Reality TV is the new talent factory for Bollywood music

New Delhi (IANS) Singing-based reality shows have been going on for years and have given some gems to the industry such as Sunidhi Chauhan, Shreya Ghoshal, Arijit Singh and Neha Kakkar. Such shows have proven to be great platforms for aspiring playback…

'Thappad' day one: Film collects Rs 3.07cr

Mumbai (IANS) The Taapsee Pannu-starrer "Thappad", directed by Anubhav Sinha, saw a low-key opening of Rs 3.07 crore on Friday, its first day of release, in the domestic market despite excellent reviews and positive word of mouth.

Although…

Isha Koppikar turns cop for new web show

Mumbai (IANS) Actress Isha Koppikar has bagged the female lead role opposite Neil Nitin Mukesh in the upcoming, yet to be titled, web show, and she will be seen playing the role of an inspector.

"It's a cat and mouse game where there is…

'Indian 2' director announces Rs 1 cr for accident victims

Chennai (IANS) "Indian 2" Director S. Shankar has announced Rs 1 crore financial assistance to the families of the three technicians who lost their lives at the shooting spot earlier this month.

In a statement, Shankar said whatever help…

Meet Bros, Amit Mishra, Akasa to go talent-hunting on reality show

Mumbai (IANS) Music artistes Meet Bros, Amit Mishra and Akasa are coming together to hunt for India's next singing sensation on the show, "MTV Beats Ke Desi Kalakaar".

The upcoming show will give a chance to two winners to feature in a…

I create my own workout plan: Katrina Kaif

New Delhi (IANSlife) Actor Katrina Kaif, a fitness icon and inspiration to many at 36, says she gives a lot of importance to fitness and even creates her own workout plan.

"I give a lot of importance to fitness and workout seven days a week…

Richa, Ali Fazal apply for marriage registration

Mumbai (IANS) Star couple Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal will most probably tie the knot in the last week of April.

According to the actors' spokesperson, the two have even applied for a marriage registration at a court in Mumbai.

"Currently,…

Saif Ali Khan: I have regrets but not very serious ones

New Delhi (IANS) When Saif Ali Khan entered Bollywood in 1993 as a 23-year-old, his claim to fame was being veteran actress Sharmila Tagore and legendary cricketer Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi's son. It didn't help matters that his debut film…

Eating walnut linked to healthy life in women

New York (IANS) Women in their late 50s and early 60s who consumed at least two servings of walnuts per week had a greater likelihood of healthy aging compared to those who did not eat walnuts, researchers have found.

In the study, published…

Liam Neeson not fan of modern superhero movies

Los Angeles (IANS) Hollywood star Liam Neeson has never understood the lure of starring in superhero movies because spending hours in the gym to "pump" up his muscles doesn't appeal to him.

The "Taken" star famously portrayed Batman's…