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Anushka Sharma wraps 'Zero'
Anushka Sharma has finished shooting for her next "Zero" and thanked the director Aanand L Rai and co-star Shah Rukh Khan for taking her along on the journey. The 30-year-old actor took to Twitter to share the news. "'Zero' is all heart. 'Zero' is these two wonderful people and everything they've endeavoured to create. 'Zero' is me going on this journey with them. What a pleasure it's been. "Big hug @aanandlrai and @iamsrk for your belief and to #KatrinaKaif for being the amaze one that she is! #ZeroWrap," Sharma tweeted, alongside a photograph of the trio. Last week, Khan, who plays the lead as a vertically-challenged man in the film, wrapped up the film. The movie also stars Katrina Kaif and R Madhavan. "Zero" is set to release on December 21.
Michael Douglas is his wife's biggest fan
Michael Douglas has praised his wife, Catherine Zeta-Jones for being an 'entrepreneur' and earning her success.The Hollywood star gushed over his wife's achievements as he promoted the release of his upcoming movie 'Ant-Man and the 'Wasp'."She's branching out in a couple other areas. She has got a whole branding line of Casa Zeta-Jones and she's on QVC and she is an entrepreneur and I totally support her," he told E!Online.While Michael was unfamiliar with his wife's earlier interviews about her work, he was proud to say that his wife has earned her success."She comes from humble roots. She's a humble young lady. If you got it, flaunt it. She's probably saying I've worked hard enough. She earned it," he shared.Hitting theatres everywhere on July 6, the film finds Ant-Man being both a superhero and a father.
Sexual assault case; actress resigns from AMMA
A noted South Indian female actress, who was allegedly sexually assaulted in a moving car last year, today resigned from AMMA (Association of Malayalam Movie Artists), alleging that it had failed to stand by her during the crisis. Extending their solidarity with her, three prominent Malayalam actresses -- Remya Nambeesan, Reema Kallingal and Geethu Mohandas -- also announced their decision to quit AMMA. Their resignation, announced through the Facebook page of Women in Cinema Collective (WCC), came days after a General Body meeting of AMMA reportedly decided to take back actor Dileep, an accused in the sexual assault case, into its fold. In her Facebook post, the actress said she had decided to quit AMMA, not in protest against its decision to take back the accused in her case, but due to 'bitter experiences' with AMMA. She alleged Dileep had spoilt her chances of acting in many films in the past and that AMMA had not taken any action against him, though she had lodged a ...
I like to play complex characters: Nawazuddin
Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui, who is gearing up for the release of the series "Sacred Games" on Netflix, says he likes to play complex and not cliched characters on screen.
'Bharat': Disha Patani to play with fire
Actress Disha Patani is on a roll since she has bagged a role in Salman Khan-starrer 'Bharat'.The 'Baaghi 2' actress will be playing the role of a trapeze artist. For her part, she will be required to perform pyrotechnics.Well before the beginning of the shoot, the 26-year-old has started rehearsing for her part.Disha is, therefore, rehearsing for stunts involving fire for the past few days. She is considered to be one of the fittest actresses in B-Town.The actress often shares insights into her tough workout routines through social media, proving to be an inspiration to her fans and followers.Apart from the industry's Bhai and Disha, the film also stars Priyanka Chopra, who will make her official come-back to Bollywood.Helmed by Ali Abbas Zafar, the period-drama flick is slated for 2019 Eid release.
India's music scene needs record labels to pump funds, power: Anushka Manchanda
She was a part of India's first girl band Viva, has sung for Bollywood films, carved her space among 'women of Indian rock' and now through her alias NUKA, Anushka Manchanda hopes to express her creativity freely. The singer feels the Indian music scene needs record labels which can push talent the right way.
Rashida Jones, Donald Glover join hands for Time's Up animated video
Taking the fight against sexual harassment one step forward, Time's Up Movement released a public service announcement in the form of a video which was directed by Rashida Jones and narrated by Donald Glover. The PSA shows how power dynamics function within the workplace with Glover asking a series of questions to give the viewers an insight into the one's behaviour. "Has the current wave of sexual allegations left you scared, confused, maybe even a little angry? It's the culture shifting under your feet so fast you can't make sense of it," he says as animated characters portray the emotions. Glover then answers some 'frequently asked questions' about sexual harassment. "Is it okay to greet your co-worker with a deep, full body hug or mouth kiss? No. This is what we call unwelcome touching," he says. Even if someone does not view the affectionate touching as sexual, Glover says, "Still, it's a no." The actor-singer then proceeds to ask the second question that if it is okay to "think .
Ozzy hated filming 'The Osbournes', son reveals
Rock icon Ozzy Osbourne "hated" filming their family reality show "The Osbournes", his son Jack revealed. Jack, 32, opened up about his father's struggles with reality television on People TV's Chatter. He said shooting for the show was a traumatic experience for Osbourne, 69, as "hated the way he was portrayed". "After 'The Osbournes', he just hated reality TV. He hated the experience, he hated the way he was portrayed. He was like, It's not what I do. I'm a musician'," Jack said. The show ran from 2002 to 2005. Besides Osbourne, his eldest daughter, Aimee refused to be on the show and moved out when she was just 16.
