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Served ?afresh?at prime timeNow that would be perfect, if only, some of our soapmakers got innovative and follow out-of-box ideas to change the storyline. TOI suggests ideas that can ?refresh? the scripts. Read on...
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 01-Dec-2008 01:21
Ultimate Reality TV
Once upon a time, war was read about, not seen or heard. Today, TV viewers can watch the Mumbai terror attack unfold, bullet by bullet. TOI explores how this reality is literally live on television. And we can?t stop watching.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 30-Nov-2008 01:22
The long and winding road
Reality shows spell instant recognition, but is it really the best bet? TOI finds out.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 30-Nov-2008 01:07
?I wish I was Anandi?s father?
Chetanya Adib?s got a new name these days - Anandi ke 'bapu' (the character he plays in 'Balika Vadhu').
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 30-Nov-2008 00:52
Rahul rigged the final: Zulfi
Having partied with Rahul Mahajan and other inmates of Bigg Boss on the first night of Mumbai?s terror attack, actor Zulfi Syed tells CT about the threat to his Muslim identity in times of crisis and the common ground between inmates and hostages.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 29-Nov-2008 01:24
Birthday bumps
Rakhi Sawant and Sambhavana Seth had a showdown at the former?s birthday bash.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 29-Nov-2008 01:09
'I know Mumbai is burning'
Zulfi Sayed and Rahul Mahajan, who shared the 'Bigg Boss' house recently, were partying together in a hotel in Mumbai, when the blast in a taxi outside their hotel took place. They recount the incident, and tell us what they saw...
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 28-Nov-2008 01:24
You?ve got mail from Ekta
The way Ekta discovered Karan Kundra, the new face, who plays the lead in her new show is an interesting story.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 28-Nov-2008 01:09
Gurdip back in action!
Gurdip Punjj on reality shows, family dramas and why she?s talking in Mandarin these days!
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 28-Nov-2008 00:54
Payal speaks out!
Payal Rohatgi is looking forward to her film Dil Kabaddi and can?t be bothered with criticism.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 28-Nov-2008 00:39
Bigg split
'Bigg Boss' winner Ashutosh Kaushik?s girlfriend, 'MTV Roadies 5.0' contestant, Sonel Singh, has been avoiding him like plague, ever since he?s been out of the house.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 27-Nov-2008 01:11
Monica?s second innings
Monica Bedi is out to put her past behind and join the mainstream. We trace her journey post her release from the prison.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 27-Nov-2008 00:56
Curtains down on telly shows
Recession, poor TRPs mean bad news for mediocre shows and certain TV channels.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 27-Nov-2008 00:41
Films are definitely on my mind: Karishma
...but actress Karishma doesn't want to talk about it right now.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 27-Nov-2008 00:26
Ladies, first
Bollywood has been abuzz recently with rumours of a TV show that features B-town?s ?first wives?. Sources claim, the show is called 'The First Ladies' and will be hosted by Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 27-Nov-2008 00:11
'Diana is a good friend, but I like Sonel'
Ashutosh Kaushik seems to be India?s first reality television star. It?s not every day that a common man wins not one, but two much talked about reality shows in a year.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 26-Nov-2008 19:09
?Diana is a good friend, but I like Sonel?
Reality television star Ashutosh Kaushik tells TOI all about his rags-to-riches journey and the loves of his life.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 26-Nov-2008 01:12
Remote control junkies, rejoice!
The three-week old television strike called by the Federation of Western India Cine Employees, is over. Channels and production houses are pulling out all stops to deliver fresh episodes, for your eyes only.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 26-Nov-2008 00:57
Farhan?s into telly now
Looks like acting, directing and producing films are not enough for Farhan Akhtar. He?s now all geared up to host a talk show, and bring himself right into your drawing rooms.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 26-Nov-2008 00:42
Reruns? Strike ?em off
With the TV strike having ended, finally, the shooting of your fave TV soaps has resumed, and new episodes will be on air soon... hopefully.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 26-Nov-2008 00:27
?No more sleeping on the footpath!?
Ashutosh Kaushik, winner of the reality show 'Bigg Boss 2', tells TOI what the prize money of Rs 1 crore means to him.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 26-Nov-2008 00:12
?I?ve learnt to control my anger?
