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A film must entertain everyone to be a blockbuster, says Salman
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, elated over the success of his latest release "Tiger Zinda Hai", says for a film to become a blockbuster, it needs to entertain across the spectrum.
'Deadpool' director developing 'X-Men' spin-off
"Deadpool" director Tim Miller is reportedly developing an "X-Men" spin-off film, focusing on actress Kitty Pryde who plays Shadowcat.
No jerks involved in 'The Big Bang Theory': Actor Kevin Sussman (IANS Interview)
"The Big Bang Theory" is making headlines with stories around the brewing ego hassles and jealousy between the cast. But American actor Kevin Sussman, who essays Stuart Bloom in the hit sitcom, says the show "lucked out by having a group of people that work well together" with no ego clashes between the team.
Sexual misconduct allegations 'not accurate', says Franco
Actor James Franco, who has been accused of sexual misconduct by multiple women on Twitter, has denied the allegations. Popular host Stephen Colbert grilled the actor over the allegations that emerged after Franco's win at the Golden Globes. Franco said allegations against him are untrue but he supports women for speaking out, reported Variety. "There were some things on Twitter, I haven't read them. I've heard about them," Franco said when asked about his response to the claims on Colbert's chat show. "The things that I heard were on Twitter are not accurate, but I completely support people coming out and being able to have a voice because they didn't have a voice for so long. So I don't want to shut them down in any way, and I think it's a good thing and I support it," he told the 'Late Night' show host. Actress Violet Paley accused Franco of attempting to force her to perform oral sex on him and telling a friend of hers to "come to (his) hotel when she was ...
McGowan has to sell her house to pay legal bills
Actor Rose McGowan, one of the first women to accuse disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein of rape, said she is selling her house to pay for the legal fees to continue her fight against her "monsters". The actor-turned-activist, who will next be seen in a five-part documentary series "Citizen Rose", opened up about the massive financial toll she has taken while fighting her legal battles. "It's really scary, I'm having to sell my house right now to pay legal bills fighting off the monsters," McGowan said at the Television Critics Association press appearance, according to Entertainment Weekly. The actor denied the reports that she signed a non- disclosure agreement with Weinstein as part of a settlement. "I never signed an NDA, actually. That was a mistake the press made, and actually a mistake that I made for a long time," she said. "(I was misinformed) by a lawyer that I had signed one, when in fact it turned out I hadn't. I thought I remember refusing that. I .
Printed book won't lose its relevance: Ruskin Bond
Eminent children's author Ruskin Bond has said printed books would continue to be in demand despite the advent of digital literature. Quoting the findings of a recent survey, the Sahitya Akademi Award winning writer said paperbacks are way ahead of e-books in terms of popularity. "People are reading printed books in lakhs. The paperbacks have not been replaced as yet," Bond, who is here to attend a literary meet, said during an interaction with the faculty members and officers of a private university here. Asked about the inspiration for his works, the octogenarian author said some of his books were based on real people, some on fictional ones and others contain a mixture of the two. "When I run out of people, I go to ghosts, most of it is invented," he said. Bond said he had started writing when he was barely 17. His first book 'The Room on the Roof' was published in 1956. "I still cherish the memories of my childhood, boyhood and school days in Shimla," he ...
Judd Apatow to host DGA Awards
Director-writer Judd Apatow is all set to host this year's Directors Guild of America Awards. The 50-year-old producer will present the 70th edition of the event on February 3 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, reported Variety. Thomas Schlamme, DGA president, said they are thrilled to have Apatow as the host. "Beyond his impact as a multi-hyphenate force in our industry, Judd's comedic chops, social consciousness, and lifelong love of film and television underlie his unique ability to entertain with heart - whether behind the scenes or in front of a live audience," he said in a statement. Also a two decade-long DGA member, Apatow's directing and writing credits include "The 40-Year-Old Virgin", "Knocked Up" and "Trainwreck". He has produced films such as "Bridesmaids", "Superbad", "Pineapple Express", among others. The DGA also appointed producer-director Don Mischer as the awards chair for the ceremony. "And when it comes to expertise in live events, specials, and awards, ...
