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Nicki Minaj opens up about abusive relationship in 'Queen'

Rapper Nicki Minaj is all set to release her 'Queen' documentary, and in the latest clip, she has revealed a dark past of hers.The 'Barbie Dreams' star shared two clips from the project on Instagram recently. In one of them, she recalls her father's violent behavior towards her mother and how that affected her identity, reported Billboard."I remember when my mother would let my father be violent with her. And she always brings up this story, as a little girl I would stand in front of my mother and go like this," she said as she reached her arms out in defense."Maybe some people would describe me as abrasive or bitchy or whatever, because I vowed from that age no man would ever abuse me, call me out my name, treat me like that, and all of a sudden that was my life," she further added.In the second clip, she disclosed the details of her own abusive relationship, where she was "so low" and "didn't even remember" who she was.Although she was scared to go into the studio due to low ...

This father-daughter duo is all set to grace 'Koffee With Karan'

'Koffee With Karan' fans have a reason to rejoice, as Karan Johar has finally started shooting for his much-anticipated talk show, the latest episode shot being the one with the ever-stylish father-daughter duo Saif Ali Khan and Sara Ali Khan.Karan took to his Instagram account to make the announcement with a picture of the duo holding coffee mugs and striking a pose for the camera.The post read, "Today was day 1 for the shoot of #koffeewithkaran ! Shot with the extremely hilarious and supremely bright and sensitive father daughter duo! #saifalikhan and @saraalikhan95"Sara Ali Khan, who will be making her film debut opposite Ranveer Singh in their upcoming movie titled 'Simmba' later this year, also posted the same picture on Instagram. She captioned it, "Thank you for my first cup of koffeeee @karanjohar #fatherdaughter #koffeewithkaran #suchfun #seeyousoon "She will also be seen in Abhishek Kapoor's Kedarnath.This will be Sara's first appearance on the show. However, Saif, who has ..

'Proper Patola' all set to be this season's dance anthem!

The makers of 'Namaste England' have finally unveiled the music video of 'Proper Patola' after teasing the audience with a short clip yesterday.Bollywood actor Parineeti Chopra took to her Twitter handle to share the official video, writing, "P.R.O.P.E.R P.A.T.O.L.A!!"In the video, Arjun Kapoor and Parineeti Chopra can be seen grooving to catchy and energetic beats at a nightclub.The 'Meri Pyaari Bindu' actor can be seen wearing a crop top with a short sassy jacket, cut-out jeggings accompanied with golden earrings. Meanwhile, the 'Half Girlfriend' actor is looking dapper in a white t-shirt, jacket, and jeans.The upbeat number is composed by Badshah and is a remake of the old version of 'Proper Patola'. It is sung by Diljit Dosanjh, Aastha Gill, and Badshah.This will be Badshah's second song for the film after the iconic hit 'Bhare Bazaar'The movie has been creating immense buzz owing to the crackling chemistry between the leading duo. This will be Arjun Kapoor and Parineeti ...

Parineeti on Tanushree-Patekar row: Really hope it's the first, last story

Bollywood actors Parineeti Chopra and Arjun Kapoor spoke up about the ongoing controversy involving Tanushree Dutta and Nana Patekar.Although a lot of people have been referring to the 'Me Too movement' while talking about the controversy, Parineeti hoped that the issue was one of its kind. "This is not the start of a Me Too movement, because that would mean that there is more than one story. And I really hope this is the first story," she said.The 'Meri Pyaari Bindu' actor continued "Having said that, if there are any other women in the industry who have been through the same thing, I want every woman to come out there and speak because if they don't speak now, they will forever be suppressed."Parineeti also said that while she has never had a similar experience, she would have never kept quiet if something like that had happened to her.Meanwhile, her 'Namaste England' co-star Arjun Kapoor said that if what Tanushree has said is true, she will win. "Today a girl has shown courage to .

Priyanka grooves to 'Chogada' with school kids

Global star Priyanka Chopra grooving to the catchy beats of 'Chogada' from 'LoveYatri' might just be the cutest thing you'll see on the internet today.Starring debutantes Aayush Sharma and Warina Hussain, LoveYatri is all set to hit the theatres, and it seems like Bollywood is supporting the film in their own way with the #ChogadaWithLove challenge.Chopra recently took to Twitter to share a video where she can be seen dancing to 'Chogada' with a group of school girls.Sharing her version of the 'Chogada' challenge, Priyanka wrote, "From these cuties and me to the team of #Loveyatri, here's my #ChogadaWithLove challenge... Wishing you all the best @aaysharma @Warina_Hussain @SKFilmsOfficial! #LoveTakesOver"The 'Desi Girl' is not the only B-town celebrity to take up the challenge. Bollywood diva Jacqueline Fernandez recently shared a video on Instagram, where she can be seen dancing to the song with her 'girlies'."Haha!! So our current obsession is #chogada here's some #chogadawithlove ..

