An original sketch by The Beatles artist John Lennon for the cover of the famous 'Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' album is expected to fetch up to USD 60,000 when it goes under the hammer in the US.
	The drawing was found in a sketchbook was found at Lennon's former home in England, where he lived with his first wife Cynthia starting in 1964.
	Lennon wrote several Beatles hits in the Surrey mansion, as well as much of Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band.
	The early album artwork sketch features a bass drum emblazoned with the LP's title and is estimated to be worth between USD 40,000 and USD 60,000.
	Along with the Sgt Pepper sketch, the auction will feature other Beatles memorabilia including a Lennon-signed "Please Please Me" album cover, a George Harrison-signed Fender guitar used by the Beatle and a program page from 1963, which all four members of the Beatles autographed.
	A number of Beach Boys items are also set to hit the auction block including photographs, ...

John Lennon's album cover sketch to be auctioned

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Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige and director James Gunn want to collaborate with actor Sylvester Stallone beyond their film "Guardians of the Galaxy".
	Although Gunn says it is not quite clear just where the "Rocky" star is going to show up next, he wants Stallone to appear in the third volume of the sci-fi series, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
	"It's our plan to see more of Stallone. My plan is to see more of (Stallone's character). I'm not sure about him appearing in Vol 3, we'll have to see about that, but it's our plan to see more of Stallone.
	"(Marvel Studios chief) Kevin (Feige) and I are working on what is going to become of the Marvel Cosmic Universe and where it's going to go. We plan to see the rest of them in the future," Gunn told Toronto Sun.
	In the second part of the movie, Stallone plays Stakar, AKA Starhawk - one of the original comic book Guardians.
	"I'm helping to decide what projects we'll be pursuing outside of 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3' and what ...

Marvel Studios wants to work with Sylvester Stallone again

Johnny Depp treated fans with a big surprise as the actor appeared as captian Jack Sparrow on a Disney ride.
	Depp decided to make a guest appearance on the Pirates of the Caribbean ride for a special gig at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, reported E! Online.
	The 53-year-old's appearance came as the ride celebrated its 50th anniversary.
	"Everyone was surprised, shocked and excited to see him. He acted exactly like his character in the movies," a source said.
	Depp is also gearing up for the release of the fifth installment in the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' series next month.

Depp surprises fans in 'Pirates of the Caribbean' avatar

Oscar-winner Barry Levinson, who directed the political satire "Wag the Dog", is set to bring the TV adaptation of the hit 1997 film.
	HBO is teaming up with the filmmaker to develop a half- hour scripted comedy, according to the Hollywood Reporter.
	Levinson will executive produce and helm the potential pilot, while Rajiv Joseph will pen the adaptation for the network.
	Robert De Niro is also on board the series as executive producer along with Jane Rosenthal and Berry Welsh.
	The 1997 movie follows a political strategist (De Niro) who hires a Hollywood producer (Dustin Hoffman) to create a fictional war scenario to distract people's attention from the president's sexual harassment scandal.

'Wag the Dog' TV series in the works

Actress Laverene Cox has been tapped to serve as a guest judge for the season 12 of "America's Got Talent".
	The "Orange Is the New Black" star will join previously announced judges DJ Khaled and Chris Hardwick on the the NBC talent competition series, reported E! Online.
	The newest judging line-up of Simon Cowell, Mel B, Heidi Klum and Howie Mandel will remain in tact for the upcoming season.
	Tyra Banks will be the new host, replacing longtime MC Nick Cannon who exited the show in February.
	"America's Got Talent" season 12 premieres Tuesday, May 30 on NBC.

Laverne Cox to guest judge 'America's Got Talent' season 12

Oscar-winning filmmaker Damien Chazelle is set to helm a musical TV drama set in contemporary multicultural Paris.
	Titled "The Eddy", the show will revolve around a club its owner, the house band and the volatile city that surrounds them, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
	The project will be written by Jack Thorne, who recently penned the play 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' alongside J K Rowling.
	Chazelle, 32, will also direct "First Man", Universal's Neil Armstrong biopic. The film will reunite the writer- director with Ryan Gosling, who is attached to play the astronaut.

