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Ben Foster, Laura Prepon now husband and wife!

'X-Men' star Ben Foster and American actress Laura Prepon have tied the knot, as per the latter's Instagram post.Prepon, 38, announced the exciting news by posting a wedding photo of her and her new husband smiling and embracing."Just Married! Thank you for all the love and support," the actress wrote in the caption. "Wishing all of us the good stuff!"Prepon and Foster are parents to a daughter, Ella, who was born in August last year.

William Phipps, the voice of Prince Charming in 'Cindrella', dies

William Phipps, an actor best known for lending his voice to the role of Prince Charming in the Disney classic 'Cinderella', died at the age of 96.Phipps died on Friday night at UCLA Medical Center in Santa Monica after a prolonged battle with lung cancer, confirmed The Hollywood Reporter.In 1951, Phipps essayed the role of a young poet who survived a nuclear explosion, in 'Five', and then fought Martians in 'The War of the Worlds' (1953) and 'Invaders From Mars' (1953).After his brother was killed in an attack on a plane during World War II, Phipps served as a radioman in the U.S. Navy.Phipps' first wife died in an automobile accident, while his second marriage ended in divorce..

'Veere di Wedding' mints Rs. 36.52 cr. in opening weekend

Ekta Kapoor's highly-anticipated film, 'Veere di Wedding' recorded an incredible first-weekend collection of Rs. 36.52 cr.The film, based on the lives of four friends, stars Kareena Kapoor Khan, Sonam Kapoor Ahuja, Swara Bhaskar and Shikha Talsania.Film critic and trade analyst, Taran Adarsh, took to Twitter to share the earnings, writing, "#VeereDiWedding pulls a BIG SURPRISE... Packs a FANTASTIC TOTAL in its opening weekend... North circuits in particular are ROCKING... Storms into Top 5 opening weekends of 2018... Fri 10.70 cr, Sat 12.25 cr, Sun 13.57 cr. Total: ? 36.52 cr. India biz."Directed by Shashanka Ghosh , the film released on June 1.

Kanye West reveals being diagnosed with 'mental condition' at age 39

Kanye West has revealed he was diagnosed with a "mental condition" when he was 39. The 40-year-old rapper said he did not consider his condition as a "disability", but a "superpower", People magazine reported. "I had never been diagnosed until I was 39," West said during an interview recorded with radio host Big Boy after his Wyoming listening party for his new album 'YE'. When he clarified that he was diagnosed with a "mental condition", the rapper added, "But like I said on the album, it's not a disability, it's a superpower." The recording artiste, however, declined to specify what he had been diagnosed with during the interview. West had already confirmed on his new LP that he is bipolar, calling the condition his "superpower".

Janet Jackson calls police to check on son's well-being while he was with his father

Singer Janet Jackson called the police to check on the welfare of her one-year-old son Eissa Al Mana while the child was with his father, Wissam Al Mana. Spokesperson for the Malibu Lost Hill's Sheriff's station told People magazine that the baby was with Jackson' estranged husband at the Nobu hotel in Malibu, California, when she called the authorities round 10 pm on Saturday. "Deputies were there (and) called to the scene. They decided the child was okay and they left," the spokesperson said. The 52-year-old singer was not at the hotel at the time. The pop star's brother Randy Jackson told Entertainment Tonight that she was concerned after their nanny grew "terrified" by Al Mana's behaviour and "locked herself in a bathroom, so she could contact Janet." Jackson and Al Mana split in April 2017, about three months after the birth of their son. The duo tied the knot in 2012 and largely kept out of the spotlight during their time together.

'Naagin 3' actor enjoys playing negative role (TV Snippets)

Actor Aman Gandhi says he is enjoying essaying the role of Daksh, an antagonist, in the show "Naagin 3".

Jodie Foster's 'Hotel Artemis' to open in India in June

Jodie Foster and Sterling K. Brown's "Hotel Artemis" will release in India on June 15.

'Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2' actress to star in 'Safarnama'

Actress Rumana Molla, who featured in "Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2" and National Award-winning "Irada", will play a character who is caring, sensible and is "the voice of reason" in the upcoming film "Safarnama".

Morgan Freeman back at work

Actor Morgan Freeman was spotted back at work in Savannah, Georgia, on Friday. The outing comes amid his ongoing legal battle with CNN over its report that he sexually harassed or was inappropriate towards women.

Sumeet Vyas roped in for season 2 of 'It's Not That Simple'

Actor Sumeet Vyas is on board for the second season of the web series titled "It's Not That Simple" with actress Swara Bhasker reprising her role as well.

