National-Award winning actor Kamal Hassan today met Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal over host of issues, including promoting the film industry, promoting film shoots in the capital besides underscoring the importance of skill development.
	The "Vishwaroopam" star, during his two-and-a-half-hour -long meeting with Kejriwal at the Secretariat here, urged the Chief Minister to facilitate the industry in shooting films by making the processes of clearances and permissions easier in the national capital.
	Sharing his thought with the visiting actor over promoting the industry and getting more films to be shot in Delhi, Kejriwal said, "It's a job intensive industry and we want more shoots to happen in the capital. We are also planning a film city and a separate body for the industry headed by professionals to make things easier for shoots to happen."
	The 60-year-old veteran actor also briefed the Chief Minister on the importance of skill development of film workers besides discussing .

Kamal Hassan meets Kejriwal

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Legendary Pictures is reportedly thinking of brining in two giant monsters--King Kong and Godzilla--together.
	Thomas Tull from the production company is moving his untitled "Skull Island" King Kong film to Warner Bros with an aim to unite the property with Legendary's other giant franchise, Godzilla, reported Deadline.
	The studio move is an effort to keep the gigantic beasts under the same distributor so that it gets easier to plan the movie.
	The "Godzilla" sequel that is in the works will be followed by a movie that pits the giant ape versus the giant fire breathing reptile.
	The King Kong movie, "Skull Island" is in the pre-production stage with Brie Larson, Tom Hiddleston and Corey Hawkins as the main cast.
	Set to feature the origin story of Kong, "Skull Island" is scheduled for March, 2017 release.

'King Kong vs Godzilla' in works?

Demi Lovato and her longtime best friend Selena Gomez have reunited for a hilarious selfie.
	Lovato, 23, took to Instagram to share a photo of her and Gomez making silly faces together to the camera.
	Wearing a flower-print top, Lovato made a silly eye-roll to the camera. Gomez, 23, meanwhile, stuck her tongue out.
	The "Cool for the Summer" hitmaker captioned it, "Look at how #coolforthesummer we are.. Friends for years, #sameoldlove."
	It was both the friends' first picture together since 2014.
	The two BFFs, who grew up together as Disney stars, went through a falling out in 2010 before reuniting in January 2014.

Demi Lovato, Selena Gomez reunite in new picture

Imtiaz Ali has expressed desire to team up with Bengali filmmakers to help them reach out to a wider audience.
	Imtiaz said though he was not conversant with the 'sweet' Bengali language, which is endowed with "rich heritage", he would love to explore the regional cinema that is known for its creative excellence.
	Hailing the creative aesthetic quality of Bengali cinema, the 44-year-old director referred to Satyajit Ray's "Pather Panchali", "Charulata", Ritwik Ghatak's "Ajantrik" and several Rituparna Ghosh films as iconic works in the language.
	"I think we can again work towards helping Bengali filmmakers aspiring to make that kind of cinema and reach out to a larger audience. I am ready to help in my way. I feel Bengali cinema is very important in the country's film scenario," Imtiaz told PTI.
	"I don't know the Bengali language, which is a prerequisite for directing a film, but as the world knows Bengali cinema for its creative excellence I can collaborate in ways compatible with .

I'd like to collaborate with Bengali filmmakers: Imtiaz Ali

Bollywood actresses Priyanka Chopra, Sonam Kapoor, Sonakshi Sinha and Sunny Leone have put up a united front against Twitteratis, who mock female celebrities for their views on socio-political issues.
	Earlier this week, Sonam slammed the recent meat ban in Mumbai, calling it misogynistic, which invited the wrath of many Twitter users.
	"@sonamakapoor The meat ban is misogynistic? Sounds like a very bad innuendo," a user posted.
	Another wrote, "...And with that we have a new Alia Bhatt moment. Actually Alia looks much brighter now -- seriously! Alia has refined." The 30-year-old actress responded to each troll but in vain.
	The "Khoobsurat" star today called upon the victims of internet bullying to stand up for themselves.
	"To everyone out there please have the courage to stand up to bullies, trolls and people who generally put you down.. #wearyourcourage," she posted.
	Praising Sonam's stand, Sunny, who herself has been on the receiving end of such trolls, wrote, "@sonamakapoor ...

