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Deepika Padukone slays in princess looks
Finally actor Deepika Padukone has revealed her look from her red carpet appearance in the ongoing Cannes International Film Festival 2019 in France.The 'Padmavat' star looks nothing less than a princess straight out of a classic tale. She has worn an off-white gown with a big brown bow. The long trail of the gown further adds the oomph to the outfit and the beautiful eye makeup adds to the overall look of the actor."Taaaaddaaaaa!!!#Cannes2019. lorealmakeup @lorealhair @lorealskin," she captioned the image.Earlier today, Deepika had shared pictures of her preparation for her red carpet appearance. Also, the diva was spotted rocking chic look at the airport in France.She wore a white button-down shirt, paired with a chambray shirt and loose denim pants. She accessorised her look with polarized black shades and red stiletto heel. Simple red lips and centre parted straight hair completed her look.Last year, Deepika wore an origami gown from Ashi Studio's Summer/Spring 2018 Collection.In .
Kangana Ranaut all set to put red carpet on fire at Cannes Film Festival 2019
Actor Kangana Ranaut on Thursday gave a sneak peek of her traditional fusion look she is set to flaunt at the Red Carpet at the Cannes Film Festival here.Just hours before her appearance at the 72 Cannes International Film Festival the 'Queen' actor took to Instagram to show off her Falguni and Shane Peacock designed golden saree, which she paired with a heavy golden corset.She captioned the picture as "THE QUEEN HAS ARRIVED!! #Kangana arrives at #Cannes2019 in a custom @falgunishanepeacockindia sari. Hair: @alipirzadeh, Makeup: @anilc68, styling: @stylebyami @shnoy09, Photo: @frozenpixelstudios, Project: @pankhurifetch"[{a3c32efa-2c11-4719-8240-65969e7af608:intradmin/KINSTA.JPG}]Kangana has chosen Ali Pirzadeh for her hair while Ami Patel for styling.Earlier today, a picture of 'Manikarnika' star was shared on the official Instagram account of Kangana's team.The picture showed Kangana dressed in a white robe getting her hair done. She was seen flashing a victory sign.On Wednesday, ...
Exhibition explores influence of Marvel
Over 300 original artefacts on display at an exhibition here include iconic comics, costumes and props ranging from the earliest Marvel comic books to original theatrical costumes of 'Black Panther' and 'Captain America'.
Bollywood's girl power lands in Cannes
The 72nd Cannes Film Festival will get a taste of Bollywood's girl power this year. Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Deepika Padukone and Kangana Ranaut have already reached the French Riviera, and more actresses will join the gala in the days to come.
Mira Nair collaborates with Adnan Sami for Broadway production on 'Monsoon Wedding'
Filmmaker Mira Nair is collaborating with playback singer Adnan Sami for a Broadway production of her 2001 film "Monsoon Wedding". Nair is making a musical stage version of her critically acclaimed film, which centred around a dysfunctional Indian family as they prepare for their daughter's wedding. The film featured Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey, Shefali Shah, and Vasundhara Das. "The movie is being recreated for the US stage audience as a lavish mainstream Broadway musical extravaganza with the lead played by the versatile singer Adnan Sami," a source close to the project said.
It felt as if my career was over, James Gunn on his firing from 'Guardians of Galaxy 3'
He is back as the director of "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" after much drama but director James Gunn says he felt like it was the end of the road when Disney fired him in 2018 over controversial old tweets. The cast and fans rallied around Gunn when Disney severed its ties with the director in July last year. Gunn was reinstated as the director in March this year. Recalling the day of his firing, Gunn told IndieWire,"That first day, I'm going to say it was the most intense of my entire life." "There have been other difficult days in my life, from the time I got sober when I was younger, to the death of friends who committed suicide. But this was incredibly intense. It happened, and suddenly it seemed like everything was gone. I just knew, in a moment that happened incredibly quickly, I had been fired. It felt as if my career was over," he added. The director said the outpouring of love from his girlfriend, the "Guardians' cast" and other in the industry kept him sane during that ...
