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Cancel your plans, watch 'A Quiet Place', Chris Pratt
John Krasinski's "A Quiet Place" impressed Chris Pratt so much that he posted a video on his Instagram to rave about the thriller. Krasinski has written, directed and stars in the film opposite real-life wife Emily Blunt. "I know that I'm not supposed to be driving and shooting a video at the same time, but I'm stuck in traffic. I just got out of A Quiet Place you have to go see this movie! Just cancel your plans, stop what you're doing, and go to the movie theatre," Pratt says in the video. "I cannot tell you how freaking dope that movie is. That will scare the c**p out of you. It's moving, it's inventive, it's unlike everything you've ever seen. Wow. I cannot endorse this movie enough. John Krasinski, Emily Blunt, two kids, freaky f**king monsters. You just gotta go see it." The film earned the second-biggest debut of this year after "Black Panther". Krasinski's Hollywood friends have taken to social media to praise the film. Those who have praised the film include Elizabeth Banks,
Manjrekar wants Salman promote "Race 3" in "Bigg Boss" Marathi
Actor-filmmaker Mahesh Manjrekar says Salman Khan is happy that he is hosting the Marathi version of "Bigg Boss". After its popularity in Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, Bangla and Telugu-speaking markets, reality show "Bigg Boss" in set to have a Marathi version now with Manjrekar as its host. Salman hosts the Hindi version. "When I signed the contract, I told Salman I am doing 'Bigg Boss' in Marathi. He was more than happy and is hopeful I will enjoy doing it. The only thing he told me is to be understanding with the contestants," Manjrekar told PTI. Manjrekar and Salman have worked in a number of films together like "Wanted", "Dabangg", "Ready" and "Jai Ho", among others. The 59-year-old actor says he would love to have the "Sultan" star on his version of "Bigg Boss". "I told the team since 'Race 3' (which features Salman) is releasing in June, we should call him to promote the film. It will be a great thing for the show, it will get a boost." The show will have 15 celebrity contestants as .
I do films for entertainment, not for any social purpose, says R Balki
Social issues may be at the centre of R Balki's films but the director says his main aim is to always create a story that starts a conversation and is entertaining to the viewers. The director's latest "Pad Man", featuring Akshay Kumar, addressed the taboo surrounding menstrual hygiene in India and was based on the life of Arunachalam Muruganantham. Addressing the students of Massachusetts Institute of Technology during their annual India conference, Balki said, "I never do a film for any social purposes. I do it for pure entertainment. My definition of entertainment is what entertains me. "When I was doing 'Cheeni Kum', a lot of people told me that India is a young country you are doing a movie with a 64-year-old man and a 32-year-old woman. I said no. I am not doing a film with 64-year-old man and 32-year-old man. I am doing a film with Amitabh Bachchhan. They did not get it." Balki said after the movie, he was approached by many elderly people who appreciated its concept. "A lot of
Saudi Arabia to participate in Cannes Film Festival
Saudi Arabia has announced that it will be participating in the Cannes Film Festival. A total of nine short films by young local filmmakers will be screened at the Short Film Corner during the festival on May 14 and 15, reported Variety. Saudi Film Council, which was recently launched by the country's General Culture Authority (GCA) after the lifting of 35-year-old ban on the films, will also set up a pavilion in order to enable the guests to participate in roundtable discussions with Saudi industry representatives and to understand the Kingdom's industry ambitions through its various initiatives and programmes. "The kingdom looks forward to its debut presence at the festival, celebrating and supporting the diversity of talent and opportunities within the Saudi film industry," , Saudi culture minister and chairman of GCA's board Awwad Alawwad said in the statement. "Saudi Arabia is embarking on the development of a sustainable and dynamic industry that supports and encourages all ...
A good story always connects with audience: Bhushan Kumar (Movie Snippets)
Bollywood producer and T-Series head honcho Bhushan Kumar, whose films "Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety" and "Raid" have drawn audiences this year, says a good story will always get footfalls.
