Zohra Sehgal, a quintessential Bollywood diva who essayed character roles with aplomb in a career spanning over seven decades in both theatre and cinema, died here today at the age of 102.
	A Padma Vibhushan awardee, Sehgal breathed her last at Max hospital here around 4:30 PM.
	"She was admitted yesterday and diagnosed with 	pneumonia. A heart patient, she suffered a cardiac arrest and passed away," a senior doctor at the hospital said.
	"She was unwell for last three-four days," daughter Kiran told PTI. Sehgal would be cremated tomorrow at 11 AM at the Lodhi Road crematorium.
	The news was broken in the night by historian Irfan Habib who tweeted, "Just confirmed that Zohra Aapa is no more..."
	In another tweet, he said, "Extremely sad to know about d passing away of Zohra Sehgal, a woman who lived a full life on her own terms. Great loss to art and culture. RIP."
	Sehgal, a vivacious personality, started her career as a dancer with Uday Shankar in 1935. She had appeared in many ...

Grand old lady of Indian cinema Zohra Sehgal dies at 102

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Legendary actress Zohra Sehgal, who essayed character roles with aplomb in a career spanning both theatre and cinema, died here today at the age of 102.
	A Padma Vibhushan awardee, Sehgal breathed her last at Max hospital here around 4:30 PM.
	"She died of a cardiac arrest this afternoon. She was unwell for last three-four days," daughter Kiran told PTI.
	Sehgal would be cremated tomorrow at 11 AM at the Lodhi Road crematorium.
	The news was broken in the night by historian Irfan Habib who tweeted, "Just confirmed that Zohra Aapa is no more..."
	In another tweet, he said, "Extremely sad to know about d passing away of Zohra Sehgal, a woman who lived a full life on her own terms. Great loss to art and culture. RIP."
	Sehgal, a vivacious personality, started her career as a dancer with Uday Shankar in 1935. She had appeared in many Bollywood films as a character actor as well as in English language films besides television series and plays.
	Often called the grand old lady of Bollywood, 

Zohra Sehgal dies at 102

Supermodel Gisele Bundchen has been selected to escort 2014 World Cup trophy to the field before the final match on July 13.
	FIFA and Louis Vuitton announced that Carles Puyol from Spain's 2010 Cup-winning team would accompany the 33-year-old wife of NFL player Tom Brady at Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
	The trophy is made from 18-carat solid gold and malachite, while the case was designed by Vuitton with brown monogrammed LV canvas pattern, brass locks and fittings.
	"She's (Gisele) the natural choice as she epitomizes the Brazilian woman and spreading her country's colors all over the world," a spokesperson for Vuitton revealed.

Gisele Bundchen to carry 2014 World Cup Trophy at finals

Alia Bhatt is not bothered about comparisons between her song in 'Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania' and her contemporary Shraddha Kapoor's hit number from 'Ek Villain'.
	The 21-year-old star, who has earlier sung in 'Highway', has been appreciated for her voice in the unplugged version of 'Samjhawan' from her upcoming release.
	"I always knew there would be comparisons. Karan (Johar) and I infact discussed it too. I told him that I don't care because I am not comparing in my head.
	"So let people compare because it is something to be talked about. Two contemporaries singing back-to-back unplugged versions of two hit romantic songs are bound to draw comparisons," Alia told reporters here.
	Alia is all praise for Shraddha and feels she has given a completely different soul to 'Galliyan'.
	"I have heard the song and I loved it. It is a beautiful song. The original and her version both have a completely different soul to it. I think she has sung it brilliantly," she said.
	The 'Highway' star has 

Not worried about comparisons with Shraddha's song: Alia Bhatt

Ali Fazal, who is on a career high after 'Bobby Jasoos' doing good at the box-office, says he is feeling sad for his parents who could not watch the film due to Ramadan.
	The 27-year-old actor has played the male lead in the film opposite Vidya Balan.
	"I am super ecstatic with the kind of response I have got for my performance in Bobby Jasoos. My phone hasn't stopped buzzing since the release date. I am thankful to Dia (producer) for giving me this great opportunity and also to Vidya for being a great co-star.
	"I am only a tad disappointed for my parents and close friends in Lucknow who were excited to see the movie. Since Ramadan is going on they haven't got an opportunity to watch the film. I wish they could have seen the film as the movie celebrates Ramadan and the jashn of life," Fazal said in a statement.
	Set in Hyderabad, 'Bobby Jasoos' released on July 4.

