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No flag-planting scene in 'First Man' upsets Buzz Aldrin
Buzz Aldrin, the second man to land on moon, is not happy as an upcoming film, 'First Man' based on the Apollo 11 mission, won't showcase the planting of the American flag on the lunar surface.The 88-year old spaceman who on Sunday took to Twitter to share pictures of himself planting the flag on the moon, made it clear that he was quite unhappy about this very event being not depicted in the film.He tweeted, "#proudtobeanAmerican #freedom #honor #onenation #Apollo11 #July1969 #roadtoApollo50"Earlier, US Senator Marco Rubio called the decision unpatriotic. However, Armstrong's sons Rick Armstrong and Mark Armstrong defended the decision and released a statement jointly with 'First Man' author James R. Hansen, reported Variety."We do not feel this movie is anti-American in the slightest," the trio said in the statement. "Quite the opposite. But don't take our word for it. We'd encourage everyone to go see this remarkable film and see for themselves."Ryan Gosling who is playing the role
Hear Farhan's new single 'rearview mirror' on Sept 7
Bollywood's multi-talented actor Farhan Akhtar who teased his fans about releasing a new single a few days back, has revealed its release date.The 'Rock On' actor took to Instagram on Monday to share that on September 07 a new single 'Rearview Mirror' from his 11-song album titled 'Echoes'" will be released.In his post, he said that it gives him "much happiness to share" what he is been working on for the "past 15 months".He even posted a video where he can be seen playing a guitar and recording the song. The video ended with a message that read "4 DAYS TO GO", indicating the release date of his new song.He wrote, "It fills my heart with much happiness to share with you what I've been working on for the past 15 months. How something that started off as merely scribbling thoughts down onto pages evolved into consuming my need for creative expression is difficult to understand or explain. And now the time has come to hand these creations over to you, in the form of an 11 song album ...
Latvia chooses 'To Be Continued' for 91st Oscars
Latvia too is not lagging behind in the race for Oscars, as it officially chose the documentary film 'To Be Continued' to be submitted at the 91st Academy awards under the 'foreign language film' category.The film that has been directed by Ivars Seleckis focuses on the lives of several schoolchildren in Latvia, reported the Hollywood Reporter. The film has been shot over a span of two years.' To Be Continued' is a documentary which follows seven children living in different parts of Latvia, and belonging to different strata of the society, in a bid to explore their skills, values and hopes instilled in them by the past legacy and the current reality.Notably, 'To Be Continued' is Latvia's 10th film to be officially chosen for the 'foreign-language' since its independence in 1991. But till date, no Latvian film has made it to the shortlist.Earlier, Venezuela officially selected 'The Family' to be submitted under 'foreign-language film' category while Palestine chose its documentary film
Deepika Padukone roped in for 'xXx' yet again
Months after speculations, it is finally confirmed that Deepika Padukone will star in the fourth installment of the 'xXx' franchise, alongside Hollywood actor Vin Diesel.Film's director DJ Caruso announced the same on Twitter after welcoming Chinese singer-actor Roy Wang to the 'xXx' family. When a user asked him if the 'Padmaavat' star will be a part of the film, Caruso replied "Yes!"The fourth 'xXx' movie is in the works with Diesel as the proud co-owner of the franchise.Earlier it was reported that Diesel's One Race Films has teamed up with production company 'The H Collective' to acquire the rights to the film from Revolution Studios.
Shilpi Sansad to produce a film to be directed by Goutam Ghosh
The Shilpi Sansad, an organisation founded by matinee idol Uttam Kumar five decades back, will produce a big canvas Bengali film to be directed by Goutam Ghosh in 2019, a top official of the organisation said on the acting legend's 92nd birthday Monday. Sadhan Bagchi, secretary of the shilpi sansad told PTI on the sidelines of a cultural function in memory of Uttam Kumar that the film, the title and subject of which was being decided, will cast several actors/actresses from Bengali film industry and will reflect the rich legacy of literary influence of Bengali cinema. Shilpi sansad chairperson Rituparna Sengupta told reporters that apart from the film to be directed by Ghosh, another Bengali film will also be produced by the sansad. Details of both films will be announced at a function later on, she said. Bagchi said the shilpi sansad had earlier presented Ban Palashir Padabali in 1973 which was produced by Uttam Kumar, the then chairman. During the function, remembering
Not going to curse or bless 'The Conners': Roseanne Barr
While revealing her plans to move to Israel when television broadcasting company ABC airs 'The Conners', TV personality Roseanne Barr said she will not "curse or bless" the spinoff to the 'Roseanne' revival.The 65-year-old shared her thoughts about the reboot in a new podcast with Rabbi Shmuley Boteach."I have an opportunity to go to Israel for a few months and study with my favorite teachers over there, and that's where I'm going to go and probably move somewhere there and study with my favorite teachers," the actress said, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter.Barr further said she will not "curse it or bless" the show and plans on "staying neutral.""I'm staying away from it. Not wishing bad on anyone and I don't wish good for my enemies," she said. "That's what I gotta do. I have some mental health issues of depression and stuff. I got to stay in the middle or I'll go dark and I don't want to go dark again. I've done it - after all, I was married to Tom Arnold. Ha! Ha!"Barr was ...
