Actress Millie Bobby Brown apparently has a new man in her life and it is none other than the SAG-AFTRA statuette that she received as a member of the winning ensemble cast for "Stranger Things".
	Showing off the solid bronze trophy, she has named "Jeff", that stands 16 inches tall and weighs over 5 kg, the 12-year-old actress celebrated her team's victory by sharing a selfie video from inside her car, reported People magazine.
	"Okay everyone, we just won a SAG award for best ensemble in a drama series! I am so grateful, thank you everyone and meet Jeff," Brown said in the video.
	The young artist also got emotional after her co-star David Harbour's impassioned acceptance speech.

Millie Bobby Brown calls SAG trophy her new beau

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Actress Viola Davis has said that African-American actors have worked hard to be nominated at the Academy Awards and it is not a response to last year's #OscarSoWhite backlash.
	The 51-year-old, who won Screen Actors Guild Award for outstanding supporting actress for "Fences", said that such actors have made a mark for themselves with their work, not because of their colour, reported Variety.
	"There's a lot of typecasting - age, sex, colour, dark-skinned, light-skinned. Response to OscarSoWhite? No. I think that every nominee from Naomie Harris to Octavia Spencer to 'Hidden Figures' to 'Fences' to 'Moonlight' to Mahershala Ali are up there because they deserve to be there.
	"They're not there because of the colour of their skin. They put in the work. So the answer to that is no," the
	With the Oscars season coming up soon, Viola added that it is important diversity is discussed at the awards, than inclusion as art must reflect our life.

African-Americans deserve nomination at Oscars: Viola Davis

Actress Lily Tomlin has likened the political tactics of Donald Trump to those employed in Nazi Germany during the Screen Actors Guild Awards ceremony.
	While other actors did not call out the President by name in their criticism of his administration, Tomlin did so directly, reported Variety.
	"Any activist should really talk about how to mount some kind of legislation against whatever it is that they are opposed to," Tomlin said when asked about the role that celebrities play when advocating for or against social and political issues.
	"You've got to change the laws, just like he's changing, Trump is changing the laws now. He's trying to change the laws. You know, my mind is going too fast. I wanna think about the fact that, you know, I don't wanna make this comparison, I'm not making it any way, but the Nazis, they changed the laws if they didn't agree with them. They just changed them and they could do whatever they wanted."
	Tomlin added, "We need to be vigilant and we need to ...

Lily Tomlin likens Donald Trump's tactics to those of Nazis

They were constantly at loggerheadson the just concluded reality show "Bigg Boss" but Bani Judge believes it is not "difficult" to be friends with Lopamudra Raut and there is scope for patch up in future.
	While Bani came second, the model bagged the third spot on the show that ended last night.
	When asked if it's difficult to be friends with Raut after the show, Bani told PTI, "I won't says it's difficult, but it's a little early right now. I feel if we had to work on a show together, like we were on the same team couple of times during the jury thing (on the show), we did a good job of supporting each other in a positive way."
	The popular VJ says she can't keep grudges against anyone and instead, prefers to move on.
	"It depends on the scenario. We were put in such competitive situations, so I think there were some differences that were made. It was just bad timing. But you can expect good things in the future, you can't keep grudges, you have to move on, let it go," she ...

Can't keep grudges, have to move on: Bani on Lopamudra

What was once a bus stand has been transformed into a 'book exchange counter', with the aim to create awareness about the benefits of reading at the Brahmaputra Literary Festival here, that comes to a close today.
	The bus stop-turned-stall, that bears a banner reading 'The world belongs to those who read books', is not a conventional book shop but more of an exchange counter named, 'My Bookstore... Bring a book, Take a book'.
	"Since local buses remain the major mode of public transportation in the city, we thought this idea can have some impact on people and draw their attention towards reading books," Anoop Khanna, the store owner said.
	The stall is adorned with messages by bibliophiles expressing their love for reading.
	One such message read, "I love books because they never ditch me. They are always there for me whenever I need them."
	In a reference to Valentine's Day that is merely a fortnight away, another message read, "I never get bored of dating books. And what can be a ..

