Saif and Soha to clash?

Looks like Bollywood is going to have it's quota full of sibling clashes this year. Even as brother-sister 'jodi' of Tusshar and Ekta Kapoor are making light of their Love U... Mr. Kalakaar! and Ragini MMS clashing with each other on the May 13 weekend, another sibling clash is all set to have the tongues wagging.

This is between the Saif Ali Khan and Soha Ali Khan who would be taking on each other as their Aarakshan and Soundtrack clash with each other.

"Both films would release on August 12, the weekend that leads to Independence Day holiday of 15th August", sources said. "This way, Aarakshan as well as Soundtrack are looking at capitalising on the 4 day long weekend available to them."One wonders though whether Saif and Soha are aware about the clash as the developments have been quite recent.

"Saif would be quite prepared for the August 12 release since Prakash Jha has been making quick progress with Aarakshan. In fact this is one of his fastest shoots till date. Since the film deals with the topical issue of reservation, it makes sense for the makers to release it around the Independence Day as it also makes a huge socio-political statement. They would certainly not want to let go off this date; more so because the film arrives after Jha's last big hit Raajneeti and audience is waiting with bated breath to see what next he has to offer", the source continues.

As for Soundtrack, the film's release announcement has come as a surprise since it was hardly in news and is yet to see a promotional campaign being put together. The film is an official remake of a Canadian film It's All Gone Pete Tong and features Soha as a deaf girl.

Soha prefers punctual guys!

Bollywood actress Soha Ali Khan says that the most essential thing that she looks for in a guy is punctuality and time management. 'My father says that 'judge a man by his shoes and his watch', but my definition of a perfect boy comes from his time management skills and how punctual he is,' Soha, daughter of a cricketer Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi and actress Sharmila Tagore, told reporters.

Looking glamorous in black knee-length dress teamed up with red shrug, the 32-year-old actress was in the capital to inaugurate a Titan watch store. She also unveiled the new Titan Automatic collection.

'What makes Titan a great brand is a combination of the fantastic collections that they keep bringing out every season and the emotional connect the brand has with all of us in India,' said the actress who will be soon seen in 'Life Goes On'.

Located in South Extension, the store is spread over 5,000 sq ft and has over 2,500 watches and 30 brands on display. 'I personally like the Raga collection from Titan, but now I have to think again as every piece is superb,' said Soha while taking a walk through the store.

Interview - Soha Ali Khan

Whether one loves her or not, after her strong performance in TUM MILE, no one can ignore Soha Ali Khan.

The actor chats up with correspondent on why she relented to do kissing scene with Emraan Hashmi and the kind of films she is looking for

Unlike your contemporaries, you mostly choose character-based roles (like in RANG DE BASANTI), rather than hero-heroine type.

Is it a conscious decision?
Yes, very much. I am more keen on doing substantial lead roles with some meat in them; not necessarily the hero-heroine types.

I am too choosy when it comes to picking my kind of script. KHOYA KHOYA CHAND was my first lead contemporary role and now it's TUM MILE. In fact, TUM MILE is the most beautiful film in my entire career...I had to triple my efforts to play 'Sanjana' in the film. It's the most challenging role I have got to do so far.

You are new to the Bhatt camp. How was the experience like?
This is the first time I worked for the Bhatts-Vishesh Films. I have always been a fan of Mahesh Bhatt because of his sensible yet exciting films; especially his romantic films-they are so electrifying and realistic. And I don't know how, the music of all his films is always superb. So what more can an actor ask for! I hope this is a start of a long association with them.

What was your first reaction when you heard that Emraan has been cast opposite you?
(Laughs) I know what you mean... I was slightly apprehensive because I know what it means to sign a film opposite Emraan. I was aware that when you do a film with him there are things that go hand-in-hand, or rather lip-to-lip. But I relented. The story was so good that I said to myself -'If I have to kiss him for this film I will do that'.

Were you comfortable kissing him? Honestly, the kiss didn't register at all...it was so natural. I myself was pleasantly surprised that it happened so smoothly. It was more my type of kiss than the ones Emraan is famous for (giggles).

The film is about live-in couples and their problems. What will you go for in personal life-live-in or marriage? I would like to live in with the person I want to marry before taking a final call on the decision; because it is one thing to fall in love and another thing to stay in love.

How much your mother (Sharmila Tagore) and brother (Saif Ali Khan) interfere when it comes to choosing films? They don't interfere at all. But they are very sharp critics and always give tips, especially my mother. No matter how much I give to the character, she always has something or the other to say. Thankfully after watching TUM MILE she had only good things to say about my acting.

You are also doing a film with your mother... Yes, it's called LIFE GOES ON...and I am learning a lot from her. What about a film with your brother? I don't mind doing a film with him. But I don't want to play Saif's sister in the film.

Are you a partyholic? I am not a partyholic or a nightclub person. But I am often dragged there by friends. What do you do when not shooting? I love listening to music...any form of rock with a lot of acoustics. We don't find you in elaborate designer wear very often... That's because, I generally prefer wearing casual, urban leisure wear.