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Hayley Atwell expresses solidarity with Dylan Farrow
Actor Hayley Atwell has expressed solidarity with Dylan Farrow, saying she regrets working in Woody Allen's "Cassandra's Dream". Allen has been accused of sexual abuse by Dylan Farrow, his adopted daughter with former partner Mia Farrow. Atwell, who is best known for her role of Agent Peggy Carter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, was asked about her experience of working for the director during an interview with The Guardian. "I haven't spoken about this before. It was my first film and I didn't feel directed by him at all. I didn't have any kind of relationship with him. And that was fine but bizarre. It was a great opportunity, so I did the best I could and left. I didn't know back then what I know now. Would I work with him now? No," Atwell said. "And I stand in solidarity with his daughter and offer an apology to her if my contribution to his work has caused her suffering or made her feel dismissed in any way. It's exciting that I can say this now and I'm not going .
Kashyap wraps 'Sacred Games', starts 'Manmarziyaan'
Anurag Kashyap has finished shooting for "Sacred Games" and started his next project "Manmarziyan". Kashyap's latest film "Mukkabaaz", starring Vineet Kumar Singh, Zoya Hussain, Ravi Kishan and Jimmy Shergill, opened in theatres on January 12 and has been received well by the audience as well by the critics. The filmmaker has now completed Netflix's "Sacred Games", featuring Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Saif Ali Khan and Radhika Apte. Vikramaditya Motwane has co-directed the eight-episode long web series. "'Sacred Games' wrapped .. 'Manmarziyan' begins... it's been a rollercoaster... 'Mukkabaaz', 'Bombay Talkies 2', 'Sacred Games', a secret short film and now 'Manmarziyan'... followed by two more this year... best time of my life," Kashyap tweeted. "Manmarziyan" is produced by Aanand L Rai. However, the makers are yet to cast the lead actors for the film. Kashyap is also working on his segment of "Bombay Talkies 2", starring Radhika Apte.
Global artistes to perform at Ragasthan
Ensemble Quinetique, a band from Netherlands, Tetseo Sisters, Israeli musician BEMET, Canadian music group Delhi 2 Dublin, Dhruv Visvanath and Barmer Boys will performi at a multi-cultural and multi-faceted music event called Ragasthan in Jaisalmer.
Patna cinema halls begin screening 'Padmaavat'
Cinema halls in Bihar capital Patna on Monday began screening Bollywood movie "Padmaavat" amid heavy security arrangements, officials said.
'Padmaavat' row:2 held for throwing petrol bomb inside theatre
Two youths have been arrested for allegedly throwing a petrol bomb inside a theatre screening the controversial film 'Padmaavat' here on Saturday, police said today. Abhishek and Kernail were arrested yesterday for throwing a petrol bomb in Chandra Talkies here and a case has been registered against them, said Circle Officer (CO) Harish Bhadhoria. The accused had come on a motorcycle and tried to set the hall on fire by throwing a petrol bomb, he said. No major damage was reported by the theatre's owners, police said. Meanwhile, security has been tightened at the two other cinema halls in the city showing the movie, after the incident, he added. The Sanjay Leela Bansali-directed period drama has been marred by controversies since the time it went into production. Fringe Rajput groups, including the Karni Sena, have protested against the movie alleging that it distorts history and shows Queen Padmini in "poor light". The filmmakers have repeatedly denied the allegations.
Swara's comment on 'Padmaavat' leads to Twitter spat
Actress Swara Bhasker's critique of "Padmaavat" as a movie that glorifies Sati and Jauhar, sparked a war of words between celebrities.
Bruno Mars shares Grammy honour with 'brothers'
Star performer Bruno Mars ensured he thanked his inner circle -- his co-writers -- when he took the stage with them to receive the Record of the Year honour at the 60th Grammy Awards ceremony.
