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Amitabh back to Mumbai, to promote, shoot new films
After a gruelling shooting schedule for "Thugs of Hindostan" in Jodhpur, megastar Amitabh Bachchan is back to Mumbai, where he will gear up for the promotions and shooting of his other projects.
Jacqueline did 'full justice' to 'Ek Do Teen', says Salman
Superstar Salman Khan has praised Jacqueline Fernandez for her version of Madhuri Dixit's iconic song "Ek Do Teen". The 52-year-old actor said his "Race 3" co-star Jacqueline has done "full justice" to the song from the 1988 film "Tezaab". "Loved the song, Jackie has done full justice to the legendary moves of Saroj Khan. Difficult to match Madhuri. Nice to see Varun and Jackie to our songs makes us proud and keeps the songs alive and fans listening, dancing and having a blast. Makes me proud. Enjoy Karo! (sic)" tweeted Salman. The rehashed song, which is part of Tiger Shroff-Disha Patani-starrer "Baaghi 2", was blasted by many on Twitter and was also labelled "crass" by "Tejaab" director N Chandra.
Chrissy Metz says stepfather abused her over her weight
"This Is Us" star Chrissy Metz has opened up about her life in a new memoir "This Is Me" where she details facing physical and emotional abuse at the hands of her stepfather. The 37-year-old star, who grew up in poverty, shot to international fame with her portrayal of Kate Pearson on the hit TV show. The actor said when she was 8 years old, her father left her mother Denise to raise Chrissy and her two elder siblings -- Monica and Philip. Her mother had another baby with a boyfriend before she met their future stepfather, Trigger. "I'm a tough cookie. But it's one of those things that attempts to break your spirit" Metz told People magazine. The actor said while her stepfather loved his biological children, he was offended by the way she looked. "My mom married Trigger at the courthouse. Soon she was pregnant again, with another girl, Abigail. Trigger loved his two biological children, and was even welcoming to Morgana. Me, not so much. My mother was always at work, so she didn't ...
Newly-single Zayn revives 'Pillowtalk' video look
Singer Zayn Malik has unveiled bleach blonde hair -- similar to his look in the "Pillowtalk" video, which also featured his former girlfriend Gigi Hadid.
Urmila is a massive star, not an item girl: Abhinay Deo
Bollywood's "Mast" and "Chhama chhama" Urmila Matondkar will be seen in a special song "Bewafa beauty" in the movie "Blackmail". The film's director Abhinay Deo says they were not looking for an "item girl" for this song.
Sting, Shaggy, Shawn Mendes to rock at Queen's birthday
Queen Elizabeth II's birthday has quite a lineup of performers for her upcoming birthday celebration - including musicians Sting, Shaggy, and Shawn Mendes.Scheduled for April 22 at Royal Albert Hall in London, the ceremony will see Grammy nominee Craig David, choral group Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Pop queen Kylie Minogue, British singer Anne-Marie, apart from the rock star Sting, pop star Mendes, and musician Shaggy.The list of performers, which was revealed on Wednesday, also included Sir Tom Jones, the singer whom the Queen knighted in 2006.The members of the royal family along with the Queen will attend the celebration ceremony which will be broadcasted on the BBC network, according to E! Online.
Netflix to include warning video in '13 Reasons Why' episodes
Netflix has released the results of a study that shows the impact of its series "13 Reasons Why" had on young viewers. The study was commissioned by Northwestern University's Center on Media and Human Development, and it states that "71% of teens and young adults found the show relatable, and nearly three-quarters of teen and young adult viewers said the show made them feel more comfortable processing tough topics". The press release, signed by Brian Wright, Netflix VP of Original Series, further stated that some of the findings were unexpected and profound - more than half of teens reached out to someone to apologize for how they had treated them, and nearly three-quarters of teens said that they tried to be more considerate about how they treated others after watching the show. In response to the report, the streaming giant has announced a number of changes, including an introductory video from the main cast of the show -- Dylan Minnette, Katherine Langford, Justin Prentice, and ...
I was dying inside: Ronit Roy on keeping away from TV
He received unprecedented popularity with his role as Rishabh Bajaj in "Kasauti Zindagi Kii" and later as Mihir Virani in "Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi", becoming one of the highest paid actors in the small screen industry. But Ronit Roy says there came a point when he felt he was "dying inside", and so he distanced himself from the television medium.
