Hugh Grant and former partner Elizabeth Hurley reunited for a chat and a walk through a London neighbourhood.
	Grant and Hurley, both 55, looked friendly and casual as they walked down a tree-lined street in the English city, reported People magazine.
	The "Royals" actress kept her feet cozy in furry boots, worn with a simple sweater and jeans. Grant spotted athletic shorts and sneakers.
	The pair dated for 13 years, before ending the relationship in 2000. They've remained close friends in the time since - Grant is even the godfather to Hurley's son Damian, 13, with Steve Bing.

Elizabeth Hurley, ex Hugh Grant reunite for friendly stroll

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Bollywood actress Konkona Sensharma and actor husband Ranvir Shorey have decided to mutually part ways after five years of marriage.
	The couple, who are parents to four-year-old son Haroon, took to their respective Twitter accounts to announce their split that follows prolonged speculation surrounding the state of their marriage.
	"Ranvir and I have mutually decided to separate, but continue to be friends and co-parent our son. Will appreciate your support. Thank you," Konkona, 35, posted on twitter.
	Ranvir's statement read, "Konkona and I have mutually decided to separate, but continue to be friends and co-parent our son. Will appreciate your support. Thank you."
	Konkona and Ranvir, 43, started dating in 2007. The couple got married in 2010 in a private ceremony.
	They have starred together in films like "Traffic Signal", "Mixed Doubles", "Aaja Nachle" and "Gour Hari Daastan.

Konkona, Ranvir announce separation

"Moor", a movie on the decline of railways system in Pakistan, has been selected as their official entry for best foreign film Oscar category.
	Directed by producer-writer Jamshed Mahmood Raza, this is the third film that the country is sending for Oscar consideration, reported Geo TV.
	"Zinda Bhaag" was selected by the Pakistani Academy Selection Committee in 2013 and "Dukhtar" in 2014.
	The film, released under the banner of Geo Films, has won critics' hearts and created a buzz at the Pakistani box-office.
	"Moor", a Pashto word which means mother, follows the tragic story a family pulled apart by corruption and circumstances out of their control.
	The film is set against the backdrop of the surreal landscapes and roads of Balochistan.

'Moor' Pakistan's entry for best foreign film Oscar

The organisers of Miss America have apologised to Vanessa Williams, the first African- American woman to win the crown in 1984, for the way their predecessors handled a nude photo scandal involving her.
	Williams was forced to return the crown after the nude photos from her past were published in Penthouse several months after she won the title.
	Sam Haskell, the executive chairman of the pageant apologised to Williams during Sunday night's televised pageant, said the Hollywood Reporter.
	"I want to apologize for anything that was said or done" during the photo scandal, said Haskell.
	"You have lived your life in grace and dignity and never was it more evident than during the events of 1984 when you resigned. Though none of us currently in the organization were involved then, on behalf of today's organization, I want to apologize to you and to your mother, Miss Helen Williams," he announced onstage.
	Haskell said, "I want to apologize for anything that was said or done that made you ..

Miss America pageant apologises to Vanessa Williams

Hollywood star George Clooney has slammed Republican presidential candidate and businessman Donald Trump for his disparaging remarks about Mexican immigrants.
	During a press conference for his film "Our Brand Is Crisis" at Toronto Film Festival, the 54-year-old actor candidly said that Trump's comment was "idiotic", reported Ace Showbiz.
	"Clearly, what he said is idiotic, of course it's idiotic," Clooney said of Trump's comment.
	"Anybody who says as intolerant words as those should be laughed at, and that's pretty much what I think eventually history will do."
	Despite his controversial statements, Trump, according to a CNN/ORC poll released on Thursday, received a support rating of 32 percent, leading the GOP race.
	Regarding the poll, Clooney said, "Who'd have thought Donald Trump would be at 30 per cent? You know, it ends up working out very well for the film, but that wasn't, you know, we weren't that good."
	Back in June, when announcing that he's running for president, Trump .

Donald Trump's comment on Mexican immigrants idiotic: Clooney

"X-Men: Apocalypse" writer-producer Simon Kinberg has debunked rumours that pop star Taylor Swift will make a cameo appearance as the mutant in the upcoming film.
	Rumours that Swift, 25, would make a cameo appearance as mutant Dazzler in upcoming "X-Men: Apocalypse" emerged when Kinberg was photographed with the "Bad Blood" singer alongside other cast members such as James McAvoy and Sophie Turner.
	While promoting "The Martian" at the Toronto International Film Festival, Kinberg shut down the rumours and also explained how the speculation popped out, reported Ace Showbiz.
	"No, there's nothing to it. I know where the rumours came from, because it's my fault," Kinberg said.
	When Swift's tour came to Montreal, where "Apocalypse" was being filmed, Kinberg, McAvoy, Turner, Nicholas Hoult and Rose Byrne were so excited and they didn't want to miss the concert.
	When the photograph was taken, Kinberg was with some of the movie's cast members attending Swift's concert in Montreal. The ...

