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Chris Hemsworth shares selfie with quokka

Actor Chris Hemsworth took to Instagram, sharing a photograph of himself and an "epic" animal he said he'd encountered in Australia.

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 5:16 PM IST

Rishi Kapoor remembers Shashi Kapoor on birth anniversary

On the occasion of the 81st birth anniversary of Shashi Kapoor, his nephew and veteran actor Rishi Kapoor remembered the legendary actor.Rishi took to his Twitter handle to share throwback pictures of the late actor-filmmaker."Happy Birthday Shashi Uncle," he wrote along with a photo in which he can be seen posing with Shashi, Neetu Kapoor, Rekha, Karisma Kapoor and Ranbir Kapoor.He also posted another throwback photo of the 'Deewar' actor when he was conferred with Dadasaheb Phalke award in 2015.The photo features Shashi with his children--Kunal Kapoor and Sanjana Kapoor."What a proud moment for the Shashi Kapoor family! Dada Sahab Phalke award for him. Third Phalke Award in the family! Happy Birthday uncle," Rishi wrote in another tweet.Amitabh Bachchan, who has previously worked with Shashi in numerous films including 'Amar Akbar Anthony', 'Deewar, 'Namak Halal', 'Suhaag', among many others, also remembered him while also mourning the loss of Goa chief minister Manohar ...

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 5:10 PM IST

Ranveer Singh gets quirky with GIFs, enthrals fans

After wooing the audience with his power-packed performances in movies like "Simmba" and "Gully Boy", actor Ranveer Singh on Monday treated his fans with his own quirky and fun GIFs.

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 4:50 PM IST

'Avengers: End Game': Mark Ruffalo missing his hulk?

It seems like Mark Ruffalo didn't get the memo. The 'Avengers' actor didn't even give time for fans to speculate the reason behind him not being portrayed as his superhero alter ego Hulk in the 'AvengersTaking a jibe at himself, the actor posted a meme on his Instagram account where he clubbed a close-up shot of himself from the upcoming 'Avengers' film poster with the original poster. Above the two photos, a caption reads "when nobody tells you it's a costume party", referring to him being the only superhero in the poster posing without his costume.This is not the first time that the 'Avengers: End Game' poster has come under the limelight following its release on Friday.Previously, Marvel received criticism from the fans, due to the omission of 'Black Panther' actor Danai Gurira's name from the credits at the top of the poster.Following the backlash, Marvel Studios dropped a new poster of the upcoming film and in the caption wrote, "She should have been up there all this time. Check

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 4:35 PM IST

Shooting livestreams a new rage on social media

The Facebook livestreaming of New Zealand mosque shooting has brought to the fore a critical issue for the law enforcement agencies to deal with, as tech giants struggle to find a solution to pro-actively stop such incidents.

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 4:10 PM IST

Was surprised when I was cast as villain in 'Brahmastra' : Mouni Roy

Mouni Roy says her casting as the main antagonist in Ranbir Kapoor-Alia Bhatt-starrer "Brahmastra" came as a surprise for her. The 33-year-old actor, who made her Bollywood debut with Akshay Kumar's "Gold", says she wants make versatile choices. "I am playing the main villain in the film. I am really looking forward to it. What is more liberating for me is playing different characters that challenges me. I was surprised initially that they wanted me to play the villain. "Ayan Mukherji (director) had seen something from 'Naagin' and felt I could play the villain. So you never know what clicks with whom. As an actor you should be willing to experiment and be versatile otherwise you can't learn and grow," Mouni told PTI. "Brahmastra" also featuring megastar Amitabh Bachchan, will serve as the first film in the trilogy. Mouni says working with the team has been an enriching experience. "My life is fulfilled after working with Mr Bachchan. Ranbir and Alia are sweethearts, they are too ...

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 4:10 PM IST

John Stamos posts photo getting Nick Jonas' tattoo

Actor John Stamos upped the stakes in his prank battle with Nick Jonas, as he posted a photograph of himself seemingly getting a tattoo of the singer's face.

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 3:25 PM IST

Films more important to me than fame: Janhvi Kapoor

Actress Janhvi Kapoor says her films are more important to her than earning fame as she has experienced fame since her childhood.

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 3:10 PM IST

'King of Surf Guitar' Dick Dale dead at 81

Dick Dale, the California rocker behind the song "Misirlou" which plays during the opening scene of "Pulp Fiction," has died at the age of 81. His death on Saturday was confirmed on Facebook by Dusty Watson, a drummer who once toured with Dale, though the cause of death was not immediately known. Dubbed the "King of Surf Guitar," the genre he invented in the 1950s, Dale's work was influential to a generation of musicians including The Beach Boys, Eddie Van Halen and Jimi Hendrix. The keen surfer and musical pioneer described the style in a 1994 interview with the New York Times as "a heavy machine-gun staccato picking style to represent the power of Mother Nature, of our Earth, of our ocean." According to a biography on his website, Dale worked with electric guitar trailblazer Leo Fender to develop amps and speakers that could withstand the thundering volume he played at, breaking through the electronic limitations of the era and earning him the moniker the "Father of Heavy ...

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 2:45 PM IST

More responsibility when directing a superstar: Anurag Singh

Director Anurag Singh, who has teamed up with Akshay Kumar for their upcoming film "Kesari", says working with stars is a big responsibility. Anurag has directed "Kesari" that is based on the Battle of Saragarhi fought between the British Indian army's Sikh Regiment and Afghan tribesmen in September 1897. "I did not think that if I have a star in my film so I will not focus on anything else. Rather the responsibility is more when you have a star in your film as you don't want to dishearten fans. "The budget is bigger so you need to justify that also. I don't think a filmmaker is relaxed when they have a star in a film. I am rather scared that what I make should be received well and people should like," Anurag told PTI. The filmmaker praised Akshay for his professionalism and dedication. "We are getting to work with a star, there are no starry trantrums or ego issues. He comes on time, is disciplined and will do what a director says. Once he was ok with the script, he said, 'you tell ..

