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Forest Whitaker to star in 'Godfather of Harlem'
Veteran actor Forest Whitaker is set to lead Epix drama series "Godfather of Harlem". Epix has ordered a 10-episode first season. According to the Hollywood Reporter, the series will tell the true story of crime boss Bumpy Johnson (Whitaker), who in the early 1960s returned after 10 years in prison to find the neighbourhood he once ruled in shambles. With the streets controlled by the Italian mob, Bumpy takes on the Genovese crime family to regain control. During the brutal battle, he forms an alliance with radical preacher Malcolm X, catching his political rise in the crosshairs of social upheaval and a mob war that threatens to tear the city apart. Whitaker will also serve as an executive producer via his company Significant Productions. "It's an exciting and relevant story, brought to life by passionate, extraordinary talent and a great studio in ABC Signature. It's exactly the kind of series we want to put on Epix as we build awareness and expand the network's distribution across .
Boston to host Indian film festival in September
The first Boston International Film Festival of India (BIFFI), organised by BDCTV, will roll in September.
'Pity': Elegantly conceived and perversely fascinating (Film Review)
Film: Pity; Director: Babis Makridis; Cast: Yannis Drakopoulos, Evi Saoulidou, Nota Tserniafski, Makis Papadimitriou, Georgina Chryskioti, Evdoxia Androulidaki, Nikos Karathanos, Kostas Kotoulas, Panagiotis Tasoulis; Rating: **1/2
'A Quiet Place' getting a sequel
Paramount Pictures is already developing a sequel to John Krasinski's breakout thriller hit "A Quiet Place". The studio's chairman-CEO Jim Gianopulos made the announcement at CinemaCon, reported Variety. "We're thrilled to say that we're already working on the sequel to 'A Quiet Place,' Gianopulos said. Krasinski directed and stars in "A Quiet Place", and also co-wrote the screenplay with Bryan Woods and Scott Beck. The nearly dialogue-free movie centres on a family (led by Krasinski and his real-life wife, Emily Blunt) as they struggle to survive in a world of monsters that hunt by sound.
Get ready for 'A Quiet Place' sequel
It's confirmed! Sequel to the hit horror film 'A Quiet Place' is in the works.Paramount Pictures chairman and CEO Jim Gianopulos made the announcement at CinemaCon on Wednesday."We're thrilled to say that we're already working on the sequel to 'A Quiet Place,'" he said, as reported by Variety.However, no specific details about the sequel were provided by Gianopulos.The John Krasinski-directorial has grossed more than $213 million at the worldwide box office to date, including $134.8 million in North America.Starring Krasinski and Emily Blunt, the nearly dialogue-free movie centers on a family as they struggle to survive in a world of monsters that hunt by sound.
Amber Heard joins drama 'Her Smell'
Actor Amber Heard is set to star alongside Elisabeth Moss in drama "Her Smell". Alex Ross Perry is directing the Bow and Arrow Entertainment project from his own script, reported Variety. Gayle Rankin is also on board, with Moss producing the film, alongside Matthew Perniciaro and Michael Sherman of Bow and Arrow, Adam Piotrowicz, and Perry. Moss will play Becky Something, a maniacally destructive punk rock star who pushes her relationships with bandmates, family, and followers to the limit as she wages a years-long war against sobriety while attempting to re-engage the creativity that had once led her band to massive crossover success. Details about Heard's character are still not out. Production on the project is currently underway.
Boston to host Indian film festival in Sep
The first Boston International Film Festival of India (BIFFI), organised by BDCTV, will roll in September, a statement announced.
Salman, Jacqueline shoot for romantic 'Race 3' song in Kashmir
Salman Khan and Jacqueline Fernandez are in Jammu and Kashmir to shoot a romantic song for their upcoming actioner 'Race 3'.The 'Sultan' star, who shot for 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' in the valley, is back for the final schedule of his upcoming film.In the picture, the duo can be seen in a jeep surrounded by snow-clad mountains.The third installment of 'Race' also stars Bobby Deol, Saqib Saleem, Daisy Shah and Anil Kapoor.The film will hit the big screens on Eid this year.
Not all men are bad: Joanna Lumley
Veteran actor Joanna Lumley says she fears that "all men are seen as bad'' in light of the Time's Up and #MeToo movements. The actor said women should be wary of making sweeping statements. ''This year I do feel the spirit of the suffragettes is with us and we're speaking out about women being treated badly around the world. That said, I am terrified that all men are seen as bad. ''We mustn't deride all men, as only the few are bad and we need to remember that, too. I love and respect men. I am married to one, I work with some wonderful men and I have a son," Lumley told Good Housekeeping magazine. Lumley, who most recently hosted the 2018 BAFTA Film Awards and wore black alongside the majority of attendees in support of the Time's Up initiative, praised the stars' decision to don the colour. "Even though they (the stars) were dressed in black, they looked wonderful. It felt right to wear black at the time in support of #MeToo. Anything that empowers women is to be supported," she ...
He is not going through an ideal time: McConaughey on Channing Tatum
Matthew McConaughey says he has not spoken to his "Magic Mike" co-star Channing Tatum following his split from from Jenna Dewan, but knows the actor is not going through "an ideal time". "I haven't talked to him. I want to check in with him because he's going through what's obviously not an ideal time right now with the separation. I haven't spoke to him in the last couple weeks," McConaughey told E! online at CinemaCon 2018 in Las Vegas. Tatum and Dewan, who wed in 2009 and share one daughter together, announced their separation in early April.
