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Emraan Hashmi's 'Cheat Day' goes on floors
Bollywood star Emraan Hashmi kick-started the shooting of his upcoming thriller 'Cheat Day' in Lucknow on Wednesday.Taking to Twitter, film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh wrote," #CheatIndia begins filming in Lucknow today [25 July 2018]... Stars Emraan Hashmi... Directed by Soumik Sen... Produced by Bhushan Kumar, Tanuj Garg, Atul Kasbekar and Emraan Hashmi... 25 Jan 2019 release... #RepublicDayWeekend..."The movie is inspired by the crimes in the Indian education system, which has created a parallel ecosystem infested with a mafia of sorts.Helmed by 'Gulaab Gang' director Soumik Sen, this is the second flick from Hashmi's production house.The movie will hit the theatres worldwide on January 25, 2019.
Pooja Kumar wants to explore Hindi cinema more
Indo-American actress Pooja Kumar, who plays a pivotal role in Kamal Hassan-starrer "Vishwaroop 2", says the changing image of women in Indian cinema is quite exciting for artistes like her and so, she wishes to explore more Hindi films.
Shooting for 'Cheat India' begins in Lucknow
The shooting for the film "Cheat India", based on education scams in India, has commenced here and will release on January 25.
Gary Oldman to star in 'Woman in the Window' (Lead, correcting earlier story)
Actor Gary Oldman will star opposite actress Amy Adams in the psychological thriller "The Woman in the Window", directed by Joe Wright.
Gary Oldman on-board 'The Woman in the Window' cast
Gary Oldman has joined the cast of "The Woman in the Window" with Amy Adams in the lead. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the 60-year-old actor will play the father of the mysterious family who moves across the street from where Adams' character lives. "The Woman in the Window" is the story of a child psychologist with agoraphobia (Adams). She witnesses a shocking crime involving her new neighbours, but no one believes her. The movie reunites Oldman with director Joe Wright, who earlier collaborated on "Darkest Hour". In March, the actor received his first Best Actor Oscar for his critically-acclaimed performance as former UK Prime Minister Winston Churchill in the World War II drama. Julianne Moore is also part of the cast. The film is an adaptation of AJ Finn's book of the same name. Tracy Letts has adapted the script and, Scott Rudin and Eli Bush will produce the project.
Shweta Tripathi helps Amyra with wedding look for 'Trip 2'
Actress Shweta Tripathi helped her "Trip 2" co-star Amyra Dastur for her wedding look for the web-series.
Gary Oldman to star opposite Amy Adams' 'Woman in the Window'
Actress Gary Oldman will star opposite Amy Adams in the psychological thriller "The Woman in the Window", directed by Joe Wright.
Anupam Kher to play a neurosurgeon in 'New Amsterdam'
Veteran actor Anupam Kher, who has started acting in the medical drama "New Amsterdam", will be seen playing a neurosurgeon in it.
Emma Thompson joins 'Men in Black' spin-off
Emma Thompson is returning as the chief of the "Men in Black" organisation in the series reboot. While the plot and character details are largely being kept secret, it is confirmed that the 59-year-old actor will reprise her role of Agent O in the film. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the new film is set to begin production this month in London. The film, to be directed by F Gary Gray, will feature Chris Hemsworth and Tessa Thompson in the lead. Hemsworth and Thompson, who reunite after starring in "Thor: Ragnarok", are not playing the alien-fighting and world-saving characters portrayed by Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones in the initial film trilogy. Other cast members include, Liam Neeson, Liam Hemsworth, Rafe Spall, Kumail Nanjiani and street-dancing duo Les Twins aka Laurent Nicolas Bourgeois and Larry Nicolas Bourgeois. Walter F Parkes and Laurie MacDonald, who produced the original movies, return as producers, while Steven Spielberg is coming back to executive produce. The ...
Priyanka Chopra prays for Demi Lovato's recovery
Indian actress Priyanka Chopra is praying for the speedy recovery of singer Demi Lovato, who was rushed to a hospital after suffering a suspected drug overdose.
