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PeeCee poses for picture with former Aussie PM
Recently, Priyanka Chopra posted a picture on Instagram where the 'Bajirao Mastani' actress was seen posing with former Australian Prime Minister, Julia Gillard.The picture was clicked in Dubai, where Chopra is currently at, to commence a discussion at the Global Education & Skills Forum (GESF), after the wrap of shooting schedule for Season 3 of 'Quantico' in Ireland.Chopra wrote, "So wonderful to see you again @juliagillard...and proud to stand alongside you as a champion for global education. I'm looking forward to continuing our discussion from #UNGA. Big thank you to the @varkeyfdn for brining us all together. #GESF @gesforum".Recently, PeeCee had also revealed on an Instagram live that a Bollywood project might just happen soon.The 35-year-old actress will soon be heading to India.
Hip hop to become a mainstay in Indian music spectrum: DJ Neil Armstrong
Dj Neil Armstrong says that hip hop as a genre is going to become a mainstay in the Indian music spectrum.
Ashton Sanders in talks for 'Native Son' film
"Moonlight" actor Ashton Sanders is in negotiations to star in the film adaptation of the "Native Son". The 22-year-old actor is being considered for the role of Thomas in the film, reported Variety. "Love, Simon" Nick Robinson is also in talks for a role in the film. He will join Margaret Qualley, KiKi Layne and Bill Camp in the cast. The novel, written by Richard Wright, follows a poor, 20-year-old black Chicagoan, Bigger Thomas, as he takes a job as a chauffeur for the wealthy, white Dalton family. When Thomas accidentally commits an act of violence against a member of the family, he engages in an elaborate cover-up scheme that begets more crimes. Rashid Johnson is attached to the project as the director, while "Black Swan" cinematographer Matthew Libatique will be the director of photography.
Reality TV star pleads guilty to 2 counts in fatal DUI wreck
Former reality TV star Melissa Hancock entered pleas of no contest for driving the wrong way and failing to obey a highway sign in connection with the crash that killed U.S. Coast Guard technician, Daniel Dill.25-year-old Melissa Hancock on Friday entered pleas of no contest to driving the wrong way and failing to obey a highway sign in connection with the November 4 crash that killed 29-year-old Petty Officer 2nd Class Daniel Dill.She was fined $150 and given a trial date of May 23 for a felony aggravated DUI manslaughter charge, The Hollywood Reporter quoted.At the time of the crash, Dill was on his way to pick up his wife and friends, who were celebrating her birthday.Hancock appeared on Lifetime's Little Women: Atlanta, a reality show about women of short stature. She remains jailed without bond.
Harshdeep excited about her first solo UK tour
Singer Harshdeep Kaur is excited about her maiden solo UK tour. She says it is always great to connect with fans from all over the world.
DeWanda Wise no longer part of 'Captain Marvel' movie
Actor DeWanda Wise has revealed that she will not star in the upcoming "Captain Marvel" movie. In January, it was announced that the actor had landed a role in the Marvel superhero movie. It would have marked her first major film role. DeWanda confirmed on Instagram that she had dropped out of the movie because she was scheduled to work on it while "She's Gotta Have It", Spike Lee's Netflix comedy series in which she stars as the lead, was also in production. "It's true. I will no longer be in Captain Marvel because the schedule conflicts with season 2 of She's Gotta Have It," she wrote. "Last week I felt pretty devastatedthis week is leaps and bounds better. You see, if you had told me that this would happen any year prior to 2016, I would have doubled over with laughter. But here we areat a moment in culture where scheduling conflicts are rapidly replacing lack of options, and I feel absolutely blessed to be here," she added. According to the Hollywood Reporter, Lashana Lynch was in
Nawazuddin had no direct role in 'Call Data Case': Mumbai Police
In the ongoing 'Call Data Case' that saw actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui being accused of spying on his ex-wife, the Thane Police officials, on Saturday, 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 summoned as a witness and has assured cooperation," said Parambir Singh, Police Commissioner, Thane.Earlier, it was reported that Siddiqui and his wife were summoned by Thane's crime branch in connection to the Call Data Records (CDR) racket that was unearthed in January.The duo had been summoned after some of the arrested accused had told the police that the actor's advocate Rizwan Siddiqui had obtained the CDR of the actor's wife from private detectives.Rizwan was held by the Thane Crime Branch and will be produced before the Thane court today.
David Arquette dated Ellen Barkin during 'Wild Bill'
Actor David Arquette has revealed he briefly dated Ellen Barkin while the two were filming 1995's "Wild Bill". Appearing on PeopleTV's Couch Surfing, the "Scream" star, who was once in a relationship with Drew Barrymore, said Barkin gets "mad" at him whenever he talks about their affair . While watching a clip from the film Arquette said, "I got to work with Jeff Bridges, so many tremendous actors. Walter Hill, great director." But when Barkin comes on screen, Arquette draws a sharp intake of breath and says, "We were dating at the time. She gets mad at me when I talk about it, but sorry." "She's going to be mad at me. I'm sorry, Ellen, I can't help it," he added.
David Tennant to star in HBO's comedy 'Camping'
Actor David Tennant has come aboard the new HBO comedy series "Camping". The series is based on the UK show by the same name and has been written by Lena Dunham and Jenni Konner, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The series, which star Jennifer Garner in the lead, has an eight-episode order from HBO and both Dunham and Konner are executive producing it via their company A Casual Romance. Garner will play the role of Kathryn Siddell-Bauers, which has been described as "messy, tough and provocative and really really fun". Tennant, 46, will play the role of Walt, Kathryn's "obedient" husband. He is a loving father, who is also the "reliable linchpin" of his male social group. The show will follow a group of people as they come together to celebrate Walt's 45th birthday over a weekend spent back in nature, before it becomes a weekend of tested marriages and woman-on-woman crime.