A book for a book: Bus stop turns book exchange counter

Her absence from the big screen despite a promising start with her memorable performance in "Dum Laga Ke Haisha" surprised everyone but Bhumi Pednekar says "the gap" was well planned.
	The 27-year-old actress is back in the ring with two interesting projects. She will soon be seen in Akshay Kumar- starrer "Toilet: Ek Prem Katha" and "Shubh Mangal Saavdhan" with former co-star Ayushmann Khurrana,
	Bhumi had to gain kilos to play Sandhya in her debut project and the actress says she had to get back to her normal self before signing on something new.
	"The gap between my films didn't bother me. There was always a plan that I will take at least eight months to shed the kilos I gained for 'Dum Laga Ke Haisha'. I was busy getting back to being Bhumi," she told PTI.
	The actress says the difference between her first and second film was never a problem for her and as she was busy enjoying the fame she gained after her debut.
	"Nothing changed drastically in my life due to that gap as in any ..

Gap between my films didn't bother me: Bhumi Pednekar

Singer Rihanna and rapper Azealia Banks got into a tussle on social media after an immigration ban was called by US President Donald Trump.
	It all began when Rihanna expressed her opinion on the Republican's recent policy on barring refugees from entering the US, reported AceShowbiz.
	The 28-year-old "Work" songstress took to Twitter to bash Trump and wrote, "Disgusted! The news is devastating! America is being ruined right before our eyes! What an immoral ... You have to be to implement such ..!!"
	To this Banks, who is a self-professed Trump supporter, took on Rihanna by tweeting back, "No. This is all stupid and wrong. Is she even American??? Can she even vote???"
	The rapper then took to Instagram and wrote a post, "As far as Rihanna (who isn't a citizen and can't vote) and all the rest celebrities who are using their influence to stir the public, you lot really REALLY need to shut up and sit down. Stop chastising the president."
	Rihanna came back with a reply as she posted a ...

Rihanna, Azealia Banks spar over Trump's immigration ban

"Kahaani" director Sujoy Ghosh says he still can't figure out why one of his films had flopped badly while another became a runaway success.
	"I still don't know why one of my films has been a gigantic flop and the other is successful. Each film is like a painting and every time you make a start, you ever know the end story," Sujoy said.
	His 2012 film "Kahaani", starring Vidya Balan, had been hugely successful, but "Kahaani 2" with the same heroine, did not meet with similar box office success.
	The director, however, did not allude to any particular film while addressing an audience last night during a session at the Tata Steel Kolkata Literary Meet.
	Sujoy, whose 14-minute short film "Ahalya" (2015) had been one of the most watched films on digital world, said people discussing the film keeps it alive.
	"We restricted ourselves to closer shots for 'Ahalya' for it has to be viewed on tab, mobile, laptops unlike big screen. Also for big screen sound has lot more variations and on ...

I don't know why my films became hit or bombed: Sujoy Ghosh

Legendary classical music vocalist Pandit Jasraj, who recently turned 87, is not adding more wrinkles by worrying about the "future of classical music", as he feels that the genre is in "safe hands" with talented youngsters taking the tradition forward.
 	"Our young generation is immensely talented. They know what they are doing. In fact, we are the ones to be blamed for not understanding their far reaching vision until now.
 	"So, yes the future of classical music is in safe hands. And there is no need to be worried about it," the Padma Vibhushan awardee told PTI.
 	A strong proponent of "technology", the musician feels technology has helped expand the realms of Indian classical music.
 	"Those who are against technology simply don't understand it. Thanks to technology the reach of Indian classical music has multiplied several times now.
 	"Leave alone India, the fan-following of classical music has gone up worldwide. I keep hearing about people sitting here in India teaching ...

Future of classical music in safe hands: Pandit Jasraj

Supermodels Gigi and Bella Hadid were spotted protesting against US President Donald Trump's immigration ban here.
	The sisters marched to register their disapproval against Trump administration's controversial policies, including banning the entry of refugees in the United States in the #NoBanNoWall protest, reported New York Post.
	Daughters of Mohamed Hadid, who is Jordanian-American, Muslim and of Palestinian descent, were seen hitting the Battery Park while sloganeering to, "No hate, no fear, immigrants are welcome here."
	The sisters marched with a board which read the message, "We are all Hindus, Buddhists, Muslims, Atheists, Christians, Jews."
	Earlier, Gigi, 21, had taken to Twitter to support the Women's March in Washington.

Gigi, Bella Hadid rally against Donald Trump

Iranian director Asghar Farhadi, whose film "The Salesman" is nominated for the foreign language film Oscar, has said that he will not attend the Oscars even if exceptions are made to allow him entry to the US.
	This comes after President Donald Trump signed the executive order on 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: Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen.
	"I regret to announce via this statement that I have decided to not attend the Academy Awards Ceremony alongside my fellow members of the cinematic community," Farhadi said in a statement according to Variety.
	While he had originally considered attending, the director said the uncertainty around him getting a visa is in no way acceptable to him even if exceptions were for his trip.
	"To humiliate one nation with the pretext of guarding the security of another is .

