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'Veere Di Wedding' a very modern film: Manoj Pahwa
Veteran actor Manoj Pahwa, who will be seen in "Veere Di Wedding", says the film's story has a modern outlook that emphasises the freedom of choice women have in the new age society.
Jada Pinkett regrets dating 'married' Will Smith
Actress Jada Pinkett Smith says she regrets dating her husband Will Smith in 1995 before his divorce was finalised from his first wife Sheree Zampino Fletcher.Jada Pinkett had a revealing, tear-filled conversation with Sheree on her new series 'Red Table Talk', reports People magazine."Because I did not understand marriage. I didn't understand divorce. I will say that I probably should've fell back," Jada Pinkett said.To that, Sheree replied:"You think?"Jada Pinkett later explained how it took time for her to realise that she was behaving "insensitively" and "inconsiderately" when Will Smith's marriage to Sheree was in trouble.Jada Pinkett started dating the actor while he was still married to Sheree, with whom he shared a 3-year-old son, Trey, at the time. The 'Girls Trip' actress and Will Smith have since been married for 20 years.
Justin Theroux files restraining order against neighbour
Actor Justin Theroux has filed for a restraining order against his neighbour.Theroux has got embroiled in a bitter feud with Norman Resnicow, who lives in the same New York apartment block, for a number of years, reports TMZ.The 46-year-old actor on Tuesday accused Resnicow of intimidating other residents against testifying in their long-running property battle.In court documents, Theroux said the neighbour was flying into angry and violent tirades.He claimed one resident said Resnicow's behaviour has "reached a very dangerous level for everyone in the building."Theroux has asked the court to stop Resnicow from trying to intimidate other neighbours, and to stop sending abusive emails as well.
I don't like to live a delusional life: Ekta Kapoor
Film and TV producer Ekta Kapoor says big budgets and busy schedules of actors have kept her away from working with big stars and instead concentrate on "eclectic" films that have earned critical acclaim. "It is not about the access to the stars. We have not made films with Salman (Khan) or Shah Rukh (Khan) because at this point if I have to spend half a year in planning a film with a big star, it would require certain effort. "We have got into an eclectic mix of films. Access doesn't always mean... You could have picked up a phone and called them. It is not that we are making a big star Rs 100 crore proposal," Ekta told PTI in an interview. Instead, the proudcer's banner Balaji Motion Pictures has backed a number of unconvetional films such as "Love, Sex Aur Dhoka" and "Lipstick Under My Burkha". Ekta started her production journey with TV and soon became the soap opera queen with hits such as "Hum Paanch", "Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi" "Kahaani Ghar Ghar Ki", "Kasauti Zindagi ...
Geena Davis' fourth husband files for divorce
Actress Geena Davis' fourth husband, Reza Jarrahy, has filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences.The 62-year-old actress' husband, Reza Jarrahy, has filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences, according to People.Jarrahy, 47, said that he separated from the 62-year-old actress on November 15 last year, reports People magazine.The former couple got married on September 1, 2001 and have three children together - 13-year-old twin boys Kaiis Steven and Kian William and 16-year-old daughter Alizeh Keshvar.Jarrahy is looking for spousal support and joint legal and physical custody of the kids in court documents.Before Jarrahy, Davis was married to restaurateur Richard Emmolo from 1982 to 1983, actor Jeff Goldblum from 1987 to 1990 and Finnish film director Renny Harlin from 1993 to 1998.Davis has appeared in films like 'The Long Kiss Goodnight', 'Stuart Little', 'The Fly' and 'Tootsie'.
Always wanted to be face of my own show: Nora Fatehi
Actress Nora Fatehi, who will be seen hosting a dating reality show "Dating in the Dark", says she always wanted to be the face of a show.
Elizabeth Moss, Lupita being eyed for Peele's 'Us'
After the success of "Get Out", Jordan Peele is making a movie titled "Us". Lupita Nyong'o is in talks to star in the film, with Elisabeth Moss being eyed as the top choice for another lead role.
