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Michael Jackson's legacy will continue to live on: Janet Jackson
Janet Jackson may have maintained silence on the controversial "Leaving Neverland" documentary, which focuses on sex abuse allegations against Michael Jackson, but the singer believes her brother's legacy will continue through his music. In the HBO documentary, Wade Robson and James Safechuck alleged that Jackson groomed and molested them during their childhood. In an interview with The Sunday Times Magazine, Janet did not comment on the allegations but said, "It (legacy) will continue. I love it when I see kids emulating him, when adults still listen to his music. It just lets you know the impact that my family has had on the world." Jackson died on June 25, 2009 at the age of 50 following an overdose of the powerful anesthetic Propofol. His family members, including nephew Taj Jackson, have supported him over the child sexual abuse allegations. The legendary pop singer's brothers, Marlon and Jackie, claimed that "Leaving Neverland" documentary did not present any evidence to prove ..
Blac Chyna's former friend alleges she robbed him of his 'big break'
Black Chyna's former friend Andre Xcellence claimed that the reality star robbed him of his big break as an openly gay rapper.The artist told Page Six that the duo was planning to make music, but that Chyna ghosted him after he spent a lot of money putting the project together."I was gay. We were friends for a couple of years. I have a recording studio. She came in for some sessions with her team and we became fast friends. She knew my music and was a big supporter," he told Page Six.He claimed that Chyna approached him about kick-starting a music career after the Kardashian family 'blacklisted' her."I was there the day that the Kardashians sent her a 'frenemy' cake to her house. She was so upset and talking about how mean they were to her and I believed it. I believed her and all of her nonsense," he added.The artist recorded 'What Would Yo Momma Say' with Chyna and was scheduled to shoot a music video."She came up with the treatment and idea. She wrote herself into the concept. I ...
'TV producer' held for cheating aspiring TV/movie artistes
A woman masquerading as a television producer has been arrested for allegedly cheating people of huge sums of money with the promise of making them TV and movie artistes, police said. Y Sreelatha, claiming to the producer of a leading Telugu television network, created a fake Facebook account in July 2018 and promised TV and movie aspirants roles in serials and films after collecting money from them, they said. Acting on a complaint from two men from the city, who had paid her Rs 50,000 and Rs six lakh respectively, police conducted a probe and nabbed her from Bengaluru Friday. She was brought here on Sunday, police said.
Tom Petty, Tupac Shakur 's Soundgarden sue Universal Music
American rapper Tupac Shakur and singer Tom Petty's Soundgarden are listed among many who have sued Universal Music Group for materials lost during the 2008 fire which broke out at Universal Studios.According to Fox News, in the suit filed this week in Los Angeles' federal district court, the artistes claimed that the Universal failed to protect the music records which were ruined in the fire. Also, they were not informed about the magnitude of damage that was done, revealed The New York Times.Besides Petty and Shakur's and few other small records, the fire also destroyed music by Ella Fitzgerald and Chuck Berry. The plaintiffs, who comprise of Steve Earle and the band Hole, are expecting compensatory damages in excess of $100 million.Universal has not made any comments on the matter till now.
Meryl Streep receives heartfelt birthday wishes from 'Big Little Lies' co-stars
Actor Meryl Streep, who turned 70 on Saturday (June 22), was showered with love and wishes on her special day.The three-time Oscar winner received sweet wishes from Reese Witherspoon and Laura Dern, two of her co-stars on HBO's popular show 'Big Little Lies'.Streep joined the cast for season two, which began earlier this month, playing Nicole Kidman's character Celeste's mother-in-law Mary Louise, who is not a fan of Witherspoon's character Madeline.Of course, in real life, it's nothing but love between the two women."Happy Birthday, Meryl. Sending so much birthday love to this talented creature! What a privilege and an honour to work with you on @biglittlelies," Witherspoon wrote, alongside a beautiful throwback photo of Streep.Witherspoon also posted on her Instagram Story videos of her, Kidman and other co-stars such as Zoe Kravitz (Bonnie) and Adam Scott (Madeline's husband Ed) wishing Streep a happy birthday and naming their favourite films starring the actor, which included ...
