Sunday, July 22, 2018

Political music keeps the party going ahead of general election

In this picture taken on July 17, 2018, Asif Butt, better known by his stage persona DJ Butt, performs during a rally of PPP in Islamabad. Photo: AFPISLAMABAD: As the crowd swells with anticipation for their leader Shehbaz Sharif's arrival a DJ...

Saturday, July 21, 2018

Five things we learned from San Diego Comic-Con

Patrick Fabian, AMC's Charlie Collier, Giancarlo Esposito, RJ Mitte, Michael Mando, Dean Norris, Aaron Paul, Vince Gilligan, and Peter Gould, Rhea Seehorn, Bob Odenkirk, Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, and Betsy Brandt at the 'Breaking Bad' 10th...

Warner Bros superheroes swoop into Comic-Con

Chris Pine (L) and Gal Gadot participate in the Warner Bros. Theatrical Panel for "Wonder Woman 1984," which Gadot described as a "new chapter" rather than a sequel. Photo: AFP Warner Bros closed the final full day of the Comic-Con International...

Writer, ex-model Annie Ali Khan found dead in Karachi

The 38-year-old had transitioned from modelling to freelance journalism/ file photoKARACHI: Former model turned journalist Quratulain Ali Khan (Annie) was found dead in her apartment earlier on Saturday.Annie perished in fire and was found burnt at...

'Teefa in Trouble' breaks record with biggest ever opening for Pakistani film

A still from Teefa in Trouble.Audiences cannot get enough of Teefa in Trouble as the Ali Zafar and Maya Ali starrer broke the opening day box office record for a Pakistan film.The film raked in Rs22.5 million breaking the record previously held by...

Selena Gomez says would love to collaborate with AR Rahman for Bollywood song

AR Rahman and Selena Gomez. Photo: FileSinger-cum-actor Selena Gomez has said she would love to collaborate with Oscar-winning Bollywood composer AR Rahman."I have been following few musicians in India and I believe they are wonderful," she said...

Friday, July 20, 2018

'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' TV reboot in development

Sarah Michelle Gellar as the original TV Buffy. Photo: FOXSupernatural assassin Buffy the Vampire Slayer will be returning to our television screens after a reboot of the television show was confirmed.According to Deadline, 20 Century Fox...

Taylor Swift cast in movie version of 'Cats'

Taylor Swift. Photo: ReutersTaylor Swift has been cast in a big screen version of the stage musical "Cats," in what will be the pop singer's biggest movie role so far, entertainment publications Variety and the Hollywood Reporter said on...

Disney axes director James Gunn over offensive tweets

James Gunn directed both "Guardians of the Galaxy" films and was planning to head to San Diego's huge annual Comic-Con fan convention this week with a secret film project that he had teased on Instagram. Photo: AFP "Guardians of the Galaxy"...

Ali Zafar, Maya Ali dazzle as ‘Teefa in trouble’ hits cinema screen

KARACHI: As we say here 'Aagaya woh Shahkaar Jis Ka Intezaar Tha'.Ali Zafar and Maya Ali's Teefa in trouble, a complete package of romance, action, comedy and thriller, has hit cinema screens today. And it has...

Dave Farrell posts tribute to Chester Bennington on singer's first death anniversary

Chester Bennington of Linkin Park performs at the American Music Awards in Los Angeles, California. Photo: Reuters Exactly a year ago the world lost Linkin Park frontman, Chester Bennington.While many had given up on the rock-rap band after the...

Thursday, July 19, 2018

First female 'Doctor Who' calls role 'an absolute joy'

Jodie Whittaker "The Doctor" from the cast of the BBC show "Doctor Who" attends the pop culture convention Comic-Con in San Diego, California, U.S. July 19, 2018. Photo: Reuters SAN DIEGO: British actress Jodie Whittaker made her public debut on...

Teefa in Trouble’s star-studded premiere stuns fans

Speaking to Geo News, musician and actor Ali Zafar said that he is extremely excited for the film/ Geo News screen grab"Teefa in Trouble"— which marks debut for both Ali Zafar and Maya Ali in the Pakistani film industry — had its...

'Teefa in Trouble' is first Pakistani film to be released in 25 countries, including Russia

Teefa in Trouble, Pakistan's biggest and most expensive film is all set to be released worldwide tomorrow. Ahead of the release of the rom-com action film, lead actor Ali Zafar made a grand appearance in the UK. The renowned singer, actor and...

Wednesday, July 18, 2018

'The Crown' offers fans glimpse of new cast as royals

"The Crown" kicked off with the 1947 marriage of the young Princess Elizabeth, played by Claire Foy, before she became queen, and Prince Philip, played by Matt Smith. In the new series Tobias Menzies will play Philip. Photo: Online1Fans of...

'Teefa in Trouble' takes Pakistani film industry by storm

Ali Zafar and Maya Ali. Photo: Geo FilmsThe excitement and anticipation for Teefa in Trouble has taken the Pakistani film industry by storm as its release inches closer.The Ali Zafar and Maya Ali starrer which is slated to release on July 20 is...

