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Book fairs dumping ground for unsold books, say young readers
As the Delhi Book Fair opened on Saturday, some of the young readers complained that book fairs appeared have become a dumping ground for unsold books.
Durgawati looks like Sunny Leone in UP voters' list
Film actor Sunny Leone is a voter in Ballia but goes by the name of Durgawati, if the voters' list that was being prepared for the 2019 Lok Sabha elections is to be believed. An elephant, a pigeon and a deer were also on the list. The errors were detected and set right during the process of verification of the list, an official said today, blaming a disgruntled data operator. Actor Sunny Leone's picture was pasted against the name of voter Durgawati, Kunwar Ankur Singh was represented by a deer and Kunwar Gaurav Singh looked exactly like a pigeon, according to the list. Another victim was Narad Rai, a former minister in the Mulayam Singh Yadav and Akhilesh Yadav governments in Uttar Pradesh. He had a picture of an elephant pasted besides his name in the updated voters list. District officials blamed a data operator for the mischief and have recommended his dismissal. "A data operator on contract, Vishnu Verma , was sore over his transfer and indulged in this," Additional District ...
Nick Jonas' new single inspired by Priyanka?
Singer Nick Jonas, who recently got engaged to global star Priyanka Chopra, just dropped a new single 'Right Now' and it seems to be inspired from his lady love.Nick released the fresh track on Friday in collaboration with German musician Robin Schulz, reported E! Online.The lyrics are quite catchy and are believed to be inspired by his fiance Priyanka Chopra. The line, "Right now, you know I miss your body, so I won't kiss nobody until you come back home", from his new song feels like it is referring to the Bollywood actress.Further into the song, it seems that Jonas is confessing his love for his fiance as he proclaims, "You are my water, my sun, my moon and stars; Your heart is all I need"Priyanka and Nick reportedly got engaged during former's birthday celebrations in London on July 18.Later, Nick flew down to India with his family to seal the deal with his lady love Priyanka. A 'Roka' ceremony was organised on August 18 to celebrate their love. The function was attended by close .
Raksha Bandhan: Varun Dhawan to send handmade hampers to his sisters!
Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan has found a unique way to promote the outstanding handmade products that India is known for the worldwide.The star celebrates Rakhsha Bandhan with his sisters and cousins every year. However, he wants to make things a little different this year.With his upcoming release 'Sui Dhaaga - Made In India', which is majorly based on crafts and fabrics created by Indian artisans, the 'Judwaa 2' actor has created a special hamper featuring some really cool handmade Indian fabrics and crafts as gifts for his sisters.Talking about the same, Varun said, "Each year I ensure that I gift my sisters something that they cherish and love. The beauty of Indian arts and crafts is unparalleled. Having learned so much about them while making Sui Dhaaga, I wanted to gift my sister's goodies that are handmade. I have got them an assorted mix of dupattas, sarees, stoles and handmade diaries etc. These items feature Phulkari art, Chanderi fabrics, Tussar silk, Kantha, and Applique ..
Arjun Kapoor proud of his sisters (Movie Snippets)
Ahead of Raksha Bandhan, actor Arjun Kapoor took to Instagram to express his love for his sisters.
Dominic Monaghan to star in 'Star Wars: Episode IX'
Actor Dominic Monaghan has joined the cast of "Star Wars: Episode XI". The 41-year-old actor, best known for his role in Peter Jackson's epic film trilogy "The Lord of the Rings", has been vocal about his dream of starring in a Star Wars movie, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The film reunites Monaghan with "Lost" creator and executive producer, JJ Abrams, who co-wrote and is directing the Episode IX. The details of his character have not been revealed by the studio. Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac and Adam Driver are expected to return. This is Abrams' return as director - he helmed "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" (2015) and was asked to come back to direct the latest installment after Colin Trevorrow exited following creative differences.
Emma Watson might star in Gerwig's 'Little Women'
Actress Emma Watson is in talks to join Greta Gerwigs "Little Women".
Emma Watson joins Greta Gerwig's 'Little Women'
Actor Emma Watson has come aboard the cast of Greta Gerwig's "Little Women". According to The Hollywood Reporter, the "Beauty and the Beast" star will share screen space with Meryl Streep and Emma Stone in the big screen adaptation of the Louisa May Alcott classic. The film also reunites Gerwig with her debut directorial "Lady Bird" actors, Saoirse Ronan and Timothee Chalamet. Laura Dern, Florence Pugh and James Norton are also part of the cast. The story follows sisters Amy, Jo, Beth and Meg and their mother in Civil War-era Massachusetts as they navigate first love and their first holiday without their father, a travelling minister. Among many takes on celluloid, Alcott's book was last adapted into a feature in 1994, which starred Winona Ryder, Susan Sarandon, Claire Danes, Kirsten Dunst and Christian Bale.
