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<p>British strongman competitor Tom Stoltman has divulged how he beat autism to become the world's strongest man.</p>

<p>Stoltman has shared that he was diagnosed with the disorder at the age of five.</p>

<p>In an interview with The National, he said: ''I wanted to make it a bit more vocal, just to let people know I’m not shy, I’m not awkward, it’s just that this is what I’ve got and this is how I live with it. I still struggle with it sometimes, I take a lot more time than other people to get some things processed and I’m still kind of nervous about new things.''</p>

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<p>“I always wanted to be successful for the people that have additional needs. I’ve done a lot of talks on it and I want everyone to know that, just because we’ve got a label on our heads, it doesn’t mean that you are different from anyone else, we’ve just got that additional hurdle we have to get over,” he added.</p>

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<p>He has become the first man from Scotland to win the 'World's Strongest Man' and the fifth British person to do so.</p>

<p>Stoltman picked up the fifth and final Atlas Stone, a 210 kg spherical behemoth with relative ease even though it is slightly heavier than an upright piano.</p>

<p>Describing the winning moment he said, "We kinda dropped to our knees and said a few things. That was the most special moment ever."</p>

<p>Stoltman's usual calorie intake is over 10,000 and he wears size 17 shoes. He is six foot, eight inches tall.</p>

<p>The World’s Strongest Man event has been running since 1977.&nbsp;The competition has eight of the world’s strongest men battle against each other in different challenges.</p>

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British strongman competitor Tom Stoltman has divulged how he beat autism to become the world's strongest man. Stoltman has shared that he was diagnosed with the disorder at the age of five.

British strongman competitor Tom Stoltman has divulged how he beat autism to become the world's strongest man. Stoltman has shared that he was diagnosed with the disorder at the age of five. In an interview with The National, he said: ''I wanted to make it a bit more vocal, just to let people know I’m not shy, I’m not awkward, it’s just that this is what I’ve got and this is how I live with it. I still struggle with it sometimes, I take a lot more time than other people to get some things processed and I’m still kind of nervous about new things.'' Also read | British man Eddie Hall cried after being crowned the world's strongest man “I always wanted to be successful for the people that have additional needs. I’ve done a lot of talks on it and I want everyone to know that, just because we’ve got a label on our heads, it doesn’t mean that you are different from anyone else, we’ve just got that additional hurdle we have to get over,” he added. Choo choo@WorldsStrongest pic.twitter.com/HNkkx3AXU4 — Tom Stoltman (@stoltman_tom) December 30, 2021 × He has become the first man from Scotland to win the 'World's Strongest Man' and the fifth British person to do so. Stoltman picked up the fifth and final Atlas Stone, a 210 kg spherical behemoth with relative ease even though it is slightly heavier than an upright piano. Describing the winning moment he said, "We kinda dropped to our knees and said a few things. That was the most special moment ever." Stoltman's usual calorie intake is over 10,000 and he wears size 17 shoes. He is six foot, eight inches tall. The World’s Strongest Man event has been running since 1977. The competition has eight of the world’s strongest men battle against each other in different challenges. (With inputs from agencies)

Tom Stoltman describes how he beat autism to become world's strongest man

<p>Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio had an emotional reunion recently after staying apart from each other due to the coronavirus pandemic.<br />
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In an interview, the 'Mare of Easttown' alum told that she “couldn’t stop crying” when she finally saw DiCaprio, in person again after years of gap.&nbsp;<br />
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“I’ve known him for half my life! It’s not as if I’ve found myself in New York or he’s been in London and there’s been a chance to have dinner or grab a coffee and a catch-up,” the Oscar winner, 46, told in an interview published Thursday.</p>

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“We haven’t been able to leave our countries. Like so many friendships globally, we’ve missed each other because of COVID.”<br />
The British actress, added, ''He's my friend, my really close friend.We’re bonded for life.''<br />
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Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio rose to international fame for their portrayals of Rose and Jack in the 1997 film 'Titanic' and later as husband and wife in the 2008 film 'Revolutionary Road.'<br />
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During her chat with the outlet, Winslet also recalled her filming time of 'Titanic' with DiCaprio in their early 20s.<br />
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“I turned 21 on that shoot, and Leo turned 22,” she said, admitting that making the James Cameron-directorial “wasn’t pleasant” for either party.&nbsp;<br />
“But we were all in it together. Though he had way more days off than I ever bloody did. I guess I was raised to be grateful and just get on with it,” she continued.&nbsp;<br />
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“I didn’t feel it was my right to be miserable, and if I was miserable I certainly would not have let a journalist know. There is no way I would have let that slip!”</p>


Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio had an emotional reunion recently after staying apart from each other due to the coronavirus pandemic. In an interview, the 'Mare of Easttown' alum told that she “couldn’t stop crying” when she finally saw DiCaprio, in person again after years of gap.

Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio had an emotional reunion recently after staying apart from each other due to the coronavirus pandemic. In an interview, the 'Mare of Easttown' alum told that she “couldn’t stop crying” when she finally saw DiCaprio, in person again after years of gap. “I’ve known him for half my life! It’s not as if I’ve found myself in New York or he’s been in London and there’s been a chance to have dinner or grab a coffee and a catch-up,” the Oscar winner, 46, told in an interview published Thursday. 'Don't Look Up' review: Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence headline a smart satire “We haven’t been able to leave our countries. Like so many friendships globally, we’ve missed each other because of COVID.” The British actress, added, ''He's my friend, my really close friend.We’re bonded for life.'' Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio rose to international fame for their portrayals of Rose and Jack in the 1997 film 'Titanic' and later as husband and wife in the 2008 film 'Revolutionary Road.' During her chat with the outlet, Winslet also recalled her filming time of 'Titanic' with DiCaprio in their early 20s. “I turned 21 on that shoot, and Leo turned 22,” she said, admitting that making the James Cameron-directorial “wasn’t pleasant” for either party. “But we were all in it together. Though he had way more days off than I ever bloody did. I guess I was raised to be grateful and just get on with it,” she continued. “I didn’t feel it was my right to be miserable, and if I was miserable I certainly would not have let a journalist know. There is no way I would have let that slip!”

Kate Winslet says she ‘couldn’t stop crying’ after reuniting with Leonardo DiCaprio

<p>Authorities confirmed Monday that more than 300 people died in recent floods in central China, three times the number previously reported.</p>

<p>According to the province administration of Henan, 302 people died and 50 are still missing.</p>

<p>The majority of the casualties were in Zhengzhou, the province capital, where 292 people died and 47 were missing.</p>

<p>Officials announced during a press conference in Zhengzhou that ten other people perished in three other cities.</p>

<p>In Xinxiang city, seven people were killed, with three more still missing, while two people were killed in Pingdingshan and one in Luohe.</p>

<p>Hou Hong, the mayor of Zhengzhou, claimed 39 people had been found dead in basement car parks, and six more had drowned in the cross-city tunnel, bringing the total number of persons killed in the tube to six.<br />
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<p>In late July, record-breaking rainstorms wreaked havoc on Henan Province in central China, overflowing reservoirs, spilling riverbanks, and wreaking havoc on public transportation and roadways in key towns.</p>

<p>In only three days, more than 600mm of rain poured in Zhengzhou, about an average year's worth.<br />
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<strong>Watch | Gravitas: Heaviest rain in 1,000 years leads to devastation</strong></p>

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<p>Authorities said that about 625,000 acres of crops were destroyed and have estimated losses at more than 90 billion yuan ($14 billion). About 1.5 million people were evacuated because of the rains and flooding.</p>

<p>The central government has set up an investigation team to evaluate the disaster response, summarize the lessons from it and hold accountable anyone guilty of dereliction of duty, Chinese media said.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Authorities confirmed Monday that more than 300 people died in recent floods in central China, three times the number previously reported. According to the province administration of Henan, 302 people died and 50 are still missing.

Authorities confirmed Monday that more than 300 people died in recent floods in central China, three times the number previously reported. According to the province administration of Henan, 302 people died and 50 are still missing. The majority of the casualties were in Zhengzhou, the province capital, where 292 people died and 47 were missing. Officials announced during a press conference in Zhengzhou that ten other people perished in three other cities. In Xinxiang city, seven people were killed, with three more still missing, while two people were killed in Pingdingshan and one in Luohe. Hou Hong, the mayor of Zhengzhou, claimed 39 people had been found dead in basement car parks, and six more had drowned in the cross-city tunnel, bringing the total number of persons killed in the tube to six. (AFP Photo) In late July, record-breaking rainstorms wreaked havoc on Henan Province in central China, overflowing reservoirs, spilling riverbanks, and wreaking havoc on public transportation and roadways in key towns. In only three days, more than 600mm of rain poured in Zhengzhou, about an average year's worth. Watch | Gravitas: Heaviest rain in 1,000 years leads to devastation Authorities said that about 625,000 acres of crops were destroyed and have estimated losses at more than 90 billion yuan ($14 billion). About 1.5 million people were evacuated because of the rains and flooding. The central government has set up an investigation team to evaluate the disaster response, summarize the lessons from it and hold accountable anyone guilty of dereliction of duty, Chinese media said. (With inputs from agencies)

Corpses afloat in car parks, tunnel: China floods death toll rises to 302

<p>The United States is "deeply concerned with the increasingly harsh surveillance, harassment, and intimidation of US and other foreign journalists" covering recent floods in China's Henan province, State Department spokesperson Ned Price said on Thursday (July 29).&nbsp;</p>

<p>China's harsh rhetoric toward news it perceives as critical "has provoked negative public sentiment leading to tense, in-person confrontations and harassment" of journalists, Price said in a statement.</p>

<p>China's foreign ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment.</p>

<p>The Foreign Correspondents' Club of China said on Tuesday that journalists from several media outlets covering recent floods in China were harassed online and by local residents, with staff from the BBC and Los Angeles Times receiving death threats.</p>

<p>"We call on the PRC to act as a responsible nation hoping to welcome foreign media and the world for the upcoming Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games," Price said.</p>


The United States is "deeply concerned with the increasingly harsh surveillance, harassment, and intimidation of US and other foreign journalists" covering recent floods in China's Henan province, State Department spokesperson Ned Price said on Thursday (July 29).

