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You're going to need therapy: Gwendoline Christie on 'Game of Thrones' final season

Actor Gwendoline Christie believes people will need to go for "therapy" after watching the much-awaited final season of "Game of Thrones". The actor, who plays Brienne of Tarth, was asked by E! News to share something about the final season. "You're going to need therapy," Christie quipped. When asked if someone dies, she replied, "I think just the show ending is going to send all of the world into professional help. "I think it's going to make me incredibly emotional. We're all emotional about the fact that this is the end, and this is the end of something incredibly significant for all of us, and it's been a truly incredible thing to be a part of." The seventh season left Brienne representing the interest of Sansa Stark during the great Dragonpit armistice meeting and seems like to have a role defending the North at Wintefell when the Army of the Dead arrives in the final season. "Game of Thrones" returns to HBO in April 2019.

Steven Yeun joins in new 'The Twilight Zone' series

"The Walking Dead" actor Steven Yeun has joined the cast of "The Twilight Zone" series. Yeun has been cast to star in an episode, titled "The Traveler", of the rebooted sci-fi anthology series. According to Entertainment Weekly, the actor joins a cast that includes John Cho , Allison Tolman, Jacob Tremblay, Kumail Nanjiani, Adam Scott and Sanaa Lathan. "Get Out" director Jordan Peele is executive producing the series and serving as the narrator/host. "The Twilight Zone" is coming to CBS All Access in 2019.

Jeffrey Dean Morgan returning to 'Supernatural' for 300th episode

Hollywood star Jeffrey Dean Morgan is returning to 'Supernatural' as John Winchester for 300th episode. Morgan appeared as the character in a total of 12 episodes beginning with the first season in 2005 through 2008. The series, starring Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles, follows the two brothers as they hunt demons, ghosts, monsters, and other supernatural beings. Winchester last appeared in the season two finale "All Hell Breaks Loose: Part 2" when he escaped through the open gate to Hell and helped his boys kill Yellow Eyes. "We're incredibly excited to have Jeffrey back for this milestone episode, and think fans will love what we have planned for his character And a few other surprise guest stars," co-showrunner Andrew Dabb said in a statement to Entertainment Weekly. Supernatural's 300th episode, titled "Lebanon", will premiere on February 7.

Joel McHale to play Starman in DC Universe's 'Stargirl'

Actor Joel McHale has been roped in to play Starman in DC Universe's "Stargirl" series. The role is being described as "Golden Age Starman" and will be a recurring one for McHale, reported Variety. "Stargirl" centres on Courteney Whitmore (Brec Bassinger), a high school sophomore who inspires an unlikely group of young heroes to stop the villains of the past. The series is from executive producers Greg Berlanti, Geoff Johns and Sarah Schechter, based on DC comic book characters created by Geoff Johns. Johns, who created the character of Stargirl in 1999 inspired by his late sister, is also set to write the premiere episode. He will also serve as showrunner. Starman is a member of the Justice Society of America. He has a mysterious anti-gravity weapon called the cosmic staff and has a longtime sidekick named Stripesy, popular as Courtney Whitmore's stepfather, Pat Dugan.

Sterling K Brown to lead Fox Searchlight's 'The Fence'

Actor Sterling K Brown is in talks to star in Fox Searchlights's biopic "The Fence". Peter Nicks is on board to direct, reported Variety. Based on the book by award-winning Boston Globe journalist Dick Lehrm, "The Fence" follows the true story of Michael Cox, an African-American undercover cop who is mistaken for a suspect and brutally beaten by his own force following one of the largest police chases in Boston history. As Cox seeks justice for what happened, he finds himself on the other side of the "blue wall of silence" as the Boston Police Department aggressively covers it up. George Pelecanos and Dennis Lehane, who originally brought the book to HBO before it landed at Searchlight, teamed up to adapt the script. While a production start date has not yet been officially finalised, it would likely happen when Brown is on a break from his hit NBC show "This Is Us" early next year.

Let's get together: Kanye West to Bob Dylan

Seems like American rapper Kanye West wants to collaborate with the famed guitarist Bob Dylan for his next album.Taking to his official Twitter handle, the 'Ye' star reached out to the artist, where he tweeted, "Calling out to Bob Dylan Let's get together."Unfortunately, Dylan does not have a Twitter. So it is unclear if he got the message.Kanye's straightforward reach to famous people has become a hallmark of his Twitter as earlier this year, he said he would like to meet Tim Cook, Apple's CEO, because he 'had some ideas.'On the work front, Kanye, who has previously collaborated with Paul McCartney, is prepping for his upcoming album-Yandhi.The 41-year-old was recently in Paris with wife Kim Kardashian West. They returned to Paris two years after being robbed here.

