Pop star Bryan Adams has cancelled a concert scheduled for April 14 in Mississippi, US, to protest a new state law that critics describe as discriminatory.
	Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant last week signed a controversial "religious freedom" bill that critics and business interests in the state say is discriminatory against gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people.
	Taking to his Instagram post, Adams, 56, announced the cancellation of his performance, reported Fox News.
	"Mississippi has passed anti-LGBT 'Religious Liberty' bill 1523. I find it incomprehensible that LGBT citizens are being discriminated against in the state of Mississippi.
	"I cannot in good conscience perform in a State where certain people are being denied their civil rights due to their sexual orientation. Therefore I'm cancelling my 14 April show at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum. Using my voice I stand in solidarity with all my LGBT friends to repeal this extremely discriminatory bill," he wrote.
	Adams ...

Bryan Adams refuses to play in Mississippi over anti-LGBT law

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TV anchor and model Rochelle Rao is all set to be a part of the comedy series "The Kapil Sharma Show".
	The new show will have Rochelle adding glam quotient in the role of a nurse.
	"People saw different aspects of my personality in my previous shows. 'The Kapil Sharma Show' will now give me the opportunity to take that forward. I am hoping to carry on the other side of me, which is funny and emotional," Rochelle said in a statement.
	The 27-year-old former Miss India International hosted season six of the Indian Premier League (IPL) and was also seen as a contestant on season five of "Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi".
	"The show will also help me grow as an actor. My nurse character on it will portray a glamorous side, but I won't be going overboard as one can't flaunt that too much on the show, which requires you to be funny and silly," she added.
	"The Kapil Sharma Show" will premiere on April 23 on Sony.

Rochelle Rao to be part of 'The Kapil Sharma Show'

The Bombay High Court today refused to stay the release of Shah Rukh Khan-starrer film "Fan" following a suit filed by a writer alleging copyright infringement, but asked the actor and the movie's producer Yashraj Films to file their replies within two weeks.
	"Fan" is scheduled for release on April 15.
	Justice Gautam Patel was hearing a suit filed by writer-director Mahesh Doijode, who claimed that he wrote a script, which has similarities with "Fan", in 1994 and had registered it with the Film Writers Association under the name 'Abhineta' in 1997.
	Doijode claimed he had narrated the story to director Yash Chopra in 1997 when the latter was shooting for his film "Dil Toh Pagal Hai". He said Chopra had liked the concept.
	He further claimed that following this, in 1998, he narrated the story to Shah Rukh Khan also.
	Doijode claimed that Yash Chopra had later asked him to get in touch with Aditya Chopra for further discussion, but nothing materialised.
	"However, when I saw the ...

HC refuses to stay "Fan" release on copyright violation charge

Actor Abhishek Bachchan says the one the thing he adores the most about his wife Aishwarya is the unconditional love she gives to people around her.
	The 40-year-old "Guru" actor, who will celebrating nine years of his marriage to the beauty queen on April 20, praised his wife during a Twitter chat with fans.
	"@juniorbachchan what is the one best thing about Aishwarya that you adore?" a follower asked to which the actor replied saying, "She loves unconditionally."
	The real life couple have appeared together in films like "Dhai Akshar Prem Ke," "Kuch Na Kaho," "Raavan" and "Guru" and Abhishek said he would like to team-up with his wife again.
	"Would love to," he replied, when he was asked about his plans to make a film with Aishwarya.
	Aishwarya will next be seen in filmmaker Omung Kumar's biopic "Sarbjit". The official trailer of the film will be out on April 14.

Aishwarya loves unconditionally: Abhishek Bachchan

Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar today released the teaser poster of "Sachin: A Billion Dreams", his upcoming biopic.
	Sachin, 42, is making his acting debut with the movie, which has been directed by award-winning British director James Erskine.
	The poster shows Sachin walking on the field carrying his bat and with pads on. "55 Days of training. One pair of trousers. The Sachin story," reads the caption on the poster.
	The film's teaser will be out on April 14.
	Taking to Twitter to share the first look of the film, Sachin wrote, "Thank you for all the love and support over the years! Watch the #SRTteaseron14thApril at 1 PM on @SachinTheFilm."
	The look was also shared by the official Twitter handle of the movie.
	"The journey has begun. Presenting the teaser poster of #SachinTheFilm. Get ready for #SRTteaseron14thApril at 1 PM."
	A Mumbai-based production company 200NotOut has helmed the movie.
	The retired batsman, who played an astonishing 200 Tests and scored 100 centuries across ..