Joe Jonas, Sophie Turner's make red carpet debut

Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner, who have been inseparable ever since the couple made their romance public in October, made their red carpet debut together for the first time on Tuesday.The two graced the red carpet at the Louis Vuitton show at Paris Fashion Week, colour-coordinated in chic grey and black looks. While the 'Game of Thrones' actor donned a grey skirt and a black shirt paired with thigh-high black boots, Joe rocked a grey suit paired with a black shirt.The two also posted pictures from the show on their respective Instagram accounts. In the picture posted by Turner, Jonas can be seen putting his arm around Turner as she leaned into him affectionately with closed eyes. "With my love in Paris," Sophie captioned the post.Jonas reportedly started dating Turner in November 2016 and popped the question in October last year. Sophie confirmed the news with an Instagram post, flaunting her engagement ring. "I said yes," she wrote as the caption.

Orlando Bloom preparing to propose to Katy Perry?

Seems like Orlando Bloom is thinking about the future and might be preparing to propose to his longtime girlfriend Katy Perry.'The Lord of the Rings' actor has not decided on a ring yet, but has been talking about the future, a source close to the actor told People.Bloom was previously wed to model Miranda Kerr. "He always said he would absolutely get married again, and it seems Katy could be it," said the source.The two have been reportedly dating for a year. They have been photographed together on many occasions.Bloom was even spotted in the audience at Perry's Tokyo concert in March.The 'Part of Me' singer, on the other hand, traveled all the way to London just to see her beau perform onstage in The Killer.

Responsibility of a society to make women feel secure at work : Vivek Oberoi

Actor Vivek Oberoi, who is busy judging reality show 'India's Best Dramebaaz,' thinks that it's the responsibility of a society to treat women equally, respectfully and to make them feel secure in a working environment.

If women in industry don't speak up on now, they'll be suppressed: Parineeti

In the wake of Tanushree Dutta's allegation that Nana Patekar harassed her on the sets of a film in 2008, Parineeti Chopra said it is important for women in the industry to speak up about harassment they have faced. Dutta, in a recent TV interview, had claimed that Patekar misbehaved with her on the sets of "Horn Ok Pleasss" 10 years ago. When asked if this will be the start of a MeToo movement in Bollywood, Parineeti told reporters, "Honestly I really hope this is not the start of a MeToo movement, because it would mean there are several such stories and I hope this is the first and the last story. "If there are victims, especially women in the industry, actresses who have faced this, I want every woman to come out and speak. If they don't speak now, they will forever be suppressed. Personally I've never gone through such an experience, if God forbid this happened with me I would have never kept quiet," she added. The "Meri Pyaari Bindu" star says it's important for women to feel ..

Saif, daughter Sara to appear together in 'Koffee with Karan'

Actor Saif Ali Khan and daughter Sara are set to add to the glitz and glamour of "Koffee with Karan" with their appearance in Season 6.

Corruption has spread like "virus", says actor Vijay

Ahead of the release of his next flick 'Sarkar', top Tamil actor Vijay has said corruption has spread like a "virus" in the society and insisted if the leader at the top is honest, so will be his followers. He also deplored that bribes were demanded for even issuing birth and death certificates. "In a state, if those at the top level are honest, automatically everyone else will have fear (of action). Subjects follow the path of the king," he said, citing a proverb. The actor, one of the highest paid in the Tamil film industry, however, said his references were "general" and not aimed at any individual or political party. He was speaking at the audio launch of 'Sarkar' here on Tuesday. When the anchor asked him what will be the first thing he would do if he were to become the chief minister, the actor said, "I will take steps for eradicating corruption." Sarkar is slated for Diwali release next month. Vijay's recent movie "Mersel" had kicked up a row over its dialogue with

Mumbai music festival to see performances by major Indian bands

Two noted Indian music bands -- Euphoria and Rakesh and Friends -- will perform at the National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA) here on Friday and Saturday.

Nana Patekar an illustrious personality, says Maha minister

Maharashtra minister Deepak Kesarkar Wednesday came out in support of Nana Patekar, accused by fellow actor Tanushree Dutta of harassing her on the sets of a film in 2008, saying he is an "illustrious personality" who has done tremendous work for the state. He also questioned the veracity of Dutta's claims and asked why was an FIR not registered all these years. The Shiv Sena member said Patekar is known as a social worker, adding that unless there is a complaint, one can't accuse a person of his (Patekar's) stature. "He is not just an actor. He is also a social activist who has done tremendous work for the state. You just cannot level allegations against anybody," he said. Patekar is an "illustrious personality" who has done tremendous work for Maharashtra, the minister of state for home told PTI. On Dutta's claims, he said, "This is not how the home department functions. Why was there no FIR registered in the last 10 years? What is the substantial evidence on which a complaint can .

