Saturday, August 23, 2008

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Hollywood News

Actor Jason Lee, girlfriend welcome baby girl

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 11:23 PM CDT

Washington, Aug 24 (DPA) Jason Lee, the star of TV show My name is Earl, and his girlfriend Ceren Alkac have become parents of a baby girl, People magazine reported Saturday.

Amitabh Bachchan gets all-clear after diabetes test in Britain

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 10:43 PM CDT

Leicester, Aug 23 (IANS) Indian screen idol Amitabh Bachchan underwent a diabetes test in this British city before a large crowd of Indians and exhorted them to follow his example.

I'm learning Japanese, Chinese for a new film: Mohanlal

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 10:15 PM CDT

Dubai, Aug 24 (IANS) Malayalam movie superstar Mohanlal is learning Japanese and Chinese for his upcoming Japanese movie about an Indian freedom fighter.

Madonna kicks off 'Sticky and Sweet' world tour

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 08:47 PM CDT

London, Aug 24 (DPA) Material Girl Madonna has kicked off her 'Sticky and Sweet' world tour in Cardiff before an estimated 40,000 screaming fans.

Roger Daltrey to lead his generation in the war against ageism

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 09:05 AM CDT

London, Aug 23 (ANI): English rocker Roger Daltrey, 64, has vowed to lead his generation in the war against ageism.

Lohan's gal pal Ronson served with legal papers during her DJ act

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 07:05 AM CDT

Washington, Aug 23 (ANI): Hollywood actress Lindsay Lohan's close pal DJ Samantha Ronson was reportedly served with legal papers- while she was in the middle of a DJ set.

James Bond brought Jack White, Alicia Keys together

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 07:05 AM CDT

London, Aug 23 (ANI): White Stripes frontman Jack White gives credit to James Bond for finally getting him to work with Alicia Keys.

Ernest Borgnine credits acting with helping him live till 91

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 07:05 AM CDT

Washington, Aug 23 (ANI): Hollywood actor Ernest Borgnine has rebutted the idea of retiring from movies, insisting that his profession has helped him live to the age of 91.

iley Cyrus' 16th b'day wish list - a big car, a puppy and a Wii Fit

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 07:05 AM CDT

Washington, Aug 23 (ANI): Hannah Montana actress Miley Cyrus 16th birthday wish list includes - a big car, a puppy and a Wii Fit.

'Busted' Kerry Katona to splash 15K pounds on boob job

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 07:05 AM CDT

London, Aug 23 (ANI): Just after a day of being declared bankrupt, popstar Kerry Katona is going to shell out 15,000 pounds on a boob job.

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Entertainment News

Cultures shouldn't become globalised mush: Titanic composer

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 11:33 PM CDT

Mumbai, Aug 24 (IANS) British music arranger-composer John Altman, known for his work in films like 'Titanic' and 'Shall We Dance', has just scored for a Malayalam movie, but says it is important to preserve the diversity of sounds all over the world.

Actor Jason Lee, girlfriend welcome baby girl

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 11:23 PM CDT

Washington, Aug 24 (DPA) Jason Lee, the star of TV show My name is Earl, and his girlfriend Ceren Alkac have become parents of a baby girl, People magazine reported Saturday.

Amitabh Bachchan gets all-clear after diabetes test in Britain

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 10:43 PM CDT

Leicester, Aug 23 (IANS) Indian screen idol Amitabh Bachchan underwent a diabetes test in this British city before a large crowd of Indians and exhorted them to follow his example.

Two releases on a day, but Kay Kay wasn't nervous

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 10:35 PM CDT

Mumbai, Aug 24 (IANS) Kay Kay Menon, who has proven his mettle in different genres, had two releases on the same day this week - 'Mumbai Meri Jaan' and 'Maan Gaye Mughal-E-Azam'. But the actor says that he was far from nervous on D-day.

I'm learning Japanese, Chinese for a new film: Mohanlal

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 10:15 PM CDT

Dubai, Aug 24 (IANS) Malayalam movie superstar Mohanlal is learning Japanese and Chinese for his upcoming Japanese movie about an Indian freedom fighter.

Will Rajni energise fan clubs after lacklustre 'Kuselan'?

