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Shared a bond like that of siblings with Sridevi: Kamal Haasan
They may have been one of the most romantic pairs on screen, but Kamal Haasan and late female superstar Sridevi shared a bond like that of siblings. "Sridevi en thangachi (Sridevi was my younger sister)," Haasan said, decades after he was paired opposite Sridevi in a number of Tamil films such as 'Guru', 'Varumayin Niram Sivappu', 'Vaazhve Maayam' and 'Moondram Pirai', the last one being also remade as Hindi classic 'Sadma' in 1983. Sridevi, who died of accidental drowning in her hotel bath tub in Dubai last week, captured millions of hearts across India as a Bollywood diva. She had started her career in Tamil cinema industry, besides doing some Telugu films. She later moved to Mumbai to enjoy a successful career in Hindi cinema. Writing in the concluding part of his weekly series in Tamil magazine 'Ananda Vikatan,' Haasan, now a politician, said he was revealing the nature of his bond with the late Sridevi as he does not stand the risk of his "market" getting affected now. "Those ...
Arundhati Roy wows Delhi readers; announces Hindi, Urdu translations of 2nd novel
"Because I love you," was the sublime response of Booker-winning writer Arundhati Roy to her readers when asked why she pens the kind of novels she does.
Lost music of Nazi prisoners to be played at Jerusalem concert
A quest over 30 years by an Italian musician to track down music composed by Nazi concentration camp victims will reach fruition in April with the first orchestral performance in Jerusalem, a media report said on Thursday.
When Jackie Shroff slapped Anil Kapoor 17 times
Actor Anil Kapoor took 17 slaps from his co-star Jackie Shroff while shooting for the 1989 film "Parinda".
Making independent films is a lonely job: Sudhir Mishra
Filmmaker Sudhir Mishra, a jury member for an upcoming movie awards, says he finds the younger talent inspiring as the Mumbai movie industry can be lonely for a person dabbling in independent films.
Noted Odia Bhajan singer Arabinda Muduli passes away
Noted Odia Bhajan singer Arabinda Muduli passed early today morning following a cardiac arrest. He was 56. Muduli was taken to a private hospital after he complained of chest pain but he breathed his last while he was being admitted there, family sources said. A musician, singer and lyricist, Muduli enthralled the audience with devotional songs and had won the hearts of millions of people in Odisha and elsewhere. Born on September 1, 1961 at Khanati in Khordha district, he was a devotee of lord Jagannath and sang only Bhajans. He was a disciple of legendary bhajan singer Bhikari Bal. Having rendered over 3,000 songs, Muduli would be remembered for his hit bhajans like Kala Saante Acha Kemante and Jaga Pain Niti Mali Phula. Several distinguished personalities, including Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, condoled the death of the Bhajan maestro. Patnaik expressed deep grief at the passing away of the renowned singer and conveyed hsi sympathy to the bereaved family. Union ...
Tiger Shroff, Disha Patani rock Punjabi look in 'Baaghi 2' new song
Disha Patani and Tiger Shroff have rocked the Punjabi look in the new song for their upcoming movie 'Baaghi 2'.In the one-minute-31-second song titled, 'Mundiyan To Bach Ke', the duo looked energetic and enigmatic.The song is a rendition of an old song of the same name by late Indian hip-hop singer, Labh Janjua.The action flick is based on a quest for a lost child.Directed by Ahmed Khan and produced by Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment production, the film is a stand-alone sequel to 2016 film, 'Baaghi'.The movie is set to hit the theatres on March 30.
Tony Cavalero to play Ozzy Osbourne in 'The Dirt'
Actor Tony Cavalero, who starred in the TV series "School of Rock", has been roped in to play rocker Ozzy Osbourne in the Motley Crue biopic, "The Dirt".
Thompson's heartbreak propelled her performance in 'Love Actually'
Actor Emma Thompson has said that her own experience of heartbreak and infidelity on the part of her ex-husband Kenneth Branagh inspired her performance in the crying scene of "Love Actually". Thompson and Branagh got married in 1989 after meeting on the set of BBC drama "Fortunes of War" two years earlier. However, the two separated after Branagh began an affair with Helena Bonham Carter. "Love Actually", the 2003 ensemble comedy from Richard Curtis, featured one of the most memorable scenes of all-time where Thompson's character Karen finds out that her husband (played by Alan Rickman) has bought a jewellery for Christmas for another woman. Karen leaves the living room, only to go to the bedroom and cry her heart out. "That scene where my character is standing by the bed crying is so well known because it's something everyone's been through", Thompson said at a fundraiser in North West London, according to The Telegraph. "I had my heart very badly broken by Ken. So I knew what it ...
