Actor Sanjay Dutt today left the Yerawada jail here for Mumbai on a 14-day leave sanctioned to him on eligibility criteria, jail authorities said.
	Dutt, serving sentence under the Arms Act for illegal possession of weapons in the 1993 Mumbai blasts case, left the prison at around 9.30 AM after his pending application for "furlough" was sanctioned by the authorities, jail superintendent Yogesh Desai told PTI.
	Good conduct is one of the criteria for granting furlough, which is sanctioned from prisoner's accumulated leave, Desai said.
	This comes days after a cultural programme, organised by prison administration to raise a welfare fund in which the Bollywood actor was to take part, was postponed.
	The prison authorities postponed the show, earlier slated for September 26, citing security reasons.

Sanjay Dutt gets 14-day leave from jail

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'The Big Bang Theory' actress Kaley Cuoco says her engagement to Ryan Sweeting after just three months of dating 'seems crazy'.
	The 27-year-old actress' tennis player boyfriend proposed after just three months of dating and while Cuoco acknowledges they are moving fast, she says she has never been happier, reported E! online.
	"I know that it seems a little crazy on paper. But it's what works for us. From day one I just knew immediately and it's been magic. We have all the same family friends. We grew up with the same people, we just never met. So I kind of feel that I have known him my whole life," Cuoco said.
	The actress also revealed the tennis player started a fake fight with her on the night of the proposal in order to keep things a surprise.
	"He actually started a little fight with me and threw me off. I was like 'Oh my God, things aren't great. He surprised me at the end of the night when he popped the ring out. It was amazing," she said.
	The couple only made their red ...

Engagement is crazy: Kaley Cuoco

Troubled star Amanda Bynes has left the Reagan UCLA Medical Centre, where she was undergoing psychiatric treatment, and has moved to an exclusive rehabilitation centre in Malibu.
	Her family's attorney Tamar Arminak confirmed that the 27-year-old actress departed the Los Angeles medical center about three weeks ago for The Canyon, which caters especially to celebrities, reported TMZ online.
	"Upon recommendation by the skilled health care professionals at UCLA Medical Center, Amanda is receiving specialised treatment in a private facility outside of Los Angeles. Amanda is making great strides towards recovery," her parents said in a statement through their lawyer.
	"The entire Bynes family would like to ask that they be given some measure of privacy so they can focus on Amanda's health and well-being. The Bynes family would also like to thank all of Amanda's supporters and well-wishers for their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time."
	The Canyon is a secluded ...

Amanda Bynes transferred from hospital to rehab

'Twilight' star Ashley Greene is reportedly dating Liam Hemsworth's best friend, Australian TV personality Paul Khoury.
	The 26-year-old actress has started casually seeing Khoury but they are taking things slowly, reported Us magazine.
	"They are dating but it isn't that serious yet," a source said.
	Greene, who has dated Joe Jonas and Chace Crawford, previously said she struggles to find a boyfriend because of the nature of the industry, and sometimes thinks moving back to Florida would be her best option.
	"Dating is a hard, hard thing when you have this job. Sometimes I wish I could just go back to Florida and, like, date my home-town boyfriend.
	"Listen, when I'm dating a guy and he says, 'I don't like press,' and then says, 'Let's go to Katana for dinner,' I'm like, 'Really? You don't want to just walk down the road to some dive? You don't want to get photographed, but you want to go to a place where you know there's paparazzi?'" Greene said.

Ashley Greene dating Liam Hemsworth's best friend

Model-actress Jenny McCarthy has heaped praise on new partner Donnie Wahlberg, insisting only someone as great as him could make her end her single days.
	The pair hit it off after the pop star appeared on McCarthy's Vh1 show in March, reported People magazine.
	They have been dating seriously since July, and the blonde beauty reveals she wouldn't have jumped into a new relationship if her new beau hadn't been so impressive.
	"If every relationship leads you to the next person and it leads you to what you want and what you don't want, I feel like I deserve great and he's great," McCarthy said.
	"It's new. I took a year off (from dating) but I said if I meet someone who makes me stop that year off, it's someone who I need to pay attention to," she added.
	McCarthy has dated Jim Carrey and American football star Brian Urlacher since the end of her marriage to John Asher in 2005, while Wahlberg's nine-year marriage to Kim Fey ended in divorce in 2008.

