"Indiana Jones" is swinging back into theaters with Harrison Ford reprising the iconic role and Steven Spielberg directing.
	The Walt Disney Co. Announced today that the fifth film in the action adventure series will open July 19, 2019.
	The last "Indiana Jones" movie was 2008's poorly received "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull," which co-starred Shia LaBeouf as Indiana's son.
	It followed a nearly 20-year gap in the franchise after 1989's "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade."
	Another "Indiana Jones" film has long been rumoured, occasionally with whispers of different actors taking over the role from the 73-year-old Ford.
	But Spielberg has repeatedly insisted Ford would never be replaced.
	The actor's return as his famous fedora-wearing archaeologist comes shortly after reprising his equally iconic Han Solo in "Star Wars: The Force Awakens."
	"Indiana Jones is one of the greatest heroes in cinematic history, and we can't wait to bring him back to the screen in ...

'Indiana Jones' to return with Ford and Spielberg

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With cash flowing faster than the Yangtze river, Hollywood is awash with ever-expanding volumes of Chinese funding, but analysts are warning the film industry there's no such thing as a free lunch.
	The Beijing-based Wanda Group's record-breaking deal in January to buy US film studio Legendary Pictures finally confirmed the long-heralded emergence of the world's second biggest box office as a major player in Tinseltown.
	The USD 3.5 billion agreement is the largest-ever cultural takeover by China, with US studios keen to capitalize on its burgeoning cinema market at a time when Beijing is pushing entertainment as a source of "soft power."
	Legendary, the maker of "Jurassic World," "Godzilla" and the latest Batman trilogy, has grossed more than USD 11 billion worldwide since it was founded in 2005, mostly with the kind of big-budget blockbusters popular with Chinese audiences.
	"It's a win-win situation... Because the China market is really incredibly taking off and Hollywood has a ...

China buys soft power with hard cash in Hollywood

Angelina Jolie, the Hollywood actress and special envoy for the UN's refugee agency, said today that the international community must address the root causes of the global refugee crisis.
	"We cannot manage the world through aid relief in the place of diplomacy and political solutions," she said under the pouring rain at a press conference in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley.
	Hundreds of thousands of Syrians have sought refuge in the Bekaa. Lebanon hosts well over a million Syrian refugees, who now account for nearly a fifth of its population.
	Jolie said she had hoped to be in Syria helping victims return to their homes on the fifth anniversary of the uprising against President Bashar Assad. She said it's "tragic and shameful that we seem to be so far from that point."
	There are now more people displaced through conflict around the globe than during World War II, according to the UN.
	The war in Syria between Assad's government, rebels and foreign jihadis has drawn in world powers and ...

Angelina Jolie, in Lebanon, says world has failed refugees

Bollywood actress Athiya Shetty says celebrities do have the pressure to look good always, but it's fine if they want to stay normal at times.
	Athiya, who made her Hindi film debut last year with "Hero," said fans should understand that celebrities are also normal people like them.
	"There is a pressure to look good always and look your best. But I think it is important to feel normal sometimes. Because people look upto us and they should also know we are normal. So, it is ok to have an off day. It is ok for celebrities to not look good always," Athiya told PTI.
	The 23-year-old actress, who is the face of Maybelline New York, is now looking forward to walking the ramp at Amazon India Fashion Week (AIFW) Autumn-Winter 2016 for Namrata Joshipura'.
	Talking about her look at the fashion week, Athiya said it will be classy.
	"I am really excited that I am walking for Namrata. I love her clothes. They are extremely young, vivacious and very New York. The look is a mixture of being both ..

Ok for celebrities to not look good always: Athiya Shetty

Producer-director Sajid Nadiadwala says they are working on the script of the second installment of Salman Khan-starrer "Kick".
	Sajid Nadiadwala's directorial venture "Kick" was an official remake of a Telugu movie of the same name. The action film, starring Salman and Jacqueline Fernandez, turned out to be a blockbuster.
	"We are still writing. It's in scripting stage. It will mostly happen next year. There is a pressure, but we are working hard on the script," Sajid told PTI.
	In "Kick", Salman played the role of Devi Lal Singh, a highly intelligent but adventurous man who is always looking for a 'kick' in his life.
	The 'Dabangg' Khan had announced that "Kick 2" will have a fresh pairing, and that Jacqueline won't be a part of the sequel.
	Actresses Amy Jackson, Sonakshi Sinha and Kriti Sanon are being speculated as the contenders for the leading lady role. But according to Sajid, nothing is finalised about it.
	Sajid has an interesting slate of films lined-up for release as a ...

