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Kashyap tried to follow Salman's mannerisms

Kashyap Barbhaya, who played the role of Salman Khan's die-hard fan in "Sallu ki Shaadi", said that he tried to follow the superstar's mannerisms and aura as an actor.

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 3:50 PM IST

Jax Taylor's dad Ronald Cauchi dies after cancer battle

Actor Jax Taylor's father has passed away after a battle with cancer. The "Vanderpump Rules" star shared the news of the demise his father, Ronald Cauchi's on Twitter. "My heart is broken, I lost my best friend and the best man I have ever met last night," Taylor tweeted. "I love you so much dad I can't even breathe anymore, only person not letting me fall right now is my amazing girlfriend (Brittany Cartwright). I love you dad," he added. Taylor's "Vanderpump Rules" co-stars also took to Twitter to condole the death of his father. "Jax and his family are going through a really really hard time right now. Please keep them all in your prayers and respect their privacy," wrote Cartwright. Tom Schwartz wrote, "Let's flood Jax Taylor with love and compassion. So sorry for your loss my friend.

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 3:40 PM IST

'Mukkabaaz' actor wants to help struggling boxers

Actor Vineet Kumar Singh, who is playing a struggling boxer in filmmaker Anurag Kashyaps forthcoming movie "Mukkabaaz", says he wants to help real life boxers who are struggling.

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 3:31 PM IST

Rob Dyrdek welcomes baby girl

Reality TV star Rob Dyrdek has welcomed newborn daughter Nala Ryan with wife, model Bryiana Dyrdek.The 43-year-old took to social media to share the exciting news."She is an angel from heaven. She is absolute perfection. She is our princess. She is Nala Ryan Dyrdek," Rob wrote on Instagram. "So thankful for the strength of my amazing wife and grateful for our growing family."The couple are already parents to 15-month-old son Kodah Dash.Back in June, the 'Amazingness' star and his wife revealed on social media that they were expecting a baby girl.

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 3:30 PM IST

Anupam Kher wraps schedule for 511th film

Veteran actor Anupam Kher has wrapped a shoot schedule for his 511th film. He says that it has always been a pleasure shooting at various locations in Jharkhand.

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 3:20 PM IST

CBFC suggests title change: 'Padmavati' to become 'Padmavat'

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has decided to give Sanjay Leela Bhansali's "Padmavati" a UA certificate and has suggested the director to change the film's title to "Padmavat". According to a release issued by the CBFC, the board had a meeting of their examining committee on December 28 and decided to give the film a "UA certification along with some modifications and likely change of the film's title on the basis the attributed material/creative source". Bhansali, who appeared before a parliamentary panel, has said his lavishly mounted 150 crore period drama, featuring Deepika Padukone, Shahid Kapoor and Ranveer Singh, is based on the 16th century epic poem "Padmavat" by Malik Muhammad Jayasi. The board also suggested modifications in disclaimers, pertinently adding one regarding not glorifying the practice of "Sati" and also relevant changes in the song "Ghoomar" to befit the character portrayed, the release further stated. The meeting took place in the

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 3:10 PM IST

Being called 'former child star' is derogatory: Dylan Sprouse

"The Suite Life of Zack & Cody" star Dylan Sprouse recently confessed that being called 'former child star' was insulting.Sprouse told Vulture, "That term is so derogatory"."Isn't it always derogatory? Even 'young actor' sounds better. You're already in a box. But they put you in a smaller box inside that box," said the 'Big Daddy' star."It also implies past tense. It implies you've already failed, right? I was actually naïve enough to think that people wouldn't think of it in that way," he added.The 25-year-old actor, who also has a twin brother, Cole, appeared together in movies like 'Big Daddy'.After leaving the Disney Channel at age 18, Sprouse attended the New York University and worked in a restaurant in New York City.On the work front, Sprouse is shooting for upcoming movie 'Banana Split' and is opening a brewery soon.However, Cole Sprouse is currently a main cast member on the hit CW show 'Riverdale'.

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 3:10 PM IST

Aaron Carter fears dying young like Michael Jackson

Singer Aaron Carter recently revealed that he feared dying young like his close friend and late king of pop Michael Jackson, when his weight dropped to 52 kg.The 30-year-old singer opened up about his friendship with Jackson and how the singer's death affected him mentally and emotionally.Cater, who has publically battled an eating disorder and prescription drug abuse, revealed that he feared dying when his weight dropped to just 115 pounds, the same weight Jackson was when he died in 2009."There were times when I would get scared.I would stress out because of all the stuff going on inside of me, and then I'd lose all this weight, and then I get in a bad relationship," said the 'Sooner Or Later' ht-maker, reported US Weekly."Then that s**t would stress me out, and then I would be emaciated - 115 pounds. I couldn't believe it," he continued. "Michael (Jackson) died at 115 pounds. It was heartbreaking."Emphasising the importance of healthy life, the 'I Want Candy' hit-maker said, ...

