Entertainment – Newsletter for February 18, 2011

Goa tourism raises concern over ‘Dum Maro Dum’ content

PANAJI – Two months before its release, Rohan Sippy’s “Dum Maro Dum” has rattled Goa’s tourism industry as initial reports about the Abhishek Bachchan-starrer suggest that the movie delves a lot into the state’s narcotics mafia and sex trade.

Both the contentious issues have put Goa on the international map of infamy and with … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Goa tourism raises concern over ‘Dum Maro Dum’ content.

Rowland shows off her first tattoo

LONDON – Singer Kelly Rowland is sporting her first tattoo – she has got the word “Masterpiece” inked on the right side of her torso.

The 30-year-old singer got it done Wednesday. The Destiny’s Child star was accompanied to a body art parlour by her friend La La Vazquez and the former MTV VJ took … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Rowland shows off her first tattoo.

Nepal beefs up security for Bryan Adams concert

KATHMANDU – As the countdown began to the much awaited Bryan Adams concert to be held here Saturday, Nepal began beefing up security arrangements after the authorities in New Delhi cancelled the star’s show there due to security concerns.

For the 51-year-old rock star’s live show in the Dasharath Rangashala, Kathmandu’s oldest open-air stadium, nearly …. Original source  : Nepal beefs up security for Bryan Adams concert.

Men chat more than women: Survey

LONDON – It may come as a surprise to many, but men talk more than women, according to a new survey.

When it comes to which is the more talkative sex, researchers have uncovered that – chaps are the bigger chatterboxes.

But they are not very good at it. Although men use more words, they are not …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Kardashian family earned $65m last year

WASHINGTON – The Kardashian family reportedly earned a staggering 65 million dollars last year – more than Tom Cruise, Sandra Bullock and Angelina Jolie made combined.

According to an insider at The Hollywood Reporter, the Kardashians have banked with endorsements, a reality-TV show, Twitter, paid public appearances, fragrance lines, Dash clothing stores and more.

“We’re just this …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Kardashian family earned $65m last year.

Vanessa Hudgens undergoes a dark new makeover, gets first tattoo

LONDON – Vanessa Hudgens, who became a household name playing angel-faced good girl Gabriella in the High School Musical films, has undergone a startling makeover.

The 22-year-old stepped out at New York Fashion Week looking more goth girl than teen queen, reports the Daily Mail.

And to truly ensure there are no more Disney roles in her … Read more : Vanessa Hudgens undergoes a dark new makeover, gets first tattoo.

MJ ‘tried to hire personal anaesthetist for London gigs’

LONDON – Michael Jackson tried to hire a personal anaesthetist for his London concerts because his drug addiction was severe, it has emerged.

The King of Pop, who died aged 50 from an overdose of sedative propofol in 2009, was desperate for someone to “take care of him” on tour, reports the Daily Star.

He contacted Las … Read this article on Gaea Times at : MJ ‘tried to hire personal anaesthetist for London gigs’.

Lady Gaga emphasises on early sex education

LONDON – Pop star Lady Gaga says her mother taught her about sex at a young age because she wanted to make the singer more self aware.

“My mother talked to me about sex at a young age and she always taught me to be self aware. She taught me a lot of things when …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Lady Gaga emphasises on early sex education.

Cyrus wants to do charity in Indonesia

LONDON – Teen superstar Miley Cyrus wants to take a break from her singing and acting career to work as a missionary in Indonesia.

The Hannah Montana star reveals charity work is high on her list of things to do in 2011 and she is keen to help build wells to improve access to clean … Read more : Cyrus wants to do charity in Indonesia.

Clooney, Canalis don’t plan on having kids

LONDON – Italian model Elisabetta Canalis says she does not plan to have children with long-term partner George Clooney.

“Getting pregnant has never been an objective for me. My maternal desires are fully satisfied with my dogs,” femalefirst.co.uk quoted her as saying.
Elisabetta has no problems with being known only as George’s girlfriend, admitting she … Read more : Clooney, Canalis don’t plan on having kids.

Dench joins campaign to save movie hall

LONDON – Veteran actress Dame Judi Dench has joined a campaign to save a small cinema hall in Scotland by signing up to become one of its celebrity supporters.