HC imposes Rs 10k as costs on filmmaker Shankar
The Madras High Court Monday imposed Rs 10,000 as fine on filmmaker Shankar for not appearing in a case related to Rajinikanth-starrer 'Enthiran' and directed him to pay the amount to the Blue Cross Society. The matter relates to a civil litigation filed by Tamil writer Arur Thamil Nadan who submitted that the movie was based on his story and claimed Rs 1 crore as compensation. The court had directed Shankar to appear for cross-examination in this case. The filmmaker had submitted that he has enough material with him to establish that the story was nowhere connected to the writer. When the case came up before Justice M Sundar on Monday, Shankar's counsel submitted that the filmmaker was not able to appear in person as he was engaged with the shooting of a film. The petitioner's counsel submitted that his non-appearance meant only to drag on the proceedings. The judge posted the matter for further hearing to September 12 and imposed costs on Shankar.
NPAs, not demonetisation, caused slowdown: NITI Aayog Vice Chairman
NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Rajiv Kumar on Monday said the slowdown in India's GDP growth rate is not solely due to demonetisation but because of the exponential rise in the non-performing assets (NPAs) which began way before the note-ban announcement.
Drama of 1960s Italian girl band that went to Vietnam
Rome, Sep 3 (IANS/AKI) 'Arrivederci Saigon', a documentary about a Tuscan all-girl pop group that was improbably caught up in the Vietnam War during a Southeast Asian tour in 1968, spending months in jungle battlefields entertaining US troops, will be screened on Tuesday at the 75th Venice Film Festival.
Bombay Talkies Studios to release Rajpal Yadav's 'Bhaagte Raho'
As the iconic Bombay Talkies Studios is coming back into the business of cinema, the studio will be releasing and distributing the upcoming film "Bhaagte Raho" featuring renowned Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav.
Deepika Padukone to return in next 'xXx' film: director DJ Caruso
Deepika Padukone's Serena Unger will be back for another adventure in Vin Diesel-starrer "xXx" franchise, director DJ Caruso confirmed Monday. The fourth film in the franchise will also star Chinese singer Roy Wang, he said on Twitter, welcoming him to the franchise. An Indian fan wrote back asking whether Deepika will be a part of the film, Caruso replied with a "yes" and added that they were working on the script. "xXx: Return of Xander Cage" marked Padukone's Hollywood debut. In May, Caruso had expressed a desire to shoot a Bollywood style dance number, featuring Padukone, for the end credits of his upcoming film. "I want to end xXx 4' with a Bollywood dance song. Led of course by @deepikapadukone. Lungi Dance? Something new? Caruso had tweeted.
'Exhausted' Tiger shares still from 'SOTY 2'
Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff's latest post will surely wipe away your Monday blues!The 28-year-old actor, who is currently shooting for his upcoming film 'Student of the Year 2', surprised his fans with a behind the scenes picture of the movie.Flaunting his biceps and chiselled body, Tiger can be seen wearing red shorts look as he poses for the camera."#soty2 #climaxcomplete#exhausted #bts," read the caption of the post from the 'Baaghi' star.In April, the team had wrapped up the first schedule of the film in Dehradun.'SOTY 2' is the second edition of one of Karan Johar's most successful flicks, 'Student of the Year', which launched three of the brightest stars of today- Varun Dhawan, Alia Bhatt and Sidharth Malhotra.While the 'Heropanti' star is the leader of the student brat pack, Tara Sutaria and Ananya Panday are the female leads of this second edition.Directed by Punit Malhotra, the film will hit the big screens on May 10, next year.
