Actor Renee Zellweger has signed on to star in the Netflix's new drama series "What/If".
The 10-episode series hails from "Revenge" and "Swingtown" creator Mike Kelley and executive producer Robert Zemeckis, the streaming giant said in a statement.
It will explores the ripple effects of what happens when acceptable people start doing unacceptable things.
Each season of the anthology series will tackle a different morality tale inspired by culturally consequential source material, and the power of a single fateful decision to change the trajectory of an entire life.
Zellweger,49, will play a character named Ann in the social thriller.
Kelley will also serve as an executive producer alongside Melissa Loy, Alex Gartner, Charles Roven and Jack Rapke.

Rene Zellweger to star in Netflix's 'What/If' series

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Singer-actor Jennifer Lope has explained her return to romantic-comedy genre with the film "Second Act".
In the late '90s and early 2000s, Lopez earned a name for herself after she starred in a string of rom-coms such as "Maid in Manhattan", "The Wedding Planner", "Monster-in-Law" and "Shall We Dance?".
During her appearance on the "The Tonight Show", the 49-year-old singer said she wanted to do a rom-com as she needed to have a "romantic look at life".
"You need that funny, quirky look at life. That romantic look at life. I think things are tough sometimes and we need that escape," Lopez said.
"Second Act", directed Peter Segal, is about a woman who gets a chance to fulfil her career ambitions when a private finance firm is misled into believing that she's an accomplished consultant and hire her to handle a major business deal.
The film also features Vanessa Hudgens, Leah Remini and Milo Ventimiglia.

Jennifer Lopez explains why she did 'Second Act'

Netflix has axed popular talk shows of hosts Michelle Wolf and Joel McHale.
Wolf's show "The Break with Michelle Wolf" debuted on the streaming giant's platform on May 27 and had aired 10 episodes till now.
The show had been generating a decent amount of buzz for its equally silly and provocative segments on the week's biggest topics.
"The Joel McHale Show" was launched in February with 13 weekly installments. The news of its cancellation comes as a surprise as Netflix had ordered six additional episodes last month.
A source told Deadline that 'neither show drew enough viewership to secure a renewal.'
Wolf, 33, and McHale, 46, earned a name for themselves after they co-hosted "The Daily Show" and "The Soup", respectively.
The streaming giant, however, will continue to produce their other talk shows --"Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee" with Jerry Seinfeld and "My Next Guest Needs No Introduction" with David Letterman.

Netflix pulls plug on 'The Break with Michelle Wolf'

Actor Pierce Brosnan has criticised the recent James Bond films, saying they lacked humour.
The 65-year-old actor, who starred as the iconic British spy in four films from 1995 to 2002, said the franchise, now being led by Daniel Craig, stopped having fun as it faced competition from the Bourne action movies, fronted Matt Damon.
"I knew there had been a seismic shift (with films like 'The Bourne Identity'), and little did I know I was going to be part of that in the curtain falling on my contract. I knew they had to make adjustments. They had strong competition and they haven't reinvented it, but given it a much more muscular, dynamic twist," Brosnan told Rake magazine.
"When I played him (Bond), you have to let the audience in that this is a fantastic joke. What I am doing here, jumping off a motorcycle and catching up a plane, is completely preposterous. But for me you had to let them in," he added.
The franchise will be getting a new face to lead after Craig bows out with one final 

Pierce Brosnan says Bond franchise has lost its humour

Actor Parineeti Chopra arrived at the residence of her cousin Priyanka Chopra to attend a ceremony related to her engagement to American singer Nick Jonas here.
Dressed in a yellow traditional outfit, Parineeti, 29, arrived at Priyanka's suburban Juhu residence after she flew in here from Lucknow, where she was shooting for her film "Jabariya Jodi".
According to reports, a small puja and roka ceremony will take place that will be attended by Priyanka and Nick's family members.
At about 8 am, a priest entered the building with two huge bags in his hands, followed by a man carrying a bag full of sweets. Caterers too have arrived.
Priyanka's close friend and screenwriter Mushtaq Sheikh was also seen entering the residence for the ceremony. He was dressed in traditional kurta pyjama.
Nick, 25, arrived in Mumbai on Thursday with his parents -- Denise Miller-Jonas and Paul Kevin Jonas -- and they were seen carrying a Tiffany & Co bag, the famous jewellery brand from whose London store ...

