Actor, 8, settles Robin Hood ‘from Nottinghamshire or Yorkshire’ feud!

London, May 13 (ANI): Nottinghamshire and Yorkshire both claim to being home of the legend of Sherwood Forest, but the actor who plays a young Robin in the upcoming film has declared a concise answer.

Jack Downham, eight, who is from Leeds, announced at the British gala screening of the Ridley Scott blockbuster that the man in green tights is from both counties.

“He”s from Yorkshire and Nottinghamshire,” The Telegraph quoted the young actor as saying.

His mother, Clare Downham, 39, a schoolteacher, added, ””Jack”s such a diplomat. He should be in Number 10.””

””Russell was really nice to me. He was very smiley. It was really exciting and surreal to be in the film. The best bit was getting to meet all the people in the film,”” said Jack, who attends drama school in Leeds and plays Noah Tate in Emmerdale.

Councillor Leon Unczur, who is the Sheriff of Nottingham, said, ””We know that, when Hollywood”s spotlight shines on Robin, even more people will want to come to Nottingham to see where his legendary stories unfolded.

””That”s why we”ve got special events throughout May and why we are looking longer term to develop an attraction that will meet the expectations of visitors on the trail of our famous outlaw.”” (ANI)

Kristen Stewart not to star in Shekhar Kapur’s ‘Paani’

London, April 29 (ANI): A representative for Kristen Stewart has denied rumours that the Twilight star is heading to Bollywood.

Earlier this week, it was reported that Indian director Shekhar Kapur had offered the 20-year-old actress a lead role in his upcoming film ‘Paani’.

However, Stewart’s spokesperson is adamant the rumours are untrue.

“She is not set to star in this movie,” the Daily Star quoted Stewart”s rep as telling GossipCop.com. (ANI)

Kristen Stewart not to star in Shekhar Kapur’s ‘Paani’

London, April 29 (ANI): A representative for Kristen Stewart has denied rumours that the Twilight star is heading to Bollywood.

Earlier this week, it was reported that Indian director Shekhar Kapur had offered the 20-year-old actress a lead role in his upcoming film ‘Paani’.

However, Stewart’s spokesperson is adamant the rumours are untrue.

“She is not set to star in this movie,” the Daily Star quoted Stewart”s rep as telling GossipCop.com. (ANI)

Russell Crowe thinks movie-making is taking its toll on his body

Melbourne, April 26 (ANI): Russell Crowe believes constant filming of action thrillers and adventure flicks is taking its toll on his body.

“I”m in a continuous death battle with my own body,” the Herald Sun quoted Crowe, as saying.

He went on: “I injured myself a lot on Gladiator. I actually injured myself on a silly little ice hockey movie called Mystery, Alaska, because I”d never skated. I”ve got wrist injuries and hand injuries from doing so much boxing (in Cinderella Man). I”ve got stuff all over the place.”

Talking about the shooting of his upcoming film Robin Hood Crowe said: “I pushed myself really hard for Robin Hood,” he said. “You wake up in the morning and you feel 20 years younger.” (ANI)

Newly single Abbie Cornish spotted with Josh Hartnett

Melbourne, April 26 (ANI): Actress Abbie Cornish was recently spotted spending time with Hollywood heartthrob Josh Hartnett on Saturday.

The Australian actress Cornish and Hartnett were together in a bar on Saturday night sitting at a corner table and left together at 1am, reports The Daily Telegraph.

Cornish split from her long-time boyfriend Ryan Phillippe in February and has been in New York for her upcoming film ”The Dark Fields” with Bradley Cooper.

Sources claims Cornish and Hartnett were together from 10 pm. (ANI)

Peter Jackson rubbishes Hobbit production troubles rumors

London, April 21 (ANI): Lord Of The Rings director Peter Jackson has rubbished claims of his upcoming film ‘The Hobbit’ being delayed due to production problems.

Jackson has said that the project is still in its initial stage.

Filming of the adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien”s first book was slated to begin in the summers of 2010.

Sir Ian McKellen, who stars in the series as wizard Gandalf, apparently confirmed the news in a recent post on his website, revealing the movie will be split into “two films” and will “start shooting in New Zealand in June,” reports The Daily Express.

Accompanying reports claiming that producers are not ready to begin filming for the movie has triggered speculation that the shooting has been held up, but Jackson is reaffirming that the rumours are not true.