Chris Pratt, Tom Holland, Octavia Spencer to voice Pixar's 'Onward'

Hollywood stars Chris Pratt, Tom Holland, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and Octavia Spencer have been tapped to voice for "Onward", Pixar's next original film. "Monster University" helmer Dan Scanlon is directing "Onward". According to Variety, he has re-teamed with producer Kori Rae, who also produced "Monsters University". Pixar had previously referred to the film as an untitled suburban fantasy. The story follows two teenage elf brothers who embark on an extraordinary quest to discover if there is still magic left in the world. It is scheduled to be released on March 6, 2020. "At Pixar we try to create stories that come from some kind of personal truth. This film was inspired by my own relationship with my brother," Scanlon said. Pixar's next movie to hit the theatres is "Toy Story 4", on June 21, 2019.

Aaron Sorkin's 'Trial of the Chicago 7' put on hold

Actor Aaron Sorkin's "The Trial of the Chicago 7" has been put on hold by Amblin Entertainment. Sorkin is currently busy with his play "To Kill a Mockingbird". In a statement Amblin said they are still involved and are giving Sorkin time to finish the work on his play. "Aaron just adapted 'To Kill a Mockingbird', which is premiering on Broadway this Thursday. He is currently evaluating his schedule and commitments to determine the best time and way to make 'The Trial of the Chicago 7'. Amblin remains involved as a producer," the studio said in a statement. The film is based on the infamous 1969 trial of seven men charged by the federal government with conspiracy, arising from the counterculture protests in Chicago at the 1968 Democratic National Convention. The trial transfixed the nation and sparked a conversation intended to undermine the US government. The studio had been trying to get the film into production for more than a decade, with Paul Greengrass and even Amblin CEO Steven .

Megan Mullally to host SAG Awards

"Will & Grace" star Megan Mullally has been roped in to host the 25th edition of the SAG Awards. According to Variety, the awards night will be held on January 27 at the Shrine Auditorium in here. "We are delighted to have the talented, warm and funny Megan Mullally to host the SAG Awards Silver Anniversary. This is a very special year, and we are all looking forward to a memorable show," said executive producer Kathy Connell. Mullally said, "As a frustrated casting director and full-on fangirl of great actors everywhere, I'm over the moon to be a part of the SAG Awards 25th Anniversary." Kristen Bell performed the emcee duties this year as the first-ever host of the ceremonies. The SAG Awards, which has a two-hour run time, will air live on TBS and TNT.

Girls just wanna have fun: Kareena, Priyanka to grace 'Koffee' finale

From an exciting combination of guests to all the rapid fires, 'Koffee with Karan' has it all. This time the season finale of the chat show will be graced by the extraordinary pair -- Kareena Kapoor Khan and Priyanka Chopra Jonas.The host of the chat show, Karan Johar took to his official Instagram handle and shared a sizzling hot snap of the three posing for the camera."Girls just wanna have fun!!!! #seasonfinale #koffeewithkaran @priyankachopra #kareenakapoorkhan," read his caption.Looking her royal best, Kareena donned a shiny red dress with soft curls and dewy makeup rounded her look while PeeCee looked stunning in a yellow cold shoulder top with high waist pants. She tied her hair in a ponytail and completed her look with the minimal makeup and statement earrings.The upcoming episode of the sixth season of 'Koffee with Karan' will witness the bromance of Bollywood's leading superstars Vicky Kaushal and Ayushmann KhurranaAmong other stars who have appeared so far on the talk show,

Kapil Sharma, Ginni Chatrath marry in Jalandhar

Star comedian Kapil Sharma married his lady love Ginni Chatrath here at a traditional Punjabi ceremony, which was enlivened by popular singer Gurdas Maan.

