Entertainment – Newsletter for January 14, 2011

Bollywood wishes fans on Makar Sankranti

NEW DELHI – Be it Holi, Diwali or Makar Sankranti – the film fraterntiy makes it a point to wish its fans on every occasion. For Sankranti and Pongal, they told fans to enjoy the harvest festival by gorging on gur (jagery) and flying kites.

One of my favorite festivals as a child! Loved … Read more »».

Most Popular Boy Names 2009 Revealed On “Million Dollar Money Drop”

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- Last night’s episode of “Million Dollar Money Drop” had a great impact on all its viewers. Large number of viewers stay glued to the television sets from 8p.m. on Fox channel to catch up the latest episode of the “Million Dollar Money Drop” show. Thursday night’s episode was indeed a great …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

“Yamla Pagla Deewana” Gets Mixed Response

MUMBAI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- “Yamla Pagla Deewana”, the much-awaited Deol centric film was released today. The trailer of the film did not have any fascinating element apart from the presence of the Deol combo. After the failure of “Apne”, Sunny Deol, Dharmendra and Bobby Deol, returned to the silver screen, in a desperate attempt …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : “Yamla Pagla Deewana” Gets Mixed Response.

Stella McCartney excited about designing Olympic wear

LONDON – Fashion designer Stella McCartney, who is designing sportswear for the 2012 Olympics, says it is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to craft the Adidas competition wear.

McCartney was announced last year as the creator of the sportswear firm’s kit for both the British Olympic and Paralympic teams to wear at the London event.
“I …. Source  : Stella McCartney excited about designing Olympic wear.

Elite’s 2011 calendar is all about sensuality

NEW DELHI – If last year there were panoramic views of haweli’s and forts along with uber chic models, the theme of Elite Model Management’s calendar this year is semi-nude models featured

sensually in black and white.
Themed on the four elements of earth, water, air and fire, the fifth edition puts the spotlight … Read more »».

SCRIPT 2011 – A ’short film’ festival with a difference

KOCHI – Billed as the first of its kind in the country, a short film festival SCRIPT 2011 – Social & Corporate Responsibility International Promotional Theatre – would be held here Jan 28-29.

Organised by the Rotary Club of Cochin Metropolis, SCRIPT 2011 has support from the Public Broadcasting Service Trust and the Indian Documentary … Read more »»».

Canada will be next hot spot for Bollywood: Toronto film commissioner

TORONTO – There will be a jump in Bollywood units visiting Canada, thanks to exotic locales like Niagara Falls, the Indian diaspora and first class facilities, says Toronto film commissioner Peter Finestone, pointing out that Hindi movie productions pumped in over $850 million into the economy last year.

“Of course, Bollywood films have been shot …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Jordan’s refusal for IVF treatment another reason for split

LONDON – Reports are abuzz that Katie Price a.k.a Jordan’s refusal for further IVF treatment was another reason for the marriage split.

Mother-of-three Jordan’s decision to discontinue her IVF treatment after two failed attempts sparked a bitter row with Alex Reid, reports the Sun.

A friend said that her refusal to have further treatment crushed Reid’s …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Yara river bursts banks, Melbourne under purview of intense floods

MELBOURNE – Melborne’s Yara river has burst its banks, placing the Victoria capital in flood threat mode.

The Age quoted Victoria Police as saying that a number of cars had been swept away in Stubbs Street and Macaulay Road in Kensington.

Roads in South Melbourne North Melbourne, St Kilda, Research, Tarneit and Maribyrnong, have also reportedly …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Yara river bursts banks, Melbourne under purview of intense floods.

‘Beyond Scared Straight’ Gets Mixed Reviews

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- “Beyond Scared Straight” that was premiered on Thursday in A&E aimed to focus on the adversities and the painful life, that one has to lead in a jail. It took few young female juvenile delinquents to Valley State, where they are exposed to the harshness of a prison life. Although the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : ‘Beyond Scared Straight’ Gets Mixed Reviews.

