Entertainment – Newsletter for February 27, 2011

Former Bond star Timothy Dalton ‘to testify against Mel Gibson’

LONDON – Former Bond star Timothy Dalton will testify on behalf of Oksana Grigorieva against Mel Gibson.

Gibson, 55, is accused of punching ex Grigorieva, 41, in the face and Los Angeles prosecutors are said to be close to deciding whether he must stand trial for assault.

Dalton, 64, is believed to have seen the bruising …. Original source  : Former Bond star Timothy Dalton ‘to testify against Mel Gibson’.

‘Janala’ an achingly beautiful film by Dasgupta (Bengali Movie Review)

Film: “Janala”; Cast: Indraneil Sengupta, Swastika Mukherjee, Tapas Pal, Manoj Mitra, Shankar Chakraborty; Director: Buddhadeb Dasgupta; Producer: Big Pictures; Rating: ****

That Buddhadeb Dasgupta is a poet with several published works to his credit may not be common knowledge. But it is impossible to remain untouched by the lyrical allure of his cinema.
Regardless …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : ‘Janala’ an achingly beautiful film by Dasgupta (Bengali Movie Review).

‘The Fighter’: More than a mere boxing film (IANS Film Review, Rating: ****)

Film: “The Fighter”; Director: David O. Russell; Actors: Mark Wahlberg, Christian Bale and Amy Adams; Rating: ****

Hollywood has done endless sports films, of rising against the odds. One of the most popular sub-genre in this is boxing films. In this over populated field, is there a possibility for doing something new?
As “The Fighter” …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

I was darker than alcoholic Arthur: Russell Brand

LONDON – British comedian Russell Brand, who has battled alcoholism and drug addiction, admits he was much darker than the alcoholic character he plays in “Arthur”.

Brand plays drunken millionaire playboy Arthur Bach in the remake of the popular 1981 film.
“My own personal experiences of frivolity and extravagance were helpful to draw upon …. Original source  : I was darker than alcoholic Arthur: Russell Brand.

Marilyn Monroe voted top Hollywood bombshell of all time

LONDON – Marilyn Monroe, who died in 1962 aged 36, has been voted top Hollywood bombshell of all time.

Angelina Jolie landed the second spot while Scarlett Johansson came third, reports the Daily Express.

Welsh beauty Catherine Zeta Jones stood fourth and Salma Hayek rounded off the top five.

Over 80,000 fans also ranked Monroe ahead of such … Read more >>>.

Bieber vows never to go wild

LONDON – Singer Justin Bieber has vowed never to get into trouble with drugs or alcohol.

“There are a lot of teen stars that have taken the wrong road. I have a great support system, I have great friends and family to keep me grounded and keep me on the right path,” contactmusic.com quoted Bieber …. Original source  : Bieber vows never to go wild.

Hollywood comes to Bollywood (To go with Hollywood talent manager hunts for Bollywood talent)

WASHINGTON – Three new Hollywood films are set to be shot in India shortly as producers explore the Indian market with the help of an Indian American talent manager in Hollywood.

“The process of selecting India as a location has been easy,” says Jai Khanna, a manager at Brillstein Entertainment Partners (BEP), a top Hollywood … Original article on : Hollywood comes to Bollywood (To go with Hollywood talent manager hunts for Bollywood talent).

Emily Blunt fought for ballerina role

LONDON – Actress Emily Blunt has revealed that she had to fight to get the role of a ballerina in the movie “The Adjustment Bureau” as the director wanted to cast a professional dancer.

“I read the script and then about six weeks later, I finally had a meeting with (director) George Nolfi. I would … Read more : Emily Blunt fought for ballerina role.

Hollywood talent manager hunts for Bollywood talent

WASHINGTON – An Indian American talent manager in Hollywood, who manages stars like Irrfan Khan in the US, is on a mission to rope in top Bollywood stars and promote films to be shot in India.

“I don’t see it as a challenge but more so as a creative interest,” Jai Khanna, manager at Brillstein …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

David Beckham gets new tattoo

LONDON – Soccer ace David Beckham has got a new tattoo that depicts Jesus being carried by three angels, which he says stand for his sons.

The British star, who got the tattoo made on the left side of his chest, underwent two sessions over 12 hours to get the image, which includes three cherubs … Original source on Gaea Times at : David Beckham gets new tattoo.

