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'2.0' trailer: The reboot of superpower

The wait is finally over! The trailer of Rajinikanth and Akshay Kumar's highly anticipated '2.0' is out and the mammoth project ensures to 'reboot superpower.'In the film, Rajinikanth is reprising his role as Dr Vaseegaran and Chitti- the robot- while Akshay Kumar plays his nemesis, Richard- a scientist who becomes eccentric after an experiment goes wrong.Touted as one of the most expensive films in the history of cinema, it witnesses Kumar as the antagonist and Rajinikanth will be seen saving the world from his wrath.The trailer shows 'Khiladi' Kumar as the mysterious supervillain, who hates mobile phones and has the superpower to control all of them. He says, "People using cell phones are criminals."On the other hand, Rajinikanth, as Chitti, tries to save the world and "sets the screens on fire."During the grand launch of the trailer, Akshay said that he has learned a lot from Shankar. "Shankar is a scientist, not a director," added the 51-year-old star.This is the first time that ..

Nearly Rs 600 crore spent on '2.0', says Rajinikanth

The trailer of superstar Rajinikanth's forthcoming multilingual science-fiction action drama "2.0" was unveiled on Saturday at a grand event here.

HBO irked over Donald Trump's use of 'Game of Thrones' slogan

HBO has expressed its displeasure over US President Donald Trump's usage of the slogan for its hit show "Game of Thrones". Trump on Friday tweeted a meme with the words, "Sanctions are coming - November 5", written in text reminiscent of the "Game of Thrones" title font. The meme's slogan apparently resembled to "Game of Thrones" original catchphrase "Winter is Coming". Trump posted it to indicate that his administration will be reinstating all US sanctions on Iran which were removed under the 2015 nuclear deal. In a brief statement, obtained by The Hollywood Reporter, HBO said it wants political parties to refrain from "misappropriating" the show's slogan ahead of US midterm polls, to be held on November 6. "We were not aware of this messaging and would prefer our trademark not be misappropriated for political purposes," it said. The studio had earlier responded to the meme with a tweet, saying, "How do you say trademark misuse in Dothraki?" referencing one of the languages in the ...

Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival to be held from January 18

The Pulitzer winner for Fiction 2018 Andrew Sean Greer, mythology expert and author Devdutt Pattanaik, historian Ramchandra Guha, actor Naseeruddin Shah will be among the personalities addressing the 10th Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival to be held from January 18 to 20. The list of 16 speakers would also include historian and biographer Rajmohan Gandhi, writer and parliamentarian Shashi Tharoor, columnist and novelist Shobhaa De and journalist Seema Goswami, the AKLF said in a statement Saturday. The festival will have sections like New Writers - Competition to identify and promote budding writers, Womens Writing, Childrens Lit Fest featuring leading children writers, literary quizzes, interactive sessions and storytelling and Poetry Caf to showcase classic and new poetry collections, poets and prose writers. The AKLF 2019 will focus on health, current affairs, womens issues and childrens literature among other themes, Director of Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival ...

Fundamentalists cause communal conflict not believers: Aijaz Khan

Filmmaker Aijaz Khan, whose next feature "Hamid" is about an eight-year-old boy and his desire to speak to God, says fundamentalists not the believers are the reason for the communal conflict in the world. Set in Kashmir, "Hamid" revolves around the little boy, Hamid, whose father has gone missing and according to his mother he has gone to Allah. When his teacher tells him that 786 is God's number, he decides to call God 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. Aijaz says while he has full faith in the religion, the way fundamentalists hijack the God bothers him. "I have full faith in religion. I practise my religion and I am proud of it. I wish I could speak to the God. Communal conflict doesn't happen because of the belief in the God. It happens because of the fundamentalists and they are in every religion and they cause problem. "I wish there were a few people who had called me and had said ..

DJ Khaled saves friend from drowning in ocean

DJ Khaled jumped into the ocean here to save his friend from drowning after a jet ski adventure went wrong.

I can never get bored of doing comedy: Shreyas Talpade

He may have started his career with films such as "Iqbal" and "Dil Dosti Etc" but Shreyas Talpade seems to have found a niche in comedy, a genre he really enjoys. The actor said though there are drawbacks of being attached to a particular genre, he has no plans to move away from comedy. "I don't want to move away from comedy. People interpret that if I take up some serious roles, I won't do comedy. That is not the case. I am often asked about not doing films like 'Iqbal'. But comedy is something that I really enjoy and I can never get bored of it," Talpade told PTI in an interview. Stereotyping is also a form of acceptance, said Talpade. "When you become a little more popular in a particular genre, then you automatically start getting roles that belong to that genre. Typecasting is bound to happen. You do films like 'Golmaal' which is watched by the entire country and if your character gets popular, then it's quite obvious that people relate you with comedy," he said. He has become a .

Akshay Kumar on '2.0': Wore more make-up than entire film career

Actor Akshay Kumar on Saturday said that his role in forthcoming multilingual science-fiction action drama "2.0" demanded him to wear more make-up than what he had worn in his entire career.

Dakota Fanning to star in 'Sweetness in the Belly'

Actor Dakota Fanning has been cast as the lead in immigrant drama "Sweetness in the Belly". The feature, being directed by Zeresenay Berhane Mehari from a script by Laura Phillips, is an adaptation of Camilla Gibb's bestselling novel. The story follows the life of an immigrant from the unique perspective of being orphaned in Africa as a child, escaping to England as a refugee, embracing the immigrant community in London, and attempting to reunite people with their scattered families while dealing with a passionate lost love affair with a doctor. Actor Saoirse Ronan was earlier attached to the project but after her departure, Fanning was roped in. The 24-year-old actor will be joined by Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Wunmi Mosaku and Kunal Nayyar in the cast, reported Deadline. The project was developed by Sienna Films, and is being produced by Jennifer Kawaja and Julia Sereny along with Alan Moloney and Susan Mullen. Shooting for the film has started in Ireland and will later shift to ...

