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A rare, 40-year-old Tom Petty documentary from Almost Famous writer-director Cameron Crowe is available to stream for the first time. Tom Petty: Heartbreakers Beach Party originally aired on MTV in 1983 and was not seen for decades after. The film was restored for a one-weekend theatrical release in October, and it’s now available to stream on Paramount+ as of March 11.

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Over 40 years after bringing fans along for the ride in Tom Petty: Heartbreakers Beach Party, Cameron Crowe has unearthed long-lost footage of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.

The result is the filmmaker’s remastered documentary, Tom Petty: Heartbreakers Beach Party, now streaming on Paramount+. It features never-before-seen 16mm footage shot during the rock-and-roll band’s Long After Dark era from 1982 to 1983. Per the logline, the music documentary “is a fun, candid, fast-paced, and musically rich ride with America’s greatest rock ‘n’ roll band, a time capsule of the dawn of the MTV era, and a rare and shining glimpse into Tom Petty’s lasting creative genius.”

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Premiere date: March 11 Run time: 1 hour, 33 minutes Stream online: Paramount+ Stream 'Heartbreakers Beach Party' on Paramount+

The film originally aired in 1983 on MTV, but was “deemed too experimental and abruptly pulled from the air,...

Mike Campbell was always more than just the deeply gifted guitarist for Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers — songs from “Refugee” to “You Wreck Me,” not to mention Don Henley’s “Boys of Summer,” began with music he wrote. In his essential, vividly told new autobiography, Heartbreaker: A Memoir, due March 18, Campbell (now the leader of his own band, the Dirty Knobs) offers many new revelations about his relationship with Petty and his musical journey.

In the new episode of Rolling Stone Music Now, Campbell breaks down those untold stories, and...

Subhash K Jha looks back at the Luv Ranjan directed Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, which starred Kartik Aaryan as it celebrates 7 years!

I have known Kartik Aaryan from the time he was seen for the first time in Pyaar Ka Punchnama. Director Luv Ranjan had arranged a screening of the film for me. We were all there to watch what Ranjan (I can’t bring myself to call him Luv) described as a sock-in-the-guts film.

“Sir, aapko bahot achcha lagega. Especially watch out for that boy Kartik Tiwari (I think that’s what Kartik was initially known as). He will surprise you.”

Luv Ranjan, I knew from the time he assisted Suneel Darshan. It’s hard to believe Ranjan comes from Suneel Darshan’s school of filmmaking. To call them poles apart would be an insult to the pole. Just as calling Kartik a revelation would be an understatement.

Why don’t Kareena Kapoor Khan & Bipasha Basu get along? (Photo Credit – Prime Video)

Kareena Kapoor Khan and Bipasha Basu are two of Bollywood’s most iconic actresses, known for their charisma, beauty, and strong screen presence. While Kareena made her debut with Refugee and quickly rose to fame, Bipasha’s career began with Ajnabee in 2001, a thriller that starred both actresses alongside Akshay Kumar and Bobby Deol.

Despite the film’s success, rumors of tension between Kareena and Bipasha emerged during the shoot, with whispers of disagreements making headlines. The feud became so notorious that Bipasha even addressed it on Koffee With Karan in 2005, calling out Kareena for her cold behavior. Now, actress Amita Nangia, who was part of Ajnabee, has shed new light on the infamous clash between the two stars, finally revealing what sparked the fight.

Amita Nangia says Kareena Kapoor was “reserved” while Bipasha Basu wasn...

When Kareena Kapoor Khan Ruined Her First Romantic Scene With Abhishek Bachchan ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

It is not a hidden fact that Kareena Kapoor Khan and Abhishek Bachchan made their Bollywood debut with the 2000 film Refugee, in which they played onscreen lovers. However, did you know that Kareena had almost ‘ruined’ her romantic scene with Abhishek in the movie? The latter also called out the actress for the same when she appeared on the chat show Rendezvous With Simi Garewal. Kareena had revealed to Simi that her first scene in the movie was a romantic one with Simi wherein her character asks him to stay back.

However, Simi Garewal shows a video clip of Abhishek Bachchan hilariously calling out Kareena Kapoor Khan and accusing her of ruining their first romantic scene in Refugee. The video clip had Bachchan saying, “I will never forgive you for ruining me in that scene...

Angelina Jolie is not just a world-famous actress, but a humanitarian and philanthropist who uses her influence to advocate for human rights. She has been to Lebanon, Myanmar, Colombia, and Sierra Leone in times of need and her commitment to help the less privileged is truly unwavering.

