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Shailene Woodley opens up about working with Meryl Streep
Believe it or not, even celebrities get star-struck and learn something new when they work with their favourite actors. Something similar happened with American actor Shailene Woodley, who was over the moon working with actor Meryl Streep.Woodley couldn't stop gushing about the Academy Award winner and reminisced working with her recently, reported Page Six.Streep stunned her co-stars on the sets of HBO's hit drama series 'Big Little Lies' by knowing way more than just her own role."She knows everyone's lines," Woodley said in an interview recently."She knows my lines and Nicole Kidman's lines and Reese Witherspoon's lines and probably the dog's bark, too," she said speaking of Streep.She added, "I'm not the same actress after working with Meryl," adding that she took notes during some particular scenes.The 27-year-old actor also appeared on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' on June 10 and opened up about working with Streep."She's so wonderfully generous and immediately ...
I don't believe in looking over my shoulder: Katrina Kaif
Katrina Kaif was bombarded with questions about replacing Priyanka Chopra in "Bharat" but now that the film is a box office success, the actor says it is a great validation for her work. Katrina said she has always believed in doing her own thing rather than constantly looking over her shoulders to check what her contemporaries were working on. "So, taking that into consideration, yes, it's a great validation and feedback. But I've always tried to maintain a philosophy in my life, which is, I'm not really looking over my shoulder to see what another person is doing," Katrina said in a group interview. "I just have to be able to answer the question to myself everyday on set: 'have you done everything that you could've done to prepare you for what happens today?' If the answer is yes, I feel content," Katrina added. The actor's casting in the film was overshadowed by the controversy over the sudden exit of Priyanka. With "Bharat" and "Zero", Katrina has been receiving a lot of love from
Reliance Entertainment, JP Films team up for 3 projects
Anil D. Ambani owned Reliance Entertainment has partnered with JP Films to develop content and produce three new projects.
Did not feel any pressure as Prabhas believes in me: 'Saaho' director Sujeeth
"Saaho" director Sujeeth says there was no pressure in collaborating with Prabhas after the mega success of "Baahubali" series as the actor trusts him. The trailer of the film, an action thriller, dropped on Thursday to positive buzz on social media. "I did not feel the pressure to direct a big star like Prabhas. He has faith in me and my work and that matters the most to me. Also, the producers and the team members showed confidence in me. But now that the film is gearing for release in few months, I can feel the pressure," Sujeeth said in a media interaction here. "Saaho" was offered to Prabhas before he became a nationwide phenomenon with "Baahubali" and its 2017 follow up. Sujeeth says Prabhas agreed to do the film immediately after reading the script. "I had the script of 'Saaho', which was ready before 'Baahubali'. I narrated him the story and he loved it." "Saaho" will mark the acting debut of Shraddha in Telugu cinema and the director says she has a solid role in the ...
Kabir Singh: Watch Kabir and Preeti fall in love in 'Kaise Hua'
Fans awaiting the release of Shahid Kapoor-starrer 'Kabir Singh' get a reason to cheer as a song 'Kaise Hua' from the film, featuring an engaging journey of love between the lead pair released on Thursday.The song traces the journey of how Kabir and Preeti fell in love. It features the actor adding a pillion to his bike for his love.The soulful melody gives an insight into the lives of the lead pair as they both set out to spend time together until they get smitten with each other.Sharing the song on Twitter, Shahid wrote, "Watch Kabir aur Preeti ko pyaar Kaise Hua."The romantic track is penned by Manoj Muntashir while sung and composed by Vishal Mishra.Other than 'Kaise Hua', makers have also dropped 'Mere Sohneya', 'Tujhe Kitna Chahne Lage', and 'Bekhayali' from the forthcoming film.The film comes as the Hindi remake of Telugu hit 'Arjun Reddy'. While the 'Padmaavat' star plays the lead character in the film, Kiara Advani, who was recently seen in Netflix's 'Lust Stories,' essays ...
