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Charlize Theron to play Megyn Kelly in Fox News film

Hollywood star Charlize Theron is in talks to play Megyn Kelly in a new Fox News movie. The presently untitled project was written by "The Big Short" screenwriter Charles Rudolph and is being produced by Annapurna, the same production company currently filming a Dick Cheney biopic starring Christian Bale, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The film focuses on women who worked at Fox News under its disgraced former chairman Roger Ailes, according to multiple reports. Kelly, a former lawyer worked at Fox News for 10 years and became a superstar at the network hosting the hit series "The Kelly Files". In her memoir "Settle for More", Kelly detailed the sexual harassment she said she endured while working for Ailes. Ailes was accused of similar behaviour by numerous women at Fox News, which he flatly denied until his death in May 2017. Ailes resigned from Fox News in July 2016 and received USD 40 million in an exit agreement.

Sanjay Dutt to star in 'Prasthanam' remake

Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt has been roped in to star in Deva Katta's cult classic 'Prasthanam' for Hindi audiences.The movie will also star Ali Fazal and Amyra Dastur.Film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh confirmed the news as he tweeted, "IT'S OFFICIAL... Sanjay Dutt, Ali Fazal and Amyra Dastur... Sanjay Dutt Productions' new movie #Prasthaanam to start shoot on Nargis ji's birth anniversary... Remake of Telugu film #Prasthanam... Deva Katta, who directed the original movie, will also direct the Hindi film."'Prasthanam' will also mark the return of the Khalnayak actor to Bollywood in the capacity of a producer. His last production venture was 2011 film 'Rascals'.The movie will go on the floors on Dutt's mother, Nargis' birth anniversary, which is on June 1.' Prasthanam' was a 2010 Telugu political thriller, which starred Sharwanand, Saikumar, Sundeep Kishan and Ruby Parihar..

'Nakkash' is an essential film for today's time: Inaamulhaq

Actor Inaamulhaq says "Nakkash", which is based on the story of a Muslim craftsman who uses his skill to engrave Hindu Temples in Varanasi, says the film is quite relevant in the present times.

Hrithik Roshan is a fan of Vidya Vox

Actor Hrithik Roshan says he is a fan of Indo-American singer and YouTube sensation Vidya Iyer, famously known as Vidya Vox.

Barack, Michelle Obama to make TV, films for Netflix

Former US President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle have officially sealed a deal with Netflix to produce television shows and films for the streaming service.

I value every relationship in my life: Kareena Kapoor (Movie Snippets)

Actress Kareena Kapoor Khan says friends play an integral part in her life.

Vir Das to do two more live stand-up comedy shows for Netflix

After 'Abroad Understanding', Netflix has ordered two additinal live stand-up comedy specials from actor-comedian Vir Das. 'Abroad Understanding' debuted on Netflix in April last year and tackled nationalism, globalism, good food and bad politics in two crosscut performances in New York and New Delhi. The first of the two newly ordered specials will be shot in San Francisco at the Regency Ballroom on July 14. "I love working with Netflix. They are spearheading comedy across the world right now. Every major comic I love watching is innovating on their platform. I couldn't be more excited to have a two special deal and I'm working hard on getting the show ready. "Looking forward to shooting it in a mainstream room with comedy history to it. Abroad Understanding took me to an audience across the world, I can't wait to see where this one takes me," the actor said in a statement.

Veteran actor Hemu Adhikari dies

Veteran film and theatre actor DrHemu Adhikaridied due to a lung ailment at his residence in Dadar here yesterday, family sources said. He was 81. Adhikari,known for his cameo in Rajkumar Hirani's "Lage Raho Munna Bhai" (2006),was suffering from a lung infection for the last one-and-a-half years. He acted in Sai Paranjpe's "Katha" and Marathi films like "Dhyaas Parya" and "Harishchandrachi Factory". His last rites were performed last night, the sources said. The actor is survived by wife, two daughters and a son. Noted Bollywood and Marathi film actor Sonali Kulkarni expressed her condolences on Adhikari's death. "Sad to know the demise of our dear friend, wonderful actor, sharp audience, deep thinker, passionate reader and a fearless, concerned citizen..RIP Hemukaka you'll be missed #RIP," Kulkarni tweeted.

After Disha, Tabu joins Salman's 'Bharat'

After announcing the addition of Disha Patani to the ensemble cast of Salman Khan starrer 'Bharat', the makers announced that Tabu will also be joining the cast.Director Ali Abbas Zafar took to social media to welcome Tabu, saying, "Finally it's happening , so excited to work with you :) lots of love @tublb :) @Bharat_TheFilm @BeingSalmanKhan @priyankachopra @DishPatani @WhoSunilGrover".Details of Tabu's character have been kept under the wraps.Delighted about welcoming Tabu to the cast, Zafar said, "I've been a huge fan of Tabu's work and always wished to work with her. After several meetings with her, I'm happy it is finally happening with Bharat and am looking forward to the shoot."The film will feature Salman Khan sporting five different looks. The star will also recreate his 'Maine Pyaar Kiya' look.The hit director-actor duo will be marking a hattrick with 'Bharat' after their last outing 'Tiger Zinda Hai'.Produced by Atul Agnihotri's Reel Life Production Pvt. Ltd and Bhushan ...

