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Anurag Thakur at Cannes: India becoming 'content hub' of the world
He walked the Cannes red carpet with celebrities from the world of Indian cinema. They included acclaimed actors Nawazuddin Siddiqui and R. Madhavan, music maestro A.R. Rahman, filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, and noted lyricist and Censor Board chief Prasoon Joshi. Appropriately, the minister described it as "a historic moment" for India.
Futuristic superhero film 'The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen' set for reboot
The original film, based on the comic book series of the same name from writer Alan Moore and artist Kevin O'Neill, is set in an alternate Victorian Age where it follows a group of famous contemporary fantasy, science fiction, and adventure characters - including Captain Nemo, Dorian Gray and Tom Sawyer - as they team up on a secret mission.
Akshay Kumar on scale of action in 'Prithviraj': 'I was like a kid in a candy store'
The actor, who will portray king Prithviraj Chauhan in the film, admitted that he felt like "a kid in a candy store" when he got to know the scale of action that he will get to perform in 'Prithviraj'. Talking about the scale of the film, which happens to be YRF's first historical film, Akshay said in a statement, "'Prithviraj' is mounted at a scale that will wow people and action plays an integral part in heightening the entertainment quotient of the film.
Anubhav Sinha reveals the inspiration behind 'Anek' and his special connection to Nagaland
He says: "The genesis of the film began with my teacher, who used to teach me Tai-Chi, which is a little different from Yoga. He is from Nagaland; Deepak Das is his name. A lot of times, I used to ask him, 'where are you from?', 'what is your culture like? the food you eat?' among other things."
Urvashi Rautela turns Snow White as she makes Cannes debut
Urvashi took to Instagram to share a glimpse of her stunning gown by Tony Ward Couture. The actress chose a white off-shoulder ruffle gown with a long trail. Urvashi wrote alongside the image, which currently has over 30,000 likes on the photo-sharing website: "Cannes Film Festival 2022. Dream Debut. Thank you Universe."
Cannes red carpet stars: Eva Langoria, Lashana Lynch, Julianne Moore
In the words of 'Daily Mail', "Eva was sure to steal the show in her sweeping gown which featured a semi-sheer ruffled skirt, sequins and thin spaghetti straps. The star teamed the number with a black and diamond choker, while a pair of killer black heels were seen beneath her skirt."
Off screen, 'Pushpa Raj' Allu Arjun is a green warrior who bats for the environment
A source close to the actor, confides, "From his workplace to his house, Allu Arjun has planted a variety of plush greenery, which he himself takes care of, with an aim to make the Earth a better place." "Arjun also prefers gifting pots of small plants and seeds to his near and dear ones on special occasions, addressing the need for afforestation, and stressing upon the rising issues of deforestation and global warming," the source said.
Shekhar Suman's 'India's Laughter Champion' replaces Kapil Sharma's show
Shekhar will be joined by Archana Puran Singh on the judges panel. He says: "I am extremely gung-ho about 'India's Laughter Champion'." Shekhar adds: "This is show is aimed at making you forget all your worries, let loose and laugh out loud, that is much needed. The contestants are all set to tickle your ribs and I am positive that the audience will enjoy this show thoroughly."
Deepika attends jury duty on Cannes opening day in Sabyasachi ensemble
Very different from the formal monochromatic look of the other seven members of the jury, Deepika stood tall in flowing lime green pants and a beachy shirt embellished with floral designs, all from fashion designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee's Tropic of Calcutta collection, as we were informed by her stylist Shaleena Nathani, complemented by a printed headband, chunky bejewelled necklace and jaunty heels.
Kangana Ranaut takes a brutal jibe at Akshay Kumar and Ajay Devgn
Recently, while having an interview with Mirror Now, Kangana took a direct jibe at Akshay and Ajay for not promoting her movie. Responding to a question, Kangana said “But Ajay Devgn will never promote my film. He will promote other films but will never promote my film. Akshay Kumar called me, quietly, to tell me ‘hush-hush’ that you know, I love your ‘Thalaivi’, but he will not tweet my trailer.”
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