Filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt says he is proud of his daughter Alia Bhatt's work and feels she must taste failure as well.
	In her five-year career, Alia has garnered rave reviews for her acting and also got commercial success with films like "Highway", "2 States", "Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania", "Kapoor and Sons", "Udta Punjab", barring "Shaandaar" that did not do well.
	"It's good. She (Alia) should taste failure. She is just a human being like everybody else," Bhatt told PTI.
	The "Saaransh" helmer looks at the work of his 23-year-old daughter with pride.
	"She has evolved from a reasonably good talented beginner to an extraordinary actor in 'Udta Punjab'. She has nailed it in that film. I wonder where this emotional intelligence is coming from. Alia staggered me in 'Udta Punjab'," the 67-year-old filmmaker said.
	Nowadays, quite a few Bollywood actresses are going to the West to explore new options.
	When asked, if he would be ok with Alia going to Hollywood, Bhatt said he will be a ...

Alia much more successful than I imagined: Mahesh Bhatt

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American gymnast Simone Biles met her longtime celebrity crush Zac Efron at the 2016 Rio Olympics in Brazil and got a sweet kiss from him.
	The 19-year-old athlete, who won her fourth gold medal at the Olympics in the gymnastics floor final, shared pictures of herself with the "Neighbors" star on Twitter in which Efron is seen kissing her.
	"He kissed me on the cheek just letting you all know @ZacEfron.
	"Proof: had to do a retake because I thought we were taking a picture then he kissed me instead," Biles wrote.
	She then posted a photo and wrote, "Just call me Mrs Efron already @ZacEfron.
	The 28-year-old actor, who is currently in Rio de Janerio to surprise Biles, also took to Twitter and posted a collage of his photos with her and other gymnasts including, Alexandra Raisman, Gabrielle Douglas, Madison Kocian and Laurie Hernandez by captioning it- "Surprise!! #Rio2016 #Gold #FinalFive."
	Alongside another picture with the gymnasts, the actor tweeted, "My Olympic dream came true ...

Gymnast Simone Biles meets star crush Zac Efron

Pop star Lady Gaga, along with father Joe Germanotta, will release an Italian food cookbook.
	The 30-year-old singer is currently working on the book titled, "Joanne Trattoria Cookbook: Classic Recipes and Scenes from an Italian American Restaurant," inspired by their family restaurant in New York, reported Entertainment Weekly.
	Germanotta has ensured that his restaurant will not have Gaga's pictures on the walls but the cookbook will feature a foreword from the "Poker Face" hitmaker.
	"Family, food, and love are the foundation upon which Joe Germanotta and his wife, Cynthia, raised their daughters, Natali and Stefani (aka Lady Gaga).
	"Named for his sister who died of Lupus three months shy of her 20th birthday, their family-run restaurant is built on those same fundamental principles. In the pages of this cookbook, Joe has collected recipes and entertaining anecdotes inspired by his world famous restaurant," reads the description from the book's publishing company.
 	The book will .

Lady Gaga to release cookbook

Singer Selena Gomez has admitted what she said to former boyfriend Justin Bieber during their Instagram fight was "selfish and pointless".
	Gomez, 24, had accused Bieber of cheating on her during their relationship, after the pop star claimed she used him for fame.
	Introspecting on the feud that shocked their fans, Gomez wrote on snapchat, "What I said was selfish and pointless."
	The exes began arguing on August 14 after Bieber, 22, threatened to make his page private if his fans continued to post mean comments about his rumored new flame Sofia Richie.
	Responding to this, Gomez asked him to stop posting photos of the 17-year-old model and stop blaming his fans.
	"If you can't handle the hate then stop posting pictures of your girlfriend lol. It should be special between you two only. Don't be mad at your fans. They love you," Gomez wrote in the comment section before deleting it.
	Later, Bieber appeared to diss her as he commented on his own post, "It's funny to see people that ...

What I said was selfish: Selena Gomez on spat with Bieber

To encourage artists and celebrate new ideas through the power of art, the music festival NH7 Weekender seeks to  showcase some of the most intriguing art works including elaborate installations, intricate stage designs and graffiti.
	In addition to concerts and live stages, the festival's theme-based travelling exhibit, the NH7 Periphery Art Project is set to be showcase across the cities of Shillong, Hyderabad and Pune.
	The exhibition will give an opportunity to 30 handpicked artists to show their work in the festival across these three cities.
	Previously, the festival has displayed some intriguing art works including elaborate installations, intricate stage designs and graffiti.
	These include Shilo Shiv Suleman's 'Pulse and Bloom', 'NH7 Kabootar' and 'Dream Universe Of The Dewarists', French artist Chifumi's 'Rockness Monster' and Ayushman Mitra's 'Lolly Dolly', 'Love Beds' and 'House Tripping'.
	The NH7 Weekender is collaborating with Mumbai-based Bombay Duck Designs, the ...