No Taylor Swift cameo in 'X-Men: Apocalypse': Writer

Bollywood actor Randeep Hooda had a chance encounter with "The King's Speech" star Geoffrey Rush at the ongoing Toronto International Film Festival.
	Randeep, who is here for the world premiere of his upcoming movie "Beeba Boys", was elated to meet the "legend".
	"With the great Geoffrey Rush.. Gentleman-actor... Such child-like enthusiasm towards it all. Legend !! #BeebaBoys #TIFF," the "Highway" actor posted on twitter.
	Directed by Deepa Mehta, "Beeba Boys" also stars Gulshan Grover, Sarah Allen, and Waris Ahluwalia.
	The film is a crime thriller inspired by real incidents and characters in Canada. It is expected to hit theatres next month.

Randeep Hooda meets Geoffrey Rush at TIFF

Kerala, which once witnessed the most celebrated film society movement in the country, is now all set to get its first women film society.
	The Kerala Sthree Padana Kendram, a non-profit organisation which focuses on research and awareness projects on gender sensitive issues, will launch the 'Female Film Society' here tomorrow.
	The society will organise film festivals featuring women-centric movies and films, scripted and helmed by women directors across the world, KSPK members said.
	The annual Female Film Festival, organised by the Padana Kendram for the last few years, would be conducted by the newly formed society in a more vast canvas from next year, they said.
	Padana Kendram Director P S Sreekala said though film societies have been common in the country for many decades, a platform exclusively focusing on the works of women filmmakers is very rare.
	"A number of film festivals are held in various parts of our country including in Kerala now-a-days. But, women-centric movies ..

Kerala to get first women film society

Singer Iggy Azalea's fiance, basketball player Nick Young had a meltdown outside a bar.
	The incident happened after some guys who came along with him got into altercation inside the bar, TMZ reported.
	In a video, Nick, who wore a long-sleeved red shirt and a red cap, is seen yelling at one of his friends.
	The video also showed the 30-year-old basketball athlete tossing a bottle into the man's direction. Nick could be heard telling an interfering guy to shut up. It's unclear what triggered the fight but it went severe.
	A spokesperson for the LAPD said that they were unaware that Nick was involved in the altercation.
	However, the spokesperson confirmed that the officers "responded to a disturbance."
	As the angry group was large, Los Angeles Police Department who came to the scene asked for a backup including an LAPD helicopter.
	The spokesperson said, "Additional officers were requested and helicopters showed up as well."
	The police asked the group to leave and everyone was ...

Nick Young has public meltdown

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, Priyanka Chopra, Farhan Akhtar and Farah Khan, among others have congratulated tennis player Sania Mirza, who along with her partner Martina Hingis won the women's doubles US Open crown.
	It was Sania and Hingis' second Major title in a row, having won the Wimbledon championships earlier this season.
     Sania now has five Grand Slam titles in her collection. She won three Mixed Doubles trophies, the last one coming at this very venue with Bruno Soares in 2014.
	Calling her win a joyous and proud moment, Bachchan wrote, "Sania Mirza & Hingis win Womens Doubles US Open .. bring great pride to us all.. Such a joy to hear 'India' in commentary."
	Farhan tweeted, "Congratulations to @MirzaSania and @mhingis on an awesome performance and for their victory. #USOpen2015."
	"Congratulations @MirzaSania @mhingis !!! Wow! @usopen Doubles Champions! So proud! #GirlPower," Priyanka posted.
	Young star Varun Dhawan wrote, "Congratulations @MirzaSania from bringing ...

B-town stars congratulate Sania Mirza on US Open win

Ranbir Kapoor's recent films may have failed to do well at the box office but his rumoured girlfriend, actress Katrina Kaif says the "dedicated, passionate and focused" actor is sure to bounce back.
	Ranbir is going through a rough patch in his career as his last few films -- "Besharam", "Roy" and "Bombay Velvet" failed to grab eyeballs.
	"His movies not doing well is a sad thing. But he gives his heart and soul for a film. I know it hurts and pains him deeply that maybe he is not able to live up to the expectations and satisfy his audience," Katrina told PTI.
	"He loves his audience... He wants people to love his films... He wants that acceptance from audience. So all this is hurtful to him," she said.
	The 32-year-old actress is hopeful that Ranbir will bounce back.
	"But as an actor, I haven't seen anyone more passionate and focused about his work. It is just a matter of time. Every actor goes through ups and downs. I am sure with his passion, dedication and God's blessing, things .

