Entertainment – Newsletter for December 19, 2010
Sunday, December 19, 2010
Medvedev to kindle Russia’s romance with Bollywood
NEW DELHI – From Raj Kapoor to Aishwarya Rai, Russia’s romance with Bollywood continues. Russian President Dmitry Medvedev will keep this old affair burning when he visits the master showman’s studio in Mumbai and interact with stars.
Medvedev, who touches down here Tuesday on a two-day visit, will head to Mumbai the next day where …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Medvedev to kindle Russia’s romance with Bollywood.
‘Eesan’ fails to grip (Tamil Film Review; Rating: **1/2)
Film: “Eesan”; Cast: Samudrakani, A.L. Azhgappan, Aparna, Vaibhav, Abhinaya, Niranjan; Director: M. Sasikumar; Producer: Company Productions; Music: James Vasanthan; Camera: S.R. Kathir; Rating: **1/2
“Eesan”, being the next production of M. Sasikumar of Nadodigal fame, and also his second directorial venture, expectations are naturally high. However, despite an interesting though thin storyline, the film …. Source article on Gaea Times at : ‘Eesan’ fails to grip (Tamil Film Review; Rating: **1/2).
Veronica Daniels Upset Over Golf Ball
LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- If you are wondering as to what could be the reason behind former Tiger Woods mistress Veronica Daniels being upset over a mere golf ball then know it that it is her face that has been worrying her. Yes, the former Tiger Woods mistress and well known porn star is upset that … Read more »»».
MJ’s estate executors challenge his mother
LONDON – Late Michael Jackson’s estate executors have launched a legal battle against one of his mother’s closest friends and business partners.
They have sent a “cease and desist” letter to Canadian entrepreneur Howard Mann, demanding that he stops exploiting King of Pop’s image for profit.
“His day is coming. We will be taking the appropriate legal …. Original source : MJ’s estate executors challenge his mother.
Katie Holmes ‘considering returning to Broadway’
LONDON – Katie Holmes is considering returning to Broadway with William Mastrosimone’s psychological drama ‘Extremities’.
According to the New York Times, show producers want to launch the play in the Big Apple by the 2011-2012 season and Holmes is at the top of the list to star, reports the Daily Star.
A spokeswoman for the actress confirms … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Katie Holmes ‘considering returning to Broadway’.
Yoko Ono donates Lennon coin to auction benefiting children’s hospital
LONDON – John Lennon’s widow Yoko Ono has donated a limited edition commemorative coin featuring the late Beatle to an auction to raise funds for a children’s hospital in the star’s hometown.
Ono is a patron of Alder Hey Children’s Hospital in Liverpool and she’s backing their fundraising initiative, the Imagine appeal.
The special coin, one of …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Yoko Ono donates Lennon coin to auction benefiting children’s hospital.
Katt Williams Fined
ATLANTA (GaeaTimes.com)- Comedian and rapper Katt Williams is all set to pay $577,929 to a recording producer with respect to an incident in which he alleged ordered his dog to attack the latter’s pet canine. A court in the city of Atlanta has given the order that the 37-year-old comedy artist would have to … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Katt Williams Fined.
Sandra Bullock to star opposite George Clooney in space drama
NEW YORK – Oscar-winner Sandra Bullock has apparently landed a role opposite George Clooney in space drama ‘Gravity’.
In their new flick, the two will play the only survivors of a space mission gone wrong who are struggling to get back to Earth, reports US Weekly.
The film was originally supposed to star Robert Downey Jr., but …. Source article : Sandra Bullock to star opposite George Clooney in space drama.
Johnny Depp says Brangelina handle paparazzi beautifully
MELBOURNE – Hollywood star Johnny Depp has been famous for more than 25 years.
He has also dated some of the world’s sexiest women and settled down with one of them, Vanessa Paradis. So it is natural that he is used to people staring at him.
But when he … Read more : Johnny Depp says Brangelina handle paparazzi beautifully.
Liz Hurley puts marital woes on hold to get into Christmas spirit with son
LONDON – Liz Hurley took a break from her marital woes as she got into the Christmas spirit with her eight-year-old son Damian at the Winter Wonderland fair in London’s Hyde Park.
