Shahid Kapoor has finished shooting for "Rangoon", where he is donning his career's most demanding role.
	The 35-year-old actor, who is reteaming with Vishal Bhardwaj for the period drama, is receiving praise for his stint as a drug addict rockstar in his forthcoming project "Udta Punjab".
	"Morning tweeps. Last day on #Rangoon trailer launch of #UdtaPunjab big day. Feeling the vibes," he posted on Twitter yesterday.
	In "Rangoon", which also stars Saif Ali Khan and Kangana Ranaut, Shahid is playing an INA soldier.

Shahid Kapoor wraps up 'Rangoon' shoot

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Guns N' Roses frontman Axl Rose will replace AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson for the remainder of their latest Rock Or Bust stadium tour.
	Brian Johnson was told to stop performing live or risk total hearing loss, said The Hollywood Reporter.
	"AC/DC band members would like to thank Brian Johnson for his contributions and dedication to the band throughout the years. We wish him all the best with his hearing issues and future ventures.
	"As much as we want this tour to end as it started, we understand, respect and support Brian's decision to stop touring and save his hearing. We are dedicated to fulfilling the remainder of our touring commitments to everyone that has supported us over the years, and are fortunate that Axl Rose has kindly offered his support to help us fulfill this commitment," the band wrote in a statement.
	AC/DC's Rock Or Bust stadium tour resumes May 7 in Lisbon, Portugal and runs through June 12. Following the European run, Rose will head out on his Guns N' Roses 'Not 

Guns N' Roses singer Axl Rose to join AC/DC for tour

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan today visited the Sainik School Satara and said he was impressed by the discipline and patriotism of its students.
	Addressing students of India's first Sainik School, inaugurated in 1961 by the then Defence Minister, the actor lauded the supreme sacrifice by its alumnus Col Santosh Mahadik, School's Registrar Lt Col Ranjit Nalawade told PTI.
	37-year-old Col Mahadik was martyred during a fierce gun-battle with militants in north Kashmir's Kupwara district last year.
	The officer, who originally belonged to the elite 21 Para unit of the Special Forces, was awarded Sena Medal (Gallantry) for his exceptional service and leadership as a young officer.
	He was commissioned into the Army in 1998. The son of a milkman, Col Mahadik studied at the Satara Sainik School.
	"I am impressed by your discipline and patriotism," the 51-year-old actor told students, at an event at the school auditorium.
	The "Fanaa" star also asked students to save water, in view of ...

Aamir Khan impressed by Sainik School kids

Cricketer-turned -politician Kirti Azad is all set to debut as an actor in a film which focuses on Bihar's falling behind in the national cricket scene after bifurcation 15 years ago.
	The third-term Lok Sabha member from Darbhanga is shooting for the movie "Kirket" at different locations in Darbhanga. The popular game is colloquially referred as Kirket in Bihar.
	Asked how easy is acting, Azad told PTI on-location, "Since I am enacting the character of myself, it comes naturally and I find no reason to be afraid of facing the camera during shoots."
	He said besides Darbhanga, the film's shooting would also take place in Patna, Noida and Mumbai.
	The movie, scripted by Vishal Vijay Kumar, who had penned the story of Sunny Doel's new movie "Ghayal Once Again" and directed by Joginder Singh, is expected to hit the screen early next year, its producer Sonu Jha said.
	Jha said Sonam Chabbra is the lead female character in the movie.
 	Azad said the BJP MP from Patna Sahib, Shatrughan ...

MP Kirti Azad now dons actor's hat in film on cricket

Trains of the bygone era, Hindu deities and popular Bollywood posters - all come together as one evocative story on the canvas of Nepalese artist Uma Shankar Shah.
	Presented by Gallerie Ganesha, his first solo show in the city titled 'Roti- Beti' comprises paintings (oils and acrylics) and etchings is set to be exhibited at the Visual Arts Gallery, from April 18 to April 24.
	Shah is also exhibiting an 18-feet long, three-dimensional train installation - in fibre and metal - which with its roof and compartments, platform and human figures, aims to being alive the whole rail experience for the viewers.
 	Says 51-year-old Shah, a Fine Arts Lecturer at Tribhuwan University,"Nepalese have been astonished by trains ever since their introduction in India by the British and it became a symbol of a search for new life in the hearts of Nepalese people."
	The establishment of the Indian Railway, which was to be an asset for the British economy at the time, brought about a variety of changes to 

Nepalese artist captures love for trains, Bollywood on canvas

Veteran actress Helen Mirren believes that the English football David Beckham changed the dialogue of what men could be.
	Mirren, 70 , said he does not shy away from babysitting, reported Daily Mirror.
	"When I was growing up, you never ever saw a man pushing a pram or holding a baby, and you know who helped change that? David Beckham.
	"The wonderful David Beckham, whom I so admire, was one of the first men to be photographed pushing a pram. And because it was David Beckham, the incredible footballer... It suddenly changed the dialogue of what men could be," she added.