Ranbir will bounce back after a rough phase: Katrina

Nepalese-origin fashion designer Prabal Gurung drew inspiration from tragedy back home to create a poignant and moving show at the ongoing New York Fashion Week.
	Gurung, who was born in Nepal, opened his show at Skylight Moynihan on Sunday with prayer chants by 24 orange-robed monks in remembrance of the earthquake that devastated his mountainous country on April 25, reported New York Daily News.
	Despite his sadness for his home, Gurung expressed gratitude in a moving note that was included with his run-of-show.
	"Today is about gratitude for all the kindness. Today is about renewed faith in the goodness of humanity. Today is about prayer and blessings for each of us here to follow our passion and make a difference."
	In homage, his collection was awash in colours used by artist Laxman Shrestha and inspired by Gurung's childhood memories of Nepal, and cherished elements from living in New York.
	Gorgeous flowing silks were in sunset-inspired oranges and yellows. Paintbrush strokes ..

Prabal Gurung opens moving NYFW show with chanting monks

The Jackson brothers paid tribute to their brother, King of Pop Michael Jackson at Bestival.
	Jermaine, Tito, Marlon and Jackie took the stage at Robin Hill Country Park on the Isle of Wight for a set featuring some of The Jackson 5's biggest hits - and the foursome took a moment to honour the late singer, reported Contactmusic.
	Jermaine told the crowd: "Thanks to our little brother Randy and, of course our brother who's here just in spirit, Michael."
	The Jackson brothers played a string of hits including "I'll Be There", "Shake Your Body (Down to the Ground)", "ABC" and "Want You Back".
	They also played Michael's hit song "Wanna Be Startin' Somethin" from his hit album "Thriller".
	The siblings' sister Janet Jackson also made a return to the stage earlier this month, kicking off her "Unbreakable" world tour in Vancouver, Canada, on September 1.
	The 49-year-old star paid tribute to Michael during her set and broke down in tears as she performed "Scream", the pair's hit 1995 ...

Jacksons tribute MJ at Bestival

A planned appearance by Lindsay Lohan at the Toronto International Film Festival has been cancelled at short notice due to scheduling issues.
	The 29-year-old "Mean Girls" star was expected to promote her upcoming thriller "Inconceivable" at the annual event by making an appearance at Set nightclub on Sunday, but the party was subsequently scrapped, reported New York Post.
	An organiser for the club bash said the gig was pulled because "the timing did not work out for everyone to get to Toronto".
	The news sparked speculation the cancellation could be linked to immigration issues, as Canadian border authorities are known for their strict entry requirements, which can prove troublesome for anyone with a criminal record.
	A representative for Lohan, who has previously faced charges including driving under the influence, drug possession, theft and probation violation, has yet to respond to the reports.
	However, a representative for the film's producers insisted that Lohan was simply too 

Lindsay Lohan's Toronto Film Festival appearance axed

Hollywood veterans Jane Fonda and Robert Redford are in negotiations to star in Netflix's upcoming adaptation of Kent Haruf's novel "Our Souls at Night."
	Redford is also set to produce the film. Scott Neustadter and Michael H Weber, the writers behind such films as "500 Days of Summer", "The Fault in Our Stars" and "Paper Towns", are already writing the script, reported Deadline.
	The upcoming film is an adaptation of the novel by Haruf, published in May of this year.
	The novel centres on two elderly friends, who live close to one another in a Colorado town, looking back on their lives and also considering what the rest of their lives will be like.
	Fonda will star as Addie Moore and Redford as Louis Waters.
	77-year-old Fonda and 79-year-old Redford have previously worked together but they have not shared a screen for more than four decades.
	The pair starred together in "Barefoot in the Park" (1967) and in "The Electric Horseman" (1979).
	Fonda has previously worked with Netflix ..

