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Sandeepa learning Portuguese for 'Firrkie'
Actress Sandeepa Dhar is learning Portuguese for her upcoming movie "Firrkie".
Ameya Dabli wants to playback for Big B
Musician Ameya Dabli says his dream is to playback for megastar Amitabh Bachchan.
Mohit Malik loves his rockstar avatar for TV show
Actor Mohit Malik says he is in love with his rockstar look in TV show "Kullfi Kumarr Bajewala".
Ben Affleck flaunts massive back tattoo he once said was fake
Hollywood star Ben Affleck's much talked about pheonix tattoo is permanent. The actor, who in 2016 said that the huge ink was fake, was seen flaunting it while training alongside his "Triple Frontier" co-stars, Charlie Hunnam, Garrett Hedlund and Oscar Isaac, in Hawaii, reported People magazine. The massive tattoo, featuring a colourful phoenix spreading its wings, was first seen in December 2015, when Affleck was working on the set of "Live by Night". The star reportedly got the tattoo, which symbolises rebirth, after then-wife Jennifer Garner filed for divorce after 10 years of marriage. The pair share children Violet, 12, Seraphina, nine, and Samuel, six. Affleck, 45, had denied that it was a permanent ink, explaining the tattoo of the mythological creature was actually for a movie. "I actually do have a number of tattoos but I try to have them in places where you don't have to do a lot of cover up," he told Extra at that time.
Madhuri takes Sridevi's place in Abhishek Varman's film
Madhuri Dixit has been cast in a role which was to be played by Sridevi in Abhishek Varman's new directorial, the late actress' daughter Janhvi Kapoor said on Monday.
Petition urges 'The Crown' star to donate pay disparity money to Time's Up
A petition has urged "The Crown" star Matt Smith to donate the extra money he received for the show to the Time's Up movement after it was revealed that he was paid more than leading lady Claire Foy. The show attracted criticism from fans when producers revealed that Smith, who played Prince Philip for two seasons, negotiated a better deal than Foy thanks to his popularity from 'Doctor Who'. Foy played Queen Elizabeth in the drama from showrunner Peter Morgan, Sony Pictures Television Studios and Left Bank and earned a Golden Globe, SAG Award and Emmy nomination, among other accolades, for the role. Now, Care2 petition is calling on the actor and Netflix CEO to "show that they stand with women and do the right thing" while asking the actor and streaming giant to donate the difference in Smith's pay to the Time's Up Legal Defense Fund, according to the Hollywood Reporter. The producers have already promised that they will adopt pay parity in the season three, which will move forward ...
Meghan Trainor quit drinking to save her voice
Singer Meghan Trainor has revealed she quit alcohol after undergoing two vocal cord surgeries. The 24-year-old star, who was diagnosed with hemorrhaged vocal cord, said to save her singing career she had to improve her lifestyle, reported People magazine. "It really shocks you and puts you in place. I stopped drinking - I know it hurts your cords. I don't ever smoke anything, I drink a lot of water and I started eating healthier and working out more. Now mentally and physically, it's proven to work, so I'm going to keep doing that," Trainor said. She had her first surgery in 2015, immediately following her rise to fame, and second one in 2017 for a similar reason. To mark her comeback, the singer released her newest single "No Excuses" earlier this year, which is set to appear on her yet-to-be-announced third studio album.
John Boyega on being more than 'just an actor'
Actor John Boyega, the breakout star of "Star Wars: The Force Awakens", says his forthcoming film "Pacific Rim Uprising" gave him the opportunity to explore other aspects of filmmaking.
Taylor Swift didn't persuaded Camila Cabello to quit Fifth Harmony
Singer Camila Cabello has shut down the rumours that pop diva Taylor Swift was behind her decision to quit girl band Fifth Harmony. Cabello, who left the band in December 2016, said her decision to embark on a solo career was purely hers, reported Contactmusic. "It annoyed me that people said she was encouraging me because I know that she probably got a lot of negative criticism for that. Absolutely nobody could ever persuade me to do something. If I don't want to do something the whole world could be telling me and I won't do it. And if I do then the whole world could be telling me to not do it and I'll do it. I've always been that way," she said on The Sun's Dan Wootton Interview. Cabello, 21, said whenever she and Swift meet they do not discuss work. "To be honest with you, she's never ever had anything to do with (Fifth Harmony). It's so funny, because when Taylor and I talk and whenever we hang out we talk about love and boys," she said.
Zareen Khan to host 'MTV Troll Police'
Actress Zareen Khan has stepped in to host "MTV Troll Police" in the absence of host Rannvijay Singha.
Madhuri Dixit repalces Sridevi in Abhishek Varman's next, Janhvi thanks actor
Actor Madhuri Dixit Nene has been signed on for the part in "2 States" fame director Abhishek Varman's next that was earlier supposed to be played by Sridevi. Sridevi's daughter, Janhvi, shared the news through an Instagram post, wherein she also mentioned that this film was very close to her mother's heart. "Abhishek Varman's next film was very close to mom's heart ...Dad, Khushi and I are thankful to Madhuri ji for now being a part of this beautiful film...," Janhvi wrote alongside a picture of Sridevi and Madhuri. Sridevi died of accidental drowning in Dubai last month at the of 54. Last year in October, filmmaker Karan Johar announced he was reuniting with Abhishek on a project that would be co-produced by Sajid Nadiadwala. No other detail, including the film's title and the primary cast, was, however, revealed. The film is slated to release on April 19, next year.
