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Tamannaah Bhatia excited about giving retro twist to 'KGF'
Actress Tamannaah Bhatia says she had fun shooting for a "retro number" in the period drama "KGF".
Paul Rudd to star in 'Living With Yourself'
American actor Paul Rudd will soon be seen in a Netflix comedy series titled 'Living With Yourself'.He will be working with critically acclaimed feature film 'Little Miss Sunshine' directors Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris.The series 'Living With Yourself' revolves around a man, who undergoes a treatment to become a better person. The series will have eight episodes where Rudd will play a dual role.'Living With Yourself' series will have Timothy Greenberg, who will also serve as executive producer and showrunner.Rudd was last seen in Marvel's 'Ant-Man and the Wasp' which he co-wrote. Also, his most recent TV stint came on Netflix when he played as Andy in 'Wet Hot American Summer' reboot.
Jason Statham enjoys working with diverse cast
Actor Jason Statham says he likes to work with people with different ethnicity as "it is a proper reflection of society".
Petre Andre proud of his children
Singer Peter Andre is a proud father as his children, whom he shares with his former wife Katie Price, got a distinction in their London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art exam.
White House says Omarosa claim of Trump racism is 'false'
The White House is slamming a new book by ex-staffer Omarosa Manigault-Newman, calling her "a disgruntled former White House employee." The Guardian newspaper reports that in the memoir, Manigault-Newman labels Trump a "racist" and claims she's been told there are tapes of him using the N'-word repeatedly while filming "The Apprentice" reality series on which she appeared. White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders says in a statement today, "Instead of telling the truth about all the good President Trump and his administration are doing to make America safe and prosperous," Manigault-Newman's book is "riddled with lies and false accusations." Sanders also says, "It's sad that a disgruntled former White House employee is trying to profit off these false attacks." She's criticizing the media for giving her a platform.
Demi Lovato to receive psychiatric treatment in Chicago
Hollywood singer Demi Lovato, who was recently shifted from the hospital to a rehabilitation centre following a drug overdose, has left for Chicago for a psychiatric treatment.According to TMZ, the 25-year-old singer has reached Chicago to see a psychiatrist specialising in mental health and sobriety. Demi will undergo psychiatric treatment for a few days after which she will get back to the rehabilitation centre.In July, 'Sorry Not Sorry' singer was rushed to the hospital after she was found unconscious at her home in Hollywood Hills in Los Angeles.The singer, who is known for her struggle with drugs for years, gave fans a sneak peek into her life when she talked about it in the documentary- 'Simply Complicated'. Demi even opened up about her addiction to drugs in her single 'Sober', which was released in June.
Kourtney Kardashian spotted with ex at Kylie's birthday
Sister of American reality TV star Kim Kardashian, Kourtney Kardashian was spotted with her ex-boyfriend Scott Disick at her half-sister Kylie Jenner's 21st birthday party.Kourtney and Scott, who were seen together after two years since their break-up, were accompanied by family and friends, reported E! Online. Interestingly, the ex-couple arrived separately for the party.Kourtney's sister Khloe took to Instagram to share a picture where the ex-couple was seen sitting next to each other. They were even spotted acting in a cordial manner.Kourtney and Scott, who broke up in 2015, have co-parented three children.The celebrity guests in Kylie Jenner's birthday included Ashley Benson, Chris Brown, Cara Delevingne, Kevin Durant and Bella Hadid to name a few.
What is that accent, Shahid?
From what I gather the Toilet Ek Prem Katha director Shree Narayan Singh's new film Batti Gul Meter Chalu is about power theft in the mofussil areas .
