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'Kingsman 3' will freak out fans: Matthew Vaughn
Director Matthew Vaughn says fans should expect the unexpected from the upcoming third movie in the "Kingsman" franchise. Fox Studios announced the film last September with Vaughn attached as writer and director. "People will either freak out in a good way, or freak out in a bad way, but they will freak out. You can expect the unexpected is all I'll say... we're literally finishing the script off as I speak but they go on a journey that, if anyone sees it coming, then I'll give up," he told The Playlist. The director said he is planning to start production on the film later this year, with an expected release date of 2021. Vaughn added that if people like the film, the makers would want to come up with "more Kingsman movies in the franchise". He also revealed the team recently completed shooting for the "Kingsman" prequel movie, tentatively titled "The Great Game". "Next year you're getting The Great Game. It's wrapped. (But) it's not actually called The Great Game. I don't know what
Ben Kingsley reveals inspiration for 'Iron Man 3' role
Veteran actor Ben Kingsley has revealed he based his controversial character of Mandarin from "Iron Man 3" on people he met during his time at Royal Shakespeare Company, London. Kingsley made his foray into the Marvel Cinematic Universe with the 2013 film, led by Robert Downey Jr. He played a British actor called Trevor Slattery whom antagonist Killian (Guy Pearce) hires to portray the Mandarin, leader of an international terrorist organisation the Ten Rings. "I did base him on some of the actors I rubbed shoulders with in the Royal Shakespeare Company... "It is his finest hour. It is his greatest performance. I think, in all humility, I must say that Trevor is quite a splendid actor," the Oscar winning actor told GQ magazine. Directed by Shane Black, "Iron Man 3" also starred Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, Rebecca Hall and Jon Favreau.
Tony Awards red carpet to pay homage to Homosexual Pride events
The Tony Awards, which recognise excellence in live Broadway theatre, will celebrate the Pride Month in a unique way.The red carpet outside this year's Tony Awards may be a bit more colourful than usual. Since Vogue's editor-in-chief, Anna Wintour, joined the Tony Awards team a few years back to help make the festivities more exciting and attractive, there have been plenty of rich tones and floral prints.Expect more this year as the Tony Awards red carpet will pay homage to New York City Pride and WorldPride events which will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall riots in Manhattan.Rainbow themes celebrating Pride Month and Gay Pride events wouldn't come as a surprise. However, it is unclear how the red carpet will be transformed.Wintour did not give anything away about this year's red carpet theme but did take a moment to appreciate the ranks for their hard work this year."This was an extraordinary, risk-taking year for Broadway," the editor-in-chief of Vogue ...
Never compared myself with star kids: Kriti Sanon
Actor Kriti Sanon says she never compared herself with star kids as she was treated "equally" in her debut "Heropanti" opposite Tiger Shroff. "I don't think I compared myself with star kids. I was launched with one. There was no point where I felt I needed to compare myself," Kriti told PTI. The actor says both of them were not only treated like equals but also promoted like one. "Both Tiger and I were equally new. We were learning like little babies. Fortunately, my producer and director always treated the film as the launch of two newcomers, not one. That never made me feel like there was a difference. "The way we were treated, how we were promoted, it was so equal. I never felt the need for a comparison." Starting out in 2014, the actor found success in two consecutive hits "Bareilly Ki Barfi" and "Luka Chuppi" and Kriti says the trick for her is to balance things out. "You need to have a balance to do something for personal satisfaction and also to reach out to maximum number of ..
