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Rajkummar, Shraddha starrer titled 'Stree'
The horror-comedy starring Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor has been titled "Stree".
DeNiro calls Trump 'baby-in-chief' at NBR awards
Robert DeNiro has been a strong critic of President Donald Trump, since the day Trump announced presidential candidacy.And once again, the actor has spoken about the U.S. President, making his feelings about the real-estate mogul-turned-politician absolutely clear at the National Board of Review awards- describing him as an "idiot" and calling him "baby-in-chief", reports Entertainment Weekly.At the ceremony, the American actor said, "Our government today, which the propping of our baby-in-chief has put the press under siege, ridiculing it by trying to discredit it through outrageous attacks and lies. And again, just like in 1971, the press is distinguishing itself with brave, exacting journalism."The 'Silver Linings Playbook' star also shared how he could not help but notice parallels between the story of Streep's new film, 'The Post,' and America's current political reality."It was fascinating to watch 'The Post'. That story took place nearly 50 years ago, but there are many ...
Book on Telugu short stories in English
An anthology of 28 Telugu short stories written by stalwarts of yesteryears as also new authors making waves in the realm of Telugu literature is now available in English. "Moisture Trapped in Stone: An Anthology of Modern Telugu Short Stories" translated by K N Rao has stories about everyday lives and ordinary people, highlighting the issues confronting the society covering a wide spectrum of topics. A total of 17 writers are featured in the volume, nine of them being women writers. Feudalistic prejudices to present-day problems and realities find a place in the stories, which range from the serious to the satirical, from light hearted humour to grave discursive. Some of the authors whose stories feature in the anthology, published by Niyogi Books, are B Geetika, D Kameswari, Jalandhara, Kalipatnam Rama Rao, Madhurantakam Rajaram and Popuri Lalita Kumari. According to Rao, Telugu short story, as a genre of literary writing, celebrated its centenary year in 2011. "The ...
Always wanted to be performer: Isabelle Kaif
Actress Isabelle Kaif, who made her acting debut with "Dr. Cabbie" and has now been roped in as the face of cosmetic brand Lakme, joining the likes of Kareena Kapoor Khan, says she always wanted to be a performing artiste.
2017 was a great year, say publishers
For publishers in India, 2017 was a great year an amazing range of books, new imprints, rewards and recognitions and prized acquisitions. The year saw numerous autobiographies and biographies, and books related to business, commercial and mass market fiction, besides literary fiction, sports, self help, chik-lit and culinary works. There were a number of works by new and little-known authors too. Penguin celebrated its 30th anniversary in India and HarperCollins India its 25th year. Bloomsbury India marked five years of its launch and the quarterly The Equator Line magazine completed five years. "We had a great year at HarperCollins. It was our 25th anniversary year and was really special. We celebrated the occasion with newly designed special editions of our 25 most iconic titles, launched an imprint for business books Harper Business," says HarperCollins India CEO Ananth Padmanabhan. "We also launched a brand new children's publishing program in November and a range ..
RGV shoots video with porn star Mia Malkova
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has shot a video titled "God, Sex and Truth" with American porn star Mia Malkova in Europe and he says it is an "elevating and thought provoking experience".
