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Want to surpass audience expectation: Actor Gulshan Devaiah
Actor Gulshan Devaiah, who is preparing for his 'bad guy' role in the third instalment of Vidyut Jammwal starrer "Commando", feels artistes should always surprise audience.
Glenn Weiss proposes girlfriend in Emmys acceptance speech
At the 70th Primetime Emmy Awards Glenn Weiss, a director and producer, won the Outstanding Directing for a Variety Special trophy and used acceptance speech to propose his girlfriend, Jan Svendsen. He bagged the trophy for helming the 90th Academy Awards earlier this year. Weiss asked Svendsen to come up to the stage and he began talking about his mother, who he said tragically passed only two weeks ago. Svendsen joined him onstage, and he presented her with a ring. "Jan, you're the love of my life, and my mom was right, never let go of your sunshine. You wonder why I don't like to call you my girlfriend? Because I want to call you my wife. I want to put this ring on your finger in front of all of these people and in front of my mom and your parents watching from above. Will you marry me?" he said. She replied with a "yes". Later in the ceremony, when "The Americans" star Matthew Rhys claimed the trophy for Lead Actor in a Drama, he quipped that his girlfriend and fellow nominee Keri
Varun and Anushka signed as ambassadors of Skill India Campaign
Bollywood stars Varun Dhawan and Anushka Sharma have been signed on to promote and endorse the Skill India Mission, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The actors will next be seen in "Sui Dhaaga - Made in India", a Yash Raj Films project, which salutes India's entrepreneurs and skilled workforce, including homegrown artisans, craftspeople and weavers. Varun plays a tailor named Mauji and Anushka essays the role of his wife and embroiderer Mamta. The duo will dedicate time to promote the skilled talent in the country. "Varun Dhawan and Anushka Sharma, through this unique film 'Sui Dhaaga - Made in India', are bringing to focus the incredible skills and talent of our homegrown artisan and craftsmen community. "It is really heartening to see actors like them doing a film that has such a significant social message. India is one of the youngest countries in the world; and it is a matter of great pride for us to see such dedicated and passionate skilled youth with entrepreneurial ...
Rekha, Imtiaz Ali, Nawazuddin Siddiqui attend special screening of 'Manto'
Bollywood celebrities including Rekha, Imtiaz Ali, Deepti Naval, Shabana Azmi and others attended a special screening of the film "Manto" starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui as the Indo-Pakistani, Urdu author Saadat Hasan Manto.
'Game of Thrones' crowned Outstanding Drama Series at Emmys 2018
Winter arrived early at this year's Primetime Emmys, as "Game of Thrones" took home the award for Outstanding Drama Series Tuesday. This is the epic fantasy show's third Emmy in the category having won for two consecutive years in 2015 and 2016. The popular HBO series, whose eighth and final season arrives next year, bested last year's winner "The Handmaid's Tale". Other nominees were "This Is Us", "The Crown", "Stranger Things", "Westworld" and "The Americans". David Benioff, who was accompanied by co-showrunner DB Weiss, thanked "Game of Thrones" creator George RR Martin and HBO channel in the acceptance speech. "Writing for the actors behind us is the honour of a lifetime but we didn't invent these characters. That was George RR Martin. The show can't be without the man... the genius of George..." Benioff said. Actors Emilia Clarke, Kit Harington, Gwendoline Christie and Nathalie Emmanuel, among others were also on the stage. It was a 'Long Live the Queen' moment for Claire Foy as .
Alec Baldwin confirms Hailey, Justin 'got married'
Days after supermodel Hailey Baldwin denied reports of marrying Canadian singer Justin Bieber, the former's uncle, Alec Baldwin seems to suggest otherwise.As reported by Fox News, Alec Baldwin spilled the beans when asked by Access how crazy a Baldwin wedding can get."Well, they went off and got married. I don't know what the deal is," said the former '30 Rock' star. He further added that he's met the 'Sorry' singer only once.Earlier, speculation of Hailey and Bieber's marriage became rife after the lovebirds were spotted visiting the courthouse where marriage licenses are issued. According to a report by TMZ, several eyewitnesses said that Beiber told Hailey, "I can't wait to marry you, baby."The 24-year-old 'Love Yourself' singer took to social media on July 10 to confirm his engagement with the American model.
Claire Foy wins first Emmy for 'The Crown'
Claire Foy took home the Emmy for 'best actress in a drama series' for her role in 'The Crown' .Foy, who played Queen Elizabeth II in the first two seasons of the Netflix show, dedicated her award to co-star Matt Smith, who lost out on the' best-supporting actor in a drama' to Peter Dinklage and paid homage to the next season of the series."The show goes on, which makes me so, so proud. I dedicate this to the next cast and to Matt Smith," she said."This wasn't supposed to happen," she added before thanking the cast and crew for the "most extraordinary two and a half years," reported The Hollywood Reporter.Foy previously won a Golden Globe for her role in 'The Crown', but this marks her first Emmy win and second nomination for the part.
