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Reed Morano to create TV content for Amazon Studios

Emmy-winning director and producer Reed Morano has signed an overall television deal with Amazon Studios.

'III Smoking Barrels': Echoing the voice of Far East India (IANS Review, Rating: ***1/2)

Film: "III Smoking Barrels"; Director: Sanjib Dey; Cast: Indraneil Sengupta, Subrat Dutta, Mandakini Goswami, Amrita Chattopadhyay, Shiny Gogoi, Siddharth Boro, Nalneesh Neel, Rajni Basumatary, Disha Thakur, Bijou Thaangjam, Niloy Sankar Gupta and Vikram Gogoi; Rating: ***1/2

Danny Boyle's yet untitled comedy film preponed

Director Danny Boyle's upcoming directorial yet untitled comedy film which was scheduled to release on September 13, 2019, will now open much earlier on June 28 next year.

Imagine Dragons write, record song for 'Ralph Breaks...'

Grammy-winning band Imagine Dragons has written and recorded the end-credit song "Zero" for Walt Disney Animation Studios film "Ralph Breaks the Internet".

Mahesh Bhatt turns 70, will return to direction with 'Sadak 2'

On Mahesh Bhatt's 70th birthday on Thursday, his daughters Pooja and Alia announced that the veteran filmmaker will return to the director's chair after a nearly 20-year hiatus with "Sadak 2", in which he will direct them.

Not always necessary to do issue-based films: Yami Gautam

Actress Yami Gautam, who stars in "Batti Gul Meter Chalu", says it is neither necessary nor possible for an actor to do issue-based films all the time.

Emilia Clarke shows off dragon tattoos

"Game of Thrones" star Emilia Clarke showed off her dragon tattoos Wednesday. The 31-year-old actor got three little dragons flying away inked on her right-hand wrist after declaring earlier this year that she was planning on getting a "GOT"-inspired tattoo as a tribute to her role, Daenerys Targaryen, popularly known as Mother of Dragons, in the fantasy epic series. Clarke took to Instagram to share the news. "MOD 4 LYFE! @_dr_woo_ made sure this mamma ain't NEVER forgetting her babies..." Clarke captioned the photo. She had earlier said, "I'm going to get a dragon right here (points at wrist) kind of flying away. So I think that's cool. A little kind of peace out." The actor joins fellow "GOT" stars Sophie Turner and Maisie Williams got matching inkings to commemorate the date when they clinched their roles as Sansa and Arya Stark. "GOT" returns for its eighth and final installment next year.

Ryan Coogler to produce LeBron James 'Space Jam' sequel

Ryan Coogler has come on board to produce "Space Jam 2", featuring professional basketball player LeBron James. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the "Black Panther" director will back the sequel to the 1996 film, which will be helmed by Terence Nance. Production on the long-anticipated follow-up to the Michael Jordan-Bugs Bunny hit is tentatively slated for 2019, during the NBA off-season. This will be James' first starring role after a successful turn as a supporting character in Amy Schumer's "Trainwreck" (2015). "Space Jam" was a live-action/animated film that mashed up Looney Tunes characters with basketball stars and aliens. Bugs Bunny is expected to return for the sequel.

Sanjay Dutt thanks Mahesh Bhatt for 'Sadak'

After garnering immense appreciation for his Mahesh Bhatt directorial 'Sadak', Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt is back to enthrall the audience with the remake of the romantic-drama titled 'Sadak 2'.The 1991 superhit was the second-highest-grossing Hindi movie of the year 1991 and the seventh-highest-grossing Hindi film of the '90s decade, with a groundbreaking musical score.'Sanju Baba' took to social media to express gratitude to Bhatt for 'giving him Sadak' and how he is proud to take the journey with him again. He also wished the 'Aashiqui' director a Happy Birthday as he turned 70 today.Thank you for giving me #Sadak Bhatt Saab. Wish you a very Happy Birthday. I love you! Proud to take this journey with you again @MaheshNBhatt & @PoojaB1972," read his caption.The announcement of the film was made earlier today by the filmmaker's daughter Alia Bhatt, it will also be the first project of the father-daughter duo.Along with Alia, 'Sadak 2' also feature Pooja Bhatt and Aditya Roy ...