Salman's "Kick 2" in scripting stage, to roll next year

Randeep Hooda has shaved off his beard after wrapping up the shoot of upcoming biopic "Sarbjit", where he is playing the titular character of the Indian death row prisoner.
	For playing the role of Sarabjit Singh, the 39-year-old "Highway" star learned the Punjabi dialect and transformed his physique to suit the prisoner's body type.
	"Goodbye Sarbjit. Gratitude to Omung Kumar, Vanita Omung Kumar, Sandeep Singh, Richa Chadda, Kiran Deohans, Aishwarya Rai, crew," he posted on Twitter, along with a video in which he speaks in chaste Punjabi.
	Aishwarya play Sarabjit's sister, while Richa essays his wife.
	The shooting commenced in December and the movie will also be screened at the Cannes Film Festival 2016. It will release on May 20.

Randeep Hooda gets rid of rugged look post 'Sarbjit' shoot

Pakistani heartthrob Fawad Khan wishes to star in the remake of 1965 film "Guide", starring Dev Anand and Waheeda Rehman.
	The 34-year-old actor, who made his Bollywood debut with the remake of 1980 movie "Khoobsurat," said he is an admirer of that era of filmmaking.
	"There is a film, I have never seen it completely, but I have watched a portion of it in my childhood. It's 'Guide'. If offered, I would love to star in the remake. I am very big fan of travel driven films and also that period," Fawad told reporters.
	The actor, who became popular in India courtesy his TV shows "Humsafar" and "Zindagi Gulzar Hai," will next be seen in Bollywood film "Kapoor & Sons".
	Directed by Shakun Batra, the film also stars Alia Bhatt and Sidharth Malhotra. It will hit screens this Friday.

Would love to star in 'Guide' remake: Fawad Khan

Actress Alia Bhatt has denied reports claiming that she has been cast opposite superstar Hrithik Roshan for third intallment "Aashiqui".
	There were rumours that the 23-year-old actress, who made her debut with Karan Johar's "Student of the Year", will finally work with his father Mahesh Bhatt's banner in the third instalment of "Aashiqui" film series.
	"In my knowledge no 'Aashiqui 3' is happening right now. I am not offered anything like that," Alia told reporters here while promoting her upcoming film "Kapoor & Sons" here.
	 Directed by Shakun Batra, the film also stars Sidharth Malhotra and Fawad Khan. It will hit theatres this Friday.
	While the original "Aashiqui" (1990) starred Rahul Roy and Anu Aggarwal, "Aashiqui 2" released in 2013 and made stars out of Aditya Roy Kapur and Shraddha Kapoor.

Not offered 'Aashiqui 3': Alia Bhatt

Alia Bhatt and Sidharth Malhotra, lead pair of "Kapoor & Sons", have clarified that it is not a tale of love but story of a family.
	Asked why they always have a third party whenever they romance on-screen, Sidharth said, "It is just a coincidence that there is always another actor, whenever me and Alia are paired on-screen. But to clear the air surrounding the film, it is not a love triangle. We all are playing very small part in this ensemble. It is the story of a family. I am confident that people will relate to it."
	His co-star Alia added, "It is not a love triangle. It is about family, relationships, it is about a grandfather (Rishi Kapoor), who wants to bring his family together. There is a love angle but the plot of the film is about a family."
	Film's director Shakun Batra, who made his directorial debut with 2012 film "Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu," said the movie is beyond the tag of a love story with every character having its own tale and perspective.
	The film also stars ...

'Kapoor & Sons' not a love triangle: Starcast

"Twilight" actress Kristen Stewart and French singer Soko were spotted holding hands while walking side by side in Paris, amid dating rumours.
	The 25-year-old actress was seen with Soko, 30, in Paris on Sunday, March 13, reported Aceshowbiz.
	Kristen was seen wearing a black leather jacket atop a white T-shirt and rolled-up blue jeans. She completed her look with black sneakers, black sunglasses and a beanie hat.
	Soko rocked a fury coat, black leggings and black boots with her hair tied up in a retro bun.
	Earlier on the same day, Soko greeted Kristen at Charles de Gaulle airport with a bouquet of roses. The two looked radiant as they were all smiles while walking out of the airport, though Kristen looked less affectionate than the singer. At one point, they were also seen embracing each other.
	Outside the airport, Soko, who wore a red leather blazer over a black-and-white dress and black leggings, was photographed rubbing the back of her rumored girlfriend.
	They didn't seem to ...

