CSI: Mumbai?

February 24, 2009 -- Santa Monica, CA. America watched in suspense Sunday night as Steven Spielberg said, "And the Oscar goes to ... Slumdog Millionaire." And while many viewers teared-up and cheered for the rags-to-riches film, savvy television insiders recognized the opportunity and were looking to strike.

"The floodgates in India are now open and with the SAG situation in crisis, executives may go non-union and hire nothing but Indians to rule the big screen," said a Hollywood reporter. "We're farming out all our jobs already, it's not out of the question to see CSI: Mumbai or Hindu Idol popping-up." Reportedly, many executives skipped the Oscar after parties and hopped on private jets en route to India to find their next location and star. The rush is on.

As news of this continues to flood our phones and email, we're hearing of many shows already being pitched for summer or fall release. A few of them include How I Met Your Mullah; Dancing With the Indians; Everybody Loves Rahul; the Bombay Bachelor; Survivor: Kashmir; and The New Delhi Deli, which features contestants trying to make the best sandwich and an angry chef who makes Hell's Kitchen's Gordon Ramsey look like a kitten.

The reporters here at Thank God For the Internet Blog will continue investigating this story and provide updates when news breaks.

Real Slumdogs Want A Piece of Millionaire Action

February 22, 2009 -- Santa Monica, CA. Even if Slumdog Millionaire doesn't win the Oscar for Best Picture on Sunday night, the rise of this inspirational film has left its mark on the world, as evident by staggering grosses topping $150M worldwide. Not bad for a movie that only cost $15M to make. But the film's fortune may be in danger.

Even though the film is set in India, many of America's homeless and slumlords, who refer to themselves as "the real slumdogs," are seeking financial compensation for "their story being jacked," according to their lawyer. "Look at me; I'm living the life on the streets of Beverly Hills. It wasn't easy - I started in Fresno, but I kept the faith. And I didn't need no game show to do it. This movie is my story and aint no one gave me a check yet," said a pale, blonde haired Beverly Hills homeless man who goes by the name Dennis the Menace.

And it's not just the homeless who feel cheated. Those who prosper in the slums and create the ladder for getting out are also seeking compensation. A notorious Los Angeles drug dealer said, "We're all down with this tight flick, but we gots to get paid, yo. The slums belong to us. Aint no one gonna steal our stories again. Either give me a check or put me in a movie."

As of press time, "real slumdog" groups across the nation are discussing possible legal action. The reporters here at www.thankgodfortheinternet.blogspot.com/ will continue investigating this story and we'll update you when news breaks. In the mean time, while you're sitting on your couch watching the Oscars in HD, we sincerely recommend you donate some money or free time to a local charity that helps the homeless.