Tuesday, December 23, 2025
ADVT 
Bollywood

Blessed to be part of 'Shaukeen' remake: Lisa Haydon

Darpan News Desk IANS, 26 Aug, 2014 07:21 AM
  • Blessed to be part of 'Shaukeen' remake: Lisa Haydon
Model-turned-actress Lisa Haydon is excited to be part of the "Shaukeen" remake and says that working in the film has been a learning experience for her.
 
Seasoned actors like Anupam Kher, Annu Kapoor and Paresh Rawal along with Bollywood action star Akshay Kumar will be seen in the film, which revolves around three lecherous old men.
 
"I am extremely excited about 'Shaukeen'. Working with all the veterans like Anupam Kher, Piyushji, Annu Kapoor was super fun. It was a learning experience for me and I feel blessed to be part of 'Shaukeen' remake," Lisa told IANS.
 
"I have almost finished shooting for the film... I used to feel so fresh working for the film. It's like an absolute fun time," she added.
 
Basu Chatterjee directed the original, which came out in 1982 featuring Ashok Kumar, A.K. Hangal, Utpal Dutt, Mithun Chakraborty and Rati Agnihotri, while Abhishek Sharma helms the new version. 
 
 
Lisa, who started her acting journey with "Aisha", also featured in "Rascals", but she won appreciation for her work in "Queen", which had Kangana Ranaut in the lead role.
 
For the "Shaukeen" remake Lisa has dubbed herself and added: "I will not let anyone dub for me." 

MORE Bollywood ARTICLES

Sonam Kapoor supports underprivileged children's cause

Sonam Kapoor supports underprivileged children's cause
Actress Sonam Kapoor has lent her support to Rouble Nagi Art Foundation, which runs art camps for underprivileged kids in India.

Sonam Kapoor supports underprivileged children's cause

Deepika's retro bun - only six steps away

Deepika's retro bun - only six steps away
Actress Deepika Padukone is a sure shot winner when it comes to fashion and beauty, and most women want to ape her style. Grab a comb, clips and serum to achieve her retro bun hairdo, says an expert.

Deepika's retro bun - only six steps away

E-voting must be introduced for travellers: Rakeysh Mehra

E-voting must be introduced for travellers: Rakeysh Mehra
Reacting to the ongoing hullabaloo about the feasibility of having a Bollywood awards extravaganza during elections, acclaimed filmmaker Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra says the need of the hour is a system of e-voting.

E-voting must be introduced for travellers: Rakeysh Mehra

'Revolver Rani' to battle it out with 'Kaanchi', 'Samrat..' for top slot

'Revolver Rani' to battle it out with 'Kaanchi', 'Samrat..' for top slot
After “Queen”, Kangana Ranaut is back at the box office as “Revolver Rani” and she would battle it out with musical “Kaanchi” and thriller “Samrat & Co.” for the top honours when the threesome hit the screens Friday.

'Revolver Rani' to battle it out with 'Kaanchi', 'Samrat..' for top slot

Rani Mukherji marries YRF boss Aditya Chopra in Italy

Rani Mukherji marries YRF boss Aditya Chopra in Italy
Finally, there's clarity on the relationship status of Aditya Chopra and Rani Mukerji. The Yash Raj Films (YRF) head honcho and actress exchanged vows in a small affair held in Italy Monday, said an official announcement.

Rani Mukherji marries YRF boss Aditya Chopra in Italy

'Comedy Nights with Kapil' has another celebrity fan

'Comedy Nights with Kapil' has another celebrity fan
It wasn’t long ago when melody queen Lata Mangeshkar confessed her love for comedian Kapil Sharma's popular show "Comedy Nights with Kapil". And now, it’s actor Vivek Oberoi who has joined the fans' list.

'Comedy Nights with Kapil' has another celebrity fan