I have decided not to attend the Oscars: Asghar Farhadi

"The Big Bang Theory" star Simon Helberg and his wife Jocelyn Towne have slammed US President Donald Trump's immigration ban at the 23rd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards.
	While Simon held up a sign that carried the message "Refugees welcome", Jocelyn wrote "Let them in" across her chest to mark their silent protest, reported E! online.
	The couple posed for the shutterbugs at the SAG Awards red carpet and to send across a message to the Trump administration's new policy of banning refugees from entering the US.
	Simon and Jocelyn was the first ones to protest against the ban at the prestigious awards ceremony.

Simon Helberg, wife slam Trump's immigration ban at SAG Awards

An Untitled oil on canvas painting by Vasudeo S Gaitonde, one of India's foremost abstract painters, is the most expensive Indian artwork to be sold since 1965 by fetching a whopping USD 4,415,008 (Rs 29.3), according to a list by Artery India.
	An Indian art market intelligence firm, the company has come out with 'Artery Top 500 Works', featuring the 500 most expensive Indian works of art which have been sold so far. Their collective realised price is Rs USD 367.9 million (1,936.6 crores).
	Topped by Gaitonde's work which was sold at an auction for USD 4,415,008 at an auction by Christie's (Mumbai) in December last year, the list consists of a total of 32 artists out of which, 17 are Modernists, 5 are Pre-Modernists, and 10 are Contemporaries.
	"We have a thorough and exhaustive sales archive, spanning over five decades that offers unparalleled insight and market intelligence - this knowledge bank forms a significant component of our advisory stance and the direction offered to our ..

Gaitonde painting costliest Indian artwork to be ever sold

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has attacked online bullies in an emotional Facebook post, saying he has "zero political affiliation" but does not see anything wrong in posing questions to the government.
	Kashyap is one of the most vocal celebrities and recently he came out in support of Sanjay Leela Bhansali after the director was attacked by a fringe Rajput group on the set of "Padmavati" in Jaipur.
	In a Facebook post, the 44-year-old helmer wrote that he has always taken stand for issues he strongly believes in and he will continue to raise his voice for what he feels is right.
	"It does not matter what you say or do, attack me physically or verbally, I will voice what I feel. You mobs don't scare me, my voice will always rise over your screaming and shouting, I embrace my truth and I do not fear accusations," Kashyap wrote.
	The "Raman Raghav 2.0" director said such factions who employ violence to express their disapproval have no entitlement to the work which he does.
	"I will succeed 

You mobs don't scare me: Anurag Kashyap to online trolls

Actor Antonio Banderas was taken to hospital near his home in Surrey after he suffered from chest pain.
	The 56-year-old star was working out when he suddenly experienced agonizing pains in his chest, reported Mirror.
	According to multiple reports, the doctors kept the actor under observation but decided to release him after being satisfied he was safe to go home.
	Banderas, who is now recovering, later confirmed that he had an "episode."
	He also praised the medics who helped him during his health crisis.
	The actor moved to Britain two years ago and lives in a 2.4 million euro mansion in Cobham.

Banderas rushed to hospital after suffering heart scare

Soha Ali Khan will come out with her debut book this year which will be a collection of humorous, and sometimes bizarre, stories on her life as a royal princess and a 'moderately famous' celebrity, as she likes to call herself.
	In a statement, Penguin India said it will publish Soha's debut book "The Perils of Being Moderately Famous".
	"If I had a dollar for every person who told me to write a book, I would have umm...Six dollars. I do love to read and I do that quite well (510 words a minute), so it can't be much harder to write, right? I also have some time on my hands, as most actors often do (stop sniggering).
	"I can use this time creatively to pen down memories, some insights from what surely must be a life less ordinary. I am a princess (her official title is Nawabzadi Soha Ali Khan of Pataudi and Bhopal) after all," she says.
	But she has a "word of caution".
	"If you are hoping I will reveal the secret behind Kareena's glowing complexion or how Bhai (Saif) trains for an ...

