"La La Land" has already bowled over cinema lovers and even Lakme Fashion Week could not escape the charm of the musical drama as several themes from the film including 'city of stars' were played during Payal Singhal's show.
	The film, starring Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone, has bagged 14 nominations at the upcoming Academy Awards.
	The jazz heavy music was the perfect accompaniment to the romanticism rooted line of Singhal. It was titled after movie "Death on The Nile", which is based on Agatha Christie's work.
	"We wanted a retro music which is still relatable. And with 'La La Land' winning awards and Oscar nomination, it was the perfect choice. The film's success coincided with the timing of our show," Payal told PTI.
	Singhal's collection reflected the nuanced finesse of high society dressing in the late 1930s.
	Bollywood actresses Diana Penty turned showstopper for the line wearing a blush and ash grey kaftaan tunic with an embroidered lehenga.
	The designer also had ample support 

Payal Singhal chooses 'La La Land' music for show

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Actress Nimrat Kaur, who has worked in American shows like "Homeland" and "Wayward Pines", says President Donald Trump's presidency will not have an impact on Indian actors working in the US.
	Hollywood stars have been protesting against Donald Trump and many Indian origin actors like Kunal Nayyar, Padma Lakshmi have also spoken against the President.
	"Yes, I have been an Obama supporter but so was everyone. Obama was something else. I don't think President Trump getting elected has anything to do with Indian actors getting work in the US. That's not the concern.
	"I think there are bigger issues that needs to be addressed," Nimrat told reporters on the sidelines of Lakme Fashion Week here.

Trump won't impact Indian actors work in US, says Nimrat

Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D'Souza, who have always been known as the cutest couple of the film industry, have celebrated their five-year long romantic journey as husband and wife by exchanging lovely messages on social media.
	Riteish, 38, and Genelia, 29, tied the knot in 2012. The couple share two kids, both sons, together.
	Genelia showered her love on the actor husband by thanking him for "changing the meaning of 'Home' from a place to a person for me."
	"I will always hold onto you so tight and that's because I know something so amazing doesn't happen twice...
	"Happy Anniversary @riteishd... Thank you for changing the meaning of "Home" from a place to a person for me... #mykindalove #wedidgoodhoney #tothebestandrestofourlives," Genelia wrote alongside a picture of her hugging Riteish.
	Calling himself blessed for being married to the actress, Riteish also took to social media to congratulate his wife on their fifth wedding anniversary.
	"I look at you and find my self, a ...

I'll always hold onto you so tight: Genelia to Riteish

Composer duo Sachin Jigar say they constantly keep having disagreements while working together, sometimes even fighting to the "fullest" over certain songs.
     Before composing for films like "Badlapur", "ABCD" and "Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhaniya", Sachin-Jigar assisted music composer Pritam in many of his films.
     When asked if they have disagreements over their work, Sachin told PTI, "We have heated arguments all the time. In fact (there are) days of not talking and working together. But one stays with the last version and grows above one's own opinion if the other's idea is working better. Eventually everything is for the song."
    	To which, Jigar said that the duo always have fights to the "fullest" but still remain like a family.
    	"We always have arguments and we have it to the fullest. But it's after all for the song, and I think creative arguments and fights only help us making songs that we are proud of. We are family now , so with or without music Sachin will always be 

We have heated arguments all the time: Sachin-Jigar

Games based on Bollywood and cricket celebrities like Sachin Tendulkar and Salman Khan have taken centre stage at the first edition of India Gaming Show here, where gaming enthusiasts can make their favourite stars dance to their tunes using the joystick.
	At the four-day-event, which is underway at Pragati Maidan here, games like "Being Salman" and "Sachin Saga" are re-kindling the fandom of the generation that has grown up watching Sachin's inimitable straight drives and Salman's antics as he beat up the baddies.
	"These games touch your emotions. We have our own memories attached to these stars and players. And that's what we are banking on. In addition, there are also entertaining and competitive games," says Raj Thadani from Playizzon.
	'Sachin Saga', a "training module" which lets the gamer play cricket shots under the supervision of the master blaster, will soon be built into a full-fledged game.
	'Being Salman' that involves "Shooting" and consists of 50 levels, is inspired by 