Jenny McCarthy praises new partner Donnie Wahlberg

Actress Jodie Foster is reportedly dating celebrity talk show host Ellen DeGeneres' ex-girlfriend, photographer Alexandra Hedison.
	The 50-year-old actress, who split from Cydney Bernard in 2008 after 20 years together, is now in a relationship with Hedison, reported E! online.
	"It is pretty serious. They are totally in love," a source said.
	Alexandra dated Ellen for three years before the couple split in 2004 and the chat show host went on to marry Portia de Rossi.
	Earlier this year Foster publicly acknowledged her sexuality for the first time as she accepted the Cecil B DeMille Award - which is given in recognition of outstanding achievement - at the Golden Globe Awards.
	She said she felt the time was right to confirm she is gay.
	"A big coming out speech tonight... I already did my coming out about a thousand years ago, back in the stone age. In those very quaint days when a fragile young girl would open up to trusted friends, and family, co-workers and then gradually, proudly, 

Jodie Foster dating Ellen DeGeneres' ex

Actress Jada Pinkett Smith's former stepfather used to take cocaine with her mother in their family home when the actress was growing up.
	The actress, who has son Jaden, 15, and daughter Willow, 12, with her husband Will Smith, shocked the showbiz world last week when she admitted she had battled "many addictions, of several kinds" in her past, reported Contactmusic.
	Her former stepfather, lawyer Warren A Brown, has now confessed to regularly using cocaine with her mother Adrienne Banfield Jones in the house when Jada was growing up in the late 70s and early 80s.
	"At times I felt guilty. I remember just the three of us in the house together and I knew I was high and so was her mother. She didn't know though, she was too young to recognise it. She didn't see us doing anything. But I felt really bad because I thought this little girl deserves better than her parents addicted," he said.
	Warren fears Jada, now 42, may have suffered in the aftermath of his divorce from Adrienne in 1986 

Jada Pinkett Smith's parents used cocaine

Supermodel Naomi Campbell dozed off for almost 10 minutes during an interview with a journalist and blamed jet lag for her fatigue.
	Campbell was in here ahead of the launch of the UK version of her reality modelling show 'The Face' but it came in the midst of a hectic promotional tour which included stops in New York and Paris, France, reported Contactmusic.
	Just six minutes into the interview, the journalist noticed Campbell's eyes had closed and she was dozing off.
	The supermodel, who recently walked out of an interview, apologised for her sneaky sleep, saying, "Sorry, really sorry. That wasn't your fault. I am so jet lagged.

Naomi Campbell falls asleep during interview

Troubled actress Lindsay Lohan's parents have reportedly been banned from appearing on the actress' upcoming reality TV show.
	The "Mean Girls" star, who successfully completed a 90-day stint in rehab in July (13), has struck a deal with Oprah Winfrey's OWN Network to film her struggle to rebuild her life.
	It has now emerged the star's estranged parents, Michael and Dina Lohan, have been axed from the series because producers feared their presence would confuse viewers, reported TMZ Online.
	According to editors, the makers of the show have vowed to focus entirely on Lohan's recovery rather than her family issues.
	The actress is reportedly set to receive a USD 2 million paycheck for the series.

Lindsay Lohan's parents banned from TV show

Former James Bond star Pierce Brosnan is backing a new campaign to reduce the number of dogs and cats who end up in shelters.
	The 60-year-old actor has teamed up with TV dog behaviourist Cesar Millan to help raise awareness of the importance of having pets neutered and spayed to stop unwanted pooches from being put down, reported Us magazine.
	Brosnan has designed artwork for vehicle licence plates to raise funds for the cause, with profits from the sales going towards programs throughout the state of California.
	"The most humane way not to kill a dog is to spay and neuter. When we kill four to five million dogs nationally per year, what that says about our behaviour is that we have become a disposable society.
	"To me, a spay and neuter campaign is just as important as the Buckle Up campaign; it saves lives," Milan said.

Pierce Brosnan joins programme to save dogs

Blue singer Duncan James has suffered yet another financial blow after he was officially declared bankrupt on September 12.
	The 35-year-old singer filed for bankruptcy under his real name, Duncan Inglis, just weeks before he is due to embark on tour with the 'All Rise' boy band for their comeback tour, reported Daily Express.
	The order was made on September 12 at the High Court in London.
	This financial blow comes after the group's company Blueworld Ltd went into administration in May.
	"There was no warning that the band had money problems. This has come as a complete shock. Letters have been sent out by the administrators to creditors who are owed substantial sums by the band," a source said.
	Ducan's bandmate Antony Costa also recently said that he had been struggling to cope financially since the group disbanded in 2005 and is now living on a 45 pounds per week sum.
	Meanwhile, Duncan, will be hoping to cash in when Blue perform their first big tour since reforming in 2009, ...

