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Kiernan Shipka to play the lead in Netflix's 'Sabrina'
"Mad Men" actor Kiernan Shipka has been roped in to play the lead in Netflix's untitled adaptation of "The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina" comic. The project imagines the origin and adventures of "Sabrina the Teenage Witch" as a dark coming-of-age story that traffics in horror, the occult, and, of course, witchcraft, reported Entertainment Weekly. Described as an empowered young woman, Sabrina Spellman is just beginning her dark education as a sorceress, even as she tries to maintain a normal life as a sophomore at Baxter High. Intelligent, compassionate, and brave to the point of recklessness, Sabrina is all that stands between "us and the forces of darkness that threaten our world". "We're all such huge fans of Kiernan's work that when we started talking about who this new incarnation of Sabrina could be, her name was on everyone's wish list. "This is a darker, more macabre version of Sabrina, and we're incredibly excited for people to see Kiernan make this iconic ...
'Crash' director Paul Haggis accused of sexual misconduct
Oscar winning filmmaker Paul Haggis has been accused of sexual misconduct by four women, including two allegations of rape.
Donald Glover and girlfriend Michelle welcome second son
"Atlanta" creator Donald Glover and his girlfriend Michelle have welcomed their second child, a baby boy. Glover confirmed the news to the People magazine. No other details, including the baby's name and birth date, have been released. The Emmy award-winning star said he is excited about the addition to his family. "I think my partner, she does all the hard stuff, to be honest. She's just very supportive. I haven't really had to change anything. But it's given me definitely another perception on what life is. It gives me a lot of context," he said. Glover, 34, told Entertainment Tonight that both the mother and the baby are doing fine. "She's great. She's good. Baby's born, so she's happier now," he said. The newest member joins big brother Legend, whom the couple welcomed in 2016.
Am in film industry for marathon, not rat race: Rajkummar Rao
He debuted in the Hindi film industry with "Love Sex Aur Dhokha" and went on to grab the limelight by delivering powerful performances. Geared up to enthrall cinema lovers with more thought-provoking projects, actor Rajkummar Rao says he is here for a marathon and not a rat race.
Accentuate the positive: Betty White's secret to long life
Veteran actor Betty White said her secret to a long-lasting life is that she only focuses on enjoying every moment. The six-time Emmy winner, who turns 96 on January 17, said she believes in ignoring negativity, reported Parade magazine. "Accentuate the positive, not the negative. It sounds so trite, but a lot of people will pick out something to complain about, rather than say, 'Hey, that was great!' It's not hard to find great stuff if you look," she said. White's career has spanned over 70 years, starring in shows such as "The Golden Girls" and "Hot in Cleveland", as well as movies like "The Proposal" with Sandra Bullock. The actor still takes her craft seriously and advises anyone with Hollywood dreams to "do your work." "Learn your lines and come in prepared. Don't think you can wing it, because you can't. We're in show business, which is fun, but take your business seriously, because it is a serious business," she said.
Letterman's Netflix talk show gets Obama as first guest
The stage is set and David Letterman is all set to make a comeback to the small screen with a star-studded line-up.According to the Hollywood Reporter, veteran former U.S. talk show host David Letterman will return on January 12 in a new Netflix show, where his first guest will be former U.S. President Barack Obama.This will be Obama's first interview since leaving the White House.Other guests set for Letterman's series are George Clooney, Malala Yousafzai, Jay-Z, Tina Fey and Howard Stern.Titled 'My guest needs no Introduction' , the show will stream monthly with the first episode launching on January 12 and the additional five episodes streaming, one a month, after that.According to Netflix, the "interviews will take place both inside and outside a studio setting."Letterman, 70, left his job as host of 'The Late Show' in May 2015, saying he wanted to spend more time with his family after more than 30 years on late night television.His return to television for the streaming service .
'American Horror Story' season 8 is set in future
"American Horror Story" creator Ryan Murphy has revealed the FX horror anthology's next edition will be set in the future. The announcement was made during the Television Critics Association's semi-annual press tour in Pasadena, reported Entertainment Weekly. "All I'll say about it is I want to go to the future still topical, but the future, which I've never done," Murphy said. No casting announcements have been made yet.