Nile Rodgers working with will.i.am for new Black Eyed Peas music
Popular music group Black Eyed Peas and Nile Rodgers have announced collaboration for new music. Rodgers shared a photo with will.i.am in the iconic Abbey Road studios studio on Twitter and wrote, "I try and post my daily life to show that #cancer, twice in my case, is not always a death sentence. Stay strong. @iamwill and me working on @bep #funky cut." The 65-year-old musician, also posted a video on Facebook with will.i.am, 43, talking about their upcoming project. "What an honour to working with one of my heroes, influencers, teachers, I grew up to his music. I am still growing up to his music. When I am around my legends and my mentors I can't help but interview. I was blessed to hear some of the stories. I learned so much in five minutes," will.i.am says in the video. "Thank you, happy to have you up here in the crib," Rodgers added in the video. Black Eyed Peas last album was 'The Beginning' in 2010. In 2011, Rodgers revealed that he had aggressive prostate cancer. He ...
Scarlett Johansson explains why she wore Marchesa to Met Gala
Actor Scarlett Johansson has defended her choice of dress -- a Marchesa -- at the 2018 Met Gala. The "Avengers: Infinity War" wore burgundy gown from Marchesa, the label from disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein's ex wife Georgina Chapman, and came under scrutiny as none of the other attendees opted for the brand. Johansson, who was accompanied by boyfriend Colin Jost, had also ignored the gala's theme 'Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination'. "I wore Marchesa because their clothes make women feel confident and beautiful and it is my pleasure to support a brand created by two incredibly talented and important female designers," the 33-year-old actor said in a statement obtained by Variety. Marchesa also released a statement praising Scarlett for opting for the label. "We are truly honoured that Scarlett chose to wear Marchesa for the Met Gala. She is an amazingly talented actor who has incredible style and presence. It was wonderful to work so closely with her
Disney CEO Bob Iger teases more 'Avengers' movies
The yet-untitled "Avengers 4" might mark the culmination of 19 Marvel Cinematic Universe films, but Disney chairman and CEO Bob Iger has hinted that there will be more "Avengers" films in the coming years. The 67-year-old Disney honcho said his 'Marvel team' is exploring the future of MCU after "Avengers 4", which he said would "have a significant conclusion" to the Marvel comic book franchise. "We meet on a regular basis with our Marvel team, and we've plotted out Marvel movies that will take us well into the next decade. I'm guessing we will try our hand at what I'll call a new franchise beyond Avengers, but that doesn't necessarily mean you won't see more 'Avengers' down the road. We just haven't made any announcements about that," Iger said, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Iger was speaking at the Disney's quarterly conference call with investors. "Given the popularity of the characters and given the popularity of the franchise, I don't think people should conclude there will
Casting couch is everywhere, say Sachin-Jigar
Music composer duo Sachin-Jigar say the casting couch exists everywhere, but hope people come "off their dirty ideas" and make way for true talent.
Cannes opening film 'Everybody Knows' sold to Focus Features
Cannes Film Festival's opening film, Asghar Farhadi-directed "Everybody Knows", has been acquired by Focus Features. The studio will distribute the film in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, India, select Asian territories and the Middle East, apart from Iran. It had previously acquired rights in Spain last year and multiple bidders chased the film, including streaming giant Netflix. The Spanish-language psychological thriller, starring real-life couple Javier Bardem and Penelope Cruz, has been written and directed by Farhadi. It follows the story of Laura, who lives with her husband and children in Buenos Aires. When they return together to her native village in Spain for a family celebration, an unexpected event changes the course of their lives. It is the eighth feature film by the Iranian director, who is best known for Oscar winning film "A Separation" and "The Salesman". "Asghar is a world-class filmmaker whose work transcends language. Matching his ...
Shah Rukh, Salman's dance at Sonam Kapoor's reception goes viral
Actor Sonam Kapoor's reception looked like a compilation of visuals straight out of the '90s Bollywood as contemporaries Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan and Anil Kapoor indulged in bromance by dancing together to their old numbers. The who's and who of Bollywood, including Kareena Kapoor, Aishwarya Rai, Kangana Ranaut, Ranbir Kapoor, Katrina Kaif and Alia Bhatt, attended Sonam and Anand Ahuja's reception last evening. But it was the camaraderie shared by the bride's father and his contemporaries that was the highlight of the evening and became one of the most shared moments online. Shah Rukh came hand-in-hand with wife Gauri minutes before midnight, while Salman followed half-an-hour later with his "Race 3" co-star Jacqueline Fernandez. The two stars joined Anil on the stage and started matching steps on hits such as "Tan Tana Tan", "Ek Do Teen" and "Mujhse Shaadi Karogi". The three stars soon pulled the newlyweds on to the stage. Salman also channelised the singer within by taking the ...