Damien Chazelle to direct musical-themed TV drama

"The Social Network" star Jesse Eisenberg has teamed up with J J Abrams' Bad Robot Productions to develop a TV comedy titled "The Market".
	The 33-year-old actor will star in, write as well as helm the single-camera project, reported Deadline.
	"The Market" follows a recently widowed Harold Katzman who moves to Pittsburgh to live with his adult son, Stan (Eisenberg). Both men simultaneously lose their jobs due to the changing American economy and are thrust into an unforgiving job market.
	It will mark Eisenberg's first series regular role after starring on FOX's family comedy "Get Real" in 2000.

Jesse Eisenberg to develop TV comedy 'The Market'

Director S S Rajamouli's magum opus "Baahubali 2: The Conclusion" opened to a rousing reception in Telangana's cinema halls.
	As the craze for the film reached a crescendo in the run up to its release, the fans queued up outside the theatres right from the early hours today.
	"I came at 5 AM. I got a ticket for the second show (that begins in the night). I wanted a ticket for matinee or first show. But I am happy that I got a ticket," Anusha, a college student, said in Kukatpally area here.
	Those who have so far watched the film in the early morning shows, have applauded the movie for its content and the extensive visual effects.
	Some of the fans even compared the film to Hollywood movies.
	The Telangana government has allowed five shows of the film to be screened following a request from the producers.
	The fans of Prabhas, who plays the lead role of Baahubali, put up huge cut outs of the popular star to celebrate the release of the film.
	The social media is also buzzing with the .

'Baahubali 2' releases to a rousing reception in Telangana

Veteran star Rishi Kapoor, in a series of tweets, has slammed the "actors of this generation" for not attending  Vinod Khanna's funeral last evening.
	Khanna passed away at the age of 70 early on Thursday morning, after battling cancer.
	Kapoor, 64, who worked with Khanna in films like "Amar Akbar Anthony", "Eena Meena Deeka" and "Chandni", described the absence of the young generation of stars at the cremation as "shameful".
	"Shameful. Not ONE actor of this generation attended Vinod Khanna's funeral. And that too he has worked with them. Must learn to respect.
	"...Why this? Including mine and thereafter. When I die, I must be prepared. None will shoulder me. Very very angry with today's so called stars. (sic)."
	He also lashed out at the celebrities who were present at actress Priyanka Chopra's party day before yesterday but did not bother to attend Khanna's funeral.
	"Angry. Met so many chamcha people last night at Priyanka Chopra's do last night. Few at Vinod's. So transparent. ..

Rishi Kapoor criticises 'actors of this gen' for skipping

To mark the first anniversary of her album 'Lemonade', music diva Beyonce has announced scholarships for young women.
	The 35-year-old songstress is offering support to young students who are studying creative arts, music, literature or African-American studies.
	According to the statement on Beyonce's website, "Beyonce Knowles-Carter announces the establishment of Formation Scholars awards for the 2017-2018 academic year, to encourage and support young women who are unafraid to think outside the box and are bold, creative, conscious and confident."
	Four scholarships will be awarded to female incoming, current or graduate students, one per college.
	The colleges, which have made the cut, include Berklee College of Music, Howard University, Parsons School of Design and Spelman College.

Beyonce announces scholarships for young women

Director of "Doctor Who", Lawrence Gough, has discussed the deleted scenes in the tenth season of the show.
	The director revealed a touching bar scene could not make it into the main reel of the sci-fi TV series, reported The Independent.
	"There was a whole sequence in the bar scene, where Heather and Bill first meet, and we spin around them.
	"When we spun around them, what was originally revealed was that the Doctor was on stage playing guitar. It's a great sequence, it was lovely to shoot," Gough told Den of Creek.
	He said Peter Capaldi, who stars in the titular role, was playing a heavy-metal-inspired version of Clara's Theme on guitar.
	The moment may appear on the deleted scenes collection of the DVD.