Ali Fazal upset as his parents can't watch 'Bobby Jasoos'

Spanish star Penelope Cruz is in negotiations to join Sacha Baron Cohen in comedy film 'Grimsby'.
	Louis Leterrier is directing the Sony comedy, which is shooting in the UK.
	The film's story revolves around a James Bond type, played by Mark Strong, who is forced to hid in his hometown and team up with his English football hooligan brother, played by Baron Cohen.
	Cruz will reportedly play a philanthropic corporate leader with dubious personality.

Penelope Cruz in spy comedy with Sacha Baron Cohen

Filmmaker Guy Ritchie's fiancee Jacqui Ainsley has given birth to the couple's third child.
	The 'Snatch' director and Ainsley, who already have son Rafael, two, and daughter Rivka, 18 months, together, welcomed a third baby into the world recently, reported E! online.
	 Ritchie, 45, who also has sons Rocco, 13, and David, eight, with ex-wife Madonna, previously said he is a laid back dad who tries not to give his kids too much 'life advice' and thinks too much emphasis is placed on academia.
	Ritchie and Ainsley have been in a relationship since 2010 and became engaged in 2012 after the director popped the question to the 32-year-old beauty at the Madeo restaurant in Los Angeles.

Guy Ritchie is a father again

Hip hop group N-Dubz are planning to reunite next year and plan to return to the recording studio together in the second half of 2015.
	The hip hop trio, which consists of members Fazer, Tulisa Contostavlos and Dappy, announced they were going on hiatus in 2011, but have revealed they will return the recording studio together, reported Daily Mirror.
	Fazer, real name Richard Rawson, said, "We've been so busy with our own commitments that we haven't had time to come back yet. But we're going to start recording in the second half of next year.
	"We want to come back like Black Eyed Peas."
	The group got together when the rapper, who dated Tulisa for almost two years until February 2012, was just 12 and he released a solo track, 'Fireflies' with The Wanted's Tom Parker earlier this year.

N-Dubz to reunite in 2015

Actor Jonah Hill is in talks to join George Clooney starrer period comedy 'Hail, Caesar!'.
	The multistarrer, being made by Coen brothers --Joel and Ethan--, also stars Josh Brolin, Ralph Fiennes and Tilda Swinton.
	Scarlett Johansson is in early talks to join the production, said the Hollywood Reporter.
	'Caesar' tells the story of Eddie Mannix, a fixer who worked for the Hollywood studios in the 1950s.

Jonah Hill in 'Hail, Caesar!'

American singer-songwriter Kesha says checking into rehab was the scariest day of her life.
	The 27-year-old 'Die Young' hitmaker spent two months in a rehabilitation centre for an eating disorder this January, and cried perpetually and worried what people would think of her, reported Contactmusic.
	"The first day at the treatment centre was the scariest of my life. As I lay in the tiny, bare room, crying and clutching a stuffed lion that Mom had given me, I worried what people would think," Kesha said.
	"Sure, I've written songs about partying, but my dirty little secret is that I'm actually incredibly responsible," she added.

Rehab was terrifying: Kesha

Socialite Nicole Richie has taken responsibility for setting up her brother-in-law Benji Madden with his new lady love Cameron Diaz.
	The 'Good Charlotte' rocker and actress Diaz sparked rumours of a new romance when they were spotted spending time together in May, reported Us magazine.
	Now, Richie, who is married to Benji's twin brother Joel, has opened up about her matchmaking project.
	"I approve of anything that's going to make Benji happy. I am a devoted sister-in-law. I'm happy for anyone who is happy, and I want everyone to be surrounded with love," the fashion designer said.
	When questioned if she was the one who officially set Madden and Diaz up, Richie admitted, "Yes. I'm going to take responsibility for everything!"
	Diaz recently took their relationship to the next level by introducing the rocker to her whole family during a reunion in Florida over America's Independence Day holiday weekend.

