With several Bollywood films running into problems with the censor board, filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt says the makers have reached a stage where they are pre-censoring content to avoid any trouble.
	Earlier this year, the Shahid Kapoor-Alia Bhatt starrer "Udta Punjab" locked horns with the CBFC - a matter which was eventually resolved by the High Court asking the board to certify and not censor.
	Recently, even the Katrina Kaif-starrer "Baar Baar Dekho" was suggested cuts by the board.
	The "Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin" director says there are times when a director rules out the possibility of putting his story on screen, fearing the higher authorities will not allow him to do so with freedom.
	"There is a danger of regressive governments and nations. We go through so many instances where today pre-censorship has become a reality," Bhatt told PTI.
	"There are occasions when you stamp out possibility of filming a particular story, or a scene because you fear that the powers that rule you, won't .

Pre-censorship is a reality today: Mahesh Bhatt

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Actor Sushant Singh Rajput has dismissed reports claiming he refused to dance on a reality show, where he went to promote to him upcoming film, saying these things are decided by the movie's production house.
	Sushant will be next seen in the biopic of Indian cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni, titled "MS Dhoni: The Untold Story".
	The 30-year-old actor was recently on the set of celebrity dance show "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa" to promote the film.
	There were reports that Sushant threw tantrums and even asked the show's team to not mention he started his career as a TV actor and was also a contestant on one of its previous seasons.
	Slamming the reports, Sushant tweeted, "I am extremely proud to be an actor irrespective of the medium and also of my past. So stop these bullshit stories.
	"What an actor does on a reality show is decided by the studio for the film. I have worked in theatre, tv and films and I don't differentiate."
	The actor shot to fame after starring on Balaji TV show "Kis Desh .

Sushant slams rumours of throwing tantrums on reality show

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, Karan Johar, Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh among others have poured their heartfelt love on veteran actor Rishi Kapoor as he turned 64 today.
	Bollywood celebrities shared their sweet messages on Twitter along with Kapoor's photos from his old films, wishing him- a very happy birthday.
	Bachchan, who worked with Kapoor in various films like "Amar Akbar Anthony," "Coolie," "Naseeb" and "Ajooba," posted a collage, which had pictures from their movies.
	"Happy Birthday Chintu ji... Love and happiness always... Chintu, we did some great films together!!" he tweeted.
	While director Johar wished him an amazing year ahead.
	"Happy birthday Chintuji... @chintskap... I hope you have a spectacular year!! Lots of love and tremendous respect..."
	Director-choreographer Farah revealed the actor has been her childhood crush.
	"Happy birthday to my childhood crush @chintskap No one can still do a song like you did! Rajesh lehr ko habiba ka salaam (in joke)," she ...

Bollywood wishes love, happiness to Rishi Kapoor on birthday

Australians paid tribute to the memory of "Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin today on the tenth anniversary of the death of the iconic television celebrity and conservationist.
	Irwin, world-famous for his daring stunts with dangerous animals, died on September 4, 2006 after being stabbed in the heart by a giant stingray while filming on the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland.
	As the nation marked Father's Day today, his daughter, Bindi Irwin, who was eight years old when her father died, wrote a tribute on Instagram and Twitter alongside an image of her beaming father carrying her as a baby:
	"You'll be my hero for my entire existence. I love you more than words can describe."
	The 18-year-old, a media star, promotes her father's conservation causes.
	Irwin's close friend and manager John Stainton, who was with Irwin when he died, said it was still "hard to talk about" what happened.
	"It was never a put on, he was larger than life in life," Stainton added, speaking to ABC radio on ...

'Crocodile Hunter' commemorated decade after death

Anurag Kashyap, for a change, is in front of the camera and critics have given his negative role in Sonakshi Sinha-starrer "Akira" a thumbs-up, but the director says he is not keen to act on a regular basis.
	The 43-year-old filmmaker, who has acted in the past as well, enjoyed playing the villainous cop in A R Murugadoss' film. He, however, does not see himself as an actor.
	"I will act only if I get enough money, otherwise I don't have any intention to act. I will do acting only if the role is good or someone gives me obscene amount of money that solves my other problems," Anurag told PTI.
	"I don't want to make a career as an actor. I don't mind acting, but my focus is on my films. To take up more offers, I should have time and when I have time, the story and the role have to be good," he expressed.
	The "Bombay Velvet" helmer previously acted in films like "Black Friday", "No Smoking", "Dev.D", "Gulaal" and "Shagird" among others.
	On the response to this role, Anurag said, "I ...