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 3:10 PM IST

CBFC proceeds with certification for 'Padmavati'

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has suggested few modifications in the controversial movie 'Padmavati', which include changing of the film's title to 'Padmavat', after which it would be given a UA certificate.The decision came after an examining committee meeting by CBFC was held on December 28. It consisted of the regular committee members, along with CBFC officials and a special advisory panel in presence of Chairman Prasoon Joshi.The other key modifications suggested in the meeting include those of the disclaimers, pertinently adding one regarding not glorifying the practice of Sati and also relevant modifications in the song 'Ghoomar' to befit the character portrayed."Considering the complexities and concerns around the film, the requirement for a special panel was felt by CBFC to add perspective to the final decision of the official committee," a statement by CBFC said.The statement added that the modification details and the corresponding decision was shared with .

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 2:45 PM IST

Naya Rivera, Ryan Dorsey to share joint custody of son

Actor Naya Rivera, who had filed for divorce from Ryan Dorsey for the second time, has reached an agreement to share the joint custody of their son, Josey. According to the documents obtained by The Blast, the "Glee" alum and Dorsey have decided to share joint legal and physical custody of their two-year-old son. Rivera's filing for divorce came barely a week after she was arrested and charged with misdemeanour domestic battery for allegedly hitting Dorsey while taking Josey for a walk towards November end. The 30-year-old actor cited "irreconcilable differences" and listed November 24 as their date of separation. Rivera requested joint legal and physical custody of their son. Earlier last month, the actor had called off the divorce as she wanted to give another try to the relationship for the sake of Josey.

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 2:20 PM IST

Don't want to advocate my political ideas in music: American DJ

"Politically aware" Kayzo, Los Angeles-based DJ and producer, doesnt want to advocate his political ideas through his music. He says he wants his music to be an outlet through which people escape reality.

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 2:06 PM IST

$300,000 stolen from Stan Lee's account

Marvel Comics icon Stan Lee has filed a police complaint claiming that $300,000 has been stolen from his account.

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 2:06 PM IST

Jacqueline working on 'The Girl...' adaptation

Actress Jacqueline Fernandez says she is working on the Bollywood remake of the Hollywood film "The Girl On The Train".

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 2:06 PM IST

I've not struggled in showbiz: Ayesha Jhulka

Actress Ayesha Jhulka, who is making her Bollywood comeback after seven years with Anil Sharmas "Genius", says she has survived in the entertainment industry on her own terms and conditions, and never struggled because of work.

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 1:45 PM IST

Bruno Mars, Mark Ronson sued

Singer Bruno Mars and musician Mark Ronson have been sued for their hit single "Uptown funk".

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 1:25 PM IST

Has Neeraj Pandey fallen out with Akshay Kumar?

While December 2017 was dominated by "Tiger Zinda Hai" and to a lesser extent by "Fukrey Returns", there are no other major Hindi releases until the middle of January 2018.

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 1:11 PM IST

'The Greatest Showman' better than 'La La Land' (Review)

Film: "The Greatest Showman"; Director: Michael Gracey; Cast: Hugh Jackmam, Zac Efron, Michelle Williams and Rebecca Ferguson; Rating: *** ½

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 1:10 PM IST

Vidya's birthday to be a personal affair

Vidya Balan will be turning a year older on January 1 and the actor like always plans to ring in her birthday with her family. The actor, who is fresh out of the success of her film "Tumhari Sulu", however, plans to do something different this time. "My birthday has always been very simple. It has always been a family affair. When I was single, I used to wake up my parents at 12 am and ask them to wish me. All my birthdays have been with them. "Now that I am married, I celebrate it with Siddharth (Roy Kapur) and meet my parents over lunch. This year I am thinking I should do something," Vidya told PTI. The actor is currently enjoying her time off with her dear ones and plans to sign a new project next year. "I am celebrating the success of 'Tumhari Sulu' and will sign something only next year. I don't like switching from one project to another. I prefer to pick stories which interest me and characters which offer me a great scope as a performer," she said.

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 1:05 PM IST

Twinkle Khanna celebrates 'perfect birthday'

'Mrs Funnybones' Twinkle Khanna, who shares her birthday with her father and late legendary actor Rajesh Khanna, celebrated her 43rd birthday with people, she loves 'the most' in South Africa's Cape Town.Twinkle took to her Instagram account and shared a picture of her husband and actor Akshay Kumar, sister Rinke and friends, having a lunch together.She captioned it as, "A perfect birthday with all the people I love the most in the world and food with layered flavour that explodes on the tongue like a Diwali firework display inside your mouth #chefswarehouse #birthdaygirl".Akshay and Twinkle are currently vacationing in South Africa.The family will return to India after ringing in the New Year.On the work front, Twinkle is all set to be a producer as her maiden production venture 'PadMan' is all set to release on January 26, 2018.

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 12:20 PM IST

Ringo Starr, Barry Gibb to be knighted

Beatles drummer Ringo Starr and the Bee Gees' Barry Gibb are among the British luminaries who will receive knighthoods as part of Queen Elizabeth's annual New Year's Honours list.

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Updated On : 30 Dec 2017 | 12:15 PM IST