Bruce Greenwood to star in 'The Shining' sequel

Bruce Greenwood is set to join the cast of "The Shining" sequel "Doctor Sleep". The 62-year-old actor will play Dr John in the film based on Stephen King's 2013 novel of the same name, Deadline reported. The description of the character is being kept under wraps. "Doctor Sleep" is the sequel to King's "The Shining", which was adapted in 1977 by Stanley Kubrick for a film by the same name, starring Jack Nicholson and Shelley Duvall. The new film, to be directed by Mike Flanagan, will feature Ewan McGregor as Danny Torrance, the grown-up son of Nicholson's part, who in the original movie had psychic powers and watched his father descend into a murderous rage. The story follows Danny, who is an angry alcoholic dealing with his re-emerging psychic powers by working in a hospice, where he helps dying patients and earns the nickname "Dr Sleep". Into his life enters Abra Stone, a little girl with psychic abilities of her own, and Torrance finds himself caught up in a battle with a group of ..

Mahesh Bhatt returns to direction with 'Sadak 2'

Mahesh Bhatt is set to return to direction with "Sadak 2", after a hiatus of 19 years, his daughter, actor Alia Bhatt said Thursday. Alia, who is also part of the cast of the film, which is a sequel to Bhatt's 1991 film, made the announcement on her father's 70th birthday. "On your 70th birthday you have given me the greatest present I could ask and dream for. Your are directing me! 'Sadak 2' is a dream come true... "What I thought will never be possible you have made possible. Thank you daddy from the bottom of my heart, soul and bones. This will be a journey of discovery..." the "Raazi" star wrote on Twitter. This is the first time Bhatt will direct the actor. Pooja Bhatt and Sanjay Dutt, the original leads, also star in the film, along with new entrant Aditya Roy Kapur. Bhatt's production house Vishesh Films confirmed the news on the microblogging site. "27 years ago, a love story won your hearts. A timeless tale. The next chapter begins... @MaheshNBhatt's #Sadak2 in cinemas 25th ..

'The House with a Clock in Its Walls': A clunky and familiar tale (IANS Review, Rating: **1/2)

Film: "The House with a Clock in Its Walls"; Director: Eli Roth; Cast: Jack Black, Cate Blanchett, Owen Vaccaro, Sunny Suljic, Collen Camp, Lorenza Izzo, Kyle Maclachlan, Renee Elise Goldsberry; Rating: **1/2

Receiving Smita Patil award validates my choices: Anushka Sharma

Actress Anushka Sharma who has received the Smita Patil award for best actor, said it validates the choices that she has made so far in her career.

'GOT' showrunners explain why final season is taking so long

David Benioff and Dan Weiss, the showrunners of "Game of Thrones", explained why the eighth and final season of the show is taking a long time, saying it was the "biggest thing" they have ever done. The writer-producers said though the last installment of the HBO series has only six episodes, the fans will soon get to know why it took them forever to shoot, reported EW. "The final season's taking a long time because it's the biggest thing we've ever done. It was nearly a full year in Belfast either prepping it or actually shooting it. "I think when people see it they're going to understand why it took so long. The last season is far beyond what we've ever attempted before, Benioff told reporters backstage at Primetime Emmy Awards. "GOT" bagged its third Emmy for Outstanding Drama Series Monday after winning in 2015 and 2016. The show won total nine trophies, the highest, at the award ceremony, including a third win for Peter Dinklage in the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama ...

