Dibakar Banerjee has revealed Aditya Chopra, whose Yash Raj Films is presenting the filmmaker's production "Titli", gave the tagline for the movie's poster.
	The film's first look, which released today, features the tagline, "har Family Family nahi hoti" and Dibakar said he found the phrase "befitting" for the poster.
	"We were all struggling to find a befitting tagline for the poster. But nothing good was coming out. I was feeling a bit stuck when Adi very casually came up with this line and I realised that he just gave me the tagline. It came out very naturally from him," Dibakar said in a statement.
	"Titli", directed by debutant Kanu Behl, follows a tale of a dysfunctional family from Delhi and is about a man's struggle to escape his oppressive environment.
	Praising Aditya's creative sensibilities, Dibakar further said, "This (tagline) came from a man who has a deep, gut level understanding of the Indian audience.
	"Moreover, I felt that this tag line translated in any language ..

Adtiya Chopra gave tagline for 'Titli': Dibakar Banerjee

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The first look of "Titli", a Dibakar Banerjee production about a dysfunctional family from Delhi, was unveiled today.
	Keeping in sync with its theme, the poster shows the five main characters sporting a grim look, with two men (newcomer Shashank Arora and Amit Sial) carrying a gun each and another guy (Ranvir Shorey) holding a hammer.
	The film's tagline says, "har Family, Family nahi hoti".
	"Titli" is being presented by Yash Raj Films, which shared the poster on its Twitter account.
	Also shown in the poster are two other characters, played by another newcomer Shivani Raghuvanshi and Lalit Behl.
	The movie follows a man's struggle to escape his oppressive environment.
	"You choose friends, not your family kyunki har family, family nahi hoti! Here's the 1st poster of #Titli," read the tweet from the YRF page alongside the poster.
	It is directed by debutant Kanu Behl, who was the writer on Dibakar's "Love Sex aur Dhokha". He was also one of the assistant directors on "LSD" and "Oye .

First poster of Dibakar Banerjee's 'Titli' released

Actor Ranveer Singh and actress Deepika Padukone today launched the first song "Gajanana" from their upcoming film "Bajirao Mastani" amid much fanfare.
	Keeping in line with the massive scale of the period drama, the aarti was unveiled with a huge human formation of a mosaic image of Lord Ganesha. Over 5000 students from across the country gathered to create the formation.
	National Award-winning singer Sukhwinder Singh, who has lent vocals to the song, crooned the aarti to mark the beginning of the launch.
	Ranveer and Deepika had a tough time flying down to the venue here, but finally managed.
	Ranveer, 30, was seen playing dhol and interacting with the crowd at Shivaji Sports Complex, Balewadi Stadium.
	Director Sanjay Leela Bhansali stated he could not think of a better way to begin the promotional campaign of the film than launching the aarti.
	"We could think of no better way to flag off the campaign, than with the launch of the Gajanan aarti, which is an auspicious way to start 

Ranveer, Deepika launch 'Gajanana' from 'Bajirao Mastani'

Stand-up comedy group AIB is set to launch its own television news comedy show.
	The four-member group, which first hit headlines for conducting an expletive-laced show "AIB Roast" that involved Bollywood celebrities like Ranveer Singh and Arjun Kapoor, took to Twitter to announce its new project.
	"Super excited to announce our latest project. Our most ambitious one yet," AIB tweeted alongwith a three-minute funny video that explained the concept of the show.
	Tanmay Bhat is seen telling two fans of AIB that the upcoming show will be on the lines of famous American news satirical series "Last Week Tonight with John Oliver" and "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart."
	The fans keep relating the show with the infamous January roast but the AIB men tell them the new project has nothing to do with the roast and though they do not reveal the details, they say their new work will be a "news comedy TV show".
	It will air on channels Star Plus and Star World and will be available on Hotstar.

AIB to have own news comedy TV show

Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar says the his upcoming movie "Calendar Girls" is facing trouble in its release in Pakistan due to a dialogue in the trailer.
	The film focuses on five girls, who hail from different regions of India, and have been selected to pose for the country's popular annual calendar.
	The movie shows one of the girls hailing from Lahore, Pakistan. She is seen in the promo saying, "Pakistani girls also do bold things like others and sometimes more than others."
	The trailer shows people protesting against the working of the Pakistani model in India.
	Bhandarkar, 47, took to Twitter to clarify that the movie does not have anything "anti-Pakistan"	 and he would pray the country's censor board gives a green signal to the film.
	The "Fashion" director, however, did not specify the dialogue in his tweet.
	"We are told #CalendarGirls is facing problems for a release in Pakistan because of a dialogue the local distributors saw in the trailer...
	"As somebody who's always ...

