Sonam Kapoor's Cannes appearance won her fashion points from everyone and the actress, known for her impeccable style sense, says she was happy to have mixed Indian elements with her western outfits.
	The 30-year-old "Neerja" star stood out on the Cannes red carpet in her Ralph & Russo gowns, one of which she teamed up with big gold jhumkas.
	"I have always tried mixing Indian elements with my outfits at Cannes because it is an international platform. This year was no different. I wanted to represent my country abroad," Sonam told PTI.
	When asked why she stuck to one designer for most of her outings at the festival, the actress said, "They (Michael Russo and Tamara Ralph) are very good friends of mine. I spent New Years with them. I wanted to do something India-inspired and they kind of love India and love me. That's why I did jhumkas and a saree-gown, which I think was incredible."
	Sonam, who won the best style icon trophy at a recent fashion awards ceremony, said she does not ...

I wanted to represent India at Cannes red carpet: Sonam Kapoor

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One Direction star Niall Horan is being swamped by a number of abusive texts by a a group of "abusive" fans, who have been harassing him for the last two weeks.
	Horan, 22, in a series of Tweets explained the ordeal he was put through.
	"For the last two weeks I've been receiving messages off a group of fans, they have drowned my phone in messages, keeping me awake at night," he wrote.
	He also expressed his anger at his family being targeted along with him.
	"But the worst part is. They have been nothing but abusive. Saying things you wouldn't even believe about me and my family."
	Horan also said that they have been saying a lot of indecent things about him, and lamented the fact that people manage to get away with things like this.
	In response to messages of support from fans, he said he wanted to bring attention to the nasty messages because it happens to other people, and that he was okay.

Niall Horan harassed by 'abusive' fans

Actress Chloe Grace Mortez called Republican nominee Donald Trump's run for the presidency "a joke."
	Moretz, 19, whose "Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising" film opened last week, has spent time campaigning for Hillary Clinton. She showed her support by caucusing in Nevada and attending rallies in Los Angeles for the Democrat candidate.
	Calling Trump regressive, she said its time for people to not settle for someone mediocre, reported Contactmusic.
	"We are at a real contrast (in the US) between someone who is very progressive and someone who is very regressive and I think it's a generation that doesn't really stand for the gray line anymore - we can't just settle for mediocre; we have to stand up for what we really want. Donald Trump is a joke for America, it makes us look silly."
 	Moretz also spoke on the political sentiment of America and firther said that so many people rallying behind Trump shows a big problem in America.
	"It shows that America is a completely reality (TV) driven ...

Donald Trump is a joke for America: Chloe Grace Moretz

All set for his next big directorial release "Sulatan" with Salman Khan, Ali Abbas Zafar said he wanted to make the film only with the superstar.
	"I think I am fortunate enough to work with Salman sir. Whenever you write a character you visualise an actor thinking he can pull it off well. Our producer Aditya Chopra and I were very clear that we would do this film only if Salman sir agrees to do it," Ali told reporters here at the trailer launch of "Sultan" last evening.
	The "Mere Brother Ki Dhulan" director gave the "Bajrangi Bhaijaan" star about 20 minutes of narration (of the film) and Salman told him that he relates to it.
	"Whenever you go to a star with a character you think if the character justifies the stardom of the star. He has worked with so many directors... His career spans over 25 years so he has lot of experience and you can't ignore it," he said.
	"There is lot of Salman in the film because his contribution to the text (story) is phenomenal. He never pointed bigger ..

Wanted to make 'Sultan' only with Salman: Ali Abbas Zafar

Reality TV star Courtney Stodden, who is six-weeks pregnant, has revealed she is battling depression.
	Stodden, 55, said she is anxious about her first motherhood because of her illness, reported Us magazine.
	"I suffer from depression. My depression affects my appetite, sleeping patterns and overall perspective on life. At times, I have severe insomnia and other times I find myself sleeping too much. I have feelings of hopelessness but experience many moments of absolute euphoria.
	"I already love this baby so much. I just fear the thought of motherhood. It's such an overwhelming responsibility and I want to be the very best mommy that I can possibly be," she said.
	She has been working on a self-help book and hopes it will inspire others.
	"I'm working on a self-help book called 'Blonde & Blue'. It's an explicit in-depth account of my saddest, darkest moments as well as my highs ... My hope is by being painfully honest, my story can inspire others.

