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Don't need to empower women, just don't suppress them: Kangana
For actress Kangana Ranaut, who is bringing Rani Laxmibai's story to the big screen with "Manikarnika", her female co-stars are crucial to the biopic. A firm believer of women power, she says people need to stop suppressing them.
Aniston likes watching TV naked
Actress Jennifer Aniston says she is a fan of watching TV nude.
Case filed against 'Kedarnath' in UP court
A case has been filed in a local court at Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh against the Bollywood flick "Kedarnath", which is set against the backdrop of the 2013 flash floods.
Here's how Lopez, Leah Remini first met
Actress Leah Remini has opened up about how her friendship with singer-actress Jennifer Lopez first emerged.
Happy to bring 'Kaifi aur Main' to Kolkata next year: Shabana
Veteran actor Shabana Azmi says she is excited to bring 'Kaifi aur Main' to Kolkata next year, the acclaimed play on the life and times of her father, renowned Urdu poet Kaifi Azmi. "I am very happy to enact in the play 'Kaifi Aur Main' here, based on his life, and having elements like humour, romance, social commitment and valour. I play the mother's role in the play, while Javed Akhtar saab enacts Kaifi's role," she told reporters. "We have already hosted 300 shows of the play all over the world and got standing ovation everywhere," the 68-year old actor, who has done over 100 films, said. She said there will be a three-day celebration from January 16-18 in Kolkata, as part of the 100th birth anniversary year of Kaifi Azmi (January 14, 1919). "Kaifi Azmi had spent a considerable part of his life (in Kolkata) and got inspiration for many of his poems," the actor said. Similar celebratory functions will be held in different cities of India, as well as in US, England and .
Nicki Minaj, Kenneth Petty make their relationship Insta official
Nicki Minaj and Kenneth Petty have seemingly confirmed their romance with Minaj's recent Instagram pictures.Over the weekend, the rapper made her relationship with Petty Instagram official. The 'Barbie Dreams' star posted a series of photos and videos from her birthday getaway, including a photo that showed her cuddling up with him.The 36-year-old rapper posted a picture in which she can be seen wrapping her arms and leg around him. She also shared a separate click of him looking off into the distance. Minaj captioned the post as, "Did you ever make it out of that town where nothing ever happens?...it's no secret.that both of us.are running out of time."Petty also shared the same photo of himself getting cozy with Nicki on his Instagram account.This wasn't the first time Minaj had posted a picture of Petty. The two had sparked romance rumours last month after the 'Bang Bang' rapper shared a photo of the duo hanging out.Although, some of Minaj's fans have expressed concern over her new
Jordan arrests journalists over 'offensive' Jesus image
Jordan on Monday arrested a publisher and an editor at a news website over an image of Jesus deemed "offensive" to Christians, a judicial source said. Mohammed al-Wakeel, who runs the Al Wakeel News website, was accused along with an editor of inciting sectarian strife, a charge that could land them in jail for between six months and three years. The website had earlier published a retouched version of Leonardo da Vinci's 15th-century mural painting of "The Last Supper" that sparked widespread controversy on social media. The original painting, which depicts Jesus' final meal with his disciples ahead of his crucifixion, is highly symbolic to Christians. The altered version shows celebrity Turkish chef Nusret Gokce, who goes by the name Salt Bae, standing behind Jesus and doing his famous salt-sprinkling gesture. One of the disciples has Jesus's face tattooed on his leg. Following the outcry online, Wakeel apologised and removed the image, saying it was an unintended "mistake" by a ...
GoM formed post #MeToo movement holds first meeting
A group of ministers formed in the wake of the #MeToo movement to strengthen the legal and institutional frameworks to prevent sexual harassment at workplace held its first meeting Monday. Although the issues discussed in the meeting were kept confidential, sources at the Women and Child Development Ministry said Union minister Maneka Gandhi pushed for strengthening the National Commission for Women (NCW). The group of ministers (GoM) is headed by Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh. Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari, Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Gandhi, the Women and Child Development Minister, are its other members. According to sources, except Gadkari, who is not in the city, all other ministers participated in the meeting. They said two more such meetings would be held wherein the GoM would recommend action required for effective implementation of the existing provisions as well as strengthening these frameworks for addressing issues related to sexual harassment
Five held on charges of abduction of Tamil actor and wife
Five people, including a financier, were arrested early Monday on charges of abducting and holding Tamil film actor Srinivasan and his wife in captivity at a private bungalow here, police said. The arrests were made following a complaint from the couple's daughter that her parents were taken by the gang to Udhagamandalam to recover Rs one crore which they had reportedly taken as loan from the financier. As police began searching for Srinivasan, popularly known as 'Power Star', the abductors released him two days ago and kept his wife in their custody, police said. They released the wife later. The gang brought the couple here to forcibly take over the bungalow in the wife's name to recover the money, according to police. However, as the price of the building was very low, they threatened the couple, they said. The arrested gang members were taken to Chennai for further questioning, police added.
Hunger, malnutrition issues in India can't be solved overnight: Chef Vikas Khanna
Michelin star chef Vikas Khanna, who features in a digital film which captures a social experiment to highlight the issue of hunger amongst children, says everyone needs to come forward to help battle the hunger and malnutrition problems faced by the underprivileged in the country.
Dilip Kumar to welcome 96th birthday among close friends, family
His movement is limited, diet is restricted and he recognises only a few close ones. But as he turns 96 on Tuesday, Bollywood legend Dilip Kumar continues to get the love of his fans who have embraced his prolific performances in a glorious career that has earned such epithets like Indian cinema's 'Kohinoor' and 'Tragedy King'.
