Entertainment – Newsletter for December 21, 2010

Frederic Thiebaud Engaged To Shania Twain

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com)- Canadian pop singing sensation Shania Twain is engaged to Frederic Thiebaud, her best friend Marie-Anne Thiebaud’s former husband. The singer went through an emotional divorce with her husband of 14 years, Mutt Lange, as he abandoned her for Marie-Anne Thiebaud, with whom he had an affair in 2008. The representative …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

POGO launches M.A.D. Creations Art books

NEW DELHI – Taking inspiration from its popular arts and crafts show “M.A.D”, children’s entertainment channel POGO has launched M.A.D. Creations Art curriculum books.

The books cater to students from kindergarten till Class 8, and the curriculum is in tandem with the art and craft guidelines of the National Council Education Research and Training (NCERT) …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : POGO launches M.A.D. Creations Art books.

Neil lives up Christmas spirit (Movie Snippets)

NEW DELHI – Bollywood actor Neil Nitin Mukesh says he loves the festive season and is living up the Christmas spirit at his home in Mumbai.

“My most favorite time of the year. Had carol singers under my building singing. I loved it so much,” Neil posted on his Twitter page.
He is also awaiting …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Neil lives up Christmas spirit (Movie Snippets).

Emily Blunt feels ‘uncomfortable’ watching 3D movies

WASHINGTON – Emily Blunt has admitted that she feels ‘uncomfortable’ watching 3D movies.

The ‘Gulliver’s Travels’ actress said she struggles to get to grips with wearing special glasses over the top of her own prescription lenses when watching …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Emily Blunt feels ‘uncomfortable’ watching 3D movies.

Sunburn Goa music festival hits rough weather

PANAJI – The three-day Sunburn Goa electronic music festival, scheduled to be held next week, has run into rough weather with three civil society groups Tuesday demanding it be banned as it gave the state a “bad name”.

“A young girl, Meha Bahuguna, died at the festival because of drug overdose last year. Such … Read more : Sunburn Goa music festival hits rough weather.

Don’t compare Sachin to others: Amitabh Bachchan

NEW DELHI – Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan says he is very proud of Sachin Tendulkar for being the first cricketer to score 50 Test centuries, but is miffed at constant attempts by the media to compare him with legends like Don Bradman.

“Why must there be a debate or even a discussion on whether Sachin …. Source  : Don’t compare Sachin to others: Amitabh Bachchan.

`Tees Maar Khan’ claims new victim – in Nepal

KATHMANDU – “Tees Maar Khan”, the “great” Indian criminal, the likes of whom are born only once in a blue moon, and who “steals, cheats and cons with amazing audacity” has struck again – this time in Nepal.

When Nepali film director Dev Kumar Shrestha announced his new film, the first supernatural thriller in Nepal, … Read more >>>.

Nothing Christmassy about cake prices this year!

KOLKATA – Christmas isn’t complete without cake. But this year, cake lovers will have to shell out a few more bucks as a sharp rise in the cost of ingredients has forced bakers to jack up prices.

“This year the cost of cake has gone up by 10 percent over last year because the prices … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Nothing Christmassy about cake prices this year!.

Sunny Oglesby And Levi Johnston Dating?

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com)- Bristol Palin’s ex-fiance Levi Johnston is reportedly dating a day care instructor Sunny Oglesby. Much has not been known about the girl but her homepage in a reputed social networking site shows that she is a native of Oregon who currently stays in Wasilla. However, Levi Johnston was unavailable for comments … Original article on : Sunny Oglesby And Levi Johnston Dating?.

LiLo’s rehab roommates busted for booze fest

WASHINGTON – Troubled actress Lindsay Lohan’s Betty Ford Center roommates were reportedly busted for a boozed-up weekend party.

According to a source, Lohan’s housemates, at an off-site residence monitored by the rehab clinic, were busted for “drinking heavily”, reports TMZ.

The party-goers were moved back to the treatment centre’s Rancho Mirage, California, headquarters from their satellite … Read this article on Gaea Times at : LiLo’s rehab roommates busted for booze fest.

Harry Potter actress’ brother pleads guilty to assault

WASHINGTON – The brother of Harry Potter actress Afshan Azad, who was beaten and branded a prostitute by her family after dating a young Hindu man, is facing a stint behind bars after he admitted to assaulting the star earlier this year (10).