Helena Bonham Carter joins 'The Crown'
Actor Helena Bonham Carter has joined the third season of "The Crown" as Princess Margaret. Actor Vanessa Kirby played Margaret, who is considered one of the more controversial Royals, during the past two seasons of the drama, reported Variety. Netflix recently announced that Olivia Colman would be replacing Claire Foy as Queen Elizabeth II in seasons three and four of the show, a role that Bonham Carter had herself been linked to. The third and the fourth season have not been officially ordered, but early production is said to be underway.
At 75, Big B just keeps on going (Column: Bollywood Spotlight)
In case people haven't noticed, Amitabh Bachchan has stopped giving interviews since the second half of 2017. Even when his 75th birthday arrived, he was steadfast in his resolve to stay mum.
Foal bassist Walter Gervers quits
British indie rock group Foals have confirmed the departure of their bass player Walter Gervers, who is leaving the group after 12 years to "pursue a new life". The band, which also features Yannis Philippakis, Jack Bevan, Jimmy Smith and Edwin Congreav, made the announcement of the departure of the 34-year-old musician on their official social media account. "Sadly we have to announce that our mate Water has decided to leave the band to pursue a new life. The parting has been sad but we remain firm friends. He'll always be our brother, we love him and wish him well in his future endeavours. "We had 12 amazing years touring together from a small postal van to the Pyramid Stage and beyond. It's the end of a chapter, but not the end of the book. We want to thank him for all his time and energy and passion and we want to thank you for all your support from the early days and into the future," the post read. The group also revealed they are making new music and working on .
Jenkins honoured to be changing the conversation in Hollywood
"Wonder Woman" helmer Patty Jenkins said she feels "honoured" to be "changing that conversation" in Hollywood and is pleased to be paving the way for women directors in the film industry. The filmmaker said she is excited about the future of women directors in Hollywood, reported Entertainment Tonight. "It's any filmmaker's dream to have an impact on the art form that they work in - and I hope that I do with everything that I do - and I so appreciate being honoured in any way for that... "It's definitely a huge deal to realise that people haven't been honouring other kinds of directors. I think I wasn't even thinking about it much coming up in my career, but now that I see it I'm hugely honoured to be a part of changing that conversation," Jenkins said.
Miley Cyrus helps 'The Voice' contestant find a home
Singer Miley Cyrus has helped "The Voice" contestant Janice Freeman and her family find a new home. The 25-year-old singer also gave Janice some money to start to live comfortably. Janice, who competed on Cyrus' team during season 13 of the singing competition, wrote on Twitter, "She found us placement until we found permanent housing, gave me the deposit, covered me for 6 months so I can get on my feet! "Miley Cyrus you are one of my closest friends and what you did for me and my family I'm praying GOD gives you the desire of your heart!" She also posted an emotional Instagram live video expressing her appreciation for Cyrus. "Miley, you are my dawg, like my best friend, and I will defend you to the bitter end. You got somebody that got your back..." she said in the clip.
Shooting for 'Manmarziyan' to start in Feb: Anurag Kashyap
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, who is gearing up for the release of "Mukkabaaz" says the filming of his most awaited project "Manmarziyan" will start in February.
Fashion can make you feel invincible: Dua Lipa
Singer-songwriter Dua Lipa says fashion makes her feel confident and powerful. The 22-year-old singer said fashion gives her a freedom to express herself, reported Femalefirst. "Occasionally, fashion can make you feel invincible. I don't know if it's ever saved me, but it's felt like a shield I think it's been a tool to finding myself, and expressing myself, in a way that I could never do in words," Lipa told Refinery 29. The singer said her style is an "extension" of her personality, and believes it is important that young people feel free to wear whatever they wish. "It's an extension of who I am, it's how I express myself. You're allowed to be whatever you choose to be and whatever you want to put out into the world. And I don't think anybody's really allowed to tell you can and can't wear," she said.