Travelling theme art project with NH7 Weekender music festival

A Singapore start-up co-founded by five Indian-origin persons is cashing in on one of India's latest box-office hit, Kabali, by selling figurines of the film's lead character played by cine star Rajinikanth.
	About 85 per cent of the 40,000 figurines produced by Carbon Copy Collectibles have been sold since sales began in mid-June for the global market, The Straits Times reported today.
	The company, founded by five Singaporeans ofIndian origins, was selected by Kabali's global publicity campaigner, Chennai-based production house, V Creations, to make and sell figurines of Kabaleeswaran, a character portrayed by 65-year-old Rajinikanth.
	Each polyvinyl figurine, 16.5 cm tall and weighing 300g, is being sold for SGD 39.90 in Singapore.
	E-commerce giant Amazon has bought the Kabali figurines for the Indian market while it is being sold in Malaysia through Madura Stores, a local retail outlet for Indian products.
	"We are the pioneers of the collectibles in the Indian cinema industry," .

Singapore company cashes in from Kabali figurines

Caitlyn Jenner's reality TV series "I Am Cait" will not have a third season, E! network has confirmed.
	The show is going to end with 66-year-old Jenner, formerly known as Bruce Jenenr, and the channel's mutual consent, reported Deadline.
	"We are incredibly proud of the two seasons of I Am Cait, a groundbreaking docuseries that sparked an important and unprecedented global conversation about transgender people, their struggles and triumphs.
	"Caitlyn and E! have mutually decided not to move forward with another season at this time. She will always remain a part of the E! family, and we look forward to continue following her journey as she appears on Keeping Up with the Kardashians," E! Entertainment said.
	Jenner also took to Twitter to announce the news and thanked E! network.
	"After 2 amazing seasons of @IAmCait, it's time for the next adventure. Thank you E! & thank you to the best girlfriends I could ask for!," she wrote.
	Jenner will make regular appearances on "Keeping Up ...

Third season of 'I Am Cait' cancelled

Actress Jacqueline Fernandez is gearing up to train for action sequences for her next film, which will be helmed by Tarun Mansukhani.
	After "Dostana", Tarun is back with an untitled film featuring Jacqueline and Sushant Singh Rajput in the lead.
	"It's a fun film, a different kind of action film. It's interesting. I will definitely be training for action. I am excited about doing this film. Tarun will be directing a film after eight years," Jacqueline told PTI.
	There has been speculation that Tarun's directorial comeback may be co-produced by Karan Johar and Salman Khan.
	"I think so it's Dharma Productions. I don't know... I haven't found out about it (Salman co-producing the film)," the 31-year-old "Kick" actress said.
	Jacqueline will be seen next in Remo D'Souza's "A Flying Jatt" opposite Tiger Shroff. The movie releases August 25.

Jacqueline to train for action sequences in Mansukhani's next

Actress Zareen Khan has rubbished reports that she has opted out of "Divine Lovers" and says she is excited to work with Irrfan Khan in the film.
	Earlier this year, director Sai Kabir had confirmed that the "Hate Story 3" star had replaced actress Kanagna Ranaut in the project.
	Recently, however, there were reports that Zareen leftthe project.
	When asked about it, Zareen told PTI, "I don't know where this news came from about me not doing it. I think somebody tried asking me about it at an event and I said, 'I'll talk about it later, it's not the occasion'. Then the story came out that 'She is not doing it'."
	"I, in fact, never said I am doing the movie from my end. The director gave out the quote that I am doing the film," she added.
	"Divine Lovers" is billed as an adventure comedy and will see the 29-year-old actress pair opposite Irrfan for the first time.
	"I am more than happy that the film is offered to me, and I'll be working with Irrfan sir who is such a great actor. ...

Zareen Khan exicted to work with Irrfan in 'Divine Lovers'

A festival of 10 non fiction films from South Asian countries made in the last two years, encapsulating the flavour of the Subcontinent begins here today.
	Films from Burma, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka are included in the four-day 'Travelling Film SouthAsia 2016' organised in collaboration with The Southasian Trust, Kathmandu, at the India International Centre.
	The event concludes on August 20.
	"The festival includes the award winners of Film South Asia Festival 2015, Kathmandu as well as other films selected to showcase the variety, treatment and intensity that marks the world of Southasian documentary and non-fiction," organisers said.
	Kicking off the festival is 'News from Jaffna' from Sri Lanka a 28 minute documentary directed by Kannan Arunasalam, and tells the story of a  young reporter dares to cover press freedom in one of the world's most dangerous places for journalists.
	'The Journey Within' (Pakistan) directed by Mian Adnan Ahmad showcases the inspirational ...