Azad, who played witch Padma Patil in four of the wizard movies, alleged …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Gyllenhaal admits he cried when he first read ‘Love and Other Drugs’ script

WASHINGTON – Jake Gyllenhaal has revealed that he broke down in tears when he first read the script of ‘Love and Other Drugs’ as it was so close to his frame of mind at the time.

The 29-year-old star jumped at the chance to play medical sales rep Jamie in the comedy drama alongside Anne Hathaway …. Original article  : Gyllenhaal admits he cried when he first read ‘Love and Other Drugs’ script.

Emily Blunt finds 3D uncomfortable

LONDON – Gulliver’s Travels actress Emily Blunt says she finds wearing 3D glasses an uncomfortable experience.

“Do you wear your glasses and the 3D glasses? Because that’s what I have to do and I find it an uncomfortable experience,” contactmusic.com quoted her as saying.
“Gulliver’s Travels which follows the titular character’s adventures in a land … Read more >>>.

Kate Moss wants to set up modeling school

LONDON – Catwalk queen Kate Moss is considering setting up a modeling school.

The supermodel is planning to take aspiring Mossites under her wing and teach them how to look good in a snap.

“I think I could definitely open a modelling school,” the Sun quoted her as saying.

“Kate’s Modelling School? Moss’s Models? Put Moss’s …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Kate Moss wants to set up modeling school.

Ashton Kutcher’s ‘mistress’ puts his ‘morning after’ sweater on sale

WASHINGTON – Ashton Kutcher’s alleged mistress Brittney Jones has put a sweater she says the actor gave her on eBay.

The auction is titled “Sweater owned by Ashton Kutcher given to me personally” and accompanied by a photo of Jones wearing a sweater, reports Fox News.

“This sweater was given to me after spending the night with … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Ashton Kutcher’s ‘mistress’ puts his ‘morning after’ sweater on sale.

Reese Witherspoon refuses to watch her own films

LONDON – Despite having an Oscar-winning career, Reese Witherspoon admits she hates watching herself in films.

The 34-year-old actress said seeing herself on screen fills her with ’self hate’, so she doesn’t do it.

“I won’t watch them because if I did I would spiral into a state of self-hate but I sometimes catch the odd …. Read the original article  : Reese Witherspoon refuses to watch her own films.

Anne Hathaway would gladly gain weight for a role

WASHINGTON – Anne Hathaway says she would be happy to pile on the pounds for a role.

The 28-year-old beauty plays young Parkinson’s Disease sufferer Maggie Murdock in ‘Love and Other Drugs’.

The actress did lose weight for her part because she heard the effects of the medication causes people to, but would have bulked up if … Read : Anne Hathaway would gladly gain weight for a role.

Ronnie Wood wants Rolling Stones to headline Glastonbury next year

WASHINGTON – Guitarist Ronnie Wood has said that he would love to headline next year’s Glastonbury festival with the rest of the Rolling Stones.

The rocker said he is itching to get back with the group – who have been hotly tipped to kick off a tour in 2011, ahead of expected 50th anniversary celebrations in …. Original article  : Ronnie Wood wants Rolling Stones to headline Glastonbury next year.

Tobacco battle helped Gwyneth Paltrow play alcoholic in new movie

LONDON – Gwyneth Paltrow has revealed that her own struggle with tobacco addiction helped her play an alcoholic in new movie ‘Country Strong’.

In the acclaimed new film, the Oscar-winning actress plays Kelly Canter – a fallen country performer battling personal problems and alcohol addiction who attempts to resurrect her career.

And she threw herself into … Original article on : Tobacco battle helped Gwyneth Paltrow play alcoholic in new movie.

Wahlberg, Smith offered $1 mn for charity boxing match

LONDON – Actors Mark Wahlberg and Will Smith have been offered $1 million each to fight in a celebrity boxing match.

Both actors have portrayed boxers on the big screen – Wahlberg in “The Fighter” and Smith in “Ali”. Damon Feldman, CEO of Hollywood Boxing Federation, is hoping they will put their sporting skills to …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Wahlberg, Smith offered $1 mn for charity boxing match.