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Fame sometimes hinders growth: Rajneesh

Actor-turned model Rajneesh Duggal says for any celebrity, handling fame is the most arduous task and feels some times it takes a toll on their growth. Read More »
 

'Vicky Donor' actress wants content oriented films

She moved from television to regional movies to Bollywood. Read More »
 

Social Islam biased against freedom of arts: Filmmaker Shama Zaidi

The idea of social Islam - the practised version of the faith - in conservative Muslim countries comes with a bias against the freedom of arts, says Islamic scholar, filmmaker and theatre personality . Read More »
 

Action, comedy, drama - a summer bonanza for movie-goers

Movie aficianados are in for a summer delight! From Hollywood treats like "The Avengers" and "Madagascar 3" to Bollywood potboilers like "Jannat 2" and "Rowdy Rathor. Read More »
 

Beijing auto show models denounced over attires

Authorities in Beijing have issued a "serious reprimand" for an ongoing car exhibition which has stirred controversy for its scantily-clad models, Xinhua reported. Read More »
 

Big B happy with Sachin's nomination, Sanjay differs

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan Saturday expressed happiness at the recent nomination of actress Rekha and cricket legend Sachin Tendulakar to the Rajya Sabha, while Sanjay Dutt was unhappy with Sachin beco. Read More »
 

On cart: Economy, sports, food & drama (IANS books this week)

Exercise the intellect with an inspiring cache of books this weekend. Browse with IANS... Read More »
 

Dolly Ahluwalia had apprehensions over 'Vicky Donor' drinking act

She is Indian cinema's leading costume designers, but it is her harried, drinking mother act in "Vicky Donor" that made Dolly Ahluwalia a household name. Read More »
 

Tendulkar nomination a Congress ploy, says Ramdev

Yoga guru Baba Ramdev Saturday criticised the Congress party for nominating cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar to the Rajya Sabha, calling it a ploy to distract public attention. Read More »
 

Sivan first South Asian to get ASC membership

Ace cinematographer Santosh Sivan last week became the first South Asian to be given the prestigious membership of the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) for his outstanding work. Read More »
 

Indian women should try messy, classic look: French hairstylist

The clean cut is not fashionable, says well-known French hairstylist Laurent Decreton, who believes older Indian women should not shy away from trying a messy or classic look. Read More »
 

Church activists protest Moscow gay film fest

Activists from two fundamentalist Russian Orthodox organisations Friday protested before the opening ceremony of an international gay and lesbian film festival in Moscow. Read More »
 

UP cabinet revokes facilities to key Mayawati aide

The Akhilesh Yadav-led Samajwadi Party (SP) government in Uttar Pradesh Friday took some major decisions at its third cabinet meeting, including revoking all facilities being provided to former cabine. Read More »
 

29 hurt in four bombings in Ukraine (Lead)

At least 29 people, including nine children, were injured Friday in four successive bomb attacks in Ukraine's Dnepropetrovsk city, the government said. Read More »
 

Park Hyatt hotel opens in Hyderabad

Hyatt Hotels Corp opened India's first city Park Hyatt hotel in the Andhra Pradesh capital Friday. Read More »