I'm pregnant and battling depression: Courtney Stodden

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West celebrated their second wedding anniversary in Italy, the country where the couple got married in 2014.
	The reality star took to Instagram to share a photo along with the caption, "Happy 2 year anniversary to the love of my life! You make me so happy! I love you so much!!!"
	Kardashian, 35, also posted one of her huge engagement ring and added, 'My ring shined so bright for our love in Rome while we celebrated our 2 year anniversary in Italy, the country we got married in! #Blessed"
	Kim and Kanye, 38, got married in Florence two years back and have a daughter and a son, North and Saint.

Kim, Kanye celebrate 2-year wedding anniversary in Italy

Playback singer Arijit Singh has publicly apologised to superstar Salman Khan for allegedly insulting him and also pleaded him to retain his song in the actor's upcoming film "Sultan".
	The shocking letter has been posted by Arijit, 29, on his official facebook page.
	The "Tum Hi Ho" hitmaker said he had to resort to a public platform because even after apologising to Salman personally, the 50-year-old actor didn't budge.
	The reason behind Salman's alleged resentment is not known. Calling himself Salman's fan, Arijit wrote, "Dear Mr Salman Khan This is the last way I thought I would speak to you. I have been trying to text you call you and do everything possible to tell you that you are mistaken about the fact that I insulted you. I never did. That night in the show it was the wrong time and wrong aura. Nevertheless you felt insulted."
	"And I understood and I felt extremely sorry about it as me and my family have been your fan since long. I tried to explain so many times but you ...

Arijit Singh issues public apology to Salman Khan

Eddie Redmayne may be known for his brilliant acting prowess across the globe but Hollywood star Ian McKellen has revealed that the actor had auditioned for a part in his 1995 movie "Richard III", but did not get through.
	McKellen co-wrote, co-produced and starred in titular role in the British drama film directed by Richard Loncraine.
	"Richard III" was adapted from William Shakespeare's play of the same name.
	The 76-year-old actor, who was speaking at a special screening of the film here last evening, said choosing the perfect cast was a challenge and quipped that in the process he had missed casting "The Theory of Everything" star.
	"We missed the chance, when we were auditioning little kids for the film... A little boy came along and I met him not long ago. He said we have met before. I said 'oh really we did?' He said yes sir I came and auditioned and you didn't give me the part. So I happen to turn down Eddie Redmayne's first job," McKellen said.
	The actor, best known for ...

When Eddie Redmayne failed Ian McKellen's audition

Bollywood actress Kalki Koechlin, who is playing the role of an Anglo-Indian woman in Konkona Sensharma's directorial debut, has picked up a little bit of Bengali for her character.
	"I had to learn some Bengali for the film as I am playing a woman who is half Bengali. There are some Bengali words in the film," Kalki told PTI.
	Konkona is making her directorial debut with "A Death In The Gunj", which also stars Kalki, Ranvir Shorey, Vikrant Massey, Om Puri and Tanuja.
	The film traces the journey of five individuals who are on a holiday.
	It was shot extensively in McCluskieganj town, near Ranchi, which was once famous for its considerable population of Anglo-Indian community, but has gradually dwindled in numbers after the sixties.
	"There is one scene in the film where everyone is singing the famous Bengali song 'Dhitang dhitang bole'. I had to learn it by heart. It was fun and interesting. Bengal has such a rich culture," Kalki said.
	Born to French parents in Puducherry, which was 

Kalki learns Bengali for Konkona Sensharma's Hindi film

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan might say sporting a purple lipstick at Cannes was a call taken by her cosmetic brand but Sonam Kapoor believes the "Sarbjit" actress opted for the shade because she wanted to be "talked about".
	Aishwarya, who completed her 15 years at Cannes this year, shocked one and all when she attended screening of a film swearing a purple lipcolour.
	When asked what she felt about Aishwarya's purple lips outing and the flak it received, Sonam said the actress should be happy with the attention she got.
	"The whole idea of fashion and make-up is for people to discuss it and I guess she wanted to be discussed. She achieved what she wanted to achieve with it, which I think is great," Sonam told PTI.
	When told that Aishwarya has called it L'Oreal's prerogative, Sonam, 30, quipped, "I don't think she walked for L'Oreal that day. There was an Amul ad on it, people were discussing it. I think it was great to do it on a 15th year, it's cool. She was trending everywhere."
	Sonam, 