I was a dork growing up: Robert Pattinson
Actor Robert Pattinson says he was a "dork" when he was growing up and would often play alone. The 31-year-old actor, who is best known for starring as Edward Cullen in the "Twilight Saga", said he was a loner. "Growing up, I was pretty much a dork. I really liked playing warhammer, but I never actually figured out the rules. I just made up my own. "So I never played with anybody else, because I was playing by my own rules. I was alone a lot," Pattinson told the W magazine.
Jennifer Lopez inspires Khloe Kardashian
Reality TV star Khloe Kardashian says pop diva Jennifer Lopez inspires her beauty regime. The "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" star says she makes sure she reads every interview of the 48-year-old singer and pick up on her secrets to looking youthful. "If J-Lo can do something, I can do it too. That's good enough for me... I read about her when she gives an interview. "I'm like, I gotta read it - what are her beauty tips? 'Cause look at that woman," Khloe told Entertainment Tonight. She also revealed the best tip she picked up from Lopez, was to sleep surrounded by pillows as a way of avoiding neck lines.
'The Crown' may have found new Princess Maragret
Netflix is just a step away from signing the new Princess Maragret for their hit series 'The Crown'.According to the Independent, Helena Bonham Carter is reportedly all but confirmed to play Princess Margaret in the next two seasons of Netflix drama 'The Crown'.Series creator Peter Morgan reportedly has a six-season plan in place that involves new actors joining the cast every two seasons to play older versions of the characters.As per reports, the two-time Oscar nominee was in contention to play the role of Queen Elizabeth II before it was announced that Olivia Colman would replace Claire Foy in the role.The third season will reportedly pick up with a time jump to the 1970s meanwhile season 2 ended in 1964.The streaming giant has not revealed any release date for seasons 3 and 4, but early production is said to be underway.Meanwhile, there is no official word on who will replace former 'Doctor Who' star Matt Smith as Prince Phillip.
Margot Robbie's family wanted her to 'get a real job'
"I, Tonya" star Margot Robbie has revealed her family wanted her to quit acting and "get a real job". The 27-year-old actor said initially her family could not quite get behind her artistic aspirations as a serious career because none of them had been exposed to the entertainment industry before. "My family has no connection to the entertainment industry whatsoever, so when I started acting, everyone was like, 'That's fun, but when are you going to actually get a real job?' And that went on for years," Robbie said in an interview to Vogue magazine. The actor first appeared in Australian soap "Neighbours" before becoming a breakthrough star outside her home country when she starred with Leonardo DiCaprio in "Wolf of Wall Street". Robbie said the fact that her family has no connection to the entertainment industry keeps her grounded. "They're impressed for five seconds, and then they're (like) 'So anyway, the dog threw up today.
Meghan Trainor not in a rush to get married
Singer Meghan Trainor is in no hurry to tie the knot with fiance Daryl Sabara. The "Lips Are Movin" hitmaker got engaged to the former "Spy Kids" star last month, reported E! online. "I'm engaged! This is my guy, he's right there! He's so cute and he made all my dreams come true. I felt like a true princess... I'm so happy... I'm like, were just going to enjoy this (the engagement) for a long time and work and just plan it out so it's perfect," Trainor said. The couple started dating in July last year and made their relationship public in October. They met through their mutual friend Chloe Grace Moretz.
Cardi B is a true star: Bruno Mars
Singer Bruno Mars has praised rapper Cardi B calling her a "true star". The "24K Magic" hitmaker, who worked with the rapper on their track "Finesse", has also advised her to never let the "crazy music business" change who she is. "I met cardi B at 3 am after my show in LA backstage where we recorded her verse for Finesse. She walked in the room and she was everything I'd hope she'd be. Never change Cardi! Don't let this crazy music business change who you are... "You posses something that can't be taught. You're a true star. Thank you for putting your energy and love all over this record and video. I hope you feel better soon because we got some celebrating to do. Everyone show ya love for the one and only CARDI B (sic)" Mars wrote on Instagram.