My father thought I'd be back from Mumbai in three months: Neha Dhupia
When she left Delhi to pursue a career in the city of dreams, Mumbai -- Bombay back then -- some 17 years ago, Neha Dhupia's father thought she would be back in no time. However, she feels grateful about having a long career, but she wants to do more.
Noel Clarke joins cast of crime thriller 'The Corrupted'
Actor Noel Clarke is the latest addition to the cast of British crime thriller "The Corrupted". The "Doctor Who" actor joins Sam Claflin, Timothy Spall, Hugh Bonneville and David Hayman in the film, which will be directed by Ron Scalpello. The film's script has been written by Nick Moorcroft. The story follows ex-con Liam (played by Claflin) as he attempts to reconnect with his family after suffering at the hands of local crime boss Clifford Cullen (Spall). Set in the lead up to the 2012 Olympic Games, Liam's efforts to rebuild his life are complicated by the actions of his past. The film will be produced by Andrew Berg and John Sachs of Eclipse Films, Nik Bower of Riverstone Pictures and Laure Vaysse of REP Crime.
Heart is broken: Matthew Morrison on alleged dog abuse on film's set
Actor Matthew Morrison has expressed his shock with the producers of his upcoming "Crazy Alien" after a crew member complained of a dog being abused on the sets. The "Glee" actor took to Twitter to share his views on the incident. "I've just been made aware and seen a video from the set of a film I worked on in China. My heart is broken to see any animal treated this way. "Had I been on set or known about this, I would have made all efforts to stop this. I've called the producers to express my outrage," Morrison wrote. In a clip, which has gone viral, a young German shepherd can be seen locked inside a cage, suspended 20 feet in the air, spun around by a crane, and then plunged into a frigid, fast-flowing river. The video and the account of the alleged incident by the crew member was made public by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) on its official website. "A whistleblower has released to PETA deeply disturbing video footage from the set of Chinese director Hao ...
Logic and wife Jessica Andrea split
Rapper Logic and his wife of two years Jessica Andrea have reportedly parted ways. According to TMZ, the couple has not yet filed for divorce, but a reconciliation "does not seem likely". Logic, 28, and Andrea were last pictured together in January at the Grammy Awards. In February, Logic talked about his wife to GQ while sharing details about his first-ever tattoo that reads: "Happy wife, happy life." The pair tied the knot in October 2015 after two years of dating.
It's splitsville for Logic, Jessica Andrea
Grammy-nominated rapper Logic has split from his wife Jessica Andrea after two years of marriage.
Actresses plan hungry days to stay thin: Amy Schumer
Actress Amy Schumer says most women facing the cameras stay thin by planning "hungry days" when they don't eat.
New "Avengers: Infinity War" poster confirms Peter Dinklage casting
"Game of Thrones" star Peter Dinklage has been confirmed for the Marvel's "Avengers: Infinity War". The new poster of the film, which was unveiled along with the second trailer, revealed that the 48-year-old actor will play a role in the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe movie. Dinklage's casting has been rumoured for some time but it was never confirmed. His name can be spotted on the bottom of the poster between Benedict Cumberbatch, who plays Doctor Strange, and Idris Elba, who portrays Heimdall in the MCU. Dinklage is most likely to be playing a member of Thanos' supervillain team Black Order, which consists of characters like Corvus Glaive, Proxima Midnight, Cull Obsidian and Ebony Maw. The actor is no stranger to superhero genre having played the role of Bolliver Trask in 2014 film "X-Men: Days of Future Past". The "Avengers: Infinity War" will see the culmination of the MCU and will see a mammoth cast of superheroes battle it out against supervillain Thanos who has been ...
John Cho to star in 'Grudge' reimagining
Actor John Cho is set to star alongside Demian Bichir and Andrea Riseborough in Sony's "The Grudge" reimagining. Nicolas Pesce is directing the horror film from his own script, reported Variety. Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions recently acquired worldwide rights to the film. Sam Raimi and Rob Tapert will produce the film for Ghost House. The production is set to begin in May. The first film released in 2004, a popular time for Japanese horror film remakes. The original adaptation starred Sarah Michelle Gellar and went on to earn USD 187.3 million worldwide on a USD 10 million budget.
Linda Cardellini, Matt Dillon, Kyle MacLachlan to star in Al Capone biopic
Actors Linda Cardellini, Matt Dillon, Kyle MacLachlan, and Kathrine Narducci are set to join Tom Hardy in the Al Capone biopic "Fonzo". The project is written and directed by Josh Trank. Principal photography will begin on April 2 in New Orleans, reported Variety. Capone was a ruthless mobster who ruled Chicago with an iron fist during the 1920s. He was prosecuted for income tax evasion in 1931 and imprisoned. He died at the age of 47, following nearly a decade of imprisonment, of dementia. Cardellini will play Capone's long-suffering wife Mae, Dillon will depict his closest friend Johnny, MacLachlan will portray his doctor Karlock, and Narducci will be Rosie, one of his sisters. The film is backed by Bron Studios, in association with Creative Wealth Media.
I will always regret not approaching Sridevi: Hansal Mehta
Hansal Mehta will live with a regret of not approaching late Bollywood actress Sridevi for a film he had in his mind. But the filmmaker is determined to make a movie on her, and says he might approach actress Vidya Balan for the project.
Smiling was Anil Kapoor' s biggest 'hichki'
Actor Anil Kapoor says one of the major hiccups at the start of his career was that he couldn't smile in front of the camera.