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Mix and match this remix season
New Delhi [India], July 28 (ANI) Remember how we borrowed projects from our seniors, made a few changes and submitted them as ours? Seems like Bollywood is in that zone right now.The industry is obsessed with old songs and is treating it with a regular dose of remakes. The recipe is fairly simple, take a popular old song that is still fresh in the hearts of the audience, add a tablespoon of new lyrics and half a cup of trendy beats to it. Now mix it well with a new singer and garnish it with some fresh visuals. Your 'new' song is ready, best served with a freshly backed film. These songs mostly serve as 'item numbers' in the films.The director serves it to you when least expected on screen. In the midst of an action sequence or just when a mystery is about to unravel, these peppy numbers popup to distract you. As soon as the beat starts thumping you are certain to see a huge colourful set, dancers with energetic moves and of course the actress grooving to the music.While the debate ...
When Rishi Kapoor felt uncomfortable on set of 'Mulk'
Director Anubhav Sinha says there was a time when veteran actor Rishi Kapoor felt "very uncomfortable" while shooting for their forthcoming film "Mulk".
Assamese film wins 3 top awards at US fest
Assamese film "Xhoihobote Dhemalite" ("Rainbow Fields") today bagged three top awards at the 3rd Love International Film Festival here including best movie. Besides the best film, it also won the awards for best actress (Dipannita Sharma) and best music (Anurag Saikia) at the festival, where more than 150 films from 36 countries participated. The film, directed by Bidyut Kotoky, deals with the sensitive issue of children of Assam growing up in violent times and witnessing brutality around them. Receiving the award, Kotoky said, "In 'Xhoihobote Dhemlite', we always believe that we are making a world cinema in Assamese language. Our emotions respect no geographical barriers - we don't need a language to laugh or to cry. Thank you Love International Film Festival for re-affirming our faith." Earlier in the day, "Xhoixobote Dhemalite" arguably became the first Assamese film to be commercially released in the US, with four shows screened at the Cine Grand Cinema Fremont (California). "I'm .
Priyanka Chopra introduces Nick Jonas to royal couple
As buzz has been created about Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas' engagement, it is also reportedly said that the couple had visited the Duke and Duchess of Sussex at their house last week, where the actress introduced her boyfriend to her friend Meghan Markle and Prince Harry.
It will be a thrilling, edge-of-the seat experience: Emraan on Netflix debut
Emraan Hashmi says he is excited to make his Netflix debut with superstar Shah Rukh Khan's Red Chillies Entertainment's production,"The Bard of Blood". The 39-year-old actor, who will be playing the lead in the show based on a bestselling 2015 book of the same name by Bilal Siddiq, said the series will challenge him as a performer. "Three years after launching Bilal's 'The Bard Of Blood', I will play the protagonist - Kabir Anand. That's destiny. "I am really excited to be a part of this new form of storytelling where content has no boundaries and the world is your audience. It will be a thrilling, edge-of-the seat experience that will challenge me as an actor to bring out my best," Emraan said in a statement. The political thriller is set against the backdrop of the Indian subcontinent, and revolves around an expelled spy (Emraan) who is recalled from his new life as a Shakespeare professor to save his country and former love. "The Bard Of Blood" will be released as an eight-episode .
Abroad's biggest stars are doing shows on Netflix, India is
Esha Gupta, who has acted in films and even explored the small screen with a dance show, says she is keen to venture into the digital space. "The whole world is going digital, it is a new wave. Even our TV shows and films are coming on the digital platform. It is a new way forward. I am getting a few offers and they are really amazing. I would definitely take it up. "Look at Priyanka Chopra, she went there (US) she did a TV show 'Quantico' and it went digital as well and she became a star. Abroad's biggest of the stars are doing Netflix, ABC shows. I think India is still behind, we trying to catch up as much as we can," Esha told PTI. She is currently judging a dance reality show "High Fever Dance Ka Naya Tevar" aired on &TV channel. The actor believes if one is determined and willing to give their hundred per cent towards their work, then they will surely achieve success. "I just wish everyone makes it good in life. I have come from nowhere, when contestants talk about their ...
Orlando Bloom stops play twice after seeing woman with an iPad
Actor Orlando Bloom stopped his West End performance of "Killer Joe" twice because an audience member was holding an iPad. London theatre critic Mark Shenton tweeted an "eye-witness account" from the play, sharing Bloom's outbursts, in which he threatened to stall the show if the iPad remained in sight. "I need you to put (that) iPad away now" Shenton quoted Bloom as saying, before adding minutes later, "Put that f***ing iPad away now and I will wait." Another audience member, actor Harry Edwin, replied to Shenton's tweet to defend the iPad owner, behind whom he was sitting during the incident. According to Edwin, the woman in question was using the iPad "for her fan" in the hot theatre. "Killer Joe," starring Bloom, opened on the West End on June 4 and is slated to run through August 18.
