"Iron Man" star Gwyneth Paltrow finds comparisons with actresses Jessica Alba and Blake Lively over their respective lifestyle brands offensive.
	Paltrow runs lifestyle web portal Goop, while Alba is the founder of Honest Company and Blake has Preserve, reported Female First.
	"People are grasping at straws to tie us together and I get it, because it makes a good story, but I'm slightly offended by this sort of generalisation that happens with myself and Jessica and Reese and Blake," she said, when questioned about the other two actresses.
	The 42-year-old actress taunted the media, saying if Hollywood actor George Clooney would ever be questioned about other male actors' business, making it clear she found such generalisations about actresses sexist.
	"This is a very interesting question, because I wonder if George Clooney would be asked about Puff Daddy's ancillary liquor line. I'm fascinated how the media in particular are so confounded by entrepreneurial women doing something ...

Comparisons with Alba, Lively are misogynistic: Paltrow

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A Mumbai resident today approached the Economic Offences Wing of police seeking inquiry into QNet, a multi-level marketing company facing allegations of duping investors, being one of the sponsors of onoging International Indian Film Academy Awards, 2015.
	The EOW of Mumbai police is probing the Hong Kong-based Qnet for an alleged Rs 425-crore fraud.
	Gurpreet Singh Anand, who is one of the original complainants against the firm, contends in the fresh complaint that the "purpose of sponsoring IIFA awards is to further the Qnet scam in India and create an image that it is a respectable brand".
	IIFA website lists Qnet as one of the 'official direct selling partners'.
	While Singh has demanded probe into "why they (organisers) have appointed this company as sponsor", IIFA officials were unavailable for comment. Its legal cell informed PTI that senior officials were busy in Malaysia where the awards ceremony is taking place.
	The EOW has so far arrested 17 persons for allegedly duping ...

Complainant wants probe of Qnet's sponsorship of IIFA

Bollywood actress-singer Priyanka Chopra, who plays a submissive daughter in her latest release "Dil Dhadakne Do", says gender inequality does exist in affluent and educated societies.
	The 32-year-old former Miss World feels gender inequality is a major issue in Indian society.
	"My character Ayesha represents most women in India. They are put in a box and can't raise their voice no matter from how affluent or educated society they come from. Gender equality does really exist in such societies too.
	"It was beautiful to be Ayesha and I could relate myself to the character because I belong to a conservative Punjabi family and I took inspiration from my own family," Priyanka told reporters here on the sidelines of IIFA 2015 Weekend and Awards here.
	The National-award winning actress said it was tough for her to play the unassertive role in the Zoya Akhtar-directed film just after her strong character in "Mary Kom".
	"It was an extremely hard transition for me. I played a tomboyish ...

Affluent families do put women in a box: Priyanka Chopra

Zoya Akhtar says the main aim behind making her latest dysfunctional family drama "Dil Dhadakne Do" was to set a new tone in representing the brother-sister relationship in Bollywood.
	Zoya, whose film revolves around the lives of two siblings (played by Ranveer Singh and Priyanka Chopra), said she always wanted to make a family drama keeping this bond at the core.
	"I don't think a brother-sister relationship is well represented in Bollywood. They generally have cheesy representations. They are never at ease. This is one of the most important relationships in the world because nobody else shares your parents," Zoya told reporters following the film's screening on the sidelines of IIFA Weekend and Awards.
	"I am thankful to Reema Kagti for writing a brilliant script and I am really thankful to the bunch of talented actors," Zoya said.
	The screening of "Dil Dhadakne Do", which released worldwide yesterday, was attended by Farhan Akhtar, Anil Kapoor, Priyanka, Shefali Shah and Anushka .

Brother-sister bond not represented well in Bollywood: Zoya

Actress Jennifer Aniston is working on a cookbook which is aimed at people who struggle with dieting.
	In a an interview with Yahoo Beauty Editor-in-Chief, Bobbi Brown, Aniston, 46, talked about beauty, self-esteem, plastic surgery and the cookbook she is currently writing.
	"I would like to do a lifestyle thing, for people who struggle with dieting. I could just make anything for a diet taste delicious," she said revealing she's just begun working on a cookbook.
	"I m a good alchemist... I can mix certain things together that are all very healthy, but you don't feel like you're depriving yourself in any way. I could just make anything for a diet taste delicious," said the former "Friends" star.
	Aniston, a fitness fanatic, also talked about her fiance, Justin Theroux, and more importantly, his healthy and delicious margarita.
	"Justin actually makes the perfect margarita with (Don Julio 1942), because there is no agave, no sugar no mix. It's pure tequila, lime juice, a squinch of ...

