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Mariah Carey opens up about her battle with bipolar disorder
Mariah Carey has revealed that she suffers from a bipolar disorder. The singer-songwriter told People magazine that she was first diagnosed with the disorder in 2001, when she was hospitalised for a physical and mental health breakdown. I didn't want to believe it... Until recently I lived in denial and isolation and in constant fear someone would expose me. It was too heavy a burden to carry and I simply couldn't do that anymore. I sought and received treatment, I put positive people around me and I got back to doing what I love writing songs and making music," Carey said. The pop diva is now in therapy and taking medication for bipolar II disorder, which involves periods of depression as well as hypomania. "I'm actually taking medication that seems to be pretty good. It's not making me feel too tired or sluggish or anything like that. Finding the proper balance is what is most important," she said. "For a long time I thought I had a severe sleep disorder. But it wasn't normal ...
Films shot in U'khand exempted from shooting charges
The Uttarakhand government today cleared a proposal exempting films which are shot in the state from shooting charges, a move to promote the hill state, an official said. Regional language films shot in Uttarakhand were till date charged Rs 15,000 per monthwhereas films shot in other languages were charged Rs 10,000 per day as per the provisions of Uttarakhand Film Policy 2015. The new amendment to the policy approved by Governor K K Paul today exempts all films shot in the state from shooting charges, said a government order issued today. However, film producers will have to pay entry or parking fees at the shooting venues as applicable, it said. Uttarakhand's scenicbeauty has always lured film makers. Dulhan Ek Raat Ki, Kati Patang, Arman,Student Of The Year, Koi Mil Gaya are some of the movies which were shot in the state. Actor Shahid Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor recently shot their upcoming film 'Metre Chalu Batti Gul' in Tehri and Rishikesh.
WCC urges intervention of Ker CM to release panel report
An outfit of women in Malayalam film industry today expressed concern over the delay in releasing the study report of a Kerala government appointed commission on gender discrimination in the industry. The members of the "Women in Cinema Collective" submitted a representation in this regard to Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, requesting his urgent intervention in the matter, the WCC said in its Facebook post. The state government had in May last year appointed a commission headed by former high court judge K Hema to look into the problems faced by women in Malayalam film industry on the basis of a memorandum submitted by WCC. It was for the first time that such a panel was set up to study the problems in the film industry. "We were sure that the study report could expose the problems of the industry and suggest solutions," the collective said. But, even after six months of its formation, no report had been released so far, it said. WCC, including actors, directors, script .
Pole dancing gave me the focus, grounding I needed, says Smilie Suri
"Kalyug" actress Smilie Suri says pole dancing gave her the focus and grounding she needed to heal herself after facing a setback on the career front.
Mariah Carey reveals battle with bipolar disorder
Singer Mariah Carey has spoken for the first time about her struggle with bipolar disorder.
Saudi Arabia to make Cannes debut this May
Saudi Arabia will be for the first time participating in the 71st Cannes Film Festival in France, which is set to run from May 8 to 19, 2018.The move comes a few months after the country lifted its 35-year ban on public cinemas.The country's new film organisation, the Saudi Film Council, will have a dedicated pavilion at the 'Marche du Film', reported The Hollywood Reporter."The kingdom looks forward to its debut presence at the festival. Saudi Arabia is embarking on the development of a sustainable and dynamic industry that supports and encourages all stages of a film cycle and offers an incredible range of locations for the world's filmmakers to discover," said Awwad Alawwad, Saudi culture minister and chairman of GCA's board, said in a statement.Nine short films by young Saudi filmmakers will screen at Cannes' Short Film Corner on May 14 and May 15, as part of the country's first trip to the Croisette.
French honour for filmmaker Shona Urvashi
Filmmaker and artist Shona Urvashi has been conferred a French honour for her contribution to bringing the new wave of independent cinema in India and improving the ease for foreign films and talent to work in and with India.
Shubhangi celebrates birthday with orphans (TV Snippets)
Actress Shubhangi Atre, who turned a year older on Wednesday, chose to celebrate her birthday with orphans here.
Actress Shweta Tripathi set to wed rapper SlowCheeta
What started out as a mid-air conversation five years ago is now culminating into a wedding for "Masaan" and "Haraamkhor" actress Shweta Tripathi and actor-rapper Chaitnya Sharma aka SlowCheeta on June 29.
Arjun feels Patralekhaa's honesty will inspire girls (Movie Snippets)
Actor Arjun Kapoor has rooted for actress Patralekhaa and says her honesty will inspire many girls to continue to continue to battle it out for the love of acting.
Indian film awards event to bring attention to pay gap
The forthcoming Dadasaheb Phalke Excellence Awards, in partnership with Smile Foundation, will highlight the pay gap that affects women in showbiz.
Will feel bad if Kapil doesn't make a comeback: Kiku Sharda
Comedian Kiku Sharda, best known for his role of Palak in "Comedy Nights With Kapil", says comedian Kapil Sharma should be given the space to recuperate. Kapil, who became a household name with show "Comedy Nights with Kapil", has been going through a rough patch in his career as well as in his personal life. Last year, Kapil (37) had confessed that he was suffering from depression and had undergone treatment for the same. "I have been working with him for years. We have spread a lot of laughter and cheer, so if today he says he is not keeping well, we should give him some space and time. I would request everyone to give him his space, let him relax," Kiku told reporters. Kiku was speaking at Lokmat Maharashtrian of The Year awards, last night. The comedy star recently made a comeback to small screen with "Family Time With Kapil Sharma" but the show has not been able to recreate the success of his previous shows and is now reportedly suspended. "I will feel very bad if an artiste ...
