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Nicole Kidman to be honoured at Hollywood Film Awards
Academy award-winning actor Nicole Kidman will be bestowed with the Hollywood Career Achievement Award at the 2018 Hollywood Film Awards (HFA).Known for her fearlessness and intelligence, the 51-year-old's selection for this award "is a tribute to the versatility of her performances over the years," ranging from Baz Luhrmann's 'Moulin Rouge! to Garth Davis' 'Lion', among others."In addition to her chameleonic performances, Kidman is also being recognized for her career-long support of independent filmmakers, particularly women. Through her production company, Blossom Films, she has taken this to a new level," read a statement from the HFA."Among the many projects she has produced, last year's 'Big Little Lies' was a phenomenon that entered not only the cultural, but the social zeitgeist," it added.The American motion picture award ceremony - held annually since 1997 - will take place on November 4 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles.
Michelle Keegan goes to gym to 'de-stress'
Actress Michelle Keegan says she finds going to the gym to be a "great way to de-stress".
AIR marks first External Broadcast Day with cultural extravaganza
The All India Radio on Monday marked the first External Broadcast Day with a cultural extravaganza here, beginning year-long celebrations that will culminate next year on the 80th anniversary of its first broadcast for foreign listeners. On October 1, 1939, All India Radio made its first broadcast for foreign listeners with a Pashto service started by then British rulers to counter the Nazi Germany propaganda during World War II. The national radio broadcaster has decided that the 80th anniversary of the historic event will be marked by year-long celebrations that began Monday. As part of the celebrations, Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, Dr Geeta Chandran, Tanmay Bose, Carolina Prada, Dr N Rajam enthralled the audience with their captivating performances at the Siri Fort auditorium here. Information and Broadcast Secretary Amit Khare, Prasar Bharati Chairman A Surya Prakash and Prasar Bharati CEO Shashi Shekhar Vempati addressed the External Broadcast Day event. The external services of the All
Taron Egerton rocks as Elton John in 'Rocketman' trailer
Actor Taron Egerton is rocking as Elton John in the first trailer of 'Rocketman'.The Paramount Pictures released the first trailer of the Elton John biopic, starring Egerton, Jamie Bell, Bryce Dallas Howard, Gemma Jones and Richard Madden.Set in the 70s, the opening shot shows Egerton knocking it out of the park at one of the two sold-out shows at L.A.'s Dodger Stadium set to the tune of 'Benny and the Jets', reported E! Online.The trailer unveils the first look of Egerton's character, teasing the actor's transformation into a singer. He can be seen wearing a gold jacket paired with glittery sunglasses, a gold chain, and boots, and it highlights the glamour and the tragedy of sex and drugs back in that era.According to the studio, the flick is based on a true fantasy."There are moments in a rock star's life that define who he is," said Madden, who portrays the role of John Reid, the musician's manager and first real love.Directed by Dexter Fletcher, Lee Hall has penned down the ...
B-town pays last respects to Krishna Raj Kapoor
Condolences have been pouring in since the news of Krishna Raj Kapoor's death broke out earlier today.Many people including family members, Bollywood celebrities and eminent personalities paid their last respects to the wife of late legendary actor Raj Kapoor.Krishna Raj Kapoor died at 4 in the morning after suffering a cardiac arrest.The funeral procession is taking place at Chembur crematorium in Mumbai, where Randhir Kapoor along with many other celebrities including Kajol, Rani Mukerji, Sanjay Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Farhan Akhtar, Alia Bhatt, Karan Johar, Aamir Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Salim Khan, Arjun Kapoor were seen paying their last respects to Krishna Raj Kapoor.Family members and B-town celebrities also took to social media today morning to pay their homage to late legendary actor Raj Kapoor's wife. Anupam Kher, Raveena Tandon, Neetu Kapoor and Ridhima Kapoor Saini among many others mourned her demise.Raj Kapoor married Krishna Malhotra in .
Justin Bieber engages in shadow boxing during London trip
Singer Justin Bieber seems to be loving his life with Hailey Baldwin as he was recently spotted engaging in shadow boxing with his lady love during their trip to London.The 24-year-old singer looked absolutely energetic while doing shadow boxing, bobbing, weaving and grinning with his driver near Kensington Palace, London, reported TMZ.During his trip with his lady love Hailey, Bieber also serenaded her with an impromptu concert outside Buckingham Palace.Bieber has been in the ring before against professional boxer Andre Berto, but he didn't make the 'Sorry' singer smile, the way Hailey did.Earlier, the 'Love Yourself' singer took to social media on July 10 to confirm his engagement with the 21-year old model.
Robert De Niro to be honoured at Marrakech Film Festival
American actor Robert De Niro will be paid a special tribute at the 17th edition of the Marrakech Film Festival.The Oscar winner is the first honouree for the festival, which is set to be held in November, reported The Hollywood Reporter."Although I have been to Marrakech on several occasions, I feel I am now seeing a side of Marrakech I have always wanted to see. I am most grateful for this invitation, and am looking forward to being a part of a great festival," De Niro said.De Niro's next project titled 'The Irishman' is his ninth collaboration with director Martin Scorsese and is all set to release next year. The pair is producing the film together and the flick will also star Al Pacino and Jesse Plemons.The 75-year-old actor is currently shooting for 'The Joker' with Joaquin Phoenix.The 'Intern' actor won an Oscar for best supporting actor for Francis Ford Coppola's 'The Godfather: Part II' besides also winning the Academy Award for best actor for Scorsese's 'Raging Bull'.De Niro .
