Raavan was not expected to do big business overseas but North America was expected to put up good numbers but the film disappointed in all markets. The film grossed around $1.45 million (INR 6.75 crore) overseas over its first weekend. The figures from major markets is as follows.
UK - £125,130
North America - $480,703
UAE - $391,908 (4 Days)
Australia - Aus $143,222 (4 Days)
Thursday, June 24, 2010
"rajneeti" vs "raavan"
Raavan opened to a poor response at most centres. The film did show slight improvement in the evening at centres where it was dull in the morning. But not enough to change the box office scenario of the film. The all India average on day one is around 45-50%. Raavan is better in the Southern circuits but Mumbai, Delhi/UP and East Punjab are below the mark and places like Bihar, CP Berar, CI and Rajasthan even worse. Single screens have performed very badly. The film will struggle to make an impact at the box office drop due to negative reports.
Raajneeti continued to be excellent in week two with near 24 nett collections. The two week collections is nearly 78 crore nett and its likely the film will end up with 90-100 crore nett lifetime business. BLOCKBUSTER
Raajneeti continued to be excellent in week two with near 24 nett collections. The two week collections is nearly 78 crore nett and its likely the film will end up with 90-100 crore nett lifetime business. BLOCKBUSTER
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
multiple climaxes
Mani Ratnam’s Ravan has been in news for various reasons since the day of launch. The latest buzz doing rounds regarding Ravan is that Mani Rathnam had shot four climaxes for Raavan and hold your imaginations, It seems that in one of the climaxes Raavan wins the heart of Seetha. Seetha overcomes Raavan’s tantrums and reaches Rama in another; whereas other two climaxes show Rama dying in one and Ravana dying in another.
The director had kept everyone guessing as even unit members are not aware of what’s running in his mind. Already there have been enough controversies around movies showing epics and religious practices in different light. Hope Ravan doesn’t run into controversies.
Raavan, said to be the modern adaptation of the epic Ramayana, revolves around Raavana, the ruler of Lanka, who kidnapped Sita. The story culminates with Sita supporting Raavana instead of Rama, who suspects her chastity after having spent so much time in Raavana’s custody. Vikram plays the villain. Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai are the lead pair in Hindi, while Vikram will play the lead opposite Aishwarya in Tamil.
The director had kept everyone guessing as even unit members are not aware of what’s running in his mind. Already there have been enough controversies around movies showing epics and religious practices in different light. Hope Ravan doesn’t run into controversies.
Raavan, said to be the modern adaptation of the epic Ramayana, revolves around Raavana, the ruler of Lanka, who kidnapped Sita. The story culminates with Sita supporting Raavana instead of Rama, who suspects her chastity after having spent so much time in Raavana’s custody. Vikram plays the villain. Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai are the lead pair in Hindi, while Vikram will play the lead opposite Aishwarya in Tamil.
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Volkswagen Polo: Drive Home a Compact Luxury Car
The ultimate driving machine is here, and now its your turn to take a quick spin in the brand newVolkswagen Polo. This latest horse on the block is perhaps the most awaited car of the year. The European automobile giant, Volkswagen, launched its latest model in the small car segment in India. However it remains to be seen the popularity of this vehicle as compared to Volkswagen Passet and Jetta.
Volkswagen Polo is available in both petrol and diesel variants. This small car is perfect for the Indian terrain and the Volkswagen Polo Petrol Highline 1.6l model is apt for city roads in metropolitan cities and towns in India. The petrol variants of Volkswagen Polo are powered by the 1.2L, 1198cc, 3 cylinder, petrol engine with five speed manual transmission gearbox. This engine can produce 75PS of maximum power at 5400rpm with 110Nm of maximum torque at 3750rpm. It delivers excellent engine power and performance so that the car can touch the 100kmph mark in just 14.2 seconds and doesn't vibrate even over a 100kmph speed. While the diesel variants of Volkswagen Polo are loaded 1.2L, 1199cc, 3-Cylinder diesel engine that produces 75PS of maximum power at 4200rpm with 180Nm of maximum torque at 2000rpm. The acceleration of these diesel variants are bit lower but its mileage is better than the petrol variants.