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One of the many causes that she has contributed to is the refugee crisis, and it might spark political discussions. But Jolie has experienced their dire situation in person, and she has a much different perspective, one that Donald Trump’s government could acknowledge.

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Angelina Jolie started her journey with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees nearly two decades ago, and she also became a Special Envoy in 2012. In an interview with Vogue, Jolie recounted the harrowing things she witnessed...

Fans of the singer’s hits, fluffy mullets (and young Cameron Crowe) are well-served by unseen and remastered footage as this sweet look back ticks all the relevant rock doc boxes

A king of Am radio in the US and stalwart of the Spotify playlists of anyone with a taste for solid, four-square old-school rock, Tom Petty died seven years ago this month – but his estate must surely be earning royalties every minute of every day from hits such as American Girl, Refugee and I Won’t Back Down. It’s perhaps strange that for all his musical success he has less of an afterlife as a physical entity, but this sweet documentary may alleviate that a little.

It was shot in 1982-83 around the time Petty and his band the Heartbreakers had just finished their album Long After Dark and were starting to tour again. A prismatic collage of archive clips,...

Netflix’s The Man Who Loved UFOs (El Hombre Que Amaba Los Platos Voladores) tells the story of Argentinian TV journalist José de Zer and his cameraman Chango. It is 1986, and they travel to La Candelaria in Córdoba upon receiving “an unusual proposal from two shady characters,” explains a plot synopsis on the website of the San Sebastian Film Festival where the film celebrated its world premiere on Tuesday. “Arriving in the village, there’s nothing much to see, only a scorched field surrounded by hills. What happened next was the work of a genius in the art of exaggeration with a hidden talent: the ability to create the best-known audiovisual recording on the existence of alien presence in the history of Argentinian television.”

Or, as Netflix says in its summary: “What follows is the invention of the most famous alien sightings in the history of Argentine television.”

Yes, the...

Kareena Kapoor Khan’s 44th birthday has been a heartwarming affair, with special attention drawn to the throwback photos shared by her sister, Karisma Kapoor. Karisma’s post, celebrating their bond from Kareena’s 4th to her 44th birthday, is an absolute delight for fans. The nostalgic photos, showing little Kareena with a Lady Di-inspired hairstyle, alongside Randhir Kapoor, evoke sweet memories of her childhood. Karisma’s heartfelt caption, “Celebrating you always… together forever,” reflects the close bond they share, making the moment all the more touching.

Fans, as well as celebrities like Chunky Pandey and Saba Pataudi, joined in to shower Kareena with birthday wishes. Kareena’s journey from her debut in Refugee in 2000 to now becoming one of Bollywood’s most accomplished stars is remarkable, and these birthday celebrations reflect the love she’s garnered over the years.

Kareena Kapoor Khan looks red hot in her birthday dress; Fans says,...

It has been 25 years since the debut of the iconic Kareena Kapoor Khan. Her illustrious career, packed with unforgettable characters and diverse movies has left an indelible mark on the Indian entertainment landscape. A bonafide superstar, she is unabashedly and unapologetically herself off-screen and slips into the skin of her characters with effortless grace. As we celebrate her birthday, here’s a look at the many firsts throughout her multi-faceted career. From her first audio series to her book to her first production venture – she has owned it all like a boss lady!

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Kareena lends her voice to the character of Helen Black aka Black Widow in this Hindi Audible Original podcast series, her first stint in the audio medium. Almost thirty years after the villains’ victory,...

One of India’s largest movie theater chains, PVR Inox, will celebrate the 25-year career of acclaimed actress Kareena Kapoor Khan later this month. The company announced it will host a week-long film festival from September 20th to 27th showing some of Kapoor Khan’s most memorable performances. The festival will take place in 30 cinemas across 15 major Indian cities, giving fans both old and new a chance to see the actress’s iconic roles on the big screen.

The timing coincides with the release of Kapoor Khan’s latest movie, “The Buckingham Murders.” Directed by Hansal Mehta, the new film hits theaters as the retrospective festival commences. PVR Inox carefully selected critically-acclaimed films such as “Asoka,” “Chameli,” “Jab We Met,” “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham,” and “Omkara” that demonstrated Kapoor Khan’s acting range and enduring popularity over her 25-year career.

Kapoor Khan expressed excitement about the festival in an interview,...

