Shekhar Kapur on how studio wanted a star as Elizabeth, not ‘unknown girl’ Cate Blanchett

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Shekhar Kapur on how studio wanted a star as Elizabeth, not ‘unknown girl’ Cate Blanchett

Veteran filmmaker Shekhar Kapur has revealed how a studio had insisted that he cast a star in his Hollywood directorial debut, “Elizabeth”. He recalled insisting on going with his heart and roping in the “unknown girl” Cate Blanchett back in 1998.

“Elizabeth was my first Hollywood film. I had noticed an unknown girl called Cate Blanchett who I wanted to play Elizabeth. My agent said Studio wanted a star and if I kept insisting on an unknown actor, they will replace me. I said I had to go with my heart. The rest is history,” Kapur tweeted.

Blanchett got global fame for portraying Elizabeth I in the Hollywood drama, for which she won the BAFTA Award as Best Actress and earned her first Oscar nomination in the Best Actress category.

Kapur’s tweet comes amidst director R. Balki’s defense of Bollywood star kids in the nepotism debate.

“The question is do they (star kids) have an unfair or bigger advantage? Yes, there are pros and cons. But I’d ask one simple question:?Find me a better actor than Alia (Bhatt) or Ranbir (Kapoor), and we’ll argue. It’s unfair on these few people who’re probably some of the finest actors,” R Balki recently told Hindustan Times in an interview.

Kapur had earlier tweeted: “Have huge respect for you, Balki. But I just saw ‘Kai Po Che’ again last night. Three new young actors at that time. And stunning believable performances by each.”

Several celebrities in Bollywood have countered Balki’s viewpoint, including Kapur, writer-editor Apurva Asrani, filmmaker Onir, and actors Maanvi Gagroo and Avinash Tiwary.

Katrina, Siddhant Chaturvedi, Ishaan Khatter in horror comedy

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Katrina, Siddhant Chaturvedi, Ishaan Khatter in horror comedy

Katrina Kaif, Siddhant Chaturvedi and Ishaan Khatter are coming together for a horror-comedy film titled “Phone Bhoot”, which is scheduled for a 2021 release.

The film is produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar and directed by Gurmeet Singh. It is written by Ravi Shankaran and Jasvinder Singh Bath.

“Darna allowed hai, as long as you’re laughing along the way. #PhoneBhoot, ringing in cinemas near you in 2021,” read the official announcement tweet on Monday by Excel Entertainment, the production house of Sidhwani and Akhtar.

Ishaan Khatter

The tweet was accompanied by a picture of Katrina, Siddhant, and Ishaan in black and white suits. The photo was shot before the lockdown was imposed.

Katrina also posted the same image on her Instagram and captioned it: “The one-stop-shop for all boot related problems, #PhoneBhoot ringing in cinemas in 2021.”

The team will begin shoot later this year.

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Manushi Chhillar reveals she is a closet chess fanatic

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Manushi Chhillar reveals she is a closet chess fanatic

Actress and former Miss World Manushi Chhillar on International Chess Day on Monday shared that she is a closet chess fanatic, adding that the game stretches the mind in terms of strategy and imagination.

Manushi and her father Mitra Basu Chhillar love a close game of chess and the debutante is an extremely competitive chess fanatic.

“Chess stretches your mind in terms of strategy and imagination because you really have to outwit your opponent at any cost. Playing chess with my dad is something that I have always loved doing because he’s the most unpredictable, intelligent, and the sharpest person I’ve ever played with,” Manushi said.

The actress thanks to her father for infusing a sense of competitiveness in her through chess, which has definitely helped her to focus on her goals.

She added: “I’m fiercely competitive and my father fuelled this, encouraged this thoroughly because he always wanted me to beat him at the game, which I did manage once! He is a very clever chess partner and I love to play with him because he doesn’t give me any room to make errors even though I’m his daughter!”

Manushi says her father is also equally competitive.

“It’s exasperating and it’s equally thrilling! He is equally competitive! So, the games just become too much fun. We have had several nailbiters and I can say that I’m still learning from him.”

Manushi is all set to make her Bollywood debut opposite superstar Akshay Kumar in the upcoming film “Prithviraj”.

Directed by Chandraprakash Dwivedi, “Prithviraj” is based on the life of king Prithviraj Chauhan. It stars Akshay as Prithviraj, while Manushi will play the role of the Sanyogita, the love of his life.

Bachchan Family shifted to Nanavati hospital

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Bachchan Family shifted to Nanavati hospital

Almost a week after they tested positive for COVID-19, actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and daughter Aaradhya Bachchan were shifted to Nanavati hospital on Friday, July 17.