BBC to pay damages to Cliff Richard for televising police raid

British singer Cliff Richard won substantial damages on Wednesday after London's High Court ruled the BBC had breached his privacy by televising a police raid on his house which he said had left him feeling violated. LONDON: British singer Cliff...

Tuesday, July 17, 2018

McQueen, suicide and the dark side of the celebrity fairy tale

Late Alexander McQueen. Photo: AFPWhen celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain and fashion icon Kate Spade killed themselves within the space of three days in June, many couldn't fathom the tragedy of two people who seemed to have it all.The suicides...

'Rugrats' to return with new series and live-action movie

 Both the series and the movie will see the return of the main crew of tots: Tommy, Chuckie, Phil, Lil, Susie and Angelica. Photo: Nickelodeon  1Nickelodeon's hit 1990s cartoon Rugrats will be gracing our television screens once...

Black Panther's sister Shuri gets own spin-off comic

Shuri — the brilliant, gadget-loving, teenaged quip-dropping sister of Wakanda monarch T'Challa in Marvel's Black Panther — is getting ready for her close-up. Photo: Marvel In Marvel's massively successful "Black Panther" film released...

After movie, Cher to release album of Abba covers

Cher said that her creative spirit was rekindled after singing one of the signature tunes on 'Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again'-Photo: FileNEW YORK: Pop legend Cher on Tuesday announced an album of Abba covers as she stars in a film sequel to "Mamma...

'Grease' at 40: still the one that we want

Four decades have passed since the Rydell High gang twisted, hand jived and crooned their way into the hearts of teenagers the world over -- but we´re all still hopelessly devoted to "Grease.". Photo: GreaseLOS ANGELES: Four decades have passed...

Trailer of much-awaited 'Load Wedding' to be released today

Fahad Mustafa and Mehwish Hayat. Photo: Geo News screengrab.The trailer of the much-awaited romantic-comedy Load Wedding is set to release today.The film's trailer will be launched at...

'Stranger Things' new teaser hints at possible summer 2019 release

Set in 1985, the 90-second video shows Steve Harrington along with a new character Robin working at a sailor-themed ice cream shop. Photo: Netflix    Netflix has dropped a new teaser for the much anticipated third season of sci-fi show Stranger...

Scarlett Johansson film exit spotlights lack of roles for transgender actors

Scarlett Johansson. Photo: ReutersScarlett Johansson's decision to pull out of a film role playing an American gangster who was born a woman but identified as male could kickstart a drive to get more transgender actors on screen, film insiders and...

Monday, July 16, 2018

Mayweather, George Clooney lead world's highest paid entertainers

Boxer Floyd Mayweather, actor George Clooney and reality star Kylie Jenner top the list of world's highest-paid entertainers according to Forbes. Photo: Reuters LOS ANGELES: American boxer Floyd Mayweather was named the world's highest-paid...

You might be killed if you criticise govt in India: Saif Ali Khan

Saif Ali Khan as Sartaj Singh in Sacred Games. Photo: NetflixBollywood actor Saif Ali Khan has said that one could get killed in India for voicing their opinions.Saif, who is playing policeman Sartaj Singh in India's first Netflix show Sacred...

Sunday, July 15, 2018

Irrfan Khan shares picture as he undergoes cancer treatment

Irrfan Khan. Photo: TwitterBollywood actor Irrfan Khan, who is currently in London undergoing treatment for neuroendocrine tumour, recently updated his display picture on Twitter.In the picture, the 51-year-old is seen in a yellow T-shirt through a...

'Who is America?' Cohen splits critics with TV return

Sacha Baron Cohen. Photo: AF["Who is America?" is both the title of Sacha Baron Cohen's first foray into television satire in more than a decade and the existential question on the lips of liberals living through the Trump presidency.Trailed by a...

'Hotel Transylvania' books spot at top of box office

'Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation' took an estimated $44.1 million in ticket sales during its first weekend in North American theaters. Photo: AFP LOS ANGELES: Sony's "Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation" booked a stay at the top of the...

Netflix's 'Chilling Adventures of Sabrina' unveils first poster

An adaptation of the popular Archie comics, The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina has been described as a "dark coming-of-age story that traffics in horror, the occult, and of course, witchcraft." Photo: Instagram The first look of the much awaited...

Saturday, July 14, 2018

China’s ‘Dallas Buyers Club’ is surprise box-office hit



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'Stranger Things' season three will be show's darkest season yet

According to the show's producer, the new season is 'shaping up really, really well' and is 'definitely going to be darker'. Photo: Netflix The third season of the highly anticipated Netflix series Stranger Things is going to get darker according...

Priyanka Chopra opens up about recent trip with Nick Jonas

Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas. Photo: InstagramBollywood Priyanka Chopra has opened up about her recent trip to India with singer Nick Jonas.While attending the Vogue x Saks Hamptons Dinner at Wolffer Estate Vineyard on Thursday, the Quantico...

