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18

Sep

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Ben Stiller, Jessica Chastain to lead ‘The Off Weeks’

Hollywood actors Ben Stiller and Jessica Chastain have been roped in to play the leads in Apple TV+ limited series titled ‘The Off Weeks’, marking a high-profile collaboration between the two award-winning stars.   Michael Showalter will direct and executive produce the eight-episode series alongside Alissa Nutting, who will also serve as showrunner. Both Stiller and Chastain will also serve as executive producers.   The series will explore the emotionally charged and often chaotic life of Gus Adler, a recently divorced professor played by Stiller. Gus struggles to manage life during the weeks he has custody of his children. In…

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18

Sep

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Margot Robbie refused to play singer Kylie Minogue in biopic

Margot Robbie has turned down the offer to play Kylie Minogue in a film based on the singer’s life. The ‘Barbie’ star feels she cannot convey Kylie's talent through her vocal abilities.   According to reports, Margot was chosen by Kylie to portray her in the biopic.   In 2023, Kylie was asked who she would like to play her in her biopic. “Margot Robbie—in my dreams. She’d have the Australian accent down, that’s for sure,” Kylie had said.   Reacting to the news that she was the singer’s top choice, Margot said: “That is wild information. I am beyond…

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17

Sep

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Post Malone to perform in Guwahati this December

American rapper and singer-songwriter Post Malone is coming back to India as part of his Big Ass World Tour. The “Rockstar” hitmaker will perform at Khanapara Veterinary Ground in Guwahati on December 8, marking his first-ever solo headline show in the region.   This is Malone’s second visit to India, after his debut performance in December 2022 as part of the Zomato Feeding India Concert in Mumbai, a charitable event aimed at raising awareness about hunger and malnutrition.   The Guwahati show is produced by BookMyShow Live in collaboration with Live Nation and the Government of Assam.   In a…

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17

Sep

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Leonardo DiCaprio to star in ‘Heat 2’

Nearly 30 years after its release, Michael Mann’s ‘Heat’ is finally on way to become a franchise. Hollywood superstar Leonardo DiCaprio will reportedly play the lead in the film, the shooting for which is said to start in 2026.   Earlier this year, Mann had confirmed that he had officially turned in a draft of the ‘Heat’ sequel to Warner Bros.   According to media reports, the new story leads up to the events of the film and then moves beyond it, featuring new characters on both sides of the law, new high-profile heists, and stunning action sequences.   Also…

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16

Sep

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Sarah Levy, Phillipa Soo to star in Indie film ‘Run’

Actors Sarah Levy, Phillipa Soo and Adam Pally have come together for an indie feature film ‘Run’ directed by Melissa Miller Costanzo.   The film is based on Barrie Levitt Knee’s debut novel ‘Plain Jane’ and follows Jane Cooper, played by Levy. The protagonist, driven by ethical dilemmas and a carefully curated playlist, runs the Garden State Marathon while dealing with a failing marriage. Her best friend's impending death, and a life-changing decision, complicate things further.   The film is produced by Barrie Levitt Knee of B’s Knees, LLC and Matt Jensen, with Jax Kossar serving as executive producer.  …

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16

Sep

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Robert Redford dies at 89

Robert Redford, the golden boy of Hollywood and founder of Sundance Film Festival, has died at the age of 89.   Redford died “at his home at Sundance in the mountains of Utah — the place he loved, surrounded by those he loved,” publicist Cindi Berger said in a statement. The cause of death has not been revealed.   The Oscar award winning actor-producer-director was one of the biggest icons of cinema.   After rising to stardom in the 1960s, Redford became one of the biggest stars of the '70s with films like “The Candidate,” “All the President's Men” and…

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16

Sep

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‘The Studio’ dominates with 13 wins; ‘Adolescence’ and ‘The Pitt’ win top honours

“The Studio” won big at the 77th annual Emmy Awards held in Los Angeles on Sunday while “Adolescence” and “The Pitt” scooped up the night's other top prizes.   “The Studio”, an Apple TV+ Hollywood satire, broke the record for the most wins by a comedy for a single series - with 13 trophies across the Primetime and Creative Arts Emmys. It became the most-awarded show of the year.   “I'm legitimately embarrassed by how happy this makes me,” series co-creator Seth Rogen said with his signature giggle, surrounded by cast and crew from the Apple TV+ movie-business romp. He…

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15

Sep

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Are Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal expecting their first child?

One of Bollywood’s most loved couples Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal are reportedly expecting their first child.   Though the couple is yet to make an official announcement, sources confirmed that Kaif is pregnant and the baby is due somewhere in October or November.   Speculation about Katrina's pregnancy has been doing the rounds for months. However, the couple has remained tight-lipped even as the actress continued to stay away from the limelight.   Sources reveal that Katrina will take a long maternity break once the baby arrives.    Previously, during the trailer launch of “Bad Newz” last year, Vicky…

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15

Sep

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‘Craziest eye allergy’ forces Sofia Vergara to skip Emmys 2025

“Modern Family” star Sofia Vergara was forced to skip the Emmys 2025 due to a last-minute health scare.   The 53-year-old actor revealed on Instagram that she missed the 2025 Emmy Awards on Sunday after being hit with what she called the "craziest eye allergy" just before heading out the door.   "Didn't make it to the Emmys but made it to the ER," Vergara wrote, captioning a carousel post that included a close-up photo of her swollen left eye. "Sorry, I had to cancel! Craziest eye [allergy] right before getting in the car!"   She also shared a few…

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15

Sep

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Ileana D’Cruz had no plans to enter Bollywood

Ileana D’Cruz established herself as a solid actor right after her Bollywood debut with Hindi film ‘Barfi!’ (2012). She continued to build a huge fanbase with her natural charm and strong screen presence with hits like ‘Main Tera Hero’, ‘Rustom’, ‘Main Tera Hero’ and ‘Phata Poster Nikla Hero’.   But the actress did not have any plans to enter Bollywood.   In a latest interview, D’Cruz revealed that ‘Barfi’ came to her at a ‘very random time’. A candid conversation with filmmaker Anurag Basu that was shot on his handycam, landed her the role of Shruti in the film, revealed…

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