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Artist paints a stay-at-home woman's dreamland
Bold brushstrokes by artist Arpita Chandra conjure up a dreamland in her ongoing solo exhibition "Dream" here, narrating the tale of women who might be physically at home, but their imagination runs wild and unrestrained.
'Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle' to premiere in India
In what will be the first premiere for a Hollywood film in India, the makers of Netflix's 'MowgliDirector Andy Serkis, actors Christian Bale, Freida Pinto, Louis Ashbourne Serkis, and newcomer Rohan Chand, who plays Mowgli in the film, will attend the world premiere, confirmed The Hollywood Reporter.Based on Rudyard Kipling's classic novel 'The Jungle Book', the movie will stream on Netflix on December 7.The all-star voice cast of the film includes Benedict Cumberbatch as the tiger Shere Khan, Cate Blanchett as the snake Kaa and director Serkis as the voice of the bear Baloo.Bale has lent his voice to the character of panther Bagheera. The movie also stars Naomie Harris, Peter Mullan, and Matthew Rhys.The trailer of the film was launched last week in Singapore at Netflix's Asia event where the streaming giant also unveiled its upcoming India slate.
Armie Hammer issues apology after questioning Stan Lee selfie tributes by fans, celebs
"Call Me By Your Name" star Armie Hammer has issued any apology for questioning the way some celebrities have honoured comic book legend Stan Lee. Lee, who revolutionized pop culture as the co-creator of iconic superheroes characters such as Spider-Man, Thor and The Hulk, died early Monday at the age of 95. Hammer, 32, in a now-deleted tweet, had disapproved the culture of posting selfies to commemorate the departed soul. "So touched by all of the celebrities posting pictures of themselves with Stan Lee no better way to commemorate an absolute legend than putting up a picture of yourself, he had tweeted. The actor was mercilessly trolled for the tweet. Actor Jeffrey Dean Morgan had posted a reply to Hammer, saying, "Looks like you found a way to use others ways of mourning and their memories to draw some attention to yourself. You sound like a real a**hat." On Friday, Hammer posted an apology, saying he "inadvertently offended" people by offering some "unnecessary social ...
'Bohemian Rhapsody': Endearing, but not a great Freddy Mercury biopic (Movie Review)
Film: "Bohemian Rhapsody"; Director: Bryan Singer; Cast: Rami Malek, Lucy Boynton, Gwilym Lee, Ben Hardy, Joseph Mazzello, Aidan Gillen, Allen Leech, Tom Hollander and Mike Myers; Rating: ***
Internet as powerful as nuclear bomb: John C. Reilly
Actor John C. Reilly feels Internet is the central issue of our time, and says it was exciting to address several concerns around it through a "fun and entertaining" story with "Ralph Breaks the Internet".
'Netflix likely to embrace ads like YouTube soon'
US' leading media streaming service provider Netflix Inc. is likely to embrace advertisements as it aims to compete head-to-head with streaming giant YouTube, an expert said.
Donald Trump is inspiring hate: Actress Katherine Waterston (IANS Interview)
Katherine Waterston gets scared when she sees leaders around the world manipulating people to create a divide. The "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" actress says US President Donald Trump is inspiring hate, and so are a lot of other leaders globally.
Ex-army officer forays into Bollywood to tell 'lost stories' of war heroes
With the heroic stories of soldiers losing their sheen by getting lost with the passage of time, a former Army officer has forayed into Bollywood with a production house, aiming to serve such legendary stories to the masses.
Nick Knowles is single
Television presenter and music artiste Nick Knowles has been linked to a plethora of women over recent months, two years since his split from wife Jessica Moor. Now he says he is single.
Don't want to be stressed: Cheryl
Discussing her battle with anxiety and life as a mother left singer Cheryl glowing. She says she doesn't want to be stressed in any way.
Fiction from the west (IANS Books This Weekend)
Read a heart-breaking love story - one that will transcend decades, continents and the workings of fate. There's also a gripping mystery and a page-turning next instalment in the ongoing story of Cormoran Strike and Robin Ellacott. Next up is a tale that illuminates the tensions that have torn communities apart and the unlikely forces - potent magic, forbidden love - that boldly attempt to bridge that divide. Finally, go through the story of a young boy destined to lead his countrymen -- not without any struggles, however.