... 'Bigg Boss' winner, Ashutosh Kaushik, says staying inside the house locked up with others has helped him raise his patience levels.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 25-Nov-2008 01:26
Win swept!
Ashutosh Kaushik wins Bigg Boss, even as locals go on the rampage.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 24-Nov-2008 01:15
?I am a very unromantic guy?
Mohit Malik is trying his best to change his ways for girlfriend Addite Shirwaikar.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 23-Nov-2008 01:14
No gossip please!
Karishma Tanna talks about how she hates being the centre of attraction for the wrong reasons most of the time.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 23-Nov-2008 00:59
TV?s new glamour divas
A large list of heroines are judging TV shows, JT finds out if this is one way for the actresses to re-enter Bollywood.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 23-Nov-2008 00:44
Neena Gupta opens up...
?When you get older, even men aren?t interested in you,? Neena Gupta candidly admits that at end of the day, it?s important to have a companion.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 22-Nov-2008 01:11
Second innings, via small screen
With Mahima Chaudhary being the latest in the list of heroines to judge a TV show, we find out if this is one way for the actresses to re-enter Bollywood.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 22-Nov-2008 00:56
?I?ve a soft corner for Monica?
After walking out voluntarily from Bigg Boss?s house, Rahul Mahajan speaks to PT about Monica Bedi, marriage and money.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 21-Nov-2008 01:16
?I?ll have to get pregnant?
... to compose an album, says singer-actress Rajeshwari Sachdev.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 21-Nov-2008 01:01
Payal awaits her next
With Bigg Boss 2 helping her seal deals at a faster pace, Payal Rohatgi?s dil is surely playing kabaddi.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 21-Nov-2008 00:46
Rakhi bares all!
The inimitable item number girl gives Chennai Times her take on relationships, the recent break-up with Abhishek Awasthi and her Kollywood plans.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 21-Nov-2008 00:31
Main bilkul toot gayi hoon
Rakhi Sawant has stopped smiling. She is a devastated woman, who has loved and lost, she says. In between sobs, controversy queen Rakhi narrates her tale...
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 20-Nov-2008 01:12
A prank that turned real!
What happens when a joke turns into reality? Lots of cheer!
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 20-Nov-2008 00:57
Tellytown?s young & restless
What lures youngsters to television at a tender age? AT probes
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 19-Nov-2008 01:25
Sandhya?s taking a chill pill
Sandhya Mridul seems to be having an extended Diwali holiday.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 19-Nov-2008 01:10
'I made a mistake marrying early'
Shweta Tiwari opens up to TOI.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 19-Nov-2008 00:55
Is Rahul Mahajan out of 'Bigg Boss' house?
Rumours are rife that Rahul Mahajan, one of the strongest contenders on reality show "Bigg Boss", has been asked to leave.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 18-Nov-2008 13:23
Mandira is girl next-door
Mandira is shedding her glamorous look for a non-glam look and is playing a girl next-door.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 18-Nov-2008 01:16
Rahul's mad, but not bad: Monica Bedi
After her final eviction from 'Bigg Boss', Monica Bedi shares some 'dil ki batein' with TOI.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 17-Nov-2008 13:06
"Rahul Marriage"
After her final eviction from Bigg Boss, Monica Bedi shares some dil ki batein with TOI.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 17-Nov-2008 01:08
Rakhi is traumatised
A shattered Rakhi Sawant tells TOI that she has lost the will to live after her break-up with Abhishek Awasthi.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 15-Nov-2008 01:03
Rupa is heart broken!
It?s not a love story here! Rupa Dutta talks of how promises are never fulfiled and nothing should be taken on face value.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 15-Nov-2008 00:48
Acting classes on the sets
The veterans are out to teach the younger lot a thing or two about acting!
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 15-Nov-2008 00:33
?I really envy Aishwarya?
After dumping live-in boyfriend Abhishek Awasthi, Rakhi Sawant says it?s time to look for Mr Right and move on. TOI gets her point of view...
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 14-Nov-2008 13:04
Panic in TV industry
There?s panic among television channels and actors as the shooting of most programmes has come to a grinding halt due to the strike by cine workers.
Source : timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 14-Nov-2008 12:49