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 10:04 PM CDT

Chennai, Aug 24 (IANS) Shaken by the lukewarm response to his latest release 'Kuselan', southern superstar Rajnikant is all set to energise his fan clubs in Tamil Nadu.

Entertainment-The Times of India

Entertainment-The Times of India

For Kareena, Sly’s the limit

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Kareena Kapoor who has just shot with Hollywood superstar Sylvester Stallone for Sajid Nadiadwala's 'Kambakht Ishq' can't stop praising the man.

Rahul’s ‘French kissing’

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Move over Emraan Hashmi, we have a new kisser in town.

Jolie bans Pitt from 'coming home'

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Angelina Jolie has reportedly told partner Brad Pitt 'not to come home', after he left to spend the night at a place owned by U2's Bono.

Don’t use my name: Shilpa

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As people burn Shilpa Shetty's effigies -again- this time over charges of keeping people out of a TV show, Shilpa says that there are so many controversies surrounding her, it's almost a compliment.

Lara slogs it out

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Lara Dutta, the heroine of 'Billoo Barber', got a first-hand experience of director Priyan's realistic streak while shooting for the film in Pollachi, in Tamil Nadu.

Jism

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While Jism gets remade in Tollywood, the director of the John-Bips starrer will be in Kolkata to shoot a comic caper with Ranvir Shorey in the lead.

Lindsay's wardrobe malfunction

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Lindsay Lohan was spotted hanging out in LA - without a brassiere, with just a fitting vest protecting her modesty.

Reality’s heady concoction

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Aspirants get a taste of Bollywood in real time amidst much melodrama.

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Business News

Maharashtra spreads red carpet for Tata's 'Nano' project

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 01:39 AM CDT

Mumbai, Aug 23 (PTI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh has invited Tata Motors Chairman Ratan Tata to set up the 'Nano' small car project in the state if it decides to move out from

Deshmukh opens Maharashtra for 'Nano' project

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 01:08 AM CDT

Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh has invited Tata Motors Chairman Ratan Tata to set up the 'Nano' small car project in the state is it decides to move out from West Bengal, where it is mired in controversy.

Suzuki to make India a small car hub

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 01:05 AM CDT

After overtaking parent Suzuki in annual sales last fiscal, Maruti Suzuki is all set to play a pivotal role in the Japanese auto major's global plans and emerge as an 'exclusive base' for small cars.

'Indian art market is becoming global'

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 11:58 PM CDT

New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) The high and mighty in the world of Indian art and its western promoters are now in the sprawling arena of the capital's exhibition grounds to take contemporary Indian art and a few foreign exhibits to the masses.

Four with India connection among Singapore's 40 richest

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 11:54 PM CDT

Washington, Aug 23 (IANS) Four people with an India connection figure in the Forbes list of Singapore's 40 richest who have managed to add to their fortunes amidst the global economic turmoil that hit Singapore hard.

Fertiliser major plans Rs.30 bn expansion at Gujarat plant

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 10:58 PM CDT

Ahmedabad, Aug 23 (IANS) Leading fertiliser maker Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Ltd (IFFCO) has said it will expand the production capacity of its Kalol urea plant in Gujarat at a cost of Rs.30 billion once natural gas from the Krishna-Godavari basin starts flowing to the state.

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Video News

Suzuki to make India a small car hub

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 12:16 AM CDT

After overtaking parent Suzuki in annual sales last fiscal, Maruti Suzuki is all set to play a pivotal role in the Japanese auto major's global plans and emerge as an 'exclusive base' for small cars.

Banana Boats a new craze in Tamil Nadu

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 12:15 AM CDT

After scooter boats, motor boats, paddle boats, cycle boats and rowing boats, it is now the 'banana boats' that have become a new craze amongst the boating enthusiasts.

Bollywood Film 'C Kkompany' unveiled

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 12:15 AM CDT

Bollywood film C Kkompany is all set to tickle the funny bones of the audience. The film involves many twists and turns and is a full fledged comedy with an excellent theme.

Tata Motors says violence may see it move ...

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 01:15 PM CDT

India's Tata Motors Ltd said on Friday that it is prepared to move its Nano plant from West Bengal. This step is being taken in the wake of violent protests.