Challenge is to have different journey than my brother: Aparshakti
Unlike his brother Ayushmann Khurana, a successful leading hero since six years, Aparshakti began his acting career with supporting roles and he says it was a conscious move as he does not want to fall in the ambit of the "nepotism" debate. He entered the industry with films like Aamir Khan's "Dangal" and Karan Johar produced "Badrinath Ki Dulhania". "If I would have entered the industry the way my brother did neither I would have been satisfied with my journey nor the audience would have been convinced. The challenge for me is to have a different journey than my brother. "I've been patient enough to choose roles which don't, on the face of it, make me a star brother and I don't fall in the ambit of the nepotism debate," Aparshakti told PTI. The actor says the decision to choose this path was mutual and conscious. "I've deliberately taken a longer route. Ayushmann told me to do this, it was wise enough for an elder brother to make his younger brother understand that the journey is ...
I'm in a good space in Bollywood: Saqib Saleem
He ventured into Bollywood in 2011 with "Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge" and gained popularity with films like "Mere Dad Ki Maruti" and "Dishoom". Actor Saqib Saleem says he is in a good space in the Hindi film industry.
Regional filmmakers are really pushing the envelope: Huma
Actress Huma Qureshi says regional filmmakers are really pushing the envelope and exploring territories when Hindi filmmakers are playing safe.
More non-skippable ads coming to YouTube
Google-owned Youtube is expanding the concept of non-skippable advertisements on its platform for the creators to monetise their content and earn more revenue.
Jude Law hints at 'Sherlock Holmes 3'
Seems like actor Jude Law is all set to reprise his role of Dr John Watson in the upcoming movie 'Sherlock Holmes 3'.In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, the 'Captain Marvel' star said, "We hope to propel the story forward. As always, the essence of the story is their co-dependency. We are going to examine, it has been several years since we have seen them. We are going to play up the fact that they haven't seen each other for a long time either."Recently, Robert Downey Jr also took to his Twitter handle and teased re-starting on the franchise. He uploaded a video of him as Sherlock Holmes and wrote, "Practicing my Sherlock face."The franchise's title is yet to be announced. It is slated to premiere on Christmas, 2020..
'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' production put on temporary hold
The production on the third part of "Guardians of the Galaxy" series has been put on hold. The development comes after James Gunn, who helmed the previous two entries of the series, was fired by the Disney Studio after a series of old offensive tweets made by the filmmaker resurfaced on social media. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Marvel Studios and Disney are "regrouping" in the aftermath of Gunn's firing. The outlet also reported that a handful of crew members who had assembled in Los Angeles for pre-production have been dismissed. The studio has reportedly told them that they free to look for other work. Disney had recently reiterated its decision to sack Gunn despite a strong outpouring of support in defence of the filmmaker. The "Guardians" cast, including Chris Pratt and Zoe Saldana, had penned a letter calling for Gunn's reinstatement but studio has stood firm in its decision. The third part was expected to go into production in early 2019, but the project has never been .
Did not like the idea of being an actor: Ratna Pathak Shah
Born to an actor mother who would often play melodramatic roles in Gujarati plays, veteran artiste Ratna Pathak Shah never quite liked the idea of being an actor. She resented the fact that it was simply assumed she would be an actor owing to her mother, Dina Pathak's career, and it took her a while to realise that acting was where her heart lay. "I was always taken along for my mother's shows, but I never enjoyed seeing them," Ratna said, adding that the backstage was her haunt. She was speaking at a session at the ongoing Mountain Echoes literary festival here. It was her introduction to theatre director and actor Satyadev Dubey that opened her eyes to the possibilities of what theatre could do. "He did not rely on magic. He used texts that talked about issues that were around us, and discussed contemporary new ways of looking at the world. "He did plays by writers like Mohan Rakesh and Girish Karnad, and would give them the most simple, without frill kind of styling," she ...
Shawn Mendes wants to start acting soon
After making a name as a singer, Shawn Mendes is ready to make the jump to the big screen as an actor.
Literary masterpieces of 11th-century Buddhist poet explored
The final day of the ninth edition of Bhutan's distinctive Mountain Echoes literary festival saw an insightful discussion on an 11th-century Tibetan mystic who had a harrowing past but later became an accomplished poet.
'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' production put on hold
The production of "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3" is being put on hold for the time being as Marvel and Disney regroup on the project.
Still in disbelief: Mouni on bagging 'Brahmastra' and 'RAW'
Mouni Roy, one of the popular actors of television, is still in "disbelief" about having bagged Karan Johar produced "Brahmastra" and John Abraham-starrer "RAW: Romeo Akbar Walter". The 32-year-old actor, who was most recently seen in Akshay Kumar-starrer "Gold", says she is "grateful" that good roles are coming her way. "I feel elated and grateful for the opportunities that have come my way. I don't know how it happened, I am still in suspension of disbelief. I am very excited about this part of my life. "I will be giving my best. I have started working on the two films 'Brahmastra' and 'Romeo Akbar Walter'," Mouni told PTI, The actor, however, did not divulging the details of her roles in the upcoming films. In "Brahmastra", she joins the star-studded cast of Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Amitabh Bachchan. Calling herself a proud television actor, Mouni says she was very happy working on the small screen and if there are interesting projects then she will definitely take them up, ...
24th Delhi Book Fair opens with free entry
The 24th Delhi Book Fair opened at the Pragati Maidan here on Saturday but it looked a scaled down affair with the stalls occupying just one hall this year.