When Swara Bhaskar was deprived of sleep

Swara Bhaskar's character was supposed to have dark circles around her eyes in a few scenes in her upcoming film, 'Nil Battey Sannata'. In order to make it look real, director Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari didn’t allow the versatile actress to sleep for long.

Swara Bhaskar
Ashwiny informs, “I wanted Swara’s character to look stressed for particular scenes. When Swara informed me about her schedule, I asked her if she could shoot for the scenes late night for a natural sleep deprived look and she agreed. So what you see in the film are her real dark circles.”

Bollywood and TV celebrities mourn Pratyusha Banerjee's death

Popularly known as Anandi, her character from the television show 'Balika Vadhu', actress Pratyusha Banerjee's untimely death has left everyone in Bollywood and the TV industry in shock.

Pratyusha Banerjee
Personalities like Karan Johar, Arbaaz Khan, Simi Garewal and Karishma Tanna have mourned the death of the 24-year-old actress, who allegedly committed suicide here on Friday.
Pratyusha hanged herself from a fan at her Kandivali residence but was detected and taken to the Kokilaben Ambani Hospital where she succumbed.
Here's what celebrities had to say about the actress' death:
Simi Garewal: The only serial I've watched was 'Balika Vadhu'. For her! Very sad. Only 24. It's too tough here for girls without family support.
Karan Johar: This is just so sad and a wake up call to families and friends who don't consider depression as a medical condition. RIP Pratyusha Banerjee... A girl died, let her loved ones mourn in peace. Social media may not have a conscience, but can it have a heart?
Madhur Bhandarkar: Shocked and saddened to hear about the sudden death of Pratyusha Banerjee. May god give her family strength to deal with the loss. RIP.
Anupam Kher: Deeply saddened by the news about Pratyusha Banerjee. May god give her family the strength to deal with this loss.
Rishi Kapoor: What a shame! Such a lovely person should (commit) suicide! Who knows the turmoil within her. RIP.
Arbaaz Khan: Extremely saddened to hear about Pratyusha! May her soul rest in peace. God give her family strength in this difficult time.
Sophie Choudry: So shocked to hear about Pratyusha Banerjee's suicide... Makes me think of Nafisa and Jiah. All beautiful, talented girls. This is heartbreaking.
Karishma Tanna: Extremely shocking and sad news... RIP Pratyusha.
Gauahar Khan: Sad, sad, sad...Nothing's worth ending your one beautiful gift called life for... My heart bleeds for the parents and family... Suicides (are) never the cure... Heartbroken about the news... Pratyusha Banerjee... A sweet soul.
Mika Singh: Extremely saddened by the news about Pratyusha... May God bless her soul rest in peace.
Kushal Tandon: The news is absolutely saddening. I know life is tough but why do you need to do this. She was so young, I don't know what happened. Lots of strength to her family during this time.
Elli Evram: Is it confirmed? It is really sad, I am just shocked and speechless. I can only pray for her family right now.
Ragini Khanna: Can't believe #pratyushabanerjee is no more. Rip. Have gone numb. She was so young
Sambhavna Seth: Shocking... can't believe this news. Rip Prayushabanerjee
Ratan Rajput: I got to know at around 9 pm when I was shooting for my show. I thought somebody was making April fool joke. Then I checked with our common friend Vikas Gupta and he said it was true. I was shocked. This is unbelievable. I have just reached Kokilaben hospital
Jai Bhanushali: It is really sad. She took such a big step and I don't know why. Initially I thought it must be an April fool's prank but then I got it confirmed through some of my media friends and close associates.
VJ Andy: Then I got a call from Tanisha who told me the same. Then my manager too confirmed it. I still cannot believe it. I am shocked."

Priyanka Chopra offered a film by Aditya Chopra?

Priyanka Chopra's date diary is packed to the hilt with commitments in the West and while she may not be able to accommodate fresh projects even at a push, Bollywood filmmakers haven't stopped reaching out to her. The actress, whose last outing 'Jai Gangaajal' hit theatres last month, hasn't signed any Hindi film so far although she is said to have evinced interest in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's production, 'Gustakhiyaan' featuring Sushant Singh Rajput, Boney Kapoor's 'Sikhni' and Abhinay Deo's untitled superwoman flick.

Priyanka Chopra
Our sources now tell us she has also been offered a film by Yash Raj Films' chief Aditya Chopra. "He is keen to cast Priyanka for his next production venture which will be a woman-centric film. The YRF team has e-mailed the script to her and is waiting for a confirmation," a source says. PeeCee is currently juggling the shoot of her American TV series 'Quantico' in Montreal, Canada, and her maiden Hollywood flick 'Baywatch' in Miami, US.
Priyanka and YRF spokesperson remained unavailable for comment. A source close to the production house, however, confirms the buzz, saying, "Priyanka has received the script and has informed us that she will take a final call once she's back in India. Things are looking positive for us, but we are keeping our fingers crossed. At the moment, we are in the process of finalising the director."

