Entertainment – Newsletter for November 21, 2010

Jessica Simpson, Eric Johnson celebrate engagement

WASHINGTON – Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson celebrated their nearly-week-old engagement at a party with their close friends and family members at the bride-to-be’s parents’ house.

About 50 guests, including a few NFL players, dined on hamburgers, veggie burger sliders, mini pizzas, chicken skewers and mini cupcakes for dessert, reports Usmagazine.com.

“They were very happy,” said a …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Jessica Simpson, Eric Johnson celebrate engagement.

Murdered Hollywood publicist suspected she was being followed

NEW YORK – Hollywood publicist Ronni Chasen, who was murdered last week, suspected she was being followed as far back as March.

The well-liked industry veteran had confided in a friend that she believed she was being followed shortly after the 2010 Oscars, reports the New York Post.

“Ronni said in March she suspected she was being …. Read the original article  : here.

Amy Winehouse announces Brazil tour after two years break

LONDON – Amy Winehouse has announced her plan to return to the stage after a two-year touring hiatus with four January shows in Brazil.

After two years battling legal and personal issues, the pop and soul singer is scheduled to appear at three stops on Brazil’s Summer Soul Festival: January 8 in Florianopolis, January 13 in …. Source  : Amy Winehouse announces Brazil tour after two years break.

The most common myths about exercise

LONDON – Sweating it out in the gym by doing those painful sit-ups for a six-pack? Well, it may not work out, say experts.

Among the many popular misconceptions about how to slim down or tone you body, Gillian Reeves, a fitness expert, has revealed some of the most common myths about exercise, reports the Daily … Original source on Gaea Times at : The most common myths about exercise.

Open to Deepika gifting me condoms: Ranbir

MUMBAI – Bollywood hearthrob Ranbir Kapoor says he’s quite open to the idea of former girlfriend Deepika Padukone gifting him a pack of condoms and wishes her all the best for her next film “Break Ke Baad”.

Deepika had wished to gift him a pack of condoms while talking to filmmaker Karan Johar on his …. Source article  : Open to Deepika gifting me condoms: Ranbir.

‘Break Ke Baad’ would resonate with young Indians: Imran Khan (Interview)

WASHINGTON – It may sound like yet another romantic comedy from Bollywood, but young Indians at home and abroad would find in “Break Ke Baad” a story that resonates with them, says lead star Imran Khan.

“What I like is, it’s a young urban story, but at its heart it has a classical romantic element …. Original article  : ‘Break Ke Baad’ would resonate with young Indians: Imran Khan (Interview).

How to bring out that social butterfly in you

WASHINGTON – Not everyone is a social butterfly and for some, the very thought of making conversations is nothing short of terrifying.

However, Dr. Martin Antony, a Ryerson University psychology professor and leading expert on social anxiety and shyness, can help put those fears to rest with helpful tips to bring out that social butterfly out … Original article on : How to bring out that social butterfly in you.

A tilt of the head ‘is enough to attract a mate’

MELBOURNE – Forget candlelight dinners and romantic walks on the beach, for a tilt of the head is enough to lure a mate, according to new study.

The research found that by simply tilting their face forward a woman’s face can be judged to be more feminine and more attractive, whereas a man’s face is considered …. Read the original article  : here.

Kelly Brook could become one of Charlie’s Angels

LONDON – American TV bosses are bringing back ‘Charlie’s Angels’ to the small screen and they want Kelly Brook for a role that could turn her into a global superstar.

Brook is being lined up to become one of Charlie’s Angels in a remake of the classic TV series.

The programmer’s main producers – Brit Miles Millar, …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Charlie Sheen’s NYC hotel girl pal to tell all on ‘GMA’

WASHINGTON – Charlie Sheen’s infamous NYC hotel girl, Capri Anderson, is all set to reveal her story on “Good Morning America.”

According to a source, Anderson flew into NYC on Friday and will tape an interview with GMA on Saturday that will air on Monday, reports TMZ.com.

