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Bangladesh selects Irrfan Khan's 'Doob' for Oscar's foreign language category

Irrfan Khan-starrer "Doob" ("No Bed of Roses") is Bangladesh's official entry for the Oscars next year. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the film, directed by Mostofa Sarwar Farooki, that was initially banned in Bangladesh, will be contesting in the Best Foreign Language category at the 91st Academy Awards. "Doob" courted controversy in the wake of reports that it was loosely based on late Bangladeshi writer and filmmaker Humayun Ahmed. Farooki denied that it was a biopic and the film later received a No Objection Certificate from the Bangladesh Film Development Corporation. The film released on October 27, 2017. The movie features Irrfan, who is currently in London undergoing treatment for neuroendocrine tumour, in the lead. India's Parno Mittra and Nusrat Imrose Tisha and Rokeya Prachy of the neighbouring country are also part of the cast. Irrfan plays Javed Hasan, a successful director going through midlife crisis when he has a tryst with his daughter's childhood friend whom he

Australian filmmaker back home after jail time in Cambodia

An Australian documentary filmmaker is back home in Sydney after he was granted a Royal pardon in Cambodia for a espionage conviction, for which he was sentenced to six years in prison.

Jennifer Lopez falls on stage during Las Vegas show

American singer Jennifer Lopez suffered a big fall onstage during a weekend performance in Las Vegas on Sunday.In a video obtained by TMZ, JLo was performing at her Vegas residency show when somewhere in the midst of all the action, she took a spill on stage. The pop star got right back up with a grin with the help of a fan from the crowd.Also, a Twitter uploaded the video of the incident, writing, "This is how you handle a fall like a pro."The event was attended by Lopez's boyfriend Alex Rodriguez, Selena Gomez, Jessica Alba, Dua Lipa, Becky G and Sofia Vergara..

Drake cancels concert due to illness

Rapper Drake recently cancelled yet another set of shows in Miami with the hip-hop trio, Migos, due to a serious illness.The 'In my feeling's singer went public, saying "I got so ill so fast I had never experienced anything like that in my life," confirmed TMZ."Thank you to the two doctors and nurse that helped me with round the clock care. Thank you God for allowing me to recover and continue," he added.The rapper was scheduled to perform at American Airlines Arena with Migos on September 22 and 23. However, it was earlier reported that these shows have been cancelled due to technical issues on the set and will now be held in November.The tour got off to a rough start, with several shows getting pushed back or cancelled altogether.

Michelle Obama officiates Chicago couple's wedding!

Michelle Obama, who is all set to launch a nationwide tour to promote her new book, recently helped a young couple tie the knot.According to TMZ, the former first lady helped Chicago couple Stephanie Rivkin and Joel Sircus say "I do" on Sunday evening at the Theater on the Lake.One attendee couldn't contain the excitement and shared a video of Obama with the soon-to-be newlyweds at the altar on Instagram, which has since been deleted.In the video, Obama recited vows into a microphone as the bride repeated after her. She donned a floor-length, long-sleeve black dress, a stark contrast to the white canopy behind her.Michelle Obama, who is all set to launch her stadium tour, will hit 10 U.S. cities to launch the sale of her memoir, "Becoming.

Bangladesh chooses Irrfan Khan's 'No Bed of Roses' for Oscars

Global star Irrfan Khan's 'No Bed of Roses' has entered the Oscars race.The film has been chosen by Bangladesh as its Academy Awards entry under the foreign-language category.An India-Bangladesh co-production, the film premiered at the 2017 Shanghai film festival, Moscow film festival, Vancouver film festival, and Busan film festival confirmed The Hollywood Reporter.In the film, Khan essays the role of a successful film-maker, Javed Hasan, who faces a midlife crisis when he has a tryst with his daughter's childhood friend, Parno Mittra, causing a national scandal.Bangladeshi actor Rokeya Prachi plays the role of his wife while Nusrat Imrose Tisha plays the role of his daughter.The 91st Academy Awards will be held on February 24, 2019.

Paulina García to star in Pepa San's 'Happiness'

Chilean actress Paulina García, who has won a Silver Bear award at the Berlin Film Festival for Sebastian Lelio's 2013 film 'Gloria', is all set to star in the second feature of Pepa San Martín's, 'Happiness.'Produced by Macarena Lopez, the project will be pitched at the 7th Europe-Latin America Co-Production Forum of Spain's San Sebastian Film Festival, confirmed Variety.The feature will follow the lives of Ana and Teresa, two childhood friends, now in their sixties, who regularly spend weekends together. The story takes a turn when Teresa opposes Ana's intentions about not getting treatment for her illness.The screenplay is written by Alicia Scherson, one of Chile's foremost women directors, and Luz Croxatto and San Martín.

Cheryl moves out of ex Liam Payne's mansion

Singer Cheryl, who has been living at her former boyfriend Liam Payne's house for a long time, has moved out of there and is keen to buy one particular luxury property for her and her 17-month-old son Bear to share.

