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Finding right combination of good script, good people a rarity: Arshad Warsi

Actor Arshad Warsi's performances in "Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.", "Golmaal: Fun Unlimited", "Dhamaal" and "Ishqiya" have been loved by audiences and critics alike. He says less visibility does not bother him as an actor as his parameters of choosing a project combines not only good script but also collaborating with good people.

Big B concludes 'KBC' season 10 finale shoot

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has finished shooting for the tenth season of the quiz based reality show "Kaun Banega Crorepati" ("KBC").

Cheryl plans 'to move on' from music career if comeback doesn't go well

Singer Cheryl, who has just made her musical comeback after taking some time out following the birth of her son Bear, says her attitude towards work has changed dramatically in the time she has been away. The singer said topping the charts is no more her aim and if her new music does not do well enough she may change her career path. "If (the single) goes in at 80, it's time for me to move on with my life. I'm not going to jump around working hard and spending time away from my son for that. Is the juice worth the squeeze? Is it bad if I say that if I get another No 1 that's great, and if I don't that's fine?" Cheryl told The Guardian. The former "X Factor" judge said these days she is a lot more determined to make sure she's only doing what makes her happy. "The bottom line now is this: if I'm not happy with something, and I'm not comfortable, I'm not f***ing doing it," she added. Cheryl is currently gearing up for her first live performance in four years as she is going to be ...

I experience identity crisis to a massive extent: Actor Ezra Miller (IANS Interview)

Ezra Miller feels it is easy to lose the essence of one's own identity in showbiz. The "Fantastic Beasts" star admits he experiences an identity crisis, and says that being in the industry highlights the problem like a "terrifying pimple".

Don't want to take myself too seriously: Alia Bhatt

Actress Alia Bhatt, who was last seen in "Raazi", says that she doesnt want to take herself too seriously while acting in films.

Legendary title designer Pablo Ferro dead

Pablo Ferro, who designed the title sequences for classic films like "Dr. Strangelove", "Bullitt", "Men In Black" and "A Clockwork Orange" is dead. He was 83.

IFFI 2018: Masterclasses and in-conversations by Bollywood bigwigs

Prasoon Joshi, Meghna Gulzar, David Dhawan and Shoojit Sircar are among some of the Bollywood personalities who will attend the 49th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) as part of the movie gala's Masterclasses and In-Conversations sessions. This year IFFI will celebrate the legacy of Ingmar Bergman through 'Wild at Heart Master in His Craft: Retrospective section of Ingmar Bergman' as 2018 marks the 100-year anniversary of the legendary Swedish filmmaker's birth. The In-Conversation session will be moderated by Sunit Tandon and feature Mikael Timm, Jannike Ahlund and Ulrika. While lyricist-CBFC chairman Prasoon Joshi will take a masterclass exploring the art of writing songs 'Lyrical Imagination Unleashed', singer Arijit Singh will speak about 'Hitting the Right Notes' at the movie extravaganza. The singer is also debuting as a film director at IFFI 2018 with his film "Sa". Women directors such as Meghna Gulzar, Leena Yadav and Gauri Shinde will take centrestage as they talk .

IFFI 2018: Potpourri of diverse, inclusive global cinema (Curtain Raiser)

The romanticism of cinema will engulf tourist paradise Goa as the annual International Film Festival of India (IFFI) rolls out the red carpet for its 49th edition here on Tuesday. The organisers have welcomed movie aficionados to witness a line-up of over 200 films from 68 countries, reflecting inclusivity and diversity.

Shraddha Kapoor recovers from dengue

Good news for all Shraddha Kapoor fans, as the Bollywood diva has finally recovered from dengue fever after taking a month's rest.The 31-year-old actor has regained her health and is back to work, she took to her official Instagram account to share the news and thanked everyone for their unconditional love and support.The 'Stree' actor also expressed gratitude to the film teams she is working with currently for being patient and understanding.On the work front, Shraddha was last seen in 'Stree', opposite Rajkummar Rao, the flick received immense appreciation from both audience and critics. The horror comedy also did exceptionally well at the box office. Apart from 'Stree', she was also seen in 'Batti Gul Meter Chalu' opposite Shahid Kapoor.Shraddha has three other movies in her kitty including 'Saaho' which marks her debut in the South Indian Film industry and also stars Prabhas, 'Chhichhore' and Bhushan Kumar's biopic on Indian badminton player Saina Nehwal.

