Entertainment – Newsletter for July 21, 2010
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
SRK ropes in Tom Wu for ‘Ra.One’
NEW DELHI – Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has roped in Chinese-American actor Tom Wu for his home production “Ra.One”.
“…a big welcome to Tom Wu in the film cast. He is so humble and such a sport… really nice to have him on board,” Shah Rukh, 44, posted on his Twitter page.
Tom Wu, a …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Omi Vaidya gets choosy, wants meaningful roles
NEW DELHI – He is a busy guy – taking diction classes everyday to improve his Hindi, gearing up to host a reality show and, of course, going through movie offers. Indian-American Omi Vaidya, Chatur Ramalingam from “3 Idiots”, is in no hurry to do films and says he will select his offers carefully.
“I am …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Omi Vaidya gets choosy, wants meaningful roles.
Hayden Panettiere eyes theatre
LONDON – Hayden Panettiere has revealed that she wants to land a role in a play.
The 20-year-old began her career as a child star with a variety of TV roles, including a stint in ‘Ally McBeal’ and soap opera ‘One Life to Live’ before making her breakthrough in sci-fi show ‘Heroes’.
Panettiere has also notched … Read more >>>.
Megan Fox makes first public appearance since her secret wedding
LONDON – Megan Fox has made her first public appearance post marriage by turning out for a charitable award function in Los Angeles.
The ceremony, VH1 Do Something Awards, which is held to celebrate stars and young people who have contributed to social change, was hosted by Glee star Jane Lynch, reports the Daily …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Mel Gibson selling his California home
LONDON – Mel Gibson’s California home he once shared with ex-girlfriend Oksana Grigorieva has been put up for sale
Gibson’s expansive property, Lavender Hill Farm in Malibu, California, features six bedrooms and six bathrooms, fruit orchards, a tennis court and a pool, reports the Daily Star.
The mansion has been put on sale in the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Mel Gibson selling his California home.
Enrique Iglesias ‘takes picture of his crotch onstage’
LONDON – Enrique Iglesias apparently shocked audience while performing at a concert in Las Vegas.
The singer was performing in Sin City, when a devotee handed him a digital device.
Iglesias apparently grabbed the fan’s camera and took a saucy picture of down his trousers, reports the Daily Star.
Even the photographs taken at the concert show …. Original article : Enrique Iglesias ‘takes picture of his crotch onstage’.
Mel Gibson accused of assaulting daughter
LONDON – In an explosive new tape, Mel Gibson’s ex-girlfriend Oksana Grigorieva has claimed that the actor assaulted her and their daughter Lucia in a fit of rage.
According to RadarOnline.com, Grigorieva is heard telling the Mad Max star, “You’re acting as a crazy man right now and you have been for many, many … Read : Mel Gibson accused of assaulting daughter.
TomKat to appear on reality show
MELBOURNE – Hollywood actor Tom Cruise and wife Katie Holmes are considering appearing on a reality TV reality show to prove that their family is “normal”.
“They want to portray themselves as a normal family who do normal things,” News.com.au quoted a source as telling Britain’s Grazia magazine.
“They are aware that Katie is being …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Kylie Minogue finds Lady Gaga’s fashion choices ‘outlandish’
NEW YORK – Australian pop singer Kylie Minogue has revealed that it’s unimaginable for her to wear Lady Gaga’s “outlandish outfits.”
The 42 -year-old star is currently promoting her latest album ‘Aphrodite.’
Minogue said she is adventurous with her fashion choices for photo shoots and when she performs on stage, but “could never do that full … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Kylie Minogue finds Lady Gaga’s fashion choices ‘outlandish’.
Consumers love brands that they perceive as underdogs
WASHINGTON – A team of researchers, including an Indian-origin scientist, has revealed that consumers strongly relate to brands that they perceive as underdogs.
“Across contexts, cultures, and time periods, underdog narratives have inspired people. Stories about underdogs are pervasive in sports, politics, religion, literature, and film,” said authors Neeru Paharia, Anat Keinan, Jill Avery and Juliet …. Source : Consumers love brands that they perceive as underdogs.
