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Suspicious package addressed to Robert De Niro: reports

Police are investigating a suspicious package addressed to actor Robert De Niro in New York, news reports said Thursday. CNN quoted two law enforcement sources as saying the package was addressed to De Niro at an address in the Tribeca area of Manhattan. The report came a day after the FBI said pipe bombs were sent to Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton and other prominent Democrats. De Niro is an outspoken critic of President Trump. The New York Police Department said it was responding to reports of a suspicious package in Tribeca but did not mention De Niro.

Prosenjit Chatterjee, Kaushik Ganguly set to team up again

Director Kaushik Ganguly and Bengali superstar Prosenjit Chatterjee will come together again in 'Jestho Putro', a film inspired by a story of acclaimed filmmaker Rituparno Ghosh. Chatterjee said the film will be a tribute to Ghosh, and helmed by Ganguly, winner of multiple national film awards and the IFFI Award in 2018. Ganguly and Chatterjee will team up again after 'Drishtikone' and 'Kishore Kumar Junior' this year. "The story idea of the film is of Ritu (Rituparno Ghosh). He had wanted to cast me in the film when I was doing Srijit Mukherjee's 'Autograph' (2010). But, I could not give dates at that time," he said. Other members of the cast of 'Jestho Putro', shooting for which is expected to take place in a few months, are being finalised. Ghosh, a recipient of multiple national and international film awards, passed away in 2013.

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau to star in 'Suicide Tourist'

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau has bagged his next project in "Suicide Tourist". The "Game of Thrones" star will lead a distinguished European cast in the mystery drama studded with romantic elements, Variety reported. Coster-Waldau stars opposite Swedish actor Tuva Novotny, who has films such as "Borg vs McEnroe" and "Annihilation" to her credit. The 48-year-old actor said he was excited to be part of "a truly original, thrilling and moving love story". "We are halfway through the shoot, and my enthusiasm has only increased seeing the set design, the work by our DP Niels (Thastum) and my fellow actors," he added. The movie is Danish director Jonas Alexander Arnby's follow-up to his breakout debut "When Animals Dream", which played in Cannes Critics' Week. "Suicide Tourist" comes from Copenhagen-based Snowglobe, which has produced films like "Thelma", "The Untamed" and "Birds of a Passage". The project also stars British actor Robert Aramayo, who played young Eddard Stark in "GOT", and ...

Co-actors' comfort to do intimate scenes vital for Karan Wahi

Actor Karan Wahi says his co-actors' comfort is the most important aspect for him while filming an intimate scene.

Amjad Ali Khan pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi at UN Day

Soulful music from the strings of the sarod reverberated in the iconic General Assembly hall on Wednesday as maestro Amjad Ali Khan paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at an annual concert, with UN chief Antonio Guterres calling the event as an appropriate tribute to the Indian leader's legacy. The Permanent Mission of India to the UN hosted the UN Day Concert 2018, which featured performance by the sarod maestro and his sons Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash along with the Refugee Orchestra Project conducted by Lidiya Yankovskaya at the General Assembly hall at the world body's headquarters. The concert's theme this year was 'Traditions of Peace and Non-violence.' Khan performed the 'Vaishnava Janato', the 'Ram Dhun', a Rabindra Sangeet and an Assamese folk song with his sons. "Amjad Ali Khan and the Refugee Orchestra Project have crossed boundaries and cultures to enrich the societies where they perform. They remind us as our Charter reminds us -- that our diverse backgrounds are a

#MeToo movement is like tsunami: Arbaaz Khan

Actor Arbaaz Khan said Thursday he supports the #Metoo movement as no one has the right to harass anyone. The actor, however, said innocent people should not be framed. "No one has the right to harass anyone. I fully support the #MeToo movement. Sexual harassment survivors should get justice but we also have to take care of the fact that no one misuses this movement. "The kind of atmosphere right now is that people are taking decisions based on anyone's accusations. We need to be sensible in these cases," he said in a group interview here. The actor said the movement is "like a tsunami" and since it's new, people are taking time to come to a conclusion regarding corrective measures. "If the accused has admitted to wrongdoing, apologised for it and wants to redeem himself so, I don't know how do we solve these things. The current atmosphere is like a tsunami. No one knows how the decisions will be taken and what will eventually happen. "We need to listen to sensible people... I hope ...

John Abraham sheds blood for 'Batla House'

Bollywood star John Abraham who recently started shooting for his upcoming film titled 'Batla House', teased the fans by sharing a photo.The 'Force 2' actor took to his official Twitter handle to share a picture with the director of the film Nikhil Advani, writing, "We have even shed our blood for Batla House...What say." His caption was in Hindi.The two can be seen smiling in the selfie, with John showing his injured finger.The thriller drama is inspired by the real Batla House encounter that took place almost a decade ago on September 19, 2008, which is officially known as Operation Batla House. The incident took place against Indian Mujahideen (IM) terrorists in Batla House locality in Jamia Nagar, Delhi.The 'Parmanu' actor will be seen portraying the role of Sanjeev Kumar Yadav, who spearheaded the encounter. As the tagline suggests 'The story of India's Most Decorated/Controversial Cop', the case was about this one man who has had 70 encounters, a record 22 convictions from 30 ...

Music an Oasis for Guardiola

'Don't Look Back In Anger' by Manchester band Oasis has become the city's anthem since last year's terror attack, and is one that has had a powerful impact on Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola. The 47-year-old Spaniard's wife and daughters escaped unharmed from the bombing at the Ariana Grande concert at the Manchester Arena in May last year which left 22 dead. Guardiola said in a wide-ranging interview -- topics included his thoughts on the refugee crisis -- that he and his family sing it in unison when they go out together. "I like that, after what happened in Manchester at the arena, now it is a song for the people, you know? " Guardiola told the BBC website. "Like in the video when everyone is in silence and one woman starts to sing the song and everybody sings, that is a moment, it was so touching for my family and for myself." Guardiola admits the song "puts me in the best of myself when I listen -- it's a masterpiece". On the night of the attack, Guardiola and his son did ..

