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Salma Hayek joins comedy film 'Limited Partners'

Actor Salma Hayek has come aboard the cast of Paramount Pictures comedy "Limited Partners". The 52-year-old actor joins Tiffany Haddish and Rose Byrne in the Miguel Arteta-directed feature, reported Deadline. Haddish, 38, and Byrne, 39, are portraying best girlfriends who build a successful company, only to find their bond tested when a big buyout offer comes their way. The script has been penned by Sam Pitman and Adam Cole-Kelly, and the film will start shooting next month. Peter Principato, Italy Reiss and Joel Zadak are producing, with Nicolas Stern executive producing.

Ryan Reynolds to star in sci-fi comedy 'Free Guy'

"Deadpool" star Ryan Reynolds is all set to play the lead in sci-fi comedy "Free Guy". The film will be directed by Shawn Levy, best known for helming "Night at the Museum" series and executive producing hit Netflix show "Stranger Things". The story, penned by Matt Lieberman, follows a background character who realizes he is living in a video game. With the help of an avatar, he tries to prevent the makers of the game from shutting down his world. Reynolds, 41, will also produce the project under his banner Maximum Effort, along with Greg Berlanti and Sarah Schechter, reported Deadline. The actor, who most recently starred in "Deadpool 2", is currently shooting for Michael Bay's "6 Underground" for Netflix. He is also lending his voice for Legendary's "Pokemon: Detective Pikachu".

Kevin Spacey sued by masseur over alleged sexual assault in 2016

Actor Kevin Spacey has been sued for allegedly sexually assaulting a masseur at a house in Malibu, California, two years ago. According to Deadline, a lawsuit filed at Los Angeles Superior Court states that the actor, who is being investigated by police in the US and UK over alleged sexual assaults, attacked the unnamed masseur in October 2016. "Spacey assaulted and battered plaintiff by forcing plaintiff to touch his scrotum, testicles, and penis, grabbing plaintiff's shoulders and pulling him in for an apparent attempted forced kiss, and grabbing plaintiff's genitalia," the complaint filed by a John Doe masseuse read. "During these assaults, plaintiff repeatedly asked Spacey to allow him to leave, but Spacey blocked access to the door with his naked body," the 11-page paperwork also said of the incident. As per the lawsuit, "as a direct and proximate result of Spacey's actions, plaintiff has suffered and continues to suffer severe mental anguish, emotional pain and distress, fear, ..

Gal Gadot in talks for 'Death on the Nile'

"Wonder Woman" star Gal Gadot is in negotiations to star in the "Death on the Nile", Twentieth Century Fox's follow-up to "Murder on the Orient Express". If the talks are finalised, the 33-year-old actor will portray socialite Linnet Doyle, recently married to the former fiance of a past friend, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Kenneth Branagh is expected to come back as the director and reprise his role of the mustachioed Belgian detective Hercule Poirot, though a deal is yet to be signed. Based on celebrated author Agatha Christies novel of the same name, the follow-up will chronicle Poirots vacation in Egypt where he discovers a murder on the banks the Nile as a love triangle goes bad. The book has been previously adapted into a 1978 film, with Peter Ustinov as Poirot along with Bette Davis, Mia Farrow, Maggie Smith, among others.

Malia Obama makes music video debut!

Malia Obama, former US President Barack Obama's elder daughter, has appeared in indie rock band New Dakota's music video 'Walking on Air.'It seems like all those years under the White House spotlight have prepared the former first daughter for the camera, as she looks utterly natural rocking her head and singing in the video. Later, she is also seen playing the harmonica.Check out the video yourself:This isn't Malia's first experience in the entertainment industry, bitten by the Hollywood bug, she also worked as an intern for Lena Dunham's HBO series 'Girls'.It's not just the daughter who is keen on entering the show business. In May, Netflix announced that it will be collaborating with the Obama couple- Barack Obama and Michelle Obama- to produce various projects including scripted and unscripted series, documentaries and features.

Bachchan's generosity on 'special appearances' is not so common (Column: Bollywood Spotlight)

Amitabh Bachchan shares a very special rapport with Ajay Devgn. Ajay's father, the famed stunt co-ordinator Veeru Devgan, is a friend of Bachchan. The friendship continues with the next generation, with Ajay and Abhishek Bachhan sharing very warm vibes.

