Entertainment – Newsletter for February 22, 2011

If a lovers’ tiff leaves you fuming, blame your parents

LONDON – If a lovers tiff leaves you fuming, blame your parents, not your partner.

The better your relationship with your parents in childhood, the better you are at getting over tiffs as an adult, according to a new study.
Scientists from the University of Minnesota in the US monitored a group of … Original source on Gaea Times at : If a lovers’ tiff leaves you fuming, blame your parents.

Loudmouth, indecent reality shows not for Saumya Tandon

NEW DELHI – Television reality shows are a sure-shot way to climb up popularity ladder, but Saumya Tandon, who is co-anchoring Zor Ka Jhatka with Shah Rukh Khan, doesn’t want to be in any programme that is high on abuses, nudity and low on discovering talent.

“I can’t do shows like ‘Bigg Boss’, ‘Iss Jungle …. Original article  : Loudmouth, indecent reality shows not for Saumya Tandon.

Gibson’s ex turns down $15 mn offer

LONDON – Mel Gibson’s ex-girlfriend has rejected a $15 million peace deal with the star “to see where the chips might fall” in court, she said in an e-mail which was leaked online.

Oksana Grigorieva, 40, agreed to the $15 million settlement with the the actor last year – but later pulled out, reports …. Original article  : Gibson’s ex turns down $15 mn offer.

Rihanna attracted to Colin Farrell, plans a date

LONDON – It seems actor Colin Farrell has worked his charms on singer Rihanna so mcuh so that she hasn’t stopped texting him.

Rihanna met ex-hellraiser Colin on Graham Norton’s chat show before Christmas. They exchanged numbers and the Irish Rover has been receiving lots of flirty messages, reports thesun.co.uk.
A source said: … Read more >>.

Bollywood wishes Rahman luck for Oscars

MUMBAI – Music maestro A.R. Rahman has bagged two nominations at the 83rd Academy Awards for his work in Danny Boyles 127 Hours and the film frat is hoping that the composer triumphs again at the gala event Sunday.

His colleagues and friends wish him luck and are hoping he brings the golden statuette … Read : Bollywood wishes Rahman luck for Oscars.

Aborted baby could have been Charlie Sheen’s child, says porn star

WASHINGTON – In an interview, one of Charlie Sheen’s porn stars, Kacey Jordan, has revealed that she recently had an abortion, and that the baby could have been his.

The 22-year-old adult entertainer hooked up with the troubled 45-year-old ‘Two and a Half Men’ star during his most recent coke and booze fuelled porn star sex …. Original article  : Aborted baby could have been Charlie Sheen’s child, says porn star.

Mel Gibson’s ex ‘rejected $15m peace deal’

London, Feb 22 (ANI): Mel Gibson’s ex Oksana Grigorieva turned down a 15-million-dollar peace deal, emails reveal.

The 40-year-old Russian singer agreed to the 9.2million dollars settlement with the ‘Braveheart’ actor last year – but later pulled out.

An email to Grigorieva’s lawyer explaining her decision was leaked online yesterday, reports the Sun.

She said she’d only … Read : Mel Gibson’s ex ‘rejected $15m peace deal’.

LiLo in talks to star in first movie since rehab stint

NEW YORK – Lindsay Lohan is in negotiations to star in her first film since finishing her 3-month court-ordered stay at a California rehab facility.

The 24-year-old actress will return by mid-year for a role in “Escaping the Game,” a drama to be filmed in the US and Spain, producer Nathan Folks told RadarOnline.

Folks said contracts …. Read the original article  : LiLo in talks to star in first movie since rehab stint.

Mel Gibson’s ex ‘rejected $15m peace deal’

LONDON – Mel Gibson’s ex Oksana Grigorieva turned down a 15-million-dollar peace deal, emails reveal.

The 40-year-old Russian singer agreed to the 9.2million dollars settlement with the ‘Braveheart’ actor last year – but later pulled out.

An email to Grigorieva’s lawyer explaining her decision was leaked online yesterday, reports the Sun.

She said she’d only accept if …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Mel Gibson’s ex ‘rejected $15m peace deal’.

Janet Jackson narrowly avoids another wardrobe malfunction

LONDON – Janet Jackson, who made headlines in 2004 for her unfortunate ‘wardrobe malfunction’ at the Super Bowl half time show, narrowly avoided another during a concert in Taiwan on Friday.

