NEW YORK: Jay-Z led Grammy nominations Tuesday with eight nods, followed closely by fellow rapper Kendrick Lamar with seven, in a striking embrace of hip-hop for the music industry´s top prizes.
Jay-Z, who had never before been nominated in a major category as a solo artist, is up for Album of the Year for his "4:44" as well as for Record of the Year and Song of the Year.
SYDNEY: Australian rock legend and AC/DC co-founder Malcolm Young was remembered at a private funeral in Sydney on Tuesday attended by family, friends and fellow musicians.
Former AC/DC drummer Phil Rudd, promoter Michael Chugg and Australian rocker Jimmy Barnes attended the service at St Mary's Cathedral. Younger brother Angus placed a guitar on the casket, according to the Australian Associated Press (AAP).
Eulogies read by family member Bradley Horsburgh and David Albert, of the band's recording label, generated laughter and tears, the AAP said.
Hundreds of fans lined the streets outside the cathedral as the funeral procession left the church to the strains of Waltzing Matilda played by a pipe band, the AAP said.
Young died on Nov 18 at age 64 after years of ill health. In a statement after his death, Angus described him as "the driving force behind the band...a perfectionist and a unique man."
He last performed with the band in 2014, also the year in which his family confirmed he was suffering from dementia.
Best known for hits including "Highway to Hell" from 1979 and "Back in Black" from 1980, AC/DC was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2003.
The band has sold more than 200 million albums across the world and continues to find younger fans.
Indian cricketer Virat Kohli and his ladylove Anushka Sharma set the dance flood on fire at Zaheer Khan and Sagarika Ghatge's reception on November 27.
The videos and pictures of Anushka and Virat are circulating the social media and the internet is as excited as we are.
Dressed in a suave grey suit, Virat, danced with Zaheer, Sagarika and other guests. However, Anushka stole the show with her thumkas to Saddi Gali.
Donned in a sequinned lehenga choli, Anushka also posed for pictures with Virat during the reception.
This isn't the first time that a video of the couple dancing together as made our hearts flutter. Earlier, the pair was spotted setting the dance floor on fire at the wedding ceremony of Yuvraj Singh and Hazel Keech in 2016.
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma was haven reported to be dating since 2013 after separating briefly in 2016. Even though, the pair has not spoken about their relationship openly but there are spotted together almost everywhere hand-in-hand.
Manushi Chhillar – the recently crowned Miss World has expressed her desire to work alongside Aamir Khan even though Bollywood is not in her immediate plans.
Speaking to the media for the first time after winning the title, Manushi said she wanted to work with Aamir because of the challenging roles he gives. "I think his movies have a message and connect to the society."
Manushi added that Priyanka Chopra also a former Miss World was her favourite Indian actress.
Earlier this month, Miss India Manushi Chhillar won the prestigious title of Miss World 2017, bringing the crown back to India after 17 years.
Manushi, a medical student from Haryana, elbowed aside competitors from 108 nations and was crowned at the Sanya City Arena in China PR by Miss World 2016 winner Puerto Rico's Stephanie Del Valle.
Another Indian state has banned the controversial movie Padmavati from releasing. Bihar on Tuesday became the fifth Indian state to ban the movie following Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujrat and Uttar Pradesh.
Chief Minister of Bihar, Nitish Kumar said his government would not release the film until an "amicable solution" from all parties involved.
Earlier on Tuesday, India's Supreme Court rejected a legal attempt to block the global release of a Bollywood film that has sparked violent protests, warning against pre-judging the controversial historical epic.
Caste-based groups have been staging violent demonstrations against Padmavati amid rumours that it will depict a romance between a Hindu queen and a Muslim ruler.
The epic was scheduled for release in India on December 1 but delayed indefinitely after the censor board refused to certify it.
As 'Kal Ho Naa Ho' completed 14 years on Tuesday, Karan Johar, who wrote the story and screenplay of the Bollywood hit, took to Twitter to express his emotions connected with it.
