Category: ENTERTAINMENT

Filmmaker Kabir Khan says despite having access to rich literature, the industry fails to have good scripts because not enough writers are nurtured. Kabir, who adapted Hussain Zaidi’s book “Mumbai Avengers” for his 2015 Saif Ali Khan-Katrina Kaif starrer “Phantom”, believes there are not enough adaptations happening in the industry.In an interview with DIN, Kabir says “We are still depending on the original scripts written by the writers we have. We have a huge dearth of scripts, dearth of material that can go on screen. “In Hollywood an A-list director is…

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The fame, glamour and adulation may seem like a dream, but an actor is always a loner searching for moments of catharsis, says Shahid Kapoor. The 37-year-old star says the emotional journey he goes through when he is alone contributes a lot in the growth of the performer in him. “As an actor you are always lonely. You are always in spotlight so that’s what people see. But when you are on your own, it’s very lonely. And it’s a journey that’s personal. I believe, at that time, something emotional happens…

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Political dignitaries and music royalty led the tributes to Aretha Franklin at her star-studded funeral on Friday, joining her family and members of the public in bidding goodbye to America’s “Queen of Soul.” The service, a celebration of the life and legacy of the music icon, was full of song, uplifting eulogies and humorous anecdotes at the Greater Grace Temple in her hometown Detroit.The 76-year-old singer, beloved by millions around the world, died of cancer on August 16, closing the curtain on a glittering six-decade career that spanned Gospel, R&B, Jazz,…

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As someone who grew up with a love for the written word, actor Sonam Kapoor believes good literature is the backbone of films and writers should be given their proper due.Early in her career, Sonam worked in “Aisha”, a story inspired by Jane Austen’s famous novel “Emma” and the actor, who has been named the brand ambassador for Jio MAMI festival’s ‘Word to Screen’ initiative, says she is always open to good book adaptations. Sonam said the ‘Word to Screen’ initiative can be a great platform for those looking for…

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Los Angeles, Aug 30 (DIN NEWS) Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro has said that he favour a 50-50 ratio between the male and female filmmakers by 2019 to promote genders equality at film festivals. The director’s comment came in response to the controversy surrounding the Venice Film Festival, also known as Biennale, which has been slammed for selecting only one female director in its 2018 competition line-up. “I think that the goal has to be clear, and has to remain 50/50 by 2020. If it’s 50/50 by 2019, better. It’s…

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 It’s tough love for Vikramaditya Motwane.The director of critically-acclaimed films such as “Udaan”, “Lootera” and “Trapped”, has turned his lens to a new medium with Netflix’s first India Original Series “Sacred Games”. Motwane is happy that the series, based on Vikram Chandra’s 2006 novel of the same name, has found such a connect with the viewers. The filmmaker believes it is an exciting time for writers, directors and creators with the coming-of-age of streaming services.”Now we know that there are two genuinely different avenues that we can go into. If you…

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 Amitabh Bachchan says he is in awe of the current generation of actors like Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao who have honed their craft to such a level that even he gets scared while working with them. Bachchan said while he is still trying to fine-tune his craft, young actors come prepared on sets. “The new generation of actors like Alia, Anushka (Sharma), Deepika (Padukone), they are such capable actors, you get scared while working with them, kha hee jayenge (they’ll eat me up). They are so brilliant.  “We took…

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Kajol, who is busy with the promotional duties of her upcoming film Helicopter Eela, was recently spotted on the sets of a dance reality show, which is being judged by Madhuri Dixit. The meeting was indeed special since legendary singer Asha Bhosle also made an appearance on the sets. Kajol marked the special moment with a photo, which she shared with her Instafam. The photo features, Asha Bhosle, Madhuri Dixit, Kajol and make-up artist Mickey Contractor. “Aeeeeeeeeeeeeeee! Too kicked,” read her Instagram post. Madhuri Dixit also shared a similar photo…

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Mumbai, Aug 26 (DIN NEWS) It has been over a year since Shruti Haasan made her last appearance on the big screen and the actor says it was a conscious decision to stay away from the camera as she wanted to reassess her career. Shruti, 32, who is the elder daughter of veteran actors Kamal Haasan and Sarika, says she took the decision to take a break to “reorganise” herself. “I took a conscious decision to take a break for one year. I thought it was important to take a…

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Mumbai, Aug 25 (DIN NEWS) Actor Shahid Kapoor says when he was approached to star in the Hindi version of Telugu blockbuster “Arjun Reddy” he felt there was no need to remake the film as the original was “too perfect”. Shahid, 37, will be playing the lead in the film and the actor said the arc of the character excited him and he decided to come on-board the project. “‘Arjun Reddy’ is in the preparation stage. We will start shooting for it around October 1. The first thought I had…

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