Sonali Dev's 'Bollywood Bride' to be made TV series
US-based author Sonali Dev's book "The Bollywood Bride" will soon be made a television series jointly by two major production houses. The scripted drama series project will be developed and co-produced by Greenlight Entertainment (India) Pvt Ltd and Locomotive Global Inc. "The Bollywood Bride" is a witty story of love, family and the difficult choices that arise in the name of both. The 2015 book was published in India recently by HarperCollins. Ria Parkar is Bollywood's favourite ice princess - beautiful, poised and scandal-proof - until one impulsive act threatens to expose her destructive past. Travelling home to Chicago for her cousin's wedding offers a chance to diffuse the imminent media storm and find solace in family, food and outsized celebrations - much like one of her vibrant movies come to life. But it also means confronting Vikram Jathar. Ria and Vikram spent childhood summers together, their friendship growing seamlessly into love - until Ria made a shattering decision. .
NGMA's Art Adda proves to be a big hit
A book 'Through The Platina' based on the creative life of the eminent artist and Padma Shri-awardee Anjolie Ela Menon, was launched at the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) in Delhi on Friday.The launch was a part of the NGMA's unique initiative 'Art Adda', which is a platform for people from all walks of life to unite under one roof and discuss art and culture.Art Adda, being held on the last Friday of every month in Delhi, is conceptualised by the NGMA where art lovers, artists, teachers and experts interact with each other and share their thoughts and ideas about impact and role of art and culture in the society.Anjolie Ela Menon said, "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."Ritu Sharma, Director, NGMA said, "I congratulate Anjolie Ela Menon ...
Saif Ali Khan to make Instagram debut
Social media has become an integral part of everybody's life, giving fans better updates about their favourite celebrities' lives.Fulfilling the wish of scores of fans and followers, Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan will be making his much-awaited debut on Instagram later this month.His son Ibrahim Ali Khan announced the same on his Instagram story, writing, "Finally! @Saifpataudi"The account is currently private and a Google document attached to the same states that it won't be handled by Saif personally but his Public Relations team. The document further read that the 'Sacred Games' actor will have a live session with his fans once every month.Now with Saif finally on Instagram, fans would expect his Begum, Kareena Kapoor Khan's debut on social media as well.On the work front, the 'Nawab' 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 ..
Peter Dinklage joins 'Rumpelstiltskin'
"Game of Thrones" star Peter Dinklage is set to star in and produce Sony's "Rumpelstiltskin". Patrick Ness has been roped in to pen the script, reported Variety. Karen Rosenfelt, Circle of Confusion's Matt Smith and David Alpert, David Ginsberg, and Josh Weinstock are producing. Dinklage and Ginsberg will produce through their Estuary Films banner. According to sources, the film is still in deep development and would not be Dinklage's next project after "Game of Thrones" ends. Plot details are being kept under wraps aside from the film focusing on the mythical character that Dinklage would play. The character first appeared in a Brothers Grimm tale and follows a miller who lies to the king, telling him that his daughter can spin straw into gold. The king calls for the girl, shuts her in a tower room filled with straw and a spinning wheel, and demands she spin the straw into gold by morning or he will cut off her head. When she has given up all hope, an imp-like creature, aka ...
Carrie Fisher to feature in 'Star Wars: Episode IX'
Disney and Lucasfilm have announced the cast of "Star Wars: Episode IX", confirming late actor Carrie Fisher will feature in the film. The star, who played Princess Leia in the film series, died in December 2016. To make Fisher a part of the final installment of the Skywalker saga, the makers will be using previously unreleased footage shot for "Star Wars: The Force Awakens", reported Variety. "Finding a truly satisfying conclusion to the Skywalker saga without her eluded us. We were never going to recast, or use a CG character. "With the support and blessing from her daughter, Billie, we have found a way to honour Carrie's legacy and role as Leia in Episode IX by using unseen footage we shot together in Episode VII," director J J Abrams said in a statement. Billy Dee Williams is reprising his role as Lando Calrissia. Mark Hamill will be returning as well, whose Luke Skywalker seemingly died in "The Last Jedi," and Anthony Daniels will reprise his role at C-3PO. Naomi Ackie and ...