Chris Hemsworth reveals he helped Tom Holland land role of this epic character
Actors Chris Hemsworth and Tom Holland are thick as thieves and Hemsworth's recent revelation is proof.Holland landed the role of Spider-Man in 2015, and it seems that his close friend had something to do with it.Hemsworth opened up about helping Holland when it came to landing the role of the iconic Marvel hero Spider-Man, reported People.The 35-year-old actor recently revealed that he made a 'phone call' in order to help his buddy become the next Peter Parker."I mean, look, we worked on In the Heart of the Sea together, obviously, then through Avengers and as they were casting him for Spider-Man, I did what I could do and made a call," Hemsworth told Entertainment Tonight at the premiere of 'Men in Black: International', as cited by People.Hemsworth continued, "I said he's one of the most talented people I've worked with and has such a big heart and appreciation."Talking about his bond with the 23-year-old star, Hemsworth added, "I don't know, we have a great friendship, it's a good
'X-Men' director Bryan Singer to pay $150,000 to settle rape claim: Report
Bryan Singer's attorney on Wednesday informed that the director will pay USD 150,000 to resolve allegations that he raped a 17-year-old boy Cesar Sanchez-Guzman in 2003."Singer has denied even knowing this individual, let alone allegedly having interacted with him more than 15 years ago," Fox quoted Singer's attorney, Andrew Brettler, an attorney at Lavely & Singer, as saying.Sanchez-Guzman filed a lawsuit against Singer in 2012 in which he alleged that the filmmaker sexually assaulted him during a yacht party in Seattle. Allegedly, Singer took the boy to a secluded area, forced him to get sexually intimate, and then raped him.However, Singer's attorney informed that the director has denied the charges and agreed to pay the amount for a business reason related to Sanchez-Guzman's bankruptcy case. Sanchez-Guzman filed for bankruptcy in 2014."The decision to resolve the matter with the bankruptcy trustee was purely a business one as litigation costs would well exceed the amount ...
Justin Bieber says he was not serious about fight challenge with Tom Cruise
Singer-songwriter Justin Bieber took the internet by storm when he challenged American actor Tom Cruise for a fight. But sorry folks, the singer will not be going up against the actor in what could have been the most epic fight ever.The 'I Don't Care' singer on Wednesday said that he was "just playing" when he challenged Cruise for a fight earlier this week.TMZ spoke to the 25-year-old singer about his tweet regarding the fight as he was exiting his wife Hailey Bieber's office in Los Angeles. When asked whether the fight was "real," Justin replied, "Nah."The Grammy award winner then revealed that he did not "know" the 'Mission Impossible' actor and explained how his tweet was random."The story is, I'd seen an interview with him and he was just on my mind. I don't know why. ... It was just a random tweet. I do that stuff sometimes," he said."I think he would probably whoop my ass in a fight. He's got that dad strength," he added.While Bieber's tweet turned out to be a joke, the singer .
Tanushree Podder's 'Boots Belts Berets' to be adapted into web series
"Boots Belts Berets" by bestselling writer Tanushree Podder is all set to be adapted into a new web series, Viacom18 Studios has announced. The media conglomerate's digital content arm Tipping Point will reconstruct Podder's novel to tell the stories of four friends -- Pessi, Bertie, Randy and Maachh -- who are thrown from their sheltered life in the whirlwind of the stringent regimen at the National Defense Army (NDA). "I am thrilled that Boots Belts Berets is being adapted into a web series. There's nothing more exciting for an author than to know that the story will be reaching many more people. It's a dream come true," Podder said. Ajit Andhare, COO, Viacom18 Studios said with their latest production, the objective was to seek out narratives that are missing in the mainstream. "With this brand-new web-series 'Boots Belts Berets', we maintain our proposition to produce standout contemporary content that will shock, awe or warm the heart," he said. Priya Kapoor of Roli Books that ..
Karan a step ahead of 'impossible' in 'Kasautii...'
Producer Ekta Kapoor on Thursday introduced actor Karan Singh Grover's role of Mr. Rishabh Bajaj, who is a fearless and bold business tycoon and thinks he is "one step ahead of impossible".
Oscar-nominated actor Sylvia Miles dies at 94
Oscar-nominated actor Slyvia Miles passed away at the age of 94 on Wednesday.Variety cited the news confirmed by her friends, journalist Michael Musto and actor Geraldine Smith. Miles died at her home in New York."She was one of my first celebrity interviews (in the 1970s) and was charismatic and career driven. She'd run up to directors at Studio 54 and say 'Hire me!' She was very proud of her two Oscar nominations," said Musto who was about to team up with Miles and Smith for an indie film.The late actor began her career as a stage artist in the 40s and 50s. She shot to fame with her film 'Midnight Cowboy' in 1969 where she was seen alongside Jon Voight and Dustin Hoffman. Her six-minute cameo in the film earned her an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress.Miles was again nominated in the same category in 1975 for 'Farewell My Lovely.' Apart from her films, Miles also made a statement with her iconic hats and outfits. It was often said of her style: "She would attend the ...
Malayalam actor Roshan Mathew in Anurag Kashyap's next film
Malayalam actor Roshan Mathew, best known for "Aanandam" and "Koode", will be playing the lead role in Anurag Kashyap's next film. Although, Kashyap has not yet announced the details of his new film, he on Thursday teased new beginnings. "New company, New Films, New beginnings... " he wrote on Twitter. Actor-director Geetu Mohandas, in Facebook post, has given more details about how Mathew came to be a part of Kashyap's film. "I'm so proud to announce that my actor and good friend, Roshan Mathew with his unbelievable performance in 'Moothon', has landed himself a beautiful project as the lead in none other than the maverick filmmaker Anurag Kashyap's latest. "The shoot commences tomorrow in Bombay. I wish you the world Roshan. This is just the beginning," she wrote. Mathew is in a pivotal role in Mohandas' feature film "Moothon", which was co-written by Kashyap. "Moothon" is currently in post-production.
