Unforgettable 2017 film cast

In the past, many Bollywood leading ladies have opened up about their brush with casting couch. A few weeks ago, Ankita Lokhande in an interview, had spoken about how she was subjected to this unhealthy practise twice; once when she went in to audition for a South film during the beginning of her career and the second time when she was trying to make her transition from television to films. Now, Prachi Desai too, has opened up about her casting couch experience in a recent interview with an entertainment portal. The actress revealed that she was once asked to compromise in order to get a role in a 'big film' but she said no. Prachi further revealed that the director still got in touch with her even after she turned down the offer. "I think very direct propositions were made to get cast in a certain film, a big film, but I have outright said no. Even after that director has called me, after saying no, I have still said that I am not interested in your … [Read more...] about Prachi Desai Opens Up About Facing Casting Couch; Reveals Director Called Her Even After She Said No

Cooku With Comali (CWC) fame Ashwin Kumar had recently taken to his social media page to announce that he had harboured a dream for a very long time and was hoping for it to come true. And it was to play the lead actor in a film. It looks like Ashwin has managed to make his dream come true, post the success of the show. Ashwin and another popular CWC contestant Pugazh will be teaming up for a film, which will be directed by debutant Hari Haran. Hari says that the film will be a romantic comedy. “ I have been following Ashwin’s work even before the show. I have seen his shorts, music videos and commercials. He is extremely talented and I felt that he would be perfect for the role. In fact, when I narrated the script to our producer Ravindran, he too, thought that Ashwin and Pugazh would be apt for the film. Pugazh has a great sense of humour. Their combination is a hit already on small screen and we couldn’t be happier to get them on board.” The team is on the lookout for … [Read more...] about Popular TV stars Ashwin and Pugazh to team up for a film

If you're stuck in the endless Netflix scroll, hopefully this list will help you decide what to watch. Netflix occasionally brings in big directors like David Fincher to serve up originals that make it all the way to the Oscars . But it's also got an abundance of smaller stories perfect for a modestly sized screen. Fingers crossed you'll find something here that hits the spot. CNET Culture Entertain your brain with the coolest news from streaming to superheroes, memes to video games. Read more : The 50 best TV shows to watch on Netflix | Everything you need to know to sign up to Netflix | Best streaming deals: Save on Netflix, Disney Plus, HBO Max, Hulu, Spotify and more Mank Nikolai Loveikis/Netflix A black-and-white David Fincher tale about the unsung screenwriter Herman Mankiewicz who helped Orson Welles write Citizen Kane. Step back into Old Hollywood, with beautiful cinematography and take in the behind-the-scenes of how studio … [Read more...] about 39 of the best films to see on Netflix

TOWIE'S Chloe Brockett has today denied bullying claims and insisted that ITV are protecting her following her dramatic cast bust-up. In Wednesday's episode of the Essex reality show the 19-year-old came under fire after she had a fling with her former BFF Ella Rae Wise’s ex Jack McDermott. During the show, some viewers took to Twitter to say they found the episode "uncomfortable to watch" and feared the teenager was "being picked on" by her co-stars. Fans thought she was being "bullied" by her older co-stars Olivia Attwood, 29, and Nicole Bass, 28. But Chloe has now reassured fans she is ok, and being looked after by ITV. The reality star tweeted: "I know there’s a lot of talk atm about me being bullied, I appreciate everyone’s concern, however this is a show and everyone is entitled to their own opinions and I am completely FINE. "Towie would not allow bullying to go on and always put our welfare first." Fans immediately commended her for speaking out with one … [Read more...] about Towie’s Chloe Brockett denies bullying claims as she insists ITV are protecting her after cast bust-up

TOWIE star Chloe Brockett was banned from filming after breaking coronavirus rules to visit boyfriend Jack Fincham, according to reports. The reality star, 20, was told by bosses she would need to produce a negative test to return to the show, according to the Daily Mail. A source told the publication: "Chloe broke coronavirus rules by going to Jack's house, so Towie had to suspend her. "The cast and crew have done everything they can to film the current series safely and in adherence to the government guidelines. "Chloe knew she had let the team down but she's so infatuated by Jack, she couldn't resist travelling from Essex to Kent to see him." The Sun has contacted representatives for Jack and Chloe for comment. A spokesperson for production company Lime Pictures said: “A member of our cast was reminded of the guidelines three weeks ago after appearing to visit the garden of someone not in their bubble. Consequently they were not permitted to continue filming … [Read more...] about Towie’s Chloe Brockett ‘banned from filming after breaking Covid rules to see boyfriend Jack Fincham’