What made Alia Bhatt cry?

Alia Bhatt is currently doing workshops to prep for her role in Gauri Shinde’s upcoming film. If the latest buzz is to be believed, the actress, who is paired opposite Shah Rukh Khan, cried during one of the sessions.

Alia Bhatt.
Informs a source, “Alia is working with Gauri for the first time and was therefore unaware of the way she functions. It is only during the workshop that she realised that Gauri is a taskmaster. There have also been moments when a frustrated Alia cried because she could not get what the director had envisioned.”
She has completed the first schedule of the film in Goa in February and is prepared to shoot for the next schedule starting in May. The source adds, “During the first schedule too she had to take a lot of effort to ensure that the director is happy with her takes. But, now that she knows her well, she is prepared for the next schedule.”
However, when contacted Gauri rubbishes the report and says, "I wonder where this comes from."
Alia Batt also denies the rumour.

John Abraham and Varun Dhawan hang in mid air for 'Dishoom'

John Abraham, Akshaye Khanna and Varun Dhawan have shot for a high-octane action scene for their upcoming film, 'Dishoom'. The scene required them to hang in mid air from a helicopter.

John Abraham and Varun Dhawan
The scene was shot in the Al Reem island, off Abu Dhabi. John is known for doing stunts, but for Varun and Akshaye it was an exhilarating moment. Akshaye returns to the big screen after a hiatus with this film.

Ekta Kapoor preferred Emraan Hashmi over the Khans for 'Azhar'

Producer Ekta Kapoor says she chose Emraan Hashmi over the Khans to play the protagonist in the upcoming biopic "Azhar", based on former Indian cricketer Mohammad Azharuddin.

Ekta Kapoor
Emraan plays the controversial and popular Indian skipper in "Azhar".
The Tony D'Souza-directed film shows the rise and fall of one of the greatest cricketers in Indian history.
"I think Emraan is one of the most amazing actors. He is a nice person. It is the role of a controversial yet good hearted cricketer, who has the love of masses. Either it would have been Khans or Emraan. We chose Emraan," Ekta told reporters at the trailer launch of "Azhar" last night in Mumbai.
Ekta, who is known for her innovative marketing skills, and plans to show the film to cricketers.
"We plan to show the film to lot of cricketers. The film is about the celebration of cricket and what happens when you are doing so well and how things change after one game goes wrong," Ekta said.
"Azhar" also stars Prachi Desai, Nargis Fakhri, Lara Dutta and Gautam Gulati.
The film is slated to release on May 13.

When Emraan Hashmi became a stalker for 'Azhar'

Actor Emraan Hashmi, who will be seen portraying former Indian captain Mohammad Azharuddin in the biopic "Azhar", says he almost became a "stalker" for the film to get a hang of the cricketer's "gestures".


"Eventually I almost became a stalker, I used to stare him to copy all his gesture. I think I made his life hell for three-four months," Emraan said at the trailer launch of the film.
The actor said that doing the film was a "tough journey".
"When we started actual shooting in London and Hyderabad, I was nervous because of the cricket portion. As Azhar bhai is a well-known personality, all have seen his mannerism and nuances. So if something goes wrong to portray his character, there would have been a chance of a huge criticism. I had to keep that in mind and noted even very minute things from how he walks to the way he eats," Emraan said.
Directed by Tony D'Souza, "Azhar", which is jointly produced by Balaji Motion Pictures and MSM Motion Picture, also stars Prachi Desai, Lara Dutta and Huma Qureshi in pivotal roles and is slated for a worldwide release on May 13, 2016.
The film will narrate the highs and lows of Azharuddin's life as the captain of the Indian cricket team for most of the 1990s and being tainted by a match-fixing scandal in 2000, and getting banned for life.

Shot in the dark: This actress is feeling insecure about her contemporary's success

This young actress has everything going for her. Professionally, she is busy with a big project and her personal life too seems to be pretty peaceful. However, the career graph of a certain actress seems to be making her insecure and she's keeping a tab on her.

Says a source, "Recently, the actress called for a quick meeting with her managers and told them that she wants to be signed for big films and plum brand endorsements. She even enquired about a contemporary and wanted to know the line-up of her upcoming films and the number of brand deals she has in her kitty."
It is said that the actress in question began taking a keen interest in the other actress' career post the appreciation she received for a film they did together.
Another source says, "She clearly wants to stay in the limelight and will do everything she can to stay ahead of her peer. Even when Bollywood folk were praising her co-star for receiving an honour for her work, she couldn't stop raving about her ongoing project."
She was earlier keeping a close tab on another actress who has managed to get critical acclaim for most of her performances. Looks like she has a fresh target now.

