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Adil named ambassador of indie film digital platform
Critically acclaimed actor Adil Hussain was on Thursday announced as the mentor and brand ambassador of PickurFlick, a digital platform that supports independent cinema.
Beyonce, Drake's former producer accused of raping two women
Music producer Detail, who has worked with singer Beyonce Knowles and rapper Drake, has been accused of raping and abusing two budding artists.The two women claim Detail repeatedly raped them in front of other people and once assaulted them both for six hours straight, reports TMZ.Details about the incident came out after the women filed a restraining order against the producer, which was granted on Tuesday.One of the women is a singer named Kristina Buch. She claims Detail raped her back in February after a recording session in Miami.Kristina claims he got violent last week while they were at the Malibu Beach Inn. In the documents, she says he forcibly grabbed her by the hair, hit and choked her.The second artist, named Peyton Ackley, accuses Detail of essentially making her and Kristina his sex slaves.Both women requested restraining orders, which has now been granted to them. Detail must now stay 100 yards from both of them, as well as Kristina's sister.
'Love Sonia' to open Birmingham Indian Film Festival
"Love Sonia", a film starring Demi Moore, Freida Pinto, Rajkummar Rao and Richa Chadha among others, will open the Birmingham Indian Film Festival (BIFF), to be held in the British city in June.
100 more community radio stations soon, says Smriti Irani
The Central government on Thursday said it has planned to set up at least 100 more community radio stations across the country in 2018.
'Race 3' trailer to come out on May 15
Superstar Salman Khan on Thursday released a new poster of 'Race 3' and said that the trailer of the upcoming film will come out on May 15.In the new poster, actors Anil Kapoor, Saqib Saleem, Jacqueline Fernandez, Daisy Shah and Bobby Deol can be seen brandishing a gun, while Salman stands in between."Sach Batau . We were not ready with the #Race3Trailer . Isliye itne posters banaye . But Intezar ka fal meetha hota hai . The 'Race 3' trailer coming to you on May15. And I promise you the wait will be worth it ," Salman captioned the poster.Sach Batau . We were not ready with the #Race3Trailer . Is liye itne posters banaye . But Intezar ka fal meetha hota hai . The #Race3 trailer coming to u on May15 . And i promise u the wait will be worth it . @SkFilmsOfficial@tipsofficial@remodsouza@RameshTauranipic.twitter.com/HhwrfeKf6a— Salman Khan (@BeingSalmanKhan) May 10, 2018Actor Anil Kapoor also shared the poster and tweeted, "You have waited this long, what's a few more days? Trailer out on
Women empowerment will happen when men change mindset: Arjun Kapoor
Actor Arjun Kapoor says it's high time people stop using the term "women empowerment" for the sake of it, and he feels change will happen for the better when the mindset of the men changes in the country.
Kendall Jenner wears platinum jewellery at Tiffany Paper Flowers launch
Kendall Jenner and Elle Fanning selected Platinum jewelry from Tiffany & Co. for the debut of the brand's latest jewelry collection, Tiffany Paper Flowers in New York on May 3.Kendall JennerNecklace with diamonds set in platinum (price upon request)Open flower ring with diamonds, set in platinum (priced at USD 5,500)Firefly ring with a yellow diamond and white diamonds set in platinum (price upon request)Elle FanningCluster necklace with diamonds, set in platinum (priced at USD 75,000)Cluster earrings with diamonds, set in platinum (priced at USD 10,000)Flower ring with diamonds, set in platinum (USD 7,000)Statement necklaces set in platinum are popular with celebrities, as seen recently on Gal Gadot and Greta Gerwig at the Academy Awards.Rare and precious, platinum jewelry is truly a perennial red-carpet favorite. All over the world, designers prefer precious platinum to create master pieces because of its versatility, and for it is the most secure setting for any precious ...
Had to deal with sexual advances from people in and outside film world: Huma Qureshi at Cannes (Special to IANS)
Actress Huma Qureshi says she has had to deal with people making sexual advances at her, not only in the cinema industry but by people from different professions.
I find it rude to discuss what actors are paid: Arjun Kapoor
Actor Arjun Kapoor believe pay disparity in film industry is a sensitive issue but finds it "crass and rude" to talk about how much one gets paid. On the pay disparity in Bollywood, he says it is "not about actors topping actresses", but for several years it has been the heroes who have generated business at the ticket windows for a film. "We are not saying that if you give them (actress) more money, we will not work. I have never asked how much my co-star is paid," Arjun told reporters at 'Bend the Gender' event here last evening. "For many years, there has been a certain growth of business because the main lead is a hero, an actor is the protagonist. The audience is used to seeing certain kind of films," he said. He, however, believes that in the last few years things have changed for women in the industry as the commercial success of a film has led to female actors getting more remuneration. "I hate calling it a woman-centric film, but, for example, if 'Raazi' does well, Alia ...
