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Miranda Lambert, Anderson East split
Singers Miranda Lambert and Anderson East have reportedly split after two years of dating.
Donal's character draws inspiration from Deepika
Actress Donal Bisht says her new character in the show "Ek Deewaana Tha" is inspired by Naina, played by Deepika Padukone in the film "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani".
Filmmaker Nikhil Advani bereaved
Filmmaker Nikhil Advani's mother, Rekha, passed away this evening, a family source said. The cause of her death was not immediately known. The last rites will be performed tomorrow at Banganga, Nepean Sea Road, here at 1 pm, the source said. Besides Nikhil, Rekha is survived by daughter Monisha and son Kunal.
Jubilant fans welcome Salman as he arrives at 'Galaxy'
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan received a rousing welcome from his fans today as he arrived at his residence here from Jodhpur, where he was granted bail bya court in the 1998 black buck poaching case. Earlier in the day, the actor walked out of the Jodhpur Cenral Jail after a sessions court granted him bail in the two-decades-old case, in which he has been sentenced to a five-year prison term. Delirious fans burst fire crackers and danced to the chants of "Swag Se Karenge Salman Ka Swagat" as the 52-year-old actor reached his residence in the Galaxy Apartments in suburban Bandra at around 8.10 pm from the Mumbai airport. After spending two nights in the jail, the actor took a private jet from Jodhpur at around 5.50 pm and landed in Mumbai at about 7.10 pm. Fans danced amidst chants of "Welcome Bhai" and "Salman, Salman" as he made his way into his residence. Soon after he reached his first-floor flat, Salman appeared in the balcony with his long-time bodyguard, Shera, and waived at .
'Swag se swagat' for Salman on homecoming
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan arrived at his house here this evening amid bursting of crackers and wild celebrations by fans, hours after getting bail in the 1998 black buck poaching case from a Jodhpur court. The 52-year-old actor today walked out of the Jodhpur jail after a sessions court granted him bail in the two-decades-old case, in which he was given a five-year prison sentence. He spent two nights in the jail. Salman reached his residence in the Galaxy Apartments in suburban Bandra around 8 pm. The moment he reached home, the jubilant fans who had gathered outside his residence started bursting fire crackers amid screams of "welcome bhai". Wearing a black T-shirt, a pair of jeans and a cap, Salman was seen siting on the front seat of his car. On his way home from the Mumbai airport, he was accompanied by his long-time bodyguard, Shera. He later came to the balcony of his apartment and waved at the fans. According to sources, the actor took a private jet from Jodhpur that ...
My heart goes out to Salman's friends, family: Shoaib Akhtar
Hours after Salman Khan was granted bail in connection with the Blackbuck poaching case, former Pakistani pacer Shoaib Akhtar on Saturday said that his heart goes out to his family and friends.Talking to ANI, Akhtar, expressed sympathy for the bollywood actor and said that though he is saddened by the news that his 'friend' Salman is being sentenced to five years in prison in the case, he respects the decision of honorable court of India."I have a respect for honourable court of India. The law must take its course. We got to respect the decision of what honorable court has to say. For Salman to get bail, as a friend, my heart goes out for his friends and family," Akhtar said.The bail plea was heard in a Jodhpur court today regarding the actor's conviction for five years in the endangered species' poaching case.The actor had on Thursday appealed for a bail following his conviction in the 20-year-old case.Salman was sentenced to five years in prison after being convicted of killing two .
Russell Crowe's $104K violin high note of Sydney auction
A 128-year-old Italian violin that Russell Crowe learned to play in a few months before he starred in the 19th century war drama "Master and Commander" stole the show among movie memorabilia on offer at the Oscar-winning actor's auction today. The rare instrument by Leandro Bislach sold for 135,000 Australian dollars (USD 104,000), the highest price for movie-related offerings among 227 lots up for sale in Sydney as part of the Australia-based New Zealander's divorce settlement. More surprisingly, a costume that Crowe wore in the same 2003 movie wasn't far behind, raking in AU$115,000. While the violin was close to the top of Sotheby Australia's valuation, the winning bid for character Captain Jack Aubrey's dress uniform exceeded the auctioneer's hopes by AU$80,000. The violin's price was only exceeded by a painting from Crowe's extensive collection by Australian artist Brett Whiteley, "Moreton Bay Fig and Palms," which sold for AU$190,000. The auction, titled "The Art of Divorce," ..
