Shahrukh Khan (Ra One, Don 2)

Two of the most anticipated releases of the year 2011 belongs to the King Khan. He has performed brilliantly in Anubhav Sinha’s superhero flick Ra. One and Farhan Akhtar’s Don 2. Both the films have generated huge amounts of money to release their supporters and the enthusiasm is growing by the second. Next year looks even better, where SRK is making a film with Yash Chopra. Shahrukh looks better at 45 than any other boy and his legacy continues.

Salman Khan (Bodyguard, Ready)
Salman Khan is actually leading a dream life for everyone else out there! Well, that Salman Khan is currently experiencing a career high, which is extremely jealous worthy! Three Back to back mega-hits have empowered the position of Salman Khan in the Bollywood.  Although Salman is reportedly slowly after health scares them, he has Yash Raj Films Ek Tha Tiger with Katrina and Dabangg 2 that will come in 2012.

Hrithik Roshan (Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara)
Hrithik Roshan is one of the most handsome actors in Bollywood, or even in the world. In fact, he is to be considered one of the few Indian faces with international appeal. His greed-God and good looks have always helped him to win hearts. After a pause phase in 2010, Hrithik bounced back nicely in 2011 with Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara dance and the dance-reality show Just. After two big flops in the form of dragons and Guzaarish in 2010, Hrithik bounced back this year with a successful film and a popular reality show in his honor. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara gave him a much needed HIT and he now looks forward to his big release Agneepath (a Karan Johar production) with Priyanka Chopra, as it is expected to come early 2012th Also, preparations are underway for his next self-produced, Krrish 3, which is expected on the ground towards the end of 2011.

John Abraham (Force, Desi Boyz)
Fresh from the success of Force, John Abraham tickle the funny bone in Desi Boyz by first-timer Rohit Dhawan directed. John and Deepika Padukone paired as a beautiful couple in the film Desi Boyz. John Abraham ‘s rocking performance is the highlight of the films.

Ranbir Kapoor (Rock Star)
In 2011, featured Ranbir in Imtiaz Ali opposite newcomer Rockstar Nargis Fakhri. The film mixed reviews published, but he received good reviews for his performance as Jordan. Director Imtiaz Ali “Rock Star” had earned crores from the box office grossing Rs 64crore world record on opening weekend

With dreams in the eyes and aspiration to try their luck, thousands of struggling actors come to the city to be a part of the world biggest film fraternity. Then comes the real test, you are made to run pillar to post just for an opportunity to showcase your talent.  In this difficult journey there are times when you get cheated, insulted by deceitful elements. Occasions come when it looks difficult to keep hope alive; here some decide to move back from where they started, few in distress take extreme steps like committing suicide and there are people who look up to examples like superstar Akshay Kumar, Shahrukh Khan and many more, who in their initial days faced lots of struggle even to grab a small role.  There are lots of acting institutes across the city to give a momentum to this struggle and gives a genuine platform to your talent and luck.

Below is a list of top 5 acting institutes of Mumbai.

• Anupam Kher’s, Actor Prepares – The institute offer acting courses for both full time and part time students. The institute has its branches in Chandigarh, Mumbai and Ahmadabad.
• Subhash Ghai’s, Whistling Woods International – Subhash Ghai is the chairman of Whistling Woods International Mumbai. The courses include a 2 year course in acting.
• Roshan Taneja Acting Studio – RoshanTaneja Acting Studio, Mumbai offers 6 months acting course for the students.
• Kishore Namit Kapoor Acting Institute – Kishore Namit Kapoor Acting Institute, Mumbai offers 3 months acting course for the students
• ZIMA – Zee academy of media arts, Mumbai offers a 3 month course in acting.

As said by famous director Sudhir Mishra “A good actor always finds work for himself”. It is hoped that doesn’t let a struggle give up.

• Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus – One of the most busiest train stations since it is the start (origin station) of the Central and Harbour line. The CST station is a heritage site and also serves as the headquarters of the Central Railway. The CST station was one of the affected places during 2008 Mumbai Terror attacks.

• Churchgate station – This is the first station on the Western Line and is home to the Western Railway headquarters. Since most offices are in Nariman Point, Churchgate station sees a lot of rush during the peak office hours

• Dadar Station – Dadar, yet another over crowded station because it is a connecting point between Central and Western Railway. Most people use Dadar as a connecting point to switch from Western to Central or vice versa.
• Kurla Station – Kurla, like Dadar is a connecting point  between Central and Harbour railway. People use Kurla station to change from Central to Harbour or vice versa. If you’re travelling in the Mumbai local for the first time, it is advisable not to use Kurla station during office peak hours.
• Andheri Station – Surprisingly, Andheri is a suburb only on the western line and yet it is very crowded. There are many trains that originate from Andheri towards Borivali and towards Churchgate. If you want to catch a train from Andheri station, you should opt for the ones starting from Andheri. You can have a look at the local train timetables.