Games on Salman, Sachin draw crowd at India Gaming Show

Actress Huma Qureshi hopes to imbibe the sense of discipline and hardwork from his "Jolly LLB 2" co-star Akshay Kumar who she says, puts in his best while working.
	Huma feels the "Airlift" actor works without any star trappings on the sets.
    	"One always feels that superstars tend to take their success for granted, but not with him (Akshay). I've seen him work really hard for our film and I am sure he does that for every film he is a part of," Huma said in an interview.
    	"He does four films in a year. I hope to imbibe some sense of discipline and how he manages to spend time with his family, children, how involved he is. I want to be that great a multi-tasker in that sense," she added.
    	Directed by Subhash Kapoor, the courtroom-drama-comedy is a sequel to the 2013 film Jolly LLB which starred Arshad Warsi and Amrita Rao in the lead roles.
    	Huma says while working with Akshay was an enriching experience, there were times when the actor played pranks on her as well.
	"He 

Akshay does not take his stardom for granted: Huma Qureshi

The perennial quest for one's identity, stories of resilience and struggling for survival is an underlying theme that is resonating the make-shift walls at the sprawling venue of the India Art Fair here.
	Conditions from across Nepal as well as the world around are being represented in the heart-wrenching artworks of six contemporary Nepali artists by the Nepal Art Council from Kathmandu.
	Resilience for Nepalis can perhaps be best showcased in their fight to survive in the aftermath of the earthquake that struck the Himalayan kingdom in April 2015, and it is only natural that the calamity has directly or indirectly inspired such distressing artworks.
	Printmaker Kabi Raj Lama's work echoes the trauma in the advent of a natural disaster and is a homage to the "9000 people who died during the earthquake".
	The artwork, which is part of a series of lithographic prints titled "Fragments", are meticulous and intricate in design and metaphorically underscore the importance of faith in ...

Themes of resilience, identity and survival resonate at IAF

Prince Harry and his actress girlfriend Meghan Markle had enjoyed a romantic date night at the Soho House in London.
	The 32-year-old royal and Markle, 35, were spotted walking hand-in-hand in public, reported People magazine.
	The couple opted for casual looks with the "Suits" star wearing trouser and knee-length black shrug, while her boyfriend sported green shade coat with pants and white shirt.
	"They tried to keep as low-key as possible and were sitting in a small snug area of the restaurant. But it wasn't a private area and they were happy to be seen... They only had eyes for each other," a source said.

Prince Harry-Meghan Markle's romantic date in London

Pop star Britney Spears has suffered a wardrobe malfunction while performing on stage during her gig at AXIS Theatre in Las Vegas, Nevada.
	The 35-year-old singer, who was sporting a low-cut shimmering green unitard, accidently flashed audience due to her performanace's high-energy choreography, reported Entertainment Tonight.
	This is not the first time Spears has experienced costume issues. Back in October, the singer had to face somewhat similar problem while she was performing the rendition of Joan Jett's "I Love Rock 'n Roll.

Britney Spears suffers wardrobe malfunction during concert

Having established himself as an action hero with his first Hindi film, actor Vidyut Jammwal feels outsiders have to make the most of the opportunities that come their way.
    Though he first appeared in the Telugu film "Shakti" in 2011, it was the John Abraham starrer "Force" that brought Vidyut to limelight in the role of an antagonist.
    He followed it up with a lead role in "Commando" in 2013 and says it's the love of the audience that keeps him going.
    "I love the adrenaline high that I get. I love the fact that people appreciate somebody like me who is not from the industry. So, the moment the focus is on us, who are not from the industry, we need to do something that leaves a mark," Vidyut told PTI in an interview.
    The 36-year-old actor says there no "pressure" with regards to film choices but is aware that for people who don't have a godfather in Bollywood, quality work is the only survival trick.
    "Everytime we come, we need to come with a big bang. We can't just 

Outsiders can't afford to do ordinary work in Bollywood: Vidyut

Arnold Schwarzenegger has told Donald Trump that they should swap jobs so that "people can finally sleep comfortably again" after the US President took a swipe at the falling TV ratings of a reality show hosted by the Hollywood action legend.
	The 69-year-old Terminator star and former governor of California has replaced Trump as the host of what is now called The New Celebrity Apprentice.
	During yesterday's National Prayer Breakfast, an annual faith gathering of religious leaders and members of the Congress, Trump took a swipe at the Hollywood star, saying, "They hired a big, big movie star, Arnold Schwarzenegger, to take my place. And we know how that turned out. The ratings went right down the tubes. It's been a total disaster."
	"And Mark (Burnett, the creator of Apprentice) will never, ever bet against Trump again," the 70-year-old President said.
	He then called on religious leaders to pray.
	"I want to just pray for Arnold, if we can, for those ratings," said the ...