The Virgo Brigade of Bollywood. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Virgos, born between August 23 and September 22, are known for their meticulous nature, attention to detail, and unwavering dedication to their craft. These traits make them stand out in an industry that demands excellence and hard work. Let’s delve into the lives and careers of some of Bollywood’s brightest Virgo stars, exploring how their zodiac sign influences their journey in the film industry.

1. Kareena Kapoor Khan: The Quintessential Diva

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Born on September 21, Kareena Kapoor Khan embodies the quintessential Virgo traits of perfectionism and dedication. Known for her impeccable acting skills and stunning beauty, Kareena has carved a niche for herself in Bollywood with her versatile roles. From the bubbly Geet in Jab We Met to the strong-headed Poo in Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Kareena’s performances are...

Your browser does not support the video tag. Screen Rant presents a clip from The Beast Within, a new werewolf horror film starring Kit Harington, Caoilinn Springall, and Ashleigh Cummings. The film explores a family's dark secret through chilling dynamics and solid performances. The Beast Within is the narrative feature debut of director Alexander J. Farrell.

The Beast Within is a new Gothic horror movie starring Game of Thrones Kit Harington, and Screen Rant has a clip to share. The film is the narrative feature directorial debut of Alexander J. Farrell, whose past work includes the 2018 documentary Refugee, which details Europes migrant crisis through the lens of a family of Syrian refugees. The Beast Within tells the story of 10-year-old Willow, who discovers a terrible family secret held by her father.

Screen Rant is happy to present a clip from The Beast Within in which the relationship between the movies...

The 28th edition of the Fantasia International Film Festival is set to run from from July 18th through August 4th at the Concordia Hall and J.A. de Sève cinemas in Montreal, with additional screens and events at Cinémathèque québécoise and Cinéma du Musée. Last month, the festival announced the first wave of titles that will be screening this year, and now the second wave has been unveiled!

With this second wave announcement, we learn that Cube director Vincenzo Natali has been chosen to be the recipient of the Candadian Trailblazer Awards this year, while the line-up of films includes the Elijah Wood comedy Bookworm, the Kit Harington werewolf movie The Beast Within, a movie called Scared Shitless, the 1815-set blockbuster epic The Count of Monte-Cristo, and Julien Maury and Alexandre Bustillo’s The Soul Eater.

Here’s the information on the second wave of titles (and the Canadian Trailblazer...

The Fantasia International Film Festival returns with its 28th edition from July 18 through August 4, 2024, returning to the Concordia Hall and J.A. de Sève cinemas, with additional screens and events at Montreal’s Cinémathèque québécoise and Cinéma du Musée. The second wave of programming has been unveiled, adding even more genre premieres to an already packed slate.

Come To Daddy director Ant Timpson‘s Bookworm (starring Elijah Wood and Evil Dead Rise‘s Nell Fisher) is the fest’s 2024 Opening Film. Fantasia is also hosting the World Premieres of the dark fantasy The Beast Within, starring “Game of Thrones” actor Kit Harington, Cannes’ hit The Count of Monte-Cristo, and more. The festival is also giving their Canadian Trailblazer Award to Vincenzo Natali, to be presented before the premiere of the new 4K restoration of his 1997 classic Cube.

The second wave of titles, from the press release:

Bookworm

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Harvey Weinstein will be retried in New York on rape and sexual offence charges after his 23-year conviction was overturned on appeal, Manhattan District Attorney’s Office said on Wednesday.

The disgraced 72-year old former Hollywood titan appeared in court in a wheelchair wearing a blue suit and according to reports did not speak in a brief hearing. Reports said Attorney Gloria Allred and Weinstein accuser Jessica Mann attended the hearing.

Prosecutors said there was nothing consensual about Weinstein’s conduct in reference to prior charges that led to the original conviction in February 2020, and told Judge Curtis Farber they would be proceeding.

Dolly Parton honored Tom Petty with a gorgeous cover of his 1985 song, “Southern Accents,” which will appear on the upcoming tribute compilation Petty Country: A Country Music Celebration of Tom Petty.

“Southern Accents” is a tender ballad about Southern roots and a down-on-his luck Florida orange-picker. Parton stays faithful to the original, adding her own country twang, and juicing the poignancy further with a music video filled with old archival footage of Petty.

“I was fortunate enough to get to know Tom over the years,” Parton said in a statement.

Dolly Parton has revealed her reimagined rendition of Tom Petty’s song “Southern Accents” for the forthcoming compilation, Petty Country: A Country Music Celebration of Tom Petty.

