Action star Vin Diesel says veteran actress Helen Mirren threatened to beat him up if he did not offer her a role in the upcoming "Fast & Furious" movie.
	The 49-year-old actor has quipped that Mirren would have done anything to get a role in the popular film franchise, reported Female First.
	"...All these Oscar-winning actors have wanted to join the cast and be part of the mythology. Charlize Theron is in it. Helen Mirren, the wonderful and amazing Helen Mirren, accosted me at a Golden Globes party and basically threatened to beat me up if she wasn't going to be in one.
	"Having these actors on the films was adding another element and dimension to what some might write off as just another action movie," Diesel said.
	It comes after Mirren said she was "very nervous" about starring in "Fast and Furious 8".

Mirren threatened to beat Diesel for 'Fast &Furious' role

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Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds says his wife Blake Lively brings him out from the moments of stress.
	The "Deadpool" star, who is nominated in the best actor, musical or comedy category at Golden Globes 2017, said he almost had a nervous breakdown close to the premiere of the Marvel movie, reported Variety.
	"By the time we were in (post-production), we'd been to Comic-Con, and people went crazy for it. The expectations were eating me alive. Blake helped me through that. I'm lucky to have her around just to keep me sane," Reynolds said.
	The star also opened up about his struggle with anxiety.
	"I have three older brothers. Our father was tough. He wasn't easy on anyone. And he wasn't easy on himself. I think the anxiety might have started there, trying to find ways to control others by trying to control myself. At the time, I never recognised that. I was just a twitchy kid," he said.

Blake Lively keeps me sane: Ryan Reynolds

Chris Pratt started out by selling coupons but believes his stint with the job made him a better actor as it taught him to deal with rejection.
	The "Passengers" actor feels everything was perfectly planned for his success in films, reported E!online.
	"I was selling coupons for things like oil changes or trips to a spa. I was great at that. That's why I believe in God and the divine. I feel like it was perfectly planned. People talk about rejection in Hollywood. I'm like, 'You're outta your mind. Did you ever have someone sic their dog on you at an audition?'
	"Once you get smart about auditioning, you learn to audition before they say 'Action'. You walk into the room as the character. You let them think the person you are is close to the character they want. You make them think you already are that guy," Pratt, 37, said.
	The actor also praised his big brother Dan for being "super-supportive".
	"He was hands down the best big brother anyone could ask for, super-supportive and always 

My career was perfectly planned: Chris Pratt

Hollywood star Johnny Depp has claimed that Amber Heard is making a "blatant attempt to extend her 15 minutes of fame" through their divorce.
	In the documents in which the actress filed a Request for Order motion she claims that Depp has not lived to to his "obligations to me under the (settlement), including payments, allowing me to retrieve my personal property, transferring title of a vehicle to me and meeting regarding division of the furniture and furnishings in the residential units we occupied," reported E! online.
	Heard, 30, also denies Depp's request for USD 100,000 in court sanctions and is now seeking more money in the settlement to account for the additional attorney's fees and costs associated with her request.
	The 53-year-old star's team responded on December 30, claiming the actress is only using the divorce to seek more fame.
	"Her request is entirely unnecessary under the law and suggests a last-ditch effort to garner media attention and somehow further her public .

Depp claims Amber Heard seeking more fame through divorce

Singer Janet Jackson and husband Wissam Al Mana have welcomed their first child, a baby boy.
	The couple welcomed their little bundle of joy on Tuesday, January 3 and named him, Eissa Al Manna, reported People magazine.
	"Janet Jackson and husband Wissam Al Mana are thrilled to welcome their new son Eissa Al Mana into the world. Janet had a stress-free healthy delivery and is resting comfortably," a representative for the singer, 50, said in a statement.
	The Grammy-winning singer married Qatari businessman Al Mana in 2012, and news of their first child's impending arrival was reported in May.

