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'October' theme song released on public demand

The makers of Varun Dhawan-starrer "October" have decided to release the theme song of the film on public demand.

Himachal HC stays proceedings against Jeetendra

In a major relief to veteran Bollywood actor Jeetendra, the Himachal Pradesh High Court today stayed further proceedings against him in the sexual assault case registered by his cousin. The police had registered a case against him on February 16 on the complaint of his cousin, who alleged that she was sexually assaulted by him in a hotel here in January 1971. The high court listed the matter for hearing on May 23. Jeetendra challenged the FIR registered against him and sought quashing of the FIR. The actor had claimed that the police had registered the FIR without any preliminary investigation or evidence. Jeetendra was neither questioned by the police nor he was provided a copy of the FIR, his counsel said, adding that the allegations were false and a conspiracy was being hatched to malign the image of the actor. While issuing a notice to the respondent in the matter, Justice Mohan Goel directed the complainant to file a reply within four weeks. Meanwhile, further proceedings in the

CDR row: Nawazuddin's advocate being made scapegoat, says lawyer

The lawyer of actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui's advocate, Rizwan Siddiqui, who was arrested by Thane crime branch in connection with a Call Detail Records (CDRs) case said his client has been made a scapegoat in the matter.Celebrity advocate Rizwan was arrested by police on Friday in course of an investigation into the illegal acquisition of Call Detail Records (CDRs) by private detectives. He has been sent to police custody till March 23 by Thane Magistrate court."On pretext of safeguarding interest of the main person in the case, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, and his brother they are trying to make Rizwan Siddiqui scapegoat. We will challenge it in high court," Rizwan Merchant, lawyer of Rizwan, told media here.Rizwan is representing the Bollywood actor in a case pertaining to spying on his wife.Earlier in the day, the Thane police officials confirmed that the Gangs of Wasseypur star had no direct role in the case."Nawazuddin Siddiqui has no direct role in the Call Data Record (CDR) case. He was ..

'Okay' for outsiders to be discriminated against in film industry, says Kangana

National Award-winning actress Kangana Ranaut, who raked up the nepotism debate last year, on Saturday said "outsiders" in the film industry should not lose heart if they face discrimination.

Legendary violinist Dilip Roy dead

Legendary musician and violinist Dilip Roy died at his residence here following old age complications, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said on Saturday. He was 83.

Molestation case: HP high court stays probe against actor Jeetendra

Himachal Pradesh High Court on Saturday stayed the probe in a molestation case registered against veteran actor Jeetendra.He had filed a plea in the high court seeking a stay on the probe initiated after an FIR was registered against him on his cousin's complaint.As per the complainant, Jeetendra sexually assaulted her in Shimla in January 1971. At that time, the actor was 28 years old and the complainant was 18.She said that the actor "arranged" for her to join him on a film shooting schedule in Shimla where he later assaulted her in an inebriated state.Following the complaint, the Shimla Police, on March 7, had booked the veteran actor under section 354 (assault on woman) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) in New Shimla.

Was disappointed with fake news of 400 cuts: Prasoon Joshi on 'Padmaavat'

CBFC chief Prasoon Joshi today said he was "disappointed" by the fake news of the censor board clearing Sanjay Leela Bhansali's controversial film "Padmaavat" with 400 cuts. Joshi, who replaced Pahlaj Nihalani as the chief of Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) last year, agreed that there are always chances of "politicisation", but as a constitutional body, the censor board needs to consider the concerns of any section of the society. "I feel there could be politicisation of things. I do not deny as I could see that. We need to decipher. We need to see if there is a concern for any community. We have been hearing metaphors like 'Rajput pride'. A subconscious of the society is respected and out of the subconscious, if certain concerns rise we need to look at them. "In case of 'Padmaavat', we looked at the film and understood it as humanly possible. And as I always say, an artiste do not create anything to hurt anyone. Artistes are very sensitive. There aim is to go to people ...

Nobody's voice should be called fringe voice: Prasoon Joshi

Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) chairperson Prasoon Joshi on Saturday reflected upon the controversy over Sanjay Leela Bhansali's "Padmaavat", and said nobody's voice should be referred to as a "fringe voice".

I just want 'actors' for my films: Sudhir Mishra

Director Sudhir Mishra, who is awaiting the release of his project "Daas Dev", says he doesn't want just bankable faces but wants "actors" in his films.

Presenting Salman Khan differently is a challenge: Ali Abbas Zafar

After "Sultan" and "Tiger Zinda Hai", Bollywood director Ali Abbas Zafar is set to work with Salman Khan again in "Bharat". He says presenting him differently in every project is a challenge.

Amitabh Bachchan rails against 60 year copyright rule, calls it 'rubbish'

Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, son of late noted poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan, has questioned the stipulation in the copyright law which allows exclusive rights to heirs of original literary work for 60 years after the death of the author.

'Vicky Donor' opened up space for quirky realistic films: Yami

Bollywood filmmakers have lately been exploring social taboos like menstruation, vasectomy, erectile dysfunction, but Yami Gautam said this trend of narrating stories in a quirky way started with her debut film "Vicky Donor" and felt happy that it was gaining momentum. After bringing up on screen the issue of improving sanitation and eradication of open defecation in "Toilet: Ek Prem Katha", director Shree Narayan Singh's next film "Batti Gul Meter Chalu" revolves around a common man's fight against power distribution companies in India. Shahid Kapoor will portray the role of a lawyer, who raises his voice against these organisations. "The trend of realistic issue based films in a quirky, entertaining style started with 'Vicky Donor' and it is absolutely fantastic to see more movies coming up in this space." "It shows how progressive our society has become as such films are being watched a lot by the audience. The credit for such films should go to the makers for not making them ...

