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Shia LaBeouf, David Ayer to join forces for upcoming crime thriller
Hollywood actor Shia LaBeouf is all set to reunite with filmmaker David Ayer for upcoming crime thriller 'Tax Collector'.According to the Hollywood Reporter, the 'Transformers' actor previously teamed up with the director for 2014 World War-II drama 'Fury'.Ayer, who is the writer/director for the film, will start shooting in Los Angeles, the report further said.Previously, LaBeouf was seen in tennis drama 'Borg vs. McEnroe' and recently completed shooting 'Honey Boy'.Ayer last directed the Netflix feature Bright and is set to return for the sequel.
Post-2017 robbery, Kim Kardashian back in Paris
After being robbed at gunpoint in a city hotel year-and-a-half ago, American reality television personality Kim Kardashian was back in Paris, along with rapper husband Kanye West on Thursday.According to E! Online, the 'Keeping Up With the Kardashians' star attended the Louis Vuitton Menswear spring/summer 2019 Paris Fashion Week show.She was spotted with sister Kylie Jenner and her boyfriend Travis Scotton, other than her husband.Earlier in 2017, Kim in her reality show had said that she might return to Paris "maybe in like, five, six, seven, ten years" according to E! Online.A day prior to Kim and Kanye's arrival, Kylie and Travis travelled to France with their four-month-old daughter Stormi Webster.On October 2016, five burglars robbed Kim at gunpoint in her hotel room. They stole 11 million dollars worth of jewellery, including a 4.9 million dollars ring, along with two cell phones.
Pulitzer winner Charles Krauthammer dead at 68
Pulitzer Prize winner, Harvard-trained psychiatrist and best-selling author Charles Krauthammer, who came to be known as the dean of conservative commentators, has died. He was 68.
'Roseanne' spinoff is officiallly happening, sans Roseanne
After much hullabaloo, television broadcasting company ABC has finally confirmed it isn't letting go of 'Roseanne'.The network has announced it will bring back a 'Roseanne' spin-off - tentatively called 'The Conners' - without its controversial lead, Roseanne Barr, reports E! Online.It stressed in its announcement that former star Barr - who gave rise to a controversy after calling Valerie Jarrett, the former senior adviser to former President Barack Obama, the baby of the "Muslim brotherhood & planet of the apes" - will have no financial or creative involvement in the new series."I regret the circumstances that have caused me to be removed from 'Roseanne'. I agreed to the settlement in order that 200 jobs of beloved cast and crew could be saved, and I wish the best for everyone involved," Barr said in a statement.The entire cast - John Goodman (Dan), Laurie Metcalf (Jackie), Sara Gilbert (Darlene), Lecy Goranson (Becky) and Michael Fishman (D.J.) - also released a joint ...
'Ocean's 8': All-female lead fails to elevate this heist thriller (IANS Review, Rating: **1/2)
Film: "Ocean's 8"; Director: Gary Ross; Cast: Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Ann Hathaway, Mindy Kaling, Awkwafina, Sarah Paulson, Rihanna, Helena Bonham Carter, Richard Armitage, James Corden; Rating: **1/2
IIFA: Bobby Deol 'excited' to perform after 7 yrs
Bollywood star Bobby Deol, who is all set to perform at the 19th edition of the International Indian Film Academy Awards (IIFA), is "really, really excited" to be back on stage after seven years."I've always had a great time at IIFA and once again, after seven years I am performing, for which I am really, very excited," the 49-year-old told ANI.Meanwhile, the 'Race 3' star, on Friday, attended an exhibition of old Bollywood film paintings and posters, where he got nostalgic after seeing the poster of his father, veteran actor Dharmendra's film 'Sholay'.Speaking about the moment, Bobby said, "For me, my dad is everything, he is my God, my hero. And now, to see all his work being preserved here, it has made me proud and nostalgic."On being asked about the Deols being back to tickle the funny bones of the audience with the third installment of 'Yamla Pagla Deewana', Bobby said, "It's a comedy film which has its own style. Our chemistry (Dharmendra, Sunny Deol, and Bobby Deol) always ...
Heist films are like superhero movies: Awkwafina
Actress-rapper Awkwafina says heist films are like superhero movies.
Milly Shapiro's real life incident makes it to horror film
Actress Milly Shapiro had to recreate a moment from her life for horror film "Hereditary".
Size should not be confused with fitness: Ihana Dhillon
Actress Ihana Dhillon says for an actor, size is important but it should not be confused with fitness.
Veteran journalist Prabhakar Choubey passes away
Veteran journalist and litterateur Prabhakar Choubey passed away after a prolonged illness at a city hospital here today, officials said. He was 83-year-old. According to a senior official, Choubey passed away late evening at AIIMS here. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Raman Singh condoled Choubey's death and said that he, in his career spanning 54 years, made invaluable and memorable contribution in the fields of journalism and literature, the official said. His last rites would be conducted here tomorrow, the official said.
Mallika Sherawat to bring 'The Good Wife' to India
Bollywood Actress Mallika Sherawat is all set to bring the adaptation of the legal and political drama 'The Good Wife'to the Indian audience.The 'Murder' actress will produce and star in the Indian adaptation of the show.She will play the Alicia Florrick's character and the team is in the process of finalizing the cast and crew for the show.The actress said, "I'm really excited about bringing The Good Wife to India and thank CBS for putting their faith in me. I'm really excited about this opportunity. I love the show. It features a fierce and beautifully written female character with enough contradiction, emotional range, and surprise. The show's brilliant storyline & pioneering female role made me want to do it in India."The Good Wife, a CBS thriller, aired from 2009 to 2016 and drew in widespread praise for the tight narrative, well-written characters, and serialized plot, especially in the critically acclaimed fifth season. The show traces the journey of housewife Alicia ...