The singer wore a skin tight, extremely low cut rubber cat suit as she performed alongside an array of exotically clad dancers, reports the Daily … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Janet Jackson narrowly avoids another wardrobe malfunction.

Why Colin Firth would never cheat on his wife

LONDON – ‘The King’s Speech’ star Colin Firth has revealed why he would never cheat on his wife, Livia.

The actor, who is the favourite to win an Oscar this year, says having a beautiful wife makes him immune to the advances of gorgeous fans, reports the Daily Express.

Despite being approached and chatted up by … Read more >>>.

I pray for Charlie Sheen, says dad Martin

LONDON – Hollywood legend Martin Sheen has revealed that he prays for his troubled son Charlie.

The ‘West Wing’ star said the actor, who has fought a well-documented battle with drugs and checked into rehab last month, had the backing of his family, reports the Telegraph.

When asked how he was supporting his son, Sheen replied: “With …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Charlie Sheen ‘house-hunting’ for ex-wives

WELLINGTON – In a bid to improve his relationships with ex-wives Denise Richards and Brooke Mueller, Charlie Sheen is reportedly planning to buy them new homes near him.

Charlie has two daughters with Denise, Sam and Lola; and twins, Bob and Max with Brooke.

The star is now said to be keen to mend his relationships with … Read : Charlie Sheen ‘house-hunting’ for ex-wives.

Bank balance ‘more important than compatibility when it comes to love’

LONDON – It looks like financial stability is more important than compatibility when it comes to choosing a date.

According to a Post Office survey, four in 10 people see bank balance as the most important factor.

While a lovestruck.com poll found more than three-quarters of men want to be secure moneywise before seeking a partner.

“Savvy singles …. Source  : Bank balance ‘more important than compatibility when it comes to love’.

Bieber fills Gomez’s house with flowers

LONDON – Teen-aged singing sensation Justin Bieber has reportedly bought every flower in a florist shop and sent these to his girlfriend Selena Gomez.

Femalefirst.co.uk reports, the 16-year-old singer called up at a store Wednesday and asked the staff if they could “fill” his girlf-friend Gomez’s house with bouquets.
The shop picked up every …. Read the original article  : Bieber fills Gomez’s house with flowers.

Shooting begins on ‘William and Kate’ film

LONDON – A television film about Prince William’s relationship with his fincee Kate Middleton has gone on floors in the US.

Contactmusic.com reports that the movie titled William and Kate tells how the British pPrince met his fiancee and depicts events leading up to their wedding scheduled for April 29.
The actors who will play …. Read the original article  : here.

Hema Malini to do cameo in ‘Aarakshan’

NEW DELHI – Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan and veteran actress Hema Malini, who were seen together on screen in “Baghban” and “Baabul”, will be seen together again in “Aarakshan”.

“Hemaji joins us tomorrow (Tuesday) for the shooting of ‘Aarakshan’ .. a cameo but all looking forward to her arrival … ‘Baghbaan’ remembered (sic),” Amitabh posted …. Read the original article  : here.

Lindsay to star in ‘Escaping The Game’

LONDON – After her rehab stint, actress Lindsay Lohan has reportedly signed on to take a lead role in Escaping The Game about celebrities unable to handle fame.

The film focuses on celebrities who can’t handle the pressures of fame and escape to create a new life for themselves on a remote island. Lindsay will …. Read the original article  : here.

British Pakistani Sofia shows Asian diaspora’s life in ‘Dishonoured’

MUMBAI – Sofia Hayat, a Britain-based actress of Pakistani origin, who was kidnapped by her parents at knife point, has scripted a film called “Dishonoured”, about the trials and tribulations of Asians in Britain. She says it is inspired by her own life.

“I have written a film script, which would be half filmed in …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : British Pakistani Sofia shows Asian diaspora’s life in ‘Dishonoured’.

Dunst loves British fashion

LONDON – American actress Kirsten Dunst has revealed that she’s a huge fan of British fashion.

The 28-year-old is regarded as one of the most fashion-forward people in New York but says her American peers don’t have the sense of style.
I think it’s all to do with heritage and where you’re from. Because of …. Source  : Gaea News Network.