"#14YearsOfKalHoNaHo ....a film that i will always strongly associate with my father....a memory that is both heartbreaking and yet full of heart....and that title song is my strength Mantra for life...." he tweeted.
The film, which stars Shah Rukh Khan, Preity Zinta and Saif Ali Khan in lead roles, was a huge commercial success when it released in 2003. It was the second highest-grossing film domestically, and the highest-grossing film in overseas and worldwide collections that year.
Niranjan Iyengar wrote the dialogues, while Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy composed the music and Javed Akhtar wrote the lyrics. In his autobiography, 'An Unsuitable Boy', Karan Johar expressed his regret at not directing the film himself.
-- Kareena Kapoor was initially the first choice for Naina. After she refused due to differences over her fees, Preity Zinta was the immediate next choice.
-- Salman Khan refused to play Rohit in 'Kal Ho Naa Ho'. The role was then given to Saif Ali Khan.
-- It was the last film to be produced by Yash Johar before his death on June 26, 2004.
-- Karan Johar complied with international copyright laws and bought the license to the rights to Roy Orbison's Pretty Woman to use it in the film.
Up till a few years ago, barely a week would pass without Mathira grabbing the top entertainment headlines in Pakistan. Then, the sultry television host, and later singer and actress, was controversy's favourite child. Relentlessly opposed by the conservative circles, Mathira had a way of always bouncing back, refusing to cower regardless of the ire directed at her. But of late, the former model tied the knot, became a mother of a three-year-old and freed up her schedule for a more domestic life. We caught up with the actress recently to talk about her future projects and life in the industry:
Geo.tv: Has motherhood mellowed you down?
Mathira: It's not only motherhood; sometimes you just have to slow down. These days I am concentrating more on my child, which has led me to put off many projects for later. It was a tough choice. Not working was definitely hard, but domestication has its benefits too. You have to be a tough mom for your little ones.
Geo.tv: One of your projects right now is Nagin, a supernatural thriller. What else are you working on?
Mathira: I have two songs coming out later this year or next. There is another project starting in January, a drama serial which is very exciting. Actually, Nagin has been very lucky for me, as it has opened more doors for future ventures.
Geo.tv: At one point there was much talk about you signing up projects in Bollywood. What became of that?
Mathira: What happened was that I became pregnant right around the time my first Bollywood project was to begin. Hence, I had to drop out. As for collaborations, an Indian company is releasing my songs as well. Also, I am expecting my second child now, so I guess Bollywood would have to wait.
Geo.tv: The Harvey Weinstein scandal has brought to light so many instances of sexual harassment in the entertainment industry. Bollywood is speaking out too. Why do you think no one has come forward in Pakistan?
Mathira: There are instances of sexual harassment here as well. But in most cases, the perpetrators are not the established, well-known names. Those who have a reputation of professionalism, of getting the job done, don't indulge in such things. The problem is people who talk big. If you meet someone who is boasting about starting a fifty million rupees project, then beware. There is something not right. Another reason why actresses in Pakistan are reluctant to speak up is that such predatory men only target young actors, who are new in the field and can later be scared into silence. Their family system might be such that they are discouraged to voice their experience publicly. But you know, I do believe that times have changed. More and more people are speaking up. So these dubious characters are slowly being thrown out of the industry.
Geo.tv: Did you ever experience any form of harassment while working in Pakistan?
Mathira: Well, I started off with a small TV channel, and I realized that this is where I should stick it out for a while. Even though the set up was relatively small as compared to some other channels, the environment was safe. Hence, I stayed there till I got to know more people in the industry. Yes, I have encountered many shady men in the industry. But thankfully, I was protected by my organization. I would give the same advise to young girls starting off. They should begin work with an established network before freelancing, for the sake of safety.
Geo.tv: Finally, have you said goodbye to films?
Mathira: I am only 26-years-old. Abhi zindagi bahut baaki hai. I have come to realise that running after many things at the same time is wrong. It is better to pursue meaningful things. I want to get out of this 'item girl' image. I want meaningful roles. The role of the bimbo no longer interests me. So, I can wait till something more worthy comes my way.
