Monday, April 30, 2018

American actress Ashley Judd sues Harvey Weinstein for defamation, sexual harassment

Actress Ashley Judd. Photo: VarietyActress Ashley Judd, one of the first women to publicly accuse Harvey Weinstein of sexual misconduct, sued the disgraced mogul Monday, alleging he defamed her after she rejected him.The complaint filed in Los...

Riz Ahmed teams with BBC for drama series on British-Pakistani family

Riz Ahmed. Photo: AFPBritish-Pakistani actor, rapper, and activist Riz Ahmed is working with the BBC on his first self-penned TV drama.The nine-part drama series, Englistan, will tell the story of three generations of a British-Pakistani family...

Twinkle Khanna threatened with violence for auctioning Akshay's Rustom costume

Twinkle Khanna. Photo: FileTwinkle Khanna has said she will take legal action after she was threatened with violence for saying that she is auctioning a costume worn by her husband, Akshay Kumar, in the film Rustom.Responding to an "enraged...

Anil Kapoor opens up about Sonam Kapoor's wedding

Sonam and Anil Kapoor. Photo: FileBollywood actor Anil Kapoor has opened up about his daughter Sonam Kapoor's wedding rumoured to be next month.Speaking to the media at the 19th International Indian Film Academy Awards (IIFA) voting weekend on...

Sunday, April 29, 2018

‘Avengers’ opens with $630 million, smashing global record

A still from Avengers: Infinity War. Photo: APAvengers: Infinity War took in $630 million in its first weekend, the highest global opening of all time, industry estimates showed on Sunday."The latest Marvel juggernaut... opened with $630m...

Weinstein 'believes he will be forgiven' by Hollywood: Piers Morgan

Harvey Weinstein arrives at the 89th Academy Awards in Hollywood, California. February 26, 2017/File photo: Reuters  LONDON: Movie producer Harvey Weinstein, who has been accused of sexual assault by dozens of women, believes he will eventually...

Green Day fans want 'American Idiot' back as number one for Trump's London visit

Photo: Facebook With the confirmation of US President Donald Trump's visit to the United Kingdon, fans of punk rock group Green Day have launched a campaign to get the band's album "American Idiot" back to number one on the UK charts. Trump's...

1980s classic 'Karate Kid' reborn as YouTube joins content wars

Cobra Kai will be a 10-episode series released by Youtube. Photo: Youtube  NEW YORK: For Generation X, "The Karate Kid" is a pop culture touchstone. Now, more than 30 years on, YouTube wants to bring a new generation into the dojo.Thirteen years...

Saturday, April 28, 2018

Farhan Saeed asks India, Pakistan to take cue from Korea

The leaders of North and South Korea held a historic meeting on Friday and pledged to bring a formal end to the Korean War, 65 years after hostilities ceased.Now, some, including Pakistani actor-cum-singer Farhan Saeed, feel leaders of Pakistan and...

Sania Mirza responds to 'settling down' comment after pregnancy announcement

Sania Mirza. Photo: File The recent announcement by Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik and Indian tennis star Sania Mirza has got people on both sides of the border excited.The couple had posted a picture on Twitter of a family wardrobe design with...

Indian rapper Honey Singh all praise for Sajjad Ali's latest song

Photo: FileIndian rapper and musician Yo Yo Honey Singh was all praise for Pakistani singer Sajjad Ali's latest song.The singer took to Twitter to express his adoration for Sajjad's new song Lagaya Dil, and said it was "simple but deep...

Friday, April 27, 2018

Chance the Rapper apologises for backing Kanye's Trump love

Donald Trump and Kanye West stand together in the lobby at Trump Tower, December 13, 2016 in New York City. Photo: AFPRap superstar Kanye West's professed love for US President Donald Trump sent new shockwaves Friday through the music world with...

Bill Cosby's alma mater rescinds honorary degree after conviction

Actor and comedian Bill Cosby exit Montgomery County Courthouse after a jury convicted him in a sexual assault retrial in Norristown, Pennsylvania, U.S., April 26, 2018. Photo: Reuters Temple University on Friday rescinded an honorary doctorate it...

Govt announces incentive package for film industry in federal budget

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Sheema Kermani captivates audience in Brussels

BRUSSELS: The progressive Art and Thought-International (The Path-International) organised an evening with legendary classical dancer and theater performer, Sheema Kermani at Arab Cultural Center, Brussels. Apart from Pakistani individuals and...

Sweden's legendary ABBA reunites with two new songs after 35 years

Photo: FileSweden´s legendary disco group ABBA on Friday announced that all four members had reunited by recording two new songs after 35 years. "We all four felt that, after some 35 years, it could be fun to join forces again and go into the...