No opportunities for girls in Tollywood Industry: Sri Reddy
Telugu artist, Sri Reddy, who stripped and staged a protest on Saturday, demanding justice for not getting work in Telugu film industry, said that 'Telegu girls' do not get opportunities in the Tollywood industry.Speaking to ANI, Sri Reddy said, "Telegu girls are not getting chances in the Tollywood industry. Some industry people are just using the girls and not giving them opportunities in the movies."The incident took place in Film Nagar, where the artist removed her clothes, gathering a huge crowd.Following this, Banjara hills police reached the spot and urged the artist to file a formal complaint, to which Reddy refused and continued her protest."She didn't register complaint and was removed from the spot as she was creating a nuisance. We'll take action after watching the CCTV footage," Assistant Commissioner of Police Banjarahills, KS Rao told ANI.The controversial artist was in news earlier for alleging sexual exploitation in Tollywood and having controversial arguments on TV ..
Experimental shows losing ground in TRP race, says Hiten
Actor Hiten Tejwani says most of the TV shows are a celebration of stereotypes and experimental projects are not surviving in the TRP race.
Actress strips alleging locals not given enough chances;booked
Causing a flutter, a Telegu actress today stripped before the film chamber office here in full public glare alleging local artistes were not being given enough opportunities in the industry. Police booked Sri Reddy for the act under Section 294 of the Indian Penal Code (obscene acts in any public place). The actress was protesting in front of the Telegu Film Chamber of Commerce at the posh Banjara Hills here. A video clip in her twitter handle showed her handing over her bag to a lady and then beginning to remove her clothes. Sri Reddy alleged that Telugu film directors and producers, instead of giving opportunities to local artistes, were offering more chances to those from other states, a police official said. The actress also claimed that she was not given membership of the Movie Artistes Association (MAA), he said. "We have a booked a case under 294 IPC (obscene acts in any public place). FIR was filed against her," the police official added. The case was booked suo ..
Jodhpur Jail inmates not allowed to meet relatives during Salman's stay
During the time Bollywood actor Salman Khan was lodged in Jodhpur Central Jail, the prisoners were allegedly not allowed to meet their relatives.Speaking to ANI, the prisoners' relatives said the police were not letting them meet the prisoners inside jail."It is for the first time I am unable to meet my husband," a woman said.Meanwhile, the actor left the jail premises in the evening, after he was granted bail by a Jodhpur court in connection with the 1998 blackbuck poaching case.
Bollywood reacts to Salman's bail
The embarkment of weekend elevated the timbre of Salman Khan's friends and fans as the Bollywood actor was granted bail by Jodhpur Court in connection with the Blackbuck poaching case on Saturday.The star is expected to leave for Mumbai at the earliest and resume his work.Several Bollywood celebrities came out in support of the actor.Singer Ankit Tiwari tweeted, "The strongest person in our industry to deal such situations that too these many times @BeingSalmanKhan We are with you and we love you #WeSupportSalmanKhan".Salman's old friend and singer Adnan Sami also wrote, "So happy for the bail of my dear brother @BeingSalmanKhan. Relieved. Come home. 'JAI HO!' #SalmanKhan."His 'Prem Ratan Dhan Payo' co-actor, Neil Nitin Mukesh also tweeted, "And he finally gets Bail. @BeingSalmanKhan more strength to you bhai. Believe in the power of justice and the God above. #WeSupportSalmanKhan."His Dabangg co-star, Sonakshi Sinha posted a snap with the star saying, "The force and the forcefield .
Anushka to be honoured as Path Breaking Producer
The Dadasaheb Phalke Excellence Award for 2018 is being awarded to Bollywood actor Anushka Sharma for her genre-defining successful movies.The 29-year-old actress is being widely revered for breaking new grounds as a film producer, along with her brother Karnesh Sharma.Their company Clean Slate Films began their production journey with the hugely successful NH10.At the age of 25, when she was at the peak of her career as a superstar, she became the youngest producer ever with a commitment to quality and desire to make entertaining cinema that pushed the content envelope.Given that their three home productions of Clean Slate Films have won applause from critics and movie buffs as well as become success stories, the Dadasaheb Phalke Foundation has decided to honour her contribution.Anushka along with her brother Karnesh have also empowered young talent by giving them big-ticket breaks in the industry as directors, musicians, composers, technicians, etc by backing and believing raw ...
