There is a considerable pay disparity in the film industry and Radhika Apte says this will only change when the audiences start accepting A-list female actors as superstars.
 	The actor says she is aware of the fact that many of her male co-stars earn more than her for the same job.
	In an interview with PTI, Apte says, "There is a lot of inequality. I'm friends with all my contemporaries. I know who gets paid what. My male friends get three times more pay than me. We have so many male superstars, but there are just a few female actors who have attained that status.
	"It is not only because of the industry, it's in the society. If films starring Deepika or Priyanka will start working like a Salman Khan movie, we will start having female superstars. People still can't digest the fact or imagine that a female actor can be a superstar."
	Apte, however, is happy that the things are changing and some filmmakers are writing more parts for women.
	"But still there is a long way to go," she ..

People still can't imagine female actors as superstars: Apte

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Actor Justin Theroux has revealed he was offered an audition for "Friends", the show which made his wife Jennifer Aniston famous.
	The popular 90s sitcom gave Aniston her breakthrough role of Rachel Green.
	The 46-year-old actor admitted he is glad he missed the try-outs because he wouldn't have been prepared for the fame achieved by the stars of the show.
	Recalling the audition opportunity in a new interview with Mr Porter's The Journal, Theroux said, "No, I didn't bother. I slept in that day. I wouldn't have been prepared for the fame."
	Besides Aniston, "Friends" also starred Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry and David Schwimmer.
	The show has ten seasons and was aired from 1994 to 2004.

Justin Theroux skipped an audition for 'Friends'

Actor Jeremy Lindholm, who appeared on an episode of "Twin Peaks: The Return" has been arrested for attempted second degree murder after allegedly beating a woman with a baseball bat.
	According to a press release from the Spokane, Washington, police department, officers responded to a call from a local business on Wednesday for an alleged assault, reported People.
	The call said that a man was assaulting a woman with a baseball bat.
	When officers arrived at the scene, Lindholm was fleeing out the back of the business with the bat in hand.
	He "quickly gave up" when officers confronted him in the alley and was then taken into custody.
	Surveillance video caught footage of the incident from inside the business and captured the "extremely violent assault perpetrated by Lindholm," according to the release.
	Upon interviewing both the victim and witnesses at the scene of the crime, police learned the incident was "domestic violence related."
	Officers booked Lindholm, 41, into Spokane ...

Actor arrested for attempted murder charges

Singer Miley Cyrus has debuted her new single "Younger Now" along with the accompanying music video that has been directed by Diane Martel.
	The song is the title track of Cyrus' upcoming album set for release on September 2, according to a press release.
	The video, co-directed by Cyrus and choreographed by Michael Rooney, features the singer paying homage to Elvis Presley, perfectly timed with the 40-year anniversary of his death.
	Cyrus is set to perform at the MTV Video Music Awards where her single "Malibu" is nominated for Best Pop.
	She will return as a coach for the 13th season of NBC's "The Voice" which premieres on September 25.

Miley Cyrus releases new single and video for 'Younger Now'

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have been ordered to pay their lighting designer 565,000 euros.
	Designer Odile Soudant decided to sue the estranged couple after they allegedly failed to credit her on their residence in Provence, French and drove her company to financial ruin, The Guardian reported.
	Odile claimed Brad and Angelina hired her in 2010 to design lighting for four buildings in their estate.
	The huge project laboured over 17 people, including "architects, designers, lighting and acoustic specialists, and even an optical engineer to calculate the angle of the sun's rays on the chateau."
	It went on for several months before slowing down to a halt when the employees stopped receiving payment from Brad and Angelina.
	Odile has been reportedly paid in full, but she's still fighting to be recognized as the creator of the lighting project.
	Because of the dispute, the credit was given to one of the employees instead.
	"I am an artist and this is my work. When someone tries to ...

Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie sued by lighting designer

Singer Shawn Mendes will kick off the reboot of MTV's "Unplugged".
	The new journey of the network's popular franchise will start with the 19-year-old singer's performance on September 8, reported Variety.
	Mendes said he was excited to be a part of the 2.0 version of "Unplugged" as he believed his fans would now get a chance to watch his performance again on the small screen.
	"People come to my shows not really knowing what to expect, and they leave experiencing a real rock-pop concert. We're playing 100 per cent of the time. To be able to film that and put it out to the people is exciting," he said.
	The "Nothing Holdin' Me Back" singer recalled watching a clip of Pearl Jam performing on the show in 1992 and said it was the gig that got him hooked on the concept.
	"It wasn't so much about the commercial, showman side of it; It was really about the music," he added.

Shawn Mendes to kick off MTV's 'Unplugged' reboot

Actor Debra Jo Rupp, who portrayed Kitty Forman on "That '70s Show" for eight seasons, is set to guest star in the second season of "This Is Us".
	Debra will be playing a social worker named Linda, who will cross paths with Randall (Sterling K Brown) and his wife Beth (Susan Kelechi Watson) as they plan to adopt a child, reported Ace Showbiz.
	Debra is set to appear in several episodes of the sophomore season.
	She will join previously-announced season 2 guest star Sylvester Stallone, who is playing himself on the hit NBC show.
	The "Rocky" legend will portray Kevin's (Justin Hartley) co-star in a fictional wartime movie directed by Ron Howard, who will also play himself.
	Also set to guest star on the Emmy-nominated series include Katie Couric, Katey Sagal, Brad Garrett, Seth Meyers, Jimmi Simpson and Elizabeth Perkins.
	"This Is Us" season 2 will air next month.

Debra Jo Rupp Joins 'This Is Us' season 2

Kareena Kapoor Khan says she is proud and happy that Bollywood filmmakers are now showing women in a progressive way in movies.
	The actor attributes this change to the influx of young writers in films.
	In an interview to PTI, Kareena says, "One can definitely see a change in the way women have been portrayed on screen in the Hindi film industry.
	"The roles are now written by young directors, who have been successful in highlighting the personality of women who are hardworking and successful. Films have now been portraying women in a more progressive manner."
	The 36-year-old actor, who was last seen in "Udta Punjab", welcomed her first child, Taimur Ali Khan, in December last year.
	Talking about balancing her work and motherhood, the actor says, "I have always maintained a personal and professional life but now it's more difficult as Taimur is too young. I try to strike a balance. I have a great support system with (husband) Saif and my family."
	Kareena believes a modern Indian ..

Hindi films now portraying women in a progressive way: Kareena

Veteran actor Dharmendra has shared his first post on micro-blogging site, Twitter.
	The 81-year-old actor, who is shooting "Yamla Pagla Deewana Phir Se" in Hyderabad, posted a picture from the sets of the film.
	"Your love has encouraged me to come more close to you ... So here is me from the sets of YPD Phir se... #newbeginnings #shootmode #hyderabad," Dharmendra wrote alongside the photograph.
	Actor Bobby Deol, who also stars in the film, welcomed his father on Twitter.
	My hero is finally here... Welcome Papa!" he said.
	While Sunny Deol added, "Me and Bob eventually succeeded in getting dad here.. Welcome Dad!"
	"Yamla Pagla Deewana Phir Se" is the third film in the "Yamla Pagla Deewana" franchise. The previous two films also featured Dharmendra, Sunny and Bobby.

Dharmendra makes Twitter debut

Actor Michael B Jordan is in talks to join Fox's remake of the South Korean action-thriller "A Bittersweet Life."
	Jordan will portray a mobster in the movie. "Kung Fu Panda" helmer Jennifer Yuh Nelson will direct the project, reported Variety.
	In the 2005 film, Lee Byung-hun played a loyal enforcer for a crime boss, who assigned him to kill his young mistress if she turned out to be having an affair with another man.
	Jordan is starring with Michael Shannon in "Fahrenheit 451" for HBO.
	He will be seen next in Disney-Marvel's superhero movie "Black Panther," in which he re-teamed with "Creed" director Ryan Coogler.

