Singer Lily Allen says she tries to be a normal mother by reaching home early and making dinner for her family.
	The 28-year-old star has daughters Ethel, two, and 10-month-old Marnie, with husband Sam Cooper, reported Contactmusic.
	"I generally try to get back at 4 or 5pm and do dinner and bath time and the things that normal mums do," Allen said.
	The 'Smile' hitmaker said after the birth of Marnie, it took some time for her to connect to herself.
	"It wasn't until I stopped breastfeeding that I started to connect with myself again. It was much harder than in the past," she said.

Lily Allen tries to be a normal mother

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Post his stint in celebrity reality show 'Bigg Boss', Bangaldeshi model Asif Azim is eyeing a Bollywood move and hopes to land a film role soon.
	"I have been in India for more than 10 years but I was travelling a lot so I did not get much time to think about films. I have learnt kick-boxing and horse-riding. My Hindi was not good at all and so I also took Hindi language classes. I have also done a course in acting," Asif told PTI.
	"I have been preparing. So far there has not been any offers. But I am hoping soon something may come my way," he added.
	The 29-year-old model was all praises for 'Bigg Boss' host Salman Khan and said he learnt a lot from the Bollywood superstar during his many interactions with him on the show.
	"I learnt alot from Salman. He has been there in the film industry for many years, he has seen ups and downs and today he is the biggest superstar. I am lucky I got the opportunity to learn and interact with him," he said.
	Asif made a comeback on the ramp at the 

Asif Azim ready to try his luck in Bollywood

One Direction star Harry Styles says he began practising yoga for the relief from his back pain.
	It is believed that the 19-year-old singer's one leg is an inch Longer than the other one, which gives him permanent backache, reported Daily mirror.
	"I have a bad back and I went to see and an osteopath. He told me to do ballet. But I didn't. I'm doing yoga instead," Styles said during an interview.
	Other members of the boyband are Niall Horan, Liam Payne, Louis Tomlinson and Zayn Malik.

Harry Styles practises yoga for relief from back pain

Writer-composer Manpreet Dhami, who shot to fame with his song dedicated to the Delhi gangrape victim, feels music is a tool to educate society.
	"In today's times, I believe music can educate people. It helps an individual to connect with self. It generates sensitivity and sensibility thus bringing a change in the society as a whole," Dhami said.
	Dhami's satirical take on Delhi gangrape 'Mera Tharki India' had gone viral on social media and received more than 300,000 hits on YouTube.
	The 26-year-old singer believes that commercialisation of music tampers its purity and quality. He said music lovers will long remember soulful renditions of Rabbi Shergill and not rapper 'Yo Yo' Honey Singh's loud songs.
	"In the long run, people will not remember Honey Singh but Rabbi Shergill. Commercialisation screws the mind of an artist because he stops creating music that he likes and makes music which he thinks people like. It is very hard to stick to the style of music you believe in and Rabbi 

Music is a tool to educate society: Manpreet Dhami

Legendary actress Waheeda Rehman will be honoured with the inaugural Centenary Award for Indian Film Personality of the Year at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa on November 20.
	The Government of India has instituted the award to commemorate 100 years of Indian Cinema.
	The 77-year-old actress, known for her memorable performance in films like 'Guide' and 'Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam', will be given the honour in recognition of her unparalleled contribution to Indian cinema on the opening day of the ten day festival.
	Rehman has been selected unanimously by a five-member jury. The award carries a citation, a certificate, a medal (silver peacock), a shawl and a cash prize of Rs 10 lakh.
	From this year onwards, the award would be given annually to an outstanding film personality for his or her contribution to Indian Cinema.
	Rehman was given Padma Shri in 1972 and the Padma Bhushan in 2011.
	Indian cinema celebrated it's centenary on May 3 this year, 100 years after the 

