Feb 152018
 

The teaser of Irrfan Khan’s upcoming film, Blackmail, is out

Irrfan Khan

The teaser of Irrfan Khan’s upcoming film, Blackmail, is out. Khan, who plays the lead in Abhinav Deo’s directorial venture, is heard narrating the teaser, and explaining why he is seen running down a street in boxers, with a paper bag on his head.

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Feb 142018
 

Actor-turned-politician Kamal Haasan says he won’t act in films anymore because he wants to focus on politics and work towards the betterment of the people of Tamil Nadu

Kamal Haasan

Actor-turned-politician Kamal Haasan says he won’t act in films anymore because he wants to focus on politics and work towards the betterment of the people of Tamil Nadu.

“Except for the two films that are coming out, there will be no more films for me (sic),” declared Haasan in an interview at Harvard University. Asked if he would stick to politics even if he loses the election, and Haasan said, “I will have to do something for an honest living. But I don’t think I am going to lose.”

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Feb 112018
 

Topping list of fastest growing stars in Bollywood, Alia Bhatt credits her offbeat movie choices for audiences’ love; Taapsee Pannu comes second

Alia Bhatt

From selecting movies that steer clear of the run-of-the-mill to making their voice heard on social media, Alia Bhatt, Anushka Sharma and Taapsee Pannu are writing their own rules in an industry that is believed to be a tough place, more so for women. Not surprising then that the trio emerged the ‘fastest growing female stars’ in an annual research conducted by Ormax, a company acknowledged as pioneers of film research in India. The study saw a star’s ascent being determined on the basis of three parameters – their films released last year, their upcoming slate of projects and their growth on social media.

Taapsee Pannu

Thrilled about topping the list, Bhatt says that her passion for films is what prompts her to explore complex characters on screen. “My characters are what I will leave behind in life. My goal is to make memorable movies and create unforgettable characters,” she says.

Anushka Sharma

Point out how her popularity on the Internet too plays a role in her bagging the top spot and she says that when it comes to her social media accounts, she is “just a regular girl having fun”. “I am more active on Instagram and it is filled with pictures of my cat. I give them [her followers] a glimpse of my life. But I also try to make sure that if I am saying things, it should serve some purpose. I want to have a distinct voice of my own.”

Pannu ranks second on the list courtesy a commercial success in Judwaa 2 last year. Her ‘call a spade a spade’ attitude too resonates with her fans. Stating that such acceptance from the audience gives a boost to an outsider like her, she says, “[It’s encouraging] for someone like me who did not know anyone in the film industry, had no multi-film deals with studios or any godfather to fall back on. Wherever I am today is because of my audience and that’s what pushes me to do better.”

Even before rumours of her liking for ‘Brahmastra’ co-star Ranbir Kapoor manage to gather steam, it appears that Alia Bhatt has found love elsewhere.

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Feb 092018
 

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan was admitted to the Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai this evening for a routine check up, a source close to the actor said

Amitabh Bachchan

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan was admitted to the Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai this evening for a routine check up, a source close to the actor said. “Bachchan has been admitted to the hospital for a routine check up. There is nothing serious. He is fine and it is just a normal check up,” the source said.

Bachchan, 75, is likely to undergo endoscopy before being discharged from the hospital, the source said. There were reports that the actor is suffering from a gastrointestinal problem and was complaining of neck and spine pain, but there was no official word on this. The actor will be seen next in “102 Not Out”, also starring Rishi Kapoor.

The teaser of the film, directed by Umesh Shukla, was released today on Twitter. The film is set to release in May.

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Jan 312018
 

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley will present the 2018 union budget, where the Government is expected to try to woo rural voters and small businesses as the country heads to a season of elections

Kajol
Kajol

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley will present the 2018 union budget, where the Government is expected to try to woo rural voters and small businesses as the country heads to a season of elections. The entertainment industry too has some expectations from the budget, as they want the high taxes gone from the industry and want it to be ‘tax free’. Expressing her thoughts on the budget as an actor, actress Kajol said, ‘I ideally want the entertainment industry to be completely tax-free. But since that is not going to happen, I will leave this upto the government to do as they see best.’

Bollywood actress Richa Chadha also supports the ‘tax free’ comment and says that she is worried about the country’s economy going down. ‘As an actor, I want to say that as of now the entertainment tax is too high. People like me pay 33 percent tax and 15 percent GST, so I want something in return too. Amenities like Education, Electricity, Water and Health should be free. We can’t really be free till the time, we don’t give these basic amenities to everyone in that nation.’

She also said that such high taxes in the industry is killing cinema and it needs to be modified. Meanwhile, ace choreographer Terrence Lewis says that making entertainment industry ‘tax-free’ is not the right choice. ‘Entertainment industry is not a social service. We are doing for our own personal agenda. So, yes, taxes can be reduced but not fully diminished.’ This will be the last full-fledged budget of the Narendra Modi-led government and the first post the rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST).

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Jan 252018
 

Mumbai gives Rajasthan freedom of expression goals with peaceful screenings of Padmaavat; viewers back Bhansali’s vivid storytelling skills, are baffled by the controversy

Deepika Padukone
Deepika Padukone

A CENSOR Board clearance and two Supreme Court verdicts in its favour, yet Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Padmaavat continued to face the wrath of fringe groups a day into its release. Although multiplexes in four states – Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Goa – refused to screen the film amidst the ongoing tension, Mumbai viewers turned up in abundance to support the Deepika Padukone, Shahid Kapoor and Ranveer Singh starrer.

Having witnessed Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s spectacle at paid previews held yesterday and early shows this morning, cinephiles have one message for protesting outfits — watch it before you speak!

