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Rajkummar wishes more love for Patralekha on birthday
Actor Rajkummar Rao showered actress and girlfriend Patralekha with the "biggest hug" and all his "love" on the occasion of her 28th birthday on Tuesday.
I don't want more money, I just want equal money: Ruth Wilson
Actor Ruth Wilson has said she "definitely" got less pay than "The Affair" counterpart Dominic West and it remained the same even after her 2014 Golden Globe win for the show. The 36-year-old actor and West play Noah Solloway and Alison Lockhart in the drama series created by Sarah Treem and Hagai Levi. The show's fourth season will premier in June this year. "I definitely get less money than a male in my situation would. Certainly when I signed up to that project, I would have got paid less. "'Then (the producers) might argue, 'Well, he's already done a major American TV show so he's already got a level.' But even after a Golden Globe I'm not going to be on parity." Wilson said. Wilson said she never spoke about the issue with her co-star as she found it hard to talk about it but believes that there should be an "open discussion". "It's quite hard to bring that up in a way. But it needs to be an open discussion and men need to help us out," Wilson said. "I don't want more money, I ..
'Happy Bhag Jayegi' sequel to release on August 24
"Happy Phirr Bhag Jayegi", the sequel of the Diana Penty-starrer "Happy Bhag Jayegi" will release on August 24. Mudassar Aziz-directed the 2016 film which turned out to be a sleeper hit. The film also featured Abhay Deol, Ali Fazal and Jimmy Shergill. The second part will star Sonakshi Sinha along with Diana. "Happy Phirr Bhag Jayegi to release on 24th August 2018! @ErosNow @cypplOfficial @sonakshisinha @dianapenty," makers said in a statement. "Happy Bhag Jayegi" was about Happy (Diana), a vibrant Indian girl, who elopes on the day of her wedding so that she can marry Guddu, the man she loves. However, she mistakenly arrives at the home of a Pakistani politician, causing chaos. Eros International and Aanand L Rai's Colour Yellow Productions are coming together for the sequel.
Cabinet approves Agreement between India and Israel on Film Co-production
Co-production of an Indian film with an international party means that Indian producer can access international funds and can collaborate on the script, talent and distribution at international level. Co-production of a film under this treaty will qualify it to be national production both in India and Israel. This will also enable a common pool of creative, artistic, technical, financial and marketing resources of the two countries. The co-produced films will also be eligible for their participation as domestic productions in film festivals of both the countries and any other incentives which are available for carrying out production and post-production work in any of the countries.
Michelle Obama extols 'Black Panther' cast
Michelle Obama posted a special message for the cast and crew of the movie, 'Black Panther'.The former first lady said she "loved" the movie and lionised the cast for inspiring "people of all backgrounds".Obama tweeted, "Congrats to the entire #blackpanther team! Because of you, young people will finally see superheroes that look like them on the big screen. I loved this movie and I know it will inspire people of all backgrounds to dig deep and find the courage to be heroes of their own stories".Black Panther is based on a Marvel superhero character of the same name and was released worldwide on February 16 with paid previews at selected locations on February 15.The movie is the first standalone film to focus on the titular character, the superhero alias of King T'Challa of the fictional country Wakanda, portrayed by actor Chadwick Boseman.The cast also includes Michael B. Jordan, and Angela Bassett in pivotal roles.
'Singham' franchise to be made into animation series
An animated version of Bollywood action-flick, 'Singham' is coming out soon.Franchise's director, Rohit Shetty, has been working on the special installment in association with Discovery Kids and Relaince Animation.Titled 'Little Singham', the animated series will revolve around the character of same name that will essay the role of youngest "super cop" of India.The animated trailer was released on February 18 and carried some interesting action sequences from the original portrayed in animation.The iconic 'Singham' pose and the popular dialogue "aata maajhi sataklee" also made it to the trailer.The action-comedy animated series will air in April 2018 on Discovery Kids Channel.
Fergie apologises for national anthem performance
After receiving a backlash over her national anthem performance at the NBA All-Star Game, singer Fergie has issued a formal apology.
'Black Panther' will inspire people of all backgrounds: Michelle Obama
Former first lady of the US Michelle Obama believes the film "Black Panther" will be an inspiration to individuals from all backgrounds, and the youth will see superheroes that look like them.
