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Bieber saves woman from attacker at Coachella party
Singer Justin Bieber rescued a fellow party guest at actor Patrick Schwarzenegger's Coachella party during a fight.
Don't understand why some people look down upon superhero films: Benedict Cumberbatch
Benedict Cumberbatch believes people who criticise superhero films forget that the genre is fun and inspiring for so many fans. The British actor, who plays Doctor Strange in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), believes these films should be taken seriously. "It is easy to forget the purpose of entertainment sometimes. I don't understand why some people look down upon superhero films. So many of us are so invested in it and I think this is one of the reasons why Marvel is doing so well. The films are not taken that seriously for some weird reasons. I don't know the exact reasons but all these insults do not matter to me. "I guess some people are envious of us... These movies are fun and they inspire so many people. I have seen snobby people in my life, who are like 'I don't like these films' and then they watch it and are like 'I enjoyed it'," Cumberbatch said in a group interview here. The 41-year-old actor, who made his Marvel debut with 2016 movie "Doctor Strange", says reprising
Papa CJ's autobiography by year-end, ready to dish out more happiness
Acclaimed English stand-up comedian Papa CJ will release his autobiography by the end of the year. The book, for which he has signed a deal with Amazon, will bring hilarious anecdotes from his personal life and tales from over 2,000 shows across five continents.
'Kadvi Hawa' to be screened at Beijing film gala
National Award-winning filmmaker Nila Madhab Panda is looking forward to the Chinese premier of his drama film "Kadvi Hawa" at the Beijing International Film Festival (BJIFF).
I'd rather learn on the job: Actor Ishaan Khatter
Actor Ishaan Khatter, set for his big screen debut, comes with no formal training in his field, but he is ready to learn on the job, to listen to the call of his heart and to bat comparisons with his star brother Shahid Kapoor.
Freeman, Serkis were known as 'Tokien white guys' on 'Black Panther' sets
Actor Martin Freeman has revealed that he and Andy Serkis were known as the "Tokien white guys" on the sets of "Black Panther". Both Freeman and Serkis have appeared in the Hobbit series, which were based on celebrated author J R R Tolkien's novel of the same name. Freeman played Bilbo Baggins in the series, while Serkis reprised his "Lord of the Rings" role of Gollum. "Because we had performed in 'The Hobbit' together, we were known as the 'Tolkien white guys'," he said in an appearance on "The Graham Norton show". In the Ryan Coogler-directed film, Freeman played CIA agent Everett K Ross and Serkis played black-market arms smuggler, Ulysses Klaue. The 46-year-old actor also recalled the experience of watching "Black Panther" with a live crowd. "It's been amazing. It's done amazingly well and we're all very proud of it... It feels like a moment. It's lovely to be part of that," he said. "(The premieres) were like football matches. They were properly vocal. Pretty much every fifth ...
Post 'Black Panther' success, 'Catwoman' deserves another chance, says Halle Berry
Actor Halle Berry says after the success of "Black Panther", the superhero character of Catwoman deserves a second "chance". The actor, who played the character in 2004 film "Catwoman", was massively criticised for her performance. She famously accepted a Razzie for Best Actress in 2005 and in her speech she called the film "god-awful movie". "Black Panther", fronted by Chadwick Boseman, has renewed Berry's hopes and she said she deserves another opportunity as the Catwoman, EW reported. "Each story builds on the next. It's like that old saying goes: behind every 'Black Panther' is a great black 'Catwoman'! "You know, I've gotten a really bad rap for this role, and I think Catwoman deserves another goddamn chance, don't you?" she said at the GLAAD Media Awards recently. Besides Berry, actors Michelle Pfeiffer and Anne Hathaway are among who have played the character.
Working with Chris Martin was 'surreal', says Dua Lipa
Dua Lipa says watching Coldplay frontman Chris Martin dance to one of her songs was a "surreal" experience for her. The 22-year-old singer, who co-wrote the song "Homesick" with Martin, said he would dance on her songs "New Rules" and "IDGAF", Femalefirst reported. "During 'New Rules' and 'IDGAF', he would get up and dance. It was so surreal, Chris Martin dancing to my music," Lipa said. "I remember saying to him, 'You've written one of my favourite songs ever, the Nelly Furtado song 'All Good Things (Must Come To An End)'' and he was like, 'God, I forgot I wrote that'," she added.
'Game of Thrones' to receive special BAFTA award
"Game of Thrones" will be given the BAFTA Special Award at this years British Academy Television Craft Awards.
National Awards encouraging, says Bengali film fraternity
With five honours for two films at the 65th National Film Awards, the Bengali film industry is celebrating the glory which amplifies its contribution to Indian cinema. Filmmakers and actors say such achievements will encourage more talent to come up with subjects that matter and treatment that makes an impact, in the near future.