Nimrat Kaur rubbishes link-up reports
In a tongue-in-cheek tweet, "The Lunchbox" actor Nimrat Kaur has rubbished reports of a link-up with Team India cricket coach Ravi Shastri. The actor, 37, without taking any names, said "fiction can be more hurtful". "Fact: I may need a root canal. Fiction: Everything else I read about me today. More facts: Fiction can be more hurtful, monday blues exist and I love ice cream. Here's to trash free happy days ahead," she tweeted. There was speculation that the actor was secretly dating the former cricketer, who has not responded.
Shraddha Kapoor wishes her 'Baapu' on his bday
As veteran actor Shakti Kapoor turned 66 today, his daughter and Bollywood diva Shraddha Kapoor made sure she wishes him in the most sweetest way possible.Taking to his Instagram account, the 'Aashiqui 2' star shared an adorable picture and wished her 'Baapu' a very happy birthday, writing, "My baapu's birthday ?? @shaktikapoor."In the picture, the father-daughter duo is all smiles as they lovingly looked at each other.Shakti Kapoor is known for his villainous and comic roles, having featured in more than 700 films throughout his career. He was spotted by late actor Sunil Dutt on the sets of 'Rocky' where he was later cast as the antagonist. However, Dutt felt that his name 'Sunil Sikanderlal Kapoor' wouldn't do justice to his villainous role, hence 'Shakti Kapoor' was born.Shraddha, on the other hand, is riding high on the success of her recently released film 'Stree' raking in Rs. 31.26 crores in its opening weekend. The Amar Kaushik directorial, which also stars Rajkummar Rao in ...
Dave Bautista may not return for 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3'
A bad news for all the Drax fans, American actor Dave Bautista might not return for the 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3'.In an interview on 'The Jonathan Ross Show', the Hollywood star, who plays the role of Drax in the films, spoke against Disney and revealed how they fired 'Guardians of the Galaxy' director James Gunn after his controversial tweets came out-- which he shared nearly a decade ago on topics like paedophilia and rape.The actor continued to speak in defence of the director, reported Deadline.When the show's host asked him about his future in the third film of the franchise, Bautista said, "It's a bitter-sweet conversation, um, no it's a bitter-bitter conversation because I'm not really happy with what they've done with James Gunn."The star further said he is not sure if he wants to continue with Disney, "They're putting the movie off, it's on hold indefinitely. To be honest with you I don't know if I want to work for Disney," he added.Kevin Hart, who was also a guest on ..
Uttam Kumar remembered on his 92nd birth anniversary
Bengali cinema's legendary actor Uttam Kumar continues to be an inspiration for eminent artists of West Bengal who fondly remembered him on his 92nd birth anniversary on Monday.
Robin Wright to reprise her 'Wonder Woman' role in sequel
Robin Wright is all set to reprise her role as Amazonian warrior general Antiope in "Wonder Woman 1984". The "House of Cards" star is currently shooting a flashback sequence in the film in Spain with Connie Nielsen, who played Wonder Woman's mother, queen Hippolyta, according to Net-a-Porter. Wright's character, who is Diana/Wonder Woman's aunt and the one responsible for teaching her warrior craft, had died in the first film. The film has already made news for bringing another character back from the dead, Chris Pine's Steve Trevor. Director Patty Jenkins is returning for the much-anticipated sequel.
Would be happy to work with Amitabh Bachchan again: Jaya Prada
Actress Jaya Prada, the premiere of whose maiden fiction TV show "Perfect Pati" will clash with that of the new season of Amitabh Bachchan's "Kaun Banega Crorepati" on Monday, says she would love to work with the megastar again if there's an opportunity and a suitable role.
Deepika Padukone in next 'xXx' film, confirms director
Actress Deepika Padukone, who made her Hollywood foray with the Vin Diesel-starrer "xXx: Return of Xander Cage", will return to the franchise for its fourth instalment, according to its director DJ Caruso.
Wanted to take audiences on an unholy, terrifying journey with The Nun': Corin Hardy
Director Corin Hardy says "The Nun" gave him an opportunity to incorporate classic horror imagery to tell an origin story in the Conjuring universe and he is confident that the film will take the audiences on a terrifying journey. The director, best known for his "The Hollow", said it was important for him to honour what has already been done in the previous "Conjuring" films but at the same time create something new. "I loved that The Nun is set in 1952 and in a castle in Romania - making the story feel both new and ancient. I wanted to take audiences on an unholy, terrifying journey. It gave me a real opportunity to incorporate classic horror imagery this time around. Using castles, convents, cemeteries, hanging fog, gaslight, candlelight, stained glass and gothic horror, we created a rich, contrasting and immersive cinematic atmosphere," Hardy said in a statement provided by the Warner Bros. The director said having grown up on classic horror films such as "Dracula", "The ...