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Not scared of protests against Kamala Das biopic: Director Kamal
Malayalam film director Kamal is not a worried man even though his biopic on the very fiery author-poet Kamala Das has ignited debates and protests, as well as attracted an attempt to stop the film legally for propagating "love jihad" -- a charge that Kamal vehemently denies.
Hurt by rumours, nothing offensive in 'Manikarnika': Kangana
Actor Kangana Ranaut today dismissed rumours that there was a romantic sequence involving Rani Laxmibai in her film "Manikarnika", saying those spreading such stories are actually defaming the queen. Brahmin group 'Sarv Brahmin Mahasabha' from Rajasthan has raised objection over the film, alleging it features a romantic scene between Rani Laxmibai and a British East India company agent. Kangana, who is in the city to shoot for the film, said the crew is hurt by such allegations. "It is very lowly (neech baat) to even think like that about Rani Laxmibai. We cannot even think like that, the kind of things they are saying. What they are saying is actually defaming. There is nothing like that. It is idle talk and I don't know why it is being said," the actor told reporters here. Kangana said the film has been written by K V Vijayendra Prasad, who also penned "Baahubali". "We are hurt and upset. The writer of the film, Vijayendra Prasad has named his daughter Manikarnika. We .
Richard Pryor's widow confirms he slept with Marlon Brando
Richard Pryor's widow has confirmed that the late comedian slept with late actor Marlon Brando.
3-day arts and music fest at Isha Yoga Centre from Feb 10
A three-day festival of music is being organised at Isha Yoga Centre here from February 10. It is being conducted in an endeavour to preserve and promote Indian art, music and dance. The 9th annual Yaksha Festival will be held in the presence of Sadhguru, founder of Isha Foundation, with Bansuri performance by Rakesh Chaurasia, the disciple of renowned Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia, on the inaugural day. A classical vocalist from Jaipur, Shruthi Sadolikar Katkar of Atrauli Gharana will perform on the second day, while the final day concert will be by young Vidwan N Ravikiran, a prodigy with the Chitraveena, a Isha release said. Yaksha, the celestial beings in Indian mythology, attempts to showcase art forms which evolved over thousands of years and are a source of spiritual inspiration. India's various art forms are not only a reflection of the diverse culture of this land but also a source of spiritual inspiration, the release said. However, these art forms are quickly ...
Political alliance not like casting a star: Haasan
Actor-turned-politician Kamal Haasan on Thursday said a political alliance is not like selecting actors for a movie and he and Rajinikanth have to think whether they should join hands.
Use Google Photos to create a perfect Valentine's Day video
In time for Valentine's Day this year, technology giant Google has launched a new feature on Google Photos to help make the day more special for your loved ones.Get creative and share your memories using themed movies, and share them with your partner, friends, and family; not just this Valentine's Day but all year long.Introducing create-your-own themed movies:Beginning today, you can turn your photos into themed movies via the Google Photos app or on the web, with nothing more than a few clicks.The themed movie creator brings together photos of a loved one or an important event, and expertly edits them together and sets it to music.You might have seen Google Photos automatically creating these movies for you before, but now, you have the ability to create one whenever you want.With a range of themes, from "They Grow Up So Fast" to the feline favorite "Meow Movie", it is the perfect way to celebrate all your favorite people, furry friends, and treasured moments.How to make the themed
54 pvt TV channels violated programme, advert codes since 2014
As many as 54 private television channels have violated the programme and advertising codes since 2014, the Lok Sabha was informed today. Seventeen channels each violated the code in 2014 and 2015, while 16 channels in 2016, Information and Broadcasting Minister Smriti Zubin Irani said in a written reply. However, there was a sharp dip in 2017 with only four channels found to have violated the code, Irani said. She said that all the programmes and advertisements telecast on private satellite TV channels were required to adhere to the Programme and Advertising Codes prescribed under the Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act, 1995, and Cable Television Network Rules, 1994. The minister said that the Act does not provide for pre- censorship of any programme or advertisement telecast on the channels. However, she said that all programmes and advertisements were required to be in conformity with the codes which contain a whole range of parameters to regulate programmes ...