Using phone while driving makes you more cautious of other drivers

SYDNEY – A new research has suggested that using mobile phone while driving may not be as dangerous as it is believed.

Despite existing research stating that driving while using your mobile phone could be as dangerous as driving under the influence of alcohol, new research has found the link between mobile phone use and [..] Read the original article: here.

LiLo unveils sketches for her new shoe line

MELBOURNE – Lindsay Lohan has unveiled sketches for her new shoe line for her 6126 clothing brand: the name being derived from Marilyn Monroe’s birthday.

According to news.com.au, Lohan has designed new assortment of wedges and boots, which will be priced between 100 dollars – 450 dollars. She took inspiration from ” Old Hollywood glamour…(with) …. Read the original article  : LiLo unveils sketches for her new shoe line.

Miranda Kerr, Orlando Bloom ’struggling to pick baby name’

MELBOURNE – Model Miranda Kerr and husband Orlando Bloom have spent nearly a week with their newborn baby boy but they are yet to come up with a name.

Bloom’s mother Sonia revealed that the couple is having a tough time trying to decide the name of the 4.5kg baby boy.

“They have a list …. Source article  : Miranda Kerr, Orlando Bloom ’struggling to pick baby name’.

Colin Firth gets a star on the ‘Hollywood walk of Fame’

LONDON – British actor Colin Firth has been presented with the 2,429th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and he dedicated it to his wife Livia Firth.

The Golden Globe nominated actor was said to be emotional during the ceremony dedicating the honor to his wife, reports the BBC.

“When I look down there at …. Original source  : Colin Firth gets a star on the ‘Hollywood walk of Fame’.

Men ‘more interested in jobs where individual competition determines wages’

WASHINGTON – A study at the University of Chicago has shown that men are more likely than women to seek jobs in which competition with coworkers affects pay rates, a preference that might help explain persistent pay differences between men and women.

To test whether differences between men’s and women’s interest in competition actually affects their …. Read the original article  : Men ‘more interested in jobs where individual competition determines wages’.

What draws you to a restaurant: social experience and a ‘healthy menu’

WASHINGTON – A new study has found that two factors come into play while deciding a restaurant you would like to go back to – the social experience and the availability of healthy menu options.

John Antun at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and his colleagues developed a 20-item scale called DinEX that predicts whether diners … Read this article on Gaea Times at : What draws you to a restaurant: social experience and a ‘healthy menu’.

New ‘Shock Jock’ briefs that add 2 inches to ‘a man’s frontal measurement’

LONDON – If women can use padded bras to enhance their assets, why can’t men?

The new Shock Jock Flirt Boxer and Brief look like any other underwear but actually add two inches to a man’s anatomy. The pants come with an in-built ‘Active Shaping Technology Cup with authentic looking male features.’

“Guys want underwear … Original source on Gaea Times at : New ‘Shock Jock’ briefs that add 2 inches to ‘a man’s frontal measurement’.

Sting says he likes ‘dressing up’ wife for the bedroom

LONDON – In his latest revelation about his bedroom life, Sting admitted that he loves “dressing up” his 57-year-old wife Trudie Styler.

The couple has been married for 18 years and together for more than 25.

“When we see each other, it’s romance. I don’t think pedestrian sex is very interesting,” the Daily Mail quoted the 59-year-old … Read more >>.

Move over Munni, big boys of Bollywood are here

NEW DELHI – Looks like the Munnis and Sheelas of Bollywood need to make way for the item boys! Stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Salman Khan and Hrithik Roshan are showing a keen interest in song sequences that have so far been the preserve of women.

Farah Khan’s latest film “Tees Maar Khan” …. Read the original article  : here.

Gucci Mane’s Ice-Cream Tattoo Creates Stir

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- Is the cold weather really a reason for people to chill out? If you think it is not, then think again. The latest celebrity to have himself chilled out in the latest fashion is rapper Gucci Mane. The rapper considers himself as cool as an ice-cream. The tattoo that Gucci Mane …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Gucci Mane’s Ice-Cream Tattoo Creates Stir.