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Kate Winslet, Saoirse Ronan to romance in 'Ammonite'

Stars Kate Winslet and Saoirse Ronan will play lovers in an independent historical drama "Ammonite".

I would love to do Bollywood: 'Fantastic Beasts' star

Actress Claudia Kim says she would love to crossover and explore the world of Bollywood one day.

Statue of Bhupen Hazarika unveiled at his birth place

A statue of Assamese music icon Dr Bhupen Hazarika, who brought the Northeastern region to the rest of the country through his songs, was unveiled here in Arunachal Pradesh. Bolung in Lower Dibang Valley district is the birth place of the legendary singer, composer, and film maker of Assam. Unveiling the 10.5 feet tall bronze cast statue, Arunachal Chief Minister Pema Khandu said, "Hazarika served as a bridge in uniting all the sister states of the North East and even patronised to spread the unique culture of the region to the outside world." He composed songs on each tribal communities of the state, the chief minister said. During the Chinese aggression of 1962, Dr Hazarika visited the war front at Kameng sector and wrote a song to boost the morale of the soldiers, Khandu said. Terming Hazarika as a bridge for cultural integration, he said the state government would propose to introduce Assamese as the third language in the schools of the state. "During the NEFA days, .

Emily Blunt open to play Mary Poppins again

Actor Emily Blunt says she is open to reprising her role of Mary Poppins for another film. The 35-year-old actor has taken on the iconic role in Disney's latest film "Mary Poppins Returns", which is a direct sequel to the 1964 original. In an interview with CBS, Blunt said like most superhero films, "Mary Poppins Return" should also get a sequel. "If Mary Poppins is a superhero, most superheroes have sequels," Blunt said. When asked whether she would reprise the role in another film, the actor replied, "Yes. I want to be her again. I like being her." She also described the character as "completely bizarre and unknowable". Directed by Rob Marshall, "Mary Poppins Returns" also features Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ben Whishaw, Emily Mortimer and Julie Walters. The film releases in India on January 4, 2019.

Shriya Pilgaonkar wants to focus on quality for long-lasting career

Actress Shriya Pilgaonkar says she doesnt want to make a career that lasts for a short span of time.

Bollywood makes well-packaged films, says actor-professional bodybuilder Martyn Ford

Actor and professional bodybuilder Martyn Ford, who has acted in Hollywood film "Undisputed 4", says Bollywood is good at making well-packaged films which have a great blend of emotions and entertainment. Ford believes a film should not be judged only on technical aspects. "I have recently done Hollwyood's biggest action film 'Undisputed 4' and I must say that Hollywood has the best VFX and animation technologies. But I have also seen few Bollywood movies and I feel movies does not have to be judged on action sequences. "Bollywood delivers a mix of emotions, thrill, entertainment, suspense, action and sometimes complete package of all of them," Ford told PTI. When asked about working in Hindi films, Ford said, "That would be thrilling and exciting." He will be attending Bodypower India expo, a competition between body builders, in January next year. He said, he intends to inspire and influence people to make fitness a a part of their primary lifestyle. Advocating the importance of ...

HC declines to entertain plea against censor board cuts in Tamil film

The Madras High Court has declined to entertain a Tamil film producer's plea challenging the censor board's order for cuts and change of title and names of two main characters, which bore resemblance to names of two MPs from Tamil Nadu, in his yet-to-be released movie. Directing petitioner Vaarahi to approach the Film Certification Appellate Tribunal (FACT) within two weeks, Justice M Subramaniam held that bypassing the tribunal in a routine manner was impermissible and the statutory body created under the Cinematograph Act must be respected by constitutional courts. Vaarahi, who has produced the film "Siva Manasula Pushpa", moved the court challenging the order of the Central Board of Film Certification directing 15 cuts and change of the names of two main characters in the film and also the title for grant of certification. The judge said the tribunal shall adjudicate the plea on merits and in accordance with law by affording an opportunity to the petitioner and dispose it within ...

I'm not in a hurry to become anyone: Sanya Malhotra

Actress Sanya Malhotra is in no hurry to reach "anywhere or become anyone", and says she is focusing on collaborating with "nice people" for good work.

Emily Blunt up for 'Mary Poppins Returns' sequel

Actress Emily Blunt says she is ready for a sequel to "Mary Poppins Returns".

'Delhi Bus' tribute to Nirbhaya: Director

Director Sharique Minhaj says his film "Delhi Bus" is a tribute to a young Delhi professional who came to be known as Nirbhaya after the horrific gang rape in 2012.

Short film is most challenging format: Sushant Singh

Actor Sushant Singh, whose short film "Wrong Mistake" has crossed two million views online, says it is the most challenging format in filmmaking.