'Garbage' by Q to premiere at Berlinale 2018
"Garbage", a socio-political drama directed by Q (Qaushiq Mukherjee), will have its world premiere at Panorama, at the Berlin International Film Festival. Produced by Shaailesh R Singh and Hansal Mehta of Karma Entertainment & Media LLP, and Q of ODDJOINT, the film revolves around a taxi driver, Phanishwar (Tanmay Dhanania)living with a mysterious girl, Nanaam, who he keeps in chains. When a medical student, Rami, who is a victim of revenge porn leaked online by an ex-boyfriend, seeks refuge in Goa, she stumbles into the strange but placid lives of Phanishwar and Nanaam. "I see garbage as a strong metaphor of human existence. I am shocked at the level of violent patriarchy and general apathy around me. India has been changing, and sucking itself into an abyss of misunderstanding and delusion, aided strongly by mainstream religious sentiments. "There's an imminent threat of the fragile social fabric imploding and affecting everyone. Garbage is my way of trying to ...
Indian film 'Garbage' to have world premiere at 68th Berlinale
"Garbage", directed by Qaushiq Mukherjee -- known as Q -- will be the only Indian movie at the Panorama section of the 68th Berlin International Film Festival next month.
Anushka practices sewing skills for 'Sui Dhaaga'
Actress Anushka Sharma, who is busy with Shah Rukh Khan-starrer "Zero", has begun preparing for her next film "Sui Dhaaga".
'Three Billboards' wins film of the year at London Critics' Circle awards
Martin McDonagh's 'Three Billboards outside Ebbing, Missouri' continued its golden run in this year's award season as the movie clinched three awards, including Film of the Year, at London Film Critics' Circle awards.Along with the film of the year prize, the dark comedy claimed actress of the year (Frances McDormand) and scriptwriter of the year (Martin McDonagh), according to the Hollywood Reporter.Timothee Chalamet was named actor of the year for 'Call Me by Your Name', Sean Baker won director of the year award for 'The Florida Project'.Christopher Nolan's war epic 'Dunkirk' was named as the British/Irish film of the year.In the British/Irish actress of the year category, Sally Hawkins won for 'The Shape of Water', while Daniel Kaluuya claimed the best Britsh/Irish actor of the year prize for 'Get Out'.Hugh Grant was named the best supporting actor for 'Paddington 2', while 'Phantom Thread's Lesley Manville won the best-supporting actress award.Meanwhile, Kate Winslet was presented
Miley Cyrus, Lady Gaga targeted by controversial street artist
Pop stars Lady Gaga and Miley Cyrus were targeted by a street artist who pasted their morphed posters at various places around Hollywood. Two posters one of Cyrus and one of Gaga which feature nude images of the singers, taken by controversial photographer Terry Richardson, were pasted at several places by controversial right wing artist Sabo, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The posters had the text "Long live music" and "#WeAllKnew", the latter in reference to those who kept quiet about sexual assault allegations in the media. The incident happened before the scheduled performances of Gaga and Cyrus at Grammy Awards, which was held at Madison Square Garden in New York City today. Sabo said he targeted the music industry because of the "misogynistic lyrics" that it exposes youngsters to. "How can anyone be upset with me putting these up when no one seems upset about what the music industry pushes to our kids?" he asked.
Prince's unreleased music will be out soon
Legendary singer Prince's unreleased music is currently being remixed and will be out "soon", his estate adviser has promised. The "Purple Rain" hitmaker died in April 2016 leaving behind vast vaults of unheard music, and now his estate adviser Troy Carter has revealed the "mind-blowing" music is finally set for release, reported Variety. "He was a guy who practically lived in a recording studio, and once we started going through (the unreleased material) we really started finding some gems. "I heard some music the other night that was pretty mind-blowing and we're getting some stuff mixed right now. We've got great projects in the works that I'm excited to talk about. So the answer is yes, there will be unreleased Prince music coming soon," Troy said. Prince, who was 57 when he died, had previously revealed the existence of the unreleased music in an interview published after his death.