Hugh Jackman surprises fans by serving coffee, giving autographs
We all get star-struck when we get a chance to meet our favourite actors. But imagine being served a hot cup of coffee by your favourite star, wouldn't that just light up your day?Actor Hugh Jackman surprised fans in Chicago by serving them coffee. The 50-year-old actor-singer is busy travelling around the U.S for his live performance tour of 'The Man. The Music. The Show' and stopped by Chicago where he found time to sell coffee and give autographs to excited fans, reported Entertainment Weekly.Jackman shared a couple of photos on his Instagram account on Friday that showed him offering cups of coffee from the inside of a black truck with the logo Laughing Man, which is part of his foundation 'Laughing Man Coffee Company' that he co-founded with David Steingard."Big love to CHICAGO!! Thanks so much for turning out and spreading the @laughingmancafe love!" he captioned the post.The actor's Laughing Man Coffee has a storefront in New York, which was visited by his friend and actor Ryan
Man arrested from sets of Daniel Craig-starrer 'Bond 25'
A man has been arrested from Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire, England, where upcoming movie 'Bond 25' is being filmed, after a hidden camera was found in the women's toilet.The 49-year-old year man was subsequently charged with voyeurism, a spokesperson for Thames Valley Police told CNN. He was arrested on Friday (local time).The James Bond film is likely to be actor Daniel Craig's last in the lead role.On Thursday, Prince Charles visited the sets of the film, meeting Craig as well as Naomie Harris and Ralph Fiennes, who portray the role of Moneypenny and M respectively."You haven't had any more things blowing up recently?" Charles reportedly asked a set worker.Earlier this month, a controlled explosion during filming injured one crew member and damaged the exterior of the 007 movie stage.The news came weeks after Craig injured his ankle ligaments while shooting in Jamaica, with the filming being cancelled for a week as he underwent surgery.This is not the first time that Craig, ..
Man rapes woman by blackmailing her with video clip; held
A 34-year-old man was arrested Sunday for allegedly raping a 22-year-old woman in Chhattisgarh over a year by blackmailing her with a video clip, police said. The accused Ravi Kannauje, a native of Puraina village in Chhuikhadan area, is a distant relative of the victim, a nursing student, said Ambagarh Chowki police station officer Narendra Pujari. The officer said Kannauje, who is married, had visited the woman at her house last year, where he secretly filmed her while bathing. He then started blackmailing the woman with the video recording and raped her several times in the last one year, Pujari said, adding that the accused also shot obscene videos of the victim. Recently when the woman resisted his bid, the accused allegedly circulated her videos on social media following which she lodged an FIR on Friday, the SHO said. Kannauje is booked under various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) including 376 (Punishment for rape), he said.
Here's when Ed Sheeran's 'Beautiful People' will be out
After dropping the quirky music video of 'Cross Me', Ed Sheeran is all set to drop another track 'Beautiful People' from his upcoming album 'No. 6 Collaborations Project' on Friday.The 'Perfect' singer also informed that the track will feature American singer Khalid."The next song from my new record comes out Friday, and it's great, just like @thegr8khalid who features on it. Hope you enjoy it as much as I do," Sheeran wrote on Instagram.'Beautiful People' comes as Sheeran's third release from his upcoming album after 'Cross Me' and 'I Don't Care'.'Cross Me' features Chance The Rapper and PnB Rock. The three-minute-thirty four-second song is both a visual and audio treat with peppy beats, swift dance moves, and animations.The music video was helmed by Ryan Staake and choreographed by Erin Murray.Featuring Sheeran and Justin Beiber, the music video of 'I Don't care' is a quirky one with the duo donning varied avatars. Bieber is seen dancing in a shimmery black cowboy suit, a cutesy ...
Tom Holland reveals another 'Avengers: Endgame' spoiler on 'Graham Norton Show'
Whoever first decided to tell actor Tom Holland all the big Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) secrets is probably regretting the decision now.The 'Spider-Man: Far From Home' actor is well known for revealing massive spoilers on social media and in interviews and it seems like his spoiler streak isn't over yet!Holland appeared on the recent episode of 'The Graham Norton Show' and revealed yet another spoiler related to 'Avengers: Endgame', speaking about one of the major deaths from the superhero flick."The film is a direct continuation of 'Avengers: Endgame.' So we deal with the ramifications of the blip, of the death of Tony Stark. Sorry if anyone hasn't seen the film! If you haven't, then you're living under a rock, to be honest," Holland said while discussing the upcoming 'Spider-Man' sequel and revealing a major spoiler: Tony Stark's (Robert Downey Jr.) death at the end of the film.This specific spoiler is one that most of the people already know as 'Avengers: Endgame' premiered in .