Sachin Tendulkar unveils poster of his biopic

Pop star Britney Spears is reportedly planning to release her new album next month.
	According to former "Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous" host, Robin Leach, Spears will come up with the follow-up to 2013's "Britney Jean" in May.
	In a tweet posted over the weekend, Leech said that Britney would select the lead single from her forthcoming record on Monday, April 11 and shoot the video a week later on April 18. The album itself is "coming in four weeks."
	Spears has been working hard on what would be her ninth studio installment with several songwriters including Julia Michaels and Justin Tranter.

Britney Spears releasing new album next month?

Actress Drew Barrymore and estranged husband Will Kopelman will stay close following their split.
	The 41-year-old "Miss You Already" plan to stay friends as they still have a lot of mutual respect for each other, reported Femalefirst.
	"Will became close with all of her friends, and have never at any point (in their marriage) lived separate lives ... This is just a case of two people mutually falling out of love, and while opposites may attract, it's often unsustainable.
	"He travelled to live with her on every set on her movies, to help take care of their kids on those locations. He was also always present as a fixture in support of her beauty and wine businesses. His father has even been an active sounding board for her makeup line," a source said.
	The actress and her husband of four years announced their separation last week.

Drew Barrymore, Will Kopelman to stay friends following split

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has praised actor Emraan Hashmi for being a "brave father".
	Hashmi, 37, recently released a book on his son's battle with cancer, titled "Kiss of Life", which talks about the hardships he and his wife faced when their son was diagnosed with cancer at the age of four in 2014.
	Bachchan, 73, who sent a special letter for the actor's son, called the little ones' strength unbeatable.
	"Thank You for being such a brave father... And to Ayaan, what can one say... His strength and will is unbeatable," the "Wazir" actor tweeted.
	Hashmi shared the special note from the Bollywood superstar on Twitter yesterday.

Amitabh Bachchan applauds Emraan for being 'brave father'

Disney's live-action adventure, "The Jungle Book," has struck gold at the box office by earning Rs 40.19 crores in just three days.
	The Jon Favreau directed project, which released on Friday, collected Rs 16.59 crores on day three, making it the biggest single day ever for any Hollywood film released in India, Disney said in a statement.
	Starring Neel Sethi as Mowgli the film had opened to great response by minting Rs 10.09 crores on day one.
	According to Disney, it is also the highest opening three-day total for Hollywood as "Fast & Furious" earned approximately Rs 38 crores.
	The English version of the film, which has 48 per cent contribution in the box office collection, has Idris Elba voicing Shere Khan. The film also stars Scarlett Johansson, Christopher Walken, Ben Kingsley, Bill Murray and Lupita Nyong'o.
	The Hindi version of "The Jungle Book" has characters voiced by popular Bollywood celebrities.
	Priyanka Chopra has lent her voice to python Kaa, Irrfan is the voice ...

'The Jungle Book' mints Rs 40.19 crore in three days

Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan is all set to lend his voice to Chris Evans' Captain America in the Hindi version of the much-anticipated "Captain America: Civil War".
	The 28-year-old "Badlapur" star, who is a self-confessed fan of all Marvel movies, said it was very challenging for him to do the voice-over for the superhero film, and hopes the audience will like his effort.
	"Captain America is a matured and a balanced leader. This is something that I am not. So, that made it all the more challenging for me. 'Captain America: Civil War' is bigger better and the action is huge," Varun said in a statement.
	"It's a film for kids and adults and the actual moral of the film is something I loved and believed in. So, I was very happy to voice it. The film has an amazing connect with kids and that was one of the main reasons for me to do it."
	The film is being distributed in India by Disney.
	"Captain America: Civil War" releases in India in four languages - English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu .

Varun Dhawan to voice 'Captain America' in Hindi

Bollywood'sleading music composer duo VishalDadlani andShekharRavjani, along with songstress Neeti Mohan enthralled music lovers here with foot tapping numbers during a concert which is part of their US Tour.
	VishalandShekhar set the stage on fire for over three hours on Friday, with their non-stop performance at the revolving stage in Arena Theatre, dazzling nearly 3000 music lovers.
	The duo teamed with Neeti to perform on hit numbers like "Jiya Re", "Ishq Wala Love", "I Hate Luv Stories", "Gehra Ishq", "Zehnaseeb", "Balam Pichkari", "Selfie Le", "Tune Mari Entry", "Salaam Namaste", "Gulabo", "Desi Girl", "Mitwa", "Lag Ja Galay", "Meri Umar Kay Naujawaano" and some Raj Kapoor and Kishore Kumar hits.
	Vishal and Shekhar interacted with the auidence throughout their show, which was opened by Neeti.
	"The concert was an absolute spectacular stage show with mind-blowing performances," an audience member said.
	The event was organised byRajendra Singh of Star Promotions, with National ..