'Social media can deflect attention from development story'
Social media, though a powerful weapon in people's hands, has a "nasty potential" to divert the attention from the "narrative of development", Maharashtra Governor Ch Vidyasagar Rao has said. Rao was speaking at a journalism awards function organised by the Mantralay and Vidhimandal Vartahar Sangh (Association of Secretariat and Legislature Reporters) here last night. In his speech, he highlighted the disruption brought about by social media and the mobile Internet. "While social media is a powerful weapon in the hands of people, it has a flip-side, as it has a nasty potential to deflect the attention of society from the narrative of development, from the ongoing discourse on development," the governor said. It has a tremendous potential to divert the attention of the entire society from the problems and issues faced by the common man and the ordinary people, he added. Social media, coupled with smart phones, has brought about a "disrupting change" in the way the news is
Meryl Streep dedicates her NBR award to 'men'
Two days after 'female empowerment' dominated the star-studded ceremony of 'Golden Globes', the #TIMESUP movement was still very much on stars' minds at the National Board of Review Awards.To start the conversation at the awards, Meryl Streep did start the talking, but in a slightly different way.According to The Hollywood Reporter, Streep took the stage to accept the award for Best Actress for her role in 'The Post' and took the opportunity to acknowledge and address both genders.Streep started her speech by saying, "I love men. Yeah, I know it's the year of the woman and everything, but all of my mentors have been men."Before signing off, the legendary actress threw in an anecdote that came from Daniel Ellsberh, who was the whistle-blower from the Pentagon Papers.She said, "You know, this moment for women? This #MeToo? This Time's Up? This is your Pentagon Papers moment."The 'Florence Foster Jenkins' star ended her speech with a message to all the ladies out there and said, "I think
Jennifer Lopez to guest star on 'Will and Grace'
Singer-actor Jennifer Lopez has been roped in to feature as a guest star on the popular sitcom "Will and Grace". The 48-year-old artiste will appear in one episode of the revived comedy show as both herself and her "Shades of Blue" character detective Harlee Santos, Variety reported. The airing date of the episode is yet to be announced. The show, which had its original run from 1998-2006, was rebooted last year. The ABC's revival series has been renewed for a 13- episode second season. Debra Messing, Eric McCormack, Megan Mullally and Sean Hayes will reprise their roles.
Shabana makes Jack Davenport do Bollywood dance
Shabana makes Jack Davenport do Bollywood dance
ACS on Versace not a work of fiction: Ryan Murphy
Creator Ryan Murphy has defended "The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story", saying that the upcoming show is "not a work of fiction". The 52-year-old writer's comments come after the Versace family issued a statement criticising FX's new mini-series, which explores the assassination of the renowned Italian designer. "The Versace family has said it's a work of fiction - it is not a work of fiction. ('The People vs O J Simpson: American Crime Story') was based on a non-fiction book by Jeffrey Toobin. Versace is based on a non-fiction book by Maureen Orth that has been discussed and dissected and vetted for close to 20 years. "She worked for Vanity Fair. Maureen Orth is an impeccable reporter and we stand by her reporting. Our show is based on her reporting so, in that way, it is not a work of fiction, it's a work of non-fiction obviously with docudrama elements. We're not making a documentary," Murphy told Entertainment Weekly. The series stars Edgar ...
Aamir finds Saif 'outstanding' in 'Kaalakaandi'
Superstar Aamir Khan has praised the forthcoming dark-comedy "Kaalakaandi" and said that actor Saif Ali Khan's performance in the film was "outstanding".
Here's why KJo had to re-announce Parineeti's casting in 'Kesari'
The internet can be a dark place sometimes and film-maker Karan Johar should know better.Yesterday, the film-maker finally revealed the lead actress of 'Kesari' and it is none other than Parineeti Chopra. But, instead of Parineeti's picture, Karan shared a picture of Akshay Kumar from the film, which was shared last week, and social media was not forgiving at all.Soon the internet started trolling the 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil' helmer for sharing the update, without Parineeti's picture.These are some of the reactions summing up the Internet's sentiment:A user tweeted, "Then why you have put pic of @akshaykumar."Another user posted a photo of Parineeti from 'Ishaqzaade' and wrote, "Here is @akshaykumar 's stunning action pic from Ishaqzaade!""Pretty darn good make up.. can't recognise her at all," wrote another user.Meanwhile, a user shared a photo of Karisma Kapoor and tweeted, "Even you are looking really good in this pic Karan."By seeing the outrage after his initial post, Karan had to ...
Facebook testing local news section on its platform
Facebook is testing a new feature where it will have city-specific local news, events and announcements available on its platform.
