'Coronation Street' actor Ryan Thomas has been declared bankrupt.
	The actor earns an estimated 90,000 pounds-a-year but filed for bankruptcy last week after reportedly spending a fortune on parties and drink and failing to pay taxes, reported Daily Mirror.
	It is believed Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs officials decided to take Thomas to court after a disagreement over unpaid taxes but after being unable to make payments a judge confirmed the bankruptcy order on October 4.

TV star Ryan Thomas bankrupt

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Rapper Pitbull and pop star Kesha's joint Australian tour has been cancelled just weeks before it was slated to start.
	Pitbull, 32, took to his Facebook page to share the disappointing news with his fans, reported Daily Telegraph.
	"Regrettably the promoter is cancelling the Australian tour, refunds will be available at point of purchase. We hope to return to Australia in the not too distant future," Pitbull wrote.
	The reason for cancellation has not been shared so far.
	The tour reportedly could not take place because of extremely low sales.

Pitbull, Kesha's Australian tour cancelled

David and Victoria Beckham are planning to make their new London house more American to stop their children from feeling homesick.
	The superstar couple together have sons Brooklyn, 14, Romeo, 11, and Cruz, eight, and two-year-old daughter Harper.
	They are hoping to buy a 45 million pounds townhouse after their return to the UK and interior designer Kelly Hoppen is set to give it a US makeover to help the family adjust to life away from Los Angeles, reported Daily Star.
	"David and Victoria have been extremely conscious of how homesick the kids have been since leaving LA and they've had a hard time setting in to their new school and making friends," a source said.
	"Brooklyn in particular has found the move difficult. Kelly designed the Beckham's LA houses and decorated each of the boys' rooms according to their own tastes," it added.
	The family, who recently sold their Beckingham Palace property for 12 million pounds, have reportedly given Kelly 'unlimited' resources to work with.

Beckhams' home to get US makeover

Pop diva Mariah Carey, who dislocated her shoulder in July, says the prolonged recovery from the injury has been the toughest phase of her life.
	Carey had to be hospitalised recently following a fall while filming a promo for a remix of her track, 'Beautiful with rapper Young Jeezy'.
	The singer is having a speedy recovery, reported Daily Express.
	The 'Hero' hitmaker shared her thoughts about her injury on Facebook.
	"The last three months of my life have not been easy. Getting through this injury has been the toughest experience of my life. It took me three months to get to this point but thank God I was able to recover and get my arm back," Carey wrote.
	"It is a huge deal, it should have taken eight months and even my doctors can't believe it. It has been a long journey, the physical therapists have been incredible and I am very grateful to all of them for helping me," she added.
	Carey had previously blamed lack of sleep for her fall.

Recovering from shoulder injury has been hardest: Mariah Carey

The Saturdays star Rochelle Humes hates seeing herself on TV so much, she won't even watch her wedding video.
	The 24-year-old singer has been doing some presenting work with her husband, JLS singer Marvin Humes, but can't stand herself back on television, reported Digital Spy.
	"I hate it. I can't even watch my wedding video. I fast forward anything that's to do with me," she said.
	Rochelle and Marvin, who have four-month-old daughter Alaia-Mai together, recently fronted popular daytime TV show 'This Morning' and they were both overwhelmed with nerves at standing in for regular hosts Philip Schofield and Holly Willoughby.
	"I felt sick. I realised how hard Holly and Phil's job is. You present a music act, then cook, and then you have to do something really serious. I got so nervous when the title music played.
	"Marvin was acting like he wasn't. He never gets nervous. He's so chilled he could fall over. But all of a sudden, when the title music started, his little lip began ...

Rochelle Humes can't watch herself on TV

One Direction star Liam Payne enjoys spending time with some of his old friends with whom he feels like an ordinary person.
	The 20-year-old singer said he plays video games with his friends, reported Contactmusic.
	"I've still got the same friends back home as I did before the band. That's really important to me. They treat me the same as they always did," Payne said.
	"My mate Andy from college moved to London around the same time as I did, so he comes over to my house a lot. Often he'll bring his friends with him and we go out together," he added.
	Liam's bandmate Louis Tomlinson also credited his childhood friends with keeping them grounded.
	"It would be easy to make a lot of new friends in the industry, but when you see your old mates and they treat you the way they always have done, it brings you straight back to earth," Tomlinson said.
	The other members of the boyband are Niall Horan, Zayn Malik and Harry Styles.