Jane Fonda, Robert Redford to star in new Netflix series

"Gossip Girl" star Blake Lively has broken her silence on accusation that she is throwing shade at Taylor Swift.
	The 28-year-old actress, who had poked fun at Swift's "Bad Blood" music video, took to Instagram to deny accusation that she's dissing the singer and say she actually wanted to marry her instead, reported Ace Showbiz.
	"Umm whoever thought I was throwing shade clearly doesn't know I have a 'Taylor Swift Please Be My Wife Voo Doo Doll' #obsessed," Lively wrote alongside a picture of Swift with the actress' niece.
	"Look how rad she is here making my niece Heather feel like a rock star. Love my Canadian family almost as much as I love Taylor Lively. I mean Swift," the actress joked.
	"Ok, FIIINE we can hyphenate our last names. Xo Blake Swift-Lively forever.

Blake Lively denies throwing shade at Taylor Swift

Illumination Entertainment's "Minions", about small, yellow and cylindrical, creatures, is officially the second-highest grossing animated movie of all time after opening to USD 20.1 million in China.
	The big China debut pushed the movie's international gross to USD 748 million, reported Ace Showbiz.
	With the US total of USD 332 million, the Universal film, which is a prequel/spin-off to the "Despicable Me" franchise, raked in a total of USD 1.08 billion worldwide.
	Disney's "Toy Story 3" previously held the second position at USD 1.06 billion.
	"Frozen (2013)" is still holding strong to its top position with USD 1.28 billion.
	"Minions" will add to its number when it opens in Greece on September 24.
	The animated movie's box office success contributes to Universal's overall triumph in 2015.
	The studio has a fruitful year thanks to "Jurassic World", "Furious 7", "Straight Outta Compton", "Pitch Perfect 2", and "Fifty Shades of Grey".

Minions beats Toy Story 3 as second highest grossing animation

Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton has unveiled a new hairdo which consists of short bangs.
	The 33-year-old royal sported the hairstyle when she and Prince William headed to Crathie Kirk church in Scotland for morning prayers on Sunday, September 13, reported Ace Showbiz.
	Kate, who hadn't been spotted in public in two months since her appearance at the America's Cup, looked chic in a black turtleneck and a brown Hobbs coat as she sat on the passenger seat of a Range Rover driven by William. She completed her look with small gold earrings.
	The royal couple drove from Balmoral Castle to the church in a convoy of cars.
	Prince Charles also attended the morning's service, while the Duke and Duchess' children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, apparently stayed at home.
	Kate is expected to return to royal duties this week, which include a visit to a school in London run by the Anna Freud Centre and attending the opening ceremony and first match of the Royal World Cup on Friday ...

Kate Middleton debuts new hairstyle

"12 Years a Slave" star Chiwetel Ejiofor is single again after he reportedly broke up with his model girlfriend Sari Mercer.
	No further details about the couple's separation is known, reported Daily Mirror.
	Meanwhile, a source has been quoted as saying, "It's sad but the relationship came to a natural end. Sari was always such a big part of his life so it was definitely a big surprise to hear they had separated."
	There hasn't been official statement issued by both 38-year-old Ejiofor and Mercer.
	Their representatives also have not commented on the report just yet. The pair were last seen together at this year's Oscars.

Chiwetel Ejiofor splits from girlfriend Sari Mercer

Singer Kelly Clarkson has cancelled six stops on her "Piece by Piece" tour, after doctors told the singer she needs to rest.
	The 33-year-old "A Moment Like This" hitmaker took to Twitter to share the news, reported Entertainment Weekly.
	"So bummed that I have to cancel some of my tour dates. This kills me, but doctors are saying I need to rest my voice!"
	The affected dates start with her performance in Vienna, Virginia, and continue through two stops in Florida, one in North Carolina, and another in New Jersey.
	According to Clarkson, who rose to fame in 2002 after winning the first season of "American Idol", all tickets will be refunded at the original point of purchase.
	The singer kicked off her tour in July, which is slated to continue through November.
	During her concert, Clarkson recently sang the cover of Taylor Swift's "Blank Space", Prince's "Purple Rain", and NSYNC's "Bye Bye Bye".

Kelly Clarkson cancels six tour dates to rest her vocals

Actress Elle Fanning has credited her transgender friends with helping her prepare for her role as a trans teen in the upcoming drama "About Ray".
	The 17-year-old actress, best known as Aurora in 2014's "Maleficent", said she has lots of transgender friends who helped her prepare for the titular role in the film, reported People.
	"I have a lot of transgender friends that go to my school, who have made the transition over the summer and have changed their names and used different pronouns. So I was used to that," she said.
	Fanning, who stars in the movie with Oscar nominee Naomi Watts, said she knew the film would be one of her most difficult parts yet and was nervous.
	"I definitely knew that it would be a huge challenge to do, I've definitely never done anything like that before.
	"I was really nervous not to screw up, because this is for transgender kids out there," she said.

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