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Tahir Raj Bhasin handles '83' pressure with preparation
Actor Tahir Raj Bhasin, who will be seen as Sunil Gavaskar in "'83", underwent training for four months to prepare for the role. He understands that expectations are high from the movie, but says the team is trying to give their "110 per cent".
Taron Egerton wanted this song in 'Rocketman'
There is one song by singer-songwriter Elton John that actor Taron Egerton wished made the final cut in the film 'Rocketman'.The actor who portrays the singer in the biopic based on John spoke to Entertainment Weekly and talked about everything from his favourite costumes in the film to his chemistry with co-star Richard Madden.Egerton in a video answered a fan question about which song of John's he wished was part of the film, but didn't make the cut. For Egerton, the song that got away is 'Someone Saved My Life Tonight'."I think 'Someone Saved My Life Tonight' from Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy is amazing, and it's really autobiographical as well," he said."It kind of encapsulates a lot of what happens in the movie so I think that would've been cool in the film but you know you can't have everything," he added.Egerton has been receiving rave reviews for his portrayal of John in the musical biopic. The actor even received a standing ovation when 'Rocketman' premiered at
Hopeful of seeing Modi as Prime Minister till I'm alive: Jeetendra
Yesteryear actor Jeetendra on Thursday said as long as he lives, he is "hopeful to see Narendra Modi as the Prime Minister" of the country."As long as I am alive I am hopeful to see Narendra Modi as the prime minister of India, Jeetendra said while speaking to media here before attending the oath-taking ceremony of Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Rashtrapati Bhavan today.The actor further said, "It is a historic moment. I am a big follower and an ardent fan of Modiji. I think the country is in beautiful hands.""I am so happy for my countrymen and happy for myself to be here today," he added.As Narendra Modi is all set to be sworn-in as the Prime Minister for the second time in a row, various B-Town celebrities are flying in to attend the event including Anupam Kher, Vivek Oberoi, Boman Irani, BJP MP Hema Malini, Kangana Ranaut and filmmaker Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra.
'Game of Thrones' creators David Benioff, D.B. Weiss part ways with management company
David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, the creators of HBO's famous show 'Game of Thrones', have cut ties with their longtime management company called, Management 360.The duo's now-former manager, Guymon Casady, helped the two connect with author George R.R. Martin to turn his 'A Song of Ice and Fire' book series into the insanely popular HBO series, reported Deadline.Benioff and Weiss worked with Casady for about 20 years. Casady was also credited as an executive producer of the series."Guymon has been a good friend and partner to us for many years, and we look forward to the next chapter in our relationship," they said in a statement."His eye for great material is keener than it's ever been, and we expect to be producing many shows and films with him in the future," the duo added.Benioff and Weiss are currently in the process of negotiating what is said to be a massive new overall deal encompassing future film and television projects and are also gearing up for their own trilogy of 'Star ...
Streep doesn't agree with the term 'toxic masculinity'
Actress Meryl Streep doesn't agree with the term "toxic masculinity", and says that the use of the expression can be harmful for boys.
Aankhen producer Gaurang Doshi announces three films under his banner
Gaurang Doshi, the producer of critically acclaimed movies in the Hindi film industry, is back to win over Bollywood. With a brand new logo and a revamped production house, Gaurang Doshi Productions, he has announced three upcoming film projects.Doshi has worked with popular stars in hit movies like 'Beta' and 'Dil' at the young age of 16. Following this, he started his own production house, VR Pictures. This was later renamed to Gaurang Doshi Productions during the production of his award-winning movie, 'Aankhen'. An undefeatable spirit, peerless production skills and Rs 500 are all Gaurang Doshi had at the beginning of this journey of 'Aankhen'. He convinced Amitabh Bachchan in the film within one narration of the script and could only give him a post-dated cheque back then.He also achieved international acclaim for the film.The success of his maiden production venture 'Aankhen' was unprecedented. It was appreciated by industry giants from all over the world. Hollywood filmmakers ...
Boons, banes of new revenue model for TN theatres
The Tamil Nadu Theatre and Multiplex Owners' Association has announced a new revenue sharing model based on the market value of the male stars of Tamil film fraternity. The unprecedented move, if implemented, will be both a boon and a bane, feel industry experts.