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In the last couple of years, the terrorist activities have increased and every year there are bomb blasts in Mumbai. Some of the famous Terrorist attacks in Mumbai include the following:

• 1993 Mumbai Blasts – The 1993 Mumbai blasts were the first serial blasts that rocked Mumbai city. There were 13 coordinated attacks, the most destructive in Mumbai history. Some of the locations that were bombed were Sea Rock hotel, Zaveri Bazaar, Juhu Centaur hotel and Century Bazaar.
• December 2002 Ghatkopar blast – The bombing occurred on the 10th anniversary of the demolition of Babri Masjid. The bomb was places in an empty BEST bus that killed 2 people.

• 27 January 2003 – A mild bomb that went off on a bicycle in Vile Parle, killing 1

• 14 March 2003 – Bomb went off in a train in Mulund, killing 10

• 28 July 2003 – Bomb went off in a bus in Ghatkopar, killing 4

• 25 August 2003 – Two Bombs go off in cars near the Gateway of India and Zaveri Bazaar, killing 50

• 11 July 2006 – Unlike earlier blasts, this was a series of seven bombs that went off off in local trains during peak hours killing 209 people and leaving many injured.

• 26 November 2008 to 29 November 2008 (also referred to as 26/11) – One of the deadliest attacks in Mumbai that rocked the entire nation. The attacks began on 26th November and lasted till 29th November. 10 men from Pakistan came to Mumbai and put the city on high alert for 3 whole days. Ajmal Kasab was the only terrorist captured alive and he is still in police custody.

• 13 July 2011 – Yet another bomb blast in Mumbai. 3 blasts within 10 minutes at various locations i.e. Zaveri Bazaar, Opera House and Dadar Kabooter Khanna. The blasts claimed 26 lives and injured more than 130.

• Bombay has no bombs and is a harbor not a bay.
• Churchgate has neither a church nor a gate. It is a railway station.
• There is no darkness in Andheri.
• Lalbaag is neither red nor a garden.
• No king ever stayed at Kings Circle .
• Nor did Queen Victoria stay at Victoria Terminus.
• Nor is there any princess at Princess Street .
• Lower Parel is at the same level as Parel
• There are no marines or sailors at Marine Lines.
• The Mahalaxmi temple is at Haji Ali not at Mahalaxmi.
• There are no pigs traded at Dukar bazaar.
• Teen bati is a junction of 3 roads, not three lamps.
• Trams used to terminate at Kings circle not Dadar Tram Terminus (Dadar T.T)
• Breach Candy is not a sweetmeat market, but there is a Hospital.
• Safed Pool has the dirtiest and blackest water.
• You cannot buy coal at Kolsa street.
• There are no Iron smiths at Lohar chawl.
• There are no pot makers at Kumbhar wada.
• Lokhandwala complex is not an Iron and steel market.
• Null bazaar does not sell taps.
• You will not find ladyfingers at Bheendi Bazaar.
• Kalachowki does not have a black Police station…
• Hanging Gardens are not suspended.
• Mirchi Gully does not sell chillies.
• Figs do not grow in Anjir Wadi.
• Sitafals do not grow in Sitafal Wadi,
• Jackfruits do not grow at Fanaswadi.
• But it is true that you may get fleeced at Chor Bazaar!

• Bandra Bandstand

Bandstand, the home of Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan is the best place to enjoy a quiet evening. Be careful not to venture deep inside on the rocks as there are chances of high tides in the evenings.

• Carter Road, Bandra

Carter Road promenade is mostly used by evening walkers and joggers and most people who want a quiet time prefer to sit in their cars or stand on the road in groups. The rocks in the sea are not easily accessible from Carter Road.

• Madh Island

Madh Island beach or Aksa beach is a very quiet beach where one can spend the entire day just sitting in the sand and looking at the sunset. If you prefer some luxury and dont mind spending, you can visit the Resort or the Retreat – both hotels in Madh Island.

• Reclamation , Bandra

Bandra Reclamation is the road that connects the Western Express Highway to the Bandra Worli Sea link. It is a open stretch of road where people often have races.

• Nariman Point promenade

Nariman Point promenade is the Southern end of Mumbai. It is a very posh area which houses mostly corporate offices. Since it is a dead-end, the area is very quiet. Perfect place for a quiet evening.

Below is the detailed bus route for bus number 126 in Mumbai

Below is the detailed bus route for bus number 125 in Mumbai

Below is the detailed bus route for bus number 124 in Mumbai