Jaya Bachchan turns down Rajya Sabha nomination

LUCKNOW – Actress-politician Jaya Bachchan has turned down the Rajya Sabha nomination offered to her by the Samajwadi Party, party leaders here said Friday.

Bachchan, who was renominated for a second term by SP chief Mulayam Singh Yadav, sent a message from Istanbul.
The nomination for a second term was seen as a rebuff to …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Jaya Bachchan turns down Rajya Sabha nomination.

Monjack buried next to wife Brittany Murphy

NEW YORK – British screenwriter Simon Monjack has been laid to rest next to his wife Brittany Murphy at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Los Angeles.

“It was Simon’s wish to be laid to rest next to her,” people.com quoted family spokesman Roger Neal as saying.
Brittany’s mother Sharon Murphy and Monjack’s mother Linda spoke …. Read the original article  : Monjack buried next to wife Brittany Murphy.

Alicia Keys engaged, pregnant with first child

NEW YORK – Singer Alicia Keys is in for a double celebration. She is expecting her first child with rapper beau Swizz Beatz. The couple are planning to get married by the end of this year.

The musicians “are expecting a baby and are engaged to be married in a private ceremony later this year,” said …. Source  : Alicia Keys engaged, pregnant with first child.

End of Harry Potter series is like death of a friend: Watson

LONDON – British actress Emma Watson says she is so attached to the “Harry Potter” franchise that she feels like a friend is dying as the series is coming to an end.
“I feel like someone is dying, I know that sounds like an exaggeration but I really do. I am not planning to …. Read the original article  : here.

Britons cut sleeping hour during recession

LONDON – Britons have lost almost an hour’s sleep a night during the global recession, a new study has revealed.

On an average, a Briton gets only six hours and 21 minutes to sleep which is almost an hour less than two years ago. Stress and worry are keeping the country awake at night and millions … Read : Britons cut sleeping hour during recession.

Misbehaving kids should be locked in rooms, says expert

MELBOURNE – Nigel Latta, host of The Politically Incorrect Parenting Show says parents should lock their kids in their rooms, if they misbehave.

Latta believes rationalising with naughty toddlers is like trying to talk to “drunk rugby hoons with language skills of a …. Read the original article  : here.

Roger Waters to recreate Pink Floyd’s ‘The Wall’ magic

LONDON – English singer and founding member of the rock band Pink Floyd, Roger Waters will be reviving the band’s hit and innovative album ‘The Wall’ after thirty years since it was originally performed.

When staged earlier, the show went to just four cities between 1980 and …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Roger Waters to recreate Pink Floyd’s ‘The Wall’ magic.

Miley Cyrus ‘dating’ both Liam Hemsworth and Justin Bieber

LONDON – Miley Cyrus is killing two birds with one stone these days, as she claims dating two men at the same time.

The Hannah Montana star says she’s spoilt for choice dating Aussie hunk Liam Hemsworth – and pint-sized singer Justin Bieber.

“I have my travel-size boyfriend and I …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Chicken curry and dal tadka in Istanbul

ISTANBUL – Chicken curry, papad, dal tadka, gajar ka halwa….all this and more was churned out at an Indian restaurant in the heart of Istanbul to cater to Abhishek Bachchan and others shooting in Turkey’s commercial capital and most important city for a Bollywood film.
Imran M. Rana, the affable owner of Musafir Indian …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Chicken curry and dal tadka in Istanbul.

DiCaprio wants to save tigers

LONDON – Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio has launched a campaign to protect the tigers.

“Tigers are endangered and critical to some of the world’s most important eco-systems. Key conservation efforts can save the tiger from extinction, protect some of the planet’s last wild habitats and help sustain the local communities surrounding them,” contactmusic.com quoted him as … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : DiCaprio wants to save tigers.

Pattinson, Witherspoon’s chemistry on Water for Elephants set ‘magic’

WASHINGTON – Robert Pattinson and Reese Witherspoon share a ‘magical’ chemistry on the set of their upcoming film “Water for Elephants”, says a source.