Maya Ali stuns during 'Teefa In Trouble' promotions

Maya Ali. Photo: InstagramPakistani actor Maya Ali has been acing her fashion game as she promotes her upcoming film Teefa in Trouble.Maya will be seen opposite Ali Zafar in the Ahsan Rahim directorial which is slated to release on July 20.The duo...

Friday, July 13, 2018

TV sensation 'Downton Abbey' coming to the big screen

The six-season television series ran on Britain's ITV from 2010 to 2015, and in the United States on PBS' MasterpieceNEW YORK: It was the soapy period drama about the upstairs-downstairs lives and loves at an English country estate that enjoyed...

Scarlett Johansson quits transgender role after LGBT backlash

71st Tony Awards – Arrivals – New York City, US, 11/06/2017 - Actress Scarlett Johansson. Photo: Reuters LOS ANGELES: Scarlett Johansson on Friday pulled out of a movie in which she was cast to play a transgender character following a backlash...

Marvel teams up with director Cate Shortland for stand-alone Black Widow movie

Australian filmmaker Cate Shortland best known for drama Lore and Berlin Syndrome has signed on to helm Black Widow, Marvel's action-adventure project that will star Scarlett Johansson. Photo: Alexander Koerner Marvel's Black Widow has...

'Game of Thrones' storms back into Emmys race with 22 nominations

The Television Academy's 22,000-plus members were given two weeks in June to sift through a crowded field of several thousand entries for the Emmys, the small screen equivalent of the Oscars. Photo: AFP Record-breaking fantasy epic "Game of...

Thursday, July 12, 2018

Don't want to be 'called a rapist': Henry Cavill on dating in #MeToo world

Henry Cavill, styled by Olivia Harding. Geo.tv/GQ Australia/Buzz WhiteKARACHI: Best known for playing the role of Superman, actor Henry Cavill found himself in quite hot waters on Thursday after he issued concerning remarks about the #MeToo...

Tom Cruise walks red carpet in Paris

Tom Cruise poses in front the Eiffel Tower during the world premiere of the film "Mission: Impossible - Fallout" in Paris, France, July 12, 2018. REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes PARIS: Tom Cruise on Thursday attended the red carpet premiere of the latest...

Wednesday, July 11, 2018

With Thai soccer team freed, Hollywood gears up for the movie

Journalists celebrate after a news conference near Tham Luang cave complex in the northern province of Chiang Rai, Thailand. Photo: ReutersThe dramatic rescue of a Thai boys soccer team and their coach from a flooded cave complex this week...

Beyonce, Jay-Z to show World Cup final before Paris gig

The power couple have offered to show the game between France and its as-yet-unknown rival ahead of their gig. Photo: Instagram1PARIS: Who runs the world? Footballers. And not even Beyonce and Jay-Z can compete.Apparently concerned that the World...

Joaquin Phoenix cast as Joker in stand-alone DC origin film

Joaquin Phoenix will play the role of 'clown prince of crime' in the upcoming standalone origin film. Photo: Variety/DCWarner Bros has confirmed Joker's stand-alone film starring award-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix is in the works. According to...

Mahesh Bhatt opens up about Alia, Ranbir's relationship

Mahesh and Alia Bhatt. Photo: FileIndian filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt has opened up about daughter Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor's relationship.During an interview, Mahesh said, ""It's very obvious that [Ranbir-Alia] are making no bones about...

Tuesday, July 10, 2018

Sonali Bendre pens inspiring note as she shares transformation ahead of cancer treatment

Sonali Bendre. Photo: InstagramBollywood actor Sonali Bendre is tackling cancer head on.A week after announcing her cancer diagnosis, Sonali on Tuesday shared a video of herself getting her hair cut in preparation for cancer treatment.Along with...

Drake's 'Scorpion' shatters global records with one billion streams

According to data from Nielsen Music, the 25-track double album "Scorpion" sold some 731,000 units in the United States for the week, making the soul-baring record the biggest seller of 2018 by far. Photo: Reuters LOS ANGELES: Canadian rapper...

George Clooney hurt in Italian scooter crash: media

Hollywood star George Clooney was treated in hospital on Tuesday for minor injuries after a scooter accident in Sardinia, the Italian news agency AGI reported. Photo: fileROME: Hollywood star George Clooney was treated in hospital on Tuesday for...

Monday, July 9, 2018

Emmy nominations set to be a race between old favourites

Representational image. Photo: ReutersTelevision industry watchers are expecting past winners to relive old glories Thursday as Hollywood's awards season kicks into high gear with the announcement of the Emmy nominations.The Television Academy's...

Afridi meets Salman Khan in Toronto

Former Pakistan Captain Shahid Afridi on Monday met Bollywood superstar Salman Khan in Toronto at an event of his 'Dabang Tour'.The former Pakistani skipper also spoke at the stage. Salman is nowadays in Canada for his 'Dabang Tours', while Afridi...