Man apprehended for damaging idol at UP temple

A 22-year-old man was apprehended for allegedly damaging an idol at an under-construction temple here, police said today. The incident took place last evening and following demands by villagers, Sonu was apprehended, Station House Officer (SHO), Mansurpur, K P S Chahal said. The youth entered the under-construction temple and damaged the idol, according to the FIR. The matter is being probed, the officer said.

William Phipps, original voice of Prince Charming, dies at 96

Actor William Phipps, who starred in sci-fi films of the 1950s and voiced Prince Charming in 1950s "Cinderella", has passed away. He was 96.

Kanye West was diagnosed with 'mental condition' at 39

Rapper Kanye West has revealed that he was diagnosed with a "mental condition" when he was 39. He called it a "superpower".

'K'taka distributors voluntarily decided to not release Kaala'

In the backdrop of a ban imposed on Rajinikanth's 'Kaala' in Karnataka, actor Prakash Raj on Monday claimed that the decision to not release the film was taken by distributors and exhibitors here, and not the Karnataka Film Chamber."The Karnataka Film Chamber has given a statement that they have not asked for a ban. The distributors and exhibitors, seeing the pressure, have voluntarily decided to not create tension by releasing 'Kaala'. The onus is now on the state and central government," the 53-year-old told ANI.Furthermore, Raj noted that although protests can be staged against the film, it's release cannot be stalled by anyone."When you keep a problem alive, naturally fringe elements will try to take the law into their hands. The government needs to tell them that law and order is our responsibility; you can protest but can't stop a film from releasing," he said.Raj also noted that anyone who is against the actor should simply not watch the film."Everybody has a right to protest ..

Film Federation seeks steps to release 'Kaala' in Karnataka -(A)

A national film body has urged the South Indian Film Chamber of Commerce (SIFCC) to expedite the release of superstar Rajinikanth's upcoming movie 'Kaala' in Karnataka, following a ban imposed on its screening in the state, over the actor's alleged comments on the Cauvery row. The Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) is upset with Rajinikanth's reported statement that whichever government comes to power in Karnataka should implement the Supreme Court order on Cauvery water sharing in toto. The chamber recently decided not to allow screening of his movie Kaala, slated for release on June 7, in the state. The 67-year-old actor has often faced the wrath of pro-Kannada organisations for his comments on the Cauvery issue. Film Federation of India president Sakshi Mehra told PTI that it has requested SIFCC to hold talks with KFCC to get the movie released, in the interest of the film industry. SIFCC secretary L Suresh said they had sent a letter to KFCC to solve the problem by ...

Here's how Aishwarya wished Jaya Bachchan, Big B on anniversary

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has posted a heartwarming wish on the occasion of Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan's wedding anniversary.The 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil' star took to Instagram to wish one of Bollywood's most loved couples 'love, health and happiness' on their 45th anniversary."Happyyy Anniversary Pa n Ma. Love, Health and Happiness always God Bless," wrote the 44-year-old along with an adorable family picture.Meanwhile, the 'PINK' star took to his blog to thank his fans and followers who wished the couple on their special day."Thank you all that came to the gates and showered me with the love of the Anniversary .. I am humbled and filled with gratitude," wrote the 75-year-old.

James Bond makers want Helena Bonham Carter to play villain

James Bond producers are keen to cast actor Helena Bonham Carter in the role of an antagonist in the upcoming film. If things work out, the actor, who has played villain in the "Harry Potter" movies and "Alice and Wonderland", would join Daniel Craig as 007 and Ben Wishaw as Q. Danny Boyle is directing the film. Everyone thinks Angelina Jolie is going to get the part but bosses want Helena more. At the moment they are just finalising the cast," a source told The Mirror. If Jolie gets the role, it would mark her second time acting alongside Craig after 2001's "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider". The new Bond movie, the 25th in the series, is scheduled to release in 2019.

I'd love to play a woman: Jason Bateman

"Ozark" star Jason Bateman has revealed he wants to play a woman, but "in a very real way". In a Hollywood Reporter round table with Darren Criss, Jeff Daniels, Michael B Jordan, Matthew Rhys and J K Simmons, the actor said he likes playing the "normal guy," but would be up for performing as a female character. "I'm really enjoying that as opposed to playing a bunch of different characters. Having said that, I'd love to play a woman. "But in a very real way. Like a 'Tootsie' version of it would be pretty cool where there's a wink to it but then also the plane lands every once in a while and there's some real introspection there," Bateman said. The actor, however, does not want to remake the 1982 Dustin Hoffman movie. "Not to suggest that film needs to get redone," he said, "which it should never.

'Officer' better than RGV's recent films (IANS Review, Rating: **1/2)

Film:"Officer"; Director: Ram Gopal Varma; Cast: Nagarjuna, Anwar Khan; Rating: **1/2 stars.

I never pushed for acting: Anusha Dandekar

Popular VJ Anusha Dandekar says she loves to act but never pushed for it.