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Selena Gomez on social media break
Singer-actor Selena Gomez has decided to take some time off from social media so that she can ''live her life.'' The 26-year-old former Disney star recently returned to Instagram after a brief break from the app but has decided to step back again. "Mood laugh out loud (I was looking at myself in the mirror -like an idiot) Update: taking a social media break. Again. As much as I am grateful for the voice that social media gives each of us, I am equally grateful to be able to step back and live my life present to the moment I have been given. "Kindness and encouragement only for a bit! Just remember- negative comments can hurt anybody's feelings" she wrote along side a picture of herself.
World Food Programme tackles hunger with innovative ad
The UN World Food Programme on Monday took its campaign to fight world hunger to a global cinema audience with an innovative, interactive advertisement. Billed as a world first, the advertisement that will appear in cinemas in more than 30 countries will feature an on-screen code that movie-goers can scan with their smartphones to interact on Facebook Messenger. On Messenger, the user can then interact with the character from the advertisement who shares her story and offers a way to donate meals to hungry children through the UN agency's ShareTheMeal app. In the short clip, a woman appears at a packed news conference said to be about a breakthrough medical advance. When she speaks, she instead reveals that she has died of hunger at age eight -- followed by the UN agency's message on how to help. Unveiling the advertisement on the eve of the annual UN General Assembly, the World Food Programme said it wanted to find a new way to drum up support for tackling hunger, which has been ...
Digital platform has generated employment, good content: Radhika Apte
Actress Radhika Apte, whose "omnipresence" on Indian Netflix shows has been much talked about, says the digital platform has generated a lot of employment and really good content.
Prasoon Joshi-led CBFC suggests new initiatives
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), chaired by Prasoon Joshi, has suggested new initiatives such as to invite the heads and members of Hindi and regional film associations, and a communication campaign for educating audience segments about the various categories that film content is certified under.
Irrfan 'delighted' as 'Doob' heads to Oscars as official entry of Bangladesh
Irrfan Khan-starrer "Doob" ("No Bed of Roses") is Bangladesh's official entry for the Oscars next year and the actor is "extremely happy" with the film's selection, says his spokesperson. "Irrfan is extremely happy to hear the news. It is an honour to be recognised by the jury and he is delighted that his film is getting the much deserved acknowledgement at long last," the 51-year-old actor's spokesperson said in a statement. Irrfan is currently in London undergoing treatment for neuroendocrine tumour. "Doob", helmed by Bangladeshi director, Mostofa Sarwar Farooki, revolves around the life of a renowned filmmaker who creates a scandal in Bangladesh when he leaves his wife to marry his daughter's friend. The film premiered at the Shanghai International Film Festival in 2017. Farooki said it would have been impossible to make the film without Irrfan. "I am happy because 'No Bed of Roses' is representing Bangladesh at the Oscars. I hope the the film would find some love from the Academy .
Spice Girls reunion is definitely happening: Mel B
Singer Mel B has revealed the much-awaited reunion of the Spice Girls is ''definitely'' happening. The "Viva Forever" hitmaker, who was popular as Scary Spice in the girl group, says the talks are true that ''at least four'' of them will hit the road next year. ''There is a reunion happening, now it's going to be - I'm not supposed to say when - but it is happening," she said during an appearance on UK TV show "Loose Women". Asked who will feature in the line-up, she said, ''Definitely, definitely. Yes, kind of (all of us). It's definitely four of us.'' Mel B's reunion details have come after it was reported that the 90s stars have signed a deal for a UK tour next year - without Victoria Beckham.
'My Client's Wife' a true, mean suspense thriller: Anjali Patil
After "Newton", National Award-winning actress Anjali Patil has explored the territory of bad marriages with disturbing outcomes in forthcoming film "My Client's Wife". She says it's a mean suspense thriller.
Not everyone gets the concept of feminism: Sanya Malhotra
Whether it was essaying a wrestler in "Dangal" or playing a feisty sister in the upcoming "Pataakha" -- Bollywood actress Sanya Malhotra is carving out a niche for herself as a performer who celebrates the idea of gender equality and feminism. She says it's a concept quite misunderstood by many.
Daphini to debut at Magnetic Fields
Canadian musician Dan Snaith aka Daphini will debut at the sixth edition of the popular music and arts festival Magnetic Fields, which will be held from December 14-16 at Alsisar Mahal in Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan.
Netflix order for Melissa Joan Hart-Sean Astin sitcom 'No Good Nick'
Netflix has picked up family sitcom "No Good Nick" to its growing list of original productions. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the show will star Melissa Joan Hart and Sean Astin as parents who unwittingly open their home to a teenage con artist. Hart will play Liz, a type-A career mother who is married to Astin's Ed, a lovable, dorky "fun dad". Siena Agudong will play the title character, the petty thief with a secret agenda. "Kevin Can Wait" director Andy Fickman will helm the show. "Melissa Joan Hart and Sean Astin are beloved by millions of fans around the world, and we are delighted to bring them together as parents for the very first time. "We hope to entertain kids and families with heart, mystery and a lot of fun when 'No Good Nick' comes to Netflix," Netflix VP, kids and family, Melissa Cobb said in a statement. The cast also includes Kalama Epstein and Lauren Lindsey Donzis. Production has already started begun on the show, which was created by David H Steinberg and ...
Would've been impossible to make 'Doob...' without Irrfan: Director
"Doob: No Bed of Roses", Bangladesh's Oscar entry in the best foreign language film category, would not have been possible without Indian actor Irrfan Khan, says the movie's director Mostofa Sarwar Farooki.
