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Warner Bros, DC working on 'Blue Beetle' movie
"Blue Beetle" film is in the works at DC and Warner Bros. The film is based on the Mexican-American comic book character Jaime Reyes. According to Variety, the studio has roped in Gareth Dunnet-Alcocer to pen the "Blue Beetle" screenplay. Zev Foreman is executive producing the film for Warner Bros. The original "Blue Beetle" character, which debuted in 1939, had superpowers derived from a sacred scarab. He first manifested himself as Dan Garrett, a police officer who fought crime with superpowers. The second version of Blue Beetle was Ted Kord, Garrett's student who continued costumed crime-fighting, but had no superpowers. Reyes was created by Keith Giffen, John Rogers, and Cully Hamner, and made his first appearance in a 2006 comic. The "Blue Beetle" series of comic books was launched in 2011 and cancelled after 17 issues in 2013.
Bookaroo returns to Delhi this weekend
Seventy speakers from 13 countries are all set to delight children and adults in Capital this weekend with a scintillating celebration of storytelling, workshops, drama, art, craft and books at the 11th edition of Bookaroo, Indias first literature festival for children.
Tom Hanks in talks to join Disney's live-action 'Pinocchio'
Hollywood star Tom Hanks is in early negotiations to play the fatherly figure Geppetto in Disney's live-action adaptation of its classic animated story "Pinocchio". Paul King is directing the film to be produced by Andrew Miano and Chris Weitz, reported Variety. King, Weitz, and Simon Farnaby have written the most recent draft of the film. The original animated movie revolves around living puppet who, with the help of a cricket as his conscience, must prove himself worthy to become a real boy. Geppetto is the puppeteer who created Pinocchio and eventually becomes the fatherly figure he always wanted.
Nandita Das, Nawazuddin awarded at ASPA
Indian actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui and filmmaker Nandita Das have been awarded at the 12th Asia Pacific Screen Awards (APSA) here.
'Midnights With Menka' a genre of fake biopic, says writer-director
Writer Viral Shah will don the director's hat with a new Gujarati movie titled "Midnights With Menka". He says it explores the unchartered territory of fake biopics on real stars, which is a completely new genre.
Rita, Garfield dating each other
Singer Rita Ora is reportedly dating actor Andrew Garfield.
Tiger feels 'Baaghi 2' is a tough act to follow up
Tiger Shroff, who delivered a box office hit with "Baaghi 2", is looking forward to his kitty of new projects, but says the action entertainer is a tough act for him to follow up as an actor.
'Blade Runner' anime series in works
"Blade Runner" will soon make it to the small screen as an animated series. According to Variety, Alcon Television Group has partnered with Adult Swim and Crunchyroll to produce and distribute a new anime series inspired by "Blade Runner 2049". Titled "Blade Runner-Black Lotus" the series will consist of 13 half-hour episodes. Details of the plot are being kept under wraps, but it is known that the story will take place in 2032 and will include some established characters from the "Blade Runner" universe. "I first saw 'Blade Runner' in 1982, at age 11. It has remained one of the defining films of my life. To be able to explore more of this universe, with the incredible talent we have on board, is a dream come true," said Jason DeMarco, SVP and creative director of Adult Swim on-air. The series will be produced by animation studio Sola Digital Arts. Shinji Aramaki and Kenji Kamiyama will direct all episodes of the premiere season. Shinichiro Watanabe will serve as creative producer. ...
The Wizard of Oz most influential film of all time: Study
The Wizard of Oz is the most influential film of all time, followed by Star Wars and Psycho, according to a study. Researchers at the University of Turin in Italy calculated an influence score for 47,000 films listed in the internet movie database(IMDb). The score was based on how much each film had been referenced by subsequent films. The study, published in the journal Applied Network Science, found that the top 20 most influential films were all produced before 1980 and mostly in the US. The Wizard of Oz is a 1939 American musical fantasy film. "We propose an alternative method to box office takings -- which are affected by factors beyond the quality of the film such as advertising and distribution -- and reviews -- which are ultimately subjective -- for analysing the success of a film," said Livio Bioglio, the lead author of the study. "We have developed an algorithm that uses references between movies as a measure for success, and which can also be used to evaluate the career of .
Eiza Gonzalez to star in 'Fast and Furious' spin-off 'Hobbs and Shaw'
Actor Eiza Gonzalez is set to play a key role in "Fast and Furious" spin-off "Hobbs and Shaw". The film also features Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham, reported Variety. Idris Elba and Vanessa Kirby are also on board with David Leitch directing. "Fast and Furious" architect Chris Morgan penned the script. Johnson and his Seven Bucks Productions partners, Dany Garcia and Hiram Garcia, are producing along with Statham, and Morgan for his eponymous production company.
