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Farah Khan, Ketan Mehta to judge Jagran Film Festival
Filmmakers like Farah Khan, Ketan Mehta, Nikkhil Advani, actress Dia Mirza and producer Shobu Yarlagadda of "Baahubali" fame will serve as judges of the upcoming 10th edition of the Jagran Film Festival.
'Chernobyl' becomes highest rated IMDb show
HBO's "Chernobyl", which dramatises one of the world's worst man-made catastrophes due to an explosion in a nuclear plant, has surpassed shows such as "Game of Thrones" and "Breaking Bad" to become IMDb's all-time TV rankings just days after airing. The five-episode show, written by Craig Mazin and directed Johan Renck, had a 9.6-star rating out of 10, based on 152,634 users, as of June 6. The rating puts "Chernobyl" ahead of cult TV shows such as "Breaking Bad" (9.5), "Planet Earth II" (9.5), "Band of Brothers" (9.5), "Planet Earth" (9.4), "Game of Thrones" and "The Wire". "Chernobyl" is a retelling of the massive explosion of the nuclear power plant in the Ukraise on April 26, 1986 and its aftermath. The explosion released radioactive material across Belarus, Russia and Ukraine and as far as Scandinavia and western Europe, according to Variety. The show has earned unanimous critical praise for its handling of the story.
Toxic environment on 'Grey's Anatomy' sets almost made Ellen Pompeo to quit
"Grey's Anatomy" star Ellen Pompeo has revealed that she almost quit the hit medical drama over"toxic" work environment that prevailed on show's sets in the first 10 years. The 49-year-old actor plays the lead character of Meredith Grey in the ABC medical drama since 2005. Speaking with Taraji P Henson for Variety's Actors on Actors series, Pompeo said in the first decade of the show, the crew faced major culture issues on the set and there were "many moments" when she wanted to quit. "There were many moments. It's funny: I never wanted off the bus in the year that I could get off. The first 10 years we had serious culture issues, very bad behaviour, really toxic work environment," the actor said. She ultimately decided to stay with the show because she wanted to provide for her children -- Sienna, Stella, and Eli. "Once I started having kids, it became no longer about me. I need to provide for my family. At 40 years old, where am I ever going to get this kind of money? I need to ...
Condolences pour in for Contractor on social media
A day after the demise of veteran comedian Dinyar Contractor, condolences continued to pour in on social media from different sections of the society on Thursday.
Bella Thorne praises Taylor Swift for LGBTQ petition
American singer Taylor Swift, who recently started a petition for the passage of the Equality Act in support of the LGBTQ community, has earned praise by singer and actress Bella Thorne for her initiative.Thorne, a bisexual, was spotted at a Pride Month event where she talked about the petition and said, "I think that that's an amazing idea. A hundred percent. Sign it away, let me sign it and I'll post about it."However, 'The DUFF' actor also expressed her doubtfulness at the government's capability to provide practical change for the community. "In my personal opinion, do I think the government will change? No, I don't. I think they're f***** f*****. And no matter what we say and do, unless we start a literal revolution in a sense and unfortunately those always take violence to ever be heard, ... the government is never going to change."She added, "We can sign petitions all day and that's helping, we're moving forward ... They'll never change. They out here believing the same shit, ..
Sonal Vengurlekar joins 'Yeh Teri Galiyan'
Actress Sonal Vengurlekar is set to play a role with a "variety of shades" in the show "Yeh Teri Galiyan".
For Tiger, watch is more than just a style statement
Actor Tiger Shroff says he doesn't want his watch to be just a style statement, but also needs it to support his challenging fitness routine.
'Bharat' emerges Salman's biggest opener, actor thanks fans
Superstar Salman Khan's latest film "Bharat" minted over Rs 42 crore on the first day of its release on Eid. The actor on Thursday took to social media to thank his fans for giving "me my career's biggest opening ever".