Taron Egerton shares about his transformation process for Rocketman
Besides nailing his performance in the movie 'Rocketman', British star Taron Egerton underwent a lot of transformation and sacrifice to become 'Elton John'.The 29-year-old shared his special moments of starring in the film and how he personally felt to transform into the 72-year-old icon.The whole process was quite exciting for him. However, he did not really enjoy one major part of the hair and makeup. "I can remember the day we first did those things to my hair," he explains regarding the beauty transformation, which was developed over months. "For the '70s period in the film, we used my own hair in the hope of achieving something very natural. We dyed my hair, we thinned it out and we shaved my hairline up [sighs] further than it already is," said Egerton, according to E Online.Despite not enjoying the process of getting his hairline shaved, he believes that it helped him in getting into character. "But it was great really. I found something quite exciting about transforming the ...
Ankit Narang to play college student in web series
Actor Ankit Narang of "Pavitra Rishta" fame is going to play a much younger character -- a college student -- in an upcoming web series.
Himesh Reshammiya to compose music for 'BadBoy'
Singer-composer Himesh Reshammiya has been roped in to compose songs for Rajkumar Santoshi's upcoming quirky young romantic-comedy titled "BadBoy".
'Nakkash': A balanced faith film (IANS Review, Rating: ***)
Film: "Nakkash"; Director: Zaigham Imam; Cast: Inaamulhaq, Sharib Hashmi, Kumud Mishra, Pawan Tiwari, Rajesh Sharma and Gulki Joshi; Rating: ***
K-Pop group VAV's India tour to begin with Delhi concert
South Korean K-Pop group VAV is all set to begin their debut India tour from Friday with a two-hour concert in Delhi of their biggest hits, including their latest "Thrilla Killa", the six-member group said here on Thursday.
Choices decide one's career path, says Rajesh Tailang
Actor Rajesh Tailang, who has made his mark on the digital platform by being a part of successful web series including "Selection Day", "Delhi Crime" and "Mirzapur", feels that an actor can't plan the way his or her career will shape up, but says choices determine its path.
Big commercial directors need to make female-centric films: Katrina Kaif
It is about finding the balance between commerce and content for actor Katrina Kaif, who believes big filmmakers need to make films that have strong women characters at the centre. Katrina says she is at a point in her career where she is drawn to challenging roles rather than the styling or glamour aspect of cinema. "To grow as an actor and further myself in my career, I have to learn and experiment more and try out different roles. I have to pick up roles that challenge me. The idea is to work with directors who will bring out these aspects of me that I would like to see on the screen," Katrina told PTI in an interview. "It is about finding a right balance. The year I did 'Rajneeti', I also had a glamorous film ('Tees Maar Khan')," she added. The 35-year-old actor, who has been part of the film industry for 16 years, said more women should be a part of commercial cinema space. "We need big commercial filmmakers to make a female lead or female-centric films. I want that to happen. I .
The first trailer of 'The Goldfinch' released
The first trailer and poster of the film 'The Goldfinch' which is based on Donna Tartt's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by the same name are finally out.Sharing the poster, film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh wrote on Twitter: "Based on the Pulitzer Prize winning novel... Nicole Kidman... First look poster of #TheGoldfinch... Trailer out now."The book was based on the story of a young boy, Theodore Decker, who loses his mother in a terrorist attack at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.The poster features a goldfinch painting lying in ashes.The trailer begins with the lead character's narration, saying: "In Amsterdam, I dreamt I saw my mother again, same beautiful pale blue eyes. When I lost her, I lost sight of any landmark that might have led me someplace happier."Following the blast in the museum, Theodore takes away the goldfinch painting which his mother was showing to him just before the blast kills her.Thereafter, the tragedy changes his life, throwing him ...
Ashton recounts learning of female friend's murder
Hollywood star Ashton Kutcher was "freaking out" after learning that a female friend had been murdered at her Los Angeles house hours after he had stopped by her home, he shared during a court trial.
Sonam, Varun praise Mumbai dance group
Actors Sonam K Ahuja and Varun Dhawan have praised Mumbai-based dance group V.Unbeatable, who got a standing ovation from the judges of the reality show "America's Got Talent".
Malaika Arora gets trolled over armpit picture
Actress Malaika Arora got trolled on social media after she shared a photograph of herself flaunting what many felt was armpit hair.
Abortion law in Georgia puts Disney in a fix
Walt Disney Company's Chairman and CEO Bob Iger has said Georgia's new strict abortion law would make it "very difficult" for them to keep filming in the state, the media reported.
Ariana Grande postpones concerts due to tomato allergy
Singer Ariana Grande, who postponed her upcoming Orlando and Tampa shows, has opened up about an allergy she has developed due to tomatoes.