A good actor connects with the audience: Prabhudeva
Director Prabhudeva says it is a myth that only those who play challenging roles are appreciated by the audience. The key is to entertain the viewers and win their hearts, he says. "If you are playing a hero you have to connect with the audience. It is not that only if you do challenging roles then people will like you. You don't have to be a NASA scientist to show your acting (skills)," Prabhudeva told PTI. "Not all those who play tough roles are given the best actor awards, those who manage to entertain the audience also get recognition." After the success of his Tamil film "Devi", Prabhudeva says he was given similar offers but he prefers directing over acting. "I like both (acting and directing) as today there are a lot of exciting opportunities for me as an actor. But I love directing more than acting," he says. Prabhudeva says whether he is working as an actor or as a director, he tries to give his hundred per cent to his craft. "Once you become popular, it doesn't mean you let .
Gwen Stefani announces Las Vegas residency
Gwen Stefani has announced her Las Vegas residency at Planet Hollywood's Zappos Theater, which will begin in June. Stefani, 48, will take the stage with the show "Gwen Stefani - Just A Girl" at the Zappos Theatre, which is being promoted by Live Nation and Caesars Entertainment. "To be able to do a show in Vegas is such an incredible honour. Growing up in Anaheim, California, I could never have imagined one day having my own Vegas residency. "I have been so fortunate to tour throughout my career, but to create a show for Vegas is something I've never experienced and I can't wait, Gwen said in a statement. Stefani, Live Nation Las Vegas and Caesars Entertainment have also announced their partnership with Cure 4 The Kids Foundation, where one dollar of every ticket purchased will be donated to the non-profit organization.
Can't imagine life without acting: Kareena
Kareena Kapoor Khan says she has been acting for such a long time now that she cannot imagine herself in any other profession. Asked what she would be if not an actor, Kareena told reporters, "After 18 years of working in this profession, I don't know if I can even think of myself doing something else. I always wanted to be an actor, so I can't imagine life without acting." She was speaking at the 'Lokmat Maharashtrian of The Year' awards. The actor also received an award at the event. "Every award is important but to be awarded 'Maharashtrian of The Year' is extremely special. I am very proud of my state, my city. I feel very humble to receive this honour," the "Bajrangi Bhaijaan" star said. At the event, actor Akshay Kumar was also honoured, and Kareena said the "Airlift" star is most deserving of the award. "There is no one more deserving than him because his film choices are so brave. He has made films on varied topics and tried to do something different," she said.
Alex Garland 'The Toymaker's Secret' lands at TriStar Pictures
Tristar Pictures has landed the rights to Alex Garland's "The Toymaker's Secret". The 47-year-old director has penned the script of the film, but will not be helming it, reported Variety. Garlands has films such as "Annihilation" and "Ex Machina" to his directing credit. He has also written screenplays for movies "28 Days Later", "Sunshine", and "Never Let Me Go". Garland's wife Paloma Baeza, best known for the short film "The Window", has landed the directing duties from the studio. The film is about an American family who moves into an old Victorian house in London and begins to believe it might be haunted. The film will be produced by Garland, Andrew Macdonald, Allon Reich, and Cara Speller.
Damian Lewis to play ex-Toronto mayor Rob Ford in new film
Actor Damian Lewis will be playing controversial ex-Toronto mayor Rob Ford in a new film. Lewis will play the role in the film "Run This Town" which is currently in production in Toronto. In an interview with Kit Magazine, Lewis said he has been fitted with a prosthetic to play the former mayor. The film's cast also includes actors Ben Platt, Nina Dobrev and Mena Massoud. Platt will play a low-level reporter at a fictional newspaper, while Dobrev and Massoud will portray Ford's close aides. Ford made headlines after a drug scandal and a series of controversial comments during his time as Toronto mayor between 2010 and 2014. He died at age of 46 after a fight with a rare cancer.
Margaret Atwood says 9/11 terrorists got the idea from Star Wars
Author Margaret Atwood has said that she believes the 9/11 terrorists attacks may have been inspired from a plot point of sci-fi classic "Star Wars". Atwood's dystopian novel "The Handmaid's Tale" is enjoying a cultural resurgence as a TV adaptation has resonated strongly with feminist movements in the Donald Trump era. In an interview with Variety, the author discussed how an opera based on the novel that premiered in Denmark in 2000 had showed various things blowing up, including the "Twin Towers". Atwood, who was recognised as one of Variety's Power of Women honorees, said when the opera was staged again, they had to take it out "because it was no longer in the future". She asked the interviewer whether this gave him a creepy feeling and when he said, "Yes, it does", she replied, "They didn't get that idea from my opera, don't worry. They got the idea from "Star Wars". "Remember the first one? Two guys fly a plane in the middle of something and blow that up? The only difference is,
Madras HC vacates interim stay on film "Kaali" with rider
The Madras High Court today vacated the interim stay on the release of the tamil film "Kaali," subject to the condition that the producer and actor deposits Rs 2 crore to the credit of the civil suit pending before it. A Division Bench of Justices R Subbiah and Audikesavulu vacated the stay following an appeal filed by producer-cum-actor Vijay Antony against the order of a single judge, stalling the release of his movie. The bench then directed Antony to furnish a bank guarantee for the sum in the name of Registrar General of the High Court towards the account of the civil suit which was pending adjudication before it in the matter. On April 6, a single judge of the court had passed the interim order staying the release of the movie till April 11. The order was passed on the plea filed by one William Alexander, proprietor of Picture Box Company, against Fathima Vijay Antony, proprietor of Vijay Antony Pictures. Besides, the order stated that the interim stay shall stand ..
Salman, Akshay both fit the 'Bharat' bill: Manoj Kumar
Veteran actor Manoj Kumar, nicknamed Bharat Kumar, is very happy to see of two of today's superstars -- Akshay Kumar and Salman Khan -- carrying forward the work that he started 45 years ago.