Jennifer Aniston working on a cookbook

"Whip My Hair" singer Willow Smith has landed her first major fashion campaign as the second face of Marc Jacobs' fall-winter 2015 collection, following Cher, who was revealed as a star of the campaign.
	Smith, 14, daughter of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith will be following in the footsteps of Victoria Beckham, Sofia Coppola, Miley Cyrus, Dakota Fanning, Jessica Lange, Kate Moss reported E! Online.
	52-year-old fashion designer Jacobs made the announcement via his Instagram account, writing a lengthy note alongside Willow's ad.
	"Beauty, style and talent know no age. It is those individuals whose creativity, unique vision, and voice inspire all of us here to create and express ourselves through our medium: fashion.
	"Photographed by David Sims, this season's ads feature friends, each of whom evoke a sense of intrigue and inspiration and collectively provoke a true consideration for individuality. Here today I would like to share (not CHER) with you first, the talented, stylish and 

Willow Smith is the latest face of Marc Jacobs

Bollywood heartthrob Hrithik Roshan says his father, filmmaker Rakesh Roshan's struggles and success in the film industry is a source of inspiration, which helps him get through difficult times.
	Hrithik, 41, who suffered personal setbacks in the last two years including a brain surgery and his divorce from wife Sussanne Khan, called his actor-turned-director father "an amazing human being".
	"My father's journey will always inspire me till I die.. his will to bear the extreme conditions of shooting to facing tragedies like having no hope. He has an incredible journey," Hrithik told reporters on the sidelines of IIFA 2015 here.
	The "Krrish 3" star today re launched his sister Sunaina Roshan's debut book "To Dad with Love" here. Hrithik has penned the foreword and he said his sister decided to write the book as their father is "less expressive".
	"My father believes in the saying that 'men don't cry'. My father has been different. He can't express his love. But my sister decided to ...

My father's journey inspires me: Hrithik Roshan

Australian actress Melissa George is pregnant with her second child.
	"The Amityville Horror" and former "Home and Away" star is expecting her second baby with boyfriend Jean-David Blac. The couple has been together since 2011.
	The actress' pregnancy has postponed her new NBC medical show "Heartbreaker", which will now swap place with "Chicago Med", reported Aceshowbiz.
	George, 38, plays Dr. Alex Panttiere, an outspoken world-renowned stubborn and fearless heart-transplant surgeon in the male-dominated field, in the medical series inspired by the real-life story of Dr Kathy Magliato.
	The series is now expected to debut in mid-season.

Melissa George Pregnant

Miss Piggy has been honoured with an feminist award by feminist icon and author Gloria Steinem and Elizabeth Sackler, an activist and author.
	The beloved Muppets character was awarded the Sackler Center First Award from the Elizabeth A Sackler Center for Feminist Art at the Brooklyn Museum, reported E! online.
	Miss Piggy is well known for her charitable works such as for Red Nose Day UK in 2013.
	With this honour Miss Piggy has joined the likes of novelist Toni Morrison and Supreme Court justice Sandra Day O'Connor.

Miss Piggy honoured with feminist award by Gloria Steinem

Singer-turned-fashion designer Victoria Beckham has ruled out having another child.
	Victoria, 41, has sons Brooklyn, 16, Romeo, 12, and Cruz, 10, as well as three-year-old daughter Harper with her husband, David Beckham, but insists the couple won't be adding to their brood, reported OK! magazine.
	When asked if she would have another child, she said: "No. I've got four! I feel like I've done my bit."
	The former Spice Girls star gave birth to Harper in 2011, and revealed it was a "lovely surprise" when she discovered she was expecting a girl, especially as she had previously been told she would be having a fourth son.
	"I was told when I had my scan that I was having another boy at first. I felt so lucky to be pregnant, so whether Harper was going to be a boy or a girl I felt very blessed."
	However, Victoria joked her daughter is a "tomboy" because she is a fan of football, just like her father.
	"Harper loves football. It's like a dagger going into my heart! As much as she is ...