24th edition of European Union film festival to showcase Europe's cinematic landscape
The 24th edition of European Union film festival (EUFF) will engage Indian cinemagoers in the continent's dynamic and engaging cinematic landscape. With films from 23 European countries, the festival will be organised in the national capital from Jun 28 as the EUFF's nine cities tour which starts from Chennai on Monday. Tomasz Kozlowski, the Ambassador of the EU to India, said in a statement that being the world's largest producer of films, India provides "the perfect location to exhibit European cinematic talent, as both regions share a rich cinema-going culture". In Delhi, the festival will open with 2016 film "King of the Belgians", which is mockumentary road movie, at the India Habitat Centre here. "This year's festival brings to you an array of films exploring themes of self-discovery, dreams of a better future, nostalgia for the past, and human endurance in the face of psychological and situational barriers - universal themes cinemagoers everywhere can identify with," ...
New Raj era TV show to inform youth about British colonialism
British Indian filmmaker Gurinder Chadha said she hopes her new Raj era television show about an East India Company officer, which hits TV screens in the UK on Sunday, will help inform Britain's youth about the history of Britain's colonial past. 'Beecham House', a six-part television series for the ITV channel, is filmed in Jaipur and set on the cusp of the 19th century during the British colonial era. It tells the story of former soldier John Beecham who arrives in India with the hope of settling down with his family in a mansion he has bought in Delhi. "A lot of young people don't even know that Britain had an empire because the British empire is not taught in schools and perhaps one of the reasons it's not taught is actually it's quite an uncomfortable period in British history, said Chadha, the co-creator, writer and director of the new series. "'Beecham House' is a passion project that is driven by my commitment to telling diverse, emotionally engaging stories for mainstream ...
'Top Gun: Maverick" has similar vibe to first one, but takes story in different direction: Jon Hamm
Actor Jon Hamm has revealed that the upcoming sequel of "Top Gun" maintains the vibe of the 1986 original but takes the story in a "different direction". Hamm, who has joined original stars-- Tom Cruise, Val Kilmer and Miles Teller -- in the much-anticipated movie, said audience will surely enjoy the film. "I can't really tease much about my role. Doing this film has been a very strange experience, but it's been a wonderful experience as well. "It will have a very similar vibe to the first one. For people who loved the first movie it's going to be very interesting to watch. It very much takes the story in a different direction. But I think for the new fans it's gonna be something very cool, too," Hamm told Daily Star. The 48-year-old actor also shared that "Top Gun: Maverick" is being shot in "mind-blowing" 6K definition, which will leave the audience stunned. "The aerial footage is mind-blowing. And it's mostly practical - there's not a lot of CGI (computer generated). Those goes ...
Sonakshi Sinha is now 'Baby Bedi' on Twitter
Seems like Sonakshi Sinha is in love with her character from upcoming film 'Khandaani Shafakhana' as the actor has changed her Twitter profile name to 'Baby Bedi', her onscreen name for the movie.Sonakshi Sinha is essaying the role of a feisty girl named 'Baby Bedi' who takes over the family's 'Sex Clinic' and confronts society on the topic of sex and related disorders.The 'Dabangg' actor also changed her profile picture on Sunday.Sonakshi perfectly nails the look of her character - a girl who breaks stereotypes like a boss. Her character is dressed in traditional attire with neatly tied hair and is holding a magnifying glass close to her one of her eyes.The trailer, which was released on Friday, is a humorous take on sex and the social taboo around sexual disorders.The film also stars singer-rapper Badshah, Varun Sharma and Annu Kapoor in the pivotal roles.The poster of the film features Sonakshi at the forefront. Beside her, many men are seen standing with their faces hidden with ...
Writing comedy no funny business: Farhad Samji
When Sajid-Farhad were struggling in Bollywood as lyricists, the brothers would visit producers and present their songs, using a tub as a tabla. They called themselves "tub ne bana di jodi." More than a decade later, the duo are the names behind the biggest comedy hits of recent times and Farhad Samji says writing humour, just like their success, isn't a cakewalk. Farhad belongs to a business family from Bengaluru and used to run a restaurant in the city, before he moved to Mumbai to give Bollywood a try. The writer recalls how his supportive family -- they booked three rooms for nine people in a city hotel when the brothers came to struggle -- would always laugh at their 'comical songs', which boosted their confidence. "I had keen interest in music, singing and lyric writing. We were avid first-day first-show Govinda film fans and used to compose music as well as write lyrics. "With that attitude, confidence and arrogance, I came to struggle. We visited studio to studio, called up ..
