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Maha bandh: Film, TV shoots affected, some cancelled
The state-wide bandh called by Dalit groups affected the film and television industry with some shoots being disrupted and others being cancelled as a precautionary measure. Shoots of shows like "Kundali Bhagya", "Aisi Deewangi Dekhi Nahi Kahi", aired on Zee TV channel, were affected in Andheri and Jogeshwari respectively. "There is major disruption near "Kundali Bhagya" sets. Everything is shut and there is stone pelting (happening). None of us are able to shoot and we are locked inside our vanity vans. We just hope the situation gets better soon," Manit Joura, who plays one of the lead roles in "Kundali Bhagya" said. The team of the popular Zee TV show "Piyaa Albela" altered their shoot timings from 9am-9pm shift to 5pm-5am shoot to tide over the disruption. "Shoots of Star Plus shows like "Naamkarann", "Ikyawann", "Rishton Ka Chakravyuh" were cancelled while shooting for the show "Dil Sambhal Jaa Zara" was wrapped early due to the incidents happening in the city," ...
Globes host Seth Meyers will address sexual harassment scandal
Seth Meyers, who will host the 75th annual Golden Globe Awards this Sunday, plans to address the sexual harassment scandals that have rocked Hollywood in recent months. Meyers, 44, told People magazine that his focus would be more on the film industry than Trump, who has been a favourite subject of Hollywood comedians so far. "With the monologue, as far as talking about anything in the news right now, it seems like this year more than ever Hollywood has its own internal politics that obviously deserve to be talked about," he said. "Going into it our focus is far more on the worlds that make these films and less on anything that's happening in Washington." But Trump is also going to get the mention even though Meyers admits "there are times where I wish we were talking about other things". "He holds the keys to us not talking about him, which would to be to just behave differently. But while he continues on this path, we'll continue on ours." The 2018 Golden Globes are ...
Timothee Chalamet wins rising star award, thanks Hammer's wife
Actor Timothee Chalamet, whose role in "Call Me By Your Name" is generating Oscar buzz, won the rising star award alongside "Wonder Woman" star Gal Gadot at the 29th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala. Chalamet thanked Hammer for his "brotherhood" in making the romance drama, reported Entertainment Weekly. "It's truly an awesome feeling to get to be in the Rising Stars category tonight alongside Gal Gadot. Gal, your film has literally made 250 times more money than my movie has. I'm left feeling a little insecure, unqualified to be up here but it's okay," Chalamet, 22, said. The actor thanked Hammer for his "big brotherhood, guidance and friendship". "To have someone in your position, and as talented as you are, be a mentor to me for the last two years is invaluable to me. I really mean it, man." He then turned toward Hammer's wife, Elizabeth Chambers, to thank her. "And special thanks to Armie's wife, Elizabeth Chambers, who is here tonight, as .
Is Nolan coming to India? Here's what Big B has to say
Movie Freaks in India, Rejoice! We have some important and happy news for you.If all works out well, the acclaimed director Christopher Nolan, famous for directing movies like 'Memento', 'Inception', 'The Dark Knight Trilogy', 'Interstellar' and 2017s 'Dunkirk', will be coming to India in a month and this news comes from none other than the Shehenshah of Bollywood - Amitabh Bachchan.Big B, via his blog, revealed that Kodak will open its facility here by March.He wrote, "It is all about to change yet again Kodak, that largest name for film, is coming back. Many in the world of direction and production are finding values in the product done on film to be the more liked subject. So, like 'Dunkirk', the film by that renowned Christopher Nolan (who) uses only film for his picture."Adding, "And in a month or so, the man himself Mr Nolan is coming to India to inaugurate or at least lend support to a few matters."The star is upbeat about the development as just last month, he was ...
Gunn calls Foster 'old-fashioned' for slamming superhero films
Filmmaker James Gunn has called actor-director Jodie Foster "old-fashioned" over her criticism of superhero films, saying her belief system although common, it is not "totally without basis". The director of the Marvel film franshise, "Guardians of the Galaxy", posted a six-tweet response disagreeing with Foster's remark, in which she blamed the big-budget fantasy movies for "ruining" the viewing habits of the audiences worldwide. Gunn said such films can be both larger-than-life and have good content. "I think Foster looks at film(s) in an old-fashioned way where spectacle film can't be thought-provoking. It's often true but not always. Her belief system is pretty common and isn't totally without basis. "I say not without basis because most studio franchise films are somewhat soulless - and that is a real danger to the future of movies. But there are also quite a few exceptions," he wrote. Gunn, 51, said according to him cinema needs "spectacle films" with a "vision ...
Eminem, Beyonce to headline 2018s #Coachella
That time of the year is here when all the music freaks will go out and have a blast because #Coachella is all set to take them on an awesome musical journey and the line-up includes some of the biggest names in the industry.According to E! Online, famous musicians like Eminem, Beyonce and The Weeknd have been confirmed to headline the 2018 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.The 'Hills' hit-maker is set to perform at the annual music extravaganza at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California on April 13 and 20.Eminem, who made a comeback last year at the festival, will perform on April 15 and 22, whilst Beyonce - who had to pull out of the 2017 festival as she was expecting her twins - will perform on April 14 and 21.Other performers, across the weekend, include SZA, Kygo, Haim, Tyler, the Creator, St Vincent and Post Malone.Chic feat, Nile Rodgers, Cardi B and French Montana will also perform.The 2018 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival takes place on April 13 - 15 and ...