Men need to stop being threatened by change: Varun Dhawan (IANS Interview)

There are calls to make gender parity a reality in the entertainment industry and Varun Dhawan feels men have an important role to play in this discourse. The actor says men should stop feeling threatened and work towards creating a better work environment for all.

It's a good movie, it's going to be a hit: Barbra Streisand on 'A Star Is Born' remake

"A Star Is Born" alum Barbra Streisand has seen the new version of the movie featuring Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper and the veteran artiste says the film will surely have a great run at the box office. In the new film Cooper plays rockstar Jackson Maine who discovers a talented singer named Ally (Gaga). The 1976 version, which starred Streisand, won an Oscar for Best Music, Original Song for "Evergreen". Streisand, who has seen the new remake, shared with E! online the advice she gave to Gaga for her role. "I told her to do it live, and she wanted to do it live, so that's good because that's the best way to do it. But their songs are different It's a good movie, it's going to be a hit," she said. "It starts like my old movie, with the concert and he goes to a club and finds her. But they were able to put some new things in it which I liked," she added. "A Star Is Born" also marks the directorial debut of Cooper.

SCAD Savannah Film Festival to honour Hugh Jackman, Emily Blunt

Hugh Jackman and Emily Blunt are among the artistes who will be honoured at the SCAD Savannah Film Festival. Jackman, best known for playing superhero character Wolverine on screen, will receive Legend of Cinema Award at the annual film festival, which will be held from October 27 to November 3, the Savannah College of Art and Design said in a statement. The event is the largest university-run film festival in the US. Blunt, 35, will be honoured with Icon Award, while her 38-year-old husband, John Krasinski, will be bestowed with the Vanguard Award. "The Deuce" star Maggie Gyllenhaal will be getting the Outstanding Achievement in Acting and Producing Award, and "Big Little Lies" actor Shailene Woodley will receive the Spotlight Award. Armie Hammer, who most recently starred in the Oscar-winning drama "Call Me By Your Name", will be honoured with the Outstanding Achievement in Cinema Award. The stars of Barry Jenkins' "If Beale Street Could Talk" -- Stephan James and KiKi Layne -- are .

I'll not changing my profession to actress, filmmaker: Shakti Mohan

Dancer-choreographer and popular TV personality Shakti Mohan says even if destiny is is not in favour of her professional life, she won't change paths to become an actress or filmmaker.

Eddie Murphy and girlfriend Paige Butcher are engaged

Actor Eddie Murphy and his girlfriend Paige Butcher are engaged. Butcher, who is pregnant with her and Murphy's second child, was spotted out and about in Los Angeles wearing a large diamond ring earlier this week, reported E! online. This will mark the first marriage for Butcher, 39, and second marriage for Murphy, 57. He was married to Nicole Mitchell Murphy for 13 years until 2006. Murphy and Butcher started dating in 2012 and welcomed their daughter in 2016. His representative had said last month that the actor and model are set to welcome their second child in December.

I'm extremely proud of 'Manikarnika': Kangana

Actress Kangana Ranaut says she is proud of "Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi", and is looking forward to its release.

Kevin Spacey sued by anonymous masseur

Actor Kevin Spacey is being sued for allegedly forcing a masseur to grope him before trying to kiss him.

Swati Semwal quits 'Manikarnika'

Actress Swati Semwal says she has quit Kangana Ranaut's "Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi" as she was unsure if her role would have been substantial enough following Sonu Sood's exit from the movie.

Was asked to get nose job during my early days as singer, says Lady Gaga

Singer Lady Gaga has revealed during her initial days in the music industry she was asked to get a nose job. The 32-year-old singer, who is making her feature film debut with Bradley Cooper's directorial "A Star Is Born", said she did not took the advice seriously as she wanted to be known for who she is. "I was told when I was first starting out that I should get a nose job, but I didn't because I wanted to be who I was," she told Sky News. Gaga said she drew inspiration from such experience to play the role of an aspiring singer in the musical drama. "I really believed in myself when I started out pounding on doors to break down all of the barriers in the music industry, I really had courage. She doesn't have that, she's not brave and she's not full of self-confidence," she said. "A Star Is Born" will hit the theatres on October 5.

