Entertainment – Newsletter for January 13, 2011

Bollywood wishes Happy Lohri

NEW DELHI – Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, newly-wed actor Vivek Oberoi, singer Sunidhi Chauhan — the members of film fraternity have taken to Twitter to wish fans and loved ones “Happy Lohri”, the harvest festival celebrated Jan 13 every year with much fan fare in North India.

Here is what celebs have to say … Read more »»».

Moments away from desk can reduce cardiac risk

LONDON – Taking minute-long breaks from your desk can cut down chances of a heart attack. People who are up and about, adding up to more than two hours daily, tend to have smaller waists and lower blood pressure.

Researchers studied the habits of 4,757 adults over the course of a week, the European …. Read the original article  : here.

Kim Kardashian denies lip surgery

TORONTO – Reality TV star Kim Kardashian has rubbished reports that she went under the knife to enhance her lips.

Kardashian sparked rumours of surgery after she was spotted sporting a fuller pout than usual, reports torontosun.com.
“That’s not true. Trust me, I’ve tried Botox… I’m the first one to talk about anything that I … Original source on Gaea Times at : Kim Kardashian denies lip surgery.

Carrie Fisher is the new face of Jenny Craig

WASHINGTON – Actress Carrie Fisher, who gained 75 pounds from her 1977 “Star Wars” days, says she is ready to get back in shape after becoming the new face of Jenny Craig.

The 54-year-old star says, “I’m fat” after gaining 75 pounds from her “Star Wars” days. The 5′1″ star says at her highest, she weighed …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Kate Hudson Pregnant: Reports Not Confirmed

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- 2011 seems to be bringing loads of good news for celebrity couples. From engagements to marriage, to having babies. The newest star to join the bandwagon is Kate Hudson. This “Bride Wars” and “My Best Friend’s Girl” famed actress is supposedly pregnant with boyfriend Matthew Bellmany’s baby. Matthew Bellmany is the …. Read the original article  : here.

Gurinder Chadha teams up with Rahman for animated film

LOS ANGELES – Britain-based Indian filmmaker Gurinder Chadha will now make a Bollywood-style animated musical about monkeys and has roped in Oscar winning composer A.R. Rahman to score music for the movie.

Titled “Monkeys of Bollywood”, the film based in Mumbai revolves around two monkeys who try to stop an ancient demon from conquering the … Read : Gurinder Chadha teams up with Rahman for animated film.

Britney’s ‘Hold It Against Me’ tops iTunes singles charts

MELBOURNE – Britney Spears has jumped to the top of iTunes singles charts in the US and Australia with her latest single, ‘Hold It Against Me’.

The heavily-auto tuned dance number vaulted past Bruno Mars’ Grenade in the US and Dirty Talk by Wynter Gordon Down Under, reports News.com.au.

“Seriously, I have the best fans ever,” Spears …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Holly Madison not happy with ex Hugh Hefner’s engagement

WASHINGTON – Hugh Hefner’s ex-girlfriend Holly Madison has admitted that she is not happy about the fact that the Playboy founder is getting hitched again.

The model and television personality said the 84-year-old is “making a hasty decision” by getting engaged to 24-year-old Playmate Crystal Harris, reports Fox News.

According to Life and Style magazine, Madison arranged … Original source on Gaea Times at : Holly Madison not happy with ex Hugh Hefner’s engagement.

Basshunter denies sex assault charges

LONDON – Dance music star Basshunter has denied two claims of sexual assault made against him.

Jonas Erik Altberg, 26, known professionally as Basshunter, appeared at Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court over allegations he attacked two female fans during a gig at Kitty’s nightclub in the Fife town.

Altberg, from Sweden, who turned up at court with his manager, … Read more >>>.

Lindsay Lohan escapes being charged in rehab assault case

NEW YORK – ‘Mean Girls’ star Lindsay Lohan’s alleged rehab assault has been put aside for the time being, with the judge reviewing the case deciding to take no action against her.

According to Radar Online, Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Elden Fox decided not to pursue the matter after reviewing the investigation by the Palm …. Original article  : Lindsay Lohan escapes being charged in rehab assault case.

