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Sanjay Leela Bhansali gets 'emotional' as he launches niece Sharmin
Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, who is introducing his niece Sharmin Segal and Jaaved Jaaferi's son Meezaan with his home production "Malaal", on Saturday said it is an emotional moment for him to launch the two newcomers. In the past, Bhansali launched Ranbir Kapoor and Sonam Kapoor with his 2007 film "Sawaariya". "I am extremely emotional right now," Bhansali said at the film's trailer launch here. "Sharmin was 85-90 kg earlier but she always wanted to be an actor. She has worked hard for what she is today. I am introducing Sharmin and it is a big deal for us," he added. The filmmaker was also in awe of Meezaan, whom he called the star of the century. "Four years ago, Sharmin was assistant on 'Bajirao Mastani' and I said bring someone for costume trial and she got Meezaan. When he entered, I was like a star has arrived," Bhansali said. "It is two years of hardwork and tolerating me. They are very strong kids. We have laughed together and I have also fired at them," Bhansali ...
Alexandra Shipp, Cole Sprouse latest addition to 'Silk Road' cast
"X-Men" star Alexandra Shipp and "Riverdale" actor Cole Sprouse have come on-board true crime drama "Silk Road". Tiller Russell is directing the film which also features Jason Clarke and Nick Robinson, reported Deadline. The film, based on the Rolling Stone article 'Dead End On Silk Road' by David Kushner, focuses on criminal mastermind Ross Ulbricht (Robinson) who unleashed the Darknet and the 'Jurassic Narc' (Clarke) bent on bringing down the young kingpin's billion-dollar empire. Principal photography on the project is slated to begin next month. High Frequency Entertainment's Duncan Montgomery and Jack Selby are producing the film along with Alex Orlovsky and Elika Portnoy for Mutressa Movies and David Hyman and Stephen Gans of Perfect Season Productions.
Nicolas Winding Refn talks about working in streaming zone at Cannes
At the Cannes Film Festival, where streaming giant Netflix is no longer welcome, filmmaker Nicolas Winding Refn talked about the joys of working in the contentious digital medium and how its promotes creativity. The filmmaker is presenting his upcoming Amazon series "Too Old to Die Young" at the annual film extravaganza, which has banned Netflix from its competition line-up after an uproar over its presence in the 2017 edition. Refn, known for helming films such as "Drive" and "Only God Forgives", is presenting his Amazon series "Too Old to Die Young" at the festival. He screened two episodes of the show at a packed house in the Grand Lumiere Theatre. According to Deadline, after receiving a four-minute standing ovation for the series, Refn shared his views on the "beautiful domain called the internet". "Today is year zero. The idea that streaming is a new canvas around us, it's part of the digital revolution and it flows 24 hours a day, seven days a week, if we can just tap into it ..
Cole Sprouse, Alexandra Shipp join 'Silk Road' cast
"X-Men: Apocalypse" star Alexandra Shipp and "Riverdale" actor Cole Sprouse have joined the ensemble cast of crime feature film "Silk Road".
Actor Chris Rock set to reboot 'Saw' series
Comedian-actor Chris Rock and entertainment company Lionsgate are collaborating on a "Saw" spinoff.
Chitra cinema in Dadar shuts down its operations
Curtains came down at the iconic Chitra Cinema in Dadar on Thursday, seven decades after it was opened. The last show at the theatre was of Tiger Shroff-starrer "Student of the Year 2" at 9.30 pm on May 16. "We thought after hearing that the last show is on Thursday people might come but it did not turn out that way. The occupancy was very low. "It is the legacy of my grandfather that I have carried forward. It hurts to see it is closed," owner of the cinema hall, Dara Phiroz Mehta told PTI. The prime reason to shut down the single screen theatre was poor business. "We have shut down because it is not feasible to continue. Single screen theatres are closing down anyways across the country. Single screens are getting affected because there is competition from the multiplexes. "The number of people wanting to see a film in single screen is very less today. And we have been watching this trend since past few years," Mehta added. Recently, Chandan Cinema in Juhu was also shut down. "There
Bono's son Elijah to tour with Noel Gallagher
Singer Noel Gallagher is taking the son of his rocker friend Bono, Elijah Hewson on tour with him as a support act.