Demi Lovato hospitalised after possible overdose, now 'awake'
Demi Lovato was rushed to the hospital for a suspected drug overdose and the singer is now "awake", her representative has confirmed. The news comes after the 25-year-old artiste, who has struggled with substance abuse for years, revealed last month that she had relapsed just months after celebrating six years of sobriety. According to law enforcement officials, the Los Angeles Police Department responded to a medical emergency at the 8000 block of Laurel View Drive in the Hollywood Hills, where Lovato's home is located, before noon. Law enforcement sources told TMZ, which was first to report the news, that Lovato, who was found unconscious, was treated with Narcan - a medication designed to rapidly reverse opioid overdose - at her home before being transported to a local hospital. A source close to Lovato denies heroin was the cause of the overdose, as initially reported by TMZ. A representative for the singer said that she is now conscious and her family is by her side, who thank ...
Can't wait to be at TIFF for 'Manto': Nandita Das
Filmmaker Nandita Das is excited that her upcoming directorial "Manto" will be screened at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), where she last went with her directorial debut "Firaaq" a decade ago.
India more familiar with concept of singers than bands: SANAM band
In India, there's more emphasis on vocalists and people are not very aware about the concept of bands, say members of independent four-piece music band SANAM.
Ekta Kapoor's 'Laila Majnu' gets new release date
Ekta Kapoor's upcoming venture with Imtiaz Ali, 'Laila Majnu' which was slated to release on August 24, will now hit the big screens on September 7 this year.The news was shared by film critic and trade analyst, Taran Adarsh, he tweeted, "New release date... #LailaMajnu, which was slated for release on 24 Aug 2018, will now release on 7 Sept 2018... Imtiaz Ali and Ekta Kapoor have also decided to launch the trailer later [was supposed to launch tomorrow]... Directed by Sajid Ali..."He also shared a fresh poster with the new release date in which lead actors Avinash Tiwary and Tripti Dimri, look happy in love as they pose holding each other, with the backdrop of a hailstorm.A classic folklore, the story is based on two lovers facing the challenges of the society of their times.The film which is a modern take on the legendary love story is written and directed by Sajid Ali.
Cheryl has 'always' enjoyed acting
Singer Cheryl, who has bagged a cameo role in a film, has "always" enjoyed acting.
I love reinventing myself: Maniesh Paul
Actor-anchor Maniesh Paul, who likes to wear stylish clothes and shoes, says he loves to reinvent himself.
Nora Fatehi to play Latino character in 'Bharat'
Actress Nora Fatehi will play a Latino character in Salman Khan-starrer "Bharat".
Demi Lovato hospitalised following drug overdose
Singer-cum-actress Demi Lovato was hospitalised after she allegedly overdosed on Heroin.The 'Sober' singer was found unconscious at her home in Hollywood Hills, after which she was rushed to the hospital.Lovato's aunt Kemi Dunn took to social media to write that the singer is "awake and responsive," reports TMZ.Last month, the singer released a new single called 'Sober' to confirm that she was not sober anymore.In the video, Lovato laments and sings, "Momma, I'm so sorry, I'm not sober anymore. Daddy, please forgive me for the spilled drinks on the floor. The ones who never left me, we've been down this road before. I'm so sorry; I'm not sober anymore,"In March, the 'Sorry Not Sorry' singer celebrated six years of sobriety.Lovato has been struggling with substance abuse for years andgave fans a sneak peek into her life when she talked about her struggles with addiction in the documentary- 'Simply Complicated' .On a related note, the American singer's upcoming concert in Atlantic City .
Story of 'Karwaan' close to my heart, says director
Akarsh Khurana, director of the forthcoming film "Karwaan" featuring National Award-winning Irrfan Khan, says he wrote the story four years ago and it is very close to his heart.
Bengal has talent to come on top in entertainment industry: Mamata
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday said the state has the talent pool to emerge as the topper in the entertainment industry despite financial constraints for publicity and marketing.