Don't want to make career as an actor, says Anurag Kashyap

Actress Sunny Leone will walk at the upcoming New York Fashion Week, becoming the first Bollywood star to be at the ramp for the coveted fashion event.
	The 35-year-old "Jism 2" star shared the news on Twitter saying she will walk down the ramp for popular designer Archana Kochhar at the opening show of the extravaganza.
	"So excited! A dream come true... I'm walking New York Fashion Week SS17 for Archana Kochhar Opening Show on the 8th September 2016 @Archana_Kochhar," she tweeted.
	In another post she wrote, "Woohoo!! Dreams really do come true! Thank you @Archana_Kochhar."
	Archana also took to Twitter and showed her excitement.
	"The count down begins ! 8th September #NYFW16 #ArchanaKochhar #NYFW #FTLMODA  #couture #fashionshow," she tweeted.
	The ace designer will showcase her collection called "A tale of two travels", a melange of two capsule collections inspired from Archana's visit in India.

Sunny Leone to walk at New York Fashion Week

"Modern Family" actress Ariel Winter has said she is single, refuting reports that she was dating her longtime friend and actor Sterling Beaumon.
	The 18-year-old actress clarified her relationship status on Twitter.
	"Everyone thinking I'm taken when I'm just over here like hi I'm single," Winter wrote.
	The pair, who have attended multiple Hollywood events together over the past few months, sparked dating rumours when Winter broke up with her boyfriend Laurent Claude in June after two years of dating.

Ariel Winter slams relationship rumours with Sterling Beaumon

"Ghostbusters" star Leslie Jones has returned to Twitter weeks after website hackers leaked her personal information and alleged private photos.
	The 48-year-old actress posted a clip of herself watching "The Golden Girls" on the micro-blogging site in which she is heard saying, "I don't care what nobody say, these make me laugh no matter what the hell is going on. For real!"
	This tweet is her first since the comedian's account was hacked on August 24.
	The actress has yet to comment on the leak, which included personal pictures of Jones posing with celebrities like Rihanna and Kim Kardashian West.
	The hack is still being investigated.

Leslie Jones returns to Twitter following website hack

Singer Nick Lachey and TV star wife Vanessa are expecting their third child.
	The 42-year-old "I Do" hitmaker and "Wipeout" star announced the news of their upcoming child on Instagram along with a picture of their family of four.
	"We got a new crib, now we need a new CRIB! Newest Lachey arriving 2017," the post read.
	The photo which showed Vanessa's baby bump, Nick and their two kids also revealed that they are moving into another house.
	The happy couple got married in 2011, and are parents to Camden John, 3, and 8-month-old daughter Brooklyn Elizabeth.

Nick Lachey's wife expecting third baby

Reality TV personality Scott Disick says he might get retire from clubbing as he does not want to do it for the rest of his life.
	The 33-year-old star said he has no further plans to spend days sitting idly in nightclubs as it has become so repetitive, reported People magazine.
	"I feel like it is a second home but I'm thinking about retiring from the whole appearances. I've just been doing it for so long.
	"(It) just feels like it's so repetitive. I love them and I'm gonna try to have a good night... But part of me feels like I just can't keep doing these for the rest of my life either," he said.

Scott Disick wants to retire from clubbing

Singer Lance Bass says he is ready to have kids with his partner Michael Turchin and the couple might go for surrogacy early next year.
	The 37-year-old former NSYNC member says it's high time he should plan for kids as his friends are already getting on their second child, reported People magazine.
	"I kept telling myself over the past few years, 'Well, I want to make sure, you know, if this show gets picked up, then I know I'll be in LA for the next five years, so then that'll be the time.
	"And (being told I'll never do it if I wait for a perfect time) is what I've come across (over) the last three years because all my friends are having their kids, and I want my kids to grow up with them. And now they're getting on their second kid and I'm still not on my first. So I imagine we would probably start the process early next year," he said.
	When asked about what process they are going to adopt, Bass said, "There's an amazing company that a lot of people have been using, Neil Patrick .