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Viewers who caught the first-day-first-show of Padmaavat this morning, exit R City Mall, in Ghatkopar. Pic/Sameer Markande

Mumbaikars attending the 8 am show at Ghatkopar’s R City Mall appeared baffled by the controversy. Parveen Ali Khan tells mid-day, “Films should be treated like films. I did not see anything in the movie that should offend anyone. The Rajputs are shown in good light.”

The controversial self-immolation scene (jauhar), too, did not seem to have been portrayed offensively, said another cine-goer, Sachin Benbanshi. “The jauhar scene only showed the sacrifice made by Rani Padmini. I don’t see a reason for controversy.”

Reiterating what Bhansali’s supporters have said ever since the outcry erupted in December 2017, college student Noor Khan, who watched the movie with friends, said, “People who caused controversy should watch the movie first. They will realise there is nothing in it that’s worth protesting over.

Having watched the film, I think the uproar caused isn’t justified.” The notion was backed by other moviegoers, including Khairun Shaikh and Vipin Tiwari. “I don’t want to comment on the controversy, but the movie was good. There is nothing offensive about any scene in the film,” says Shaikh.

Another city resident, Deepak Mishra, however, opines that had Bhansali merely portrayed historical facts instead of “showcasing a love angle at the beginning”, he could have avoided controversy.

While citizens suggested that the furor had little merit, Padmaavat attracted a fair share of criticism too. At 164-minutes, engineer Pratishtha Ram, a self-proclaimed cinephile, found the film “awfully slow”. “It’s overrated. It is visually gorgeous, but awfully slow. I found myself fidgeting with my phone throughout the first half. When the drama finally ensued, it was half-baked.”

Researcher Reshma Kadam appears to give words to our fears when she says, “Padmaavat will be a victim of its hype.” Having already grabbed eyeballs owing to the controversy, the film may find itself grappling to live up to expectations, she says. “The drama outside the theatre is more than that on screen.”

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Jan 062018
 

The actor is enjoying being a housewife. Forty-five-year-old Cameron Diaz, who was last seen on screen in 2014 film Annie, is said to have decided to take a step back from her career since marrying Madden in 2015

Cameron Diaz
Cameron Diaz

The actor is enjoying being a housewife. Forty-five-year-old Cameron Diaz, who was last seen on screen in 2014 film Annie, is said to have decided to take a step back from her career since marrying Madden in 2015.

“Cameron hasn’t wanted to work. She is enjoying being at home and a housewife,” a source informed. “She would love more than anything to be a mom. At this point, they would be happy with the miracle of one child. They aren’t thinking past the first one. They would love to have the chance to be parents,” the source added.

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Jan 062018
 

Mira Kapoor

Shah Rukh Khan often speaks about the pressure that star kids feel when subjected to paparazzi. Yesterday, Shahid Kapoor’s wife, Mira Kapoor expressed her discomfort when her daughter, Misha, was clicked when they went to a garden. Soon after the photos of Misha’s playtime went viral, Mira posted on Instagram, “Guys please be kind. Let kids enjoy their childhood and leave the photographing to the parents.”

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Dec 312017
 

Opportunity knocks, but once! Evicted in week 1 on disciplinary grounds, Priyank Sharma got the golden chance to enter the Bigg Boss 11 house as a Wild Card contestant

Priyank Sharma
Priyank Sharma

Opportunity knocks, but once! Evicted in week 1 on disciplinary grounds, Priyank Sharma got the golden chance to enter the Bigg Boss 11 house as a Wild Card contestant. After weeks of being safe from persistent nomination, this week Priyank found himself in the bottom 2 against Luv Tyagi. As the votes came pouring in, Salman Khan revealed that Priyank’s time in the ‘Bigg Boss 11’ house is, indeed, up!

Priyank started his ‘Bigg Boss’ journey as part of the celebrity clan, but found himself evicted in Week 1 itself. Upon re-entry in the house, Priyank caused a massive stir by speaking about the various on-goings of the outside world. After multiple warnings from Salman Khan himself, Priyank decided to focus on his own game and formed an alliance with Hina Khan and Luv Tyagi. Staying true to his friendship with now-evicted contestant Hiten Tejwani, Priyank sacrificed his hair and went bald in order to save Hiten from eviction nomination. As a sanchalak, Priyank played a fair game and ensured that all gharwale follow the rules laid down by Bigg Boss. He also showed off his dance skills as he choreographed a number on Akash’s rap song – Yeh Hai Bigg Boss! Given the rollercoaster ride of emotions within the house, the friendship between Vikas and Priyank saw many ups and downs, until the two, finally buried the hatchet and renewed their friendship.

On his second eviction, Priyank said, “My experience in Bigg Boss was simply amazing. This is a life lesson that one cannot find anywhere else. I learnt a lot, made a few mistakes and did a few good things – so it has been a rollercoaster ride. I’ve become a better version of myself after this show.”

Priyank Sharma hails from New Delhi and has previously been part of numerous reality TV shows. He hopes to continue in the field of entertainment and wants to try out acting in fiction shows and focus on dancing as well.

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Dec 302017
 

Yesterday, a snapshot of Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor and son Taimur, who are holidaying in Gstaad, Switzerland, went viral

Sushant Singh Rajput

Rumoured couple Sushant Singh Rajput and Kriti Sanon are throwing caution to the wind. The two are holidaying in Switzerland with pals, including filmmaker Dinesh Vijan. The actors have been sharing pictures from their vacation on Instagram. They will be ushering in 2018 on the Alps.

Saif Ali Khan

Yesterday, a snapshot of Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor and son Taimur, who are holidaying in Gstaad, Switzerland, went viral. Taimur seems to be enjoying the winter on a snow sledge. 

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