Vijender gets third medal for India

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 10:15 AM CDT

Indian boxer, Vijender Kumar carrying hopes of millions on Friday settled for a bronze medal at the Beijing Olympics.

Apple iPhone 3G makes its debut in India

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 10:15 AM CDT

Apple Inc's iPhone 3G made its debut in India on Friday. A midnight launch in Delhi drew a scant crowd but didn't dampen the enthusiasm of the buyers.

Afghans delighted at first ever Olympic medal

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 03:30 AM CDT

Afghanistan won its first Olympic medal, when Rohullah Nikpai defeated world champion Juan Antonio Ramos of Spain to take the bronze in the men's under 58-kilogram Taekwondo competition.

Blasts near Pakistan ordnance plant kill 59

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 02:45 AM CDT

At least 59 people were killed and over 80 were injured in two suicide bomb blasts outside Pakistan's main military arms factory in Wah Cantonment on Thursday.

Rahul Gandhi takes stock of development in Amethi

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 02:45 AM CDT

Rahul Gandhi, general secretary of Congress party visited Amethi in Uttar Pradesh on Thursday to take stock of the various developmental schemes launched by him in past.

Bollywood News

Bollywood News

I don't want to be No.1 or No.2: Akshay Kumar

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 10:48 PM CDT

Mumbai, Aug 23 (IANS) Akshay Kumar has given the maximum number of hits in the last one year and now the box office collections of his new release 'Singh Is Kinng' has cemented his position as the number one star.

I'm not returning to TV soon: Prachi Desai

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 09:40 PM CDT

New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) Small screen star Prachi Desai, who has made her way to Bollywood with 'Rock On', says she may not be returning to television any time soon.

Singers Shaan, KK shine in 'Hijack'

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 09:21 PM CDT

Film: 'Hijack'; Music Director: Justin-Uday; Singers: KK, Shaan, Sunidhi Chauhan, Shilpa Rao, Suraj Jagan, Uday, Joi; Rating: ** and 1/2

'Mumbai Meri Jaan' changes Soha's views on journalists

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 09:00 PM CDT

Mumbai, Aug 23 (IANS) Soha Ali Khan, who has already received rave reviews for her performance as a TV journalist in Nishikant Kamat's just released 'Mumbai Meri Jaan', says the film has changed her perception about scribes and their inquisitiveness.

Phoonk

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 04:34 PM CDT

Cast.

Mumbai Meri Jaan

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 04:34 PM CDT

Cast.

Maan Gaya Mughal-E-Azam

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 04:33 PM CDT

Cast.

Jewel in the crown

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 02:50 PM CDT

The buzz is, Ravi Chopra has zeroed in on Priyanka Chopra to play the female lead in BR Films' next production, Kohinoor, which will mark the directorial debut of his son Abhay.

So close to life

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 02:50 PM CDT

His moustache more salt than pepper and bemused with the ways of the police force, a senior cop is about to retire. And at his modest farewell function, he delivers a speech that knocks you out of your seat. Touching on quite a few of the pitfalls and ironies of Bombay - from malls at former mill areas to dreams of migration turning into nightmares -- it's the kind of speech that's delivered every day, at various farewell parties, in various spheres.

Mughal-e-Boredom

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 02:50 PM CDT

Sanjay Chhel's Maan Gaye Mughall-e-Azam is too lengthy a title to announce to anyone, to type and then to watch. You actually performed all those feats to conclude that you shouldn't have. Never, never, never.

Entertainment-The Times of India

Entertainment-The Times of India

Kareena to meet Saif's parents

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Saif Ali Khan's parents have invited Kareena Kapoor for their yearly family reunion, in their ancestral village in Haryana.

A spoof on Shah Rukh Khan?

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Ajay Sharma is soon going to direct a spoof on SRK.

Megan's steamy love scene with Amanda

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Megan Fox will be seen in a lesbian love scene with Amanda Seyfried for her new movie 'Jennifer's Body'.

I will give it all up one day: Priyanka

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Priyanka Chopra tells TOI that she considers herself to be fortunate to be a part of Bollywood...

Eva Mendes to go under the knife?

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Hollywood actress Eva Mendes has said that she will have no problems going under the knife when her figure begins to sag.

Shilpa is upset

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"I expect an apology..." says Shilpa Shetty whose effigy was burned in Thane.