RED FM introduces its newest RJ - Robot Rashmi
The most awarded and one of the largest radio networks in the country, RED FM has come out with another exciting concept of having a humanoid robot as a radio jockey. RJ Rashmi who is world's first ever Hindi speaking robot will be seen hosting a show on Red FM.93.5 RED FM never fails to surprise its listeners through the most interesting content formats and disruptive programming. The show #AskRashmi went on-air on the 3rd December for the first time. As a part of this concept, Robot Rashmi hosts a show with RJ Raunac aka Baua in the morning from 10 AM to 11 AM and 'Dilli ke kadak launde' RJ Kisna and Ashish in the evening 5 PM to 6 PM.During the show 'Ask Rashmi', the robot interacts with the callers and responds to their questions. These conversations vary between a plethora of topics like politics, environment, road safety with an understanding of human emotions.On this first ever concept for the radio industry, Nisha Narayanan, COO, RED FM said, "Red FM is always working towards .
Producer Sunil Bohra announces biopic on TAC Security's founder Trishneet Arora
It's raining biopic in Bollywood! There is an increase in the films based on real-life characters hitting the screens and doing tremendously well.Here's an upcoming addition to the list; after a great success of Gangs of Wasseypur, Tanu Weds Manu and Sahib Biwi Aur Gangster and to be released An Accidental Prime Minister, based on Sanjaya Baru's Book. Sunil Bohra has bought the rights to the true-life story of Trishneet Arora.Arora has combined the time-tested formula of passion and dedication to charting out a brilliant career path that has been an inspiration for millions of budding entrepreneurs. The writers are currently working on the screenplay for the film, which is slated to go on floor by mid-2019."Biopic is an interesting medium to share one's story with the world. I'm both excited and nervous to see my story unfold on the silver screen. I have full confidence on the makers of the film and I'm sure they'll present it in a way that inspires the youth," said Trishneet."Fame is
When Hunar thought her acting career had come to an end
Actress Hunar Gandhi started her career in the telly world with the popular soap "Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii" in 2007. Acting happened by chance and she thought that the 2016 show "Dahleez" would be her last project as an actress.
I'm scared by him, his possibility: Meryl Streep on Trump
Hollywood veteran Meryl Streep says that she is scared by the possibility of Donald Trump's return as the US president. The 69-year-old actor was termed as "one of the most over-rated actresses in Hollywood" by Trump after she criticised him during her Cecil B DeMille acceptance speech at the 2017 Golden Globes. In an appearance alongside "Late Show" host Stephen Colbert at annual Montclair Film fundraiser, Streep spoke about her career and life. Colbert asked the actor about empathising with the characters she plays, saying, "What's it like for you to see somebody who is the President of the United States who is the top politician who is indifferent to the idea of empathy? I'm not sure he knows what you mean when you say it." To this Streep replied, "I'm scared. I'm scared by him, by his possibility. And I do empathise with him. I can't imagine what his 3am is like. There's a gathering storm everyone feels it, he feels it. His children are in jeopardy, and I feel that. "I think, ...
4th SIFFCY opens with 'Pahuna' screening
The fourth edition of the Smile International Film Festival for Children and Youth (SIFFCY) opened here on Monday with a screening of Priyanka Chopra's production "Pahuna", which marks the directorial debut of Paakhi A Tyrewala.
Pearl Thusi to lead Netflix's first African Original series 'Queen Sono'
"Quantico" star Pearl Thusi has been roped in to play the lead in Netflix's first African Original series "Queen Sono". Thusi, who played Dayana Mampasi in the ABC drama, is set to essay the role of a highly trained spy in a South African agency in the series, reported Deadline. Created by director Kagiso Lediga the series will see Thusi's character take on dangerous missions, while also facing challenges in her personal life. "It's going to change the game for every artist on this continent. I cannot wait for every young woman, every woman on this continent and on this planet to meet Queen Sono. We've worked so hard for this," Thusi said in a statement. The show will start production in 2019.
Michael Che defends Kevin Hart on 'SNL'
Comic Michael Che has defended Kevin Hart on "Saturday Night Live" in the wake of his stepping down as Oscars 2019 host following a controversy over his old homophobic tweets. Hart said he was giving up the job as he did not want to become a "distraction" at the ceremony. He also apologised to the LGBTQ community for his past "insensitive words". Che addressed the comic's "short" time handling the post on the latest installment of the NBC show during its Weekend Update segment. The co-host brought up Mel Gibson in a reference to the controversial racist statements the actor-director made a few years ago, saying "Didn't the Academy nominate Mel Gibson for an award just last year?" he asked. "Also, if Kevin Hart isn't clean enough to host the Oscars, then no black comic is. The only black comic I know that's cleaner than Kevin Hart is booked for the next three to 10 years," he said as a picture of Bill Cosby was shown. Che's defence of Hart comes after fellow comic Nick Cannon named ...
Anushka has not signed Sanjay Leela Bhansali's next: spokesperson
Anushka Sharma's spokesperson has refuted the reports claiming that the actor has been signed on to star opposite Salman Khan in filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali's next project. Anushka's spokesperson said the actor would love to collaborate with the director in future. "Anushka Sharma would love to collaborate with Sanjay Leela Bhansali but as of now, there is no truth to the speculations claiming Anushka has been signed for his next. "We request you to kindly refrain from reporting on the same," the spokesperson said in a statement. The 30-year-old actor is currently looking forward to the release of her film "Zero", which also features Shah Rukh Khan and Katrina Kaif. The film, directed by Aanand L Rai, will hit the theatres on December 21.
This 'Kaala' takes up racism against Africans in India
Rajinikanth-starrer "Kaala" had a socio-political message on the plight of Dalits, but here's another "Kaala" -- a short film by Tarun Jain -- which aims to highlight the issue of racism in India, especially against Africans.