Janet Jackson gives birth to first child with Wissam Al Mana

Actress Meg Ryan is set to make a move to television with her first major role on small screen in 30 years.
	The "When Harry Met Sally" star has signed on to lead a comedy being eyed by entertainment network Epix, reported Deadline.
	The half-hour series, written by Brad Hall, will be a TV adaptation of his short film "Picture Paris," taking the same title. The short that starred Julia Louis-Dreyfus.
	The story will focus on a suburban empty-nester, who heads to Paris with her husband, only to find the trip is not quite the dream she anticipated.
	Hall will write and direct the project which is being fast-tracked for a straight-to-series order.

Meg Ryan signs first major TV role in 30 years

Filmmaker Jerry Bruckheimer is set to produce science-fiction film "Origin" with Joachim Ronning attached to direct.
	Paramount Pictures is developing the project and Joachim will also write the script with his brother Andreas Ronning, reported Variety.
	Bruckheimer, who has produced all five "Pirates of the Caribbean" movies, will produce "Origin" through his Paramount-based Jerry Bruckheimer Films company.
	The details about the project are being kept under wraps.

Jerry Bruckheimer developing sci-fi movie 'Origin'

Actor Woody Harrelson is in negotiations to star as Han Solo's mentor in the "Star Wars" spin-off.
	While talks are still in the early stages, Harrelson is the top choice to play the role in the upcoming film starring Alden Ehrenreich in the lead role, reported Variety.
	Donald Glover and Emilia Clarke also star, with Phil Lord and Chris Miller attach to direct.
	The movie will be set prior to "Star Wars: A New Hope," like the recently released standalone project, "Rogue One".
	Kathleen Kennedy and Allison Shearmur are producing the film, which is expected to begin production in January.
	The movie is slated to hit theaters on May 25, 2018.

Woody Harrelson in talks to star in 'Star Wars' Han Solo movie

Actor Ben Affleck says he made a lot of mistakes in the initial years of his success.
	The "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice" star said becoming famous at a young age made things very tough for him, reported Female First.
	"I'd always had a strong idea about my values and the direction I wanted to be headed in, then I ran into getting famous and it totally spun me around and I flailed around for a few years. When you're a young man in your 20s, part of that is making mistakes and learning from them.
	"I just made those in front of everybody, rather than privately. There's stuff I look back on and kind of cringe at but I always tried to treat other people well. My parents imbued that in me and the mistakes I made were mostly just of the embarrassing kind," Affleck said.
	The 44-year-old star, who has Violet, 11, Seraphina, seven, and Samuel, four, with his estranged wife Jennifer Garner, does not want his children to experience the same and hopes he can help them grow up outside of ..

Ben Affleck's struggle with fame

Actress Natalie Portman says she would like to return to the Marvel cinematic universe some day.
	The 35-year-old actress may not be reprising her role as Thor's love interest, scientist Jane Foster in "Thor: Ragnarok," but she insists that does not mean the character is being retired forever, reported Deadline.
	"Well hopefully one day I figure it out!It is really an incredible thing to get to be part of. As an actor it is like a completely different scale. Because when you are making those movies you are working with so much blue screen and so much fantasy, your imagination has to be so much larger.
	"It is really challenging for me that and I don't feel like I have gotten it yet. I don't feel like I have understood it yet. It is something that I'm fascinated by, because I'm really challenged by it more than anything almost," Portman said.
	The star said she enjoys the experience because she needs to use her imagination so much so that it almost feels like she has returned to ...

Natalie Portman hoping for Marvel comeback

"Baywatch" star Pamela Anderson wishes to relocate to Europe.
	The model says she has more friends in the UK and France than in California, where she currently resides, reported Female First.
	"I'm looking for an apartment to rent in London or in Paris. I have more friends there than in LA.
	"I'd like to end up somewhere in Europe. Dancing on chequered tables or on a boat sailing around the world..." Anderson said.
	The 49-year-old star is also keen to spend some time in Africa.
	"I'm at a crossroads. I have big dreams. There are so many places to see. I've never been to Africa and I want to help elephants and rhinos so I could see myself living there," she said.

