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Second Look of ‘Petta’ Reveals Rajinikanth’s Rustic Look
Sun Pictures on Thursday, 4 October revealed the second look of Rajinikanth’s Petta. Donning an all-white attire with the handlebar moustache, the star is seen smiling and basking in the orange glow of the sun in the background.
The film’s motion poster was released almost a month ago and the second one only amps up the excitement for the fans. Read more here.
The Vamps Excited to Return to India After 2 Years
Britain-based boy band The Vamps is set to return to India after a gap of two years for a week-long stay. The four-member band is looking forward to showcase their new music at two shows.
The band, which performed at 2016's Global Citizen Festival, will arrive here on October 23. They will perform in Pune and Mumbai on October 25 and October 27 respectively, reports IANS.
Sharing their excitement, members of the band said in a statement: "We're really looking forward to performing in India. Our last visit was unforgettable and we had a great time. We cannot wait to be back to play two amazing shows and showcase new music to our incredible fans."
James McVey (lead guitarist and vocalist), Brad Simpson (lead vocals and guitar), Connor Ball (bass guitar and vocals) and Tristan Evans (drums and vocals) form the quartet.
NSD Appoints Ebrahim Alkazi Chair, Selects Artist-In-Residence
The National School of Drama (NSD) has appointed senior theatre practitioner Mohan Maharishi as its Ebrahim Alkazi Chair, and invited thespian B. Jayashree for its three-month artist-in-residence program, a statement released on Thursday said.
Named after former NSD Director Ebrahim Alkazi, the Chair was given to Maharishi by a committee constituted by the theatre institution.
He will hold office for one year from the day of his acceptance, and will be paid Rs 1 lakh per month as honorarium, reports IANS.
Family and Friends Gather for Krishna Raj Kapoor’s Chautha
Krishna Raj Kapoor, the wife of legendary actor and filmmaker Raj Kapoor, breathed her last on 1 October, in Mumbai. Family and friends are gathering for the chautha of the 87-year-old. See more pictures here.
NTR Biopic to Release in Two Parts
The much-awaited NTR biopic would be releasing in two parts. Starring Nandamuri Balakrishna as NTR, Vidya Balan as his wife and Rana Daggubati as Chandrababu Naidu, the first part of the film titled Kathanayakudu will release on 9 Jan 2019. The second part Mahanayakudu would be releasing on 24 January 2019.
TV Show to Tell Kalam's Life Story Ahead of His 87th Birth Anniversary
A week before late President A.P.J. Abdul Kalams 87th birth anniversary, which falls on October 15, National Geographic will delve deep into the life history of the icon to decipher the story behind his success, with the ongoing "Mega Icons" series.
In the October 8 episode of the series, rare facets of Kalam's life will be played out.
It will narrate some significant events of India's Missile Man's life and will give a scientific breakdown of how these events turned him into a giant the nation reveres. Out of these, how he looked at failures and handled them, is something to be inspired from, said a statement from the channel, reports IANS.
Sonali Bendre’s Emotional Message for ‘India’s Best Dramebaaz’
Sonali Bendre has sent an emotional video message to the team of the reality TV show India’s Best Dramebaaz before their big finale. The actor who is currently undergoing treatment for cancer in New York send a heartfelt note to her team and the children who are participating on the show. Sonali was one of the judges on the talent search based reality show which airs on Zee TV. Huma Qureshi stepped in for Sonali after she was diagnosed with cancer and had to leave the show abruptly.
CINTAA’s Sushant Singh On Tanushree; Process of Filing a Complaint
After Tanushree Dutta accused Nana Patekar of sexual harassment, CINTAA (Cine & TV Artists’ Association) took its time before releasing their statement in the matter. The association’s general secretary, Sushant Singh spoke to The Indian Express about why it took them some time to understand what happened in 2008, and also explained the process the film body adopts when a complaint in a sexual harassment case is filed.
Speaking about Tanushree’s statement that CINTAA gave no support to her, “We went back to our old records; thankfully, every case is documented. We realised that while CINTAA got the producers to settle the monetary damages Tanushree suffered, her chief complaint of sexual harassment had been overlooked and the case had been closed,” said Sushant. Read more here.
'Sanju', 'Newton' Nominated at Australian Academy Awards
Indian films "Sanju", "Newton" and "Gali Guleiyan" have been nominated for the Best Asian Film Award at the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA).
The Bollywood movies will be in contention with South Korea's "1987 When The Day Comes", "The Bold, The Corrupt And The Beautiful" from Taiwan, China's "Dying To Survive" and "Youth", Japanese film "Shoplifters" and "Tombiruo" from Malaysia, reports IANS.
Jon Favreau Reveals Title and Plot for Star Wars TV Series
The Jungle Book director Jon Favreau, who has been signed on to write a live-action Star Wars series for Disney, revealed the plot of the TV series and the title, The Mandalorian. Read more here
Ayushmann Is Best Actor, Says Brother Aparshakti
Actor Aparshakti Khurana says his brother Ayushmann is the best actor.
Aparshakti is blown away with Ayushmann's performance in his latest release "Andhadhun".
"This guy next to me is not only the best brother in the world, but also the best actor... Bhaiya I am totally blown away with your performance," Aparshakti tweeted along with a photograph in which he features with the "Vicky Donor" actor.
Tom Hardy Admits He Was a 'Bog-Standard Alcoholic'
Actor Tom Hardy, who does not consume alcohol, revealed he was addicted to booze and cocaine until his mid-20s and went to rehab in 2003.
While appearing at the "Good Morning Britain's" show, the father of two admitted his past struggles helped him tap into the troubled psyche of his character in the new horror film "Venom", in which he plays an investigative journalist whose body is invaded by an alien, dailymail.co.uk reported.
(With IANS inputs)
Priyanka Chopra Turns Tech Investor
Priyanka Chopra is excited to embark on a new "chapter" as an investor in tech start-up Holberton School, a coding education company, as well as in dating and social media app Bumble.
This is also an effort on her part to help change the tech industry's gender disparity.
"A new chapter for me! I am so excited to partner with Bumble and Holberton School as an investor. I'm honoured to join two companies that strive to expand gender diversity in the tech space, and make a social impact for the greater good... let's do this," Priyanka tweeted on Thursday.
Parineeti Chopra and Arjun Kapoor Groove To 'Proper Patola'
The makers of Namaste England have released the video for Proper Patola, a remix of Diljit Dosanjh’s popular track for Arjun Kapoor and Parineeti Chopra’s upcoming film. Check it out:
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