Joaquin Phoenix as Joker is winning the internet

After director Todd Phillips unveiled the first look of actor Joaquin Phoenix as the Joker, Arthur, from the untitled Batman film, Twitterverse is in awe of the actor.Taking to his official Instagram account, Phillips had shared a short screen test which featured Phoenix in his Joker avatar. Since then, more footage has been leaked of the actor's portrayal.In a recent picture, the 43-year-old was spotted on the set with his Joker makeup, green hair, and burgundy suit at a subway Station in New York City.Praising Phoenix, a Twitter user wrote, "I gotta say, when I first saw the screen test, I was thinking to myself "well shit, this might screw up the good run that DC has what with #Shazam and #Aquaman, however seeing this footage and hearing rumours that this will take place before Bruce's parents, aka Thomas and."In another tweet, a user said, "In most of his movies he stars in, always does his research on the character he's playing and makes sure that he nitpicks the key details of a

Adil Hussain wants government to back 'Village Rockstars' in Oscar race

Noted Assamese actor Adil Hussain has urged the government to release Rs 5 crore for the promotion of Rima Das' Assamese film "Village Rockstars" ahead of the Oscars, where it will represent India in the Best Foreign Language film category.

Bourdain remembered at final 'Parts Unknown' screening

Late celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain's last voiceover for "Parts Unknown" was about how he always tried to do his best.

Irrfan Khan's 'Doob: No Bed of Roses' is Bangladesh's Oscar entry

Indian actor Irrfan Khan-starrer "Doob - No Bed of Roses", which was once banned in Bangladesh, has been chosen as the country's official entry for the Academy Awards 2019.

Assam governor, chief minister condole Kalpana Lajmi's death

Assam Governor and Chief Minister condoled the demise of filmmaker Kalpana Lajmi, saying she had brought "sidelined issues" into mainstream Bollywood movies. In an official release, Assam Governor Jagdish Mukhi mourned the death of writer-director Kalpana Lajmi, who passed away Sunday at the age of 64. "A filmmaker par excellence, her death is an irreparable loss to the world of cinema," Mukhi said. Lajmi, who was famous for bringing sidelined issues into mainstream Bollywood movies, was often credited for her ventures in women-oriented movies, he added. Her cinematic ventures like Ek Pal, Rudaali and Darmiyaan gave us a glimpse of her cinematic acumen, the governor said. "Her works will definitely be a source of inspiration for the coming generation," he added. Assam Chief Minister Sarbandna Sonowal too expressed his condolence on the demise of the eminent filmmaker. In a condolence message, Sonowal said, "During her lifetime, the filmmaker produced several epoch-making .

Lord Ganesh does not need DJ and Dolby, says Fadnavis

Defending the ban on DJ and Dolby sound during the Ganesh festival which ends Sunday, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said Lord Ganesh does not need such hi-tech sound amplifying systems. The government's ban on DJ and Dolby sound has created resentment among some Ganesh mandals (groups which celebrate the festival in public), but the Bombay High Court upheld it earlier this week. Speaking to the media after the immersion of Ganesh idol installed at the chief minister's residence 'Varsha' here, Fadnavis said, "Lord Ganesh does not need DJ-Dolby, it has become our need, for our enthusiasm. "Traditional musical instruments are more enjoyable. Loud music causes noise pollution. I think the revelry should not be diminished, but we should also think of environment and traditions," he said. The government had defended the ban on DJ and Dolby sound in the high court saying that these systems can not be operated without breaching the maximum sound limits ...

Ayushmann learns multiple dialects for 'Badhaai Ho'

Actor Ayushmann Khurrana, who will next be seen in Amit Ravindernath Sharma's "Badhaai Ho", learnt three dialects for the family comedy.

Tone can't change with preference to colour: Shilpa on facing racism at Sydney airport

Shilpa Shetty called out an Australian airline staff Sunday for alleged racist behaviour, saying colour of a customer cannot decide treatment meted out to them. The actor, who was travelling from Sydney to Melbourne, shared the incident on Instagram in a lengthy post. "... At the check-in counter met a grumpy #Mel (that's her name) who decided it was 'OK' to speak curtly to 'US' (brown people!) travelling together, I was flying business and had two bags (my allowance) and she insisted and decided my half empty Duffel bag was oversized (to check in!)," Shilpa wrote. The actor said she contacted the counter dealing with "oversized luggage", where the staff told her to check in the bag manually. "As the manual check-in wasn't going through for five minutes (we tried) I went upto #Mel and requested her to put the bag through as her colleague said it wasn't an oversized bag. She refused again. Just being adamant especially when I told her this is causing a lot of inconvenience," she ...

RK Studios comes alive with Ganpati Visarjan celebrations

Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor, along with his father Rishi Kapoor and uncles Randhir and Rajiv, kept to tradition and celebrated Ganpati Visarjan with full enthusiasm amidst a sea of fans at the iconic RK Studios, which has been put up for sale.

Only talent fetches audience in long run, says casting director

Even as a slew of Bollywood celebrities' children are ready to take the plunge into the world of showbiz, casting director Dinesh Sudarshan Soi says talent comes first as that's what matters in the long run.

Shilpa Shetty faces racism at Sydney airport

Actress-entrepreneur Shilpa Shetty Kundra on Sunday alleged that she faced an unpleasant experience for being "brown" at the Sydney airport over her cabin luggage. Upset by an official who was curt, she says people's tone must not change with preference to colour.

Katie Price checks into rehab

TV personality Katie Price has checked into rehab to get treated for her post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).