'Badhaai Ho' not an endorsement of late pregnancy: Director

Intimacy and not pregnancy regarding women beyond a certain age, is what concerned director Amit Sharma enough to make "Badhaai Ho", a film about a matriarch in a Delhi middle class family with two grown up sons who suddenly discovers she is pregnant.

Rishi Kapoor, Ranbir meet Robert De Niro in New York

Actor Ranbir Kapoor and his father Rishi Kapoor, who is undergoing treatment in New York, met screen legend Robert De Niro. Rishi shared a photo with De Niro and Ranbir from the "impromptu meeting" on his Twitter. "Wow moment. Impromptu meeting with Robert De Nero on 65th and 3rd. He knew Ranbir because he had met him and Anupam and said come over with Kher for a drink!" he wrote. Rishi said he was awestruck by the "simplicity and super stardom" of the veteran actor. "Simplicity and super stardom. I realized I have been such a bloody brat. Cannot get over his demeanor. Thank you Bob!" he added. Rishi is in the US as he undergoes treatment. However, the actor has not revealed exact nature of his ailment. Ranbir and mother Neetu Singh are with Rishi in New York to accompany him.

Emilia Clarke confirms dating Charlie McDowell

Emilia Clarke confirmed her relationship with filmmaker Charlie McDowell with a unique post on her Instagram page. The "Game of Thrones" star shared a cryptic photograph on her 32nd birthday Tuesday which showed two shadows on sand with the figure kissing the other on the cheek. "Well that was a birthday I won't be forgetting in a while," Clarke captioned the post. McDowell, 35, also posted the same picture a while later. He captioned the photo: "Happy birthday, E." McDowell's parents are British actor Malcolm McDowell and American actor Mary Steenburgen. He is best known for directing 2014 sci-fi thriller "The One I Love".

Netflix renews 'Atypical' for third season

Netflix has ordered a third season of the autism comedy "Atypical". According to The Hollywood Reporter, the streaming giant has renewed the show, with Keir Gilchrist as lead, for 10 more episodes. Written, created and executive produced by Robia Rashid, "Atypical" is a coming-of-age story from the point of view of Sam (Gilchrist), an 18-year-old on the autistic spectrum searching for love and independence. The series is expected to return next year. Season two premiered on September 7.

Emilia Clarke and Charlie McDowell dating?

'Games of Thrones' star Emilia Clarke has seemingly confirmed her romance with American director Charlie McDowell. The 'Me Before You' actor recently turned 32 and celebrated her special day with McDowell.The two also posted the same pictures on their official Instagram accounts. The photo shows two shadows on the sand seemingly sharing a kiss. Clarke captioned the picture as, "Well that was a birthday I won't be forgetting in a while."While, McDowell captioned the same picture as, "Happy birthday, E."McDowell was previously linked to American actor Rooney Mara back in 2012, reported E! Online. The 35-year-old filmmaker is the son of the legendary British actor Malcolm McDowell.While the famous series 'Games of Thrones' is coming to an end. In September, Clarke had discussed the show's final season and its impact on the whole team. "It's bittersweet, we've all done a lot of crying. There's been a lot of crying on set," she saidEmilia Clarke will soon treat her fans with her upcoming ..

Pratt in talks to star in Sheridan's thriller

With "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" postponed, actor Chris Pratt is in negotiations to star in Taylor Sheridans next project.

I was always fascinated by action movies: Harshita Gaur

Actress Harshita Gaur, who has two web series "Punchbeat" and "Mirzapur", says action movies have always fascinated her and she loves watching actresses doing action scenes.

Michael Caine takes his wife everywhere to avoid temptation

Veteran actor Michael Caine says he takes his wife Shakira Caine on film shoots, so he is not tempted to have affairs with "beautiful actresses".

'Poltergeist' star James Karen dead

Actor James Karen, best known for "Poltergeist" and "Night of the Living Dead", is no more. He was 94.

Aayam to make TV debut with 'Kaal Bhairav...'

Actor Aayam Mehta, who has featured in movies like "Padmaavat" and "Madras Cafe", will enter the TV space with the second season of "Kaal Bhairav Rahasya".

I've been a brat: Rishi Kapoor says after meeting De Niro

Rishi Kapoor and his actor son Ranbir Kapoor had an impromptu meeting with Hollywood star Robert De Niro here. The Bollywood veteran was impressed by the "Raging Bull" icon's demeanour.

Martin Scorsese, Guillermo del Toro to deliver master classes at Marrakech Film Festival

Oscar-winning filmmakers Martin Scorsese and Guillermo del Toro are all set for master classes at the Marrakech Film Festival. Scorsese will be one of the headliners of the new "Conversation With" series, along with Cannes Film Festival head Thierry Fremaux and del Toro, the festival organisers said in a statement. The line-up for the new talk series also include Cristian Mungiu, Agnes Varda and Yousry Nasrallah. "I'm so happy to be on my way back to Morocco, a country I feel very close to, and to be taking part in another edition of the Marrakech Film Festival. I'm looking forward to catching up with old friends, making some new ones, and seeing some movies at a film festival that will always be close to my heart," Scorsese said. Scorsese's frequent collaborator Robert de Niro, who is currently working with director on Netflix's "The Irishman", will also be a part of the new talk series. The actor will also be honoured at the festival with a special tribute.