Mathura singer Hemant Brijwasi wins 'Rising Star 2'
Hemant Brijwasi emerged the winner of live singing reality show "Rising Star 2" last night. In the live voting show, the finale was among Vishnumaya, Zaid Ali, Rohanpreet Singh and Hemant. For the finale, Hemant sang soul-stirring song 'Alvida' from the film "Life in a Metro" and the 20-year-old aspiring singer was declared the winner with 88 per cent votes from the audience. Rohanpreet and Vishnumaya were the first and second runner-ups, respectively. "I am thrilled. The competition was tough this time. I am thankful to the viewers who voted for me and the judges who always supported and encouraged me," Hemant told PTI. Hemant, who hails from Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, took home a trophy and Rs 20 lakh as prize money. The singer is not new to the reality TV. He previously participated in and won "Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Li'l Champs" in 2009. He has also been a part of "India's Got Talent". "Rising Star 2" was judged by music composer-singer Shankar Mahadevan, singer-actor Monali Thakur and ...
Trump approval hovering around 40%, polls show
Two new polls, taken before Donald Trump launched airstrikes on Syria, shows that the US President's approval rating is hovering around 40 per cent as four in 10 Americans backs the way he is handling his job, the media reported.
B-town celebs hit the streets to protest against Kathua, Unnao rapes
Several Bollywood celebrities, including Rajkummar Rao, Twinkle Khanna and Kalki Koechlin, joined a protest to demand justice for the victims in the Kathua and Unnao rape cases, which have caused nation-wide outrage. The protest, held here last evening, saw hundreds of people gathered at Carter Road holding placards with messages such as 'Don't let this movement fade away'. Veteran actor Helen, who was present at the protest, told reporters, "I'm ashamed, I'm sad. I have no words to tell you... It's horrifying. What will be the punishment? "After a few days, they will make you forget about it. What can we do? The higher authorities should come forward." The protest was joined by other Bollywood personalities such as actors Aditi Rao Hydari, Patralekhaa, Sameera Reddy, singers Sona Mohapatra, Anushka Manchanda and music composer Vishal Dadlani, among others. Actor Priyanka Chopra, who is currently in Ireland, had shared the invite for the protest on Twitter and appealed to people to ...
Ali Fazal drops over 10 kg for 'Milan Talkies'
Actor Ali Fazal has dropped more than 10 kg weight for his role in the upcoming film "Milan Talkies". He says it takes a lot of focus and will to do it.
We are moving in right direction: Karen Gillian on position of women in superhero movies
Women are slowly making their presence felt in the male-dominated world of superheroes and actor Karen Gillian says she is happy the way female characters are now being treated in the genre. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), the 30-year-old Scottish actor plays Nebula, an anti-hero, whose only purpose is to kill Thanos. "We are moving in the right direction. We have taken a step forward with 'Captain Marvel' and I am so excited. I loved 'Wonder Woman' on the DC side. And it is going to be a big celebration for all of us to see a female-led Marvel movie," Gillian said in a group interview here. The actor said she likes how Marvel presents its female characters without following the superhero cliches. "What I love about Marvel is the female characters in the MCU are really diverse. I think women have a danger of getting stereotyped in superhero films, where they are all strong and bada** without any weaknesses. "But in real life, women are vulnerable, strong and everything else. ..
There is a stigma towards superhero films: Joe Russo on Oscars snub
They may be the most money-minting films at the box office, but superhero movies have not managed to make it big at the Oscars and Joe Russo believes the "stigma" attached to the genre is responsible for the snub. Joe, along with his brother Anthony Russo, has helmed blockbuster Marvel films - "Captain America: The Winter Soldier", "Captain America: Civil War", the upcoming "Avengers: Infinity War" and its sequel. The director says it is unfortunate that the genre is ignored in major categories but he understands the Academy's intention of highlighting movies which are unable to grab the attention they deserve. "The Oscars in a way help support movies that haven't got a lot of attention or deserve more attention. Superhero movies actually don't require a lot more attention. But I do feel it has been unfortunate that superhero films haven't been included in main categories. "There is a stigma towards the films. We are making these movies because we are trying to tell the best stories ..
Tom Holland's 'boyish charm' helped to bag Spider-Man's role
Tom Holland was just 19 years old when he made his debut as the friendly neighbourhood web slinger Spider-Man. Director Joe Russo says the actor was perfect for it as he was close to the character's age and had boyish charm.
Tamannaah roped in for 'Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy'
"Baahubali" actress Tamannaah Bhatia is the latest inclusion to the cast of multi-lingual period drama "Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy".
Sarah Jessica Parker can't live without her eyeliner
Actress Sarah Jessica Parker's one beauty must-have is an eyeliner, which she likes smudged around her eyes.
Fraternal ties between Dhaka-Delhi enriched by shared art, culture: Sushma Swaraj
The Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi celebrated Pahela Boishakh or Bangla New Year at Pravasi Bharatiya Kendra on Saturday by conducting Mongol Shobhajatra along with mesmerising display of dance and music.In a message on the occasion, Indian External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj said the "fraternal ties between both the countries are enriched by shared art, culture and music.""We share art, culture and music and celebrate festivals together," she wrote."We rejoice in each other's successes and achievements and have stood beside and supported each other in times of need," Swaraj said in her message as read out by Director General of ICCR Riva Ganguly Das.The family members of the officers of the mission staged Mongol Shobhajatra procession as part of the festivities. They wore masks and danced to the tune of Baisakhi songs.The attendees included foreign diplomats, academics, cultural activists and expatriate Bangladeshi students.Reportedly Bangladesh High Commissioner to ...