The United States is "deeply concerned with the increasingly harsh surveillance, harassment, and intimidation of US and other foreign journalists" covering recent floods in China's Henan province, State Department spokesperson Ned Price said on Thursday (July 29). China's harsh rhetoric toward news it perceives as critical "has provoked negative public sentiment leading to tense, in-person confrontations and harassment" of journalists, Price said in a statement. China's foreign ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The Foreign Correspondents' Club of China said on Tuesday that journalists from several media outlets covering recent floods in China were harassed online and by local residents, with staff from the BBC and Los Angeles Times receiving death threats. "We call on the PRC to act as a responsible nation hoping to welcome foreign media and the world for the upcoming Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games," Price said.

US says it is concerned over harassment of media covering China floods

<p>Undoubdetly, a&nbsp;mother's love is the greatest force in the world. A&nbsp;woman in China died&nbsp;while saving her&nbsp;baby from a mudslide as her home was flooded.</p>

<p>The child was flung by her mother to a higher level, a family member identified as Mr Zhao told Southern Metropolis Daily. Rescuers arrived at the spot and managed to save the child.</p>

<p>After being buried under rubble for more than 24 hours, the baby girl was rescued on Wednesday.</p>

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<p>Chinese internet users went crazy over a video showing rescue workers saving the baby. The baby is believed to be between three and four months old.</p>

<p>Wangzongdian village in Henan province was devastated by a landslide triggered by heavy rainfall, according to some reports.</p>

<p>A record amount of rainfall has led to massive floods in the region, which have resulted in at least 51 deaths and nearly 400,000 evacuees.</p>

<p>The last week has seen flooding and heavy rain in all parts of the province. As a result, major roads are turning into rivers, sweeping cars, debris and people along with them.</p>

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<p>On Thursday, the body of the baby's mother was discovered. Her body was&nbsp;frozen in place as if she had been lifting something up when rescuers reported to Beijing Youth Daily.</p>

<p>When the baby was taken to the hospital she was found to be without any injuries.</p>

<p>One rescue worker called Mr Yang said the baby girl lived because the woman lifted her child just at that crucial moment.</p>

<p>In the provincial capital of Zhengzhou, at least 12 people died when floodwaters inundated an underground subway line on Tuesday night.</p>

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<p>Mr Zhao said rescue work had been difficult as the remote village's main access bridge had been swept away by floods. Many homes were destroyed by the floods and rain, leaving villagers vulnerable.</p>

<p>Rescuers have been working to find survivors throughout the region, which boasts more than 90 million inhabitants.</p>


Undoubdetly, a mother's love is the greatest force in the world. A woman in China died while saving her baby from a mudslide as her home was flooded. The child was flung by her mother to a higher level, a family member identified as Mr Zhao told Southern Metropolis Daily.

Undoubdetly, a mother's love is the greatest force in the world. A woman in China died while saving her baby from a mudslide as her home was flooded. The child was flung by her mother to a higher level, a family member identified as Mr Zhao told Southern Metropolis Daily. Rescuers arrived at the spot and managed to save the child. After being buried under rubble for more than 24 hours, the baby girl was rescued on Wednesday. Also read | Why are climate 'mysteries' puzzling world's leading scientists? Chinese internet users went crazy over a video showing rescue workers saving the baby. The baby is believed to be between three and four months old. Wangzongdian village in Henan province was devastated by a landslide triggered by heavy rainfall, according to some reports. A record amount of rainfall has led to massive floods in the region, which have resulted in at least 51 deaths and nearly 400,000 evacuees. The last week has seen flooding and heavy rain in all parts of the province. As a result, major roads are turning into rivers, sweeping cars, debris and people along with them. Also read | Watch: Real life Jerry mouse interrupts Spanish parliament session On Thursday, the body of the baby's mother was discovered. Her body was frozen in place as if she had been lifting something up when rescuers reported to Beijing Youth Daily. When the baby was taken to the hospital she was found to be without any injuries. One rescue worker called Mr Yang said the baby girl lived because the woman lifted her child just at that crucial moment. In the provincial capital of Zhengzhou, at least 12 people died when floodwaters inundated an underground subway line on Tuesday night. Also read | Beyond cisgender: Argentina introduces Latin America's first non-binary ID options Mr Zhao said rescue work had been difficult as the remote village's main access bridge had been swept away by floods. Many homes were destroyed by the floods and rain, leaving villagers vulnerable. Rescuers have been working to find survivors throughout the region, which boasts more than 90 million inhabitants.

China floods: Mother dies saving baby from mudslide in Henan

<p>&nbsp;An 83-year-old widower on a mission to investigate potential abuse at a nursing home reveals telling lessons about the trials of growing old in Chilean filmmaker Maite Alberdi`s Oscar-nominated documentary 'The Mole Agent'.<br />
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Although the story rings like the plot of a fiction film, the drama that unfolds is real. The tender and touching feature film, nominated for best documentary, is the only Latin American nominated for an Academy Award.</p>

<p><strong>In pics:&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://13.235.153.162/photos/oscars-2021-nominations-the-first-timers-snubs-surprises-370841" hreflang="en">Oscars 2021 nominations: The first timers, snubs, surprises</a><br />
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With equal doses of humour and film noir, the 90-minute documentary tells the story of Sergio Chamy, a confounded but enthusiastic sleuth who barely knows how to handle a cell phone. He enters incognito into a senior home that is inhabited by elderly people from many different backgrounds finding one common denominator - loneliness.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/zendaya-recalls-speaking-up-against-giuliana-rancics-comments-on-her-hair-at-oscars-371679" hreflang="en">Zendaya recalls speaking up against Giuliana Rancic's comments on her hair at Oscars</a><br />
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"The detective movie is just an excuse to talk about another topic, an excuse that is both funny and an original starting point ... [the film] is not about the case or the detective," said Alberdi, 37, in an interview with Reuters by Zoom.<br />
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The intimate film questions the stereotypes of old age, using details of an universally appealing tale to reflect on the sense of abandonment felt by many elderly people who live in nursing homes. According to Alberdi, the aging population in Chile has the highest suicide rate.<br />
"Scientifically we have sought to help people live longer ... everyone wants to live longer, but no one wonders what they want from that extension of life," she said.<br />
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During the filming, the residents of the home did not know that Sergio, who took the job to distract himself after losing his wife several months before, was a "spy" and found out only after the film was finished.<br />
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"When we told them what it was about and they saw it, they laughed at the situation, more than anything else, they couldn`t believe that they hadn`t realized" that Sergio was a mole, said Alberdi.<br />
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Available on Netflix, "The Mole Agent" premiered at Sundance, and won the Audience Award at the San Sebastian Film Festival. It was also a finalist at the Goya Awards and is the first Chilean film to be nominated for an Oscar for best documentary feature film.<br />
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Alberdi`s documentary will compete with the South African Netflix production "My Octopus Teacher", "Collective," from Romania and the U.S. films "Crip Camp" and "Time". The director said she hopes the nomination will open doors to other Latin American women who dream of making films.<br />
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"This marks a turning point not only for me but for many who will come after me (...) That is what fills me the most with pride, creating new dreams," Alberdi said. The Oscar awards ceremony will be held on April 25.</p>


An 83-year-old widower on a mission to investigate potential abuse at a nursing home reveals telling lessons about the trials of growing old in Chilean filmmaker Maite Alberdi`s Oscar-nominated documentary 'The Mole Agent'.

An 83-year-old widower on a mission to investigate potential abuse at a nursing home reveals telling lessons about the trials of growing old in Chilean filmmaker Maite Alberdi`s Oscar-nominated documentary 'The Mole Agent'. Although the story rings like the plot of a fiction film, the drama that unfolds is real. The tender and touching feature film, nominated for best documentary, is the only Latin American nominated for an Academy Award. In pics: Oscars 2021 nominations: The first timers, snubs, surprises With equal doses of humour and film noir, the 90-minute documentary tells the story of Sergio Chamy, a confounded but enthusiastic sleuth who barely knows how to handle a cell phone. He enters incognito into a senior home that is inhabited by elderly people from many different backgrounds finding one common denominator - loneliness. Also read: Zendaya recalls speaking up against Giuliana Rancic's comments on her hair at Oscars "The detective movie is just an excuse to talk about another topic, an excuse that is both funny and an original starting point ... [the film] is not about the case or the detective," said Alberdi, 37, in an interview with Reuters by Zoom. The intimate film questions the stereotypes of old age, using details of an universally appealing tale to reflect on the sense of abandonment felt by many elderly people who live in nursing homes. According to Alberdi, the aging population in Chile has the highest suicide rate. "Scientifically we have sought to help people live longer ... everyone wants to live longer, but no one wonders what they want from that extension of life," she said. During the filming, the residents of the home did not know that Sergio, who took the job to distract himself after losing his wife several months before, was a "spy" and found out only after the film was finished. "When we told them what it was about and they saw it, they laughed at the situation, more than anything else, they couldn`t believe that they hadn`t realized" that Sergio was a mole, said Alberdi. Available on Netflix, "The Mole Agent" premiered at Sundance, and won the Audience Award at the San Sebastian Film Festival. It was also a finalist at the Goya Awards and is the first Chilean film to be nominated for an Oscar for best documentary feature film. Alberdi`s documentary will compete with the South African Netflix production "My Octopus Teacher", "Collective," from Romania and the U.S. films "Crip Camp" and "Time". The director said she hopes the nomination will open doors to other Latin American women who dream of making films. "This marks a turning point not only for me but for many who will come after me (...) That is what fills me the most with pride, creating new dreams," Alberdi said. The Oscar awards ceremony will be held on April 25.