Apart from these mid-segment petrol and diesel variants, the company has also introduced the sports model of the Volkswagen Polo which is powered by the high capacity 1.6L, 1598cc, 4-cylinder petrol engine with five speed manual transmission gearbox. This engine can produce maximum power of 105PS at 5250rpm with 153Nm of maximum torque at 3750rpm and delivers excellent engine performance. This high capacity engine offers good acceleration so that the Volkswagen Polo can cross the 100kmph mark in just 11.1 seconds and can touch the top speed mark of 182kmph.
This stylish hatch back car has sleek features, the body colour bumper, door handles, and front grill. The interior of the Volkswagen Polo reflects class and top-quality engineering with dashing fabric and leather upholstery, dual tone dash board and ample leg-room. Volkswagen Polo is loaded with advanced active safety features like Dual Front Airbags (for driver and Front Passenger), ABS (Antilock Braking System) with EBD (Electronic Brake-Force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stabilization Program) with Hill Hold Control to enhance stability and offer more comfortable driving.
This sensational car is set to compete with other car giants in the hatchback category like Hyundai i10, Maruti Suzuki Ritz, Maruti Swift, Fiat Punto and Skoda Fabia. Volkswagen Polo is in the price range of 4 to 7 lakhs depending on the car variant. However Volkswagen Polo Petrol Highline 1.6 l will be available for a price tag of 7 lakhs.
Volkswagen Polo is available in both petrol and diesel variants. This small car is perfect for the Indian terrain and the Volkswagen Polo Petrol Highline 1.6l model is apt for city roads in metropolitan cities and towns in India. The petrol variants of Volkswagen Polo are powered by the 1.2L, 1198cc, 3 cylinder, petrol engine with five speed manual transmission gearbox. This engine can produce 75PS of maximum power at 5400rpm with 110Nm of maximum torque at 3750rpm. It delivers excellent engine power and performance so that the car can touch the 100kmph mark in just 14.2 seconds and doesn't vibrate even over a 100kmph speed. While the diesel variants of Volkswagen Polo are loaded 1.2L, 1199cc, 3-Cylinder diesel engine that produces 75PS of maximum power at 4200rpm with 180Nm of maximum torque at 2000rpm. The acceleration of these diesel variants are bit lower but its mileage is better than the petrol variants.
Apart from these mid-segment petrol and diesel variants, the company has also introduced the sports model of the Volkswagen Polo which is powered by the high capacity 1.6L, 1598cc, 4-cylinder petrol engine with five speed manual transmission gearbox. This engine can produce maximum power of 105PS at 5250rpm with 153Nm of maximum torque at 3750rpm and delivers excellent engine performance. This high capacity engine offers good acceleration so that the Volkswagen Polo can cross the 100kmph mark in just 11.1 seconds and can touch the top speed mark of 182kmph.
This stylish hatch back car has sleek features, the body colour bumper, door handles, and front grill. The interior of the Volkswagen Polo reflects class and top-quality engineering with dashing fabric and leather upholstery, dual tone dash board and ample leg-room. Volkswagen Polo is loaded with advanced active safety features like Dual Front Airbags (for driver and Front Passenger), ABS (Antilock Braking System) with EBD (Electronic Brake-Force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stabilization Program) with Hill Hold Control to enhance stability and offer more comfortable driving.
This sensational car is set to compete with other car giants in the hatchback category like Hyundai i10, Maruti Suzuki Ritz, Maruti Swift, Fiat Punto and Skoda Fabia. Volkswagen Polo is in the price range of 4 to 7 lakhs depending on the car variant. However Volkswagen Polo Petrol Highline 1.6 l will be available for a price tag of 7 lakhs.
