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Arvind Kejriwal, Rituparna Sengupta inaugurate Bangla Cine Utsab-2018

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, Bangladesh High Commissioner to India Syed Muazzem Ali and Bengali actor Rituparna Sengupta today inaugurated the 11th edition of Bangla Cine Utsab-2018 here. Organised by Bengal Association, the three-day-long festival, will showcase ten full length feature films and ten short films by renowned filmmakers as well as budding Bangla directors and producers. "Bengal's culture is very rich and the language is really very sweet and I hope the academy will nurture and celebrate that culture. "Since past 60 years Bengal Association has been demanding Bengal Academy, we have decide to create the academy. I believe it is a great news for more than 50 lakh Bengalis living in Delhi that now they will soon have their own Bengal Academy. The orders and notifications have been passed. And I am sure next year we will do Bangla Cine Utsab on a much bigger scale," Kejriwal said at the inauguration ceremony. Bangla films like "Mayurakshi", "Pupa", "Bhalobasar ...

'Batti Gul Meter Chalu' is an extremely mainstream film: Shahid

Actor Shahid Kapoor says his forthcoming film "Batti Gul Meter Chalu" is an extremely mainstream film which has elements of fun, humour and issue-based commentary.

Abhijit Ghoshal to explore devotional music genre

After participating in the reality TV show "Sa Re Ga Ma Pa" and paving his way to Bollywood music industy, singer Abhijit Ghoshal will now explore devotional music genre.

I look for roles that stress me out: Adah

Actress Adah Sharma, who is starring in a short film "Moh", says she looks for roles that will stress her out and give her sleepless nights.

Arko feels elated to sing Bengali song for Akshay

Singer-composer Arko Pravo Mukherjee says it is a very special feeling to sing a Bengali song for actor Akshay Kumar as he is also playing the character of a Bengali man for the first time.

Traditional Bengali Patachitra art expo opens in Delhi

A group exhibition showcasing Bengali Patachitra -- a narrative style of art known for the stories it weaves through painted scrolls -- opened here on Friday, displaying more than 60 artworks.

Film on child trafficking denied certificate by CBFC

A film on child trafficking made by National award 'Natya Bhushan' winning filmmaker Sachin Gupta has not been granted a certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) due to what an offical said was its "crude" content.

SC stays J&K HC order for taking food inside cinemas

The Supreme Court on Friday stayed a Jammu and Kashmir High Court order permitting moviegoers to carry their own eatables and beverages inside theatres.

Not easy to address serious issues: Sorabh Pant

He addresses social as well as political issues through his stand-up comedy, but comedian Sorabh Pant says it is not easy to find humour in serious affairs.

It's shocking no one's offered me dance film yet: Sonakshi Sinha

Sonakshi Sinha's love for dance is apparent in her films as well as stage shows and the actor says she now wants to be a part of a full-fledged dance film. Be it "Saree ke fall sa", "Gandi Baat" or "Party All Night" Sonakshi's dance moves have been appreciated by the audience, so the actor finds it surprising that she hasn't been offered any dance-based movie yet. "I would love to do a dance-based film. Isn't it shocking no one has put me in a dance film yet? I would love to do that because I love dancing freely and that translates on screen," Sonakshi told PTI in an interview. While there's some time for a dance film to happen, the actor has her plate full with films like "Happy Phirr Bhag Jayegi", "Kalank" and "Dabangg 3". While "Kalank" will mark her first collaboration with Dharma Productions, "Dabangg 3" will reunite her with her first film team. The actor made her debut with "Dabangg" in 2010. When asked if her equation with superstar Salman Khan, her "Dabangg" co-star and ...

Ishaan doesn't need my support: Shahid Kapoor

Shahid Kapoor says his half brother Ishaan Khatter, who is basking in the success of his second film "Dhadak", is such a good actor that he doesn't need his support. Talking about why he was missing from the film promotions of "Dhadak", Shahid said, "I was shooting for 'Batti Gul Meter Chalu' when the trailer of 'Dhadak' was launched I saw it on my phone... Ishaan is such a good actor that he doesn't need my support. He is fine without me. "He did not call me for the success party. I saw the photos on Instagram. I wasn't invited, I messaged him today after watching his after-party pictures. I messaged him saying thanks for letting me know and he replies, 'I wasn't sure if I want to call anybody'," he added. There have been reports that Shahid had left a film with Imtiaz Ali but the actor dodged a question. When asked about the controversy over his wife Mira's recent advertisement for a cosmetic brand, Shahid said, "You should ask her when she takes a press conference. Today's women do

Mainstream actors should do socially-relevant films: Shahid Kapoor

Shahid Kapoor, who is awaiting the release of "Batti Gul Meter Chalu", says it is important for mainstream actors to be a part of socially-relevant films so that the message reaches a wider audience. The actor said his last two films -- "Haider" and "Udta Punjab" -- were appreciated because they dealt with contemporary issues. "'Haider' was about human rights, which is a massive issue in Kashmir and in North East states, then I did 'Udta Punjab', which was about the drug issue," he told reporters here. Set in a small town, 'Batti Gul Meter Chalu' revolves around the problem of electricity. "I feel proud to be a part of this film. One would think it (electricity) is a small issue but it is not for others. As actors if we can represent those issues, it would be good as we have the opportunity to say something nice otherwise we will lose the chance. "We are not making a documentary film as it will never reach anywhere. So you have to make it entertaining and take mainstream actors so you