Duncan James files for bankruptcy

Designer Marc Jacobs is rumoured to be leaving Louis Vuitton after 16 years in order to focus on his own eponymous label.
	It's speculated the American fashion designer won't renew his 10-year contract with the French fashion house after 16 years as creative director because he wants to concentrate on expanding his eponymous line, reported Contactmusic.
	It's believed the move could result in luxury goods conglomerate LVMH putting their majority stake in Marc Jacobs International up for grabs in an initial public offering (IPO).
	Despite the profitable prospect of an IPO, a source said that Jacobs and his business partner, Robert Duffy, "are not yet on board".
	Meanwhile, LVMH are reportedly in talks with former Balenciaga creative director Nicolas Ghesquiere to become a potential successor to the 50-year-old designer.
	Jacobs' departure might not be for a while as he is still contracted to design more collections for Louis Vuitton, including the autumn/winter 2014 show in addition to 

Marc Jacobs to focus on own label

Actor Tom Hanks isn't driven by big paydays and would be just as happy earning small salaries like he did in his early career.
	The Oscar-winning actor, who regularly commands multi-million dollar pay days for his movies, said money doesn't matter much to him, reported Contactmusic.
	"My attitude to money? On a 1980 TV series called 'Bosom Buddies' I made USD 5,000 a week. If I had made that kind of money for the rest of my life I would have been happy, honestly. But I have been getting ludicrous sums of money for quite some time.
	"The best part is not owing money to anyone. Money, though, has never been my driving force. You can live in the biggest and best house in the world but it can be shit if you are unhappy," he said.
	The 57-year-old screen legend has earned critical acclaim for movies such as "Forrest Gump", but he admits that he isn't worried when one of his films flops because it keeps him grounded.
	"I have been lucky in my career simply because I made bad decisions, and .

Tom Hanks doesn't care about money

Actress Sofia Vergara wants to walk down the aisle in one of Vera Wang's perfect bridal dresses.
	The 'Modern Family' beauty plans to walk down the aisle in one of the designer's elegant wedding gowns when she ties the knot with businessman Nick Loeb, who she got engaged to on holiday in Mexico last year, reported Contactmusic.
	"When the time comes it has to be Vera Wang. Her dresses are amazing... They are perfect. She knows my body so well. I want something modern and elegant. I've been married before so nothing too traditional or crazy," she said.
	The star doesn't want to keep things too traditional and is planning on flashing plenty of flesh on her big day.
	"I still take advantage of the cleavage. While I have it, why not flaunt it? Who knows how long I'll have it looking this way. So I'm still taking advantage."
	The 41-year-old actress is in no rush to get married.

Sofia Vergara to get married in Vera Wang

Actor Abhishek Bachchan has dismissed reports that he and his wife Aishwarya Rai Bachchan will come together for the upcoming film 'Happy Anniversary'.
	'Happy Anniversary' will be produced by Gaurang Doshi and directed by adman Prahlad Kakkar. The makers claimed that Abhishek and Aishwarya had signed a film that would mark Aishwarya's comeback post her pregnancy.
	However, Abhishek insists that nothing has been finalised as yet.
	"Prahlad is a good and friend of Aishwarya....He knows her since long. And that's how I know him. He met us and told us the basic idea, but we haven't heard the full script. Things are yet to be confirmed...We can't confirm anything right now its too premature. When things happen we shall let you know," Abhishek told reporters here at an event.
	The celebrity couple has worked together in 'Guru' and 'Sarkaar Raj'. Aishwarya had done special song in 'Bunty Aur Babli' in which Abhishek and Amitabh Bachchan had acted.
	'Happy Anniversary' will be based on the ..

Nothing confirmed about 'Happy Anniversary' yet: Abhishek

The state government today threw open a contest to create a logo for the annual Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF).
	Announcing this, state's Information and Cultural Affairs Secretary Atri Bhattacharya said since the gala festival involves common people, the state government welcomes nomination for logos from them.
	A jury committee has been set up for selecting the permanent logo.
	Inviting nominations within October 21, Bhattacharya asked people to come forward with their talent to make this week-long gala event, beginning November 10, more colourful.
	He also announced that the creator of the winning logo would get an award of Rs one lakh while the second and third winner would get Rs 50,000 and Rs 25,000 respectively.
	Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan would inaugurate the 19th edition of the film festival.