'Calendar Girls' facing release problem in Pak: Bhandarkar

Actor Will Smith and wife Jada Pinkett indulged in some PDA a month after denying the reports of their split.
	The couple was on a family outing in New York, when they were pictured cuddling up outside a restaurant, reported Aceshowbiz.
	Jada, 43, who wore a white long-sleeved shirt, gave a hug to her 46-year-old husband, who smiled at her.
	The two were enjoying lunch with some friends. The "Focus" actor took to Facebook last month slamming the rumours of trouble in their marriage.
	"So, in the interest of redundant, repetitious, over & over-again-ness... Jada and I are... NOT GETTING A DIVORCE!!!!!" he wrote.
	The couple, who tied the knot in 1997, have two children, son Jaden and daughter Willow.

Will Smith, Jada Pinkett cuddle up after denying split rumours

Director-duo Abbas Mustan say they are working on a script which can be developed as a sequel to their hit 2002 romantic-thriller "Humraaz".
	"There is one script and it can be directed as 'Humraaz 2'. We are working on it. The idea is it can be made into a sequel. We will go for younger lot of actors but we are still working on it," Abbas-Mustan told PTI.
	"Humraaz" was produced under Venus Movies banner. The film, starring Bobby Deol, Akshaye Khanna and Amisha Patel in lead roles, performed well at box office.
	The directors are also working on "Race 3", the third installment of "Race", a 2008 thriller produced under the Tips banner.
	It had Saif Ali Khan, Bipasha Basu, Akshaye Khanna, Katrina Kaif, Anil Kapoor and Sameera Reddy in pivotal roles and did good business at the box office.
	The sequel "Race 2" was released in 2013, and was also a success. The film explores themes of sibling rivalry, betrayal and passion.
	"It is in scripting stage... Too early to talk about it. The ...

Sequel to 'Humraaz' possible: Abbas-Mustan

Anupam Kher received the "Certificate of Recognition" from the California legislature for his dedication to helping Kashmiri Hindu community.
	Kher, 60, a Kashmiri Hindu himself, said the recognition also adds to his sense of responsibility.
	"Thank you Assembly Member, California Legislature @rudysalasjr & @kthusu for this MOST IMPORTANT recognition," the veteran actor tweeted.
	"I feel honoured to get these recognitions in the US. But they also add to my sense of responsibility towards humankind," he added.
	The "Saransh" star, who was on US and Canada tour for his play "Mera Woh Matlab Nahi Tha", also shared the picture of the certificate and the ceremony.
	"Certificate of Recognition presented to Anupam Kher in recognition as an agent for change, he is a champion in achieving gender equality, women's right and a defender of human rights, representing the community of 500,000 Kashmiri Hindus displaced and dislodged, many whom immigrated to the United States," it read.
	The ...

Anupam Kher honoured with certificate of recognition in US

A commemorative play, "Bullah", based on the life of Bulleh Shah, opened the four-day Pakistan theatre festival "Humsaya" at Kamani auditorium.
	The festival was organised by Routes2Roots in collaboration with Lahore-based Ajoka Theatre.
	"Humsaya is not just a name, it reflects our shadow of both countries that we shared together with common boundaries and similar cultures.
	The play Bullah chronicled the life of Bulleh Shah who lived in the times of the downfall of the Mughal Empire and became the beacon of hope with his message of tolerance, love and peace.
	"We may be different countries, culturally, politically, socially, but we are bound by history, culture, language and geography.
	"All the plays we'd be showcasing here including Bullah, have common message of peace," Shaheed Nadeem, play writer of Ajoka Theatre said.
	The plays lined up are "Dara" on September 15, "Kaun Hai Ye Gustakh (Manto)" on September 16 and "Lo Phir Basant Aayi" on September 17 respectively from 7 pm ...

'Bullah' opens Pakistan theatre festival 'Humsaya'

A retrospective on films by Adoor Gopalakrishan along with a master class by the veteran filmmaker are among the inaugural events offered by Osianama, a cultural centre focusing on Indian and world cinema besides arts and vintage automobiles, launched earlier this year.
	The retrospective is scheduled to be held at iconic art-deco Liberty Cinema here on September 18 with a masterclass where the veteran filmmaker will introduce his films the following day.
	Opening day events of 'Jashn-Osianama' include screening of "Rashomon", directed by Akira Kurosawa,"Images/Reflections" a documentary on Gopalakrishnan, directed by Girish Kasarvalli and "Swyamvaram" by Gopalakrishanan.
	A panel discussion on India's cultural renaissance on the same day includes Gopalakrishnan, Kasarvalli, Kanak Rele, Sen Kapadia and Gieve Patel moderated by Neville Tuli, Chairman, Osianama.
	The events that stretch to October 4 includes a major exhibition on Mahatma Gandhi, "The Fuller-Full Life of a Mahatma," ...

