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Portman regrets signing Roman Polanski petition

Actress Natalie Portman says she regrets signing a Hollywood petition demanding the release of French-Polish film director Roman Polanski from Swiss custody.

'S Durga' cleared by CBFC Revising Committee

Director Sanal Kumar Sasidharan is happy that his controversial Malayalam film "S Durga" has been passed by the CBFC Revising Committee. He is looking for a pan-India release in March or April.

Music has no boundaries: Rahat Fateh Ali Khan

Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, who is facing a backlash for singing the song titled "Ishtehar" -- a soulful rendition -- for Indian film production "Welcome To New York", says music has no boundaries.

Don't want anyone to put an image on me: Akshay Kumar

Akshay Kumar, who worked on issue-based films such as "Toilet: Ek Prem Katha" and "Padman", says he deliberately wants to shift between genres to avoid getting stereotyped. "I need to keep on changing. I don't want anyone to put an image on me. I have gone through that in early days of my career when only action image was associated with me. I wanted to do other things, but I couldn't do it. So I always try to do different things (now)," Akshay said in a media interaction here. The national award-winning actor said his next is a war film. "It is not that I will do only this kind of film. I am doing a war film called 'Kesari', it is for the first time that I am doing a war film, it is new for me. So I am very excited about it. "I have no idea. I want to do a 'Housefull' now. I am waiting to start 'Housefull', it is going to be three month vacation," he said about the hit comedy franchise. There have been reports that Akshay is in talks with Ekta Kapoor for a film which is an ...

Women activists stage 48-hr hunger strike, seeks RGV's arrest

Members of several women associations, led by All India Democratic Women Association (AIDWA), on Wednesday, staged a 48-hour hunger strike against Vizag police for not filing FIR against film-maker Ram Gopal Varma, over his latest film ' 'God, Sex And Truth'.The women-led group shouted slogans against the filmmaker and eight women associations members sat on 48-hours hunger strike at the GVMC Gandhi statue in Visakhapatnam.RGV's latest production was released on internet last month and the filmmaker was booked for obscenity and also for allegedly insulting the modesty of a woman.AIDWA member Mani, who had given written complaint against Ram Gopal Varma, last month said, when she spoke to Ram Gopal Varma in a tv-channel interview, the film-maker asked her to act in his next porn movie. Mani further said that she had given a written complaint against Ram Gopal Varma at MVP police station in Visakhapatanam, but the Vizag police didn't file an FIR.Last week, Telangana police had filed a .

'Baaghi 2' trailer full of action to the brim

The first trailer of much anticipated 'Baaghi 2' is out and it is as action-packed as it could be.Full of daring stunts and death-defying acts, the trailer was released today by the film's team at a formal event in Mumbai.The two-minute-45-second-long trailer shows glimpses of Randeep Hooda, Prateik Babbar, and Manoj Bajpayee, along with the famed main leads, Tiger Shroff and Disha Patani.Earlier in the day, a movie poster of the film revealing the first look of Patani and Shroff was also released. The duo looked thoroughly rugged in the picture in the midst of raw surroundings.The action flick is based on a quest for a lost child. A battle-hardened army officer, Ronnie, comes to the kid's rescue and his mother, who is coincidentally Ronnie's ex-lover. There will be face-offs between drug lords, Russian henchmen, and blood-thirsty animals.The film is a stand-alone sequel to 2016 film, 'Baaghi'. It will be directed by Ahmed Khan and produced by Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment ...

Diljit Dosanjh's releases new single for CON.FI.DEN.TIAL.

Actor Diljit Dosanjh has released a new single from his recent album CON.FI.DEN.TIAL.Titled 'High End', the song is about three minutes long and features the 34-year-old actor-singer itself.The 'Udta Punjab' star looks dapper in the video, where he steps out of his private jet for an interview.Catchy lyrics and hip tune add to the overall feel of the song.The song is penned by Rav Hanjra and music is given by Snappy.

Fans go ga-ga over teaser of '5 Seconds of Summer' new music

Fans are going crazy over a teaser of new music from the Aussie rock band, '5 Seconds of Summer'.The Aussie pop-punk band will see its first release in the last couple of years, titled 'Want You Back', which is scheduled to release this Friday, i.e. February 23.A tweet read, "weee wooo wee wooo im a bit excited if i say so myself"."I CAN'T WAIT", wrote another one.A user wrote, "ok i already love it".Another tweet read, "me rn"."Genuinely so happy that @5SOS is releasing new music again because they bring me such happiness and their music always helps me when I'm stressed???? cannot wait to see what else you'll be putting out into the world soon, love you guys xx", said another.'5 Seconds of Summer' shared a 5-second-long teaser video on Twitter along with a caption, "No matter where I go / I'm always gonna want you back // Pre Save #WANTYOUBACK ?https://5sosuk.lnk.to/PreSave".The band's official Twitter handle posted a monochrome picture of the band "// WANT YOU BACK & MORE ...