Liam Payne's friends makes him feel normal

Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor turned show stopper for designer Ashish N Soni's finale titled 'La Dolce Vita' at the Wills Lifestyle India fashion week.
	The actor looked dapper in a white shirt paired with a dinner jacket as he sashayed down the ramp, a bright red multilevel stage set reminiscent of an Opera theatre.
	"This might come as a surprise but much before I became an actor, I modelled. I had walked down the ramp for late Mr Dhirubai Ambani for a travel show...And later became an actor," Anil said.
	The monochrome collection saw peplum dresses, polka dot shirt and trousers, flared skirts, jackets, short satin dresses, trench coats, ball gowns, dinner jackets and tuxedos.
	The fabrics used by Ashish were mostly satin and silk.
	"I was super excited about doing the finale. I hope it went well and with Mr Kapoor walking the ramp, it couldn't have been better," Ashish said.
	The models walked down the stairs set on the ramp to live singing and music by a jazz band.
	'La Dolce Vita', 

Anil Kapoor walks the ramp for Ashish N Soni at WIFW finale

Director Hansal Mehta, who is looking forward to the release of his film 'Shahid' based on the life of advocate Shahid Azmi, feels the society needs more people like the slain lawyer.
	'Shahid' is a real-life story of Mumbai-based lawyer Shahid Azmi, who was murdered in his office in suburban Kurla in February 2010 at the age of 32.
	"While I was making Shahid -- a man who stood by his principles and was ready to die for them -- I realised that the power to change anything lies within us. We as human beings should stand up for the right all the time. We need people like Shahid in our society who are true guardian angels for others," Mehta said.
	Mehta has adopted a school -- Kamshet English School and Boarding Orphanage -- which takes care of children who have lost their parents during the Kargil war. There is Shahid Azmi memorial scholarship for those who want to become a lawyer.
	"I will be very happy if some of the kids from this school want to be a lawyer like Shahid," Mehta ...

We need more lawyers like Shahid Azmi, says director Mehta

The eight-day long Navratra Festival in the holy town of Katra came to a musical end last evening with Nikhil Majotra of Jammu bagging the first prize in the mega final event of the devotional song competition, Rakesh Wazir, said here today.
	Chaman Lehri of Reasi and Yasir Hussain of Jammu clinched second and third prizes respectively, he said.
	Bollywood actor Aftab Shivdasani, Managing Director of Venus Records & Tapes Ltd, Ganesh Jain, Ramesh Taurani Managing Director Tips Industries among others were the judges of the mega final, Wazir said.
	Special guests and winners of previous contests Mool Raj, Sanjeet Kumar, Sonali Dogra and Ravi Kumar also participated in the final event.
	Speaking on the occasion, Minister for Tourism, G A Mir, who was also chief guest, complimented organisers.
	He said that the annual festival is gaining prominence at national and even international level besides providing a platform to the budding artists to show their talent.
	As a result, many ...

Nikhil Majotra adjudged best in devotional song competition

Singer Kylie Minogue has split from her Spanish model boyfriend Andres Velencos.
	A representative of Minogue confirmed that the couple, who have been together for five years, decided to part ways and described their split "amicable", reported Daily Mirror.
	The split has however, left Minogue, 45, heartbroken.
	"The break-up with Andres was a big blow to Kylie after her hectic work schedule forced them apart," a source said.
	The couple were rumoured to be going through a tough phase as their busy schedules kept them away from meeting each other.
	The two intend to remain friends even after the split.

Kylie Minogue splits from boyfriend

Fashion designer Joy Mitra paid tribute to Bengali filmmaker Rituparno Ghosh today with his collection titled 'Chokher Bali' at the fifth day of the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week.
	The designer, who had worked with Ghosh as a costume designer in movies like "Khela" and "Dosar", credited the late filmmaker for teaching him the nuances of cinema and style.
	The collection saw free flowing anarkalis, tunic with ornate embroidery of zardosi, dhoti bottoms, crop tops, jacket tops, and sarees draped in bengali style.
	Mitra played with only three colours - black, cream and gold for his clothing.
	"As India celebrates 100 years of Indian cinema, we mourn the loss of one of the greatest story teller. Having worked with him on few films, I learnt the nuances of cinema and consider myself immensely lucky to learn great things from him. He made me realise that simplicity and grandeur could co-exist," Mitra said.
	Bollywood actress Raima Sen, clad in a lehenga style saree, walked the ramp ...