Widower turned sleuth reflects on old age in Oscar-nominated Chilean documentary

<p>Hollywood star Brie Larson recently opened up about how idealistic beauty standards affected her in the past.</p>

<p>According to Fox News, the 31-year-old actor appeared in an interview with W magazine and revealed, "I don't believe that there is a beauty standard. I struggled with feeling ugly and like an outcast for so much of my life. And so I really, really feel for that. It took me a long time to be able to be totally comfortable with myself."<br />
<br />
Despite her insecurities, Larson said she was able to find comfort with herself. "The thing that has brought me solace is knowing that I can be whoever I want to be with myself. What breaks my heart is to think of people in the world who don't feel that they have safety within their own bodies, " she said.<br />
<br />
Nowadays, Larson is putting her best foot forward to help out those that don't share the same fortunes.<br />
The 'Room' star said, "That, to me, is my ultimate goal in life: To do whatever it is that I can so people have the freedom to express themselves and be exactly who it is that they want to be -- whatever that is -- knowing that that can also change."<br />
<br />
One of Larson's best-known roles is the titular hero in 'Captain Marvel,' but she also recently revealed that she initially passed on the role.<br />
As reported by Fox News, in a YouTube video, the Oscar winner described the audition process she went through and confessed she passed on Marvel Studio's offer multiple times.</p>

<p>Larson said, "Oh, I can't do that. I have too much anxiety. That's too much for me. I don't think I could handle that," in reference to the scope and popularity of the Marvel films.</p>

<p><strong>In pics:</strong>&nbsp;'Death on the Nile' to 'No Time To Die': List of movies that have been pushed to 2021</p>

<p>Larson recalled, "I'm too much of an introvert. That's way too big of a thing for me. It was beyond my comprehension." When first approached about the character, Larson said she was making 'Kong: Skull Island' with Tom Hiddleston and Samuel L. Jackson but didn't tell anyone (not even her mom) about the phone call.<br />
<br />
After she was done shooting 'Kong,' Larson took a meeting with Marvel and admitted she was "very moved by what they were trying to achieve, with what they were talking about. It felt very progressive.''<br />
<br />
"I was very surprised by the way that they were talking about feminism and the way they were handling it," she added. "They were like all female writers. Female director. Going to have as many female voices in this as possible." After meeting with all members of the creative team, Larson signed on and was ready to get to work.</p>


Hollywood star Brie Larson recently opened up about how idealistic beauty standards affected her in the past. According to Fox News, the 31-year-old actor appeared in an interview with W magazine and revealed, "I don't believe that there is a beauty standard.

Hollywood star Brie Larson recently opened up about how idealistic beauty standards affected her in the past. According to Fox News, the 31-year-old actor appeared in an interview with W magazine and revealed, "I don't believe that there is a beauty standard. I struggled with feeling ugly and like an outcast for so much of my life. And so I really, really feel for that. It took me a long time to be able to be totally comfortable with myself." Despite her insecurities, Larson said she was able to find comfort with herself. "The thing that has brought me solace is knowing that I can be whoever I want to be with myself. What breaks my heart is to think of people in the world who don't feel that they have safety within their own bodies, " she said. Nowadays, Larson is putting her best foot forward to help out those that don't share the same fortunes. The 'Room' star said, "That, to me, is my ultimate goal in life: To do whatever it is that I can so people have the freedom to express themselves and be exactly who it is that they want to be -- whatever that is -- knowing that that can also change." One of Larson's best-known roles is the titular hero in 'Captain Marvel,' but she also recently revealed that she initially passed on the role. As reported by Fox News, in a YouTube video, the Oscar winner described the audition process she went through and confessed she passed on Marvel Studio's offer multiple times. Larson said, "Oh, I can't do that. I have too much anxiety. That's too much for me. I don't think I could handle that," in reference to the scope and popularity of the Marvel films. In pics: 'Death on the Nile' to 'No Time To Die': List of movies that have been pushed to 2021 Larson recalled, "I'm too much of an introvert. That's way too big of a thing for me. It was beyond my comprehension." When first approached about the character, Larson said she was making 'Kong: Skull Island' with Tom Hiddleston and Samuel L. Jackson but didn't tell anyone (not even her mom) about the phone call. After she was done shooting 'Kong,' Larson took a meeting with Marvel and admitted she was "very moved by what they were trying to achieve, with what they were talking about. It felt very progressive.'' "I was very surprised by the way that they were talking about feminism and the way they were handling it," she added. "They were like all female writers. Female director. Going to have as many female voices in this as possible." After meeting with all members of the creative team, Larson signed on and was ready to get to work.

'Captain Marvel' star Brie Larson says she felt 'ugly and like an outcast' in past

<p>Legendary actor Sean Connery <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-james-bond-star-sean-connery-passes-away-aged-90-339277">passed away</a> on Saturday (October 31). The actor was 90. &nbsp;Sean was the first James Bond and of course, he is undoubtedly the greatest James Bond actor of all time.<br />
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The news of his death came as a shock to many celebrities.&nbsp;Current&nbsp;James Bond actor Daniel Craig issued a statement reacting to Connery's demise.</p>

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Praising his&nbsp;incredible journey as 007, the actor said on Saturday, ''Sir Sean Connery will be remembered as Bond and so much more. He defined an era and a style. The wit and charm he portrayed on screen could be measured in megawatts; he helped create the modern blockbuster. He will continue to influence actors and film-makers alike for years to come," his statement read.</p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CHAxfw_phuo/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">Statement from Daniel Craig: “It is with such sadness that I heard of the passing of one of the true greats of cinema. Sir Sean Connery will be remembered as Bond and so much more. He defined an era and a style. The wit and charm he portrayed on screen could be measured in mega watts; he helped create the modern blockbuster. He will continue to influence actors and film-makers alike for years to come. My thoughts are with his family and loved ones. Wherever he is, I hope there is a golf course.”</a></p>

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<p>"My thoughts are with his family and loved ones. Wherever he is, I hope there is a golf course.''</p>

<p><a href="read://https_www.wionews.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wionews.com%2Fphotos%2Ffrom-dr-no-to-never-say-never-again-sean-connerys-iconic-james-bond-movies-339294">From 'Dr. No' to 'Never Say Never Again', Sean Connery's iconic James Bond movies</a></p>

<p>Connery&nbsp;started his career as 007 agents with the 1962 film 'Dr. No'. It was the first time world was introduced to the British spy who had a license to kill. From the first movie he continued to portray the character, in 'Russia With Love', 'Goldfinger', 'Thunderball', 'You Only Live Twice', 'Diamonds are Forever', and 'Never Say Never Again.'&nbsp;</p>

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Apart from James Bond, his other notable films include 'The Untouchables', 'The Rock' and 'Murder on the Orient Express'.</p>

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Connery gained a lot of applause throughout his career, he has earned an Academy Award, multiple Golden Globes.&nbsp;</p>


Legendary actor Sean Connery passed away on Saturday (October 31). The actor was 90. Sean was the first James Bond and of course, he is undoubtedly the greatest James Bond actor of all time.

Legendary actor Sean Connery passed away on Saturday (October 31). The actor was 90. Sean was the first James Bond and of course, he is undoubtedly the greatest James Bond actor of all time. The news of his death came as a shock to many celebrities. Current James Bond actor Daniel Craig issued a statement reacting to Connery's demise. RIP Sean Connery: James Bond actor who almost became a Manchester United player Praising his incredible journey as 007, the actor said on Saturday, ''Sir Sean Connery will be remembered as Bond and so much more. He defined an era and a style. The wit and charm he portrayed on screen could be measured in megawatts; he helped create the modern blockbuster. He will continue to influence actors and film-makers alike for years to come," his statement read. View this post on Instagram Statement from Daniel Craig: “It is with such sadness that I heard of the passing of one of the true greats of cinema. Sir Sean Connery will be remembered as Bond and so much more. He defined an era and a style. The wit and charm he portrayed on screen could be measured in mega watts; he helped create the modern blockbuster. He will continue to influence actors and film-makers alike for years to come. My thoughts are with his family and loved ones. Wherever he is, I hope there is a golf course.” A post shared by James Bond 007 (@007) on Oct 31, 2020 at 7:57am PDT × "My thoughts are with his family and loved ones. Wherever he is, I hope there is a golf course.'' From 'Dr. No' to 'Never Say Never Again', Sean Connery's iconic James Bond movies Connery started his career as 007 agents with the 1962 film 'Dr. No'. It was the first time world was introduced to the British spy who had a license to kill. From the first movie he continued to portray the character, in 'Russia With Love', 'Goldfinger', 'Thunderball', 'You Only Live Twice', 'Diamonds are Forever', and 'Never Say Never Again.' Remembering Sean Connery (1930-2020): Lesser known facts about the Hollywood legend Apart from James Bond, his other notable films include 'The Untouchables', 'The Rock' and 'Murder on the Orient Express'. 'No Time To Die' to 'Skyfall': 5 most expensive James Bond movies Connery gained a lot of applause throughout his career, he has earned an Academy Award, multiple Golden Globes.

