Singer Ariana Grande will perform with rapper Nicki Minaj at MTV Video Music Awards 2016.
	The 23-year-old "Into You" hitmaker will take the stage with Minaj to perform their collaboration, "Side by Side," from Grande's most recent album, "Dangerous Woman," reported Entertainment Tonight.
	"When you take the stage at the VMAs you step into another world. It's not just a performance, it's a statement," Grande said in a promo video for the awards.
	Grande and the "Anaconda" rapper join previously announced performers Britney Spears with G-Eazy, Nick Jonas, Future and Rihanna.
	Meanwhile, MTV also named some of the stars, who will appear during the show, including Kim Kardashian West, Sean "Diddy" Combs, Alicia Keys, Ansel Elgort, Bebe Rexha, Fifth Harmony, Jaden Smith, Shameik Moore and Tove Lo.

Ariana Grande to perform with Nicki Minaj at 2016 MTV VMAs

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Actor-director James Franco is developing a trio of crime films based on writer Tom Franklin's novels.
	The "127 Hours" star and production partner Vince Jolivette have obtained the rights to Franklin's bestselling books "Smonk, Poachers, and Hell at the Breech" and plan to begin filming them soon, reported Variety.
	"We plan on shooting all three of them in the next one-to-three years," Vince said.
	There are currently no plans for Franco to appear in or direct any of the films, with his production partner adding, "We feel the material is rich enough to attract A-level talent."
	All three books are largely set in the American south. "Smonk and Hell at the Breech" follow grisly crimes committed in 1911 and 1897, respectively.
	"We're labelling these as our gritty Southern Gothic series of films," the producer, who develops films with Franco through their Rabbit Bandini Productions company, added.

James Franco developing series of crime thrillers

A TV movie based on the life of accused murderer Robert Durst is currently in development.
	Lifetime is behind the yet-untitled feature, which will tell the story from the perspective of Robert's missing wife, Kathie Durst, who many assume was murdered by Robert.
	Kathie disappeared in 1982 and, while Robert was a suspect after she vanished, he was never charged, reported Variety.
	The network has optioned Matt Birkbeck's book "A Deadly Secret: The Bizarre and Chilling Story of Robert Durst", to use as script source material.
	Emmy-nominated screenwriter Bettina Gilois will pen the movie.
	Real estate millionaire Robert, also known as Bobby, is currently serving time behind bars for a weapons charge.
	He previously also went to jail for bond jumping and evidence tampering, in relation to the murder case of his neighbour Morris Black.
	Robert was tried for the 2001 killing, but was eventually acquitted due to lack of forensic evidence.
	Robert is expected back in court this month to be 

Robert Durst TV movie in development

Former "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Yolanda Hadid has undergone a surgery in her latest effort to beat Lyme disease and is recovering.
	The estranged wife of music producer David Foster was left struggling to read, write or watch television after being diagnosed with the tick-borne infection in 2012, due to the painful neurological symptoms associated with the illness, reported People magazine.
	However, Yolanda has continued to fight the condition, and the 52-year-old reality star took to Instagram to reveal she is winning her battle with Lyme disease as she nears the end of her Transvascular Autonomic Modulation (TVAM) treatment, which aims to relieve patients of symptoms like fatigue and lack of cognitive function.
	"I am seeking, I am striving and I am in it to win it with all of my heart," she captioned a photo of herself in a hospital bed, adding the hashtags, "#LymeDiseaseAwareness #TvamSurgery #LastChapter #SearchingForACure #RemissionInSight."
	Yolanda isn't the ...

Yolanda Hadid undergoes surgery

Pop star Katy Perry says she highly depends on therapy because it helps her stay normal in the spotlight.
	The 31-year-old "Roar" hitmaker said sometimes it gets really difficult in the music industry so she makes sure to take care of her mental health by going to a therapist regularly, reported Female First.
	"I go to therapy, I don't get excessive on the substance. I've kind of learned that dance... It's difficult in this industry.
	"You're holding on for dear life and you feel like you're riding a rocket and now I'm kind of not holding on for dear life. I've learned how to ride it, and I'm surfing and feeling good!," she said.
	Perry is back in the studio now after almost a three-year break from music and the star revealed that she has trouble writing "super sexy songs".
	"I think I have a really hard time writing super sexy songs. For me, it takes a bit of time to (to write) because I have to have those experiences and then write about them.
	"Or I have to digest whatever I'm ...