'Doctor Who' helmer talks about deleted scenes from season ten

Singer Pharrell Williams will soon be making his way to become the first male model to feature in a bag campaign by Chanel.
	The 44-year-old musician is featured in a new short film promoting the hi-end French fashion brand's new product, showing him dancing around and having fun at an empty, pre- show concert venue, reported Billboard.
	Creative director Karl Lagerfeld told Women's Wear Daily he always wanted to cast Pharrell in  the Gabrielle bag can be worn in "many different circumstances".
	"It's not very feminine in the sense of being chichi," he said.
	Besides the "Happy" singer, actress Kristen Stewart, model-turned-actress Cara Delevingne and French star Caroline de Maigret will also feature in the campaign.

Pharrell to become first man to star in Chanel campaign

Actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau has teased about a fan theory being true, which suggests his character may eventually kill off his on-screen twin sister, Cersei in "Game of Thrones".
	The 46-year-old actor, who plays Jaime Lannister in the HBO series, has said the suspicion may or may not be correct that Cersei's younger brother will be her murderer, reported Harper's Bazaar.
	"I heard that theory, and it absolutely makes sense. It would be a perfect little nod. But who knows?
	"You'll have to watch the show (laughs). It's a good theory. I always thought maybe it's too neat, but who knows?" Nikolaj said.
	As per other fan theories, Cersei may be killed by her other younger brother Tyrion or the Lord Commander of the Night's Watch, Jon Snow.
	The seventh season of "GOT" airs July 16.

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau teases about Cersei's death in 'GOT'

Royal sources claim actress Meghan Markle has been a major driving force in encouraging Prince Harry to open up emotionally.
	The 35-year-old actress has been instrumental in making the royal realise the importance of sharing his feelings, reported Femalefirst.
	"Harry fell for Meghan partly because she's so open, and has that American attitude of saying, 'Let's talk about our feelings.' He comes from such a stiff-upper-lip culture, but Meghan helped him open up, an insider told Closer magazine.
	The "Suits" actress pushed the royal prince to realise "by speaking publicly about his difficult experience, he would really help others..."
	Harry recently opened up about his struggle coping with the loss of his mother Princess Diana when he was 12.

Meghan Markle helped Prince Harry open up

Actress Zoe Saldana says the reason why she is being seen in back-to-back action films is because she feels it is difficult for her to reject them as she believes it will disappoint young girls.
	The "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2" actress says she hopes she is able to fill in shoes of a role model, that is still absent for women, reported The Independent.
	"Seeing young girls look up to you as an action hero makes it hard to say no to these roles. If it wasn't for Sigourney Weaver and Linda Hamilton as Sarah Conner, I don't know what I would have done.
	"It's funny, because both of these characters were nurtured by James Cameron and then I eventually ended up working with him," Saldana said.
	The actress has worked with Weaver and Cameron in "Avatar"and its upcoming sequel.
	Her other action films include "Star Wars: Into The Darkness".

Hard to say no to action roles: Zoe Saldana

Pop diva Lady Gaga has invited fans to become a part of her upcoming film, "A Star Is Born".
	The 30-year-old songstress took to Twitter where she has asked her admirers to come down to the Greek Theatre on May 2 and 3.
	Gaga urged them to attend the filming event where the fans have the golden chance to star as the extras in the movie, which also stars actor Bradley Cooper in the lead.
	"Be a part of A Star Is Born with Bradley and me in LA!" tweeted the "Joanne" singer.
	"All you Monsters that can attend should get decked out in your most comfortable denim and boots, throw on a Stetson (leave those pink Joanne hats at home) and come out to show your support," the website of the theatre states.
	Proceeds from the ticket sales will go to Gaga's Born This Way Foundation.