fifa 2010 schedule
| 06/11/10 | South Africa vs Mexico | Johannesburg – JSC | 7.30 pm |
| 06/11/10 | Uruguay vs France | Cape Town | 12 am |
| 06/12/10 | Argentina vs Nigeria | Johannesburg - JEP | 7.30 pm |
| 06/12/10 | Korea Republic vs Greece | Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth | 5.00 pm |
| 06/12/10 | England vs USA | Rustenburg | 12 am |
| 06/13/10 | Algeria vs Slovenia | Polokwane | 5.00 pm |
| 06/13/10 | Germany vs Australia | Durban | 12 am |
| 06/13/10 | Serbia vs Ghana | Tshwane/Pretoria | 7.30 pm |
| 06/14/10 | Netherlands vs Denmark | Johannesburg - JSC | 5.00 pm |
| 06/14/10 | Japan vs Cameroon | Mangaung / Bloemfontein | 7.30 pm |
| 06/14/10 | Italy vs Praguay | Cape Town | 12 am |
| 06/15/10 | New Zealand vs Slovakia | Rustenburg | 5.00 pm |
| 06/15/10 | Côte d'Ivoire vs Portugal | Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth | 7.30 pm |
| 06/15/10 | Brazil vs Korea DPR | Johannesburg - JEP | 12 am |
| 06/16/10 | Honduras vs Chile | Nelspruit | 5.00 pm |
| 06/16/10 | Spain vs Switzerland | Durban | 7.30 pm |
| 06/16/10 | South Africa vs Uraguay | Tshwane/Pretoria | 12 am |
| 06/17/10 | France vs Mexico | Polokwane | 12 am |
| 06/17/10 | Greece vs Nigeria | Mangaung / Bloemfontein | 7.30 pm |
| 06/17/10 | Argentina vs Korea Republic | Johannesburg - JSC | 5.00 pm |
| 06/18/10 | Germany vs Serbia | Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth | 5.00 pm |
| 06/18/10 | Slovenia vs USA | Johannesburg - JSC | 7.30 pm |
| 06/18/10 | England vs Algeria | Cape Town | 12 am |
| 06/19/10 | Ghana vs Australia | Rustenburg | 7.30 pm |
| 06/19/10 | Netherlands vs Japan | Durban | 5.00 pm |
| 06/19/10 | Cameroon vs Denmark | Tshwane/Pretoria | 12 am |
| 06/20/10 | Slovakia vs Paraguay | Mangaung / Bloemfontein | 5.00 pm |
| 06/20/10 | Italy vs New Zealand | Nelspruit | 7.30 pm |
| 06/20/10 | Brazil vs Côte d'Ivoire | Johannesburg - JSC | 12 am |
| 06/21/10 | Portugal vs Korea DPR | Cape Town | 5.00 pm |
| 06/21/10 | Chile vs Switzerland | Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth | 7.30 pm |
| 06/21/10 | Spain vs Honduras | Johannesburg - JEP | 12 am |
| 06/22/10 | Mexico vs Uraguay | Rustenburg | 7.30 pm |
| 06/22/10 | France vs South Africa | Mangaung / Bloemfontein | 7.30 pm |
| 06/22/10 | Nigeria vs Korea Republic | Durban | 12 am |
| 06/22/10 | Greece vs Argentina | Polokwane | 12 am |
| 06/23/10 | Slovenia vs England | Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth | 7.30 pm |
| 06/23/10 | USA vs Algeria | Tshwane/Pretoria | 7.30 pm |
| 06/23/10 | Ghana vs Germany | Johannesburg - JSC | 12 am |
| 06/23/10 | Australia vs Serbia | Nelspruit | 12 am |
| 06/24/10 | Slovakia vs Italy | Johannesburg - JEP | 7.30 pm |
| 06/24/10 | Paraguay vs New Zealand | Polokwane | 7.30 pm |
| 06/24/10 | Denmark vs Japan | Rustenburg | 12 am |
| 06/24/10 | Cameroon vs Netherlands | Cape Town | 12 am |
| 06/25/10 | Portugal vs Brazil | Durban | 7.30 pm |
| 06/25/10 | Korea DPR vs Côte d'Ivoire | Nelspruit | 7.30 pm |
| 06/25/10 | Chile vs Spain | Tshwane/Pretoria | 12 am |
| 06/25/10 | Switzerland vs Honduras | Mangaung / Bloemfontein | 12 am |
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