Festival of select documentaries from South Asia

Actor Billy Bob Thornton has refused claims that he had an affair with Johnny Depp's ex-wife, Amber Heard.
	The 61-year-old "Fargo" star said he never used to hang out with Amber off set, apart from a cast dinner, and barely spent time with Heard, reported Hello! magazine.
	The actor also revealed that their relationship was only professional and he rarely even spoke to Depp either.
	Depp, who settled his divorce from Heard yesterday, had claimed she cheated on him with Thornton in March last year. Heard, however, strongly denied the cheating claims.

Billy Bob Thornton denies affair with Amber Heard

Santoor maestro Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma will be conferred upon with the annual Sangeet Martand Ustad Chand Khan Lifetime Achievement Award this year, Sursagar Society of Dilli Gharana has announced.
	The 23rd edition of the festival that celebrates Indian classical art is scheduled to be held on September 13 and September 14 here with performances by some of the leading Hindustani classical vocal and instrumental maestros.
	A Padma Vibhushan recipient, Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma was born in Jammu in 1938, and is believed to be the first musician to have played Indian classical music on the santoor, a folk instrument from the state of Jammu and Kashmir.
	The maestro will also be performing at the festival.
	The society has been felicitating stalwarts of Indian classical music and dance with the award since 1986 to recognise their contribution towards enriching the art forms.
	While last year, the honour was conferred upon Kathak exponent Pandit Birju Maharaj, others who have received ...

Pt Shiv Kumar Sharma to get lifetime achievement award

Actors Sushant Singh Rajput and Kriti Sanon have finished filming their upcoming romantic drama, "Raabta".
	The 26-year-old "Dilwale" actress shared the news on Twitter by sharing a group photo of the film's cast and crew.
	"And it's a wrap!!! #Raabta Hectic.. But what a kickass last schedule! Wooohhhoooo @itsSSR #Dinoo #Maddock," she wrote.
	"Raabta" marks producer Dinesh Vijan's directorial debut.
	It will hit theatres on February 10 next year.

It's a wrap on Sushant, Kriti's 'Raabta'

The Playboy Mansion has officially been sold for USD 100 million to Daren Metropoulos who lives next door to the property.
	Hugh Hefner, the owner of Playboy Mansion, had put the estate on the market for USD 200 million but it sold for USD 100 million and it was previously reported that the buyer has agreed to allow the 90-year-old media mogul to remain in the property until he dies, reported Entertainment Tonight.
	"The Playboy Mansion is one of the most iconic properties in the world and the crown jewel of Holmby Hills and the platinum triangle," Metropoulos said.
	"For the last 45 years, Mr Hefner has imbued the estate with a rich and storied legacy. The property's heritage is not only that of a famous address; it is a true masterpiece in design, constructed by a noted architect for a family who played an important role in the development of Los Angeles in the early 20th Century."
	Metropoulos, 33, whose father is billionaire C Dean Metropoulos, bought the home next door to the ...

Playboy Mansion sold for USD 100 million

Bollywood star Priyanka Chopra had a Bollywood get-together of sorts as she was visited by younger sister Parineeti Chopra and actors Aditya Roy Kapur and Varun Dhawan here.
	Parineeti, Aditya and Varun have been touring the US as a part of their "Dream Team" concert and making most of the opportunity, they met Priyanka, who is shooting for the secons season of "Quantico".

Priyanka reunites with sister Parineeti in New York

"Begin Again" actress Keira Knightley is in talks to join Misty Copeland, Mackenzie Foy and Morgan Freeman in "The Nutcracker and the Four Realms".
	The 31-year-old "Laggies" actress is eyed to portray the Sugar Plum Fairy in Disney's upcoming adaptation of late author ETA Hoffman's classic Christmas Eve tale, reportted Aceshowbiz.
	Lasse Hallstrom ('Dear John', 'Safe Haven') is attached to serve behind the lens while Ashleigh Powell has written script for the live-action movie.
	Copeland will play the lead ballerina role and Freeman is cast as Drosselmeyer.
	Foy, who played Renesmee in the last two "Twilight", movies is set to play a young girl named Clara who finds a Nutcracker doll.
	At night, the Nutcracker comes to life along with an evil Mouse King. It leads the girl to the magical world of toys that will change her life forever.