Vishal-Shekhar perform in Hosuton

Actor Tiger Shroff says his father Jackie Shroff, who has enjoyed the adulation of his fans for years, is always tensed about how the audience will accept him.
	"My father is always tensed and scared on how the audience will (react)...Accept me or not. Being a son of a talented and great actor like him, there is pressure, and there are expectations. He understands that," Tiger told PTI.
	"Every star son has to face this thing. I work very hard to make my father and mother proud. That is my goal."
	According to Tiger, his father loved the trailer of his upcoming film "Baaghi".
	"My family is very happy about this film. My father doesn't speak much but I could sense that he is very happy. The biggest high for me is when my parents are happy."
	In his debut film "Heropanti", Tiger stunned everyone with his action and dancing skills. Now for his second film "Baaghi" the young actor has learnt Kalaripayattu, an ancient martial art form from Kerala.
	Chief Commando trainer Grandmaster ...

Father is always tensed about audience acceptance for me:Tiger

Actor Boman Irani says he missed "Housefull" franchise director Sajid Khan while working on the third installment, which is being helmed by filmmaker duo Sajid-Farhad.
	Sajid Khan had directed the first two "Housefull" films, both starring Boman in a comical role. The upcoming "Houseful 3" features Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, Riteish Deshmukh and Lisa Haydon.
	"They (Sajid-Farhad) were writers on the previous two. I surely miss Sajid Khan, but these guys have gotten something different, given another slant to it," Boman told PTI.
	Sajid-Farhad made their directorial debut with Akshay Kumar-starrer "Entertainment" in 2014, and have also written films like "Dilwale", "Chennai Express" and "Boss".
	Boman said the duo have a great working style as they are focused on what they want from their actors.
	"They are very lovely, hardworking and extremely amiable persons, yet very specific in what they require. They used to get the desired results out ..

I miss Sajid Khan: Boman Irani on 'Housefull 3'

Acclaimed drama "Room" was the big winner at the Irish Film and TV Awards, scooping seven trophies including best film and best director for Lenny Abrahamson.
	Oscar winner Brie Larson was named best international actress for the movie, which was produced by Ireland's Element Pictures.
	"Room" also also picked up awards for best script film, best editing, and original Music, reported BBC.
	Liam Neeson was also honoured with the Outstanding Contribution to Cinema Award, which was presented to him by Irish President Michael D Higgins.
	The Taken star said he was "honoured" and "flattered" by his latest accolade, but also added, "It's a little embarrassing."
	Actress and humanitarian Roma Downey was also among those saluted - she was presented with the Irish Diaspora Award by rocker and Live Aid hero Bob Geldof.
	There were also trophies for Michael Fassbender (best lead actor for 'Steve Jobs'), Saoirse Ronan (best lead actress for 'Brooklyn'), and Oscar winners "Spotlight" (best ...

'Room' wins seven honours at Irish Film And TV Awards

Singer Miley Cyrus and actor Liam Hemsworth have made their first public outing together since rekindling their romance and were spotted on a family lunch date.
	The 23-year-old reunited with the "Hunger Games" star over the Christmas last year, spending time with him and his relatives in his native Australia.
	Since then, reports have suggested the young couple are giving its relationship another go, after originally calling off an engagement in September, 2013.
	Now, the pair has been photographed arriving in the same car for dinner with Liam's family in Los Angeles, reported Entertainment Tonight.
	Miley wore sunglasses and her blonde hair pulled back in a bun for the casual outing, while Liam, 26, donned jeans, a white T-shirt and blue jacket.
	They were joined by Liam's brothers Luke, 35, and Chris, 32, and Luke's wife Samantha.
	The gang dined at organic Mexican restaurant Gracias Madre in West Hollywood and appeared in good spirits as they left the venue.
	Miley and Liam are ...

Miley Cyrus' lunch date with Liam Hemsworth and his family

Kevin Simm has been crowned this year's winner of BBC talent show "The Voice", beating rival Jolan to take the crown.
	The 35-year-old singer is a talent show veteran, having previously appeared on 2001 BBC show "Popstars", where he formed group Liberty X with Michelle Heaton, Tony Lundon, Jessica Taylor and Kelli Young.
	After his victory was announced, the father of two said: "I can't believe it. I'm so grateful to everyone who has voted for me. I couldn't have dreamed this would happen, especially at my ripe old age."
	In the early 2000s Simm had enjoyed 10 consecutive top 20 singles with Liberty X. But after the group split in 2007 he had been reduced to 100 pounds a night gigs to provide for his family.
	"I had resigned myself to singing in holiday parks, pubs and clubs for the rest of my days. But I just thought I need to just do something. I didn't want to get to a certain age and think I should have given it a shot," he said.
	Simm was mentored in the competition by Kaiser ...

