"IRON MAN" star Robert Downey Jr. was named the world's top-earning actor on Tuesday (August 4) by Forbes, taking first place on a list that featured leading men from Bollywood as well as Hollywood for the first time. Downey, 50, earned an estimated $80m between June 2014 and June 2015, spurred by the success […]
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‘I love acting, it’s all I want to do,’ says actor Suraj Sharma
YOUNG actor Suraj Sharma came to global attention after the release of his high-profile Hollywood film Life Of Pi. Instead of being crushed by the new-found stardom and weight of expectation, the talented actor has risen to the challenge to show off his versatility in an array of international projects like big-budget movie Million Dollar […]
Rape film banned in India gets Meryl Streep's backing for Oscar
A FILM banned by Indian authorities about the deadly rape of a young woman on a bus in New Delhi has opened in the United States to acclaim, with Hollywood star Meryl Streep saying it deserves to win an Academy Award. Depicting the rape and murder of a medical student in 2012 that sparked […]
Ashok Amritraj awarded honorary doctorate by UK university
TENNIS champion-turned Hollywood filmmaker Ashok Amritraj has been awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of East London for promoting talented moviemakers from across the world, including India. Armitraj has brought over 100 films to life, creating a remarkable $2bn in worldwide revenues, the university said in reference to his honorary doctorate of arts […]
In India, you can kill – but don't kiss
IF THE Indian censors have their way, James Bond can make liberal use of his licence to kill. But he'll have to cut back on the kissing – by exactly half. The latest installment of the 007 franchise, "Spectre", will be released on Friday (November 20) with heavy cuts after censors deemed the romantic […]
Never faced discrimination in Hollywood, says Dev Patel
BEING an Asian actor in Hollywood is not a walk in the park, but Indian-origin star Dev Patel, who was catapulted to fame after "Slumdog Millionaire", says his journey so far has been tough yet he has never been a victim of discrimination. The 25-year-old British actor says he often has to put in […]
It is a male dominated world, says Nicole Kidman
HOLLYWOOD superstar Nicole Kidman believes the world is still dominated by males even though there is a need for the equality of sexes. "It is a male dominated world. That's just a fact. When people say there is no need for feminism anymore because there is equality we know that's not a true […]
American-Indian Rahul Thakkar bags an Oscar for design
Even as top Hollywood actors, directors among others are eagerly awaiting the most coveted award function of the year, The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced honours for 10 scientific and technical achievements. One of the winners is an Indian American actor, producer, Rahul Thakkar. He has though been honoured for his […]
Pitt expresses sadness over Jolie filing for divorce as Hollywood power couple splits
Actress Angelina Jolie has filed for a divorce from actor Brad Pitt, her husband of two years and romantic partner since 2005, her attorney said onTuesday (Sept 20), signaling the end of one of Hollywood's most glamorous and powerful couples. "This decision was made for the health of the family. Shewill not be […]
Kim Kardashian robbed at gun point at Paris hotel
Reality TV star Kim Kardashian West was held at gunpoint in her Paris hotel room by masked men dressed as police officers. The ‘Keeping Up With The Karadashians’ star, who has been in Paris for the Fashion Week, is unharmed physically, reported E! online. Five armed men robbed American reality TV star Kim Kardashian West at gunpoint […]