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DiCaprio to present Scorsese Robert Osborne Award

Actor Leonardo DiCaprio will present veteran filmmaker Martin Scorsese the Robert Osborne Award at the 2018 TCM Classic Film Festivals opening.

Karan Johar's 'Kalank' announced with star ensemble

Karan Johar-produced "Kalank" will see an ensemble cast including Madhuri Dixit Nene, Sanjay Dutt, Varun Dhawan, Alia Bhatt, Sonakshi Sinha and Adita Roy Kapur sharing screen space. Abhishek Varman will direct the "epic drama", which will hit screens on April 19, 2019.

Harbhajan Mann thanks Jimmy for quality Punjabi movies

Punjabi singer Harbhajan Mann has shown respect to actor Jimmy Sheirgill for making "quality Punjabi movies" while keeping his "head held high" in Bollywood.

'Kalank' to release on April 19, 2019

Abhishek Varman's "Kalank", featuring an ensemble cast of , Sonakshi Sinha, Alia Bhatt, Varun Dhawan and Aditya Roy Kapur, will release on April 19, next year. The epic drama is set in the 1940s and also features Madhuri Dixit and Sanjay Dutt. It is expected to go on floors at the end of the month. Karan Johar and his father Yash Johar had first thought about making the film 15 years ago. "'Kalank' has been an emotional journey for me! A germ of an idea that I had nearly 15 years ago... A film that was in a pre-production stage helmed by my father... "I am now proud to pass it onto the extremely capable and visionary hands of our director Abhishek Varman! A beautifully structured story by Shibani Bathija and an exceptionally fluid narrative and screenplay by Abhishek," Karan said in a statement. The film marks the collaboration of Fox Star Studios, Dharma Productions and Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. "This multi-starrer with a story will cross all borders, under the capable ...

Never thought about directing films, says Joaquin Phoenix

Joaquin Phoenix says that even though he has worked with some great filmmakers and has a unique perspective, he will not direct a film just for the sake of it. The "Her" actor was recently asked whether he would like to direct a film as he has already directed a number of music videos and produced films and television shows. "I wouldn't do it just to do it. I imagine if there was a story that I felt like I had a unique understanding of, then maybe it's something I would pursue, but I haven't really thought about it. I've worked with really great directors, and I don't know if I have that," Phoenix, 43, told Collider. "If you work with people that were mediocre, if you were on set with a bunch of mediocre directors, you'd probably be like, 'I think I could probably do that'," he added. He also admitted that despite having acted in so many films, he is quite ignorant about the specifics of directing. "I still, I don't know, like when somebody calls out a lens size, I have no idea what ..

Kelly Clarkson to host 2018 Billboard Music Awards

Singer Kelly Clarkson is all set to host this year's Billboard Music Awards.The event will broadcast live from MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on May 20.'The Voice' coach took to social media to share her excitement as she wrote, "Did you hear who is hosting the @BBMAs Music awards?! This is going to be fun! Don't miss it, LIVE May 20th at 8e/5p on NBC. #BBMAs - Team KC"In a press release announcing the gig, the 35-year-old said, "To prepare for hosting the Billboard Music Awards, I already have 20 costume changes planned.""I will be flying in like my girl P!nk, and calling Amy Schumer and Sarah Silverman for jokes. Well, or I'm just gonna show up and celebrate my favorite artists and get to know a few more. Yeah, maybe I'll go with that plan," she said as reported by Billboard.The 2018 nominees were announced Tuesday, with Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars, and Pulitzer Prize winner Kendrick Lamar leading the way with 15 nominations each.

'Shiddat' now titled 'Kalank'

Karan Johar's production, 'Shiddat' has now been renamed as 'Kalank'.The forthcoming film will star an ensemble cast of Sanjay Dutt, Varun Dhawan, Alia Bhatt, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditya Roy Kapur, and Madhuri Dixit-Nene.The Dhah-Dhak girl replaced Sridevi after her untimely demise in Dubai on February 24, this year.The title was announced by the filmmaker along with the poster of the film. With several ruins and offset colours, the poster gave off major old-world vibes.Helmed by Abhishek Varman, the epic period drama is going to be set in 1940s, around the hard times faced by India and Pakistan.The poster also announced the release date of the flick, i.e. April 19, 2019, which is going to go on floors soon.The film was actually conceptualised by Johar's father, Yash, nearly 15 years ago.

It's getting tougher to reinvent every year: R. Madhavan (IANS Interview)

Many people believe reinventing themselves is the way to stay relevant in showbiz. But that's not a piece of cake. Actor R. Madhavan, who has navigated his way through the small screen, big screen as well as the digital world, says reinventing himself is getting "tougher" with each passing year.

Carrie Coon revealed as voice behind Proxima Midnight in 'Infinity War'

"The Leftovers" actor Carrie Coon has been revealed as the voice behind Proxima Midnight, a member of villain Thanos' Black Order which will be making an appearance in upcoming "Avengers: Infinity War". The news of Coon's role was shared by "Infinity War" director duo Joe and Anthony Russo in an interview with British magazine Radio Times. "Carrie Coon is Proxima Midnight and you may know her from season three of Fargo or the Leftovers," Joe Russo had said. Proxima Midnight is the only female member of the Black Order. She is armed with a spear that possesses the power of a time-distorted sun and is coated in an incredibly deadly toxin. Coon also shared the news on Twitter, saying she had performed facial motion capture for the role while she is pregnant. "It's true! My voice and a dazzle of gifted animators have teamed up to play Proxima Midnight," Coon tweeted. "To be fair my face is in there somewhere. #MoCapWhilePregnant," she said in another tweet. The Russo brothers have also ...

