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Feminism is about opportunities being evenly distributed: Actor Oliver Stark (IANS Interview)
Oliver Stark calls himself a "feminist" and stands firmly behind the Black Lives Matter movement in the US. The British actor says feminism is all about giving everyone a fair chance to grow and get ahead in life.
'Queer Eye' season two gets premiere date
"Queer Eye" season two will launch globally in June.
I can do that: Danny Dengzongpa on leading life sans acting
At 70, Danny Dengzongpa has featured in hundreds of films in a career spanning almost five decades. The Bollywood baddie has no immediate plans to retire from acting, but he says it's something that he can live without.
Morgan Freeman apologises after sexual misconduct claims
Hollywood star Morgan Freeman has issued an apology statement after finding himself amidst the sexual misconduct allegations made by as many as eight women.In the brief statement, the 80-year-old actor said, "Anyone who knows me or has worked with me knows I am not someone who would intentionally offend or knowingly make anyone feel uneasy. I apologize to anyone who felt uncomfortable or disrespected - that was never my intent", according to the Deadline.The God of 'Bruce Almighty' landed himself in the soup when CNN reported on his inappropriate behaviour towards the female members of his films' crew and backstage attendants for his film's promotional events.A female reporter from CNN also came forward to share her awkward experience during a press junket for 'Going in Style'. Parts of the whole ordeal were reportedly covered on the camera as well.Another female, a production assistant, alleged that Freeman harassed her for months during the filming of 'Going in Style' where he ...
YouTube extends messaging to web
YouTube's mobile-only messaging feature has now been extended to the web version as well.With the messaging feature, you will be able to chat with your friends' right on YouTube.com, The Verge reported.The conversations will be accessible from the chat bubble icon next to the notifications bell on the upper right corner while the chat history will pop up on the bottom left of the screen.You will be able to share content into private conversations using the share button under any YouTube video and select a contact. You can react with hearts to like a video or message in the chat.
Anne Hathaway, Dee Rees team up for Netflix's next
'Mudbound' director Dee Rees is returning to Netflix for Anne Hathaway-starrer 'The Last Thing He Wanted'.Rees will direct, produce, and co-write the film, which is an adaptation of the Joan Didion book of the same name, reports The Hollywood Reporter.Set in 1984, the novel was published in 1996.The 'Ocean's 8' star will play the role of a journalist named Elena McMahon, whose career takes an unexpected turn when she inherits her father's job title as an arms dealmaker.Netflix film group head Scott Stuber spoke highly of Rees, whose 2017 drama-film 'Mudbound' received four Oscar nominations."Dee Rees is an incredibly talented filmmaker who continues to make provocative and entertaining films. We are thrilled to continue our relationship with Dee and proud to have her part of the Netflix family," said Stuber.The shooting of the film is expected to begin this summer.
Telugu actor Ram Charan wants to work with Rajkumar Hirani
Telugu actor-producer Ram Charan says he is ready to explore Bollywood and wishes to work with Rajkumar Hirani.
'Star Wars' Boba Fett film in works
Disney is developing a "Star Wars" stand-alone movie centered on the bounty hunter Boba Fett. James Mangold is writing and will direct the movie, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The untitled movie will be a part of the studio's "Star Wars" anthology films, which are being spun-off as origin stories. The first anthology film was 2016's "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story," followed by "Solo: A Star Wars Story," starring Alden Ehrenreich as a young Han Solo. Boba Fett debuted in 1980's "Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back" and re-appeared in 1983's "Star Wars: Return of the Jedi" as a mercenary for the Galactic Empire. Jeremy Bulloch played the character in the two movies and Jason Wingreen provided Fett's voice.
Morgan Freeman accused of sexual harassment, SAG reviewing honour
Legendary actor Morgan Freeman, who has been accused of sexual harassment by eight women, has apologised by saying he never "intended to make anyone uncomfortable". Following the allegations, the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) is in the process of determining if any action will be necessary regarding its lifetime achievement award recipient.
'Solo: A Star Wars Story': Sluggish, unnecessary 'Star Wars' film
Film: "Solo: A Star Wars Story"; Director: Ron Howard; Cast: Alden Ehrenreich, Emilia Clarke, Woody Harrelson, Thandie Newton and Donald Grover; Rating: **
Sridevi's contribution to south cinema must not be underestimated: Nagarjuna
The death of the legendary Sridevi came as a blow to all her friends, fans and co-stars. Nagarjuna, who worked with her in Telugu and Hindi films, says Sridevis death served up a lesson to him and he feels her contribution to the southern film industry must not be underestimated.
