Munnabhai 3 does not have a script yet

Despite all reports that the third in the series of Munnabhai films is on the way, a source from the production house reveals that the film doesn't have a script yet.



Even though Vidhu Vinod Chopra gets questioned every where he goes about the release date of the film, the truth is that Raju Hirani is busy with another film and has nothing to do with the Munnabhai series for the moment.



A source reveals, "They are amazed that every few months there is so much speculation and then on casting. But nothing will move unless there's a proper script in place."

Aamir not the new Munna Bhai

The grapevine in B-town is that the Munna Bhai jodi - Sanjay Dutt and Arshad Warsi - has been replaced by Aamir Khan and Sharman Joshi in the next edition of the "Munna Bhai" franchise.

When we quizzed Vidhu Vinod Chopra's official representative, he rubbished the rumours saying, "We are not even ready with the script of the next "Munna Bhai" flick and this is a baseless humour.

Vidhu Vinod Chopra doesn't begin the casting for his films until he completes his script. Besides, Aamir Khan is not free for another two years." Quiz him about the promos of the third edition (which have Sanjay and Arshad) that are on air, he clarified, "The promo with them was shot two years ago."

Is Aamir Khan the new Munna Bhai??

Bole toh, we just don’t know if it’s good news or bad news; but, the buzz is that Aamir Khan might replace Sanjay Dutt as our very own Munna Bhai.

It is a known fact that Munnabhai Chale Amerika has been kept on hold owing to the fact that the makers are not satisfied with the script. Reports suggest that during the shooting of 3 Idiots, director Rajkumar Hirani felt that if Sanjay Dutt and Arshad Warsi could be replaced by Aamir Khan and Sharman Joshi, it would bring about a fresh change to the overall feel and script of the movie.

That’s not all! Reports even suggest that when Aamir Khan was presented with this idea, he was amused and was ready to give his nod to the project, provided the script should be interesting.

It is a notable fact that Vidhu Vinod Chopra and Rajkumar Hirani were not seen at Sanjay Dutt and Maanyata’s party held recently. Is it because Raju and Vidhu had already discussed it with Sanjay that he won’t be a part of Munna Bhai series anymore?

Anyhow, tell us what you think? Would Aamir Khan be a good replacement for Sanjay Dutt as Munna Bhai?

Bollywood finally speaks up for Shiney

Salman Khan, Arshad Warsi and Farhan Akhtar - have spoken up for Shiney Ahuja after he was sentenced to seven years in jail for rape.

"Seven years? Seven years is a lot! I have been locked up myself, so I know what happens," said shocked Salman, who himself has had brief stints in jail. The 45-year-old was embroiled in a hit-and-run case as well as in a black buck shooting case

"I hope he (Shiney) is innocent, and if anyone is trying to frame him, that person should come out in the open. Seven-year jail term is too long, especially if someone has lied about it," added Salman.

A court on Wednesday sentenced Shiney after he was found guilty of raping his maid in 2009. The actor broke down when judge P.M. Chauhan of the Sewri fast track sessions court delivered the judgement.

The verdict came despite the maid turning hostile during the trial.

Arshad Warsi feels the judiciary should not target actors "blatantly".

"Murderers, terrorist and corrupt politicians are walking free and Shiney Ahuja gets 7 years. Judiciary should stop targeting actors so blatantly," Arshad posted on his Twitter account.

"I am not saying he's right but don't forget that Kasab is still enjoying our hospitality. Do you know the no. of rapes that happen in our country on a daily basis by influential and connected people? Those cases are not even registered," he posted.

"My point is all criminals should be punished equally, it's not fair to make an example of an actor only because it makes news," he added.

Producer-director Farhan Akhtar wishes that Shiney has the strength to face the court verdict.

"He has pleaded against the decision. If he can prove it wrong, he will come out. At the end of the day, we have a legal system in the country," Farhan told reporters at a promotional event of his film 'Game' at Novotel Hotel on Thursday.

"If you do something wrong, you have to go through punishment. I wish him all the strength. Hopefully, it would be proved that he is innocent," he added.

Shiney Ahuja was arrested June 15, 2009 after medical tests on the maid confirmed sexual assault.

The 20-year-old maid had in June 2009 lodged a police complaint alleging she was raped by Shiney, 37, while she was at work at his residence, following which the actor was arrested.

In August 2009, the case was moved to a fast track court. Shiney was granted bail in October 2009 citing lack of evidence.

After more than a year, the maid in September 2010 told the court that the rape never took place. The medical examination in June 2009, however, confirmed rape.

She also stated before the judge that she made the serious charge against Shiney because of pressure from a woman who introduced her to the actor.

Shiney's lawyer Shrikant Shivade said that relying mostly on the police complaint filed against the actor; the court did not accept the maid's version that she was not raped as the judge felt that she gave false evidence.

In a 109-page chargesheet, Shiney was accused of rape, criminal intimidation and holding his maid hostage.

In his defence, Ahuja had argued that he was being framed.

Ishqiya sequel coming up..

Going by the critical acclaim their film Ishqiya got last year, Shemaroo Entertainment and Vishal Bharadwaj Pictures have announced the sequel of the film.

Said Shemaroo Entertainmenr director Hiren Gada, “ The yet untitled film, to be directed by Abhishek Chaubey, will have the same cast and crew. Right now the film is in the scripting stage and once it is locked, we will think of incorporating a few other names as the script demands. In all probability, the film will go on the floors in the middle of this year."

It is said that several production houses had approached Chaubey to direct the sequel. He too was in talks and wanted to make a sequel to the film with John Abraham. But nothing worked out.

Chaubey took a long break to decide his next film. Once he firmed up his mind, he decided to go ahead and direct the Ishqiya sequel.