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Badshah nervous about stepping into production

Rapper Badshah says he is excited as well as nervous about producing content.

Stars kid I launch should go beyond their name: Karan Johar

Filmmaker Karan Johar says whenever he is launching a star kid, his thought is to make then go beyond their name and make their own identity. Karan is launching Sridevi's daughter Janhvi and actor Shahid Kapoor's half-brother, Ishaan, with "Dhadak", an adaptation of Marathi blockbuster "Sairat". When asked, what is the most important bit he keeps in mind while launching new talent and especially star kids, Karan told reporters, "That they go beyond their name and make an identity of their own. That's our responsibility and even theirs." Hinting at the nepotism debate that started with actor Kangana Ranaut calling him "the flag-bearer of nepotism", Johar said, "Nowadays, there is so much debate about name, but people forget that even behind a name there is passion and hard work. It's not easy to face the camera, to come in front of the media. They are kids. And we put a label to them. "There is a word (nepotism), it has run for two years. I wouldn't even name it because I will be ...

Robert De Niro drops F-Bomb on Trump

In an iconic moment, a statement made by Hollywood actor Robert De Niro earned him a standing ovation at the recently held 72nd edition of annual Tony Awards.The Oscar-winning actor of 'Raging Bull' fame said, "I just want to say one thing - F**k Trump. It's no longer down with Trump. It's f**k Trump" while pumping his fist in the air.The bold statement has left Twittereople in frenzy.A user posted, "If any Republican Congressman criticizes Robert De Niro tomorrow for what he said about Trump, please ask them how they feel about any of the hundreds (thousands?) of offensive things Trump has said in the past two years, let alone in his lifetime."One tweet read, " Robert De Niro introduced Bruce Springsteen's #TonyAwards performance w/ words that echoed the sentiment of the overwhelming majority of Americans: "I just want to say one thing - f*ck Trump! It's no longer down with Trump. It's f*ck Trump!" And he received a standing ovation."One user tweeted, "Waiting 4 Trump's 100 mega-ton .

Netflix ropes in Barbra Streisand for expanded edition of 'A Star is Born', six vintage specials

Hollywood veteran Barbra Streisand is joining hands with Netflix for six vintage music specials and an expanded edition of 1976's musical drama "A Star is Born". The 76-year-old star signed a licensing pact with the streaming giant for the deal, Variety reported. The showcase will encompass some of the Great Society-era network TV specials that helped Streisand achieve the superstar status she enjoys - "My Name Is Barbra" (1965), "Color Me Barbra" (1966), "Barbra Streisand: A Happening in Central Park" (1968), "Barbra Streisand and Other Musical Instruments" (1973), "Barbra Streisand: The Concert" (1994), and "Barbra Streisand: Timeless" (2001). The expanded edition of the 1976 romantic drama "A Star is Born" will see Streisand performing the first-ever instrumental version of "Evergreen" along with additional footage added to the film's "With One More Look At You/Watch Closely Now" medley finale. Streisand featured with Kris Kristofferson in the film directed by Frank Pierson and ...

Eminem denies using gunshot sound effects

Eminem has denied using gunshot sound effects after he faced criticism regarding it from attendees at the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival.

Watch your favourite classics at upcoming film festival

Movie enthusiasts in the city are in for a visual treat as they can now watch their favourite classic films on the big screen at an upcoming film festival. The second edition of Navrasa Duende's 'Classic Movie Festival' set to begin on June 22, will feature not just blockbuster classics, but also films that were considered to be milestones of the neo-realistic cinema movement. Films like Akira Kurosawa's Japanese thriller "Throne of Blood", Vittorio De Sica's Italian crime-drama "Bicycle Thieves", and Satyajit Ray's Bengali musical "Jalsaghar" among others, will bring together various dialects and cultures on a single platform. With romantic dramas like Ingmar Bergman's "Wild Strawberries" (Swedish), Victor Fleming's "Gone With The Wind" (English-American) and David Lean's "Doctor Zhivago" (British-Italian), organisers said they hoped to pass on the conventions of love and romance to the millennial generation. "The timeless themes and memorable characters in these films have captured .

Vince Vaughn arrested for drunk driving

Actor Vince Vaughn was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and resisting arrest. The 48-year-old actor was arrested on Sunday morning in Manhattan Beach, CA -- about 30 minutes south of Los Angeles by Manhattan Beach Police Department, reported TMZ. Vaughn and his passenger were stopped at the checkpoint around 12:30 AM, and asked to step out of the vehicle. They initially refused to get out, the police said. A mug shot, released by Manhattan Beach Police Department later, shows the actor in a slight grin.

'The Message' is first Arab title to get Saudi release date

After a 42-year ban, Anthony Quinn-starrer "The Message" has been approved by Middle East censors.