Ready to have kids: Lance Bass

Singer Camila Cabello has apologised to fans for leaving her music group Fifth Harmony's show early because of anxiety.
	 The 19-year-old "Work From Home" hitmaker took to Snapchat to describe the whole incident and said she was having too much anxiety while performing at the concert in Missouri, US.
	"Hi Missouri, sorry I couldn't finish the set last night. Was having too much anxiety and couldn't finish it. I love you. I'm truly sorry. (sic)," she wrote.
	The singer has previously also revealed that she suffered from non-stop anxiety attacks during their rise to fame.

Camila Cabello apologises for leaving Fifth Harmony show

Actress Abby Elliott has tied the knot with "House of Cards" writer Bill Kennedy.
	The couple got married yesterday.
	The 29-year-old "Odd Mom Out" star looked elegant in a white bridal gown while Kennedy wore a blue linen suit in their wedding ceremony which held in New England followed by a reception at her parents home, reported People magazine.
	The wedding ring of the actress originally belonged to her now husband Kennedy's grandmother.
	Elliott said her father has helped her a lot in the planning process of her wedding.
	"My dad is helping a lot actually. He's been very involved, it's really sweet... He's been very involved in the catering process. A lot of food things that he wanted," she said.

'Odd Mom Out' star Abby Elliott gets married

Filmmaker Kevin Smith says working with his 17-year-old daughter Harley Quinn in "Yoga Hosers" has reignited his passion for films.
	The 46-year-old director said he was trying to move away from filmmaking and wanted to focus on TV but it was his daughter, who made him into movies again, reported Entertainment Weekly.
	"I was actually trying to move away from filmmaking a couple years back. I felt like I'd done it so much, and was having way more fun doing podcasts and TV stuff.
	"But once the kid fell in love with acting, suddenly I had a renewed interest in filmmaking because she never showed interest in this stuff growing up. So the fact that suddenly she was into it, made me into it again. It reignited my passion for film that's something I hadn't thought of," he said.

Working with daughter reignited passion for films: Kevin Smith

Rapper Lil Wayne has sparked retirement rumours after he tweeting he is mentally defeated now.
	The 33-year-old "Mirror" hitmaker shared that he is no more feeling excited and positive in life.
	"I am now defenseless and mentally defeated and I leave gracefully and thankful I love my fans but I'm done," he wrote.
	After his tweet, the micro-blogging site flooded with the posts from Wayne's fans, who asked him to stay affirmative.
	Popular Rappers like Lil B and Chancelor Bennett (Chance the Rapper) also took to Twitter to show their concern for Wayne.
	"Real talk! I'm going to be hell mad if lil wayne stop rapping we love you and need you out here @liltunechi @mackmaine I don't believe the hype," Lil B tweeted.
	While Chance the Rapper wrote, "Dear @LilTunechi I just want to remind you that absolutely nothing and no one in this world can defeat you. Tell them devils back back."
	Wayne later confirmed in his tweets that he is fine and not asking for sympathy.
	"Ain't looking for ...

Lil Wayne sparks retirement rumours

While Emraan Hashmi has been part of a few horror films, many mainstream stars have shied away from them and the actor feels it is, perhaps, because the genre is not considered 'performance-oriented'.
	Emraan, who was seen in two instalments of the "Raaz" frnachise, says even he does not think about winning an award when he chooses to be a part of such films but he does them for the experience.
	When asked why do mainstream actors stay away from horror, Emraan told PTI, "I think may be they don't find the genre challenging. 'Performance' is not something which is associated with horror. You will not see horror come up in the Oscars in the best film list."
	"At the same time, you cannot negate its place in the box office. I am not doing a horror film thinking I'll win a best actor award. I am doing it because of the experience it gives me."
	The "Azhar" actor, who features in the upcoming "Raaz Reboot", feels another reason could also be that stars do not understand the genre properly .