DJ Khaled, Floyd Mayweather Jr. charged with cryptocurrency fraud
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged music producer DJ Khaled and boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. with promoting investments in initial cryptocurrency coin offerings without revealing that they had been paid.
Veteran Bengali theatre personality dies
Veteran Bengali theatre personality Biplab Ketan Chakraborty died after prolonged illness early Friday. Chakraborty, who was suffering from liver diseases for a long time, died at his Dhakuria residence in South Kolkata at around 4 am, his family said. He was 72 and is survived by dancer wife Dipali Chakraborty and actress daughters Sudipta Chakraborty, Bidipta Chakraborty and dancer Bidisha Chakraborty. Earlier, he was treated in a private hospital. A prominent face in group theatre movement, Chakraborty had been involved with the 'Chetana' theatre group from the 70s till early 90s and essayed a pivotal role in 'Marich Sangbad', a popular production in Bengali theatre. Later he founded 'Theatrewala' group which had staged a widely acclaimed production 'Kancher Dewal'. He was a popular face too on small screen earning acclaim in mega-serials like 'Janmabhoomi.' Chakraborty had also acted in Bengali films 'Chander Bari' and 'Bhalobasar Anek Naam'.
Miley Cyrus drops new track 'Nothing Breaks Like a Heart'
Miley Cyrus is back with a new single which truly voices our feelings, 'Nothing Breaks Like a Heart'.After sharing the teaser earlier this week, the 26-year-old, on Friday, shared the song with her fans on social media.The song is Cyrus' first release since she dropped the album 'Younger Now' more than a year ago. It comes just a few days after the songstress and beau Liam Hemsworth lost their Malibu home in the raging California wildfires."These silver bullet cigarettes / this burning house, there's nothing left / it's smoking, we both know it," Cyrus sings in the first verse.The 'Wrecking Ball' singer has collaborated with musician Mark Ronson for the first time for the single. Meanwhile, Ronson has famously worked with a number of hit female singers - from Lady Gaga on 'Joanne' and 'A Star Is Born' to Dua Lipa on Silk City's "Electricity" to Amy Winehouse on her breakthrough 'Back to Black' album.The duo is also set to appear as the musical guests for 'Saturday Night Live' for the .
Tommy Lee accuses Travis Scott of 'rip off'
Tommy Lee, member of American heavy metal band Mötley Crüe, accused rapper Travis Scott of 'ripping off' his stage design.
Eiza Gonzalez joins 'Fast and Furious' spinoff
"Baby Driver" star Eiza Gonzalez has joined the cast of "Fast and Furious" spinoff titled "Hobbs and Shaw" starring Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham.
Trump is like 'Star Wars' movie, keeps coming back: Vir Das
Actor-comedian Vir Das feels, wants and hopes that US President Donald Trump might just go away, but stops short of predicting his end of tenure, as he compares him to the "Star Wars" movie series that keeps coming back.
Amy Schumer is struggling with 'tough' pregnancy
Actress Amy Schumer is looking for motivation during her "tough" pregnancy.
A weekend of challenges, mysteries and daring protagonists (IANS Books This Weekend)
Learn how organisations can build a challenge-based, success-oriented culture; delve into the story of young Rudra, who must push back British troops while uncovering the mystery behind his fathers death; there's the story of the divine Kartikeya, who must save a "gasping universe" from a "soul stealer"; and finally, flick through the fictional tale of the survivor of a mass shooting who must deal with a similar danger again looming large.
Jonathan Scott's ex announces she's engaged months after they split
Jonathan Scott's ex girlfriend Jacinta Kuznetsov has found a new lifelong love and apparently, the reality TV star couldnt be happier for her.
'Good News' goes on floors today!
Karan Johar has announced the 'Good News'!The much anticipated film - which will bring back the on-screen jodi of Akshay Kumar and Kareena Kapoor Khan after a long hiatus of nine years - has finally gone on floors today.While Kiara Advani and Diljit Dosanjh, who are also part of the flick, have begun the shooting, Akshay and Kareena "will join soon."The 'Koffee With Karan' host, who is producing the film under his banner Dharma Productions, took to social media to share the happy news. "#GOODNEWS starts today with @diljitdosanjh and @Advani_Kiara !! @akshaykumar and #KareennaKapoorKhan will join soon! Fun times begin under the baton of debut director @raj_a_mehta !!! @DharmaMovies @apoorvamehta18," he wrote, along with a video of Kiara and Diljit from the film's set.The film, which revolves around a couple who is trying to have a baby, will hit the big screens on July 19, 2019.An excited Akshay had made the film announcement on social media in August. "Good News! That's the name of ...