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'AndhaDhun' top Indian movie of 2018: IMDb
Ayushmann Khurrana and Tabu-starrer "AndhaDhun", an edge-of-the-seat thriller about a blind pianist, has made it as the top Indian movie of 2018, as determined by IMDb customer ratings.
Jonah Hill supports Lady Gaga over viral '100 people in a room' quote
Jonah Hill has defended actor-singer Lady Gaga, who was subjected to memes and jokes online for her repetitive answers during the festival season. Gaga, 32, was savagely roasted for using variations of the same phrase -- "There could be 100 people in a room, and 99 don't believe in you. But all it takes is one" -- over and over again during the "A Star Is Born" press tour. According to Vulture, 34-year-old Hill batted for Gaga and praised her ability to give sincere answers during a GQ Live talk. "When it (memes and jokes) was going around, I think it was from a place of mean intent," the actor said. "But I thought to myself, damn, she really is an incredible actor. She's delivering those same talking points every night and making them sound new. That's acting," he added. Hill is currently promoting his directorial debut Mid90s", a coming-of-age comedy-drama starring Katherine Waterston, Lucas Hedges and Sunny Suljic.
Juliette Binoche named jury president of 2019 Berlin Film Festival
Actor Juliette Binoche has been announced as the jury president for the main competition of 2019 Berlin Film Festival. The announcement was made by the festival organisers in a statement posted on its website. "I'm very pleased that Juliette is president of the 2019 International Jury. The festival shares a strong connection with her, and I'm very happy that she'll be returning to the festival in this distinguished position," Dieter Kosslick, Director of the Berlinale, said. Binoche, 54, is best known for her critically-acclaimed performances in films like "The Night Is Young", "Three Colours: Blue", "Breaking and Entering", "Flight of the Red Balloon", "Certified Copy" and "Clouds of Sils Maria", among others. She won an Oscar for best supporting actress in 1997 for her performance as French-Canadian nurse Hana in Anthony Minghella's "The English Patient", which also featured Ralph Fiennes and Kristin Scott Thomas. The actor had also won Berlinale Silver Bear for best actress for the
I end up withholding much more than telling: Writer S. Hussain Zaidi
Between exploring the complex labyrinth of India's criminal underbelly and narrating it to curious readers through his gritty books on dons and mafia queens, there's a lot that writer S. Hussain Zaidi still ends up not telling.
'Doctor Strange' director Scott Derrickson returning for sequel
Director Scott Derrickson is all set to return to helm the sequel to his smash-hit Marvel Studios film "Doctor Strange". According to The Hollywood Reporter, the 52-year-old director has quietly finalised a deal with Marvel for the film's sequel. "Sherlock" star Benedict Cumberbatch had portrayed the eponymous superhero in Derrickson's 2016 film. The actor later reprised the role in Marvel Cinematic Universe's "Thor: Ragnarok" and "Avengers: Infinity War". Cumberbatch is expected to return for the sequel to the original. The story follows a talented neurosurgeon, Dr Stephen Strange, who, after a tragic car accident, must put ego aside and learn the secrets of a hidden world of mysticism and alternate dimensions. Actors Rachel McAdams and Benedict Wong, who played surgeon Christine Palmer and Master Wong respectively in the first part, are also expected to be back for the sequel. The studio also has started searching for a writer to pen the sequel. Derrickson had co-written the ...
George RR Martin promises to finish off 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series
George RR Martin has promised his fans a closure in the form of final "A Song of Ice and Fire" books. The epic fantasy series, which served as the basis for HBO's multiple award winning show "Game of Thrones", awaits the final two books -- "The Winds of Winter" and "A Dream of Spring" -- that the author had announced long back but has not yet penned. The 70-year-old author wrote a post on his official blog, promoting the recently published spin-off book "Fire and Blood", and assured the fans that he will finish off the "A Song of Ice and Fire" saga. "I know you want Winds, and I am going to give it to you but I am delighted that you stayed with me for this one as well. Your patience and unflagging support means the world to me. Enjoy the read. Me, I am back in my fortress of solitude, and back in Westeros," Martin wrote. "It won't be tomorrow, and it won't be next week, but you will get the end of A Song of Ice and Fire," he added. The author asked that while they wait for the final ..