The song features a prologue delivered by the late Tom Petty himself describing how the moment of inspiration that led to “Southern Accents.” Dolly Parton then provides an emotional, stirring rendition of the song, kept at the same balladeer tempo as Petty’s original. She retains much of the song, though she adds a crucial change to the song’s latter third when belting “Yes I’m proud to be what I am/ A southern girl from a southern town/ I ain’t ashamed, I ain’t ashamed, I ain’t ashamed.”

“I was fortunate enough to get to know Tom [Petty] over the years,” Dolly Parton says in a statement. “He’s such an iconic artist and important songwriter. I’m so honored...

Exclusive: Last month, when Brandt Andersen’s debut feature film The Strangers’ Case won the Amnesty International Film Award at Berlinale, it marked the recognition of a long and impassioned journey for the writer, director and long-time producer as he sought to marry film with his extensive activism background.

The drama, which world premiered as a Special Gala at Berlin, is an extended version of his Oscar-shortlisted short film Refugee and stars French actor Omar Sy and Lebanese-born Yasmine Al Massri. It’s a searing account of the refugee exodus sparked by the Arab Spring and ensuing Syrian Civil War. Andersen, whose producing credits include Everest, Lone Survivor and Golden Globe nominee The Flowers of War, writes and directs The Strangers’ Case and drew inspiration from people he encountered while working with humanitarian agencies in Turkey, Greece, Italy, Jordan and Syria.

The film follows the chain reaction of events involving...

Bollywood diva Kareena Kapoor Khan has talked about how the concept of beauty has seen a shift and added that she cannot relate when she sees herself with filters and edits. Giving audiences a peak into her personal life, Kareena said: “I think now there is an entire shift to beauty and rawness. I like the fact that there are little lines on my face, I can’t relate when I see myself with filters and edits.”

Kareena, who has never shied away from flaunting her real skin on social media and even in films, added: “I’m the first one to say that I am not putting on makeup and I like it like that because I have been like that right from ‘Chameli’, ‘Refugee’ and ‘Dev’.”

She then shared an anecdote from her 2004 film ‘Dev’.

“In Dev I had oil in my hair. The journey should be enjoyed by one,...

The international scope and grueling human cost of the global refugee crisis lends itself to contemporary epic filmmaking of a particularly sober stripe, as seen mostly recently in Agnieszka Holland’s “Green Border” and Matteo Garrone’s Oscar-nominated “Io Capitano.” Shorn of their ripped-from-the-headlines urgency, such stories of humans crossing vast distances and facing hostile odds in pursuit of a better life are as old as time itself. A muscular, assured debut feature from U.S. producer-turned-director Brandt Andersen, “The Strangers’ Case” stresses the sprawling scale of the situation with a chaptered structure that pivots between multiple involved parties in the refugee’s journey, from warmongers to traffickers to rescuers to the displaced victims themselves.

That wide span, however, prevents a particularly penetrating look at any individual experience of the crisis. Brandt draws his characters in broad, flat strokes that serve the architecture of the narrative — and its cumulative, practically...

Mumbai, Feb 23 (Ians) Veteran filmmaker J.P. Dutta, who has made films such as ‘Border’, ‘Loc Kargil’ and ‘Refugee’, was conferred with the prestigious Maharashtra Bhushan Raj Kapoor Award for his exceptional contributions to Indian cinema.

Filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra received the prestigious Raj Kapoor Special Contribution Award by Maharashtra Government’s Cultural Division at the Maharashtra Bhushan Awards for his contribution.

Dutta was feted by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. The honour was given to him at the award ceremony held in Mumbai.

The ‘Border’ director said: “This recognition means everything as it comes from the place I was born and brought up in. This state, this city is my home and there is nothing bigger than to be honoured by your home. Also for a boy who started his career from Rk film studios to be given an award named after Raj Kapoor is a feeling I can’t put into words.

Kareena Kapoor Khan Once Attacked Karan Johar & Yash Chopra For Not Paying Her Well

Kareena Kapoor Khan is an actress who has been vocal about the huge pay disparity in Bollywood. Many times, she has reasoned that actresses are much underpaid. At times, she has even joked about the same in front of her male counterparts. For instance, while promoting Good Newwz with Akshay Kumar, she made sure to discuss the huge pay gap in a light manner, taking digs at the actor.

However, it is not now that she has started fighting for the cause. In fact, the actress has been clear on her stance for a very long and has not spared filmmakers like Karan Johar and Yash Chopra when it came to her paychecks!

It was once when there was news all over the media that Kareena Kapoor Khan demanded a paycheck equal to Shah Rukh Khan...