Therapy helps me stay normal: Katy Perry

Actress Jessica Alba says she regrets getting her tattoos because they are not meaningful to her anymore.
	The 35-year-old "Into the Blue" star, who had inked flowers on her neck and Sanskrit scripts on her wrist, said they do not make sense to her any more as she has become mature now, reported Femalefirst.
	"I have a few tattoos. I'm not into them now the way that I was. You're never going to be in the same place emotionally and mentally at 18 that you are at 20 or 25 or 30.
	"Something that's meaningful to you when you're younger is not going to be meaningful to you five years later," she said.
	Alba revealed that she also regrets wearing lot of make-up when she was a teenager.
	"I actually wore too much make-up when I was a teenager. I wore a full face, and I probably (should have) worn a lot less.
	"I didn't know that there was the no-makeup makeup look until I was in my 20s. I used to use a foundation stick and just rub it all over my face and then I would break out. Then, I ...

Jessica Alba regrets getting tattoos

Actor Michael Cashman will be returning to "EastEnders" as Colin Russell.
	Cashman will be reprising his role for two episodes and sharing scenes with "EastEnders" legend June Brown, who plays Dot Branning, reported Digital Spy.
	"It was a real joy, indeed a privilege, to return to my old home of Albert Square. To be amongst so many friends again, and to be back in the place where 30 years ago I started an amazing journey," Cashman said.
	"An amazing journey which incredibly helped to change the country, and certainly its attitude to lesbian gay and bisexual people."
	Colin joined "EastEnders" in 1986 and is best remembered for his on-screen relationship with Barry Clark.

'EastEnders' brings back Michael Cashman

Singer FKA Twigs has put out a public casting call for a new project.
	The 28-year-old British singer-songwriter, whose real name is Tahliah Debrett Barnett, issued the call to those with "extreme" talents on her Facebook page, reported Contactmusic.
	The star, who is engaged to Twilight actor Robert Pattinson, asked artists who were available to work with her on the project in London, England, in October to email her with examples of their skills.
	"I'm (sic) looking for performers of all genres to audition for a project I'm making in London this October (sic)," she wrote.
	"No talent or style is too extreme. All performers must be based or be able to work in the UK. Please email a recent CV, headshot and reel link to FKAtwigsaudition@gmail.Com. looking forward to hearing from you!"
	Before rising to stardom as a musician, FKA worked as a backing dancer for stars including Ed Sheeran and Kylie Minogue.

Fka Twigs launches talent search for mystery project

Actors Rose Leslie and Kit Harington rely on video calling app FaceTime to keep the romance alive in their long-distance relationship.
	The couple has been romantically linked since 2012 after meeting on the set of hit fantasy series "Game of Thrones".
	The stars only went public with their relationship in April, 2015, but have been open about their affection for one another ever since.
	During an interview on UK talk show "This Morning" , the Scottish actress admitted their various work commitments often keep the pair apart for weeks on end, reported Contactmusic.
	"It's kind of an embarrassment of riches whereby both of us are working. It's a wonderful thing to be involved and to be busy, but yes, I suppose we make it work, FaceTime is a must," Rose said, admitting the frequent calls often leave her with a costly phone bill at the end of each month.
	Besides starring in "Game of Thrones" as Ygritte, Rose also found fame playing Gwen Dawson in "Downton Abbey."
	The show went on to ...

Rose Leslie, Kit Harington have a Facetime romance

"Mary Poppins" star Dick Van Dyke says the upcoming sequel of the cult musical will be difficult.
	Van Dyke, who played Bert in the Disney classic, is tipped for a return in the follow-up along with Julie Andrews, reported Daily Mirror.
	"I'd have to see the script. Without Walt Disney, and the Sherman brothers to write the score, and Julie, it will be difficult, I think," Van Dyke said.
	"Every day we came to work and we knew there was something magical going on. There was such a spirit. Walt was always there as a morale builder. We both said we were children looking for our inner adult - Walt was such a big kid.
	"Sequels are traditionally not as good as the first. But I wish them well."
	Emily Blunt will play Mary Poppins in the sequel with Hamilton's Lin-Manuel Miranda also to star.
	Meryl Streep could reunite with her "Devil Wears Prada" co-star in the sequel too.
	"Mary Poppins Returns" is set in Depression-era London and sees Mary return to the grown-up Banks children to help ..

Dick Van Dyke not sure about 'Mary Poppins' sequel

Designer Sanjay Garg under his label 'Raw Mango' presented his latest collection titled "Monkey Business" on the second day of the ongoing Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2016.
	Known for using Varanasi silks and chanderi, the designer incorporated Gajji Silk, Mashru, Kadhwa and metallic touches.
	"The monkey symbolise survival, adaption and even humans evolve from them so that is the basic theme of my collection," Garg said after the show.
	The line had monkey motifs throughout and to keep the theme intact, the show started with the 'madari' rattling his 'dumroo' and with combination of percussions creating a rhythm for the models to walk on.
	Garg also gave space to quilting, wool, silk and digital prints.
	The label is famous for its sarees, but this time the designer choose to create kurtas, tulip tunics, smocks, cropped tops, pleated dresses, jumpsuits, gowns, off-shoulder gown, maxis and skirts with silver and gold brocade.
	However, the traditional India attire was still a ...