Capri will give her side of the story of …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Anne Hathaway desperate to land guest role on ‘Glee’

LONDON – Anne Hathaway has revealed that she’s desperate to land a guest role on hit TV musical ‘Glee’.

The Devil Wears Prada star admits she’s a huge fan of the Ryan Murphy creation and would jump at the chance to appear alongside its leading stars Matthew Morrison and Lea Michele.

And the actress has already come …. Source  : Anne Hathaway desperate to land guest role on ‘Glee’.

‘Ishqiya’ to be screened at Florence film fest

NEW DELHI – Critically-acclaimed Bollywood film “Ishqiya” will be screened at the 10th River to River – Florence Indian Film Festival to be held Dec 3-9.

The dark drama, co-produced by Vishal Bharadwaj and Shemaroo Entertainment, features Vidya Balan, Naseeruddin Shah and Arshad Warsi in key roles.
Set in eastern Uttar Pradesh, it is a …. Read the original article  : ‘Ishqiya’ to be screened at Florence film fest.

Teri Hatcher to quit ‘Desperate Housewives’

LONDON – ‘Desperate Housewives’ star Teri Hatcher will quit the show after the next season.

The 45-year-old actress, who has played ditsy mother Susan Mayer for seven years, has told colleagues at ABC that the next season will be her last.

And bosses at the U.S. network are now prepared for a double exit with co-star Felicity …. Original source  : Teri Hatcher to quit ‘Desperate Housewives’.

Portia de Rossi wants Oz politicians to back gay marriage

LONDON – Actress Portia de Rossi has said that she’s disappointed in Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard for failing to tackle the issue of same-sex marriage.

The Ally MCBeal star admitted that she thought Australia would have been one of the first countries to legalise same-sex unions and she is adamant Gillard has let down the …. Source  : Portia de Rossi wants Oz politicians to back gay marriage.

As movies shrink into gadgets, young Indians watch on

NEW DELHI – Roman Polanski once said, “Cinema should make you forget you are sitting in a theatre.” Had the Polish-French director seen 30-year-old Vimarsh Bajpai enjoying movies in trains and cars, completely oblivious to his surroundings, he would have been a happy man.

Bajpai, a jet-setting Delhi-based communication and content consultant who consumes the …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Smell the coffee – Indian baristas taking on bartenders!

PANAJI – Sure Tom Cruise played a flashy but endearing bartender in the 1980s Hollywood film “Cocktail”, but when was the last time you remember a leading actor play a barista – a coffee brewmaster?

The profession of a barista comes with odds stacked against it when pitched against the more glamorous trade of bartending. … Original article on : Smell the coffee – Indian baristas taking on bartenders!.

Lindsay out of Linda Lovelace biopic

LOS ANGELES – Hollywood actress Lindsay Lohan has been axed from “Inferno”, the biopic of porn star Linda Lovelace.

“We are withdrawing our offer from Lindsay Lohan. We are currently in negotiations (with another actress) and working out the legalities of bringing her on board,” eonline.com quoted director Matthew Wilder as saying.
“We have stuck …. Source article  : Lindsay out of Linda Lovelace biopic.

Art meets fashion in unique fusion showcase

NEW DELHI – Ten top fashion designers and as many acclaimed artists of the country will merge art with fashion in a unique exposition starting here Wednesday.

The artists will create two works each – one representing their own oeuvre and the second a fashion design or work to adorn the human body – …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

‘Guzaarish’ Box Office Updates

MUMBAI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- It looks like Harry Potter can do better magic than Hrithik Roshan when it comes to casting a spell on the Indian audience. In what can be called a rather strange box office report over the weekend so far, the Hollywood fantasy thriller has overtaken the Sanjay Leela Bhansali drama. Though … Read : ‘Guzaarish’ Box Office Updates.

“The Chronicles Of Narnia” Stars Help ‘Variety’

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- “The Chronicles of Narnia” is all set to hit silver screen in December 10 this year. This epic fantasy movie is not only popular among the kids but also the adults who love fairy tales and dream come true movies. “The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader” has …. Source  : Gaea News Network.