Aishwarya wanted to be talked about: Sonam on her purple lips

Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Lawrence once took a drug during the production on "The Hunger Games", but that was unintentional.
	The Oscar-winning actress, 25, made the shocking revelation when playing a game of "True Confessions" with Jimmy Fallon and John Oliver on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon", reported Ace Showbiz.
	"I once took an Ambien before filming a scene in 'The Hunger Games'," she said, letting the two funnymen guess whether she told a truth or a lie.
	"Were you sleeping in this scene?" Fallon asked.
	"No, in fact, I was dancing," Lawrence replied.
	"I woke up and I thought it was something else, it was like normal to take it," Lawrence further explained.
	Oliver pointed out that she could cause a trouble for the studio if that was true, but she insisted that no one paid attention to "The Hunger Games" franchise right now since people are focused on "Star Wars" movies.
	Both Fallon and Oliver guessed that it was true.
	"It's plausible, it's reckless, I kind of 

I once took drug while filming 'The Hunger Games': Lawrence

Superstar Salman Khan says he constantly tries to increase the level of whatever good he is doing and and does not like to look behind.
	In Salman's upcoming film "Sultan", there is a line that says wrestling is not a sport, you are fighting what lies within you.
	When asked what is the thing that he is fighting in real life, Salman said in a lighter vein, "Where you get these questions from. How can you put me in a tight spot, this is not fair. You know what I am fighting within, I think even you are fighting the same thing within."
	"I am fighting with myself all the time. I constantly try to up my standard a little bit. That is the only thing I keep fighting. I don't have time to look behind. I try and take small baby steps. Whatever wrong I have done I am trying to cut it down, and whatever good I am doing I am trying to increase that level," the 50-year-old actor said at the trailer launch of  "Sultan" here last evening.
	In the film, Salman plays a Haryanvi wrestler named ...

I constantly try to up my standard: Salman

Actress Anushka Sharma was initially scared while doing Salman Khan-starrer "Sultan" as she felt that she did not look like a wrestler.
	"Earlier, I was very scared as I don't look like a wrestler. We have a perception that wrestlers are of a particular size. I used to often question producer Aditya Chopra how can this happen (looking like a wrestler)," Anushka told reporters at the trailer launch of "Sultan" last evening.
	"But when I did some research I found out that there were people internationally who looked like me," she said.
	She did not want to use a body-double in the film.
	"I learnt the moves and the technical way of doing it (wrestling). I am very happy I did it as now if I see wrestling, I will come to know how it happens. I am grateful for the opportunity. I was sure we will not use body-double. I felt if I have learnt something, I want to show it properly. I worked hard and I am happy I got to do it," she said.
	Her co-star Salman Khan interrupted and said in a ...

I was scared as I don't look like a wrestler: Anushka

Former lovers Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez and former One Direction star Zayn Malik will be the stars to beat at the 2016 Teen Choice Awards after landing three nominations each.
	The "Baby" hitmaker scored nods for Choice Male Artist, Choice Song (Sorry) and Choice Male Hottie in the first wave of nominations, while his ex-girlfriend earned similar recognition for Choice Female Artist, Choice Song (Hands To Myself) and Choice Female Hottie.
	Bieber will be up against Malik, who is also nominated in the same three categories, while Gomez will be in competition with close friend Demi Lovato, who also earned the same nods.
	Other artists nominated in the music categories include Taylor Swift, Nick Jonas, Beyonce, Ariana Grande, and Nick Jonas.
	In the movie section, superhero films "Captain America: Civil War" and "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice" are the frontrunners with four nominations apiece, while in the TV category, teen drama "Pretty Little Liars" leads the charge with six .

Bieber, Gomez land top Teen Choice Awards nominations

Media miogul Simon Cowell is working on a children's book.
	Cowell, 56, who is famous for destroying dreams on talent shows like "The X Factor" and "Britain's Got Talent", insists he is a changed man ever since becoming a father to son Eric two years ago.
	"I have thought about it, and now I think I'll do it," the new "America's Got Talent" judge recently told ex-girlfriend Terri Seymour during an interview for US news show Extra.
	"It will be about animals... I've had to read a lot of these children's books and they're quite boring, I think I could do it better."
	And he isn't stopping there, adding, "I'm going to make a children's TV show as well, a music show for kids."
	His son will feature in the shows, as will a character based on himself, who will be "sort of a hero figure".