It was hugely infuriating: Ranveer on 'Padmaavat' controversy

"Padmaavat" makers may be celebrating '50 glorious days' of the film in theatres, which has made over 300 crores, but Ranveer Singh still seems to be affected by the controversy as the actor says it was "infuriating" for him to see his director Sanjay Leela Bhansali go through the "assault". The 32-year-old actor, who essayed the role of Alauddin Khilji in the magnum opus, said the drama surrounding the film and its release "left him full of rage", but the makers had categorically told him not react. "It was a very frustrating process because none of this was in my control. It was hugely infuriating. It had left me full of rage and wanting to act out. Wanting to say and wanting to do something about what I was seeing which I thought was absolutely wrong. "But I couldn't do anything. Moreover, I was asked not to do anything... I wasn't leading the line to fight back. It was the producers and my producer-director. I had to respect what they asked me categorically to do which is 'you ...

Germany based Tom Tailor plans major expansion in India

Germany-based clothing brand Tom Tailor, that showcased a versatile collection at the Amazon India Fashion Week (AIFW) Autumn/ Winter 2018 edition, has big expansion plans in India.

Protests over 'Padmaavat' bordered on fascism: Ranveer Singh

Did Ranveer Singh feel let down by the way the government handled the row over his historical drama "Padmaavat"? The Bollywood star dodged the question repeatedly here on Saturday, but said he was enraged by the protests which he felt bordered on fascism.

I made my own luck: Ranveer Singh

He still cannot believe he is one of the most successful young stars of Bollywood, but one thing which Ranveer Singh is sure about is that his success in the film industry is courtesy his hard work and determination. The 32-year-old actor, who made his debut in Hindi cinema with 2010 film "Band Baaja Baarat", said he took many risks and went through a "routine drill" to get a massive launch by a banner as big as Yash Raj Films. "I ought to be pinching myself sitting in front of people. I wake up everyday thinking that I am living a dream. I was this young kid obsessed with Hindi movies. I struggled for three years in Mumbai, with my portfolio in my hand. I went through the routine drill. I made my own luck. I put my self in that position that where that good wave comes and you can flow with it. "Ranbir Kapoor said no to 'Band Baaja Baraat'. YRF was looking for a new face I got a call and I knew this was the opportunity I was waiting for. I kept my face safe and didn't do modelling or .

I am the superstar: Balakrishna

Popular actor and TDP legislator N. Balakrishna on Saturday said he would not like to make Pawan Kalyan a hero by reacting to his allegations and declared that he is the 'superstar'.

I am more hungry now for good work: Rajpal Yadav

Having acted across all formats, from theatre to television to films, Rajpal Yadav has always believed in giving his best and he still yearns to do good work. "I am more hungry today for good work. I am more energetic today. I have always been busy working on films. I am glad to be working throughout my career so far. I am happy that I have got success in whatever I have done," Yadav told PTI. Yadav studied acting in the Bhartendu Natya Academy in Lucknow from 1992 to 1994 and after finishing the course, he went to National School of Drama in Delhi. In 1997, he moved to Mumbai. Since the time he landed in the city of dreams, Yadav felt nothing less than a struggler despite being an alumni of a prestigious institute like the NSD. "I was a learner then but in 2018 I am a well known beginner. This is life and the struggles are ongoing. Today, people know me and I am glad that I have done some work that is being remembered by audience," he added. After years of struggle and hardwork, ...

Lucas Hedges to play Shia Labeouf in biopic 'Honey Boy'

American actor Lucas Hedges, the Oscar-nominated actor for 'Manchester by the Sea', will essay the role of young Shia LaBeouf in the latter's biopic titled, 'Honey Boy'.The drama is being made by Automatik and co-written by LaBeouf himself under the pseudonym. Otis Lort. LaBeouf will also play Hedges' father in the drama flick.The film's synopsis read, "A child actor and his law-breaking, alcohol-abusing father attempt to mend their contentious relationship over the course of a decade."The film will project different facets of the American actor's life, who got his big break in Disney Channel's 'Eve Stevens'. The film will provide insights into the relationship shared by LaBeouf and his recovering heroin addict father over the course of time.'Honey Boy' was the nickname given to the 'Transformers' actor by his father, reported the Hollywood Reporter.The project will be helmed by Alma Har'el of 'Bombay Beach' fame.

Music a soother in conflict ridden world: Vice Prez Naidu

Lauding Carnatic music for its noble thoughts and delightful experience, Vice President Venkaiah Naidu today said music could provide a soothing touch to a conflict-ridden world. Indian classical music especially carnatic music, has woven noble thoughts, ennobling emotions and melodious notes into a unique seamless, delightful experience, he said. Stating that such a blending needed to be appreciated, he said "this cultural heritage" and "unified holistic perspective on life," should be celebrated. "In our increasingly conflict-ridden world, music can provide the much needed soothing touch. In a world of emotional turbulence it can bring in a sense of melodious balance," he said. Music is timeless and embedded in our consciousness. Addressing the centenary-inaugural of legendary singer and musician D K Pattammal here, the Vice President lavished praised on her saying she was a musical genius. He said the late musician formed part of the "female trinity of Carnatic ...