Tusshar Kapoor to strip in 'Kya Super Kool Hain Hum'

Mumbai: Not many of us can easily forget John Abraham's introductory sequence from Dostana. He emerged out of the water, wearing a pair of tiny yellow trunks, which he tugged down just a little! And guess who hopes to replicate that exact same scene. Well, Tusshar Kapoor believes he can pull off something like that in his forthcoming comedy flick, and is prepping for it too.

The scene will be shot in Goa next month and Tusshar is already working on a six-pack for bare body sequences.

It is learnt that this particular shot is part of the scene where Tusshar is trying to impress his lover Neha Sharma in the film. "It comes after the scene where Riteish Deshkmukh giving Tusshar 'macho' tips to impress the girl he likes," says a source.

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Interestingly, the actor shared the idea with John recently during the shoot of their gangster flick. Needless to say, the Dostana dude was absolutely amused.

Our source adds, "John was cool about it and understood that Tusshar was in a way paying him a tribute through the scene. In fact, he even suggested that Tusshar needn't worry and must go all out filming it."

It's good to be bad, says 'Hate Story' villain Gulshan Devaiah

Mumbai: After 'Shaitan', actor Gulshan Devaiah will once again be seen exploring his negative streak in forthcoming film 'Hate Story'. Unlike others, Gulshan doesn't fear getting typecast and says he is enjoying playing the bad guy.

"There is a possibility that I might get typecast but I don't feel threatened. I am not bothered about playing negative roles. My role in 'Shaitan' was also negative but Siddharth in 'Hate Story' takes very calculative risk," Gulshan told IANS.

"I want to explore as many grey shades as I can. It's good to be a bad guy. You can do some crazy things and get away with it," he added.

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While, many newcomers struggle to get lead roles in films, Gulshan is happy doing negative characters.

"I believe there are far better guys, who can be heroes. They are much better than me who can woo women. I am happy with whatever I am doing presently," said actor, who was made his debut with Rohan Sippy's 'Dum Maaro Dum'. He was also seen in 'That Girl In Yellow Boots'.

Being a Khan doesn't guarantee success: Irrfan

Mumbai: Actor Irrfan was Bollywood's Khan with a difference, until he dropped his surname. He is unhappy with the way his decision is being talked about in the industry, and says being a Khan does not translate into success.

"I don't understand why you want to put all the Khans in one bag and mix them up. Had I been put together with them if my name was Irrfan Ali?" the actor said to a question about the dominance of Khans in Bollywood.

"Everyone has his own place and a surname doesn't benefit you, otherwise there would have been so many Khans roaming around in the industry," added the 49-year-old.

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Irrfan has been highly praised for his last movie 'Paan Singh Tomar', before which he dropped his surname.

But name and success have nothing to do with each other, he said, adding: "Khan is just a surname and it is up to you how much importance you give to it."

"Everyone is standing on his strength. If Aamir Khan's name had been something else, even then he would have been what he is today because your work counts more than the name."

Irrfan says 'Paan Singh Tomar' owes its success to the way public promoted it on social networking sites.

"The way people supported this film, and of course the media, as it received critical acclaim, mattered. But the manner in which people promoted it, especially on social networking sites, that benefited this film immensely," said Irrfan.

The actor has finished shooting for a European film 'Qissa' and also 'The Amazing Spider Man.' He will soon start shooting for Tigmanshu Dhulia's 'Sahib, Biwi aur Gangster Returns.'

Biggest burden on a film is its artists: Akshay Kumar

New Delhi: Bollywood star Akshay Kumar may be seen just as an entertainer, but he has got his finger on the pulse of movie business. He says the sure-shot success mantra is to either make your own film or go for profit sharing.

"I have a very simple solution - make your films, because when you make your film you will not include your remuneration and it takes off the burden from a film," Akshay told IANS in an interview.

"So, when you make a film for Rs 20 crore and release it, the profits - be it Rs 5 crore or Rs 10 crore or Rs 40 crore - is yours. It's all your luck. Also, your film won't flop because your remuneration is zero," added the actor, who makes film under his two banners, Hari Om Productions and Grazing Goat.

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For writers who rue that they do not get their dues, he suggested: "I am making three-four films and I pay my writers well. Again they can also go for profit sharing. If the film works well, they can ask for their cut in the profit."

According to a recent report, the remuneration of Bollywood's A-listers starts from Rs 10 crore and goes up to Rs 40 crore.

Internal security still a challenge: Prime Minister at CMs' meet

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New Delhi: Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Monday said that the issue of internal security remains a big challenge in which the states and the Centre must work together and in harmony. On the controversial issue of National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), the Prime Minister said that the issue will be discussed on May 5 separately as requested by some Chief Ministers.

"Internal security situation by and large satisfactory since February 2011. Threat from terror, left-wing extremism remains and needs constant vigil. We have to deal with them firmly. In Jammu and Kashmir, there has been perceptible improvement in security environment. Situation in north east remains complex," he said.

"Like other internal security matters, we need joint and coordinated efforts to deal with the challenge of terrorism," he added. He also said the number of districts under the integrated action plan to push development has been increased from 60 to 78 across seven states affected by Maoist violence.

The Prime Minister said that the state governments are the primary responders in most internal security situations. "The Centre will continue its support to capacity building and police modernisation efforts by the States," he said.

2014 World T20 to have 16 teams: ICC

Dubai: The International Cricket Council's Executive Board on Monday decided to increase the number of teams in the biennial ICC World Twenty20 from 12 to 16 for the editions commencing 2014.

During a weekend meeting here, the ICC Board received a report of the strategic discussions held at the Chief Executive Committee’s (CEC) meeting in March and confirmed the "increase, from 2014 onwards, of the number of teams participating in the ICC World T20 from 12 to 16 men's teams. The event should remain a joint men's and women's event," the ICC said in a statement.