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A Harvey Weinstein horror film in the works
Filmmaker Brian De Palma became a horror movie icon when he helmed the 1976 film 'Carrie', and now more than 40 years later, he is returning to the genre to create a Harvey Weinstein horror film.De Palma, 77, said the sexual abuse and harassment allegations against Weinstein will be the premise of his latest work, reported Variety."I'm writing a film about this scandal, a project I'm talking about with a French producer. My character won't be named Harvey Weinstein, but it will be a horror film, with a sexual aggressor, and it will take place in the film industry," De Palma told French publication Le Parisien.De Palma, also known for directing 'Scarface', 'Dressed to Kill', 'The Untouchables' and 'Blow Out', did not elaborate on how soon the script would be completed.His next release will be the crime thriller 'Domino', starring Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Carice van Houten, and Guy Pearce.The director is not the only one in Hollywood working on an adaptation of the Weinstein story, as ...
Willem Dafoe to play Anne Hathaway's father in a Netflix flick
Actor Willem Dafoe has signed on to share screen space with actress Anne Hathaway in Netflix's upcoming film 'The Last Thing He Wanted'.Dafoe will play Hathaway's father in the film, which will be written and directed by Dee Rees, reported Variety.'The Last Thing He Wanted' is based on the 1996 novel of the same name by Joan Didion.It centers on hardscrabble journalist Elena McMahon, who finds herself on dangerous ground as the Iran Contra Affair's arms for drugs plot reaches its tipping point.Dafoe will play Hathaway's father in the film.Last month, Dafoe along with actress Kate Winslet was roped in as the lead voice cast of upcoming animated movie 'Manou the Swift'.
Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas get cosy on dinner date
Priyanka Chopra, who is rumoured to be dating American singer Nick Jonas, was spotted on a dinner date with him here.The duo dined at the Toca Madera in West Hollywood on Thursday, an onlooker told People magazine."They were very affectionate with each other and seemed to not care who saw. Priyanka ran her hands through his hair at one point and they were laughing and even dancing to the music," the source said.The stars shared guacamole, ceviche, and tacos at the restaurant and "seemed really into each other," added the source.The 'Quantico' star became friends with Jonas last year.However, the rumours of them being a couple started floating after they were spotted enjoying 'Beauty and the Beast Live in Concert' at the Hollywood Bowl last week before spending the rest of Memorial Day Weekend together.Last year, the two of them posed together at the Met Gala.
'Race 3' cast grooves at 'Allah Duhai' song launch
The makers of Salman Khan-starrer movie "Race 3" launched the patent "Race" franchise song "Allah Duhai" here with the entire cast of the film. The two songs of this movie, "Heeriye" and "Selfish", are already ruling the charts.
I'm happy with my body: Anne Hathaway
Actress Anne Hathaway says she is happy with her body and wants it to be her experience - and no one elses.
Actor Raja Choudhary booked for drunken brawl
Actor Raja Chowdhary yet again courted controversy on Friday after he allegedly got into a brawl with a group of people under the influence of alcohol in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur city.The police has registered a case against Choudhary, who became a familiar name after his appearance in the popular reality show 'Big Boss 2'."We have registered a case against him and have sent him for the medical tests. Further investigation underway," said SP Kanpur West, Sanjeev Suman.Investigation in this regard in underway.
Hart recalls helping Haddish when she was homeless
Actor-comedian Kevin Hart says he has always had comedian Tiffany Haddish's back, since the time of her being homeless.
Jennifer Lopez runs like she's 25
Singer-actress Jennifer Lopez says her boyfriend Alex Rodriguez is shocked by how fast she can run.