Any type of encouragement means world to me: Janhvi Kapoor
Actress Janhvi Kapoor, who made her Hindi film debut with "Dhadak", said that any type of encouragement meant the world to her.
Save the Cat! Announces First Screenplay Competition, New Software, and CMO Hire
/ -- Save the Cat!, the "go to" in story structure development for screenwriters, authors, filmmakers, and studio execs, announces its first screenplay competition, the launch of Save the Cat! 4.0 software, and the hiring of Chief Marketing Officer, Jason Kolinsky, to lead the brand's growing initiativesall coming off the heels of its new #1 release on Amazon, Save the Cat! Writes a Novel. "Save the Cat! is part of creative culture. It's the shared language between the writer, the reader, and the decision maker. As a result, we are excited to expand the brand from a series of bestselling books to a suite of products and services," says Kolinsky. "The Save the Cat! Screenplay Challenge is a global competition that delivers meaningful feedback to ALL participants. Every script receives 50 points of feedback based on Blake Snyder's 50-question Greenlight Checklist, found in Blake's third book, Save the Cat! Strikes Back," explains Kolinsky. "We are inspired by the articles we've read on .
Haven't seen disciplined human being, artist like Salman Khan: Sunil Grover
Actor Sunil Grover, who will be next seen in Ali Abbas Zafar's directorial "Bharat", has said that he has not seen a disciplined human being and artist like Salman Khan in the film industry.
#MeToo: IFTDA suspends Sajid Khan
The Indian Film and Television Directors' Association has suspended filmmaker Sajid Khan for one year over complaints of sexual harassment against him.The 48-year-old was accused of sexual harassment by three women, namely actor Rachel White, assistant director Saloni Chopra and journalist Karishma Upadhyay. The three opened up about their heart-wrenching ordeals on their respective social media handles."The Committee investigated the complaints in the spirit of POSH Act. The allegations in the complaints are serious instances of sexual harassment and abuse of power by Sajid Khan," said IFTDA.They also stated that even after given an opportunity to put forth his defense, Sajid didn't give any explanation. In reference to Sajid's earlier interview, IFTDA also said that Sajid exposed his real self and admitted to being abusive and disrespectful towards women.Sajid stepped down as the director of upcoming comedy-drama 'Housefull 4' after the allegations and was replaced by Farhad Samji. .
Pratt has lost weight with intermittent fasting
Actor Chris Pratt says intermittent fasting has helped him to lose a little weight.
Never thought I'd play mother so soon: Tanvi Dogra
Actress Tanvi Dogra, who started off her television career with "Jiji Maa" last year, says she had never thought that she would have to play a mother so soon on the small screen.
Janhvi Kapoor honoured by Norwegian Consulate
Actress Janhvi Kapoor was on Tuesday presented "Arts Stjerneskudd" (Shooting Star of the Year) award by the Royal Norwegian Consulate here.
BBC stands by its 2017 Kaziranga killings expose
BBC's Director General Tony Hall on Tuesday said that the network stands by its 2017 expose of extrajudicial killings by rangers in Kaziranga National Park and that the organisation's previous letters to the Indian government do not constitute an apology.
'Simmba' poses with Indian Navy officers
With 'Simmba' just a few days away from its release, the team is leaving no stone unturned to promote the film in every nook and corner.The male lead of the film, Ranveer Singh, posted a picture on social media where he and director Rohit Shetty can be seen striking a pose with Indian Navy officers.Taking to his Instagram account, the actor shared pictures of himself and Shetty posing alongside the brave men and women of the Indian Navy. In the pictures, the two can be seen aboard a military sea vessel.In one of the pictures, the powerhouse of Bollywood can be seen striking a pose with a few armed Navy men.Directed by Rohit Shetty and produced by Karan Johar, the film is scheduled to release on December 28.While teasers from the film have kept the audience waiting for its release, a peppy dance number from the film titled 'Aankh Marey' is keeping fans on their toes and has already garnered 55 million views on YouTube.