A source close to the film explained that the chemistry between the two actors so far is ‘magic’, reports the FOXNews.com

“Rob worked with Reese seven years ago on …. Original article  : Pattinson, Witherspoon’s chemistry on Water for Elephants set ‘magic’.

Big B learns video editing

NEW DELHI – Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan is now trying his hand at video editing.

“After an entire morning of learning how to edit a DVD on my own, I have finally managed a little snippet,” Amitabh wrote on his blog bigb.bigadda.com.
“That little snippet was an attempt to understand the business of editing,” he …. Original article  : Big B learns video editing.

Liz Hurley’s son makes acting debut

LONDON – Hollywood actress Liz Hurley’s son seems to be following his mother by embracing acting — beginning with a school play.

Eight-year-old Damian is multi-millionaire ex-husband Steve Bing’s son. Hurley has been coaching him for weeks, reports express.co.uk. Liz, 44, is now married to Indian textile heir Arun Nayar.
“(In the) school play … he …. Read the original article  : here.

Diff’rent Strokes’ Gary Coleman ‘critical’ after fall

MELBOURNE – Actor Gary Coleman has been reportedly hospitalized in Utah following a fall in his home.

The ‘Diff’rent Strokes’ star’s brother-in-law revealed that he injured his head and is in a critical condition, reports The Herald Sun.

Coleman, who suffers from a congenital kidney disease, had … Read more »».

Movie Review: Singam – Roars powerfully

May 28, 2010 (Sampurn Wire): Singam – Roars powerfully
Banner: Sun Pictures, Studio Green, Big Pictures
Production: K.E. Gnyanavel Rajan, Kalanidhi Maaran
Direction: Hari
Star-casts: Surya, Anushka, Prakash Raj, Vivek, Nasser, Manorama, Vijayakumar and others
Music: Devi Sri Prasad
Verdict: Excellent piece of work
Rating: 4/5
It’s really been a very long time that our movie buffs enjoyed watching a good film. …. Source  : Movie Review: Singam – Roars powerfully.

“100 Questions” Aired, Disappoints Critics

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- NBC aired the debut episode of its newest series, “100 Questions,” on Thursday. The episode did not turn out much to the satisfaction of the viewers, who felt that NBC could have done much better than just rehashing old stuff, and that too in a not-so-new package. In fact, most of … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : “100 Questions” Aired, Disappoints Critics.

Kirsten Dunst’s ex-assistants deny drugs claim

NEW YORK – Kirsten Dunst’s former assistants have denied the defense’s claim that there was a drug fest going on during the actress’ party in 2007.

“No, there was no celebration,” The New York Post quoted personal assistant Liat Baruch telling a Manhattan Supreme Court jury, testifying …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Kirsten Dunst’s ex-assistants deny drugs claim.

J-Lo, Anthony to renew wedding vows

LONDON – Singer-actress Jennifer Lopez is planning to renew her wedding vows with husband Marc Anthony next month.

The couple plan to celebrate their sixth anniversary by re-exchanging vows at a lavish ceremony at their new Hidden Hills California estate June 5.
“This is a big anniversary. They even have a gift registry,” usmagazine.com quoted a …. Source  : J-Lo, Anthony to renew wedding vows.

Gary Coleman Hospitalized After Fall

SALT LAKE CITY (GaeaTimes.com)- Former child star ‘Gary Coleman’ has been hospitalized in Utah after he reportedly received head injuries due to a fall. The comedian who was hospitalized recently in January and February for having seizures has been admitted to the ICU for a ’serious medical condition’ according to sources close to his …. Source article  : Gary Coleman Hospitalized After Fall.

Tom Cruise Dies False Death

New Zealand (GaeaTimes.com)- Another Hollywood celebrity hoax death infiltrates the web. Right after the rumor has spread on the net, ‘Tom Cruise dead’ is the question being asked by one and all. This has been the third report of its kind, following the false deaths of actors Tom Hanks and Johnny Depp in …. Original article  : Tom Cruise Dies False Death.