Nicole Richie set Benji Madden with Cameron Diaz

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is in Brazil to watch the last leg of matches of the FIFA World Cup, says he is enjoying every bit of his experience and there is nothing like watching a match from inside a stadium.
	The 71-year-old actor is accompanied by his son, Abhishek Bachchan, who is equally soaked in the football spirit. The two have watched the second semi-final match between Argentina and Netherlands in Sau Paulo.
	"I can say this... The experience of sitting inside the stadium is unbelievable. Today's game at Sau Paulo was fantastic crowd wise," Big B tweeted.
	Abhishek posted a a picture from the stadium, writing, "Ok! Let's go.

Unbelievable experience to watch football in stadium: Big B

Director Homi Adajania, whose 'Finding Fanny' trailer has garnered over a million views in just 22 hours, says he shot the quirky story in just 36 days.
	The film stars Deepika Padukone, Arjun Kapoor, Naseeruddin Shah, Dimple Kapadia and Pankaj Kapur.
	Adajania enjoyed working with a bunch of talented performers in the film, which is set in a sleepy Goan village.
	"Love makes normal people do nutty things. But what if they were already a little nutty to begin with? Deepika and Arjun Kapoor signed onto the film before 'Chennai Express' and 'Two States' had released and didn't waiver because they had the same conviction.
	"I couldn't make the film without Naseer because his character was written for him. As for Dimple, if I make a film without her she will have my head on a platter," said the director, who has previously helmed 'Being Cyrus' and 'Cocktail'.
	Adajania said shooting the film was as hilarious as the story.
	"A great joy I experienced was being introduced to Pankaj Kapur. ..

Homi Adajania shot 'Finding Fanny' in 36 days

Indian-origin actor Kal Penn is set to headline National Geographic's latest show about how maps, statistics and data provide information about the world.
	 The 36-year-old 'Harold & Kumar' star will map data on variety of topics such as money, sex, food, sports, crime, weather, animal migrations and how they influence (people's) daily lives, reported Contactmusic.
	 "National Geographic has a legacy of transporting people to amazing places and with Mapology, we're going to establish connections made through statistics and data, and reveal how the bigger picture affects the real world, throughout history, across societies and into our hearts and brains," Penn said.
	The show will premiere next spring.

Kal Penn to host and produce a new series on TV

American columnist, author and blogger Meghan McCain is being lined to host 'The View', as Sherri Shepherd and Jenny McCarthy are leaving the daytime talk show.
	The 29-year-old, who is the daughter of Senator John McCain, is currently under contract as the host of 'Take Part Live', reported Contactmusic.
	Meanwhile, fans are waiting to see who ABC announces as the replacements, but the TV network isn't fuelling any speculations.
	"Any specific names at this point are rumour and speculation," an ABC representative said.
	"There are no decisions and we are not ready to make any announcements.

Meghan McCain to host 'The View'

Actress Eva Mendes is reportedly seven months pregnant with boyfriend Ryan Gosling's baby.
	Besides expecting a child, the couple could also be gearing up to get married very soon, reported Us! magazine.
	"Eva is thrilled. She's been ready for motherhood for a while now, and to be sharing this experience with Ryan is a dream come true for her," a source said.
	"Ryan grew up without a dad, so he always said when he had kids, he'd be there no matter what. This is it for him," it added.
	The rumour seems to have been fuelled by an incident when the 'Place Beyond The Pines' star reportedly told officers Transportation Security Administration point for a routine pre-flight security check that she would not be able to pass through the body scanner "because she's pregnant"; a claim that was later denied by the actress.
	The acting couple, who have been dating since 2011, could also be set to wed very shortly in keeping with Mendes's traditional values.
	Neither Mendes nor Gosling have ...

Eva Mendes pregnant with Ryan Gosling's baby?