Being part of Karan Johar's 'Takht' big deal for me: Janhvi

Actor Janhvi Kapoor is thrilled to be a part of Karan Johar's next directorial "Takht" and says she will be "eternally grateful" to the filmmaker for giving her this opportunity. "Takht" features Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in lead roles. The period drama also features Bhumi Pednekar, Vicky Kaushal and veteran actor Anil Kapoor. When asked about her reaction on being part of the film, the "Dhadak" actor told reporters, "What can I say? I am still in shock. It hasn't sunk in yet. It's a big deal for me. I am eternally grateful and blessed that Karan has allowed me to be a part of the film." The film marks Johar's first after 2016's romantic drama "Ae Dil Hai Mushkil". Sharing the plot of the film, the 46-year-old director had written on Twitter,"'Takht' is an incredible story embedded in history. An epic battle for the majestic Mughal throne. A story of a family, of ambition, of greed, of betrayal, of love and of succession." Sumit Roy has written the screenplay ..

Directors need to be true to their vision: Simon Pegg on hyper-fandom

In the era of aggressive fandom, actor-writer Simon Pegg believes it is important for a director to stick to his vision without being cynical about fans expectations. As recent history has shown, even a minor digression in the storyline of a beloved franchise like "Star Wars" or "Star Trek" can irk fans, who, in the digital era have become a major voice that Hollywood studios are finding hard to ignore. When asked about excessive fandom in Hollywood, Pegg, who has been a part of major franchise films, said social media has changed the way fans react to a film. "That's just fandom, people love their thing and they want it to be a certain way and if it's not their way, then they get a little bit upset. That's not their fault, that's just a consequence of social media. "The trick is to be true to your own vision of something and not be cynical about it, then hopefully you will create something that will be in line with the fans' own ideas. What you get with things like 'Star Wars' and ...

Amy Morton to turn director for 'Glengarry Glen Ross' revival

Veteran actress Amy Morton is all set to make her directorial debut for a revival of David Mamet's Pulitzer Prize and Tony-winning play 'Glengarry Glen Ross' with an all-female ensemble.Based on the discussion on gender roles and male-female power imbalances, the drama will be given a bold new spin, confirmed The Hollywood Reporter.The 1983 drama depicted the cut throat fight for supremacy and survival of a group of aggressively competitive salesmen in a Chicago real estate office and the struggles to offload most worthless properties.Featuring a handful of juicy roles, the hotshot broker sees his sales figures as evidence of his macho vitality. Also, a once-formidable veteran salesman who hasn't closed a deal in a long time now finds his livelihood in jeopardy.James Foley's 1992 film adaptation starred Pacino, Jack Lemmon, Alec Baldwin, Kevin Spacey, Ed Harris, Alan Arkin, Jonathan Pryce and Jude Ciccolella.The actress-turned-director haa received Tony nominations for her ...

Sidharth, Parineeti start shooting for 'Jabariya Jodi'

Actors Sidharth Malhotra and Parineeti Chopra have started shooting for their upcoming film "Jabariya Jodi".

Demi Lovato cancels tour dates in Mexico, South America

Singer-actress Demi Lovato, currently undergoing treatment at a rehabilitation centre, has cancelled the remaining dates for her 'Tell Me You Love Me' tour.

Casey Affleck apologises for unprofessional behaviour

Actor-director Casey Affleck addressed allegations of sexual harassment for the first time saying that he contributed to an "unprofessional environment" on the film set of "Im Still Here".

Yamla Pagla Deewana Phir Se trailer: Gear up for triple fun

The trailer of 'Yamla Pagla Deewana Phir Se' brings together veteran actor Dharmendra and his sons Sunny and Bobby Deol.The trailer of the third installment in the 'Yamla Pagla Deewana' franchise shows the 'Sholay' star as a drunkard who hallucinates about 'apsaras'. While Sunny embraces his 'dhai-kilo-ka-hath' image, Bobby romances Kriti Kharbanda in 90s style. The story takes the Deols to Gujarat where they pretend to be Gujaratis. The movie also has multiple cameos from various actors, including Salman Khan, Shatrughan Sinha, Rekha and Sonakshi Sinha.Sunny Deol took to Twitter to unveil the trailer and wrote, "Ab har jagah honge sirf charche humare kyunki leke aye hai triple fun, Yamla, Pagla aur Deewana tumhare! #YPDPhirSeTrailer, Out Now!http://bit.ly/YPDPhirseTrailer .@ypdphirse @aapkadharam @thedeol @kriti_official @PenMovies @jayantilalgada @saregamaglobal @SohamRockstrEnt"Helmed by Navaniat Singh, 'Yamla Pagla Deewana Phir Se' will hit the big screens on August 31.

A step in right direction: Blum on Oscars' changes

Producer Jason Blum has lauded Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences for making changes in the upcoming edition of Oscars.