“Well, it”s not really been delayed, because we”ve never announced the date. I mean it”s sort of interesting because the studio has never greenlit The Hobbit, so therefore The Hobbit has never been officially announced as a ”go” project, nor have we ever announced a date,” Jackson told Moviefone.com.

“But there”s so much interest that people – newspapers and magazines, of their own account, say, ”Ah, it”s likely to film in May, it”s likely to film in June, it”s likely to film in September”. People make this stuff up. And then if it”s not filming in June, you get a story saying, ”The Hobbit”s been delayed”. But it”s never actually been announced,” he added. (ANI)

Paltrow pulls out of ‘The Danish Girl’ after Kidman ‘snub’

Melbourne, April 19 (ANI): Gwyneth Paltrow has reportedly decided to pull out of new film ‘The Danish Girl’ because of co-star Nichole Kidman.

Sources say that Kidman’s cold reactions turned off Paltrow and she decided to step out from the project.

Paltrow was shooting for her upcoming film ‘Love Don’t Let Me Down’ in Nashville, which is near to place where Kidman lives, and tried to get in touch with her, but the Aussie actress declined.

“Gwyneth made the effort to get in touch with Nicole but Nicole declined,” the Daily Telegraph quoted a source as saying.

“Gwyneth is on her own and lonely, it would have been nice for Nicole to make the effort,” the source added.

Paltrow has, however, said that she has quit the project due to tiredness.

“Some days I feel like everyone in my world has plugged themselves into my kidneys. I”m so tired,” she told Harper”s Bazaar magazine.

A rep for Paltrow said: “Chris (Martin, her husband) and Gwyneth have spent a lot of time apart. This way she gets more family time”” (ANI)

Paltrow pulls out of ‘The Danish Girl’ after Kidman ‘snub’

Melbourne, April 19 (ANI): Gwyneth Paltrow has reportedly decided to pull out of new film ‘The Danish Girl’ because of co-star Nichole Kidman.

Sources say that Kidman’s cold reactions turned off Paltrow and she decided to step out from the project.

Paltrow was shooting for her upcoming film ‘Love Don’t Let Me Down’ in Nashville, which is near to place where Kidman lives, and tried to get in touch with her, but the Aussie actress declined.

“Gwyneth made the effort to get in touch with Nicole but Nicole declined,” the Daily Telegraph quoted a source as saying.

“Gwyneth is on her own and lonely, it would have been nice for Nicole to make the effort,” the source added.

Paltrow has, however, said that she has quit the project due to tiredness.

“Some days I feel like everyone in my world has plugged themselves into my kidneys. I”m so tired,” she told Harper”s Bazaar magazine.

A rep for Paltrow said: “Chris (Martin, her husband) and Gwyneth have spent a lot of time apart. This way she gets more family time”” (ANI)

Madonna offers small role to daughter in directorial venture

London, Mar 29 (ANI): In a bid to hep her daughter Lourdes to make it big in movies, Madonna has reportedly offered her a small role in her upcoming film about King Edward VIII.

The ‘Material Girl’ is stepping behind the camera to direct a historical drama based on the former king, who abdicated in 1936 so he could marry twice-divorced American socialite Wallis Simpson – a move that rocked the monarchy.

And she has arranged for her 13-year-old offspring to make a cameo appearance in the period drama.

“She”s arranged for a small role for Lourdes. It”s not a significant part but it will give her a good taste of life in the movie business. Lourdes has made it clear she wants some kind of career in the entertainment industry and her mum is more than happy to help,” the Daily star quoted a source as telling the Sun newspaper.

“She”s already an incredible dancer thanks to years of classes and she”s also been having singing training,” added the source.

Earlier, Madonna had banned Lourdes from appearing in a Harry Potter movie after she was offered a role as a Hogwarts student by movie bosses. (ANI)

Sandra Bullock the right choice to play Wonder Woman: Lynda Carter

London, March 26 (ANI): Actress Lynda Carter, who played the lead in Wonder Woman in the late 1970s, believes Sandra Bullock is “exactly” the right choice to step into her shoes for the upcoming film version of the popular TV series.

Lynda, 58, is earlier said to have dismissed Bullock, 45, as being “too old” for the role.

“There was an idea that Sandra Bullock should play Wonder Woman and I think it’s a great idea,” the Daily Express quoted Lynda, as saying on US entertainment programme Good Morning LA.

