Tuesday, 31 May 2016

Daniel Radcliffe's childhood home up for sale

"Harry Potter" star Daniel Radcliffe's childhood home is reportedly up for sale for a whopping $2.12 million.

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Located in Fulham, southwest London, the four-bedroom family home is listed on residential property specialist website Chestertons, according to The Times. 

The estate agents say the renovated property has been "designed with great flair and style", reports digitalspy.com. 

Katy Perry's Twitter account hacked

Singer Katy Perry's Twitter account, which has 89 million followers, has been hacked some nasty and vulgar tweets posted.

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The hackers managed to gain access to her account and posted a series of random tweets on her timeline, reports aceshowbiz.com. 

They continued posting confusing tweets, including a post referring to her longstanding feud with singer Taylor Swift. 

The hackers wrote, "Miss you baby," while tagging Swift's Twitter account. Other posts, including one aimed at YouTube celebrity Keemstar, featured offensive language. 

Monday, 30 May 2016

Sachin launches clothing brand, Riteish walks the ramp for it

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on Saturday launched his premium menswear and and accessories brand, and film star Riteish Deshmukh walked the ramp for it.

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About his brand True Blue, Sachin said, "In the last 24 years if I wasn't in whites on the field, I was in blues. Blue happens to be my favourite colour as well. So I thought, I might as well take that off the field and share that with people who have supported me for so many years and give them the opportunity to wear something which is of my taste, what I like."


Numerous models exhibited the brand's collection on a ramp show, but it was Riteish who stole the limelight with his ramp walk. Dressed in a maroon Nehru jacket on a white shirt, with khaki trousers, Riteish looked stylish sporting a beard and ponytail.

Nicole Scherzinger signs huge deal for 'The X Factor' return

Singer Nicole Scherzinger has reportedly signed a million-pound deal confirming her return to the popular British show “The X Factor”.

nicole-scherzinger-signs-huge-deal-for-the-x-factor-returnAccording to a source, Scherzinger quit the Broadway run of “Cats” to make her talent show comeback, reports mirror.co.uk.

“Simon (Cowell) thinks Nicole is a great asset to the show and is delighted he was able to sign her up, despite the commitments she previously had elsewhere,” The Sun newspaper quoted the source as saying.

Shehla Khan's spring 2016 collection celebrates Indian craftsmanship


shehla-khans-spring-2016-collection-celebrates-indian-craftsmanshipShehla Khan, designer to some of the Bollywood superstars including Sonam Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Priyanka Chopra and Jacqueline Fernandez, has come up with the spring 2016 collection that pays an ode to Indian craftsmanship using the finest textiles.

“The major USP of the collection is the intricate embroidery, digital printing and other special techniques; with the help of the genius of Indian craftsmanship and using the finest textiles,” said the designer in a statement.

With sensuous gowns to short dresses, the collection is a perfect amalgamation of richness and modernity. 

The range also displays a spectrum of colours and is a perfect choice for day wear and evenings out.

“This collection is sensual, sophisticated and designed to give savvy women a new authentic poise. It makes on the whole, an understated statement of elegance and exudes rich fabrics in classic colour palettes, embellished with exquisite trims and design details in every piece. 

Don't know what item songs mean: Zareen Khan

Actress Zareen Khan says she doesn't know what "item" songs mean and why the term is even used.

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Zareen, who shook a leg with superstar Salman Khan in "Character dheela" from the film "Ready", has been praised for her sexy avatar in the latest promotional song “Khallas Veerappan” from filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma's movie "Veerappan". 

"Well I did 'Khallas' because it's one of my favourite songs. I was very happy that I had the opportunity to recreate the magic of 'Khallas'... As for item songs, I don't even know what that means and why the term 'item' is used for a song," Zareen told. 

The "Hate Story 3" actress says such songs should be called "promotional or special" as they are done by someone, who is not part of the film.

Karlie Kloss uses teaspoon to curl her eyelashes

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Model Karlie Kloss uses a teaspoon to curl her eyelashes and to reduce the puffiness of her "eye bags".

Speaking to Stylist magazine about her beauty secret, Kloss said: "Teaspoons do a real good job at curling your eyelashes. All you have to do is lay the spoon down above the upper lash line and then pinch and lightly pull your lashes against it."

However, the teaspoon also doubles up as a "de-puffing" eye treatment to reduce the redness of the model's tired eyes, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

Kendall Jenner likes natural beauty

Model and reality TV personality Kendall Jenner says she prefers to show off her natural beauty but really likes contouring.

"I always think less is more and showing your natural beauty. Personally, I love a bit of contour but I also think it's about knowing your own face and knowing what works for your face," Kendall told Cosmopolitan magazine, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

kendall-jenner-likes-natural-beautyHowever, that's not to say make-up isn't important to Kendall as she previously unveiled her own Estée Edit palette after she teamed up with Estée Lauder.

She shared: "You guys, so this is my palette, I have my own Estée Edit palette. I'm low-key freaking out inside and I think my head is exploding. The palette is super me obviously because I created it. I'm very simple so a lot of the colours are simple."

Meanwhile, when it comes to fitness, Kendall tries her best to exercise.

Clarke relied on vodka to go naked for 'Game of Thrones'

Actress Emilia Clarke says she needed “vodka and some flattering lighting” to film nude scenes in the popular TV series “Game of Thrones”.

clarke-relied-on-vodka-to-go-naked-for-game-of-thronesThe 29-year-old, who stars as Daenerys Targaryen in the show, says she needed a little help and encouragement before she agreed to strip off for “Game of Thrones”, reports dailymail.co.uk.

“All I needed was vodka and some flattering lighting and I was ready,” Clarke told The Sun newspaper.