Former Liberty X singer Kevin Simm wins 'The Voice'

Filmmaker Guy Ritchie was seen dropping son Rocco at Madonna's London home after a judge urged the feuding parents to end their custody battle.
	The exes have been locked in a bitter feud over the custody of their 15-year-old son since December.
	But it looks like the battle is now over as Rocco spent around two hours at the Queen of Pop's home, reported Daily Mirror.
	Ritchie, 47, was spotted pulling up outside Madonna's plush pad before Rocco, dressed in a green jumper and purple trousers, stepped inside.
	Last month, a High Court judge in London urged Madonna, 57, and Ritchie to try to settle the four-month battle over their son and focus on enjoying what is left of Rocco's "precious" childhood.
	The judge warned the pair that "summer does not last forever" - and said their child would "very quickly" become an adult.
	He pleaded with them to resolve their differences in a ruling on the latest stage of litigation following a hearing in the Family Division.
	And he ruled that Madonna 

Guy Ritchie takes son Rocco to see Madonna

"Beverly Hills, 90210" star Gabrielle Carteris has become the president of Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) for the next 16 months as the successor to the late Ken Howard, who died March 23.
	The union's national board made the decision in a vote by acclamation. Carteris has been serving as acting president since Howard's death.
	She had been re-elected to the post of executive vice president at the union's bi-annual convention in October, topping Patricia Richardson, reported Variety.
	The SAG-AFTRA Constitution, enacted in 2012 as part of the merger of SAG and AFTRA, provides that the executive VP will succeed the president should the office be vacated with the national board then selecting the president to serve the balance of the unexpired term.
	SAG-AFTRA's next election will take place in August 2017.
	"I am deeply honored to be chosen by the SAG-AFTRA National Board to serve the union and its members as president," said ...

Gabrielle Carteris selected as SAG-AFTRA president

Former Skid Row singer Sebastian Bach reunited with Axl Rose onstage at Guns N' Roses' Las Vegas concert this weekend.
	The rock legends played the second of two Sin City shows at the T-Mobile Arena on Saturday, and they surprised fans by introducing Bach to the stage to share vocals on "My Michelle", reported Rolling Stone magazine.
	Bach is a familiar face to G N' R fans as he has been a frequent guest at the group's live gigs since 2006, joining Rose to belt out the "Appetite for Destruction" track.
	However, Saturday's show marked Bach's first time in the limelight with the classic G N' R line-up, featuring guitarist Slash and bassist Duff McKagan, and he revelled in the opportunity to rock out with the iconic musicians.
	"I think I speak for Las Vegas when I say one thing: thank you for making us so happy, GUNS N' ROSES," he exclaimed, before adding, "Is this great or what?"
	Rose was forced to sit for much of the Vegas shows after breaking his foot during the band's 'secret' set 

Sebastian Bach joins Guns N' Roses onstage in Vegas

Actress Gwyneth Paltrow has admitted that she is better off being friends with her ex husband Chris Martin.
	The "Shakespeare in Love" actress split from the Coldplay frontman two years ago after ten years of marriage, but the pair has been able to maintain an amicable relationship for the sake of their two children, Apple, 11, and Moses, 10, reported Ace Showbiz.
	"I think we are better as friends than we were (married). We are very close and supportive of one another," Paltrow said in an interview to Marie Claire Australia.
	The stars regularly spend time together and still holiday as a family, and the 43-year-old actress thinks they have managed to navigate their split as best as they possibly could.
	"It hasn't always been easy for us because you have good days and bad days as you do in life with anything, but I feel lucky because Chris has been willing to push himself for the sake of the kids and help me co-create this new family.It's like we are still a family, but not a ...

Chris Martin and I are better as friends: Gwyneth Paltrow

"Star Wars: The Phantom Menace" star Jake Lloyd has been reportedly diagnosed with schizophrenia and transferred to a psychiatric ward after spending nearly 10 months in jail.
	The actor who starred as a young Anakin Skywalker in "The Phantom Menace" was arrested last year after he led police on a high-speed chase across two counties in South Carolina.
	According to TMZ, the child-star was transferred to the psychiatric centre after authorities concluded he needed help with his schizophrenia.
	 Lloyd's mother Lisa revealed her son's struggles with the mental disorder last year, and said the actor attacked her several months earlier after failing to take his medication.
	The 27-year-old actor was charged last northern summer with reckless driving, failure to stop and driving without a driver's licence after he eventually crashed through a fence.

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