Priyanka Chopra vs Kangana Ranaut vs Kareena Kapoor Khan Net Worth 2024 (Picture Credits: Instagram)

Every Bollywood buff from Gen Z will remember Jab We Met, Fashion, and Don. When we talk about these movies, we constantly get reminded of how talented Kareena Kapoor Khan, Kangana Ranaut, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas are. These beauties have come a long way and are among the highest-paid actresses in the industry. But who owns the highest net worth in 2024? Scroll below for a detailed analysis.

Kareena Kapoor Khan made her debut in 2000 with the film Refugee. On the other hand, Priyanka Chopra rose to immense fame with her big win at Miss World 2000. Her first feature film in Bollywood was The Hero: Love Story of a Spy (2003). Kangana Ranaut was an outsider and made her Bollywood debut with Gangster (2006).

The three leading ladies of Bollywood began their journey around the same time. But how...

Exclusive: Beloved French actor Omar Sy stars in the debut feature from longtime producer Brandt Andersen in The Strangers’ Case, a searing and international ensemble that is world premiering at the Berlin Film Festival on Friday. Watch an exclusive clip above.

Sy stars along with Yasmin Al Massri in the film, which is an extension of Andersen’s Oscar shortlisted 2020 short Refugee also starring Sy and Al Massri. It’s playing as a Berlinale Special Gala title later this week.

The film follows the chain reaction of events involving five different families in four different countries after tragedy strikes a Syrian family in Aleppo: a doctor (Al Massri) and her daughter, who come home following a chaotic shift at an Aleppo hospital; a soldier who witnesses heinous crimes towards men, women and children in the service of the Syrian regime; a smuggler in Turkey (Sy) who tries desperately to make...

Abhishek Bachchan & Hrithik Roshan Had A Brave Box Office Battle (Photo Credit – YouTube/IMDb)

The year 2000 saw two-star kids stepping into the industry to make their mark. The former was an actor turned filmmaker, while the latter was the son of the most powerful couple in the industry back then. Hrithik Roshan, son of Rakesh Roshan and Abhishek Bachchan – son of Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan, two stalwarts of the industry.

While Hrithik’s debut was not such a buzz initially, Abhishek’s stardom was hysterical even before his debut. When he started shooting for Refugee, the crowd used to gather at the shooting venue just to have a glimpse of ‘Amitabh Bachchan ka ladka.’

He could witness the hysteria and experience the pressure. Both the star kids made their debut a few months apart. While Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai was released in January, Refugee dropped in June. However, the...

Ice Cube said he never expected to be onstage accepting a gilded gramophone with his fellow N.W.A members, but that’s what happened Saturday when he, Mc-Ren, DJ Yella and the mother and son of late rapper Eazy-e received a Lifetime Achievement Grammy at the Recording Academy’s Special Merit Awards.

“My man, Dr. Dre, is not here. He wanted to make sure I let you know he’s not hating. He a billionaire. He got shit to do,” Cube said to laughter and applause. He thanked Dre for his “brilliance,...

Hip-hop trailblazers, the Queen of Disco, and a country legend are among the artists set to receive the Recording Academy’s 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award.

N.W.A, Donna Summer, and Tammy Wynette lead this year’s honorary slate, and will be celebrated at the Recording Academy’s Special Merit Awards Ceremony on Feb. 3, the day before the 2024 Grammys. Other honorees include avant-garde great Laurie Anderson, the “Empress of Soul” Gladys Knight, and the celebrated gospel group the Clark Sisters.

In addition to its Lifetime Achievement Award winners, the Recording...

Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan is on her annual vacation to the snow capped Switzerland, with her family and friends, and has shared glimpses of her winter getaway. The ‘Refugee’ actress is on a vacation with her husband, actor Saif Ali Khan, their kids Taimur and Jeh. She is accompanied by her close friend Natasha Poonawalla.

Kareena, who is an avid social media user, is updating her fans about her holidays, by sharing pictures from her year-end holidays.

Kareena kapoor khan’s swiss retreat is filled with snowy bliss and skiing

Taking to Instagram, the ‘Asoka’ actress, who enjoys 11.4 million followers, took to the Stories section and shared a string of photos.

One picture shows Kareena gazing out of her room and capturing the pink sky and mountains on her phone. She is wearing a rainbow coloured striped shirt, her hair is untied.

The photo was captioned as: “Chasing The Light…...

Bollywood couple Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan on Sunday were spotted at the airport, along with their sons Taimur and Jehangir as the Pataudi family were heading out for a Christmas vacation.

