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Pierce Brosnan doesn't think Bond will change

Actor Pierce Brosnan does not think the #MeToo movement will affect the James Bond franchise.

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Updated On : 29 Jul 2018 | 3:25 AM IST

Six women claim CBS CEO Moonves sexually abused them

Six women, including an actress, an author and two producers, who had professional ties with CBS CEO Leslie Moonves, have said they were sexually abused by him more than two decades ago.

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Updated On : 29 Jul 2018 | 1:05 AM IST

Kiara lets mood pick her fashion pieces

Actress Kiara Advani, of "M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story" fame, says she lets her mood decide what she should wear.

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Updated On : 29 Jul 2018 | 12:10 AM IST

When you are young, you tend to be misguided: Prateik

Bollywood actor Prateik Babbar, who is playing the character of a terrorist in the upcoming multi-starrer film "Mulk", says youngsters tend to get brainwashed and misguided easily and as he is growing mature, he is becoming wiser and a better creative person by heart.

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Updated On : 28 Jul 2018 | 11:55 PM IST

Akshay Kumar to make a biopic on Hima Das

Bollywood star Akshay Kumar who congratulated the Indian contingent for the upcoming Asian Games said he would love to make a biopic on athlete Hima Das.While attending an event, the action star confirmed it and praised the athlete for achieving such a feat at a very young age."I would like to make a biopic on Hima Das. She's a young achiever, in a sport that India's not identified with on the international stage. She won gold in a track and field event, which is a huge achievement and should be highlighted through a movie. As Indians, we run and get on to a bus and train easily. So we have the potential to run. It's only a matter of time and encouragement before we can make a name for ourselves in track and field events," he said.Akshay Kumar will be next seen in upcoming sports drama film 'Gold'.The upcoming flick will release this Independence Day, on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of Free India's first gold medal at the 1948 Olympics.The film boasts of an ensemble cast ...

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Updated On : 28 Jul 2018 | 11:20 PM IST

Salman Khan unveils another poster of 'Loveratri'

Bollywood star Salman Khan unveiled a new poster of the upcoming romantic film 'Loveratri'.He took to Instagram and posted the picture. Here he also announced August 6 as the release date of the movie's official trailer.He captioned it, "9 Din main Dekho #Loveratri ka trailer. 6th August! #LoveTakesOver @aaysharma @warinahussain @abhiraj88 @skfilmsofficial @tseries.official" (translation: The trailer of Loveratri will be out after 9 days)Prior to this the movie's lead actor Aayush Sharma had unveiled a colourful and vibrant motion poster of this film.On a related note, the movie is set against the backdrop of Gujarat.The romantic drama unfolds the love story of the leading couple over the span of Navratri.The movie will present the fresh pairing of debutants Aayush Sharma and Warina Hussain. The poster and pictures from the film have already piqued the interest of the audience.'Loveratri' is directed by Abhiraj Minawala who will also be making his directorial debut with the film. The .

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Updated On : 28 Jul 2018 | 11:10 PM IST

Would like to make biopic on Hima Das: Akshay Kumar

Actor-producer Akshay Kumar, who is busy promoting his forthcoming sports-drama film "Gold", says he would like to make biopic on life of Indian sprinter Hima Das who became the first Indian athlete to win a gold in a track event at just 18 year of age.

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Updated On : 28 Jul 2018 | 10:35 PM IST

'Dhadak' earns Rs 54.17 cr in second week

The second week earnings of the recently released Bollywood movie, starring newcomers Ishan Khattar and Janhvi Kapoor, now stand at Rs 54.17 crore.Film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh took to twitter to announce the news and claiming that despite Tom Cruise's Mission Impossible's sixth movie, the movie did well.He wrote, "#Dhadak [Week 2] got affected by #MI6 wave, yet recorded fairly good numbers... Expected to grow over the weekend... Fri 2.61 cr. Total: ? 54.17 cr. India biz."The flick managed to rake in recorded an impressive Rs. 33.67 crore in its first-weekend run.The movie has been co-produced by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions and Zee Studios, 'Dhadak' is the official Hindi adaptation of the Marathi film Sairat (2016).

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Updated On : 28 Jul 2018 | 9:42 PM IST

Una Healy splits from husband Ben Foden

Singer Una Healy and rugby player Ben Foden have reportedly separated after six years of marriage.

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Updated On : 28 Jul 2018 | 8:25 PM IST

Disha Patani hints about her character's name in 'Bharat'

In a recent picture shared by Disha Patani on social media, the Bollywood actress dropped a hint regarding her character's name from her upcoming movie 'Bharat'.In her Instagram picture she can be seen holding a shirt which read 'Radha'.She captioned the picture "#bharat??"'Bharat' is already amongst Bollywood's much-awaited projects since it was announced earlier this year. Patani will be seen playing the role of a Trapeze artist, while Salman Khan is set to play the role of a stuntman.Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, the movie will hit the cinema halls on June 5 next year.

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Updated On : 28 Jul 2018 | 8:05 PM IST

Saif Ali Khan will not debut in Instagram

The internet rumours on Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan making his debut in the social media sphere, has now been trashed by his spokesperson.His spokesperson confirmed that Saif is neither present in Instagram nor in any other platform."The reports floating are completely untrue. Saif Ali Khan is not on Instagram or on any other social media platform for that matter. We are in the process of investigating the matter," clarified Saif Ali Khan's spokesperson in regards to this issue.Earlier today, an announcement from his son Ibrahim Ali Khan's Instagram account was made.In the post, it was written, "Finally! @Saifpataudi".Official sources clarified that his son's account was hacked prior to the post.On a related note, the 'Cocktail' star has been enticing fans with his web television series, 'Sacred Games' in which he plays the role of a Mumbai cop, Sartaj Singh.The series is based on Vikram Chandra's 2006 thriller novel by the same name and also features Nawazuddin Siddiqui.