Priyanka, Sonam, Sonakshi team up against Twitter trolls

Shah Rukh Khan is gearing up for her his much-awaited film "Fan" and the superstar thanked director Maneesh Sharma for making him rediscover himself with the movie.
	The 49-year-old "Happy New Year" actor will be seen playing the role of both a superstar and his fan in the movie produced by Yash Raj Films.
	"Whatever anyone might say... The honest truth is that whenever I see FAN the film, I become arrogant. Thanks Maneesh and team for finding me again," Shahrukh wrote.
	The teaser of Sharma's project, who lived with the idea for eight years was released in July.
	The clip had King Khan doing his signature arms open pose and a fan impersonating the superstar during a performance in front of his home crowd.
	Also starring Waluscha De Sousa, "Fan" will hit theatres on April 15, 2016.

Shah Rukh thanks filmmaker Maneesh Sharma for 'Fan'

Reprising the romance of '90s with the charm of their own, Hrithik Roshan and Sonam Kapoor's music video, "Dheere Dheere" crooned by rap star Yo Yo Honey Singh has crossed 20 million views.
	The 41-year-old "Bang Bang" star took to Twitter to congratulate his co-star and the team associated with the video--produced by T-Series as a tribute to Gulshan Kumar.
	"Oye @sonamakapoor crossed 20 million today! http://bit.Ly/DDvideosong  what shall we do next," Hrithik wrote.
	Sonam, 30, retweeted the post.
	Hrithik also congratulated producer Bhushan Kumar, for coming up with the idea of paying a tribute to his music composer father and founder of T-Series Gulshan Kumar.
	"What succeeds is intention behind the action. A son's love for his father. Well done Bhushan! @Tseries (20 million seriously)," he tweeted.
	Officially released on September 1, the video is Hrithik and Sonam's second project together after an ad film.

Hrithik, Sonam's 'Dheere Dheere' crosses 20 million views

Stand-up comedian Kapil Sharma is anything but nervous ahead of the release of his debut film "Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoo" as he is happy to have come a long way in his career.
	The 34-year-old "Comedy Nights with Kapil" star is making his foray into Bollywood with filmmaker duo Abbas-Mustan's romantic-comedy.
	"There is no nervousness about the film. I have come far in life and have achieved so much that I don't get nervous now. I have love of my fans and that is enough. I am really happy with the response to the film's songs and trailers, so now I am looking forward to the film's release," Kapil told PTI.
	The actor rose to fame after he won a reality comedy competition series in 2007.
	In 2013, he launched his own TV show "Comedy Nights with Kapil" under his banner K9 Production. The comedian, who had become a household name courtesy the show, has no plans to quit television for his movie career.
	"I won't leave 'Comedy Night with Kapil'. I love hosting the show. I can juggle between ...

I'm not nervous about 'Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon': Kapil Sharma

Actress Rebecca Ferguson is reportedly the top contender to play Carol Danvers aka Captain Marvel.
	Names like Jessica Chastain, Bryce Dallas Howard, Katheryn Winnick and Charlize Theron were also in Marvel's list, reported Ace Showbiz.
	The "Mission: Impossible Rogue Nation" star was previously in talks for the female lead in "Gambit (2016)" before she finally decided to play Anna in "The Girl on the Train (2017)" with Emily Blunt.
	"Captain Marvel" will revolve around the US Air Force pilot Danvers whose DNA was fused with an alien after an accident.
	Kevin Feige will produce with the project penned by Nicole Perlman and Meg LeFauve.
	The film will release in 2018.

Rebecca Ferguson eyed to star in 'Captain Marvel' ?

Actor Charlie Hunnam is still devastated by his "Fifty Shades of Grey" exit.
	The "Pacific Rim" star spoke about his decision to decline Christian Grey's role in the erotic thriller for "Crimson Peak," calling it the most heartbreaking moment in his professional life, reported Aceshowbiz.
	"It was the most emotionally destructive and difficult thing that I've ever had to deal with professionally. It was heartbreaking," he said.
	The 35-year-old actor said he had to choose between the two films but he already promised Guillermo del Toro.
	"I'd given Guillermo my word, over a year before, that I was going to do this film. People were saying, 'Are you crazy? Guillermo still has got four months to recast, it's the fourth lead, you can go and do this (instead).' I said, 'I can't. He's my friend.'"
	However, the actor feels proud of himself for being out-and-out professional.
	"I really, really pride myself on being a professional and a man of keeping my word. It means a lot to me, truly.