Parineeti Chopra, celebs arrive at Priyanka's residence

Celebrations have begun in full swing at Priyanka Chopra's house apparently for a ceremony related to her engagement to American singer Nick Jonas here.
According to reports, a puja and a roka ceremony is scheduled to happen today at Priyanka's Juhu residence, where the couple will be donning a traditional attire.
A priest was seen entering her building with two bags followed by a man carrying sweet boxes in a bag. Also, a mini tempo arrived with caterers and food items.
Nick, 25, arrived in Mumbai on Thursday with his parents -- Denise Miller-Jonas and Paul Kevin Jonas -- and they were seen carrying a Tiffany & Co bag, the famous jewellery brand from whose London store the American singer bought the engagement ring.
They were received by Priyanka, 36, at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport here.
Last night, the couple walked hand in hand at JW Marriott hotel in Juhu for a dinner along with their families.
The couple will reportedly be throwing a party for their friends ...

Celebrations begin for Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas' engagement

Tributes poured in across the world to "Queen of Soul" Aretha Franklin today, as her family and hometown made arrangements for her funeral and a celebration of the late singer's extraordinary career.
The 76-year-old music legend, who died yesterday, influenced generations of singers with unforgettable hits including "Respect" (1967), "Natural Woman" (1968) and "I Say a Little Prayer" (1968).
The 18-time Grammy award winner cemented her place in music history with a powerful, bell-clear voice that stretched over four octaves, her generations of hits spanning from soul and R&B, to gospel and pop.
Today, fans continued to pay tribute to the celebrated singer, leaving mementos outside her father's New Bethel Baptist Church and queuing outside the Motown Museum, which is playing her music on loudspeakers through the weekend and hosting a book of condolence.
"It's just been amazing. Of course we're all very saddened and heartbroken with the thought of her passing, but people are ...

World pays tribute to Aretha Franklin

A letter from ex-Beatle musician John Lennon's aunt to a fan questioning the famous 1960s band's trip to India to spend time at Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's ashram in Rishikesh is among a series of memorabilia to be auctioned in Liverpool next week.
Lennon's aunt, Mimi Smith, who brought up Lennon and remained close to him until his death in 1980, expressed her doubts about the Maharishi long before the Beatle himself was to question his methods of transcendental meditation in the song 'Sexy Sadie'.
I don't understand why they need an Indian, or India to meditate. That can be done here without any fuss. The basic teachings of their church will give them all they seem to be looking for, Smith wrote on September 7, 1967, to a fan she regularly corresponded  Eileen Read.
The Beatles had been lured by the teachings of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and had joined him at a conference in Bangor, north Wales, in August 1967, along with Mick Jagger of the Rolling Stones. After listening to a lecture on the 

Letter on Beatles, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi connection to be auctioned in UK

Music is considered a binding factor in movies, especially in biographical dramas, where Daler Mehndi has created a unique space for himself.
The veteran singer, who has sung the title tracks of 'Rang De Basanti', 'Dangal', 'Mirzya', 'Baahubali' and most recently Akshay Kumar's 'Gold', says directors and actors demand his voice for such projects.
Penned by veteran Javed Akhtar, 'Ghar Layenge Gold' is composed by Sachin-Jigar and aptly presents the film's protagonist's dream to win a gold medal at the Olympic.
"I believe that my positive thinking, which I maintain all the time, gets translated into the song as well. Whatever is positive inside comes outside. It gets transformed into the voice, thoughts and this is what the people also feel about my other songs, Mehndi told PTI.
This year, the Punjab-born singer had also lent his voice to a track for "Soorma", another hockey biopic.
"There are two films about hockey this year. I feel happy that whenever there is a talk of motivation, ...

I like motivating songs: Daler Mehndi

Ranveer Singh proudly flaunts the badge of being quirky and unconventional as the actor believes there has always been an "attarangi" streak in him.
The 33-year-old actor, who endorses fashion brand JACK & JONES, says "edgy" is his middle name.
"I have always been 'attarangi' (unique), as my school friend put it. I make authentic choices when it comes to my style.
"I have always been attracted to fashion, music, personalities, attitudes that are edgy. That is why I relate to JACK & JONES on every level. The brand and I share the same personality, values and are extremely expressive," Ranveer told PTI in an email interview.
Known for his out-of-the-box style statement and delivering immersive performances, the "Padmaavat" star says he does not fear being judged by people for his choices - be it fashion, films or life.
"I express myself with vibrant colours, printed blazers, ripped denims. I have zero filters as I don't fear anyone judging me. I don't hold back. With anything or ...

I don't fear being judged: Ranveer Singh

"Black Panther" Michael B Jordan surprised a fan who had visited the sets of his upcoming film "Creed 2".
Jordan decided to surprise the fan, Audeva Agyema, after he got to know that the teenager had taken a life-size cut-out of the actor to her prom when her boyfriend cancelled at the last minute.
Agyema was invited to the "Creed 2" set in Philadelphia, but was told that Jordan would not be there.
The 31-year-old actor posted a video of the special super fan event, where he met unsuspecting teen who was clearly amazed after Jordan greeted her from behind.
"I had to surprise @de.gye after hearing about her taking me (kinda Lol) to Prom. She had no idea we would bring her to the set of @creedmovie but you know I had to show her some love since I couldn't actually be her date," he wrote on Instagram.
"Creed 2", directed by Steven Caple Jr, recently wrapped filming and is currently in the post-production phase. The film will also mark the return of Sylvester Stallone and Tessa Thompson.

