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David Guetta, Sia reunite for 'Flames'

After the success of tracks like "Titanium", "She wolf (Falling to pieces)", "Bang My Head" and "Helium Remix", popular DJ-record producer David Guetta and singer Sia have joined forces again for a new track titled "Flames".

Put aside issues, give 'Shoebite' a chance: Big B

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan wishes his long-delayed movie "Shoebite", which got caught in a tiff between Percept Picture Company and UTV, gets a chance to see the light of the day.

Melody music will live forever: Javed Ali

Singer Javed Ali, who has sung tracks like "Jashn-e-bahaaran", "Arziyan", "Kun faya kun" and "Tu hi haqeeqat", believes that music in any form is nice but melody genre is evergreen.

Yelchin's parents reach settlement with automaker

"Star Trek Beyond" star Anton Yelchins parents have reached a settlement with the makers of the car that killed the actor in an accident two years ago.

Evans may retire as Captain America from 'Avengers'

Actor Chris Evans, who plays Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), is ready to move on from his superhero avatar.

Chris Evans, aka Captain America, to retire after 'Avengers 4'?

Chris Evans is probably done playing Captain America after the 2019's 'Avengers 4'.The 36-year-old has played the superhero since 2011's 'Captain America: The First Avenger'. He has starred in two sequels - 2014's 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier' and 2016's 'Captain America: Civil War' - along with two 'Avengers' movies.In an interview with The New York Times, Evans hinted that he might retire as Captain America after 'Avengers 4'."You want to get off the train before they push you off," he told the publication.The 'Ant-Man' star will be returning for reshoots for the fourth 'Avengers' movie later this year, but it is expected that they will mark the end of the road for him in the MCU.Evans has become one of the franchise's most revered heroes despite a "civil war" with fellow fan-favourite 'Iron Man', played by Robert Downey, Jr.Reports are doing the round that Downey Jr., too, may be ready to leave the Marvel universe.'Avengers: Infinity War' hits the big screens on April 27.

Here's the angry young man of 'Race 3'

After introducing a series of characters from his upcoming flick, 'Race 3', Salman Khan has now introduced the film's angry young man - Saqib Saleem.The 'Sultan' star took to Twitter to share a photo of Saqib's character and wrote alongside, " Suraj: the angry young man. #Race3 #Race3ThisEid @Saqibsaleem @SKFilmsOfficial @TipsOfficial".Helmed by Remo D'Souza, the third installment of 'Race' also stars Bobby Deol, Daisy Shah, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Anil Kapoor in pivotal roles.The film is slated to hit the big screens on Eid this year.

Big B not in favour of museum dedicated to him

Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan says he will not approve any proposal for building a "museum" dedicated to his life and work.

We were ready for criticism: Ahmed Khan on 'Ek Do Teen'

"Baaghi 2" director Ahmed Khan says the team was ready for criticism from the word go when they decided to recreate the chartbuster "Ek do teen" for their film.

Big B shares quirky new poster of '102 Not Out'

'Baap' Amitabh Bachchan looks cool whereas 'beta' Rishi Kapoor is old school in the first poster of the highly anticipated film '102 Not Out'.Big B took to Twitter to share the first look of the film where he is laughing at the 'Chandni' star, who can be seen coming out of an eggshell."T 2752 - Baap COOL, beta OLD SCHOOL! Presenting first look of #102NotOut! Celebrate life with this unusual father-son duo on 4th May! @chintskap @umeshkshukla @SonyPicsIndia #TreeTopEntertainment COME ONNNNNN .. !!!" the 'Thugs of Hindostan' star captioned the image.The movie, which is about a father and son love story, will see the two megastars sharing screen space after 27 years.The 'Pink' star plays a 102-year-old man, father to a 75-year-old Rishi Kapoor.'102 Not Out' is based on writer-director Saumya Joshi's successful Gujarati play by the same name.Directed by Umesh Shukla, the film is set for release on May 4.

Improve yourself with these amazing self-help offerings (IANS Books This Weekend)

Across the globe, there has always been a substantial interest in self-help books. We present four from the genre that have just hit the stands. A book that tells you about the significance of food in our lives; a simple "how to" guide to create a life that you desire; a timely tutorial on nurturing your adolescents in modern times; and, finally, expert opinion on becoming the greatest salesman in the world.

