An 'Ek Tha Tiger' sequel around the corner?

Sources say that a sequel of Salman Khan's spy thriller could be on the anvil with the makers registering two similar titles

Anticipating a roaring box office success, the makers of the recently released Salman Khan-Katrina Kaif spy thriller are already said to be making grand plans for the future. Buzz is that the production company has already registered two titles Ek Hai Tiger and Ek Rahega Tiger, indicating that there could well be a sequel around the corner.

Mixed verdict

Our sources say that though word-of-mouth has not been so encouraging, the makers are quite upbeat about the response the film has received. While the film raked in nearly Rs 30 crore on day one, the second day collections dropped drastically almost by 50 per cent to settle at nearly Rs 15 crore. 

A trade analyst on conditions of anonymity says, `With the long weekend coming up along with Eid, collections are like to increase. But right now, it's still a long way to go to touch the Rs 150 crore mark.` 

Pak says No

When the trailer of the film was released, Pakistani Censor Board officials banned it, claiming that the film tarnishes the image of their intelligence agency ISI. Now it has been announced that even the film won't be screened there. The Yash Raj Studios spokesperson says, `The film has not been cleared for release by their Censor Board after they saw it day before yesterday.` Source:http://www.santabanta.com

Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif film confirmed

Yash Raj Films have announced that Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif will be collaborating on an upcoming Aditya Chopra project.

The film, titled Ek Tha Tiger, stars the two actors in lead roles.

Yash Chopra commented on the new production: "Everyone knows my association with Salim Saab, having worked together on Deewaar, Trishul and Kaala Patthar. It is a very happy moment for me and YRF to have his son Salman with us for the first time.

"Over the years, Salman has become a very mature and talented actor and both he and the beautiful Katrina have a tremendous connection with their audiences."

Khan, who will be working with the production house for the first time, said: "It is a very ambitious project and will be a challenge for all of us, but that's exactly what makes it such a big draw. Above all this, I'm honoured to be working with Yashji, who has worked so closely with my dad in the past."

The OST to the film will be composed by Pritam, the film company confirmed.

Ek Tha Tiger starts shooting on July and is scheduled for a mid-2012 release.