Netflix to broadcast 8-part series on Mumbai Indians
An eight-part series on the Mumbai Indians IPL team, bringing to viewers never-before-seen aspects of the three time champions, will be broadcast on internet television network Netflix. The series will spend time with players during the 2018 season, both on and off the field, on the road and at home, a media release said today. It is produced by Cond Nast Entertainment and will be available on Netflix to over 117 million members in 190 countries across the globe, the release added.
Madhubani railway station gets a makeover with Mithila paintings
Once looked upon as a dirty railway station, Madhubani station in Bihar now sports a completely different look.
Salman to appear before Jodhpur court again on May 7: Lawyer, Bishnoi community
Mahipal Bishnoi, the lawyer of Bishnoi community, who fought to convict actor Salman Khan in Blackbuck poaching case, on Saturday informed that the actor again has to appear before the court in person on May 7.Interacting with the reporters, the lawyer said that the Bollywood actor has been granted bail on two bonds of Rs 25 thousand each and on condition that he cannot leave the country."He will have to submit two bonds of Rs 25 thousand each, he cannot leave the nation without the court's permission and will have to appear here again in person on May 7," Mahipal said.Meanwhile, fans of 'Bhaijaan' are celebrating the release of their favourite actor with great zeal, across the country.Fans in Mumbai gathered outside Salman's resident and celebrated the 'Dabangg' actor's release.In Bihar's Patna, the actor's Rakhi sisters of Saba and Farah, celebrated following the court's decision.The Bollywood actor was granted bail by Jodhpur Court in connection with the Blackbuck poaching case ...
Grammy nominee Raja Kumari eyes Bollywood music
Grammy-nominated Indian-American songwriter Raja Kumari, also a rapper, desires her music -- that she uses as a bridge between the East and West -- to reach far and wide. And so, she wants to get involved in Bollywood as it has a "great impact" on the world.
Kate Hudson pregnant with third baby
Kate Hudson's fan goes kooky as the actress revealed that she is pregnant with a baby girl, with her boyfriend Danny Fujikawa.The star took to Instagram on Saturday to post a gender reveal party video that showcases a baby bump, while she and her family pop balloons that contain smaller pink balloons and pink confetti.The 'Almost Famous' actress wrote alongside, "SURPRISE!!! If you've wondered why I've been so absent on my social channels it's because I have never been more sick! It was the most sick first trimester of all my children. Boomerangs have made me nauseous, Superzoom is an easy way to have my head in the toilet, food instagrams make me queezy and thinking too much about insta stories made me even more exhausted than I already had been. If you've seen me out and about smiling and pretending like everything is amazing...I was lying! BUT! I have broken through on the other end of that and rediscovering the joys of insta/snap. We have been trying to keep this pregnancy under .
'Titanic' to be screened on ocean liner
Iconic film "Titanic" is set to have a special screening on a 88-year-old real-life ocean liner, that was built, like the Titanic, for the Cunard/White Star Line. On April 21, Alamo Drafthouse and Rolling Roadhouse are screening the 1997 blockbuster on board The Queen Mary ocean liner in Long Beach, California, to watch the film, reported Entertainment Weekly. "We will never let go of the story of Jack, Rose, and the 'Ship of Dreams'. So we can't wait to celebrate this landmark film in the most amazing way imaginable," Henri Mazza, Alamo Drafthouse Vice President of Large Events, said in a statement. After 1001 crossings of the Atlantic, The Queen Mary is now a hotel and museum. As part of the experience, ticket holders will also receive a self-guided tour of the ship, as well as access to the museum and a look at the Titanic exhibit.
Terminator' reboot release postponed
Paramount has pushed the release date of "Terminator" movie by three months. The studio said the move is not related to Arnold Schwarzenegger's open-heart surgery last week, reported Variety. The studio is changing the release date of the untitled movie from July 26, 2019, to November 22, 2019. Paramount said that the date change had been in the works prior to Schwarzenegger undergoing the emergency procedure at a Los Angeles hospital. Linda Hamilton will be returning as Sarah Connor, with Schwarzenegger also on board to reprise the role of his iconic cyborg. The sequel will be produced by Skydance and series creator James Cameron. According to Cameron, the movie, directed by Tim Miller, will be a direct sequel to "Terminator 2: Judgment Day.