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 2:36 PM IST

'Evening Shadows' is a flawed but brave film

Film: "Evening Shadows" (Netflix); Cast: Mona Ambegaonkar, Ananth Mahadevan, Devansh Doshi; Director: Sridhar Rangayan; Rating: ***(3 stars)

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 2:20 PM IST

SRK's son channels inner 'Narcos' on French holiday

Superstar Shah Rukh Khans son Aryan posted a series of new photographs from his French holiday on social media, where he's seen channeling his inner "Narcos".

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 2:10 PM IST

'Kalank' latest single 'Ghar More Pardesiya' celebrates love

After keeping the audience on edge by releasing bits and pieces from the film, the makers of 'Kalank' have finally unveiled the first track from the film titled "Ghar More Pardesiya".The Song features Alia Bhatt, Varun Dhawan along with the ageless and graceful Madhuri Dixit. Sung by Shreya Ghoshal and Vaishali Mhade, the track celebrates love in all its glory.The 3.15 minute-long video shows, Ramleela in progress, wherein Alia and Varun can be seen walking through the crowd smitten by the essence of their surroundings.The song takes a beautiful turn when two lead actresses present a breathtaking jugalbandi and dance together.The set where the song has been shot is as beautiful and colossal as it can get. Colourful and alluring, every part of the setting perfectly complements the celebratory feel of the song.Alia Bhatt looks regal and majestic in a white lehenga with a dupatta, as she elegantly moves in perfect sync with the song, performing Kathak.Written by Amitabh Bhattacharya and .

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 1:35 PM IST

Rishi remembers Shashi Kapoor on 81st birth anniversary

On the occasion of the 81st birth anniversary of late actor-filmmaker Shashi Kapoor on Monday, his nephew and veteran actor Rishi Kapoor got nostalgic.

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 1:15 PM IST

Madhuri's Marathi project gets release date

Actress Madhuri Dixit Nene and her husband Shriram Nene's upcoming Marathi production "15 August" is set to release on Netflix on March 29.

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 1:00 PM IST

Ali Fazal on how being in love helps onscreen romance

It is a happy co-incidence that actor Ali Fazal has done his first full-fledged romantic film "Milan Talkies" right when his own love story with actress Richa Chadha unfolds.

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 12:45 PM IST

Veteran Bengali actor Chinmoy Roy no more

Veteran Bengali actor Chinmoy Roy, known for his portrayal of comic characters has died of cardiac arrest, family sources said Monday. He was 79. Roy is survived by his son and daughter. His wife actress Jui Banerjee had died a few years back. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, acclaimed actors Soumitra Chatterjee and Aparna Sen have condoled his death. Roy died at his Salt Lake residence at around 10:20 pm Sunday. Expressing grief over his death, the chief minister tweeted, "saddened at the passing away of noted actor Chinmoy Roy. From the character of Tenyda to his performance in 'Basanta Bilap', from 'Mouchak' to 'Galpo Holeo Sotti', his acting has mesmerised everybody." "My condolences to his family and countless admirers," she said. Chatterjee, who was Roy's co-actor in many films, described him as a "powerful" actor whose potential was "not fully utilised" by the industry. Actress-director Aparna Sen, who had acted with Roy in 'Basanta Bilap' and other films said, "one

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 12:40 PM IST

Ringo Starr working on new album

Beatles legend Ringo Starr is working on a new studio album. According to Billboard, the first clue to the new album came March 14 when Starr's recording engineer Bruce Sugar posted a picture of himself with Ringo and All-Starr Band guitarist Steve Lukather on Facebook with the caption, "Another great day in the Studio..." The Beatles drummer tweeted the same day: "In the studio again with the great Steve Lukather what a guy. Peace and Love." A representative for Starr, 78, confirmed the news Sunday. "He has been working on a new record for a few months. There's no word on when it will be released," the rep said in an email response. Starr's most recent album, 'Give More Love', released in 2017.

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 12:35 PM IST

You are making Canada proud: Trudeau to Lilly Singh

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau congratulated Canadian-born Lilly Singh, who goes by the stage name Superwoman, on bagging a late night show of a major TV network and said the YouTube sensation is making Canada proud.

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 12:20 PM IST

Chang Chen in talks to join 'Dune'

Taiwanese actor Chang Chen is in negotiations to board the star-studded cast of Denis Villeneuve's next directorial venture, "Dune". According to The Hollywood Reporter, the "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" star would play Dr Yueh, a physician who works for the Atreides family. The film, based on Frank Herbert's bestselling novel of the same name, features Timothee Chalamet, Dave Bautista, Stellan Skarsgard, Charlotte Rampling, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, Javier Bardem and Jason Momoa. Oscar Isaac, Zendaya and David Dastmalchian also star in the film. The story is set in the distant future and follows Paul Atreides (Chalamet), whose family assumes control of the desert planet Arrakis, also known as Dune. After Paul and his family are betrayed, the story explores themes of politics, religion, and man's relationship to nature, as Paul leads a rebellion to restore his family's reign. Ferguson will portray Atreides' mother, Lady Jessica, who escapes with him into the desert and helps ..

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2019 | 11:30 AM IST