Sanjay Garg's 'Monkey Business' ends day two of LFW

Actress Amanda Bynes has returned to Twitter after six months and gave updates on her life.
	The 30-year-old "Hairspray" star revealed that she disappeared from the social media because her fashion school mid-terms had occupied all her attention.
	"Hi everybody! I haven't tweeted in a long time and I want to say hi! I've been really busy at FIDM, and I just finished my midterms," she wrote on the micro-blogging site.
	Bynes first enrolled at the Fashion Institute of Design and  Merchandising in 2014 and returned to her studies last fall.
	"I am really loving school and I feel that I am learning a lot. I enjoy all of my classes and my teachers are excellent," she tweeted later.
	Bynes, who rose to fame as a child star in the late 1990s, explained her Twitter disappearance, posting, "I'm really appreciative of all that FIDM is giving me. I've been in school learning about the fashion business so I don't have time to tweet.

Amanda Bynes returns to Twitter, shares update on life

Yesteryear actress Zeenat Aman and Huma Qureshi will attend the opening ceremony of the 14th 'Annual Bollywood Festival Norway' next month.
	Aman will be the chief Guest of Honour for this year's festival which is held in the Scandinavian country.
	She would be accompanied by her son Azaan Khan who is making his debut in Bollywood as a film director with "Bankster", which will be screened at the festival on the opening day, September 9.
	The festival that begins on September 9 and ends on September 16 will screen 26 films, including films from India, Pakistan and Iran.
	These include "Dhanak", "Haraamkhor", "Waiting", "Kabali", "Aligarh" and "Raman Raghav".
	Banned Pakistani film "Maalik" will have an exclusive screening and "My Father's Love Story" from Iran will also be shown.
	British singer Tanya Wells will pay a tribute to late legendary Pakistani Ghazal singer Mehndi Hasan, and playback singer Suresh Wadkar will perform live at the festival's Bollywood musical concert.

Zeenat Aman, Huma to attend 'Bollywood Festival Norway'

Actress Sonakshi Sinha feels her politician-father Shatrughan Sinha is an honest man who has never held back his opinion.
	When asked if there is a sense of disillusionment within the family against the BJP with her father making controversial statements against his own party time and again, Sonakshi said, "He has always put his opinion across and I really appreciate him for being an honest man. There are a very few honest people left in politics. I think you should let him be honest," Sonakshi said in an interview here.
	The 29-year-old actress doesn't have any interest in politics as she is happy making a career in Bollywood.
	"I am somebody who doesn't have the aptitude for it (politics). I think just because my father is a politician that is not a reason for me also to enter politics," she said.
	Before entering politics, the BJP MP was an accomplished actor in Bollywood  with many hits to his credit. And now his daughter Sonakshi is an actress and he is proud of the work that she 

Only a few honest people are left in politics: Sonakshi on dad

South Korea will be the "focus" country at the 47th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) to be held in Goa this November.
	"It has been decided that South Korea would be the focus country for IFFI this year," a senior official told PTI adding that movies from the country will be showcased and eminent film personalities from that country may attend the festival.
	Last year, Spain was the focus country at the 11-day festival and its films and eminent personalities were part of the film event.
	Officials said that the government has been paying special attention to films as a part of its "cultural diplomacy."
	There have been a series of events in which the government has focused on films to strengthen the country's softpower, an official said.
	In July this year, a four-day long film festival of Iranian films was held, which was soon followed by an eight-day long festival of European films.
	Important dignitaries from these countries like EU Ambassadors, Deputy Heads of Mission ..

South Korea to be focus country at IFFI 2016

Actor-director Sohail Khan said his next directorial venture "Freaky Ali", starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui in the lead, is an inspirational movie through which they wanted to establish golf as a common man's game.
     "When we were researching, we visited various locations. Infact a lot of people said this to us that the myth (about golf) is that it is only played on Sundays, only retired people play it and only rich play it," Sohail said during a promotional event of the film.
	"We want to break this myth and we want to encourage kids in schools and in colleges so that they can start coming and playing the game. Investment on golf is huge. With this film we want to establish it as a common man's game.
	Talking about the film's storyline, Sohail said, "In the movie, the actor starts playing golf (which is) considered to be a rich man's sport, and reaches the national tournament. It's basically a inspirational film."
	Sohail said it took him two-three years to develop the film.
	"It is a 