Priyanka Chopra reveals what she will gift Harry, Meghan on their wedding

Priyanka Chopra. Photo: POPSUGAR AustraliaIt's hard enough to pick a perfect present for a regular wedding, imagine being invited to the royal wedding and having to pick the present.Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra revealed that she was having a...

#TimesUp for harassment to go unchecked: Sanam Saeed

Actor Sanam Saeed has joined the few celebrities who have lent their support to Meesha Shafi in her sexual harassment allegations against Ali Zafar.Though the Cake and Zindagi Gulzar Hai star did not name the two singers in her Instagram post, she...

Prince Louis Arthur Charles: British royals William and Kate name their baby

Britain´s Prince William and his wife Kate named their newborn son Louis Arthur Charles."The baby will be known as His Royal Highness Prince Louis of Cambridge," Kensington Palace said.The prince, who is fifth in line to the British throne, was...

DJ Avicii 'could not go on any longer': family

Swedish superstar Avicii. Photo: FileSwedish superstar Avicii, one of the world´s most successful DJs who died a week ago aged 28, "wanted peace" and "could not go on any longer", his family said in an open letter on Thursday.The musician, whose...

Thursday, April 26, 2018

Bill Cosby found guilty of sexual assault

Actor and comedian Bill Cosby leaves the courthouse in Norristown outside Philadelphia, after being found guilty of sexual assault. Photo: AFP US television icon Bill Cosby was convicted of sexual assault Thursday in the first celebrity courtroom...

Prince Harry asks brother William to be best man

Prince William and Prince Harry. Photo: AFPBritain´s Prince Harry has asked his brother Prince William to be his best man when he marries US former actress Meghan Markle next month, Kensington Palace announced Thursday."Prince Harry has asked his...

Wednesday, April 25, 2018

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Hank Azaria willing to 'step aside' from playing Apu on 'Simpsons'

Photo: File The voice behind popular The Simpson's character Apu Nahasapeemapetilon, Hank Azaria, says he is "willing to step aside" from his role voicing the character following a race-related controversy.Shopkeeper Apu has been part of the...

New York Times Weinstein investigation to be developed as film

LOS ANGELES:  A behind-the-scenes dramatization on how the New York Times broke the story that accused powerful Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein of a pattern of sexual misconduct will be developed as a feature film, one of its backers said on...

Kanye West, Trump exchange sugary comments, send Twitter into a frenzy

Donald Trump, the then-President-elect, and Kanye West pose for media at Trump Tower in Manhattan, New York, US, December 13, 2016. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly/Files NEW YORK: Rap superstar Kanye West doubled down Wednesday on his support for Donald...

'Veere Di Wedding' trailer gives fun-filled glimpse into lives of four friends

Photo: ScreengrabThe trailer of the highly-anticipated Veere Di Wedding was revealed on Wednesday and promises to be a fun-filled ride.The trailer was unveiled at a grand event in Mumbai and gives us a glimpse into the sisterhood and lives of four...

Meesha Shafi’s legal team receives Ali Zafar’s Rs1 billion legal notice

LAHORE: Meesha Shafi on Wednesday received a legal notice sent by Ali Zafar's counsel asking the singer-cum-actor to delete her tweet alleging harassment and issue an apology on Twitter, failing which he will file a Rs1 billion defamation case...

Ali Zafar seeks apology from Meesha Shafi, sends Rs100 million legal notice

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Tuesday, April 24, 2018

Stockholm church bells play 'Wake me up' in Avicii tribute

Avicii was found dead in Muscat, Oman at age 28STOCKHOLM: Church bells played one of Avicii's biggest hits in the Swedish capital Stockholm on Tuesday, paying tribute to the DJ and record producer who was found dead last week.The song "Wake me...

Boxer Amir Khan welcomes new baby girl

Boxer Amir Khan with wife Faryal/File photoBritish boxer of Pakistani origin, Amir Khan welcomed his newest bundle of joy to the world on Tuesday.The boxer announced the birth of his newest child – a second daughter – via Instagram. "With my...

Meesha Shafi has proof of sexual harassment against Ali Zafar, claims lawyer

Meesha Shafi. Photo: InstagramLAHORE: Meesha Shafi's legal counsel Barrister Muhammad Ahmad Pansota has claimed the singer has "proof of sexual harassment" against Ali Zafar. The barrister told Geo News on Tuesday that his client would not have...

Ranbir Kapoor's transformation as Sanjay Dutt in ‘Sanju’ is mind-blowing

Photo: YouTubeThe teaser for Rajkumar Hirani's bipic on Sanjay Dutt was released on Tuesday and perfectly sums up the Bollywood actor's tumultuous journey so far.The teaser highlights the ups and downs in Dutt's life and the stages are...

Anushka Sharma for harshest punishment possible for child rapists

 Anushka Sharma. Photo: India TodayBollywood actress Anushka Sharma says she fully supports severe punishment for those who assault children.Speaking at an event, the actress said that severe punishment should be awarded to the perpetrators while...

