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'Tigers' a very poor take on idealism (Movie Review)

Film: Tigers; Director: Danis Tanovic; Cast: Emraan Hashmi, Geetanjali Thapa, Satyadeep Mishra, Maryam dAbo, Supriya Pathak, Vinod Nagpal; Rating: **(2 stars)

Mini, Cyrus join 'Mind The Malhotras'

Actors Mini Mathur and Cyrus Sahukar have been roped in for comedy series "Mind The Malhotras".

My responsibility is to tell stories: 'Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald' star

"Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" star Callum Turner says he wants to use cinema to narrate stories which help people escape the reality.

Priyanka Chopra to shoot till nuptial eve

Actress Priyanka Chopra, who is set to wed American singer Nick Jonas, will be shooting for "The Sky Is Pink" right till the day before the celebrations, says the film's producer.

Kate Hudson's heartfelt wish on mom's 73rd birthday

Kate Hudson has a sweet wish for 'mama' Goldie Hawn on the occasion of her 73rd birthday.Academy Award-winner Hawn is known for her roles in 'Cactus Flower', 'Shampoo' and 'The First Wives Club.'To commemorate Hawn's special day, the 'Almost Famous' star shared an adorable picture featuring Hudson, Hawn and Hudson's 14-year-old son Ryder Robinson."Fearless leader, my number one, my heart, my love, my joy, my everything, MY MAMA! Happy happy happy birthday @officialgoldiehawn @mr.ryderrobinson," the 39-year-old wrote in the caption.On her Instagram story, she shared a black and white photo of her mom on set during her youth, writing, "She's got film on the brain. She is cool."It is worth mentioning that Hudson gave birth to her first child with boyfriend and musician Danny Fujikawa in October. The 'Bride Wars' star announced the happy news on Instagram, explaining the inspiration behind the newborn's name."We have decided to name our daughter Rani (pronounced Ronnie), after her ...

Don't understand why 'Tiger Zinda Hai' was selected at IFFI and

"Kaala" may have redefined the symbolism of colours black and white in cinema but its director, Pa Ranjith says if that were true the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) would have selected the film for the ongoing gala's Indian Panorama section. The Rajinikanth-starrer was touted to be India's "Black Panther" in the reviews for its political message highlighting the struggle of Dalits and Ranjith says it was difficult for him to understand that "Tiger Zinda Hai" be chosen but not "Kaala". "Unfortunately, they have not selected the film at IFFI. I don't understand why 'Tiger Zinda Hai' was selected and 'Kaala' was not. "I don't know what's happening. 'Tiger Zinda Hai' was not even critically acclaimed. But 'Kaala' was. That's why I have to fight more and more," the director told PTI on the sidelines of the 49th edition of IFFI. Ranjith was present at the screening of his production "Pariyerum Perumal BA BL" on Wednesday. Directed by Mari Selvaraj, the story of the .

'Creed II' will surprise Indians: Director

Director Steven Caple Jr. is confident that Indians will love "Creed II".

Octavia Spencer's contribution to 'Green Book'

Director Peter Farrelly says actress Octavia Spencer brought thoughtful sensitivity to "Green Book".

MeToo campaign a fad, being used for publicity: IFFI jury head

International Film Festival of India jury head for non-feature films Vinod Ganatra termed the #MeToo campaign a "fad" and asserted that people are using it for publicity and mileage.While talking to media on the sidelines of the 49th IFFI in Goa, Ganatra stated that the movement will fade over time. "It is a fad, which has come with time. It is a chance to get publicity and mileage. It will not last. What is authentic will last. What is not authentic will disappear. There are people who encourage it," he said.The #MeToo movement, which began in Hollywood more than a year ago, gathered steam in India after actor Tanushree Dutta accused co-star Nana Patekar of allegedly harassing her on the sets of 'Horn Ok Pleassss' in 2008.Since then, women from various walks of life, especially the media and entertainment industry have levelled allegations of sexual misconduct against various prominent personalities including Subhash Ghai, Alok Nath, Vikas Bahl, Kailash Kher, Chetan Bhagat, Sajid ...

