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Drake-BlocBoy 'Look Alive' fuelled with 'chicken' hip-hop moves
The joint music venture of Rapper BlocBoy JB and Drake celebrateed the spirit of hip-hop in their new album, 'Look Alive'.The Memphis Rapper shared the new music video 'Look Alive' on his Instagram account.The video includes the chicken-head hip-hop dance form. widely popularised by the BlockBoy's 'Shoot' video.Drake was seen in the forefront of the video dancing throughout.The video also features a montage sequence, followed by the entire music video set up in an indoor basketball court.The music video has been released on the online video streaming website YouTube.
Amitabh Bachchan writes poem following brief hospitalisation
Bollywood veteran has written a poem depicting his brief stay in a hospital on Friday and the following tryst with the media.The 75-year-old actor shared the poem on his official blog.The actor later tweeted a message informing his fans of his well-being and sharing the link with his fans, earlier today.Sr. Bachchan was briefly admitted to Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai after facing gastrointestinal problems on Friday. He was later discharged on the same evening, following a thorough monitoring.Incidentally, the trailer for Sr. Bachchan's next, '102 Not Out' was released the same day on Twitter. The film also stars Rishi Kapoor in a pivotal role.
New poster of 'Hichki' is out
A new poster of Rani Mukerji-starrer, 'Hichki' has come out on Saturday.The poster features a dreamy looking Rani and a bunch of school kids on either side of her.The film depicts the life of a common girl played by the 'Mardani' star, who has a nervous system disorder called, Tourette Syndrome that forces people who are suffering from it to make repetitive movements or sounds, involuntarily.In other words, 'Hichki' is about the positive attitude of turning one's weakness into strength, and hence taking challenges head-on.The film is helmed by Siddharth P Malhotra and produced by Maneesh Sharma.The film is slated to hit the screens on March 23.
Digital platforms boosting to indie music: Jeet Gannguli
Composer Jeet Gannguli, known for his work in films like "Aashiqui 2" and "Hamari Adhuri Kahani", has hailed social networking sites for giving a "solid boost" to independent music.
We carry privilege as a responsibility: Amaan, Ayaan
Well-known classical musicians Amaan and Ayaan Ali Bangash, sons of legendary sarod player Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, say they do not take the privilege lightly and instead, consider it a responsibility.
Sad that youths do not know of Uday Shankar: Sonal Mansingh
Classical dance exponent Sonal Mansingh has expressed displeasure that the present generation of Indians do not know much about dancing legends such as Uday Shankar and Balasaraswati. Mansingh also wondered why classical dance and other art forms were not getting more space in the media which would have enabled the youth to be aware of the icons in classical music. "But I am so sad the present day generation do not know much of Uday Shankar. Let us put pressure on Central and respective state governments in keeping the traditions of personalities like Uday Shankar and Balasaraswati alive, our culture alive," she said at the Kolkata Literature Festival. It was Uday Shankar who had taken out Indian dance and music to the West, the legendary Bharatnatyam and Odissi danseuse said last evening. Mansingh recalled her initiation to classical dance through Manipuri dance form at the age of four learning Bharatnatyam at the age of seven and Odissi exponent Kelucharan Mohapatra ..
Numbers never mattered to me: Deepika on 'Padmaavat' success
Sanjay Leela Bhansali's period drama "Padmaavat" has entered Rs 200 crore club and actor Deepika Padukone is brimming with pride over the film's success. Though, she says, the number game does not matter to her, the "Bajirao Mastani" actor is happy with the love the film, which also features Shahid Kapoor and Ranveer Singh in pivotal roles, is getting from audience for her portrayal of Queen Padmavati. "The journey of'Padmaavat'has been nothing short of incredible. While numbers never mattered to me. But atthis momentIfeel proud as an artist and as an individual. There could be no better reward than having surpassed my previous highs," Deepika said in a statement here. "Padmavaat" has broken the record of Deepika's own film "Chennai Express" and raked in Rs 236 crore at the box office till February 8 in India. Deepika will be seen next in Vishal Bhardwaj's film alongside Irrfan Khan.
'Gully Boy' to release on Valentine's Day 2019
Zoya Akhtar's upcoming directorial venture "Gully Boy", starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt, will delight Bollywood lovers on Valentine's Day next year.
Nothing is safe in the film industry: Ayushmann Khurrana (IANS Interview)
Actor Ayushmann Khurrana, who has featured in films on sperm donation and erectile dysfunction, says being offbeat and experimenting with new roles is always a good idea as nothing is "safe" in the film industry, and the audience is always looking out for something new.
'Raj Kumar Gupta gives complete freedom to actors'
Director Raj Kumar Gupta, known for helming films like "No One Killed Jessica" and "Aamir", gives freedom to the actors he works with, says newcomer Amit Bimrot.