Margot Robbie's friends feel she will 'burn out'
Margot Robbie has been on a roll juggling multiple movies and the actor says her friends are worried about her and feel she will "burn out". The 27-year-old actor, whose performance in the biopic "I, Tonya" is being touted as Oscar-worthy, said she finds it difficult to say no to good opportunities that come her way. "Things are crazy right now. I've done four films this year. More than I've ever done. People are like, 'You should slow down, you're gonna burn out. "But I (feel) so lucky that I get to work all the time. It seems too good to be true to have so many opportunities. I couldn't possible say no to anything so I try to do everything and see where it takes me," Robbie told Grazia UK magazine. The actor, however, admitted to being exhausted after an "insane" film schedules. "It's insane and I'm exhausted but I'm so happy and grateful. I don't need sleep. I want to direct and produce in the future. I want to keep the ball rolling," she said.
'I'm a husband!,' Ricky Martin confirms marriage to Jwan Yosef
Grammy Award winner Ricky Martin and long-term partner Jwan Yosef have tied the knot.The 46-year-old announced the happy news on the red carpet of his new television show 'American Crime Story: The Assassination of Gianni Versace'."I'm a husband, but we're doing a heavy party in a couple of months, I'll let you know. We exchanged vows, and we've swear [sic] everything, and we've signed all the papers that we needed to sign, prenups and everything," he told E! Online.Martin added, "It feels amazing! I can't introduce him as my fiance. I can't. He's my husband. He's my man."The 'Livin' La Vida Loca' singer and Yosef began dating in 2016 and became engaged in November the same year.The singer is also a father to nine-year-old twins Matteo and Valentino.
Skarsgard says Pennywise the Clown would visit him in dreams
After his spine-chilling performance as Pennywise the Clown in the horror-hit "It", actor Bill Skarsgard said he was haunted by the character in his dreams after he was through with the film. Skarsgard, 27, played the dreadful clown in the movie, which was based on Stephen King's 1986 novel of the same name. "I was home, done with the movie, and I started having very strange and vivid Pennywise dreams. Every night, he came and visited," Skarsgard told Entertainment Weekly. "It was in the shape of either me dealing with him, sort of Pennywise as a separate entity of me, and then also me as Pennywise in circumstances that I didn't appreciate. Like, I'm Pennywise and I'm really upset that I'm out in public and people are looking at me," he added. However, Skarsgard does not think that his dreams have a deeper meaning. "This was a process of letting go of the monster. It was amazing. It's a daunting but exciting thing to sort of revisit him again," he added. Directed by Andy .
Eric Clapton reveals he has tinnitus
Eric Clapton has revealed that he is suffering from tinnitus but the legendary singer-songwriter plans to continue working. Tinnitus is a ringing sound coming from inside the ear, often a symptom of a more severe condition, such as hearing loss or an injury. In an interview with BBC Radio 2, the 72-year-old music legend, however, said that it is getting more challenging for him to keep playing. "I am still going to work. I am going to do a show at Hyde Park (British Summer Time Festival) in July. "The only thing I am concerned with now is I am going deaf, I've got tinnitus, my hands just about work. I mean, I am hoping people will come along and see me, me more than I am a curiosity. I know that is part of it, because it's amazing to myself that I am still here," Clapton said. The "Layla" hitmaker, who was speaking at the promotion of his documentary, "Eric Clapton: A Life in 12 Bars, said watching the film is a tough experience for him. "It's difficult to sit through ...
Josh Duhamel wants to be happy in 2018
Actor Josh Duhamel, who parted ways with wife of eight years, singer Fergie, has said he wants "happiness" in the new year. "I'm just always continuing to find - creatively to be free. Maybe freedom is the wrong word considering what happened in 2017. "It's really about me being able to continue growing as an artiste, continuing to be a great dad. I just want happiness," Duhamel told People magazine. The couple announced their separation last year. They share four-year-old son, Axl.
Ryan Murphy defends 'Versace: American Crime Story'
"The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story" creator Ryan Murphy has broken his silence on the official statement from the Versace family which denounced the upcoming new season of the FX anthology series.