Tabu joins the 'Bharat'

Tabu is the latest star to join the growing cast of Salman Khan-led "Bharat". The character details are still under the wraps but director Ali Abbas Zafar has promised that Tabu will play an important role in the period drama, which also features Priyanka Chopra, Disha Patani and Sunil Grover. "I've been a huge fan of Tabu's work and always wished to work with her. After several meetings with her, I'm happy it is finally happening with Bharat and am looking forward to the shoot," the 'Sultan' director said. The film, Salman and Zafar's third together, is slated to release during Eid next year. 'Bharat', produced by Atul Agnihotri's Reel Life Production Pvt. Ltd and Bhushan Kumar's T-Series, will be shot across locations in Abu Dhabi and Spain, besides Punjab and Delhi in India.

Camila Cabello pulls out of Taylor Swift's tour

Camila Cabello has pulled out of Taylor Swift's Reputation Stadium Tour due to dehydration.The 'Havana' singer, on Tuesday, revealed she was hospitalised shortly after her performance at the 2018 Billboard Music Awards."So yesterday after my performance at the billboards, I was feeling really sick and ended up in the hospital to get checked out," the 21-year-old tweeted."They ran a lot of tests and everything is fine, but the diagnosis was basically dehydration and I also have a low grade fever - the doctors have told me I really have to get rest otherwise I won't get better - so unfortunately I won't be able to perform my set during the Reputation tour in Seattle tomorrow.""I'm so sorry to let you guys down and I promise I will make it up as soon as I can! I guess sometimes I just push myself too hard and I promise I'm gonna take better care of myself," Cabello continued.She added, "But anyways!!! Last night I realized I didn't have time to say thank you for my award, thank you for ..

Pretty Vile Girl': A tale from Bollywood and beyond

Everything she touched turned to gold, everything she said turned to scandal and everyone she wanted out of the way died: this is the story of Jazmeen, Bollywood's most in-demand starlet. Rickie Khosla's debut novel "Pretty Vile Girl" follows Jazmeen's journey from her loving family to an orphanage run by a sadistic matron, from the fringes of the Mumbai underworld to the casting couches of Bollywood and beyond. She in a relationship with one of the country's most powerful politicians and even though she's known for her outrageous candour in interviews, no one could guess at the dark secret she's carried for years. The book, published by Bloomsbury, tells about the grit and determination of Jazmeen who'll do anything to settle scores and get what she wants.

I work towards breaking patterns of my body: Sonakshi Sinha

Actress Sonakshi Sinha says her goal is to consistently push her limits to be the best version of herself.

Jake Gyllenhaal in talks for villain role in 'Spider-Man: Homecoming sequel

Actor Jake Gyllenhaal in negotiations to play villain Mysterio in Sony and Marvel's "Spider-Man: Homecoming" sequel. If things work out, Gyllenhaal will be joining Michael Keaton, who will return to reprise his role of Vulture, reported Variety. Tom Holland is returning to play Peter Parker, with Zendaya and Marisa Tomei also reprising their roles in sequel. Jon Watts is back as director and Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley are working on the script. Plot details are being kept under wraps, but according to sources Marvel and Sony, who will co-produce the film, were looking to cast a new male and female lead, with the desire for the male lead to be played by an A-list actor. Kevin Feige and Amy Pascal are producing the project.

Spin-off series of 'Leo da Vinci: Mission Mona Lisa' in the works

Indian animation firm Cosmos-Maya is working with Italy based Rai Ragazzi and Gruppo Alcuni to create a spin-off series of animated Italian movie "Leo da Vinci: Mission Mona Lisa".

I am not single: Katy Perry

Singer Katy Perry, who is reportedly dating Orlando Bloom again, admitted that she is not single during the finale of "American Idol".

Multiplex growth in metros slowing, rural areas will get boost: PVR

Superstar Salman Khan has been vocal about the need to open more multiplexes on the outskirts of cities. Ajay Devgn is revamping some theatres in Uttar Pradesh and plans to buy 200 more screens soon.

Charlize Theron to play Megyn Kelly in new movie

Actress Charlize Theron will reportedly star as Megyn Kelly in a new movie about the women who worked at Fox News under its former chairman Roger Ailes.

Halle Berry to star in 'John Wick: Chapter 3'

Hollywood star Halle Berry is set to star in "John Wick: Chapter 3", featuring Keanu Reeves in the lead role. Anjelica Huston, Asia Kate Dillon, Mark Dacascos, and Jason Mantzoukas have also joined the cast of the movie, reported Variety. Berry will play female lead of the movie, a character named Sofia. Huston will play a figure known as The Director, while Dillon is The Adjudicator of the High Table. Dacascos is an assassin named Zero, and Mantzoukas as the Tick Tock Man. The story picks up after the events of Chapter 2, which sees Wick, a former assassin who tried and failed to live the quiet life, with a USD 14 million price tag on his head and an army of bounty-hunting killers on his trail. After killing a member of the shadowy international assassin's guild, the High Table, Wick is excommunicaton, but the world's most ruthless hitmen and women await his every turn. The film will be released by Lionsgate's Summit Entertainment label on May 17, 2019.

Had no idea: Paris Jackson on skipping aunt's Icon honour at Billboard Awards

Paris Jackson was a no-show at the Billboard Music Awards, though her brother Prince, grandmother Katherine and aunt Rebbie supported six-time Grammy Award winner Janet Jackson receiving her prestigious Icon honour. The model-actress says she had no idea about it.