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Akshay Kumar to reunite with R Balki, Fox Star Studios for 'Mission Mangal'

Akshay Kumar's next will be "Mission Mangal", which is being touted as India's first space film. This film will be a joint production between Fox Star Studios and Akshay's home production Cape Of Good Films. Both Fox Star Studios and Cape of Good Films will collaborate for two other distinct entertainers which will have Akshay in the lead, a statement issued by Fox Star read. The actor is set to reunite with his "Padman" director who will co-produce the film. "Mission Mangal" will be directed by Jagan Shakti. Akshay said he is delighted to collaborate with Fox Star Studios. He said he is looking forward to deliver meaningful and entertaining cinematic experience to the audience. "With our combined energies we hope to create content that not only excites but also empowers," the actor said in a statement. Citing example of their last collaboration, "Jolly LLB 2" that turned to be one of the biggest hits of 2017, Vijay Singh, CEO, Fox Star Studios, said he is happy to partner with Akshay

Demi Lovato out of rehab

Singer Demi Lovato is out of the rehab, three months after being hospitalised.The 26-year-old, who was at a rehab center following an apparent overdose in July, was spotted outside a restaurant in Los Angeles on Saturday, according to TMZ. The report added she was seen sitting beside clothing designer Henry Levy inside a car.Lovato was rushed to the hospital on July 24 after an apparent drug overdose. In September, she was spotted for the first time following her almost-fatal drug overdose.Last month, the singer's mother, Dianna De La Garza revealed she had been "90 days sober now.

MTV EMA 2018: Who won what

Camila Cabello was the big winner at the 2018 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMA).The 21-year-old, who was nominated for six awards, took home three of them, including Best Artist, Best Song and Best Video for 'Havana'.Nicki Minaj, Shawn Mendes and Cardi B were also among the winners at the event, which took place in Bilbao, Spain. While Hailee Steinfeld hosted the show, Janet Jackson, Marshmello, Minaj, among others took to the stage to perform their hits.Here's the complete list of winners, as reported by Billboard:BEST ARTISTCamila CabelloBEST VIDEOCamila Cabello - "Havana" ft. Young ThugBEST SONGCamila Cabello - "Havana" ft. Young ThugBEST POPDua LipaBEST NEWCardi BBEST LOOKNicki MinajBEST HIP HOPNicki MinajBEST LIVEShawn MendesBEST ROCK5 Seconds of SummerBEST ALTERNATIVEPanic! At the DiscoBEST ELECTRONICMarshmelloBIGGEST FANSBTSBEST WORLD STAGEAlessia Cara, MTV Spotlight @ Hyperplay, Singapore 2018BEST PUSHGrace VanderWaal (December 2017)BEST U.S./WORLDWIDE ACT.

Writer Haruki Murakami plans archive at Japanese university

Haruki Murakami is planning an archive at his Japanese alma mater that will include drafts of his best-selling novels, his translation work and his massive collection of music, a personal passion that has been a key part of his stories. "I'm more than happy if those materials can contribute in any way for those who want to study my works," the Japanese writer said at a news conference with officials at Waseda University, where the library and archive will be housed. "I hope it would be a place for cultural exchanges with positive and open atmosphere," Murakami said. Now 69 and one of the world's most popular and acclaimed novelists, Murakami began writing before graduating from Waseda in 1975. His debut, "Hear the Wind Sing," came out in 1979, and the 1987 romantic novel "Norwegian Wood" was his first best-seller, establishing him as a young literary star. His latest novel, "Killing Commendatore," recently hit U.S. bookstores. Media-shy Murakami said Sunday's event was his first ...

Cheryl deletes her Instagram page

Singer Cheryl has deleted her entire Instagram page in preparation for her big musical comeback.

Demi Lovato steps out of rehab, looks sober

Singer Demi Lovato, who is sober since over 90 days, stepped out of rehab here and looked clean and radiant.

Why 'A Star Is Born' lost Beyonce, Clint Eastwood

At one point, Beyonce and Clint Eastwood were to be the stars of "A Star Is Born". But then the singer-actress got pregnant and the latter took up another project, says the film's producer.

'Pahuna - The Little Visitors' to release on Dec 7

Priyanka Chopra's maiden Sikkimese production "Pahuna - The Little Visitors" will hit the screens on December 7.

For an actor, getting Mani Ratnam film is Harvard-like: Dulquer (Lead, correcting para 2)

Actor Dulquer Salman, who worked under Mani Ratnam's direction in "O Kadhal Kanmani", says for any actor to work with the acclaimed filmmaker is like going to the world's top university.

Hugh 'Wolverine' Jackman gets trolled by Ryan Reynolds

Hugh Jackman just got trolled by his fellow Hollywood actor Ryan Reynolds.Reynolds of 'Deadpool' fame took to Twitter and posted a parody video about how 'The Wolverine' star Jackman is contesting for the United States Presidential elections.Reynolds does the commentary in the 40-second-long mock political advertisement. Released on Friday, the video talks about Jackman's recent movie 'The Front Runner', where the 'X Men' star plays the role of a onetime presidential candidate Gary Hart.The video, inspired by the mid-term election season, begins on a hilarious note as the introductory title reads, "But before voting begins, some people should consider these facts".Upping the comic quotient, the video goes on to point out that Hugh Jackman isn't his real name.In the next frame, a birth certificate of the 'The Greatest Showman' star appears which reveals his name as Hugh Michael Jackman.The video even mocks about Hugh being from Milwaukee despite the individual speaking in "a charming ..