Bradley Cooper won't direct 'Guardians of the Galaxy 3'

Actor Bradley Cooper has trashed the idea that he should take over as the director for the third part of "Guardians of the Galaxy" series. The untitled third film is currently without a director after James Gunn, who helmed the previous two installments, was fired by Disney for his old offensive tweets. Cooper, 43, who is making his directorial debut with the musical drama "A Star Is Born", was asked whether he would be willing to take up the job. "In directing? I could never direct anything that I didn't write. No, I could never direct anything that I didn't write," the actor, who voices Rocket Racoon in the film series, told online outlet JOE. Actor Dave Bautista had recently revealed that the third part of "Guardians of the Galaxy" has been put "on hold indefinitely" after Gunn's departure.

Will Smith wants Deadshot solo

Actor Will Smith hopes his "Suicide Squad" character Deadshot is given a solo film by the Warner Bros and DC Entertainment. The 50-year-old actor had appeared in the David Ayer-directed film alongside Margot Robbie, Jared Leto, Cara Delevingne, Viola Davis and Scott Eastwood. Though the film failed at the box and was slammed by critics, Smith's performance was appreciated by all. The actor recently answered questions from fans during a YouTube live-stream, moments before bungee-jumping in the Grand Canyon. When a user asked if Deadshot will ever get his solo, Smith replied, "I hope so. I love playing Deadshot. I really enjoyed that character." "They've been talking about it. So if a good idea comes around... We've been having meetings. But I would love to. I love Deadshot," he added. The studio is currently moving with another spin-off, "The Birds of Prey". Margot Robbie will reprise her role of Harley Quinn in the film, which will be helmed by Cathy Yan.

Marty Balin, co-founder of Jefferson Airplane, dies aged 76

Marty Balin, who was a co-founder of Jefferson Airplane and a member of its later incarnation Jefferson Starship, passed away at the age of 76. The cause of death is still unknown.The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, who was also awarded with the Grammy Lifetime Award, co-wrote five songs on Jefferson Airplane's famous album Surrealistic Pillow, Billboard reported.He wrote some all-time hit tunes, including "It's No Secret," "Today," "Comin' Back To Me," "Plastic Fantastic Lover," "Share a Little Joke" and "Volunteers."Balin quit the group about a year later and joined Jefferson Starship in 1974. In 1978, he launched a solo career before returning to Jefferson Starship from 2004 to 2008.Balin's wife Susan, in a statement, said, "Marty and I shared the deepest of love, he often called it Nirvana, and it was. But really, we were all touched by his love. His presence will be within my entire being forever.

You can't stop Pakistani women from thinking, dreaming: Author Taha Kehar

Meet Tanya, the protagonist of a new quick-read from Pakistan, who has "got a pretty good life, working for a Karachi newspaper and smoking-drinking-flirting her way through minor romantic escapades". The author, Taha Kehar, says that her character is his attempt to cultivate a narrative about what it means to be a woman in Karachi. But are there really many "politically opinionated, liberal, urban women that are both feisty and fearless", as Tanya is, in Pakistan today?

Shraddha Kapoor looks her sporty best as Saina Nehwal

After garnering immense appreciation for her latest quirky drama 'Stree', Shraddha Kapoor is all set to treat her fans with Bhushan Kumar's biopic on Indian badminton player Saina Nehwal.T- Series has released the first look of Shraddha as Saina. In the picture, that seems to be a still from the film, the 'Aashiqui 2' actor can be seen donning the sportswear, holding a racket and channelling all her energy in the game.Sharing her experience about preparing for her role in the film, the 31-year-old said that she practised for months, which also included many 6 am training sessions."I have already clocked 40 classes of badminton in preparation for this biopic. It's a really tough sport, but I am enjoying myself," she said.Talking about recreating the Indian shuttler's journey, the 'Batti Gul Meter Chalu' actor said, "To get an insight into the life of a sportsperson is fascinating. Saina's journey itself is so interesting - right from her misses to her injuries and victories."Shraddha ..