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Andrea Jeremiah wasn't intimidated by Kamal Hasaan

Actress Andrea Jeremiah, who plays a pivotal role in "Vishwaroopam 2", says sharing screen space with an iconic actor like Kamal Hassan was not intimidating for her because she didn't grow up watching his films.

'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' planning to shoot #MeToo episode

American TV series 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' is planning to shoot an episode based on the #MeToo movement.According to Showrunner Dan Goor, the writing team is in talks of doing such episodes in order to continue talking about various subjects.Notably, the showrunner said that the key to speaking about anything topical would be to make sure that the storyline captures the essence of the TV series, reported The Hollywood Reporter.Goor, while speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, said that doing such a thing would be difficult for the writers since they also have to portray the #MeToo issue in a more fun manner, as it is a comical series.The showrunner further stressed that the show would not go forward with a #MeToo episode unless the writers are able to create a story.In terms of what to expect on NBC, Brooklyn Nine-Nine staples like the annual Halloween Heist will be back. "So far it's more of the same - and better," Goor said with a laugh.'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' will now be aired on an NBC ...

Cher announces ABBA covers album

Pop legend Cher has announced an album full of ABBA covers which will be released on September 28. The album, titled 'Dancing Queen', will feature 10 tracks including "Waterloo, "Mamma Mia" and "Fernando". The 72-year-old singer and actor most recently appeared in "Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again". "I've always liked Abba and saw the original 'Mamma Mia' musical on Broadway three times," Cher said in a statement obtained by Variety. "After filming 'Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again', I was reminded again of what great and timeless songs they wrote and started thinking 'Why not do an album of their music?'" she added. The album was recorded in London by the singer with her longtime collaborator Mark Taylor. Cher believes "it's a perfect time" to release the album, her first since 2013's 'Closer to the Truth'. "The songs were harder to sing than I imagined but I'm so happy with how the music came out. I'm really excited for people to hear it. It's a perfect time," she said. The veteran singer ...

It's a game changer: Ruby Rose on her casting as Batwoman

Actor Ruby Rose believes that her casting as the lesbian superhero Batwoman in a new series is a game changing moment which will open new opportunities for LGBTQ people. The 32-year-old actor recently appeared on The Tonight Show where host Jimmy Fallon asked about her casting as Kate Kane aka The Batwoman in The CW series. "It's a game-changer. I found out an hour before I did the premiere for The Meg and I was so nervous doing the red carpet, so I basically skipped everybody because I kept spontaneously crying," Rose said. The actor said growing up there were hardly any characters on TV that were openly gay or lesbian, a thing she believes will change after her casting. "I feel like the reason I got so emotional is that growing up, watching TV, I never saw someone on TV that I could identify with, let alone a superhero," Rose said. "I have always had this saying I mean, not me, Oscar Wilde which is be yourself because everyone else is taken. So I always live by that motto, and the

Larson might join Michael B. Jordan in 'Just Mercy'

Actress Brie Larson is in final negotiations to co-star with Michael B. Jordan in the upcoming legal drama "Just Mercy".

Audiobook this fall reveals Rowling's magical influences

An audiobook coming out this fall will reveal some influences behind the wizardry of Harry Potter. The audio producer and seller Audible Inc announced today that "Harry Potter: A History of Magic" will go on sale October 4. Narrated by Natalie Dormer of "Game of Thrones" fame, the book will feature "hidden stories" about magic and tell of the manuscripts, myths and other artifacts that JK Rowling drew upon for her blockbuster fantasy series. The audio work will be published by Rowling's Pottermore Publishing and can be pre-ordered at www.audible.com/historyofmagic . It also serves as a companion to a Potter exhibition that ran last year at the British Museum and will be seen this fall at the New-York Historical Society. Audible is owned by Amazon.com.

Shakti Bhatt First Book Prize shortlist announced

This year's Shakti Bhatt First Book Prize shortlist has an interesting line-up of authors - a UK-born broadcaster-academic, an Indian-American, a teacher from Abu Dhabi, an oral historian, a Pakistani journalist and editor of a travel magazine. This We That Are Young (Preti Taneja), Ants among Elephants (Sujatha Gidla), Temporary People (Deepak Unnikrishnan), Remnants of a Separation (Aanchal Malhotra), The Sensational Life and Death of Qandeel Baloch (Sanam Maher) and How to Travel Light (Shreevatsa Nevatia) will vie for the Rs 2 lakh award. The shortlist was chosen by Sattar (who runs the Sangam House international writers' residency programme) and writer Jeet Thayil. The Shakti Bhatt First Book Prize is funded by the Shakti Bhatt Foundation. It was set up in 2008 in memory of young writer Shakti. This year's judges, Githa Hariharan, Sampurna Chattarji and Raghu Karnad, will announce the winner in November. The shortlist reflects the experience of the outsider, the one who does not .

Shaan collaborates with former reality show contestant

Singer-composer Shaan and former "The Voice India" contestant Ritu Agarwal have come together for a song titled "Adhoorey".

Manisha Koirala pens her first book

Actress Manisha Koirala has penned her first book titled "The Book of Untold Stories".

When Huma walked out of 'India's Best Dramebaaz' (TV Snippets)

Actor-dancer Shantanu Maheshwari was surprised when Huma Qureshi walked out of the set of the show "India's Best Dramebaaz" after he expressed his fondness for the actress.

A particular community shouldn't be targeted for every wrong: John Abraham

John Abraham says at a time when the world is getting polarised, it is important that one community is not blamed for everything that goes wrong in the society. The 45-year-old actor, who has made a number of films dealing with patriotism, including his next release "Satyamev Jayate", was asked about the lynching incidents in the country and how religion has become a controversial topic today. "The whole world is getting polarised and by polarised I mean that it is going against a particular community right now. It has become our mind-set that if there is something wrong, then that particular community is causing all the harm. I think we should first get that out of our heads because only then you can judge people rightly," Abraham said in a group interview here. The actor, whose film tackles the issue of corruption, said communalisation creates more problems. "If you are communalising them, then they become fringe elements and after that they become extremists. You are creating the ..

Grant Gustin hits back at body shamers

Actor Grant Gustin has slammed body shamers who mocked him for his skinny physique.

Global artist royalty portal launched in India

Music label Sony Music has launched its global artist royalty portal, Artist Portal, in India. It will empower artists by giving them easy access to royalty statements online.

I want to win a lot of hearts: Kiara Advani

Actor Kiara Advani says life has been "amazing" after her critically acclaimed performance in "Lust Stories". The actor, who played the lead role in the Karan Johar-directed part in the anthology film, said her aim is to work in entertaining projects. "Life is amazing after 'Lust Stories' there are some interesting projects I am looking into and I am waiting to start them. I just hope to continue entertaining people, who have given me so much love. I want to win a lot of hearts," Kiara told PTI. The 26-year-old actor has an interesting slate of films including "Kalank" and "Good News". "I am really excited for 'Good News'. It is a really quirky story. It has got a very interesting cast. In 'Kalank' I have an special appearance. I am also shooting for a south film with Ram Charan." Kiara, who is the face of clothing brand ONLY, said she has fuss-free style when it comes to dressing up off the camera, but credits her dedicated team for making her look good. "I like being comfortable and

David Schwimmer to guest star in 'Will & Grace'

Former "Friends" star David Schwimmer will appear in season two of "Will & Grace".

Sonakshi Sinha reveals family secret

Actress Sonakshi Sinha has revealed why her family's bungalow is named Ramayan.

Easier to experiment with debut film: 'Stree' director

Amar Kaushik, who will make his Bollywood directorial debut with the horror-comedy film "Stree", says it is easier for filmmakers to experiment with their first film as people are not aware of their signature style.

I'm so successful I don't need career elsewhere: Kangana on politics

Kangana Ranaut might have an opinion about the country's politics but the actor says she is does not see it as a career option. During her interaction with yogi Sadhguru last evening, Kangana addressed a range of topics, including lynching. When a reporter asked if she sees herself joining politics in the future, the actor told reporters, "Politics shouldn't be a career. I feel if someone like me wants to join politics, then first of all they have to achieve detachment." The 31-year-old actor said one should give up one's family, home and children to best serve the country. "Right now, I am so successful (in films) that I don't want to make career anywhere else. But if I want to serve my land then I can't do it if I have some vested interest in some other department. That becomes conflicting then. So, if people want to pursue politics they should, but they need to achieve some kind of renunciation," she said. Last week, she attended a screening of a film, based on the childhood of ...

Patrick Wilson joins cast of WW-II drama 'Midway'

Patrick Wilson has joined the cast of Roland Emmerich's war drama 'Midway', alongside notable actors like Woody Harrelson, Mandy Moore and Luke Evans.The film will be written by Wes Tooke and produced by Harald Kloser, reported Variety. The flick is based on real life events of the 'Battle of Midway' between the Japanese and U.S. Navy in 1942.Wilson and his fellow actors will play several historical roles of the people involved in the conflict. Luke Evans will play Lieutenant Commander Wade McClusky, who led an aerial attack that sunk two of Japan's fleet carriers in the battle. Harrelson will play Admiral Chester Nimitz, the commander of the Pacific Fleet during the war.Wilson has bagged the role of Edwin Layton, the rear admiral in the U.S. Navy who was part of the intelligence team that correctly pinpointed the location of the Imperial Japanese Navy's attacking fleet near Midway Atoll.The 'Insidious' actor will next be seen playing the antagonist 'Ocean Master' in the DC film ...

Ruby Rose gets emotional about 'Batwoman'

Opening up about her recent casting as the lead in CW's upcoming 'Batwoman' series, Hollywood actress Ruby Rose said that she gets emotional when she talks about the project because while growing she did not have anybody on the TV to identify with.According to The Hollywood Reporter, the actress featured on 'The Tonight Show' Wednesday night, where she told host Jimmy Fallon that the 'Batwoman' news was broken to her before the premiere for Jason Statham starrer 'The Meg'.Rose also revealed that she skipped everybody at the red carpet because she kept on crying. Getting emotional on the talk show the actress said that she believes in the famous Oscar wild saying 'Be yourself because everyone else is taken'.Later in the show, Rose said that she used to pretend to be Batwoman as a little girl as she would cut out bat wings out of cardboard boxes and would even sleep in them.