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Shah Rukh Khan provides 25,000 PPE kits to Maharashtra

Published On: April 14, 2020 03:46 PM NPT By: Agencies

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Monday provided 25,000 PPE kits to the frontline medical staff in Maharashtra fighting to contain the novel coronavirus pandemic in the state.

Started opening up as people were taking my narrative away from me: Gomez

Published On: April 14, 2020 03:37 PM NPT By: Agencies

Singer Selena Gomez says she decided to take control of her narrative following the close media scrutiny that made her a tabloid fodder

Marvin and Rochelle Humes expecting third child

Published On: April 13, 2020 05:57 PM NPT By: Agencies

Singer Marvin Humes and Rochelle Humes are set to welcome their third child together.

Romance not candy floss, it's constant exchange of power and emotions: Vijay Varma

Published On: April 13, 2020 05:54 PM NPT By: Agencies

The romance between Vijay Varma and the screen - silver or not - is peaking, but the concept of love stories are not one-dimensional for the actor.

COVID-19: Nick Cordero 'fighting for his life', says wife

Published On: April 13, 2020 12:11 PM NPT By: Agencies

Tony-nominated Broadway actor Nick Cordero, who is in intensive care after testing positive for the coronavirus, is "fighting for his life", his wife, celebrity fitness trainer Amanda Kloots has said.

'Half Full' will give hope to people in these times of loneliness: Naseeruddin Shah

Published On: April 13, 2020 12:06 PM NPT By: Agencies

Naseeruddin Shah is back with a short film, one that the veteran actor believes is of hope at a time when the vast majority of people are in lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Singer Sturgill Simpson tests positive for coronavirus

Published On: April 12, 2020 05:02 PM NPT By: Agencies

The 42-year-old musician took to Instagram to reveal his coronavirus diagnosis and also pointed out towards the frustrating attempts he had to go through to get tested.

Rihanna warns fans to stop asking about new music

Published On: April 12, 2020 04:53 PM NPT By: Agencies

Pop star Rihanna has asked her fans, who are demanding her to release her new album soon, to back off as her prime focus right now is doing her bit in saving the world from the coronavirus pandemic.

Tom Hanks hosts 'Saturday Night Live' home edition

Published On: April 12, 2020 04:51 PM NPT By: Agencies

Swapping the usual live format this weekend, the late-night television comedy show -- Saturday Night Live -managed to grab the attention of many as it was veteran Hollywood actor Tom Hanks, who hosted the show from his home, where he is quarantining after being diagnosed with coronavirus.

Farah Khan's daughter raises Rs 70,000 to feed homeless, stray animals

Published On: April 12, 2020 04:48 PM NPT By: Agencies

Filmmaker Farah Khan on Sunday said that her 12-year-old daughter Anya has raised Rs 70,000 by sketching pets, the proceeds of which will go towards feeding the homeless and stray animals affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

'Harry Potter' star Rupert Grint announces girlfriend Georgia Groome's pregnancy

Published On: April 11, 2020 03:48 PM NPT By: Agencies

Rupert Grint, the star of the "Harry Potter" franchise, and his girlfriend Georgia Groome are expecting their first child together.

Excited to present ''83' post coronavirus, says Saqib Saleem

Published On: April 11, 2020 03:43 PM NPT By: Agencies

Actor Saqib Saleem says he prefers to have a positive outlook despite the fact that his upcoming movie "83" is among projects delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Amy Schumer to host quarantine cooking show

Published On: April 11, 2020 03:39 PM NPT By: Agencies

Actor-comedian Amy Schumer and her husband, chef Chris Fischer, are set to host a quarantine cooking show for Discovery-owned Food Network. The eight-episode series, with working title Amy Schumer Learns to Cook, will see the pair cooking dishes while isolated due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Bengal musicians go online to uplift spirits of people during lockdown

Published On: April 11, 2020 03:35 PM NPT By: Agencies

Musicians from West Bengal have taken the online route to provide mental succour to people during the lockdown imposed to contain the spread of novel coronavirus.

Sony delays Camila Cabello-starrer 'Cinderella' till Feb 2021

Published On: April 10, 2020 01:46 PM NPT By: Agencies

Camila Cabello-starrer "Cinderella" is the latest Hollywood project to be delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

'The Batman' not an origin-story, says Matt Reeves

Published On: April 10, 2020 01:42 PM NPT By: Agencies

Filmmaker Matt Reeves says his take on classic DC superhero Batman will not venture into the character's roots but at the same, it will "acknowledge his origins".

Sandra Bullock donates 6,000 N95 masks for LA healthcare workers

Published On: April 10, 2020 01:38 PM NPT By: Agencies

Hollywood star Sandra Bullock has donated to 6,000 N95 masks for healthcare professionals battling the coronavirus pandemic.

Excited to bring 'qualitative laughter' with 'Khichdi', 'Sarabhai' reruns: JD Majethia

Published On: April 10, 2020 01:14 PM NPT By: Agencies

Producer JD Majethia, one of the names behind Indian television's beloved family comedies "Khichdi" and "Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai", says he is happy that these two shows are returning on the small screen at a time when people need "qualitative laughter".

Priyanka Chopra pledges USD 100,000 to four women heroes for their 'selfless' work amid COVID-19

Published On: April 9, 2020 10:44 PM NPT By: Agencies

Actor Priyanka Chopra on Thursday pledged USD 100,000 in total to four incredible women who rose above the challenges to make a difference during the coronavirus crises.

Dave Bautista's 'My Spy' to be released digitally by Amazon

Published On: April 9, 2020 05:20 PM NPT By: Agencies

Dave Bautista's spy comedy "My Spy" is the latest Hollywood project which has landed at a streaming service in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.