Victoria Beckham rules out having more kids

"Furious 7" actor Jason Statham has been approached by Marvel to take the coveted role of Bullseye in "Daredevil" season 2.
	In the comic books, Bullseye is one of Matt Murdock's enemies. He is a formidable villain who never misses his targets and is rumoured to antagonise Charlie Cox's superhero character in the upcoming sophomore season, reported Ace Showbiz.
	The new season is due 2016. Rosario Dawson is officially confirmed to reprise her role as Claire Temple, a Hell's Kitchen nurse who was romantically entangled with Murdock in the first season.
	She signed a deal that will also allow her to appear in any of Marvel's other Netflix original series since her character has ties with other Defenders heroes.
	Statham was last seen in action comedy "Spy" along with Melissa McCarthy. He will next be seen in action thriller "Mechanic: Resurrection" with Jessica Alba.

Jason Statham to join 'Daredevil' Season 2

"Little People, Big World" stars Matt and Amy Roloff have filed for divorce after being married for 27 years.
	They announced the news in a joint statement, writing, "After 27 years of marriage, it is with great sadness that we have come to the difficult decision to file for divorce", reported Ace Showbiz.
	"We are proud of what we have accomplished together including raising four wonderful children who have grown to become remarkable adults and building our strong and ongoing successful businesses," they went on, "Our kids and our ever growing family, and the love and support we have for them, will be our priority."
	"We will continue to work together side by side in the daily responsibilities for our many current ventures. We would like to thank our family, friends and all our fans for their continued support and understanding during this difficult time," they added.
	Matt and Amy announced they were separated back in March 2014.

Matt and Amy Roloff divorcing after 27 years

Pop star Jennifer Lopez and dancer Casper Smart continue to fuel speculations that they are back together.
	The couple was spotted holding hands while taking a stroll on the set of her new drama "Shades of Blue", reported Ace Showbiz.
	In some photos, Lopez and Smart looked relaxed as they walked hand-in-hand on the Brooklyn set.
	The star of "The Boy Next Door" wore a green puffy long coat and navy boots with her hair styled in voluminous curls. Smart, meanwhile, donned a jean jacket, a white tee, chambray trousers and brown shoes.
	Lopez, 45, and Smart have been spotted spending time together since January.

Jennifer Lopez reunites with Casper Smart on movie set

Rapper Chris Brown and his former girlfriend Karrueche Tran had a sour reunion in Hollywood.
	The former couple got involved in a heated argument, causing such a ruckus which prompted neighbours to call police, reported Ace Showbiz.
	Brown and Tran arrived separately at the club. The model came with her friend Christina Milian and she was upset that Brown bought a table next to them. They were engaged in a war of words, and he followed her when she decided to leave.
	In a video, the R&B singer seemed to force his way into Tran's car and refuse to get out. They reportedly took off together but she later dropped him off.
	Still, he followed her home demanding to speak to her. She eventually agreed to meet him at a public place after he banged and yelled at her door.
	Tran then went with a friend to meet Brown Norm's Diner, but they once again engaged in an argument. After the fight at the restaurant, she allegedly sought refuge at an "undisclosed location" instead of coming to her ...

Police Called in Chris Brown and Karrueche Tran fight

Actor R Madhavan, who is basking in the box-office success of "Tanu Weds Manu Returns", has managed to carve a niche for himself both in Kollywood and Bollywood, but feels that he has still not shown his real potential to Hindi filmmakers.
	Madhavan made his debut in Bollywood with "Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein" and then went on to do memorable roles in "Rang De Basanti", "Guru", "Tanu Weds Manu (TWM)", "3 Idiots" and others.
	"I haven't shown them (Bollywood filmmakers) what I am capable of. I took a break for three years from work and then I did 'Tanu Weds Manu Returns' and upon its release I got so much love and affection from just one film," Madhavan told PTI in an exclusive interview here.
	"I wish I could do a film every three months as who doesn't want to drive Bentley or Rolls Royce.. But at the end of the day you should be satisfied with the work you are doing. For me, doing a film just for the sake of money doesn't work," he said.
	Madhavan does agree that getting good work is ...

Haven't shown B-town filmmakers what I am capable of: Madhavan

Actress Keira Knightley's baby gender has been revealed to be a girl.
	The 30-year-old "The Imitation Game" welcomed her first child with her husband James Righton back in May, reported People magazine.
	Knightley, 30, began dating Righton, 31, in late February, 2011. The couple married on May 4, 2013 in Southern France. Knightley and Righton live in Islington.
	The actress can be seen in upcoming 3D disaster movie "Everest (2015)" along with Jason Clarke, Josh Brolin, John Hawkes, Robin Wright, Sam Worthington and Jack Gyllenhaal.
	Based on the real events of 1996 Mount Everest disaster, the film is set to hit US theatres on September 18.