Designer Joy Mitra pays tribute to Rituparno Ghosh

Actor Orlando Bloom is selling his mansion which was burgled by the infamous Bling Ring gang.
	The actor had purchased the four-bedroom property situated in Los Angeles in 2007 for USD 2.75 million.
	Bloom was renting the place after it was broken into in 2009, charging tenants USD 16,500, a month, but now he is listing it for sale at asking price of USD 4.5 million, reported Contactmusic.
	The 'Lord of the Rings' star now lives in New York with his wife Miranda Kerr.
	The house is spanned across an acre of land in a gated community. It has an outdoor dining patio, pool and spa area.
	A gang of teenagers had robbed the house of famous in Los Angeles, stealing USD 3 million worth of clothes, jewellery and cash before cops swooped on seven suspects in 2009.

Orlando Bloom selling Hollywood home

Actress Chloe Moretz has lauded her 'Carrie' co-star Julianne Moore for giving her so much to learn from.
	The 15-year-old actress is playing the titular character, and Moore, 52, would be seen in the role of her demented mother in the third film adaptation of Stephen King's 1974 horror novel, 'Carrie', reported E! online.
	"She is probably my favourite, I mean, I learned so much from her. She has everything," Moretz said.
	"She has everything you want, she's beautiful, she's smart, she's funny, I mean it's like why can't we all be Julianne Moore?" she added.

Julianne Moore is perhaps my favourite: Chloe Moretz

Country singer Taylor Swift says she is having a good time being single.
	The 23-year-old singer, who has dated Harry Styles, Jake Gyllenhaal, John Mayer, Joe Jonas and Taylor Lautner, in the past, thinks not dating anyone has been liberating, reported Contactmusic.
	"(It's a) terrifying, liberating, magical adventure: the best things are you don't have to answer to anyone, and you don't have to add up time zones," Swift said.

Taylor Swift is happy being single

Actor-turned-producer John Abraham says his forthcoming film 'Banana' will surprise the audience and make them nostalgic.
	'Banana' is a slice-of-life film, which traces the journey from adolescence to teenage.
	"We are excited about Sajid Ali being launched as a director from our banner. Just like people did not expect anything from 'Vicky Donor', I guarantee people may not expect anything from 'Banana' but I am sure it will bring back lot of memories when you watch it," John told PTI.
	The film will mark the debut of Imtiaz Ali's younger brother Sajid and go on floors in November-December.
	John has had a successful run at the box office as a producer with his two films 'Vicky Donor' and 'Madras Cafe' getting a positive response.
	He will next be seen in Anees Bazmee's 'Welcome Back'. The film is a sequel to 2007 hit film 'Welcome' and John is the new addition in it.
	"We have started shooting for 'Welcome Back' and we will finish it in January. My character is completely different .

'Banana' will bring back old memories to audience: John

Newcomer Kayoze, son of noted actor Boman Irani, says though he has been a getting good response from industry people, he is in no hurry to do films back to back.
	Kayoze made his acting debut with Karan Johar's directorial venture 'Student Of The Year' and won the hearts of audience as the tubby Sudo.
	"Post 'Student Of The Year' I got lot of offers but I wanted to be picky and choosy and not do a film just for the heck of it. I don't think much about the length of the role or the banner, all this doesn't matter to me more as much as I love my role in the film," Kayoze told PTI.
	"I found the story of 'Love Ka Hangover' very nice and agreed to do the film. Also, there are few other projects in pipeline as well but I can't talk about it," he said.
	His next film tentatively titled 'Love Ka Hangover' is directed by Harman, brother of TV host and actor Rannvijay Singh.
	The film is about three friends and how they help one of them get over a break-up.
	"It is the most wacky story... ...