Ronnie Wood doesn’t like Simon Cowell

LONDON – Rolling Stones legend Ronnie Wood isn’t a fan of music mogul Simon Cowell.

“No, I’m not a fan of ‘The X Factor’. I just want to know what Simon Cowell’s talent is?” dailystar.co.uk quoted him as saying.
But Wood was a bit generous towards Cowell’s co-judge Cheryl Cole.
“I think the Americans will … Original article on : Ronnie Wood doesn’t like Simon Cowell.

Halliwell not obsessed with dieting

LONDON – Former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell says she doesn’t believe in following a strict diet regimen.

The singer, who has designed a range of swimwear for high street retailer Next, is known for her fluctuating shape. Now she is comfortable with herself.
“I don’t follow strict diets because I don’t believe in them. I’ve … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Halliwell not obsessed with dieting.

Charlie Sheen shopping $10m tell-all book?

NEW YORK – Troubled actor Charlie Sheen is reportedly hunting for a 10-million-dollar deal to release his memoirs.

He reportedly told gossip TMZ that he wants to lift the lid on his eight years on his hit TV show ‘Two and a Half Men’ in an explosive book – titled ‘When The Laughter Stopped’.

He will reportedly … Original article on : Charlie Sheen shopping $10m tell-all book?.

John Galliano to sue couple accusing him of making Asian slurs

NEW YORK – John Galliano’s lawyer has said that he will file a defamation lawsuit against the couple accusing him of making anti-Semitic remarks.

The British fashion icon is planning to sue the couple after they claimed he hurled anti-Semitic slurs at them at a restaurant in Paris, resulting in his suspension as head designer of …. Source article  : John Galliano to sue couple accusing him of making Asian slurs.

Shabana’s emotional reunion with Faiz’s daughters

MUMBAI – It was a tearful moment for actress Shabana Azmi, as she walked across the Wagah border into Pakistan and had an emotional reunion with famed Pakistani poet Faiz Ahmed Faiz’s two daughters.

Shabana and husband Javed Akhtar went across the border this week along with 10 theatre artists including M.S. Sathyu, Shama Zaidi, …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Shabana’s emotional reunion with Faiz’s daughters.

‘Tanu Weds Manu’ is an honest film: Anand Rai

MUMBAI – Director Anand L. Rai says that his “Tanu Weds Manu” is an honest film and portrays the world from the place he belongs – New Delhi.

“It’s an honest film. You will feel you are one of them — part of that love story and part of that humour. What I am very …. Source  : ‘Tanu Weds Manu’ is an honest film: Anand Rai.

Please don’t club me with Rahat: Adnan

MUMBAI – Singer-composer Adnan Sami is none too pleased by attempts in the Pakistani media to club his case with that of Pakistani singer Rahat Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan who was arrested in Delhi airport earlier this month for carrying undeclared foreign currency.

Attempts have been made by the Pakistani media to get in touch …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Please don’t club me with Rahat: Adnan.

Rihanna to be in ‘The Bodyguard’ remake?

LONDON – Singer Rihanna has been tipped to take Whitney Houston’s role in the remake of 1992’s “The Bodyguard”.

The 23-year-old is said to be on Warner Bros’ shortlist to play Rachel Marron, as are Taylor Swift, 21, and Miley Cyrus, 18, reports dailystar.co.uk.
“We think she is a name people will go for to …. Read the original article  : Rihanna to be in ‘The Bodyguard’ remake?.

Hathaway’s motherhood plan

LONDON – Actress Anne Hathaway has motherhood on her mind and is hoping to become a mum by 2016.

The “Devil Wears Prada” star, who is dating actor Adam Schulman, dreams about having a big family and admits she has set herself a five-year deadline to get pregnant, reports contactmusic.com.
“I have no plans to … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Hathaway’s motherhood plan.

Minogue enjoys washing dishes

LONDON – Singer Kylie Minogue enjoys doing chores such as washing dishes for her boyfriend Andres Velencoso.

The 42-year-old singer, who has been dating the Spanish model for over two years, loves the fact that she can live an ordinary life with the hunk and then take to the stage in front of thousands of … Original article on : Minogue enjoys washing dishes.