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Pooja unfazed by Huchchi failure

Pooja Gandhi said she is looking forward to the release of Kadhiruve Ninagagi on Friday. Coming in the wake of Huchchi's failure, the movie is truly important for her. She has dubbed in her own voice for the first time.

The release of Kadhiruve Ninagagi, produced and directed by famous stunt director Jolly Bastin, has been delayed due to financial constraints. It is love story with a message for teenage audiences, said Bastin, who has also handled the story and screenplay.

Vishal plays the male lead; music is by Robin Gurang. The other prominent names are: P. Rajan (cinematographer), Hosamane Murthy (art direction) and Madan Harini

source: kannada.galatta.com

Balaji-Pooja's Iniya set to release soon

The first copy of Balaji-Pooja Gandhi starrer movie Iniya is now ready. The movie is produced by Shailendra Babu under the banner Shailendra Productions. Iniya has been shot in beautiful locations and has completed all post-production works at a popular studios in Bangalore.

According to producer Shailendra Babu, the movie Iniya will be soon screened before Censor Board to get the permission. After the Censor formalities it will be released statewide. Mussanje Maatu fame director Mahesh has helmed the movie. He says that like his previous movie, Iniya will also be a successful movie at the Box Office.

source: One India

Pooja Gandhi in Bollywood film

Kannada actress Pooja Gandhi has bagged a role in a Hindi short film by Onir, of 'My Brother Nikhil' fame. The film, which has child abuse as its theme, is titled 'Abhimanyu'.

"Though I play a short role, its sure is a significant role in the film. The film is being made in Bangalore and the makers wanted me to play the role. More than the chance to work in Bollywood, it has been the content that makes me happy. That's the only reason why I chose to act in the film," says Pooja.

This is the first of the five short films on child abuse to be directed by Bollywood directors. The shooting for 'Abhimanyu' has already been started; Sanjay Suri, Radhika Apte, Shernaz Patel and Rahul Bose share screen space with Pooja.

Source: www.filmysouth.com

Pooja spends time with slum kids - 01 Jun 2009

BANGALORE: These days many cine artistes don’t turn up even for their own commitments, forget about social causes. But it’s not that film stars have no concern for social cause,a few of them are always ready to spare a few hours for the underprivileged. Pooja Gandhi, the heartthrob of Kannada cine buffs is one among them.

More than 600 children from the nearby slums at Cox Town had the privilege to get autographs, handshakes and notebooks from Pooja. She was the chief guest along with the national award winner Tara at this occassion, which was organised by Bharatinagar Residents’ Forum. While Tara, along with her husband, was seen rushing from the venue to a BJP meeting, Pooja waited to spend a few more minutes with the children.

``I was impressed by the social service done by Ravi of Bharatinagar Residents’ Forum. He has been doing a good job. I had attended a similar programme last year too. It is nice to spend a few hours with innocent children,’’ says Pooja with a smile, when asked about what made Pooja to come all the way to Cox Town from Padmanabha Nagar.

What is her advice to children:``I want them to focus on education because education plays a key role in their future.

They should realise the hardship of their parents who toil day and night to provide education to them. They should work hard to score good marks in exams,’’ says Pooja.

Speaking on the occasion, NS Ravi, president of Bharathinagar Residents’ Forum has said that it was the 10th year that the association was organising free notebook distribution. ``We have been distributing the note books for the children of economically poor families. We will continue to do it because we know the value of education. Distributing notebooks will be a small contribution from our association,’’ says Ravi.

source: Express Buzz

Pooja Gandhi's wedding blues - 2009-05-21

Bangalore: The Mungaaru Male actress, who recently launched her web site, reveals she's been flooded with proposals from fans

Pooja Gandhi's web site is getting her a lot of attention of the wrong kind. The petite actress says she is inundated with shaadi offers from her fans. "I enjoy reading their (fans') offers and I reply to them, saying marriage doesn't figure anywhere on my list of priorities right now," she grins.

- Why did you decide to launch your web site?
I wanted to get feedback for my films from fans, so I thought a web site would be a good idea. When Globo Sport approached me with the offer, I took it up. They handle the technical details of the web site.

- Has the web site helped you find a boyfriend?
(Laughs) No! I am fed up of, 'Pooja, will you marry me?' kind of offers, but there are many fans, who have said nice things about my film roles.

- Would you describe yourself as a tech-savvy person?
I am not on Face Book or Orkut, though I enjoy surfing the web. I have been spending 3-4 hours every day on my laptop ever since my web site was launched. My laptop, my digital camera and my cell phone are my constant companions. I also carry my DVD player with me when I am on outdoor shoots.

- You've finally dubbed for yourself in Huchchi and Ninagagi Kadiruve. How did it feel?
I like Kannada and when I finally got a chance to dub for myself in Huchhi, I was thrilled. I wrapped up the dubbing in for four days, and for Ninagagi Kadiruve, I took 12 days. It took a lot of effort to get the pronunciation right because I am a Punjabi. But we've been in Bangalore for two and half years now.

- You've signed up for a comedy. Are you tired of heavy-duty romances?
I am looking for challenging roles. The comedy seemed like a good idea. I am also doing B Ramamurthy's Rani Maharani, where I play a double role like Malashri in the original.

- Aren't you afraid of comparisons with the original Rani Maharani?
It's an honour to be offered this role, and the script is new, so I'm sure it will be a great experience.

souce: Mid Day