Rachel Weisz, Daniel Craig's kids 'excited' about having sibling
Actor Rachel Weisz says her and husband Daniel Craig's children are "really excited" about having a new sibiling. The 48-year-old star has 11-year-old son Henry Aronofsky with director Darren Aronofsy and Craig has a 25-year-old daughter Ella Craig with Fiona Loudon. Last week, Weisz revealed that she and Craig are expecting their first child together. During a promotional event for her upcoming film, "Disobedience", the British actor, was asked if they are all geared up to welcome the baby into the world, to which she replied, "Yes we are ready. Very excited." She also said that both Henry and Ella are thrilled about having a sibling on the way. When asked if they were excited, Weisz said, "Yes, they are they are. They are really excited.
Makhija elated with positive response to 'Ajji'
Filmmaker Devashish Makhija is happy about his film "Ajji" travelling to different films festivals.
Live shows give me a big thrill: Tulsi Kumar
Singer Tulsi Kumar says doing live shows give her a big thrill.
Kanye West calls Trump his 'brother'
American rapper Kanye West on Wednesday said he supported President Donald Trump and called him his 'brother'.In a series of tweets, the 40-year-old rapper said, "You don't have to agree with trump but the mob can't make me not love him. We are both dragon energy. He is my brother. I love everyone. I don't agree with everything anyone does. That's what makes us individuals. And we have the right to independent thought".Hours later, Trump quoted West's tweet and wrote - "Thank you Kanye, very cool!"The American rapper later posted two pictures - a "Make America Great Again" hat and a selfie with the hat on.Minutes later, the US President quoted West's Make America Great Again hat and wrote - "MAGA!"West added that he neither identified himself as a Democrat or a Republican, adding that he was "not political".In a second tweet, the husband of American TV actor Kim Kardashian wrote, "I love when people have their own ideas. You don't have to be allowed anymore. Just be. Love who you want
Dance is my stress buster: Suhani Dhanki
Actress Suhani Dhanki, who is currently seen in "Porus", says her de-stress mantra is to dance her heart out.
Neeta Lulla to design for period drama 'Panipat'
Acclaimed designer Neeta Lulla will lend her creativity and expertise to the detailed costumes for Ashutosh Gowariker's period drama "Panipat".
PNB to hire detective agencies for recovering NPA dues
Lender Punjab National Bank (PNB) is set to hire detective agencies to supplement the efforts of its field officials in recovering its dues that have become in NPAs (non-performing assets).
IIMC launches online course for health journalists
The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), along with the Thomson Reuters Foundation and UNICEF, has launched an online course on critical appraisal skills (CAS) for healthcare journalists which aims to enhance capacities of media professionals to generate factual and non-sensational reports, according to a release today. The launch coincides with the World Immunization Week, being observed worldwide from April 24 to 30, it added. The course provides a specialised set of skills and competencies to the journalism students and enables them to research and analyse health-related information for credibility and relevance thereby improving the accuracy in reporting, the IIMS release said, quoting its Director General K G Suresh. The course is available for entry and mid-level health reporters and aims to enhance the capacities of media representatives to generate factual and non-sensational reports, the release said. Thomson Reuters Foundation Director (Journalism and Media ...
Ali Zafar sends legal notice to Meesha Shafi following sexual harassment allegations
Pakistani actor Ali Zafar has sent a legal notice to singer-actor Meesha Shafi demanding her to apologise over the sexual harassment allegations she made against him or face defamation suit of Rs 100 crore. Shafi last Thursday in a shocking tweet accused Zafar of subjecting her to "sexual harassment of a physical nature" on more than one occasions. Zafar "categorically denied all claims of harassment" made by Shafi and said that he "intends to take this through the courts of law". In the legal notice, Zafar has asked Shafi to delete the tweet of allegations and issue an apology otherwise he will file defamation case against her. Shafi's lawyer, Muhammad Ahmad Pansota, confirmed that his client has received the legal notice. "We have received the notice and are examining its contents. The contents of Meesha's statements with regard to Ali Zafar are based in truth, and therefore we dispel this notice, he tweeted. A day after Shafi accused Zafar of sexual harassment, more women from ...
Hope 'Veere...' brings about a change in the roles written for women: Sonam
Sonam Kapoor says she hopes her upcoming film "Veere di Wedding" will bring about a change in the way women characters are treated in Indian movies . The 32-year-old actor launched the trailer of the film today along with her co-stars Kareena Kapoor Khan, Swara Bhasker and Shikha Talsania. "I don't think a film like this has been made before. It is entertaining and has everything from romance to drama. And why can't a female headline a commercial film that is about girls which has a story? Things might change if this film works, I hope it brings about a change in the roles that are written for us," Sonam said. The actor also hopes films based on women can help in changing the "misogynistic mindset". "There is very long way before it happens. People like Kareena are setting an example. She got married and then she was on the sets and after having a baby she was on the sets. Shahid Kapoor got married did anyone ask whether he will work or not. Nobody will ask this question to a ...