1. Kashyap Issues Statement on Vikas Bahl and Phantom Controversy
Anurag Kashyap has come out with a statement on Twitter clarifying his actions and feelings on the matter, claiming that the Huffington Post article didn’t include specific details. In the two page statement, Anurag has said that he took a strong stand early in the matter, adding that it was he who broke the news anonymously last year to a major newspaper. He claims that his hands were tied by the fact that the victim refused to lodge a legal complaint with Phantom, and that the studio’s contract barred him from ousting a partner such as Vikas Bahl over misconduct.
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2. Can Tell When Addiction Becomes Sickness: Kangana on Vikas Bahl
Queen actor Kangana Ranaut has alleged filmmaker Vikas Bahl made her feel uncomfortable on several occasions, after a woman employee at Phantom Films reiterated her allegations of molestation against the film director.
“(I) Totally believe her, even though Vikas was married back in 2014 when we were filming ‘Queen’, he bragged about having casual sex with a new partner every other day. I don’t judge people and their marriages but you can tell when addiction becomes sickness.”
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3. Will Smith Does the Bhangra, Promises Bollywood Dance Number
Hollywood star Will Smith showed some bhangra moves as he spoke about having a Bollywood dance sequence on his bucket list, while also opening up on his childhood, struggle as an artiste, dealing with failure and setting the goal for himself to be the best movie star in the world.
Smith, an Academy Award nominee and Grammy Award winner who has had a diverse career across films, television and records, was in conversation with Bollywood actor-singer-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar at the 16th Hindustan Times Leadership Summit here on Saturday.
Farhan taught Smith some bhangra moves, which the Independence Day actor proudly showed off to the audience at the summit.
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4. They Have Offered Me Crores: Tanushree Denies Bigg Boss Rumours
Ever since Tanushree Dutta came out (again) with allegations of sexual harassment against actor Nana Patekar, there have been rumours flying around that the whole thing is a publicity stunt, particularly for her entering the Bigg Boss house. In fact, even before the current season of Bigg Boss started, Tanushree was one of the rumoured participants.
Well, Tanushree has finally spoken out and rubbished the thought of her appearing on Bigg Boss anytime soon.
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5. ‘Uri’ Most Physically Demanding Film of My Career: Vicky Kaushal
Actor Vicky Kaushal, who is gearing up for the release of his forthcoming film Urihas said that it was the most physically demanding film for him until now.
Vicky was interacting with the media at Elle Beauty Awards 2018 where he won the "Breakthrough Star Award" on Saturday.
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