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I wouldn't be very good at it: Danny Boyle on making comic book movie
Oscar-winning filmmaker Danny Boyle believes he would not be ''very good'' at directing a comic book movie. The filmmaker said superhero films needs a director who has the genre in ''their bloodstream''. ''I wouldn't be very good at it. I saw the 'Spider-Man' movie, the animation, and I thought it was wonderful, but out of my league. Normally when you see a movie like that, you think, 'I could maybe do that.' I didn't think, 'Maybe' with this. ''It had a sensibility that felt truthful to its origins. Whoever made this, it is part of their bloodstream. You've got to recognise that you have no idea how to get there. I don't think you should attempt one unless it's in your bloodstream... Comics really aren't in my bloodstream," Boyle told Empire magazine. The filmmaker said he ruled himself out of directing "Alien: Resurrection" for similar reasons. ''... The problem was the industry was in a transition point (at that time). How much were you going to do for real, as Ridley (Scott) had ..
Aamir Khan bumps into Chiranjeevi at Kyoto Airport, shares heartwarming pic
Bollywood actor Aamir Khan recently posted a picture with Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi Garu on Twitter, after the two bumped into each other at Kyoto Airport in Japan.The duo can be seen happily posing in the picture and the smile on Aamir's face says it all.Sharing his excitement to meet one of his favourite actors, the "Dangal" actor captioned the picture and tweeted: Ran into one of my favourite actors, Superstar Chiranjeevi Garu at Kyoto airport! What a pleasant surprise :-) . Discussed his new project about freedom fighter Uyyalawada Narasimha Reddy. You are always such an inspiration sir. Love.".
Director's job not an extracurricular one: Shefali Shah
National Award-winning actress Shefali Shah had written a love story a few years ago and also wanted to don the director's hat for it. But she feels that a director's job means a lot of responsibilities and that it can't be done just to "suffice your need for an extracurricular activity".
Need a love story which befits my personality: John Abraham
John Abraham started his journey with romantic thriller "Jism", but he soon switched to comedy followed by action. The actor says he now wants to feature in a love story. The 46-year-old actor, who established himself as one of the biggest action stars in Bollywood, says he is waiting for a script in the genre which suits his personality. "I would love to do an out-and-out romantic film. But lately, I haven't found anything which works for me. "It is a beautiful genre. I need a love story which befits my personality and physicality and the kind of person I am. I am definitely looking out for a story in that space," John told PTI. Till the time he finds his perfect love story, the actor plans to focus on his ambitious action franchise "Attack". "We are still developing the script of 'Attack'. It is something we are really excited about. The problem with the action is that it is something in which you need to get the emotion right. One can do the best action in the world, but if the ...
When a masterpiece fails to become one (Column: Bollywood Spotlight)
Why has Ritesh Batra let us down so miserably with his latest film? Think about it. It had everything going for it. A director whose first film, "The Lunchbox" became the most beloved Indian film since Satyajit Rays "Pather Panchali" and who has since then worked with international icons like Robert Redford, Jane Fonda, Jim Broadbent, Charlotte Rampling.
Aamir runs into Chiranjeevi, calls him inspiration
Actor-filmmaker Aamir Khan says that southern megastar Chiranjeevi, whom he accidentally ran into at an airport in Japan, will always be an inspiration for him.
Indian-origin actors creating waves on American shows
From Kunal Nayyar to Lilly Singh and Mindy Kaling, many actors of Indian origin are creating waves on American television shows.
Will Smith's new meaning to life after India visit
Hollywood star Will Smith says he got a new perspective towards life and the truths of the world after exploring the culture of India.
Kabir Khan kept persona in mind for '83' casting
Filmmaker Kabir Khan, who will soon begin the shoot of his ambitious film "83", which will tell the story of India's 1983 cricket World Cup victory, says he tried to match the persona of real-life cricketers to cast the right actors for the project.
Intense roles take a toll on me: Jackie Shroff
Playing an intense role exhausts Jackie Shroff at times , but the Bollywood veteran says that is the fun of living life as an actor.
Big B calls Abhishek his 'dearest friend'
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan on Sunday penned a heartfelt post on social media for his son and actor Abhishek Bachchan, saying he is his "dearest friend".
Viola Davis to reprise her role in 'Suicide Squad' reboot
Viola Davis will return as Task Force X leader Amanda Waller in the "Suicide Squad" reboot, director James Gunn has revealed. According to DigitalSpy, the Oscar winner is returning to the franchise along with original film characters -- Captain Boomerang (Jai Courtney) and Harley Quinn (Margot Robbie). Gunn has also decided that Idris Elba will not be replacing Will Smith as Deadshot like they originally planned. The filmmaker, known for "Guardians of the Galaxy" franchise, has chosen to give Elba a new character in the movie to allow Smith the opportunity to eventually return as Deadshot in the future. Warner Bros did not comment directly. The film is slated to be released on August 6, 2021.