Hospital authorities say they are doing fine.Aishwarya, 46 and eight-year-old Aaradhya were diagnosed with coronavirus on Sunday, a day after the actor’s father-in-law, megastar Amitabh Bachchan, and husband Abhishek Bachchan tested positive for the COVID-19. Big B’s wife Jaya Bachchan tested negative.

The mother-daughter duo was self-quarantining at home till now.Amitabh, 77, and Abhishek, 44, both are already in the isolation ward of Nanavati hospital.Since his diagnosis, Amitabh has been regularly updating his admires about his health on social media.

“In happy times, in times of illness, you our near and dear, our well wishers, our fans have ever given us unstinting love , affection care and prayer .. we express our bountiful gracious gratitude to you all .. in these circumstances hospital protocol, restrictive,” the screen icon tweeted on Friday evening.

Sethupathi opted out citing that his dates were unavailable

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Sethupathi opted out citing that his dates were unavailable

The news of Vijay Sethupathi walking out of Allu Arjun’s film called Pushpa has set the world of social media abuzz. When the news broke, speculations were rife as to why he was taking the step.

However, according to an entertainment report, Sethupathi opted out citing that his dates were unavailable. It is learnt that he has also met director Sukumaran personally and have explained his situation.

It is now expected that the complete list of the cast will be out soon.The movie will be released in five languages including Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada. Rashmika Mandanna will be sharing the screen space with Allu Arjun. The film is produced by Mythri Movie Makers. Devi Sri Prasad is going to score the music for the movie.

In another news, the makers of the movie have planned a high-octane action sequence. It is said that they are ready to spend a whopping amount of Rs. 6 crores for a 6-minute action scene.

However, interestingly the makers have opted for a ‘Make in India’ project rather tham hiring international stunt choreographers.

Vijay Sethupathi was last seen in Oh My Kadavule in an extended cameo. He will be next seen with Thalapathy Vijay in Master.

Nithin marriage will take place in Hyderbad

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Nithin marriage will take place in Hyderbad

Telugu actor Nithiin and his sweetheart Shalini were supposed to have a destination wedding on April 16th in Dubai. However, due to the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, they decided to postpone their wedding date.

It’s now official that, Nithin marriage will take place in Hyderbad on July 26th. The increase in the number of coronavirus cases in the city has forced the couple to have a low-key wedding ceremony with only family members and close friends in attendance.

On the work front, Nithiin who scored a super hit with Bheeshma is starring in Rang De, Check and lined up Andhadhun remake and Power Peta.

Big B gets time to reflect on life decisions during Covid isolation

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Big B gets time to reflect on life decisions during Covid isolation

Actor Amitabh Bachchan is reflecting back on his life, decisions and the consequences of his decisions, as he recovers from the novel coronavirus in the COVID ward of a hospital here.

In his latest blog post, Big B has shared a few lines by his father, the late poet Harivanshrai Bachchan, and mentioned how all the time that he has on his hands right now has led him to reflect on his past decisions.

“In the rush of life, when did I ever get the time to, to sit somewhere, for a while and to think .. that what I did, what I said and what I believed in .. what was good in that and what bad ..now I get the time,” he began the post.

“.. and in these moments doth the mind trace back events words, incidents as vividly as one can ever imagine .. distinct, precise, specific and with the clarity of its occurrence .. and you wonder .. wonder what transpired as a result of it .. and you wonder whether it should or could have been done differently .. .. but wonder as much you may .. fated decisions remain fated,” he added.

The cine icon is admitted to Nanavati hospital’s isolation ward after he, along with three of his family members, tested positive for Covid-19.

His son, Abhishek Bachchan, daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai and granddaughter Aaradhya have also tested positive and are admitted to the same hospital.

On Friday, Big B took to Instagram and thanked everyone who has been praying for a speedy recovery and showering well wishes.

Expressing his gratitude to all well-wishers, Big B pointed out that individual responses are not possible due to the restrictive protocols of the hospital.

“In happy times, in times of illness, you are near and dear, our well-wishers, our fans have ever given us unstinting love, affection care, and prayer .. we express our bountiful gracious gratitude to you all .. in these circumstances hospital protocol is restrictive, so individual responses are not possible .. but we see, read, hear all of you .. thank you ever,” Big B wrote.

Along with it, he posted a picture in which he is seen with son Abhishek. Bachchan senior strikes a smiling pose in the frame.

Rita Wilson: Why wouldn’t you wear a mask if it’s good for your health?

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Rita Wilson: Why wouldn’t you wear a mask if it’s good for your health?

Actress-musician Rita Wilson says wearing a face mask during a pandemic should be a normal thing, and feels the debate around it makes no sense.

“Why wouldn’t you wear a mask if it’s good for your health? It doesn’t make sense,” she said, according to a hollywoodreporter.com report.

The actress, who spoke to Gayle King on “CBS This Morning”, was one of the first Hollywood figures diagnosed with Covid-19 back in March, along with actor husband Tom Hanks.