The video shows Kareena in a white formal shirt, paired with blue flared denims, red half sleeves jacket and brown boots. She completed the look with black sunglasses, her hair tied in a ponytail and earrings. The ‘Refugee’ actress was seen holding a big black handbag.

Saif wore a grey half sleeves tee shirt, blue denims, green half sleeves puffer jacket and a red cap.

We can see in the video that the little Jeh was holding the hand of his elder brother Taimur, while they entered the airport.

Saif is seen saying to the paparazzi: “Thank You and Happy Christmas”.

Recently, Taimur was seen performing at the annual day celebration at the Dhirubhai Ambani International School.

“There’s a bit of me in her and a bit of her in me”, said Kareena Kapoor Khan, who is voicing the iconic superhero Black Widow in Hindi and feels that it would be a parenting win if she passes the coolness test. Kareena has lent her voice to Black Widow in Marvel’s ‘Westlanders: Black Widow’, a third installment of the Hindi Audible podcast series.

With superheroes being loved universally, how will Kareena’s children Jeh and Taimur’s reaction be like?

“The beauty of this story lies in its universality; Superheroes have this ability to resonate with people across generations, and I believe this podcast series is no exception. I can’t wait for my kids to listen to me as Black Widow,” Kareena told Ians.

The diva feels that her elder son Taimur will probably be more critical.

“Jeh is still young but who knows, Taimur...

“There’s a bit of me in her and a bit of her in me”, said Kareena Kapoor Khan, who is voicing the iconic superhero Black Widow in Hindi and feels that it would be a parenting win if she passes the coolness test. Kareena has lent her voice to Black Widow in Marvel’s ‘Westlanders: Black Widow’, a third installment of the Hindi Audible podcast series.

With superheroes being loved universally, how will Kareena’s children Jeh and Taimur’s reaction be like?

“The beauty of this story lies in its universality; Superheroes have this ability to resonate with people across generations, and I believe this podcast series is no exception. I can’t wait for my kids to listen to me as Black Widow,” Kareena told Ians.

The diva feels that her elder son Taimur will probably be more critical.

“Jeh is still young but who knows, Taimur...

When we talk about film royalty, one name should reverberate worldwide: Kapoor.

India’s eminent acting dynasty first appeared on screen in the 1930s, and still dominates to this day. After generations of raising male actors, the family turned to its daughters and, at the turn of the century, ushered in the era of Kareena Kapoor Khan.

Khan was always outside the Bollywood mold of singing, dancing, beautified heroines. Early films like “Refugee” and “Chameli” showed her capacity for drama, while commercial projects like “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham” and “Mujhse Dosti Karoge” cast her as an over-the-top beauty queen (and retroactive feminist icon).

After more than 20 years leading Hindi films, the actor takes her first plunge into producing with Hansal Mehta’s “The Buckingham Murders,” premiering October 14 at the BFI London Film Festival.

“I’ve never really taken any creative decisions,” Khan told IndieWire in a Zoom interview. “I’ve...

The world of Marisol Riviera comes crashing down when she finds out about her being an illegal immigrant in America. The hopes of a girl full of dreams about a better future are crushed under the brutal machinery of the law. Kevin Abrams, who directed the film, kept it simple and did not sugarcoat the issue of racism in the United States. The satisfactory acting skills of Esmeralda Camargo, Liana Mendoza, Ricky Catter, and others have been an important aspect, making the film stand out. The movie keeps us wondering about the atrocities that the refugees have to face on a regular basis. Some other similar films circling the aspect of the refugee crisis include First They Killed My Father, Beasts of No Nation, Refugee, and others among the top-notch. What happens to Marisol? Does she keep running from the government, or does she give in? Let us have a look at her journey!

Agnieszka Holland is headed to the Vatican for a screening of her migrant crisis drama Green Border, following its selection for its 27th Tertio Millenio Film Festival in November.

The Polish director will also receive the festival’s Special Fuoricampo Prize in the Vatican Library on November 13, ahead of the screening in the presence of top Vatican representatives.

The news follows in the wake of a political backlash and online hate campaign against Holland and the film in Poland, where its depiction of the mistreatment of migrants on its border with Belarus has touched a raw nerve with the country’s right-wing government.

News of the Vatican honor went viral in the devoutly Roman Catholic country and provoked consternation on government-affiliated media outlets.

Related: ‘Green Border’ Review: Agnieszka Holland’s Humanitarian Masterpiece Offers A Harrowing Vision Of The Refugee Crisis In Europe – Venice Film Festival

The annual Fuoricampo prize is...

