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Tamil Actor Kovai Senthil Passes Away
Well-known character artiste and comedian Kovai Senthil, known for his roles in Tamil films like Padayappa, En Rathathin Rathame, Avasara Police 100, etc passed away in Coimbatore on Sunday. Due to deteriorating health, the actor was admitted at a private hospital in Vadavalli, Coimbatore where he breathed his last. He was 74.
Kovai Senthil has appeared in supporting roles in many Tamil films. The actor was seen in CS Amudhan’s 2010 spoof film Tamizh Padam, playing the role of Nattamai (village head).
The director shared his memory of the scene on Twitter writing that Kovai Senthil had completed the shot in one take.
Anthony Bourdain Wins Six Emmys Posthumously
Three months after his death in June, Anthony Bourdain was honored with six Emmy awards at this year’s Creative Arts Emmys for his show Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown.
The show took home trophies for best informational series or special, writing for non-fiction program, picture editing for a non-fiction program, sound editing for a non-fiction program and sound mixing for a non-fiction program. Bourdain personally won two of the Emmys, for writing and informational series or special.
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Dilip Kumar in ICU, Doing Fine
Legendary actor Dilip Kumar, who was admitted to a hospital here due to chest infection, has shown "lots of improvement" and is currently doing fine.
The actor was diagnosed with mild pneumonia, his wife Saira Banu said Thursday. The 95-year-old actor was admitted to Lilavati hospital in suburban Bandra on Wednesday.
"He is in ICU but is fine now. There has been a lot of improvement in his health. Doctors are doing the check up and the treatment is on too. He is normal and we are very much happy with the progress," Ajay Kumar Pande, Vice President of Lilavati Hospital told PTI.
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Rajkummar Rao and Nushrat Bharucha to star in Hansal Mehta's 'Turram Khan'
Rajkummar Rao and Nushrat Bharucha will star in Turram Khan, a social-comedy directed by Hansal Mehta. The story is set in a small town of Uttar Pradesh. Turram Khan will be produced by Ajay Devgn, Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg. The film starts production in Nov 2018. Rajkummar and Nushrat will be seen together 9 years after Love Sex Aur Dhokha.
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Alfonso Cuaron Wins Golden Lion at Venice Film Fest
Filmmaker Alfonso Cuaron took home the Golden Lion for "Roma" at the 75th Venice Film Festival.
The prize was given to him by jury president and friend Guillermo del Toro here on Saturday, reports IANS.
"Roma" is a semi-autobiographical black-and-white film on Cuaron's early upbringing in 1970s Mexico City, seen through the eyes of his housekeeper Cleo. While Netflix has not yet committed to a theatrical release before it hits the streamer, this prize will certainly put weight behind an Oscar campaign for the film, reports The Hollywood Reporter.
Denise Richards Marries Aaron Phypers
Actors Denise Richards and Aaron Phypers have got married.
The wedding took place Saturday in Malibu, with the couple's closest family and friends in attendance, reports People magazine.
In its next season, "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" will include footage of the wedding, some of which Bravo TV released on Saturday, reports IANS.
'Stree' Inches Towards Rs 100 Crore
Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor’s horror-comedy Stree is going great guns at the box office. The film, directed by Amar Kaushik, has raked in Rs 82.29 crore in two weeks, and has been declared a “super hit”. Read more here.
'Jalebi' Trailer Release
The trailer of Jalebi, starring Rhea Chakraborty, debutant Varun Mitra and Digangana Suryavanshi, has just been released. Directed by Pushpdeep Bhardwaj, the film is touted to be a love story that begins after the “happily ever after”. It is all set to hit the screens on 12 October. Read more here.
Shahid Kapoor to Team up With Shree Narayan Singh for a Hard Hitting Film
Director Shree Narayan Singh, who is awaiting the release of "Batti Gul Meter Chalu", will soon start working on a hard-hitting subject with Shahid Kapoor.
He is also planning to make a biopic on the 'Father of the White Revolution' in India, Dr Verghese Kurien.
During the filming of "Batti Gul Meter Chalu" Singh had narrated an idea to his leading man Shahid and the two have decided to work again on a film, reports PTI.
When Tanmay Bhat Asked Ranveer Singh ‘Shaadi Kab Hai’?
It’s not just us but anyone who meets Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone, has a burning question to pose - “Shaadi Kab Hai” . When are the wedding bells ringing? Tanmay Bhat is perhaps one of the few people who can get away with it. While Deepika reprimanded a reporter for being insensitive when she was struck with the inquiry at a mental health event organised by FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO) in New Delhi, Bhat, the comedian asked Ranveer about the ‘impending’ matrimony during a late night Instagram live session on 9 September. His response will make you ROFL. Watch it here.
Rashmika Mandanna Reportedly Breaks off Engagement with Rakshit Shetty
According to a report by a daily, the Kannada actor Rashmika Mandanna who recently starred opposite Vijay Deverakonda in the Telugu film, Geetha Govindam has broken off her engagement with Rakshit Shetty due to compatibility issues.
A source close to the actor said, "Rashmika made the decision after consulting with her parents, family elders and friends. It was a tough decision to make, but she is showing a lot of character in overcoming this personal and emotional setback."
‘Fryday’ Trailer: Govinda and Varun Sharma Unite for Comic Caper
Govinda is coming back to the cinema halls with comedy caper, Fryday, directed by Abhishek Dogra. The film also stars Fukrey actor, Varun Sharma.
The trailer involves Govinda insulting his brother-in-law, played by Varun, in his usual comic style that he is best known for. And Varun, who has made audiences laugh in his previous outings, matches Govinda’s comic timing, beat by beat. Check out the trailer here.
Bharti Singh & Haarsh Reveal Their Special Plans for Bigg Boss 12
Bigg Boss 12 was launched in Goa by Salman Khan, recently. This year the theme is jodis or real life couples. The writer Haarsh Limbachiyaa and stand-up comedian Bharti Singh were confirmed as the first jodi to enter the house. With Singh being one of the inmates, it’s going to be a riot. She and her husband were earlier a part of Colors’ Khatron Ke Khiladi. She spoke about how since she doesn’t get enough time with her busy spouse, she is thrilled to be a part of the show with him. Read the story here.
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