Yet to sink in that I'm an actor: Sanya Malhotra
Sanya Malhotra, who shot to fame with her debut 2016's "Dangal", says the feeling that she is an actor is yet to sink in. Today, Sanya has her hands full with three films - Ritesh Batra's "Photograph", "Badhai Ho" with Ayushmann Khurrana and Vishal Bharadwaj's "Churiyan". "I am satisfied with whatever I am doing. I can't believe I am an actor, I think it will take sometime for me this to sink in. I am glad I am getting to work with brilliant directors and actors, which I had not imagined. I am enjoying each and every day of being an actor," she told PTI. Sanya says she does not know if she is a natural at acting. "Acting is very new to me. With every film that I am doing I am learning new things either about myself, or about filmmaking," she says. The actor does not come from a film background but she feels making a mark in the industry is difficult - for both an outsider and a person with connections. Everyone has to go through their fair share of ups and downs, she asserts. "When I .
Shades of red, maroon will never go out of bridal style: Manish Malhotra
Actress Sonam Kapoor opted for a red bridal lehenga during her marriage with businessman Anand Ahuja, thereby breaking the perception that the colour has lost its glory from the Indian wedding scene. Ace designer Manish Malhotra says shades of red and maroon can never go out of style.
Joss Whedon's comment on 'Avengers' script inappropriate: Zak Penn
Hollywood scriptwriter Zak Penn has responded to Joss Whedon's comments that he solely wrote the script of the superhero ensemble film "The Avengers", saying the filmmaker is entitled to his opinion but he is "wrong". Penn, who has impressive resume of films such as "X-2", "X-Men: The Last Stand", "The Incredible Hulk" and Steven Spielberg's latest sci-fi adventure "Ready Player One", said he found Whedon's comments "inappropriate". "He (Whedon) is entitled to his opinion but he is wrong. Obviously, I don't agree with him. I found his statement a little bit inappropriate. I don't want to comment on it too much. "I worked on a draft for 'Avengers' for four years and he came in and rewrote it. It's not like I wrote a story and handed it to him and he threw it out. That's not how things work. He should not be talking about it in public, if you ask me," Penn told PTI in a telephonic interview from Los Angeles. Whedon, who directed the first two 'Avengers' films, had recently said he wrote
Bieber says 'don't be fooled' by celebs 'glamorous lifestyles'
Singer Justin Bieber doesnt want his fans to "be fooled" by the "glamorous" lifestyles of celebrities that are showcased on social media.
Would be interested in 'Scrubs' reunion in some incarnation: Zach Braff
Actor Zach Braff says he is game for a "Scrubs" reunion, if the new take is along the lines of a movie for television. The 43-year-old actor, who played main character and narrator, Dr John Michael "JD" Dorian in the first eight seasons of the medical comedy-drama, said he is currently busy with sitcom "Alex, Inc" which he also directs and executive produces. "It seems like everyone wants that so much these days. I'm doing 'Alex, Inc' now, but maybe if it was a TV movie or something. I don't know. In some incarnation I'd be interested, yeah," Braff told James Corden on "The Late Late Show". The "Scrubs" cast have kept in touch with each other over the years. The actor still hangs out with Donald Faison and they came together with John C McGinley for a photo op. Braff has often been spotted with Elizabeth Banks and Sarah Chalke was spotted with him and Faison. After the show changed networks from NBC to ABC, "Scrubs" finally flatlined in 2010 after a nine-season run. Creator Bill ...
'Fast and Furious' spin-off will be brimming with action, humour: Statham
Hollywood star Jason Statham says the untitled "Fast and Furious" spin-off will be loaded with both action and humour. The 50-year-old actor, who stars with Dwayne Johnson in the new film, said the professional wrestler-turned-actor would be a major reason for the project to be "brimming" with stylish stunts and hilarious gags, EW reported. "Yeah, I'm doing a big spin-off movie with Dwayne Johnson, the Rock, who I'm a particular big fan of and good friend of. So I'm going to do a big Hollywood splash with a mate of mine. "They're developing the script right now, so I can't give you any spoilers on that one. Listen, Dwayne's got a big appetite for action, and he's got a great appetite for humour, and I'm sure it will be brimming with both of those things," Statham said. The actor was all praise for director David Leitch, who is on board to helm the movie and called him "a true expert on this kind of stuff". "Dave Leitch is someone that I have known for many many years, who is taking ...
Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter to reunite after 27 years
"Bill & Ted Face the Music", the third movie in the "Bill & Ted" franchise, is set to reunite Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter on screen after 27 years.