Britney cleared of child abuse allegations
LONDON – American singer Britney Spears has been cleared of child abuse allegations.
A former bodyguard of the 28-year-old singer accused her of beating sons Sean Preston, 4, and Jayden James, 3.
Fernando Flores claimed that Britney asked him for his belt and used it on the children.
He also accused the ‘Toxic’ hitmaker … Read : Britney cleared of child abuse allegations.
Cowell’s girlfriend wants to start family
LONDON – Simon Cowell’s fianc??e Mezhgan Hussainy wants to start a family and bear his child, but isn’t too sure about the music mogul’s reaction.
“She’s already told her friends ‘I want to have Simon’s baby – and I’m not prepared to wait much longer,” femalefirst.co.uk quoted a source as saying. “She said last week that … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Cowell’s girlfriend wants to start family.
Exclusive Interview With Screenwriter-Filmmaker Sharath Haridasan
July 20, 2010 (Sampurn Wire): Screenwriters often do not get the recognition they deserve. All the praising is meant for actors and other technicians. Precisely, the credits of screenwriters literally go unnoticed. Nonetheless, here comes a talented screenwriter from God’s own country, who has won laurels for his screenplay for the film Ananthapurathu Veedu. …. Source : Gaea News Network.
The Father of Farrah Abraham’s Child Died
LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes) — The life of Farrah Abraham, an aspiring model changed dramatically after she got pregnant. But once she featured in the MTV’s show “Teen Mom” things went just a little better.
Although Farrah never revealed anything about the baby’s father in the show, some striking news threw light into her past. Reports claim …. Source article on Gaea Times at : The Father of Farrah Abraham’s Child Died.
JDIFT Holds JD Annual Design Awards 2010 In New Delhi
July 21, 2010 (Sampurn Wire): JD Institute of Fashion Technology had recently organized the JD Annual Design Awards 2010 in New Delhi to celebrate the 21st ‘Graduation Day’ in the institute.
The fashion show was aimed to showcase the works of the budding and potential designers. The show displayed an attractive line of western, ethnic and … Read more »»».
Wait And Watch” – Shekhar On Hrithik In ‘Paani’
July 21, 2010 (Sampurn Wire): Over the last few weeks, there have been continued speculations over Hrithik’s presence (or the lack of it) in Shekhar Kapur’s ‘Paani’. While there has been a continued silence on the part of the makers, what cannot be ignored is the fact that there indeed has been some news … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Wait And Watch” – Shekhar On Hrithik In ‘Paani’.
We Miss Sara And Kinshuk Angad Hasija
July 21, 2010 (Sampurn Wire): After Rajan Shahi’s ‘Bidaai’ took a leap, there were many changes incorporated within the show. Two of its major characters had bid adieu to the show and not only the audience but also the actors on the sets who had got used to the routine, had to suffer the …. Read the original article : We Miss Sara And Kinshuk Angad Hasija.
Kangna Ranaut Awaits New Movie Release
MUMBAI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Kangna Ranaut is excited about her upcoming Bollywood flick “Once Upon A Time In Mumbai”. Kangna Ranaut told the media that it was great to be teamed up with Emraan Hashmi and Ajay Devgan who are today’s most powerful performers in Bollywood.
Kangna Ranaut essays the role of Ajay Devgan’s love interest in … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Kangna Ranaut Awaits New Movie Release.
Will Himesh, Hashmi Take To Fear Factor?
July 21, 2010 (Sampurn Wire): The cricketers are out as Colors chases 13 hunks from different fields for ‘Fear Factor – Khatron Ke Khiladi’, special edition. Himesh Reshammiya and Emraan Hashmi may not quite be hunks, but if they agree, the duo is likely to be most celebrated names from a list that contains …. Source : Gaea News Network.
MTV’s If You Really Knew Me Throws New Challenges
LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)– High school is very challenging and interesting for the fresh students. This fact is revived in the MTV’s new series, If You Really Knew Me on Tuesdays at 23:00 ET.
What can you expect from the show? The first episode, ‘Freedom High’ of If You ReallyKnew Me deals with the high school, Freedom …. Original article : MTV’s If You Really Knew Me Throws New Challenges.