'Abhimanyudu': A terse war over private information (Film Review)
Film: "Abhimanyudu" (Telugu); Director: P.S Mithran; Starring: Vishal Krishna, Arjun, Samantha Ruth Prabhu; Rating: *** 1/2 (3 and a half stars)
Following are highlights from the
Following are highlights from the western region at 2100 hrs. BOM12 MH-LD ARBAAZ-IPL BETTING Thane (Maha): Police issue summons to Bollywood actor and film-maker Arbaaz Khan for recording his statement in connection with an alleged IPL betting case. BOM20 POL-GADKARI-PAWAR Pune: Union minister Nitin Gadkari meets NCP chief Sharad Pawar in Pune, says a source, a day after BJP suffered setbacks in Lok Sabha and Assembly bypolls across 11 states. BOM2 MH-ACCIDENT Mumbai: Eleven persons, including six women, killed as their car collides with a truck in Maharashtra's Yavatmal district. BOM12 GJ-MUMBAI BLAST-ARREST Ahmedabad: An alleged key conspirator of 1993 Mumbai serial blasts arrested by Gujarat Anti Terrorist Squad.
I've been fan of 'Race' franchise: Raja Kumari
Grammy nominated Indian-American songwriter Raja Kumari, also a rapper, has lent her voice to "Allah duhai hai", the title track of Salman Khan-starrer "Race 3". She says she has been a fan of the franchise.
Kareena shoots 'fun sequence' for 'Naagin 3' (TV Snippets)
Actress Kareena Kapoor Khan and her "Veere Di Wedding" co-stars Sonam Kapoor Ahuja, Swara Bhasker and Shikha Talsania shot a special integration with the cast of "Naagin 3". Actor Ankit Mohan says it's going to be a fun sequence.
Cause of DuShon Monique Brown's death revealed
The reason of the death of veteran Hollywood actress DuShon Monique Brown has been disclosed.The star died from sepsis of an unknown etiology, which is an infection of the blood of unknown origin, confirmed E!Online. Other contributing factors included obesity and high blood pressure.Brown passed away on March 23 at St. James Olympia Field Hospital outside Chicago.DuShon was a film, television, commercial and voice-over actress who also graced the stages of many Chicago theatres.
Zayn Malik to entertain Indian fans in August
British-Pakistani singer Zayn Malik will arrive in India for a multi-city tour in August.
It's prep time for 'Brahmastra' team
Film stars Amitabh Bachchan, Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor have started preparing for the next schedule of their much-anticipated film 'Brahmastra'.The 'Raazi' star on Friday treated her fans and followers with a sneak peak.In the picture, Big B, Alia and Ranbir are seen involved in a script reading session of the sci-fi drama with director Ayan Mukerji."Oh captain my captain! Prep with the legend @amitabhbachchan #brahmastra #ranbirkapoor," she captioned the picture.'Brahmastra' will hit screens on August 15, 2019.
'Laila Majnu' trailer celebrates madness of love
The first trailer of 'Laila Majnu', a joint venture between Imtiaz Ali and Ektha Kapoor, is out, and it is simply an astounding mix of emotions.Shared by Imtiaz himself, the trailer takes you on a journey with a couple madly in love.The film is a modern take on the legendary love story. A classic folklore, the story is based on two lovers facing the challenges of the society of their times.Written and directed by Sajid Ali, the film will hit screens on August 24.
'Dream Girl' Hema Malini shares first poster of 'Cakewalk'
Bollywood's 'Dream Girl' Hema Malini shared the first poster of short film,'Cakewalk', starring her elder daughter Esha Deol Takhtani.In a tweet, the 69-year old actress-filmmaker-turned politician wrote, "Hema Malini unveils the first look poster of her daughter Esha Deol Takhtani's short film #Cakewalk in London... Co-stars Tarun Malhotra, Anindita Bose and Siddhartha Chatterjee... Directed by Ram Kamal Mukherjee and Abhra Chakraborty... Aug 2018 release".The short film marks Esha's return to films after giving birth to her first child Radhya.Helmed by Ram Kamal Mukherjee and Abhra Chakraborty, the film will release in August this year.
Arbaaz Khan summoned by police in IPL betting scam
Bollywood actor-producer Arbaaz Khan was summoned for investigations into the ongoing probe in the IPL betting case, a police official said here on Friday.
Apara Mehta excited about 'Qayamat Ki Raat'
Actress Apara Mehta has been roped in for upcoming fantasy TV show "Qayamat Ki Raat".
'Jurassic World...' actress feels like kid on its set
Actress Bryce Dallas Howard, who will soon be seen in "Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom" opposite actor Chris Pratt, says she feels like a kid when she is on the movie's set.