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Playing positive character a new experience: Kuldeep Singh
Television actor Kuldeep Singh, who has mostly essayed negative roles on the small screen, says playing a positive character in "Vighnaharta Ganesha" is a new experience for him.
B-Town celebrities wish 'rockstar' Farhan on birthday
Bollywood's multi-faceted talent Farhan Akhtar, who turned 44 on Tuesday, was wished a rocking year by his friends and colleagues from the film industry.
Karni Sena again warns against release of 'Padmavat'
The Karni Sena, a Rajput outfit, on Tuesday once again threatened the makers of the controversial film 'Padmavat' of dire consequences if it was released on January 25.
Everything traditional is the new contemporary
Most modern brides these days are opting for a traditional look for their wedding day rather than a contemporary one but if you want to give a modern makeover to your traditional designs, try out some evergreen pieces.
Glad to reunite with Alankrita after 'Lipstick...':Ekta Kapoor
Ekta Kapoor has signed on Alankrita Shrivastava for another women-centric project after the producer-director duo tasted success with "Lipstick Under My Burkha". The movie, which will delve into the lives of two women, is currently in the scripting stage with casting underway. "Alankrita's style of filmmaking is bold, entertaining and asks all the right questions to our society. I'm only too glad we're reuniting to tell some more path-breaking and hugely entertaining stories together. The Lipstick rebellion thus continues!" Ekta said in a statement. Alankrita also confirmed the news and said she is happy to have found a brave presenter in the producer. "I'm really excited about collaborating with Ekta Kapoor and Balaji for my next film. I think it needs courage and a certain risk-taking ability to back films like the ones I want to make. The future is female, and I think more women collaborating is the change that we need to see. Not just in India, but the world over," ..
Milo Ventimiglia fell into the pool at Golden Globes
Actor Milo Ventimiglia fell into the swimming pool at the HBO's Golden Globes afterparty. The actor attended the glittering Hollywood awards gala with his "This Is Us" co-stars and they celebrated Sterling K Brown's win in the Best Actor in a TV Series, Drama category. Sterling became the first African-American to win Golden Globe trophy for his role of Randall Pearson on the show. Ventimiglia later confirmed that he took a plunge while attending the afterparty at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California. "Congratulations Sterling. Excited. And everyone else, great night. Good time at the Globes tonight," Ventimiglia, 40, said in the video after he returned home. "I'm back home, I'm studying for tomorrow. And yes, I fell in the pool," he said in the video. NPR's Eric Deggans tweeted that he saw the actor slip and fall into the uncovered portion of the pool. "At HBO's Golden Globes party. Believe I just saw Milo Ventimiglia from This Is Us slip and fall into the pool,
'The Shape Of Water' leads BAFTA nominations
"The Shape Of Water", an American dark fantasy drama film directed by Guillermo del Toro, leads the nominations for the British Academy Film Awards 2018, to be hosted by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) with 12 nods.
Priyanka Chopra's new Marathi production begins
Work has begun on actress-producer Priyanka Chopra's new Marathi production titled "Firebrand".
White House: Trump would welcome Oprah's 2020 bid
US President Donald Trump would welcome the chance to run against Oprah Winfrey in 2020 if she chooses to become a presidential candidate, the White House has said.
Lena Dunham and Jack Antonoff split
Actor Lena Dunham and Jack Antonoff have reportedly ended their relationship after five years together. "The Girls" creator and Antonoff, who met on a blind date in 2012, broke up in December, reported E! News. "It was mutual. Jack and Lena were growing apart and it just made sense for them to end their relationship where it was," the website said quoting a source. The couple's split is said to be amicable. "They want the best for each other no matter what. They are both moving on," the source added. A representative for both stars confirmed the split to E! News.
Son pens emotional tribute on David Bowie's 71st birth anniversary
David Bowie's son Duncan Jones has paid an emotional tribute to his father on what would have been the late star's 71st birthday.The legendary singer known as Ziggy Stardust died from cancer just days after he turned 69 in 2016.Jones, 46, commemorated the birthy anniversary by resharing an old sketch he posted to mark the birth of his son, Stenton David Jones.He wrote on Twitter, "8th of Jan again. A strange feeling for me. I know how excited dad was to have a grandson on the way, & I made this card for his birthday having told him a month earlier he was going to be a grandad. Makes me smile at our shared goofy sense of humour. Happy birthday dad."8th of Jan again. A strange feeling for me. I know how excited dad was to have a grandson on the way, & I made this card for his birthday having told him a month earlier he was going to be a grandad. Makes me smile at our shared goofy sense of humour. ??Happy birthday dad! pic.twitter.com/T46ImqDNGg— Duncan Jones (@ManMadeMoon) ...
Joanna Lumley to host BAFTA Film Awards
Actress-model Joanna Lumley is on board to host the 71st British Academy Film Awards. The ceremony will be hosted by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA).
Playing of national anthem in cinemas optional: SC
The Supreme Court today made the playing of national anthem in cinema halls before screening of movies optional, modifying its earlier order. The apex court modified its November 30, 2016, order by which it had made the playing of the anthem mandatory in cinema halls before the screening of a film. A bench headed by Chief Justice Dipak Misra said a 12-member inter-ministerial committee, set up by the Centre, would take a final call on the playing of national anthem in the cinemas. The Centre's decision had come after the top court had in October last year observed that the people "cannot be forced to carry patriotism on their sleeves" and it cannot be assumed that if a person does not stand up for the national anthem, he or she is "less patriotic". Observing that the society did not need "moral policing", the court had then said that next time, "the government will want people to stop wearing T-shirts and shorts to cinemas saying this would disrespect the national ...
'The Shape of Water', 'Three Billboards...' get India release date
Fantasy drama "The Shape of Water" and "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" will be releasing in India in February.
Shahid-Shraddha to reunite for 'Batti Gul Meter Chalu'
Rumours were rife that Shradha Kapoor would be paired again with her 'Haider' co-star Shahid Kapoor in the upcoming movie 'Batti Gul Meter Chalu', and this has now been confirmed.Trade analyst Taran Adarsh confirmed that Shraddha will be seen opposite the 'Padmavat' star in Shree Narayan Singh's 'Batti Gul Meter Chalu'.While the male lead was confirmed at the time of title announcement, the female lead of the film was kept under wraps. The actress will play a North Indian character whose life serves as the catalyst for the story.Shahid and Shraddha were first seen together in Vishal Bhardwaj's 'Haider', a desi adaptation of Shakespeare's play 'Hamlet'.The flick addresses the issue of electricity bills. The makers chose to launch the title and poster of the film on Diwali 2017.The film's story, screenplay and dialogues are being written by Garima and Siddharth and the concept is by Vipul Rawal.The film will release on August 31, 2018.
SC overturns order, national anthem not must in cinema halls
Overturning its earlier order, the Supreme Court on Tuesday said that playing the national anthem before screening movies in cinema halls was no longer mandatory.
Priyanka Chopra's second Marathi production begins
Work has begun on actress-producer Priyanka Chopra's second Marathi production titled "Firebrand".
Badshah hopes fans like 'Kareja'
Singer-rapper Badshah resleased his new single "Kareja" on Tuesday and hopes his fans enjoy the dance number.
Ekta Kapoor, Alankrita Shrivastava reunite for woman-centric film
After creating quite an impact with "Lipstick Under My Burkha", producer Ekta Kapoor and director Alankrita Shrivastava have joined hands for another project that will centered around women.
Jimmy Kimmel in no hurry to write Oscar jokes
TV show host Jimmy Kimmel says he is in no hurry to start writing his material for his hosting gig at the Academy Awards 2018.