Calling an adult film star a porn star a sign of patriarchy: Richa Chadha

Actress Richa Chadha, who essays south Indian film actress Shakeela in a biopic of that name, says being disrespectful towards any successful adult film star and tagging her as a "porn star" is a sign of a hypocritical and patriarchal society.

Kit Harington says 'Game of Thrones' ending made him cry

Actor Kit Harington has recalled that he twice became emotional when he realised that his show "Game of Thrones" will end after its eighth and final season. The 31-year-old actor, who became an overnight sensation courtesy the hit HBO series where he portrays Jon Snow, said initially he refused to read the script for the finale season which was sent to all the show's stars in advance. "I walked in saying, 'Don't tell me, I don't want to know'," Harington told Entertainment Weekly. "What's the point of reading it to myself in my own head when I can listen to people do it and find out with my friends?" he added. Harington cited another instance when he became emotional and said it was during the table read for the last episode. "The second time was the very end. Every season, you read at the end of the last script 'End of Season one,' or 'End of Season two,' This read 'End of 'Game of Thrones'.' And you realize, okay, it's really happening," the actor said. The eighth and final season ..

John Legend joins 'Le Brio' remake

French producer Dimitri Rassam is joining forces with Mike Jackson and singer John Legends banner Get Lifted Film Company to produce the US remake of "Le Brio," the Cesar-nominated comedy-drama.

Madhavan on why he plays a villain in a Telugu film

The new Telugu release "Savyasachi" has surprised Andhra and Telanganas audiences with the strong presence of Tamil cinemas iconic actor R Madhavan.

We must listen to the victims: Huma Qureshi on #MeToo

Actress Huma Qureshi thinks it is brave of women to come out and talk about their #MeToo stories, saying the movement will bring positive change in the country. However, she also urges people to "listen to the victims".

The importance of being Dhanush (Column: Bollywood Spotlight)

There is nothing more self-indulgent than a superstar at the pinnacle of his stardom trying to show the world that he isnt self-indulgent.

More films, shows should be made on Kashmir, says director Aijaz Khan

After shooting his feature film "Hamid" in the green valleys of Kashmir, filmmaker Aijaz Khan urged other members of the film fraternity to showcase the life of Kashmiri people and their issues through more number of films and shows.

Working on digital platform easier than in films, says Amyra

Actress Amyra Dastur, who is seen in the web series "Trip 2", says she finds working on digital platforms "slightly easier" than working in films.

Brad Pitt, Leonardo DiCaprio ask people to vote in US midterm polls

Hollywood bigwigs Leonardo DiCaprio and Brad Pitt have urged people to register their vote in the upcoming US midterm polls. In a video message released on Friday by NowThis News, the two actors, who will be seen together for the first time in director Quentin Tarantino's next "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood", talked about the importance of voting in November 6 elections. "The future of our country will be decided this week. Elections don't just matter when voting for president," said 43-year-old DiCaprio. He said issues like gun safety laws, clean water and air, immigration policy and health care are at stake. Pitt, 54, said, "Statehouse elections will determine the future of climate change, criminal justice reform, education funding, LGBT equality and even your ability to vote." "All of these races and ballot measures are chances to decide on the direction of our country. We, the voters, have the power to decide all of this," DiCaprio added. The two stars then told viewers to visit ..

SRK's birthday party interrupted by Mumbai Police

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who turned a year older on November 2, celebrated his birthday with family, close friends, and B-town celebrities. However, the curtain had to be drawn on the late-night bash after the Mumbai Police knocked the doors of the venue.The 'Zero' actor hosted a party for his close friends from Bollywood at a popular Mumbai restaurant named 'Arth' in Bandra. The party was attended by Swara Bhasker, Nikhil Advani, music maestros Ajay-Atul, Anand L Rai and choreographers Bosco-Caeser, among others.Restaurants usually don't stay open till wee hours on a Friday in Mumbai. However, SRK's party in 'Arth' was going on till 3 am with loud music. While the restaurant shut for the general public at 1 am, it remained open for a private party held by King Khan for his friends. The party went on until the Mumbai Police interrupted the celebration and asked the owners to shut the party.Soon after the cops stopped the celebration, the party was cut-short and SRK was seen

Alec Baldwin arrested, charged with assault over parking dispute

Actor Alec Baldwin was taken into custody after he allegedly punched a man following a dispute over a parking spot. The 60-year-old actor was charged with assault and harassment and has been given a desk appearance ticket, the New York Police Department said. According to CNN, the alleged altercation occurred in the West Village area of Manhattan on Friday. Police said the two men were arguing and pushing each other before Baldwin stuck the 49-year-old man. Baldwin was subsequently placed under arrest, while the victim was taken to a local hospital where he is said to be in a stable condition. The actor, who was shortly released, took to Twitter to clarify that he never punched anyone. "Normally, I would not comment on something as egregiously misstated as today's story. However, the assertion that I punched anyone over a parking spot is false. I wanted to go on the record stating as much," he wrote on the official Twitter handle of Hilaria and Alec Baldwin (HAB) Foundation. "I ...