Hope & A Little Sugar’ will bring an upswing in my career. – Tanuja Chandra
She receives critical acclaim for her work ( Dushman, Sangarsh, Sur) but a blockbuster hit still allures her. But that has never dampened her spirit to make cinema with purpose. Her latest offering ‘Hope & A Little Sugar’ is her first crossover film based on relationships with 9/11 as its backdrop. The film gave her first proud experience at the film festivals were it was appreciated for its global theme told in a simple sweet tone that touches the heart.

Walking in the director’s shoes: Divya Khosla Kumar
She is confident about the remake of Karz and believes that ‘The audience will see Himesh as an actor in ‘Karzzz’”.

“My motive behind making the film is not to give any teaching or speech” Ajay Devgan
He has already proved his mettle as an actor with the most expressive eyes bollywood has ever seen. His first directorial venture U Me Aur Hum is complete. Here the actor turned director shares about his motives as a filmmaker, whether the time was apt. and believes that a director has its own graph & style of story telling.

“It feels great when I look around me and see a lot of changes.”
I have kept my fingers cross; Right now I am just living in the moment”
- Maduri Dixit Nene
Says the dancing queen of Bollywood who has won millions of hearts by her trademark smile which can still halt any armies’ invasion. The entire world went dhak dhak at her feet. The two in one packet of Madhubala and Hema Malini has been an icon on her own. Underlining sensuality with grace in her dance, she has also been a performer par excellence.

I think it’s off season time for any crush. Right now there is no crush. I don’t want anyone to write a love letter to me. - Nikita Anand
This beauty with brains doesn’t want to emulate anyone, the damsel is quite serious about her acting career and desires to work in a period film and also wants to portray the characters of Paro and Lolita. After winning the Miss India Universe 2003, Nikita on the contrary did not join films without more ado. She did anchoring, Compering and later made a conscience decision to become an actor.

Kareena and I are doing a complete romantic love story…. – Shahid Kapur
He started his filmy career as a dancer in Subash Gai’s ‘Taal’, attained stardom with ‘Ishq Vishq’ and also filled up the gossip pages for his relationship with ‘Kareena’. The pair though was very much talked about off screen, failed to make the cash registers ringing in their last three appearances together in ‘ Chup Chup Ke, 36 China Town, Fida.

“Yash Raj studio is a boon to every actor” - Kunal Kapoor
Made his debut in Bollywood as an assistant director for Rakeysh Mehra's Aks. Later he entered Bollywood with a new avatar (as an actor) starring opposite Tabu in Meenaxi: A Tale of Three Cities (2004). He came into prominence with his following film Rang De Basanti (2006).

“With Pradeep Sarkar, I felt I was working with Hrishikesh Mukherjee or Gulzar” - Jaya Bachchan
The actress needs no introduction. Her performance speaks of excellence, versatility, grace, simplicity and sensitivity.  Be it the adolescent girl obsessed with a film star in ‘Guddi’, deaf &dumb in ‘Koshish’, matching the epitome of acting ‘Sanjeev Kumar in Naya Din Nai Raat’ or be a quiet, devout, compassionate woman in ‘Hazaar Chaurasi Ki Maa’.

“I do relate to the character Chutki a lot” - Konkona Sen Sharma
Made her debut as a child artist in the film Indira (1983), her adult debut was in Ek Je Aachhe Kanya (2000). She gained attention with the English film Mr. and Mrs. Iyer (2002), and received the coveted National Film Award for Best Actress for her performance in the film. Her appearance in the film Page 3 (2005) gave her a wide recognition. Since then, Konkana has defined simplicity personified in her finesse.

My entire experience with Laaga Chunari mein daag has been fantastic” - Rani Mukerjee.
At the age of 14, a teenager who just loves to dance did a cameo in her father's Bengali film Biyar Phool (1992). Four years later, she played the protagonist of Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat (1996).

