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'No Fathers...': Sensitive but lacks soul (IANS Review)

Film: "No Fathers in Kashmir"; Director: Ashvin Kumar; Cast: Zara Webb, Shivam Raina, Ashvin Kumar, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Maya Sarao, Soni Razdan, Anshuman Jha, Natasha Mago: **1/2

Rhythm and Blues festival to raise funds for children with congenital heart defects

A heady mix of renowned as well as upcoming music artists including Indian rock band Parikrama and contemporary Punjabi folk band Hari & Sukhmani will perform at the eighth edition of the Rhythm and Blues festival in Kasauli in Himachal Pradesh. Organised by the Genesis Foundation with Baikunth Resort, the annual festival that begins on April 19 this year, will raise funds for the treatment of critically ill, under-privileged children with congenital heart defects. "We truly believe that music has the power to unite people across the world. With this as our driving force, we are elated to see Kasauli Rhythm and Blues entering its 8th edition and bring our audience together for the cause of saving little hearts while relishing enthralling music in scenic beauty of Kasauli," Prema Sagar, Founder and Trustee, Genesis Foundation, said. The proceeds from the festival's last edition were able to "save 25 children", she added. Other participants at the two-day festival will include ...

Wave of patriotic films is worth it: John Abraham

There's a thin line that divides patriotism from jingoism. But as Bollywood is riding on a high tide of films with nationalistic themes, actor John Abraham, who plays a spy in thriller "RAW", says it's totally worth it to have a stream of movies on what people need to see in the current socio-political environment.

Delhi schedule of 'Love Aaj Kal 2' wrapped up

The Delhi schedule of the upcoming film "Love Aaj Kal 2", starring actors Kartik Aaryan and Sara Ali Khan, has concluded.

Amit Sharma hopes to work with Ranveer, Deepika again

"Badhaai Ho" director Amit Sharma, who has directed Bollywood stars Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone in an ad film, says he is looking forward to more collaborations with the couple.

Telugu filmdom isn't male dominated anymore: Rakul

She is just a decade old in southern showbiz, but Rakul Preet Singh has managed to carve a niche for herself. The actress feels there has been a change in the Telugu film industry as it is no more patriarchal.

Would love to sing more for Punjabi films: Akriti

Singer Akriti Kakar wants to sing more for Punjabi films.

Joaquin Phoenix's 'Joker' gets India release date

Joaquin Phoenix's "Joker" will release in India on October 4.

Vivek Oberoi: Congress afraid of chowkidar ka danda

Actor Vivek Oberoi, who is all set to play the lead role in the upcoming biopic 'PM Narendra Modi', said that the Congress party is afraid of "chowkidar ka danda" (security guard's wooden stick).Ever since BJP kick-started its 'main bhi chowkidar' campaign ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, 'chowkidar' has become a part of political discussions. While many are constantly criticising the programme, there are people who support it. The latest one to appreciate the campaign is Vivek Oberoi."Why is the opposition afraid, what are they afraid of? I think they fear chowkidar ka danda (security guard's wooden stick)," Oberoi told ANI.The film, which follows Prime Minister Modi from his humble beginnings to his years as the Chief Minister of Gujarat and finally his landmark victory catapulting him as the Prime Minister, recently came under the ECI scanner after Congress and Left parties complained to the poll body saying that it violates the Model Code of Conduct.However, in a major ..

Amitabh, Ramya Krishnan reunite after two decades

Actors Amitabh Bachchan and Ramya Krishnan, who had previously worked together in Hindi action comedy "Bade Miyan Chote Miyan", have been paired once again in upcoming Tamil film "Uyarntha Manithan".

Zachary Levi feels like a big kid: David Sandberg

Director David F. Sandberg says Zachary Levi is perfect in the superhero avatar of Shazam as he still feels like a "big kid".

Actress sexual attack case: SC adjourns plea of Malayalam actor Dileep

The Supreme Court on Wednesday adjourned till May 1 a plea of Malayalam actor Dileep seeking a copy of the digital evidence of the alleged assault on a noted south Indian actress, in which he is a key accused.A Bench headed by Justice AM Khanwilkar adjourned the matter after the other party sought an adjournment.The actress, who has also worked in Tamil and Telugu films besides Malayalam, was allegedly abducted and molested by a group of men in her car in February 2017, in a conspiracy, which the actress says was hatched by Dileep.In March 2018, Dileep filed a review petition in the Kerala High Court seeking a copy of the memory card containing visuals of the purported crime.The High Court dismissed the petition on the grounds that the video of the actress's assault is "too sensitive" to be let out.After that, Dileep moved the Supreme Court challenging the order of the Kerala High Court.The apex court had earlier said it will see if the memory card, which is part of a police report ...

