Big B falls short of Sachin’s Twitter record

NEW DELHI – Amitabh Bachchan may be the megastar of Bollywood, but his draw of 37,500 fans on the first day of Twitter was far less than that of Sachin Tendulkar at 79,000.
Tendulkar was bitten by the Twitter bug early this month, while Amitabh joined Twitter Tuesday and got plenty of welcome messages …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Big B falls short of Sachin’s Twitter record.

Corporation for Public Broadcasting grants $6M to expand PBS investigative series ‘Frontline’

Federal funds to expand PBS investigative series

WASHINGTON – Federal funding will expand the PBS investigative series “Frontline” to a year-round broadcast schedule over the next two years.
On Tuesday, the federally funded Corporation for Public Broadcasting announced a $6 million grant over two years for the program from WGBH in Boston.
The announcement follows $10 million to …. Source  : Corporation for Public Broadcasting grants $6M to expand PBS investigative series ‘Frontline’.

Vijays Velayudham to be launched in grandeur

May 19, 2010 (Sampurn Wire): Followed by the grand success of Kamal Haasan’s ‘Dasavatharam’ and Surya starrer ‘Vaaranam Aayiram’, producer Ravichandran has been maintaining a low profile as he didn’t launch any films. Couple of his films – ‘Moscowin Kaveri’ and ‘Leelai’ is yet to be released in spite of having completed the shooting … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Vijays Velayudham to be launched in grandeur.

Twilight stars embroiled in pay dispute

LONDON – Twilight director Catherine Hardwicke has landed herself into the alleged pay dispute which threatens to delay the final instalment of the movie franchise, insisting the film’s supporting cast “probably do” deserve a wage increase.

Although lead cast actors Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart are receiving multi-million pound pay cheques stars like Ashley Greene and …. Read the original article  : here.

‘Kites’ will be the successor of ‘3 Idiots’: experts

NEW DELHI – Super duper hit and the successor of “3 Idiots” is how multiplex bosses predict the future of Hrithik Roshan-Barbara Mori starrer international love story “Kites”, which is releasing Friday.

“We have very high expectations from ‘Kites’ as after ‘3 Idiots’ this will be the biggest release. We are going to have 13 …. Read the original article  : ‘Kites’ will be the successor of ‘3 Idiots’: experts.

Miranda Kerr feels sorry for Aussie banker caught ogling at her naked pics

MELBOURNE – The last time Victoria’s Secret angel Miranda Kerr shot for a racy GQ photoshoot, a misfortunate Australian banker almost lost his job. Now, the model has posed for yet another racy shoot for GQ magazine’s June issue.

The Macquarie Banker, David Kiely, was caught on live TV looking at naked pics of Miranda Kerr. … Read more : Miranda Kerr feels sorry for Aussie banker caught ogling at her naked pics.

Parker To Take Seven Year Old Son To See Sex

SARAH JESSICA PARKER plans to take her seven-year-old son JAMES WILKIE to see mum in the SEX & THE CITY sequel – but she’ll be making excuses to take him out of the cinema during two saucy scenes.
The actress won’t reveal why the scenes are so unsuitable for a young boy, … Read more »»».

Wentz Thanks Fans For Concern Over Son

PETE WENTZ has thanked fans for their concern after his son was involved in a minor car accident on Tuesday (18May10).

The incident occurred in Cold Water Canyon in Los Angeles while young Bronx, almost 18 months, was being looked after by a nanny.
The rocker rushed to the scene of the accident …. Read the original article  : Wentz Thanks Fans For Concern Over Son.

Humble rickshaws to get designer makeover for Games

NEW DELHI – Some will use antique gramophones, others the colours of Bollywood or inspiration from the clean lines of a paper plane… designer cycle rickshaws could be plying at the Commonwealth Games village if things go according to plan.

“Two months ago we had made a proposal to the Commonwealth Games Organising Committee … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Humble rickshaws to get designer makeover for Games.

Kemp Owes Success To Dad

SPANDAU BALLET star GARY KEMP credits his late father with his career success – because an unwanted Christmas gift pushed him into songwriting.