We were great friends: Bryan Adams on romance rumours with Princess Diana
Bryan Adams addressed rumours about his relationship with Princess Diana for the first time, saying they were "great friends" and nothing more. The 58-year-old singer's whose 1985 song "Diana" had sparked speculation that he was reportedly dating the British royal. Princess Diana's butler Paul Burrell had further claimed that he used to "sneak" Adams into Kensington Palace, the royals residence. In an appearance on "Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen", the host asked the "Summer of '69" singer about the equation he shared with Diana. "There are many rumours that you and Princess Diana were once romantically involved. Her butler said that he used to sneak you into Kensington Palace. How would you characterise your relationship with Princess Diana?" Cohen asked. To which Adams replied, "Great friends. And she didn't sneak me in, I would just roll up." Cohen pressed further asking if they were "friends with benefits". Adams instead denied the speculations, saying "she was just we ...
Lalu Prasad's son in Hindi film
After joining active politics, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad's elder son and former Bihar Health Minister Tej Pratap Yadav is set to enter the Hindi film industry. He released a poster of his upcoming movie on Wednesday.
4 Malayalam actresses resign from AMMA over Dileep row
The row over the reinstatement of accused actor Dileep into an artistes body took a turn on Wednesday with four leading actresses, including the kidnap victim, resigning from the Association of Malayalam Movie Actors.
Working with Rajkummar a dream come true for Shraddha
Actress Shraddha Kapoor, who will share screen space with Rajkummar Rao for the first time in "Stree", says working with him has been a dream come true for her.
Dia Mirza buys iconic 'Mother India' poster for Sanjay Dutt
Dia Mirza bid for and bought an original six-sheet poster of the landmark film "Mother India" -- depicting the iconic Nargis Dutt -- for Rs 145,000 in an auction. The actress, who features in a pivotal role in "Sanju", a movie on Sanjay Dutt's life, wants to gift it to the "Munna Bhai M.B.B.S." star.
'Good man di...' has a happy vibe: Shankar Ehsaan Loy
"Good man di laaltain", sung by Sukhwinder Singh for the film "Soorma", has a very happy vibe, say composers Shankar Ehsaan Loy.
Ishaan, Janhvi frolick around in 'Zingaat'
The wait is over, as the much-anticipated song from Karan Johar's next, 'Dhadak' is all about the fun.Titled, 'Zingaat', the song features Ishaan Khattar and Janhvi Kapoor in a jolly mood. The stars can be seen dancing in a function organized by Janhvi's father in the film.Directed by Shashank Khaitan, 'Dhadak' is an official adaptation of Marathi hit 'Sairat'.Zingaat was used in 'Sairat' and was an instant superhit. For Dhadak, it has been recreated in Hindi with lyrics by Amitabh Bhattacharya, while Ajay-Atul will repeat the task for the song.The film will hit the big screens on July 20.
Aloft Star 2018 competition spotlights emerging musicians from across Asia-Pacific
Marriott International's Aloft Hotels, in partnership with Universal Music Group & Brands (UMGB), the brand strategy division of Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, has launched the 2018 Asia Pacific edition of Aloft Hotels' artist discovery competition ProjectThe competition is open to entrants from countries in the Asia Pacific region. The countries are in five clusters spanning eleven markets: Australia, Greater China, India, South-East Asia (Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand) and South Korea. From the entries submitted, UMG will select five finalists (one from each cluster) for an all-expenses-paid trip to Seoul, South Korea to battle it out in the grand finale to be held at Aloft Seoul Myeongdong on 20 September 2018. Each finalist will also receive 100,000 Rewards points1 redeemable for stays at participating Marriott International hotels around the world and other rewards.Starting today, unsigned musicians can enter for a ..
'Skyscraper' to release in India on July 20
Actor Dwayne Johnson's "Skyscraper" will hit screens in India on July 20 in English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.
'Isspeshal 6' to perform live at Friday Jam
After a series of performances by the countrys renowned singers and bands, the fifth season of Friday Jam will end with a performance by Neha Kakkar and a finale by 'Isspeshal 6 that comprises of 6 specially-abled teenagers aged 13-18.
My main aim in life is to work hard: Bobby Deol
Actor Bobby Deol, who has made a comeback on the silver screen after four years with the Salman Khan starrer "Race 3", says his main aim in life is to work hard and get good projects.
'Skyscraper' to release amidst summer blackout in China
'The Rock's upcoming action thriller 'Skyscraper' has locked down a release date in China in the midst of Beijing's usual summer blackout on imported Hollywood fare.The movie will now release on July 20 in China.The involvement of Legendary Entertainment, which is owned by Chineseconglomerate Dalian Wanda Group, and the film's setting in Hong Kong, can be the reason that may have played a hand in Skyscraper getting permission to screen during the summer blackout, according to The Hollywood Reporter.Usually, domestic Chinese releases are reserved for this time of the year.Dwayne Johnson stars in the movie as a former FBI Hostage Rescue Team leader and U.S. war veteran. On an assignment in China, he finds the tallest, safest building in the world suddenly ablaze, and he's been framed for it.It is written and directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber.Earlier on Tuesday, Johnson sent the Chinese audience a shoutout over Instagram after his most recent release, 'Rampage', became his biggest star