Mahesh Bhatt to direct daughter Alia in 'Sadak 2'

Bollywood diva Alia Bhatt has got the perfect return-gift from her father and film director Mahesh Bhatt as he rings in his 70th birthday today.For the first time, the 'Raazi' star will be directed by her father in the remake of his 1991 superhit movie, 'Sadak'. "You are directing me! Sadak 2 is a dream come true. What I thought will never be possible has been made possible," tweeted Alia.The 25-year-old further wrote how this new journey with her 'not-so-old man' will be of discovery, life, movies and most importantly of a father and daughter.Vishesh Films also shared a one-minute teaser, announcing the cast and release date of the much-anticipated film. The 'Highway' star will be sharing the screen space with Sanjay Dutt, Pooja Bhatt, and Aditya Roy Kapur.The Mahesh Bhatt directorial which was earlier slated to release on November 15, 2019, will now hit theatres on March 25, 2020.'Sadak 2' also marks Mahesh Bhatt's return to direction after almost two decades. The 1991 blockbuster ..

Nawazuddin's 'Manto' echoes Guru Dutt's 'Pyaasa' (Movie Review)

Film: "Manto"; Starring: Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Rasika Duggal, Tahir Raj Bhasin; Director: Nandita Das; Rating: 4.5/5 stars

Jessica Lange returns to 'American Horror Story'

American actor Jessica Lange has finally returned to 'American Horror Story'.Lange, who won two Emmys and a Golden Globe for her work in the series, is all set to play Constance Langdon once again. The 69-year-old star won an Emmy for her portrayal of the character in American Horror Story's first season, reported E! Online.Series co-creator Ryan Murphy took to Instagram and revealed the return of the actor, writing, "To celebrate 300 k followers, here's a first look at the return of Queen Constance...the one and only Lady Lange...being directed by that dynamo of wit and talent Sarah Paulson. Love them both!"Sarah Paulson will be directing the episode, which is going to be the season's sixth.Lange previously starred in the first four seasons of American Horror Story, including 'Murder House', 'Asylum', 'Coven', 'Freak Show'.In the Season 4 of the series, Langdon was seen taking custody of her neighbours' satanic offspring.American Horror Story: Apocalypse will see the return of many ..

Vishal Bhardwaj 'tempted' to compose song for reality show contestant

Filmmaker-composer Vishal Bhardwaj says he is tempted to compose a song, especially for "Indian Idol 10" contestant Salman Ali.

Maroon 5 to perform at 2019 Super Bowl Halftime show

Popular American band 'Maroon 5' is all set to perform at the 2019 Super Bowl LIII Halftime show.American rappers Cardi B and Travis Scott are on the shortlist for special guest appearances during the show. However, the special guests have not been finalized yet, reported Billboard.In a statement, one of the spokespersons from the NFL, said, "It's a Super Bowl tradition to speculate about the performers for the Pepsi Halftime Show. We are continuing to work with Pepsi on our plans but do not have any announcements to make on what will be another epic show."However, a rep for Maroon 5 declined to comment on the same.Maroon 5's recent single 'Girls Like You', which also features Cardi, is currently number 2 on the Hot 100.Adam Levine and his pop band will surely light up the stage and the audience's mood. Their performance will follow a series of high-profile artists in recent years, including Justin Timberlake, Lady Gaga, Beyonce, Bruno Mars, Katy Perry, among many others, reported The

LeBron James, Ryan Coogler team up for 'Space Jam' sequel

'Black Panther' director Ryan Coogler and American basketball player LeBron James are teaming up for Warner Bros' upcoming sequel of the 1996 film 'Space Jam'.Ryan Coogler will be producing the sequel, which will star LeBron James. The movie is a much-anticipated sequel of the Michael Jordan and animated character Bugs Bunny's 'Space Jam', reported The Hollywood Reporter.It is being directed by Terence Nance, who created HBO's 'Random Acts of Flyness'. Production of the film is tentatively slated to start in 2019.The film will also mark James' first major role after successfully playing a supporting character in the 2015 Amy Schumer comedy 'Trainwreck'.Meanwhile, Coogler's credits include 'Creed' and 'Fruitvale Station'. HIs finest work over the years is 'Black Panther', which grossed around USD 1.34 billion worldwide and became the highest grosser ever by a black director."I loved his vision" for Black Panther, said James, noting that when he was a kid growing up in Akron, Ohio, and .