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'Secret Superstar' crosses Rs 500 crore in China
'Secret Superstar's magic run continues in China as the Aamir Khan-starrer has already crossed Rs 500 crore in the country.After the phenomenal success of his films like '3 Idiots', 'PK' and 'Dangal', Aamir's latest release is also receiving tremendous response from the nation.Trade analyst Taran Adarsh reports that the film has earned USD 79.42 million (Rs. 509 cr)."#SecretSuperstar continues its PHENOMENAL RUN in China... Crosses Rs. 500 cr in 2 weeks... Question is, will it cross USD 100 mn? [Week 2] Mon USD 3.43 mn Tue USD 3.33 mn Wed USD 3.23 mn Thu USD 2.82 mn Total: USD 79.42 million [Rs. 509 cr]," he tweeted.The film had managed to rake in a whopping Rs. 174 crore in just three days at the China Box Office.Directed by Advait Chandan, 'Secret Superstar' features Zaira Wasim in the lead role and the 'Thugs of Hindostan' star in an extended cameo.
Jodhpur HC to preview 'Padmaavat' on Feb 9
The Jodhpur High Court heard the petition filed by director Sanjay Leela Bhansali in connection with rejecting the FIR of a case filed against 'Padmaavat' in Didwana police station of Nagaur district.The court has decided to review the film and have set the date of watching the film on February 9 at Judicial Academy auditorium.The judicial officers will preview the Sanjay Leela Bhansali film 'Padmavat' and decide whether anybody's religious feelings are hurt by the film or not.
Ronan understood gender discrepancies in Hollywood at 12
"Ladybird" star Saoirse Ronan says she got to know how women were treated in Hollywood when she was 12.
Christian Bale's 'Hostiles' gets India release date
Christian Bale and Rosamund Pike-starrer "Hostiles" will release in India on February 16.
Jennifer Lawrence to host politically charged show
Actress Jennifer Lawrence will host "Unrigged Live!" appearing alongside Tig Notaro and Nikki Glaser in a politically charged variety show of comedy and music.
Casio unveils BABY-G Collaboration Model featuring Hello Kitty
Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced the release of the latest addition to the BABY-G line of women's shock-resistant watches, based on the concept of "Tough and Cool."The BGA-190KT is a collaboration model inspired by a globe-trotting Hello Kitty and will be available in two models.The base model for the collaboration model is the BGA-190, which is popular among avid travelers for Dual Dial World Time that simultaneously shows the time in two cities. Inspired by a globe-trotting Hello Kitty, the watch is designed to appeal to women who enjoy traveling.The minute hand is decorated with Hello Kitty's trademark red ribbon, and the watch band is covered with Hello Kitty-style illustrations arranged like random passport stamps, to set the mood for travel. The back plate and special packaging feature an originally-designed pilot Hello Kitty to commemorate the collaboration.The BGA-190KT is designed to inspire travel, extending to the special packaging that includes a box styled like a ...
Octavia Spencer roped in for horror-thriller 'Ma'
Actress Octavia Spencer is reuniting with "The Help" director Tate Taylor for "Ma" -- a new film which is being described as a combination of a horror film and a psychological thriller.
A.R. Rahman's score to be played at Oscar Concert
Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman's hit score from "Slumdog Millionaire" has been included in the line-up planned for the Oscar Concert.
Instagram users less interested in controversial images
The majority of Instagram users are drawn to the popular photo-sharing platform for social news and entertainment, and they are less likely to engage with political or controversial images, says a study.
Sustainability should be inclusive: Rajesh Pratap Singh
Fashion designer Rajesh Pratap Singh says the concept of sustainability may sound good but creating clothes that appear "strange" in the name of the newest fashion trend makes little sense. The couturier, known for creating minimalistic marvels, said a lot needs to be done to do justice to the planet. "Sustainability is not about a certain type of colour palette. True sustainability will come through when everyone is involved. It can't be about some strange people wearing some strange clothes. It has to be inclusive and mass produced. It has to give us answers to the problems the environment faces... There's much more that can be done," Singh told PTI on the sidelines of the Lakme Fashion Week. The designer, whose "eco-collection" was presented by Tencel branded lyocell fibres from the house of Lenzing, said the thread despite being sustainable soaks in the colour dye beautifully. "I just wanted to experiment with the fibre. I was just thinking that what could be the ...
Aditi confirms collaborating with Mani Ratnam again
Actress Aditi Rao Hydari, who is basking in the appreciation coming her way for her brief but brilliant performance in "Padmaavat", has confirmed that she is set to reunite with filmmaker Mani Ratnam for another Tamil film.
'Den of Thieves': A convoluted heist drama (IANS Review, Rating: **1/2)
Film: "Den of Thieves"; Director: Christian Gudegaast; Cast: Gerard Butler, Pablo Schreiber, O'Shea Jackson Jr., Brian Van Holt, Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson III, Evan Jones, Kaiwi Lyman-Mersereau, Moe McRae, Maurice Compte; Rating: **1/2
Arjun Rampal shoots in Chandigarh for 'Paltan'
Actor Arjun Rampal is excited to shoot for the last schedule of "Paltan" here.
Stan Lee back home after brief hospitalisation
Stan Lee, the former head of Marvel Comics and creator of numerous comic book heroes, was briefly hospitalised, but is back home and "feeling great".
'Pad Man' stars hope to break silence on menstruation
Actors Akshay Kumar and Sonam Kapoor, who feature in the forthcoming movie "Pad Man" -- a film highlighting awareness on menstrual hygiene -- have collaborated for a video '#AbSamjhautaNahin - The Shopping List', stressing on how the silence around menstruation needs to be broken.
Content bigger than banner, superstar: 'Pad Man' actress
Actress Urmila Mahanta, who plays a pivotal role in the Akshay Kumar-starrer "Pad Man", says the audience loves films with strong content and that a movie's success doesn't rely just on the banner or superstar.
'Yamla Pagla Deewana: Phir Se' nearing completion
"Yamla Pagla Deewana: Phir Se", The third instalment of the "Yamla Pagla Deewana" franchise, is nearing completion.
Remakes should be done properly: Yo Yo Honey Singh
Rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh, who has reworked and given a modern touch to songs like "Dil chori" and "Chote chote peg maar", says recreations should be done properly.
'Daas Dev' release shifted to March 9
The release date for filmmaker Sudhir Mishras "Daas Dev" has been pushed from February 16 to March 9.
Menstruation taboos exist among both genders: Radhika Apte
Actress Radhika Apte, who plays a key role in Akshay Kumar-starrer "Pad Man", says the menstruation taboo has not only existed among men but also among women who are conditioned for years not to talk about the natural process openly.