Kareena Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor- This was one pairing which has just started showing signs of being an established ‘jodi’ on the big screen. Their ‘Jab We Met’ had become a good hit but much more than just box office outcome, what was loved most was the endearing presence of a couple that seemed to have got the nuances right for a romcom, a term which pretty much got coined in the context of Bollywood cinema post Imtiaz Ali packaged the whole love story genre in an entirely different manner. The same ‘jodi’ which was lynched for being supremely uneven in ‘Fida’ was now the darling of the masses, classes as well as the media. The forgettable past of ‘Chup Chup Ke’ was best left buried and it was time to herald a new pairing which could well have picked up from where Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol (in their younger days) had left.
Alas, that was never meant to be the case as the world is aware about the incidents that led to Shahid and Kareena ‘jodi’ going kaput once the release of ‘Jab We Met’ was round the corner. The film worked, even the ‘jodi’ did but the hopes of all those dozen odd film makers who were hoping to cash in on this new found success of the two Kapoors were in for a disappointment.
Amidst all these unfortunate turn of events, there was one film maker who was in the middle of all the action. He was Boney Kapoor, the man who could actually get into the Hall of Fame if he could ever finish and release his film inside a year. Call it sheer mishap but just like so many of his films in the past, he too had his ‘Milenge Milenge’ beginning much before ‘Jab We Met’ and is now seeing signs of revival two years later. The situation has pretty much changed for the film during half a decade that has gone in the making of the film.
Alas, in the absence of concrete announcement around the release of the film, there have been speculations galore around Shahid and Kareena giving their nod to the promotion of the film. Today, even for an average budget film with lesser stars, a round of radio stations, TV studios, print media, and website stations and even straight on to the roads is the bare minimum for any film to be noticed. It’s a 24X7 job, literally. In such a scenario, getting the two superstars on a platform even alone, let aside together, was imagined to be a humungous task for the makers.
One may well have chosen to believe all these rumors to be true considering the fact that no love seemed to have most between the ‘once in love jodi’. However, all speculations could well come to an end now since Kareena is well declaring that there was never any war per se to begin with.
"Really, I can’t help if media chooses to report things based on their whims and fancies. When did I ever say that I won’t be working with Shahid? In fact I loved Shahid in ‘Kaminey’. He was superb there. Our personal equation can’t define our professional relationship. Whatever has happened in the past and could take place in future, I will always be Shahid’s well wisher", Kareena sets the record straight as she makes her stance clear about the boundaries around her personal and professional life.
Now this was the easy part, since one does expect a superstar of her stature to respect her professional commitments. However, things may well be a little different when it comes to the matters of heart. While she may well be game for talking about ‘Milenge Milenge’, would she be equally enthusiastic doing so on the same platform with Shahid Kapoor? Quite a tricky situation since the film is a love story and it may be counter productive for the movie if they are not seen together and talking in unison.
"These are things that are just written and talked about for effect. I have absolutely no problems sharing stage with Shahid for the film’s promotion. When I am willing to do films with him, why would I hesitate from the promotional perspective? I also heard recently that I had said ‘no’ to shooting for a music video with him to promote ‘Milenge Milenge’. Now someone has to tell me where did that come from? Was any quote of mine seen anywhere? Puhleeze, I am there for the makers whenever they call me", Kareena quashes another rumor.
The two have moved on in life and doing extremely good for themselves personally as well as professionally. They won’t end up saying ‘Milenge Milenge’ for sure but it would be worth a treat, if they end up doing that at least in front of the camera for many more years to come. Amen!
-Sampurn Media
Related News
'Dil Bole Hadippa' is not woman-centric: Shahid KapoorSeptember 15th, 2009 MUMBAI - The promos of "Dil Bole Hadippa" are centred on Rani Mukerji, giving an impression that the film mainly tells her story, but Shahid Kapoor maintains that it's not a woman-centric film. "Honestly, I don't think 'Dil Bole Hadippa' is a woman-oriented subject.
Shahid becomes pricey September 5th, 2009 Shahid Kapoor is riding high on the success of Kaminey and two Yash Raj banner films under his belt. With his Dil Bole Hadippa on the verge of release and yet another film with Anushka Sharma directed by Parmeet Sethi, Shahid it seems has arrived in the major league.