How cute! Salman Khan's adorable picture with nephew Ahil

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan tweeted this cute picture of him holding nephew Ahil in his hands, on Saturday.

pic.twitter.com/C51aOtMOzO

— Salman Khan (@BeingSalmanKhan) April 2, 2016

Ahil is the son of Salman’s sister Arpita.


Arpita and Aayush Sharma, a businessman, got married in a grand ceremony, which lasted for over a week in 2014.

Shah Rukh Khan shares a picture of Suhana and AbRam on social media

Shah Rukh Khan, who is in the thick of promoting his upcoming film, 'Fan', and the 'Jabra' track, woke up to a pop performance a la Michael Jackson by his kids yesterday.

Shah Rukh Khan
The star shared a picture of Suhana and AbRam's palms on social media. The actor posted, "Woke up to a Michael J afternoon. Lil son & daughter danced to his songs...But, if you're thinkin' about my baby. It don't matter if you're black or white (sic)." Awww.

Mass murder on 'Balika Vadhu' for 15-year time leap

Balika Vadhu to take a 15-year leap after two original writers and director quit; the entire cast save one will apparently be killed off

Amid rumours of 'Balika Vadhu', one of the longest running daily soaps, going off air, TV industry insiders tell us that the show will take a time leap with a romantic storyline set to replace the original plot — trials and tribulations of a child bride. In the process, the entire cast will apparently be killed off.

A still from 'Balika Vadhu'
A source says, "Akhiraj (Sunil Singh), in a fit of rage, starts gunning down the whole village and the central charcaters, including Anandi (Toral Rasputra) and Dadisa (Surekha Sikri) will be shot dead. Jagya (Shakti Anand) will call the cops who will eventually gun down Akhiraj. The show will take a 15-year leap post which they will show Nimboli (Anandi's daughter) growing up."

Avinash Sachdeva 
When we contacted Purnendu Shekhar, one of the original writers of 'Balika Vadhu', he said he has quit the show. "I parted ways with the channel over creative differences. I had written the script till the time leap, but this is definitely not what I wrote for them. Both Gajra Kottary (co-writer) and I have left the show, and I don't know who the new writers are."
Kottary says, "Yes, it was a difference of opinion with the channel and we don't wish to elaborate on it." Apparently, even director Sidharth Sengupta has left the show.
The source adds, "It was a change in the core concept that made the writers and director quit. Balika Vadhu has followed a certain pattern for seven years, and if that core is changed, then it might as well be a different show."
The makers have now signed Avinash Sachdeva (of Qubool Hai fame) as the new lead and the hunt for a young Nimboli is on. "As far as I know, they are now planning to narrate a mature love story in the show. However, I have only had a character discussion with the team so far," says Avinash.
Channel authorities refused to comment on the story.

'Khatron Ke Khiladi 7': Highlights and fun moments of the season

This season of 'Khatron Ke Khiladi - Kabhi Peeda, Kabhi Keeda' was packed with action, drama and tons of surprises making it a complete Bollywood blockbuster

'Khatron Ke Khiladi' got a filmy makeover!

This season of 'Khatron Ke Khiladi - Kabhi Peeda, Kabhi Keeda' was packed with action, drama and tons of surprises making it a complete Bollywood blockbuster. The Punjabi Munda – Arjun Kapoor added his filmy tadka to the show with his humourous and quirky personality. Be it making the Argentinian crew dance to famous Bollywood tracks to making them recite Hindi film dialogues. He took the town by storm with his keedagiri.

Arjun Kapoor
Host and the ‘dost’ Arjun Kapoor!

Arjun Kapoor donned different avatars as the host on the show. From being a compassionate host, perfect friend, romantic romeo to being a true motivator – Arjun Kapoor did it all. Not just a motivator, he even went ahead and performed several stunts himself and even helped the contestants to complete theirs at various instances.
High on girl power!