Pamela Anderson wants to move to Europe

Singer Gary Barlow has slammed music mogul Simon Cowell for "waving a contract" at talent show contestants and not promising success.
	The 45-year-old "Take That" singer is currently gearing up to start his own UK talent show 'Let It Shine,' which aims to find five singers who will form a Take That tribute act and will star in a musical in London's West End, reported Mirror.
	"This is for a job, it is not someone waving a contract. The record business is very hard now I can't even predict what is going to be successful or not.
	"But with this I was able to sit there and say the reason you are here today is a job. We are going to give you an opportunity to play around the UK eight shows a week. By the end of the year I hope these will be the start of careers of years to come," Barlow said.
	The dig comes after it was reported that Cowell, 57, was considering taking legal action against the "Rule the World" singer if the format is too similar to "The X Factor".

Barlow hits out at Cowell for 'waving a contract' at musicians

Actress Samantha Womack is thoroughly enjoying her free time after her emotional "EastEnders" exit.
	The 44-year-old actress bowed out from the soap after almost 10 years when her and co-star Rita Simons' characters, sisters Ronnie and Roxy Mitchell, drowned in shocking scenes on New Year's Day.
	The actress enjoyed the day with "Loose Women" panelist Stacey Solomon.
	"Started my day off at @champneys with a....... Swim in the pool!Pleased to announce I am now enjoying breakfast. Thank you champneys Tring x
	"@champneys @StaceySolomon Thank you for being my Spa partner (sic)" Womack tweeted.
	Though Stacey enjoyed spending time with her pal, she was not happy about her exit from Walford.
	"I (heart) u! Had the best @champneys with u! But cried my eyes out last night watching @bbceastenders that was not the happy ending I wanted!(sic)" she replied.

Samantha Womack's spa outing post 'East Enders' exit

Akshay Kumar is set to come up with four films this year, but the actor says doing so many projects does not make him a superhero.
	The 49-year-old "Rustom" star said his only aim is to be a good hero and work as much as possible.
	"I am trying to be a hero and not a superhero. There are lot of superheroes in the industry but I am just trying to be a hero. I am only trying to work," Akshay said at an event here when asked if he feels like a superhero as he is able deliver so many successful films in one year.
	"It's up to you to tell me. I can't say whether I am for all seasons or not. I bring releases every season," he added.
	Akshay is the new brand ambassador of Tata Motors and the company launched its first product of the year Tata Xenon Yodha today.
	The "Airlift"  star revealed that the first car he bought was for Rs 28,000 and he drove to Shirdi in Maharashtra.

I am not a superhero: Akshay Kumar

Actor Aamir Khan, whose latest release "Dangal" is shattering box office records, today said that success of his endeavour to make Maharashtra drought free will give him more satisfaction.
	"Just like I am nervous and tense before the release of my films, I am anxious about the second edition of Satyamev Jayate Water Cup organised by our Paani foundation," Aamir told reporters here at the launch of the second edition of the 'Satyamev Jayate Water Cup.
	"We are reaching out to 30 talukas in 13 districts. If the project works well and we contribute to make Maharashtra drought free, that will give me more satisfaction than the success of my films," said the 51-year-old star.
	He said last year the competition was among 116 villages in three talukas and now 30 talukas in 13 districts are being covered.
	"It gives me satisfaction that we have been able to inspire confidence among the villagers that they can overcome water crisis. The idea of Paani Foundation came during my interaction with 

Making Maha drought free will give me more satisfaction: Aamir

Filmmaker Kiran Rao has turned a new leaf by singing a Marathi song for her actor-husband Aamir Khan's Satyamev Jayate Water Cup's second edition.
	The special music video has been shot by "Sairat" director Nagraj Manjule, while Ajay-Atul has composed the song.
	Kiran quipped that she was made to sing the song on her husband's "diktat" but said the experience was fun-filled.
	"I was made to sing the song on my husband's diktat. I had fun working with Ajay-Atul and Nagraj. I was nervous in the studio but Ajay and Atul encouraged me to sing," Kiran told reporters here.
	The filmmaker said it was her dream to work with the "Sairat" director.
	"It was my dream to work with Nagraj. In an interview too I was asked is there any director I want to work with and I said Nagraj. My dream came true so I have to thank my husband."
	To which, Aamir, 51, replied, "I always felt Kiran sings really well. She sits in the balcony in evening and sings for me so I thought everyone should listen to her ...