“I have come to India to build relationships by my music with the Indian audience” - Ajay Shrivastav.
He has occupied the stage alongside ‘The Cool Ruler’ (Gregory Isaacs) and the ‘Hot’ Khan, worked alongside amazing bands and artists such as Jamiroquai, The Brand New Heavies and Apache Indian. He is well known for his stunning guitar work and self-penned hits like “Aaja Sajana”, “Kasam Se” and “Funki Dholi”.

“This ‘Ghost’ will become a ‘Darling’ of all, everybody will love her” – Esha Deol.
She created ‘Dhoom’ with the glam doll image in ‘Dhoom’ and became the talk of the town and press alike. Then came ‘Just Married’ and ‘Cash’ both the films have been rejected, but with T-series ‘Darling’ directed by Ram Gopal Varma, the actor has lots of hopes. And she shares this with IMP.

“I have a good rapport with Ramu,” says Fardeen Khan
The actor is biting his nails for his forthcoming fifth film with Ramu ‘Darling’ which is scheduled to hit the theatres this Friday. IMP asks the actor about working with Ramu and his latest film ‘Darling’.

“People recognize me as a filmmaker who makes different types of films” – Ram Gopal Varma.
His recent ‘AAG’ has failed to create any fire but here he talks with IMP about his next release ‘Darling’ which appears to be Ramu’s trade mark flick which deals with obsession, mystery, murder, ghost - themes which seems to be Ramu’s favorites along with gangsters.

‘Dhamaal’ will prove to be a trend-setter for other films to follow”. – Indra Kumar
Ardent believer in destiny and has recently become a big fan of Sanju Baba, here is Indra Kumar, the name associated with blockbusters like ‘Dil’ ‘Beta’ ‘Raja’ ‘Masti’ now wants to set a trend by making a comic fun filled caper with five hunks, gals sorry ! Indra Kumar’s ‘DHAMAAL’ has a no entry board for girls!.

“I am impulsive but not that much!! I am an actor and want to explore acting as much as possible”- Muzamil Ibrahim.
The words get mumbled up on the tip of the tongue with just a glimpse of him…and girls loose their heartbeat with just a slight smile of his.

“Biggest problem with Indian cinema is that it has never become a brand like ‘Chinese cinema, Iranian cinema, or lately Korean cinema”. - Buddhadeb Dasgupta.
Buddhadeb Dasgupta is a filmmaker whose trademarks are the passive humanism, visual poetry, with an economy of expression. An economics professor by training, many critics considered Buddhadeb Dasgupta as India’s foremost director today.

“Journey from ‘Tum Bin’ to ‘Cash’ has been awesome. ‘Tum Bin’ released with 115 prints worldwide and ‘Cash’ is releasing with over 150 prints in Mumbai only!!”- says Anubhav Sinha.
He showed his potential of being a maker with difference with his very first directional work in ‘Tum Bin’ (2001). Touching the style quotient with ‘Dus’ and drama in ‘Tathastu’, Anubhav Sinha continues to deliver his best and tries to ‘Cash’ on !!

Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy reveal the magic of Jhoom Barabar Jhoom!
The astounding combination of the trio Shankar, Ehsaan, Loy who have sent waves bestowing the best of music in India have yet again teamed up to entertain Bollywood audiences with the music of Jhoom Barabar Jhoom. Each member of this trio brings his own unique talents and experiences to the group, combining the Carnatic and Classical Indian vocal tradition (Shankar), Wester Rock (Ehsaan) and a deep understanding of fusion including a virtual mastery over the Electronic Synthesizer (Loy).

“I like to be the King of where I stand and like to sustain it”, says the sound and face of Punjab, Harbhajan Mann.
The singer –actor who stormed in everyone’s heart with hits like ‘Gala Goriyan De Vich Toye’ and ‘Haaye Meri Billo’ is back on scene with his latest release ‘Mauj Mastiyan’ that has been playing on records in India by music supremos T-Series. The Aan’ , ‘Baan’ and ‘Shaan’ of Punjabi Cinema is here in  Mumbai to shoot a video for his newly released Album.