B-Town bowled over by Deepika, Ranveer's Bengaluru reception ensemble

Newlyweds Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh's Bengaluru reception attires have taken social media by storm, as B-town celebs and fans of the two actors are all praises for the couple.Among B-Town celebs, actor and fitness enthusiast Shilpa Shetty seemed the most excited, and said the couple never looked more "Ethereal, unreal, surreal"Meanwhile, actors Dia Mirza and Zareen Khan were rendered speechless as is evident from the heart emoticons they posted as comments on the picture shared by Deepika.The 'Love Aaj Kal' star, who was styled by ace designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee, was seen sporting a golden-coloured silk Kanjeevaram saree gifted by her mother, complemented perfectly with a choker-style emerald neck piece and a pearl necklace.Meanwhile, reel-life 'Bajirao' opted for a golden embroidered Sherwani and a black Churidar designed by Rohit Bal.Fans, too, were floored by how regal the couple looked, as one of the fans called them a perfect couple.Another ardent fan wrote ...

Varun Dhawan gets battle scars on 'Kalank' set

Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan, who is busy shooting multi-starrer period drama "Kalank", got battle scars on his back during one of the action sequences on Wednesday.

Filmmakers must find ways to do courageous, different things: Dan Wolman

Having mainstream movies is important, but filmmakers must explore "special" films to reflect something impactful, says renowned Israeli director Dan Wolman, who was feted with the Lifetime Achievement Honour at the 49th International Film Festival of India (IFFI).

Threatened for releasing film on Ayodhya: Shia Waqf Board chairman Rizvi

Shia Waqf Board chairman Syed Waseem Rizvi alleged on Wednesday that he was threatened by a person for not releasing his film on Ayodhya "Ram Janmbhoomi". Rizvi released the trailer of the film, which chronicles the events during the Ram temple movement since October 30, 1990, when Uttar Pradesh police had opened fire on kar sevaks moving towards Ayodhya, on November 19. "I have received a call from one Torab Niazi threatening me not to release the movie. I will formally registered my complaint with police tomorrow," Rizvi told reporters here. Rizvi, who is also a strong votary of Ram templein Ayodhya, is writer and producer of the film directed bySanoj Misra and has also acted in it. Releasing the trailer, Rizvi had said that some "misled supporters of Babar" were out to spoil the atmosphere of the country in the name of disputed structure erected by Mir Baqi at the behest of Babar by indulging in blood bath. "The film starts from the incidents during October 30to November 2, 1990, ..

Jennifer Lopez's Hollywood 'Walk of Fame' star defaced

Singer Jennifer Lopez's Hollywood Walk of Fame star was defaced on Tuesday.The 'On the Floor' singer's star was defaced using a black spray, reported TMZ. The message that the alleged hater wanted to spread is still unclear.The police authorities who are investigating the matter have filed a vandalism report. Currently, no decision has been taken whether or not to remove her star.The Hollywood Walk of Fame stars in Los Angeles has been a point of contention for the last few months.US President Donald Trump's star was vandalised with a pickaxe on July 24, and two months later, on September 27, convicted comedian Bill Cosby's star was defaced with the words 'SERIAL RAPIST'.Authorities had decided to remove Trump's star but retained the one with Cosby's name on it.

LFO lead singer Devin Lima passes away

Devin Lima, the lead vocalist of American Pop band LFO, passed on Wednesday at the age of 41.He died after a prolonged battle with a stage 4 cancer, reported TMZ.Lima's LFO band used to be a three-member team, but later it came down to two as another singer, Rich Cronin, died after suffering from leukemia.A popular band from the 90s, LFO is well known for their hit song; 'Summer Girls' that became an instant hit in 1999 when it reached the third spot on the music charts.LFO, who recorded two albums, 'LFO' and 'Life is Good', had released a song last in 2017, titled 'Perfect 10.'The pop band even planned a tour in 2018 but had to shelve it as doctors detected a football-sized tumor in Devin's adrenal gland.