The 50 year old, who fronts the band with his brother Martin, was given a guitar at the age of 11 and admits the instrument was the last thing he wanted … Read more >>>.

Humble rickshaws to get designer makeover for Games

NEW DELHI – Some will use antique gramophones, others the colours of Bollywood or inspiration from the clean lines of a paper plane… designer cycle rickshaws could be plying at the Commonwealth Games village if things go according to plan.

“Two months ago we had made a proposal to the Commonwealth Games Organising Committee …. Source article  : Humble rickshaws to get designer makeover for Games.

Humble rickshaws to get designer makeover for Games

NEW DELHI – Some will use antique gramophones, others the colours of Bollywood or inspiration from the clean lines of a paper plane… designer cycle rickshaws could be plying at the Commonwealth Games village if things go according to plan.

“Two months ago we had made a proposal to the Commonwealth Games Organising Committee … Read : Humble rickshaws to get designer makeover for Games.

Jagger ’stones’ Success Is Down To Luck’

SIR MICK JAGGER is convinced the longevity of the ROLLING STONES is largely down to luck, insisting the group just happened to be “in the right place at the right time”.

The rockers started out in the 1960s and have maintained their popularity for more than 40 years, releasing several chart-topping albums and winning …. Read the original article  : Jagger ’stones’ Success Is Down To Luck’.

Wood Opens Up Home For Pop-up Restaurant

RONNIE WOOD’s estranged wife is opening up the couple’s former marital home in London for a pop-up restaurant venture.

Jo Wood, who founded food company Mrs Paisley’s Lashings, is playing host to the at-home diner in a bid to educate members of the public about the benefits of organic produce.
She explains, “Mrs [..] Read the original article: here.

Mccready Reopening Custody Case

Troubled country star MINDY MCCREADY is launching a legal bid to regain custody of her four-year-old son.

McCready’s mother, Gayle, won custody of Zander in 2007 after a fight with the singer over her drink and drugs demons.
It came just two years after the youngster’s father, Billy McKnight, was charged with attempted … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Mccready Reopening Custody Case.

Limp Bizkit Scrap Tour To Stage Better Shows

LIMP BIZKIT are postponing a string of summer (10) concerts – so they can move the U.S. tour into bigger arena venues.

The rockers have scrapped gig plans for July and August (10) in a bid to give fans “the best experience possible” and are in the process of working out new dates.
…. Source article  : Limp Bizkit Scrap Tour To Stage Better Shows.

Greene ‘lutz Is Hotter Than Pattinson’

TWILIGHT star ASHLEY GREENE can’t understand why women fuss over co-star ROBERT PATTINSON when her other movie brother, KELLAN LUTZ, is the best-looking guy on set.
The actress admits she has never been attracted to Brit Pattinson, but has considered a romantic hook-up with Lutz and sometimes wishes they weren’t such good … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Greene ‘lutz Is Hotter Than Pattinson’.

Winehouse Back In Hospital

AMY WINEHOUSE has sparked further fears for her health after she was admitted to hospital following a drinking session at the weekend (15-16May10), according to a U.K. report.

The Back To Black hitmaker has sought medical attention several times in recent weeks. Last month (Apr10), she was taken to a hospital after a drunken …. Original article  : Winehouse Back In Hospital.

Facts Of The Day (Mischa Barton)

MISCHA BARTON got a glimpse of her wedding day in Spain on Tuesday (18May10) when she modelled a ROSA CLARA gown on the runway. The actress/model took to the catwalk for Barcelona Bridal Week.
… Original source on Gaea Times at : Facts Of The Day (Mischa Barton).

Melua In Elevator Scare

Singer KATIE MELUA was left red-faced behind the scenes at a recent concert when she got trapped in an elevator.

The Closest Thing To Crazy hitmaker is currently playing shows around the U.K. – but she admits they haven’t been without incident.
Melua hopped into the elevator while dashing from her dressing room … Original article on : Melua In Elevator Scare.