Entertainment – Newsletter for October 24, 2010
Sunday, October 24, 2010
Kevin Rudd is Australia’s ‘most valuable tweeter’
MELBOURNE – Australia’s former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has been named the country’s most valuable Twitterati.
A new online rating system, which puts dollar values on Twitter accounts, says the foreign affairs minister is worth about 61,000 dollars – double the second-most valuable Australian, Hollywood star Hugh Jackman, and four times the value of Julia Gillard, … Read : Kevin Rudd is Australia’s ‘most valuable tweeter’.
Taylor Swift slams Kanye West, exes in new album
NEW YORK – Taylor Swift’s latest album stands up to everyone from Kanye West to her famous exes through songs.
The singer’s anticipated new album ‘Speak Now’ comes out Oct. 25.
“I like to make songs that are really detailed, really honest but make you wonder a little bit who they’re about. Sometimes I’ll mention names, sometimes …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Taylor Swift slams Kanye West, exes in new album.
Mel B all set to launch her reality series
MELBOURNE – Former Spice Girl Melanie “Scary Spice” Brown is geared up to launch her reality series, ‘Mel B: It’s A Scary World’.
In allowing the cameras in, Brown, 35, said she wanted to set the record straight on her life, and, indeed, that of her children, Angel, three, and Phoenix, 11.
“My life is kinda out …. Original source : Mel B all set to launch her reality series.
Katy Perry, Russell Brand ‘overjoyed’ to be married
WASHINGTON – Russell Brand and Katy Perry, who had a lavish Indian jungle wedding, are overjoyed with their nuptials.
Hours after saying, “I do!” a rep for the couple released the following statement to UsMagazine.com:
“Russell Brand and Katy Perry are overjoyed to confirm that they were pronounced Mr. and Mrs. Brand on Saturday, October 23,” the … Read more »»».
Valaya woos audience with fine detailing, muted colours
NEW DELHI – Cowl neck tops, tulle dresses, georgette saris, halter neck tunics and pleated kurtas paired with elegant jewellery grabbed everyone’s attention at the J.J. Valaya show for the ongoing Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week (WIFW).
While other designers on the inaugural day of this five-day business-to-business event chose to showcase a fusion line …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Valaya woos audience with fine detailing, muted colours.
Freebee, not discount is this year’s mantra for Diwali sale
NEW DELHI – Planning to buy a plasma TV and a designer watch this Diwali? Then how about getting both the things at the cost of one!
With the festive season in full swing, consumer durable companies are offering expensive freebies with main products, instead of the traditional cash discounts, to push sales. The reason: … Read more >>>.
‘Rakta Charitra’ Hogs Limelight
MUMBAI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The much awaited film ‘Rakta Charitra‘ made on the life and rise of slain politician Paritala Ravi has been released and it has become the center of media attention. Ram Gopal Verma known for making realistic and hard hitting films based on real life incidents has chosen the well known … Read more >>.
Cheryl Cole would like to be friends with ex-hubby Ashley
LONDON – X Factor judge Cheryl Cole says she would like to remain friends with her ex-husband Ashley.
“We’ve been divorced. That’s a pretty big ending. Maybe we can be friends… one day,” the Scotsman quoted her as saying.
Cole said she felt “embarrassed” dealing with reports of her husband’s infidelity while in the media spotlight.
“I’m human. … Read more >>>.
Natalie Portman’s father ‘upset’ with her explicit sex scenes in new movie
LONDON – Natalie Portman’s relationship with her father is said to have become ‘very frosty’ over explicit sex scenes in her latest movie.
The star’s father Avner Hershlag is said to be unhappy with the scenes in psychological thriller Black Swan in which his daughter plays a lesbian ballerina.
She has previously turned down roles, including … Read more : Natalie Portman’s father ‘upset’ with her explicit sex scenes in new movie.
Celine Dion gives birth to twin boys
NEW YORK – Celine Dion gave birth to twin boys at a Florida hospital on Saturday.
The Grammy-winning singer, 42, welcomed twin boys with husband Rene Angelil just one minute apart from each other, at 11:11 a.m. and 11:12 a.m.
“Celine is resting now and they plan to discuss what to name the boys when she … Read more »».
