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Gwyneth Paltrow, Brad Falchuk get married
Actor Gwyneth Paltrow and writer-producer Brad Falchuk tied the knot Saturday. The couple, who have been in a relationship for four years, exchanged vows in a private wedding ceremony in the Hamptons, People magazine reported. The wedding comes days after Paltrow celebrated her 46th birthday. Falchuk, 46, was photographed earlier in the day as he drove himself in his red car for the nuptials. Guests included Jerry Seinfeld, Steven Spielberg, Cameron Diaz and her husband Benji Madden. Paltrow's "Iron Man" co-star Robert Downey Jr was also spotted at the ceremony. The actor and "Glee" co-creator announced their engagement in January. Paltrow was previously married to Coldplay frontman Chris Martin. They have daughter Apple and son Moses together. Falchuk has two children with former wife Suzanne Bukinik - Brody and Isabella.
Gippy Grewal announces next directorial venture 'Ardaas 2'
Popular Punjabi singer, actor and filmmaker Gippy Grewal has announced his new directorial venture "Ardaas 2".
Rishi Kapoor flies to US for medical treatment
Veteran actor Rishi Kapoor Saturday said he was leaving for the US to seek medical treatment and will be away from work for some time. The 66-year-old actor took to Twitter to share the news, saying after facing over four decades of "wear and tear" in the showbiz, the check-up was a much needed engagement. "I am taking a short leave of absence from work to go to America for some medical treatment... It's been 45 years 'plus' of wear and tear at the movies," Kapoor wrote. The "Mulk" star urged well-wishers not to worry or unnecessarily speculate. "With your love and good wishes, I will be back soon," he added. On the work front, Kapoor's "Rajma Chawal" is set to start streaming worldwide on Netflix from November 30. The actor will soon reunite with longtime co-star Juhi Chawla for a family comedy.
Rooney Mara follows her instincts in choosing films
Actor Rooney Mara says she follows her instincts when it comes to selecting a project. The 35-year-old actor said that she chooses to listen to her gut when she is offered a script. "I can't say how I choose roles, it's just a feeling or instinct about certain things. I am sure a lot of it is subconscious - choosing things you want to explore or get out of your system. I wouldn't say I could play any role - not well anyway," Mara told Hello Magazine. The "Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" star revealed that she hates to see her films. "I don't have a favourite. I like different things about different films. 'A Ghost Story' was the most enjoyable to watch - probably because I'm not in a lot of it and it was so meditative and strange and beautiful," she said. Mara believes actors can learn so much if they undergo an "awful" film experience. "There's something to be said about having an awful experience. You learn so much about yourself when you have a challenging experience. But I guess it ..
Richard Madden hates being called a 'hunk'
"Game of Thrones" star Richard Madden has said that he despises being called a "hunk" as it shifts people's focus from his acting to his looks. The 32-year-old actor told The Daily Star that the tag undermines him as an actor. "I worry about it affecting my job. If people go, 'Oh, you know, he's that hunky thing', that undermines that actually I am an actor," Madden said. The actor also revealed his plans of buying a piece of land, so as to escape the stardom he started enjoying after starring in the hit HBO show. "My aim is to buy a little place on the west coast to escape. It's so gorgeous. I am also my happiest up there. It would be so quiet too," Madden said. The actor played Rob Stark, eldest child of Eddard Stark, the lord of Winterfell, who is assassinated at the Red Wedding by the House Frey in the third season of "GOT". The eighth and final season of the show premiers next year.
Rishi Kapoor leaves for US for medical treatment
Veteran actor Rishi Kapoor says he was taking a "short leave from work" to go to the US for medical treatment because of the "wear and tear" caused due to working in Bollywood for over four decades.
Naomi Campbell 'disappointed' by Nicki Minaj-Cardi B fight
Supermodel Naomi Campbell has weighed upon the ugly fight between rappers Cardi B and Nicki Minaj, saying she was "disappointed" by it. The two rapper had come to blows at a fashion week event in New York City earlier this month. During an appearance on "Watch What Happens Live", Campbell said it was disheartening to see women of colour fighting with each other. "I don't want to see women of colour fight. I don't want to see women fight period. Not there, not that. It's all music. There's no division of music. Music's for everybody, there's no discrimination, so I felt very disappointed," she said. Campbell said she was not at the party when the apparent incident happened. "It was called an ICON party, but there were no icons there. Kate (Moss) and I were at home on the couch watching TV," she added.
Artists to pay 'live tribute' on Gandhiji's 150th anniversary
Around 150 artists from all over Maharashtra shall converge at the prestigious Sir J.J. School of Arts (SJJSA) to pay a special "live tribute" to Mahatma Gandhi on his 150th birth anniversary on October 2, an official said.
Topless, singing Serena sparks internet breast cancer stir
Tennis superstar Serena Williams caused an internet sensation Sunday by posing topless for a video while singing "I Touch Myself" to raise awareness for breast cancer. In the Instagram video, Williams covers her breasts with her hands while singing a version of Australian band The Divinyls' 1991 hit in support of Breast Cancer Network Australia. "This Breast Cancer Awareness Month I've recorded a version of The Divinyls global hit 'I Touch Myself' to remind women to self-check regularly," wrote Williams on the post. "Yes, this put me out of my comfort zone, but I wanted to do it because it's an issue that affects all women of all colors, all around the world. Early detection is key -- it saves so many lives." The song was co-written by Divinyls Australian vocalist Chrissy Amphlett who died of breast cancer five years ago aged 53. "The music video is part of the I Touch Myself Project which was created in honor of celebrated diva, Chrissy Amphlett, who passed away from breast cancer, ..