Horror genre does not appeal mainstream actors, feels Emraan

With the 10-day Ganpati festival commencing from tomorrow, several actors including Emraan Hashmi and Arjun Rampal are preparing to welcome home the God of good luck, while stars like Katrina Kaif and Daisy Shah will visit friends' places to offer prayers.
	When asked how he is going to celebrate the Ganesh Chaturthi tomorrow, Emraan said, "We have friends and family coming over. My wife, she is a Hindu, so there is always a ritual in her house, we go and visit Ganeshji. It is all very special to us."
	Actor Vivek Oberoi said he likes the traditions associated with the festival and meeting people to celebrate the occasion.
	"Every year, we anxiously look forward to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi and welcome our favourite Ganesha at home. I like people coming over, do puja and be part of the joyous celebrations in honour of the divine being," he said.
	Supporting environment-friendly celebration of the mega festival, actress Shilpa Shetty said, "From last year on, have made a promise to ...

Bollywood stars gear up for Ganpati festival

BJP MP Kirron Kher leads the actor-turned-MPs in attending Parliament sessions, while Rekha has finished last.
	According to the PRS Legislative Research, a non-profit organisation that keeps records of legislative developments in Parliament, Kher, who represents Chandigarh, 85 percent attendance, maximum among actors.
	She was followed by Paresh Rawal, BJP MP from Ahmedabad East constituency, TMC's Satabdi Roy representing Birbhum and Bhojpuri actor-singer and BJP lawmaker from Northeast Delhi Manoj Tiwari, all of whom registered attendance of 76 per cent.
	The national average attendance for a Lok Sabha MP is 82 per cent and 79 per cent in the Rajya Sabha.
	Actress Hema Malini, representing Mathura, has 37 per cent attendance. She participated in 10 debates and asked 113 questions.
	Dev Adhikari, TMC MP from Ghatal, also had a meagre attendance of 9 per cent. The Agnishapath actor participated in just one debate and is yet to ask any question.
	Another TMC Rajya Sabha MP and veteran 

Kirron Kher leads actor MPs in attendance, Rekha finishes last

Actress-model Elle Machpherson says she has never gone under the knife.
	The 52-year-old supermodel said she has tried other anti-ageing techniques, but insisted that she will never resort to a surgical procedure, reported Female First.
	"I haven't had surgery; it's not in my game plan. I don't have any perspective on it for anybody else, only for myself; I would worry because I know things can go wrong really easily. 'With some of these procedures, you might feel that you look younger but it doesn't look quite right.' So I try to keep it really natural.
	"I can't do laser on my skin because I've spent so much time in the sun and it gets hyperpigmentation," Macpherson said.
	She admitted that she has tried the likes of botox and collagen.
	"Yeah, I've tried things but most of the time they don't work for me. It doesn't work for my face - sometimes people get things done and they look worse. I'm a bit of a scaredy-cat and I don't want to mess with what there is.
	"At this point I think 

Elle Macpherson denies having plastic surgery

Hollywood actress Renee Zellweger says she does not fear ageing.
	The 47-year-old "Bridget Jones' Baby" actress says the idea of getting older has never held any fears for her, reported Female First.
	"I think a woman only gets more interesting as she gets older. Youth and superficial beauty have their place and that is, understandably, celebrated to a degree. But that's so fleeting and it's only for a moment in your life.

Renee Zellweger does not fear ageing

Singer Anastacia, who divorced her husband Wayne Newton in 2010 following a three-year marriage, says she is dating someone.
	The 47-year-old, however, has no plans to tie the knot again, reported Female First.
	"I am dating. I don't want to be specific but I am enjoying it. I wouldn't marry again but I would totally commit and be someone's soulmate.
	"I've done a lot of soul searching and it's my career that is the love of my life. I've spent a long time searching but I've had it with me, my whole life," Anastacia said.
	The "Left Outside Alone" crooner said she has become more comfortable in her skin now and has no body hang ups.
	In my 20s, I had the perfect body but I didn't know what I had because I had so many insecurities. Now I'm in my 40s, I'm way more comfortable even though I have a million more scars! I feel amazingly sexy now.

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