Keith Richards apologises to Mick Jagger for suggesting vasectomy
Musician Keith Richards has apologised to singer Mick Jagger for suggesting vasectomy after the latter became a father for the eighth time in 2016.It is no news that the lead guitarist and lead singer of Rolling Stones are at loggerheads, every now and then.However, this time seems like, Richards had to bite his tongue and apologise for an offhand remark made on 74-year-old Jagger during an interview with The Wall Street Journal.The WSJ quoted Richards as saying "Mick's a randy old bastard. It's time for the snip - you can't be a father at that age. Those poor kids!" in an online article published on Wednesday.Retracting his statement, the 74-year-old guitarist tweeted, "I deeply regret the comments I made about Mick in the WSJ which were completely out of line. I have of course apologised to him in person".The interview was followed by the announcement of newest Europe tour dates for the rock band, Rolling Stones which starts from March 17 in Dublin.In the interview, Richards also ...
Abhishek starts 'Manmarziyan' shoot
Actor Abhishek Bachchan has started shooting for his upcoming film "Manmarziyan", directed by Anurag Kashyap.
'I am Paul Walker' documentary in the works at Paramount
A new documentary on the life and death of "Fast and the Furious" franchise star Paul Walker is being developed by the Paramount Network. Walker had died in a car accident in 2013 at the age of 40, while on a break from filming "Furious 7". The film, titled "I Am Paul Walker", will feature interviews with some of Walker's most cherished cast-mates and friends who knew him best, the network said in a statement. It will also explore Walker's prolific film career and showcase a Walker's passion for the world's oceans and marine life as well as his efforts in helping rebuild Haiti after the devastating earthquake. The 'comprehensive' film will premiere on Paramount Network streaming platform and will be helmed by "I Am Heath Ledger" director Adrian Buitenhuis. It is being produced by Derik Murray from Network Entertainment who previously made films on John F Kennedy Jr, Muhammad Ali, and Bruce Lee.
Academy mulls banning 'double-dipping' at Oscars, Emmys
Content creators who until now have registered their work for both the Oscars and the Emmys may soon have to pick a side due to a new rule being considered by the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences.
'Hawayein' music producer turns composer
Sourav Roy, who has produced music for songs like "Hawayein", "London thumakda" and "Zaalima", has turned music composer.
Pitt joins DiCaprio in Tarantino's film
Actor Brad Pitt has joined Leonardo DiCaprio in the cast of Quentin Tarantinos upcoming Manson movie.
Regional theatre facing infra issues in many places: NSD
Regional theatre all over the country is facing infrastructure issues with the solle exception of Mumbai, a top official of the National School of Drama (NSD) has said. NSD Director Waman Kendre, who was here to attend the inauguration of 8th Theatre Olympics, Kolkata chapter, told PTI the institute is doing its bit to change the situation. "Not only West Bengal, regional theatre is faced with infrastructural problem all over India, excepting Mumbai," he said, when asked about the status of regional theatre in the country. "The infrastructure for both watching and staging theatre shows is now poor all over India, excepting in places like Mumbai where the theatre shows have good box office collections and get management backing in terms of better auditorium," Kendre said. He said the bridge of exchanging ideas between different regional languages has almost ceased to exist but the NSD will play its role aggressively to find new junctions and cope with the problem. "The ..
'The Valley': An engaging redemption tale (IANS Review, Rating: **1/2)
Film: "The Valley"; Director: Saila Kariat; Cast: Alyy Khan, Suchitra Pillai, Samina Peerzada, Agneeta Thacker, Salma Khan, Hope Lauren, Emielyn Das, Jake T. Austin, Barry Corbin and Christa B. Allen; Rating: **1/2
Oprah Winfrey waiting for 'God's sign' to run for President
Philanthropist and TV show celebrity Oprah Winfrey has doused the speculations of running for the presidency, asserting that she is waiting for a signal from "God"."I went into prayer: 'God, if you think I'm supposed to run, you gotta tell me, and it has to be so clear that not even I can miss it,'" she said. "And I haven't gotten that," Winfrey said in her cover story for this week's issue of People.The calls for a 'President Oprah' began earlier this year, during her speech while accepting the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the Golden Globe Awards in January.In an unexpected turn, the social media was booming with a "Oprah2020" hashtag.However, Winfrey told People magazine it wasn't meant to be a stump speech."When I walked off with Reese [Witherspoon], I thought, 'I got that done,'" Wmagazine quoted her as saying."It wasn't until I was back in the press room that they said, 'Do you realize you're trending?'," she said.Since then, Winfrey said she's been encouraged to run for president ..
'Kaala' teaser postponed due to Kanchi seer's demise
The teaser of the upcoming movie "Kaala" was slated to release on Thursday, but will now be unveiled a day later, says producer Dhanush. The decision has been taken as a mark of respect to Jayendra Saraswathi, the 69th pontiff of the Sankara Mutt Kanchipuram in Tamil Nadu, who expired on Wednesday.
I'm well, have no heart ailment: Rajkumar Santoshi
Filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi on Thursday said he is well and has no heart ailment, contrary to media reports. His is, however, admitted to a hospital here for routine tests.