Waheeda Rehman to receive first Centenary film award at IFFI

Bollywood actor Imran Khan has described his upcoming film 'Gori Tere Pyaar Mein' as one of the most fun work experiences that he has had till date.
	"For me this is the most fun film. What makes it special is the chemistry and interaction between me and Kareena (Kapoor Khan). That is what makes the film stand up," Imran told PTI.
	"Kareena and I have good chemistry. I think we look good together. Part of the reason is because inherently we understand each other as actors," said Imran, who is in the UK capital to promote the film alongwith with his leading lady Kareena.
	The romantic comedy film has been directed by Punit Malhotra and produced by Karan Johar under the banner of Dharma Productions.
	Imran said the film is aimed at younger couples and the family audience.
	"Karan likes his films to reach out across the audiences and he likes to make his films family friendly. You can watch it with your parents and parents can take their kids to watch it," he said.
	Imran also revealed ..

'Gori Tere Pyaar Mein is the most fun film: Imran Khan

Actress Sonakshi Sinha says all is well between her and 'Dabangg' co-star Salman Khan and that he is not upset with her over anything.
	There were reports that Salman was miffed with Sonakshi as she turned down a film offer from Arbaaz and the superstar, but she rubbishes such gossips.
	"If he is upset, ask him, don't ask me. But there is nothing like that. No, he is not upset with me and there is nothing of the sort that has come out in the papers," Sonakshi told PTI.
	Salman was keen on having Sonakshi in 'Kick' but things did not work out and now Jacqueline Fernandez is doing it. "It was long back when it was discussed, but by the time it started, I couldn't do it. I will have to cut myself into two (because of hectic shooting schedules)," she said.
	Sonakshi made her debut as an actress in 'Dabangg' opposite Salman and was even part of the sequel. Both the films were a huge hit.
	"I don't know when we will be seen together again. As of now there is nothing in the pipeline. We both 

Salman is not upset with me: Sonakshi Sinha

Director Punit Malhotra's film 'Gori Tere Pyaar Mein' was initially meant to be a two-hero two-heroine project and he wanted Saif Ali Khan in it.
	"At one point of time this film was a two hero-two heroine subject. I only went to the boys. It was Saif and Imran. But for some reasons that didn't work out. I then made it into a solo hero film," Punit told PTI.
	Post his directorial debut 'I Hate Luv Storys', it took Punit long to come up with his 'Gori Tere Pyaar Mein'.
	"Imran (Khan) made me wait a lot. I took three drafts to him, he had issues with first and second draft. When I went for the third time, he approved the first draft only. That led to the delay but I have no complaints," Punit told PTI.
	There were rumours that he had also approached Shahid Kapoor for the project. Punit admitted to having gone to another actor but did not wish to name him.
	"Imran initially rejected it, so I went to another actor, but that didn't work out and I made the changes in the script and went ...

Wanted Saif and Imran for 'Gori Tere Pyaar Mein': Punit

Bollywood actress Chitrangada Singh feels politicians in our country, especially the youth leaders, should abandon their formal clothes in favour of more casual attires.
	"The youth leaders in our country should dress more casually. I think it is time they start wearing jeans and T-shirts instead of the regular kurta and pajama," Chitrangada said.
	The 37-year-old dusky beauty listed Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Corporate Affairs Minister Sachin Pilot as the most stylish politicians.
	"I think they both are always well-dressed," said Chitrangada, who was in the capital for the Blenders Pride Fashion Tour.
	The 'Hazaaron Khwaishen Aisi' actress wore a red and black one shoulder ball gown as she walked the ramp for designer JJ Valaya, who showcased his Spain-inspired collection.
	Titled 'Maharaj of Madrid', the line was a medley of Spanish beauty and Indian sensibilities.
	"This line is a story of an Indian Maharaja who goes to Spain and the little things he picks .

