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Jennifer Aniston to play POTUS in Netflix's 'First Ladies'
Netflix has announced a new political comedy film,"First Ladies", with Jennifer Aniston and Tig Notaro as stars. Aniston, 49, will play the first female President of the United States and Notaro, 47, will portray the First Lady. The film follows America's first female president, the fictional Beverly Nicholson, and her wife, Kasey. "When they move into the White House, they'll prove that behind every great woman... is another great woman", Netflix said in a statement. The film based on an original pitch by Notaro and her wife, Stephanie Allynne, who will write the script together. The two actors will also produce the project along with Allynne, Adam McKay, Will Ferrell, Jessica Elbaum and Betsy Koc.
Mark Tully underlines need to promote radio, check fake news
Radio is a medium of great impact, veteran journalist Sir Mark Tully said, and cautioned the media against the menace of fake news. At an awards ceremony held here last night, Tully spoke about his passion for radio and its importance, especially that of public service radio. "As a medium, radio is convenient, has greater impact and makes the journalist and the listener work harder," Tully said. Radio is also intimate as the listener believes that he is being addressed directly, the former BBC India correspondent said. On the menace of fake news, Tully said it must be rooted out by the news organisations. "In today's age, it is absolutely essential to root out and expose fake news," Tully said, after accepting the Lifetime Achievement Award at the event organised by the Mumbai Press Club here last night. Tully said he was a fourth generation Britisher in India, and added that his great grandfather was an opium trader in Uttar Pradesh. At a panel discussion on 'Is there a
Have no right to compete with Salman's magnitude: Karan Johar
Filmmaker and producer Karan Johar said the makers of "Lust Stories" have no right to compete with the magnitude of Salman Khan as his forthcoming movie "Race 3" which is also releasing on June 15.
'Deadpool 2' is the best super-hero film since 'Logan' (Review)
Film: "Deadpool 2"; Director: "David M. Leich"; Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Josh Brolin; Rating: **1/2
Deconstructed myself for my character in 'Parmanu': John Abraham
Actor and producer John Abraham has said he had to deconstruct himself to play the character of junior bureaucrat in his forthcoming film "Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran".
Bradley Cooper joins Clint Eastwood in 'The Mule'
Actor Bradley Cooper has been roped in to star in actor-filmmaker Clint Eastwood's next film 'The Mule'.As reported by Variety, 'The Mule' is Eastwood's next directing gig that he also plans to star in.The film is a co-production between Warner Bros and Imperative Entertainment, and will mark Eastwood's first acting job since the 2012 baseball drama 'Trouble With the Curve'.The film could also be one of his final on-screen appearances.The movie is based on a 2014 New York Times Magazine feature by Sam Dolnick and follows Earl Stone (Eastwood), a man in his 80s who is broke, alone, and facing foreclosure of his business when he is offered a job that simply requires him to drive - easy enough.But unbeknownst to Earl, he's signed on as a drug courier for a Mexican cartel, and also hit the radar of hard-charging DEA agent Colin Bates (Cooper).Cooper and Eastwood last worked together in 2014 film 'American Sniper'.
Jennifer Aniston to play lesbian President of US
Actress Jennifer Aniston has been tapped to star as a fictional lesbian President of the United States in upcoming new political comedy 'First Ladies'.As reported by Variety, 'One Mississippi' star Tig Notaro will be playing Aniston's wife in the Netflix series.The story of the show follows America's first female president (Aniston as Kasey Nicholson) and her wife, the first lady (Notaro as Beverly). moving into the White House, to prove that behind every great woman. is another great woman.On the silver screen, Aniston can be seen next in the Anne Fletcher movie 'Dumplin'.
Fans block streets in San Francisco to meet Kylie Jenner
More than 2000 fans of reality TV star Kylie Jenner brought San Francisco to a stop on Friday, as she opened her pop-up make-up store.The 20-year-old was on hand to greet her dedicated fans, who swarmed the streets outside the shop, reported the TMZ."I can't wait San Fran!" Kylie posted on her Instagram before the launch.The fans camped out and started lining up since Wednesday to meet their favourite star.Several streets had to be shut down in order to reign in the chaos.
Actor Rajeev Khandelwal's mother loses battle with cancer
Well-known television actor Rajeev Khandelwal's mother Vijay Laxmi Khandelwal, who was suffering from cancer, has died, said the actor on Friday.
Love is still taboo in our culture: Zoya Akhtar
Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar, who is awaiting the release of "Lust Stories", says lust has been depicted both poorly and beautifully in the films. After 2013 film "Bombay Talkies" on 100 years of Indian cinema, "Lust Stories" brings together four filmmakers -Karan Johar, Anurag Kashyap, Zoya Akhtar and Dibakar Banerjee who are making an anthology film for Netflix on themes of love and lust. "One of the main reasons why our audience goes to cinema houses is escapism, fantasy, aspiration and to hope for something they don't have. Love is still a taboo in our culture sadly. We don't have that many love marriages happening, your parents decide who you spend your life with. "We are not allowed to date. In terms of lust, some people have depicted beautifully and some people are just crass. It has been in our films. People are now being more open," Zoya told reporters at the trailer launch of "Lust Stories". Sharing similar views, Karan Johar believes that lust has been misused. "One has not shown .