Gene Wilder's wife pens essay on his battle with Alzheimer's
Actor Gene Wilder's wife has written an emotional essay where she has opened up about her experience as a caretaker of her husband, who passed away in 2016 following a battle with the disease. Karen penned an exclusive essay for ABC News, in which she paid tribute to the caretakers who have endured the trails and tribulations of the disease. "I never pictured myself marrying a movie star. I also never saw myself spending years of my life taking care of one. But I've done both. Love was the reason for the first. Alzheimer's disease, the second," she wrote. Karen said she realised that something was wrong with the "Willy Wonka" star when he lashed out at their grandson. "His perception of objects and their distance from him became so faulty that on a bike ride together, he thought we were going to crash into some trees many feet away from us." Karen said it took an emotional toll on her as she saw her husband grow distant every day. "I watched his disintegration each moment .
China box-office back to strong growth in 2017
China's box-office revenues surged in 2017 after slowing sharply the preceding year, official media reported, as the world's second-largest movie market edges closer to overtaking the US. Ticket revenue grew 13.45 percent to 55.9 billion yuan ($8.6 billion) in 2017, more than triple 2016's growth rate, state media Xinhua reported late Tuesday, citing data from the State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film and Television (SAPPRFT). China's box-office grew just 3.7 percent in 2016, dramatically slower than 2015's 48 percent growth. Over half of 2017's ticket revenue came from domestic films, with record breaking patriotic action blockbuster "Wolf Warrior 2" collecting 5.7 billion yuan, topping the year's box office list. The American action thriller "The Fate of The Furious" came in second, with box-office revenue of 2.7 billion yuan. International films -- most of which were made in the US -- grossed 25.8 billion yuan and accounted for 46 percent of 2017's ..
Beyonce, Eminem and The Weeknd to headline Coachella 2018
Music icons such as Beyonce, Eminem and The Weeknd are all set headline this year's Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. The two-weekend music gala kicks off on April 13 and ends on April 22. Coachella 2018 marks Beyonce's return after she skipped the event due to her pregnancy last year. Lady Gaga filled in for the "Lemonade" singer in 2017. While this will be Eminem's debut at the Sunday line-up, The Weeknd had first performed at the festival in 2012. The announcement was made on the music gala's official Twitter account. In addition to the three headliners, the line-up also includes French Montana, Alan Walker, Soulwax, Kygo, War on Drugs, Jamiroquai, rappers Cardi B and Post Malone, R&B artistes SZA and Miguel, and newly minted rock hitmakers Portugal. The Man.
John Krasinski is a fan of wife Emily Blunt's acting
John Krasinski, who is directing and acting alongside wife Emily Blunt in "A Quiet Place", says it is a treat to see her perform in front of the camera. Krasinski said he felt lucky to direct the actor in the thriller about a family, who hides from a supernatural evil attracted to sound by avoiding making sound and communicating in sign language. "The air changes in the room when she starts doing what she does. It's so honest and so pure and so powerful. It's like a superpower that she can just unlock and do so specifically with not many attempts. "For me, I love acting, and I'm so lucky to be doing it. But she's on another plane. This weird intersection happened while filming where I totally forgot I was her husband. I was just watching her performance and was lucky enough to be in the front row," he told the Vanity Fair magazine. The movie is set for release later this year.
Priyanka Udhwani quits 'Yeh Rishta...'
Actress Priyanka Udhwani has quit the show "Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai" and is looking forward to do something new.
'All the Money in the World' a feminist piece: Michelle Williams
Actress Michelle Williams says her forthcoming film "All the Money in the World" is a "feminist piece" as it explores what "it is like to be a woman in a mans world".
Kim Kardashian's son 'better' after battling pneumonia
Reality TV star Kim Kardashian says her two-year-old son Saint West, who was hospitalised due to pneumonia last week, is now better.
Bollywood celebs condemn Mumbai shutdown
Film celebrities like Rahul Dholakia, Anubhav Sinha and Vishal Dadlani have condemned the Maharashtra shutdown called by some Dalit parties.
Got tired of sticking to rulebook: Amaal Mallik
Amaal Mallik, who has composed music for films like "Badrinath Ki Dulhania" and "Golmaal Again", says he got tired of following the rulebook.
Beyonce, the Weeknd, Eminem to headline Coachella 2018
Stars Beyonce Knowles, Eminem and The Weeknd will perform at the 2018 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in April.
Paris Hilton engaged to Chris Zylka
Socialite and former reality TV star Paris Hilton has announced her engagement to actor Chris Zylka.
Kamya Punjabi wants to join politics
Actress Kamya Punjabi, a former "Bigg Boss" contestant, says she is interested in becoming a politician and put an end to harassment against women in the country.
Kajal Pisal excited about film debut
Actress Kajal Pisal, known for featuring in shows like "Saath Nibhaana Saathiya" and "Bade Achhe Lagte Hain", is looking forward to the release of her debut film "Mijaaj".
HC sets aside Censor Board order on 'Battle for Banaras' film
The Delhi High Court today set aside the Censor Board's decision refusing to allow public viewing of a documentary chronicling the high-voltage 2014 campaign for the Varanasi Lok Sabha seat involving Narendra Modi, Arvind Kejriwal and Congress candidate Ajay Rai. Modi won the elections comfortably. Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva sent the matter back to the Film Certification Appellate Tribunal (FCAT) to take a fresh decision with reasons within four weeks. The petition had sought quashing of the April 4 order of the FCAT and the October 16, 2015 decision of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) refusing to certify the documentary "Battle for Banaras", saying no reasons were given for rejecting their plea for certification. The petition, by the documentary's producers, alleges that the Censor Board and FCAT orders contained no mention of what parts of the film were objectionable and violated the guidelines of film certification issued under the Cinematograph Act, 1952.