Destined to work with Kangana again: Anurag Basu

Kangana Ranaut was due to collaborate for the third time with Anurag Basu after "Gangster" and "Life in a... Metro", but she is not going to be a part of it anymore. The filmmaker is however hopeful, and says they are destined to work together again.

Karan Johar takes a dig at Kangana again

There seems to be no end to the nepotism debate. Filmmaker Karan Johar has again taken a dig at actress Kangana Ranaut by choosing to say "someone else loves the subject" on being asked about nepotism at an event.

Farah Khan's next to be a 'big Bollywood musical'

Filmmaker Farah Khan says her upcoming directorial will be the remake of a popular Indian film and will be mounted as a massive Bollywood musical. Recently, director Rohit Shetty announced that he would be producing a film to be directed by Farah. The director, known for making out-and-out potboilers inspired by the Hindi cinema of the '70s and '80s, said the currently untitled movie is right in her zone. "Rohit and I are both extremely excited for the collaboration. We are making a really big, massive Bollywood musical. "It'll be absolutely my kind of a movie. Rohit and I are probably the last two left to make this kind of big, entertaining cinema," Farah told PTI. The director said the script is being given final touches. "The script is almost done, we are just about finishing it. It's a remake. We have bought the rights of an Indian movie and are revamping it currently." There were reports that the duo will be remaking "Satte Pe Satta", but there is no confirmation. Farah said the .

Ending 'Supernatural' was a community decision, says Jared Padalecki

Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles have said that it was a "community decision" to bring the curtains down on their hit show "Supernatural". The series, which will culminate with its 15th season, features the two actors as the Winchester brothers who hunt demons, ghosts, monsters, and other supernatural beings. Speaking at the "Supernatural" convention in Las Vegas, Padalecki said, "This was a community decision". He further said that there was never any pressure from The CW network and the studio to wrap up show, reported Entertainment Weekly. Ackles added that the show's end was debated for months by both the cast and the crew. "Nobody wanted to see this show fizzle out. I think that it was everyone wanting to do the biggest service to the show that we could by going out strong. It just seemed like the writing was kind of on the wall as to when that was happening. "Everybody kind of felt that it was coming soon, and so it was just taking that leap of faith of going like, 'Well guys, .

Helen Mirren bats for theatrical experience over Netflix

Veteran actor Helen Mirren has chosen a side in the battle between the streaming services and theatres, and she is going with the latter. During the CinemaCon conference in Las Vegas, where she was promoting her film "The Good Liar", Mirren took a jab at streaming giant, Netflix. "I love Netflix, but f**k Netflix," she said. "There's nothing like sitting in the cinema and the lights go down. I would like to thank you guys for making that environment possible," she added. The war between streaming services and those batting for the theatrical experience has picked up steam after Netflix's Spanish-language feature "Roma" bagged three awards at the 91st Academy Awards. After the film's big win at the Oscars, there have been reports that veteran director Steven Spielberg will be speaking with the Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) to insist for a rule change that will make films made by streaming services like Netflix, Hulu and Amazon, ineligible

Irrfan Khan is back: Grateful for love, support

Months after lying low following neuroendocrine tumour diagnosis and treatment, acclaimed actor Irrfan Khan has expressed gratitude to those who gave him love and support to help him heal through his tough phase.

Book brings alive genius of K L Saigal

The genius of K L Saigal, his timeless compositions and the golden era of Indian cinema have been brought alive in a book on the legendary singer. Kundan: Saigal's Life & Music, authored by documentary filmmaker and former DDG of Doordarshan Sharad Dutt, has been transcreated in English by Jyoti Sabharwal of Stellar Publishers. Dutt won the National Award (Swarna Kamal for best book on cinema) in 2005 for the original book in Hindi. The book will be released on April 4, the 115th birth anniversary of Saigal. Archival records, rare photographs and posters of Saigal's films in this tome, give insightful glimpses, and beckon collectors and connoisseurs. Dutt says he wanted to cogitate as to what was that luring quality in Saigal's music - the classical facet or the popular element. It was a resplendent blend of both these components. For chaste classical renditions tend to be dry, given its dalliance with mind and intellect. And mere popularity is jugglery of transitory pleasure that

Biggest reward is to entertain audience: Rajkummar

National Award winning actor Rajkummar Rao is sweeping awards again. He says awards make him feel special, but for him the biggest reward is to entertain the audience.