Natalie Portman regrets signing petition in support of Roman Polanski

Actor Natalie Portman regrets signing a letter demanding the release of Roman Polanski when he was arrested in Switzerland in 2009. The Oscar-winner was among the high profiled Hollywood personalities, which also included Martin Scorsese, Woody Allen, and Emma Thompson, to sign the petition calling Polanski's release following his arrest and detention while in Switzerland at the request of US authorities in a case related to unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor in 1977. "I very much regret it. I take responsibility for not thinking about it enough. Someone I respected gave it to me, and said, 'I signed this. Will you too?' And I was like, sure. It was a mistake," Portman told Buzzfeed. "The thing I feel like I gained from it is empathy towards people who have made mistakes. We lived in a different world, and that doesn't excuse anything. But you can have your eyes opened and completely change the way you want to live. My eyes were not open," she added. The "Annihilation" actor, ...

'Kedarnath' schedule 2 underway: Abhishek Kapoor

Director Abhishek Kapoor, who had a falling out with the producers of "Kedarnath", has started the second schedule of the film's shooting.

Kangana to don Khadi in on silverscreen in Manikarnika

Actress Kangana Ranaut will don khadi outfits in her upcoming film 'Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi'. In a statement, Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) said the attire of the lead cast of the movie is being sponsored by it. The movie showcases the Queen's love for the countrys heritage fabric khadi in the epic biographical film. "It is official now - after dressing up officials in several government offices, Khadi is now making its way to silverscreen! Kangana Ranaut, in her lead role in 'Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi'," KVIC said. Sponsored by Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), the costume line for the film shall be designed by ace designer Neeta Lulla. Lulla has already picked up fabric costing around Rs 26 lakh from KVIC. According to KVIC Chairman Vinai Kumar Saxena, the fabric being used for the film includes a mix bag of silk, cotton, muslin and some wool too. Kangana, who plays the lead role in this movie, would also be seen using a using a charkha

Web series to showcase stories of immigrants in US

The US-based-Indian filmmaker Swati Ali is set to launch a web series based on stories of immigrants from India and other parts of the world to the US.

Every bit and byte of you simulates me: SRK to Humanoid Sophia

Shah Rukh Khan has found another fan in Humanoid Sophia and the superstar says he is simulated by "every bit and byte" of the robot. During an interactive session at the ongoing World Congress on Information Technology (WCIT) in Hyderabad, the robot, created by Hong Kong-based Hanson Robotics, said the Bollywood actor is her favourite star. Shah Rukh responded to the news on Twitter saying, "Public declaration of love for a 'lady' who has come to my country, India. U Simulate me, every bit and byte of u, Sophia, (sic)." The humanoid, a citizen of Saudi Arabia, had taken the 52-year-old actor's name without any hesitation when asked who her favourite actor was. Sophia is the first robot to be made a citizen of a nation.

Academy extend support to Syrian producer denied visa for Oscars

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has expressed solidarity with the producer of "Last Men in Aleppo", Kareem Abeed, who has been denied visa to the US for the Oscar ceremony. Abeed, who holds a Syrian passport and is living in Turkey, was denied visa on the grounds of Section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. Abeed's rejection means he will not be able to attend the ceremony. It comes in the wake of US President Donald Trump's travel ban decision, which placed restrictions on Syria, as well as North Korea, Iran, Chad, Libya, Venezuela, and Yemen. In a statement, the Academy voiced its support to makers of the "Last Men in Aleppo", which has nominated in the Best Documentary Feature category of the Oscars. "Director Feras Fayyad and producer Kareem Abeed made history with 'Last Men in Aleppo', the first Documentary Feature Oscar nominee from a Syrian directing-producing team," the statement obtained by The Hollywood Reporter said. "For 90 years, the Oscars ...

Irrfan puts work on hold due to jaundice

Actor Irrfan Khan is suffering from jaundice, and has put all his professional commitments on hold due to the illness.

Irrfan Khan diagnosed with jaundice

Actor Irrfan Khan has been diagnosed with a severe case of jaundice. The 51-year-old actor, who was set to leave for Chandigarh to shoot for his Amazon Prime series, will now be staying back in to receive appropriate treatment, according to a release by his spokesperson. Irrfan has been advised bed rest by the doctors. The actor was scheduled to start the promotions of his next release "Blackmail". He will start shooting for Vishal Bhardwaj's next and "Hindi Medium 2" after recovery.

Academy voices solidarity with 'Last Men ...' team

The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences has voiced its support to the filmmaking team behind the Oscar-nominated documentary "Last Men in Aleppo" that will not be able to attend the awards ceremony due to travel restrictions.

Ankit Tiwari gushes about getting hitched

Ankit Tiwari will be getting married to Pallavi Shukla on Wednesday, and the singer-composer says he is looking forward to starting a new chapter of his life.

Zaira open to do TV shows with good content

"Dangal" fame actress Zaira Wasim says that she is game for her small screen debut provided she gets projects with good content.

SC stays criminal action, Priya, movie director express happiness

As the Supreme Court on Wednesday stayed criminal action by Telangana and Maharashtra authorities against Priya Prakash Varrier and restrained other states from taking action based on song "Manikya Malaraya Poovi...", the Malyalam actress and film director Omar Lulu expressed happiness.