The actress has followed in the footsteps of Tilda Swinton, Dougray Scott, Robbie Coltrane and Rowan Atkinson by becoming a patron of the Highland Theatre in … Read more >>>.

Is Paris Hilton planning to wed beau Cy Waits?

WASHINGTON – It seems Paris Hilton is ready to walk down the aisle.

The hotel heiress has spilled the beans on her love life and has insisted that she is serious about boyfriend Cy Waits.

“It’s really serious and I’m so happy,” RadarOnline quoted her as telling KIIS Fm radio host Ryan Seacrest when asked how her … Read more : Is Paris Hilton planning to wed beau Cy Waits?.

Wild behavior is Charlie Sheen’s lifestyle, says ex Denise Richards

NEW YORK – Denise Richards has said that ex-husband Charlie Sheen’s wild behavior is just the status quo for the bad boy actor.

“This has been something I have dealt with for years. This is not a new situation,” the New York Daily News quoted her as saying in an interview on ABC’s ‘The View’ set …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Wild behavior is Charlie Sheen’s lifestyle, says ex Denise Richards.

Lady Gaga’s latest single is 1,000th number one on Billboard’s Hot 100

LONDON – ‘Poker Face’ singer Lady Gaga has made history after her latest single became the 1,000th number one on Billboard’s Hot 100.

‘Born This Way’ is 24-year-old Gaga’s third US number one single, following her 2009 hits ‘Just Dance’ and ‘Poker Face’, and it is only the 19th single to debut at number one in … Read more >>.

Lady Gaga was taught about sex at a young age

WASHINGTON – Lady Gaga has admitted her mother taught her about the ‘birds and the bees’ when she was a child in the hope of making her more aware about sex.

“My mother talked to me about sex at a young age and she always taught me to be self aware. She taught me a lot …. Source  : Lady Gaga was taught about sex at a young age.

My sci-fi characters close to reality: Hollywood director

NEW DELHI – Unperturbed by the comparison of his film “I Am Number Four” with other super-hit teenage fantasy dramas, Hollywood director D.J. Caruso says the closeness of his characters with reality sets them apart from other sci-fi films.

Fantasy dramas like the “Harry Potter” franchise and “Lord Of The Rings” swept the audience off … Read more : My sci-fi characters close to reality: Hollywood director.

Rod Stewart becomes father for the 8th time

LONDON – Rock star Rod Stewart’s wife Penny Lancaster has given birth to a boy. The baby is his eighth child at the age of 66.

Aiden was born on Wednesday in the UK weighing 7lb 12oz.

A statement released on the couple’s behalf said they were “proud and thrilled” and both mother and child were healthy.

“After …. Read the original article  : Rod Stewart becomes father for the 8th time.

Gaga wears ‘latex condom inspired outfit’ on ‘GMA’ to promote ’safe sex’

NEW YORK – Lady Gaga wore a ‘latex condom inspired outfit’ on ‘Good Morning America’ to promote ’safe sex’.

The pop star’s fashion choices often come without explanations, but she offered a partly-bizarre, partly-innovative reason for her latest wacky outfit on ‘GMA’ Thursday.

Dressed in a nude-colored latex ensemble, the singer said, “today was a latex condom … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Gaga wears ‘latex condom inspired outfit’ on ‘GMA’ to promote ’safe sex’.

MJ’s estate makes $310m since his death in 2009

NEW YORK – Michael Jackson’s estate has made a whopping 310 million dollars since the singer’s drug overdose death in June 2009.

New documents obtained by TMZ reveal that the Jackson kingdom, once on the verge of collapse with 400 million dollars owed various creditors, has been able to pay down roughly 159 million dollars in … Read this article on Gaea Times at : MJ’s estate makes $310m since his death in 2009.

Kenya hardselling leisure, biz travel in India

NEW DELHI – You can visit Kenya 20 times and still do something different each time, may be even snack on your favourite samosa! The east African nation is busy positioning itself as an upper middle class holiday destination for leisure, honeymoon and business travellers from India.

Kenya, sought after for its wildlife safaris, exotic … Read more >>.