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Updated On : 28 Jul 2018 | 8:05 PM IST

PewDiePie apologises for mocking Demi Lovato

Famous youtuber PewDiePie apologised for his "insensitive" tweet over singer Demi Lovato's reported drug overdose.Lovato was recently found unconscious at her home in Hollywood Hills following a drug overdose.The 28-year-old PewDiePie tweeted a meme showing Demi asking for money to buy a Burger, but ends up buying drugs, Deadline reported.The youtuber deleted the tweet after his Twitter feed exploded with comments criticising the post."Deleted meme. I didnt mean anything with it and I didnt fully know about the situation. I realize now it was insensitive, sorry!" the tweet read.(EMBED)With 64.5 million subscribers PewDiePie, whose real name is Felix Kjellberg, is the owner of the most subscribed YouTube channel.

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Updated On : 28 Jul 2018 | 8:05 PM IST

Kate Beckinsale celebrates birthday with ex Michael Sheen

Actress Kate Beckinsale marked her 45th year surrounded by goats and her ex-husband Michael Sheen.

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Updated On : 28 Jul 2018 | 7:05 PM IST

Model Rhian Sugden apologises to Tess Daly

Model Rhian Sugden apologised television to presenter Vernon Kay's wife Tess Daly for getting involved with Kay.

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Updated On : 28 Jul 2018 | 7:05 PM IST

Only way to survive in industry is by focusing on content: Akarsh

Akarsh Khurana, who has directed the forthcoming film "Karwaan", says the Indian market is growing stronger for Hollywood films and that Hindi films are always fighting with regional cinema at the box office. He believes the only way to survive is by focusing on content.

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Updated On : 28 Jul 2018 | 6:25 PM IST

Artist Anjolie Ela Menon's biography translated in Hindi

The Hindi translation of eminent artist Anjolie Ela Menon's biography was recently launched here at the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA). Titled, "Anjolie Ela Menon: Through the Patina", the book narrating the personality and creative life of the eminent artist is filled with pictures and essays on her life and work spanning 55 years. "It feels great when your life's work gets transformed into a book. I thank all the people who have constantly supported me all these years. I couldn't have been where I am without their support. "I hope the Hindi translation of the book inspires more and more budding artists," said Menon at the book launch. Padma Shri awardee Anjolie Ela Menon occupies a distinctive niche in contemporary Indian art and since her first exhibition in 1958, her oil on masonite paintings and mixed-media works have continued to intrigue and enthral art lovers- both in India and abroad. Ritu Sharma, Director, NGMA, who was also present during the launch said she hopes ...

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Updated On : 28 Jul 2018 | 6:20 PM IST

Anthony Hopkins opens up about his fight against alcoholism

Veteran actor Anthony Hopkins opened up about his battle with alcoholism saying "It was very difficult to work because I was usually hung over."

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Updated On : 28 Jul 2018 | 6:15 PM IST

Wishes pour in for Huma Qureshi as she turns 31

A host of celebs in tinsel town extended birthday greetings to Bollywood actress Huma Qureshi as she turned 31 on Saturday.Many celebrities from the Bollywood fraternity wished the actress a year full of love and happiness on her special day.Actor Bhumi Pednekar tweeted, "Happy happy happy happy birthday @humasqureshi.M ay this year be full of love, light and all things amazing baby girl..have a super day"Her 'Dedh Ishqiya' co-star, Arshad Warsi wrote, "Wishing my lovely, spunky, funny, talented friend Huma a very happy birthday. Love you. have a super year."Television VJ Shruti Seth, tweeted, " Happy Birthday @humasqureshi'The 'Jolly LLB 2' star also took to social media and posted a picture of herself writing, "On my #birthday as I turn older and (hopefully) wiser... Only one thought in my head ... 'Fear is stupid. So are regrets' ... Thank you for all the love and duas #blessed #love #humaqureshi #onlylove"Qureshi was last seen in Rajnikanth starrer 'Kaala' which also had Nana ...

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Updated On : 28 Jul 2018 | 5:35 PM IST

Netflix acquires Andy Serkis-directed 'Mowgli' from Warner Bros

Streaming giant Netflix has acquired actor-filmmaker Andy Serkis-directed "Mowgli" from Warner Bros and is planning to release the movie on the platform in 2019. The CGI live-action film is based on the Jungle Book stories of Rudyard Kipling. The movie will be released on the streaming service with a theatrical component built in so that audiences can see the 3D version that Serkis has been working so hard on, reported Entertainment Weekly. Serkis said he is relieved to have Mowgli with Netflix to avoid the "pressure" and "comparisons" with Disney's live-action "The Jungle Book". "What excites me most is the forward thinking at Netflix in how to present this, and the message of the movie. They understand this is a darker telling that doesn't fit it into a four quadrant slot. It's really not meant for young kids, though I think it's possible that 10 or above can watch it. "It was always meant to be PG-13, and this allows us to go deeper, with darker themes, to be scary and frightening .

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Updated On : 28 Jul 2018 | 5:00 PM IST

Demi Lovato's documentary on hold

The sequel of singer Demi Lovato's documentary "Simply Complicated" has been put on hold by Youtube, following Lovato's ill-health.

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Updated On : 28 Jul 2018 | 4:40 PM IST