Pankhuri glad to experiment with different genre
Actress Pankhuri Awasthy has been part of historical and romantic projects, and is now looking forward to join the cast of the long-running family drama "Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai".
Natasa Stankovic excited about her digital debut
Serbian dancer and actress Natasa Stankovic is looking forward to step into the digital medium with the web series "The Holiday".
Jimmy Tatro joins Judd Apatow's comedy
"American Vandal" star Jimmy Tatro has boarded filmmaker Judd Apatow's upcoming comedy film. The 27-year-old actor joins Pete Davidson, Marisa Tomei, Maude Apatow, Bill Burr, Bel Powley and Pamela Adlon in the project. Details are scarce but it is reported that the coming-of-age film, set in New York's Staten Island, will use elements from Davidson's life. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Apatow is attached to direct from a script he co-wrote along with Davidson and Dave Sirus. Tomei will play Davidson's mother and Maude will play Davidson's sister. The film is scheduled to be released on June 19, 2020.
Shahid met doctors to prepare for 'Kabir Singh'
Actor Shahid Kapoor met and interacted with doctors as preparation for his role in the forthcoming movie "Kabir Singh".
Actress Aahana Kumra up for more political films
Actress Aahana Kumra, who had played Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi in "The Accidental Prime Minister", says if she gets a role like that again, she would like to take up more films that explore political theme.
Wonder Woman 1984' first poster: Gal Gadot dazzles as fierce warrior in golden costume
The Wonder Woman is back! While fans are eagerly waiting to see actor Gal Gadot in the highly-anticipated film 'Wonder Woman 1984', the makers decided to unveil the first look poster of the upcoming flick to add to the excitement.The director of the film Patty Jenkins took to her Twitter handle to share the first look poster of the film, which features Gadot as the fierce Amazon warrior Daina Prince, decked up in golden body armour. In the poster, Gadot can be seen standing against a neon-hued backdrop."By now you've heard: WB isn't going to Hall H this year. We're so sad to miss you there! And waiting until Dec. to start our official #WW84 campaign in full-- But the truth is... we can just... barely... wait," Jenkins wrote along with the poster.Gadot looks absolutely stunning in the new golden costume and the first look poster indeed hints at the power-packed action that this superhero flick might have in store.Jenkins along with sharing the poster also said that the film and the ..
Hugh Laurie to receive outstanding achievement honour at Edinburgh TV Festival
Actor Hugh Laurie is set to be honoured with the Outstanding Achievement Award during the Edinburgh TV Festival. The 59-year-old actor is best known for shows such as award-winning US medical drama "House" and "The Night Manager". He will receive the award on August 22 and is also scheduled to take part in a special "In Conversation With" session at the annual industry event in Scotland. "I'd have been excited to receive an award just for sticking around - but this is overwhelming," Laurie said in a statement. CEO and Festival Director, Lisa Campbell said, "Hugh Laurie resonates with so many generations of TV viewers for some it's George in 'Blackadder', for others it's Jeeves, Dr Gregory House or Richard Onslow Roper in 'The Night Manager' to name a few." "It's a phenomenally diverse range of iconic shows for one man to be across from so many different genres he's brilliant and I'm thrilled he's coming to the Festival not just to receive his award but also so we can hear from the
Harvey Weinstein "crossed lines and boundaries" with her, says Madonna
American singer-songwriter Madonna opened up about her working relationship with film producer Harvey Weinstein.In a profile on the singer, published by the New York Times as cited by E! News, Madonna shared that the movie mogul "crossed lines and boundaries" with her and was "incredibly sexually flirtatious and forward."Back in the 90s, Weinstein's Miramax company distributed Madonna's documentary titled 'Madonna: Truth or Dare'."Harvey crossed lines and boundaries and was incredibly sexually flirtatious and forward with me when we were working together. He was married at the time, and I certainly wasn't interested," she revealed.Madonna also stated that she knew that Weinstein acted that way with other women in the film business too."I was aware that he did the same with a lot of other women that I knew in the business. And we were all, 'Harvey gets to do that because he's got so much power and he's so successful and his movies do so well and everybody wants to work with him, so you
Hugh Grant says he declined TV roles out of 'pure snobbery'
Actor Hugh Grant says he avoided starring in TV projects out of "pure snobbery" as he was still living in the charm of films and cinema. The 58-year-old actor most recently portrayed Liberal party leader Jeremy Thorpe in "A Very English Scandal", a role that brought him much critical acclaim. The BBC series, an adaptation of John Preston's novel, narrated the story of the disgraced MP who was tried and acquitted for conspiring to murder his ex-lover Norman Scott, played by Ben Whishaw. Grant received nominations at the Golden Globes Awards and British Academy Television Awards for his performance. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the actor said he had initially dismissed the project after director Stephen Frears sent him the script. "Well it wasn't really a hesitation, it was just pure snobbery. But I'd done Florence Foster Jenkins with Stephen Frears and he sent me this thing ('A Very English Scandal'), it was three scripts. And I thought, 'Television? I don't do ...