'Khatron Ke Khiladi - Kabhi Peeda, Kabhi Keeda' was a powerhouse of surprises and twists. But what stood out was girl power as the ladies performed every stunt with sheer brilliance and passion. Sana Saeed, Mukti Mohan and Parvathy Omanakuttan displayed fearless attitude and overpowered their male counterparts week after week.
Season of nerve wrecking stunts
Playing it like a pro, the contestants did every stunts with a lot of ease. Be it competing in a bull race or being buried alive, the Khiladis did not let their energies drop for a single moment. Like real fighters, they came face to face with their biggest fears and overcame them . Keedas being integral part of this season created a lot of peeda in their lives. Snakes, spiders, rats, maggots, chickens, crocodiles - you name it, they faced it!
From Television beauties to Bollywood hotties
With stellar line-up of contestants, this season of 'Khatron Ke Khiladi' proved to be an absolute hit. While Bollywood’s popular names Jay Bhanushali, Vivan Bhathena and Tanishaa Mukherji won hearts with their fearless attitude, television queens Tina Dutta, Mahhi Vij and Aishwarya Sakhuja came out as the surprise packages of this season. Reality television stars Sana Saeed, Mukti Mohan and Raghav Juyal gave everyone a tough competition till the very end. Taking the competition a notch higher were two fittest Khiladis Parvathy Omanakuttan and Yuvraj Singh who performed all tasks with precision. Television heartthrobs Sidharth Shukla, Himanshoo Malhotra and Vivian Dsena continued to entertain everyone by showcasing incredible mental and physical strength. The youngest Khiladi in the history Faisal Khan proved to be the strongest one and gave everyone a run for their money.

'Khatron Ke Khiladi 7' finale: When Radhika Madan gave a big 'mud' hug

In the upcoming episode of 'Khatron Ke Khiladi' finale, Jay Bhanushali will host a segment adding some desi tadka to the show.

Radhika Madan
Television’s popular faces Karishma Tanna, Rishabh Sinha, Radhika Madan, Surbhi Jyoti, Mouni Roy and Arjun Bijlani will be seen trying their hands on performing few daredevil stunts.
In the midst of all the fear and tension, Radhika Madan will not leave a single opportunity to have fun with the contestants and other crew members.
After completing the obstacle race task along with Surbhi Jyoti, Radhika will end up getting covered in mud and dirt.
But she will continue to enjoy the task and play around with the cast and crew by giving them a big mud hug.
Radhika Madan said, “I never leave an opportunity to enjoy whatever I am doing! No matter how difficult the situation is, a smile is all it takes to make a moment light.”

Pratyusha Banerjee's death: Shashank Vyas, Ssharad Malhotraa, other TV actors react

Shashank Vyas, Vahbiz Dorabjee and Ssharad Malhotraa
Shashank Vyas

Pratyusha was full of life. She was my first Anandi. I have fond memories of her. I had not imagined she would do something as drastic as suicide. I thought it’s an April Fool prank when I got a call from a friend. When I realised the gravity of situation I rushed to Kokilabehen hospital. I couldn't see her face as police didn't allow anyone to go inside. May her soul rest in peace.
Ssharad Malhotraa
I am too shocked since the time I have heard of Pratyusha's suicide. It’s disheartening to know the reality. I feel one must have the right support system and one must share oneself with people. Keeping your emotional self happy is very important.
Mrunal Jain
I was at the cricket tournament and I was shocked on hearing the news. I didn't know her personally but as a fraternity actor, I am too stunned. I feel emotional support is very important given the nature of our profession. One must value the emotional support and unconditional love which you may get from your friends and family
Vahbiz Dorabjee
I am shocked and shaken. All I can say is suicide is not an option. She should have fought it. Life is a gift and everyday you should wake up and value it. I don't think this is only about our industry or being an actress. I just went through it last month with my school friend. She committed suicide and left everyone devastated. It's about the world nowadays and people they don't want to fight it. You have to wake up each day and be a fighter and surround yourself with loved ones and keep yourself diverted. Love yourself before you love anyone else and you cannot take your life. It's selfish. You have killed your family members by doing this.
Sudeep Sahir
I am extremely shocked and saddened by the news. I cannot understand why anyone would take their life for anything, be it personal or professional. But at the same time it's easy to say this from an outsider's perspective. She must have been really depressed to take an action like this. I really wish she had tried to reach her family and friends before taking a step like this. Be it this industry or any other, our families are always with us and one should not forget that. We might end our pain but the misery we leave for the ones who care for us is even worse. RIP Pratyusha.
Gaurav Sharma
I am shocked. Life is very precious for anyone to commit suicide. I wish she had asked for support from her friends and family. Emotional support is a necessity in today's lives. One must value the people who matter. Right emotional support is more important than anything else.
Meghna Malik
It's shocking and greatly saddening, but more than that it makes me angry. It’s pure anger.
Amal Sehrawat
I was totally shocked and for a moment thought somebody is trying to make me April fool. Every person has different reaction to stress and disappointments, it has nothing to do with profession.
Karan Ambardar
I think it is very unfortunate that she had to take this drastic step. What a waste of life. May her soul rest in peace. No matter what the situation might have been, taking your own life isn't the solution. It's a rather selfish and cowardly act. With the kind of fast paced lifestyle that television actors lead, very rarely you find someone whose mind and body are in sync. They are so busy with their life that they forget to be in control of situations or be in touch with their emotions which might lead to a nervous breakdown when things start going south. But in no way this should be used as an excuse to end your life. I repeat it's not the solution but just a quick escape from situations that one's needs to tackle.
Ajay Chaudhary
A friend of mine had called and gave me this news. I thought it is some April fool joke but ironically I was passing from Ambani hospital and decided to check if the information is correct. I was shocked and am shocked with what all happened. I reached the hospital at 7 pm. Her body came around 6-6.30. When you know body has reached and she is dead, how come police turned up at 9.45? Who did what, is immaterial. If a celebrity like Pratyusha is not attended by police for so long, what about the common man? Apparently, her boyfriend only brought her to hospital. Boyfriend Rahul Raj Singh was at least present for half an hour and he could go away from there cooly; had the system been in place and police turned up on time, her boyfriend would have been easily accessible and not missing. I feel it is very important to have the right support system. One must have a mentor in life to whom one can access anytime and take guidance and support each time one is low or directionless.
Prasad Barve
I can't really comment on what she did. It is really sad but I would only say in any field there are challenges and one should be ready to face it. In one of my recent plays, I say a dialogue that a writer named Albert Camus says, ''A person can definitely come over any problem or difficulties provided he looks at those problem and difficulties contemptuously'.” Our play in Marathi Aashadh Bar in a way speaks about all these problems. It's a must watch for every person in the industry.
Laksh Lalwani
Had worked with her once. She was such a down to earth and easy-going person. I believe that every actor is very sensitive. One bad move and it affects them a lot, especially those who are close to them. May God be on her side and on her family's side. I'm still not able to accept the fact.
Sandeep Anand
I am deeply saddened to hear about Pratyusha Banerjee. We work in a very hectic schedule, television is a commitment itself and I feel you have to manage both the sides equally but if you think about your designation you have to be very careful about any step you take forward in your life. Big power brings big responsibilities to you, towards family. I don’t know what prompted her to do this. May her soul rest in peace.
Krishna Gokani
I am shocked, devastated and extremely sad after knowing her sudden suicide news. I think actors lack security. Professionally and personally, I guess it would be a whole new different world for them once they are more secured and not exploited. How many more Pratyushas/ Divya Bhartis/Jiah Khans are we to loose before we wake up.