Daniel Craig on Sean Connery's demise: 'Defined an era and a style'

<p>On Friday, Paris Hilton comes out and speak against the torture and abuse she said she suffered at a boarding school in Utah. The reality show star held a silent protest for the closure of the Provo Canyon School, the boarding school.&nbsp;<br />
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The protest was organized near the school at a park, along with several hundred others who suffered abuse at the same or similar schools.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I was blown away by the love &amp; support. You are all such incredible people in the survivor community. I admire your strength, bravery, resilience &amp; passion. And I love and stand with you all! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/iSeeYouSurvivor?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#iSeeYouSurvivor</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BreakingCodeSilence?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BreakingCodeSilence</a> 🙌 This is just the beginning!</p>
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<p>The 39-year-old star expressed her feeling in the series of tweets and how she was 'blown away' by the 'love &amp; support' she received.&nbsp;<br />
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''I was blown away by the love &amp; support,'' Paris began her tweet. ''You are all such incredible people in the survivor community. I admire your strength, bravery, resilience &amp; passion. And I love and stand with you all!'' she wrote.</p>

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<p>''This is just the beginning!' she continued. 'Yesterday was on one of the most empowering moments of my life!. Returning to the place that has haunted my nightmares since I was a teen. Being there surrounded by hundreds of other survivors who have all endured the same pain &amp; abuses that I have,'' she continued while sharing a video.&nbsp;<br />
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The heiress and other protestors wore black T-shirts printed with red letters, reading 'Survivor' on the back and 'Breaking code silent' on the front. The protest comes after her documentary, 'This Is Paris' 'in which she shared her troubled youth story. The documentary was released on Youtube.&nbsp;</p>


On Friday, Paris Hilton comes out and speak against the torture and abuse she said she suffered at a boarding school in Utah. The reality show star held a silent protest for the closure of the Provo Canyon School, the boarding school.

On Friday, Paris Hilton comes out and speak against the torture and abuse she said she suffered at a boarding school in Utah. The reality show star held a silent protest for the closure of the Provo Canyon School, the boarding school. The protest was organized near the school at a park, along with several hundred others who suffered abuse at the same or similar schools. I was blown away by the love & support. You are all such incredible people in the survivor community. I admire your strength, bravery, resilience & passion. And I love and stand with you all! #iSeeYouSurvivor #BreakingCodeSilence 🙌 This is just the beginning! — Paris Hilton (@ParisHilton) October 10, 2020 × The 39-year-old star expressed her feeling in the series of tweets and how she was 'blown away' by the 'love & support' she received. ''I was blown away by the love & support,'' Paris began her tweet. ''You are all such incredible people in the survivor community. I admire your strength, bravery, resilience & passion. And I love and stand with you all!'' she wrote. Yesterday was one of the most empowering moments of my life! Returning to the place that has haunted my nightmares since I was a teen. Being there surrounded by hundreds of other survivors who have all endured the same pain & abuses that I have. pic.twitter.com/IdtRf2xtuS — Paris Hilton (@ParisHilton) October 10, 2020 × ''This is just the beginning!' she continued. 'Yesterday was on one of the most empowering moments of my life!. Returning to the place that has haunted my nightmares since I was a teen. Being there surrounded by hundreds of other survivors who have all endured the same pain & abuses that I have,'' she continued while sharing a video. The heiress and other protestors wore black T-shirts printed with red letters, reading 'Survivor' on the back and 'Breaking code silent' on the front. The protest comes after her documentary, 'This Is Paris' 'in which she shared her troubled youth story. The documentary was released on Youtube.

Paris Hilton leads protests outside the school where she was abused, calls for closure

<p>London's Royal Opera House is to sell a 1970s painting by David Hockney as it seeks to raise cash to get through the COVID-19 pandemic, the worst crisis in its history.<br />
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Hockney`s Portrait of David Webster will be put up for auction at Christie's on Oct. 22. It is estimated to be worth between 11 and 18 million pounds ($14-$23 million), the auction house said.<br />
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"As we face the biggest crisis in our history, the sale of David Hockney's wonderful portrait of Sir David Webster is a vital part of our strategy for recovery," said Alex Beard, chief executive of the Royal Opera House, in a statement.<br />
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"The proceeds will be used to ensure that the world’s greatest artists can once more return to our stages." In common with other cultural venues across Britain and the world, the Royal Opera House was forced to shut in March as the first wave of the COVID-19 outbreak gathered pace, and has been unable to generate revenue since.<br />
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Christie's described the portrait by the octogenarian Hockney, considered one of the giants of British art in the 20th and 21st centuries, as "an extraordinary painting that perfectly captures the artist’s mastery of paint and flair for colour".<br />
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"The staging of this painting feels almost theatrical, which is of course a fitting tribute," said Katharine Arnold, the auction house`s co-head, Post-War and Contemporary Art Europe.<br />
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Webster, the painting's subject, ran the Royal Opera House from 1945 to 1970. Arnold described him as a visionary leader who helped to make the institution world class.<br />
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Beard said the sale was part of the opera house's four-pronged pandemic recovery plan, which included cost-cutting measures, fundraising from audiences, seeking government support, and realising value from assets.<br />
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He said the plan would allow the opera house to "sustain our community of artists through this period, and to ensure we can continue to delight audiences for decades to come with extraordinary ballet, dance, music and opera".</p>


London's Royal Opera House is to sell a 1970s painting by David Hockney as it seeks to raise cash to get through the COVID-19 pandemic, the worst crisis in its history.

London's Royal Opera House is to sell a 1970s painting by David Hockney as it seeks to raise cash to get through the COVID-19 pandemic, the worst crisis in its history. Hockney`s Portrait of David Webster will be put up for auction at Christie's on Oct. 22. It is estimated to be worth between 11 and 18 million pounds ($14-$23 million), the auction house said. "As we face the biggest crisis in our history, the sale of David Hockney's wonderful portrait of Sir David Webster is a vital part of our strategy for recovery," said Alex Beard, chief executive of the Royal Opera House, in a statement. "The proceeds will be used to ensure that the world’s greatest artists can once more return to our stages." In common with other cultural venues across Britain and the world, the Royal Opera House was forced to shut in March as the first wave of the COVID-19 outbreak gathered pace, and has been unable to generate revenue since. Christie's described the portrait by the octogenarian Hockney, considered one of the giants of British art in the 20th and 21st centuries, as "an extraordinary painting that perfectly captures the artist’s mastery of paint and flair for colour". "The staging of this painting feels almost theatrical, which is of course a fitting tribute," said Katharine Arnold, the auction house`s co-head, Post-War and Contemporary Art Europe. Webster, the painting's subject, ran the Royal Opera House from 1945 to 1970. Arnold described him as a visionary leader who helped to make the institution world class. Beard said the sale was part of the opera house's four-pronged pandemic recovery plan, which included cost-cutting measures, fundraising from audiences, seeking government support, and realising value from assets. He said the plan would allow the opera house to "sustain our community of artists through this period, and to ensure we can continue to delight audiences for decades to come with extraordinary ballet, dance, music and opera".

London's Royal Opera House to sell David Hockney painting to survive COVID crisis

<p>From Sao Paulo to Sweden, thousands of people around the world, including priests, police, ministers and frontline workers, have posted clips of themselves dancing to South African house song 'Jerusalema'.<br />
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With confirmed global coronavirus deaths nearing a grim milestone of one million, a vaccine still some time away and lockdowns and social distancing measures to curb the pandemic`s spread weighing on public life, the up-tempo gospel groove has provided a moment`s relief across borders and language barriers.<br />
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Yet 150 million YouTube views later, the song`s producer is still not sure why. Master KG told Reuters on Thursday he was in 'disbelief'. "Early this year, around January, I thought the song had reached its peak," said Master KG, real name Kgaogelo Moagi. "And then out of nowhere the song came back."</p>

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<p>The 'nowhere'&nbsp;was a group of Angolan friends, who posted themselves performing a self-invented dance routine to the song. In the video, a first group demonstrates the dance to another group, who interrupt their house chores to join-in.<br />
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From there the clip made its way to Portugal, the rest of Europe, the United States and South America under the #JerusalemaDanceChallenge tag, inspiring variations such as a group of Italian nuns in tunics and priests in robes, and nurses in full scrubs at a Swedish hospital doing the dance.<br />
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"(Now the song is) number one on Shazam. Being posted by Cristiano Ronaldo. Posted by Janet Jackson. Just a lot of amazing things. Things I`ve been dreaming of," Moagi said. In a televised address announcing the country was moving to the lowest level of lockdown restrictions, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa dared the entire nation to take the challenge.<br />
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Moagi said: "The music I make is for the people ... It's no longer my song, it`s a song for the world. It's healing them and I'm blessed and honoured by that." In Cape Town on Thursday at the studio where blockbusters like 'Pirates of the Caribbean' and 'Invictus'&nbsp;were filmed, actors and crew who have mostly been on furlough due the pandemic came to film a short feature on the dance craze.<br />
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Director Abongwe Booi said the dance challenge was good fun but also a chance to highlight the struggles of the film industry. "So many people have been out of work and they haven`t had a chance to come together. For us to do this on a day like Heritage Day is amazing," Booi said, referring to Thursday`s public holiday which celebrates South African heritage and cultural diversity.</p>


From Sao Paulo to Sweden, thousands of people around the world, including priests, police, ministers and frontline workers, have posted clips of themselves dancing to South African house song 'Jerusalema'.

From Sao Paulo to Sweden, thousands of people around the world, including priests, police, ministers and frontline workers, have posted clips of themselves dancing to South African house song 'Jerusalema'. With confirmed global coronavirus deaths nearing a grim milestone of one million, a vaccine still some time away and lockdowns and social distancing measures to curb the pandemic`s spread weighing on public life, the up-tempo gospel groove has provided a moment`s relief across borders and language barriers. Yet 150 million YouTube views later, the song`s producer is still not sure why. Master KG told Reuters on Thursday he was in 'disbelief'. "Early this year, around January, I thought the song had reached its peak," said Master KG, real name Kgaogelo Moagi. "And then out of nowhere the song came back." The 'nowhere' was a group of Angolan friends, who posted themselves performing a self-invented dance routine to the song. In the video, a first group demonstrates the dance to another group, who interrupt their house chores to join-in. From there the clip made its way to Portugal, the rest of Europe, the United States and South America under the #JerusalemaDanceChallenge tag, inspiring variations such as a group of Italian nuns in tunics and priests in robes, and nurses in full scrubs at a Swedish hospital doing the dance. "(Now the song is) number one on Shazam. Being posted by Cristiano Ronaldo. Posted by Janet Jackson. Just a lot of amazing things. Things I`ve been dreaming of," Moagi said. In a televised address announcing the country was moving to the lowest level of lockdown restrictions, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa dared the entire nation to take the challenge. Moagi said: "The music I make is for the people ... It's no longer my song, it`s a song for the world. It's healing them and I'm blessed and honoured by that." In Cape Town on Thursday at the studio where blockbusters like 'Pirates of the Caribbean' and 'Invictus' were filmed, actors and crew who have mostly been on furlough due the pandemic came to film a short feature on the dance craze. Director Abongwe Booi said the dance challenge was good fun but also a chance to highlight the struggles of the film industry. "So many people have been out of work and they haven`t had a chance to come together. For us to do this on a day like Heritage Day is amazing," Booi said, referring to Thursday`s public holiday which celebrates South African heritage and cultural diversity.