Jade wants to live for her kids

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Jade Goody, back from India after being diagnosed with cancer, fears she may never live to watch her two sons grow up.

Gautami’s pregnant

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Gautami Gadgil-Kapoor who played Tulsi, cannot take up Ekta Kapoor's recent offer as she is pregnant.

Maan Gaye Mughall-e-Azam

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The film ostensibly tries to recreate the flavour of the Naseer-Ravi Baswani-Satish Shah socio-political satire that redefined comedy a few decades ago.

Hollywood News

Hollywood News

David Blaine plans 'batman' stunt

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 12:20 AM CDT

New York, Aug 23 (DPA) Endurance artiste and magician David Blaine plans to shock audience in September by hanging over New York's Central Park like a bat.

Prom Night

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 04:34 PM CDT

Cast.

Far North

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 04:33 PM CDT

Cast.

A scare-free update

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 02:50 PM CDT

It's been seen, heard and suffered before. Almost three decades after the trendsetting Canadian slasher flick and its sequels, comes this scare-free update. Borrowing the title as well as a few plot elements from the 1980 original, Prom Night turns out to be a case against retreads which have long past their prime.

Quite slow but strong

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 02:50 PM CDT

Here's truly adventurous filmmaking. Clearly, the British director of Indian origin, Asif Kapadia, and his cast and crew clearly had to struggle with climatic conditions while shooting this epic tale of passion and revenge.

Avril Lavigne given green signal for Malaysian tour

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 08:05 AM CDT

Washington, Aug 22 (ANI): Canadian singer Avril Lavigne will go ahead with her Malaysian tour - after getting permission from the government.

What Peaches Geldof wants, Peaches Geldof gets!

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 07:05 AM CDT

London, Aug 22 (ANI): Despite being banned by her husband Max Drummey from attending his Manchester gig, Peaches Geldof made her way through the show.

Kerry Katona declared bankrupt

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 07:05 AM CDT

London, Aug 22 (ANI): Popstar Kerry Katona has been declared bankrupt after she failed to pay an 82, 000 pound tax bill.

Winona Ryder dating Tom Green?

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 07:05 AM CDT

New Delhi, Aug 22 (ANI): Hollywood actress Winona Ryder is reportedly dating comedian Tom Green - just few weeks after splitting from rocker Blake Sennett.

Keira Knightley wants her fans to focus on her work, not weight

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 07:05 AM CDT

Washington, Aug 22 (ANI): Hollywood actress Keira Knightley wants her fans to pay attention to her work rather than her weight.

Entertainment News

Entertainment News

Bollywood Film 'C Kkompany' unveiled

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 01:05 AM CDT

Bollywood film C Kkompany is all set to tickle the funny bones of the audience. The film involves many twists and turns and is a full fledged comedy with an excellent theme.

David Blaine plans 'batman' stunt

Posted: 23 Aug 2008 12:20 AM CDT

New York, Aug 23 (DPA) Endurance artiste and magician David Blaine plans to shock audience in September by hanging over New York's Central Park like a bat.

I don't want to be No.1 or No.2: Akshay Kumar

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 10:48 PM CDT

Mumbai, Aug 23 (IANS) Akshay Kumar has given the maximum number of hits in the last one year and now the box office collections of his new release 'Singh Is Kinng' has cemented his position as the number one star.

I'm not returning to TV soon: Prachi Desai

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 09:40 PM CDT

New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) Small screen star Prachi Desai, who has made her way to Bollywood with 'Rock On', says she may not be returning to television any time soon.

Singers Shaan, KK shine in 'Hijack'

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 09:21 PM CDT

Film: 'Hijack'; Music Director: Justin-Uday; Singers: KK, Shaan, Sunidhi Chauhan, Shilpa Rao, Suraj Jagan, Uday, Joi; Rating: ** and 1/2

'Mumbai Meri Jaan' changes Soha's views on journalists

Posted: 22 Aug 2008 09:00 PM CDT

Mumbai, Aug 23 (IANS) Soha Ali Khan, who has already received rave reviews for her performance as a TV journalist in Nishikant Kamat's just released 'Mumbai Meri Jaan', says the film has changed her perception about scribes and their inquisitiveness.