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Cary Fukunaga to direct new James Bond film
"True Detective" helmer Cary Fukunaga has been announced as the replacement of Danny Boyle for the upcoming James Bond movie. The news was shared by producers in a statement posted on Twitter, saying that the 41-year-old filmmaker, best known for directing films such as "Jane Eyre" and "Beasts of No Nation", will start shooting for the project in March next year with a release date of February 14, 2020. "We are delighted to be working with Cary. His versatility and innovation make him an excellent choice for our next James Bond adventure," said Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli in the statement. Boyle had last month dropped out of the project, which will mark Daniel Craig's last outing as the famed British spy, over creative difference with the producers. He was supposed to start shooting in December. The director had boarded the project along with his "Trainspotting" co-writer, John Hodge, but they both have now exited it. Last week, screenwriters Neal Purvis and Robert Wade, ...
'Wonder Woman' scribe Allan Heinberg to pen female-led Marvel drama
Allen Heinberg, writer of "Wonder Woman", is set to develop a female-driven Marvel drama at ABC. The Disney-owned network has handed out production commitment to the top-secret project, Deadline reported. True to Marvel style, details about the premise are being kept under wraps, though it is expected to shine light on lesser-known characters in the comic book giant's library. Heiberg has earlier served as showrunner on ABC's "The Catch". He will also executive produce alongside Marvel TV head Jeph Loeb. Currently, Marvel's "Agents of SHIELD" will return in next year for an abbreviated 13-episode order. It is unclear if this would be the show's final season. ABC previously aired "Agent Carter" and "Inhumans", from the MCU, which have both been cancelled. It was announced Wednesday that popular Marvel comics character Loki and Scarlett Witch are all set to get stand-alone TV shows that will air on Disney's new streaming video service, set to launch in 2019.
Morocco enters the Oscars race with 'Burnout'
It is now Morocco's turn to join the Oscar race, as it chose 'Burnout' as its entry for the 'foreign language film' category.The film, which is being directed by Nour Eddine Lakhmari, is a story about people from different social backgrounds residing in Casablanca, reported The Hollywood Reporter.The Morocco-Norway co-production was released across cinema halls in Morocco on October 11, 2017.'Burnout' will be the country's 14th submission to the Academy Awards, but till date, no film has ever earned a nomination. However, 'Omar Killed Me' directed by Roschdy Zem made to the shortlist back in 2011.This film will be director Lakhmari's second submission after 2008's 'Casanegra'.On the same day, Bolivia too chose 'Muralla' to be submitted under the said category.
Sixth book of 'Game of Thrones' series still underway
The author of the popular fantasy novel series 'Game of Thrones', George R.R. Martin has said that the sixth book of the series is not coming out anytime soon as he is still working on it.He admitted that the book, 'The Winds of Winter', is "very complex".Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter he wished that he had written the book four years ago.He added that he chose to stay back home as he believes "there are a lot of great distractions out there" which will stall completion of his book, one of them being visiting the sets of the popular web series named after his novel.He even revealed that there is one more book to follow after the sixth one.Web series 'Game of Thrones' recently won the 2018 Emmy award under the 'Outstanding Drama Series' category.
Anurag Kashyap fumes after scenes deleted from 'Manmarziyaan'
"Manmarziyaan" has landed in fresh controversy over the deletion of three smoking-related scenes with director Anurag Kashyap expressing a strong displeasure over the move, implying that he was not consulted about the decision. The scenes in question had upset a certain section of the Sikh community and Kashyap, who is out of the country, had on Wednesday issued a "genuine" apology to those who were hurt genuinely. The makers had apparently approached the censor board to chop off the alleged objectionable scenes from the film, starring Taapsee Pannu, Abhishek Bachchan and Vicky Kaushal. Kashyap vented out his anger against the move on Twitter, calling out Eros International, who are the presenters of the film. "Before my tweet is taken down - Congratulations. Here by all problems of Punjab are solved and Sikh youth have been saved . Happy to be back in LaLa land again. Next time you are threatened by a film please call Kishore Lulla directly... Eros knows how to solve matters in ...
Perfect isn't real, embrace imperfections: Actress Neha Sharma
Women should be lifting each other up, not tearing each other down by pointing out imperfections or shaming someone for being confident, says actress Neha Sharma.
Elysian desire crafts 'Frame2Fame' Global Music Video 'O Saawariya' season 3
Breaking the shackles of pre-existing norms, artists and designers are now ready to shun stereotypes by showcasing new talents, who were earlier unable to find a credible platform to display their talent.After the successful launch of Dazzling Global Indian Diva Calendar Hong Kong and Music Video, Frame2Fame Sydney such is an attempt by designer Pooja Bhutani and entrepreneur Gaurav Bhutani by launching Elysian Desire Frame2Fame Music Video Hong Kong Season 3 along with renowned Bollywood Singer DigVijay Singh Pariyar. It is an effort to give recognition to existing exuberant global talented Indian women from all over Hong Kong as well as to bring out the style and glam quotient within them.The Frame2Fame season 3 Hong Kong team comprises of best talent from Bollywood industry both from India and Hong Kong, which includes renowned Bollywood Singer DigVijay Singh Pariyar along with music composer Abhinav Arora and Himanshu Tamar. Makeup partner, Priya and Joyce from Looks Hong Kong has
Marvel series on female superheroes on TV soon
"Wonder Woman" writer Allan Heinberg is aiming to bring more female superheroes to the small screen.