Noomi Rapace to play Mossad Agent in action drama 'Sylvia'
Actor Noomi Rapace will play Mossad most famous female agent in 'Sylvia' an upcoming action movie by Vicky Jewson.According to Variety, the project reunites 'The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo' star Rapace, Jewson and WestEnd after their successful collaboration on action picture 'Close'.In 'Sylvia', Rapace will essay Sylvia Rafael, a South African-born agent who rose to prominence in Israeli intelligence agency Mossad. She was known for locating Ali Hassan Salameh, the leader of Palestine's Black September organization.The mission, however, led to her involvement in the infamous Lillehammer affair, in which an innocent Moroccan waiter was misidentified as Salameh and killed by Rafael's team. Rafael was tried in Norway and imprisoned. She died in South Africa in 2005.'Sylvia' is penned by Jewson alongside her 'Close' writing partner, Rupert Whitaker. It is inspired by the book 'Sylvia Rafael: The Life and Death of a Mossad Spy', which was authored by Ram Oren and Moti Kfir."What is so .
Madras HC adjourns Kamal's anticipatory bail petition
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on Thursday adjourned the anticipatory bail petition filed by actor-politician Kamal Haasan.
Cara Delevingna, Machine Gun Kelly team up for 'Punk'
Actor Cara Delevingne and Colson Baker better known by his rap stage name Machine Gun Kelly are collaborating in heist thriller 'Punk'.According to The Hollywood Reporter, the film marks the debut of Australian filmmaker and award-winning commercials director Richard Hughes.'Punk' revolves around Peter (Vince Staples) who joined free-spirited runaways on a road trip after he received a rejection letter. Headed by Skip (Baker) and his sister Lucy (Delevingne), they collectively push the boundaries of freedom. Peter falls for Lucy to discover later that the crew is a band of bank robbers, hell-bent on becoming modern-day Robin Hoods.Stallone and Sistine Stallone executive producing the film which is penned by Hughes.The film will be produced by Brian Kavanaugh-Jones, Braden Aftergood, Corey Smyth, Chris Ferguson and Fred Berger.The shooting of the film is slated to start this year, with Fortitude introducing the film to buyers in Cannes.
Indian YouTuber Ajey Nagar named by Time magazine among Next Generation Leaders' 2019
Indian YouTuber Ajey Nagar has been named by Time magazine among its Next Generation Leaders' 2019, a list of only 10 young people from around the world who are forging new paths in politics, music and other spheres. Nagar, 19, popularly known as CarryMinati' has nearly 7 million subscribers for his YouTube channel, Time said in its profile of him. India is also home to a massive YouTube craze. With about 265 million monthly users, India overtook the US in 2018 to become the country with the biggest YouTube audience in the world. And with his energetic presentation style and Hindi lyrics, Nagar is now one of the most followed YouTubers in India, Time said. Among the other young leaders on this year's list is 16-year old Greta Thunberg of Sweden who has become one of the most powerful voices castigating world leaders on climate change and demanding action, famously declaring during her speech to the UK Houses of Parliament that You did not act in time. On Nagar, the US publication said
Rakul Preet Singh: Don't mind dating older man, if we complement each other
New Delhi (India), May 16 (ANI): 'Yaariyan' actor Rakul Preet Singh is looking to re-establish her Bollywood career with rom-com, 'De De Pyaar De' starring actors Ajay Devgn and Tabu and set for release on May 17.Helmed by Akiv Ali, the film is about a 50-year-old man who is juggling between his ex-wife and 26-year-old Ayesha (played by Rakul Preet), with whom he falls in love with.The actor said she does not see a problem with dating an older man.When asked about her opinion on dating an older man, the bubbly actress said at an event here, "It is very common these days and at the end of the day what matters is how two people complement each other.""It's not about the age but it's about the person. If I am attracted to an older person who has the same wavelength as I do then I don't have the problem with that, because at the end of the day what matters is that they both are happy together and complement each other. If there is such person then he must be young at heart otherwise age .