Miranda Richardson excited about 'Game of Thrones' prequel
Miranda Richardson is all set to star in the much anticipated prequel to "Game of Thrones" but like many fans, she too was divided about how the fantasy drama ended its eight year run. The actor, who currently stars in Amazon Prime Video's "Good Omens", however, is tight-lipped about her role in the prequel where she stars alongside Naomi Watts. "I can say absolutely nothing except that I'm thrilled and I'm really looking forward to it," she said when asked about her role. About "Game of Thrones", which ended last month, and its highly-divisive finale season, Miranda says she has "opinions" but was not entirely unhappy like many others. "I have my opinions about certain aspects of it. I'm not unhappy but it all comes down to personal choices in the end," the actor told PTI. The prequel series is set almost thousand year before the events depicted in "Game of Thrones". It will chronicle the world's descent from the golden Age of Heroes into its darkest hour. From the horrifying secrets
'The Lion King' new teaser: Hear Beyonce as Simba's bae for the first time
After the full-trailer release of the live-action remake of 'The Lion King' in April, Disney has released a new teaser of the much-anticipated film.In the new preview, we can hear Beyonce voicing the role of Nala, Simba's bae, for the very first time.The 30-second teaser starts with Nala telling Simba that he needs to take his place as king."We need you. Come home," she tells him.The teaser ends with Timon and Pumbaa announcing their arrival."Calm down, we are here. The backup has arrived," the duo said.The film will see Donald Glover lending his voice to the much-loved character of Simba. While John Oliver will be heard as Zazu and Seth Rogen will lend his voice to Pumbaa.With the screenplay written by Jeff Nathanson and songs by legends like Elton John and Time Rice, the movie will be directed by Jon Favreau.James Earl Jones, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Billy Eichner, and Alfre Woodard are also a part of the cast ensemble.The film will hit the theatres on July 19.A few days back Beyonce had ..
Shekhar Kapur doesn't need cars to prove 'self esteem'
Acclaimed filmmaker Shekhar Kapur finds it silly to own a car in Mumbai and says he does not need them to prove his self esteem.
Jay-Z is officially 1st hip-hop billionaire
Rapper Jay-Z is the first hip-hop artist to become a billionaire, according to Forbes.
Miley Cyrus groped by fan in Barcelona, singer felt 'unsettled' after incident
Pop star Miley Cyrus was groped and kissed by a male fan during an outing with husband, actor Liam Hemsworth, in Barcelona, Spain. The former Disney star was grabbed by her hair by a stranger who threw an arm around her neck to pull her in for a kiss. The video of the incident, which happened over the weekend, showed Cyrus, 26, trying to avoid physical contact with the man and as her security team stepped in to intervene. Hemsworth, 29, was also spotted wrapping his arm around his wife and trying to save her from any other inappropriate behaviour as they headed to their car. A source close to the singer told E! Online she was "unsettled" by the incident. "She always respects her fans' enthusiasm... She is certainly unsettled by this. But is doing fine now," the source said.
Charlize Theron to be conferred with American Cinematheque Award
The Oscar-winning actress, Charlize Theron has been selected for the 2019 American Cinematheque Award.The award will be presented on November 8 at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif, Variety reported."The American Cinematheque is extremely pleased to honour Charlize Theron as the 33rd recipient of the American Cinematheque Award at our celebration this year," said American Cinematheque chairman Rick Nicita."Charlize Theron is making a significant contribution to the art of motion pictures while breaking through outmoded limitations on what an actress and producer can do.""She won the Academy Award for transforming herself unrecognizably into a serial killer in 'Monster' and she earned another Oscar nomination for 'North Country,'" Nicita added.Nicita further said that Theron has shown her fierce physicality in acclaimed action films like 'Mad Max: Fury Road' and 'Atomic Blonde.'"She gave us portraits of troubled women in Golden Globe-nominated performances in 'Young Adult' and
'Dead to Me' renewed for second season
Dark comedy series "Dead to Me" will return for a season two at Netflix. According to Entertainment Weekly, creator Liz Feldman made the announcement at a panel with the cast on Monday. "Dead to Me" revolves around "a powerful friendship that blossoms between Jen, a tightly wound widow, and Judy, a free spirit with a shocking secret". The show's leads Christina Applegate and Linda Cardellini will both reprise their roles as Jen and Judy, respectively. Feldman teased plans for a potential sophomore installment recently. "It will be about the further exploration of this friendship, and relationship, and now very complicated dynamic, or even more complicated dynamic between these two women. "What I wanted to do was create a situation where they're forced together, and they need each other now in some ways more than they did at the beginning of season once," Feldman said at the time. The first season also stars James Marsden.