Motion poster of 'Loveratri' unveiled
Actor Aayush Sharma has unveiled a new colourful and vibrant motion poster of his debut film 'Loveratri.'The poster showcases the lead pair Ayush Sharma and Warina Hussain riding a scooter in a festive background.Aayush Sharma took to his Instagram handle and unveiled the poster by writing,"#Loveratri - The celebration of Love ?? Lighting up theatres on the 5th of October!"Set against the backdrop of Gujrat, the romantic drama unfolds the love story of the leading couple over the span of Navratri.The movie will present the fresh pairing of debutants Aayush Sharma and Warina Hussain. The poster and pictures from the film have already piqued the interest of the audience.'Loveratri' is directed by Abhiraj Minawala who will also be making his directorial debut with the film. The romantic drama will mark the fifth venture of Salman Khan Films. 'Loveratri' is written by Naren Bhatt who is based out of Mumbai and was born in Bhavnagar.Directed by Abhiraj Minawala, Loveratri is produced by ...
John Malkovich to portray 'Hercule Poirot' in 'ABC Murders'
Hollywood actor John Malkovich will play the famous fictional detective 'Hercule Poirot' from the Agatha Christie books in the upcoming 'ABC Murders' adaptation.In the first look of the show, the 'Heart of Darkness' actor can be seen with less facial hair than the recent depiction of the detective, according to The Hollywood Reporter."I'm honoured to have been asked to play Hercule Poirot. It's a role that's been played by a number of excellent actors, and I am enjoying the numerous challenges this part presents," said Malkovich. "I have great respect for Sarah Phelps' screenplay and hope to do both she and Agatha Christie's creation some measure of justice."Agatha Christie's 'ABC Murders' is set in the 1930s, a time when Britain is dangerously divided and suspicion and hatred are on the rise, the story sees Poirot face a serial killer known only as A.B.C. As the body count rises, the only clue is a copy of The ABC Railway Guide at each crime scene. Poirot's investigations are ...
Content must change with time, says Ramesh Sippy
He has been a part of Bollywood for over four decades and has classics like "Sholay" and "Seeta Aur Geeta" to his credit. Veteran filmmaker Ramesh Sippy says he is happy with the content in Hindi cinema and it must change with time.
Kobe Bryant denied admission to Film Academy
Sportsperson-turned-filmmaker Kobe Bryant has been denied the membership to Oscar's Film Academy, despite his recent Oscar win.The American basketball player was recommended for membership by the executive committee of 'Short films and Feature animation branch' of Academy, according to The Hollywood Reporter.The sports legend won the Oscar in February for the best animated short film for his autobiographical piece, 'Dear Basketball'. He wrote, lent his voice, and executive produced the film.The reason cited behind the denial was that Bryant does not possess enough merit to be included in the body as 'Dear Basketball' was his first venture, according to The Hollywood Reporter.However, there are speculations that his controversial past could have been the reason too.Bryant was accused of sexual assault, fifteen years ago. Later, the case was dropped.This decision could have come in the wake of #MeToo era, many people speculate.
Taking artiste's consent before announcing award vital: Ayaan Ali Bangash
Celebrated sarod players Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash, who refused to receive the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar 2017 in the field of in the field of Hindustani Instrumental Music, say not taking consent of artistes before announcing an award, breaks the set rules and offends them.
Need to break myth that Bollywood songs is Indian music: Shilpa Rao
Singer Shilpa Rao, who has sung a single "Saanwariya" for Drishyam Play -- an initiative to curate and promote fresh music from different parts of the country -- feels the layman associates Bollywood songs with Indian music. She says that's a myth that needs to be broken.
Adil Hussain nominated for Norwegian national film award for 'What Will People Say'
Actor Adil Hussain has been nominated in the best actor category for Norway's top national movie award Amanda for his role in Iram Haq's critically-acclaimed film "What Will People Say". The film explores the clash of cultures through the story of a teenage Pakistani-Norwegian girl, whose immigrant parents are horrified with her affair with a local boy. The film is also nominated for the best film, actor, director and script. The award ceremony will take place on August 18 and Adil plans to attend it. Adil, who played the role of a doting yet controlling father in the film, has already won the Kanon Award at Kosmorama film festival, which is Norway's equivalent of the Academy Awards. Haq's feature debut "I Am Yours" was Norway's nomination for the Oscars in 2013. The actor said he really liked Haq's style of storytelling and is happy to be recognised in the country. "One of the casting directors in India contacted me and then I spoke to the director. I really liked the script. I had ..
Vijay's upcoming movie christened 'Sarkar'
Popular Tamil actor Vijay's upcoming movie with director AR Murugadoss has been titled 'Sarkar.' The first look of the movie, produced by Kalanidhi Maran's Sun Pictures, was released today. The Vijay-Murugadoss duo had earlier churned out hits like 'Thuppakki' and 'Kaththi.' Double Oscar winner A R Rahman will be scoring music for the film. Vijay's last movie was 'Mersal', which had courted controversy with the state BJP unit raising objections to "incorrect references" to the Goods and Services Tax in the film.
Marathi star Kashinath Ghanekar's life now a film
The life of Kashinath Ghanekar, a Marathi star, is being turned into a movie titled as 'Ani Kashinath Ghanekar.'The film, which stars Subodh Bhave, Sonali Kulkarni and Sumeet Raghavan, will be produced by Viacom 18 Motion Pictures.Ghanekar was also a theatre artist and dental surgeon.Film Critic, Taran Adarsh revealed the poster of the same.The flick is slated to release on Diwali this year i.e. November 7.