Michael B Jordan to star in 'A Bittersweet Life'

Amy Poehler is re-teaming with former "Parks and Recreation" producer Mike Scully and his wife/producing partner Julie Scully for an untitled animated comedy at Fox.
	The network has ordered a script and pilot presentation for the project.
	The potential series centers on the family and friends of 15-year-old Duncan Harris, an average kid with dreams of being a UFC fighter, tech billionaire, video game champ - or any job where one makes a ton of money and doesn't have to wear a tie, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
	Poehler is attached to voice multiple characters.
	Mike and Julie, who together worked on Fox's long-running animated hit "The Simpsons", will pen the script.
	All three will executive produce the project, which is a co-production between 20th Century Fox Television and Universal Television.

Amy Poehler to develop animated comedy at Fox

Actor Justin Theroux will star alongside Emma Stone and Jonah Hill in the upcoming Netflix series, "Maniac".
	The dark comedy is based on the 2014 Norwegian TV series of the same name.
	The original centered on Espen, a mental patient at a psychiatric ward who escapes reality and lives in a fantasy world in his mind.
	Theroux will be part of the 10-episode first season as James Mantleray, The Hollywood Reporter said.
	The US adaptation landed a straight-to-series order at Netflix in March 2016 with Stone and Hill.
	True Detective's Cary Fukunaga will direct, with Patrick Somerville attached to write.
	"Maniac" does not have a premiere date yet.

Justin Theroux joins Netflix series 'Maniac'

Pop star Justin Bieber has released his new single "Friends", which is about staying pals with an ex.
	The 23-year-old singer unveiled plans for the single earlier this week, and the upbeat, peppy song - a collaboration with producer-songwriter Bloodpop - is now available, reported Ace Showbiz.
	Bieber confirmed the release on Instagram, writing: "New song #Friends out now (sic)."
	Bieber and Bloodpop previously teamed up for the Canadian singer's hit track "Sorry".
	"Friends" marks the "Baby" hitmaker's first solo release since his 2015 album "Purpose".

Justin Bieber drops new single

Singer Robin Thicke is set to be a father for the second time as he is expecting a baby with his girlfriend, model April Love Geary.
	The "Blurred Lines" singer already has seven-year-old son Julian with estranged wife, Paula Patton.
	April, 22, shared the happy news on Instagram, and revealed that their unborn baby is due to be born on what would have been the birthday of 40-year-old Robin's late father, Alan Thicke.
	She shared a picture of her ultrasound scan and wrote, "Robin and I are very excited to share with you all that we're having a baby! The due date is March 1st, Alan's birthday! (sic)."
	Robin and April have been together for three years.

Robin Thicke to welcome second child

An Obi-Wan Kenobi "Star Wars" spin-off is in development with director Stephen Daldry reportedly in talks to helm the project.
	The movie will be about the Jedi master, who has been played in the main franchise by Alec Guinness and Ewan McGregor, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
	"There isn't yet a script for the project, and talks with the director are in the earliest of stages," sources said.
	If Daldry agrees to direct the film, he will oversee the development and script along with Lucasfilm executives.
	Obi-Wan played an important role in the original "Star Wars" trilogy, acting as a mentor to young Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill), a portrayal which saw Guinness earn an Oscar nomination.
	And in the three prequels, which explore the origin of Darth Vader and his betrayal of the Jedis, Obi-Wan had a central part.

'Star Wars' Obi-Wan Kenobi film in the works

Handlooms are the new cool, and designer Anavila Mishra believes the interest young designers have shown in the looms is responsible for making it the biggest fashion trend in the country.
	The designer, who got inspired to make handloom the base of her brand after a short meeting with Panja dhurrie weavers, says the way young labels have modernised the concept of wearing handloom has brought Indian textiles in mainstream.
	In an interview with PTI, Anavila says, "When a young designer joins the industry and starts working with handlooms in a contemporary way, it makes a lot of difference. The credit for sure goes to them for reviving the looms. Earlier there was fatigue with handloom, young girls didn't want to wear it, but now it has become the definition of comfort clothing."
	The designer adds, "The fact that Indian labels are now owning their textiles and taking it to international market makes me really happy."
	From creating looms with artisans to working on the designs, ...

