Entertainment – Newsletter for November 23, 2010

I’m not into script changing: Deepika Padukone (Film Snippets)

MUMBAI – Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone has denied reports that she got some changes made in the script of her forthcoming film “Break Ke Baad”.

“I don’t get into script changing at all. I believe the director and the writer have a vision when they want to make a certain film and we are … Read more »».

Women do cheat when it comes to weighing scales

LONDON – Women resort to a host of bizarre tricks to kid themselves to weigh less than they actually do, a new poll has revealed.

Many admit to standing on one leg when they hop on the scales in the hope it will reduce the reading by a few pounds. And more than half confess … Read more >>>.

American Music Award : Justin Bieber Sweeps Away 4 Titles

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com) — Although it might be his first time at the American Music Award, Justin Bieber made his mark by sweeping away four awards, including Artist of the Year.
The 16-year old Canadian singer, who is the youngest performer to ever win the Favorite Artist of the year, invited mentor Usher to join …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Alexandra Burke doesn’t have time for love

LONDON – Singer Alexandra Burke has confessed she doesn’t have time for love but would like to find a boyfriend who can make her smile.

“I haven’t got time for a boyfriend but love interests are exciting. I want someone who can make me smile and understand my schedule. And shop for food with me … Read more »».

Rupert Grint wanted to be an artist

LONDON – Rupert Grint thinks he would have become an artist if he had not decided to pursue an acting career.

The “Harry Potter” star is a big fan of painters and says he would have pursued a creative career path if his acting career hadn’t taken off, reports contactmusic.com.
“If it wasn’t for ‘Harry … Read more >>.

Hrithik, ‘Harry Potter’ cast spell in initial weekend

NEW DELHI – It was a battle between a magician from the East and a wizard from the West and their spell proved unbreakable as both Hrithik Roshan starrer Guzaarish and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 wowed audiences, with the two running neck and neck in the first weekend.

While Guzaarish … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Hrithik, ‘Harry Potter’ cast spell in initial weekend.

‘Some unscrupulous elements making politics look ugly’

BHOPAL – The wrong-doings of some “unscrupulous elements” make it look ugly, but politics is necessary for establishing the rule by majority in a democratic set-up, filmmaker-cum-politician Prakash Jha said.

Addressing officers of the all-India services (the Indian Administrative Service, the Indian Police Service and the Indian Forest Service) at the R.C.V.P. Noronha …. Original source  : ‘Some unscrupulous elements making politics look ugly’.

Mandy Moore still waiting for honeymoon

LONDON – Singer-actress Mandy Moore is still waiting to be whisked away on her honeymoon by rocker husband Ryan Adams – 20 months after becoming his wife.

The couple eloped in March 2009 after a whirlwind romance, but the 26-year-old admits they never took the time to fly off for a romantic vacation to celebrate … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Mandy Moore still waiting for honeymoon.

D&G bosses accused of tax fraud

LOS ANGELES – Executives at Italian fashion house Dolce & Gabbana are facing trial over allegations that the company has failed to pay more than a billion dollars in taxes.

Officials in Italy are investigating the style-firm, set up by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana in 1985, over accusations of tax evasion amounting to up … Original source on Gaea Times at : D&G bosses accused of tax fraud.

Goa not good for international film festival: Chopra

PANAJI – Veteran filmmaker Yash Chopra blasted the Goa government for not doing enough to promote the state as a destination for film festivals of international standards.

Chopra, speaking at the inauguration ceremony in the presence of Chief Minister Digambar Kamat, said Goa as a destination for international film festivals needed a lot more …. Source article  : Goa not good for international film festival: Chopra.

Mamata to take up filmmakers’ tax woes with government

PANAJI – Railway Minister Mamata Banerjee Monday said she will take up the film industry’s concerns over taxation with the government. Her assurance came after filmmaker Yash Chopra raised the issue at the start of the 41st International Film festival of India (IFFI) here.

Speaking during the inaugural ceremony of the IFFI here, Banerjee agreed …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Mamata to take up filmmakers’ tax woes with government.