'High Jack': Fails to give you a high (IANS Review, Rating: *)
Film: "High Jack"; Director: Akarsh Khurana; Cast: Sumeet Vyas, Sonnalli Seygall, Kumud Mishra, Mantra, Nipun Dharmadhikari, Sarthak Kakar, Adhaar Khurana; Rating: *
Jim Sarbh jokes about rape' at Cannes event, gets panned
Actor Jim Sarbh has landed in a controversy after a purported video emerged online where the "Padmaavat" star is seen cracking a rape joke and Kangana Ranaut laughing and clapping on it. The short clip was apparently shot during a party the two actors attended on the sidelines of the Cannes Film Festival. The 30-year-old actor's joke evoked laughter from other attendees, including Kangana who is seen clapping in response. The two actors were at Cannes as brand ambassadors of a liquor brand. Many users on Twitter shared the viral video and lashed out at the two actors for their "insensitivity towards sexual violence". People especially mentioned Kangana, who had condemned superstar Salman Khan for making a similar joke in 2016. "After Bashing #SalmanKhan #KanganaRanaut laughs on a rape joke by Jim Sarbh. These people...think it's okay to joke and laugh about rape. We live in a society that teaches women to defend themselves from rape, instead of teaching men not to rape women and they .
Netflix is an empowered platform: 'Lust Stories' makers
Four Indian filmmakers Karan Johar, Anurag Kashyap, Zoya Akhtar and Dibakar Banerjee -- each known for their unique style -- have come together for the anthology "Lust Stories", which will be out on Netflix next month. They are happy to associate with an "empowered platform", which allows their creativity to be showcased far and wide.
I don't mind kissing on-screen: Randeep Rai
"Yeh Un Dinon Ki Baat Hai" actor Randeep Rai has no qualms about kissing his co-stars for a project. He says he will do it only if there is a requirement.
Pizzi picks Spanish-trained trio in Saudi pre-World Cup squad
Saudi Arabia's Argentine coach Juan Antonio Pizzi has called up three players who trained at La Liga clubs to his expanded pre-World Cup squad ahead of a training camp in Switzerland. The 28-man squad, which will meet up on Sunday, includes players sent to Spain's La Liga in January to gain vital experience as part of an agreement between the kingdom's General Sports Authority and the Spanish league. Fahad al-Mawallad was loaned from Al-Ittihad to Levante, Salem al-Dawsari of Al-Hilal went to Villarreal and Yahya al-Shehri of Al-Nasr joined Liganes. Another six players also joined Spanish second division sides. The Saudis will train in Switzerland for two and a half weeks to prepare for the kingdom's first World Cup appearance since 2006, and the fifth in their history. The Greens will play their opening match against hosts Russia on June 14, followed by group stage clashes with Egypt and Uruguay. They will also play three friendlies in the run up to the World Cup, facing off with ...
I'm a Salman Khan fan: Upen Patel
Model-actor Upen Patel says he is a Salman Khan fan and loved the trailer of the superstar's upcoming film "Race 3".
Salman, Jacqueline groove to 'Hiriye'
Bollywood star Salman Khan unveiled the first song, 'Heeriye' of his upcoming thriller, 'Race 3'.It's a party number and an ode to the mythical love story of Heer and Raanjha. The song also uses Bhangra beats and EDM to jazz up the presentation.Salman tweeted," Posting #Heeriye song . pole lo . wat u think abt it ? #Race3 @SKFilmsOfficial @tipsofficial @meetbros @nehabhasin4u #DeepMoney @remodsouza @RameshTaurani."In the song, Jacqueline flaunts her pole-dancing skills as well as her romance with Salman in a white dress.The video is set in a discotheque and Salman is seen dancing to Punjabi beats.The makers made sure they encashed on the sizzling chemistry between Salman Khan and Jacqueline Fernandez.The song is composed by Meet Bros and is sung by Neha Bhasin and Punjabi singer Deep Money.'Race 3' also features Saqib Saleem, Daisy Shah, Anil Kapoor and Bobby Deol in lead roles.Directed by Remo Dsouza, the movie is slated to release this Eid on June 15.
Rajnikanth poses like a king in new 'Kaala' poster
Thalaiva Rajnikanth's upcoming gangster movie 'Kaala' is out with another poster.The poster features Rajnikanth in an amusing look, sitting on a car.Film critic and trade analyst, Taran Adarsh revealed the poster as he wrote, "Rajinikanth, Nana Patekar and Huma Qureshi... #Kaala #KingOfDharavi [Hindi] to release on 7 June 2018... Produced by Dhanush... Directed by Pa. Ranjith."The main plot of 'Kaala' revolves around the oppressed Tamils of Mumbai, and Rajinikanth will be reportedly playing the role of a don.'Kaala' also features Huma Qureshi, Nana Patekar and Anjali Patil in pivotal roles.Directed by Pa Ranjith and produced by Rajnikanth's son in law, Dhanush, the movie is slated to release on June 7.
'Noblemen' mirrors society's current authoritarian drift: Director
"Noblemen" director Vandana Kataria, who is happy that Ali Haji won the Best Child Actor Award at the New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF) for the film, says the project mirrors the society's reality about bullying.
Limited edition red carpet line to be unveiled at IIFA
Fashion e-tailer Myntra will be launching its limited edition red carpet line at the International Indian Film and Academy (IIFA) Weekend and Awards next month in Bangkok.