Credit of reviving handlooms goes to young designers: Anavila

"Game of Thrones" actor Kit Harington said the reason his character, Jon Snow does not dress properly for the winter weather, as shown in the show, is because the makers want his face to be seen clearly.
	The 30-year-old actor said he has always wanted to wear a hat when the team was shooting in Iceland and had discussed the matter, but it was all in vain, reported New York Times.
	"It's been a big, big question in 'Thrones', about when they're up North, whether they wear headgear or not. It seems ridiculous in cold climates not to have your head protected.
	"But it's a decision they made a long time ago, the decision that we need to see faces more than heads being warm. It's very difficult when you're filming people in that environment, to differentiate between people's faces," Harington said.
	The actor said the creators decided that distinction was the most important thing.
	He added, "But trust me, no one wants a hat more than me.

Kit Harington reveals why Jon Snow doesn't wear a hat on 'GOT'

"Game of Thrones" fans have criticised the ongoing seventh season for being too fast- paced, but actor Aiden Gillen has defended the show saying that a major part of the story is still left to be told.
	The 49-year-old actor said irrespective of the speed, the audience will always feel that their favourite show is quickly nearing its end as they have waited a long time to watch the plot unfold, reported New York Times.
	"There's a lot of story still to tell. But a lot of this is what people have been waiting to see happen, and people have been hoping for alliances for so long. No matter how you pace it, it's probably going to seem like it's happening pretty fast.
	"But the audience has to always feel they're privy to intimate moments. There was a beautiful moment in last night's episode with Daenerys and Jon Snow - it's great to see her show that vulnerability again. Despite the breakneck pace of development, it's important for the makers to take their time with those moments," ...

There's a lot of story still to tell: Aiden Gillen on 'GOT'

Actor Jennifer Aniston has revealed that there is one more hairstyle that she hates more than 'The Rachel' and that is the bob.
	The 48-year-old actor said she had even chided her hairstylist for letting her go ahead with that hairstyle, which became popular when she featured in "Friends" as Rachel Greene, reported Allure magazine.
	"I've never liked the bob. I always want them, and then when I get them, I'm like, 'What? Why did you let me do it?' Because my hair is so curly - I have naturally wavy hair - when it's short, it just turns into an Afro I can't really control.
	"I just don't know how to style it very well. So hence me having to say (to my hairstylist), 'Chris, please come help me with my hair'," Aniston said.

Jennifer Aniston regrets the bob hairdo more than 'The Rachel'

Music mogul Simon Cowell said he feels like a proud father when he sees former One Direction members making their mark in the industry.
	The boyband was originally composed of Niall Horan, Liam Payne, Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, and Zayn Malik.
	The 57-year-old producer said he is closest to Tomlinson and was ecstatic when he finally released his solo record recently, reported Billboard.
	"Actually, with all the boys, if I'm being honest with you. They've worked for this. But yeah, you do feel a little bit like a proud dad when you see all five of them doing well now...
	"Louis and I, you know, we've got this very close bond. When we heard about this current record, I remember calling him and going, 'Louis, this record is special' -- and I could not be happier," Cowell said on "America's Got Talent" red carpet.
	The former "American Idol" judge said he gave a detailed advice to Tomlinson, since he was the last to officially launch his solo career.

Feel like a proud father to see 1D stars' success: Cowell

Singer Zayn Malik says social media has become "ridiculous" and he has no faith in it anymore.
	The 24-year-old musician says everyone is entitled to their opinion but forcing one's ideas on others is what is creating problems around, reported FemaleFirst.
	"It's become ridiculous to me... Everyone's personal opinions and what they believe in, how can you amalgamate all of that into one thing and expect that not to create a problem for people's minds?
	"That's my personal opinion, that it's not really that developing for us as people. That for me is the main reason why I don't believe in social media: because I believe it breeds sheep and not lions," says Zayn.
	The "Pillow Talk" singer had earlier said that he was not an "outgoing, like, social person".

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