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Dharam's unfulfilled dream - of sharing screen space with Dilip Kumar (Dec 8 is Dharmendra's 82nd birthday)

Two days ago, Dharmendra was in his bungalow in Juhu (these days he spends most of his time on his farm in Lonavala, where he is busy writing poetry in Urdu) and knowing that it was his 82nd birthday on December 8 I asked him if he had any one dream unfullfilled.

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 3:40 PM IST

'Kedarnath' garners Rs 7.25 cr on opening day (Movie Snippets)

Actress Sara Ali Khan's maiden film "Kedarnath" has garnered Rs 7.25 crore on its opening day, according to its makers.

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 3:10 PM IST

Writer apologises for calling Priyanka Chopra 'scam artist'

Mariah Smith, the writer who called Indian actress Priyanka Chopra a "scam artist" in an article, has apologised for the insinuations.

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 2:55 PM IST

I am not professionally an actor, says Prakash Jha

Filmmaker Prakash Jha, who essayed the role of a cop in "Jai Gangaajal" and now playing the lead in the short film "Justaju - The Longing", says professionally he does not identify as an actor. Jha, known for making socio-political films like "Gangaajal", "Apaharan", "Raajneeti", is enjoying being in front of the camera. "I am not professionally an actor but there are people who now do think of me and there are roles offered to me. I am looking it as a new form of expression that I would like to bring into my life. I really want to do characters which I enjoy. That is the criteria," Jha told PTI. The director is happy that his performance in the short film, that released recently on YouTube, has been appreciated. Jha won the best actor award for the same in the short film category of the first edition of New Jersey Indian International Film Festival. Directed by Mudassir Mashalkar, "Justaju" chronicles a day in the life of Valmiki, whose wife expired 15 years ago. Jha, who made his ...

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 2:30 PM IST

Looking forward to collaborate with Indian producers: Shorts TV CEO

International short film producer Carter Pilcher, who has brought his ShortsTV channel to India, says he is looking forward to collaborate with Indian production houses to bring out more local short stories to the global platform.

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 2:10 PM IST

Ayushmann, Bhumi to reunite for 'Bala'

After delivering two blockbuster hits-- 'Dum Laga Ke Haisha' and 'Shubh Mangal Saavdhan'-- Bollywood actors Ayushmann Khurrana and Bhumi Pednekar are all set to share the screen space again in Amar Kaushik's next, 'Bala.'Film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh took to Twitter to confirm the news, writing, "Ayushmann Khurrana and Bhumi Pednekar... After #DumLagaKeHaisha and #ShubhMangalSaavdhan, the duo to head the cast of a quirky laugh riot, titled #Bala... Produced by Dinesh Vijan and directed by Amar Kaushik, the team that delivered the Blockbuster #Stree."In the film, Ayushmann will play the role of a man who balds maturely and Bhumi will play the role of a dusky small-town girl at odds with a society that is obsessed with fair skin.The quirky laugh riot will go on floors from March 2019 and will hit the big screen in September 2019.Riding high on the success of 'Badhai Ho' and 'Andhadhun,' Ayushmann will also be seen in 'Dream Girl' opposite Nushrat Bharucha.Meanwhile, Bhumi ..

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 1:50 PM IST

Janhvi Kapoor to get Norwegian honour

Actress Janhvi Kapoor will be awarded 'Arets Stjerneskudd' rising talent of the year by the Norwegian Consulate General here.

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 1:45 PM IST

Alwyn doesn't like talking about Taylor Swift in public

Actor Joe Alwyn, who is dating singer Taylor Swift, likes to keep his relationship as private as possible.

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 1:40 PM IST

Jennifer Aniston says her marriages to Brad Pitt and Justin Theroux were 'very successful'

Actor Jennifer Aniston believes her past marriages to Brad Pitt and Justin Theroux were "very successful". In an interview with Elle for January 2019 issue of the magazine, the 49-year-old actor said the marriages ended because they all wanted to stay happy, instead of struggling with the relationship. "I don't feel a void. I really don't. My marriages, they've been very successful, in (my) personal opinion. And when they came to an end, it was a choice that was made because we chose to be happy, and sometimes happiness doesn't exist within that arrangement anymore," Aniston said. The "Friends" star got married Pitt in 2000 but they separated in 2005 after the actor got romantically involved with Angelina Jolie. She tied the knot with Theroux in 2015, after four years of dating. The two separated in February this year. Aniston said it would have been a "disservice" to life if she had chose to stay in a marriage out of "fear". "Sure, there were bumps, and not every moment felt ...

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 1:30 PM IST

Why Cardi B feels her 'life is a movie'

Cardi B found out she has received five Grammy nominations in a rather unusual way.The 'Bodak Yellow' rapper appeared in court on assault and reckless endangerment charges after a summons was issued in connection with a fight earlier this year at a strip club in Queens, New York, according to People magazine.While she was just making her way out of the court, Cardi faced a number of reporters who asked how she felt about her nominations.A surprised Cardi, in turn, asked, "I am? How many nominations?"The 26-year-old stuck out her tongue and grinned from ear to ear upon hearing the good news.Later, she took to social media to share the moment. "What a way to find out i got 5 Grammys nominations. I'm telling you my life is a movie. I work my ass off for this! Win or not atleast i know i had a chance and people was watching and admiring my work. Im Soo happy! THANK YOU!" Cardi wrote.Cardi B, who announced her split from husband Offset this week, has been nominated for Album of the Year ...