Salman Khan begins second schedule of 'Bharat'
Bollywood star Salman Khan has started shooting for the second schedule of upcoming film 'Bharat' in Malta.The first schedule of the movie was wrapped up in Mumbai.Salman took to his Instagram account to announce the beginning of the second schedule and wrote,"Starting the shooting schedule of #Bharat in Malta, lovely country ."This movie is Ali Abbas Zafar's third collaboration with Salman after the 2016 film 'Sultan' and the recent 'Tiger Zinda Hai'.After Priyanka Chopra walked out of the film, Katrina Kaif was roped in to play the lead opposite the 'Dabangg' star.'Bharat' also stars Tabu and Disha Patani in pivotal roles.The film will feature Salman sporting five different looks spanning 60 years, wherein a crucial part will showcase the actor in his late 20s, looking much leaner and younger.Salman will be recreating his 'Karan-Arjun' look which had created immense excitement amongst the audience.
'Star Trek' actress Nichelle suffering from dementia
Former Hollywood movie star Nichelle Nichols of 'Star Trek' TV series fame has been diagnosed with dementia.According to her doctor Meena Makhijani, the actress is currently suffering from a moderate form of progressive dementia, reported TMZ.The doctor further revealed that the actress has impairment of short-term memory besides also facing issues in understanding abstract ideas like the sense of time and immediate recall to name a few.Makhijani, however, informed that there is no issue in regard to her long-term memory, her body orientation, and comprehension of things.The former Hollywood star is also not facing any problem when it comes to verbal communication, concentration, recognition of familiar faces, and the ability to deduce reasons in a logical manner and planning for a future course of action.Makhijani is well known for playing the role of Uhura in the 'Star Trek' series. She became one of the first black women to feature in a major television series.
Being a Jat, will never step back: Dharmendra
Veteran actor Dharmendra, who will be seen in his forthcoming release 'Yamla Pagla Deewana Phir Se' has said that being a Jat, he and his family will never step back from making films until they don't become successful in it.
Gal Gadot to voice Shank in 'Ralph Breaks the Internet'
"Wonder Woman" star Gal Gadot today announced that she will voice the character of Shank in Walt Disney Animation Studios' "Ralph Breaks the Internet", which releases in India on November 23. "I'm so excited to finally announce that I'm playing a character named Shank in Disney's #RalphBreaksTheInternet hitting theatres this November! Such an amazing experience to be a part of this project with such great creators and the cast," Gadot tweeted. Shank is a tough and talented driver in an intense and gritty online racing game called Slaughter Race in the film. Ralph and Vanellope encounter Shank and her unusual cohorts when they venture to the internet in search of a replacement part for Vanellope's game, Sugar Rush. "She is the coolest character in this world of Slaughter Race," director Rich Moore said in a statement. "Shank's lived a lot, she's seen a lot, yet she's got nothing but kindness in her heartthat's the duality of that character," he added. Elaborating her character, Gadot ..
Gal Gadot joins 'Ralph Breaks the Internet'
"Wonder Woman" star Gal Gadot has joined the cast of Disney's upcoming animated film "Ralph Breaks the Internet", which is a sequel to "Wreck-It Ralph".
'Love Sonia' moves audience at Australian premiere
For a section of the audience whose perception of "Bollywood" is not devoid of song and dance sequences, Tabrez Noorani's carefully cast "Love Sonia" turned out to be as hard-hitting as its subject -- sex trafficking -- at the movie's Australian premiere here on Friday night.
SC stays J-K HC order allowing moviegoers to carry outside food
The Supreme Court on Friday stayed a Jammu and Kashmir High Court order permitting cinema patrons to carry their own eatables into theatres.The Apex court's decision comes after a petition was filed by the lawyers representing Multiplex Association of India, challenging the Jammu and Kashmir High Court order of July.The lawyers had argued that there are security issues involved when food articles are being allowed inside the theatre complex.In July, the Jammu and Kashmir High Court had instructed cinema halls of the state not to prohibit cinemagoers from carrying their food and water inside the theatre.In a similar matter, the Maharashtra government had in July announced that people would be allowed to carry food items from outside along with them in cinema halls and multiplexes in the state, starting August 1.However, following protests by multiplex cinema owners, they withdrew their decision on a hearing in Bombay High Court on August 8 quoting similar security concerns.
