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Jacob Tremblay voicing lead in 'The Kid'
Child actor Jacob Tremblay is voicing the lead role in the animation sci-fi re-imagining of Charlie Chaplin's 1921 classic "The Kid". The 12-year-old actor is best known for his roles in the award-winning 2015 thriller "Room" and 2017's comedy "Wonder". "The Kid: An Animated Adventure" is directed by Christian Volckman who will co-write the script with Rupert Wyatt and Boris Starling, reported Empire magazine. The new film will revolve around Tremblay's character in a futuristic New York City which has been flooded and split vertically into two distinct regions. The young boy lives with his mother in safe and boring Uptown, however, runs away seeking adventure and winds up in the mysterious and dangerous Downtown where he encounters Chaplin, a robot with a human soul. Release date of the film has not been announced yet, but the rights will be on sale at the Cannes Film Market.
India could soon have more writers than readers: Ruskin Bond
India could soon be facing a predicament of having more writers than readers, feels iconic author Ruskin Bond. Bond also said the publishing industry in the country has developed and matured over the years, benefitting young writers. The 85-year-old author was in the city recently to launch 'myELSA', an English learning app for school students. "Publishing has come of age and more and more writers are making a good living out of it... But, I think with so many people writing now, there is a danger of having more writers than readers," he said in reply to a question on the present Indian literary scenario. "After all, we want people also to buy them (books)," the celebrated author told PTI. In a word of advice for budding writers, the 'Padma Bhushan' awardee said they must be sure to be able to write first. "Confidence in the language is a must. You should have something to say and be able to research on it well. Clarity is key." On the increasing trend of people turning .
Joe Jonas, Sophie Turner will get married again
Hollywood couple Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner will have a second wedding in France.
Guneet Monga to produce film starring Sanya Malhotra
A coming-of-age film with actress Sanya Malhotra is on the cards for producer Guneet Monga of Oscar-winning short documentary "Period. End of Sentence." fame.
French actor Vincent Cassel joins cast of HBO's 'Westworld'
French actor Vincent Cassel is joining the cast of HBO's "Westworld" for the mind-bending science-fiction drama's third season, set to air next year, his team has told AFP -- his first recurring television role. The Tinseltown press first reported the casting news this week, with The Hollywood Reporter saying the 52-year-old Frenchman would be playing a villain. "Westworld" unfolds in a near-future amusement park of sorts, where guests interact with androids in various settings and anything goes. But gradually, some of the androids start fighting back. The series stars Evan Rachel Wood, Thandie Newton, Jeffrey Wright and Ed Harris. Also joining the cast for the new season are "Breaking Bad" alum Aaron Paul and actress-writer Lena Waithe. Cassel's breakthrough role came in 1995 with "La Haine," a searing portrayal of life in Paris's racially polarized suburbs. A series of big-screen roles followed in France, and then Cassel crossed over to Hollywood with featured parts in heist capers .
French actor Vincent Cassel joins cast of HBO's 'Westworld'
French actor Vincent Cassel is joining the cast of HBO's "Westworld" for the mind-bending science-fiction drama's third season, set to air next year, his team has told AFP -- his first recurring television role. The Tinseltown press first reported the casting news this week, with The Hollywood Reporter saying the 52-year-old Frenchman would be playing a villain. "Westworld" unfolds in a near-future amusement park of sorts, where guests interact with androids in various settings and anything goes. But gradually, some of the androids start fighting back. The series stars Evan Rachel Wood, Thandie Newton, Jeffrey Wright and Ed Harris. Also joining the cast for the new season are "Breaking Bad" alum Aaron Paul and actress-writer Lena Waithe. Cassel's breakthrough role came in 1995 with "La Haine," a searing portrayal of life in Paris's racially polarized suburbs. A series of big-screen roles followed in France, and then Cassel crossed over to Hollywood with featured parts in heist capers .
'The Dog's Way Home': Sweet, simple and warm-hearted (IANS Review, Rating: ***)
Film: "The Dog's Way Home"; Director: Charles Martin Smith; Cast: Ashley Judd, Bryce Dallas Howard, Jonah Hauer-King, Edward James Olmos, Alexandra Shipp; Rating: ***
Mumtaz is alive and fine: Family dismisses death rumours
Dismissing reports of veteran actor Mumtaz's death, a family member said Friday the yesteryear star is fit and fine. There were reports on social media that the actor passed away Friday. "She is alive, fit and fine. she wants to know why everybody is spreading false news," a family member told PTI. Mumtaz, 70, lives in London with her family. Last year in April, there were rumours about her demise which Mumtaz's younger daughter Tanya had denied on social media. One of the popular actresses in the 1970s, Mumtaz featured in films such as "Mela", "Apradh", "Nagin", "Bramachari", "Ram Aur Shyam", "Do Raste" and "Khilona".