She added: “She’s exactly the kind of a personality and somehow it got messed around that I had said she was too old. That’s nonsense, it wasn’t true. She’s strong and feminine.

“And Wonder Woman has to be accessible.” (ANI)

Priyanka Chopra to penetrate into The Guinness Book

Priyanka Chopra to penetrate into The Guinness BookMumbai: Yes, this is true! The reason is her upcoming film “What’s Your Raashee?” in which she performs 12 characters.

Well the actress has been in the limelight for quite sometimes. Previously she was all cheers as she gog appreciations for her work in “Kaminey” and now she hogs the same but for Ashutosh Gowarikar’s flick “What’s Your Raashee?”.

As all must be knowing that our piggy chops is playing 12 characters in the movie, and many may not know that this will be the highest number of characters played by any actor in any film other than this one.

Bollywood actor Salman Khan prays for success of upcoming film

Mumbai, Aug 19 (ANI): Bollywood actor Salman Khan is keeping his finger crossed for success of upcoming film ‘Wanted’.

Produced by Boney Kapoor and directed by Prabhu Deva, the film features Ayesha Takia Azmi opposite Salman Khan apart from actors like Mahesh Manjrekar, Asseem Merchant.

“I have done lot of love stories, lot of comedies, many of them were not appreciated enough. In this film, I had the zest to work hard. I have done that. So, let’s see if it works and if it doesn’t,” he said.

The film is about Radhe, played by Salman Khan, who is a hardcore gangster, a sharpshooter and works for a dreaded Mafia.

He then finds love when the young and pretty Jhanvi, played by Ayesha Takia Azmi, professes her love for him.

Khan said the film is a combination of all the ingredients in good quantity and they all had to undergo good deal of training for it.

“Our films are usually a combination of all things in small proportions. Little bit dance, little bit romance and little bit comedy. But this film has everything in huge proportions, so had to train hard,” said Khan.

Khan has lent his voice to the title track of the film, composed by composer duo Sajid-Wajid.

He had last sung for the film, Pyaar Kiya to Darna Kya in 1998. (ANI)

Rajnikant launches music of ‘Eeram’ in Chennai

Chennai, Aug. 9 (ANI): Tamil superstar Rajnikant on Sunday released the music of upcoming film ‘Eeram’, a romantic thriller laced with suspense, in Chennai.

‘Eeram’ is produced by Shankar whose directorial venture ‘Endhiran’ stars Rajnikanth and Bollywood actor Aishwarya Rai in lead roles.

Rajnikant said that it was exciting to work with Rai.

“85 percent of the film (Endhiran) is over. It was nice and exciting working with Aishwarya Rai,” said Rajnikant.

The Tamil superstar further slammed rumours that he planned to enter politics shortly.”About my political stand… no comments,” said Rajnikant. (ANI)

Bollywood actor Bipasha Basu talks about her upcoming film ‘All the Best’

New Delhi, July 2 (ANI): Bollywood actor Bipasha Basu talked about her upcoming film ‘All the Best’ here during promotion of a shoe brand.

The film is produced by Ajay Devgan and directed by Rohit Shetty of ‘Golmaal’ and ‘Golmaal Returns’ fame.

The film stars Sanjay Dutt, Ajay Devgan, Mugdha Godse and Fardeen Khan.

While interacting with the media present on the occasion, Basu said that she really enjoyed shooting for the film.

“I have to say that after ‘No Entry’, if there is one film that’s going to make you laugh, this going to be ‘All the Best’ because shooting was absolutely crazy,” said Basu.

Pritam has composed the music for the film.

The film is slated for a Diwali release. (ANI)

Jolie beats Aniston to be named ‘Hollywood’s top earning actress’

New Delhi, July 2 (ANI): Angelina Jolie has been named Hollywood’s top earning actress by Forbes magazine after she raked in 27 million dollars in the past year.

Her partner Brad Pitt’s ex-wife Jennifer Aniston, who raked in 25 million dollars in the last 12 months, came second, reports the China Daily.

Jolie earned most of the money from her share of the profits from her action film ‘Wanted,’ but she was also paid a large upfront sum for her role in ‘Salt.’

Aniston earned most of her millions from the romantic comedy ‘Marley and Me’ and her upcoming film ‘The Baster.’

