Entertainment – Newsletter for November 2, 2010

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Cash registers jingle as foreigners wed in Rajasthan

JAIPUR – Marriages may be made in heaven, but many are surely billed in Rajasthan. From Indophile celebrities to lovelorn backpackers, weddings for foreigners have become the state’s latest money-spinner.

Trade estimates put the figure at over Rs.500-800 million ($11-18 million), with an average annual growth rate of 20-25 percent.
As per travel industry estimates, about …. Original article  : Cash registers jingle as foreigners wed in Rajasthan.

Shah Rukh turns 45, readies for superhero avatar

MUMBAI – In film after film, Shah Rukh Khan has romanced the screen as the ultimate lover boy. As he turned 45 Tuesday, the unconventional looking youngster who took Bollywood by storm 18 years ago was set to blaze a new trail by turning superhero in “Ra.One”.

Shah Rukh, who has over 60 films under …. Source  : Shah Rukh turns 45, readies for superhero avatar.

Charlie Sheen Files For Divorce

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- Just a week after the tawdry hotel incident, “Wall Street” actor Charlie Sheen has filed for divorce from his third wife Brooke Mueller after two and half years of marriage. The media outlets reported that their marriage apparently has hit the rocks when he allegedly attacked Brooke Mueller last Christmas and … Read more »»».

Aishwarya Rai’s Birthday Celebration Makes News

MUMBAI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The queen bee of Bollywood Aishwarya Rai Bachchan stepped into her 37th birthday this Monday and she did not stay away from her family on the day. She is 37 but still manages to look as gorgeous and ravishing as ever. She is among the few actresses in India whose career …. Original source  : Aishwarya Rai’s Birthday Celebration Makes News.

MJ’s kids claim voice in new album is not their dad’s

WASHINGTON – Late Michael Jackson’s family had recently claimed that an album Sony is about to release for Christmas had not been sung by the ‘Thriller’ singer.

And now, Jackson’s kids, Paris and Prince, who were said to have been with the star in New Jersey when he recorded the tracks with producers in 2007, have …. Source  : MJ’s kids claim voice in new album is not their dad’s.

Demi Lovato’s Rehab Visit Creates Buzz

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- It came as a shock to the aficionados of Demi Lovato when her representative announced that the singer has entered rehab to get treatment for her psychological and emotional issues. The singer had a break up with Joe Jonas early this year and the gossip sources are of the opinion that … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Demi Lovato’s Rehab Visit Creates Buzz.

Emma Thompson, Sam Taylor-Wood named Women Of The Year

LONDON – Emma Thompson, Florence Welch and Sam Taylor-Wood have received Harper’s Bazaar Women of the Year Awards.

‘Nanny McPhee’ actress Thompson bagged a gong for Role Model of the Year for her work as an actress, producer, writer and activist, campaigning for victims of abuse, torture and rape, reports the Telegraph.

‘Florence And The Machine’ singer … Read more »».

Taylor Swift to come up with her first fragrance

WASHINGTON – After wooing everyone with her beautiful tracks, ‘Love Story’ girl Taylor Swift is all set to spread her fragrance as she is preparing to launch her first signature scent.

She is working with Elizabeth Arden to come up with her perfume.

“I have always loved how fragrance can shape a memory…the way certain scents … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Taylor Swift to come up with her first fragrance.

Courteney Cox ‘not dating during separation from David Arquette’

NEW YORK – Former ‘Friends’ star Courtney Cox has revealed that she hasn’t been dating anyone following her spilt from husband of 11 years, David Arquette, according to a report.

As per TV Week, Cox opened up after Arquette frequently used radio to dish out intimate details of the pair’s arrangement during the split.

“I am not … Read more »».

Cox says ‘amazing’ pal Aniston helping her cope with split

LONDON – Courtney Cox has revealed that her best pal and former ‘Friends’ co-star Jennifer Aniston has been helping her cope with her split from husband David Arquette.

She said Aniston, 40, who went through a very public and painful split with Brad Pitt, has been ‘amazing’.

“She’s gone through it,” the Daily Mail quoted Cox … Read more >>>.