SC to hear tomorrow actress Priya Varrier's plea
The Supreme Court will hear tomorrow the plea of actress Priya Prakash Varrier, who recently became an internet sensation for her wink in a Malayam movie song, seeking stay of criminal proceedings against her over the viral video. The top court agreed to hear the matter tomorrow after the actress' lawyer Haris Beeran sought an urgent hearing of the plea. The 18-year-old actress had yesterday moved the apex court seeking quashing of an FIR lodged against her in Telangana and also sought the top court's direction to prohibit states from initiating any criminal proceedings against her. In her plea, Varrier, a student of B.Com from a college in Thrissur district of Kerala, sought protection from an FIR lodged on complaints alleging that the lyrics of the song 'Manikya Malaraya Poovi' from the movie 'Oru Addar Love' was "offensive" or has "violated the religious sentiment of a particular community". In her plea, she has said that an FIR has been lodged against her on February 14 at ...
I always look beyond the frame: Cinematographer Sudeep Chatterjee
National Award winning cinematographer, whose talent has added value to Hindi films like "Chak De! India", "Dhoom 3", "Bajirao Mastani", "Kaabil" and the latest "Padmaavat", says as a visual storyteller, he always tries to look beyond the frame to capture the larger sight of the story.
'Welcome To New York' team yet to take decision on Rahat's song
Director Chakri Toleti, who has helmed the forthcoming film "Welcome To New York", says the makers are yet to decide whether to accept the suggestion of singer-turned-Union minister Babul Supriyo's demand to remove Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan's voice from the film's song "Ishtehaar" or keep it.
Politics not my cup of tea: Malayalam filmmaker Balachandra Menon
Politics is a field best suited for "great people with extraordinary skills and human qualities", says veteran Malayalam filmmaker Balachandra Menon, even as southern film industry bigwigs Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan take the political plunge.
We are still associated with 'Kedarnath': Prernaa Arora
"Kedarnath" producer Prernaa Arora has said that her production house is still associated with the project, amid reports that the film, which marks the debut of Saif Ali Khan's daughter Sara, has been shelved. Prernaa's response comes after KriArj Entertainment had a fallout with director of the film Abhishek Kapoor. While the production house has blamed Abhishek's unprofessional behaviour and mismanagement as the reason for constant delay in the Sushant Singh Rajput-starrer, the director has said there was lack of transparency in KriArj's financial dealings. Prernaa on Saturday had said she would move the Bombay High Court to reinforce her right on the film. At an event last night, when asked about the status of the film, she told reporters,"Everything will be taken care of. We are seeking justice from the high court. The intention is to come together and make the film... Yes, we are still associated with 'Kedarnath'. It's our film." "We are trying to figure out the right way to do .
Man held for obscene act in front of TV actress in Mumbai
A 43-year-old driver of a luxury car was arrested for allegedly pleasuring himself in front of a TV actress near a school in suburban Vile Parle here, police said today. Jeevan Chaudhary, who works as a driver for a city businessman, was arrested on a complaint lodged by the actress after the incident yesterday, a police official said. The woman was speaking on phone in front of her residence which is located close to a school. Chaudhary parked his car just 100 feet away from her and started pleasuring himself, he said. When the actor's wife noticed the obscene act, she threw a bottle at him. But before she could catch him, Chaudhary sped off, the official said. However, the actor's wife managed to note down the last four digits of the car's registration number and this helped police track down the vehicle, he said. The actress, along with her husband - a known TV actor, later approached the Vile Parle police station and lodged a complaint. Based on the complaint, an offence under IPC
Stallone confirms he is alive and 'still punching' after death hoax
Hollywood action star Sylvester Stallone is alive and "still punching", despite death rumours. On Sunday, February 18, rumours started circulating on Facebook that the actor passed away after battling prostate cancer. The death hoax post also included photos of allegedly ailing Stallone. Taking to his official social media accounts, the "Rocky" star debunked the false reports and assured his fans that he is fine. "Please ignore this stupidity... Alive and well and happy and healthy... Still punching!" he wrote, along with one of the of the hoax posts. His younger brother Frank Stallone also responded to the death rumours. He wrote on Twitter, "Rumours that my brother is dead are false. What kind of sick demented cruel mind thinks of things like this to post? People like this are mentally deranged and don't deserve a place in society," adding that the death hoax was "not funny not cool.
