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Failure has made me stronger, says Sean Paul (IANS Interview)

Grammy Award-winning Jamaican rapper Sean Paul became a global star after his second album "Dutty Rock" hit the music stores in 2002. While his dancehall-oriented numbers often topped the charts, there were times when he also faded from prominence. But he believes that failure makes people stronger, and that's what it has done to him.

Brains of jazz and classical pianists work differently

The brain circuits work differently for jazz and classical pianists, a study has found, which may explain why even professional musicians find it difficult to switch between the two styles. Scientists at Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences (MPI CBS) in Germany showed that while different processes occur in jazz and classical pianists' brains, even when performing the same piece. "The reason could be due to the different demands these two styles pose on the musicians - be it to skilfully interpret a classical piece or to creatively improvise in jazz," said Daniela Sammler, neuroscientist at MPI CBS. One crucial distinction between the two groups of musicians is the way in which they plan movements while playing the piano. Regardless of the style, pianists, first have to know what they are going to play and, subsequently, how to play. It is the weighting of both planning steps, which is influenced by the genre of the music. Classical pianists focus .

Kolkata to host children's film fest from Jan 19

The 7th edition of Kolkata International Children's Film Festival, set to begin on January 19, will showcase films from 33 countries. The nine-day fest will have films in 'wildlife', 'friendship' and 'coming-of-age' categories to foster the spirit of quest and adventure in young minds, a spokesperson of the Shishu Kishore Akademi, an institute funded by the state government, said today. Over 200 films from 32 countries, including the US, France, Germany, Iran and Kazakhstan, will be screened alongside Indian productions at Nandan, Rabindra Sadan, Sisir Mancha, Rabindra Tirtha, Ahindra Manch and Star Theatre, she said. The fest will open to Amole Gupte's action-adventure film 'Sniff'. Sagnik Chatterjee's documentary 'Feluda: 50 years of Ray's Detectives' will be screened on the concluding day. An initiative by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, the Shishu Kishore Akademi has been organizing children's film festivals every year since 2011.

'The Flash' may find helmers in 'Spiderman: Homecoming's screenwriters

Looks like, the 'fastest man on the planet' is inching closer to getting directors for his big screen representation.According to the Hollywood Reporter, the screenwriters of 'Spiderman: Homecoming,' John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, are in negotiations to direct 'Flashpoint', the Flash's standalone movie starring Ezra Miller.The studio had initially courted Ben Affleck to return to the director's chair, but he passed on the gig.The film has previously had two other directors attached. 'Dope' filmmaker Rick Famuyiwa left in October 2016 over "creative differences." His exit followed that of Seth Grahame-Smith, who had written the script and was attached to helm.Daley and Goldstein are popular for writing comedies such as 'Horrible Bosses' and the reboot of Spider-Man, titled 'Homecoming', which earned more than 880 million dollars worldwide.No release date has been set for 'Flashpoint'.

Feeling pressure to live up to expectations: Samir Soni

Actor Samir Soni, whose directorial debut "My Birthday Song" is releasing on Friday, says he is feeling the pressure to live upto the expectation of the audience and celebrities who have tweeted in favour of the film.

Clicks can be bought, don't believe in number games: Sanjay Suri

Actor-producer Sanjay Suri, whose next is "My Birthday Song", says he is not in the rat race of the number game.

Trolls on my sexual orientation affect me: Priyank

Priyank Sharma was questioned about his sexual orientation with contestants throwing homophobic slurs during his stint in reality show "Bigg Boss 11". The actor says trolls on his sexual orientation and character do affect him.

Julia Donaldson to do Gruffalo gigs on first India visit

Popular picture book author Julia Donaldson will be on her first India visit from Friday and will engage with teachers, librarians, educators, parents and children besides doing "Gruffalo" performances. Publishers Scholastic India is hosting Donaldson's three- city tour of Delhi, Jaipur and Kolkata. "There's no doubt that Julia Donaldson is the biggest name in children's books the world over. It's an honour to have her here to inspire parents, children and teachers with her tour here in India," says Shantanu Duttagupta, publishing head for Scholastic India. In Delhi, she would talk about the "Magic of storytelling, performance and picture books" in an exclusive session for educators besides performing "The Gruffalo and Friends", an interactive show with plays and songs for children and families. As a writer, playwright and performer, Donaldson will share what makes a great story and how her books engage children in reading and performance. Donaldson will also bring her ..