Shahids Kaminey dreams about Madhuri Dixit!September 5th, 2009 Shahid Kapoor is still dazzled by Madhuri Dixit. The Kaminey actor, who was on Farah Khan’s show, Tere Mere Beach Mein recently, was asked which actress he would like to pick for his dream project and the reply was instant– Madhuri.
Shahid Kapoor breaks into Top 5!September 2nd, 2009 The newly tagged superstar of Bollywood, Shahid Kapoor has arrived with the resounding success of Kaminey. But the cherry on the cake is that this is his 4 consecutive hit in the last 2 years, making him one of the most bankable stars in the current times.
Rush for KamineyAugust 17th, 2009 While swine flu in Mumbai barred people from watching Vishal Bhardwaj’s Kaminey, Mumbaiites didn’t stop at that. They headed out of the city to catch the film.
Shahid does not fear Swine FluAugust 13th, 2009 Besides pandemic effect of Swine Flu, film industry will now suffer add on brunt of the deadly flu. As a precautionary measure government has decided to shut down multiplexes for three days.
Shahid looks up to debutant ChandanAugust 8th, 2009 Shahid Kapoor is a total method actor; keeping up with the theme of his film, he has even become a pucca kamina! Well if you don’t believe us then keep reading- the darling heartthrob did not leave any stones unturned to make fun of the debutants on the sets of Kaminey. Confirms with us the newcomer Chandan Roy Sanyal who plays a character-oriented role named Mikhail in Kaminey.
Shahid Priyanka-the confused duoAugust 7th, 2009 On Monday night, Shahid Kapoor and Priyanka were seen watching Love Aaj Kal together. The duo were spotted for the night show at a suburban multiplex and seemed like they were having a great time together.
Shahid Kapoor talks about his forthcoming film 'Kaminey'August 6th, 2009 MUMBAI - Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor on Thursday said that it was a challenge to achieve a completely different look for his upcoming film 'Kaminey'. "Challenge was to achieve a completely different look and surprise the audience and it took a lot of work.
Why 'Kaminey' got an 'A' certificate and not 'Ghajini'?August 4th, 2009 By Joginder Tuteja
'Kaminey' has been offered 'A' certificate by the Censor Board and Vishal Bhardwaj is understandably unhappy. Though the film is less than a fortnight away, Censors have advised Vishal that if he wants a U/A certificate of the film, he would have to cut a few scenes and make certain changes.
Malishka gets Bajaaoed!! - Wah F(S)hahidJuly 2nd, 2009 Wednesday 1st July: Guess who Bajaaoed Malishka? None other than Shahid Kapoor. Shahid Kapoor made his first appearance at Red FM studios on the morning show today and accompanying him was filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj promoting their upcoming movie Kaminey.
Shahid Kapoor voted sexiest vegetarianJune 12th, 2009 NEW DELHI - After Kareena Kapoor, actor Shahid Kapoor has been voted the sexiest vegetarian in Asia by a new poll conducted by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). The star says that his selection has broken the myth that "fitness cannot be achieved by eating vegetarian food".
Shahid Kapoor unable to perform at IIFA due to shoot commitmentJune 8th, 2009 Shahid Kapoor has had to change his plans of attending IIFA and performing there for his upcoming film Kaminey. Though the actor was looking forward to his performance, the dates could not be adjusted as 3 of his films (Kaminey, Pathshala and Yashraj Films untitled) are ready for release and there is patchwork shoot remaining for Ken Ghosh’s untitled film.
Shahid Kapoor to perform at IIFA for KamineyJune 5th, 2009 Shahid Kapoor will be performing at the 2009 IIFA awards presentation in the special showcasing of the film Kaminey. The performance will be a solo act, and not with Priyanka Chopra, the lead heroine of the film, as has been reported earlier by some agencies.
Priyanka defends Shahid and hits back at Kareena KapoorMay 12th, 2009 Priyanka Chopra on Tuesday May 12th evening launched the website of her Yash Raj Productions film Pyaar Impossible. The film is directed by actor turned filmmaker Jugal Hansraj and co-stars her with Uday Chopra.
Loading ...