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Vishal Bhardwaj On Gauri Lankesh Murder, ADHM Controversy and More
At Express Adda, filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj spoke about freedom of expression in the current times, the controversies that Bollywood films like Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, Udta Punjab and others have been embroiled in and much more. The Haider filmmaker also spoke about journalist Gauri Lankesh’s murder in a conversation with Deputy Editor Seema Chishti.
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Sushmita Sen Celebrates Daughter's Day
Sushmita Sen celebrated Daughter's Day with a 101-year young grandma. The former Miss Universe took to Instagram to share a heartwarming video where she’s seen chatting with the grandmother and seeking her blessings. Watch:
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Kiara Advani Shares An Adorable Post For Bride-to-be Isha Ambani
Kiara Advani shared a collage of childhood photographs with her long-time buddy, Isha Ambani who recently got engaged to Anand Piramal in a three-day party held in scenic Lake Como, Italy.
“There are some special people who are a part of your life and you grow up with. My oldest friend, still as caring, as humble and as amazing as you were when we first met! My to be bridey, Ishu never ever let the child in you grow up,” she wrote on Instagram.
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Here's What Sanjay Dutt Told Alia Bhatt On Being Directed By Mahesh Bhatt
Mahesh Bhatt is all set to direct his daughter, Alia Bhatt in Sadak 2, along with Sanjay Dutt, Pooja Bhatt and Aditya Roy Kapur. And Sanjay Dutt has already warned Alia that this might be her most emotional journey, to be directed by her father, Mahesh Bhatt for Sadak 2.
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Shilpa Shetty Faces Racism At Sydney Airport
Actress-entrepreneur Shilpa Shetty Kundra on Sunday alleged that she faced an unpleasant experience for being "brown" at the Sydney airport over her cabin luggage.
Upset by an official who was curt, she says people's tone must not change with preference to colour.
Shilpa, who dealt with racism in 2007 when she was a contestant on the fifth season of the British reality show Celebrity Big Brother - which she went on to win - faced the latest experience while boarding a plane for Melbourne from Sydney.
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First Look: Aamir Khan as Firangi in ‘Thugs of Hindostan’
Here’s Aamir Khan’s look as ‘Firangi’, which reminds us of a desi Captain Jack Sparrow (played by Johnny Depp in Pirates of the Caribbean) in his first look from the ambitious Thugs of Hindostan.
Priyanka Chopra Chills in Italy With Her Mother and Brother
Priyanka Chopra attended Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal’s engagement ceremony in Lake Como, Italy with fiance Nick Jonas. The actor then decided to spend some quality time with her mother and brother in a sunny yellow dress. Take a look:
Sonam Kapoor Turns Heads at Milan Fashion Week As She Arrives With Anand Ahuja
Actor and fashionista Sonam Kapoor stunned in a simple black-and-grey ensemble at the Milan Fashion Week. The Bollywood celebrity arrived with Anand Ahuja, after attending Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal’s engagement in Lake Como, Italy. Read the story here.
'Thugs of Hindostan' Trailer To Release on This Date
The much-awaited trailer of Thugs of Hindostan starring cast with Aamir Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Katrina Kaif and Fatima Sana Shaikh is releasing on 27 September. Directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya, the film is being compared to Johnny Depp’s Pirates of the Caribbean by many on social media. Watch this space for more. Here are the first looks of all the actors in the film.
Gear up for a Sparring Match Again With Second Trailer of Pataakha
Starring Dangal’s Sanya Malhotra and television actor Radhika Madan, two sisters who can’t stand the sight of one another, Bhardwaj intends to employ their relationship as a metaphor for India and Pakistan’s relationship in Pataakha. Now the second trailer has been released and it picks up from where the first one left off. Watch the trailer here.
AIB Produces First Film with ‘Chintu Ka Birthday’
AIB has announced its first film Chintu Ka Birthday, which would be premiering at the Jio MAMI Film Festival this year. It’s been directed by Satyanshu and Devanshu SIngh.
Gautam Rode Confirms Return to Tv With 'Kaal Bhairav...'
Actor Gautam Rode is returning to the small screen after taking a break for two years. He says the second season of the show "Kaal Bhairav Rahasya" sounded even more exciting than its first season.
"There are some projects which you just can't say no to, and 'Kaal Bhairav...' is one such show. The first season of the show had done well, but for me, the second season sounded even more exciting," Gautam said in a statement, according to IANS.