Wealth from ‘Harry Potter’ made Watson emotional

LONDON – Actress Emma Watson says she had no idea how much money she made from the Harry Potter franchise and “felt sick” and “very emotional” when she realised she was a millionaire.

The 20-year-old was cast to play Hermione Grainger in the wizard movie franchise when she was just nine years old and was … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Wealth from ‘Harry Potter’ made Watson emotional.

Vivek Oberoi’s Reception Hogs Limelight

MUMBAI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Vivek Oberoi is all set to enter a new phase of his life. While on career front the days of lull are over with the success of the newly released ‘Rakht Charitra’, on personal front, his wedding to Priyanka Alva has made him and his family happy. The star who …. Read the original article  : Vivek Oberoi’s Reception Hogs Limelight.

Happy Diwali Awaited By Bollywood

MUMBAI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Like the rest of the country, the Mumbai film industry is expecting a happy Diwali. This week two big budget films featuring two of the most sought after actresses are hitting the theaters and the producers are hoping that the audience like them. The fans of actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan … Read more »».

Gibson faces Grigorieva at deposition

LONDON – Actor Mel Gibson came face-to-face with his ex-girlfriend Oksana Grigorieva during a court ordered deposition.

A Los Angeles judge ordered Gibson to sit for a meeting with his former lover as part of the couple’s ongoing custody battle over daughter Lucia, contactmusic.com reports.
Both came to Century City office building Monday for … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Gibson faces Grigorieva at deposition.

Anderson slammed for handing Playboy pay to charity

LONDON – Baywatch star Pamela Anderson has been blasted by an Islamic rights group for donating her $25,000 Playboy modelling fee to charity as the money was obtained through “immoral acts”.

Anderson posed nude for the January 2011 issue of the men’s magazine and handed the pay cheque to Waves 4 Water — a charity … Read more : Anderson slammed for handing Playboy pay to charity.

Lily Allen suffers second miscarriage

LONDON – Pop singer Lily Allen has suffered her second miscarriage in just three years.

Allen suffered the miscarriage six months into her pregnancy, just after she cancelled her appearance at Sir Elton John’s charity winter ball, reports the Daily Mail.

The 25-year-old, six months pregnant with boyfriend Sam Cooper’s child, was said to be suffering …. Original article  : Lily Allen suffers second miscarriage.

Pee-wee Herman To Return On Broadway

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com)- All those people who have been missing Paul Reubens and his cult character Pee-wee Herman, can now breath a sigh of relief as the actor is all set to be back with a bang. The latest reports have said that Paul Reubens, who is best known for the playing the fictional character … Original source on Gaea Times at : Pee-wee Herman To Return On Broadway.

Cheryl losing style war against Dannii: Louis Walsh

LONDON – Louis Walsh, the judge of British reality show “The X-Factor”, has been keeping a close eye on fellow judge and singer Dannii Minogue and says she seems to be winning the style war against bitter rival Cheryl Cole.

“Dannii is looking incredible. She’s winning in the style stakes definitely,” said Walsh, reports mirror.co.uk
… Original source on Gaea Times at : Cheryl losing style war against Dannii: Louis Walsh.

Tom Cruise dangles from world’s tallest building for stunt scene

WASHINGTON – Hollywood hunk Tom Cruise risked his life by dangling almost 2,717 feet in the air near the top of skyscraper Burj Kahlifa, the tallest building in the world, while performing stunts for ‘Mission: Impossible 4′ in Dubai over the weekend.

On Saturday, fans and photographers watched as the married father of three hung from … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Tom Cruise dangles from world’s tallest building for stunt scene.

Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie ‘hate’ their nickname ‘Brangelina’

WELLINGTON – Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie apparently do not like being called ‘Brangelina’ because it sounds like “a breakfast cereal”.

The Hollywood couple began dating after meeting on the set of 2005 movie Mr. and Mrs. Smith, and raises six kids together.

Shortly after they got together they were dubbed ‘Brangelina’ – …. Original article  : Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie ‘hate’ their nickname ‘Brangelina’.

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