Schwarzenegger proposes job swap after Trump's Apprentice jibe

HC appointed panel to review film following allegations that it made legal, judicial system a laughing stock

SC asks producer of 'Jolly LLB 2' to go to HC for relief

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After Hollywood A-listers Jennifer Lawrence, Ashton Kutcher, John Legend and among others slammed President Donald Trump's temporary immigration ban, actress Priyanka Chopra has spoken out against it saying, "this has deeply affected me."
	Trump signed the executive order on last Friday to suspend entry of refugees to the US for 120 days, and imposed an indefinite ban on refugees from Syria. A 90-day ban was also placed on citizens of seven predominantly Muslim countries, including Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen.
	In an emotional LinkedIn blog post, the 34-year-old star and UNICEF Goodwill ambassador, wrote, "As a global citizen, this has deeply affected me. All of the 'banned' countries are places where a lot of UNICEF work is going on, where children are suffering the most."
	The actress said the "anger, frustration and helplessness" that followed Trump's order temporarily barring citizens from the seven countries from entering the United States was ...

This has deeply affected me: Priyanka on Trump immigration ban

Sanjay Dutt biopic is being helmed by Rajkumar Hirani and the actor's sister Priya says she is confident about the film as she feels it is in safe hands.
	The film, which is currently being shot, will see Ranbir Kapoor play Sanjay. It also stars Dia Mirza as his wife Manyata.
	Hirani and Sanjay have collaborated in two Munnabhai film series and "PK".
	"I always felt that if ever a film is made on Sanjay Dutt there's no one other than Raju Hirani. I know it is on safe hands," Priya told PTI.
	"I was not very much involved in the scripting process as the film is about Sanjay. But whenever the director would need any help, I would gladly give him the required details," she says.
	Priya's Nargis Dutt Foundation (NDF) had joined hands with Lakme Salon for 'My Hair For Cancer' initiative in association with Richfeel.
	Launching on World Cancer Day, 4th of February, customers will be able to pledge their hair for donation at a Lakme Salon in Mumbai.
	"As a small step in our hectic lives, ...

Sanjay Dutt biopic in safe hands: Priya Dutt

Hollywood icon Angelina Jolie has slammed President Donald Trump's controversial immigration ban on seven Muslim-majority countries, saying that shutting the door on refugees or discriminating among them will not make America safer.
	A special envoy for the United Nations High Commissioner of Refugees since 2012, Jolie, in an editorial in the New York Times, said refugee policy should be based on facts not fear as such people are "men, women and children caught in the fury of war" and are a victim of terrorism themselves.
	Without naming Trump, Jolie said the new decision has been met with shock by US' friends around the world.
	While accepting that there was a need to secure the borders considering the threat from terrorism, Jolie said it should not be done at the cost of vulnerable people.
	"Every government must balance the needs of its citizens with its international responsibilities. But our response must be measured and should be based on facts, not fear," said the ...

Jolie slams Trump's controversial immigration ban

Actor Varun Dhawan feels his co-star Alia Bhatt will be a good daughter-in-law whenever she gets married as she cares for elders.
	After sharing onscreen chemistry in "Student of the Year" and "Humpty Sharma Ki Dhulania", Varun and Alia will soon be back with "Badrinath Ki Dulhania".
	"I think Alia will be a good daughter-in-law as she is good with parents... Will manage the whole family," Varun told reporters at the trailer launch of "Badrinath Ki Dulhania".
	To this, Alia jokingly asked Varun, "What about my husband? Will I make for a good wife."
	Varun then said in a lighter vein, "I can't say."
	The "Udta Punjab" actress earlier played the role of a bride twice on screen in "2 States" and "Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania", and she enjoys playing the character.
	"This is third time I am playing 'dulhania' (bride) on screen... I think dulhania is going with my spirit... That's me. Alia equals to dulhania," she said.
	The trailer of "Badrinath Ki Dulhania" shows the "Student of the Year" ..