Chitrangada wants to see politicians in jeans and tees

High heels seems to have taken a toll on Neha Dhupia's feet but the Bollywood actress walked the fashion ramp despite her injury.
	The 33-year-old actress turned showstopper for designer Rocky S at the Blenders Pride Fashion Tour last night and looked every bit regal in a shimmery black leather gown.
	"We actresses have not much time to rest. We are always on the run. I have an injured foot and am wearing a bandage. My doctor has strictly told me not wear heels. But still I am wearing five-inch heels for this show. I hope he is not watching," Neha said after the show.
	Rocky's collection titled Rocky Star saw the renaissance of the colour black. The highly opulent red carpet collection was inspired by the medieval age.
	"This collection represents the mysterious women, who is both strong and subtle. Hence, I chose Neha as my showstopper because she is very mysterious.
	"You don't know half of what is going on in her life right now. She reveals just the right amount of information ...

Neha Dhupia walks ramp despite injury

Talk show queen Oprah Winfrey met the bandmates of One Direction backstage at the Jonathan Ross Show.
	The 59-year-old media mogul quickly turned to micro-blogging site Twitter to share her excitement, reported E! online.
	"Backstage at Jonathan Ross show London with one direction. Cute boys," Winfrey said.
	In the pic, Winfrey poses behind Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne and Harry Styles, who are all smiles.

Oprah Winfrey meets One Direction

'Take That' singer Gary Barlow wants music mogul Simon Cowell to return to the 'X Factor' judging panel.
	Barlow, who is quitting his role on the panel of the ITV talent show after the current series, also wants Dannii Minogue and Cheryl Cole on the panel once more, reported Femalefirst.
	"It would be amazing for them to come back. It's Simon's show and if he's on it, it will be brilliant - it definitely has a few more years to go," Barlow said.
	The singer said he will miss his fellow judges Louis Walsh, Sharon Osbourne and Nicole Scherzinger when he leaves the show, but is determined to stay in touch with the trio.
	"I don't mind him, you know what he's like, always trying to stir things up. I will definitely stay talking to all of the judges. If there's one thing I have got this year, it's a new friend in Sharon Osbourne. I just love her.
	"And I will really miss Nicole Scherzinger, she's such a great sport," he added.

Gary Barlow wants Simon Cowell back as 'X Factor' judge

Rocker Ozzy Osbourne says his wife and the 'X Factor' judge made him watch all the episodes of the singing talent hunt show.
	Ozzy, 64, said that his wife got him back on track after a drink and drugs relapse and also saved their 31-year marriage, reported Daily Mirror.
	"I've been forced to watch 'X Factor'. My wife would kill me if I didn't. I did a good job of killing myself for a few years. I've a strong wife who keeps a check on me every time I do something wrong," he said.
	The Black Sabbath rocker is planning a quiet family Christmas this time at his Buckinghamshire mansion.

Sharon forces me to watch 'X Factor': Ozzy Osbourne

R&B star Rihanna is all set to receive the first American Music Awards (AMA) Icon Award, which is created to honour an artist whose body of work has made a profound influence over pop music on a global level.
	The 'Diamonds' hitmaker, who will also perform at the award ceremony, is the latest to join the growing list of artistes including names like Justin Timberlake, Luke Bryan, Miley Cyrus, Florida Georgia Line, Lady Gaga, Kesha at the AMA, said the Hollywood Reporter.
	"Rihanna's iconic and innovative sound has enabled her to become one of the most influential and best-selling artists of all time," awards' producer Larry Klein said.
	The annual music awards ceremony will take place live at the Nokia Theatre in LA today.

Rihanna to receive Icon honour at American Music Awards

The gold crown worn by singer-fashion designer Victoria Beckham on her wedding day is set to be sold at an auction next month.
	The gold crown, encrusted with diamond, worn when Beckham, 39, tied the knot with former England footballer David, 38, in 1999, is to go under the hammer at Mayfair auction house Bonhams, reported Daily Mirror.
	The East of Paris crown was designed by jeweller Slim Barrett.
	"A lattice circlet with four openwork lozenges of irregular outline, each with pave-set brilliant-cut diamond detail and suspending brilliant and baguette-cut diamond drops, interspersed with four smaller diverse motifs, each with central brilliant-cut diamond bombe section mounted in 18 carat yellow gold with integral hair comb fitting at base," wrote an auction guide.

