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Dylan McDermott's sexual assault investigation dismissed
Actor Dylan Mcdermott will not face charges following sexual assault allegations lodged against him. The "American Horror Story" (AHS) star was accused of assaulting a woman in 1991. However, he will not be prosecuted because the alleged incident is "outside the statute of limitations," according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's office. "The reporting party alleged that she was the victim of a sexual assault by the suspect in 1991. The allegation is outside the statute of limitations, therefore, an analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the evidence is not warranted and prosecution is declined," read a statement from the DA's office sent to The Hollywood Reporter. The dismissal of McDermott's case comes days after it was revealed that the D A's office also declined to file charges against actors Kevin Spacey, Steven Seagal and Anthony Anderson, all of whom have also been accused of sexual misconduct. The actor will be returning to the FX anthology for "AHS: ...
Goldie Behl urges people 'to use social media more responsibly'
Producer Goldie Behl has urged people to be more responsible about the content they share on social media platforms. Behl, husband of Bollywood actor Sonali Bendre, asked the users to not spread or believe in rumours. "I appeal to all to please use social media more responsibly. Let us not believe in rumours and spread them, unnecessarily hurting the sentiments of those involved. Thank you," he tweeted Saturday. The filmmaker's tweet comes after BJP MLA Ram Kadam posted a message Twitter which read "Sonali Bendre, the actress who ruled Hindi and Marathi cinema was no more." He later clarified his tweet writing, "About Sonali Bendre ji. It was rumour. Since last two days... I pray to God for her good health and speedy recovery." Sonali is currently receiving treatment for cancer in New York.
My door's always open: Geoffrey Wright on working with Russell Crowe again
"Romper Stomper" director Geoffrey Wright says he would like to work with his film's actor Russell Crowe again, but feels there's not much of a chance.
Taiwan film fest to be held in Delhi
The Taiwan Film Festival 2018 will be held here from September 10-17, showcasing to the Indian audience five award-winning Taiwanese movies and documentaries on various topics including political satire, homosexuality, ghost culture, anatomical donation and immigrant workers.
Don't want to be accessory in films: Kritika Kamra
Popular TV actor Kritika Kamra, who is making her Bollywood debut with "Mitron", says she is not game for doing minuscule parts in films. Kritika never took a break from television to actively chase films and is thankful to the small screen for giving her name and fame. "Because of TV, I am financially secure today and can wait for the kind of films I want to do. TV is all about female lead and we are used to playing the protagonist and then you don't want to do small roles. "I don't want to do blink-and-miss kind of roles, don't want to be an accessory in a film, or just do a song-and-dance. That's why it took long time for me to do a feature film," Kritika told PTI. In the past, Kritika says she came close to doing a film with Dharma Production and Ekta Kapoor featuring Emraan Hashmi and Kareena Kapoor Khan which apparently got shelved. "I had also signed for a film with UTV. I did not expect these films will not work. Like when you do arthouse films you know anything can happen. I .
Elton John kicks off final world tour
Sir Elton John will kick off his final world tour in Allentown, Pennsylvania, today, which will bring an end to his memorable career of more than 50 years.The 'Rocket Man' singer will have 300 shows in his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour, and will span five continents before coming to an end in 2021, reported CNN."Performing live fuels me and I'm ecstatic and humbled to continue to play to audiences across the globe. I plan to bring the passion and creativity that has entertained my fans for decades to my final tour," said John.Showing his excitement to perform for his fans, the singer tweeted saying, "One more day to go! Get ready for a musical and visual journey of 50 incredible years on the #EltonFarewellTour. The yellow brick road awaits..."The 71-year-old legend announced a three-year farewell tour and his subsequent retirement from touring during a press conference in January this year.The 'I'm Still Standing' singer released his greatest hits compilation album 'Diamonds' in ...
Jitendra Kumar excited to make film debut with 'Chaman Bahaar'
Web series actor Jitendra Kumar, known to ardent followers of The Viral Fever shows, is set to make his feature film debut with "Chaman Bahaar". He is confident the audience will love and connect to the character he essays in the quirky entertainer.
Ray's films opened my eyes towards world cinema: Mia Melzar
Actor Mia Melzar, whose short film "The Field" is being screened at the Toronto International Film festival (TIFF) 2018, says legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray's films opened her eyes towards world cinema.
'Melody queen' Asha Bhosle turns 85
Six decades, multiple generations, one voice. Asha Bhosle's melodious songs over the years have unified music fans in India for years. Celebrities from various walks of life are grateful for the "magical" voice of the 'melody queen', who turned 85 on Saturday.
Heidi Klum, Tim Gunn cut ties with 'Project Runway' for new Amazon series
Model Heidi Klum and American fashion consultant Tim Gunn, the stars who turned "Project Runway" into one of the first and biggest cable reality TV hits of the previous decade, are saying goodbye to the series and making the leap to streaming.