Mom wanted me to do a film like 'Sairat': Janhvi

It was an emotional moment for Janhvi Kapoor to begin the promotions of her debut "Dhadak", the Hindi adaptation of the Marathi hit "Sairat", a film, she says her mother, veteran star Sridevi, wanted she should be a part of. Directed by Shashank Khaitan, "Dhadak" is the official adaptation of Nagraj Manjule's critically-acclaimed film and is produced by Karan Johar. Janhvi's debut comes a few months after her Sridevi's sudden death at the age of 54 in February. "I saw 'Sairat' with mom at home and I remember telling her 'I wish that this was my first film and I could do something like it'. Me and mom had this big discussion on how she wanted a role like this for me and then you (Karan) called and it happened," Janhvi told reporters here. When asked if she had received any tips from her, Janhvi, with a lump in her throat, said, "I definitely miss her today... The biggest and the most helpful tip is to work hard and feel every emotion." On whether her father, producer Boney Kapoor, gave

'House of Card' first looks shows Claire Underwood in Oval Office

In behind-the-scene photos of "House of Cards", released by Netflix, Robin Wright's character Claire Underwood is shown to have taken over as the president. Wright is the sole lead after Kevin Spacey, who played her husband Frank Underwood, was removed from the show amid allegations of sexual harassment by actor Anthony Rapp and others. Spacey, who played a scheming politician in the drama, had denied the allegations by Rapp. In the photos, Wright's character is seen occupying the Oval Office after her husband has resigned as the US president. "House of Cards season 6', which began production earlier this year, will run for an abbreviated eight episodes later this year for its final season.

Dhadak Trailer: Ishaan-Jahnvi fight fate with their 'fierce love'

The trailer of the much-anticipated film 'Dhadak' shows the fearless love story of the lead stars Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter.The three-minute clip introduces the characters Madhukar (Ishaan) and Parthavi (Jahnvi), who can go to any extent to be with each other.However, problems arise when their families reject their love.Ace filmmaker Karan Johar, producer of the film, took to Twitter to share the trailer."Here it is, with love and a thumping heartbeat. The trailer of #Dhadak #Janhvi #Ishaan @apoorvamehta18 @ShashankKhaitan @DharmaMovies @ZeeStudios_ @kuttysujay," he tweeted.Directed by Shashank Khaitan, 'Dhadak' is a remake of Marathi hit 'Sairat'.The film will hit the big screens on July 20.

I'm not holding my breath for love any more: Manisha Koirala

Actress Manisha Koirala, who will soon be seen playing Nargis in the late legendary actressson Sanjay Dutts biopic "Sanju", says she is no longer looking for romantic love.

Anupam Kher like father figure: 'Naagin 3' actor

"Naagin 3" actor Pearl V Puri, an alumnus of Anupam Kher's acting school, says the veteran actor is like a father figure to him.

Govinda is Anupam Kher's 'favourite actor'

Veteran actor Anupam Kher says Govinda is his favourite.

Assistant dancer to lead actor: Daisy Shah overwhelmed by Bollywood

Actress Daisy Shah says that having started as a humble assistant dancer, she feels overwhelmed to be one of the leading ladies of a commercially successful franchise like "Race 3".

Kendall mocks Trump during family feud with Kanye West

The "Keeping up With Kardashian" edition of celebrity family feud got political when reality TV star Kendall Jenner cracked a joke about President Donald Trump, whom her brother-in-law Kanye West ardently supports.

I missed out on transition in film industry: Bobby Deol

Bobby Deol made his presence felt in Bollywood with films like "Barsaat", "Soldier", "Ajnabee" and "Humraaz", but he has been through a tough time in his career. The actor says corporatisation led to a transition, which he missed out on in the industry.

'The Goldbergs' actor Jackson Odell dead at 20

Jackson Odell, best known for shows such as "The Goldbergs" and "Modern Family", passed away. He was 20. The actor was found unresponsive at his Tarzana, California, home on June 8, the Los Angeles County Coroner's Office confirmed to People magazine. The cause of death will be revealed after the autopsy. Odell's family shared a statement on his Twitter page. "The Odell family has lost our beloved son and brother, Jackson Odell, on Friday. He will always be a shining light and a brilliant, loving and talented soul. He had so much more to share. Our family will always carry that truth forward. Our wish is that the rest of the world who knew and loved him does as well. "We are now going to try to make sense of our immeasurable loss privately. We will not be making anymore statements," the statement read. The musician-actor was best known for his role as Ari Caldwell on ABC's "The Goldbergs" from 2013 to 2015. "Modern Family" star Ariel Winter mourned her co-actor's death on social media

'Vishwaroop 2' to release on August 10

Veteran actor Kamal Haasan's "Vishwaroop 2", a sequel to his 2013 movie "Vishwaroopam", will hit the screens on August 10.

Rajkumar Hirani was on my bucket list: Karishma Tanna

TV actress Karishma Tanna, who is all set to make her debut on the big screen with "Sanju", says working with the film's director Rajkumar Hirani was on her bucket list.