Steve McQueen's next film may be a musical

Oscar-winning American filmmaker Steve McQueen will possibly direct a musical for his next project.McQueen of '12 Years A Slave' fame, in an interview with British Commentator Andrew Marr in his own talk show, revealed his desire to direct a musical as one of his next projects, reported Deadline.He said that in order to make himself happy, he wants to direct a musical as he believes currently the world is "dark, it's heavy, there's no ifs, buts, maybes about it, it's so unsure and uncertain". He even added that his aim would be to make everyone in the process.McQueen is currently promoting Viola Davis starrer crime drama 'Widows', which will release in the United Kingdom on November 6 and on November 16 in the United States.'Widows' is a thriller about a group of women who takes a vow to finish the heist their husbands died attempting. It stars Elizabeth Debicki, Michelle Rodriquez, Cynthia Erivo, Liam Neeson, Colin Farrell, Brian Tyree Henry, Robert Duvall and Daniel KaluuyaThe ...

Kim Kardashian wishes 'Pretty' Kendall on her birthday

Reality TV star Kim Kardashian wished her sister Kendall Jenner on her 23rd birthday in the cutest manner possible.On Saturday, Kardashian posted a throwback picture of herself and her sister back when she was a baby.In the picture, baby Kendall Jenner can be seen sitting with folded legs atop her big sister Kim.Kim, in her post, claimed her sister as one of the prettiest human beings and wished her all the luck for the coming future."Happy Birthday @kendalljenner I've never met a sweeter or prettier human being and someone who has so much fun in life! I hope you get everything you've ever dreamed of for your birthday because you deserve it! I'm so happy you are my sister. I love you," she wrote.Kendall, who is an American model and a reality TV star, is well known for starring in 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians' along with Kim Kardashian.Jenner, who did multiple cover shoots for various international Vogue editions and even walked for Victoria's Secret, was at one point a brand ...

Drake accuses Vancouver Casino of racial discrimination

Hollywood rapper Drake on Saturday accused a Casino in Vancouver for racially discriminating him.The rapper on Saturday, in his Instagram story, labelled Vancouver's Parq Casino as the worst-run business after he was barred from any kind of gambling activities which are otherwise available to others.In a statement issued by the Casino authorities, they apologised to Drake for the experience he had gone through during his visit, reported The Hollywood Reporter.The Casino authorities further mentioned that they are strictly against "racism of any kind".In the statement, the authorities also said that they are constantly improving their communications process to ensure that these "new regulations are better understood by everyone" as it is their duty to provide "a safe, secure and enjoyable experience for all".In October, his song 'In My Feelings' broke into the number three spot on the list of Top 10 songs, sitting ahead of 'The Beatles' at 34 and Madonna at 38. Rihanna, Michael ...

'Hamid' concludes Dharamshala International Film Festival

The seventh edition of Dharamshala International Film Festival (DIFF) came to an end on Sunday with the screening of Aijaz Khan's "Hamid".

Shakun Batra discussed film project on Osho with Aamir

Filmmaker Shakun Batra has started working on his film based on the life of Osho, the spiritual leader Rajneesh, and has spoken to Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan about the project.

Never felt competitive with Salman, Shah Rukh: Aamir Khan

While one of the superstars of Bollywood Salman Khan suggested another superstar Shah Rukh Khan to hear the script of the upcoming film 'Zero', it is no secret that Aamir Khan suggested Shah Rukh's name to Rakesh Sharma's biopic that finally Shah Rukh will start shooting for next year.

'Hamid' wins hearts at Dharamshala International Film Festival

Hamid, Kashmir set drama directed by filmmaker Aijaz Khan, gave an emotional send-off to the seventh edition of Dharmashala International Film Festival Sunday . Hamid became the closing feature of the festival after the organisers decided to drop Ere Gowda's debut directorial venture Balekempa following sexual harassment allegations against him. The film revolves around the little boy, Hamid, whose father has gone missing and according to his mother he has gone to Allah. When he is told that 786 is God's number, he decides to call Allah with his father's old mobile phone. He gets in touch with Abhay, a CRPF officer, and the two unknowingly change each other's lives. The kind of response I have received here at DIFF is overwhelming. I hope Hamid's innocence captures more and more hearts, Aijaz told PTI. The film was screened at the Hermann Gmeiner Auditorium in the Tibet Children's Village School. A special panel discussion on the #MeToo movement in India was also conducted on the ...

Athiya Shetty to spend 26th birthday working

Actress Athiya Shetty, who will turn 26 on Monday, says she finds a feel-good factor about spending her special day working.

For an actor, getting Mani Ratnam film is Harvard-like: Dulquer

Actor Dulquer Salman, who worked under Mani Ratnam's direction in "O Kadhal Kanmani", says for any actor to work with the acclaimed filmmaker is like going to the world's top university.

Man slashes self after failing to meet actor Shah Rukh Khan

A 26-year-old man Sunday slashed himself with a blade outside the residence of film superstar Shah Rukh Khan in suburban Bandra after failing to meet him, police said. Dharavi resident Mohammad Salim Alauddin sustained minor injuries in the neck in the incident, which occurred in the early hours Sunday, and was discharged from nearby Bhabha hospital following preliminary treatment, police said. Alauddin wanted to meet Khan and had been waiting for three hours in vain outside the actor's residence, Girish Anavkar, Senior Inspector of Bandra police station said. Incidentally, Friday was Khan's 53rd birthday.