Andy Serkis, Christian Bale to visit Mumbai for world premiere of 'Mowgli'
Actor-director Andy Serkis is coming to India for the world premiere of his Netflix film "Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle" along with the stars of the film -- Christian Bale, Frieda Pinto and newcomer Rohan Chand. "Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle" is the first time India will be the destination of a major Hollywood motion picture premiere with its lead cast in attendance. Serkis also voice stars as the fun-loving bear, Baloo and Bale lends his voice to the sombre panther, Bagheera - the man-cub's friend. The voice cast also includes Cate Blanchett as Kaa, Benedict Cumberbatch as Shere Khan, Naomie Harris as Nisha, Peter Mullan as Akela, Jack Reynor as Mowgli's brother Wolf, Eddie Marsan as Vihaan, Tom Hollander as Tabaqui and Matthew Rhys as Lockwood. The trailer of "Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle" was launched at Netflix's 'See What's Next: Asia' event held last week in Singapore. Serkis has maintained that the film is closest to the Indian roots of Rudyard Kipling's classic, and when he was
'Mary Poppins Returns' to release in India on Jan 4, 2019
Emily Blunt's "Mary Poppins Returns" will release in India on January 4 next year.
Kumail Nanjiani enters 'The Twilight Zone'
Pakistan-origin actor-comedian Kumail Nanjiani is crossing over into "The Twilight Zone". He will star in an episode of the Jordan Peele-led reboot.
'Kedarnath' a genuine attempt to create harmony: Abhishek Kapoor (IANS Interview)
Seeing a Muslim porter carrying a Hindu pilgrim on his back -- something that speaks a lot about India as a country -- left a seed in Abhishek Kapoor's heart and mind to tell a tale of "harmony" with his forthcoming Hindi film "Kedarnath".
Rapper Lil Xan announces he's going to rehab
Rapper Lil Xan has announced that he plans to check into rehab and is happy with this choice. The 22-year-old "Betrayed" rapper, whose real name is Diego Leanos, shared the news with his fans on Instagram Thursday. "I just dropped out of SoundCloud Uni to go to rehab, I leave in like 5 days And I couldn't be happier with this choice," he told his social media followers. "I love you guys for being so supportive and can't wait too get back clean headed ready to Finish my album!" Lil Xan suggested in the comments section of his post that he may change his stage name, which derives from his Xanax addiction, after his time in rehab. In response to a fan who asked, "Will your name still be Lil Xan?" the star commented, "DIEGO". The rapper had been working on a tribute album for Mac Miller, who passed away in September at the age of 26.
Elizabeth Banks and Universal working on movie version of 'Science Fair' documentary
Elizabeth Banks and Universal Studio are teaming up to bring a narrative adaptation of the 2018 documentary "Science Fair" to the big screen. The National Geographic-backed feature, which won audience awards at both Sundance and SXSW, follows nine high school students from around the globe as they navigate rivalries, setbacks and hormones on their journey to compete at the International Science and Engineering Fair. According to the Hollywood Reporter, Jordan Weiss will write the screenplay for the film. Banks will produce with Max Handelman via their Brownstone Productions. Brownstone' s Alison Small will executive produce. Cristina Costantini and Darren Foster, who wrote, directed and produced the documentary, will serve as associate producers. Universal vice president production Sara Scott will oversee on behalf of the studio.
'Mowgli...' team coming to India for world premiere
Filmmaker Andy Serkis along with Christian Bale and Freida Pinto will visit Mumbai for the world premiere of their film "Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle".
Eva Longoria to direct '24-7'
Actress Eva Longoria Baston will make her feature directorial debut with workplace comedy "24-7".
Missing Disney movie resurfaces after 70 years in Japan
A 1928 Disney animation, which predates the creation of Mickey Mouse, has resurfaced in Japan, the media reported on Friday.