Adoor Gopalakrishna retrospective at Osianama

His name adds credibility to the films he does and the actor has A-listers vying to work with him but Nawazuddin Siddiqui does not want to think about stardom as he fears it will corrupt his performances.
 	Film after film, there has been a growth in Nawazuddin's fan following so much so that he gets noticed even in big budget, star-centric movies.
	But Nawazuddin does not believe he is a star yet and said he would forever be liked to known as an actor.
	"I don't think I am a star. I am just an actor. I don't even think about stardom. Maybe I should but I can't because I find this scary... I feel if I start thinking about the appreciation I get that will corrupt my acting.
	"I get praised for the work I do so it is better for me to concentrate on my performances rather than the adulation that comes with it. I am very conscious about this," Nawazuddin told PTI.
 	The 49-year-old actor, who is riding on the success of his last outing "Manjhi: The Mountain Man", now harbours a wish to ...

Thinking about stardom is scary: Nawazuddin Siddiqui

Swedish Greek model-actress Elli Avram does not like to reveal the career tips she gets from superstar Salman Khan.
	Elli, 25, got noticed after participating on the seventh season of celebrity reality show "Bigg Boss", which was hosted by Salman.
	"I am grateful for whatever he has done for me. But personal stuff like what he has advised me why should I talk about it. The way he was praising me (on the show) is like a blessing as it was coming from a superstar like him," Elli told PTI.
	The 25-year-old actress, who made her acting debut in Bollywood with "Mickey Virus" last year, said she is happy to have Salman as a guide.
	"I feel happy to be noticed. I am happy that I have someone, who I can contact. He loves to help people I am glad I am one of those who he is helping," she said.
	Elli is gearing up for the release of "Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon" where she is paired opposite comedian-turned-actor Kapil Sharma. The film hits theatres on September 25.

I don't want to share what Salman advises me: Elli Avram

The reception of this summer's "Fantastic Four" was disappointing but writer-producer Simon Kinberg is still looking forward to another instalment.
	Kinberg said he is "really focused" on a potential follow-up and hopes the same cast will return, reported Entertainment Weekly.
	"I'm really focused on the next one. We're figuring out what that movie would be. I'd like that to happen," he said at the Toronto International Film Festival, where he was promoting "The Martian".
	"Fantastic Four" failed to register success at the box office apparently after reports of behind-the-scenes drama and critical reviews came to a head just before its debut weekend.
	"I was obviously disappointed. I was most disappointed that fans didn't like it. I care more about them than I do anyone else. But I haven't done a full deep dive on it. Do I think it was unfairly treated? I don't know...
	"There was a lot of attention on the process of making that movie. It's hard, when you're making a movie, movies are 

'Fantastic Four' producer 'figuring out' sequel

Gaby Diaz has been declared the winner of the 12th season of American dance competition series "So You Think You Can Dance".
	Diaz defeated three other finalists Virgil Gadson, JaJa Vankova and Hailee Payne in the finale, which took place on September 14, reported E! Online.
	Besides the title, she gets prize worth USD 250,000 and the opportunity to dance in pop star Jennifer Lopez' Vegas residency.
	During the two-hour live finale, Jenna Dewan-Tatum performed with former-contestant-choreographer Travis Wall.
	Diaz is the first tapper to win the title of America's favourite dancer.

Gaby Diaz crowned winner of 'So You Think You Can Dance'

"The Man Who Knew Infinity," a biopic on Indian mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan, will have a gala opening at the ongoing Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2015.
	Starring Dev Patel as the mathematics genius and Devika Bhise as his wife, the film will be screened on September 17 at Roy Thomson Hall.
	Following the untold story of Ramanujan and his contributions to Number Theory, Continued Fractions, and Infinite Series, the film also focuses on high science and the tragic repercussions of racism.
	Written and directed by Matthew Brown, the story travels from Madras where Ramanujan was born, to Cambridge University, where his visionary theories attract the attention of English mathematician G H Hardy (Jeremy Irons).
	"In her time it would have taken her a lot of courage to send her husband to Cambridge knowing that it would be hard on her life. What inspired me was to know how ahead of her time she was. It was challenging to get the complexity of her character across," ...

Ramanujan's biopic to get gala screening at TIFF

Actress Sonam Kapoor has opened up about relationships, asking women not to be scared of break-ups in a video online.
	The 30-year-old "Raanjhanaa" star took to Twitter and shared the one-minute-long quirky video, where she admits of having "many break-ups".
	"Break ups are so liberating... The first one was easy. We were young, stupid and immature... Basically, what I am saying is that if you're in a really messy relationship, break... Up."
	The video ends with a message which reads, "Watch Sonam Kapoor spill the beans on her break-ups on September 18."
	Sonam was earlier linked to director Punit Malhotra, with whom she worked in the 2010 romantic comedy "I Hate Luv Storys".
	Sonam will be next seen opposite Salman Khan in Sooraj Barjatya's "Prem Ratan Dhan Payo", scheduled to release this Diwali.