Brad Pitt threatened to 'kill' Weinstein over alleged harassment, says Gwyneth Paltrow
Actor Gwyneth Paltrow has revealed that Brad Pitt had threatened to kill Harvey Weinstein after she told him of the alleged sexual harassment she experienced at the hands of the disgraced producer. The actor opened up about her experiences with Weinstein ahead of his surrender to the New York Police Department. During an interview on Howard Stern's Sirius XM radio show, Paltrow said she immediately told her then-boyfriend Pitt when Weinstein asked her for a massage while the two were alone in a hotel room. Pitt confronted the producer when the three attended the opening of "Hamlet on Broadway. "It was the equivalent of throwing him against the wall," she said. Pitt then allegedly told Weinstein: "If you ever make her feel uncomfortable again, I'll kill you." The 45-year-old actor said she approved of Pitt's actions: "He leveraged his fame and power to protect me at a time when I didn't have fame and power yet," she said. Weinstein's career saw a sudden downfall last October following .
Multiple women accuse Morgan Freeman of sexual harassment, actor apologise
Oscar-winning actor Morgan Freeman has been accused of sexual misconduct and inappropriate behaviour on movie sets by as many as eight women. According to the CNN, a total of 16 people spoke to the news outlet about the 80-year-old actor's alleged acts which range from sexually charged verbal harassment to touching. While eight said they had experienced harassment or inappropriate behaviour, another eight said they witnessed Freeman's alleged behaviour. "In all, 16 people spoke to CNN about Freeman as part of this investigation, eight of whom said they were victims of what some called harassment and others called inappropriate behaviour by Freeman. Eight said they witnessed Freeman's alleged conduct," the report said. "These 16 people together described a pattern of inappropriate behaviour by Freeman on set, while promoting his movies and at his production company Revelations Entertainment," it said. Freeman issued a brief statement of apology hours after the allegations of sexual ...
Fake baba, a mysterious murder, love and heartbreak (IANS Books This Weekend)
In the times of stories about fake ashrams, flick through an interesting book about a so-called guru and his blinded followers, among whom is one who eventually discovers the truth about criminal charges against him; read a mysterious tale that revolves around a woman who searches for evidence to know the truth about her sister's death; wade through a story of heartbreak and things left unsaid; and get an access to mouth-watering recipes of traditional dishes from the subcontinent that make for a delightful read.
Pakistan bans screenings of Indian films during Eid
The Pakistan government has imposed a ban on the screenings of Indian films in the country during the time of Eid.According to a May 24 notification issued by Pakistan's Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the exhibition and screening of Indian and foreign films will be banned for two days before the Eid to until two weeks after the holidays.The restrictions would be in place around the period of Eid ul-Fitr and Eid ul-Azha.The ministry, in its letter, said the move was taken in order to "revive and promote the local film industry in Pakistan.""All the importers/distributors of the foreign films have been directed to restrain from the screening of Indian films in cinema houses all over the country during the above mentioned time period," the letter stated.This move came after the film producers and artistes in Pakistan complained about facing stiff competition from the Indian and Hollywood movies due to which their films get restricted to a limited number of screens in the ...
'Solo: A Star Wars Story': Alden Ehrenreich holds his stead as Han Solo (IANS Review, Rating: ***)
Film: "Solo: A Star Wars Story"; Director: Ron Howard; Cast: Alden Ehrenreich, Joonas Suotamo, Woody Harrelson, Emilia Clarke, Donald Glover, Thandie Newton, Phoebe-Waller Bridge, Paul Bettany, Jon Favreau, Linda Hunt; Rating: ***
'Book Club': Light-hearted naughty entertainer (IANS Review, Rating: **1/2)
Film: "Book Club"; Director: Bill Holderman; Cast: Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen, Mary Steenburgen, Craig T. Nelson, Alicia Silverstone, Andy Garcia, Don Johnson, Ed Begley Jr., Richard Dreyfuss; Rating: **1/2
'Parmanu': Sincerely mounted patriotic tale (IANS Review, Rating: ***)
Film: "Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran"; Director: Abhishek Sharma; Cast: John Abraham, Diana Penty, Boman Irani, Anuja Sathe, Aditya Hitkari, Mark Bennington, Yogendra Tikku, Vikas Kumar, Ajay Shankar, Darshan Pandya; Rating: ***
I want to be SRK's heroine: Megha Chakraborty
Actress Megha Chakraborty looks upto Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, and hopes to work with him some day.
Jane Fonda in awe of Candice Bergen's beauty
Actress Jane Fonda says she "sort of passed out" when she met actress Candice Bergen because she was so beautiful, smart and funny.