Madonna surprises fans with latest single 'I Rise' from 'Madame X'
Pop singer Madonna on Friday dropped yet another single 'I Rise' from her latest album 'Madame X'.Taking to her Instagram, the singer shared a petite clip from the song."I Rise......... New track out today..... Let's all Rise Together!" she captioned the post.As reported by Variety, the singer said that her latest single is about "giving a voice to all marginalized people who feel they don't have the opportunity to speak their mind."She added, "This year is the 50th anniversary of Pride and I hope this song encourages all individuals to be who they are, to speak their minds and to love themselves."The slow-paced song comes after the release of 'Madame X's' first single 'Medellin' which released on April 18. The pop star is all set to bring out another single 'Crave' on May 10, which features Swan Lee, 'Future' featuring Quavo on May 17 and 'Dark Ballet' on June 7.According to Variety, 'Madame X' which is set to release on June 14, is the follow-up to 'Rebel Heart', which came out in ..
3 theatres seized in Andhra for screening 'Lakshmi's NTR'
The authorities in Andhra Pradesh's Kadapa district on Friday seized three cinema halls which screened the Telugu movie "Lakshmi's NTR" in violation of the orders of the Election Commission of India.
Jamie Dornan to star in John Patrick Shanley's next
'Fifty Shades of Grey' fame Jamie Dornan is ready for John Patrick Shanley's next film 'Wild Mountain Theme' and is set to star alongside Holliday Grainger.As reported by Variety, the film which is an adaptation of Shanley's hit Broadway play, 'Outside Mullingar' will be directed by Shanley himself.Jamie and Holliday will essay the role of two stubborn lovers whose families are fighting over a patch of land. That piece of land separates the farms of the two families.Leslie Urdang, Anthony Bregman, Alex Witchel and Martina Niland will be producing the film with Andrew Kramer, executive producing the film.The film is expected to start production this summer in Ireland and New York.John Patrick Shanley is an Academy Award-winning director, previously known for 'Moonlight' which released in 2016 and 'Doubt' which hit the theatres in 2008.Jamie Dornan made headlines when he and wife Amelia Warner welcomed a baby girl a month ago.
NSUI Goa objects Akshay Kumar's appearance in govt's ad on road safety
The National Students' Union of India Goa (NSUI) on Friday wrote to President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging to remove actor Akshay Kumar from a government advertisement on road safety with a theme 'Sadak Suraksha Jeevan Raksha'.The advertisement featuring Akshay Kumar was launched in 2018 to launch a 'Road Safety Awareness Programme' across the country.NSUI said that an Indian citizen has the right to be an ambassador and represent the government in its advertisements."With utmost seriousness, we object to this appearance of a Canadian citizen in a government advertisement with the theme "Sadak Suraksha Jeevan Raksha" where Akshay Kumar is acting as a traffic policeman. It is also not acceptable for all the Indian citizens to see a Canadian representing the government of India," NSUI said.Appealing to dismiss the advertisement at the earliest in the interest of the citizens of India, NSUI said: "Although we strongly believe in the message that is been given ..
Princess Eugenie wishes Jack Brooksbank on his 33rd birthday
Princess Eugenie of York, wished her husband Jack Brooksbank a Happy Birthday as he turned 33 on Friday.In an affectionate message posted on Instagram, the princess wrote, "Happy Birthday to you, my one and only Jack. You are one of a kind and totally extraordinary. Nine birthdays and counting...to quote you from a few months ago "you light up my life."Princess Eugenie was just 20 when she met the love of her life. She also mentions the same in the post. The beaming smiles are an indication that the couple seems to love each other's company.The couple exchanged vows last year on October 12 at St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle.The ceremony was attended by the members of the British Royal Family - Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip, Meghan, Duchess Kate Middleton, Prince William, and Zara Tindall, among others.Several Hollywood celebrities were also present on the occasion, including Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell, Robbie Williams, Ellie Goulding, and Demi Moore.While Eugenie's sister, ...
Peter Mayhew, Chewbacca in the 'Star Wars' films, dies at 74
Peter Mayhew, the towering actor who donned a huge, furry costume to give life to the rugged-and-beloved character of Chewbacca in the original "Star Wars" trilogy and two other films, has died, his family said Thursday. Mayhew died at his home in north Texas on Tuesday, according to a family statement. He was 74. No cause was given. As Chewbacca, known to his friends as Chewie, the 7-foot-3 Mayhew was a fierce warrior with a soft heart, loyal sidekick to Harrison Ford's Han Solo, and co-pilot of the Millennium Falcon. Mayhew went on to appear as the Wookiee in the 2005 prequel "Revenge of the Sith" and shared the part in 2015's "The Force Awakens" with actor Joonas Suotamo, who took over the role in subsequent films. "Peter Mayhew was a kind and gentle man, possessed of great dignity and noble character," Ford said in a statement Thursday. "These aspects of his own personality, plus his wit and grace, he brought to Chewbacca. We were partners in film and friends in life for over 30 ..