Monday, April 23, 2018

Tom Hardy embraces inner anti-hero in Venom's first trailer

Sony Pictures officially released the second trailer for its most-awaited upcoming venture Venom, which stars Tom Hardy and Riz Ahmed.Earlier, Sony had released a teaser of the movie which received a lot of flak from fans as it did not feature...

Ali Zafar seeks apology from Meesha Shafi in Rs100 million legal notice

Pakistani singer and actress Meesha Shafi had alleged Ali Zafar sexually harassed her on more than one occasion. Photo:File LAHORE: Renowned singer, actor and composer Ali Zafar has sought an apology from singer Meesha Shafi in a...

Ali Zafar sends legal notice to Meesha Shafi over harassment allegations

LAHORE: Renowned singer, actor and composer Ali Zafar sent a legal notice to singer Meesha Shafi after the latter leveled allegations of sexual harassment on the celebrity.  The actor maintained that Meesha had made 'baseless' accusations against...

Sania Mirza, Shoaib Malik expecting first child

Shoaib Malik and Sania Mirza. Photo: FileIndian Tennis ace Sania Mirza and Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik are expecting their first child.The couple posted a picture on Twitter of a family wardrobe design which had three sections — one with a...

Sania Mirza, Shoaib Malik expecting first child?

Shoaib Malik and Sania Mirza. Photo: FileIndian Tennis ace Sania Mirza and Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik might be expecting their first child.The couple posted a picture on Twitter of a family wardrobe design which had three sections -- one with...

Indian filmmaker shares why Bollywood isn't speaking up about sexual harassment

Indian filmmaker Anurag Kashyap. Photo: FileIndian filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has said a lot of people in Bollywood have remained silent about the prevalence of sexual harassment in the workplace because they know their opinion will not make a...

Armeena Khan recalls horrifying experience of being harassed in Lahore

Armeena Khan. Photo: FilePakistani actor Armeena Khan has recalled a horrifying experience of being sexually harassed in Lahore.The actor known for her roles in serials Muhabbat Ab Nahi Hugi, Bol and Ishq Parast took to Twitter to share her #MeToo...

Ahsan Khan, Adnan Malik and Iffat Omar speak up on Meesha-Ali issue

Photo: FilePakistani actors Ahsan Khan and Adnan Malik and former model Iffat Omar have spoken up about Meesha Shafi's sexual harassment allegations against Ali Zafar.The first high profile #MeToo accusation in the country has received a divided...

Sunday, April 22, 2018

Ali Zafar's bandmates refute Meesha's claims of harassment at jam session

Two band members have defended Ali Zafar against Meesha Shafi's sexual harassment allegations Two female band members have come out in support of pop star Ali Zafar, refuting claims by industry colleague Meesha Shafi that he harassed her last...

Moin Akhtar remembered on his seventh death anniversary today

ISLAMABAD: Legendary comedian actor Moin Akhtar was remembered on his seventh death anniversary today (Sunday).He was not only among the most versatile and beloved actors, but a great kind human being as well.Moin Akhtar stepped into the...

Rose McGowan lends support to Meesha Shafi

Actress Rose McGowan has come out in support of Meesha Shafi. Photo: AFPThe recent allegations from singer and actor Meesha Shafi against Ali Zafar have taken the Pakistani entertainment industry by storm, with celebrities lending their voice of...

‘No criminal suspicion’ in DJ Avicii’s death: Oman police source

Avicii. Photo: AFPA police source in Oman said Saturday there was no suspicion of criminal activity after Swedish DJ superstar Avicii was found dead in the Gulf sultanate's capital Muscat.The 28-year-old's representative announced his death in...

Saturday, April 21, 2018

'Mini-Me' actor of 'Austin Powers' Verne Troyer dies at 49

US actor Verne Troyer arrives for the screening of the movie "The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus" presented out of competition at the 62nd Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France, May 22, 2009. AFP/Valery Hache/Files LOS ANGELES: Verne Troyer,...

Musicians, celebrities pay tribute to Avicii after his untimely death

Avicii, one of the world´s most successful DJs who helped usher in the global boom in electronic music, was found dead in Oman on Friday at the age of 28Tributes poured in from all quarters after Avicii, one of the world´s most successful DJs who...

‘Ali Zafar is working to protect dancers, singers from being harassed’

Actor, singer Ali Zafar. Photo: File A person who has come forward in support of singer and actor Ali Zafar has said he was the only person to step up to protect a group of dancers and singers who were being sexually harassed. According to the...

More woman step forward in support of Ali Zafar

Actor Resham. Photo: File More women step forward in support of singer and actor Ali Zafar after his colleague Meesha Shafi accused him of sexually harassing her on "more than one occasion".While speaking in favour of Zafar, a woman named Zarqa...