Michael B. Jordan surprises teen fan on 'Creed 2' set

Actor Ruth Wilson, who had recently claimed that she was not paid at par with her co-star Dominic West on Showtime's "The Affair", has said that she is not allowed to talk about the reason behind her exit.
Wilson's character, Alison Bailey, was killed in August 5 episode of the show, a move that had sent shockwaves amongst the fans.
In her first interview since her exit from the show, Wilson told CBS This Morning, "I did want to leave but I'm not allowed to talk about why."
When the host asked Wilson whether her exit pertained to her not receiving pay parity, Wilson replied, "I've never complained to Showtime about pay parity."
In a statement to Variety, the studio explained the rationale behind killing Wilson's character in the show and termed it as a "creative decision".
"We can't speak for Ruth, but heading into season 4 everyone agreed the character's story had run its course. Ultimately, it felt like the most powerful creative decision would be to end Alison's arc at the moment ..

Ruth Wilson says she is 'not allowed' to talk about her exit from 'The Affair'

Actor Priyanka Chopra's boyfriend Nick Jonas and his parents -- Denise Miller-Jonas and Paul Kevin Jonas -- are in the city amid reports the couple will throw a bash to celebrate their engagement with family and close friends.
Clad in black pants and a full-sleeve T-shirt, the 25-year-old American singer and his parents were received by Priyanka, 36, at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport here.
Nick's brother Kevin, Joe and Frankie Jonas have also arrived in the city.
The couple will reportedly be throwing a party for their friends and family at Priyanka's residence in suburban Juhu to celebrate their July engagement.
At the airport, Jonas senior was holding a Tiffany & Co bag, the famous jewellery brand from whose London store the American singer bought the engagement ring.
Priyanka, who is currently in Mumbai to shoot for Shonali Bose's film "The Sky is Pink", was spotted wearing the ring at designer Manish Malhotra's party recently.
Nick had met Priyanka's family in ...

Nick Jonas, parents in Mumbai to meet Priyanka Chopra's family

TNT Network has ordered a sequel series to "The Alienist", titled "The Angel of Darkness".
The new limited series is based on the sequel of the same name by author Caleb Carr, who wrote the novel "The Alienist".
It will mark the reunion of "The Alienist" leads Daniel Bruhl, Luke Evans, and Dakota Fanning, reported Variety.
"We could not be prouder of The Alienist's outstanding, award-worthy performance and all of the work the incredible actors and crew put in to bring that story and time period to life," Sarah Aubrey, executive vice president of original programming for TNT, said in a statement.
"Our audience fell in love with these multi-dimensional, timeless characters and the journey of their struggles living in complicated times. With this new story in TNT's Suspense Collection, we will further immerse viewers into their world as they are confronted with a new enemy," she added.
"The Alienist", which scored six Emmy nominations, including for Outstanding Limited Series, is about ..

'The Alienist' to get sequel series 'The Angel of Darkness'

Actor Kirti Kharbanda will turn showstopper for designers Sweta and Priyangsu's label "Tahweave" at the upcoming Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2018.
The designers will be showcasing their collection titled 'Unchartered' on the last day of the fashion extravaganza.
The clothing range is inspired by mystical rocky terrain of the Irish mountain lands and their culture.
"With this collection we are paying homage to the natural beauty that surrounds us. The landscapes that people usually ignore, the mountains, are the source of our inspiration for this collection that reflects their rugged beauty and glory," Sweta and Priyangsu said in a statement.
The silhouettes range from structured overlays to draped dresses crafted in shades like blush pink, burgundy, chocolate brown and green.
With minimal embroidery, the collection deals with women's contemporary occasion wear.
Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2018 runs from August 22 to 26.

Kriti Kharbanda to walk for Sweta and Priyangsu at LFW

Sonakshi Sinha says much of her learning about acting happened on film sets unlike today's newcomers who enter the industry prepared in every aspect.
Sonakshi, who made her debut in 2010 with Salman Khan's "Dabangg", says since she never wanted to be an actor, she gradually learnt things along the way in the industry.
"I never wanted to be an actor in the first place, I never went for workshops, acting or dancing classes. Everybody who is making their debut today are so well prepared.
"They know how to face the camera, how to pose for photographers. I didn't know any of that. I was a fat kid, I lost weight and was put in a film. I learnt everything on set," Sonakshi told PTI.
The actor may have come along a long way but said the process of learning has still not stopped for her.
"The learning process still continues. Even today I make sure whoever I meet, work with, teaches me something. It may not be related to work but just something they said. Everybody teaches you something and I .