‘No Problem’ with Fridays, says Sushmita

NEW DELHI – Actress Sushmita Sen, whose film No Problem hits the screens Dec 10, says she doesn’t suffer from ‘Friday fever’ prior to her film’s release.

A lot of actors are falling ill because they are overworked about their releases. My film is releasing on Dec 10. It’s called ‘No Problem’ and I really …. Source  : ‘No Problem’ with Fridays, says Sushmita.

Shabana Azmi urges youth to bring change

NEW DELHI – India’s youth, who form more than half the country’s population, should be given a boost to develop leadership qualities to bring positive changes in the world, veteran actress and social activist Shabana Azmi said here Monday.

I have high expectations from the youth of India. Fifty percent of the country’s population is …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Shabana Azmi urges youth to bring change.

Rachel Zoe Tweets about her Pregnancy

LOS ANGELES(GaeaTimes.com) — Famous celebrity stylist Rachel Zoe confirms her pregnancy on Tweeter. She will be having her first child with husband Rodger Berman.
Investment banker Rodger Berman first met Rachel in George Washington University. They have been marries for the past 12 years.
The expecting mother tweeted
I want to officially confirm to my loyal friends …. Read the original article  : here.

`Munni Badnam Hui’ inspired from Pakistani movie qawwali: Comedian

ISLAMABAD – The immense popularity of “Munni Badnam Hui Darling Tere Liye” from the Bollywood super-hit “Dabangg” has sparked a controversy with Pakistani actor and comedian Umar Sharif claiming it is a “blatant rip-off” from his 1992 movie “Mr. Charlie”.

“Mr. Charlie” was written, produced and directed by Umar Sharif in 1992 and included …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

I don’t understand men, says Emma Watson

WASHINGTON – ‘Harry Potter’ star Emma Watson has revealed that she takes help from friends when it comes to understanding men.

“When I was on the set with Daniel [Radcliffe] and Rupert [Grint], it was normally me who went to the guys with the questions about guys because I don’t pretend to understand the male … Original source on Gaea Times at : I don’t understand men, says Emma Watson.

Tinie says he loves Dolly Parton’s ‘massive boobs’

LONDON – Tinie Tempah is worried that he has lost the chance to work with his musical hero – Dolly Parton.

The rapper had the country star’s tunes pumped into his ears by his mum growing up in south London.

“Dolly really isn’t that bad to look at. She is such a MILF,” the Sun quoted Tinie …. Read the original article  : Tinie says he loves Dolly Parton’s ‘massive boobs’.

Charlie Sheen’s Plaza hotel porn star ‘was paid to stay quiet’

NEW YORK – Capri Anderson, Charlie Sheen’s alleged high-priced escort from the Plaza hotel, is set to appear on TV to tell her story where she would claim that she was given money to stay quiet.

She would appear on ‘Good Morning America’ and ‘Nightline’ on Monday.

The high-priced escort, who was found locked naked in the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Charlie Sheen’s Plaza hotel porn star ‘was paid to stay quiet’.

Filmgoers have stopped taking cinema seriously: Adoor Gopalakrishnan (Lead, Interview)

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM/NEW DELHI – Renowned filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan is unhappy with Indian ‘masala’ movies and the way regional cinema is treated. And he doesn’t spare film-goers too.

“Ideas for good cinema should have the potential to develop into a dramatic story. The plot should engage the audience…But commercial cinema does not believe in having anything … Read more : Filmgoers have stopped taking cinema seriously: Adoor Gopalakrishnan (Lead, Interview).

Johansson and Ryan Reynolds look ‘very much in love’

NEW YORK – It seems things are going fine between Scarlett Johansson and hubby Ryan Reynolds, as they were spotted cozying at a party.

A spy said that Johansson and People’s ‘Sexiest Man Alive’ cozied up at the Chelsea lounge as they partied with ‘Kings of Leon’ star Caleb Followill, …. Original source  : Johansson and Ryan Reynolds look ‘very much in love’.