Helen Mirren admires David Beckham

Bride-to-be Blac Chyna reportedly does not want any of the Kardashian family brand.
	Rob Kardashian's new model fiancee won't, "under any circumstances," associate herself with the reality-star family's brand, hire momager Kris Jenner to represent her, or appear on "Keeping Up with the Kardashians", reported TMZ.
	The former video vixen - who's more focused on fashioning her own business empire - apparently also takes issue with claims that she has profited from the E! moguls.
	Kardashian, meanwhile, has apparently scored several deals promoting products on social media since he and Chyna began their courtship earlier this year.

Blac Chyna wants nothing to do with Kardashian family brand

Designer Calvin Klein himself doesn't think Kendall Jenner was the best choice of model for the recent campaigns.
	The 73-year-old CK head honcho, who no longer has complete control over the brand, was talking at an event at Savannah College of Art and Designer when he was asked about her involvement in the sizzling underwear adverts, reported Daily Mirror.
	"You know, I'm really not that familiar with it. I'm honestly not. I'm sure she's a lovely young woman. It's not the kind of thing I would have done, even today. Justin Bieber, yes," he replied.
	He went on to praise pop star Bieber but called out models for being booked on the basis of how many social media followers they have.
	"When I say I like Justin Bieber in the Calvin Klein Underwear campaign, it's because I like him - not because he's got millions of followers," he said.
	"Now, models are paid for how many followers they have. They're booked not because they represent the essence of the designer, which is what I tried to .

Calvin Klein blasts Kendall Jenner's adverts

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan's latest offering "Fan" is receiving critical acclaim and Ken Metzker, who worked on the final look of the film, feels it was a challenging experience.
	Directed by Maneesh Sharma, "Fan" features Shah Rukh in a double-role as both an obsessive fan 'Gaurav' and the object of his obsession, superstar 'Aryan Khanna'.
	Metzker, who works as a colourist with Prime Focus company, found it tough to work on the character of 'Gaurav' as the actor's face was digitally restructured through VFX to make him look younger.
	He associated with cinematographer of "Fan", Manu Anand, to ensure a realistic grade (colour) for both the live action and the VFX elements in the images.
	"Working with Manu (Anand) was a truly enriching experience... Grading a movie as heavy on VFX as 'Fan' is always a challenge and we worked closely together to ensure that the overall look of the movie was consistent with the director's vision for the film," Metzker said in a statement.
	"We are all ...

Grading film as heavy on VFX as 'Fan' challenging: Ken Metzker

Actor Shahid Kapoor says his upcoming film "Udta Punjab" on substance abuse is not an issue of just one state and needs to be addressed on a pan-India level.
	"For 'Haider', we used Kashmir as the backdrop but the story was human journey. An issue that is of one state can be an issue of entire country. It's not that we are saying through this film that the issue exists only in one state, it is just that we chose Punjab as the backdrop," Shahid told reporters last night at the film's trailer launch.
	"It is an issue that needs to be addressed... It's a real issue for parents and children. It is courageous on part of our director Abhishek Chaubey to talk about it," he said.
	The "Jab We Met" star hopes the audiences understand the context of the film.
	"It's a fictional film with fictional characters but it has an important issue. I hope people will take it in the right context."
	Shahid, who plays a Punjabi pop star in the film, said it was difficult for him to get into the skin of the 

Substance abuse issue needs to be addressed, says Shahid

Veteran actor Jeetendra and Anil Kapoor were today named for Maharashtra government's awards in memory of late Raj Kapoor.
	Jeetendra, 74, will be given Raj Kapoor Lifetime Contribution Award and the 59-year-old "Virasat" star will receive the Raj Kapoor Special Contribution Award, Maharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister Vinod Tawde said in a statement.
	The lifetime award carries a citation, a trophy and a cash prize of Rs 5 lakh while the special contribution award carries a citation, a trophy and a cash prize of Rs 3 lakh, it said.
	The award ceremony will be held here on April 30.
	Anil made his Hindi film cameo appearance with Umesh Mehra's "Hamare Tumhare" in 1979 before gaining prominence with the hit "Tezaab".
	He shot to global fame with his role in Danny Boyle's Academy Award-winning film "Slumdog Millionaire".
	Jeetendra, who featured in popular films like "Himmatwala", "Tohfa" and "Dharam Veer", was last seen in a cameo appearance in Shah Rukh Khan's "Om Shanti Om".