This is how stars reacted to their BAFTA nods
The British Academy of Film & Television Arts unveiled the nominees for the 2018 annual BAFTAs with Guillermo Del Toro's 'The Shape of Water' leading the race with 12 nominations.Meanwhile, 'Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri' and 'Darkest Hour' received nine nominations each.Below, check out reactions from nominees like Gary Oldman, Sally Hawkins and Guillermo Del Toro.Gary Oldman, who recently won a Golden Globe for his acting in 'Darkest Hour', reacted to his nomination by saying that this recognition means so much to him.He said, "The recognition means so much, and especially more so not merely for the distinguished company I now find myself in with my fellow nominees, but most especially for the privilege of playing Winston Churchill, which it truly was."Oldman has been nominated in 'Best Actor (Male)' category in this year's event.Oldman's best supporting actress-nominated co-star Kristen Scott Thomas said she was thrilled to recognised by BAFTA for her role as ...
Michael Douglas preemptively denies harassment allegations
Oscar-winning actor and a Hollywood veteran Michael Douglas has preemptively denied allegations of sexual misconduct in front of a female employee and blackballed her from Hollywood.According to the Deadline, the 73-year-old star is reportedly responding preemptively to a piece by The Hollywood Reporter that hasn't yet been published. He said that the publication was all set to do a story on him, chronicling alleged misdeeds 32 years ago.The accuser worked for Douglas' production company in New York, the 'Wall Street' star said.When asked why he's coming forward to defend himself against a story that has not yet come to light, he said, "I felt the need to get ahead of this. It pertains to me but I'm also getting a sense of how it reflects in our culture, and what is going on today."While talking about the allegations, he went on to say, "She claims that, One, I used colourful language in front of her, not at her, but that I used colourful language. Two, she claims that in ...
Greta Gerwig won't work with Woody Allen again
"Lady Bird" director Greta Gerwig says she will not be working with veteran filmmaker Woody Allen again.
Priyanka Chopra to return with 'Quantico' on April 26
The third season of actor Priyanka Chopra's TV show "Quantico" is all set to air on April 26. The 35-year-old actor will reprise her role as FBI agent Alex Parrish in the new installment of the ABC series. Priyanka took to Twitter to announce the news. "And she's back... Can't wait to share this with you! #April26 #QuanticoSeason3 #TheReturnOfAlexParrish," the actor wrote. She also shared her first look from the action-drama in monochrome, sporting a beachy hairdo and shades. Besides "Quantico", Priyanka has Hollywood projects such as "A Kid Like Jake" and "Isn't It Romantic" in her kitty.
Classical concerts still a huge crowd-puller: Sarod maestro
Sarod maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan has said music shows on TV can never take away the charm of live concerts. People should listen to all kinds of music be it rock, pop or ghazals, the legendary musician asserted. "Despite multiple music shows on TV, one still comes across a packed auditorium at a classical concert. This is a healthy sign People should make it a point to listen to different genres," the legendary musician told PTI yesterday on the sidelines of 'Behala Classical Festival' here. For any kind of music, the base remains the seven notes (saat sur). These notes can connect people across the world, he said. Asked if he has witnessed any change in the audience profile at his concerts over the past few decades, he said, "Yes, there has been (a change in profile) and it is a very natural phenomenon." Recalling his first performance in the city in 1959 at the prestigious Dover Lane Music Conference, the eminent sarod artiste said, "Those who love classical music ..
Mamata Banerjee wishes Hrithik Roshan on birthday
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee wished actor Hrithik Roshan on his 44th birthday on Wednesday.
Priyanka returns as Alex Parrish in 'Quantico'
Actress Priyanka Chopra is returning as Alex Parrish in the third season of American drama series "Quantico".
