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'Truth or Dare' to release in India on April 20
Blumhouse Production's supernatural-thriller "Truth or Dare" is set to release in India on April 20. Universal Pictures India is releasing the film in the country. Directed by Jeff Wadlow ("Kick-Ass 2"), "Truth or Dare" features actor Lucy Hale of "Pretty Little Liars" fame and Tyler Posey of "Teen Wolf". The film revolves around a group of friends who decide to play the game of truth or dare. Little did they know that this harmless game was about to turn deadly when someoneor rather something a supernatural entity begins to possess each member of the group and punishes them for lying or turning down the dare. The movie also features Violett Beane, Hayden Szeto, Landon Liboiron, Sophia Taylor Ali and Nolan Gerard Funk.
'Crazy Ex-Girlfriend' renewed for fourth season
Musical-comedy series 'Crazy Ex-Girlfriend' has been renewed for its fourth season.However, according to lead actor and series creator Rachel Bloom, the show will end with season 4.Bloom took to social media to make the announcement."Just turned on my wifi on our flight to Chicago and found out that #CrazyExGirlfriend has been renewed for a final season," Bloom tweeted with a cast photo from the plane.Also starring Vincent Rodriguez III, Donna Lynne Champlin, Pete Gardner, Velta Lovell, Gabrielle Ruiz, David Hull and Scott Michael Foster, 'Crazy Ex-Girlfriend' follows Rebecca Bunch as she stalks an ex-boyfriend from New York to California and winds up embroiled in a ridiculous level of drama.
New standards for journalists to fight fake news
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) and leading broadcasters launched a drive against fake news today with a new set of trust and transparency standards for journalists. The Journalism Trust Initiative (JTI), which hopes to be able to certify outlets and news sources with high standards of ethical norms and independence, is being backed by Agence-France Presse, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and the Global Editors Network. RSF head Christophe Deloire said the idea was that search engines and social media platforms would give preferential treatment in their algorithms to media outlets that met the standards. He hopes that it will lead to the setting up of a "trusted media label" in a world increasingly assaulted by fake news. The drive with the EBU, the world's top alliance of public broadcasters, aims to set news standards from individual bloggers to large international media groups. "In the new public arena in which false information circulates faster than real news, the defence ..
Ready to engage with journos to fight fake news menace: Irani
Following the Prime Minister's direction to withdraw guidelines regarding the accreditation of journalists in connection with the fake news, Information and Broadcasting Minister Smriti Irani said she would be happy to engage in a debate with journalists to fight the menace.Irani took to Twitter and said, "PIB Accreditation Guidelines asking Press Council of India & News Broadcasters Association to define & act against 'fake news' have generated debate. Several journalists & organisations have reached out giving positive suggestions regarding the same.""@MIB_India is more than happy to engage with journalist body or organisation/s wanting to give suggestions so that together we can fight the menace of 'fake news' & uphold ethical journalism. Interested journalists and/or organisations may feel free to meet me at @MIB_India," she added.An I&B ministry statement, issued on Monday, stated that if a journalist is found to have created or propagated fake news then ...
'Khichdi' makers recreate Venice in Vasai
The makers of "Khichdi" were disappointed at not making it to Venice for a shooting schedule, but were determined not to change the storyline.
Billie Lourd pays tribute to grandmother Debbie Reynolds
Billie Lourd on Monday paid a touching tribute to late grandmother Debbie Reynolds on the legendary Hollywood actor's 86th birthday.The 'American Horror Story: Cult' star took to Instagram to post a picture of herself smiling with Reynolds. Lourd's mother, Carrie Fisher, is also in the photo, burying her face in the 'Singin' In The Rain' star's shoulders.The 25-year-old captioned the photo with a series of emojis, including stars, crowns and a heart.Reynolds passed away on December 28, 2016 after suffering a stroke, only one day after Fisher tragically died of a heart attack.