South African hit 'Jerusalema' inspires people worldwide to shake off COVID-19 blues

<p>Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas on Sunday treated her fans to an adorable selfie with her furry friend.The 'Baywatch'&nbsp;actor posted a selfie with her German shepherd dog on Instagram.<br />
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In the photograph, Chopra is seen while Gino resting his head over the 'Dostana'&nbsp;actor's arm in what seems to be a poolside snap.</p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CExl55ujr-E/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">My lil big boy! @ginothegerman ❤️</a></p>

<p style=" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;">A post shared by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/priyankachopra/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px;" target="_blank"> Priyanka Chopra Jonas</a> (@priyankachopra) on <time datetime="2020-09-06T00:25:03+00:00" style=" font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px;">Sep 5, 2020 at 5:25pm PDT</time></p>
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<p>The actor can be&nbsp;seen in a chunky white-rimmed sunglasses and a black two-piece bikini."My lil big boy! @ginothegerman," the `Mary Kom` actor captioned the picture.Priyanka's singer-husband Nick Jonas along with over 1 lakh fans hit the like button on the picture.<br />
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The 'sn't It Romantic' actor has 3 dogs--Gino, Diana and the latest addition to the family `Panda`.Priyanka and Nick Jonas` furry friends have their own separate Instagram accounts, each with thousands of followers.</p>


Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas on Sunday treated her fans to an adorable selfie with her furry friend.The 'Baywatch' actor posted a selfie with her German shepherd dog on Instagram.

Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas on Sunday treated her fans to an adorable selfie with her furry friend.The 'Baywatch' actor posted a selfie with her German shepherd dog on Instagram. In the photograph, Chopra is seen while Gino resting his head over the 'Dostana' actor's arm in what seems to be a poolside snap. View this post on Instagram My lil big boy! @ginothegerman ❤️ A post shared by Priyanka Chopra Jonas (@priyankachopra) on Sep 5, 2020 at 5:25pm PDT × The actor can be seen in a chunky white-rimmed sunglasses and a black two-piece bikini."My lil big boy! @ginothegerman," the `Mary Kom` actor captioned the picture.Priyanka's singer-husband Nick Jonas along with over 1 lakh fans hit the like button on the picture. One user commented, "So adorable omg''. "Pretty," noted another user in the comments section. The 'sn't It Romantic' actor has 3 dogs--Gino, Diana and the latest addition to the family `Panda`.Priyanka and Nick Jonas` furry friends have their own separate Instagram accounts, each with thousands of followers.

Priyanka Chopra shares adorable selfie with her 'Lil Big Boy'

<p>On Friday, Sushant Singh Rajput fans rushed to Disney+ Hotstar, at sharp 7:30 PM to watch the actor's last film. '<a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/dil-bechara-review-sushant-singh-rajput-makes-you-celebrate-life-in-his-final-film-315826">Dil Bechara'</a> premiered on the OTT platform and created history as it became the biggest opener on the digital platform. With millions of people login for the digital, the site even crashed temporarily.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A day later, on Saturday,&nbsp; the official Twitter handle of Disney+ Hotstar tweeted, ''A film that will always be etched in the hearts of all Bollywood fans. Your love has made Dil Bechara the biggest movie opening. Ever''.</p>

<p>The streaming platforms didn't share the viewership numbers.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">A film that will always be etched in the hearts of all Bollywood fans. Your love has made Dil Bechara the biggest movie opening. Ever. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DisneyPlusHotstar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DisneyPlusHotstar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Lovebreaksrecords?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Lovebreaksrecords</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DilBechara?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DilBechara</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DisneyPlusHotstarMultiplex?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DisneyPlusHotstarMultiplex</a> <a href="https://t.co/dwrnmumjVd">pic.twitter.com/dwrnmumjVd</a></p>
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<p>Since the movie has been released, the actor's fans can't control their feeling for the actor and have been flooding social media with the actor's dialogues and his stills from the movie, that led to #DilBecharaCreatesHistory, #DilBechaara&nbsp;trend on Twitter continuously.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">From "Manav" to "Manny".. He won's everyone's Heart.❤️ A journey of real superstar. ✨<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DilBecharaCreatesHistory?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DilBecharaCreatesHistory</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SushantInOurHeartsForever?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SushantInOurHeartsForever</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DilBechaara?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DilBechaara</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SushantSingRajput?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SushantSingRajput</a> ❤️💔 <a href="https://t.co/hgRaGMQ57J">pic.twitter.com/hgRaGMQ57J</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I woke up with this news that <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DilBechara?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DilBechara</a> release, the film has supposedly broken all records with its IMDB rating!<br />
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<p>The film is based on the relationship between two terminally ill patients. Directed by Mukesh Chhabra, the film co-stars newcomer Sanjana Sanghi, Saswata Chatterjee, and Swastika Mukherjee. The film also features Saif Ali Khan in a cameo role.</p>


On Friday, Sushant Singh Rajput fans rushed to Disney+ Hotstar, at sharp 7:30 PM to watch the actor's last film. 'Dil Bechara' premiered on the OTT platform and created history as it became the biggest opener on the digital platform.

On Friday, Sushant Singh Rajput fans rushed to Disney+ Hotstar, at sharp 7:30 PM to watch the actor's last film. 'Dil Bechara' premiered on the OTT platform and created history as it became the biggest opener on the digital platform. With millions of people login for the digital, the site even crashed temporarily. A day later, on Saturday, the official Twitter handle of Disney+ Hotstar tweeted, ''A film that will always be etched in the hearts of all Bollywood fans. Your love has made Dil Bechara the biggest movie opening. Ever''. The streaming platforms didn't share the viewership numbers. A film that will always be etched in the hearts of all Bollywood fans. Your love has made Dil Bechara the biggest movie opening. Ever. #DisneyPlusHotstar #Lovebreaksrecords#DilBechara #DisneyPlusHotstarMultiplex pic.twitter.com/dwrnmumjVd — Disney+ Hotstar (@DisneyPlusHS) July 25, 2020 × Since the movie has been released, the actor's fans can't control their feeling for the actor and have been flooding social media with the actor's dialogues and his stills from the movie, that led to #DilBecharaCreatesHistory, #DilBechaara trend on Twitter continuously. The World is not fair and often fools, coward, liars and the selfish hide in high places. Don't know for how long people will remember him.@itsSSR @Swamy39 @KanganaTeam @msdhoni @RajatSharmaLive@PMOIndia#DilBecharaCreatesHistory #SushanthSinghRajput #Mentalhealth is important pic.twitter.com/eGXubBf5re — Anna (@Nationalistanna) July 25, 2020 × None other than #SSR #SushantSingRajput #DilBecharaCreatesHistory #DilBechaara pic.twitter.com/pN0zqJR3Zj — Poll League 📊 (@PollLeague) July 25, 2020 × From "Manav" to "Manny".. He won's everyone's Heart.❤️ A journey of real superstar. ✨#DilBecharaCreatesHistory #SushantInOurHeartsForever #DilBechaara #SushantSingRajput ❤️💔 pic.twitter.com/hgRaGMQ57J — अंकिता😇❤️ (@AvcharAnkita) July 25, 2020 × I woke up with this news that #DilBechara release, the film has supposedly broken all records with its IMDB rating! I've given my rating 10/10 🌟 Hope you're at peace and happy now in heaven. We miss you so much, Sushant ❤#DilBecharaCreatesHistory #DilBecharaDay pic.twitter.com/bD2ZxPDVMj — ravia (@Raviaaaaaaa) July 25, 2020 × The film is based on the relationship between two terminally ill patients. Directed by Mukesh Chhabra, the film co-stars newcomer Sanjana Sanghi, Saswata Chatterjee, and Swastika Mukherjee. The film also features Saif Ali Khan in a cameo role.

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<p>'Finding Freedom', a bombshell biography about Harry and Meghan Markle keeps on making the headlines. The book has revealed the life of the couple, while they were royals and the difficulties between the Royal Family around the time of the <a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/nice-to-be-back-says-meghan-markle-as-she-glows-in-electric-blue-in-first-public-appearance-post-megxit-284667">Megxit</a>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The biography has&nbsp;been written by Omid Scobie and Carolyn Durand on their own experiences as members of the royal press and their reporting.</p>

<p>The former Royal couple has not contributed to the book. The excerpt from the book made stunning claims of the royal couples, and how their relationship become so bitter in the month of &nbsp;March, that the Sussexes and the Cambridges were barely speaking.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/harry-meghan-markle-distance-themselves-from-upcoming-book-on-time-in-royal-family-315868" hreflang="en">Harry, Meghan Markle distance themselves from upcoming book on time in royal family</a></p>

<p>The couples hardly spoke to each other at the <a href="http://13.235.153.162/world/prince-harry-and-meghan-make-last-official-royal-appearance-at-westminster-abbey-285347">Commonwealth Service at Westminster Abbey</a> despite not having seen each other since January. This year, Meghan and Harry were removed from the line-up, &nbsp;of senior royals who entered the church with the Queen. The decision had been made without their consultation, and they were informed long after the 2,000 orders of service had been printed for guests, with their names notably were absent.&nbsp;<br />
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<p>The book further added Kate and William agreed to take their seats at the same time as the Meghan and Harry and the other Royal members, However, the book says, "If we go by their looks, the Cambridges were unhappy with the decision. While Sussexes greeted William and Kate with smiles, the Cambridges showed little response.&nbsp;<br />
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''Harry,' William nodded, ignoring Meghan,". As we see in the photos, William and Kate had their backs against Meghan and Harry as Kate was &nbsp;"only turning around to chat with Prince Edward and Sophie, next to the Sussexes. Although Meghan tried to make eye contact with the duchess and she barely acknowledged her."&nbsp;<br />
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The book revealed that ''one senior Royal referred to Meghan as 'Harry's showgirl' and another observed that she 'comes with a lot of baggage'.</p>

<p>The book claims that William and Harry barely spoke for several months after the alleged 'that girl' comment and that Kate did little to bridge the gap with Meghan because they were 'not the best of friends'.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>In pics:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/photos/harry-and-meghan-markles-long-standing-fued-with-the-media-293579" hreflang="en">Harry and Meghan Markle's long standing fued with the media</a><br />
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It also suggests that Meghan felt her treatment by some Palace staff was 'sexist and prejudiced' and that as a 'successful woman of color' she was labeled 'demanding'.&nbsp;</p>


'Finding Freedom', a bombshell biography about Harry and Meghan Markle keeps on making the headlines. The book has revealed the life of the couple, while they were royals and the difficulties between the Royal Family around the time of the Megxit.