Tweeting while watching TV pushes you to shop: Study
While marketers have feared that social media distracts viewers from advertisements and minimises their impact, a new study found that tweeting during TV pushes people for online shopping.
American television continues to embrace Indian actors
Diversity in American television seems to be on the rise as actress Pallavi Sharda is the latest Bollywood actress to bag a show in the US.
Digital Content Renders Cinematograph Act Obsolete (Column: B Town)
When a fad invades India, it does so in hordes. May it be mobile manufacturers, car makers, and so on and so forth. But, now, we have a line-up of streaming content providers. They enjoy an open, unhindered run on your small screens.
'Better Call Saul' won't return until 2020
The season five of "Better Call Saul" is not expected to premiere until next year, AMC network has announced. Sarah Barnett, AMC's President of Entertainment Networks, said decisions like these are "driven by talent needs". In an interview with Vulture, Barnett said, the premiere of the fifth chapter is something "which we would not override if it would result in a worse show." She also hinted that the writers "have a very particular, very clear sense of the arc of their show," and that "(w)e're certainly getting closer" to the end of the series. EW also confirmed that the network's earnings call mentioned a debut date of early 2020. The "Breaking Bad" spin-off, fronted by Bob Oderkirk's Saul Goodman, also stars Jonathan Banks, Rhea Seehorn, Patrick Fabian, Michael Mando and Giancarlo Esposito. The show will see Odenkirk reprise his role as the shady lawyer, Jimmy McGill alias Saul Goodman in the crime drama from AMC. "Better Call Saul" received renewal order in July 2018.
Smart locations, budget control: Filmmakers crack a code (IANS Special)
It was the search for exact replicas of the gear and guns of Special Forces Officers which pushed the makers of "Uri - The Surgical Strike" to explore Serbia as a destination that would lend the film an authenticity that would go beyond its Kashmir-like topography.
Just started asking for equal pay, says 'Bodyguard' star Keeley Hawes
"Bodyguard" star Keeley Hawes has said that she has "only just" started asking to be paid on par with her male counterparts. The actor, who features as the female lead Home Secretary Julia Montague in the BBC thriller, said it is after the success of the show that she has raised her voice demanding equal pay. "I've only just asked to be paid the same to do exactly the same work as someone else. In the past, it was always a case of take it, no questions asked, because if you don't someone else will take it," Hawes told The Times. The 43-year-old actor, who has worked in shows like "Line of Duty" and "The Casual Vacancy", credited fellow artiste Jennifer Lawrence for sparking the conversation regarding equal pay. "You need a big profile to be able to stand up for yourself. It took people like Jennifer Lawrence saying it to move things forward. "It made her unpopular at the time but it's started a hugely powerful movement. Generally, the statistics for women's pay are still horrific ...
Dave Bautista wanted to exit Marvel if James Gunn wasn't rehired
Wrestler-turned-actor Dave Bautista has revealed that he would have exited the "Guardian of the Galaxy" franchise if Disney had not reversed its decision to fire filmmaker James Gunn. The 50-year-old actor, who plays Drax the Destroyer in Marvel Cinematic Universe, has been very vocal in his support of the filmmaker, who was fired by Marvel Studios' parent company Disney after his old, controversial tweets resurfaced on social media last year. The studio last month went back on its decision and reinstated Gunn as the director of the third part of the "Guardians of the Galaxy" franchise. "I am contractually obligated (to do the third movie), but I think that Marvel and Disney, if I had really stood my ground and said, 'I don't want to do this without James', I think that they are decent enough that they would've let me out of my contract," Bautista told Variety. The actor said he vented out what was going on in his mind after Gunn was sacked. "I just spoke my mind and was honest about .
I'm shockingly available: Charlize Theron
Charlize Theron has revealed that she is "shockingly available" but the actor said she needs a man to "step up" and ask her out. The 43-year-old Oscar winner opened up about her love life in an interview with Entertainment Tonight while promoting her film "Long Shot" with co-star Seth Rogen. "I've been single for 10 years, it's not a long shot. Somebody just needs to grow a pair and step up. I'm shockingly available," Theron said. Rogen echoed her sentiments, saying, "She's out there!", to which Theron said, "I've made it very clear." Theron previously dated actor Stuart Townsend and they split up in 2010. She was then in a relationship with actor Sean Penn and were engaged in 2014. But they separated in 2015.