'Parmanu The Story of Pokhran' to release on May 4
John Abraham's "Parmanu The Story of Pokhran" is set to release on May 4. Directed by Abhishek Sharma, the film also features Diana Penty and Boman Irani and is produced by John's production house, JA Entertainment. "Much in line with India's journey to becoming a nuclear power, our film's journey to its release has also had its own ups and downs. However, it is perhaps a befitting tribute to the true heroes of our nuclear program- our army and our scientists, that Parmanu is releasing in the same month as we are celebrate 20 years of Operation Shakti- India's nuclear test explosions in Pokhran in May 1998. "We are extremely proud of the film and what it stands for and can't wait to take it to our audience on 4th May, 2018," JA Entertainment's spokesperson said in a statement. The release date comes after the news of a fallout between John's JA Entertainment and co-producers KriArj Entertainment.
Richa Chadha preps for 'Section 375' (Movie Snippets)
Actress Richa Chadha has started prepping for her upcoming film "Section 375", a courtroom drama. She is even looking forward to attending some hearings.
Millie Bobby Brown gets huge raise for 'Stranger Things 3'
Actor Millie Bobby Brown, the breakout "Stranger Things" star, is getting a huge pay raise for the show's third season. Millie's initial contract with streaming giant Netflix called for her to make USD 250,000 per episode in season three. But according to TMZ, her salary would now be as high as USD 350,000 per episode, which would put her on par with Stranger Things' adult stars, Winona Ryder and David Harbour. Netflix has segregated the cast into three tiers. Adult actors Winona Ryder and David Harbour have been placed in the Tier A and both of them will be making USD 350,000 per episode. The group of the young actors -- Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, and Noah Schnapp -- have been placed in the Tier B and will get USD 250,000 per episode. The Tier C consists of teenage actors Natalia Dyer, Charlie Heaton and Joe Keery, and they will be pocketing a sum of USD 150,000 per episode. Millie was missing from all the three tiers when the makers announced the pay hike for .
Pulver almost reunited with Cumberbatch in 'Patrick Melrose'
Actor Lara Pulver revealed she almost reunited with her "Sherlock" co-star Benedict Cumberbatch in "Patrick Melrose". The 37-year-old actor, who played Irene Adler in the BBC One series, said director of the forthcoming series had approached her about the possibility to play Cumberbatch's wife in the new show. Things, however, did not come to fruition as both of them agreed that the established chemistry between the actors would have interfered with the new project's plot line. "Well, the director of Ben's 'Patrick Melrose' project did call to ask about me playing his wife, but we both decided it wouldn't work. When you've already been seen in a relationship together on such a large scale..." she told The Telegraph. Cumberbatch plays an aristocratic philanderer struggling with substance abuse in the Sky Atlantic series. Pulver also wrote off the possibility of her comeback on "Sherlock". "She's not in any more of the books, and how could you top that episode (where Irene greets ...
Madhuri Dixit makes Marathi film debut with 'Bucket List'
Dhak Dhak girl of Bollywood Madhuri Dixit is all set to make her Marathi movie debut in 'Bucket List.'An 'excited' Madhuri took to Twitter to share a fresh poster of the film where she can be seen happily riding a bike."Excited for my first Marathi film @karanjohar @DharmaMovies @apoorvamehta18 @AAFilmsIndia @bucketlistfilm produced by @Darkhorsecine @DARPictures @bluemustangcs & directed by @tejasdeoskar #bucketlist #bucketlistonmay25," the 50-year-old captioned the image.'Bucket List', produced by Dharma Productions, will be Karan Johar's second regional venture, after SS Rajamouli's Telugu-Tamil fantasy-drama 'Bahubali: The Beginning' (2015).Directed by Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar, the film is scheduled to hit theatres on May 25.
Cultural Festival of Tibet kicks off
The Central Tibet Administration (CTA) has launched a three-day Cultural Festival of Tibet at India International Centre here. Former Delhi CM Sheila Dikshit inaugurated the festival as its chief guest.
'Singham' Punjabi remake to release next year
The Punjabi remake of "Singham" is all set to be released next year, with Parmish Verma in the lead. Actor Ajay Devgn, who starred in the Hindi version of the 2010 Tamil film "Singam" featuring Suriya, announced the news on Twitter on his 49th birthday. "Punjab da sher (Tiger of Punjab)," wrote the actor and tagged Parmish, and producers of the film Kumar Mangat Pathak and Abhishek Pathak. Ajay, who is presenting the movie, also shared the poster. Parmish also took to social media to thank the actor for the opportunity. "Dreams Do Come true, Thank you @ajaydevgn sir, it's an honour, and a Very Very Happy Birthday. #Blessed, (sic)" he tweeted.