Television actors, family bid adieu to Pratyusha Banerjee

Several television personalities, friends and family members of TV actress Pratyusha Banerjee, who allegedly committed suicide here yesterday, today bid a tearful adieu to her.

Pratyusha Banerjee. 

The 24-year-old actress, who shot to fame with her role as Anandi in TV show "Balika Vadhu", was found hanging from the ceiling at her flat last evening.

Pratyusha's last rites were performed at Oshiwara crematorium here around 6 pm.

Several television personalities Kamya Punjabi, Smita Bansal, Rohit Verma, Rakhi Sawant, Ejaz Khan, Ratan Rajput, Sara Khan, Pooja Bose, Shilpa Saklani, Apoorva Agnihotri, Jay Bhanusali, Mahi Vij and others attended the funeral.

Pratyusha's mother was inconsolable and she kept saying, "I don't know why my daughter did this." Pratyusha was 18 when she was selected to play the grown-up Anandi in "Balika Vadhu". After exiting from the daily soap, she appeared in reality shows "Bigg Boss 7" and "Jhalak Dikhla Jaa". She was last seen in TV show "Hum Hain Naa".

Pratyusha Banerjee. File pic/PTI

Reportedly, Pratyusha had been dating producer Rahul Raj Singh. According to reports, she was facing problems in her relationship with Singh.

According to police, the actress, prima facie, committed suicide in her flat in 'At Harmony' building at around 1700 hours yesterday after which she was taken to Kokilaben Hospital in suburban Andheri by her friend, where she was declared dead.

What is Kaley Cuoco hinting at with this selfie?

Seems Kaley Cuoco and her rumoured beau Karl Cook are set to up their romance rumours budding all around, like their latest adorable selfie shows. 'The Big Bang Theory' actress posted a throwback Thursday shot of her snuggled up to the 26-year-old equestrian on an unspecified beach.

"We absolutely mastered the ways of the selfie stick," the 30-year-old star joked in the caption for the loved-up photos.
The top image in the collage shows the duo looking out onto the ocean while the second, on the bottom, features Karl kissing Kaley's forehead as she smiles into the camera.
Less than a week ago, the two sparked initial dating rumours after the actress shared an image of the two during what appeared to be a hunting trip.

Is Nicki Minaj to blame for Nick Young's confession?

A new report claims that the singer might be behind Nick Young’s cheating confession being leaked

The scandal over Nick Young admitting to cheating on Iggy Azalea just became stranger. A new report claims that Nicki Minaj is responsible for leaking D'Angelo Russell's video of Nick's confession.