In part three of this series , we look at the movies that should have won the Best Picture Oscar between 1940 and 1949. Let’s begin… 1940 What Did Win: Rebecca While director Alfred Hitchcock never won a competitive Oscar, his first American film did win a Best Picture Oscar and launched a career that would ride success after success right into the ’70s, including on television. Rebecca is remembered today as something of a stiff. Well, it’s not. What we have here is a masterpiece of mood and mystery anchored by a breathtaking performance from Joan Fontaine, in her first starring role. If you give this one a chance, if you shut off the lights and turn off your phone, Rebecca will transport and thrill. What Should’ve Won: The Grapes of Wrath John Ford’s stunning adaptation of John Steinbeck’s Pulitzer Prize winning novel has lost none of its power. The director (who won his second of a still-record four Best Director Oscars) brilliantly shaped … [Read more...] about Nolte: What Should’ve Won the Best Picture Oscar – 1940 to 1949

One of the world's most renowned nudes of the Renaissance era — Michelangelo's David — now has a 21st century 3D-printed twin. The resin replica of the 5.2-meter-tall (17-foot-tall) sculpture, featuring all the markings of the marble original, was created using the most advanced technologies and will be the centerpiece of the Italy Pavilion at the Expo 2020 Dubai this October. At 550 kilograms (1,200 pounds) including the base, it is 10 times lighter than the original though. "It's technology tied to historical memory, for future memory," Paolo Glisenti, the Italian commissioner general for the expo told the New York Times . "History and innovation — those are the themes that interest us." Cecilie Hollberg, the German director of Florence's Galleria dell'Accademia , where the original David has been standing since 1873, described the first colossal statue completed after Antiquity as representing independence, beauty, and strength. "What better choice to represent Italy, … [Read more...] about Michelangelo’s David gets 3D-printed twin

Harry Styles sent social media into meltdown after images of the One Direction star dressed as Ariel from The Little Mermaid surfaced online. The 27-year-old Watermelon Sugar artist, who reportedly turned down a role in the live-action remake of The Little Mermaid, donned a striking red wig as he posed for the shots. The photoshoot appears to have taken place in 2019 when he posed as Ariel for Saturday Night Live. In the snaps, that are currently circulating social media, Harry wore a turquoise fishtail and a shell bra as he reclined in a pink velvet chair. He then pulled a series of edgy poses as he toasted with a glass of champagne and gripped a cigarette between his fingers while showing off his tattoos. While some of the images have since been removed from social media, Harry Styles' fans have flocked to Twitter to share their appreciation of the snaps. "Did you see Harry's Little Mermaid photoshoot??? HE is so awesome I love him. That is why he down the role … [Read more...] about Harry Styles sends fans into meltdown as he dresses as Little Mermaid’s Ariel

Much-loved British actress Helen McCrory dies at 52 after heroic battle with cancer British actress Helen Mc-Crory, who was married to Damian Lewis , has died suddenly at the age of just 52. She was famous for her roles as Aunt Polly in Peaky Blinders , Narcissa Malfoy in the Harry Potter films, and for her appearance in Skyfall Helen McCrory has died unexpectedly at the age of 52. In a heartbreaking statement confirming her death, her husband Damian Lewis wrote: “I’m heartbroken to announce that after a heroic battle with cancer, the beautiful and mighty woman that is Helen McCrory has died peacefully at home, surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family.” He added: “She died as she lived. Fearlessly. God we love her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. She blazed so brightly. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you.” Helen had been married to fellow actor Damian since 2007 and shared two children with him -daughter Manon, … [Read more...] about Adieu, McCrory

BEIJING -- China's 2021 box office revenue exceeded 20 billion yuan ($3 billion) as of Sunday, almost equal to the total ticket sales for the whole of 2020. Comedian and actress Jia Ling's maiden directorial project "Hi, Mom" and Wanda Pictures' comedy "Detective Chinatown 3" led the box office chart for the period from Jan 1 to April 18, respectively contributing 27 percent and nearly 23 percent of the total, according to box office tracker Maoyan. Both films hit Chinese theaters on Feb 12 during the Spring Festival holiday. With its cumulative box office revenue topping 5.4 billion yuan, "Hi, Mom" has overtaken the 2017 American fantasy "Wonder Woman" by Patty Jenkins to become the world's top-grossing film ever by a solo female director, data from film data platforms showed. "Hi, Mom" stars Jia as a devoted daughter who, deeply saddened by her mother's accidental death, finds herself transported back to 1981, where she meets her mother and attempts to improve her fate using … [Read more...] about China’s 2021 box office exceeds $3b