'Finding Freedom', a bombshell biography about Harry and Meghan Markle keeps on making the headlines. The book has revealed the life of the couple, while they were royals and the difficulties between the Royal Family around the time of the Megxit. The biography has been written by Omid Scobie and Carolyn Durand on their own experiences as members of the royal press and their reporting. The former Royal couple has not contributed to the book. The excerpt from the book made stunning claims of the royal couples, and how their relationship become so bitter in the month of March, that the Sussexes and the Cambridges were barely speaking. Also read: Harry, Meghan Markle distance themselves from upcoming book on time in royal family The couples hardly spoke to each other at the Commonwealth Service at Westminster Abbey despite not having seen each other since January. This year, Meghan and Harry were removed from the line-up, of senior royals who entered the church with the Queen. The decision had been made without their consultation, and they were informed long after the 2,000 orders of service had been printed for guests, with their names notably were absent. Also read: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle sue paparazzi to protect son Archie's right to privacy The book further added Kate and William agreed to take their seats at the same time as the Meghan and Harry and the other Royal members, However, the book says, "If we go by their looks, the Cambridges were unhappy with the decision. While Sussexes greeted William and Kate with smiles, the Cambridges showed little response. ''Harry,' William nodded, ignoring Meghan,". As we see in the photos, William and Kate had their backs against Meghan and Harry as Kate was "only turning around to chat with Prince Edward and Sophie, next to the Sussexes. Although Meghan tried to make eye contact with the duchess and she barely acknowledged her." Also read: Prince Harry, Meghan Markle to close their Sussex Royal charity officially The book revealed that ''one senior Royal referred to Meghan as 'Harry's showgirl' and another observed that she 'comes with a lot of baggage'. The book claims that William and Harry barely spoke for several months after the alleged 'that girl' comment and that Kate did little to bridge the gap with Meghan because they were 'not the best of friends'. In pics: Harry and Meghan Markle's long standing fued with the media It also suggests that Meghan felt her treatment by some Palace staff was 'sexist and prejudiced' and that as a 'successful woman of color' she was labeled 'demanding'.

'Finding Freedom': Meghan Markle and Prince Harry biography reveals tensions in the Royal Family

<p>Taylor Swift always manages to break the record, as this time with her surprise announcement of album titled&nbsp;'<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/watch-taylor-swift-first-song-cardigan-from-album-folklore-315881">Folklore'</a>, she has sold more than 1.3 million copies globally in just 24 hours, according to Republic Records.<br />
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According to the announcement, the album also broke the global record for first-day album streams on Spotify by a female artist with 80.6 million streams, and also delivered ''the most-streamed pop album on Apple Music in 24 hours'' with 35.47 million streams.</p>

<p>The surprise project has already been making waves among critics and has praised Swift’s songwriting.</p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CDAsU8BDzLt/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">In isolation my imagination has run wild and this album is the result, a collection of songs and stories that flowed like a stream of consciousness. Picking up a pen was my way of escaping into fantasy, history, and memory. I’ve told these stories to the best of my ability with all the love, wonder, and whimsy they deserve. Now it’s up to you to pass them down. folklore is out now. 📷: Beth Garrabrant</a></p>

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<p>Swift announced the surprise album on Thursday, and it was released worldwide hours later. By dropping the single on Friday(24 July), the songstress wrote, ''Most of the things I had planned this summer didn’t end up happening, but there is something I hadn’t planned on that DID happen,". "And that thing is my 8th studio album''. "poured all of my whims, dreams, fears, and musings into" each song, Swift added.&nbsp;</p>

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The album is the Swift's first album since, 2019 'Lover' album. The 16 track album was created in the pandemic by the singer.&nbsp;</p>


Taylor Swift always manages to break the record, as this time with her surprise announcement of album titled 'Folklore', she has sold more than 1.3 million copies globally in just 24 hours, according to Republic Records.

Taylor Swift always manages to break the record, as this time with her surprise announcement of album titled 'Folklore', she has sold more than 1.3 million copies globally in just 24 hours, according to Republic Records. According to the announcement, the album also broke the global record for first-day album streams on Spotify by a female artist with 80.6 million streams, and also delivered ''the most-streamed pop album on Apple Music in 24 hours'' with 35.47 million streams. The surprise project has already been making waves among critics and has praised Swift’s songwriting. View this post on Instagram In isolation my imagination has run wild and this album is the result, a collection of songs and stories that flowed like a stream of consciousness. Picking up a pen was my way of escaping into fantasy, history, and memory. I’ve told these stories to the best of my ability with all the love, wonder, and whimsy they deserve. Now it’s up to you to pass them down. folklore is out now. 📷: Beth Garrabrant A post shared by Taylor Swift (@taylorswift) on Jul 23, 2020 at 9:06pm PDT × Swift announced the surprise album on Thursday, and it was released worldwide hours later. By dropping the single on Friday(24 July), the songstress wrote, ''Most of the things I had planned this summer didn’t end up happening, but there is something I hadn’t planned on that DID happen,". "And that thing is my 8th studio album''. "poured all of my whims, dreams, fears, and musings into" each song, Swift added. In pics: Timeline of Kanye West and Taylor Swift's decade-long feud The album is the Swift's first album since, 2019 'Lover' album. The 16 track album was created in the pandemic by the singer.

Taylor Swift’s ‘Folklore’ breaks first day streaming record, sells 1.3 million copies in 24 hours

<p>In a first in over 10 years, the Venice Film Festival is set to open with an Italian film `Lacci`, helmed by film director Daniele Luchetti.<br />
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According to a magazine, the last instance when an Italian film inaugurated the festival was in 2009, where Giuseppe Tornatore's 'Baaria' kicked off the fest. Openers in recent years have all been largely US or European offerings.</p>

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<p>The 2019 opening film was Hirokazu Kore-eda`s Catherine Deneuve-starrer 'The Truth'.&nbsp;The year prior, it was Damien Chazelle's Ryan Gosling-fronted 'First Man',&nbsp;and in 2017, Venice opened with Alexander Payne's 'Downsizing'.<br />
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Given the restrictions placed on international travel, raising the curtains on the 2020 fest with a domestic offering was largely expected. It virtually guarantees one of the first major red carpet events in months.</p>

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Venice runs from September 2 to 12 and will be the first major international film event to hold a physical edition amid the coronavirus crisis. The fest's line-up is set to be announced Tuesday (July 28), and though reduced, organisers have promised it will be substantial.<br />
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The festival's official selection will consist of 50-55 feature films, roughly 20 of which will screen in the main competition, called Venezia 77. The rest of the titles will launch either in the Horizons section, dedicated to edgier fare or in the Lido's Out of Competition section.<br />
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Currently, travel into Italy is allowed from within Europe, including the UK, and open to a few third-party countries such as Australia, Canada, South Korea and New Zealand. There is a ban in place for the U.S., though it`s expected to lift by July 31.</p>


In a first in over 10 years, the Venice Film Festival is set to open with an Italian film `Lacci`, helmed by film director Daniele Luchetti. According to a magazine, the last instance when an Italian film inaugurated the festival was in 2009, where Giuseppe Tornatore's 'Baaria' kicked off the fest.

In a first in over 10 years, the Venice Film Festival is set to open with an Italian film `Lacci`, helmed by film director Daniele Luchetti. According to a magazine, the last instance when an Italian film inaugurated the festival was in 2009, where Giuseppe Tornatore's 'Baaria' kicked off the fest. Openers in recent years have all been largely US or European offerings. Also read: Leslie Jones to host Emmy 2020 nominations announcement ceremony The 2019 opening film was Hirokazu Kore-eda`s Catherine Deneuve-starrer 'The Truth'. The year prior, it was Damien Chazelle's Ryan Gosling-fronted 'First Man', and in 2017, Venice opened with Alexander Payne's 'Downsizing'. Given the restrictions placed on international travel, raising the curtains on the 2020 fest with a domestic offering was largely expected. It virtually guarantees one of the first major red carpet events in months. Also read: Amazon gets Paramount's ‘Without Remorse’ starring Michael B. Jordan Venice runs from September 2 to 12 and will be the first major international film event to hold a physical edition amid the coronavirus crisis. The fest's line-up is set to be announced Tuesday (July 28), and though reduced, organisers have promised it will be substantial. The festival's official selection will consist of 50-55 feature films, roughly 20 of which will screen in the main competition, called Venezia 77. The rest of the titles will launch either in the Horizons section, dedicated to edgier fare or in the Lido's Out of Competition section. Currently, travel into Italy is allowed from within Europe, including the UK, and open to a few third-party countries such as Australia, Canada, South Korea and New Zealand. There is a ban in place for the U.S., though it`s expected to lift by July 31.