Supriya sought advice from Pankaj Kapur for 'Khichdi'
Noted actor Supriya Pathak says she was initially uncertain about playing the role of Hansa Parekh in "Khichdi". The actor, who is all set to reprise her role of Hansa, a lazy housewife who loves dressing up, in the third season of the show, says she was initially offered both the characters - Hansa and Jayshree, who controls the management of the house but enjoys gossip. The role of Jayshree was played by Vandana Pathak. Producer J D Majethia and Aatish Kapadia had left the decision on Pathak about which role she would like to play. "I thought that usually people who have dialogues are shown more on television, the camera is on them. Hansa doesn't do anything, Jayshree does a lot of things and even talks a lot. I was in a dilemma," the actor told PTI. Pathak says she eventually tried seeking the advice of actor-husband Pankaj Kapur, who told her to go by her instincts. "...He said I should go by what I love. I liked Hansa, I have never played a mad part. My mind had to be switched ...
Vegan's paradise: Coachella
It is easier to find a find an avocado smoothie than a Diet Coke in there - this is the scene of the world's most vegan-friendly music festival, Coachella.Coachella is one of the most renowned music carnivals known for its eclectic music lineup, Intagrammable sunsets, and filter-friendly glitter bug aesthetics.However, this year, the annual Palm Spring, California festival is offering more than just that - it is bringing the most interesting food lineup, the bulk of which is vegan or vegan-friendly, according to The Independent.With loads of vegan food stalls, branding animal-product free options, the festival is going to be more of an eating gala than a musical get together.
'Unfreedom': Unbearably harsh, brutal, violent (Review)
Film: "Unfreedom"; Director: Raj Amit Kumar; Cast: Victor Banerjee, Bhanu Uday, Preeti Gupta, Bhavani Lee and Adil Hussain; Rating: ***(3 Stars)
Mahalakshmi wants albums for TV shows' songs
Singer Mahalakshmi Iyer, who has sung for daily soaps by producer Ekta Kapoor and more, says it would be nice to have an album featuring songs of TV shows.
Colton Haynes officially returning to 'Arrow'
Colton Haynes is making a comeback on 'Arrow' season 7 as a series regular.Haynes, who joined the cast for two-episodes in the sixth season, is happy to be back on the CW superhero drama."I could not be happier to return to my role as Roy Harper alongside my 'Arrow' family," the 'Teen Wolf' alum said, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter.The 'Arrow' executive producers said in a joint statement, "We're very fortunate and excited to welcome back Colton to 'Arrow'. While we've always enjoyed Colton's returns to the show, we couldn't be more thrilled to have him return as a proper series regular, and we're very excited about all the creative opportunities Roy Harper's return affords us."The 29-year-old's credits also include 'Scream Queens' and 'American Horror Story'.
Twitter raves non-stop about 'Raazi' trailer
Ever since the trailer of 'Raazi' is out, the Twitterati has been going gaga over it.The trailer showed Alia Bhatt as Sehmat - a Kashmiri girl who gets married to a Pakistani army officer, essayed by Vicky Kaushal - in an incredible and gripping tale of love, trust, and patriotism.A user wrote, "Awesome trailer...it has been a long time since I have seen something so good that gave me next level goosebumps. Alia simply Rocks!!!?? #raazitrailer".Another user wrote, "This is such a powerful scene? #RaaziTrailer"."She always makes me so proud of her. #RaaziTrailer", read another tweet."GIVE HER ALL AWARDS...#RaaziTrailer", wrote another.One tweet read, "Wow. Just take a bow @aliaa08 for performing such a difficult role brilliantly. #RaaziTrailer is damn intriguing. Sureshot winner."Another fan posted, "A strong headed girl..!! #SHADESOFSEHMAT #RaaziTrailer".Helmed by Meghna Gulzar and produced by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions, the spy-romantic flick is based on 'Calling Sehmat', a ...
Punjabi songs are mood lifters: Guru Randhawa
With a discography studded with hits like "Lahore", "High rated gabru", "Suit suit" and "Ban ja rani", singer Guru Randhawa, who is amused with all the love that comes his way, says Punjabi songs are virtual mood lifters.
I've magical memories associated with 'Peter Rabbit': Rose Byrne
Actress Rose Byrne says working on "Peter Rabbit" was magical as it took her back to her early childhood days.