Lady Gaga invites fans to be extras in 'A Star Is Born'

Actress Jessica Biel says motherhood has made her more emotional and sensitive.
	The "Total Recall" star - who has two-year-old son Silas Randall with husband Justin Timberlake - loves being a mother and says it has informed everything in her life, reported E! News.
	"I don't know if that sounds kind of goofy. I just feel like I'm always ready for anything and everything at this point. Motherhood informs everything in your life. I'm more emotional, more sensitive, more everything to the world."
	Meanwhile, the 35-year-old actress previously revealed she doesn't want her son to follow in his parents' footsteps and join the showbiz industry.
	"He's probably (inherited])the entertainment gene. He's definitely very charming. It's such a challenging existence being an artist. It's hard. I just want him to be happy whatever he does.

Motherhood has changed me: Jessica Biel

Three of the Spice Girls, Geri Horner, Mel B and Emma Bunton, have been forced to cancel plans to stage a talent show.
	The celebrity trio had planned to give fans of the record-breaking girl group the opportunity to join them on stage as they made their much-anticipated return to the spotlight.
	But the plans have been blocked by former bandmates Victoria Beckham and Mel C, who reportedly feared it would "damage the Spice Girls brand", according to Metro online.
	"While fans would have preferred to see all five on stage again, the chance to become a Spice Girl was definitely the next best thing," a source said.
	"Unfortunately, that won't be happening now. Neither Victoria nor Mel C were on board with the idea and faced with an 'us and them' situation, it was dropped. It's a shame because it would have been one of the most sought-after prizes in reality TV show history.

Spice Girls talent show plans scrapped

Electronic pioneers Orbital are reuniting for three festival shows in the UK this summer after four years apart.
	Founders Paul and Phil Hartnoll have finally decided to put their sibling rivalry behind them and perform three festival shows this summer, reported Contactmusic.
	"It doesn't feel like that. It's passed in the blink of an eye. The last time we stopped was 2012. However, the time has been filled with solo gigs, solo albums, film scores, so never a dull moment. To be honest, it's nice to have my old job back," Paul said.
	The EDM duo originally parted ways in 2004, but split for a second time in 2012 after "four great years".
	Paul hadn't spoken to Phil for five years after that split, but was desperate for a reunion despite them hating one another.
	They have reunited several times over the years with their last breakup coming in October 2014, when they announced they were "hanging up their iconic torch-glasses and parting ways for the final time."
	However, the "Tension" .

Orbital are reuniting for festival shows this summer

Reality TV star Caitlyn Jenner says she was struggling with herself too much to be a good parent to her children.
	The 67-year-old "I Am Cait" star, who underwent a gender transition in 2015, regrets not being there for her children - Burt, Brandon, Cassandra, Brody, Kendall and Kylie - as much as she wanted to be, reported Daily Mirror.
	"I was struggling with myself too much to be a good parent. I can't use that as an excuse because no matter what your problems are, you gotta be there for your kids, and I really wasn't," Caitlyn says.
	"And that's something you regret, later on in life, you try to make it up to your kids and say sorry.

I wasn't a good parent: Caitlyn Jenner

Singer Jennifer Hudson says she isn't in a hurry to marry her fiance of nine years, David Otunga.
	The "Remember Me" hitmaker has been engaged to the 37- year-old former wrestler for nine years but insists there is no rush to formally tie the knot, reported Us Weekly.
	Asked about the possibility of marriage during an appearance on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show", she says, "I'm not in a hurry. He's not going anywhere. Yes (we're happy and in love)."
	Meanwhile, the 35-year-old singer - who has seven-year- old son David Daniel Jr with her fiance - previously revealed her family saved her life by keeping her strong following the murders of her mother, brother and seven-year-old nephew in 2008.

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