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Will Smith makes fun of Oscars slapgate in new video
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The Hollywood actor made global headlines last year after storming on stage at the star-studded award ceremony and slapping Chris Rock over a joke made about his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith, reports Mirror.co.uk. Will has since resigned from the Academy and has been banned from attending for 10 years. But now it seems the 'Men in Black' star is trying to see the lighter side.
Rani Mukerji: In Yash uncle's films, women had an equal or better part than men
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Rani said: "From my childhood, my memory of my favourite films was directed by the one and only Yash Chopra... His name was synonymous with romance. Women wearing white, chiffon sarees, snow-covered mountains, stunning locales, beautifully framed shots, breathtakingly beautiful close-ups of actresses, insanely romantic scenes, and outstanding music and dances!"
Season 3 of 'Aashiqana' comes along with the challenges of a 'new-born' twist
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Yash and Chikki, who got married in the second season are shown to be separated in the third one and there is a new twist - an entry of a new-born baby which raises many questions about were it came from. Yash and Chikki will get surrounded by several new problems. Sharing details about the third season, Zayn explained: "With a baby entering Yash and Chikki's life, the drama is going to be threefold. This definitely will affect their relationship and make it more complex.
Helen Mirren compares former Israeli PM Golda Meir to Queen Elizabeth I
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The Oscar-winning actress takes on the role of the former Israeli Prime Minister in 'Golda' and compared the politician's 'maternal' instinct to that of the Tudor monarch, who she played in the 2005 TV miniseries 'Elizabeth I', reports aceshowbiz.com. "(Golda) was extraordinarily brave and her commitment to Israel was total. It was a bit like playing Elizabeth.
Ranveer Singh discusses 'Air', VFX of the film with Ben Affleck
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The 'Dil Dhadakane Do' star also spoke to Pakistani female education activist Malala Yousafzai. Giving insight into Ranveer's interaction, a source said: "Being a movie star, Ranveer's conversation with actors present at the game were about films. With Ben Affleck it was about the trailer of his upcoming film 'Air' and VFXA in general, with Vin Diesel he spoke about.
Robin Wright is waiting to join 'Wonder Woman' prequel series: 'Maybe I'm too old!'
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When James Gunn and Peter Safran unveiled the new DC Universe slate in January, the lineup included a 'Wonder Woman' prequel series titled 'Paradise Lost' that is set for HBO Max. Not much about the series is known other than it's a 'Game of Thrones'-ish story set on the island of Themyscira before the birth of Diana (aka Wonder Woman). I loved playing an Amazon.
Javed Akhtar's comments in Pakistan compared to surgical strikes
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Akhtar was last week welcomed with thunderous applause at the 7th Faiz Festival in Lahore. Apart from his love for great Pakistani poet Faiz Ahmad Faiz, Akhtar (78) spoke largely about language, both English and mother tongue - be t Hindi, Urdu or a regional one - and the need to give the same respect to all of them.
Pia Bajpiee recalls how she continued shooting for 'Lost' when her brother passed away
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Pia Bajpiee said: "I feel blessed to receive such a kind of love and praise from the audience. This movie was around the period when I was not in my senses. The phase when I just lost my brother, my tears were not stopping but still due to professional commitments, I shot on the given dates."
Sharmila Tagore said yes to 'Gulmohar' within 3-4 days of reading script
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Talking about his experience of working with Sharmila, he said, "Sharmila ji literally called me within 3-4 days of reading the script and committed herself to the project. Sharmila ji and I had long reading sessions for each scene of hers. We'd tweak words in the dialogues to what sounds good when she speaks. This kind of diligence and respect for the script comes with complete surrendering to one's work and not taking it for granted."
Shalin Bhanot, Eisha Singh, Monalisa to be seen playing lead roles in 'Bekaboo'
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Shalin, who was recently seen on the popular reality show 'Bigg Boss 16' and is known for his participation in 'Roadies 2', and 'Nach Baliye 4', said: "I want to thank my viewers for the overwhelming amount of love they've showered on me during my stint in 'Bigg Boss 16'. I'm grateful to have Ekta Kapoor offer me a lead role in 'Bekaboo' just before my exit from the house. I feel that I won the show before the winner was announced."
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