Opera launches its mobile browser for iPhone users
Global tech firm Opera Software on Monday announced that its 'Opera Touch' -- mobile browser launched in April on Android version -- is now available for iPhone users in India.
'Dassehra' trailer: Neil Nitin Mukesh fights evil in vigilante drama
Actor Neil Nitin Mukesh on Monday unveiled the trailer of his upcoming thriller film 'Dassehra'.In the film, Neil plays the role of a police officer who goes on to solve the murder of several girls at a hostel.The trailer portrays the complexities of a murder investigation since politics is shown to be involved in it. Also, Neil is seen chasing down the perpetrators.The movie is slated to release on October 26.
Shreya Ghoshal overwhelmed by pencil-sketched portrait
Singer Shreya Ghoshal was elated as she received a portrait sketched with a pencil.An ardent fan took to Twitter to post a pencil sketch of the 'Dola Re' singer."Made with lots of love for you ?? #QueenOfMelody I hope you will like it????And I hope this 17 yr old big fan of yours is successful in impressing you? - Harisha ??," the tweet read.In response, Ghoshal, while thanking the fan, lauded the artistic talent of the girl."Wow! Thank you Harisha. Beautifully sketched!!" she wrote..
A whisky inspired by 'Game Of Thrones'
A "Game of Thrones" inspired whisky is here in celebration of the hit TV series.
Elli Avrram , Kubbra Sait excited to join cast of ALTBalaji's 'The Verdict State Vs Nanavati'
Actors Kubbra Sait and Elli Avrram are excited to join the cast of ALTBalaji's upcoming courtroom drama "The Verdict 'State Vs Nanavati". Elli will be playing Sylvia, wife of Kawas Nanavati, and Kubbra will essay the role of Mamie Ahuja. "It is my first association with Ekta Kapoor and I am really excited to join the fabulous star cast of ALTBalaji's 'The Verdict: State Vs Nanavati'. It's a very intriguing concept and will have an equally gripping narrative... "I really hope the audience appreciates me in this character as this is a performance oriented role where I'm getting to express all kinds of emotions," Elli said in a statement. She has already started shooting for the series. "Post the success of 'Sacred Games', it's a great opportunity to portray an intricate character yet again in the show and share the screen space with acting stalwarts," Kubra said. Directed by Shashant Shah, the 10-episode series also features Angad Bedi as lawyer Karl Khandalvala and Sumeet Vyas as Ram .
Girija to represent Maharashtrian women of today in TV show
Actress Girija Oak will play Meghna Nikade, who hails from a humble background and aspires to be an entrepreneur, in the upcoming show "Ladies Special".
Rajendra to do cameo in 'Kya Haal Mr Paanchal'
Actor Rajendra Gupta, who has featured in movies like "Tanu Weds Manu" and "Paan Singh Tomar", will make a cameo in the TV show "Kya Haal Mr Paanchal".
I make sure to create positive vibes around Sonali: Anupam Kher
As actress Sonali Bendre Behl is undergoing metastatic cancer treatment in New York, where Anupam Kher is shooting for his new show "New Amsterdam", the veteran actor says he often tries to talk to her, meet her and create a positive vibe around her.
'Gaon - The Village No More' to release on October 26
"Gaon-The Village No More" will release on October 26, director Gautam Singh has announced.
Legendary French singer Charles Aznavour dies aged 94
The legendary French singer Charles Aznavour - who said last week that he dreamed of breathing his last on stage - has died aged 94, his spokeswoman said Monday. The songwriter, who had just returned from a concert tour of Japan last month, passed away in his home in Alpilles in southeastern France. He had to cancel several shows last year after breaking his arm in a fall. But as late as Friday the diminuitive singer told French television that though his Swedish-born wife wanted him to stop touring, he would happily die on stage. "I always go forwards," said the performer who tried to write a song every day. "There is no backwards step with me. "All I can do is live, and I live on stage. I am happy up there, and you can see that," he added. The singer had planned to go back on tour later this month, starting with a concert in Brussels on October 26. Multilingual and a tireless traveller, Aznavour was named "Entertainer of the Century" by CNN in 1998 because of his immense global ...
Good co-actors make exhaustion enjoyable: Yami Gautam
Bollywood actress Yami Gautam, who plays a pivotal role in the film "Uri: The Surgical Strike", says the filming process was exhausting yet enjoyable because of the participation and enthusiasm of the film's cast and crew.
Bollywood's 'First Lady' Krishna Raj Kapoor dead at 87, industry mourns
Krishna Kapoor, the widow of the legendary Bollywood actor-filmmaker Raj Kapoor, died here on Monday at the age of 87, bringing an end to the second generation of the influential clan.
Jon Snow's ghost to return in GoT's season 8
Ahead of the finale season of medieval fantasy series "Game of Thrones", Joe Bauer, the visual effects supervisor of the show, says that Jon Snow's character direwolf Ghost will make a comeback in the forthcoming season.