Exiting 'Fifty Shades of Grey' still haunts Charlie Hunnam

The fate of a proposed film on Arunima Sinha, the first female amputee to climb Mount Everest, seems uncertain as she claims there is a disagreement between her and producer Farhan Akhtar over royalty.
	"Farhan had come to meet me at my place here on May 18 and proposed to make a film on my life highlighting my struggle. But he is not ready to give the royalty as per the pre-laid conditions due to which the fate of the film is uncertain now," Arunima told PTI.
	She claims she had put a condition that she will allow a movie on her life struggle only if she gets 15 per cent royalty from the earnings of the movie to establish an academy in Unnao for handicapped people.
	"However, the producers are planning to give a one time amount only. The amount they are offering is very little compared to my struggle and achievements," she said.
	Arunima was a National level volleyball player, who was pushed from a running train by thieves in 2011 while resisting their attack. As a result one of her .

Arunima not happy with royalty over her life-story

Actress Reese Witherspoon credits her daughter Ava for making her a better person each day.
	The 39-year-old actress, shared a cute happy birthday post on Instagram as her daughter turned 16, reported Hello! magazine.
	Reese posted a side-by-side photo of Ava as a little girl, and now.
	"Wow! My sweet girl turns 16 today. I am so blessed to have such a kind, compassionate, brilliant, artistic, all-around wonderful daughter who makes me a better person every day," she wrote.
	The "Wild" actress was 23 when she gave birth to Ava, after tying the knot with her "The Cruel Intentions" co-star Ryan. The couple, who also have a son together separated in October 2006.

My daughter makes me a better person: Reese Witherspoon

Actor Sam Claflin feels his "Hunger Games" co-star Jennifer Lawrence should have her own space in the dictionary.
	The 29-year-old English actor said one needs to have a special word to define her unique personality, reported Metro newspaper.
	"Jennifer Lawrence is Jennifer Lawrence. You can't sum her up in any other words except Jennifer Lawrence - it should be put in the dictionary to describe one person," Claflin said.
	The "Snow White and the Huntsman" actor went to praise Lawrence, 25, saying she is completely real.
	"She is what she is, you like it or you lump it," he said.

Jennifer Lawrence 'should have her own dictionary space'

In a unique attempt to promote his latest production "Hero", which hit theatres today, Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has promised fans that he will personally sign their tickets after they watch the movie in theatres.
	The 49-year-old actor is launching newcomers Sooraj Pancholi and Athiya Shetty with this romantic action movie directed by Nikhil Advani.
	Salman has asked his fans to send him the movie tickets by post and he will sign the first 100 tickets and send it back to them.
	"Watch 'Hero'. Send me your ticket. I will sign 100 tickets. One of them could be yours. Send your ticket(s) to PO Box 9808 Bandra (w) post office, Mumbai 4000050. Apna naam, address aur twitter handle bhi likhna (Mention your name, address and twitter handle)," Salman posted on twitter.
	"Hero" is the remake of Subhash Ghai's 1983 film of the same name, which starred Jackie Shroff.

Salman Khan's special treat for fans who watch 'Hero'

British stuntwoman Olivia Jackson has been hospitalised following an accident on the set of "Resident Evil: The Final Chapter" in South Africa.
	She has been in an induced coma since Saturday, September 5, suffering from head injuries and a punctured lung, reported Ace Showbiz.
	Jackson was filming a chase scene when the tragedy happened. She rode a motorcycle at high speed and suddenly crashed into a piece of metal camera arm. Unfortunately, she wasn't equipped with any protective gear or helmet during filming.
	A source close to the production said, "It wasn't a very dangerous stunt. She was riding a motorbike in a straight line but due to the scene she had no protective gear or helmet. There is a metal arm which carries the camera along. But it malfunctioned and didn't lift up.
	"It was totally out of her control. She had no chance. She is a lovely lady, the most generous person you could ever meet."
	Her husband, David R Grant, rushed from filming in Malta to be at his wife's ...

'Resident Evil 6' stuntwoman in coma following accident on set

John P Connell, best known as the star of the daytime drama "Young Dr. Malone," has died in Woodland Hills. He was 91.
	Born in Philadelphia, Connell received five battle stars and a Purple Heart during World War II. He was a radio operator and waist gunner aboard a B-24 crew which completed 43 bombing missions, reported Variety.
	He broke into show business on Broadway in "Time Limit" and "Uncle Willie" and with the national company of "Picnic."
	Connell worked on dozens of live TV broadcasts, including "Studio One in Hollywood," "Kraft Theatre," "You Are There," and "Goodyear Playhouse" and starred for five years as Dr David Malone on "Young Dr Malone."
	He also collaborated with his wife Mila to write more than 100 "Secret Storm" scripts. Connell's film work included "Three Days of the Condor," "Family Business" and "Fail Safe."
	Connell also became a ubiquitous radio and television spokesman for hundreds of sponsors. He was at various times the voice of Maxwell House Coffee, ...