Contest open to create logo of Kolkata film fest

Actor Ranbir Kapoor feels strained by the tag of 'star son' and wants to carve out his own identity which would make his parents feel proud of him.
	Born in a family of cine-stars, Ranbir, the grandson of legendary Raj Kapoor and son of veteran actors Neetu and Rishi Kapoor, wants to create his own identity.
	"I want people to recognise me by my work. I am burdened by this tag called 'the star son'. People say I got everything easily, yes, I got my first film easily because people were curious about me. After that I have worked hard, experienced things. It is important to make an identity of my own," Ranbir said.
	"My parents feel very proud when somebody calls them Ranbir Kapoor's parents. Every father and mother wants that for their child. I hope that I make them proud and carry forward the legacy of my family in my own distinct way," he said.
	Ranbir's father Rishi Kapoor has created a new image with his performances of Rauf Lala in 'Agneepath' remake, as Yoginder Vashisht in ...

I am burdened by 'the star son' tag: Ranbir

Actors Anil Kapoor and Manoj Bajpai have lent their voice for animation film 'Mahabharat'.
	Anil has done a voice over for the character of Karna while Manoj has dubbed for Yudhishtir's character in the animated retelling of the Indian epic.
	Film's producer Jayantilal Gada confirmed their addition to the cast.
	"Both Anil and Manoj have shown full commitment. It was very gracious on their part to agree to impart voices to two very important characters in my film," he said.
	Anil took 15 days to complete his work, while Manoj worked on the project for four days.
	The animation film has a star-studded cast of voices of Amitabh Bachchan (Bheeshma Pitamah), Vidya Balan (Draupadi), Sunny Deol (Bheem) and Ajay Devgn (Arjun).
	But, the makers are still on the lookout for a voice for the epic's villain Duryodhan.
	Gada is planning to release the film this Diwali.
	When asked about a clash with other big festival release 'Krrish 3', he said, "No, we are not going to clash with Hrithik ...

Anil Kapoor, Manoj Bajpai do voice overs for 'Mahabharat'

Eminent singer Manna Dey today moved the Calcutta High Court seeking a direction to the police to take steps against his nephew for allegedly siphoning off cash and jewellery from his bank locker here.
	The 94-year-old singer, who lives in Bangalore, alleged that his nephew Tarit De had ilegally taken Rs 12 lakh in cash as well as jewellery and a watch worth Rs 15 lakh from a bank locker.
	De, who has been suffering from old age-related illnesses for quite sometime, claimed through his counsel before the court of Justice Sanjib Banerjee that a complaint was filed with the police a few months back, but the cops did not yet take any action in this regard.
	Justice Banerjee directed the Kolkata Police to complete investigation in the matter within 10 weeks and file a charge sheet before the appropriate court within another four weeks.
	It was claimed that the money and jewellery was fraudulently taken away from the locker of the Vivekananda Road branch of a nationalied bank.
	The nephew .

Manna Dey moves court against nephew

Naseeruddin Shah and Randeep Hooda starrer 'The Coffin Maker' is all set to make its Italian premiere at the 13th River to River Florence Indian film festival.
	The film will be screened first at the fest that takes off on November 22, 2013 and in a new highlight will also visit Rome between November 29 and December 1, 2013.
	Directed by debutante Veena Bakshi, it will be competing in the feature film section for the River to River Bitebay Audience Award.
	Set against the authentic and seductive spirit of a Goan Village, 'Coffin Maker' is a poignant tale about a reluctant coffin maker who learns about life from a very unusual and mysterious source.
	Ratna Pathak Shah plays Shah's catholic wife Isabella in the film.

Naseeruddin Shah's 'The Coffin Maker' headed to Italy

Former 'X Factor' judge Sharon Osbourne has slammed former rival Dannii Minogue for her affair with fellow judge Simon Cowell.
	In her tell-all autobiography 'Unbroken', Sharon has taken potshots at Dannii Minogue. She alleges that the Australian singer stopped speaking to Sharon shortly after her relationship with Simon began, reported the Mirror.
	"Outwardly, Dannii seemed all 'Ooh, I love kids and puppies. But in my opinion she was dark, very dark. What you saw was definitely not what you got," the 60-year-old writes in her autobiography, out on October 10.
	Sharon claims Dannii stared straight past her even when Sharon said she wanted to "bury the hatchet".
	Though in the end, Sharon decided not to renew her contract with 'X Factor' due to monetary reasons, she claims Dannii was also a reason.
	"There I was - a successful businesswoman, a mum, a wife, and established as a show judge - being made out to be jealous of a young, single woman who, as far as I am concerned, can't sing ..

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