'Ru-Paul's Drag Race' finally wins Outstanding Reality-Competition Program Emmy
"RuPaul's Drag Race" won its maiden Outstanding Reality Competition trophy at the 70th annual Emmy awards. The long-running competition show is no stranger to the Emmys, with RuPaul winning his third consecutive Emmy for Outstanding Reality Host, but it is the series' first win in the Outstanding Reality-Competition Series category. "RuPaul's Drag Race" beat out "American Ninja Warrior", "Project Runway", "The Amazing Race", "The Voice", and "Top Chef" in the category. Since the Television Academy added the Outstanding Reality-Competition Series category to the Emmy Awards in 2003, only three shows have ever managed to actually win it, "The Amazing Race" (with 10 wins), "The Voice" (with four) and "Top Chef" (with one). "Thank you to the Academy. This is so lovely. We are so happy to present this show. I would like to thank, on behalf of the 140 drag queens we have released into the wild, I'd love to thank Dick Richards for introducing me to Randy Barbato and Fenton Bailey," RuPaul ...
Emmys 2018: Glenn Weiss proposes girlfriend live on stage!
After bagging the Emmy for directing for a Variety Special, American producer and director, Glenn Weiss surprised the audience with a marriage proposal to his girlfriend Jan Svendsen live on stage.During his acceptance speech, Weiss took a moment to thank Svendsen for being the "sunshine" of his life and someone his late mother "adored"."You wonder why I don't like to call you my girlfriend? Because I want to call you my wife," said Weiss, driving audience crazy who couldn't stop cheering for the 'Peter Pan Live' director.After Svendsen joined Weiss on stage, the Emmy winner offered her a ring that his dad gave to his mom over 67 years ago, reported the Hollywood Reporter."Jan, I want to put this ring that my mom wore on her finger in front of all these people and in front of my mom and your parents watching from above. Will you marry me?" he asked before an emotional Svendsen said "yes."Weiss has won 11 Emmy Awards and six Directors Guild of America awards as a director and producer .
Emmys 2018: Betty White receives standing ovation
American actor and comedian Betty Marion White Ludden, known professionally as Betty White, received a standing ovation during the 70th Primetime Emmy Awards, where she reflected back on her seven-decades-long career.Saturday Night Live's Kate McKinnon and Alec Baldwin introduced White as "the greatest of all time."The Golden Girls star launched her speech with a joke. "I'm just going to quit while I'm ahead," she said while laughing, reported E! News.She added, "Little did I dream then that I would be here. It's incredible that I'm still in this business and you are still putting up with me."White beamed as she took the stage, smiling at the audience and receiving kisses on the hand from her co-presenters, reported Entertainment Weekly.Joking around, the 'first lady of Television' star continued her speech by saying, "It's incredible that you can stay in a career this long and still have people put up with you. I wish they did that at home."In a career that has spanned more than 75 ..
'The Marvelous Mrs Maisel' writer-director Amy Sherman-Palladino creates Emmy history
Amy Sherman-Palladino, the brain behind the critically acclaimed series "The Marvelous Mrs Maisel", created history Tuesday by becoming the first woman to win in both comedy writing and directing categories. Sherman-Palladino won for the pilot episode of "The Marvelous Mrs Maisel," her period comedy about a New York City housewife-turned-stand-up-comedienne. She started her first acceptance speech with a feminist joke, "Whoever put that carpet downs hates women. I just want to say that right away. Time's up, okay?" "It takes a giant village full of Union crew members to make sure that Maisel goes out on the streets of New York and takes your parking spaces from you," she added after winning the directing trophy. Sherman-Palladino was up against tough competition in both the categories, including last year's winner in the directing category, Donald Glover ("Atlanta"). Other nominees she beat included Hiro Murai ("Atlanta), Bill Hader ("Barry"), Mark Cendrowski ("The Big Bang Theory"), .
2018 Emmys: Here are the Best Dressed Ladies
The 2018 Emmy Awards is on, and it is being hosted by SNL stars Colin Jost and Michael Che at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.All the stars rocked the red carpet with their looks and outfits, reported People.American singer Mandy Moore looked absolutely stunning as she donned a copper sequin, fit and flare custom Rodarte dress paired with Harry Winston diamond earrings and a beautiful diamond cuff.American actor Scarlett Johansson stole the show in a white sequin Balmain gown with a plunging neckline, metallic silver heels, and Nikos Koulis jewels.While Tracee Ellis Ross carried a hot pink Valentino Haute Couture gown and matched it with pink makeup and Repossi jewellery, Spanish actor Penelope Cruz dazzled in a feathered Chanel Haute Couture gown-- which she teamed up with a diamond necklace, stud earrings, and a sleek high ponytail.Keri Russell looked beyond perfect as she wore a black feathered belted Zuhair Murad Couture gown with a deep neckline and sheer skirt with silver ..