Hurley is apparently making plans to fly to the Caribbean after Christmas to take stock of her life and consider … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Liz Hurley puts marital woes on hold to get into Christmas spirit with son.
I’ve never been part of a juicy scandal, says Scarlett Johansson
NEW YORK – Scarlett Johansson, who has announced her spilt from hubby of two years, Ryan Reynolds, insists that she is a good girl who has never been a part of any scandal.
“You’re not going to find me at 4 a.m. hitting up the … Read more »»».
Now, log on to LikeALittle.com to flirt anonymously!
WASHINGTON – Too scared to flirt with the beautiful girl sitting across the classroom? Enter LikeALittle.com, a college social networking site where you can admire the woman of your dreams anonymously.
A person has the option of posting a short blurb about the woman he’s admiring in hopes …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Now, log on to LikeALittle.com to flirt anonymously!.
Jeff Bridges On “Saturday Night Live”
LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- Noted actor Jeff Bridges was the host of last night’s “Saturday Night Live”. The episode was graced by the who’s who of the entertainment industry and the audience loved and appreciated their performances. Jeff Bridges’ new film “True Grit” has already received several prestigious nominations for its wonderful storyline and marvelous … Read more >>>.
Tamil film ‘Mynaa’to be remade in Hindi
DUBAI – Tamil director Prabhu Solomon plans to remake his film “Mynaa – Journey of Love”, which is being screened at the 7th edition of the Dubai International Film Festival, in Hindi.
“I am planning to make ‘Mynaa’ in Hindi. It won’t be dubbed in the language but remade with a new star cast. I …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Tamil film ‘Mynaa’to be remade in Hindi.
Jaipur lad brewing a Bollywood-spiced Hollywood comedy
WASHINGTON – Taking a leaf out of Oscar-winning “Slumdog Millionaire” director Danny Boyle’s book, a young Indian filmmaker in the US has set out to make a Hollywood film with a Bollywood flavour. “Rajiv Meets Rachel” is planned as a romantic comedy about an Indian boy who meets and falls in love with an American … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Jaipur lad brewing a Bollywood-spiced Hollywood comedy.
Johannson, Reynolds reunite for friendly meal
NEW YORK – Actress Scarlett Johannson and her estranged husband Ryan Reynolds reunited for a friendly meal in a New York hotel.
The couple, who recently ended their marriage under what is said to be the strain of their careers, was seen together having a meal at the Blue Ribbon restaurant.
“They were smiling and …. Source article : Johannson, Reynolds reunite for friendly meal.
When superstar Katrina Kaif was turned away from UK modeling contract
LONDON – Bollywood superstar Katrina Kaif has revealed that she was once turned away from a UK modeling contract for being too fat.
“They said I didn’t fit their size requirement. I knew I was never going to get any thinner. I’m not skinny, I am healthy and toned,” the Sun quoted the stunning size-ten …. Original source : When superstar Katrina Kaif was turned away from UK modeling contract.
It’s official! Men really do hate shopping
WELLINGTON – Men really are hopeless, and stingy, when it comes to Christmas shopping.
New research reveals that Kiwi men and women are expected to spend an average of 300 dollars each on presents this festive season – but that’s just about their only similarity when it comes to Christmas shopping.
For instance, men plan more but …. Source article on Gaea Times at : It’s official! Men really do hate shopping.
Gwyneth Paltrow playing matchmaker to Jake Gyllenhaal, Taylor Swift
LONDON – Gwyneth Paltrow has finally admitted playing matchmaker to Jake Gyllenhaal and Taylor Swift.
“I’ve just known Jake for a long time and he’s a great guy. And Chris (Martin – her husband) has a friendship with Taylor,” the Daily Mail quoted her as saying.
The 38-year-old revealed her matchmaking after being told about a report … Original source on Gaea Times at : Gwyneth Paltrow playing matchmaker to Jake Gyllenhaal, Taylor Swift.
Brangelina planning ‘adventure’ in ‘random part of the world’ for Christmas
NEW YORK – Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are planning to go to a random part of the world this Christmas with their kids.
“We’re going to travel with the kids and go to a random part of the world,” the New York Daily News quoted Jolie as telling “On Air with Ryan Seacrest.”
“We’re going …. Read the original article : Brangelina planning ‘adventure’ in ‘random part of the world’ for Christmas.