Life not about competing to a finish line: Ananya Birla
Singer Ananya Birla, who will release her debut EP "Fingerprint" on Friday, says with time she has realised that life is not all about competition but about enjoying one's journey.
Women take lead as Bollywood's top Instagrammers
Bollywood's women's brigade, led by Priyanka Chopra Jonas, is ahead of the men as far as popularity is concerned on Instagram.
Wishes pour in for Vicky Kaushal as he turns 31
As Vicky Kaushal celebrated his 31st birthday on Thursday, an array of celebrities wished him on his special day with good luck, success and long life.Anil Kapoor who will be seen next in the film 'Takht' with Vicky took to his Twitter handle to wish him love and success.Anil wrote, "Happy Birthday, Vicky Kaushal! May you continue to give heart-winning & power-packed performances! Looking forward to working with you in #TAKHT soon! Have a great year ahead! Lots of love!"Vicky known for his acting prowess has slowly carved out space for himself in the industry. He has been consistent in his performance and wowed the audience with his portrayal of various characters.Vicky's 'Raazi' co-star, Aliaa Bhatt, posted a heartfelt message for him on Instagram storyTaapsee Pannu and Abhishek Bachchan, Vicky's co-star from the film 'Manmarziyaan', also wished him on their social media accounts.Taapsee posted a cute picture of the actor and herself on the Instagram story and wished him "Happy
Social media terrible for my generation: Selena
Singer-actress Selena Gomez, 26, does not find social media suitable for the young generation as she feels it has devastating effects on them.
Vicky cuts burger-and-fries cake on 31st birthday
Actor Vicky Kaushal celebrated his 31st birthday here in true American style -- with a cake in the shape of a burger and fries platter.
James Gunn loves horror angle of 'Brightburn'
Filmmaker James Gunn says he loves "Brightburn" as it offers a new take on the superhero genre. "I love this movie because it is an entirely new take on the superhero genre," Gunn said in a statement.
Thor' actor Isaac Kappy dies by suicide
Actor Isaac Kappy, best known for his role in "Thor", died after he committed suicide by jumping off a bridge. He was 42. The actor reportedly "forced himself" off a bridge on Monday onto the highway in Arizona. Two teens even attempted to stop the actor from jumping but it was of no avail as he was hit by a passing vehicle. The news broke after the Arizona Department of Public Safety officials confirmed to USA Today that Kappy died on the scene. The actor posted a string of ominous messages on his Instagram account before his death, with "Beware the man that has nothing to lose, for he has nothing to protect." "Over the course of the last week, through introspection that should have happened MANY years ago, I have come to some stark revelations about my character. I believed myself to be a good guy. I HAVE NOT been a good guy. In fact, I have been a pretty bad guy throughout my life, Kappy wrote. In the post, he also opened up about his protracted struggles with alcohol and drug ...
OnePlus ropes in Robert Downey Jr for new brand campaign
Premium smartphone maker OnePlus Thursday said its latest marketing and brand campaign will feature Hollywood actor Robert Downey Jr. The campaign featuring Robert Downey Jr, who is popular for his role as superhero Iron Man, will appear in a series of brand creatives across mediums in India and China starting with the OnePlus 7 Series launch, a statement said. "The long-term campaign celebrates the disruptive role that OnePlus has played in the smartphone industry... Riding on the immense popularity of the iconic actor, the new ad creative will talk about OnePlus' much-awaited upcoming flagship," it added. The Chinese company, which competes with the likes of Apple and Samsung in the premium smartphone segment, had unveiled the latest generation of smartphones -- OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro, priced at Rs 32,999 onwards, earlier this week. The flagship OnePlus 7 Pro features 6.67-inch display and is fitted with a triple-lens rear camera setup (48MP+16MP+8MP) and has 4,000 mAh battery.
I've always been a dog person: Dennis Quaid
Actor Dennis Quaid believes pets teach people a lot about life.