Simon Cowell planning to write children's book

Reality TV star Kris Jenner wants to change her name back to Kardashian but her daughter Khloe does not approve.
	The 60-year-old star changed her name after she divorced Robert Kardashian in 1991 and married Bruce [now known as Caitlyn] Jenner and Kris has revealed that she wants to revert back to her former surname, reported Female First.
	In a deleted scene from "Keeping Up With the Kardashians", Kris told her daughter Khloe Kardashian that she still uses the famous surname to get reservations at restaurants.
	"I call the manager usually and I say, 'Hey! It's Kris Kardashian'. I'm going to change my name back to Kardashian."
	When Khloe, 31, replied, "Why? You haven't been that in over 24 years," Kris insisted she was the "original Kardashian", before Khloe and her famous sisters, Kourtney and Kim, came along.
	She said, "I was that before you were that. I was the original Kardashian."
	Khloe was, however, unimpressed and claimed it was an insult to Kris and Caitlyn's two ...

Kris Jenner wants change name to Kardashian

Little Mix singer Perrie Edwards admits she gets "verbal diarrhoea" when she has a crush on someone.
	Edwards, 22, who earlier dated singer Zayn Malik, said she finds it hard to stop talking when she is around someone she fancies, reported Female First.
	"When I like someone I get verbal-diarrhoea! It's just so embarrassing but I can't stop, I always put my foot in it," she said.

I get verbal diarrhoea in front of my crush: Perrie Edwards

Actor Justin Theroux suffered a number of injuries while filming "The Leftovers", including a broken nose, shattered hand and broken knuckles.
	The 44-year-old actor, who is married to Jennifer Aniston, admitted he had to visit hospital after hurting himself while filming the three seasons of the show, reported Female First.
	The Leftovers panel discussion during the 2016 Vulture Festival, he said: "I went to the hospital. I got 10 stitches in my lip and I broke my nose.
	"Both episode eights in both seasons I shattered my hand, I got stitches in my head, and I broke my knuckles.

Justin Theroux suffered multiple injuries shooting 'Leftovers'

Singer Nick Jonas says he wants to create a board of fan ambassadors, who he will meet with a few times a year in order to engage better with his supporters.
	The 23-year-old singer wants to gather a group of 10 to 15 of his biggest fans, reported Female First.
	"I want to have an even deeper connection with my fans. So I am going to create a board of 10-15 fan ambassadors. These people will be my... Team leaders that I will meet with a few times a year so we can build this thing together. I can't wait to rally with my fans on everything I do. This is a movement (sic)," he wrote on Instagram.

Want to create board of fan ambassadors: Nick Jonas

Celebrity sisters Kendall and Kylie Jenner are set to release a sequel to their novel, "Rebels: City of Indra: The Story of Lex and Livia" on November 15.
	The duo released "Rebels: City of Indra: The Story of Lex and Livia" in 2014 and have been working on a follow up to the dystopian story about two super-powered girls who embark on a journey together, reported Female First.
	The new book titled, "Time of the Twins", has been co-written with Elizabeth Killmond-Roman and Katherine Killmond.
	Kylie, 18, said, "In our first book, 'Rebels: City of Indra', we left Lex and Livia in a place where their future was uncertain. Now, in Time of the Twins, you'll learn how these sisters struggle to get to know each other and deal with their fate."
	Kendall, 22, added, "We are so happy to be able to continue the story of Lex and Livia in 'Time of the Twins' with Regan Arts. We love this world and these characters. It's been so fun to tell their story and we are excited to share it with our fans.

Kendall, Kylie Jenner releasing new novel

Actors Robert Downey Jr, Chris Evans and Gwyneth Paltrow paid a surprise visit to Ryan Wilcox, an "Avengers" fan who is battling cancer.
	Ryan Wilcox, 18, is a huge Marvel fan and especially loves Chris Evans' Captain America so Gwyneth Paltrow, who played Pepper Potts in 'Iron Man', arranged for him and Robert to fly to San Diego, California, to visit him, reported Female First.
	She shared a picture of the two actors with Ryan and wrote, "Today @ryanwilcox0303 got a little surprise. Thank you to the incredible #chrisevans and my better work half @robertdowneyjr for being the men you both are. And thank you to the Wilcox family for your hospitality! #ryanstrong (sic)."
	The visit came after Gwyneth previously spoke about Ryan on Instagram and vowed to make the visit happen.
	After the visit, Chris took to Twitter where he called Ryan "cool than I could ever hope to be".

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