Digital medium is new ticket to Bollywood: Angira Dhar
Actor Angira Dhar, who is awaiting the release of her first Netflix film "Love Per Square Foot", says she is a product of digital medium and feels that it is the new way to get into Bollywood. "Love Per Square Foot", which premiers online on Valentine's Day, is the first Netflix original Hindi film. Dhar, in an interview with PTI, said she owed a lot to the digital platform as her journey started with Y-films' web series "Bang Baaja Baarat". "The kind of love, appreciation you get here is unadulterated, fans feel they can tell you directly anything," she said. "They don't see you as larger than life actors. People have hugged me on roads thinking it is ok. The digital platform has given me lot, I am a product of the digital medium. It is the new ticket to Bollywood," she added. Beaming with joy, Dhar said acting alongside industry stalwarts such as Ratna Pathak Shah, Supriya Pathak and Raghuvir Yadav was a great learning experience for her. "I have seen Ratna mam ...
It's time for celebration: Deepika Padukone
Bollywood star Deepika Padukone has said it's time for celebration as her recently released film 'Padmaavat' has become her highest grossing movie.Sanjay Leela Bhansali's magnum-opus has raked in a whopping Rs. 236 cr., which is higher than Deepika's biggest box office grosser till date, 'Chennai Express'."I think the film deserves all the kind of love and the blessings that we are receiving. The box-office number are really a testament of that and it's not over," the 32-year-old said here on the sidelines of Volare Awards 2018.Speaking about her co-stars Ranveer Singh and Shahid Kapoor, the 'Bajirao Mastani' star said, "I think for me, Ranveer's contribution in the film as well as Shahid's contribution is something that I will always cherish. I think it was very gracious of them to give so much to this film and I am so happy that together we get to celebrate the success."The event was organised by Consulate General of Italy, where Deepika received an award. She was accompanied by her
Elisabeth Moss to star in 'A Letter From Rosemary Kennedy'
"Handmaid's Tale" star Elizabeth Moss will play the role of late Rosemary Kennedy in Ritesh Batra's next directorial venture "A Letter From Rosemary Kennedy". Rosemary was the younger sister of former US President John F Kennedy, and the third child of Joseph P Kennedy and Rose Fitzgerald, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The film's story is based on a Black List spec script by first-timer Nick Yarborough, will chronicle the life of Rosemary, who spent a lifetime hidden from public view because of the political ambitions of her father, Joseph Kennedy. "The movies about the Kennedy family are deservedly stormy affairs, but here's a story about the storms within all of us. "This is why I am excited to tell this story, and to collaborate with Elisabeth, a fabulously talented actor," Batra said in a statement. Jason Michael Berman and Kevin Turen will produce the project along with Moss. Richard Arlook, Allard Cantor, and Jarrod Murray will serve as the executive ...
Fans going berserk over Joel McHale's new show
Fans are losing their minds over the first trailer of Joel McHale's new Netflix showThey took to Twitter and showed their love for the much-awaited return of McHale to the screens.One user wrote, "Joel McHale is coming back, god is real".Joel McHale is coming back, god is real— Ana Leao (@arannea) February 9, 2018Another user tweeted, "I love Joel" and shared his concern about the political affinity of the show.I love Joel. Please tell me this show isn't going to be political so I can tune in.— erik carlson (@erikec) February 8, 2018The third user commented on the bearded look of McHale and wrote, "So, is this like The Soup, but now his beard has more grey, or? (Please note: the beard gives me feelings)".So, is this like The Soup, but now his beard has more grey, or? (Please note: the beard gives me feelings)— marissa (@adrblyeccentric) February 8, 2018The trailer came out on Friday and featured some quirky moments of McHale.He's not the hero we need or deserve but he's the one we ...
Dillon Francis keen to perform with Nucleya
American DJ and record producer Dillon Francis, currently here for the Vh1 Supersonic 2018, has expressed interest in performing with Indian DJ Nucleya.
Prakash Jha bats for gender equality, laments low representation of women in film industry
At a time when whispers of sexual harassment in Hollywood have turned into thunderous protests under the #metoo banner, noted Indian filmmaker Prakash Jha has come forward to bat for gender equality in Indian film industry. Speaking at the "Difficult Dialogues" here, Jha lamented the low number of women in Bollywood and dubbed it "the tragedy of our times".
Rajkummar's 'Omerta' to release on April 20
Filmmaker Hansal Mehta drama film "Omerta", starring Rajkummar Rao, has been locked for release on April 20.
Jake Gyllenhaal, Ansel Elgort to star in 'Finest Kind'
Actors Jake Gyllenhaal, Ansel Elgort, and Zendaya have signed on to star in the thriller film "Finest Kind". The film will be directed by "L A Confidential" scribe Brian Helgeland, who has also penned the script, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The story follows two brothers who strike a dangerous deal with a crime syndicate that draws them into the Boston underworld. Gyllenhaal will also produce the project along with Riva Marker, via their banner Nine Stories. Gary Foster, Russ Krasnoff, Dan Friedkin and Bradley Thomas are also attached to the project as producers.
Working with Atif, Shirley 'amazing' for DJ Chetas
DJ Chetas says working with Pakistani star Atif Aslam and Indo-Kiwi singer Shirley Setia for his debut single was an amazing experience.
Reyhna Malhotra to enter 'Deewane Anjane' (TV Snippets)
Actress Reyhna Malhotra will make a cameo appearance in TV show "Deewane Anjane".