Nicki Minaj
“Somebody from Nicki Minaj's camp, a source, got the video, and they sent it in,” a writer for a website claims. “And they said here, 'put this out, because Iggy wants to talk mess about Nicki Minaj. Put this out and let her know what her fiancé is doing.'”

Nick Young and Iggy Azalea
But why would anyone from Nicki's camp leak the video? In shades of the brutal feud between Nicki's bae, Meek Mill, 28, and Drake, 29, Iggy allegedly “took a couple shots at Nicki…on Bravo TV,” the writer said. Basically, Iggy said that Nicki wasn't “the only person who writes her raps,” just like how Meek accused Drake of using a ghostwriter.
Nicki and Iggy have some major bad blood between them. Nicki famously trashed Iggy at the BET Awards in 2014 over the Fancy singer not writing all her own songs. Nicki even slammed people who “cut corners” to get to the top, throwing some shade at her rival. Iggy said she was “unbothered” by the hate and it seemed Nicki ended the feud.
Should Iggy thank Nicki instead of how she gave props to D'Angelo for filming Nick's confession? She said she doesn't want to “marry a cheater,” and the wedding just might be off. However, the feud between her and Nicki may be back on.
As for the controversy, recently Nick Young, 30, admitted to his friend D'Angelo Russell, 20, that he was cheating on Iggy Azalea, 25.

Amy Schumer predicts end of her fame

New York: Comedienne-actress Amy Schumer has quipped that her widespread popularity will last only "another six months".

Amy Schumer
At a Comedy Central event here on Thursday, the 34-year-old joked that the widespread acclaim she achieved in the last 12 months isn't sustainable, reports eonline.com.
"Do you guys know that I'm really famous now? I think it's going to last another six months. Obviously, I've got behavioural issues," she said, while adding that she didn't know what being famous would be like.
"You can imagine, and then it actually really blows. You're like, 'Boo-hoo,' and yes, I'm very rich now. Very rich. But now, I get to have things like: If I walk down the street in New York, people going, 'Oh my god, I never do this, but would you f**k my brother?'" Schumer quipped.

Kanye West releases new album 'The Life of Pablo'

Los Angeles: Rapper Kanye West's new album "The Life of Pablo", which has been available exclusively on subscription-based music streaming service Tidal for over a month, has finally been released in its full-fledged avatar on other platforms.

Kanye West
The album was released in its entirety on other streaming services like Apple Music, Google Play Music and Spotify on Friday, reports aceshowbiz.com.
The project is also available for download on West's website KanyeWest.com, where it is offered for $20, but hasn't been released on iTunes yet.
Upon the wide release of the album, West's label Def Jam noted that he would still make changes to 19 tracks off the album, which he called a "living breathing changing creative expression".
"In the months to come, Kanye will release new updates, new versions and new iterations of the album," the label said in a statement.
"Stay tuned for updates on Kanye West's living album project, 'The Life of Pablo'."

9 Years on, This Is What ‘Chak De! India’ Girls Look like Now

Remember the Chak De! India girls who became the hot topic during the film release in 2007? Well, It was Shubhi Mehta aka Gunjan Lakhani’s wedding, where the gang of girls were seen having a reunion recently. The wedding that took place in Gurgoan saw most of the star cast of the Shah Rukh Khan starrer flick which was a delightful sight to watch.

 

It’s been 9 years since the film released, while, some have walked up the ladder of tinsel town, some are still struggling and there are a couple of them who are very much happy in their personal space. So, let us bring to you how this onscreen hockey team looks like now and what’s keeping them busy these days.

 

Known for her tomboyish character, 'Komal Chautala' in Chak De! India, Chitrashi Rawat, turned out to be quite a hottie in real life. You will be amazed to know that the actress was a former hockey player. She began playing as left striker for Uttarakhand state at a young age of 17. In Bollywood, she bagged quite a few films including Fashion, Luck, Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya. After her Chak De... stint, she again rose to fame with telly series F.I.R. as Inspector Jwalamukhi Chautala.

 

Scroll further to see how other Chak De... girls look like now and what’s keeping them busy! 

 

Anaitha Nair
(Character Name: Aliya bose)
The actress was noted in the movie for her funky looks and cool attitude as Aliya Bose. She featured in a couple of TV commercials and has worked in other Hindi films like ‘Well Done Abba’, ‘Jhootha Hi Sahi’,  ‘Dum Maaro Dum’, ‘Force’. Currently she stays with her husband in Hong Kong and is a proud mother of a baby girl names Aliya. 