Cary Fukunaga to direct new James Bond film
Primetime Emmy award-winning American filmmaker Cary Joji Fukunaga, best known for directing and executive producing the first season of the series "True Detective", will direct the new James Bond film.
Kiss band announce final tour
After 45 years of performing across the globe, popular rock band Kiss has announced their final tour.
Ranveer Singh to endorse menswear brand Siyaram's
Actor Ranveer Singh has been roped in to endorse menswear fashion brand Siyarams, which has a legacy of 40 years.
Hrithik shares first look of Sanjay Khan's autobiography
Actor Hrithik Roshan on Thursday shared the first look of veteran Bollywood actor and his former father-in-law Sanjay Khan's autobiography "The Best Mistakes of My Life". It is set to be launched during Diwali.
I've never dated: Malaika Arora
Actress Malaika Arora says she is new to the whole dating scene.
Suki Waterhouse accidentally hurts trainer during target practice
Actor Suki Waterhouse, who accidentally shot someone on the sets of 'Assassination Nation', took to social media to explain what exactly went wrong.She took to Twitter on Wednesday and stated that during target practice on the sets a "bullet richocetted" and grazed her instructor's hand.She added that it is very rare for such a thing to happen.In another tweet, she further said that despite the incident, "Safety was paramount throughout filming".On Tuesday, the 'Insurgent' actor admitted that not receiving "extensive [firearms] training" was the reason behind the incident.'Assassination Nation' has been extensively shot in New Orleans and also stars Bill Skarsgard of 'It' fame.
'Downton Abbey' film to release on September 13, 2019 worldwide
"Downton Abbey", the film, is set to release on September 13 next year around the world. Universal Pictures International will present the movie internationally, CNN reported. The movie, however, will hit the North American theatres on September 19, 2019. Based on the British historical period drama TV series, set at the turn of the 20th Century, focused on the wealthy Crawley family and the servants who work for and live with them. The film, officially announced back in July, will be about "the Crawley family's next chapter," according to Focus Pictures chairman Peter Kujawski. Julian Fellowes, who created "Downton Abbey" and wrote the film's screenplay, is producing alongside Gareth Neame and Liz Trubridge. The original cast, including Hugh Bonneville, Michelle Dockery, and Maggie Smith, are expected to return. The shooting officially began last week.
Ryan Coogler to produce 'Space Jam' sequel
"Black Panther" director Ryan Coogler will produce the sequel of animated sports comedy film "Space Jam". It stars American professional basketball player LeBron James.
Homegrown Indian literature has come into its own: Writer Chetan Bhagat (IANS Interview)
Bestselling author Chetan Bhagat, who has had his fair share of criticism by readers and writers of literary novels, says that there is a lot of "elitism" in Indian literary circles. He asserted that "there are no benchmarks in India" and that he doesn't have to prove his credentials to anybody.
Mani Ratnam's films are always ahead of their time: Actress Dayana Erappa
Model Dayana Erappa, who has flaunted creations of ace designers like Tarun Tahiliani and Manish Malhotra, is set to make her acting debut with Tamil film "Chekka Chivantha Vaanam". She says its director Mani Ratnam makes films that are ahead of their time.
I don't let others' opinions affect me: Manoj Bajpayee
Actor Manoj Bajpayee, who has impressed the audience and critics alike with two back-to-back films "Gali Guleiyan" and "Love Sonia", says he doesn't let appreciation or criticism affect him.
Meet the merciless villain of 'Thugs of Hindostan'
Keeping up with the innovative style of introducing the primary characters of their much-anticipated film 'Thugs of Hindostan', the makers have now revealed the look of the film's antagonist.Meet Lord John Clive- the highly manipulative and cruel commander of the East India Company. Played by British actor Llyod Owen, the character will be the face of the British Raj in India and a symbol of cold, evil ambitions.In the motion poster, Owen can be seen at his dominating best sitting on a what appears to be a throne. He is dressed in a white military jacket with golden embroidery and shoulder embellishements, paired with white pants. The look of the evil villian was completed with a pair of knee-high boots and a thick imperial moustache.'Thugs of Hindostan' is set to treat the audience with an exciting, visually stunning, cinematic experience on the big screen.The film is based on Philip Meadows Taylor's 1839 novel 'Confessions of a Thug' and is about a gang who posed a serious challenge