The first look at upcoming horror-thriller What Remains of Us has arrived, with a promotional still showing a short-haired Kit Harington wielding an ax and looking ominously in the distance. Considering the plot, this can’t point to anything good…

As per Arclight Films, What Remains of Us has the following synopsis: “Set deep in rural England, the film is framed from the point of view of Harington’s character’s 10-year-old daughter (Caoilinn Springall). Behind the walls of her family’s isolated, fortified compound, she begins to question her unusual life. She discovers that once a month her father turns into a monster. Her parents say the monster is nothing to be afraid of but when the monster escapes, the girl has to confront the harsh reality of her father’s identity and make a life-altering decision.” Kit Harington plays father to Springall (The Midnight Sky), while Ashleigh Cummings plays the mother.

As if to come to the aid of her national cinema after the debacle that was Roman Polanski’s The Palace, Poland’s Agnieszka Holland, soon to turn 75, restores some of her homeland’s cultural dignity with a devastating exposé that angrily, and quite brilliantly, questions its humanity and political integrity. At 144 minutes, and in black and white, it is not exactly a Trojan horse, and its moral rigor does not come with a spoonful of sugar. But Green Border earns every second of that running time, and with a focus and energy that belies its director’s age. Awards-wise, this may prove to be the international feature to beat.

It begins in October 2021 with Chapter 1: The Family, in which a Syrian couple, Bashir and Amina, their three children and their grandfather are traveling on a plane from Turkey to Belarus. Their mood is upbeat; they are planning to go from Belarus to Poland,...

Bollywood diva Kareena Kapoor Khan is all set to make her digital debut with a project with Netflix in a crime-thriller directed by Sujoy Ghosh. Kareena, who will be seen in a gritty role, says after 23 years in Hindi cinema the digital debut feels like a new launch.

Kareena said: “I am excited to be coming on Netflix with a very special project . After 23 years, this feels like a new launch and I have the jitters of a new-comer! Audiences will see me in a role I have never played before, with a story that is so unique and thrilling.”

She said that the streaming giant has always showcased films from different parts of the world in the most authentic manner, backing artists who love what they do.

Kareena made her acting debut in 2000 in ‘Refugee’. After which, she was seen in films such as Asoka and Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham…...

Exclusive: The Tom Petty Estate has taken on new management at Kaplan/Perrone Entertainment, with plans to bring new attention to Petty’s music and legacy through scripted and non-scripted storytelling. Further details as to the form projects might take haven’t been disclosed, though sources tell Deadline that a traditional biopic on the rock and roll legend has not been a point of conversation.

One of the best-selling musical artists of all time, Petty, during his four-decade career, performed for over 140 million fans worldwide, selling upwards of 84M records and seeing his music garner nearly 5B streams. Famous for lyrics touching on themes of love, loss, and perseverance, as well as for his distinctive voice and guitar-driven sound, the Gainesville, Florida native was known as much for his solo work as for that with band The Heartbreakers.

Prior to his death on October 2, 2017, aged 66, Petty released more than a dozen albums with The Heartbreakers,...

Mumbai, April 22 (Ians) Veteran actor Puneet Issar, who is best known for his role of Duryodhana in B. R. Chopra’s ‘Mahabharat’, will now be seen essaying a patriarch Bhanupratap in the new show ‘Vanshaj’.

Talking about his role, Puneet said: “As one of the living elders of this family who has witnessed the ascent of the empire, Bhanupratap has held it together and prevented it from crumbling despite the undercurrent of family dynamics.”

Puneet has been part of a number of films and TV shows. He acted in films like ‘Chandra Mukhi’, ‘Prem Shakti’, ‘Ram Jaane’, ‘Border’, ‘Refugee’, ‘Krrish’, ‘Bachna Ae Haseeno’, ‘Ready’, among others. He was also part of TV shows such as ‘Param Vir Chakra’, ‘Bharat Ek Khoj’, ‘Junoon’, ‘Noorjahan’, ‘Choti Sarrdaarni’, ‘Bigg Boss 8’, and many more.

The 63-year-old actor further said that the values and ideals of his on-screen character are quite relatable and he personally finds a connection with Bhanupratap.

When Mike Campbell and the Dirty Knobs take the stage Saturday evening at the Fox Theater in Boulder, Colorado, they’ll be joined by original Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers drummer Stan Lynch. He’s going to stay on the road with them through late June, marking the first time they’ve toured together since the Into The Great Wide Open run in 1992.