Varun feels Alia will be a good daughter-in-law

Her career defining role was 1992 Mani Ratnam film "Roja" and actress Madhoo, who has starred in a number of Hindi, Tamil and Telegu films, says she is waiting in hope to get good projects again.
	The 44-year-old actress' last Hindi project was a supporting role in Amrita Rao-Tusshar Kapoor's "Love U...Mr Kalakaar!". In 2016, she was seen in Telugu film "Nannaku Prematho".
	Madhoo says since her two daughters are grown up now, she has the time to concentrate on work.
	"I got married. I have two daughters and they are grown up. It gives me time to work and I am hoping I will get great work again. And while I am doing all that waiting and hoping, I am leading a great life," Madhoo told PTI.
	When asked if there will ever be a film like "Roja" again coming her way, the actress, who was attending the Lakme Fashion Week here, says, "The way I see life in general, I never look at what has been done. I live by what is happening today and keep an eye for tomorrow."
	The actress has recently ..

Hoping and waiting to get good work again: Madhoo

Director Sudhir Mishra says his upcoming film "Daasdev" is not just another contemporary adaptation of Saratchandra Chattopadhhyay's classic but a fiercely political film that talks about the protagonist's addiction to power.
	"In the classic tale, Devdas was an addict. But we elaborated on that and used the term as a metaphor to equate it with the addiction to power in a broader sense," the director told PTI on the sidelines of the Kolkata Literature Festival.
	The film features Richa Chaddha, Aditi Rao Hydari and Rahul Bhat of "Ugly" fame in lead roles.
	At the inaugural session of Kolkata Literature Festival being held in the Kolkata Book Fair, Mishra recalled how he was initiated to the films of Ritwik Ghatak, Mrinal Sen and Satyajit Ray among others in his childhood.
	He said he first watched Ghatak's "Meghe Dhaka Tara" at the age of 4 and the film stayed with him till this date.
	"The woman's character in 'Meghe Dhaka Tara' struck me, more particularly the line 'Dada Ami Banchte 

Daasdev belongs to my genre of political cinema: Sudhir Mishra

Rajesh Pratap Singh, Abraham & Thakore label and Aneeth Arora joined forces to present a collective 'Sustainable Man show' to end Day Two at Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2017.
	While Singh and David Abraham and Rakesh Thakore are known for their menswear, Arora, who designs for women for her label 'Pero' turned to dressing up the man this time.
 	For his show, Singh's prime focus was on khadi and old denim, along with fibres and yarns cleverly created from recycled plastic bottles and salvaged garments. He also added hand woven ikat, hand embroidery.
	Highlighting the actual concept of sustainable fashion Rajesh presented a collage of his past and present work. He creatively upcycled and reused, unsold, rejected, merchandise from his collections and turned them into a new avatar of style.
 	Some of the men's wear was designed from old recycled indigo clothing; while the hand woven ikat was cleverly made using pet bottle wastes.
 	Abraham and Thakore's men's wear collection was ...

Designers come together for 'The Sustainable Man' show

Bollywood playback singer Aditya Narayan, who rose to fame with his track "Tattad Tattad" from the movie "Ram-Leela", says he wants to sing for actor Hrithik Roshan as that will be like his "childhood dream come true."
	Aditya, 29, whose father Udit Narayan has sung so many hit songs for Hrithik in films like "Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai", "Lakshya", "Mujhse Dosti Karoge!", "Krrish" and many more, now wants the 43-year-old actor to give him the opportunity.
	Praising Hrithik's performance in his recently released "Kaabil", Aditya tweeted, "Watch #Kaabil now! @iHrithik is phenomenal. One of the few actors who isn't afraid to take risks with each film and every character. Respect!"
	To which Hrithik replied, "Thank u Aditya. Hope you are good!"
	Taking the conversation forward, Aditya expressed his wish to sing for the actor, "I'm great, thank you sir. Papa has sung such amazing songs for you. Please consider me too. It will be a childhood dream come true."
	And Hrithik tweeted back ...

Singing for Hrithik is my childhood dream: Aditya Narayan

Actors Sidharth Malhotra and Jacqueline Fernandez have wrapped up the shoot of their upcoming movie "Reload".
	Sidharth, 32, took to social media to share the news by posting a group photograph of his film's crew.
	"It's a wrap! Thank you #RELOAD team for making this experience fun and positive, big love," Sidharth captioned the picture.
	Jacqueline also tweeted, "It's a wrap."
	Directed by Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D K, the film is set to release on August 25 this year.
	It was previously reported that the film is a sequel to 2014 Hrithik Roshan-Katrina Kaif's "Bang Bang". However, Sidharth, along with his directors, refuted the reports.

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