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Film industry delegation meets Modi in Mumbai
A delegation representing the Indian film and entertainment industry met Prime Minister Narendra Modi here on Monday, and pitched for lower and uniform rates of GST for the fraternity.
Brad Pitt defends himself
Actor Brad Pitt has come out to defend himself against claims that he helped Hurricane Katrina victims for good press.
Netflix faces defamation for 'Making a Murderer'
A retired detective has sued Netflix and the filmmakers of hit series and Emmy award winner "Making a Murderer" for defamation.
'Village Rockstars' out of race; Indian connect remains with 'Period. End of Sentence'
Assamese movie "Village Rockstars", India's official entry for the best Foreign Language Film category at the 91st Academy Awards, is out of the race, but the Indian connect remains with "Period. End of Sentence".
There's nothing I love more than directing: Kangana on her directorial debut with 'Manikarnika'
Actor Kangana Ranaut, who is making a controversial directorial debut with "Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi" after its director Radha Krishna Jagarlamudi left the project, says she loved sweating it out like a technician on the film. At the trailer launch of the film, Kangana said she loved being out in the sun and would swap the luxuries of a star for a seat behind the camera without any hesitation. "I don't know what is it about me but I really love working as a technician. No actor wants to be out in the sun as opposed to being in the AC van. No actor wants to be among 80 sweaty people who are asking you 100 questions. "I don't know what is it about me that I am so comfortable in this job. There is nothing I love more than directing. Even though I don't get to wear make-up or look like my star self or get any special treatment. It is absolutely a worker's life to be honest, but there's something so amazing about this job that I don't know why people even consider this a job. It is
Film industry delegation meets PM, pitches for uniform GST rates
A delegation from the film and entertainment fraternity met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday and asked for lower and uniform Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates for the industry.The delegation also called for development of Mumbai as the global entertainment capital through various initiatives and proactive approaches. The group comprised of producers and CEOs of companies in the industry.Expressing their strong support towards Prime Minister Modi's vision for making India a five trillion dollar economy, the delegation gave an overview of the vast growth potential of the media and entertainment industry in India, and said that this sector is poised to contribute in a significant way towards this goal.In his response, the Prime Minister said, "The Indian entertainment industry enjoys immense popularity across the world. It is one of the key elements of India's rising soft power status, globally."He also assured that the Union Government is supportive of the media and ...
Deepika celebrates 3 years of Mastani
Remembering the blockbuster 'Bajirao Mastani', Deepika Padukone is getting nostalgic about her role as Mastani in the 2015 film.Bollywood's leading lady personified beauty, grace, and strength as she essayed the role of Mastani. As the film clocks three years today, the 32-year-old actor took to social media to give a shoutout to one of her strongest characters till date.Taking to her Instagram account, Deepika wrote," celebrating her grace, strength & courage... #3YearsOfMastani" and also posted the character's photo alongside.From learning sword fighting as a warrior to practising Kathak, Deepika left no stone unturned to excel at her role.Over the years, Deepika has delivered strong performances with characters like Veronica in 'Cocktail' where she was a fierce and independent girl, a doting daughter and self-independent working woman in 'Piku,' dedicated and sincere Naina in 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani,' courageous and decisive as Leela in 'Ram Leela' and symbol of strength and .
Directing is like a worker's life, says Kangana Ranaut
Kangana Ranaut, who took over the reigns as director of her forthcoming film "Manikarnika - The Queen of Jhansi", says directing a film is like leading a worker's life, but she had fun while she was at it.
Supriya Pilgaonkar joins 'Ishqbaaaz...'
Actress Supriya Pilgaonkar will play a police commissioner in the show "Ishqbaaaz - Pyaar Ki Ek Dhinchaak Kahaani", which also stars Nakuul Mehta and Manjiri Pupala.
'Manikarnika' looks like bits from a Bhansali product
Finally it comes. The trailer of the beleaguered historical "Manikarnika - The Queen Of Jhansi" brings to us a furious, ferocious and feral Kangana Ranaut, who tells the 'gora log', "We both want Jhansi. But you want to rule. I want to serve."
Mark Hamill celebrates 40 years of marriage with Marilou
"Star Wars" actor Mark Hamill expressed his love for his wife Marilou on social media on their 40th wedding anniversary.
'Elementary' to end after season 7
"Elementary", a modern-day Sherlock Holmes and John Watson drama, will end its run with its upcoming 13-episode seventh season.
Newcomer to play lead actress in 'Ek Thi Rani...'
Manul Chudasma will make her acting debut as Rani in the upcoming TV show "Ek Thi Rani, Ek Tha Raavan".
Young mountaineer Urvi Patil debuts in 'Dear Molly'
Urvi Patil, a 10-year-old mountaineer from Goa, is making her Bollywood debut with National Award-winning filmmaker and scriptwriter Gajendra Ahires upcoming film "Dear Molly".