Akshay Kumar, Govinda, Fardeen Khan, Viveik Oberoi, Tushar Kapoor , Shahid Kapoor. I have had a blast working with all of them!
Miss India Worldwide, Miss India- Beautiful Smile, Beautiful Eyes, Best Outfit… Does a woman need more..!! One Model turned Actress that claims it all –Aarti Chabbria.

It was indeed learning and inspiring experience to work with such an experienced and focused actor like Konkana - Gautam Kapoor
Cooling his heels after working in ‘Metro’, Supermodel turned Film Actor Gautam Kapoor, seems quite thrilled regarding his role as an RJ opposite Konkana Sen Sharma. in Anurag Basu’s ‘Metro’.

I think this is for the first time Emraan is trying his hand at comedy. He is playing a very different character, & he is not kissing in my film!.
Ashwini Chaudhary, got the National Award (GOLDEN LOTUS) for his very first film Laado, Starring Ashutosh Rana, Sanjay Singh & Arundhati. But, his compassion for realistic cinema was still waiting to be nurtured further, Then came Dhoop, Starring Ompuri, Revati, Sanjay Suri, & Gul Panag.

“Film making is an art of touching the soul” Sagar Ballary
Debutant director Sagar Ballary, whose first film ‘Bheja Fry’ has just been released is a filmmaker with a difference. Sagar completed his low budget comedy in 19 days, the movie has received rave reviews, revolves around an idiot and an arrogant music baron. In an exclusive interview with Indianmotionpictures.com, the debutant talks about ‘Bheja fry’ and his vision of cinema.

“After Lipstick, Barnali, my character in ‘Kasam Se’ is the most powerful role I am playing”
Says the actor by chance Nigaar Z. Khan. After establishing herself as a successful model, Nigaar, the Femina Elite Model finalist has never looked back. Starting with Lipstick on Zee TV, the stunning lass has went on to do a number of television shows, like Jeet, Prathim, Ek Ladki Anjaani Si, Kasamh Se, Saathiya and Ayushmaan in positive roles.

On the Run
After choreographing around 66 films including some biggies like Andaaz, Daar, Deewana, Nayak and No Entry, B H Tarunkumar now seems to be finding some sort of a comfort in calling the shot’s from behind. He had just completed his yet another comedy flick ‘RafooChakkar- Fun on the Run.’ In just 22 days & has already announced a sequel to his debut film “Nayee Padosan” tentatively titled “Nayee Padosan 2” in which Ankita Shrivastava makes her debut as an actor.

“Ayesha Takia’s role in Dor is a fantastic role. I would love to play that.”
Debutant actor Anjori Alagh (daughter of actress Maya Alagh & Business tycoon Sunil Alagh) sounds quite confident about her career and her forthcoming film “Life Mein Kabhie Khabie”. She has done her management from the Stanford University & also been a student of Kishore Namit Kapoor’s acting school.

Waiting In Recognition
Computer Engineer turned film maker Rajnesh Dompalli has proved his forte as a film maker in his debut film ‘Vanaja’. The film has sailed through various festivals across the globe winning critical acclaim and awards in its journey including ‘Best feature debut ‘ at Berlin 2007.

I DIDN'T LAUNCH KATHPUTHLI TO CAST MYSELF AS AN ACTRESS - Mink
Mink is quite happy with her transition from being an actress to a producer, with her maiden venture titled Kathputhli , which she has completed making with her brother Punnu Brar as her co-producer under the banner of their Bro & Sis Productions. Kathputhli boasts of an ensemble star cast comprising of Milind Soman, Sameer Adhikari, Yukta Mukhi , Seema Biswas, Sudhanshu Pandey , Mukul Dev, Vikaas Kalantri etc....