Trump is melanoma: Jim Carrey

Hollywood star Jim Carrey criticised US President Donald Trump by labelling him "melanoma". According to the Hollywood Reporter, the actor-turned-artiste slammed Trump, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and other Republicans during a panel discussion at Vulture Fest here. During the session, he also asked his assistant mid-panel to post his latest political painting a portrait of McConnell as a turtle with a blue wave crashing behind him. Carrey said he was an "incredibly dangerous" threat to Homeland Security. "These are not people you can deal with. You cannot be bipartisan with a criminal. A rapist needs to be removed, not negotiated with. These people are raping our system, they're destroying it right in front of us... "This corrupt Republican congress that was...These people have to be removed from our system because they're bad for us. Trump is a melanoma, and anybody that covers for him, including Sarah Sanders, is putting makeup on it. It shows that there's a deeper ...

Experimenting a lot with my looks for my next films: Sidharth Malhotra

Actor Sidharth Malhotra, who was last seen in "Aiyaary", says he is experimenting a lot with his looks for his forthcoming films.

'Big Mouth' renewed for season 3

Animated comedy series "Big Mouth" has been renewed for a third season on streaming giant Netflix.

Shraddha back on shoot after fighting dengue

Actress Shraddha Kapoor has recommenced shooting after a "debilitating" spell of dengue. She has thanked the film teams she is currently associated with for "understanding and being patient".

Sara is star on 'Koffee With Karan'

Sara Ali Khan's debut film "Kedarnath" is around the corner. But to me her debut on Karan Johar's talkshow on Sunday night proved she's already a star.

John Williams to compose new music for 'Star Wars' Disney Parks attractions

Original "Star Wars" composer John Williams will be creating new music to be featured in Disney's much-anticipated addition to its North American theme parks, 'Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge'. According to Variety, the new music will be recorded by the London Symphony Orchestra at Abbey Road Studios. Disney Parks, Experiences and Consumer Products chairman Bob Chapek revealed at the Destination D event at Walt Disney World Resort that the two new "Star Wars" attractions will be introduced on the opening day at Disneyland and Disney's Hollywood Studios. The first, titled 'Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run', will give visitors the opportunity to pilot Han Solo's famous spacecraft. The second, 'Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance', places guests in a battle between the First Order and the Resistance. The new Star Wars land will be installed at both Disneyland and the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, and are set to open in 2019.

Amy Schumer returns to work after hospitalization

Actor and comedian Amy Schumer is back at work after her recent hospitalisation.The 37-year-old comedienne, who recently announced her pregnancy, was admitted to a hospital in Texas on account of hyperemesis gravidarum, or severe nausea, occurring during pregnancy, reported E! Online.The 'I Feel Pretty' actor had canceled a couple of comedy shows scheduled in Dallas and Austin, Texas last week due to her condition.On Saturday, she returned to the stage and performed a comedy show at the New Jersey Performing Art Center's 2,800-seat theater Prudential Hall. Following her show, she wrote on her official Instagram account, "Thanks for bringing me back to life Newark (something no one else has ever said)."The event was supposed to take place in September but was later rescheduled due to a scheduling conflict for Schumer. The star will perform shows in cities including New York City, Oakland, Seattle, Phoenix, Baltimore, Los Angeles and Chicago through November and December.Last month, ...

Jordan, Munteanu fight scenes were musical: 'Creed II' director

Director Steven Caple Jr. says fight scenes between Michael B. Jordan and Florian Munteanu while shooting "Creed II" seemed musical.

Jade Thirlwall upset over pregnancy rumours

Jade Thirlwall, a member of British band Little Mix, is upset over her pregnancy rumours -- something which has inspired her to prepare her new song "Strip".

Jessie J vows to be a mom one day

Singer Jessie J, who has been told by doctors that she would not be able to have children, is convinced she will be a mother in future.

Sara Ali Khan talks about her bond with Kareena

Sara Ali Khan, who finally made her much-awaited debut on the sets of 'Koffee with Karan' today, with her father Saif Ali Khan, opened up about her equation with her stepmom Kareena Kapoor.Commenting on how their relationship has been, post Kareena and Saif's marriage, Sara said, "Kareena still says that 'look, you have mother and you have a great mother at that.' And what I want is for us to be able to be friends."Speaking about Saif, the 'Kedarnath' actor said, "My father also never said that this is your second mother."When Karan joked about Sara calling Kareena 'choti maa' the latter replied, "I think Kareena would have a nervous breakdown if I was to call her 'choti maa'."Speaking further about Saif and her mother Amrita Singh, Sara said that they are much happier now. "I feel that it's very important to respect what other people want. I see my father today and I see my mother today and they are both much happier than I think they would have been together. And therefore everybody