Keira Knightley has a baby girl

"X-Men" director Bryan Singer shared a photo of himself in front of the Cerebro which appeared in the first "X-Men" movie back in 2000.
	Singer, 49, who has been teasing his fans about the upcoming movie "X-Men: Apocalypse" captioned the photo - "Cerebro is Spanish for brain. #Xmen #XmenApocalypse."
	The big round room first appeared in the 2000 film. It seems like the device will be used once again to detect humans, specifically mutants, reported Aceshowbiz.
	The director made it clear that the upcoming "X-Men: Apocalypse" would feature at least one scene in Cerebro.
	"X-Men: Apocalypse" takes place a decade after "X-Men: Days of Future Past" and is a seamless next step in the story.
	Xavier (McAvoy), Erik/Magneto (Michael Fassbender), Raven/Mystique (Jennifer Lawrence), Wolverine (Hugh Jackman) and Hank/Beast (Nicholas Hoult) are joined by young Cyclops, Storm, Jean and others as the X-Men gear up to fight their most formidable foe yet - an ancient unrelenting force determined to ...

Bryan Singer to bring back Cerebro in 'X-Men: Apocalypse'

Singer Oritse Williams says he was emotional when JLS broke up in 2013 because the band was like a baby to him.
	As a founding member of the "Beat Again" boyband, the 28-year-old singer found it difficult to move on when he, Marvin Humes, Aston Merrygold and JB Gill parted ways, reported Contactmusic.
	"I was emotional, that's all I can really say. You know, being the founding member, being the person who put the group together, it's always going to be more difficult for you than it is because it's your baby ultimately.
	"However it's just like going from school to college, from college to university it becomes a time in your life when you have to move on to that next step and we felt like it was that time so now I'm in that next place," Williams said.

I was emotional when JLS split: Oritse Williams

The first set photos from "The Huntsman" have arrived and they feature Jessica Chastain joined by Chris Hemsworth in costume as the titular character, Eric the Huntsman.
	The 31-year-old actor looked sexy in a leather vest over a long-sleeved white shirt. He rocked a wig since just last week he was spotted sporting short hair.
	As for Chastain, she sported a black dress with a braided hair style. Some of the photos showed Hemsworth's character and Chastain's character conversing in a boat. The scenes are seemingly taken in a lake, reported Ace Showbiz.
	Cedric Nicolas-Troyan, a visual effects expert who earned a Visual Effects Oscar nomination for "Snow White and the Huntsman", is set to direct "The Huntsman".
	This will mark his directorial debut. Darabont has written the latest version of the screenplay while the earlier drafts were penned by Craig Mazin and Evan Spiliotopoulos.
	Joe Roth is producing the film alongside executive producer Palak Patel. Both of them were also behind ..

First look of Chris Hemsworth 's 'The Huntsman' revealed

The first trailer for the movie adaptation of Shakespeare's "Macbeth", starring Michael Fassbender as the tragic hero, has been released.
	The trailer of one of the most appreciated Shakesperean tragedy opens with the "12 Years a Slave" actor fighting with other warriors in a battlefield.
	Macbeth, who is obsessed to seize the throne sneaks up on the King's tent with a dagger. It continues with the scenes where Macbeth and his wife are crowned as king and queen, reported Aceshowbiz.
	"Macbeth" directed by "Snowtown" filmmaker Justin Kurzel, has been shot in actual Scottish highlands.
	Apart from Fassbender, 38, the film stars "The Immigrant" actress Marion Cotillard in a pivotal role.
	The cast also includes Considine, David Thewlis, Sean Harris, Jack Reynor and Elizabeth Debicki.
	"Macbeth" premiered at this year's Cannes Film Festival.

Michael Fassbender nails it in the first 'Macbeth' trailer

British singer Leona Lewis has revealed that her fifth studio album will come out in September and fans can hear her being "very real".
	The 'Fire Under My Feet' singer has said her album was inspired by her previous recording contract with Simon Cowell's label, Syco, reported Washington Post.
	"I think the song with the most revealing lyrics on the album is 'Thunder'. The story behind 'Thunder' definitely has references to my experience with Syco and Simon, and the whole situation I was involved in before. Every lyric is so honest. It's literally very raw, very real. Some of the lyrics did come from a place of frustration because I didn't really know what I was doing for such a long time." She said.
	The 30-year-old musician said she is thrilled with the as-yet untitled LP because it has allowed her to express who she is.
	"The album is all about empowerment, self-empowerment, building yourself up and not letting people say what you can and can't do.

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