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‘Kasautii Zindagi Kay’ Statues of Love in 10 Cities Across India
As Ekta Kapoor’s long awaited Kasautii Zindagi Kay reboot is gearing up for its premiere, the makers are pulling no stops in promoting the show. In a first of sorts, 23-ft statues of the lead characters have been unveiled all across India. The so called Statue of Love depicts the iconic image of Anurag and Prerna engulfed in her red dupatta.
'Badhaai Ho' Trailer Release
The trailer of Ayushmann Khurrana and Sanya Malhotra’s Badhaai Ho is all set to release today. Directed by Amit Ravindernath Sharma, the film is touted to be a coming-of-age love story. It hits the screens on 19 October. Read more here.
Will Start Shooting With Hrithik From October: Tiger Shroff
Actor Tiger Shroff, who was last seen onscreen in 'Baaghi 2' says he will start shooting for Yash Raj Films' untitled film along with Hrithik Roshan from October next month.
Tiger Shroff was interacting with media at the launch of clothing brand 'Prowl' on Monday in Mumbai, reports IANS.
Tiger Shroff is collaborating with Hrithik Roshan in the untitled project for the first time. "I am huge fan of Hrithik sir. We have time for the release of the film. It will be released on October 2 next year," said Shroff.
Viacom 18 to Launch Kannada Movie Channel
To expand the horizon of movie-watching experience on television and bring back memories of some of the iconic Kannada films, Viacom 18 network is gearing up to launch a 24-hour Kannada movie channel.
The channel COLORS Kannada Cinema will be launched on September 24.
Making the announcement, Sudhanshu Vats, Group CEO, Viacom18 said in a statement, COLORS Kannada Cinema is an important addition and a first in genre expansion in the regional space, reports IANS.
Vivek Agnihotri Forced to Delete Abusive Tweet Against Swara Bhasker
Vivek Agnihotri was forced to take down an abusive tweet against actor Swara Bhasker on Monday after microblogging site Twitter locked the filmmaker’s account for violating its rules.
Bhasker had slammed Kerala MLA PC George for making objectionable remarks against the nun demanding the arrest of a bishop who allegedly raped her.
“Absolutely shameful and disgusting!!!! Scum present across political spectrums and religious divides in India. Literally nauseating!” the actor tweeted with respect to George’s statement, reports PTI.
Sonakshi Sinha Confirms 'Dabangg 3'
Sonakshi Sinha has confirmed that the shoot of Dabangg 3 will begin next year. The actor made her Bollywood debut against Salman Khan in the hugely successful Dabangg eight years back.
Radhika Madan Looking Forward to Her Debut at Tiff
Actress Radhika Madan is excited to take her film "Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota" to the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
"Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota" been selected for the World Premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2018.
"Being a newcomer, I'm really excited to be part of such a prestigious film festival in Toronto. It would be a great experience to see your film being screened at the global level and also receiving the feedback from the audience," Radhika said in a statement to IANS.
Great Films on India Being Made Only by Foreigners: Anupam Kher
Veteran Bollywood actor Anupam Kher wonders why great films on India are being made only by foreigners.
In Toronto for the premiere of Australian director Anthony Maras' debut feature film "Hotel Mumbai" based on the September 2008 terror attacks, Kher said: "This is fascinating that the film 'Gandhi' was also made by a foreigner. Now this ('Hotel Mumbai') film has also been made by a foreigner. Thank you, Anthony, for making this movie. This film is a tribute to everybody who has lost a dear one anywhere in the world."
Reports IANS, without naming the person, Kher said: "Somebody had made a film on it (Mumbai terror attacks), but it was atrocious. That person wanted to cash in on the tragedy."
‘Badhaai Ho’ Trailer: Ayushmann-Sanya-Neena Promise a Fun Caper
The trailer of Ayushmann Khurrana and Sanya Malhotra’s Badhaai Ho is out. Directed by Amit Ravindernath Sharma, the film seems to be a fun story around a late pregnancy.
Read more here.
Fight With Cardi B Was 'Mortifying and Humiliating', Says Nicki Minaj
Singer-rapper Nicki Minaj has opened up about her fight with Cardi B at a Fashion Week event in New York City on Friday, calling it "mortifying and humiliating".
Speaking on Beats 1's Queen Radio, Minaj also addressed the claim that she had made disparaging remarks about Cardi's newborn daughter.
"It's all lies. I would never ridicule anyone's child. (It's) so sad for someone to pin that on somebody... I would never talk about anyone's child or parenting... These lies are ridiculous," she said, reports PTI.
Carrie Underwood to Receive Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Carrie Underwood is set to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce announced Monday that the seven-time Grammy Award-winning singer will be honoured with the accolade on September 20.
The ceremony will be taking place at 1750 North Vine Street in front of Capitol Records at 11:30 am, reports PTI.
Hollywood Film on 26/11 Attacks Criticised for Not Naming Pakistan
Hotel Mumbai, an Australian film based on the Mumbai terror attacks of 26 November, starring an international cast including Dev Patel, Armie Hammer and Anupam Kher, is facing harsh criticism from the Indian media after its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. Read more here.
Ranbir, Alia and Janhvi are ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai 2’ dream cast: KJo
Filmmaker Karan Johar says if he ever makes "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai 2", he would cast actors Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Janhvi Kapoor in it.
Read more here.
Atif Aslam croons ‘Tere Liye’ from ‘Namaste England’
The first song from Namaste England, ‘Tere Liye’ has just been released. The song is sung by Atif Aslam & Akanksha Bhandari and the music is composed by Mannan Shaah. The song is a love ballad that shows us Arjun and Parineeti’s romantic journey through the story.
Read more here.
Tiger Shroff Spills the Beans on ‘Baaghi 3’ & The Hrithik Film
Tiger Shroff, who was last seen onscreen in Baaghi 2 says he will start shooting for Yash Raj Films' untitled film along with Hrithik Roshan from October next month. Tiger Shroff is collaborating with Hrithik Roshan in the untitled project for the first time. “I am huge fan of Hrithik sir. We have time for the release of the film. It will be released on October 2 next year,” said Shroff. Read the story here.
Imran Khan Gets Into Direction
"Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na" actor Imran Khan has donned the director's hat for the first time for a short film titled "Mission Mars: Keep Walking India".
"Mission Mars: Keep Walking India" is part of Johnnie Walker The Journey campaign. Imran has written the film, which is produced by Dharma 2.0 (a venture by Dharma Productions), reports IANS.
"It has been an enriching experience writing and directing this tribute to India's commitment to progress, and for this to be backed by Johnnie Walker - The Journey and Dharma 2.0 made it even more special," Imran said in a statement.
Shweta Bachchan-Nanda Set To Launch Debut Novel ‘Paradise Towers’
Shweta Bachchan-Nanda, who also started her own clothing label, MxS recently and Amitabh Bachchan’s daughter is set to unveil her debut novel - Paradise Towers- a slice-of-life tale set in an apartment building in Mumbai. The book explores the intertwined lives in this building – a forbidden romance, an elopement, the undercurrents of tension in corridor interactions and an explosive Diwali celebration. HarperCollins India has acquired the Indian subcontinent rights for the novel. Read the story here.
Vikas Bahl & I Are Not on Talking Terms: Anurag Kashyap
When filmmaker and co-founder Vikas Bahl was accused of molestation by a female employee (which he denied) in Phantom Films last year, Anurag Kashyap allegedly had a fallout with him. Known to be best of friends, the two have not been speaking since the past 17 months, as revealed by Kashyap to Pinkvilla. Read the story here.
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