Don't think I'll get married again: Kalki Koechlin
Actor Kalki Koechlin believes society has built the institution of marriage in a way where women are still looked at as the weaker sex. In an interview published in a recently launched book, "Feminist Rani", penned by Shaili Chopra and Meghna Pant, the actor said the "biggest problem" with marriage, especially for a woman, is the idea of "ownership". Kalki and filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, who got married in 2011, went through a divorce in 2015 after being separated for two years. "Once I got married, I was only invited to the things that Anurag was invited to. People would say, 'Call Anurag's wife'. They wouldn't say, 'call Kalki' or 'call Kalki's husband'. "In marriage, a woman becomes the weaker sex, even if her husband doesn't want her to be. This happens because of the way society has built the institution," she said. Stating that "honesty" and "independence" are a must in a relationship, Kalki also shared how she went about the process of coming out of her marriage after the ...
Sarah Jessica Parker finds 'Sex and the City' 'tone deaf' in present day
Actor Sarah Jessica Parker, the star of "Sex and the City" films and TV show, believes the popular HBO show feels "tone deaf" now as it lacks diversity. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the 53-year-old actor, who is attending the Deauville Film Festival where her new film "Here and Now" premieres, was asked about the show which completed its 20th anniversary recently. "You couldn't make it today because of the lack of diversity on screen. I personally think it would feel bizarre," Parker said. The actor also dismissed the suggestion that the show should be rebooted with a new diverse cast. "I don't know that you could do it with a different cast. I think that's radical and interesting, but you can't pretend it's the same. It wouldn't be a reboot as I understand it," she said. "If you came back and did six episodes, you'd have to acknowledge the city is not hospitable to those same ideas. You'd look like you were generationally removed from reality, but it would be certainly ...
TIFF: First look of Indian film on bonded child labour to be out
The first look of Nobel Laureate Kailash Satyarthi-backed film "Jhalki: Tale of a Tireless Sparrow", based on the backdrop of bonded child labour, trafficking and lost childhood, will be launched at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
'I Dream of Jeannie' actor dead at 91
Actor Bill Daily, known for his work in the sitcoms "I Dream of Jeannie" and "The Bob Newhart Show", is died. He was 91.
Rapper Mac Miller dead at 26
Rapper Mac Miller has died from an apparent overdose at his residence here. The 26-year-old rapper, whose real name was Malcolm James McCormick, was found unresponsive in his home in the Studio City neighbourhood. Miller's family released a statement about his death Saturday, reported Variety. "Malcolm McCormick, known and adored by fans as Mac Miller, has tragically passed away at the age of 26. He was a bright light in this world for his family, friends, and fans," read the statement. Miller had long suffered from substance abuse and was even vocal about it. In his deeply personal 2014 mixtape "Faces", the rapper had addressed his drug addiction. Miller went through a well-publicised break-up with singer Ariana Grande earlier this year. The pair, who met in 2012, collaborated on a number of songs and performed together at the One Love Manchester concert in 2017. In August, Los Angeles police charged the rapper with driving under the influence when he crashed his car into a ...
Unless you make it to big screen people think you are not doing well: Avinash Tiwary
Actor Avinash Tiwary, who is getting critical praise for his performance in "Laila Majnu", believes there are ample opportunities for artistes in the show business before they make it to the big screen. Tiwary, who has made his Hindi film debut with the Sajid Ali-directed film, says his goal has always been to do good work but at the same time he does not want to do characters that would box him in a certain image. "I think there's a lot of work for actors in the city. Fortunately or unfortunately, unless and until you make it to the big screen people don't think you're doing well enough. Otherwise, there is enough work for actors in Mumbai. "When I was starting there were so many channels that were coming up, I thought I'll do something or the other. I'll survive but I won't starve myself. So, I kept working but yes I wanted to work in films," Tiwary told PTI in an interview. Before "Laila Majnu", Tiwary had worked alongside megastar Amitabh Bachchan in thriller TV show "Yudh" where .
It's a huge boost as filmmaker: Vasan Bala on TIFF premiere of 'Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota'
"Peddlers" director Vasan Bala is back with a coming-of-age story in quirkily titled "Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota", which is set to have its world premiere at the ongoing Toronto International Film Festival's Midnight Madness segment. Bala, whose first film "Peddlers" remains unreleased despite garnering acclaim in festivals, said the selection of his second film at a prestigious festival like TIFF came as a huge relief. "It is a huge boost because it is the first Indian film to be selected in that category. I'm a big fan of the segment. It is so challenging for filmmakers with the studio system in Bollywood and elsewhere to make original films. "It's difficult for fresh new voices to come up in the market because people aren't that receptive. In a place like Midnight Madness you can see the madness in you. It is very refreshing to be part of that line-up, to be considered mad enough," he told PTI in an interview. The film revolves around a man with congenital insensitivity to pain, hence .
Grande disables Instagram comments after Miller's death
Singer Ariana Grande has disabled Instagram comments after fans started blaming her for her former boyfriend and rapper Mac Miller's death.
Mac Miller dead: John Mayer, Wiz Khalifa 'terribly sad'
Celebrities like John Mayer and Wiz Khalifa flocked to Twitter to share their grief over the death of rapper-producer Mac Miller.
Rapper Mac Miller dead
Rapper-producer Mac Miller, who began his rise in the music industry in his late teens, has died. He was 26.