Margot Robbie to produce new Shakespearean drama series

"I, Tonya" star Margot Robbie will produce a new ten-episode female-focused Shakespeare series. The 27-year-old actor will produce the series through her LuckyChap Entertainment along with the Australian Broadcasting Company, Hoodlum and ABC Studios International, reported Deadline. The project will be led by a female creative team and produce 10 standalone episodes. Each episode will be based on one of Shakespeare's most celebrated plays updated to reflect our contemporary world. The project will be shot in Australia and filming is set to begin later this year. We are thrilled about this Australian partnership as an opportunity to showcase unique, distinctly female voices in writing, and to demonstrate the high quality of the Australian film and television industry. "The project will share diverse points of view, from writers representing the different cultures and areas within Australia, which many would not readily associate with works of Shakespeare," LuckyChap said in a

Fox Searchlight to make biopic of choreographer Alvin Ailey

Fox Searchlight is developing a biopic on the life of legendary choreographer Alvin Ailey. Ailey was best known for founding the interracial Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre in New York in 1958 and helped popularise modern dance. His "Revelations" became one of the most-performed modern dance pieces in history. The studio is working with dance theatre's artistic directors Robert Battle and Emerita Judith Jamison and in cooperation with the Ailey Organisation for the project, according to The Hollywood Reporter. "We are thrilled to be working with these incredible partners to bring to the screen the amazing journey and revolutionary choreography of Alvin Ailey, whose life and legacy profoundly impacted people of all backgrounds around the world," Battle said. Singer Alicia Keys and Susan Lewis will produce the project via their AK Worldwide production company along with Kinberg, Rachel Cohen, and Jana Edelbaum.

Anton Yelchin's family settles lawsuit against automaker

"Star Trek" star Anton Yelchin's parents have settled their wrongful death lawsuit with the Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles. The 27-year-old actor was killed in a freak car accident in June 2016, when he was pinned between a brick pillar and his vehicle, Jeep Grand Cherokee, after it rolled backwards down the steep driveway of his home in the San Fernando Valley, California. Victor and Irina Yelchin have sued executives at the car company, alleging the gear selector in the actor's Jeep Grand Cherokee was defective. reported Variety. The settlement, which has been kept confidential, was filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, according to legal documents obtained by People Magazine. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has also confirmed the settlement in a statement. "FCA US is pleased that we've reached an amicable resolution in this matter. The details of the settlement are confidential. We continue to extend our deepest sympathies to the Yelchin family for their tragic loss," a representative of the .

Joel Edgerton to star in Netflix drama 'The King'

Actor Joel Edgerton has joined the cast of Netflix's "The King". The "Red Sparrow" star was already on board the project as he co-penned the script with David Michod, who is also directing the film, reported Variety. This is third collaboration between Edgerton and Michod, who had earlier worked together on the films, "Animal Kingdom" (2010) and "The Rover" (2014). "Call Me By Your Name" star Timothee Chalamet is also aboard the project, playing the role of King Henry V of England. The film is a modern Shakespearean adaptation and follows a young, disgraced prince who inherits the crown and must learn what it means to be a king, guided by his one true friend, Falstaff (Edgerton). Brad Pitt, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Liz Watts, Edgerton and Michod are the producers on the project.

Claes Bang to star in sci-fi thriller 'The New Mrs. Keller'

Danish actor Claes Bang has joined the cast of the sci-fi thriller "The New Mrs. Keller". The 50-year-old actor will play the role of surgeon Dr David Keller in the film, which will be directed by French director Pierre Morel, reported Deadline. The film is set in the future where smart, beautiful and sophisticated, Vera Keller is far more than what she seems as she ensnares her husband, prominent surgeon Dr. David Keller, in a tense deception. Tom Rosenberg, Gary Lucchesi and Eric Reid will be producing the film and it is expected to start shooting in October. Bang rose to prominence last year with a leading role in the Ruben Ostlund's satirical drama "The Square". The film won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival last year and was also nominated in the Best Foreign film category at the Academy Awards. He will next appear in the next installment of the "Girl With the Dragon Tattoo" franchise, tilted "The Girl in the Spider's Web", alongside actor Claire Foy.

Chris Evans hints at Captain America's end after 'Avengers 4'

Actor Chris Evans, who plays superhero Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, might be stepping away from the franchise after the next year's "Avengers 4". The 36-year-old has portrayed the role in eight films, including cameos in three MCU movies, and is reprising the character in next month's "Avengers: Infinity War". In an interview with the New York Times, Evans has expressed his intention to step away from the role after "Avengers 4", which will hit theatres in May next year. "You want to get off the train before they push you off," Evans told the publication. He will return for reshoots of "Avengers 4" later this year, but it is expected that they will mark the end of the road for Evans in the MCU.

Christina Hendricks' love for trauma

"The Strangers: Prey At Night" director Johannes Roberts says actress Christina Hendricks wanted to do all the trauma scenes in the horror film.

Ringwald doesn't want her movies to be remade

Veteran actress Molly Ringwald says she would be devastated if her films in the 1980s -- "Pretty in Pink", "The Breakfast Club" and "Sixteen Candles" -- were remade.

Patrick Schwarzenegger claimed his role in 'Midnight Sun': Director

Director Scott Speer says casting actor Arnold Schwarzenegger's son Patrick in "Midnight Sun" was a "wonderful surprise".