Ali Abbas Zafar to shoot the last schedule of 'Bharat' next year

Filmmaker Ali Abbas Zafar on Saturday said the last schedule of his upcoming directorial venture "Bharat", featuring Salman Khan, will be filmed after the New Year. The film, also starring Katrina Kaif and Disha Patani, is an official remake of 2014 South Korean film, "Ode to My Father". Zafar took to Twitter to announce that they have completed the Delhi and Punjab schedule. "Finished with Delhi and Punjab schedules of @Bharat_TheFilm , last schedule will start in new year ...bhai ke birthday wale month mein kaun kaam karta hai... par hum edit mein lage hue hain (who works in the the birthday month of bhai but I we are busy with editing)," he wrote. The director was referring to Salman's brithday on December 27. The superstar will turn 53 this year. Salman has earlier worked with Zafar in 2016's blockbuster "Sultan" and "Tiger Zinda Hai". Produced by Atul Agnihotri's Reel Life Production Pvt Ltd and Bhushan Kumar's T- series, "Bharat" releases on Eid next year.

I love to look beyond what's expected of me: Sundeep Kishan

Telugu-Tamil actor Sundeep Kishans latest release "Next Enti" may not have performed as well as expected. But he is unfazed.

Weinstein bragged of sex with Lawrence, claims lawsuit

Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein has been hit with a lawsuit from an actress who claims he forcibly performed oral sex on her, repeatedly masturbated in front of her, and threatened to harm her career if she objected.

Ghosts of #MeToo come back to haunt Kochi-Muziris Biennale

Months after its co-founder Riyas Komu stepped down following allegations of sexual harassment, the ghosts of the #Metoo movement had come back to haunt the Kochi-Muziris Biennale with several members of the Indian art world seeking transparency on the investigation in a collective statement. After a gathering of 50 odd artists, curators, gallerists, writers, patrons, and visitors on the night of December 13 at Vasco da Gama Square here, a collective statement was read out befittingly after the Guerilla Girls performance on Friday. The artists et al gathered to address the "elephant in the room" and engage in an "open conversation about MeToo" while seeking to create a safe and proactive community and wider solidarity in the cultural sphere, without intending "to malign anyone or any institution". The need for a conversation about MeToo also became opportune as allegations of repeated sexual misconduct surfaced against high-profile contemporary artist Subodh Gupta on Thursday. One of .

Aidan Gillen to be honoured at annual Oscar Wilde Awards

Actor Aidan Gillen is set to receive an honour at the annual Oscar Wilde Awards. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the 50-year-old actor will be recognised for his work on hit series such as "Game of Thrones" and "The Wire", among others. Gillen is best known for portraying the scheming and manipulative, Lord Petyr Baelish, popularly called Littlefinger, in HBO's hit epic fantasy show "Game of Thrones". His acting credits also includes films such the "Maze Runner" series, "Bohemian Rhapsody" and BBC show "Peaky Blinders". The 14th Annual Oscar Wilde Awards will be held at director JJ Abrams's Bad Robot in Santa Monica on 21 February 2019.

Actor Rodney Kageyama dead

Actor-activist-Japanese-American community personality Rodney Kageyama has died in his sleep. He was 77.

Not curious to watch 'Manikarnika - the Queen of Jhansi': Ketan Mehta

Filmmaker Ketan Mehta, who had accused Kangana Ranaut for hijacking his dream project on freedom fighter Rani Laxmibai, says, he has "no curiosity" to watch the actor's version of the subject - "Manikarnika the Queen of Jhansi". Mehta and Kangana were supposed to team up for "Rani of Jhansi: The Warrior Queen". But she announced another film titled "Manikarnika the Queen of Jhansi" with south director Krish. When asked if he will be watching "Manikarnika..", Mehta told PTI, "There is no curiosity." The film is scheduled to release on January 25 in over 50 countries. Mehta said he is not sure if he will go back to making 'The Queen of Jhansi' again. "I don't know (about revisiting it). It has been a dream for a long, long time. I worked very hard. (But) Some experiences were rough." The director had earlier told PTI, he had approached Kangana to play the role of Rani Lakshmibai in June 2015 and the "Queen" actor had committed to doing the film then. Mehta had, in May this year, sent .

Sarah Jessica Parker downplays talks about third Sex and the City' movie

Actor Sarah Jessica Parker says she is currently not thinking about the third movie of "Sex and the City" franchise. During the New York Women in Film & Television's Muse Awards gala luncheon, the 53-year-old actor told Variety that she and her co-stars have not discussed the long-awaited threequel. "It's not something we are talking about right now. I just don't have a clue," Parker said. The first "Sex and the City" film was a major critical and commercial success. It featured Parker as Carrie Bradshaw, Cynthia Nixon as Miranda Hobbes, Kristin Davis as Charlotte York and Kim Cattrall as Samantha Jones. However, its follow-up three years later, mostly set in Abu Dhabi, had an uneven reception. The third part is stuck, mainly due to Cattrall's feud with Parker. Cattrall has time and again made it clear that she does not want to be a part of the proposed threequel.

Ali Fazal elated with positive response to 'Mirzapur'

Actor Ali Fazal is happy with the positive response to web series "Mirzapur", and says people love to watch violence onscreen.