After matching steps with Salman Khan in a special song from the upcoming film 'Kick', model-actress Nargis Fakhri says she was bowled over by the superstar's personality and energy.
	The 34-year-old beauty said she was nervous initially to shake a leg with the 'Dabangg' star.
	"It was ecstatic to work with Salman but at the same time I was nervous because he is one of the biggest stars of the industry and I thought I would mess-up everything on the set.
	"But once I got to the set and met him all those worries faded away. He has an amazing sense of humour and imparted so much positivity. I am in awe of Salman. I had a great time with him and the entire team of the film," Nargis told PTI in an interview over phone from Mumbai.
	The item number 'Yaar Na Mile' is composed by rapper Honey Singh and is choreographed by Ahmed Khan.
	While rehearsing for the edgy dance number, Nargis had been nursing a ruptured knee ligament and a torn hamstring injuries but that did not deter the ...

I am in awe of Salman Khan: Nargis Fakhri

Rosemary Murphy, who appeared as the neighbour Maudie Atkinson in the classic 1962 film adaptation of 'To Kill a Mockingbird', starring Gregory Peck, has died. She was 87.
	Murphy had recently been diagnosed with esophageal cancer. The actress died on Saturday at her home in New York City, her longtime agent, Alan Willig said, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
	Murphy won an Emmy in 1976 for her work on the seminal miniseries 'Eleanor and Franklin', and was nominated the next year for her work on sequel 'Eleanor and Franklin: The White House Years.'
	The actress had a long career on the stage and was Tony nominated for lead actress in a play or featured actress in a play three times.
	The actress appeared in features including Woody Allen films 'September' in 1987 and 'Mighty Aphrodite' in 1995 and had appeared in a number of films in recent years: 2007's 'The Savages,' 'Synecdoche, New York,' 'AfterLife' and 'The Romantics'.
	Murphy was also known for her work on soap ...

Actress Rosemary Murphy dies

'Iron Man' star Robert Downey Jr is set to become a father again as his wife Susan is pregnant with a baby girl.
	The 49-year-old actor announced the baby news himself on his social media sites like Twitter and Facebook, revealing the gender of the baby and when it's due.
	"Yo. Susan. Me. Baby. Girl. November. Scorpio?" he posted.
	Robert later posted a longer message on Facebook, "Um. I don't know if it's a 'man's world,' but I'm certain women run it. Susan and I are therefore delighted to announce we are expecting a baby. Girl. November."
	The couple met on the set of 'Gothika' in 2003 and married in 2005. They welcomed their first son Exton Elias Downey on February 7, 2012.
	He is also a father to 20-year-old son Indio from his first marriage to actress Deborah Falconer. Indio was arrested for cocaine possession last week.

Robert Downey Jr, wife expecting baby girl

Swedish newcomer Rebecca Ferguson has been tapped to star opposite Tom Cruise in 'Mission: Impossible V' after Jessica Chastain passed the part.
	Ferguson made a name out of herself when she starred in the titular role of BBC's 'The White Queen', reported Deadline.
	She was nominated for a Golden Globe this year for her first English-language role. She can next be seen in Brett Ratner's 'Hercules', to be released on July 25.
	Actor Alec Baldwin is in talks to join the fifth installment of the action franchise as the head of the CIA.
	Plot is still kept under wraps but reports say he will be a high-ranking CIA officer who oversees Cruise's division, very much like Laurence Fishburne's role in 'Mission: Impossible 3'.
	Chris McQuarrie will direct the film from the script penned by Drew Pearce. Paramount has slated it for release on December 25, 2015.
	Cruise will reprise his role as Ethan Hunt. Jeremy Renner and Simon Pegg also return to the franchise.

Rebecca Ferguson to play female lead in 'MI 5'

Actress Poppy Montgomery is expecting her third child.
	The former 'Without a Trace' star and her husband Shawn Sanford will welcome a new sibling for their 14-month-old daughter Violet Grace this autumn, reported Ace Showbiz.
	Montgomery, who is already six months pregnant, confirmed the happy news during an appearance on US talk show 'The View'.
	Excited to finally talk about her pregnancy in public, she said, "I'm so happy. I'm hoping to get all of the privileges now of a real pregnant person. I want to be respected and given lots of royal treatment."
	"I haven't told anyone yet."
	The 39-year-old actress also has a six-year-old son, Jackson, from her previous relationship with actor Adam Kaufman, while Sanford has two other children from a prior marriage.

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