I'm telling the truth: Farrow

Actress Dylan Farrow, adopted daughter of Woody Allen, says the sexual allegations she has put across against the veteran filmmaker are true.

All wars are somewhat similar: '12 Strong' director

"12 Strong" director says Nicolai Fuglsig says all wars are similar in terms of the "human tragedy".

No location on earth more beautiful that woman's body: RGV

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma, who has shot a film titled "God, Sex and Truth" with American porn star Mia Malkova, says a woman's body is beautiful and monumental to capture.

Shraddha 'nervous, excited' to shoot 'Stree'

Actress Shraddha Kapoor, who on Wednesday began the shoot of horror-comedy "Stree", was a bag of mixed emotions.

Gunn offers $100,000 to get Trump's weight

Filmmaker James Gunn has offered $100,000 to know the accurate weight of US President Donald Trump.

'Padmaavat' producers move SC against film banning in 4 states

Producers of 'Padmaavat' on Wednesday moved the Supreme Court to convince four states - Rajasthan, Haryana, Gujarat and Maharashtra -- to withdraw the ban on the film.In their plea, the producers questioned the right of these four state governments to ban the film when the apex court has already clarified that the film's screening can only be suspended in a particular area if there is law and order situation developing.Chief Justice Dipak Misra has reportedly agreed to hear the plea tomorrow.These four states banned the movie, saying its release may pose law and order problems.Starring Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh and Shahid Kapoor in lead roles, the film is based on 16th century Sufi poet Mohammad Jayasi's poem Padmavat.Film director Sanjay Leela Bhansali has been under fire for allegedly distorting history, which he has denied.Viacom18 Motion Pictures on January 14 announced that Bhansali's magnum opus is all set for a worldwide January 25 release in Hindi, Telugu and Tamil, ...

Mary Winstead joins Will Smith in 'Gemini Man'

Actress Mary Elizabeth Winstead has been roped in as the lead actress in "Gemini Man", opposite actor Will Smith.

Ilaiyaraaja sings for 'Maari 2'

Actor-filmmaker-singer Dhanush says he is thrilled that music-composer Ilaiyaraaja sang a song for the upcoming film "Maari 2".

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Bellucci, Lollobrigida to be feted at Italian Culture Fest

Iconic Italian actresses Monica Bellucci and Gina Lollobrigida will be honoured at a three-day cultural event sponsored by Filming on Italy and the Italian Institute of Culture Los Angeles Creativity Awards.

'Tiger Zinda Hai' gave us amazing memories: Katrina Kaif

Katrina Kaif, who reunited on-screen with Salman Khan after five years for "Tiger Zinda Hai" -- which has turned out to be the actors' highest ever grosser -- says the film gave the entire team memories to cherish.

Dave Bautista was almost not cast in 'Blade Runner' sequel

Actor Dave Bautista almost missed out on starring in "Blade Runner 2049" as director Denis Villeneuve thought he was too young to play the character. The "Guardians of the Galaxy" actor and Villeneuve recalled the casting of Bautista for the role of Sapper Morton in the film. "The vulnerability that Dave brought to the character was essential for the movie to be a success," said Villeneuve. Bautista said the experience of working in the film was first for him as it "was something completely different from anything I'd ever done, actually playing a character who was older than myself". To this, Villeneuve said despite Bautista's "strong presence", he felt "too young to play that part", an answer which left Bautista "stunned". "Throughout my experience in Hollywood, I was either too big or too old. I had never been told I was too young, and I just didn't know what to say. "And then they got in touch with me and asked if I would go through some makeup tests to try and age ..