Keira Knightley to join Disney's 'Nutcracker' movie

Singer Kesha has dropped her abuse allegations against producer Dr Luke in New York case, weeks after dropping the California lawsuit.
	The 29-year-old "TiK ToK" hitmaker told a judge in New York on August 12 that she would no longer rely on the abuse claims to get herself out of her contract with Luke's Kemosabe Record, reported Billboard.
	The singer earlier this month dismissed her California lawsuit against the producer, whom she's been accusing of raping and sexually abusing her.
	Kesha has been trying to get out of her contract with Luke's Kemosabe Record, which is owned by Sony, since 2014.
	After announcing that Kesha had dropped the case in California a few weeks ago, her lawyer said that she made the decision because she wanted to focus on getting her career back on track. She's also said to have sent Kemosabe dozens of new songs for her next album.

Kesha drops sexual assault lawsuit against Dr Luke in New York

Songstress Lady Gaga has bagged the lead role opposite Hollywood star Bradley Cooper in the upcoming remake of 1937 film "A Star Is Born".
 	The good news for 30-year-old Gaga doesn't end here as it has been announced that the Golden Globe Award winner will compose and perform new music for the film, reported Deadline.
	Her character's name is kept under wraps, but she will star as the ingenue singer whose career rises as quickly as her troubled lover/mentor's career is fading.
	It will be the Golden Globe Award winner's first starring role in a major studio feature and Cooper's directorial debut.
	The 1937 romantic drama, directed by William A Wellman and starring Janet Gaynor and Fredric March, centered on a troubled movie star who helps an aspiring young actress find fame.
	Warner Bros president of Creative Development and Worldwide Production Greg Silverman has announced that the deal has been closed.
	"For those of us lucky enough to watch him work as an actor and producer, it ...

Lady Gaga to star opposite Bradley Cooper in 'A Star Is Born'

Pop star Britney Spears is set to return to the MTV Video Music Awards stage after nine years.
	The "Hold It Against Me" hitmaker has been announced to perform at the 2016 MTV VMAs, set to take place Sunday, August 28.
	She will deliver the first live performance of her single "Make Me" from her upcoming ninth studio album "Glory" and also perform her new single "Glory" with her collaborator G-Eazy.
	MTV confirmed Spears' performance following weeks of speculation that she would open the VMAs after she canceled her two "Piece of Me" shows on the same weekend as the awards-giving event.
	G-Eazy later spilled the beans to a fan during an outing last week.
	In a video announcing her performance, the 34-year-old singer says in voiceover as an albino Burmese python is seen slithering through her dressing room, "The VMAs don't just give you a stage, they give you a story. Some way of taking a fraction of a second and making it live forever." She adds, "Before you know it, it's history. ...

Britney Spears to perform at 2016 MTV Video Music Awards

Actress Gita Hall, best known for playing Eva in 1958 film "The Gun Runners", has passed away. She was 82.
	Hall died at her home in Studio City on Saturday due to liver failure, her daughter Tracie May-Wagner told The Hollywood Reporter.
	Former Swedish-American model, who was once married to actor Barry Sullivan, made her Hollywood debut with "The Gun Runners" portraying Eva, the gorgeous girlfriend of the villain, played by Eddie Albert.
	Hall played small roles in a few Swedish movies in the early 1950s before winning the Miss Stockholm beauty pageant in 1953.
	After moving to Hollywood, she appeared with her ex-husband Sullivan in the 1958 movie "Wolf Larsen" and the two got married in 1958 until their divorce in 1961. She was the mother of "The Bad and the Beautiful" star's daughter, Patricia.
	In 2008, she returned to LA after a long gap from the industry due to her family, to star with her best friend, the Oscar-nominated actress Terry Moore, in "Old Skool With Terry and ...

'The Gun Runners' star Gita Hall dies at 82

TV series "Mr Robot", starring Rami Malek, has been given renewal for a third season by USA Network.
	The hacker series starring Slater has got an early renewal midway through its second-season run.
	The third installment is scheduled to air in 2017, reported Aceshowbiz.
	"We couldn't be more proud of 'Mr Robot', a series that has pushed boundaries, captured the cultural zeitgeist, and been honored as one of the best dramas on television," said Chris McCumber, president of entertainment networks for NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment.
	"Midway through its second season, Mr. Robot continues to break new ground and open up new opportunities for the network. We can't wait to see where Sam Esmail and the entire brilliant Robot team take us next."
	The show follows Elliott, a depressed security engineer who suffers from social anxiety disorder and clinical depression.
	It has already nabbed two Golden Globes and got six Emmy nominations including best drama series and a nod for Malek for his 

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