Entertainment – Newsletter for September 16, 2010
Thursday, September 16, 2010
David Copperfield Rocks
LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- David Copperfield was the show stealer in “America’s Got Talent” despite being a guest performer. There were other guest performers on the show as well but the magician David Copperfield stole the show. The whole country was entertained by David Copperfield’s performance and it wouldn’t be wrong to say that he …. Original article on Gaea Times at : David Copperfield Rocks.
I don’t think about awards while composing: Ilayaraja
CHENNAI – Legendary composer Ilayaraja, who bagged the National Award for the best background score for Malayalam film “Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja”, says he never thinks about awards while composing music.
When asked whether he expected the award, he said: “I don’t think about awards and such diversions. I think only about music.”
Starring Mammootty, … Original article on : I don’t think about awards while composing: Ilayaraja.
Shannon Sharpe Under Fire!
LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- TV broadcaster and former NFL tight end Shannon Sharpe has confirmed that he will be stepping down from his position as an analyst. The media personality has been under the spotlight for the recent charges of sexual assault brought by Michele Bundy. Shannon Sharpe said in a statement to the media … Original source on Gaea Times at : Shannon Sharpe Under Fire!.
Megha Gupta Bags ‘Dabangg’ Star’s Ex
MUMBAI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- ‘Kavyanjali’ star Megha Gupta is set to tie the knot with Sonakshi Sinha’s Ex-boyfriend Aditya Shroff, the owner of Fame Cinemas. The news comes as a surprise to many as the relationship between Sonakshi Sinha and Aditya Shroff was well known to the media. Some of the reports suggest that Sonakshi …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Megha Gupta Bags ‘Dabangg’ Star’s Ex.
Karan Mehra, Nisha Rawal set for theatre debut
NEW DELHI – TV actor Karan Mehra, better known as Naitik of “Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai”, is set to make his theatre debut along with his girlfriend, model-actress Nisha Rawal.
The actors will feature in two different plays — “Poore Chand Ki Raat” and “Ichha” — which have been created by Mehra’s acting school Reel …. Read the original article : Karan Mehra, Nisha Rawal set for theatre debut.
National award winning children’s film set for legal tangle
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM – Malayalam films might have won laurels at the 57th National Film Awards, but the award given to children’s film “Kesu” directed by Sivan is headed for legal trouble as Sivan’s son was member of the regional jury.
Minutes after the award was announced, ace director Renjith lashed out at the selection made by the …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Indian film ‘Soul of Sand’ creates buzz at Toronto fest
TORONTO – Indian film “Soul of Sand” is creating a buzz at the ongoing Toronto International Film Festival and director Sidharth Srinivasan says his film exposes in a provocative way the underbelly of National Capital Region (NCR), seen as the symbol of new emerging India.
“For me, the NCR is an outpost of progress. It is …. Original source : Indian film ‘Soul of Sand’ creates buzz at Toronto fest.
I’m almost 90 percent blind: Shruti Haasan
NEW DELHI – Shruti Haasan may be seen as fit as a fiddle but she confesses her eyesight is extremely weak and that she heavily depends on spectacles and contact lenses for her vision.
“I’m almost ninety percent blind without my glasses. I can’t see something that is two cms away from me,” the …. Source : I’m almost 90 percent blind: Shruti Haasan.
Norah Jones ‘to release star-studded duets album’
LONDON – Singer Norah Jones is releasing a star-studded duets album.
It features collaborations with artists including the Foo Fighters, Dolly Parton and Outkast.
The Come Away With Me hitmaker has recorded the new disc, titled – Featuring, which includes duets on several tracks … Original source on Gaea Times at : Norah Jones ‘to release star-studded duets album’.
Britney “more than ready” to take control of own affairs
MELBOURNE – Britney Spears’ lawyers have revealed that ‘The Womanizer’ hitmaker is ‘more than ready’ to take control of her personal and professional affairs.