As writer, don't want to interfere in shoots: Zeishan
Screenplay writer Zeishan Quadri, who has penned the story of filmmaker Hansal Mehtas upcoming movie "Turram Khan", says once he submits the script to a director, he keeps himself away from the shooting because he doesn't want to interfere.
EC notice to Sunny Deol for poll code violation
The Election Commission on Saturday sent a notice to actor and BJP candidate from Punjab's Gurdaspur Sunny Deol for allegedly violating the model code of conduct.
Grateful for opportunity: Priya Bapat on starting out with 'Munna Bhai...' series
People might still remember Priya Bapat for her appearances in Sanjay Dutt's critically-acclaimed "Munna Bhai" series but the actor says she never thought that the films would go on to become cult classics. Priya is now a known figure in the Marathi cinema, but back in early 2000s, the actor starred in "Munna Bhai MBBS" and its sequel "Lage Raho Munna Bhai", where she played the role of a medical student and a coffee shop girl, respectively. Looking back at the films, Priya says her landing the gig in the 2003 film was a pure happenstance. "Nothing was planned in my career. When I did 'Munna Bhai...', I was in college. One of our school teachers told me to play the role of a college student. I had to audition for the role and then I got selected as they liked me. "And for the second part of the film the makers called me directly. I am grateful for the opportunity," Priya told PTI in an interview. The actor believes she was naive to not understand the scale of "Munna Bhai...". "I knew .
Keanu Reeves says he had crush on Sandra Bullock during 'Speed'
Last year Sandra Bullock had said that she had a crush on Keanu Reeves during the making of "Speed" and now the action star has revealed that the feelings were mutual. During an appearance on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show", the "John Wick" star was treated with a clip of Bullock's 2018 interview in which she had opened up about developing a liking for him. In his response to the video, Reeves said, "She obviously didn't know that I had a crush on her, either." The actor said he did not share his feelings with his co-star to maintain a professional environment on the sets. "We were working. It was nice to go to work. She's such a wonderful person." After his reply, DeGeneres shouted, "Sandy, come on out", making both the audience and the actor believe that Bullock was at the studio. Reeves said he was nervous to turn around, but DeGeneres informed him that she was just joking with him. "It would have been really nice," he said about the possibility of reuniting with Bullock on the show.
'Who Wants to Be A Millionaire' comes to a hault
The popular TV game show 'Who Wants to Be A Millionaire' has finally come to end after 20 years of successful running.The show which became one of America's prime show, was first aired on ABC network in August 1999 and left the fans iterating phrases like 'Is that your final answer?' or 'phone a friend', from the show."After a successful 17-year run, Who Wants To Be A Millionaire will not return in national syndication for the 2019-20 season," a spokesperson of the show told People.Based on a multiple choice question format, the host presented a set number of questions to the contestant with the difficulty increasing on every question.They were also given three lifelines like 'phone a friend', 'ask the audience' and 'ask an expert', which the contestants used whenever they got stuck at any question.Many famous celebrities have hosted the show including Regis Philbin as the first host in 1999, followed by Meredith Vieira who continued hosting until 2013. Cedric the Entertainer, Terry ..
'Back to the Future' musical to premiere in 2020
The much-awaited "Back to the Furture" musical is set to premiere in 2020. According to the Hollywood Reporter, the show will play at the Manchester Opera House in the UK from February 20, 2020 to May 17 followed by London's West End venue. Tony winner John Rando is directing the musical from a book by the film's co-writer Bob Gale. Glen Ballard and original "Back to the Future" composer Alan Silvestri are working on the score. Chris Bailey is the choreographer. Actor Olly Dobson will be essaying the role of Marty McFly, made famous by Michael J Fox. Casting for the part of Dr Emmett Brown is still underway. Christopher Lloyd played the goofy but brilliant scientist in all the three installments in the franchise. Robert Zemeckis, who directed "Back to the Future", is attached as a producer. "Bob Zemeckis and I have been trying to get this project off the ground for years, but good things take time and finally, the time is right. Our cast is outstanding, the songs are fantastic, and ...
