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Ranveer Singh Joins LIKE App to Showcase Fun Videos for Fans
/ -- Bollywood heartthrob Ranveer Singh has recently associated with LIKE app, a venture of BIGO Technology, the popular short video platform with special effects for its Diwali Campaign. Ranveer has been treating his fans to his creative genius since he has joined the app. Using the various funky features available on the app, the actor has been sharing some great videos on the social media. His first video was a creative and lighter take on the character of Khilji from Padmavaat. Dressed in a custom-made Khilji shirt the Bollywood actor gave a new spin to the song 'Khalibali' and re-christened it as 'Khalibali Encore'. In fact, Ranveer shared a very special Diwali video for his fans that was created using the LIKE App. Dressed in the festive fervour the actor grooved to his hit number 'Gallan Goodiyan' from 'Dil Dhadakne Do', followed by festive greetings for his fans. Not only these two videos have been loved by the fans, they have also created a curiosity about the app. With two ..
'True Blood' alum Anna Paquin joins 'The Affair' for final season
Former "True Blood" actress Anna Paquin will have a role in the upcoming fifth season of Showtimes hit drama "The Affair".
Sidharth, Aditya sip a 'handsome cup of Koffee' with Karan
Bollywood superstars Sidharth Malhotra and Aditya Roy Kapur are all set to sip "a handsome cup of Koffee" with Karan Johar.The host of the show and television's favourite anchor, Karan Johar has been actively sharing various videos and pictures from the sets of the show. He recently took to his official Instagram account to tease the audience with a monochrome picture of Sidharth and Aditya posing with him.The post read, "A HANDSOME cup of Koffee never hurt anyone! The boys had a blast! #koffeewithkaran @s1dofficial#adityaroykapoor @starworldindia@hotstar #comingsoon."Aditya looked dapper in a leather jacket while Sidharth looked suave in a black t-shirt with a blazer. On the other hand, Karan rocked his look with a starry black suit.The sixth season of the chat show premiered on October 21 with Bollywood divas Deepika Padukone and Alia Bhatt as the first guests. The second episode was a fun-filled ride as it featured actors Akshay Kumar and Ranveer Singh, while the third episode ...
John Mayer discusses his struggle with early fame
American singer-songwriter John Mayer admitted that he struggled with fame when he made it big in the 2000s."I probably had a run in my life where I was not aware that there was anything I couldn't have. And it made a monster out of me," Fox News quoted the 41-year-old as saying while addressing his controversial reputation to Billboard on Friday (local time).Recalling incidents from his past, Mayer went on to say that he only made peace with the onset of his 40s after a few more months of "kicking and screaming."This isn't the first time that Mayer has discussed how much his past continues to impact him today.During an episode of his Instagram live show 'Current Mood' in October, Mayer claimed that women are not interested in dating him after drawing criticism in 2010 for comments he made about his exes.
Films are very designed these days, says screenwriter Urmi Juvekar
Urmi Juvekar, screenwriter of films "Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!" and "Shanghai", believes films and their stories are becoming more and more formulaic. She said writing process for a series or a mini-series is completely different from a film as it gives storytellers the scope to explore their characters. "In terms of writing, its challenging because it keeps changing. What we don't get in films is different character arcs and also what happens in life, people change and actually see them change on screen," Juvekar said. "So it's an all-in-all investment and I think those are very sustained challenges. We were never used to construct our stories like that. Imitate life yet redefine. I find films very designed these days," she added. She was speaking at a session during Netflix's See What's Next: Asia event here. "I found that this format pushes your boundaries of collaboration. To kind of work with so many stakeholders, people who have bright and interesting opinions, and to put it all ...
'96': An ode to love, pure, simple, untainted by sex (Column: Bollywood Spotlight)
While I watched the new Vijay Sethupathi blockbuster "'96", I couldn't help thinking back to Anurag Kashyap's "Manmarziyaan" where Vicky Kaushal and Taapsee Pannu couldn't keep their hands off each other.
Netflix is disrupting the system in India, says Madhuri Dixit
Netflix's Indian content has often been characterised as niche by the critics due to lack of mainstream features as compared to its rivals but actor Madhuri Dixit believes the streaming giant has disrupted the Indian film industry. "I think stars will always be the stars but this is like a ground breaking thing where you disrupt the system and Netflix is doing that," Dixit said at a panel discussion during the See What's Next: Asia event here. The 51-year-old actor said Netflix provided the options to its users and to drive her point home, she cited the example of her Marathi feature "Bucket List" and its Hollywood namesake starring Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman. "The thing is that people choose whatever they want whenever they want. I did 'Bucket List' recently and when I type it in, it offered me Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman's 'Bucket List'. So you have choices, genres and all that you like, even suggestions. It's a disruptor. I think it has a long way to go. Cinema will ...
Submerge to launch music label
Mumbai-based dance music booking agency, curator and artiste management company Submerge, which has clocked 15 years, is launching a music label.
#MeToo movement has been hijacked by some self-interest: Vishal Krishna
Tamil film star Vishal Krishna, General Secretary of the South Indian Artistes Association and President of Tamil Film Producers Council, is working relentlessly with his peers to knock down the walls that separate sexual harassment in the different film industries in India.
Facebook quietly rolls out short-format video app 'Lasso'
Facebook has launched a video app "Lasso" that enables users to make and share short-format videos with filters and special effects.