LiLo’s pals think work can be hazardous to her health
WASHINGTON – Lindsay Lohan’s close pals think that rushing her back into the spotlight could be a dangerous move.
The actress’ team has been devouring movie scripts, furiously setting up meetings, and organizing fashion projects, all in anticipation of the ‘Mean Girls’ star’s release from rehab – January 3, 2011, reports TMZ.
But according to her … Read more : LiLo’s pals think work can be hazardous to her health.
LiLo claims she can’t afford to pay for treatment and needs to work
NEW YORK – Lindsay Lohan has apparently claimed that she is broke and needs to work.
The supposedly shaky state of Lohan’s finances was revealed in a probation report after a Beverly Hills judge ordered the drug-addled actress to go back into rehab – but spared her a stint in jail.
“She indicates she can not afford …. Source article on Gaea Times at : LiLo claims she can’t afford to pay for treatment and needs to work.
Russell Brand ties the knot with Katy Perry in big, fat Indian jungle wedding
LONDON – Finally! The big, fat Indian jungle wedding of Russell Brand and Katy Perry took place as per plans at the tiger reserve in west India on Saturday.
In keeping with the Hindu tradition, which inspired the ceremony, the groom arrived on horseback – while the elephants, camels and more horses formed part of the … Original article on : Russell Brand ties the knot with Katy Perry in big, fat Indian jungle wedding.
Robert Pattinson In Sexy Avtaar!
LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- There is no doubt over the fact that Robert Pattinson is conceived as the sexiest on screen vampire of all times. The handsome actor who achieved extraordinary super stardom with the release of the first ‘Twilight’ movie a few years back, consolidated his position and became even more popular with the …. Source article : Robert Pattinson In Sexy Avtaar!.
Bhansali and me can communicate even in silence: Aishwarya Rai
MUMBAI – Aishwarya Rai, who once again teams up with Sanjay Leela Bhansali in “Guzaarish”, says they share a strange connection. The beautiful actress also says that the sensitive film helped the whole team reconnect with the goodness inside them.
“We are so strangely connected that we can communicate so much in silence. You can’t bring …. Original article : Bhansali and me can communicate even in silence: Aishwarya Rai.
Selita Ebanks Praised By Kanye West
LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- When Kanye West performed the song “Runaway” at MTV Video Music Awards, he promised his fans that he would come up with a 35 minutes short film based on the song. His much anticipated short film “Runaway” premiered on Landmark Sunshine Cinema on Thursday in New York and the movie managed …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Selita Ebanks Praised By Kanye West.
Celine Dion gives birth to twins
LOS ANGELES – Canadian singer Celine Dion gave birth to fraternal twin boys in Florida, People.com reported Saturday.
“Celine, Rene and their son Rene-Charles are thrilled,” the 42-year-old singer’s representative told People, adding that the babies were healthy but would spend the next few days in an incubator because they were born premature.
“Celine is … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Celine Dion gives birth to twins.
‘Ethical hacking’ expert Ankit Fadia plans novel, movie on cyber terrorism
NEW DELHI – He is a master at “ethical hacking”, has authored 14 books and is all of 25. And now Ankit Fadia is all set to pen a fictional novel on cyber terrorism which he hopes to convert into a movie some day.
“I am writing a fiction novel on cyber terrorism. Depending upon … Original source on Gaea Times at : ‘Ethical hacking’ expert Ankit Fadia plans novel, movie on cyber terrorism.
Church does everything differently in new relationship
LONDON – Singer Charlotte Church says she is “doing everything differently” in her new relationship with musician Jonathan Powell.
The singer, who split from Gavin Henson early this year, revealed she is happier than ever with her new musician boyfriend, reports femalefirst.co.uk.
“I love it. I’ve learned lessons and I am going into the relationship …. Original source : Church does everything differently in new relationship.
Keira Knightley to return to theatre
LONDON – British actress Keira Knightley is set to make a comeback on the stage after acting in “The Misanthrope” last year.
The “Pirates of the Caribbean” star took to the stage in December 2009 in an adaptation of playwright Moliere’s classic, opposite Damian Lewis and Tara Fitzgerald. Knightley’s performance was, however, mauled by critics …. Source article : Keira Knightley to return to theatre.