Emily Ratajkowski feels camera shy in front of family
Actor Emily Ratajkowski has revealed that she is "camera-shy" when she is with her family as the moments are "much more intimate" than acting in a film. The 26-year-old model admitted that she gets "super embarrassed and nervous" in front of the camera when her loved ones are around, reported Femalefirst. "When I'm acting, it's a character, and when it's modelling, it's a fantasy world. Even when I'm taking pictures for my Instagram, that's a specific second of a world; that's not reality," she said. "Sometimes, when my friends take a picture of me on vacation, or I'm with my husband, I feel camera shy. When my husband pulls out the camera, I get super embarrassed and nervous, because it's so much more intimate and honest and really us," she added.
Do you remember the first TV show that just got you..?
There is always a TV show that just hit you in a way that you left you feeling befuddled and enraptured. You might have got many childhood memories attached to that specific sitcom which made you fall in love with itself.In a similar heed, American-Pakistan actor, writer, and comedian, Kumail Nanjiani, has opened the floodgates on Twitter after asking his followers if they remember the first television show they fell in love with.The 40-year-old artist wrote, "Q: what was the 1st TV show you loved, completely? Not cartoons you watched as a kid. I mean, as you got a bit older. Maybe early teens, when you could really start engaging intellectually. For me, Star Trek: TOS. Intellectually, emotionally. Blew me away. The world felt bigger".A series of interesting choices ranging from The Twilight Zone, Gilmore Girls, Seinfeld, and Twin Peaks came out.Here are some of the selected few:A user commented, "Same! The original Star Trek was where I first encountered ...
Don't want to play sexy boy my whole life: Antonio Banderas
Antonio Banderas has described the experience of working on the series "Genius: Picasso", which is based on the life of legendary painter Pablo Picasso, as "incredible liberation" as it enabled him to escape from the labels that quite often get attached to an actor. The 57-year-old actor said it would be "pathetic" for him to keep on playing "sexy boy" characters. ''I found incredible liberation in that (playing Picasso) because you escape from certain labels that people put you in - you know, the Latin lover or other thing, you know, is fine for a while and it's fun for a while. ''But I'm 57. I don't want to be the sexy boy my whole life, because that would be pathetic," Banderas told CBS.
Ami Vora says designing for TV show was hectic but worthy
Designer Ami Vora, who designed the outfit for Eisha Singh for "Ishq Subhan Allah", says working on the project has been hectic, but completely worth it.
Hoffman was heartbroken with Markle, Adams exiting 'Suits'
Actor Rick Hoffman says losing "Suits" co-stars Meghan Markle and Patrick J. Adams is like losing a part of the shows "heart muscle".
Bebe Rexha announces debut album 'Expectations'
Singer Bebe Rexha has revealed the name of her debut LP and said it will be released in June this year. The "I Got You" hitmaker said her album, 'Expectations', will be available for pre-order from April 13 before its official release on June 22 via Warner Bros Records. "My Debut album 'Expectations' out for pre-order this Friday April 13th," the 28-year-old singer tweeted while also sharing the cover of the album. Rexha first collaborated with Fall Out Boy's Pete Wentz on his side project Black Cards but left the band after two years. Since then, she has released a string of hit singles, working with the likes of Eminem, Rihanna, Nicky Minaj and others.
No one cared how I felt as an actor before 'October': Varun
Varun Dhawan has mostly been part of massy entertainers except Sriram Raghavan's "Badlapur", in which he played an intense part, and now with Shoojit Sircar's "October", the actor is hopeful that the audience will find his performance novel. The actor says irrespective of the box office result, he is confident the people won't come out saying he has repeated himself in the film, a romantic drama. "No matter how the film fares, I can say with surety that there's not a single frame where you would say, 'He has done this in that film'. There's no repetition of expression or dialogue delivery," Varun said in an interview here. Shoojit, who has directed "Student of the Year" actor for the first time, had earlier said he wasn't aware about him and his work. But when the two started working on "October", Varun was surprised the way the "Piku" director got him to do scenes. "He (Shoojit) hadn't seen a single film of mine so, he wouldn't know how I act, but the way he broke a scene down was ...