Diplo didn't think Joe Jonas, Sophie Turner's wedding was serious
When singer-songwriter Joe Jonas and actor Sophie Turner tied the knot they took everyone by surprise. So much so that, their friend DJ Diplo thought that the wedding wasn't real.The 40-year-old DJ said that he had no idea that the wedding nuptials were legit, reported E! News.Diplo told Ryan Seacrest during a radio interview on Monday, "I didn't know it was a serious wedding. I really didn't know it was going on."The star explained that he was hanging out with Jonas after the 2019 Billboard Music Awards when it happened and there were "mad people with cameras.""I didn't know I was like the only person recording this thing," he said."There was a story that came out that he was like mad about me. He called me today to apologize," Diplo said."Guess I'm ruining it now because I was going to continue to have beef with him. Pay attention to me and Jonas' beef because I'm coming for him," the DJ added.Diplo's comments come days after Jonas and Turner unexpectedly tied the knot last month in
Shooting 'Sooryavanshi' in Bangkok extra special: Akshay Kumar
Bollywood star Akshay Kumar is currently filming his upcoming movie "Sooryavanshi" in Bangkok, Thailand, and the actor says shooting his own stunts in the city makes him feel nostalgic. The 51-year-old actor learned combat sport Muay Thai and worked as a chef and waiter in Bangkok before making it big in the movies. "I always have a lot of fun doing my own stunts. Rohit is anyway a class apart when it comes to action in his films. And doing these bike stunts on the streets of Bangkok was extra special. "Many years back I would ride a bike in Bangkok to deliver food. Now I am doing the same all over again, to earn my food," Akshay said in a statement. Directed by Rohit Shetty, "Sooryavanshi" is the fourth movie in the filmmaker's cop universe. The first three films were "Singham", "Singham Returns" and "Simmba". The movie features Katrina Kaif in the lead opposite Akshay. Presented by Reliance Entertainment, the film is produced by Rohit Shetty Picturez in association with Dharma ...
Fergie not requesting spousal support from Josh Duhamel
Singer Fergie is not seeking any spousal support from former husband actor Josh Duhamel amid their divorce proceedings. According to court documents obtained by The Blast, the recording artiste does not want either side to pay spousal support to the other. Fergie also wants each side to pay their own legal fees. She lists the date of separation as April 1, 2017. She has requested for the joint legal and physical custody of their son, five-year-old Axl Jack Duhamel. When the split is finalised, Fergie has also asked the court to restore her name, Stacy Ann Ferguson. Earlier this week, the former Black Eyed Peas singer filed for divorce from Duhamel almost two years after their separation. They announced their split in September 2017 after eight years of marriage.
Rose Leslie attends music festival amid Kit Harington's treatment
Actor Rose Leslie appeared to be in good spirits amid her husband and actor Kit Harington's stay at a wellness centre.Leslie looked beautiful in a blue floral dress and sneakers. She was spotted spending time with her friends at the All Points East music festival at Victoria Park in London over the weekend, reported E! News.The 'Good Fight' actor was seen smiling with her friends, including Carey Mulligan, while watching the performance.Last month, Harington checked into a wellness retreat. Harington's rep confirmed to E! News that the 'Game of Thrones' actor had checked into the centre to "work on some personal issues."The 32-year-old actor has been on a health retreat in Connecticut for about a month. He checked in weeks before the 'GoT' final episode aired.Leslie, who starred as Ygritte on 'GoT', is said to be a major support system for her husband during his tough time."Rose is very supportive and proud of him for recognising that he needed to take care of himself," a source ...