Celebs say Time's Up with white rose at Grammys red carpet
If Hollywood celebrities opted for black to voice their protest against sexual harassment at the Golden Globes, the 2018 Grammy Awards chose white rose to signify that women, as Janelle Monae put it, come in peace but they mean business. Monae gave a heartfelt speech in solidarity with female artistes as she introduced Kesha's comeback performance at the 60th annual music gala, which was charged with the Time's Up movement message. "Artistes, writers, assistants, publicists, CEOs, producers, engineers and women from all sectors of the business. We are also daughters, wives, mothers, sisters and human beings. We come in peace, but we mean business. "And to those who would dare try to silence us, we offer you two words: Time's up. Because you see, it's not just going on in Hollywood, it's not just going on in Washington, it's right here in our industry as well," the "Tightrope" hitmaker said. The singer also said just as women have the capacity to shape culture, they also
Hillary Clinton trolls Trump in surprise Grammy appearance
Hillary Clinton sent the crowd into a roaring frenzy with a surprise appearance at the 60th annual Grammy Awards.In a surprise comedy bit at the 60th annual Grammy Awards, the former first lady read passages from Michael Wolff's best-seller 'Fire and Fury: Inside the Trump White House', the hit book about Trump's first year in the White House.Clinton's face was covered by the book when she first appeared on screen in the pre-taped sketch, but the crowd cheered when she lowered the book to reveal her face.The former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton read the famous line about Trump's love for fast food, "One reason why he liked to eat at McDonald's: Nobody knew he was coming and the food was safely premade".After Corden informed her that her performance was perfect, she responded gleefully, "You think so? The Grammy's in the bag?"The video showed Grammy host James Corden holding auditions for the book reading in hopes of nabbing next year's best-spoken word album with famous ...
Prakash Raj urges Indians to stand as fearless society which questions
Actor Prakash Raj, on Monday decried a "fake" statement on secularism and tolerance attributed to him. He also urged people to question fearlessly.
Baldwin compares Farrow to 'To Kill a Mockingbird' accuser
Alec Baldwin has compared Woody Allen accuser Dylan Farrow to "To Kill A Mockingbird" character Mayella Ewell, who falsely accused an African- America man of rape. In wake of the massive sexual harassment involving Harvey Weinstein, many celebrities have regretted working with Allen, who has been accused of sexual abuse by Dylan Farrow, his adopted daughter with former partner Mia Farrow. Baldwin, who had expressed support to Allen earlier as well, tweeted, "One of the most effective things Dylan Farrow has in her arsenal is the 'persistence of emotion'. Like Mayella in 'To Kill A Mockingbird', her tears/exhortations are meant to shame you into belief in her story. "But I need more than that before I destroy someone, regardless of their fame. I need a lot more," he added. Baldwin, who has collaborated with Allen on three projects, also referred to Moses Farrow, another adopted child by Mia and Allen, who claims the abuse allegations are false. "To say that Dylan Farrow is
Jennifer Hudson to star as Aretha Franklin in biopic
Jennifer Hudson is set to play Aretha Franklin in a new biopic after the "Respect" singer handpicked the actor herself. The announcement that Hudson would be taking on the role of the veteran singer was made during record producer Clive Davis' annual pre-Grammys party, reported Deadline. Hudson, 36, was introduced by Davis ahead of her performance at the party, and went on to perform Franklin's songs Think and Respect, before moving on to her own songs. Not many details about the film have been revealed but Franklin had previously said that the project has been in development since 2011. Producing the film will be "Straight Outta Compton's" Scott Bernstein and music producer Harvey Mason Jr.
Let 'Padmaavat' breathe: Rohit Shetty
Director Rohit Shetty says let Sanjay Leela Bhansali's directorial "Padmaavat" breathe for God's sake.
Not being fit is limiting for an actor: Parineeti Chopra
Actor Parineeti Chopra says she is happy that the variety of roles being offered to her has increased since she underwent weight loss two years ago. Taking a break from films in 2016, Chopra spent most of her time working on her physical fitness, and the actor said it paid off as she got Rohit Shetty's "Golmaal Again" only because she "looked fitter" than before. Asked if filmmakers began viewing her differently after her weight loss, she said, "I think yes. It is not necessarily the typical way that 'Now, she is looking sexy so, we will look at her in a different way.' Not at all. "It is not like that. Our directors and producers are beyond all of this. They just saw that I could do something different," she said. Chopra said staying fit gives filmmakers a chance to visualise an actor in various roles. "When you look a certain way, your expectations from that person are of a particular type, that may be she can only do these many roles," she said. "But when you give them