Legendary Chicago blues guitarist Otis Rush dies at 84
Legendary Chicago blues guitarist Otis Rush, whose passionate, jazz-influenced sound influenced generations of musicians, has died. He was 84. His longtime manager Rick Bates says Rush died Saturday of complications from a stroke suffered in 2003. Rush was a key architect of the Chicago "West Side Sound" in the 1950s and 1960s. His first recording in 1956 on Cobra Records, "I Can't Quit You Baby" reached No. 6 on the Billboard R&B Charts and catapulted him to fame. He won a Grammy for Best Traditional Blues Recording in 1999 for "Any Place I'm Going." Rush was inducted into the Blues Foundation Hall of Fame in 1984.
Gwyneth Paltrow, Brad Falchuk say 'I Do'
Gwyneth Paltrow and Brad Falchuk are married!More than eight months after announcing their engagement, the Oscar winning actor Paltrow and Hollywood producer Falchuk exchanged vows in a private wedding ceremony in the Hamptons, reports E! Online.The list of guests included Paltrow's 'Iron Man' co-star Robert Downey Jr. and his wife Susan Downey, Cameron Diaz and husband Benji Madden and Steven Spielberg, among others.In January, the couple broke the news of their engagement in the debut edition of the magazine version of Paltrow's Goop website. The 46-year-old met Falchuk on the set of 'Glee', shortly after her 'conscious uncoupling' from Coldplay frontman Chris Martin in 2014.The 'Avengers: Infinity War' star and Martin - who share two children - only finalised their divorce in July 2016.
Kanye West is now 'Ye'
Seems like, rapper and designer Kanye West has decided to change his name.The 41-year-old on Saturday announced he is now to be known as 'Ye'. It is also the title of his previous album, released in June."The being formally known as Kanye West. I am YE," he tweeted, ahead of the release of his new album 'Yandhi'.kanyetweetsep30.jpgWest is expected to release the album during his appearance on Saturday Night Live. He was swooped in to replace Ariana Grande at the last minute, after she dropped out of season 44 premiere, citing emotional reasons.Fellow musicians Primce, Sean 'Diddy' Combs and Snoop Dogg have also used different stage names over the years.
My career has come full circle: Trisha on Rajinikanth's Petta'
Actress Trisha Krishnan, who teams up with superstar Rajinikanth for the first time in upcoming Tamil actioner "Petta", feels her career has come full circle as she joins the film's sets from October 1 in Varanasi.
Ariana Grande wants to go on tour
Singer Ariana Grande says she wants to go on tour but being 'away from home' is 'scary' for her right now.
Djimon Hounsou to join 'Charlie's Angels'
Actor Djimon Hounsou is all set to join the reboot of 'Charlie's Angels'.He will join Elizabeth Banks and Patrick Stewart as one of the Bosleys, the primary character in the movie.The script was written by Jay Basu and Banks.The film will focus on the next generation of Angels who will be working with the mysterious character of Charlie.The film is slated to release on September 27, 2019.Hounsou, who first appeared in 'Guardians of the Galaxy', will also feature in 'Captain Marvel'.
Fan rushes towards Adam Levine during live performance
A fan of singer Adam Levine rushed towards him while he and his band 'Maroon 5' were performing live.According to TMZ, the 22-year-old woman was arrested for causing mischief during the show, and was later released on bail.The fan was seen dancing onstage while the band was performing live. She moved close to 'Moves like Jagger' singer Adam to show off her dancing moves.It is here when the security intervened and carried her offstage. Before being taken into custody ,she put up a good fight.
Honoured to be part of Parakram Parva's anthem song: Kailash Kher
Bollywood singer Kailash Kher on Saturday said it was an honour to be associated with the song 'Parkaram geet' (The song of courage) on the second anniversary of the surgical strike, as it is dedicated to the soldiers.Speaking to ANI, the singer said that the song is a tribute to the soldiers from all security forces who are the 'true heroes' of the nation.The song, composed Prasoon Joshi, is the official anthem for Parakram Parva, an exhibition being held for celebrating the second anniversary of the surgical strikes carried out to destroy terror pads along the Line of Control (LoC).The song will be out on Kher's official YouTube channel tomorrow.
When it comes to football, Goans love Portugal, Ronaldo: Goa Minister
Most of Goa, a former Portuguese colony, supports Portugal when it comes to football, the state's Revenue Minister Rohan Khaunte said on Saturday.
Kalki Koechlin, Shilpa Shetty stand in solidarity with Tanushree
Actors Kalki Koechlin, Shilpa Shetty, and Esha Gupta on Saturday joined the bandwagon of Bollywood actors who supported Tanushree Dutta's bravery to speak up about allegedly being sexually harassed by veteran actor Nana Patekar.Kalki Koechlin of 'Dev D.' fame, while speaking to ANI, said talking about issues pertaining to sexual harassment is the need of the hour."We still don't know what are the rules at a workplace is between men and women. It is good that after a controversy we ask questions, and only after asking questions everyone is educated about it, "added Koechlin.On the other hand, Shilpa Shetty said after getting to know about the news from social media, she felt really bad "as a woman" for the trauma Tanushree had to go through."I just feel that nobody should go through any kind of indignity," Shetty said.She further said that a workplace should only be "conducive to work and not violence". No human being, be it man or a woman should come under any form of pressure, she ...
Halsey unveils cover art of 'Without me'
American singer Halsey on Saturday unveiled the poster of her new song 'Without Me' which is all set release in the upcoming week.Halsey took to twitter to post the mysterious and colourful work of art, featuring a human skull submerged in water with a bright orange butterfly flying over it.The post was captioned "Without Me October 4th iamhalsey.com"Halsey, who is well known for her song 'You and I' with former boyfriend, rapper G-eazy, teased her fans about her upcoming song with a clip of the star drenched in a white t-shirt, reported Billboard.