Actor John P Connell dies

Dennis Greene, a founding member of the rock and roll/doo-wop group Sha Na Na and former Columbia Pictures executive, has died at a hospital in Dayton, Ohio. He was 66.
	According to the LA Times, Greene died after a brief illness on Saturday.
	Greene reached fame as part of Sha Na Na, the group known for "Tears on My Pillow" and "Born to Hand-Jive." Both songs were on the soundtrack of the 1978 film "Grease," along with other tracks performed by the group including "Those Magic Changes," "Hound Dog," "Rock & Roll Is Here to Stay" and "Blue Moon."
	Sha Na Na appeared as a band called Johnny Casino and the Gamblers in the film, along with appearances in the 1970 documentary "Woodstock" and the group's television series, "Sha Na Na." The variety show aired from 1978 to 1981.
	After 15 years with the group, formed at Columbia University, Greene left Sha Na Na to pursue a master's degree at Harvard and a law degree at Yale.
	He went on to become vice president of production and ...

Sha Na Na founding member Dennis Greene dies

Author JK Rowling has shocked and devastated the Harry Potter fandom by admitting that everyone has been pronouncing the main antagonist Voldemort's name incorrectly.
	The 50-year-old author shared the news with her 5.46 million Twitter followers that the 't' in the name is actually silent, reported CNN.
	Rowling retweeted a tweet from one of her followers in which they shared a piece of Harry Potter trivia. Namely, the 't' in Voldemort should actually be silent.
	Rowling confirmed this was actually the case, further stating that she believes she is the only person to actually pronounce it correctly.
	Another follower pointed out that the name Voldemort actually derives from the French 'vol de mor' meaning 'flight of death'.
	The last Harry Potter book, Harry Pottter and the Deathly Hallows, was published in 2007 yet more secrets about the Wizarding world are revealed on a regular basis.
	Earlier this week, Rowling announced this was the age of Hufflepuff House. Newton 'Newt' ...

JK Rowling reveals the correct way to pronounce 'Voldemort'

UFC fighter Ronda Rousey has been confirmed to headline MGM's reboot of the 1989 cult classic "Road House".
	Ronda is set to play the lead role made famous by Patrick Swayze. In the original film, he portrayed a bouncer who protects a small town in Missouri from a corrupt businessman, according to Variety.
	The UFC champion has reached out to Lisa Niemi to ask for her blessing, which the late actor's widow gladly gave.
	Production is expected to begin in early 2016 following Rousey's next fight against Holly Holm on November 14. The studio is currently meeting with screenwriters.
	"It is a great honour to play a part in celebrating the life of a man that inspired so many. I couldn't be more grateful to have this opportunity to pay respect to the beloved Patrick Swayze. I promise to work incessantly to make sure this project is a tribute his family and fans can be proud of," she said.
	Ronda has appeared on "The Expendables 3", "Entourage", and "Furious 7". She is now attached to star .

Ronda Rousey tapped for 'Road House' remake

Model-turned-singer Carla Bruni is set to front a new car advertisement in which she will portray the French National soccer team coach.
	France's former First Lady, who famously romanced Eric Clapton and Mick Jagger, has teamed up with bosses at US carmaker Ford to star in the new brand-promoting video, reported New York Times.
	It is all part of a conceptually abstract ad campaign by Ford Motor, which hopes 47-year-old Bruni's aura can create an allure for its brand in France that its cars have been unable to do on their own.

Carla Bruni to coach French soccer team in new advert

Pop sensation Justin Bieber thinks Instagram is mainly used by guys who want to look at pretty girls.
	The "What Do You Mean?" singer is a huge fan of the photo-sharing website but believes it is used primarily for men to check out attractive women.
	"Instagram is about dudes looking at pretty girls, that's basically it. I'm just saying that, of course girls like looking at dudes, but it's not the same as how much dudes like looking at chicks," Bieber told Mo' Bounce from New York's Z100 radio station.
	Despite his global fame, the 21-year-old superstar insists he doesn't let being recognised wherever he goes 'rule his life'.
	Asked if it can be difficult for him to go out, he said: "I don't want to let that rule my life.

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