Travelling with short film gave me confidence to make feature film: Amar Kaushik
Debutant director Amar Kaushik of Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor starrer "Stree" says receiving appreciation from the international film festival for his short film helped him in gaining confidence to work on a feature film with stars.
Deols are not stars, they are actors, says Dharmendra
Dharmendra today said he does not see himself as a superstar but as an actor. The 82-year-old actor said becoming the number one star was neither his nor his sons- Sunny and Bobby's-- aim ever. "We are not stars, we are actors. Rajesh Khanna gave this word, superstar, because he knew that, we don't know that thing and we will remain the way we are, whether we are called number one or not," Dharmendra said. He was talking at the trailer launch of his upcoming film "Yamla Pagla Deewana Phir Se", which also stars Sunny and Bobby. The film is third installment in the "Yamla Pagla Deewana" franchise and the veteran actor said they have made the film with an intent to entertain. "We all try to fulfil our wishes. It was our wish to make 'Yamla Pagla Deewana Phir Se'. The first one worked, the second was a flop but we are Jatt and we are not someone to step back. We have made an attempt and hope audiences will like the film." The film also features a special song "Rafta.. Rafta", which has ...
Indian Film Festival of Melbourne begins
Tabrez Noorani's film on sex trafficking "Love Sonia" today officially started the 12-day-long Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM). Bollywood actor Rani Mukerji, film director Rajkumar Hirani, Vicky Kaushal, Richa Chadha, Noorani, Freida Pinto and Ali Fazal are here to attend the festival. The festival will screen over 60 films in 22 languages over the next two weeks. Speaking on the occasion, Australian Minister of Creative Industry, Martin Foley said, "This year's festival is expected to attract more than 35,000 people to events across Melbourne, bringing together diverse communities through a shared love of film." "Alongside the film program, there are plenty of ways to get involved from masterclasses to the perennially popular Bollywood Dance Competition," he added. Foley said festivals like IFFM were making several contributions to the state of Victoria -socially, culturally and economically. Rani, who is the chief guest of the festival, thanked the Government of Victoria ..
Remarks against Valmiki community: SC to hear Salman Khan's plea after 2 weeks
The Supreme Court today decided to hear after two weeks the plea of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan seeking quashing of FIRs lodged in six states against him for his alleged derogatory remarks against 'Valmiki' community during promotion of film 'Tiger Zinda Hai'. A bench comprising Chief Justice Dipak Misra and Justices A M Khanwilkar and D Y Chandrachud asked the parties to complete pleadings in the meantime and fixed the plea of the actor for final hearing after two weeks. The court, on April 23, had stayed the criminal proceedings and enquiries initiated on the basis of the FIRs lodged against Khan in various states. Senior advocate Neeraj Kishan Kaul, appearing for the actor, had termed as "motivated" the complaints against the actor. Earlier, the court had asked the lawyer to provide the details of cases lodged against Khan in states like Delhi, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Mumbai. Additional Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for Rajasthan had said he was aware of the factual .
Dharmendra happy with Bobby Deol's Bollywood comeback
Dharmendra says he is extremely happy to see his actor son Bobby Deol bouncing back in Bollywood with "Race 3". Bobby, who made his debut with" Barsaat", went through a bad phase before making his comeback with the Salman Khan-starrer. He will next be seen in "Yamla Pagla Deewana Phir Se" alongside brother Sunny Deol and Dharmendra. "We all have ups and downs. It is important to come up. It is because of the good wishes of fans that he is back. Life is to fight. As actors, it is our job to keep trying hard to work. Today doing exercise has become his routine, he is always in the gym," Dharmendra told reporters here at the trailer launch of the film. Bobby said his father and brother inspired him to make things right. "My family was disappointed as I was not doing the right things, I was not looking after myself. I did not realise these things. "I used to think my dad has the fire in him, where has my fire gone? Why I am giving up and I used to feel pity for myself. Salman inspired me .