Shah Rukh Khan will be the chief guest of Melbourne Indian Film Festival
Shah Rukh Khan has been invited by the government of Victoria as the chief guest for 10th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. The tenth edition of the festival will be held in Cultural City from August 8 to August 17."I am feeling very happy and honoured to be invited by the Victorian Government as a chief guest," said Shah Rukh.The festival in its tenth year has grown from a grassroots level to a government-supported festival. With many global admirers, the festival has become the largest Indian film festival of the Southern Hemisphere.Helmed by Victorian Government of Australia, the theme for this year's festival is 'courage', a speciality that is entrenched in the inclusion and diversity of Indian film business."I am particularly happy with this year's theme 'courage'. Courage is feeling that resonates with the storytellers who actually have the potential to change society and the world," said Shah Rukh."An industry of this magnitude and diversity deserve to be celebrated with ...
I get scared when critics praise my work: Salman Khan
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, whose "Bharat" has minted over Rs 150 crore at the Indian box office, says he gets scared when film critics praise his work as most of the time he gets validation of his work only from his fans who contribute to his movies' collections.
After over 15 film fests, Assamese short set to release
Assamese director Xahid Khan's short film "Mistake", which was screened at more than 15 film festivals in countries like the United Arab Emirates, Nigeria and the US, will release on Father's Day on Sunday.
Tanushree Dutta-Nana Patekar case: Police files closure report, no evidence found against actor
Mumbai police has filed a B Summary report, giving a clean chit to Nana Patekar, in connection with actor Tanushree Dutta sexual harassment case.A 'B Summary' report is filed when the police is unable to find evidence in support of the complaint filed and hence decides to discontinue the investigation.In September last year, Dutta had alleged that Patekar misbehaved with her on the sets of 'Horn Ok Please' in 2008 while shooting for a special dance number for the movie, and went on to file an FIR against the 'Welcome' star. However, Patekar refuted all allegations.Earlier in May, amid buzz that Nana had been given a clean chit by the police as no eyewitness had confirmed the incident that was reported under #MeToo, Tanushree claimed it was a false rumour.The actor issued a statement clarifying that the investigation is still going on while accusing Patekar's public relation team of spreading lies.Later Tanushree's lawyer Nitin Satpute also confirmed that it was a false rumour and ...
Former MP Rajnath Singh 'Surya' passes away; body donated to KGMU
Former BJP Rajya Sabha MP and senior journalist Rajnath Singh 'Surya' died here Thursday morning. Singh, 82, passed away at his Gomtinagar residence, sources close to the family said. He was suffering from age-related issues. His son Sunil Singh said, "My father's body will be donated to King George Medical University in Lucknow." Singh is survived by his wife, two sons and a daughter. He was born in Sultanpur district of Uttar Pradesh on May 8, 1937. Singh became a Rajya Sabha MP in November 1996, and retired in November 2002. He completed his MA from Gorakhpur University in 1960. While acquainted with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh since his childhood days, Singh came in contact with the then 'praant pracharak' of the Sangh, Bhaurao Devras years later and subsequently became a 'pracharak' himself. Singh started his journalism career with the Hindusthan Samachar, a multi-lingual news agency based in Lucknow. Later, he became the bureau chief of Aaj newspaper. In 1988, he joined ...
Power-packed teaser of 'Saaho' out now
Makers of the highly anticipated thriller 'Saaho' starring Shraddha Kapoor and South Indian superstar Prabhas just dropped the teaser of the film.The teaser is a visual treat for fans with some nail-biting action-packed sequences, amazing stunts, and witty dialogues.The one minute 39 second teaser opens with a gigantic princess idol which the 'Half Girlfriend' actor is seen gazing at feeling all alone in the world when she gets hugged by Prabhas who vows to stand by her.The film offers a variety of spine-chilling action sequences starting from the 'Baahubali' fame actor Prabhas standing at the edge of a tall building and firing bullets to performing stunts on the road on a speeding bike which will surely keep the audiences glued to their seats.Actors like Mahesh Manjrekar, Jackie Shroff, Neil Nitin Mukesh, Murli Sharma and Chunky Panday will be seen in never-before-seen avatars.Towards the end of the teaser, when Shraddha tries to attack a group of violent men, but gets fired back, ...
'New beginnings' for Anurag Kashyap
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap on Thursday announced that he is starting a new company and working on a new film, and if the rumours are anything to go by, Malayalam actor Roshan Mathew will play the lead in the movie.
Arjun's shirtless look gets Malaika to react
A shirtless photograph of Arjun Kapoor not just caught his fans' attention, but also impressed actress Malaika Arora enough to react.