“[He is] an old friend who I love dearly,” Campbell wrote on Instagram. “We’ve had the best time reconnecting and we can’t wait to get out there and play music together again.

While they’re not all that common, we have seen a number of acclaimed animated features make huge debuts at film festivals over the years. But even with that knowledge, it’s likely you haven’t seen an animated film quite like “Flee.”

Read More: ‘Flee’ Is A Stellar Exploration Of Refuge Trauma [Sundance Review]

As seen in the trailer for the film, “Flee” is a bold mixture of documentary and animated narrative feature, as it tells the true story of one man, Amin Nawabi, and his harrowing story of being a child refugee from Afghanistan.

Continue reading ‘Flee’ Trailer: Animated Sundance Grand Jury Prize Winner About Refugee Trauma Is Full Of Empathy at The Playlist.

Olivia Munn is attached to play the lead in Aleppo, a Syrian refugee drama from MiLu Entertainment.

Director David Schurmann’s drama tells the story of a Syrian boy refugee and a U.N. journalist, played by Munn, brought together by tragedy as they escape Syria to survive.

Munn is also set to star in the action title Replay, and the social drama The Gateway, currently in post-production. Beto Dantas penned the script for Aleppo for Brazliian director Schurmann.

Oscar-winning art director Brigitte Broch and composer Antonio Pinto are also attached to the project, with Juan Bergaz of Bergaz Productions serving as executive producer....

Veteran actors Jackie Shroff and Suniel Shetty share a close bond. On Monday, Suniel took to Instagram and posted a video of a few moments spent with Jackie.

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Bollywood Bebo Kareena Kapoor Khan celebrates her 40th birthday today and it is almost as if the actress seems to be aging backward.

Kareena Kapoor Khan is certainly one of the most loved and celebrated stars in the tinsel town. She started off her journey with 2000 film Refugee along with Abhishek Bachchan. The film was helmed by Jp Dutta.

Winning hearts as an actress, wife and a mother, Kareena Kapoor Khan not only makes the men bow down to her, but our beloved Bebo is also a woman-crush for the ladies out there! Be it acting, style or public appearances, the actress is known for her good looks, great performances, and classy personality!

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Abhishek Bachchan started his acting journey two decades ago and has successfully made a name for himself as an actor and producer. Being the son of legendary actors Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan, added an unseen pressure on the actor when he made his debut in Refugee, with Kareena Kapoor Khan. It was never easy to have always been compared to his father, Amitabh, possibly the greatest Indian actor of all times.

Since his debut, Abhishek has acted in a variety of roles, and that too quite successfully. His portrayal in Guru as an ambitious smuggler, a thief in Bunty aur Bubbly, good cop in the Dhoom series, and a double role in the comedy Bol Bachchan among others has won him the box office crown, audience adulation and critical appreciation.

Looking back at his success, Abhishek said, “I’m very happy and can’t complain. I’ve said this a few times,...

Shamefully there were only five people at Saroj Khan’s funeral on the morning of 3 June. Three of them were her children(a son and two daughters) and two were choreographers Remo d’Souza and Ahmed Khan.

Saroj Khan was to Bollywood choreography what Naushad was to film music. Before her choreographers were shadowy figures in the background .She brought a full-bodied recognition to film choreography , and also prompted Filmfare to instate an award for choreography.

Actresses specially Sridevi and Madhuri Dixit dancing to Ms Khan’s rhythms acquired a special allure.

Saroj Khan was a perfectionist in her dance moves and unsparing in her quest forthat perfection.

A very popular actress from the 1990s tells this anecdote about her experience of being choreographed by the mighty Saroj Khan.Apparently the actress couldn’t get the steps right.

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Saroj called actress aside and asked, “There is no lachak(swing) in your dance steps.

It was earlier announced that Abhishek Bachchan was to reunite with J P Dutta, for his next film Paltan. The filmmaker who launched Abhishek in his debut film Refugee, later worked with him in Loc Kargil and Umrao Jaan. However, it has now come to light that Abhishek Bachchan is no longer part of PaltanRead More

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In the year 2000, filmmaker J.P Dutta’s Refugee had marked the debut of two-star kids- Amitabh Bachchan’s son Abhishek Bachchan and Randhir Kapoor’s youngest daughter Kareena Kapoor Khan. Every actor has a special place for their debut film and Abhishek Bachchan could not agree more. On June 30, Refugee completed 17 years and Abhishek gotRead More

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