Nikolaj Coster-Waldau fan of DeNiro, Pacino
Los Angeles, Jan 13 (IANS) “Game of Thrones” actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, global brand ambassador of the male grooming brand L’oreal Paris Men Expert, says his idea of a perfect film actor is a mix-up of…
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Wahlberg refused to work with Plummer until he was paid $1 mn
Los Angeles, Jan 12 (IANS) Actor Mark Wahlberg refused to approve the casting of Christopher Plummer as a replacement for disgraced actor Kevin Spacey in “All the Money in the World” until he was paid…
Gerard Butler’s ‘Den of Thieves’ to release in India in February
New Delhi, Jan 12 (IANS) Gerard Butler’s “Den of Thieves” will make its way to theatres in India on February 2. “Den Of Theives”, also starring 50 Cent (given name Curtis Jackson), is being brought…
It’s a turning point: ‘Annabelle’ director on sexual misconduct scandals
By Sugandha Rawal New Delhi, Jan 12 (IANS) Filmmaker John R. Leonetti feels the clamour around sexual harassment in showbiz is a turning point in Hollywood, and a reflection of how men have looked at…
Bob Odenkirk to star in ‘Nobody’
Los Angeles, Jan 1 Jan 12 (IANS) “Better Call Saul” star Bob Odenkirk is on board to produce and star in the action thriller “Nobody”. Derek Kolstad, who wrote “John Wick”, will be writing the…
James Franco’s novel describes how he approaches women
Los Angeles, Jan 12 (IANS) Actor James Franco’s novel “Actors Anonymous”, which he penned in 2013, has resurfaced in news amid allegations of sexual misbehaviour against him. Passages from Franco’s novel, describing how the actor-director…
Show hosts skewer Trump over comment on African nations
Los Angeles, Jan 12 (IANS) Hosts of various American “Late Night” shows including Jimmy Kimmel and Seth Meyers slammed US President Donald Trump for calling African nations “s**thole countries” during their showtime. While they slammed…
Anupam congratulates ‘The Big Sick’ team
Mumbai, Jan 12 (IANS) Veteran actor Anupam Kher has congratulated the entire cast and crew of his film “The Big Sick”, which bagged the Best Comedy film at the Critics Choice Award. “Congratulations to the…
John Fogerty blasts Henson’s film for using his song
Los Angeles, Jan 12 (IANS) Rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival’s co-founder John Fogerty has blasted actress Taraji P. Hensons new film “Proud Mary” for using his song without his consent. Fogerty, who wrote the 1969…
Mary J. Blige gets star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Los Angeles, Jan 12 (IANS) American singer-songwriter Mary J. Blige has been honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the recording category. The ceremony will take place next week at 6201…
‘Paddington 2’ an over-cute pain (Movie Review: Rating **)
By Subhash K Jha Film: ‘Paddington 2’; Director: Paul King; Starring: Hugh Grant, Hugh Bonnerville, Sally Hawkins, Brendan Gleeson; Rating: ** “Paddington” in 2014 was so treacly it was like eating too much Christmas pudding….
Mission Impossible? The odyssey to become and stay Alec Baldwin (Book Review)
By Vikas Datta Title: Nevertheless: A Memoir; Author: Alec Bladwin; Publisher: Harper/Harper Collins Publishers: Pages: 288 Price: Rs 599 Unforgettable actors are renowned for the sheer variety of roles in their onscreen careers, though their…
Jolie dating Cambodian rapper-filmmaker
Los Angeles, Jan 12 (IANS) Actress Angelina Jolie is reportedly dating Cambodian lyricist and filmmaker PraCh Ly, nearly a year and a half after announcing her separation from her husband of two years, actor Brad…
The Shins release sober version of ‘Dead Alive ?
Los Angeles, Jan 12 (IANS) American indie rock band The Shins have released “Dead Alive (Flipped)”, a more sober and serious take on the original version. It is also the latest track from their forthcoming…
BAFTA nods to ‘Paddington 2’ gratifying: Actor
New Delhi, Jan 12 (IANS) Actor Sanjeev Bhaskar says it is gratifying to see “Paddington 2” getting nominated in the three categories for British Academy Film Awards 2018. “Paddington 2” has earned nomination in categories…
Natalie Portman may play astronaut in film
Los Angeles, Jan 12 (IANS) Actress Natalie Portman is reportedly in negotiations to replace Reese Witherspoon as the lead in “Pale Blue Dot”, about a successful female astronaut. Fox Searchlight will now look to find…
‘Downsizing’ is worse than bad, it’s bland (Review)
By Subhash K. Jha Film: “Downsizing”; Director: Alexander Payne; Cast: Matt Damon, Hong Chau and Christopher Waltz; Rating: ** It is heartbreaking to see so much earnestness being squandered away in inertia. “Downsizing” is a…
Camila’s records make Elton John smile
Los Angeles, Jan 11 (IANS) Vetrean singer Elton John says he likes American-Cuban singer-songwriter Camila Cabello’s music and that has made the singer “super ecstatic”. He said so in an episode of “Beats 1”, reports…
We’ve created beautiful life together: Jessica to husband
Los Angeles, Jan 11 (IANS) Actress Jessica Alba wrote a loving tribute to her husband Cash Warren on his birthday. The actress, 36, shared a series of 10 photos on Instagram in a gallery dedicated…
Ricky Martin now married to Jwan Yosef
Los Angeles, Jan 11 (IANS) Singer Ricky Martin has married his partner Jwan Yosef but a formal celebration is yet to take place. “I’m a husband, but we’re doing a heavy party in a couple…