Aamir Khan makes wife Kiran Rao sing in Marathi

Superstar Aamir Khan has condemned the New Year Eve molestation incident in Bengaluru, terming it as extremely shameful and saddening.
	New Year revelry turned into a nightmare for several women who were allegedly molested despite huge police presence at a large gathering on December 31 at Bengaluru's downtown region, sparking widespread outrage.
	"What happened in Bangalore was very sad. We all are saddened and feel ashamed when something like this happens in our country. Every state government should take a step for this,"  Aamir told reporters here.
	The 51-year-old actor feels it is high time the law and order "becomes strong and works rapidly" to set an example.
	"You see in America, if an incident like this happens, within two-three months the guilty person is punished and the case is closed. When this happens, I feel there will be a big change."
	Aamir says it is important to punish the culprits so that a strong message is sent across.
	"In today's age, people who misbehave ...

Bengaluru molestation incident shameful, says Aamir Khan

Akshay Kumar is set to star in a yet untitled film to be produced by superstar Salman Khan and filmmaker Karan Johar, and the actor wishes the trend of A-listers coming together for a project grows in Bollywood.
	Last evening Akshay, Salman and Karan took to Twitter to announce their collaboration to be directed by Anurag Singh.
	"It's something new for this industry it happens in Hollywood where an A-list actor signs another A-list actor for his production. It's something new for us. I hope it becomes a trend in the industry," Akshay said at an event here.
	The 49-year-old star, however did not share any further details about the movie slated to release in 2018.
	"I can't say anything as I my contract will get cancelled," he added.
	While Akshay and Salman have co-starred in "Jaaneman" and "Mujhse Shaadi Karogi", both of them have worked with Karan in "Brothers" and "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" respectively.

Hope trend of A-listers collaborating grows in India: Akshay

Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia today announced that Aamir Khan-starrer 'Dangal' would be tax free in the national capital.
	Announcing the government's decision, Sisodia, who also heads the Entertainment department, said that they have issued an order in this regard.
	The Deputy Chief Minister also said that it is an "inspiring movie" to promote sports-spirit.
	"Dangal movie would be tax free in Delhi cinemas. Orders issued. It's an inspiring movie to promote sports-spirit by @aamir_khan (sic)," Sisodia tweeted.
	Delhi's neighbouring states - Haryana and Uttar Pradesh - recently made the Aamir Khan's wrestling movie tax free.
	The film, based on the life of wrestler Mahavir Singh Phogat and directed by Nitesh Tiwari, released in the theatres on December 23.

'Dangal' tax free in Delhi

The West Bengal Film Journalists Association will host "Cinema Convocation" where awards would be presented to the best in Bengali cinema under various categories.
	The convocation will honour best in film, direction, script writing, actor (male-female), character actor, music, lyrics, cinematography, sound designing for 2016, veteran film critic and one of WBFJA founder-members Nirmal Dhar said at a press meet this evening.
	"This is the first cinema convocation in the region to be attended by a host of personalities from the film world on January 8," Dhar said.
	Actor-MP Dev, actor Prosenjit Chatterjee, directors Srijit Mukherjee, Shiboprosad Mukhopadhyay, Kamaleswar Mukherjee and others have said that the initiative by the film journalists would give boost to the Bengali showbiz industry.
	Dev was present at the press meet.

WBFJA to host convocation to honour best in Bengali cinema

Screenwriter Salim Khan has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to "immediately" address mass molestation incidents that happened in Bengaluru on the New Year Eve.
	The 81-year-old "Sholay" scribe took to Twitter to express his anguish over the incidents which he termed as "shameful".
	"Honble PM Narendrabhai, you have time and again mentioned that India's youth will drive the country forward. Its a shame what the youth have done in Bengaluru. Such acts are happening repeatedly all over. We were also young once but never have such things happened.
	"Narendrabhai the power of the youth is double edged it can go either way. You need to address it immediately @narendramodi @PMOIndia," Khan tweeted.
	The alleged incident happened on Saturday night in and around the junction of Brigade Road and M G Road, where thousands had gathered to herald the New Year.
	As per the eyewitness, women were molested and groped and lewd remarks were also passed by miscreants late night on December 31 in the .

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