 

Shilpa Shukla

(Character Name: Bindia Naik)

She started her career in Bollywood by playing an aggressive player in ‘Chak De! India’, Shilpa soon shocked tinsel town with her bold avatar in ‘B.A. Pass’ as Sarika. She even won a couple of awards for her performance in ‘B.A. Pass’. 

  

 

Masochon Zimik
(Character Name: Molly Zimik)
Known for her Northeastern accaent and background, Masochon Zimik played the character of Molly Zimik in the movie, who beats up eve teasers in one of the movie’s sequence. Zimik is currently out of site but looking at her Facebook handle, seems like she is living happily with her family. 

 

Sandia Furtado
(Character Name: Nethra Reddy)
Sandia who played the character of Nethra Reddy in SRK’s flick is a PR professional as of now. You will be amazed to know that Sandia is herself a hockey player in real life. She was recently seen in CNN IBN Citizens Journalist commercial. 

 

Vidya Malvade

(Character Name: Vidya Sharma)

The actress made quite a mark with her intense acting in 'Chak De...' as Vidya Sharma, ‘the captain’. Though she began her career from the movie ‘Inteha’ in 2003 but she rose to fame with this SRK starrer. Her films till date include ‘Kidnap’, ‘No Problem’, ‘Striker’, ‘1920: Evil Returns’, ‘Once Upon ay Time in Mumbai Dobaara!’ among others. 

 

Shubhi Mehta
(Character Name: Gunjan Lakhani)
The actress recently got hitched to her long time beau, who is a Gurgaon based educator Apoorv Bajpai. Shubhi was dating Bjapai for 2 years before they got married in a lavish ceremony. Her marriage saw a reunion of  'Chak De! India' girls which included Shilpa Shukla, Chitrashi Rawat, Arya Menon, Gul Iqbal, Tanya Abrol among others. 

 

Arya Menon
(Character Name: Gul Iqbal)
She played the Muslim girl character named Gul Iqbal in the movie. Her luck didn’t work well in tinsel town in terms of acting. “I WAS…UNSURE OF WHETHER I WANTED TO ACT..” quoted Arya to a entertainment site. She later moved on to become an advertising 

 

Sagarika Ghatge
(Character Name: Preeti Sabarwal)
She is best known for her glamorous role as Preeti Sabarwal in the 'Chak De! India'. Her movies include ‘Miley Naa Miley Hum’, ‘Fox’, ‘Jee Bhar Ke Jee lee’, ‘Rush’ amog a few others.  

 

Tanya Abrol
(Character Name: Balbir Kaur)
The voluptuous actress played an aggressive player in the movie which was highly appreciated. She also appeared in a movie titled ‘Miley Naa Miley Hum’ and currently she is playing ‘Jaywanti Shinde’ in telly series, ‘CID’ on Sony Channel. 

 

Seema Azmi
(Character Name: Rani Dispotta)
She portrayed the character of Rani Dispotta, who had a violent streak to her. She completed her training in National School of Drama in the year 2001. She featured in films like ‘Aarakshan’,’ Saas Bahu Aur Sensex’, ‘Water’ and is currently a known theatre director and writer. 

  

From Kohli's Dejection to Bravo's Dance, All That Happened after #IndVsWI Match

India vs West Indies was an absolute thriller but India’s loss meant that a million hearts were broken in just 1 ball. While the West Indian players celebrated their win (and deservedly so), their Indian counterparts looked dejected. Virat Kohli’s hung head to MSD’s attempt to cheer his players; the Indian team was seen going through all sorts of emotions.

 

Pictures always manage to capture human emotions in its raw form and those taken after the match show how the Indian players and the West Indies players felt. As the captain and the vice-captain walked together it seems as if they were still trying to digest the fact that their run in the tournament had ended.

 

While the mood in the Indian dressing room was somber, the West Indians were excited and joyous. Many said that West Indies did not just win the match; they actually won the hearts of a million people. 

 

Ashish Nehra bowled an exceptional over at the death but even that wasn't enough to keep the Windies at bay. 

 

MSD was all smiles with his dear friend Dwayne Bravo after the match. Dhoni posted this picture on Instagram. 

 

Andre Russell played a blinder to get Windies a well-deserved win. Russell came out to bat after Charles Johnson had been dismissed by Virat Kohli. 

 

Even Virat Kohli's luck and hardwork couldn't take India over the ropes this time as he had only 8 to defend in the final over. 

 

West Indies will now be looking to win their 2nd World T20 title by defeating England in the finals. 

Single in the City: 30-Plus Bollywood Beauties Who Are Married to Only Their Work

 

Year 2016 has already witnessed two major Bollywood actresses- Urmila and Preity, marrying away their coveted men. However, there is still an array of hot and beautiful actresses in Bollywood who are above 30 but could not care any less about tying the knot anytime soon.