Jennifer Lawrence not taking break from acting
Hollywood star Jennifer Lawrence is not taking a year off from acting, her representative has confirmed. In a recent interview the 27-year-old star said she was going to take a break from the screen in order work with a non-profit organisation fighting corruption, but a representative for the actor tells Entertainment Weekly that she will return to work when one of her several projects in development is ready to go. Lawrence currently has seven projects in her kitty, including an untitled film with Amy Schumer, Ron Howard's Zelda Fitzgerald biopic "Zelda", Adam McKay's "Bad Blood", Luca Guadagnino's "Burial Rites", and more. The actor has repeatedly talked about taking a break from her acting career. She first discussed about it in September during an appearance on Today. "I'm taking one. I don't have anything set for two years," she told Savannah Guthrie.
Haryanvi singer sends notice to 'Veerey Ki Wedding' makers
Haryanvi singer Vikas Kumar on Monday sent a legal notice to the makers of 'Veerey Ki Wedding' alleging that the song 'Hat Ja Tau' in the film has been originally sung by him and is being used without his permission, breaching Copyrights Act.Kumar's lawyer has stated that the makers cannot use the song without his permission and will have to pay him Rs. 7 crore."They'll have to seek apology from Vikas Kumar, pay him Rs 7 crore as damages and not use the song without his permission. If they don't do this, civil and criminal action will be taken against them after a week. We have also sent a complaint to Central Board of Film Certification (CFBC) Chairman Prasoon Joshi," his lawyer told ANI.Bigg Boss 11's Sapna Choudhary, who appears in 'Hatt Ja Tau', has sung the song with Sunidhi Chauhan.'Veerey Ki Wedding' stars Pulkit Samrat, Jimmy Shergill, Kriti Kharbanda, Yuvika Choudhary and Satish Kaushik.The film is set to release on March 9.
I was bullied mercilessly in school: Georgie Henley
Actor Georgie Henley has revealed she was ''bullied mercilessly'' by her school peers while she was filming the "Narnia" trilogy. The 22-year-old actor, who shot to fame when she was only eight as Lucy Pevensie in the Disney series, said the success had a toll on her education because she ''didn't have the confidence'' to be proud of her work. ''I loved the work side of school, I loved learning, but the social side was a minefield. And part of that was worsened by the films that I had done, by me being in and out of school. There is such a pressure of child stars not to admit that it's hard. To smile and say 'yeah, I love my double life', and pretend they are a special agent or something. "... I was bullied mercilessly; people were so awful to me at school. It was amazing getting to university and people being, like, 'That's so cool!' And I was, like 'I know, right?' So I wish I could say to the 13-year-old me, 'Be proud of what you've accomplished'. And that doesn't mean being ...
Fergie responds to national anthem controversy
Eight-time Grammy Award winner Fergie has addressed the backlash she received for her national anthem performance at the NBA All-Star Game Sunday.The singer, on Monday, said she tried her best but "clearly this rendition didn't strike the intended tone.""I've always been honoured and proud to perform the national anthem, and last night I wanted to try something special for the NBA," she told E! Online.She continued, "I'm a risk taker artistically, but clearly this rendition didn't strike the intended tone. I love this country and honestly tried my best".The 42-year-old, who was tasked to sing the 'Star-Spangled Banner', reworked the tune to more of a jazzy beat, which resulted in tons of backlash from viewers and Twitter users alike.
Prince Harry-Meghan Markel's wedding so romantic, says Naomi Watts
British actor Naomi Watts, who played Princess Diana in a 2013 biographical drama, finds Prince Harry's romance with Meghan Markle "lovely". The 49-year-old star says she is looking forward to seeing the 33-year-old Royal tie the knot with the "Suits" star at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle on May 19. "I think it's lovely. It's the union of two people, making a promise, there's nothing better than that, it's so romantic," Watts told People magazine. "Diana" focused on the last two years of the Princess' life, when she was rumoured to have been in a relationship with cardiologist Hasnat Khan and later, Dodi Fayed.