Over $1bn in EB-5 capital fully repaid by CanAm Enterprises
CanAm Enterprises ("CanAm"), a leader in job-creating EB-5 Visa financing, has repaid its 2,000th investor-family - pushing the amount of fully-repaid investment capital over the USD 1 billion mark.The successful project that propelled CanAm past the USD 1 billion plateau its 36th EB-5 partnership, which was repaid on time and in full on November 7."We have pioneered many EB-5 milestones, but this one gives us particular pride. It highlights the sincerity of our goal to protect our investors' best interest - and our success in doing so," said CanAm President and Chief Executive Officer Tom Rosenfeld.The latest fully repaid investment was a USD 125 million loan through the CanAm Los Angeles Regional Center. The cash infusion was used to fund film and television productions in a targeted employment area located in Los Angeles County. A significant amount of California-based productions relocates to other states, or to Canada, where there are greater financial incentives, including film .
Kangana looks fierce as 'Rani Laxmibai' in 'Manikarnika' trailer
The trailer of Kangana Ranaut starrer 'ManikarnikaThe makers of the film shared the video on their Twitter handle, writing, "Experience and relive the proudest chapter in our history. Presenting the epitome of a warrior, a mother and a Queen, #ManikarnikaTrailer out now."The intriguing trailer takes the audience on an unforgettable journey of the fierce queen Rani Laxmibai's world. The three minute-twenty second long trailer looks impressive and also showcases Kangana's warrior skills and her character is enhanced with some powerful dialogue delivery. Kangana completely owns the character of Rani Laxmibai in the film. After getting married, Kangana, as Laxmibai, does everything to protect the people of Jhansi from the British enemies.The trailer also delves deep into the story and introduces other characters in the film including Danny Denzongpa, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Jisshu Sengupta, Atul Kulkarni, Ankita Lokhande. The trailer packs some extraordinary action stunts and magnificent ...
Ansel Elgort all set to star in 'The Great High School Imposter'
American actor Ansel Elgort is all set to treat his fans with the upcoming film titled 'The Great High School Imposter'.The movie is based on a Daniel Riley GQ Magazine article that published this year about Artur Samarin, a young Ukranian man who posed as a teenager so he could be adopted by a couple in a small town in Pennsylvania and became the top student in his high school, reported Variety.Samarin was about five years older than he claimed to be and his adopted parents later turned him into the concerned authorities.Screenwriter Mike Makowsky is adapting the script for the drama. Jeremy Steckler of Conde Nast Entertainment is producing. Makowsky, Elgort, and Emily Gerson Saines will be the executive producers.Elgort has previously starred in films including 'The Fault in Our Stars', 'Baby Driver', 'Jonathan'.The 24-year-old actor has two other movies in his kitty including Steven Spielberg's upcoming musical, 'West Side Story' and 'The Goldfinch', an adaptation of the Donna ...
'Period. End of Sentence' India-set drama around menstruation makes it to Oscars shortlist
Rural India-set drama around menstruation, "Period. End of Sentence", has made it to the 91st Academy Awards shortlist in the Documentary Short Subject category. Award winning filmmaker Rayka Zehtabchi has directed the short film, which has been produced by Guneet Monga's Sikhya Entertainment. Monga said she was happy with the recognition and wants the film to make it to the top five. "It is a surreal feeling. I feel so proud and excited. I would say it is just a great intention being rewarded. I hope we make it to the top five, but even this recognition is great," the producer told PTI. The film came to being as a part of The Pad Project, started by students at the Oakwood School in Los Angeles and their teacher, Melissa Berton. The documentary feature, is set in Hapur village outside Delhi, where women lead a quiet revolution as they fight against the deeply rooted stigma of menstruation. For generations, these women did not have access to sanitary pads, which lead to health issues .
Shortlists for Oscars in nine categories announced
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced shortlists in consideration for the 91st Oscars in nine categories, weeks before the nominations in other categories go live. Nominations for the awards will be announced on Tuesday, January 22, 2019. The Oscars will be held on Sunday, February 24, 2019, at the Dolby Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center in Hollywood. Semi-finalists in Documentary Feature, Documentary Short Subject, Foreign Language Film, Makeup and Hairstyling, Music (Original Score), Music (Original Song), Animated Short Film, Live Action Short Film and Visual Effects are as follows: DOCUMENTARY FEATURE Charm City Communion Crime + Punishment Dark Money The Distant Barking of Dogs Free Solo Hale County This Morning, This Evening Minding the Gap Of Fathers and Sons On Her Shoulders RBG Shirkers The Silence of Others Three Identical Strangers Won't You Be My Neighbor? DOCUMENTARY SHORT SUBJECT Black Sheep End Game Lifeboat Los Comandos
Bollywood delegation meets PM in Mumbai
A delegation of Bollywood producers and actors Tuesday called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on one-day visit to Maharashtra, at Raj Bhavan here to discuss the issues being faced by the Indian film industry. Producers Ritesh Sidhwani, Karan Johar, Sidharth Roy Kapur, the president of the Film Producers Guild, Rakesh Roshan, Ronnie Screwwala, Prasoon Joshi, the chairman of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) were part of the delegation. Also present at the occasion were actors cum producers Akshay Kumar and Ajay Devgan, sources said. The delegation discussed issues pertaining to the film world with the Prime Minister, they said. This was the second meeting of the film-makers with the prime minister since October 24 this year. Film makers led by Ritesh Sidhwani, along with actor Aamir Khan, had met the PM for the first time in October. Indian film industry, which churns out over 1000 films a year, is not just the biggest film industry in the world, but .