Meenakshi Lekhi pens debut novel, to release on July 8
BJP MP Meenakshi Lekhi has written her debut novel, which talks of undercurrents of Delhi's political landscape and attempts to lay bare what is influencing the course of the nation's political trajectory. The New Delhi Conspiracy, co-authored with Krishna Kumar and published by HarperCollins India, is slated for release on July 8. According to the publishers, the book, which is set amid the current sociopolitical context, has an unusual storyline, full of intrigue and adventure that shifts from Hong Kong to Delhi. Speaking about her book, Lekhi says, This is my first foray into writing fiction and I'm very excited about it. Fiction is a format that reaches a much wider readership, and with my busy work schedule, collaboration was the natural direction to take for the book. I'm happy that, with Krishna as my co-author, it has truly shaped up the way that I wanted it to. Lekhi, a Lok Sabha member from Delhi and a Supreme Court lawyer, says she's a little restive to see how her book is .
Nadigar Sangam elections underway in Mylapore
The long-awaited polling for the 'Nadigar Sangam' or the South Indian Artistes' Association kicked off on Sunday in Mylapore.In these artistes' association elections, Vishal Krishna-led Pandavar Ani, is contesting against K Bhagyaraj-led Swami Sankaradas Ani.Voting is being held at the Miracle Block of St.Ebbas Higher Secondary School."I thank the honourable court for their fair judgment which made these elections possible. You know, it is not possible for me to make every member happy," said Vishal Krishna, current General Secretary of the 'Nadigar Sangam' who is fighting for re-election.Launching an attack on his rivals, he said, "This is the election between money power and integrity.""Many of the members have not received their postal ballots. We have lodged a complaint with the officials," he added.Vishal is contesting against Ishri Ganesh, who was his close confidant but joined rival Sankaradas Ani ahead of elections."Due to delay in elections, we feel that the polling will be .
Anupam Kher credits 'Barjatya Family' for his Bollywood career
It seems that the Barjatya family holds a special place in veteran actor Anupam Kher's life. As he completes 35 years in Bollywood, the actor is all praises for the family and his latest Instagram post is proof!Anupam, who made his debut with 'Saaransh' in 1984 under the banner of Rajshri productions, lauded and thanked filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya for making his career.He posted a series of pictures with the Barjatya's with a delightful caption."God made people and then he made The Barjatya Family. I admire how all of them are so wonderful, kind, considerate, cultured and giving. Thank you Rajshri Films for not only giving me my career but also giving me Life Lessons in Goodness and Kindness. Missed Raj Babu's physical presence though."He also mentioned about the four films he made with Sooraj in his post- Hum Apke Hain Kaun, Vivaah, Saaransh, and Prem Ratan Dhan Payo.The 64-year old made his debut in 'Saaransh' which released in 1984. Till date, the actor has dedicated 35 worthy years .
It can get tricky: Kriti Sanon on switching from real-life to reel-life
Kriti Sanon believes acting is a tricky profession as one has to "switch on and off" from their real-to-reel emotions every now and then. The actor, who is looking forward to "Arjun Patiala", says a performer maybe going through tough times in their life, but when in front of the camera their real emotions should not reflect on-screen. "As actors, we can have tension and stress in our life too and when you work on a film like this ('Arjun Patiala') you have to switch off from it completely and turn into a person who is having fun and is cracking jokes. It can get tricky. While filming for 'Luka Chuppi' I was a little messed up in my personal life but I had to get my comic timing right. It is important to switch on and off as an actor," Kriti told PTI. "You can't translate your real emotions on screen as that will stay forever and you can let any part of your personal life mess that up. It is tricky to be in this profession because we have to put Kriti, the person aside and focus on ...
Disney's 'Hercules' to get stage musical adaptation
"Hercules" will soon make it to the stage in form a musical created by New York City's Public Theater in a special arrangement with Disney Theatrical Productions. In the title role, the musical will feature actor Jelani Alladin, who voiced the character in Disney's 1997 animated classic. According to People magazine, "Hercules" will begin performances on August 31 at the Delacorte Theater in New York City's Central Park, and run through September 8. The cast also includes Krysta Rodriguez (as Megara); Tamika Lawrence, Ramona Keller, Rema Webb, Thalia, and Terpischore. Actor James Monroe Iglehart, who won a Tony for playing the Genie in "Aladdin" will essay the role of Hercules' trainer, satyr Phil (voiced by Danny DeVito in the film). Alan Menken and David Zippel's songs from the film will all be part of the musical along with some new tracks. "Hercules" will include a new book by Kristoffer Diaz, choreography by Be More Chill choreographer Chase Brock, and direction by Lear ...
