It is rumoured that he may be the opening act in the prestigious annual film awards show organised by India’s satellite broadcasting network Zee Network.

Salman, whose film career started in 1988, has acted in more than 60 films to date, including blockbusters Hum Apke Hain Koun…! (1994) and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998). His latest movie Salaam-e-Ishq was released recently.

Other Bollywood stars slated to perform for the night include Preity Zinta and Priyanka Chopra, and engaged couple Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai. (more…)

Sony Entertainment Television has acquired the global satellite rights for a package of films, including blockbuster hit Lage Raho Munnabhai, from leading Bollywood media and entertainment major Eros international.

The deal gives Sony retain exclusive broadcasting rights to the original version of a slate of titles for five years and includes recent films like Salaam-e-ishq as well as upcoming releases like Namastey London.

Sunil Lulla, the director and president for india at Eros international, was quoted in an official statement as saying: “We have a strong relationship with all the leading indian television networks and are delighted that Eros’ content will now be showcased on Sony Entertainment Television. (more…)