Entertainment – Newsletter for December 17, 2010

Advani praises ‘Khelein…’ for educating people about Chittagong uprising

NEW DELHI – Watching Ashutosh Gowariker’s “Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey”, based on the Chittagong Uprising of 1930, was a revelation for senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader L.K. Advani.

A special screening was organised for him in the capital Thursday and he was all praise for the film, based on veteran journalist Manini Chatterjee’s …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Advani praises ‘Khelein…’ for educating people about Chittagong uprising.

Happy birthday Jiggerypoo, Abhishek wishes John! (Movie Snippets)

NEW DELHI – Bollywood star Abhishek Bachchan wished a very happy birthday to his “jiggerypoo” John Abraham, who turned 38, and Riteish Deshmukh, who turned 31, Friday.

“Here’s wishing my jiggerypoo John and my little brother Riteish the happiest birthday,” Abhishek posted on his Twitter page.
He calls John by the name ever since … Original source on Gaea Times at : Happy birthday Jiggerypoo, Abhishek wishes John! (Movie Snippets).

I’m badshah of bedroom: SRK

MUMBAI – Trust Bollywood ‘badshah’ Shah Rukh Khan to do things with a bang. He is now ready to make his small screen comeback with “Zor Ka Jhatka” on Imagine TV, and claims he will beat all competition on television.

“I am the badshah of bedroom. Now people may say I am being vulgar, but [..] Read the original article: here.

Candice Crawford And Tony Romo Exchange Rings

DALLAS (GaeaTimes.com)- All those girls, who were hoping to date the hunky Cowboy Quarterback, Tony Romo, would now have their hearts broken, as the player reportedly got engaged to her girlfriend Candice Crawford on Thursday in Dallas. She is a sports journalist, and therefore, he would pay no heed to the rest of the … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Candice Crawford And Tony Romo Exchange Rings.

Britney Spears ‘inspired’ Gwyneth Paltrow’s ‘Country Strong’ character

NEW YORK – Britney Spears’ struggle with drug addiction was the inspiration behind Gwyneth Paltrow’s washed-up alcoholic singer character in ‘Country Strong’.

Writer and director Shana Feste revealed during a screening of the film in Los Angeles that she used the 29-year-old pop star’s fall from grace as a jumping off point for the film.

“That’s where … Read more »».

Bruce Willis, Demi Moore’s daughter is the new face of Badgley Mischka

NEW YORK – The eldest daughter of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, Rumer Willis, has been chosen as spokesmodel for fashion house Badgley Mischka.

The 22-year-old will pose for the spring ad campaigns for the high-end Badgley Mischka collection, the contemporary Mark and James label, footwear, handbags and swimwear, said parent company Iconix Brand … Read more : Bruce Willis, Demi Moore’s daughter is the new face of Badgley Mischka.

Primetime TV ’sexualises, fetishizes’ underage girls: US study

WASHINGTON – A study conducted by the Parents Television Council (PTC) has found that Hollywood is obsessed with sexualising teen girls to the point where their participation in sexual situations is higher than adults.

PTC’s report, “New Target: A Study of Teen Female Sexualization on Primetime TV”, is based on data drawn from the 25 …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Primetime TV ’sexualises, fetishizes’ underage girls: US study.

Snacking at your keyboard makes you eat more

LONDON – Many of us absentmindedly reach for snacks with one hand while tapping away on the keyboard with the other. Now scientists say that eating at your desk makes you far more likely to snack later in the day.

Researchers from the University of Bristol were studying the ways in which memory and attention …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Snacking at your keyboard makes you eat more.

Eva Mendes wanted to be a nun

LONDON – Actress Eva Mendes wanted to be a nun, but changed her mind when she discovered that it was not a well-paying job.

Mendes wanted to join a convent and devote her life to the Catholic Church when she was a child but changed her mind, reports contactmusic.com.
“We didn’t grow up with a [..] Read the original article: here.

Clooney to play astronaut in ‘Gravity’

LOS ANGELES – Hollywood star George Clooney will soon play an astronaut in 3-D space thriller “Gravity”.