Jeetendra, Anil Kapoor get Maha Govt's Raj Kapoor awards

Director Abhishek Chaubey says he wanted to bring the issue of substance abuse at the national level with his film "Udta Punjab".
	"This (substance abuse) is a serious issue. We knew that discussions are going on it. Punjab is an important state and there is drug abuse happening there but there was no discussion on the national level," Abhishek told reporters here at the trailer launch of "Udta Punjab".
	"Through this film, our primary motive was to bring this issue on national level. I am glad Ekta Kapoor (producer) and Phantom (production house) came on board and helped in creating such a huge star cast," he said.
	The crime drama throws light on the issue of drug and its menace which has affected Punjab and how it is trafficked and its nexus in the state.
	According to Abhishek, "Udta Punjab" is an apt title for the film. The "Ishqiya" helmer clarifies that the film is not for children.
	"This is not for kids. I don't think too much while writing I just write what is right for the .

Wanted to bring drug abuse issue at centre stage: Abhishek

Veteran actor Dilip Kumar, who is suffering from respiratory problems, is recovering well but doctors said he will have to stay in the hospital for another four days.
	Kumar, 93, was admitted to Lilavati hospital in suburban Bandra early morning yesterday.
	"He is much better than at the time of admission. He is recovering well," said Dr Jalil Parkar, who is attending to him along with other doctors.
	When asked how long he will be in the hospital, Parkar said, "May be another four-five days."
	Kumar's wife, actress Saira Banu had earlier said that the actor was hospitalised as he was suffering from high fever, chest infection and respiratory problems.
	"Oral drugs would not act as fast as the IV injections, the doctors advised. Hence it became necessary to shift him to a hospital. He is recovering well and is stable by the grace of God and the care of the doctors treating him," Saira said.
	The legendary actor, whose real name is Mohammad Yusuf Khan, acted in many superhit films ...

Dilip Kumar recovering, will be in hospital for some more time

"Daredevil" actress Rosario Dawson was arrested at in Washington, DC after taking part in a Democracy Spring protest and appeared to be in good spirits during her encounter with police.
	The 36-year-old actress was arrested by cops on April 15 along with many other people for crossing police line to stage a sit-in during the Democracy Spring rally in Washington D.C. She was fined for USD 50 after briefly detained, reported The Guardian.
	The group criticised the corruption in the US politics.
	They called for the overturn of "Citizens United" law that removes restriction about the campaign spending by outside organisations.
	The actress also showed support for presidential candidate Bernie Sanders during the Capitol Hill protest.
	"I wanted personally to be in solidarity with the other folks who put themselves on the line and really just to bring attention to this because I think that's just vitally important," she said.
	"The police were really great with us, really lovely. I have to 

Rosario Dawson arrested during protest in Washington DC

Indian-origin British actor Dev Patel says he is still best friends with his ex-girlfriend Freida Pinto despite ending their relationship in 2014.
	The pair, who met on the set of "Slumdog Millionaire", - split after six years together.
	Dev, however, said they are still close and he will always cherish memories of their relationship, reported Femalefirst.
	"Oh, she's great. She's awesome, dude. She has been one of the most impactful people on my life. We shared a very beautiful experience together not only cinematically but personally so I'll always have great respect for her," Dev told Times Weekend magazine.
	Currently Dev, 25, is enjoying the single life, dividing his time between his new home in Los Angeles and his family in London.
	"The most important women in my life are my mum and older sister, Komal. They are brutally frank -- they are the people who keep me grounded through any possible ego moments.
	"I'm a ball of energy. If I'm not asleep, I'm going at full speed at ...

Dev Patel still 'best friends' with ex Freida Pinto

Former Kiss lead guitarist Ace Frehley has been hospitalised for exhaustion and forced to cancel a show in New York.
	A post on his website and Facebook page says the 64-year-old musician was admitted to a hospital after Friday's show at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, reported Ace Showbiz.
	The post says his symptoms are due to 'exhaustion and dehydration,' he has 'reluctantly' agreed to cancel Saturday night's sold-out show at The Chance in Poughkeepsie.
	"After extensive testing, it was determined that Ace's symptoms were due to exhaustion and dehydration," the statement read.
	"In consultation with his doctors, Ace, who aside from the exhaustion and dehydration has been given a clean bill of health, has reluctantly agreed to cancel the sold out show at the Chance in Poughkeepsie, NY. The venue is working to reschedule the date in late September and expects to announce an exact date later this week."
	It added: "Once released from the hospital, Ace will be ...