Soha Ali Khan turns writer

Indian actress Priyanka Chopra, who has been turning heads on the red carpet with her elegant choice of outfits, has made it to the list of Harper's Bazaar's 150 most fashionable women.
	The 34-year-old "Quantico" star features on the list under the section of "New Guard".
	"Thx u @harpersbazaarus for including me as one of ur 150 Most Fashionable Women, among such an extraordinary group!" Priyanka posted on Twitter alongside the link to the list.
	Other stars on the list include Brie Larson, Dakota Johnson, Emilia Clarke, Margot Robbie, Gal Gadot, Dakota Fanning and Elle Fanning.

Priyanka Chopra among 150 most fashionable women

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan's "Raees" and Hrithik Roshan-starrer "Kaabil" have continued to draw sizeable audience to the theatres since its release last Wednesday with both the films setting the box office cash registers ringing.
	"Raees" and "Kaabil" were touted as one the biggest box office battles of 2017, but the makers are relieved that both the films are doing well commercially.
	"Till now both films are doing well. 'Raees' has earned approximately Rs 90-92 crore while 'Kaabil' did business of Rs 69-70 crore. As the weekend is over, today onwards content will speak more," distributor Akshay Rathi told PTI.
	"Considering 'Raees' has more screens, the film has gained both in single screen theatres and multiplexes. 'Kaabil' is giving a tough fight as the word of mouth for the film is positive," he said.
	Reportedly Raees" has opened in 3200 screens while "Kaabil" opened in 2200 screens.
	""Raees" still has more screen space as compared to "Kaabil". The SRK-starrer has earned Rs 90-92 

'Raees', 'Kaabil' continue to take box office by storm

The teaser of Varun Dhawan-Alia Bhatt starrer "Badrinath Ki Dulhania" has been released.
	Along with the teaser, the first poster of the second film of the "Dulhania" franchise was also revealed today.
	The male lead, Varun took to Twitter to release the first look of his upcoming film.
	"Hum hain Badrinath Bansal... Aur yeh hai #BadriKaTeaser," wrote Varun.
	In the teaser, Varun Dhawan introduces himself as Badrinath Bansal, AKA Badri.
	He is seen getting his proposal pictures clicked at a studio, alongside the cut-outs of actresses Kareena Kapoor Khan and Deepika Padukone.
	Co-star Alia Bhatt too shared the first look on Twitter.
	"Badrinath Bansal being his usual funny adorable self!!!! http://bit.Ly/BadriKaTeaser  #BadrinathKiDulhania #BadriKaTeaser @Varun_dvn," Alia wrote.
	Earlier today, the actor had revealed the first poster of the film, "1st poster #BadrinathKiDulhania @karanjohar @aliaa08 @ShashankKhaitan #BadriKaTeaser at 11am!"
	Producer of the film Karan Johar too shared .

Varun, Alia unveil 'Badrinath Ki Dulhania' teaser

After starring in "Grey's Anatomy" for 13 years, actress Ellen Pompeo is finally following in the footsteps of several of her co-stars by directing an episode of the ABC medical drama.
	Pompeo, who has toplined the Shonda Rhimes soap as Dr Meredith Grey for more than 280 episodes, will step behind the camera for the first time in February.
	The episode will air later this year as part of "Grey's Anatomy" 13th season. An airdate has yet to be determined, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
	The Grey's episode not only marks Pompeo's first time helming the series in which she stars, but it's also her first time directing ever.
	Pompeo joins fellow Grey's co-stars Kevin McKidd (Owen) and Chandra Wilson (Bailey), who each directed multiple episodes of the drama from Rhimes and Shondaland partner Betsy Beers.
	Grey's executive producer and recurring star Debbie Allen (Catherine) also has been a frequent director as well, as has Tom Verica, who has frequently pulled double duty helming ...

Ellen Pompeo to make directorial debut

"Manchester by the Sea", which was leading the nomination pack at the 23rd Screen Actors Guild Awards with four nods, went home empty-handed, failing to win in any category it was nominated in.
	The film's male lead Casey Affleck lost the best actor award to "Fences" star Denzel Washington, something that surprised even the veteran actor, who admitted onstage that he was sure his young rival would win.
	Affleck won the Golden Globe for best actor in a drama motion picture and also won a Critics Choice award and numerous other accolades from awards groups and critics associations. He is also nominated for best actor at this year's Academy Awards.
	Other movies, which were shut out at this year's awards ceremony were two-time nominees "Captain Fantastic", "Florence Foster Jenkins" and "Lion."
	 Both "Fences" and "Moonlight" went into the ceremony with three nominations each. "Fences" won two awards (for stars Denzel Washington and Viola Davis) while "Moonlight" only won one, a ...

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