Clooney’s representative confirmed the development, reports ew.com.
The movie is a co-production by Warner Bros and Legendary Pictures, and will be directed by Alfonso Cuaron. The cast also includes Sandra Bullock.
If rumours are to believed, Clooney has … Read more »»».

Sonakshi Sinha To Turn Svelte!

MUMBAI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The rise of Sonakshi Sinha to stardom has been amazing, considering she is just one film old in Bollywood and yet she has bagged the plum roles from all the big production houses. After the massive success of her debut film ‘Dabangg’ the young actress is hogging the limelights for various … Original source on Gaea Times at : Sonakshi Sinha To Turn Svelte!.

Faye Resnick In “Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills” Stirs Conflict

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- “The Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills”, is definitely one of those shows, where the star cast is highly paid for clashing with each other and getting famous. Recently, the featuring of the highly tempted “Playboy” playmate, Faye Resnick marked yet another verbal conflict amongst the ladies.
The fight took place between Camille … Read : Faye Resnick In “Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills” Stirs Conflict.

LiLo’s rehab security ’stepped up over stalker fears’

NEW YORK – Security around Hollywood wild child Lindsay Lohan has been stepped over stalker fears, according to reports.

TMZ reported that the actress feared she was being targeted by a stalker after receiving a string of harassing phone calls and text messages from an unknown number.

Lohan is currently undergoing treatment for drug addiction at the … Read more »»».

LiLo promoting products on Twitter in exchange for money

LONDON – In a bid to make money, Lindsay Lohan repeatedly posted an advertisement for gift cards on her Twitter account all day on Wednesday.

A spokesman for TaDa, the company behind the link the Mean Girls star tweeted, had no comment on Lohan’s work for the company or how much she was paid.

“We do …. Read the original article  : LiLo promoting products on Twitter in exchange for money.

Oscars best original song contenders unveiled

LONDON – The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced that 41 songs are in contention for the best original song category award at the 2011 Oscars.

Three of them come from Burlesque, starring Cher and Christina Aguilera, which had its UK premiere this week.

Also featuring on the long list are tracks performed by … Original source on Gaea Times at : Oscars best original song contenders unveiled.

The guide to drop ‘20 pounds in 30 days’ and achieve ‘a 15-minute orgasm’

WASHINGTON – How can you drop 20 pounds in 30 days without exercise, produce a 15-minute female orgasm, double your sperm count, or binge during the holidays without gaining fat?

Here is a book that offers uncommon tips that seem too good to be true.

To those schooled in conventional approaches to nutrition and health, the claims … Read more >>.

Sofia hates ’style icon’ tag

LONDON – Director Sofia Coppola hates being called a “style icon” because she never thinks of herself in that way.

The “Somewhere” director, who has also worked as a model, photographer and TV presenter, is surprised when people see her as a fashion inspiration, reports femalefirst.co.uk.
“I don’t think of myself in the way I … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Sofia hates ’style icon’ tag.

Ricky Martin likes smart men

LONDON – Singer Ricky Martin admits he is attracted to “smart, witty” men who have self-confidence and are not arrogant.

“I love witty. I love mental strength. With all the stuff I come with, you have to be someone who is sure of himself. That turns me on,” contactmusic.com quoted Martin as saying.
“Somebody who …. Read the original article  : Ricky Martin likes smart men.

‘Tron Legacy’: Reviews Are In

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- Disney has come up with the sequel to the 1982 movie ‘Tron’ after a gap of 28 years. The first movie was not a huge box office success but it spawned a really successful video game afterwards. The film went on to become an all time classic later. The sequel to …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : ‘Tron Legacy’: Reviews Are In.

Amy Locane Charged

SOMERSET COUNTY (GaeaTimes.com)- There is some real disappointing news for all the followers of television actress Amy Locane who attained wide fame for edging the character of Sandy, an aspiring actress in the popular television series ‘Melrose Place.’ The television actress has been levied with charges of aggravated manslaughter as well as assault with …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Amy Locane Charged.