Salman's co-star seeks his help for TB treatment
Superstar Salman Khan's 'Veergati' co-star Pooja Dadwal, who is reportedly battling with Tuberculosis, has reached out to the actor for financial aid.Pooja sought 'Sultan' star's help in a video where she said she has no money for her treatment."Salman sir, today, I am at that point in my life when I really need your help. Some of my friends have helped me come out from the well of death. Neither do I have money for my treatment, nor do I have someone to support me," Pooja said."I don't expect any money from you sir, but I want my treatment to be done. I want to live again. I hope, seeing my present condition, you will stand by me," she added.Pooja Dadwal was seen with Salman Khan in the 1995 flick 'Veergati'. She later starred in movies like 'Hindustan', 'Inteqaam' and 'Dabdaba'.
Dakota Johnson, Zazie Beetz join untitled Annapurna thriller
Actors Dakota Johnson and Zazie Beetz have boarded the cast of Annapurna Pictures' new thriller. The two actors join "Call Me By Your Name" star Armie Hammer in the film, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Hammer will play a New Orleans bartender whose life begins to unravel after he picks up a phone left behind at his bar. The untitled film will be written and directed by Iranian filmmaker Babak Anvari while Lucan Toh of Two & Two Pictures, and Christopher Kopp of AZA Films will co-produced it. The film has the release date of March 29, 2019. Beetz, 26, had a breakout role in "Atlanta", which also starred Donald Glover and Paul Simms. She will next be seen in "Deadpool 2", where she is playing the role of mutant Domino. Johnson, 28, recently reprised her role of Anastasia Steele in "Fifty Shades Freed".
Chris Pratt shares experience of working with Robert Downey Jr.
Actor Chris Pratt has revealed that "Avengers" star Robert Downey Jr. had called him to congratulate on his casting for the "Guardians of the Galaxy". Pratt played the role of Peter Quill aka Star Lord in the James Gunn-directed "Guardians of the Galaxy" and later followed it up with "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2". He is reprising his role in "Avengers: Infinity War", which has a gigantic cast of actors playing superheroes. "When I first arrived in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Downey was the first to call and tell me, Hey man, welcome. If there's anything you need I will help. There are so few people on the planet who are going through what you're going through right now. I have, so I'm here. I'll always answer the phone,'" Pratt told Empire magazine. "I feel completely empowered to pay it forward with Tom (Holland) or Chadwick (Boseman) Now I just really feel compelled to offer them, even if it's a fraction of what Downey was able to offer me, and just say, 'Anything you need, ...
Eric Bana took no time to say yes to 'The Forgiven'
Actor Eric Bana has said he agreed to do "The Forgiven" as he felt the role was one that is "hard to come across". The "Troy" actor plays the role of Piet Blomfeld, a notorious murderer seeking redemption, in the Roland Joffe-directed drama. The film also stars Forest Whitaker as Archbishop Desmond Tutu. ''I read the script and loved it, and couldn't believe that Roland was asking me to do it. At that stage, Forest was already attached, so I was able to read it with him in that role. I was just beside myself that he was coming to me to play Piet," Bana told Collider. "We had a couple of great long telephone calls and I said yes, straight away. It was such a rare thing. Every actor dreams of finding scripts like this, but they're very hard to come across," he added. Bana said that he was happy with the shoot wrapping up in a short time as his character was not the one he would like to play over a "period of months''. "It was a very short shoot, so I just led a very, very simply ...
Tessa Thompson, Chris Hemsworth to reunite for 'Men in Black' spinoff
Actor Tessa Thompson has joined the cast of "Men in Black" spinoff. The "Westworld" actor joins her "Thor: Ragnarok" co-star Chris Hemsworth in the film, according to The Hollywood Reporter. "The Fate of the Furious" director F Gary Gray is in negotiations to helm the project, while the script has been penned by Matt Holloway and Art Marcum. Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones are not expected to return in the film, which is meant to launch a new franchise with fresh talent involved. Sony had originally planned to combine the "Men and Black" and "21 Jump Street" franchises, but have since shelved that idea. Walter F Parkes and Laurie MacDonald are producing with Steven Spielberg executive producing. David Beaubaire is overseeing the project for Sony. The original movie followed Smith and Jones, who played agents of a secret organisation, known as the Men in Black, and protected Earth from intergalactic bad guys.
Angus Young writing new AC/DC album with Axl Rose?
Legendary guitar player Angus Young is reportedly at work on a new AC/DC album with Axl Rose.In recent years, Rose has leant his services to the band as touring singer, after Brian Johnson was forced to retire from performing after suffering from hearing loss.Angry Anderson from the Australian band 'Rose Tattoo', who was recently interviewed by 'The Rock Pit', revealed that Young told him he is writing a new AC/DC album with Rose expected to sing lead vocals."I was talking to Angus earlier last year when we were doing the encores and we were opening for Guns 'n' Roses, but Angus and I were asked to do the encores and I said to him 'What are you going to do?' and he said 'Mate I'm writing a new album'," he said."I thought 'cool' so I asked him who was in the band and he said 'Axl'."Following the sad death of founder and guitarist Malcolm Young, as well as the departure of Johnson, Phil Rudd and Cliff Williams, AC/DC have been through an incredibly tumultuous period over the past few ...