“Aniston also still earns money from (reruns of TV series) Friends and she gets a nice paycheck shilling for Glaceau’s SmartWater,” Forbes.com said.

Meryl Streep landed the third spot with 24 million dollars while Sarah Jessica Parker came fourth with 23 million dollars.

Cameron Diaz rounded off the top five after raking in 20 million dollars in the last 12 months. (ANI)

Bruno brands Madge a ‘transsexual childcatcher’

London, July 1 (ANI): Bruno, the alter ego of British satirist Sacha Baron Cohen, has called Madonna a ‘transsexual child catcher’.

The comedian used his character in the upcoming film ‘Bruno’ to hit out at the Queen of Pop, once a pal, during an interview, reports the Mirror.

In the film, the gay fashionista adopts a black baby from Africa – a clear reference to Madge’s adoption of Malawaian David Banda – to use as a fashion accessory.

He told Attitude magazine: “Ich divide Madonna into ze following eras: Puppy Fat (Like Ein Virgin); Skanky Marilyn (True Blue); zitzen Out (Vogue, Erotica); Total Scheisse (the 90s); und her current, Transsexual Child Catcher.”

Baron Cohen and Madonna are believed to have fallen out over the Bruno movie, out next month. (ANI)

‘Dedicated Megan Fox sets New Orleans on fire’

New York, June 25 (ANI): Talk about Megan Fox’s dedication towards acting. While filming for the stunner’s latest film ‘Jonah Hex’ was on, the crew accidentally set some buildings and fields ablaze.

But that didn’t stop the actress and her co-star Josh Brolin from shooting the film.

They continued filming for 60minutes to catch the authenticity for a scene in their upcoming film.

“They were shooting in the St. Francisville area, and some explosion set everything around it on fire, but they kept filming for 60 minutes to catch the authenticity,” the New York Post quoted a source as saying.

“I don’t think anyone was hurt but for some historic buildings and land,”

Meanwhile, Warner Bros. rep was not available for comment. (ANI)

Zac Efron to star in “sexy thriller” film

Washington, June 24 (ANI): Hollywood heartthrob Zac Efron has been roped in for a yet-to-be titled “sexy thriller”, it has emerged.

The High School Musical star is adamant to shed his teen idol image with more mature roles.

According to the Hollywood Reporter, he’s set to play the lead role in writer/producer Leslie Dixon thriller film.

The pair has previously worked together on Hairspray.

Meanwhile, it has been reported that Efron is so desperate to star alongside girlfriend Vanessa Hudgens in upcoming film “Sucker Punch” that he would consider cross-dressing.

The 21-year-old actor told E!: “I think it’s an all-girl movie. But if there’s any way to be in that film, I’d do it. I’d play a girl if I had to.” (ANI)

Zac Efron to star in “sexy thriller” film

Washington, June 24 (ANI): Hollywood heartthrob Zac Efron has been roped in for a yet-to-be titled “sexy thriller”, it has emerged.

The High School Musical star is adamant to shed his teen idol image with more mature roles.

According to the Hollywood Reporter, he’s set to play the lead role in writer/producer Leslie Dixon thriller film.

The pair has previously worked together on Hairspray.

Meanwhile, it has been reported that Efron is so desperate to star alongside girlfriend Vanessa Hudgens in upcoming film “Sucker Punch” that he would consider cross-dressing.

The 21-year-old actor told E!: “I think it’s an all-girl movie. But if there’s any way to be in that film, I’d do it. I’d play a girl if I had to.” (ANI)

Denise Richards loved locking lips with Akshay Kumar in Kambakkht Ishq

Washington, June 23 (ANI): Hollywood actress Denise Richards admits that she loved locking lips with Bollywood actor and “sexiest man in India” Akshay Kumar in their upcoming film Kambakkht Ishq.

The former Bond girl is quite impressed with Kumar’s kissing skills and is adamant no man in Bollywood can match him.

“Akshay was so down to earth and very genuine. He made me feel very comfortable, plus he’s a good kisser! I can see why he’s India’s sexiest actor!” Contactmusic quoted her as saying.

She also admitted she struggled with the language barrier while filming her first Bollywood movie – but got a helping hand from her co-stars.

“I couldn’t believe how kind everyone was and they were so passionate about the film,” she said.

“All the actors were very sweet and gorgeous! They helped translate when I needed to understand something. I had a great experience and hope to do another Bollywood movie,” she added. (ANI)