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 1:30 PM IST

Priyanka Chopra says, 'I Do' with platinum

Priyanka Chopra, the multi-talented actress selected a Platinum wedding band from Chopard when she said "I Do" to Nick Jonas on December 1st during their Western wedding ceremony in Jodhpur, India.Priyanka's band comes from the Haute Joaillerie Collection, featuring 3.90-carats of Ashoka-cut diamonds with an east/west setting, in platinum.Aside from her wedding band, Priyanka has also been spotted wearing platinum jewelry to the US Open on September 5th, and to the Kate Spade Fashion Show in New York on September 7th.Going platinum seems to be an ongoing trend for this year. Another celeb couple who chose platinum for their nuptials was the DEEP-VEER Jodi where Ranveer Singhgave a huge solitaire set in rare platinum to Deepika.Platinum is indeed one of the rarest metals in the world that resonates with young couples today as the ideal metal of "love". Modern relationships today have intensified emotionally with deep acceptance of individuality and equality. Couples today seek respect .

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 1:30 PM IST

Richard Madden won't feature in "Game of Thrones" reunion special

Actor Richard Madden has revealed he is not part of the "Game of Thrones" reunion special. The 32-year-old actor, who played Robb Stark for three seasons on the HBO epic fantasy drama, told Entertainment Weekly that he did not participate in the reunion, which was filmed earlier this year in Belfast near the end of production on eight season. "I didn't do any of that. I was (filming) 'Rocketman' so I wasn't able to do that," Madden said. The reunion special includes the final season cast and is hosted by Conan O'Brien. Some previous cast members participated as well, but so far only Sean Bean (Ned Stark) has been confirmed. The special will not air on HBO but will be exclusive to a new "Game of Thrones" Blu-ray box set of the entire series that will be released in the second half of 2019.

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 1:20 PM IST

Richa Chadha wants 'Fukrey 3' to be made

Actress Richa Chadha, who rose to fame with her character of Bholi Punjaban in the Fukrey franchise, became nostalgic as the second instalment of the franchise "Fukrey Returns" completed one year of its release on Saturday.

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 1:15 PM IST

Jason Momoa says he hasn't worked out in a year

"Aquaman" star Jason Momoa has claimed he has not been working out since past one year. During an interview with Entertainment Weekly, the actor's co-star from the DC movie, Amber Heard, said that he "loves working out". Momoa replied saying, "absolutely f*****g not I love rock climbing, but I do not love working out. I haven't worked out in at least a year and it's been awesome." The 39-year-old actor said he worked out during the filming of "Aquaman", going to gym sessions with his co-star Yahya Abdul-Mateen II (who plays Black Manta), so that he does not get injured during the filming of intense fights and other action scenes. "Aquaman" opens in theatres December 21.

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 1:15 PM IST

Sunil Grover wishes happy married life to Kapil Sharma

Sunil Grover has wished a happy married life to his former collaborator Kapil Sharma, who is set to tie the knot with girlfriend Ginni Chatrath. At the press conference of show Kanpur Wale Khurranas on Friday, Sunil was asked about Kapil's December 12 wedding and the comedian said he was happy for his former co-star from The Kapil Sharma Show. I am happy Kapil is getting married. I wish him a happy married life. May God give him lot of happiness. I wish him lots of happiness and I hope he continues to make people laugh through his show, Sunil told reporters here at the press conference of the Star Plus show. Kapil is set to return to comedy scene with "The Kapil Sharma Show", which is scheduled to go on air on Sony by the end of this month. He is very talented. It is good when we would have more comedy shows it is good as there will be less stress. There is need for more comedy shows, Sunil added. Sunil's show, Kanpur Wale Khurranas", will start from December 15. The makers have shot .

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 1:00 PM IST

Amazon developing female superhero series

Amazon Studios is developing a women-fronted superhero series with Shauna Cross attached to write. Titled "Deadtown", the series is based on "The Refrigerator Monologues", a novella by Catherynne M Valente. According to the Hollywood Reporter, "The Refrigerator" Monologues centres on five women who die after crossing paths with male superheroes. The five meet in a purgatory called Deadtown and decide to reclaim control of their own stories, discovering their own powers in the process. Cross will also executive produce "Deadtown" with Valente, Lawrence Grey, Ben Everard and Cliff Roberts.

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 12:45 PM IST

Dharmendra turns 83, Hema calls him 'everlasting love'

On veteran actor Dharmendra's 83rd birthday, his wife and evergreen actress Hema Malini wished him saying he is her "everlasting love".

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 12:35 PM IST

Egypt probes couple for posing nude on pyramid

Egyptian authorities were probing a Danish couple after a video and a photo surfaced showing them climbing to the summit of the Great Khufu Pyramid of Giza and posing naked, the media reported on Saturday.

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 12:30 PM IST

What is Mrs Nick Jonas planning after marriage? (Column: Bollywood Spotlight)

Here is what our desi bride, Indias glamour and pride, is NOT planning. She wont change her name to "Priyanka Jonas" or "Priyanka Chopra Jonas" or the corniest, "Priyanka J. Chopra".

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 12:15 PM IST

Grateful I got to be part of 'Ralph Breaks the Internet': Gadot

Actress Gal Gadot is happy about her film "Ralph Breaks the Internet" getting a Golden Globe nomination.

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Updated On : 08 Dec 2018 | 12:10 PM IST