Australian 'Ants' show staged on city ground

The Polyglot Theatre of Australia has brought their 'Ants' show on the grounds of the Victoria Memorial Hall grounds here. 'Ants' is an interactive performance which has giant ants bringing children together in a gentle and intriguing landscaping project. Polyglot Theatre, Australia's leading creator of experiential, interactive and installation theatre for children performed the show on the sprawling ground of the Victoria Memorial on the evenings of Tuesday and Wednesday. "Ants creates an imaginative world that needs cooperation and kindness to exist. It is exciting to think of this work going to India...in another culture, in a large city, with children who might not have experienced participatory theatre before, where ways of being and expectations will differ," Polyglot Theatre's artistic Director Sue Giles said. In a statement, Australia's High Commissioner to India, Harinder Sidhu, said "Polyglot Theatre is encouraging kids to turn the simplest things into ...

Indian, USA bands to perform in Panchkula

Six bands from India and the US will enthrall music fans on December 1 and 2, here at the inaugural edition of the 'Open Hand Jazz Festival' (OHJF). The festival aims to popularise and increase awareness about jazz, said Prithvideep Singh and Nipun Cheema, who conceptualised this festival. "With the active support of international communities, musicians, partners and authorities, the OHJF team aims to engineer a transition that not only promotes jazz but creates a richer and larger cultural appetite for the creative arts." said Cheema. The bands to perform include Kitchensink from New Delhi, Song of the Ghetto from Chandigarh and PocoLoco from Kolkata, Bluegrass Journeymen from Denver, US, MND FLO from Boston, US and Vasundhara Vee from Mumbai, he said.

Yet to have a movie that has crossed over: Siddharth Roy Kapur on Indian films going global

Producer Siddharth Roy Kapur Wednesday said that Indian cinema is yet to have its "Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon" moment where a domestic film crosses over to be embraced by the world. Kapur said he believes only a film that is rooted in Indianness will be able to have an impact all around the globe. The media mogul also said that Indian films need to go beyond the NRIs. "We have to admit the fact that we have not had an Indian movie that has crossed over yet. 'The Lunchbox' did great business in the US and Europe. But we haven't had our 'Crouching Tiger And Hidden Dragon' moment at the this point of time. I feel in the next five years it's going to happen. "But it will happen with a very rooted film. It will not happen where we are trying to design a film to crossover. It will happen with a film that's uniquely Indian that's loved and enjoyed all around the world," the producer said. He was speaking at IFFI Film Bazaar 2018's Knowledge Series in-conversation session 'Crafting A Brave

I focus more on character than genre: Sunny Deol

National award-winning Bollywood actor Sunny Deol who is coming up with a new film "Bhaiaji Superhit" says that though he has a tag of an action hero, he does not choose a script based on genre but character and story.

'Badhaai Ho' crosses Rs 200 crore mark

Ayushmann Khurrana's 'Badhaai Ho' is doing wonders at the box office as it has finally crossed the Rs. 200 crore mark worldwide.Film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh took to his official Twitter handle to make the announcement, writing, " It's a DOUBLE CENTURY... #BadhaaiHo crosses ? 200 cr worldwide [GrossBOC]... #India NettBOC: ? 126.60 cr #India GrossBOC: ? 158.25 cr #Overseas GrossBOC: ? 43.72 cr [till 19 Nov 2018] #Worldwide GrossBOC: ? 201.97 cr."The film, which has earned a whopping Rs. 201.97 crore so far, minted Rs. 7.29 crore on its opening day and Rs. 100 crore on its 17th day, paving its way through to the Rs 200 crore club.The comedy movie managed to achieve this feat despite not being released in Madhya Pradesh due to a cinema strike in the state.'Badhaai Ho' is a fun ride with some rib-tickling comedy. It portrays the embarrassment faced by a family when Ayushmann's mother, played by Neena Gupta, becomes pregnant at an older-than-usual age.Sanya Malhotra of ...