Goldie Hawn’s ex-hubby to publish devastating tell-all book about her

NEW YORK – Actress Goldie Hawn’s former husband Bill Hudson is set to publish a devastating tell-all book on her that will reveal her private life and their “open marriage”.

Hudson, 61, who is the father of actress Kate Hudson, wrote the book titled ‘So You Are a Star’, and in it he describes Hawn, 65, … Read : Goldie Hawn’s ex-hubby to publish devastating tell-all book about her.

Natalie Portman poses topless for perfume ad

LONDON – Engaged mom-to-be Natalie Portman, who is the newest face of French fashion house Christian Dior, has gone topless for its new Miss Dior Cherie perfume ad.

The sexy ‘Black Swan’ actress has been photographed wearing nothing but a black headband, reports the Daily Mail.

She was unveiled the new face of Christian Dior last … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Natalie Portman poses topless for perfume ad.

Lady Gaga expected to pocket $100m in 2011

MELBOURNE – Pop singer Lady Gaga is apparently set to earn an estimated 100 million dollars in 2011.

According to Forbes magazine, the eccentric fashionista and entrepreneur earned approximately 64 million dollars last year, reports News.com.au.

The financial bi-weekly projects the star will reel in the dough from her aggressive touring schedule (41 shows in the next …. Original article  : Lady Gaga expected to pocket $100m in 2011.

John Travolta and Kelly Preston show off their newborn baby boy

LONDON – Actor John Travolta and his wife Kelly Preston are showing off their new bundle of joy!

The couple, who posed with the newborn on the cover of Hello! magazine, have called their baby son Benjamin, who is nearly two months old, a ‘miracle’.

“He’s given the house a renewed spirit and purpose. He’s brought us …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : John Travolta and Kelly Preston show off their newborn baby boy.

Keira Knightley splits from boyfriend Rupert Friend after 5 years

LONDON – Keira Knightley has broken up with her boyfriend of five years, Rupert Friend.

The ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ star, 25, was left heartbroken even though the decision to end the relationship was mutual.

“Yes, they have broken up,” the Sun quoted Keira’s father Will Knightley as saying.

“They were together for quite a long time and … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Keira Knightley splits from boyfriend Rupert Friend after 5 years.

Knightley, Friend call it splits

LONDON – Actress Keira Knightley has split from boyfriend actor Rupert Friend.

The couple, who met on the sets of 2005 movie “Pride & Prejudice”, reached a mutual decision to part ways just before Christmas, reports digitalspy.co.uk.
“Yes, they have broken up. That’s the way things go, unfortunately,” said Knightley’s father Will. “They were together … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Knightley, Friend call it splits.

Lennon’s Ferrari to go under hammer

LONDON – Late singer John Lennon’s first Ferrari is set to go under the hammer at an auction in Paris next month.

Lennon had bought the sports car shortly after passing his driving test in 1965 and it is expected to fetch between $155,000-$220,000 when sold by British auction firm Bonhams, reports contactmusic.com.`
The … Read more : Lennon’s Ferrari to go under hammer.

Depp unfazed by ‘The Tourist’ criticism

LOS ANGELES – Actor Johnny Depp is unfazed by the criticism his new film “The Tourist” has got and feels great with the way the movie has turned out.

“I wanted to work with Angelina (Jolie) and I felt like I had a good handle on the character. It was not a character that Id … Read : Depp unfazed by ‘The Tourist’ criticism.

Neelam Kothari Tying The Knot

MUMBAI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- It is the wedding season in Bollywood as it seems from the latest developments. Even before the buzz surrounding the marriage of actress Lara Datta and player Mahesh Bhupati could cool down a bit, the new of another celebrity marriage has surfaced. Yesteryear actress Neelam Kothari who is a noted jewelery … Read more >>.

San Francisco gets first gay museum in US

SAN FRANCISCO – The first gay museum in the US is opening in San Francisco, cementing the city’s reputation as a mecca for alternative lifestyles.

The institution, which gets its grand opening Thursday, is known as the GLBT History Museum, using the common acronym for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender.
The museum is situated in …. Read the original article  : San Francisco gets first gay museum in US.