I learnt everything about acting on the sets, says Sonakshi Sinha

Women-oriented films are gaining momentum in Bollywood but Kajol says it would be restrictive as an actor to limit herself to just one genre.
"There are lots of films coming your way that are being written with a female central character in mind. It also has to do with whether you want to do that kind of film or not. I don't want to do only that kind of film. I want to do everything," she told PTI in an interview.
"There is very little good content being written. I think it is the fact that there are not many good scripts that are coming to you. But generally there is not much good writing happening per se," she added.
After her last outing "Dilwale" in 2015, Kajol is excited about her forthcoming release "Helicopter Eela", in which she plays the role of a single mother.
The Pradeep Sarkar directed film addresses the issue of parenting and generation
gap but Kajol says the film also talks about "who we are as women".
Being a mother, Kajol said, there were times when she missed out ...

Don't want to limit myself to only women-oriented films: Kajol

Actor Rosamund Pike has revealed she refused to strip during an audition for a James Bond film, but still secured the part.
The 39-year-old Oscar-nominated actor made her Hollywood debut as Miranda Frost opposite Pierce Brosnan's Bond in 2002's "Die Another Day," and was just 21 when she auditioned for the role.
Pike was asked by producers to strip to her underwear during casting, something that she flatly refused to do. It was a reaction the filmmakers admired, giving her the part on the spot.
"My first audition was for a Bond film and I remember them saying I was to drop my dress and appear in my underwear," the actor told Amazon's Audible Sessions this week.
"On the day, I don't know how I got the resolve and strength of mind, but I just thought 'if they're going to see me in my underwear, they better give me the job'. So, I thought, 'There's no way I'm going to take off a dress in the audition for this tape to be sent around Los Angeles and to be judged on that'."
She said she was 

Rosamund Pike refused to strip for Bond film audition

Actor Jean-Claude Van Damme's son, Nicholas Francois Van Varenberg, has pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct for holding his roommate at knifepoint.
Van Varenberg, 22, entered his plea on Wednesday at an Arizona court, records show. He's is set to be sentenced on October 3, reported E! online.
The incident took place in September and saw Van Varenberg arrested by police in Phoenix on suspicion of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, unlawful imprisonment, marijuana possession and possession of drug paraphernalia.
It was reported by the Arizona Republic at the time that Tempe police had carried out a welfare check after Van Varenberg left a trail of blood from an elevator he had punched in his apartment building to his home. When police arrived, he declined medical attention and the cop left.
But he returned shortly after to investigate a complaint of banging and yelling coming from the home, the newspaper said. The Tempe Police Department said that Van Varenberg had threatened to .

Jean-Claude Van Damme's son pleads guilty in knife incident

Rapper Travis Scott has donated USD 800 to one of his fans to help cover the cost of his mother's funeral.
Peter Valdriz reached out to Scott earlier this week when the rapper was offering to give away USD 100,000 to a select group of fans.
Valdriz tweeted that he would use the money to help pay for the service.
In response, Scott sent USD 800 via Cash App with the message, ''For not much but hope can help. Your mom looking down on you (sic).''
Valdriz posted a screenshot of the transaction on Twitter.
According to TMZ, Valdriz's mother died last week after a battle with a brain virus. He received the money on what would have been his mom's 52nd birthday.
"Knowing that someone is out there trying to help us during this difficult time means the world to us," Valdriz told TMZ. "I personally want to thank Travis Scott for really making a tough day for my family into a day we can cherish.

Travis Scott helps pay for fan's mother's funeral

Hollywood star Scarlett Johansson has become the best-paid actress in the world, according to Forbes magazine.
Johansson, 33, made USD 40.5 million in pre-tax earnings from June 1, 2017, to June 1, 2018, quadrupling her income from the previous year.
She played Black Widow in this year's hit Marvel movie "Avengers: Infinity War" and will return to the role in the 2019 installment from Walt Disney Co's Marvel Studios.
Johansson beat out Angelina Jolie, who ranked second with USD 28 million thanks mainly to her upfront pay for "Maleficent 2".
Jennifer Aniston came in third with USD 19.5 million, making the bulk of her profits from Emirates airlines, Smartwater, and Aveeno promotions, Forbes reports.
Jennifer Lawrence, 28, was fourth on the list with continued earnings from her role in the "X-Men" series and an endorsement contract with fashion brand Christian Dior. Her USD 18 million income was USD 6 million less than the prior year.
Reese Witherspoon, 42, is at number five with USD ...

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