Madhuri steps into Sridevi's shoes for 'Shiddat'
Veteran actress Madhuri Dixit has stepped into the shoes of late actor Sridevi for the latter's last venture, 'Shiddat'.The late actor's firstborn, Janhvi Kapoor took to her verified Instagram page to announce the news.The 21-year-old thanked Madhuri for stepping in and wrote, "Abhishek Varman's next film was very close to mom's heart ....Dad, Khushi and I are thankful to Madhuriji for now being a part of this beautiful film...."The Karan Johar's upcoming production has an ensemble cast comprising of Varun Dhawan, Sonakshi Sinha, Alia Bhatt, Sanjay Dutt and Aditya Roy Kapur.The flick will be a period drama set in 1940s. Before the untimely demise of Sridevi in Dubai on 24 February, 2018, she and Dutt were set to reunite on screen after 25 years.
Sidharth Malhotra to be face of Belvedere Studio B
Actor Sidharth Malhotra has been appointed the face of Belvedere Studio B, an exclusive property in India to celebrate the spirit of creative collaboration.
Fans will see my less savoury side with 'The Story': Swara
Actress Swara Bhasker says web series "The Story", will reflect some flaws in her personality, opening up her "less savoury" side to her fans.
Katrina, Varun to star in India's 'biggest dance film'
Varun Dhawan and Katrina Kaif are all set to make the nation groove as they are teaming up for India's "biggest dance film ever".The flick will be directed by Remo D'Souza, who earlier directed Varun in the super hit 'ABCD 2'.It will also star actor-choreographer-director Prabhu Deva besides Dharmesh Yelande, Raghav Juyal and Punit Pathak.Talking about the movie, the 'Sui Dhaaga' star said, "Working with Remo again for India's biggest dance film is huge. I performed once in New York with Katrina and it was electric. She's going to bring her A game, so I need to get back into shape."The 'Thugs of Hindostan' star, who is 'super excited' to be a part of the film, said, "I am super excited to be joining Remo's vision to make India's ultimate dance film. Varun's passion is so wonderful; he works tirelessly to create magic."The film is expected to go on the floors this year and will release on November 8, 2019..
US drama on Prince Harry, Markle leaves royal society furious
"Harry & Meghan: A Royal Romance", a TV movie about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle that has been created by US network Lifetime, has left the head of the British Monarchist Society outraged, with claims that it "makes a mockery" of the newly-engaged couple.
Reliance Big TV ties up with 12k post offices in Maharashtra, Goa
Reliance Big TV on Monday said it has tied-up with 12,000 post offices across Maharashtra and Goa for the booking of its "HD HEVC" set-top boxes by making an initial payment of Rs 500.
'Sherlock' is 'not fun anymore', says Martin Freeman
Actor Martin Freeman, who played Dr Watson on 'Sherlock', has hinted that the beloved series may not return anytime soon as making it is "no longer" fun for the cast. Benedict Cumberbatch played the eccentric detective in BBC's modern interpretation of Arthur Conon Doyle's work. The series became a massive hit as soon as it aired, making Cumberbatch an international star while cementing Freeman's reputation as one of the finest British actors but managing fans' expectations has not been easy for the producers. "Not massively. Um I think after series four (it) felt like a pause. I think we felt we'd done it for a bit now. And part of it, speaking for myself is (due to) the reception of it," Freeman told The Telegraph when asked if there were any talks about a fifth season. The fourth season of the show, which aired last year, could not match up to its previous outings but Freeman believes it is impossible to deliver on that. "To be absolutely honest, it (was) kind of impossible. ...
Varun, Katrina unite for dance movie
Bhushan Kumar, head honcho of entertainment conglomerate T-Series, says actors Varun Dhawan and Katrina Kaif will make a sizzling pair in Remo D'souza's next dance film, and promises that it will be a "visual treat" for all the film buffs.
Reliance Big TV ties up with 12,000 post offices for booking
DTH service provider Reliance Big TV today said it has tied up with 12,000 India Post offices across Maharashtra and Goa for consumers to do initial booking of HD HEVC set top boxes by paying Rs 500. "The effectively free HD HEVC set top boxes... can now be booked through 12,000 India Post offices across Maharashtra and Goa," the company said in a release. Reliance Big TV recently offered access to up to 500 free-to-air channels for five years and pay channels for one year across the country, besides a free of cost HD HEVC set top box. "India Post has an incredible reach, which is unrivalled by any other logistics partner and the same would help the customers to book this incredible offer," Reliance Big TV Director Vijender Singh said. While a pre-booking amount is Rs 499 will be charged by the company, on the receipt of set-top box and outdoor unit (ODU), buyers will have to pay the balance amount of Rs 1,500. Thereafter, subscribers need to recharge monthly amount of Rs 300 from ...