Ambrus Jewels by Arpit Goyal Unveils its First Flagship Store in Delhi With Scintillating Nimrat Kaur
/ -- Ambrus Jewels by Arpit Goyal, inspired by a rich heritage and the beauty of rich culture, make the brand a matter of high-end and luxe experience. Breaking the traditions of four generations of book publishing in the name of Goyal Brother Prakashan, Arpit Goyal headed towards unearthing the most precious stones in the world and transforming them into brilliant jewellery pieces to be treasured as an heirloom for a lifetime and beyond. The company unveiled its first flagship store at Defence Colony in South Delhi on 31st October 2018. Comprising of an exquisite range of rings, earrings, necklaces, and pendants the exclusive collection is a beautiful melange of enigmatic designs and inspired by the poetry of beauty. Tapping this Diwali and wedding season, the store has come up with lucrative offers and discounts. It is offering up to 30 per cent discount on diamond jewellery and making charges. The launch was graced by Bollywood actress Nimrat Kaur of 'Lunchbox' and 'Airlift' and ...
Malaysian-Tamil music artiste joins hands with Anuradha Sriram
Malaysian-Tamil reggae artiste-music producer Sasi The Don has recorded a song with singer Anuradha Sriram, who has frequently collaborated with popular musicians like A.R. Rahman and Shankar Ehsaan Loy.
Meet Shahid-Mira's son: Zain Kapoor
Here's the first picture of Shahid Kapoor and Mira Rajput Kapoor's baby boy, Zain Kapoor.Mommy Mira took to social media to officially introduce Zain to the world. Along with a close-up picture of her little bundle of joy, she wrote on Instagram, "Hello World"In the pic, Zain looks adorable in maroon-coloured clothes.Shahid and Mira became proud parents for the second time on September 5. At the time, the 'Padmaavat' actor had taken to Twitter to share the name of his son, writing, "Zain Kapoor is here and we feel complete. Thank you for all the wishes and blessings. We are overjoyed and so grateful. Love to all."The couple, who share a daughter named Misha, announced in April that they are expecting their second kid by posting a picture of Misha with a message 'Big sister' written in the background.Shahid tied the knot with Delhi-based Mira Rajput on July 7, 2015.
Sonu Nigam teams up with Kumar Sanu's daughters
Sonu Nigam has collaborated with fellow music artiste Kumar Sanu's daughters -- Shannon K, also a singer, and Annabel, a lyricist.
Martin becomes 'mess' after separating with Gwyneth
Coldplay rocker Chris Martin has confessed that he was 'a mess' after splitting from his wife Gwyneth Paltrow in 2014.
Halsey, John are just 'friends'
Singer Halsey has silenced rumours that she is dating singer-composer John Mayer.
Switzerland enters Oscars race with 'Eldorado'
It is now Switzerland which entered the Oscars race, by officially choosing the film 'Eldorado' as a worthy contender under the 'foreign language film' category.'Eldorado', the documentary directed by Markus Imhoof, which talks about the plight of refugees, is inspired from the director's own childhood experiences, especially his relation to a young Italian girl post World War-II, reported Deadline.His Swiss family took the young girl, Giovanna as a refugee, but unfortunately was sent back to her home country.In the documentary, he draws a parallel between his personal loss and the refugee crisis.He also shot the Italian Warships which took part in 'Operation Mare Nostrum' which was aimed to tackle the sudden surge of refugee migration. He even recorded asylum hearings where Swiss authorities denied entry to refugees.The film received a Special mention from the jury of the Amnesty International Film Prize after premiering at the Berlin Film Festival earlier this year.Previously, ...
Backstreet Boys are set to be back with DNA tour
American band 'Backstreet Boys' are set to be back, as they announced their comeback world tour on Friday.They announced the world tour where they will promote their album 'DNA', which will see a January 25, 2019 release, reported E! Online.The 'DNA tour' is being touted to be one of the biggest tours in 18 years where fans will be able to see Nick Carter, Howie Dorough, Brian Littrell, A. J. McLean and Kevin Richardson perform.In order to create more hype about their tour, they released a single from the upcoming album, which is titled 'Chances', written by Shawn Mendes and Ryan Tedder.Band member Howie Dorough, in a statement, revealed that it has been learning experience from the point when the group began 26 years ago.Dorough voicing the excitement of his fellow members said this is the time for them to visit their fans from "all over the world".Another member Littrell said that the journey will be exciting as they still have "much left to do", that is entertaining their fans. ...
Chris Martin felt 'worthless' after splitting with Gwyneth Paltrow
Coldplay lead singer Chris Martin revealed that he felt miserable after parting ways with Hollywood actor Gwyneth Paltrow in 2014.In his upcoming documentary 'Coldplay: A Head Full of Dreams' he said he was in a great deal of pain after his marriage with Paltrow ended, reported E! Online.Martin also said that he is not able to enjoy "great things around" him. The singer further said that despite feeling miserable he confirmed that he will never moan about the past relationship.Martin credited his friends for helping him recuperate from the pain of separation and called it a "journey from ultimate loneliness to ultimate togetherness".His bandmates Guy Berryman, Jonny Buckland, and Will Champion were said to be concerned about his mental health.Post the breakup Martin and Paltrow are in good terms as they share two children.
JK Rowling credits 'Harry Potter' fans for 'Fantastic Beasts' series
Ahead of the premiere of upcoming fantasy film 'Fantastic BeastsSpeaking to Entertainment Weekly, she said the Harry Potter fandom is "the most remarkable in the world".Expressing her gratitude to the ardent 'Harry Potter' fans, she said the 'Fantastic Beasts' series has come a long way since the film 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to find them' was released in 2016.She further said that the loyalty and passion for the Harry Potter stories made her write even more, and added that without their support she wouldn't have "written these movies".'Fantastic Beasts' is a joint UK-USA production, and a prequel to the eight 'Harry Potter' movies which starred Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson.