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Busy Philipps has never watched 'Dawson's Creek'

Actor Busy Philipps has revealed she has never watched "Dawson's Creek", the American drama series in which she played the role of Audrey Liddell. The 39-year-old actor, who starred in the fifth and sixth seasons of the TV series, said she never felt much attachment with the show. "I never watched 'Dawson's Creek'. I didn't watch it before I was on the show and I barely watched it after I was on the show, so I don't have the same connection that other people have to it," Philipps told Porter Edit. The show may not have left much of an impression on the "I Feel Pretty" star, she did make great friends with co-star Michelle Williams. "It's so interesting that (our) friendship became basically mythological after that show. We had very few scenes together; (our characters) Jen and Audrey were unlikely friends. But in the last season, sometimes they would give us scenes together, just to make us happy," she said.

I use cinema as medium to express my opinion, says Taapsee Pannu

Actress Taapsee Pannu says she prefers to address social issues and express her opinion through the medium of cinema rather than using other platforms.

Will Smith to become author

Actor Will Smith has collaborated on a book with the self-help author Mark Manson, who wrote "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F**k".

Michelle Williams commits to mental health awareness

Actress Michelle Williams has committed herself to help others in their journey to fight issues pertaining to mental health.

David Tennant joins Rooster Teeth's 'gen:LOCK'

"Doctor Who" star David Tennant has joined the voice cast of the animated science fiction show "gen:Lock". Produced by Rooster Teeth Animation, the show revolves around a team of young pilots who are recruited to control the next generation of giant, weaponised robot bodies known as mecha. According to Entertainment Weekly, Tennant will voice Dr Rufus Weller, a lead scientist with the Experimental Science Unit (ESU) and the inventor of the "gen:LOCK" technology. "Tennant is sci-fi royalty and we are thrilled to have him join this amazing cast," said Rooster Teeth Chief Creative Officer Burnie Burns in a statement. The show's cast also includes Michael B Jordan, who voices the main character Julian Chase, as well as Dakota Fanning and Koichi Yamadera. "gen:Lock" is set to premiere in January next year.

I was always paid less than my male counterparts: Emma Thompson

Emma Thompson says she was always paid less than her male colleagues. The 59-year-old actor-writer said women are still treated as "second-class citizens". She also advocated to publish salaries to reveal the gender pay gap. "I was always paid less than my male counterparts. Publishing figures is the first step. "It's a forensic way of looking at how women are second-class citizens, and I appreciate that because it's not emotional. This is the fact: this person does the same work for less money, and that's just wrong," Thompson told Good Housekeeping magazine. The Oscar-winning star urged women to be financially independent. "Earn your own living and keep your own money. It's your cash and you should always decide what to do with it," she said.

Biopic should be made on real heroes, not reel: Akshay

Bollywood is witnessing a rising trend of adapting real-life stories for biopics but Akshay Kumar says he would never make a movie on himself. Recently, Rajkumar Hirani's "Sanju", a biopic on Sanjay Dutt, did great business at the box office but was criticised for whitewashing the actor's image. "I would never ever make a biopic on myself and I will never write a book on myself," Akshay said in an interview here. "There are so many amazing stories in history, like Tapan Das (his character in 'Gold'), Arunachalam Muruganantham on whose life "Padman" was based, who have steered India in a positive direction. I would be a fool to make a biopic on myself. I would never even think of it, it will be a shallow thing to do for myself. I want to make biopic on real heroes and not reel heroes," he added. Hindi cinema has been churning out biopics one after the other, with a string of films such as "Super 30", "Manto", "Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi", a film on Olympic champion Abhinav Bindra

I never let success or failure get to my head: Huma Qureshi

Actress Huma Qureshi says failure and success are a part of everyones journey, and she doesn't let them get to her head.

'Lord of the Rings' TV series writers announced

Amazon Studios has roped in JD Payne and Patrick McKay to pen their highly anticipated mega-budget "Lord of the Rings" TV series. Their writing credits include the upcoming "Star Trek 4" for Paramount and adapting the upcoming "Jungle Cruise" for Disney. "The rich world that J R R. Tolkien created is filled with majesty and heart, wisdom and complexity. We are absolutely thrilled to be partnering with Amazon to bring it to life anew. "We feel like Frodo, setting out from the Shire, with a great responsibility in our care it is the beginning of the adventure of a lifetime," the writing duo said in a statement to Entertainment Weekly. Set in Middle Earth, the television adaptation will explore new storylines preceding Tolkien's "The Fellowship of the Ring".

Selma Blair quits Twitter following James Gunn's defence

Selma Blair today quit Twitter after she used the social media platform to defend "Guardians of the Galaxy" director James Gunn, who was fired from the third installment of the franchise over a series of old offensive tweets. The 46-year-old actor's last tweet reads: "So long. You can find me on Instagram. #Istandwithjamesgunn." Blair's account, however, continues to be active. The actor may have dropped a hint about staying away from the microblogging site on Thursday when she shared a story with title "Was James Gunn the first undeserving victim of Hollywood's new zero-tolerance policy?" She captioned the article: "Does anyone else have feelings about leaving Twitter?" Blair was one of the first Hollywood stars to support Gunn after his shock sacking from the "GOTG" threequel and also shared a Change.org petition asking Marvel to rehire him. The actor, who has been longtime friends with the director, tweeted last week that Gunn was instrumental in encouraging her to come forward ...

Will Smith is writing a book

Will Smith has revealed he is writing a book, which will be full of "stuff" he has gathered over the years. The 49-year-old actor is collaborating with self-help author Mark Manson, who wrote "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F**k", on the project. Smith took to Instagram to share the news on what will be his first official book. "I'm writing a book! I got years and years of stuff I want to say, and I'm finally going to write a book for y'all," the actor said in the video which also featured Manson. Smith then asked the writer, "Are you feeling confident? Are you feeling like we'll be able to do transcendent art with this book?" To which Manson replied, "I spent the last six months with crippling anxiety, but today I feel great." The "Bright" actor then joked that they are meeting five publishers for the book and they will go with the "highest bidder". "We're going to be meeting with five publishers... We're gonna pick one. And if I had to take a guess, I feel very confident that we're .

Bollywood's 'Khalnayak' Sanjay Dutt turns 59

Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt, popularly known as 'baba' among his fans, turned 59 today.Son of veteran actors Sunil Dutt and Nargis Dutt, he made his acting debut in 1981 and has since appeared in various Hindi films.In his career spanning over 37 years, Dutt won two Filmfare Awards, two IIFA Awards, two Bollywood Movie Awards, three Screen Awards, three Stardust Awards, two Zee Cine Awards, and a Global Indian Film Award.Four of his films have won various National Film Awards as well.Hitting a low point in life, the 'Agneepath' star was arrested under the Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) in April 1993.Charges of terrorism were dropped but he was convicted of illegal possession of weapons. After serving a sentence of -- years he was released on 25 February 2016 owing to good conduct.Sanjay has been in the limelight for his biopic 'Sanju' starring Ranbir Kapoor, which is the biggest opener of 2018, so far. On the work front, Dutt's 'Saheb Biwi gangster 3' ...

Vijay Deverakonda's song courts controversy, says he doesn't want row

Telugu cinema star Vijay Deverakonda finds himself in a controversy regarding the song "What The F" from his film "Geetha Govindam". He decided to withdraw the song from YouTube as he feels there's no need for the song to be played if it is offending anyone.

Evangeline Lilly thought superhero films were 'stupid'

Evangeline Lilly says she was not a fan of superhero films when Marvel Studios offered her "Ant-Man". The 38-year-old actor reprised her role of Hope van Dyne, who becomes The Wasp in the film's recent released sequel. Lilly said she changed her mind after her agent persuaded her to consider the project, which had a "really cool" script. "I didn't like superhero movies when I got offered this job. So, my initial reaction - do not tell Marvel - was 'I don't want to do a stupid superhero movie'. And my manager said, 'Well, just hear me out' - because he knows me quite well - 'Paul Rudd will be starring.' What? So I thought, 'This is really cool. Whatever they are doing is not the superhero movie I have previously seen' and it intrigued me. "So then I did my homework... I went back and watched some 'Avengers' films and some other Marvel films and I just thought what they were doing was so unique and fun," the actor told SFX magazine. Lilly, who has a seven-year-old son and a two-year-old

Pierce Brosnan says #MeToo won't change James Bond

James Bond star Pierce Brosnan hopes #MeToo will bring "more respect" between the genders but he does not think the movement will change Agent 007's character. The 65-year-old actor, who has played the casanova British spy in four films of the franchise, said he is unaware if the new Bond films will incorporate the tectonic shift brought about by the post Harvey Weinstein sexual harassment scandal, Metro.com reported. Asked if he thought Bond can survive #MeToo, Brosnan said, "Well, I have no idea if the new films are going to address these social issues. I think Bond will continue in the same vein. "I would suspect so, because men will continue to be men and women likewise. One hopes there will be more respect between the genders. You hope that good things will come out of this #MeToo movement." He starred in four Bond films from 1995 to 2002 - "GoldenEye", "Tomorrow Never Dies", "The World Is Not Enough" and "Die Another Day". Brosnan, who has four grown-up children, said playing ...

Adil Hussain hopes Assamese actor plays Hima Das on-screen

Actor Adil Hussain is delighted that Akshay Kumar has expressed interest in making a biopic on sprinter Hima Das. He hopes an Assamese actor gets to play the part.

Jailhouse rock: In quest of the Tihar Idol - and reform (Social Feature)

On a rainy July morning, Sumit Kumar, a murder convict in Delhis Tihar Jail, one of the country's largest, finishes his tea and rushes to begin his dance session in preparation for the latest season of a reality show that over the last few years has become a regular feature of the prison.

PM Modi to address nation on 'Mann Ki Baat' today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will share his thought with the nation in the 46th episode of his 'Mann Ki Baat' programme at 11 am today.It will be streamed on the YouTube channels of the Prime Minister's Office, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, All India Radio (AIR) and DD News. Simultaneously, the programme will also be broadcasted on AIR's website - www.allindiaradio.gov.in.AIR will also broadcast the programme in regional languages immediately after the Hindi broadcast.In the 45th edition of the radio programme, the Prime Minister had highlighted the significance of Yoga and said that it helps in realising the spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumkabam.He had also recalled Guru Nanak and said his teachings endeavoured to eradicate caste-based discrimination prevalent in the society.

Ving Rhames recalls being 'held at gunpoint at home'

Actor Ving Rhames was once held at a gunpoint by the police at his own home.According to E! online, the 'Pulp Fiction' actor revealed on the Clay Cane show on Sirius XM that his neighbor called 911 and said a large black man was breaking into the house."I open the door and there is a red dot pointed at my face from a 9mm (handgun)," adding, "They say, 'Put up your hands'", said the actor on the show.The actor further revealed that he complied and stepped outside with his hands up, then saw a few cops and a police dog. He said the police captain recognized him because their sons competed against each other in high school sports games together and apologized for the mistake.The local police are yet to comment on Rhames' statement.

Carrie Fisher's family approves 'Star Wars' appearance

The family of late actress Carrie Fisher has given their approval for her recently announced presence in the next 'Star Wars' film via use of previously unreleased footage from 'Star Wars"I couldn't be more personally thrilled and happy that our Carrie will reprise her role as Princess Leia in the new and final 'Star Wars Episode IX,' using previously unreleased footage of her shot for 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens'," Fisher's brother Todd said, reported Variety."As we, her family, as well as her extended family of fans around the world so believe, Carrie's 'Princess Leia' is forever entrenched in the franchise and her indelible presence is fundamental to the film. J.J. Abrams understood Carrie's iconic role, and he has masterfully re-crafted this final entry to include this unused and very last footage of Carrie ever taken, without resorting to CGI or animatronics. Our family and her fans will look forward with great anticipation for this one," he added.The cast of Star Wars: Episode