TN govt hikes subsidy to Chennai International Film Festival
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister K Palaniswami Tuesday announced a hike in the annual subsidy for the 16th Edition of Chennai International Film Festival scheduled to be held this week, from Rs 50 lakh to 75 lakh. According to an official release, Palaniswami issued orders to increase the subsidy for the film festival this year, to Rs 75 lakh. At a function held at the Secretariat, Palaniswami presented the cheque to Indo Cine Appreciation Foundation, general secretary E Thangaraj, the organisers of the event. Information and publicity minister 'Kadambur' Raju, chief secretary Girija Vaidyanathan and senior government officials were present on the occasion, the release added. Till date, the state government has presented Rs 3.25 crore as subsidy for conducting film festivals in the city. For the ninth edition of the Chennai International Film Festival in 2011, the state government had announced an annual subsidy of Rs 25 lakh which was later enhanced to Rs 50 lakh till 2017, the
Obama extends tour as sales for 'Becoming' top 3 million
Sales for Michelle Obama's memoir have topped 3 million and the former first lady is extending her book tour into 2019. Becoming," published four weeks ago, is among the fastest-selling nonfiction books in history and already among the best-selling political memoirs of all time. ive Nation and Crown Publishing announced Tuesday that Obama will have 21 events next year, six of them in Europe. She has been appearing at such arenas as New York City's Barclays Center and Chicago's United Center, with guest interviewers including Oprah Winfrey and Reese Witherspoon. er tour is now scheduled to end May 12 at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tennessee.
Kiara Advani excited over special appearance in 'Kalank'
Actress Kiara Advani is excited about her special appearance in Abhishek Varman's period drama "Kalank".
Queen's 'Bohemian Rhapsody' named most-streamed song from 20th century
Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" has become the world's most-streamed song from the 20th century, four decades after the number was first recorded. The single, which inspired the title of the recent Rami Malek-starrer Freddie Mercury biopic, is also the most-streamed classic rock song of all time, a release on the official page of the British rock band said quoting Universal Music Group. The original song and official video for Bohemian Rhapsody, taken from the group's 1975 album "A Night at the Opera", has surpassed 1.6 billion streams globally across all major streaming services. "So the River of Rock Music has metamorphosed into streams! Very happy that our music is still flowing to the max!," Brian May, Queen's guitarist, and a founding member said. "Bohemian Rhapsody" is considered one of the greatest songs ever recorded. In 2004, the song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame and Freddie Mercury's vocal performance was named by the readers of Rolling Stone magazine as the best in
Two Islamic extremists arrested for plotting to kill Bangladeshi filmmaker
Two members of Islamic extremist group Ansarullah Bangla Team were arrested Tuesday for allegedly plotting to kill prominent Bangladeshi actor and filmmaker Khijir Hayat Khan. Members of Counter-Terrorism and Transnational Crime unit (CTTC) of Dhaka Metropolitan Police arrested Md Emdadul Islam alias Mehedi Hasan and Abu Bakar from Dhaka's Banani area early Tuesday morning, police said. Police said the two belonged to homegrown militant outfit Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT), blamed for a series of murders of secular activists, writers and bloggers since 2013, the Daily Star reported. The group is believed to be linked with Al-Qaeda in the Indian Sub-continent (AQIS). The ABT men created a group on Telegram messenger app and contacted with each other to plan the murder of Hayat, one of the script writers Mr Bangladesh', a film about thwarting terrorists that hit cinemas last month. The two also visited Hayat's village in Cumilla several times to murder him, the CTTC members claimed.