'Freaky Ali' busts myth that golf is a rich man's sport:Sohail

North East became the focus of "Sustainable fashion and Textile Day" at the ongoing Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2016, making designers from the state of Assam hopeful about their future in the mainstream fashion industry.
	The day, dedicated to handlooms and Indian textiles, saw three labels from Assam showcasing their collection dominated by the Assamese hand-woven fabrics like muga, pat and eri.
	Titled "Halodhi," the show also aimed at empowering woman, who are mainly involved with the weaving and protecting the tribes.
	Designer Aditi Holani Chandak, Pranami Kalita and Anuradha Kuli presented their range which was high on fashion as well as tradition with an aim to bring forward the textile heritage of the region.
	"The fabrics of Assam are luxurious. Because of the lack of demand women have to come to cities and found jobs. They know so much about weaves, but have to work as housemaids. These are all artisans. These are the people, who have created these beautiful garments .

Assam celebration at LFW gives hopes to talent from North East

West Indies cricketer and singer Dwayne Bravo will lend his voice to a song in director Anubhav Sinha's upcoming film "Tum Bin 2".
	Earlier, Anubhav had roped in American singer-rapper Akon to sing the "Chammak Challo" in song in his 2011 Shahrukh Khan-starrer film "Ra.One".
	Anubhav was looking out for an international voice for one of the upbeat tracks in his directorial venture "Tum Bin 2" and so he decided on Dwayne, according to a release.
	The song "Jager Bomb", to be shot in the first week of September, will have special dancers flown down from Romania and it will be shot in a nightclub. The music will be composed and jointly sung by Ankit Tewari and Dwayne. The entire music video will be directed by Anubhav, it said.
	The cricketer will be seen sporting an Indo-Western attire in the "Jager Bomb" fast peppy track. Dwayne will also learn a few new lines in Hindi, the release said.
	The star cast of the film - Neha Sharma, Aashim Gulati and Aditya Seal - will also make a special .

Dwayne Bravo to sing peppy number for 'Tum Bin 2'

Music mogul Simon Cowell plans to formally invite current US presidential candidates, Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton, on his show "America's Got Talent."
	The 56-year-old creator of "The X Factor" wants them to show their talent on his reality competition and revealed that the invitation process is in work, reported People magazine.
	"I think we can take it a stage further in addition to the debates, why don't we invite them on? They can sing, dance, whatever they want.
	"I only just thought of it now, it sort of just came into my head. So we're going to put the invite out and it sort of changes the election process a little bit. It would be good, right?," Cowell said.
	Cowell said he got the idea of calling them after he heard Democratic Vice Presidential nominee Tim Kaine playing several tunes on the harmonica recently, including Bob Dylan's "Wagon Wheel".
	He is currently on the judging panel of "America's Got Talent" alongside Mel B, Heidi Klum and Howie Mandel, which is hosted .

Simon Cowell to invite Clinton, Trump on America's Got Talent

Ranveer Singh is keeping mum on his casting in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's "Padmavati" but the film's costume designer has let out that the actor is indeed on board for the period drama.
	There have been numerous media reports about Ranveer's casting in the film, with some suggesting he is again teaming up with Bhansali, while others claiming the actor had a fallout with the director and opted out of the project.
	It, however, seems that the speculation can be put to rest now as costume designer Ajay Kumar, who has begun the work on "Padmavati", posted on Instagram that both Ranveer and actress Deepika Padukone are part of the movie.
	"#Working mode #onn it's #slb office #ease during #lease #padmavati #deepikapadukone #costume #design a #film to remember #ranveersingh," Ajay wrote alongside a photo of himself and his team discussing work on the movie.
	Ajay earlier worked with Bhansali on "Ram Leela" and "Bajirao Mastani", both of which starred Ranveer in the lead role.
	The designer ...

Ranveer Singh to star in 'Padmavati',confirms costume designer

A terminally ill fan got his wish last wish fulfilled as a special screening of "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" was arranged for him way before its theatrical release in December.
	Neil Hanvey watched the film on August 20 and died two days later, reported Aceshowbiz.
	The 36-year-old patient who was told back in April that he had only six to eight months to live died two days after watching the film.
	The sad news was broken by St Michael's Hospice on Facebook. The post which was shared on Tuesday, August 23 delivered a message from Hanvey's wife, Andrea.
	"On behalf of all our family we would like to thank everyone who has passed on their condolences following Neil's death last night," the message read.
	"We would also like to thank the tens of thousands of people who supported the #RogueOneWish campaign. All the messages of love during the past week have given us a great deal of comfort during a very difficult time," she continued. "We would also like to thank everyone at St ...

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