Mumbai celebrated an evening of quality literary poetry with sufi singers Fareed Sabri, Ameen Sabri
The evening was perfect and the audience was agerly waiting for the soulful music to reverberate in their ears. After all, who would not want to get mesmerized by the soulful renditions of renowned singers, the Sabri Brothers - Fareed Sabri and Ameen Sabri. The Y B Chavan Auditorium in Nariman Point, Mumbai was packed with music connoisseurs on 13th January, 2018 who had come to attend "Meeraas" - The Heritage by Pasbaan-e-Adab Association. This annual ritual gets on stage the best-known works of great Indian poets, and it is screened along with a live rendition of one of their best works to a selected gathering.India is a rich blend of composite culture and heritage, and this beautiful fusion has made India a country that has abundant of diversity in music. The soul of this beautiful amalgamation is brought out by the efforts of some like the Pasbaan-e-Adab Association, which espouses the cause of protecting and promoting the art and literature of India.This year's fifth edition was .
Don't distort historical facts: Pratibha Patil
Former president Pratibha Patil said today that there should be no distortion of historical facts while making films. "Rani Padmavati was the symbol of women's honour and the honour should remain. Women should be respected," Patil said when asked about the recently released controversial film Padmaavat, which faced wrath of several Rajput groups, including Karni Sena. They were against the film for its alleged 'distortion of history'.
I dated Ivanka Trump: Quincy Jones
Legendary music producer Quincy Jones says he has dated US President Donald Trump's daughter and adviser Ivanka Trump.
Dave Weckl to awe Jazz affecandoes in Delhi
Legendary drummer Dave Weckl, along with leading jazz players from Denmark, Luxembourg, the United Kingdom, Israel and India are all set to awe Jazz affecandoes in the national capital.
Uncertainty over 'Padmaavat' release in Indore, Bhopal
The suspense over the release of "Padmaavat" continued in Indore and Bhopal as the stance of the Shri Rajput Karni Sena is not clear to the cinema hall owners. However, many cinema halls were ready for the release.
Rush wins temporary gag order against newspaper
Actor Geoffery Rush has successfully applied to supress the details of the defense arguments of Australian newspaper The Daily Telegraph, against which he had filed a defamation lawsuit. The 66-year-old actor had sued the paper late last year after it had published an article, which was later deleted, alleging that the Sydney Theatre Company had received a complaint against Rush, who had starred in 2015-2016 production of "King Lear". Rush had claimed the Daily Telegraph made him out as a "pervert" and "sexual predator" with their "KING LEER" headline. In a case management hearing in the Federal Court of Australia, Rush's barrister Richard McHugh said the paper's defence was "hopeless" and "dead in the water", reported Australia's ABC News. Lawyer for The Daily Telegraph, Lyndelle Barnett, told the court the newspaper had information it had not published which backed its defence case. She also said the articles did not allege sexual misconduct on the part of ...
"Padmaavat" release deferred in Indore
The proposed release of controversial film "Padmaavat" in Indore today has been deferred, office-bearers of a film association said. The film distributors and theatre owners in the city had two days back, agreed to screen the film today after the state government assured to provide adequate security cover. "The release of "Padmaavat" in Indore, which was to happen today, has been put off. Right now, we cannot exactly tell when it will be released here," director of Central Circuit Cine Association (CCCA), O P Goyal, told PTI. He did not specify why the release of the film has been deferred. A special show of the film was held for Karni Sena leaders and activists in the city last night. However, the organisation continue to object to the film alleging distortion of history. After watching the movie, MP Karni Sena in-charge Raghu Parmar told reporters, "History has been distorted in the movie." "The movie depicts the character of erstwhile Chittor ruler Ratan Singh as weak
Radhika makes time for 'Pad Man' amid shoot (Movie Snippets)
When "Pad Man" hits the screens on Friday, it will be the first time that actress Radhika Apte won't be present in Mumbai for her film's release. She says the movie is special, but she is busy with the shoot of another project in Delhi.