Cate Blanchett to head Cannes Film Festival jury

Actress Cate Blanchett will lead the jury of the 71st Cannes Film Festival. Filmmakers Ava DuVernay and Denis Villeneuve and actors Kristen Stewart and Lea Seydoux are also a part of it.

Jason Clarke in talks for 'Pet Sematary' remake

Actor Jason Clarke is in negotiations to star in the remake of "Pet Sematary". The film is an adaptation of Stephen King's 1983 novel of the same name, which was also the basis for a 1989 feature film. If finalised, the "Everest" star will play the role of Louis Creed, which was portrayed by Dale Midkiff in the 1989 movie. The story follows Creed, who tries to bring back his dead son by placing him to rest in an Indian burial ground but it does not go according to plan. Filmmaker duo Dennis Widmyer and Kevin Kolsch will direct the film with a script from Jeff Buhler, reported Variety. Lorenzo Di Bonaventura, Mark Vahradian and Steven Schneider are producing with Alexandra Loewy executive producing.

The ignored/unknown kitsch that also advanced Bollywood (Book Review)

Title: In a Cult of Their Own - Bollywood Beyond Box Office; Author: Amborish Roychoudhury; Publisher: Rupa Publications India; Pages: 276; Price: Rs 295

Noah Jupe to portray young Shia LaBeouf in 'Honey Boy'

Actor Noah Jupe will be playing the younger version of Shia LaBeouf in the film "Honey Boy". The 13-year-old actor was recently seen in the horror thriller, "A Quiet Place", which also featured actors John Krasinski and Emily Blunt. Lucas Hedges, known for films such as "Manchester by the Sea" and most recently "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri", will play young-adult Shia LaBeouf in the film, with LaBeouf playing his own father. Honey Boy" was LaBeouf's childhood nickname, reported Variety The story revolves around a child star attempting to mend his relationship with his law-breaking, alcohol-abusing father over the course of a decade, It is loosely based on LaBeoufs life. Alma Harel is directing the project, which will be produced by Automatiks Brian Kavanaugh-Jones, Daniela Taplin Lundberg of Stay Gold Features and Christopher Leggett of Delirio Films.

Ed Skrein cast as villain in 'Maleficent' sequel

"Deadpool" star Ed Skrein will be playing the antagonist in the "Maleficent" sequel. Actors Angelina Jolie and Elle Fanning will be reprising their roles of Maleficent and Aurora, respectively, in the film, which is a follow-up of their 2014 hit that grossed USD 758 million at the global box office, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The details of Skrein's character have been kept in wraps as of now. Joachim Ronning, best known for films such as "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales" and "Kon-Tiki", will direct the movie. Joe Roth is producing the film, with Jez Butterworth and Linda Woolverton penning the latest script. Skrein, 35, is best known for playing antagonist Ajax in Ryan Reynold's "Deadpool" as well as for his role of Daario Naharis in "Game of Thrones". He will be next seen in Robert Rodriguez's "Alita: Battle Angel", which is being produced by James Cameron, and Barry Jenkins' "If Beale Street Could Talk".

Cathy Yan to helm Harley Quinn spinoff

Cathy Yan will be directing the DC spinoff movie based on the character of Harley Quinn, which was played by Margot Robbie in "Suicide Squad". Robbie, 27, will reprise the role of female villain in the new film. The character debuted in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) ensemble movie "Suicide Squad" alongside Jared Leto's Joker. Following it, Robbie and director David Ayer were confirmed to be developing spin-off film, tentatively titled "Gotham City Sirens" with "Crazy Stupid Love" directors Glenn Ficarra and John Requa in talks to helm the project. Yan, a former Wall Street Journal reporter who made her directorial debut with "Dead Pigs", will be the second female filmmaker to helm a DC film after Patty Jenkins. She will also be the first Asian woman to helm a movie from the DC Comics universe, reported Variety. The screenplay has been penned by Christina Hodson, who wrote "Bumblebee" and was last week roped in by Warner Bros to write for Batgirl film. Robbie will produce the project

Barred director set to return to Cannes Film Festival

Danish director Lars von Trier, who has been barred from the Cannes Film Festival since 2011 over his controversial comments about Adolf Hitler, will make a comeback at the gala in May.

Vin Diesel, H Collective acquire 'xXx' franchise, planning fourth film

Vin Diesel's One Race Films, along with studio H Collective, have acquired the rights of the "xXx" franchise and announced the fourth instalment. Under the deal, Revolution Studios retains rights to the first three films which have collectively grossed nearly USD 1 billion worldwide. DJ Caruso, who directed "xXx: Return of Xander Cage", will return for the new film, with Diesel reprising his role as extreme sports athlete-turned-reluctant agent Xander Cage, reported Variety. Joe Roth and Jeff Kirschenbaum will produce the project along with Diesel, Samantha Vincent for One Race Films and the H Collective. Diesel first played Xander Cage in 2002's Rob Cohen-directed "xXx". However, the actor was missing from the sequel, "xXx: State of the Union", which was released in 2005. He made a comeback to the franchise with 2017's "xXx: Return of Xander Cage", which also starred Deepika Padukone, Ruby Rose, Samuel L Jackson, Nina Dobrev and Toni Collette.

Donatella Versace designs sunglasses inspired by late brother

Designer Donatella Versace has created sunglasses as a tribute to her late brother Gianni Versace's mysterious "aura".

Danny Boyle's yet untitled comedy to release in 2019

Director Danny Boyle's new yet untitled comedy movie has been slated to release on September 13, 2019.

Don't just want to push, but tear the envelope: Varun Dhawan

Basking in the glowing reviews of "October", Varun Dhawan says he wants to continue seeking roles that are unique and "tear" the envelope.