Former Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley admitted to hospital

A wife of one of the passengers who died during the September plane crash on the set of Tom Cruise's upcoming movie "Mena" is suing the studios and the late pilot's estate for wrongful death.
	Alan Purwin's widow claims the pilot in the plane crash which killed her husband was unqualified, reported Ace Showbiz.
	The complaint filed on Friday, April 15 by Alan's widow and children read, "Defendants knew that the Accident Aircraft would be flown over rugged, mountainous terrain and in the Republic of Colombia, and yet failed to ensure that Carlos Berl was competent, qualified, rested and sufficiently informed for the flight."
	The suit names Cross Creek Pictures, Imagine Entertainment, Vendian Entertainment and Quadrant Pictures as defendants.
	Alan's widow claims the pilot was not actually a member of the crew. The producers violated the closed set policies by allowing him on location.
	In addition to the production companies, Alan's family is suing the estate of Carlos, the Colombian .

Producer sued for wrongful death after crew's plane crash

Amitabh Bachchan has informed that ailing legendary actor Dilip Kumar, who is in hospital for respiratory problems, is doing good now.
	The "Piku" star said he had a word with the 93-year-old actor's wife Saira Banu about his health.
	"Saira ji informs me that he (Dilip Kumar) is doing fine, by the grace of the Almighty... Prayers for a speedy recovery...," he posted on Twitter.
	Kumar was admitted to the hospital yesterday morning after he complained of respiratory problems.
	Banu had said they had to take him to the hospital as he was suffering from high fever and chest infection since April 15 night.
	 The legendary actor, whose real name is Mohammad Yusuf Khan, acted in many superhit films during his six-decade long career such as "Madhumati", "Devdas", "Mughal-e-Azam", "Ganga Jamuna", "Ram Aur Shyam" and "Karma".
     He was last seen in the film "Qila" in 1998.
	Kumar was awarded the Dadasaheb Phalke award in 1994 and the Padma Vibhushan in 2015.

Dilip sahab is fine: Amitabh Bachchan

Singer Prince is resting at home following his hospitalisation on early Friday morning.
	The 57-year-old singer was rushed to hospital in Illinois after his private plane was forced to make an emergency landing when he fell ill on board, reported People magazine.
	A representative for the singer confirmed that was taken to the hospital in Moline, Illinois, where he was treated and released three hours later. He is said to have been battling flu for a number of weeks.
	Prince is currently in the middle of his 'Piano and a Microphone' tour, but last week he postponed two shows in Atlanta after falling ill. After rescheduling the shows, he performed in the city on Thursday night.
	Last month Prince announced he was writing his first memoir, which is expected to arrive in autumn 2017. Tentatively titled 'The Beautiful Ones' the book has been described by publishers as 'an unconventional and poetic journey through his life and creative work'.

Prince resting at home, doing fine

Pop star Britney Spears is reportedly desperate to go on a date with actor Leonardo DiCaprio.
	The "Toxic" hitmaker recently shared a throwback photo of herself and the "Revenant" actor and it was a ploy by the 34-year-old singer to strike up a romance with the 41-year-old star, reported Femalefirst.
	"Britney has insisted she'll do whatever it takes to catch Leo's attention and has even sent him tickets to her Vegas show, as well as reaching out to him personally on Twitter after taking control of her social media accounts again," a source said.

Britney Spears wants to date Leonardo DiCaprio

Jennifer Garner shot to fame with her role in "Alias" but director J J Abrams has revealed that TV executives were concerned that she was not hot enough.
	The actress played the role of super spy Sydney Bristow in the 2001 show.
	"I wrote Alias thinking about her," Abrams said Friday during a conversation with Chris Rock at the Tribeca Film Festival in downtown Manhattan, as part of the fest's ongoing Director Series.
	"I finished it, she came in, was amazing. And I remember someone at the network was like, 'I don't know, is she hot enough?' "
	Garner went on to snag the role, playing the stealth double agent for five seasons until 2006.
	"They're always second-guessing, everyone's always afraid at networks," Abrams said, adding she was perfect for the role.
	"Jen was so great, and she did everything. And it was incredible doing the pilot, I remember watching her kind of find this strength in herself. It was just so cool to see, and she just did a spectacular job," he said of the ...

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