Want to be choosy about films, says Kayoze Irani

Singer Emma Bunton says she would love to have a daughter who could inherit her Spice Girls costumes.
	The 37-year-old star, who shot to fame in the group in the 1990s, would love to have a sister for her two sons, Beau, six, and two-year-old Tate, reported Contactmusic.
	Bunton, who is engaged to Jade Jones, said, "I wouldn't mind a son or a daughter, if I had another boy it would be amazing, or a girl, I really don't mind. I do have a lot of Spice Girls outfits I could hand down though if I had a daughter.
	"I've also got a niece though so if it doesn't happen then they will still be going somewhere special," she said.
	Bunton said she would love Beau to follow in her footsteps and become a singer.
	"Beau loves music, he really loves music... If he did want to be a singer then I would support him in that and whatever he wanted to do," Bunton added.

Emma Bunton wants a daughter

Troubled star Lindsay Lohan has reunited with her former friend and personal assistant Gavin Doyle for the first time since they fell out last year.
	Doyle had told police the 27-year-old actress was lying after she claimed he was driving when they crashed into a cement truck on the Pacific Coast Highway in June 2012.
	But Doyle seems to have mended his relationship with 'The Canyons' star as they were spotted leaving Lure restaurant in New York City together, reported TMZ online.
	Doyle was expected to be a key witness in Lohans's trial if it went ahead but was not required to testify against her after she accepted a last minute plea deal to seek treatment in rehab for 90 days, which she completed at the end of July.
	Lohan was last seen with Doyle in a New York nightclub in April, where she went reportedly 'went ballistic at the club' for allowing him to come over to say hello to her.

Lindsay Lohan reunites with former assistant

As the nation gears to celebrate Dussehra, Bollywood stars took time out to wish their fans happiness, health and prosperity on the auspicious occasion.
	The stars took to Twitter to celebrate the the festive day that marks the triumph of good over evil.
	Megastar Amitabh Bachchan tweeted, "A most prosperous and happy 'Dussehra' and 'Vijaydashmi' to all... Victory over evil, and conquest over all the bad that exists."
	"Celebrating the triumph of good over evil. Wishing all a very Happy Dusshera," Sridevi posted.
	Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar urged his friends and well-wishers to banish all evil from their lives this Dussehra.
	"May God bless you with all success on the auspicious occasion and you may be capable of defeating all evils of your life. Happy Dussehra," Bhandarkar posted.
	Actor Anupam Kher wished peace and happiness.
	"Happy Dussehra. Love, peace and happiness to all," he said.
	Actor-director Farhan Akhtar, Manoj Bajpai and Abhishek Bachchan also wished their fans on ...

B-town celebs wish fans happy Dussehra

Director-producer Mansoor Khan, famed for giving blockbuster Hindi cinema musicals dropped off the cinema radar, to surface recently as an author whose first book speaks of concepts of economics and the role of energy.
	Khan, known for cinematic hits like "Qayamat se Qayamat Tak" and "Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikander", has in his first book titled "The Third Curve: The End of Growth as we know it" dealt with economic growth thorough the prism of oil and energy and looks at possibilities to a world where communities transition to a primary local lifestyle.
	"My life started to change in the year 1997 when the government wanted to acquire my father's land. I started reading up and researching on the rights of people and the natural resources available and then came across the concept of Peak Oil. It made sense to me immediately," Khan told PTI after the launch of his book here recently.
	A term coined by US geologist M King Hubbert, "Peak oil", is used to signify the problem of depletion, of the .

Nothing cinema in Bollywood director Mansoor Khan's first book

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, Madhuri Dixit, Akshay Kumar and other Bollywood celebrities took to Twitter to pray for the victims of Cyclone 'Phailin', which lashed parts of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh last night.
	Phailin, the worst storm in 14 years, which forced the evacuation of over 8 lakh people, left a trail of destruction in coastal areas of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh and disrupted communication lines before weakening considerably on Sunday.
	Bachchan took to the micro-blogging site to remember the victims in his prayers.
	"The fury of the God's in cyclone Phailin. Be careful, beware and be protected... And be in prayer," the 71-year-old actor posted.
	Madhuri tweeted, "My prayers go out to all the people affected by cyclone Phailin. May God give them strength to overcome this ordeal."
	Akshay Kumar also expressed his concern for the people, saying, "My prayers with all those impacted by nature's wrath. Hoping for calm in Odisha, sadly that's all we can do at this moment. ...

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