Allison Brie reunites with 'Community' co-star Jacobs
Actors Allison Brie and Gillian Jacobs of "Community" TV show fame reunited at the annual Glamour x Tory Burch Women To Watch lunch.
Henry Winkler takes home first-ever Emmy award for 'Barry'
The 70th Emmy awards 2018 have been kicked-off, where actor Henry Winkler took home the award for outstanding supporting actor in a comedy series.Winkler,72, bagged his first-ever Primetime Emmy, following three acting nominations in the '70s for his breakout in Happy Days, among other nods for his role as master acting teacher Gene Cousineau on HBO's Barry, PEOPLE reported."Oh my God, oh my God," Winkler repeated continuously as he took the stage.The actor, who won two Golden Globe Awards in addition to his nominations for his role as Arthur "Fonzie" Fonzarelli in Happy Days and earlier bagged two Daytime Emmys, cracked a joke that he wrote his speech "43 years ago."'Game of Thrones' leads this time's event with 22 nominations while 'SNL' and 'Westworld' happened to be the second-most nominated shows with 21 each, reported Entertainment Weekly.The awards ceremony is being hosted by SNL stars Colin Jost and Michael Che at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.'The Handmaid's Tale' and .
Adam Driver to host 'SNL' Season 44 Opener
American actor Adam Driver will be seen hosting the upcoming 'Saturday Night Live' Season 44 premiere, with American rapper Kanye West also joining him.NBC announced the host and the musical guest for the show. The 'Star Wars' actor will be hosting the show for the second time while West will be seen for the seventh time since 2005, reported Variety.Saturday Night Live took to Twitter and made the announcement, writing, "Big day, big news. #SNLPremiere"The announcement came in just as SNL's Michael Che and Colin Jost were prepping to host the Emmy Awards, 2018. The 'Weekend Update' co-anchors along with Kent Sublette, recently signed their deals to return as co-head writers for Season 44.The show received 21 Emmy nominations this time, with seven of those awards came in at the Creative Arts Emmys last weekend. One of the awards was taken by Tiffany Haddish, who hosted the show back in November. Dave Chappelle had also won the same award a year back for hosting the first post-election .
Apache Indian announces 'Punjabi Girl' feat Raftaar
Birmingham-born musician Steven Kapur, famously known as Apache Indian, has announced a new track titled "Punjabi girl", featuring rapper Raftaar.
Diplo to perform in India
Music festival Life In Color (LIC), which is held in countries like China, the US and UK, will debut in India on November 18, and American DJ-record producer Diplo will be a part of it.
Varun, Anushka work in textile factory for film
Actors Varun Dhawan and Anushka Sharma worked in a textile factory in Faridabad for the forthcoming film "Sui Dhaaga - Made in India".
Marvel set to launch 'Killmonger' Comic Book Series
Good news for all the comic book lovers as Marvel is all set to launch 'Killmonger' comic book series in December, this year.Taking to Twitter, Marvel Entertainment made the announcement of the launch, writing, "Killmonger is coming this December."The five-part miniseries will be based on the 'Black Panther' villain, who has been dead in the Marvel's comic book for the last 10 years.Marvel Entertainment had previously announced the 'Shuri' series, and is now continuing to grow its Black Panther comic book franchise, reported The Hollywood Reporter.Written by authors Bryan Edward Hill and Juan Ferreyra, the series will focus on the history of the character Erik Killmonger.Talking to Vulture, Hill said, "I didn't want to just recap what we had heard in his mythology. I wanted to explore the choices and the failures that lead a person to dedicate their life to revenge, and how that happens. Because with Erik, I feel like it's really a tragedy. It's a story of a guy who was failed a lot .
Chris Hemsworth's ripped body was a distraction, admits Dakota Johnson
American actor Dakota Johnson talked about how she had a hard time focusing while working opposite Chris Hemsworth in their upcoming movie titled 'Bad Times At The El Royale'.Johnson starred in the famous Fifty Shades trilogy and considering that many assume she is used to seeing her co-stars shirtless.However, in a recent interview with Vogue Australia, the actor admitted that she couldn't concentrate on her work on the sets of the upcoming thriller movie because of a shirtless Hemsworth, reported E! Online."Oh my god. It's such a distraction, I was like, 'Guys, you've made a huge mistake getting him to do this because everyone is going to forget everything that happened in the film until this point. Chris is going to come onto the screen, and his body is outrageous; it's unbelievable; like a crazy, crazy thing to look at; and his shirt's completely unbuttoned," said Johnson.Talking about Hemsworth's abs, Johnson wasn't the only one having a hard time.The actor continued, "No-one on .