Steven Zaillian developing anthrax attacks film 'Mirage Man'
Veteran filmmaker Steven Zaillian and 20th Century Fox are developing a movie about the deadly 2001 anthrax attacks . According to Deadline, Fox has acquired feature rights to "The Mirage Man: Bruce Ivins The Anthrax Attacks, And America's Rush To War", the 2011 book by Pulitzer winning journalist David William about the hunt for the anthrax killer who terrorised America in the days that followed the 9/11 attacks. The anthrax attacks began on September 18, 2001, a week after the 9/11 attacks, with letters sent surreptitiously from a mailbox in New Jersey to media and political figures in New York, Florida, and Washington D C. Exposure to anthrax killed five people and infecting 17 others. Authorities first focused on bio-weapons expert Steven Hatfill, who was eventually exonerated. Bruce Edwards Ivins, a scientist who worked at the government's biodefense labs, became a suspect in 2005 and committed suicide by overdosing on acetaminophen in 2008. The book focuses on the faulty ...
Disney developing African princess fairytale movie 'Sade'
Disney is developing a live-action fairytale film centered on an African princess. Titled "Sade", the film will be produced by "Dope" director Rick Famuyiwa. According to Deadline, the studio bought a pitch from Ola Shokunbi and Lindsey Reed Palmer, who will co-write the screenplay about a young African girl named Sade whose kingdom is threatened by a mysterious evil force and accepts her newly discovered magical powers to protect her people, with the help of the kingdom's prince. A director has yet to be named. Tendo Nagenda and Zoe Kent are overseeing the project for the studio.
Piece of Trump's Hollywood Walk of Fame star hits eBay
A piece of US President Donald Trump's Hollywood Walk of Fame star is on sale on e-commerce website eBay.
Bollywood celebs wish 'spunky' Huma Qureshi on birthday
A slew of Bollywood celebrities like Bhumi Pednekar, Arshad Warsi and Rakul Preet Singh have wished actress Huma Qureshi on her 32nd birthday on Saturday.
Netflix renews 'Altered Carbon' for season 2 with Anthony Mackie in lead role
Streaming giant Netflix has renewed sci-fi drama "Altered Carbon" for a second season with "Captain America" star Anthony Mackie taking over the leading role of Takeshi Kovacs from Joel Kinnaman. The series is based on the science fiction novels written by Richard K. Morgan. The change up in the show's main character is not unexpected given that it takes place In a futuristic world where the human mind has been digitised and a person can transfer their consciousness from one body to the next. In addition, Laeta Kalogridis will return as showrunner and executive producer, with Alison Schapker joining the series as co-showrunner and executive producer. A season two episode count or return date have not yet been determined.
Why not a musical on Lata's immortal songs, a la magic Of ABBA? (Column: Bollywood Spotlight)
So I say, thank you for the music, the songs I'm singing; Thanks for all the joy they're bringing. My growing-up years were made so much less difficult by the spellbinding magic of the Swedish pop group ABBA. Every song they sang, every note that spilled out of the quartet's ambit, was pure nectar.
Nicole Kidman lands film, TV rights to 'Big Little Lies' author's next book
Hollywood star Nicole Kidman's Blossom Films and Bruna Papandrea's Made Up Stories have bought the film and television rights to "Nine Perfect Strangers," the upcoming novel from "Big Little Lies" author Liane Moriarty. According to Variety, Kidman will star in the project and also executive produce it along with Per Saari for Blossom Films, while Papandrea will executive produce with Steve Hutensky for her banner. Moriarty will also serve as executive producer. At this stage, the companies have not announced whether they are eyeing a feature film, television movie or limited series adaptation. Kidman, Saari and Papandrea served in the same capacity on the seven-episode HBO adaptation of "Big Little Lies," which won eight Emmys in the limited series categories. The network subsequently ordered a second season, which is currently in production and will premiere in 2019.
Sonam 'can't wait' for dad's Fanney Khan
The much-anticipated musical comedy 'Fanney Khan' has been creating a buzz ever since it was officially announced.And the latest one to fall for this buzz is none other than fashionista Sonam Kapoor. The 'Neerja' actor 'can't wait' to watch her father, Bollywood star Anil Kapoor, in the awaited musical drama.The 33-year-old star took to her Instagram where she posted the movie's poster, writing, "This movie is going to pull a lot of heartstrings! Can't wait!?"'Fanney Khan' is a one of its kind musical comedy, revolving around a father who wishes to fulfill his daughter's dream of becoming a singer.Helmed by Atul Manjrekar, the film stars Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Rajkummar Rao in lead roles.It is slated to hit the screens on August 3.