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Cannabis turned Pitt into 'doughnut'

Actor Brad Pitt admits that addiction to cannabis had turned him into a recluse. Last year, the 48-year-old star, who was nominated for the best actor Oscar, even quit smoking cigarettes regularly after he was caught puffing by two of his children.

Radcliffe wants to visit Indian ghost town

Hollywood actor Daniel Radcliffe, who is gearing up for the release of his horror film Woman In Black, is eager to visit the "ghost" town of Bhangarh in India's Rajasthan state.

Did Demi Moore suffer seizure?

Actor Demi Moore, reportedly suffered what looked like a seizure. The actor "was having what seemed like seizures" at home and "concerned friends called 911", people.com quoted a source as saying.

Liam Neeson to convert to Islam?

Actor Liam Neeson is planning to give up his Catholic belief and convert to Islam. The 59-year-old actor admits an Islamic prayer "got into my spirit" while filming in Turkish city Istanbul, reports thesun.co.uk.

Critics Verdict: Agneepath has the fire

Critics are saying more good things than bad about Agneepath, which released on the Republic Day today. While some reviewers have given the film 4.5 stars, none have rated the film below 3.5. Read on...

p*rn stars to wear condoms in LA

A new municipal law requiring p*rn stars to wear condoms during film shoots in Los Angeles is all set to become effective in the US city in the next few weeks. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa on Tuesday signed an ordinance into law requiring male actors in p*rnographic videos to wear condoms.

Dicaprio wants a girl like his mother

Actor Leonardo DiCaprio says his ideal woman is his mother because she is perfect in every way. The J. Edgar actor is currently dating model Erin Heatherton but he admits that he compares all his girlfriends to his beloved mum, Irmelin.

Cynthia Nixon chose to be gay

Former Sex and the City star Cynthia Nixon, who is engaged to her long-term partner Christine Marinoni, insists it was her decision to become a lesbian. The 45-year-old, who has a son with Marinoni, said that hom*osexuality for her was a choice, reported Showbizspy.

TV stars recall their school flag-hoisting days

On the occasion of Republic Day, a host of television stars went down memory lane, recalling flag-hoisting ceremonies and singing of the national anthem in their school days.

Bollywood tweets on Republic Day

Bollywood celebrities like Amitabh Bachchan, Hema Malini and Bipasha Basu share their sentiments on this Republic Day, about how proud they are being Indians. The actors took to microblogging site Twitter to share their thoughts.

Catherine Zeta-Jones to star in Side Effects

Hollywood actor Catherine Zeta-Jones has signed on for a role in Steven Soderbergh's Side Effects. The 42-year-old will join Jude Law, Channing Tatum and Blake Lively in the movie, written by Scott Z Burns, reported Contactmusic.

Big B gets nostalgic seeing fans

Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is in Gujarat to shoot for a television commercial, says the heavy rush of fans at a location in Junagadh reminded him of his golden days.

Halle Berry wants ex-beau to stay away from daughter

Oscar-winning actor Halle Berry has reportedly asked a judge to ban her ex-boyfriend, model Gabriel Aubry, from having any contact with their child. Berry headed to court asking for an emergency custody hearing Tuesday after the former couple's...

New Vande Mataram to mark 63rd Republic Day

To mark the 63rd Republic day, 21 eminent singers and musicians have lent their voice to a new rendition of India's national song Vande Mataram composed by percussionist Bickram Ghosh.

Imran Khan gifts himself a Ferrari

Imran Khan is super excited not just by the encouraging response to his rom-com, Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu that opens on February 10, but also because his customised Ferrari should reach him by this weekend.

Talaash first look goes online

Actor Aamir Khan, famous for his maverick marketing strategies, is set to intensify the intrigue surrounding his upcoming Talaash with India’s first-ever digital poster. The film’s official poster – created specifically for an Internet launch – will be uploaded on Aamir’s Facebook page today.

Storm Festival gets a big start

The journey to the Storm Festival, which was held in a small village in Coorg, turned out to be a mini adventure in itself. Scenic surroundings lined the seven-hour long road trip from Bangalore, not to mention the coffee plantations and eventual smooth ascent to the hills.

Get out now, advises Cyrus Broacha

Here's the funny man Cyrus Broacha to answer all your queries.

Talaash's digital poster hits web

After Salman Khan's Ek Tha Tiger, a digital poster of Aamir Khan starrer Talaash has been released on web. Directed by Reema Kagti, the film also stars Kareena Kapoor and Rani Mukherjee. POSTER INSIDE

Shankar Mahadevan to perform with Symphony...

The 75-member Symphony Orchestra of India, conducted by violinist Marat Bisengaliev, will perform at the RWITC, Mahalaxmi this Tuesday. Only this time, the clutch of Indian and international classical musicians will be joined by Shankar Mahadevan of popular Bollywood composer trio, Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy.

Audiologist trains TV show actor

For a change, a TV show seems to be subjecting its audience to more than just melodrama. The makers of the Star Plus serial, Ek Hazaron Mein Meri Behna Hai have roped in a professional audiologist to train actor Nia Sharma...

No item number for Anna Hazare

Activist Anna Hazare, along with 100 villagers from his native Ralegan Siddhi, watched the premiere of Gali Gali Chor Hai on Tuesday. The filmmakers wanted the 74-year-old to be the first to view their political satire and grant it his blessings.

Mowgli and gang on TV

Walt Disney’s last production before he died, The Jungle Book was never released in India. Restored and dubbed Hindi version to be screened on tube today. The film, during the production of which iconic creator Walt Disney passed away...

Will sing for my films only: Ali Zafar

London, Paris, New York is my first outing as a music composer and lyricist for a Bollywood film. I hope people like my acting and music,” says Pakistani actor-singer Ali Zafar, who is open to more projects as a composer and lyricist.

Had to shave body hair too: Sanjay Dutt

Since the first trailer was unveiled, Sanjay Dutt’s bald look has been the talking point of Agneepath. Bald Sanjay Dutt reveals he had to shave not only his head, but body hair as well, his eyebrows and eyelashes were removed digitally.

Jennifer Aniston-Justin Theroux set to buy $22mn house

Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux have taken their relationship to the next level, as they have reportedly planned to buy a 22-million-dollar home together in Bel-Air. The 8,500-square-foot home was listed for 24.9 million dollars.

Imran says no similarity between EMAET and What Happens...

Actor Imran Khan has denied reports suggesting his latest film, Ek Main Aur Ek Tu is similar to the popular Hollywood flick What Happens in Vegas.

Khloe Kardashian’s real dad her mum's hairdresser?

Internet gossip mill continues to churn with speculation as to who could be Khloe Kardashian’s biological father.

Halle Berry can't block ex from seeing their daughter

Halle Berry failed to get an immediate stay-away order against her former boyfriend Gabriel Aubry, to keep him from seeing their 3-year-old daughter Nahla.

Aman Verma gives acting tips to Rubina

Everyone on the sets of Zee TV’s Chhoti Bahu, except Rubina Dilaik aka Radhika, was excited at actor Aman Verma’s entry in the show. She was scared of working with a senior actor. But, to ease the mood, Aman gave Rubina some acting tips.