YouTube to make original content free and ad-supported
YouTube Originals series will soon be available to all for free viewing. The company has officially announced that the original series and specials will be available for free worldwide, albeit supported with ads.YouTube stated in its official blog that only the new series will be available for free, while some of the premium content such as "Step Up: High Water," will continue to be behind the paywall.The free-to-watch, ad-supported YouTube Original content will include the third season of Cobra Kai - currently the most in-demand digital series in the world.
Christina Applegate: My character in 'Dead to Me' similar to real me
Christina Applegate is making a comeback after a seven-year break with Netflix's 'Dead to Me' in which the actor says she plays a character who is similar to herself.In a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, Applegate said that from the time she read the show's script, she believed she would play the role of Judy. "What a great character, it's a little bit less work. I don't need to be the star. I don't want to be a star of anything," she said."And Liz (writer) was like, "Oh no, you're not a Judy, you're a Jen." How do I take that? "You are a Jen." Like so, I'm an angry drunk? And then I was like, "Oh, you know what, you're right. This is totally me."Christina explained the similarity between her character and real self, both of whom battled breast cancer. "I was trying to be positive and that was how I was dealing with it and surviving," she said."But when I was just sitting there with myself, it's an incredibly painful thing to go through. It's an amputation of a part of ...
Evan Rachel Wood roped in for 'One Thousand Paper Cranes'
Bestseller 'Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes', the story of Sadako Sasaki, Hiroshima attack survivor, is set to get a film adaptation with Evan Rachel Wood starring in the film.According to Variety, Wood will star alongside Jim Sturgess and Shinobu Terajima and the film is titled 'One Thousand Paper Cranes'. The book written by Eleanor Coerr became the bestselling children book worldwide.Iyan Bryce, who also produced 'Saving Private Ryan' along with Richard Raymond and Irene Yeung, will be producing the film which is to be helmed by Richard Raymond.The story will essay Sasaki's life, who was just 2-years old when the atomic bomb on Hiroshima was dropped in 1945. Sasaki later develops leukemia due to exposure to radiation from the massive blast.Sasaki's strength came out of a Japanese legend which said that, if she folded 1000 paper cranes, she would be granted with a wish and in her case, the wish was to live.The film will take certain elements out of Takayuki Ishii's novel 'One ..
Actress sexual assault case: SC stays trial against Malayalam actor Dileep
The Supreme Court Friday stayed the trial against Malayalam film actor Dileep, who is accused in the abduction and sexual assault of an actress in February 2017. A bench headed by Justice A M Khanwilkar, which was hearing Dileep's plea seeking a copy of the digital evidence allegedly containing video footage of the purported crime, said it would hear the matter again in July. The apex court said the trial in the case will be stayed till it decide the issue. Dileep was arrested on July 10, 2017 and let out on bail by the Kerala High Court on October 3 same year. Seven other persons, including key accused 'Pulsar' Suni, were arrested in connection with the case. The actress, who has worked in Tamil and Telugu films, was abducted and allegedly molested inside her car for two hours by the accused, who had forced their way into the vehicle on the night of February 17, 2017 and later escaped in a busy area.
Article on coalgate wins ACJ Award for Investigative Journalism
The article titled Coalgate 2.0' authored by Nileena M S and published in The Caravan magazine in March last year has won the ACJ Award for Investigative Journalism, 2018. The final jury comprising Gopalkrishna Gandhi, Nilita Vachani and Dr A R Venkatachalapathy Friday unanimously decided on Nileena's work as the winner, says an ACJ release. "The Jury arrived effortlessly at the unanimous decision that in the most impressive set of short-listed entries, one entry stood out. "For its detailed, exhaustive and persuasive investigation and its clear exposition the 2018 Asian College of Journalism's Award for Investigative Journalism goes to Nileena M S for her article Coalgate 2.0' published in The Caravan. "The piece meets the criteria of what comprises a solid work of investigative journalism, combining extensive research uncovering new evidence to reveal a truth, hitherto unknown to most, and of essential public interest," said the jury citation. The award, which comprises a trophy, a .
'Sonic' design to change after fans express dissatisfaction
After the trailer of the live-action reboot of 'Sonic the Hedgehog' released on Wednesday, the fans took to Twitter and criticised the director over the appearance of the lead character, Sonic.Sonic in the trailer was featured with human teeth, despite being a hedgehog which irked some fans while some expressed their dissatisfaction over the disproportionate legs of Sonic.Variety followed the director of the film, Jeff Fowler, who replied to the fans with a tweet. He tweeted, "The message is loud and clear," Fowler wrote on Twitter Thursday. "You aren't happy with the design & you want changes. It's going to happen. Everyone at Paramount & Sega are fully committed to making this character the BEST he can be."The trailer which released on May 1, opens with Sonic whizzing by police sheriff Tom Wachowski, played by James Marsden. The sheriff registers 760 mph on his speed radar device and is instantly shocked.The sheriff later finds a blue strand of hair charged with what ...