Kristen Stewart, rumoured girlfriend spotted holding hands

Sony is paying Michael Jackson's estate 526m pound for the late pop star's share of a joint music publishing venture that it does not already own.
	Jackson held a 50 per cent stake in Sony ATV Music Publishing as part of a business partnership that began in 1995, reported BBC online.
	The purchase will give Sony the rights to about three million songs, including works by the Beatles, Bob Dylan and Taylor Swift.
	However, the deal does not include Jackson's master recordings.
	His estate will maintain its holdings in Mijac Music, which owns all the songs written by Jackson, as well as EMI Music Publishing.
	The purchase of Jackson's stake also strengthens Sony's US entertainment business, which includes a film studio and music recording company.

Sony buys out Michael Jackson music venture stake

"American Pie" actor Chris Klein's wife Laina Rose Thyfault is pregnant with their first child.
	Klein revealed the happy news yesterday, reported Female First.
	Sharing a photo of Thyfault's bump on Twitter, he wrote, "My beautiful wife Laina and I are expecting our first child.
	"23 weeks along. Gratefully blessed on my 37th B-Day."
	Klein and Thyfault tied the knot last year in August.
	The Hollywood hunk, who was previously in a relationship with "Batman Begins" actress Katie Holmes, first met Thyfault at a mutual friend's wedding and proposed to the blonde beauty in Venice Beach, California, back in December 2014.

Chris Klein to be a father

Actor Fawad Khan says Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi's comments that Pakistan's cricketers were loved more by Indians than the fans in his country were blown out of context.
	The 34-year-old Pakistani heartthrob, who was in the capital to promote his upcoming Bollywood film "Kapoor & Sons", said the issue will die down in sometime.
	"What happened with Afridi, I think it happens everywhere and anywhere that someone comes and creates an issue saying 'You said wrong or did wrong'. When Afridi said 'Indian fans have given us more love than what we get in Pakistan,' it was in some other context but something else was made out of it," Fawad told reporters.
	"I feel he gave the statement just to ease up the environment. This is a momentary thing. Somebody has just tried to misuse the quote. That will die with time. It doesn't mean that anyone can question his patriotism. He is a very proud Pakistani. And we are proud to have him as a representative of our country," he added.
	A day ...

Afridi's comments were taken out of context: Fawad Khan

Pop star Sam Smith has reportedly bought a collection of Egyptian artefacts.
	The "Stay With Me" hitmaker stopped by the Barakat Gallery in London's Mayfair, which specialises in ancient art, last week to buy some historic objects after being inspired by Adam Lambert, who has always been obsessed with Egyptian culture, following their meeting in New York, reported Female First.
	"Adam's passion has rubbed off on Sam. His first tattoo was the Egyptian Eye of Horus, which he got right before 'American Idol' to "protect" hit on the show. The first thing Sam did when he got back to the UK was check out the pieces in the gallery," a source said.

Sam Smith buys Egyptian artefacts?

Hollywood star Robert Downey Jr says there are no immediate plans to develop fourth installment of the hit "Iron Man" franchise.
	The 50-year-old actor will be seen in his superhero avatar in the upcoming "Captain America: Civil War" but fans will have to wait longer for Iron Man to come solo, reported USA Today.
	While Downey seems game to play this character for as long as Marvel lets him, he also admitted, "I don't think that's in the cards," when asked about "Iron Man 4".
	Since kicking off the Marvel Cinematic Universe franchise in 2008, the three "Iron Man" films have grossed more than USD 2 billion worldwide, and Downey's character has become one of the most prominent Avengers.

'Iron Man 4' not on the cards: Robert Downey Jr

Actor Ranveer Singh is set to pay a homage to megastar Amitabh Bachchan through his performance at the upcoming Times of India Film Awards (TOIFA), slated to take place on March 18.
	Besides Ranveer, superstars Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, actors Kareena Kapoor Khan, Varun Dhawan, Jacqueline Fernandez and rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh will also set the stage on fire with their scintillating acts.
	Shah Rukh will be dancing to his biggest hit songs, while "Bajrangi Bhaijaan" star Salman will put up a great show by performing an act for all the "Heroes of Bollywood".
	Kareena is set to pay a special tribute to the industry's divas. Varun will perform on all the current hit songs of Bollywood and Jacqueline will follow him by putting up an act on all her hit songs
	Honey will be seen performing on his super hit songs. To add to the excitement.
	Commenting on the slated performances, Shiamak Davar, who has choreographed the acts, said, "TOIFA is bringing the biggest Bollywood stars on stage ...