R. Madhavan is goodwill ambassador against leprosy

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Actor R. Madhavan feels proud to be the goodwill ambassador for the the LEPRA India organisation that fights against diseases like leprosy and tuberculosis.

"I am proud to be a goodwill ambassador for LEPRA India spreading the word that leprosy is curable and no one needs to live with it," Madhavan tweeted on Monday. 

LEPRA India is a non-government organisation working in the fields of leprosy, tuberculosis, malaria, HIV/AIDS and community health.

Italian actor Giorgio Albertazzi dies at 92

Actor-director Giorgio Albertazzi, who was a prominent part of the Italian theatre for more than six decades, is dead. He was 92

Albertazzi died on Saturday in his native Tuscany, reports hollywoodreporter.com.

italian-actor-giorgio-albertazzi-dies-at-92Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi remembered him as "a great Italian" and "an artist who was classical and progressive simultaneously."

Italian President Sergio Mattarella said: "With Giorgio Albertazzi we have lost one of the foremost artists of the theatre and contemporary Italian cinema. His interpretations of the great classics remain a milestone in the history of entertainment." 

Easy way to give a quirky twist to bar at home

Want to move on from the usual brown and black for the bar corner at your place? Use bright neon lights, pop art prints and funky wall art for a quirky look to it, says an expert.

Chirag Nangia, founder of Thecrazyme.com, has shared some tips that can turn around a dull-dim corner of your home into a funky bar:

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♦ Use bright neon lights over the bar space to give a retro look that catches attention instantly.

♦ Look for a quirky cabinet with pop art prints, it would not only be a space to stack all the liquor and glasses, but also be a great furniture item that will brighten up the bar. 

♦ Find a good stand to place your collectibles if you want to flaunt your collection of wines, whiskeys and stunning glassware.

♦Not all bright colours are considered quirky. Choose colours wisely and stick more towards reds, yellows, oranges, grass greens and indigos.

Get picture-perfect smile with these simple tips!

Achieving the perfect smile for your photographs is not tough any more. Try smiling with teeth slightly parted and a quick swipe of your tongue over your teeth just before the photograph is taken can help your teeth to twinkle, making your smile look even better, says an expert.

get-picture-perfect-smile-with-these-simple-tipsEkta Chadha, an expert in cosmetic dentistry, has provided some useful tips for getting a perfect smile.

♦Slightly tilt: It is usually recommended to tilt your head slightly to the camera because most people have a-symmetrical faces. This also explains why one side of your face may photograph better than the other.

♦ Check your teeth and gums: If your teeth have yellowed with age, try a whitening product or visit your dentist. Correcting cracked, broken, or missing teeth will likely mean some time with a dental professional. Don't forget about taking care of your gums. Brush, floss, and wash with an antibacterial mouthwash consistently.

Sunday, 29 May 2016

Karan-Bipasha open to working together

Newly-weds Bipasha Basu and Karan Singh Grover are open to working together in a film if both like the script, and haven't decided on any clauses such as no kissing or no lovemaking in films.

Present at "The Kapil Sharma Show" on Saturday, Karan and Bipasha were asked if they would act in a film together after marriage. Bipasha said, "If we like something; we are two different individuals. Definitely we want to work with each other. But both have to like it."

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Incidentally, there are some actor couples, who didn't work with each other after their marriage. Kareena Kapoor-Saif Ali Khan, Akshay Kumar-Twinkle Khanna, Soha Ali Khan-Kunal Kemmu to name a few.

Reportedly actors add clauses in their contracts as no kissing, no lovemaking scenes, no bikini scenes in their contract after marriage. When asked if they also have such clauses, Bipasha said, "No, we don't have any such clause. But we'll think about it. You have given a good point... (To Karan) Nothing for you." 

Karan said, "We haven't written anything like that."

About how life has changed after marriage, Bipasha said, "Everything about us is still pretty much the same. We're the same people, we love each other the same way. Everyday a little more. Now on Instagram I write my name as Bipasha Basu Singh Grover."

Asked if they knew each other's pluses and minuses already, Karan said, "If in 28 days you come to know the minus points then it's not a good thing."

B-Town spreads awareness on social issues at Modi's two-year bash

Bollywood celebrities participated in the celebration of two years of the Narendra Modi government highlighting, sharing and spreading awareness on its social campaigns like "Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao" and "Swachh Bharat" campaigns.

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Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Raveena Tandon and Kajol were present at the gala celebrations, showcasing the effect of Bollywood actors which has directly or indirectly helped in tackling some crucial social issues.

With Big B promoting the "Bati Bachao, Beti Padhao" campaign in the capacity of United Nation's ambassador of the girl child mission, the message of nurturing, educating and treating the girl child as equals was discussed at length.

Crooning the song "Chhoti si aasha" was the Indian Idol Junior star Nahid Afrin, while Anupam Kher, clad in saffron kurta and trousers with a Nehru jacket, sang the Clean India anthem"Swachh Bharat ka irada".

Sharing moments with Madhuri Dixit very special: Lisa Haydon

Actress Lisa Haydon had her fan moment when she met Bollywood diva Madhuri Dixit. The "Housefull 3" star says that sharing stage with the Dhak Dhak girl was a moment to cherish forever.

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Lisa made an appearance on the sets of &TV’s show “So You Think You Can Dance” with the cast of “Housefull 3”. 

As soon as she landed on the sets, Lisa made her way to the judges table and hugged Madhuri.

“I am very elated that I got an opportunity to meet and share the stage with my favorite actress Madhuri Dixit on So You Think You Can Dance. She is a pioneer in the field of dancing and sharing these moments with her is really special,” Lisa said in a statement.