I was a reluctant actor: Abhay Deol
Abhay Deol was determined to create his own identity when he made his debut over a decade ago but coming from a film family, the actor says he was conflicted about fame. Abhay says people initially expected him to follow in on the footsteps of his uncle Dharmendra and cousin Sunny Deol but he chose alternative cinema over commercial projects to assert his individuality. "I feel my advantage of coming from a film family is -- having seen fame up close, having seen the industry so close and how it works, I was not enamoured by fame. "I wasn't looking to be a star, I just happened to love acting, I was a reluctant actor. So I was like how do I manage this without taking in the frenzy of becoming a star," Abhay told PTI in an interview. Abhay, who made his debut with Imtiaz Ali's "Socha Na Tha", says he remained doubtful about fame even when it came knocking at his door. The 42-year-old actor says he "ran away" when "Dev D", directed by Anurag Kashyap, became a cult hit as he felt its ...
PM orders I and B min to withdraw release on fake news
The Prime Minister's Office today ordered the Information and Broadcasting Ministry to withdraw its press release on fake news, holding that the decision on what constitutes fake news should be left to press bodies. According to official sources, the PMO felt that the government should not interfere in the matter. I and B ministry officials confirmed that the directives from the PMO on the issue have been received and said the press release is likely to be withdrawn shortly. The ministry had yesterday announced measures to contain fake news, saying a journalist's accreditation could be permanently cancelled if he or she is found generating or propagating fake news. The guidelines drew a sharp reaction from the Congress and several journalists. According to the amended guidelines for the accreditation of journalists, if the publication or telecast of fake news was confirmed, the accreditation of that journalist would be suspended for six months in the first violation and for one year ..
'Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran' to now release on May 4
John Abraham-starrer "Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran" will now release on May 4 instead of Friday after its co-producers JA Entertainment and KriArj Entertainment ended up in a lockdown. Its director Abhishek Sharma is happy as the movie's release now coincides with the same month as the Pokhran tests 20 years ago.
'It's true: I'm back!' Arnold Schwarzenegger tweets after heart surgery
Quoting his famous 'Terminator' catchphrase, Arnold Schwarzenegger has announced he is back on Twitter after undergoing open-heart surgery last week.He thanked his team of doctors and nurses, and expressed 'gratitude' for his fans."I went to sleep expecting to wake up with a small incision and woke up with a big one - but guess what? I woke up, and that's something to be thankful for," the 70-year-old wrote."Thank you to the doctors & nurses. And I'm truly filled with gratitude for all of the kind messages."The 'True Lies' actor and former California governor had the operation after complications from a less-invasive procedure at a Los Angeles hospital.His spokesperson, Daniel Ketchell, said on Twitter that on Thursday, Schwarzenegger "underwent a planned procedure to replace a pulmonic valve that was originally replaced due to a congenital heart defect in 1997."Ketchell said the actor was in "good spirits" following the surgery.
Nora Fatehi taking lessons in football (Movie Snippets)
Actress Nora Fatehi is taking lessons in football from actor Ranveer Singh's coach Govi Tyler.
I intend to come back stronger: Ranveer Singh on injury
Ranveer Singh, who recently suffered a shoulder injury, today said that he was on the path to recovery and is concentrating on coming back "stronger". The 32-year-old actor took to Twitter to thank fans for their wishes and revealed that he sustained a "labral tear" in his left shoulder during a football match. "Thank you for the good wishes everyone. I'm good. It's just a labral tear in my left shoulder. I intend to come back stronger... Love you all," Ranveer wrote. A spokesperson for the "Padmaavat" star yesterday said in a statement that he would not perform at this year's IPL opening ceremony as doctors had strictly advised him against overstraining his shoulder. Ranveer, however, will continue shooting for his next "Gully Boy". "Ranveer will continue to shoot for 'Gully Boy' as per its shooting schedule which is not physically strenuous since only performance-based talkie scenes are left to be shot," the statement had added. The actor is also working in Rohit Shetty's cop film ..
Indian web series heads to Cannes
Indian web series "ImMATURE", a coming-of-age story about the first adventures in a young mans life, has been selected for the first edition of the Cannes International Series Festival - CANNESERIES.