Sonam Kapoor gives love advice, says break-ups are liberating

Arjun Kapoor has constantly been linked-up to his co-stars but the actor says speculation regarding his personal life never bothered him.
	Arjun, 30, was linked to Alia Bhatt, Sonakshi Sinha and most recently Jacqueline Fernandez.
	"Link ups don't bother me. It's a part and parcel as long as you and the other person knows the truth.
	"I think this industry is built on speculation whether it comes to your professional or personal life or the films you are doing. It's not as big a deal as people might think. We don't really think that much on them (rumours)," he told PTI.
	"As long as speculation are written respectfully and not below the belt I am absolutely fine. As I have grown up in this profession as a kid, I have always been aware of it. As an actor I have to deal with it," he said.
	The "2 States" star has finally signed on his next project "Ki and Ka", a contemporary love story that stars Kareena Kapoor Khan besides him. Arjun is currently shooting the R Balki-directed film in ..

Link-up rumours not a big deal: Arjun Kapoor

"Twilight" actress Kristen Stewart says she is "unabashedly raw" when it comes to her feelings and emotions.
	Stewart, 25, said being expressive about her emotions sometimes poses difficult situations for her but it does not bother the actress, reported E! Online.
	"I definitely wear my heart on my sleeve," Stewart said at the ongoing Toronto International Film Festival premiere of her indie drama Equals.
	"Sometimes that provides a little bit of a tougher road, but for me it's definitely more preferable."
	The revelation about her emotional self came on the sidelines of the promotion of Stewart's upcoming film "Equal" opposite Nicholas Hoult where they star as two people, who live in world where humans are stripped of their ability to have emotions.
	Things get complicated when Stewart and Hoult discover they have a disease that allows them to feel.
	Stewart admitted she thought about her "first love" when making the movie because her and Hoult's characters are not only feeling for ..

I wear my heart on sleeve: Kristen Stewart

Soul legend Aretha Franklin will sing for Pope Francis during his highly anticipated visit to the United States this month.
	Franklin, 73, originally a gospel singer but best known for her feminist-tinged version of "Respect", will perform for the reform-minded pope in Philadelphia at the September 26 Festival of Families, organisers said.
	The 18-time Grammy winner said in a statement that it was "indeed a blessing" to sing for Pope Francis.
	The Festival of Families, sponsored by the Roman Catholic Church and put on every three years, also announced that actor Mark Wahlberg would serve as the host of the event.
	Wahlberg, a devout Catholic, embraced the church after deciding to turn his life around during a short jail term for racially motivated attacks as a teenager in Boston.

Aretha Franklin to sing for Pope Francis

More than fifty years after Mary Poppins flew in on an umbrella into the hearts of moviegoers, Disney is developing a new live action "Poppins" movie.
	The new story will be set around 20 years after the tale of the classic 1964 movie that starred Julie Andrews and Dick van Dyke, said The Hollywood Reporter.
	The film will also take its cues from the book series that PL Travers wrote which were published from 1934 to 1988.
	Rob Marshall, who directed "Into the Woods" and "Pirates of the Caribbean: on Stranger Tides", will helm the new feature, which will also be a musical. David Magee, of "Life of Pi" fame will write the screenplay.
	Songwriting team Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, who worked on "Hairspray" and "Smash" will compose new original songs as well a new score.
	As detailed in Disney's 2013 period drama "Saving Mr Banks", Travers' had testy relationship with Walt Disney over the adaptation of the original. But the studio is working with her estate on the new movie.

New 'Mary Poppins' movie in works from Disney

Filmmaker Ridley Scott has confirmed that "Steve Jobs" star Michael Fassbender will reprise his role in the untitled sequel of the 2012 science-fiction "Prometheus".
	The 38-year-old actor earlier collaborated with Scott for the 2013 crime thriller "The Counselor" and the directed said "Prometheus 2", which is slated to begin production in February 2016, will be his next project, reported Aceshowbiz.
	"Fassbender will do this one with me, and it's meant to start production in February. I'm in prep, now. I'll either shoot in Aussie, or here," Scott said.
	The "Alien" director said the next "Prometheus" movie would be closely connected to the first film.
	"You can either say, leave the first film alone and jump ahead, but you can't because it ends on too specific a plot sentence as she (Noomi Rapace's Dr Elizabeth Shaw) says, 'I want to go where they came from, I don't want to go back to where I came from,' " Scott explained.
	Scott's upcoming film is Matt Damon-starrer science fiction .

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