After recovering from the disease, both Hanks and Wilson have been vocal about the importance of preventive measures, including wearing covering one’s face in public — a point that has become a base for debate for many.

“I don’t understand why something that’s so easy to do has become an issue or something that people are coming up against,” Wilson said.

Back in March, Wilson celebrated being a “Covid-19 survivor”. She took to Instagram to share that she is “celebrating the beauty of this life, the blessings God has given, and my continued good health, even now as a Covid-19 survivor”.

According to Wilson, March 29 is a special date that “represents a time of great happiness”.

“I was on Broadway starring with Larry David in his play ‘Fish In The Dark’ before finding out I had been diagnosed with breast cancer,” Wilson captioned a slideshow of three photos.

The first image shows her and David standing side by side and smiling.

“March 29 also marks five years of being cancer-free after having had a bilateral mastectomy. I am so thankful for my health, for the doctors, nurses, friends, and family who got me through that time. You, online friends, also need to be thanked because your prayers and optimism were felt deeply. And, so thankful for the blessings God has bestowed on me, then and now,” she continued.

The post also included a photograph of her sitting next to her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which she was presented on March 29 a year ago.

“I was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a street, that as a child, I’d walk on and read all the names of the stars I admired… Never believing one day my name would be on one of those stars,” she said.

“And one year ago today, I released my fourth album, ‘Halfway To Home’,” the caption continued, with the third picture in the post showing the cover of her album.

“Every day I get to make music is a gift. So much has happened musically in that one year. So much goodness. All of this would not be possible without good health. Please take a moment today to acknowledge the amazing creation your bodies are and to thank it for doing so much,” she added.

She concluded: “So, today, March 29, I am celebrating the beauty of this life, the blessings God has given, and my continued good health, even now as a COVID 19 survivor. Please take a moment today to acknowledge the amazing creation your bodies are and to thank it for doing so much.”

Priyanka Chopra turns 38, B-Town wishes pour in for b’day girl

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Priyanka Chopra turns 38, B-Town wishes pour in for b’day girl

Bollywood took to social media on Saturday, to wish Priyanka Chopra Jonas on her 38th birthday.

Kareena Kapoor, who worked with Priyanka in “Aitraaz”, posted a picture from the set of “Koffee With Karan”, where she can be seen with the birthday girl.

“Happy birthday Priyanka. May you continue to inspire the world. Hugs from across the globe,” she captioned the image.

Anushka Sharma wrote: “Happy birthday Priyanka. You are strong, a fighter, and inspiration to many. Here’s wishing you a splendid birthday.”

Along with her wish, Anushka shared a still from “Dil Dhadakne Do”, the film where the two actresses had shared screen space.

Sonam Kapoor posted a picture where she is seen hugging Priyanka.

“Happy birthday, Priyanka. I hope you have a fantastic day today, and I can’t wait to meet you in person,” Sonam wrote.

Sharing a selfie on Instagram stories, Huma Qureshi wrote: “My girl crush teaching me how it’s done. Happy birthday.”

Actress Rakul Preet Singh called Priyanka a “rockstar”.

Actor Maniesh Paul tweeted: “Happy birthday @priyankachopra keep shining…stay blessed.”

Priyanka is currently spending time with her husband Nick Jonas in their home in Los Angeles.

Richa Chadha on importance of veganism in post-Covid world

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Richa Chadha on importance of veganism in post-Covid world

Actress Richa Chadha feels large-scale production and consumption of animal products is harming the planet as well as the human race.

“There’s a lot of discussion about the last two epidemics originating from meat and poultry farms. The large-scale production, consumption of animal products is harming the planet as well as the human race,” Richa said.

The actress had an educational chat with PETA to discuss veganism and why it is a sustainable life choice in the post-COVID world.

“I wanted to be able to talk about it without sounding preachy. The whole concept of veganism stems from ‘live and let live’, so the idea is not to force people to convert to veganism. Food is connected with culture and nostalgia. But by speaking about it in a practical fashion, we are hoping that people give this a shot. They can start by becoming vegan a few days a week. Hopefully, 2020 will usher in a lot of changes in mindset,” she said.

Amid the lockdown and pandemic, Richa has started reading again, and she says the experience feels new.

Taking to Instagram recently, Richa shared a photograph that captures her reading a book.

“Reading again. Feels new… #Surrealphoto #reading #sunset #Rumi #wednesdayWisdom #richachadha #actor #sapiosexual #manypeoplehavethisintheirbioandtheydontunderstandit #lockdown,” she wrote alongside the image.

Richa was last seen in the courtroom drama “Section 375”. Her upcoming films are “Abhi Toh Party Shuru Hui Hai” and “Shakeela”.

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