They are young, with no inhibitions when it comes to living life and career wise do what they take fancy to. Here’s presenting fiery females of Bollywood who are 30 plus and single to the core, married to only their ambitions if at all.

Priyanka Chopra
Currently busy with making the world a fan of hers, Priyanka Chopra is one actress who is a singleton and guess what, the world loves the very fact! Not just Bollywood, this 33 year old hottie is also dabbling into Hollywood projects (remember Baywatch?). Plus, she is also the lead of popular American sitcom Quantico.   

 

Nimrat Kaur

Fame and success happened to Nimrat quite late in life, however, quite beautifully! This 34 year old stunned everyone with her flawless performance in ‘Lunch Box’ and went on to receive a number of awards for the same. And then came ‘Airlift’ which once again established the fact that she was here to stay. Period. 

 

Sushmita Sen

This former Miss Universe stands tall at 40, and is as single as single can get. Most women tie the knot to have kids. She just did not follow the same old convention and adopted two adorable daughters instead to fulfill her desire to be a mother. More power to you lady! 

 

Riya Sen

At 35, Riya Sen is kicking up quite a storm in Bengali film industry. Dangerously fierce, Riya is one woman who definitely knows how she wants to lead life.  

 

Tabu

Vivacious, intelligent, gorgeous, talented…. well, one can go on and on about Tabu. This Indian beauty is 44 and cannot be any cooler than she is about being single. Professionally, she owns every role she does and every event she attends. Let’s just say, if being single does what it did to Tabu, let us all stay single to the core.  

 

Neha Dhupia

Looking hauntingly stunning at 35, this former beauty queen has been sailing through time at her own terms. Living life with no boundaries (Isn’t it what we all yearn for?), Neha does exactly what she fancies. 

  

Kolkata Tragedy Isn't the First Case of Negligence, Here Are Some Other Cases

 

The death toll has climbed to 24, in the collapse of the under-construction Vivekananda flyover in Kolkata on Thursday.

The flyover's foundation was laid in 2008 and work began in February 2009. It was to be completed by 2010, but the work continued to be incomplete until the day it collapsed.

The tragic incident has once again drawn attention towards the problem of the poor state of infrastructure in India. This is not the first time this kind incident has happened but somehow authorities have failed to act. 

 

A portion of the Wazirabad-Janakpuri elevated corridor collapsed and fell on a busy road in outer Delhi's Pitampura area in February 2015.

According to police, at least two people suffered serious injuries and few cars that were parked on the road were damaged in the accident. Investigations suggested that the straps holding the block snapped and a case of negligence was registered into the matter.  

 

Three labourers were killed and six others injured when a portion of an under-construction flyover collapsed in Parle point area of the city in June 2014.

The collapsed flyover was a part of the city`s cable-wire bridge connecting Parle point area to Adajan near Tapi river. 

 

The building collapsed on tribal land in Mumbra, a suburb of Thane in Maharashtra. 74 people died, including 18 children, 23 women, and 33 men.

The building was under construction and did not have an occupancy certificate for its 100 to 150 low- to middle-income residents. 

 

The tragic incident occurred in September 2013 when a five-story building collapsed in the Mazagaon area of Mumbai city in Maharashtra.

At least 61 people died and 32 others were injured in the disaster. 

 

An under-construction flyover near the Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Marol collapsed in February 2013. The incident left three people dead and several others were injured.

The Mumbai police have registered a case of negligence against Larsen & Toubro, the company involved in the construction of the bridge. 

 

At least 14 persons were injured when a road over bridge (ROB) collapsed and fell on a goods train passing under it in Maripur area of Bihar’s Muzaffarpur district in November 2013.

The collapse occurred soon after the train carrying cement bags and edibles left the Muzaffarpur railway station. 

 

Sixty-six people died and at least 80 others were injured when a five-storey residential building collapsed in Lalita Park in east Delhi's Laxmi Nagar.

According to eyewitnesses, at least 400-500 people were in the building when it collapsed. 

 

The deadly accident occurred during the construction in December 2009. The scaffolding on the bridge collapsed, killing 48 workers and injured 20 civilians. 

 

Thirty labourers were killed and at least 10 others injured when a chimney at an under-construction thermal power plant of Bharat Aluminium Company (Balco) in Korba district of Chhattisgarh caved in. 

 

An under-construction flyover collapsed leaving 15 people dead and many injured.

The disaster occurred at the Panjagutta junction, near Nagarjuna Circle. Two large concrete sections dropped onto oncoming cars and motorised rickshaws, damaging several severely. 

 

An overbridge collapsed on the Howrah-Jamalpur Express passing near the Bhagalpur station in December 2006. At least 37 passengers, including 15 women and two children, were killed and 50 others were injured in the accident.