Sexual misconduct allegations not accurate: James Franco
Actor James Franco says the allegations of sexual misconduct against him are inaccurate.
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FOLLOWING ARE THE PROGRAMMES TO BE TELECAST BY DOORDARSHAN KENDRA HERE ON THURSDAY, 11TH JAN, 2017. DD MALAYALAM (TERRESTRIAL) 06.00 SANKAT MOCHAN HANUMAN 06.30 HARITHAVIDYALAYAM 07.15 SABARIMALA VISESHANGAL 07.25 MORNING SHOW - SUDINAM (LIVE) 07.30 VARTHAKAL 08.00 MORNING SHOW CONTINUES (LIVE) 08.30 FILM BASED PROGRAMME 08.58 NEWS HEADLINES CAPTIONS DD MALAYALAM 09.00 CLASSICAL MUSIC 09.30 CAMPUS FESTIVAL 10.00 VARTHAKAL 10.05 BEAT THE FLOOR 10.30 GRAMAM VIKASATHILEKKU 11.00 VARTHAKAL 11.05 BOLD & BEAUTIFUL 11.30 KRISHIDARSHAN 12.00 NEWS HEADLINES 12.02 VARTHAMANAKALAM 13.00 VARTHAKAL 13.30 SABARIMALA VISESHANGAL 13.35 KILIVATHIL 14.00 NEWS HEADLINES 14.05 FILM BASED PROGRAMME 14.30 CUISINE SHOW 14.55 DAYS HIGHLIGHTS /TOMORROWS HIGHLIGHTS.
The world needs to be told about Sikkim: A.R. Rahman (IANS Interview)
Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman, who has been named as the first brand ambassador of Sikkim, hopes India becomes more inclusive towards the "fascinating" Northeast, which he feels is a treasure waiting to be explored.
Looking forward to work with Deepika: Vishal Bhardwaj
Filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj, who will direct Irrfan Khan and Deepika Padukone in a yet untitled film, says he is looking forward to work with the actress as he likes her body of work.
'Quantico' season 3 to arrive on April 26, confirms PeeCee
The date has been set for Priyanka Chopra's return on the small screen as the actress finally confirmed when the third season of her hit American TV series 'Quantico' will get aired.The 35-year-old-actress took to her official Twitter page to share the news.She wrote, "And She's back...Can't wait to share this with you! #April26 #QuanticoSeason3 #TheReturnOfAlexParrish."And She's back...Can't wait to share this with you! #April26#QuanticoSeason3#TheReturnOfAlexParrishpic.twitter.com/lAxWCUVN36— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) January 10, 2018The 'Bajirao Mastani' star also shared a picture on Instagram with her 'Quantico' co-stars Alan Powell (Mike McQuigg), Jake McLaughlin (Ryan Booth) and Russell Tovey (Harry Doyle).Three dudes and a chick walk into a bar ... we lunched... we laughed ... we went back to work. @alanpowell10 @jakeamclaughlin @russelltovey @abcquanticoA post shared by Priyanka Chopra (@priyankachopra) on Jan 9, 2018 at 4:21pm PSTMeanwhile, in November last year, PeeCee ...
Anushka's 'Pari' to release on Holi
Anushka Sharma's first film, post her marriage to Indian cricketer Virat Kohli, "Pari" will release on Holi, March 2. The film, which is Anushka's third production under her banner Clean Slate Films, is directed by debutante Prosit Roy. It also features Parambrata Chatterjee, Rajat Kapoor and Ritabhari Chakraborty. The makers also released a motion poster of the film while not revealing much about the plot. Anushka has previously produced "NH 10" and "Phillauri". Both the films featured her in the lead role. "Pari" also has KriArj Entertainment as one of the producers. In the first look released on June 13 last year, the actor, who played a friendly ghost in "Phillauri", gave some serious haunting vibes.