Ranveer to pay tribute to Amitabh Bachchan at TOIFA

Noted screenwriter-lyricist Jalees Sherwani, who is penning a film on former ATS chief K P Raghuvanshi, has expressed the desire to cast well-known actor Akshay Kumar in the lead role.
	The biopic on Raghuvanshi, titled "C 60", is about a commando squad formed by the officer to tackle Naxalism.
	"Producer Manju Bharti wanted to make a film on KP Raghuvanshi and the force that he formed to combat Naxalism. She found the story quite intriguing," Jalees told PTI.
	The makers are working on the script and it will take couple of months to finish it. The film will go on the floors by year-end.
	"We haven't zeroed-in on any actor for the film yet. I think Akshay Kumar would be apt for the role of KP Raghuvanshi as he has that personality. We will take a decision regarding casting once the scripting is over," said Jalees, who has penned lyrics for several Salman Khan-starrer films like "Dabangg 2", "Dabangg", "Wanted" and others.
	Apparently, Raghuvanshi was involved in tackling the Naxal ...

Makers want Akshay to play ex-ATS chief Raghuvanshi in biopic

He will soon be seen along side Anurag Kashyap in the movie "Akira", but actor Amit Sadh's wish is to star in a movie directed by the filmmaker.
	Helmed by A R Murugadoss, "Akira" also stars Sonakshi Sinha and will feature Kashyap in a negative role.
	"Anurag is amazing in the film. He is a great director and actor. Unfortunately, I don't have any scene with him, but I hope I get a scene with him when he is directing. I am more interested in that. It is one of my dreams to work with him," Amit told PTI in an interview.
	"Unfortunately it has not come true till now. I keep telling him you are giving work to everyone, but me. I hope one day he will have something for me," the actor said.
	The "Kai Po Che" star is currently filming the fictional sports-drama "Saat Kadam", where he will be seen in the role of a football player.
	Amit said it was a challenge for him to get the physique of a football player because he had signed the film when he was fat.
	"Footballers are very edgy, stout, .

It's my dream to work with Anurag Kashyap: Amit Sadh

Delhi High Court has restrained the Indian Performing Rights Society (IPRS) from granting any licence or recovering licence fee from a third party in respect of music and songs of late Jagjit Singh and his wife Chitra.
	Justice Vipin Sanghi issued the interim direction after he was told that IPRS is no longer a registered copyright society which could issue licence to third parties in respect of the works of artists.
	The order came on the plea of Chitra, who had alleged that IPRS was still issuing licence in respect of their work despite it being not competent to do so under the Copyright Act.
	IPRS is a society which was set up to issue licence to users of music and collect royalties from them for and on behalf of its members - authors, composers and publishers of music - and distribute the royalty amongst them, the plea said.
	Senior advocate Pratibha M Singh, appearing for Chitra, told the court that IPRS recently issued licence in respect of Jagjit Singh's work to an event ...

HC restrains IPRS from issuing licence on Jagjit Singh's music

Funnywoman Ellen DeGeneres and partner Portia De Rossi, who have been married for seven years now, are reportedly calling it quits.
	 It is being said that Portia, 43, cheated on Ellen, 58, with a man, reported Aceshowbiz.
	"This is the end," a source close to the couple said. "Ellen and Portia have been squabbling and drifting apart for some time. But for Portia to leave Ellen for a man is the culmination of Ellen's worst fears."
	Portia has apparently fallen in love with one of her "Scandal" co-stars. It's unknown who the man is. Ellen is reportedly gearing up for a USD 220 million divorce.
	Ellen's ex-girlfriend Anne Heche left her for James Tupper after they dated for three years.
	The TV host tied the knot with Portia on August 16, 2008 at their home in Los Angeles.

Ellen DeGeneres, Portia De Rossi to separate?

Singer Blake Shelton and girlfriend Gwen Stefani reportedly want to throw their friend Maroon frontman, Adam Levine, a baby shower to honour the arrival of his first child.
	Shelton and Stefani are very happy to know that their friend Levine is going to be a father, reported Hollywood Life.
	An insider revealed that the pair wanted to host the big event to honour Levine, his wife Behati Prinsloo and their yet unborn.
	"Blake said wants to throw a baby shower with Gwen. He was half-joking, but he seems like he wants to be involved and be there for Adam, all jokes aside," a source said.
	Shelton and Levine are best friends, so it's likely for them to plan the event together.
	Previously, it was reported that Shelton wanted to be the Godfather of Levine's child.
	"Blake has already volunteered to be the Godfather, so he can show their little one the ropes. Everyone is thrilled, including Gwen and Christina," another source said.

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