Indian origin student receives typewriter from Tom Hanks
An Indian-origin student was in for a surprise when she received a typewriter from none other than Hollywood star Tom Hanks. Jessica Khera could not believe her eyes when she saw the typewriter, addressed to her arrived, at her Fusion Academy Sugar Land, Texas. Khera's teacher Deanne Owen, who had assigned her to read Tom Hanks' book "Uncommon Type" and watch the documentary "California Typewriting", successfully guessed who might have sent the gift, reported Fox 26. "I was just like, it has to be from Tom Hanks," said Owen. "We had a mutual love of Tom Hanks, and we knew that he'd just written a book," she added. Hanks' love for typewriters is well documented and he has a huge collection of typewriters. Khera said she wrote a letter to Hanks after watching the documentary where the actor had said that he will give a typewriter to anyone who asks for one. "I was kind of in shock. It didn't feel like it was real. Like, the actual Tom Hanks sent our school a typewriter. But
'Manikarnika' official release date not yet announced
The makers of "Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi" on Thursday said the film's release date is yet to be announced.
Mahadev's role is going to be with me forever: Mohit Raina
He descended on the small screen as Lord Shiva, a role that made Mohit Raina a household name and a phenomenon on television. Although he has moved on to other things, Raina is still recognised by his portrayal of lord Shiva. "I'm fortunate to be loved by all age groups. I have made peace with the fact that Mahadev is going to be with me forever. The character had a universal appeal. Each group had their own reasons to be attached to the role," the 35-year- old actor told PTI in an interview. The actor believes the team of the show hit a jackpot in depicting the beloved god of destruction in a "personalised" manner, something which was never done before. "I had girls of age 10-12 years come up to me, saying 'Uncle, you look sexy'. Some have called me hot while others have liked my dimples... Making Shiva sexy and cool at the same time was the objective from the outset," Raina. The actor says it is tough to break out of the mould of a character - be it Lord Shiva or Samrat
Will battle depression for the rest of my life: SelGo
After her struggle with mental health issues in the last year, Selena Gomez has said she will be putting her health at the forefront for 2018.The 'Bad Liar' singer recently opened up about her ongoing battle with depression and anxiety in an interview with Harper's Bazaar."I've had a lot of issues with depression and anxiety, and I've been very vocal about it, but it's not something I feel I'll ever overcome," said the 25-year-old, as reported by E! Online."There won't be a day when I'm like, 'Here I am in a pretty dress-I won!' I think it's a battle I'm gonna have to face for the rest of my life, and I'm OK with that because I know that I'm choosing myself over anything else. I'm starting my year off with that thought. I want to make sure I'm healthy. If that's good, everything else will fall into place.""I don't really set goals 'cause I don't want to be disappointed if I don't reach them, but I do want to work on my music, too. My next album has been forever in the making. When ...
Haasan to meet 'key world influencers from TN' during US visit
Actor Kamal Haasan, who is set to foray into politics soon, will meet a set of "key world influencers from Tamil Nadu," during his ongoing US visit, his office said today. As part of the initiative, he has "met Dr KR Sridhar, Founder and CEO, Bloom Energy in Sunnyvale, California, to discuss the prospect of clean energy solutions for Tamil Nadu," the actor's office said in a release. Sridhar had been director of the Space Technologies Laboratory at the University of Arizona, the release said. "Later, he led a project that built a Mars oxygen production cell. After NASA cancelled the Mars-2001 Surveyor Lander mission, Dr Sridhar started working on reversing the process, using oxygen and hydrogen to create power," it added. Meanwhile, writing in his weekly column in a Tamil magazine, Haasan said the Tamil diaspora across the world were passionate towards Tamil Nadu and that he wanted that love and passion to be implemented for the state's welfare. Haasan, who will be giving