Main Aur Mrs Khanna (2009), forthcoming                          Map of Shooting Locations

A movie that revolves around the contemporary theme of love, marriage and extra-marital affairs, Main Aur Mrs Khanna is set to release in October, 2009. With Salman, Kareena and Sohail Khan in the lead roles the movie portrays the subtleties of a married life and husband-wife relationship. Kareena’s  size-zero figure and glamour spice up Main Aur Mrs Khanna with many captivating national and foreign locales that provides an excellent backdrop to this helluva!

The movie swanks exotic backdrops of Australia- Melbourne(Victoria), Sydney and other locations in New South Wales, Dubai (UAE), Krabi (Phuket) and many picturesque Indian locales like Panchgani, Mumbai and so on.

A blend of kaleidoscopic scenes from India and abroad lend enchanting visuals-some for romantic shot and some for seductive song sequences, gingers the most awaited release of the year.

Locations: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Victoria at the tip of Australia’s east coast is a favourite with the tourists from all over the world. With a rugged coastline, long sandy beaches, formidable forest cover and priceless wildlife there`s a lot to see and do in Australia`s second-smallest but most urbanized state. Covering more than 227,000 square kilometers of area, Victoria is known for picturesque ocean beaches, lush green farmlands, great wineries, vast deserts, mountains and more than 30 wildlife parks.

Some of the Tourist attractions of Victoria include the following. 

Melbourne

Melbourne the capital of Victoria is also widely regarded as Austrailia’s cultural and sports capital. With fine restaurants, great walkways, amazing shopping places, expansive parks, sporting extravaganzas, dining experiences, it is a veritable treat for the tourists. Some of the attractions include the zoo, Royal Botanic Gardens, Melbourne Aquarium, Cruises on the Yara river et al. All the major tourist attractions of the Victoria state can be easily accessed from here.

Phillip Island

Phillip Island is a remarkable place and a tourist paradise blessed with unimaginable variety of wildlife. Just 135 km from Melbourne towards south east, it is famous all over the world for the colony of the smallest Penguins of the world, the Little (Fairy) Penguins. Other attractions include visits to the Seal Rocks Sea Life Centre and a Koala Conservation Centre for a closer look of the Seals.

Great Ocean Road Region

The Great Ocean Road covering some 243 kilometers skirting the Victorian coastline from Torquay in the Geelong region to Allansford, on the South Australian border is undoubtedly one of the greatest driveways in the world. There are some nice attractions on the way. Starting from Torquay a short distance away are the Bells Beach and Point Addis offering magnificent coastal views.  Heading towards west there’s the small town of Anglesea offering good surfing opportunities and the world’s only golf club which is inhabited by the Kangaroos. Further ahead is the Angahook-Lorne State Park. Next attraction is the Otway National Park with its towering rainforest trees. The road now swings inland to Lavers Hill, purportedly the highest point on the route. Nearby is the Johanna Beach

The Great Ocean Road also includes a 27 km stretch of the Port Campbell National Park, which ostensibly is Australia`s one of the most spectacular stretches of coastline. It runs from Princetown via Port Campbell to Peterborough. This area is home to the world famous landmark of 12 Apostles. Jutting out of the sea near the limestone cliffs these unique outcrops are awe-inspiring creation of nature. Steps lead down on the cliff to the beach for having a sea level view of them.

Though the road further progresses west to Portland and Nelson, Tourists after reaching Warrnambool, can return to Geelong. Warrnambool, 263 km from Melbourne also holds on its own in terms of attraction that includes a breeding centre for the rare Southern Right Whales.

Yarra Valley and Dandenongs

The Yarra Valley region and nearby Dandenongs ranges are home to a large number of beautiful and interesting sights. Yarra Valley is Victoria`s oldest wine region and consists of many renowned vineyards and wineries. Besides Puffy Billy Steam Train, Stevenson’s Falls, Mt Donna Buang scenic lookout, vast eucalypt forests also holds their own in captivating visitors.

Bays and Peninsula

The Bays and Mornington Peninsula region also competes equally with other places of Victoria in terms of natural beauty and attractions. These include the old Fort at Queenscliff, Geelong’s National Wool Museum et al. The Geelong peninsula boasts of some classy vineyards and wineries. A visit to the historic Werribee Park Estate established in 1877, the breathtaking scenery of Arthurs seat, Cape Schanck or Port Lonsdale would remain etched in your memory for a long time.