Westlife to Reunite After 6 Years
Irish pop band Westlife is reuniting for the first time since its last performance in 2012.
According to the Irish Sun, the members of the band have plan to reunite under label Universal Music Group.
A source close to the band has said the reunion will not include former member Brian McFadden as he moved out of the band in 2004.
The band has other members like Shane Filan, Markus Feehily, Nicky Byrne and Kian Egan, reports IANS.
Is This Why Bharti Singh & Haarsh Haven’t Entered Bigg Boss House?
Comedian Bharti Singh and husband Haarsh Limbachiyaa are reportedly down with dengue and undergoing treatment. According to media reports, the couple is under treatment at the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai, where they were admitted on Sunday, 23 September. They had been under observation and undergoing medical tests since the last few days. Read more here.
‘Kasautii Zindagii Kay’ New Teaser: SRK Introduces Prerna-Anurag
Ekta Kapoor is synonymous with many telly soaps. The producer has brought Shah Rukh Khan on board to launch her reboot of Kasautii Zindagii Kay, a tale of star-crossed lovers, Prerna and Anurag. Remember Komolika?
Ekta is banking on your nostalgia with the added plus of Shah Rukh narrating the series. She shared a new promo for the show on Instagram, saying “ Launching big...On tv ...too much promotion...! Never usually pans out...leads to over expectations! But with grit n hard work of a whole team n without expecting n predicting the outcome we hope ppl accept #kasautiizindagiikay ! From tom 8 pm @starplus #mugshot #loveJAI MATA DI”.
"Simtaangaran": The First Song From Vijay's 'Sarkar' Is Out
A song from Tamil actor Vijay’s upcoming film Sarkar has been released. "Simtaangaran” is a fun folk number composed by AR Rahman.
Prasoon Joshi-Led CBFC Suggests New Initiatives
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), chaired by Prasoon Joshi, has suggested new initiatives such as to invite the heads and members of Hindi and regional film associations, and a communication campaign for educating audience segments about the various categories that film content is certified under.
A CBFC board meeting was held here last week under Prasoon's guidance.
Initiatives for the film industry include a first-of-its-kind step to invite the heads and members of the Hindi and regional film associations like those from the Indian Motion Pictures Producers' Association, Indian Film and Television Producers Council and South Indian Film Chamber of Commerce to work mutually towards a more efficient and responsible certification process, reports IANS.
Shraddha Kapoor Starts Shooting for Saina Nehwal Biopic
Shraddha Kapoor has started shooting for the Saina Nehwal biopic from 22 September. The film will be helmed by Amole Gupte and produced by Bhushan Kumar.
#MeToo Happened in India Several Years Ago: Tanushree Dutta
The year 2017 became synonymous with the #MeToo movement that marked the decline of disgraced media moghul, Harvey Weinstein. Many other exposes followed in Hollywood from Kevin Spacey to Oliver Stone. The movement didn’t gain momentum in Bollywood despite actors like Radhika Apte vociferously supporting the movement.
The former Miss India Universe and Aashiq Banaya Apne actor, Tanushree Dutta opened up to News18 about how, much before #MeToo struck Hollywood, she was probably one of the first people in the history of B-Town to speak up about her own experience. Read more here.
Meet Neil Nitin Mukesh and Rukmini Sahay's daughter, Nurvi
Actor Neil Nitin Mukesh and his wife Rukmini welcomed their first child on 20 September. They have named their daughter Nurvi. The actor shared a glimpse of the little one on social media. Read more here.
Britney Spears Settles Child Support Row
Singer Britney Spears and her former husband Kevin Federline have settled their dispute over child support payments.
The "Toxic" singer, who had been in dispute with her ex for several months as he wanted the amount of child support increased from $20,000 a month to $25,000, agreed to increase her monthly payments by "thousands more", reports dailymail.co.uk.
'Mere Pyare Prime Minister' Gets a Release Date
Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's Mere Pyare Prime Minister will hit the screens on 14 December. Revolving around a mother-son relationship, it stars Anjali Patil.
No, Ajay Devgn Did Not Share Kajol’s WhatsApp Number on Twitter
Ajay Devgn sure knows how to grab attention. After sending half the country into a tizzy by sharing wife and actor Kajol’s WhatsApp number on Twitter, the actor admitted it was his idea of a prank. Read more here.
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