Drew Barrymore puts on dancing shoes in a musical for crocs
50 First Dates actor Drew Barrymore is traditionally not known for her singing or dancing abilities. And this is precisely why the star has decided to don a new hat, in a new 100-second musical, that was created by R/GA Austin for Crocs, a casual shoe brand.In "Crocs: The Musical," Barrymore, is dressed in a white blouse, navy skirt and multiple pairs of Crocs; which she slips into and out of as she fleetly dances, sings and prances from set to set, urging viewers to "get comfortable in your own shoes", weekly American advertising trade publication Adweek reported.The "Come As You Are" campaign was developed in 2016 by Yard, R/GA Austin and Crocs, and launched last year with digital advertising, social media and PR.It used the hashtag #ComeAsYouAre and featured, in addition to Barrymore, WWE wrestler and actor John Cena, South Korean singer YOONA, and Canadian-born musician Henry Lau.It also featured "Be Yourselfie," a GIF generator that let users express what makes them unique.R/GA ..
Diaz has become a new person with Madden
Actress Cameron Diaz may not be retiring from acting, but she has been living a much quieter life with her husband and guitarist Benji Madden since their marriage in 2015.
I love Kylie, confesses Diljit
Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh is head over heels for global sensation Kylie Jenner and his love for her is no secret. Dosanjh has been crushing over this internet celebrity and unapologetically, he has quite often popped up with his Punjabi comments on Kylie Jenner's Instagram account.During an exclusive conversation with ANI, he said, "Sometimes you end up loving someone very much, what's the harm in it?"Dosanjh's obsession with the young Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, started with his comments on Kim Kardashian's live Instagram feed. He commented, "Oh Ki haal aa (How are you?)" and "Kylie Kithe aa? (Where is Kylie?)" in Punjabi.In response to Kylie's cozy and intimate Instagram post with boyfriend Tyga, he commented "Fittey Muh.. (What nonsense)".He also funnily commented "Hatdi ni Tu.. (You won't resist.)" on a video of Kylie, getting fans worldwide talking and tweeting about the same.Diljit Dosanjh even dedicated his latest song High End to Jenner.On work front, Dosanjh is gearing ..
Jackie has done full justice, says Salman on 'Ek Do Teen' remake
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan believes that Jacqueline Fernandez who has performed on the re-made version of "Ek Do Teen", originally performed by Madhuri Dixit, done full justice to the famous song.
CDR Case: Bombay HC orders release of lawyer Rizwan Siddiqui
The Bombay High Court on Wednesday ordered the release of lawyer Rizwan Siddiqui, in connection with the Call Data Records (CDR) case.The court issued the order after the prosecution withdrew its objection to his release. The court also ordered that the lawyer must be released by 5:00 pm.Siddiqui, was arrested by the crime branch of Thane police on March 16 and was remanded in police custody till March 23. He was accused for allegedly obtaining CDRs of Bollywood actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui's wife Aaliya Siddiqui.The lawyer's wife Tasneem Siddiqui had moved the Bombay High Court, claiming that her husband had been wrongfully arrested without a notice which is an absolute violation of the provisions under Criminal Procedure Code.The petition further stated that her husband was being subjected to wrongful and illegal detention.Meanwhile, the Thane crime branch yesterday alleged that Ayesha Shroff, actor Jackie Shroff's wife, and actor Kangana Ranaut knew Rizwan Siddiqui and were involved ..
Investigate before assuming: Kangana Ranaut on CDR case
Reacting to her name being brought up in the Call Detail Records (CDR) case, Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut today said a thorough investigation must be done before dragging her into the controversy. "Proper investigation should be carried out before making assumptions," Kangana said in a statement, which came after reports that Thane Crime Branch Deputy Commissioner of Police Abhishek Trimukhe said the actor had shared actor Hrithik Roshan's number with advocate Rizwan Siddiqui. Siddiqui, arrested for alleged illegal possession of CDRs of actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui's wife, was released by Thane police today, after a Bombay High Court directive. "When we respond to a notice, we give all details to lawyer. To assume that these details were used to violate law and make statements based on that assumption and defame an artiste is super lame on Abhishek Trimukhes part. Proper investigation should be carried out before making assumptions," Kangana said. Trimukhe had also said ..