Venice Film Festival to open with Italian film 'Lacci' from Daniele Luchetti

<p>Actor Deepika Padukone celebrated eight years of her hit film 'Cocktail'&nbsp;on Monday by changing her Instagram and Twitter names to `Veronica`, the character she portrayed in the film.</p>

<p><strong>In pics:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/now-that-kangana-ranaut-gets-a-manikarnika-doll-check-out-other-celebs-and-their-doll-avatars-312342" hreflang="en">Now that Kangana Ranaut gets a 'Manikarnika' doll, check out other celebs and their doll avatars</a></p>

<p>The 34-year-old actor also changed her profile picture on the two social media platforms to her iconic first look from the movie. Padukone's introductory look in the film featured her partying in a dazzling black and bronze-coloured dress as Yo Yo Honey Singh and Gippy Grewal's peppy number 'Angreji Beat'&nbsp;was played in the background.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, Padukone's co-star from the film, Diana Penty, also celebrated the moment with a special Instagram post featuring stills and video clips from 'Cocktail'."Where it all began... thank you #DineshVijan @homster @deepikapadukone #SaifAliKhan @boman_irani #DimpleKapadia for giving me one of the best experiences of my life #8YearsOfCocktail," she wrote in the caption.</p>

<p>The Homi Adjania directorial featured Padukone, Penty and Saif Ali Khan in lead roles. The romantic-drama revolved around a bitter-sweet relationship between the trio which ends into a love triangle. Released in 2012, the film continues to win hearts with its saga of romance and friendship.&nbsp;</p>


Actor Deepika Padukone celebrated eight years of her hit film 'Cocktail' on Monday by changing her Instagram and Twitter names to `Veronica`, the character she portrayed in the film.

Actor Deepika Padukone celebrated eight years of her hit film 'Cocktail' on Monday by changing her Instagram and Twitter names to `Veronica`, the character she portrayed in the film. In pics: Now that Kangana Ranaut gets a 'Manikarnika' doll, check out other celebs and their doll avatars The 34-year-old actor also changed her profile picture on the two social media platforms to her iconic first look from the movie. Padukone's introductory look in the film featured her partying in a dazzling black and bronze-coloured dress as Yo Yo Honey Singh and Gippy Grewal's peppy number 'Angreji Beat' was played in the background. View this post on Instagram Often I’m asked if there is a moment I would like to relive...The answer is YES!🎉 #8YearsOfCocktail A post shared by Veronica (@deepikapadukone) on Jul 13, 2020 at 3:49am PDT × Meanwhile, Padukone's co-star from the film, Diana Penty, also celebrated the moment with a special Instagram post featuring stills and video clips from 'Cocktail'."Where it all began... thank you #DineshVijan @homster @deepikapadukone #SaifAliKhan @boman_irani #DimpleKapadia for giving me one of the best experiences of my life #8YearsOfCocktail," she wrote in the caption. The Homi Adjania directorial featured Padukone, Penty and Saif Ali Khan in lead roles. The romantic-drama revolved around a bitter-sweet relationship between the trio which ends into a love triangle. Released in 2012, the film continues to win hearts with its saga of romance and friendship.

Deepika Padukone changes her Instagram, Twitter names to 'Veronica' as 'Cocktail' completes 8 years

<p>American comedian DL Hughley confirmed that he has tested positive for coronavirus.</p>

<p>On Friday, the stand-up comedian collapsed on stage during his show at Zanies Comedy Club after which he was taken to the hospital in Nashville.&nbsp;<br />
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The 57-year-old took to his Instagram handle and thanked healthcare staff for taking good care of him, "When I came I was being treated for extreme exhaustion and dehydration ... but it turns out they ran a battery of tests and I also tested positive for COVID-19, which blew me away. I was what they call asymptomatic, I am going back to my hotel room to quarantine for 14 days and well, thank you for our prayers and your good wishes and a few more of them wouldn't hurt."</p>

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<p>According to the news agency, while performing Friday night at Zanies Comedy Club before a sold-out crowd, the 57-year-old actor suddenly struggled to speak before going limp. His manager rushed to catch him before he fell off his seat entirely, but he needed help to carry Hughley offstage. Video show Hughley struggling to speak prior to his collapse. &nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">DL Hughley passed out during his stand-up show at Zanies Nashville tonight. Prayers up for him! <a href="https://t.co/qoE1CzbqHf">pic.twitter.com/qoE1CzbqHf</a></p>
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<p>Hughley is also an actor, author and radio and television host. He was starred in Spike Lee’s 2000 concert film, 'The Original Kings of Comedy.&nbsp;</p>


American comedian DL Hughley confirmed that he has tested positive for coronavirus. On Friday, the stand-up comedian collapsed on stage during his show at Zanies Comedy Club after which he was taken to the hospital in Nashville.

American comedian DL Hughley confirmed that he has tested positive for coronavirus. On Friday, the stand-up comedian collapsed on stage during his show at Zanies Comedy Club after which he was taken to the hospital in Nashville. The 57-year-old took to his Instagram handle and thanked healthcare staff for taking good care of him, "When I came I was being treated for extreme exhaustion and dehydration ... but it turns out they ran a battery of tests and I also tested positive for COVID-19, which blew me away. I was what they call asymptomatic, I am going back to my hotel room to quarantine for 14 days and well, thank you for our prayers and your good wishes and a few more of them wouldn't hurt." View this post on Instagram A post shared by realdlhughley (@realdlhughley) on Jun 20, 2020 at 6:32pm PDT × According to the news agency, while performing Friday night at Zanies Comedy Club before a sold-out crowd, the 57-year-old actor suddenly struggled to speak before going limp. His manager rushed to catch him before he fell off his seat entirely, but he needed help to carry Hughley offstage. Video show Hughley struggling to speak prior to his collapse. DL Hughley passed out during his stand-up show at Zanies Nashville tonight. Prayers up for him! pic.twitter.com/qoE1CzbqHf — Brooks Golightly (@brooklynluv) June 20, 2020 × Hughley is also an actor, author and radio and television host. He was starred in Spike Lee’s 2000 concert film, 'The Original Kings of Comedy.

Comedian DL Hughley diagnosed with COVID 19 after collapsing on stage

<p>Actor Sonam Kapoor is all gaga over hubby Anand Ahuja as the couple celebrate their second wedding anniversary.<br />
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The 'Saawariya'&nbsp;actor put out on Instagram her first picture with 'compassionate, generous, moody'&nbsp;Anand.<br />
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In the affectionate moment captured on camera, Sonam is seen pecking a kiss at husband Anand`s cheek as he makes a rather goofy face.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/main-hoon-na-completes-16-years-shah-rukh-khan-calls-it-comeback-of-sorts-297342" hreflang="en">'Main Hoon Na' completes 16 years, Shah Rukh Khan calls it 'comeback of sorts'</a></p>

<p>In what could well be quite a revelation, Sonam wrote, "Our first picture together.. 4 years ago today I met a vegan who could do complicated yoga positions and speak about retail and business with the same ease. I found him unbelievably cool and sexy., he still makes my heart race and grounds me at the same time. Nothing compares to you @anandahuja, your compassion, kindness, generosity and smarts are incredibly attractive but so is your moodiness and your annoying perfectionism."<br />
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Marking four years of togetherness with her beloved husband, the 'Veere Di Wedding'&nbsp;star described the four years with Anand as 'most fulfilling'.</p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B_6TSsxFQ_c/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">Our first picture together.. 4 years ago today I met a vegan who could do complicated yoga positions and speak about retail and business with the same ease. I found him unbelievably cool and sexy., he still makes my heart race and grounds me at the same time. Nothing compares to you @anandahuja , your compassion, kindness, generosity and smarts are incredibly attractive but so is your moodiness and your annoying perfectionism. Thank you for being my partner and standing besides me for these 4 years. They have been my most fulfilling. Happy happy anniversary husband. I’m soo thrilled I get to keep you for the rest of my life. I love you the most and I know you love me the best and the most. That I promise you is the greatest gift I’ve ever received. ❤️ #everydayphenomenal</a></p>

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<p>"Thank you for being my partner and standing beside me for these 4 years. They have been my most fulfilling. Happy happy anniversary husband. I'm soo thrilled I get to keep you for the rest of my life. I love you the most and I know you love me the best and the most. That I promise you is the greatest gift I`ve ever received. [?] #everydayphenomenal," the actor wrote while pouring her heart out.</p>

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Celebrity followers including Nick Jonas were quick to like the sweet post platform that garnered more than 77k likes within half-an-hour of being posted.<br />
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Sonam got married to businessman Anand Ahuja on May 8 two years ago in an Anand Karaj ceremony, later followed by a star-studded reception.<br />
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Came to bless the couple were Bollywood stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Varun Dhawan, Ranveer Singh, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Alia Bhatt and Kareena K</p>


Actor Sonam Kapoor is all gaga over hubby Anand Ahuja as the couple celebrate their second wedding anniversary. The 'Saawariya' actor put out on Instagram her first picture with 'compassionate, generous, moody' Anand.