The Murray

In the Murray region, Echuca-Moama, Mildura and Albury Wodonga count among the most popular destinations. The Murray region is an eclectic mix of great climate, historic towns, sumptuous food and finest wine. The Murray River stretching 2,700 kilometers is one of the world`s great rivers and provides excellent opportunities for outdoor activities.

 The Goldfields

The Goldfields holds a very special place, in the tourism map of Victoria. It chronicles the gold rush era of the 19^th century with the dreams and aspirations echoed in the landscape. The fields around Melbourne made Victoria the most affluent state in those times. Places of interest include Ballarat, a fine city with a number of imposing heritage buildings from its goldrush past. The Eureka Stockade Centre chronicles the history of the gold rush.  Sovereign Hill a living museum is located nearby. It takes visitors more than a century back and is essentially a re-creation of an old mining town.
Bendigo, which also flourished after the gold rush era is now one of Victoria`s finest country cities. It boasts of some fine building built in a grand style.

Map of Shooting Locations

Beachcomber Café, St Kilda Beach

Beachcomber Café is a popular beachside café ideally located right on the beach at St Kilda Sea Baths on Jacka Boulevard and not far from the St Kilda Pier, a Melbourne landmark. The outdoor terrace of this Café gives a very good view of the Port Phillip Bay.

 St. Kilda Beach

 St. Kilda beach is located just a few kilometres south of Melbourne’s CBD is a place for some serious fun under the sun. Part of Port Phillip Bay, it is a popular spot with tourists and locals alike. The beach is perfect for a leisurely stroll, rollerblade, sun bath and swimming. St Kilda Beach offers great cafes, supermarkets and a fun park. The Beach is wide, clean and relatively safe as it is on the bay. Other nearby attractions include the Sunday Market along the St. Kilda Esplanade -a favourite of the Melbournites, the historic St. Kilda pier and the vibrant streets of Acland and Fitzroy.

  Esplanade – St. Kilda

The Esplanade is undoubtedly St Kilda`s primary draw. The Esplanade is divided into two sections upper and lower. The Upper Esplanade offers a splendid view of the bay and the famous Esplanade Hotel here is the local landmark and also serving as a popular venue for holding musical events. Another big attraction here is the weekly Sunday crafts market which is held on the Upper Esplanade since the 80s. Local artists and craftsmen come with their wares here and it is a great place to pick up things like ceramics, paintings, silver jewelry and other souvenirs.
The Lower Esplanade located right on the beach is also equally significant. Replete with a number of beachside restaurants, it is also home to a number of landmarks like the St Kilda Baths, the Palais Theatre and Luna Park the amusement park.

Fitzroy – Town Hall

The Fitzroy Town Hall (FTH) an example of the Free Classical style of Victorian architecture Hall is located in Napier Street in Fitzroy, a suburb of Melbourne. Built in two stages this civic building is given the status of a "Heritage place”. The building refurbished and restored in 2007, now houses a number of Council departments, Yarra Libraries, and a venue for severalamany civil, social and educational events.

Bourke Street Mall

The Bourke Street Mall located between Swanston Walk and Elizabeth Street is a major shopping destination in Melbourne. This pedestrian friendly strip is home to major departmental stores like Myer and David Jones and  large specialty stores. A major facelift of the area was done during the preparation for 2006 Commonwealth Games in Melbourne. Street theatres and performances by buskers are a regular feature that greets visitors in the Bourke Street Mall.

Elwood Beach

Elwood Beach is located 7.5 km from Melbourne city centre and 2km from St. Kilda. It is a popular spot for windsurfing and a host of other beachside sports activities. The southern part of the beach is used for water skiing.
The Beach’s vast foreshore provides a great barbeque area, picnic spots, tennis court, lawns, angling club, boating club, walking and cycling paths et al.

Lilydale

Lilydale is located 35 km from Melbourne`s central business district on its outer eastern fringes. By car it takes an hour from the CBD to reach Lilydale via the Eastern Freeway and Maroondah Highway. Places of interest includes Lilydale Lake with an 80-hectare recreational area offering sailing, walking and cycling trails, canoeing along with a host of other equally interesting activitries. Another attraction is the Lilydale to Warburton rail trail that passes through some scenic landscapes.
Alfred Square, St. Kilda
Built in the Edwardian period the memorial in Alfred Square is a poignant symbol of the Boer war. It was erected in 1905 to honour the St Kilda soldiers who fought valiantly and perished in the Boer War in South Africa. The memorial in the Stripped Classical style incorporates eucalypt motifs into the faience work and follows the green and gold colour scheme thus reflecting the upsurge in nationalism of those times.