Ciara opens up about her and Future's split
During her appearance on Red Table Talk, Ciara opened up about the pain she felt after her split with ex-fiance, Future in 2014."I'd have moments in the shower when I would be crying," she told hosts Jada Pinkett Smith, Willow Smith and Adrienne Banfield-Jones, reported E! News."I had a few moments when I'd be crying in different settings--crying in the bedroom, crying in the shower...I'd be crying because I am not in the happiest place, and it hurts what I'm going through," she continued.Ciara and Future broke-up after rumours of Future allegedly cheating on Ciara surfaced. They are parents to Future Zahir.Ciara, now married to Russell Wilson still remembers the pain she went through after she and Future called it quits."None of it was ideal," she said."I grew up with my mom and dad being together, the idea of it being, 'Mommy and Daddy made baby,' and then all of a sudden you're living your life in front of the world," the 33-year-old star explained."'I feel like I'm failing right ..
Ellie Kemper pregnant
Actor Ellie Kemper is expecting her second child with husband, comic Michael Koman. A representative for the "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" star confirmed the news to E! News. Speculation that Kemper could be pregnant started doing the rounds last week when her personal stylist, Jessica Paster, described her as a "beautiful mommy to be" on Instagram. "The Office" alum and Koman are already parents to son James Miller Koman, who is two years old.
Thought my career would end with 'Beetlejuice' release: Alec Baldwin
Veteran actor Alec Baldwin has revealed that he felt Tim Burton's 1988 film "Beetlejuice" would destroy his career as he was unable to understand the director's vision while shooting. Baldwin, who starred opposite Geena Davis in the movie, said he was not only worried about himself but the whole team. "When we did 'Beetlejuice', I had no idea what it was about. I thought my, all of our, careers are going to end with the release of this film. Maybe we're all going to be dead," Baldwin told GQ magazine. The 61-year-old actor said it was lead star Michael Keaton's performance which made him confident about the success of the movie. "Michael came and knew the secret. Because I would act and then I would have some doubts. I was much more neurotic about what I would do, and I was very young starting out in films. And Keaton just came out and he was like the comedy Annie Oakley. He was so self-assured. He just tore it up," he said. Talking about Burton, Baldwin said he was brilliant, but ...
Vijay Varma to have cameo in 'Super 30'
Vijay Varma will be seen in a cameo in "Super 30", starring Hrithik Roshan in the lead. The actor, who was last seen in "Gully Boy" as Moeen, has been an admirer of Hrithik's work. "Super 30", based on the life of mathematician Anand Kumar and his educational programme Super 30. Details of his role are currently under wraps but Vijay said he is looking forward to the film's release. "While I can't say much about the part, what I can tell is that when I heard the story of 'Super 30' and about Anand sir who literally changed so many lives I knew I wanted to be a part of this story," the actor said in a statement. Vijay's acting credits also include "Monsoon Shootout", "Pink" and "Rangrezz", among others. "Super 30", directed by Vikas Bahl, and also featuring Amit Sadh, Mrunal Thakur and Nandish Sandhu, is set to be released on July 12. The film's trailer releases on Tuesday.
Barry Jenkins to direct biopic based on Alvin Ailey
Oscar-winning director Barry Jenkins is all set to treat his fans with his next project--a biopic about the late legendary choreographer and dancer Alvin Ailey.Fox Searchlight first announced the upcoming project in March, last year, saying it had the support of the Ailey Organisation, reported Variety.Singer-songwriter Alicia Keys is producing the film with Susan Lewis, along with Judy Kinberg, Rachel Cohen, and Jana Edelbaum.Apart from donning the director's hat, Jenkins will also serve as an executive producer alongside Edelbaum and Lewis. Julian Breece is writing the script for the movie.The upcoming project includes the rights to Jennifer Dunning's biography 'Alvin Ailey: A Life in Dance'. The producers will be working with the dance company's artistic director Robert Battle and artistic director emerita Judith Jamison.Jenkins's upcoming biopic currently has no release date and the rest of the details about the film has been kept under wraps.Jenkins won an Oscar for best adapted .