Actor Sonam Kapoor is all gaga over hubby Anand Ahuja as the couple celebrate their second wedding anniversary. The 'Saawariya' actor put out on Instagram her first picture with 'compassionate, generous, moody' Anand. In the affectionate moment captured on camera, Sonam is seen pecking a kiss at husband Anand`s cheek as he makes a rather goofy face. Also read: 'Main Hoon Na' completes 16 years, Shah Rukh Khan calls it 'comeback of sorts' In what could well be quite a revelation, Sonam wrote, "Our first picture together.. 4 years ago today I met a vegan who could do complicated yoga positions and speak about retail and business with the same ease. I found him unbelievably cool and sexy., he still makes my heart race and grounds me at the same time. Nothing compares to you @anandahuja, your compassion, kindness, generosity and smarts are incredibly attractive but so is your moodiness and your annoying perfectionism." Marking four years of togetherness with her beloved husband, the 'Veere Di Wedding' star described the four years with Anand as 'most fulfilling'. View this post on Instagram Our first picture together.. 4 years ago today I met a vegan who could do complicated yoga positions and speak about retail and business with the same ease. I found him unbelievably cool and sexy., he still makes my heart race and grounds me at the same time. Nothing compares to you @anandahuja , your compassion, kindness, generosity and smarts are incredibly attractive but so is your moodiness and your annoying perfectionism. Thank you for being my partner and standing besides me for these 4 years. They have been my most fulfilling. Happy happy anniversary husband. I’m soo thrilled I get to keep you for the rest of my life. I love you the most and I know you love me the best and the most. That I promise you is the greatest gift I’ve ever received. ❤️ #everydayphenomenal A post shared by Sonam K Ahuja (@sonamkapoor) on May 7, 2020 at 7:58pm PDT × "Thank you for being my partner and standing beside me for these 4 years. They have been my most fulfilling. Happy happy anniversary husband. I'm soo thrilled I get to keep you for the rest of my life. I love you the most and I know you love me the best and the most. That I promise you is the greatest gift I`ve ever received. [?] #everydayphenomenal," the actor wrote while pouring her heart out. Also read: Jimmy Sheirgill regrets not meeting Irrfan Khan in past few years; check post Celebrity followers including Nick Jonas were quick to like the sweet post platform that garnered more than 77k likes within half-an-hour of being posted. Sonam got married to businessman Anand Ahuja on May 8 two years ago in an Anand Karaj ceremony, later followed by a star-studded reception. Came to bless the couple were Bollywood stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Varun Dhawan, Ranveer Singh, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Alia Bhatt and Kareena K

On second wedding anniversary, Sonam Kapoor shares her first ever picture with husband

<p>This is a time when the pandemic has brought&nbsp;the world to a standstill. The entertainment industry is not far from &nbsp;it as films and productions get cancelled or delayed.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Cricketer-turned-filmmaker Ravi Bhagchandka opened up on what the industry will face after the pandemic is over.&nbsp;</p>

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Bhagchandka says it might be difficult, if not impossible, for some time to come. "I find it very hard to imagine that any producer would invest in taking a crew abroad when there are likely to be major impediments to travelling internationally. Not just that, the fear of the virus still being active in different parts of the world is a concern that most producers are likely to have till a cure is found for the Coronavirus." &nbsp;<br />
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Ravi founded his production house 200 Not Out Cinemas (P) Ltd and produced 'Sachin: A Billion Dreams', under the banner which showcased the life and journey of stellar cricketer&nbsp;Sachin Tendulkar.</p>

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He said,&nbsp;"The reason why a large number of films had been shot abroad is that foreign countries offer attractive incentives and subsidies for films to be shot there. For an aspirational Indian audience, these foreign locations make the film look even exotic and richer in look and feel. But now scripts would have to be rewritten and the foreign locations under consideration will have to be reevaluated."</p>

<p><strong>In pics:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/the-challenges-of-being-in-self-isolation-celebrity-edition-292241" hreflang="en">The challenges of being in self-isolation- celebrity edition</a><br />
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The director is currently developing the Hindi adaptation to George McCutcheon’s 1902 book, Brewster's Millions. The script by Balwinder Singh Janjua is ready and Bhagchandka is looking for a director and cast.&nbsp;</p>


This is a time when the pandemic has brought the world to a standstill. The entertainment industry is not far from it as films and productions get cancelled or delayed.

This is a time when the pandemic has brought the world to a standstill. The entertainment industry is not far from it as films and productions get cancelled or delayed. In pics: The Godfather' to 'Forrest Gump': Here's your Hollywood nostalgia binge guide Cricketer-turned-filmmaker Ravi Bhagchandka opened up on what the industry will face after the pandemic is over. Also read: When Ramayana's Sita aka Dipika Chikhlia, met with LK Advani and PM Modi Bhagchandka says it might be difficult, if not impossible, for some time to come. "I find it very hard to imagine that any producer would invest in taking a crew abroad when there are likely to be major impediments to travelling internationally. Not just that, the fear of the virus still being active in different parts of the world is a concern that most producers are likely to have till a cure is found for the Coronavirus." Ravi founded his production house 200 Not Out Cinemas (P) Ltd and produced 'Sachin: A Billion Dreams', under the banner which showcased the life and journey of stellar cricketer Sachin Tendulkar. Also read: Leonardo DiCaprio offers a date on Martin Scorsese's film set as part of charity challenge; Ellen Degeneres pledges $1 million in support He said, "The reason why a large number of films had been shot abroad is that foreign countries offer attractive incentives and subsidies for films to be shot there. For an aspirational Indian audience, these foreign locations make the film look even exotic and richer in look and feel. But now scripts would have to be rewritten and the foreign locations under consideration will have to be reevaluated." In pics: The challenges of being in self-isolation- celebrity edition The director is currently developing the Hindi adaptation to George McCutcheon’s 1902 book, Brewster's Millions. The script by Balwinder Singh Janjua is ready and Bhagchandka is looking for a director and cast.

'Sachin: A Billion Dreams' producer Ravi Bhagchandka opens up on post-pandemic effects

<p>Walt Disney Co said on Wednesday that Disney+ has attracted more than 50 million paid users, with 8 million of them coming from India where the video streaming service was rolled out last week.</p>

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Rival Netflix Inc, which has services available in over 190 countries, has nearly 167 million paid subscribers globally as of its last reported quarter.<br />
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The coronavirus pandemic, and the resulting move across the world towards working from home, has driven a boom in usage of online gaming, streaming and communications.</p>

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Disney+ was rolled out in eight European countries, including the UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland, in the last two weeks, the company said. It was launched in the United States in November.<br />
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The service is available in India in conjunction with the Hotstar streaming platform, which was acquired as part of Disney`s $71 billion purchase of Twenty-First Century Fox in 2019.</p>


Walt Disney Co said on Wednesday that Disney+ has attracted more than 50 million paid users, with 8 million of them coming from India where the video streaming service was rolled out last week.

Walt Disney Co said on Wednesday that Disney+ has attracted more than 50 million paid users, with 8 million of them coming from India where the video streaming service was rolled out last week. Also read: Irrfan Khan starrer 'Angrezi Medium' to premiere online on Disney Plus Hotstar VIP Rival Netflix Inc, which has services available in over 190 countries, has nearly 167 million paid subscribers globally as of its last reported quarter. The coronavirus pandemic, and the resulting move across the world towards working from home, has driven a boom in usage of online gaming, streaming and communications. In pics: 'The Godfather' to 'Forrest Gump': Here's your Hollywood nostalgia binge guide Disney+ was rolled out in eight European countries, including the UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland, in the last two weeks, the company said. It was launched in the United States in November. The service is available in India in conjunction with the Hotstar streaming platform, which was acquired as part of Disney`s $71 billion purchase of Twenty-First Century Fox in 2019.

Streaming service Disney+ crosses 50 million paid subscribers globally

<p>The ABC medical drama 'Grey's Anatomy'&nbsp;is shortening its 16th season in response to the real medical danger posed by the<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-global-cases-rise-past-600000-says-johns-hopkins-university-289135"> coronavirus</a>.<br />
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According to news agency, the network announced on Friday that the season finale of the long-running series will now air on April 9, which will be the 21st episode of the season.</p>

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In the last several years 'Grey's Anatomy'&nbsp;has typically aired 24 or 25 episodes per season.So far, there are no plans to film any additional projects for the 16th season and the shift will not affect the season finale of 'Station 19'&nbsp;nor the series finale of 'How to Get Away With Murder,` which will still air on May 14.<br />
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Last year, it was announced that the show had already been renewed for a 17th season. 'Grey's Anatomy'&nbsp;is already the longest-running medical drama in television history, having surpassed NBC's "ER".<br />
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The series stars Kevin McKidd, Jesse Williams, Caterina Scorsone, Camilla Luddington, Kelly McCreary, Ellen Pompeo, Chandra Wilson, James Pickens Jr., Kelly McCreary, Kim Raver and Giacomo Gianniotti. Earlier this season, long time series regular Justin Chambers exited the show.<br />
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This marks the latest ABC programming move in light of the ongoing global pandemic.&nbsp;</p>


The ABC medical drama 'Grey's Anatomy' is shortening its 16th season in response to the real medical danger posed by the coronavirus. According to news agency, the network announced on Friday that the season finale of the long-running series will now air on April 9, which will be the 21st episode of the season.

The ABC medical drama 'Grey's Anatomy' is shortening its 16th season in response to the real medical danger posed by the coronavirus. According to news agency, the network announced on Friday that the season finale of the long-running series will now air on April 9, which will be the 21st episode of the season. Also see: 7 best quarantine reads that you can choose to pass your time In the last several years 'Grey's Anatomy' has typically aired 24 or 25 episodes per season.So far, there are no plans to film any additional projects for the 16th season and the shift will not affect the season finale of 'Station 19' nor the series finale of 'How to Get Away With Murder,` which will still air on May 14. Last year, it was announced that the show had already been renewed for a 17th season. 'Grey's Anatomy' is already the longest-running medical drama in television history, having surpassed NBC's "ER". In pics: 8 new web shows, films to watch as you quarantine at home The series stars Kevin McKidd, Jesse Williams, Caterina Scorsone, Camilla Luddington, Kelly McCreary, Ellen Pompeo, Chandra Wilson, James Pickens Jr., Kelly McCreary, Kim Raver and Giacomo Gianniotti. Earlier this season, long time series regular Justin Chambers exited the show. This marks the latest ABC programming move in light of the ongoing global pandemic.

'Grey's Anatomy' season 16 cut short due to COVID-19

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