'Ben Is Back': Enthralling yet poignant (IANS Review, Rating: ****)

Film: "Ben Is Back"; Director: Peter Hedges; Cast: Julia Roberts, Lucas Hedges, Courtney B. Vance, Kathryn Newton, Rachel Bay Jones, David Zaldivar, Alexandra Park, Mia Fowler, Jakari Fraser; Rating: ****

'The Possession of Hannah Grace': Lacks substance! (IANS Review, Rating: **)

Film: "The Possession of Hannah Grace"; Director: Diederik van Rooijen; Cast: Shay Mitchell, Grey Damon, Kirby Johnson, Nick Thune, Louis Herthum, Stana Katic, Max McNamara, Jacob Ming-Trent, James A. Watson; Rating: **

Yogi should tell caste of all other deities: Akhilesh Yadav

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath should disclose the caste of other deities too, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav has said, while referring to Yogi's 'Hanuman-Dalit' remark."He is telling the caste of deities which is a good thing. As of now he has disclosed the caste of a few deities only, but he should tell the caste of all other deities, which will make us understand which deity is of our caste so that we may ask for blessings from the God of our caste only," said Yadav.During campaigning for recently concluded Assembly elections in Rajasthan, Chief Minister Adityanath in a poll rally at Alwar had said that Lord Hanuman was a Dalit. "Hanuman was a forest dweller, deprived and a Dalit. Bajrang Bali worked to connect all Indian communities together, from north to south and east to west," he had said.Yadav said that the Samajwadi Party does the politics of development and the real issues are of farmers as they are committing suicide under stress.

Goa: Man dies after bike collides with Zareen Khan's vehicle

A man died after his two-wheeler allegedly rammed into a vehicle owned by Bollywood actor Zareen Khan in Goa's Anjuna on Wednesday evening.Zareen made her screen debut in the 2010 Anil Sharma's period film 'Veer' opposite Salman Khan.She came to limelight and garnered recognition from her item number "Character Dheela" in 'Ready'.The actor recently appeared in Vikram Bhatt directed horror movie '1921'.

My wife always gives 100% to whatever she does: Ranveer

Actor Ranveer Singh says he is extremely proud of his wife and actress Deepika Padukone who always gives her 100 per cent to whatever she does.

Deepika or Aishwarya, who wore this Sabyasachi outfit better?

With the world becoming a smaller place with each passing day, outfits get repeated from time to time. However, it seems like celebrities trust Deepika Padukone's fashion sense when it to dressing up for important occasions.Earlier this month, 'Queen Bee' Beyonce recreated Bollywood's reigning queen Deepika's look from the Cannes. And today, Aishwarya Rai donned the same red saree that the 'Padmavat' actor wore for Sabyasachi, in October this year.While fashion face-offs have become extremely common these days, sometimes It becomes difficult to judge who wore the outfit better.Aishwarya donned the stunning blood red saree to Isha Ambani's wedding today and the actor completely owned the look! Hair tied in a bun using gajra, the actor completed the look with a heavy gold neck piece and earrings.Deepika, on the other hand, wore the same saree in October, possibly for a Sabyasachi photo shoot. She coupled it with a traditional choker necklace and matching earrings.Let's just say that the

Art elevates man from animal status: Vijayan

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Wednesday said that art is necessary for a man to be elevated from the status of an animal.

Tawde hands over Vajpayee condolence motions to kin

Maharashtra minister Vinod Tawde Wednesday handed over the condolence motions adopted by the state cabinet and the legislature, mourning the demise of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, to the adopted daughter of the late leader in New Delhi. A statement issued by Tawde said the condolence motion of the state cabinet and the one passed by the legislature along with the copies of the speeches made by leaders of different political parties were personally delivered to Vajpayee's adopted daughter Namita Bhattacharya and her husband Rajan Bhattacharya. Normally condolence motion copies are delivered to the families by post. On the occasion, Namita Bhattacharya recalled Vajpayee's close association with Mumbai, where he used to watch Marathi plays at Shivaji Mandir, and also his friendship with Pandit Bhimsen Joshi and composer Sudhir Phadke.

Vijayan announces new Design Biennale in 2021

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Wednesday announced a new Design Biennale slated to be held in Kochi in 2021. He was speaking at the opening of the fourth edition of the Kochi-Muziris Biennale (KMB), touted to be the subcontinent's biggest art event featuring works by 94 Indian and international artists. "After the next edition of the Biennale (KMB in 2020), there will be a Design Biennale in Kochi," Vijayan said. Based on the curatorial theme of 'Possibilities for a Non-Alienated Life', the 108-day-long art extravaganza, curated by artist Anita Dube this year, seeks to explore newer access to art practices amid seminars, workshops, lectures, cinema and performances. Vijayan said the government continued to support the Kochi Biennale despite the devastating floods that ravaged the state earlier this year, because art was an important aspect of an individual life. "The government has been spearheading the rebuilding of the state, but we have not gone back on the grant for the