Victoria Beckham's gold wedding crown up for auction

Legendary singer Bob Dylan has received France's highest cultural award - the Legion of Honour for being an inspiration to young people.
	French Culture Minister Aurelie Filipetti presented the 72-year-old singer-songwriter with the title, reported Rolling Stone magazine.
	Dylan is in the French capital for a series of concerts.

Bob Dylan awarded France's top honour

Actress Ashley Judd's estranged racing driver husband Dario Franchitti has been forced to retire from the sport as a result of the injuries he suffered in an horrific crash last month.
	The three-time Indy500 champion sustained a concussion and fractured his spine and right ankle after colliding with Takuma Sato's car and slamming in to a fence at the Houston Grand Prix in Texas on October 6, reported Us magazine.
	He was discharged from a hospital in Indiana after undergoing his second surgery on October 14 and was hoping to make a racing comeback in the spring.
	However, the 40-year-old has since been advised it is in his best interests to hang up his helmet and racing gloves for good.
	"I am eternally grateful for the medical care I have received over the last several weeks. I'd also like to thank my family and friends for their unbelievable support," Franchitti said in a statement.
	He separated from Judd in January this year, but the couple has remained close and she raced to his 

Ashley Judd's husband retires from car racing

'Harry Potter' star Daniel Radcliffe says he is good at rapping and loves to take on tracks by Eminem at karaoke.
	The 24-year-old actor is a fan of karaoke and especially likes to take on tracks by Eminem as well as rock band Queen, reported Digital Spy.
	"I am surprisingly good at rapping. And humble too! I did Queen's 'Don't Stop Me Now' at karaoke once, and everybody's had a go at 'Bohemian Rhapsody'," Radcliffe said.
	While a singing career may not immediately beckon, the actor is hoping to move into the director's chair at some point in his life.
	"I definitely want to direct. I love filmmaking - being involved with every part of making a creative decision," he said.

I am a good rapper: Daniel Radcliffe

Actor Will Ferrell has hinted that a third 'Anchorman' film could be produced.
	Ferrell and director Adam McKay are currently prepping the release of 'Anchorman: The Legend Continues', a sequel to the 2004 comedy that also starred Paul Rudd and Steve Carell, reported E! online.
	Ferrell said that it is possible that Ron Burgundy could return in another installment.
	"I'm sure Paramount would want a third film," Ferrell said.
	"But I don't know. We just want to see what happens with this one and we'll sit down and access all of that. Right now, we're just enjoying this journey," he added.
	The sequel to 'Anchorman' will hit cinemas a month later on December 20, 2013.

'Anchorman 3' is a possibility: Will Ferrell

Cult New York rockers The Virgins have axed a 2014 tour of Europe after announcing their split.
	Frontman Donald Cumming broke the news to fans, a year after the band signed to Julian Casablancas' fledgling label Cult Records, reported Hollywood Life.
	A statement released by the singer read, "There's nothing I'd hoped to do with The Virgins that we haven't done. It's been an incredible experience and I want to thank everyone who was a part of it, but now it's time to move on. I'll see you in my dreams."
	Cumming formed the group with bassist Max Kamins, guitarist Xan Aird and drummer John Eatherly in 2006 and they released their self-titled debut album in 2008. Their sophomore project, Strike Gently, hit retailers in March this year.

Rockers The Virgins announce split

Lindsay Lohan is reportedly determined to befriend Princess Eugenie following the British royal's move to New York.
	The 27-year-old 'Mean Girls' star was delighted to learn Queen Elizabeth's granddaughter has moved to New York for her work with auction house Paddle 8 and has been bombarding her with invitations to hang out, reported E! online.
	"Lindsay's long been obsessed with the royals, particularly Prince Harry, who she thinks is a perfect match for her," a source said.
	"But Eugenie's quite low-key. The two run into each other at their favourite restaurants - La Cenita and bubby's - where Lindsay makes a beeline for Eugenie and invites her to her house," it added.
	It is claimed Lohan hopes a royal friendship would help boost her tarnished image.
	"She's practically stalking the princess in a desperate bid to upgrade her image," the source said.

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