Fans' love motivates Honey Singh to create new tracks

Rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh's new song "Billionaire" from the forthcoming movie "Baazaar" is out. He says it is the love of his fans that motivates him to create new and interesting tracks every time.

Rana Daggubati to help aspiring filmmakers, writers

Actor Rana Daggubati will mentor a team that will help aspiring filmmakers and writers develop their ideas into workable scripts that can be taken to producers and actors.

I prayed for death: Stormy Daniels on sex with Trump

Stormy Daniels, who is well known for her claims about having an affair with US President Donald Trump has now revealed she prayed for death while she was in bed with the latter.The adult star, who appeared on reality TV host Jimmy Kimmel's late night talk show revealed the details, reported Deadline. She came to promote her tell-all memoir 'Full Disclosure'.During his show Jimmy turned rather inquisitive about how she would "spank Donald Trump", and in a comic turn of events, he arched his back towards Daniels in order to get a first-hand experience.Stormy Daniels actually demonstrated it to Jimmy by spanking him three times with her novel.To add more fuel to the fire he asked whether she "made love with the President", to which the latter replied in a rather disgusted tone and said that she lay in bed and "prayed for death".The interview got naughtier by the minute, and Kimmel's inquisitiveness grew along with it. He brought out a lineup of artificially made mushrooms of different ..

Cowboy 'Rambo' to go to Wild West for the latest installment

It seems the fifth installment of 'Rambo' will be set in America's Wild West.The location for the awaited film's shoot seems evident with Hollywood veteran Sylvester Stallone's latest Instagram to reveal his look for the upcoming installment of the hit franchise. The look will certainly be a treat for fans who wish to see 'Rambo' in a totally different avatar.Wearing a gray plaid shirt, a cowboy hat, tan gloves, and chap, Stallone looked every bit like a cowboy, in one of his photos that he shared on the photo-sharing application on Tuesday.His captioned indicated that filming started off on Tuesday night itself.Later in that day, he shared another photo where he is looking dapper in a black cloak and a brimmed hat of the same colour covering half of his face as he sits on a horseback.He captioned his post, ". Comes a Horseman Wild and Free. @rambomovie #rambo5".Stallone first portrayed the iconic character of John Rambo, who is a troubled Vietnam War veteran, in 'First Blood' ...

Modi, Tharoor, Raghuram Rajan shortlisted for book award

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress parliamentarian Shashi Tharoor and former Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor Raghuram Rajan have been shortlisted in the popular category for the 16th edition of the Raymond Crossword Book awards.

Ayushmann Khurrana opens up about wife Tahira's cancer

Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana's opened up about his wife Tahira Kashyap's cancer and recommended people to take care of themselves and their family.Tahira has been recently detected with Stage 0 breast cancer.Talking to ANI, the 34-year-old star said, "Everyone should take care of themselves and their family. They should get their regular checkups. Fortunately, we faced it and discovered it at an early stage."The two share an amazing chemistry and have been married for eight years now. The couple has two children including Virajveer and Varushk.On the work front, the 34-year-old star will be next seen in 'Andhadhun', in which he will be seen as a blind pianist and 'Badhaai Ho', in which he will portray the role of a guy in his 20s, whose mother gets pregnant at an older age.Meanwhile, Tahira, who recently directed a short feature film titled 'Toffee', has turned director for another film and will announce the title for the film soon.

Maharashtra Minister stands in support of Nana Patekar

Days after Nana Patekar was accused of harassment by Tanushree Dutta, Maharashtra Minister of State (Home) Deepak Kesarkar has voiced his support for Patekar saying that someone of his stature cannot be accused in this manner.In a recent media interaction, the minister said, "Unless there is a complaint you can't accuse a person of his status because he isn't only an actor, but also a very well known social worker."According to various media reports, Dutta was provided police protection owing to the ongoing controversy. However, Kesarkar stated that the former beauty queen was not given protection against Nana Patekar. "Protection has been given against certain incidents that had happened and not against Nana Patekar," he stated.The incident in question is the one wherein Dutta's car was attacked when she was exiting the sets of film 'Horn Ok Pleasss' post alleged misbehavior by the Patekar.The Minister hinted that the attackers were not connected to Nana Patekar. "It is now known to .