The singer’s lawyers believe the pop singer could be in charge of her own finances again by the end of the year. …. Original source : Britney “more than ready” to take control of own affairs.
Asin to sponsor orphan girl’s education
MUMBAI – Giving expression to her humanitarian side, southern actress Asin Thottumkal has decided to fund the education of Radhika, an eight-year-old orphan girl from Kerala.
“I have been working for children’s education and child rights for a long time and yes, it is true that I have taken over the entire education cost of … Read more : Asin to sponsor orphan girl’s education.
Bhale Mogudu-Bhale Pellam in post-production
September 16, 2010 (Sampurn Wire):Shooting of ‘Bhale Mogudu-Bhale Pellam’ directed by Dineshbabu and produced by Jonnada Ramanamurthy with Rajendra Prasad and Suhasini in the lead was completed recently. Post-production are in progress now. Producer says, ‘Rajendraprasad would appear as an income-tax officer. What are the problems he faced with his wife Suhasini have to be …. Source article : Bhale Mogudu-Bhale Pellam in post-production.
Fans confused about Karan Mehra
September 16, 2010 (Sampurn Wire):The Indian Television Industry is full of Karans, and on top of that, there are Karans with the same last name! So how is one supposed to distinguish between one Karan Mehra a.k.a Naitik of ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’ and another of ‘Behenein’.
A source told TellyCafe.com, “Karan Mehra of … Original article on : Fans confused about Karan Mehra.
Award-Winning Baby on the way for Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardems
LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com) — The Oscar winning director Woody Allen is very much excited with the news of arrival of baby of Penelope Cruz. He thinks that the baby will be someone very special as he/she will be bearing the award wining genes from both of his/her parents.
I’m sure they’ll have a super baby, …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Award-Winning Baby on the way for Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardems.
Salman Signs 3rd Film, Kick, With Sonakshi Sinha
September 16, 2010 (Sampurn Wire): Just a day before the release of his first film with Sonakshi Sinha, Salman Khan has signed another film with the much talked-about debutante.
On Thursday afternoon, producer Sajid Nadiadwala drove down to the Sinhas’ bungalow to sign Sonakshi opposite Salman in the Hindi remake of the Tamil blockbuster …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Salman Signs 3rd Film, Kick, With Sonakshi Sinha.
Naveen Saini’s Chance to Dance
September 16, 2010 (Sampurn Wire):Naveen Saini who plays Veenu Bhaiya in ‘Bidaai’ is obsessed with dancing and people are surprised when they come to know about his flair for dancing. TellyCafe.com caught up with the actor and asked him about it. Commenting on it, he laughs aloud and says, "I love dancing. Whenever I …. Read the original article : Naveen Saini’s Chance to Dance.
Now, women find men sexy right up to the age of 55
LONDON – A new study has shown that women now find men sexy right up to the age of 55.
It means fellows in that age range can still pull in girls but once they reach 56 they become “invisible” to the opposite sex, the poll suggests.
Three in four women …. Original article : Now, women find men sexy right up to the age of 55.
Lady Gaga branded ‘a childish diva’
LONDON – Lady Gaga was branded ‘a childish diva’ by Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour, according to the singer’s biographer.
The British-born journalist met GaGa back in May when she performed at Anna’s Metropolitan Museum Costume Institute Gala.
“She (Lady GaGa) sort of had a …. Original source : Lady Gaga branded ‘a childish diva’.
MJ’s mum sues concert promoter over son’s death
WASHINGTON – Michael Jackson’s mom and children have filed a lawsuit accusing production company AEG Live of breaching its agreement to provide physical care for the star and negligence in their hiring of Dr. Conrad Murray …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Arterton is upset with Hollywood
LONDON – English actress Gemma Arterton says she didn’t get her due in Hollywood.
The former Bond girl, who rose to fame with her role as Agent Fields in “Quantum Of Solace”, said she had been tempted to walk off movie sets over the way she has been treated, reports dailymail.co.uk.
“I’ve nearly walked off …. Original source : Arterton is upset with Hollywood.