Jamie Foxx, Peter Dinklage, Michael Fassbender to join 'Wild Bunch' remake
Actors Peter Dinklage, Jamie Foxx and Michael Fassbender are in negotiation to join the cast of Mel Gibson's upcoming "Wild Bunch" remake. According to the Hollywood Reporter, Bryan Bagby is co-writing the violent Western for Warner Bros along with Gibson, who is also serving as the executive producer . The 1969 original, directed by Sam Peckinpah, focused on aging outlaws trying to live out the final days of the Wild West as they struggle to stay relevant in the 20th century. Apart from "Wild Bunch" remake, Gibson is also directing World War II action drama "Destroyer". The film, featuring Mark Walhberg in the lead, is expected to start shooting next year.
Sumona slams people for putting down TV actors
Television actress Sumona Chakravarti has expressed her disappointment over people not taking small screen actors seriously and comparing them to film stars.
Jamie Foxx, Peter Dinklage and Michael Fassbender in talks for 'The Wild Bunch' remake
Jamie Foxx, Peter Dinklage, and Michael Fassbender are in talks to be a part of Mel Gibson's remake of 'The Wild Bunch'.The Hollywood Reporter confirmed the same. Bryan Bagby, who was earlier reported to co-write the script along with Mel is also executive producing the film.The original film directed by action and macho-fueled filmmaker Sam Peckinpah was released in 1969 and starred William Holden and Ernest Borgnine.'The Wild Bunch' managed to receive two nominations for the Oscars under the best original screenplay and best original score categories.Gibson will be next seen in the upcoming film 'Rothchild' alongside Shia LaBeouf, with Jon S. Baird directing the film.Apart from this, Gibson will be directing an upcoming World War II Navy film, 'Destroyer'.Gibson won an Oscar for best director for the 1995 epic, Braveheart, which was also notable for its violent scenes. His follow-ups, The Passion of the Christ, Apocalypto, and the Oscar-nominated Hacksaw Ridge have also been singled
Diana Penty glitters like gold at Cannes
Bollywood actress Diana Penty made a sparkling debut with a glittery gold ensemble at the 72nd Cannes Film Festival.
Elton John comes out in support of Taron
Legendary singer Elton John has slammed critics for objecting to the casting of a heterosexual actor Taron Egerton to play the role of a gay person in "Rocketman".
Directing is first job that isn't entirely dependent on my looks, says Olivia Wilde
Olivia Wilde is glad to have turned director as the actor believes that now her work will not be judged by her physical appearance. Wilde, who has films such as "Tron: Legacy", "Her" and "Rush" to her acting credits, is making her directorial debut with teen drama "Booksmart". During an interview with The New York Times, the 35-year-old actor admitted that she felt less pressured when she went behind the camera as earlier she always felt obligated to live up to "everyone's version of a perfect woman". "I don't have to carry that. It is remarkable that I am 35 years old and this is the first job I've ever had that wasn't entirely dependent on and connected to my looks. It grosses me out to acknowledge it, but I've been thinking a lot about it," Wilde said. The actor star said that although she finds it "exhausting" to be categorised by her looks, she has become "numb" to this type of objectification. "Have I ever felt exploited? Yeah. Do I realise that I'd become numb to that? Yes. I ..
Polarisation trivialises nuanced understanding of Kashmir issue: filmmaker Ashvin Kumar
The polarisation in the last five years has taken people further away from a nuanced understanding of the complex issue of Kashmir, which is one of the very few places in the world where beauty and dismay exist in the same moment, two-time National Award winning filmmaker Ashvin Kumar has said. The Oscar-nominated filmmaker's new, much-talked about movie "No Fathers in Kashmir" was screened here Friday night to inaugurate the 14th Habitat Film Festival, a ten-day cinematic carnival which will showcase 42 feature films in 19 Indian language and 45 critically acclaimed films under the documentaries, shorts and student film segments. Kumar's new movie is his first feature film on Kashmir, the previous two being documentaries "Inshallah Football" (2010) and "Inshallah Kashmir" (2012) both won National Film Awards. "The polarisation that we have seen in our society in the last five years has taken us further and further away from a nuanced understanding of complexity in general and in ...