Ariana Grande splits from beau Mac Miller
Singer Ariana Grande has split from her boyfriend Mac Miller after dating him for 21 months.This comes just few days before the first anniversary of the Manchester bombing, which killed 22 of Grande's young fans at her concert on May 22.The pair, who first started dating in September 2016, have ended their relationship due to conflicting work commitments, but they remain close friend, reports E! Online.Less than a month ago, Miller expressed his admiration for Grande on Twitter when she released her first new track since the bombing, "No Tears Left to Cry".The song is from her upcoming album, "Sweetener" set for release in July.
HC stays publication and sale of book on Ramdev's life
In a relief to yoga guru Ramdev, the Delhi High Court today issued an interim order restoring the ban on publication and sale of a book purportedly on his life, which he claimed contained defamatory content. The court stayed an order of the additional senior civil judge (ASCJ) which had removed the ban on the publication and sale of the book. "I am going to restore the order of the trial judge. You (author and publisher of book) file your reply," Justice R K Gauba orally said referring to the initial order passed by additional civil judge (ACJ) banning the book. The high court made it clear that it would pass a detailed order in the matter later. The court granted the interim relief to Ramdev while hearing his plea challenging the order of the ASCJ which had lifted the ban on publication and selling of book titled 'Godman To Tycoon', allegedly based on the life of the yoga guru. During the hearing today, the counsel appearing for Ramdev said that the appellate decided to look at the ..
Ariana Grande, Mac Miller have split but remain friends
Singer Ariana Grande and boyfriend Mac Miller have split but will remain friends.
'Bioscopewala' director wanted Meena Kumari look-alike for film
"Bioscopewala" director Deb Medhekar is a huge Meena Kumari fan. For his forthcoming movie "Bioscopewala", he was on the lookout for an actress who would not just do justice to the character, but also exude an authentic Bengali look a la the late veteran actress.
Ryan Reynolds' quirky tweet to fans: Keep 'Deadpool 2' spoilers to yourselves
True to his wry sense of humour, Ryan Reynolds has requested the fans of "Deadpool 2" not to reveal the spoilers of the upcoming Marvel film once they watch it. Reynolds, 41, shared a letter by Wade Wilson/ Deadpool on Twitter saying the team has worked really hard to make a good film and he wants the surprises in the film to unfold eventually. "To the greatest fans in the whole universe, We have embarked on the 'Deadpool 2: This is Kind of Your Guys Fault' World Tour. Almost everyone involved in the film has given Maximum Effort the past two years, maintaining the highest level of super secrets, like how David Blaine catches bullets in his mouth. And the secret blend of 11 herbs and spices in Colonel Sanders' delicious mustache," the letter read. The note further said that only few people know the true plot of the film and "one of them is not Ryan Reynolds". "We're asking that when you see 'Deadpool 2', you don't say a f*cking word about the fun sh*t in the movie. Cause it'd be super
'Hope Aur Hum' makers recreate 100-year-old machine
Director Sudip Bandyopadhyay and art director Tapas Singha recreated a 100-year-old copy machine for actor Naseeruddin Shah's character Nagesh in "Hope Aur Hum".
Julianne Moore opens up about 'traumatic' events in H'wood at Cannes
Academy-award winning artist Julianne Moore called the events surrounding the Harvey Weinstein case and others in the film industry "traumatic", but also said that the results have been positive.Speaking at the Cannes Film Festival on Wednesday, the 'Still Alice' star said, "We were fortunate enough or unfortunate enough, depending on how you view it to have had several really traumatic events in our industry, events people were not disclosing and a lot of people were not aware of," reported The Hollywood Reporter."Because of our unity and solidarity, we feel the ability to manifest change. It's not just entertainment. It's really, really important to stress that it's about equity and safety all over the world," she added.Moore also spoke about the gender swap in her upcoming project 'After the Wedding' which is an adaptation of the Danish Oscar-nominated film being penned down by her husband Bart Freundlich.Moore was also joined on stage by festival director Thierry Fremaux, who ...
Never went to gym in younger days: Dharmendra (Movie Snippets)
Veteran actor Dharmendra, who is fondly called the "action king" and "He-Man" in Bollywood, says instead of working out in the gym, he used to go to the fields in his younger days.
Centre warns data commerce firms not to influence elections
The gfovernment on Thursday warned online companies involved in the business of data commerce not to use collusive methods to influence India's elections.
Bhuvan Bam joins Deadpool's army
Comedian Bhuvan Bam is lending his voice to the character of Indian cab driver Dopinder in the Hindi version of Ryan Reynold's "Deadpool 2".
Always wanted to direct a film: Harsh Chhaya
Actor Harsh Chhaya, who is making his debut as a film director with "Khajoor Pe Atke", says he always wanted to work behind the camera as a film director and writer.