Birwa To Reveal The Dark Secret In Bandini

May 28, 2010 (Sampurn Wire): NDTV Imagine’s popular show ‘Bandini’ has gone through many twists and turns with the lead character Santu’s journey towards marital happiness, crossing the barriers of age, caste, class as well as the various obstacles in her way.
Now, as per the present track, Dharamraj Mahiyavanshi popularly known as DM, a … Read more >>>.

Dangerous stunts – Bollywood beauties game for it

NEW DELHI – Cuts and bruises are no bar. From Priyanka Chopra to Deepika Padukone to Aishwarya Rai, Bollywood actresses are willingly treading on treacherous terrain as they get into action mode like their male co-stars.
“Just because I’m a girl it shouldn’t be presumed that I can’t enter the boys’ territory. I’d do …. Source article  : Dangerous stunts – Bollywood beauties game for it.

Kendra Exposed Video: Kendra Cashes In

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- Kendra Wilkinson has redefined the Sex-Tape scandals by cashing in on the sale and distribution of her own ‘Kendra Exposed’ Video. The hot blond was reportedly paid $680000 upfront by a distributor and also a share of the profits. The well marketed video has become a hot search on the web … Read more >>.

Swizz Beatz And Alicia Keys Baby

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys have declared in front of the media about Alicia Keys being pregnant. The couple is engaged to each other and they are all set to enter the wedlock towards the end of this year. Swizz Beatz’s agent informs that the music producer is very happy and the …. Original article  : Swizz Beatz And Alicia Keys Baby.

Alicia Keys pregnant with first child

MELBOURNE – American singer Alicia Keys’ publicist has confirmed the news that the singer is pregnant with her first baby.

According to CNN, Keys and her fianci rapper Swizz Beatz announced the good news after weeks of speculation.

The couple has been dating since 2008 and is …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Mia Michaels To Judge Dancers

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- With “So You Think You Can Dance” premiering its seventh season on Thursday, the show has come up with some notable changes. The most prominent among them is the judge of the reality dance show. Mia Michaels, the renowned choreographer will judge the ten pair of contestants who will dance … Read : Mia Michaels To Judge Dancers.

‘Busy’ Mick Jagger hires assistant to update his blog

LONDON – Sir Mick Jagger has hired a personal assistant to update his online blogs – as he is too busy to do it himself.

The Rolling Stones front man has accounts on both Facebook and Twitter.com, but his hectic schedule doesn’t give him a chance keep …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

The Oprah Winfrey Show To go Off Air In 2011

May 28, 2010 (Sampurn Wire): Oprah Winfrey’s famous television talk show “The Oprah Winfrey Show” will go off air in 2011 after a successful running of twenty five years as she sets up her own cable TV network.
Getting a step closer to this, her charity ‘The Angel Network’, which stemmed from her popular daytime …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : The Oprah Winfrey Show To go Off Air In 2011.

Yusuf Islam should be denied visa unless he repudiates threats against Rushdie, says Oz MP

MELBOURNE – A Victorian MP has said that singer and songwriter Yusuf Islam formerly known as Cat Stevens, should be denied visa unless he retracts his threats against author Salman Rushdie.

“He said that Salman Rushdie should be killed,” The Herald Sun quoted the Democratic Labor Party MP, Peter Kavanagh as … Original article on : Yusuf Islam should be denied visa unless he repudiates threats against Rushdie, says Oz MP.

Bruce Willis wants to be picky about his roles

LONDON – Bruce Willis has declared that he will not do any role that comes his way – instead he is going to carefully pick and choose whichever role he thinks suits him best.

After doing one action movie after another during his career, it’s no wonder that the Hollywood action man … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Bruce Willis wants to be picky about his roles.

Priya Wal Is Back With Her Bratty Image In Star Ones Show

May 28, 2010 (Sampurn Wire):Priya Wal, who became popular through her character ‘Anvesha’ in the ‘Star One’ show ‘Remix’, is now back with her bratty image again with Star One show ‘Fanaa’, where she plays a college student.
After ‘Remix’, Wal was seen in some other shows which included roles in ‘Kahani Ghar Ghar …. Read the original article  : Priya Wal Is Back With Her Bratty Image In Star Ones Show.

Tim Burtons Alice In Wonderland Crosses The $1 Billion Mark

May 28, 2010 (Sampurn Wire): Director Tim Burton has another achievement in his credit after leading the jury at the recently held ‘Cannes Film Festival’.
His latest film, the 3D adaptation of Alice in Wonderland, has become the sixth movie to cross the $1 billion mark at the worldwide box office. Burton’s film is … Read more >>>.

Old Wounds Revive For Mukti On Zara Nachke Dikha

May 28, 2010 (Sampurn Wire):A reality show in Indian Television is incomplete without any emotions and most of the time it looks fake. However, we had an exception when ‘Zara Nachke Dikha’ contestant Mukti Mohan broke down while performing to the track ‘Jiya Jale’.

The story goes that former ‘Dance India Dance’ contestant Mukti was crestfallen … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Old Wounds Revive For Mukti On Zara Nachke Dikha.

Old Wounds Revive For Mukti On Zara Nachke Dikha

May 28, 2010 (Sampurn Wire):A reality show in Indian Television is incomplete without any emotions and most of the time it looks fake. However, we had an exception when ‘Zara Nachke Dikha’ contestant Mukti Mohan broke down while performing to the track ‘Jiya Jale’.
The story goes that former ‘Dance India Dance’ contestant Mukti was …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Old Wounds Revive For Mukti On Zara Nachke Dikha.

2-Year-Old Smoking Cigarette Video: Shocking!

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- Ardi Rizal is just like any other common, cute, two year old kid. He lives in a remote village in Indonesia with his parents. However, what sets him really apart is the fact that he actually smokes cigarettes. The astonishing and rather repulsive fact has come into the attention of …. Source  : 2-Year-Old Smoking Cigarette Video: Shocking!.

With No New Release, BC And HF To Benefit From ‘Kites’ Debacle

May 28, 2010 (Sampurn Wire): The tremendous hype of ‘Kites’ over the last three years has ensured that no film can even dreamt of coming close to it. It’s no wonder, therefore, that there is not a single notable Bollywood release taking place this week.

In any case, it is a much better situation to … Original source on Gaea Times at : With No New Release, BC And HF To Benefit From ‘Kites’ Debacle.

With No New Release, BC And HF To Benefit From ‘Kites’ Debacle

May 28, 2010 (Sampurn Wire): The tremendous hype of ‘Kites’ over the last three years has ensured that no film can even dreamt of coming close to it. It’s no wonder, therefore, that there is not a single notable Bollywood release taking place this week.
In any case, it is a much better situation … Original article on : With No New Release, BC And HF To Benefit From ‘Kites’ Debacle.

Matt Damon Receives American Cinematheque Award

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- ABC aired the Matt Damon tribute called “Hollywood Salutes Matt Damon” on Saturday night. Reportedly, Matt Damon was presented the 24th annual American Cinematheque Award where Hollywood biggies had flocked together to grace the occasion and congratulate their fellow star. Among the other notable celebs who were present at the award ceremony, …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Gloria Gaynor’s I Will Survive catchiest song of all time

London, May 28 (ANI): Gloria Gaynor’s disco anthem I Will Survive is the catchiest song of all time, according to a study.

Hey Jude by The Beatles, Gene Kelly’s Singing In The Rain, Abba’s Dancing Queen, and Queen’s We Will Rock You are the other top songs people cannot get out of their heads.

According to … Read : Gloria Gaynor’s I Will Survive catchiest song of all time.

Kristen Stewart feels ‘raped’ by paparazzi

MELBOURNE – Twilight star Kirsten Stewart says being photographed and falsely reported by paparazzi makes her feel she’s being raped.

According to Showbizspy.com, the star told Britain’s magazine that she hates being stalked by men with cameras.

She said: “All you see is an actor or a celebrity lit up but a flash.

“It’s so… The photos are …. Read the original article  : here.