Skillbox- art social network and discovery platform for artists
Gurugram-based Skillbox is an art or social network and discovery platform that helps artists including musicians, bands, DJ, producers, session artists, photographers, designers and sketch artists, and focuses on bringing together the community of artists from across the world.The live art market in India is highly fragmented with no platform or services providing one-stop, seamless services. Artists have various requirements from publicity to landing the right gigs, technical requirements, monetization and legal issues among others.Similarly businesses are faced with the challenge of discovering and connecting with bona fide and talented artists. As a result, the entire process is non transparent, cumbersome and inefficient.This is where Skillbox steps in to solve the problem. Skillbox is an end to end platform that addresses all the needs of an artist, whether established or upcoming and businesses alike. With its Artists Profiles section, artists can easily create visually ...
Kannada actors Darshan, Devaraj injured in mishap
Kannada film actors Darshan, Devaraj and his son Prajwal were injured when the car in which they were travelling in rammed a road divider near Ilakal in Mysuru early Monday, police said. The trio were returning from Mysuru when the car hit the road divider as the driver could not see the sudden curve, police said. Darshan's sustained a fracture near his fist, Devaraj suffered injuries in his abdomen and Prajwal, minor abrasions, they said. Darshan and Devaraj have been admitted to a hospital, while Prajwal has been discharged. Darshan, who made his debut as the lead actor in the Kannada movie "Majestic", has acted in about 60 movies. Devaraj, nick-named "dynamic hero" for being a versatile actor, has acted in more than 200 movies.
Demi Lovato photographed in public for first time since overdose
Demi Lovato was spotted in public on Sunday morning for the first time after being hospitalised for a drug overdose. According to TMZ, Lovato was seen near her rehab, where she has been since relocating from her East Coast facility. The publication also shared a new photo of her on their website. In the picture, the 26-year-old singer appears to be smiling as she talks with another woman walking a dog. On July 24, the singer overdosed on what was reported as an unspecified opioid. She was found unconscious in her Hollywood Hills residence. She was then taken to Cedars-Sinai hospital, where she listed in stable condition and has remained there since the incident. On August 12, Lovato was reportedly left the rehabilitation facility in search of additional treatment in Chicago.
Hong Kong joins Oscar race with 'Operation Red Sea'
Hong Kong has joined the Oscar race by officially choosing 'Operation Red Sea' on Monday as its entry for the 'foreign language film' category.The movie, which is directed by Dante Lam, is a story about a Chinese navy personnel who mobilises to save a Chinese national who is held hostage in an unspecified African country.It was a hit film during the Chinese New Year back in February in its home ground, by earning a whopping USD 576 million.The movie was released in North America by WellGo USA in February, where it earned $1.54 million.With 'Operation Red Sea' it will be the country's 91st entry into the Oscars under the said category. But Hong Kong received nominations back in 1991 for 'Raise the Red Lantern' and in 1993 for 'Farewell My Concubine'.
I like to live on the edge: Radhika
With three consecutive Netflix projects and one Bollywood blockbuster to her credit Radhika Apte is on a roll, but the actor says she does not let the success get to her and likes to live on the "edge". The actor started the year with R Balki's comedy-drama "Padman" and featured in "Lust Stories", "Sacred Games" and "Ghoul", positioning her as streaming giant's India favourite. "The content that's coming my way is great, but something really needs to challenge and throw me off, completely shatter me. I like to live that. It has its downside too, but I like to live on the edge. "The year has been great but there's much more I want to do, which will give me the kind of satisfaction that I've been looking for. I don't think this is that year," Radhika told PTI. She said she is currently experiencing gratefulness and insecurity in equal parts. "I am grateful for all the work but it's also confusing because you are doing so much work that you don't have time to breathe. It produces a lot ..
It has big impact on your sense of self: Jane Fonda opens up about mother's suicide
Veteran actor Jane Fonda has said her mother's suicide had a huge impact on her. In the new HBO documentary, "Jane Fonda in Five Acts", the star shared her experience about growing up with a mother who was bipolar and how she learned to understand and forgive her. "If you have a parent who is not capable of showing up, not capable of reflecting you back through eyes of love, it has a big impact on your sense of self. "As a child, you always think it was your fault Because the child can't blame the adult, because they depend on the adult for survival. It takes a long time to get over the guilt," Fonda told People magazine. Frances Ford Seymour married Henry Fonda in 1936 and they had two children: Jane and Peter. In 1950, when Jane was 12 and her mother was 42, she took her own life by slitting her throat during her time at a mental institution. The actor's father had told her and her bother that their mother died due to a heart attack. Fonda only found out the truth by reading about ..
Sid Owens 'gobsmacked' over Westbrook's cancer diagnosis
Actress Danniella Westbrook's "EastEnders" former co-star Sid Owens has prayed for the actress' good health after she revealed she has been diagnosed with womb cancer.
Vani Jairam bereaved
Well-known playback singer Vani Jairam's husband, TS Jayaraman, passed away here Monday following a brief illness, according to sources close to the family. The 79-year old Jayaraman breathed his last at a hospital here this morning, they said. The couple has no children. Vani Jairam is a popular cinema playback singer who has lent her voice for a number of hit numbers in Tamil, Kannada and Hindi and others.
Mahesh Bhatt is pure magic: Varun Mitra
Actor Varun Mitra says filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt is pure magic and producer Mukesh Bhatt is all strength.