Salman thanks fans after 'Bharat' emerges as his biggest opener
Salman Khan's latest outing 'Bharat', co-starring Katrina Kaif, has set the cash registers ringing and how! The film minted Rs. 42.30 crore on its first day, making it Salman's biggest opener ever.The actor expressed his happiness and thanked everyone for the overwhelming response."Big thk u sabko fr giving sabse bada opening mere career ka par what made me the happiest and proudest is ki during a scene in my film jab national anthem is recited ev1 stood up as a mark of respect. There could be no bigger respect for our country than this... Jai Hind Bharat," Salman wrote ob Twitter.His last two Eid releases, 'Tubelight' and 'Race 3' had a lacklustre start at the box office. By raking in Rs 42.30 crore on its first day, 'Bharat' has proved to be both Salman's biggest Eid opener as well as his highest ever opener ever.Indian film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh tweeted that the film's opening day moolah has surpassed that of Salman's hit films including 'Tiger Zinda Hai' (Rs 34.10 .
Joe Jonas responds to Taylor Swift's recent confession
Joe Jonas who recently tied the knot with her longtime girlfriend Sophie Turner responded to the recent confession made by her ex-girlfriend Taylor Swift."It's something that I was probably feeling pretty bad about when I was younger," Fox New quotes Jonas as saying on the talk show 'Lorraine' on Wednesday.He added, "At the end of the day, I've moved on. I'm sure Taylor's moved on. It feels nice. We're all friends. It's all good. We were so young."This comes after the 'Me' singer revealed the most rebellious thing she did as a teen was to call out Jonas for breaking up. Taylor confessed this on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' in May.Almost a decade ago in 2008, Taylor appeared on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' to promote her second album 'Fearless' where she said that 'Forever and Always', a single from the album was about her Jonas.She added, "Someday, I'm going to find someone really, really great who's right for me. When I look at the person, I'm not even going to be able to remember the ...
I cried watching Sophie: Jennifer Lawrence on her 'Dark Phoenix' death scene
Actor Jennifer Lawrence whose character 'Mystique' dies at the end of her recently released film 'Dark Phoenix', opened up about the death scene.Speaking about the scene where her character dies, Lawrence said, "I teared up a little bit watching Sophie in that scene," The Hollywood Reporter quoted Lawrence.Lawrence along with her fellow cast from 'Dark Phoenix' made an appearance on the Jimmy Kimmel show and shared some memories from the film set."Her reaction to the death was so emotional," she added.Speaking of Turner, who played the titular character, Lawrence said that she was crying in the scene "because her dialect coach before the scene took her Juul away."To which, Turner jokingly replied, "It's how I act. Take it away, give it back, that's happy and sad."The cast also shared some moments from the sets of their films. Michael Fassbender and James McAvoy reminisced their time riding golf carts on the sets of S-Men and said, " I thought, wow, James is actually really good, ...