King Arthur 'a modern-day Prince Harry' in telly drama Merlin
King Arthur in the British television drama series Merlin is a modern-day version of Prince Harry, since the legendary leader is "a bit of a d***head", claims its producer.
Producer Johnny Capps made the revelation ahead of the launch of the second series based on the Arthurian legends of the mythical wizard Merlin and his relationship with Prince Arthur.
Capps drew the comparison between Arthur and the royal, known for his hard-party lifestyle and reported incidents involving cannabis, stressing the former was not perfect.
"We had to understand that Merlin was an older man and Arthur was king, and then subvert that, so when you first meet the young Prince Arthur, he's a bit of a d***head," the Daily Star quoted him as saying.
"He's a modern-day Prince Harry, he occasionally shows great strength but likes to party and have fun," he added.
Johnny continued: "He's a slightly comic character but you see heroic moments, and the audience should enjoy going on the journey, seeing the first signs of the king he will eventually become."
Co-producer Julian Murphy further dwelled upon the relationship between Prince Arthur and Merlin to 1990s show Jeeves and Wooster.
Julian said: "Merlin is like many heroes, he's a secret hero. Nobody knows he's the hero. He and Arthur are an odd couple in an almost Jeeves and Wooster way in that the servant knows more than the master, and often gets him out of trouble.
"So we're taking the legend and twisting it, and saying without the servant, Arthur would not have been the man he was."Monday, May 04, 2009 | 0 Comments
Lady Gaga wears transparent balls for New York gig
Lady Gaga took costume invention a step further by wearing a collection of transparent balls for a concert in New York.
The pop vixen sported the bubbly look with fishnet stockings during her performance at Terminal 5 on May 2.
The Poke Face hitmaker later changed into her signature catsuit, reports the Sun.
The singer has previously made headlines with her wacky outfits, including one incident when she landed in trouble for wearing a skimpy leather outfit during a trip to Russia.
The 23-year-old was once also reprimanded by a policeman in Chicago after she stepped out in hotpantsMonday, May 04, 2009 | 0 Comments
Megan Fox dismisses Wonder Woman rumours
Megan Fox has dismissed rumours that is set to play comic book heroine Wonder Woman in a movie.
Rumours are abuzz that director Joss Whedon is putting together a cast for an upcoming big screen outing for the superhero siren, and Fox is apparently the favourite to play the lead role.
However, the 'Transformer' star insists that she will never get involved with the comic book adaptation.
"She's lame. She flies around in an invisible jet, but she's not invisible. I don't get it," the Daily Star quoted her as telling FHMMonday, May 04, 2009 | 0 Comments
Abhishek wins 'Best Brand Ambassador of the Year' award
Abhishek Bachchan, was announced the winner of the 'Best Brand Ambassador of the Year' Award at the NDTV Techlife Awards 2009 held yesterday. Nominations were called from all brands across various categories like Mobile phone of the year, Gadget Eye candy award for the best style and design and Best Celebrity Endorsement - Brand Ambassador of the year, among others. The awards acknowledge lifestyle products, gadgets and best technologies that have made a difference in India today and change the world.
On winning the award, Abhishek Bachchan commented, ''It is a great honour to win the title of 'Best Brand Ambassador' for the IDEA and Motorola campaigns. The IDEA campaign carries a socially relevant message in today's commercial environment and the brilliant concept of encouraging two way communications between the government and people has connected with millions across India''.
He further added, ''I feel proud to be associated with the best brands in the gadgets and technology space''.
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Sexy Tanushree is a self-confessed gourmand
Tanushree Dutta is not only looking uber cool in her new stylish bob but also oozing loads of oomph in her new avatar for her latest dramatic thriller THE APARTMENT being produced by media baron Mr. Nari Hira and directed by Jag Mundra of PROVOKED fame.
But surprisingly the bombshell claims to be a self-confessed gourmand who won't "starve" herself to get a slim figure. She enjoys the mammoth task of cooking Indian food which she believes is quite a challenge without messing up the amalgamation of flavours and spices.
Interestingly, THE APARTMENT is the same film which was earlier titled ROOMMATES and supposed to star Gul Panag and Raima Sen along with Pakistani actor Mikaal Zulfiqar of Mundhra's own SHOOT ON SIGHT fame. However, the cast as well as the film's title went through a complete change starring Anupam Kher, Neetu Chandra and Tanushree Dutta. In the film, Tanushree Dutta plays a victim who shares an apartment with Neetu Chandra. What occurs within the four walls? Well, time should tell!
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Get ready for 'Friends'- the porn movie
While there are on and off reports of a 'Friends' movie for a long time, the beloved sitcom is set for a different kind of revival- as a porn film.
The porn-version of the sitcom, titled 'Friends - A XXX Parody', will hit DVD stores this summer (09).
While the Central Perk would turn perkier, the film's racy plot would be a combo of both comedy and sex.
"Hilarity and deep penetration ensues when Freebie accidentally spills the beans about Moanica's bachelorette party, leading the boys to decide to throw a bigger and raunchier bachelor party," Contactmusic quoted a movie spokeswoman as saying of the movie.
The DVD comes as part of a package of sitcom parodies, which are currently in production at film studio New Sensations, and they include '30 Rock - A XXX Parody', 'Scrubs - A XXX Parody' and 'Seinfeld - A XXX Parody'.Monday, May 04, 2009 | 0 Comments
Geri Halliwell adopts two lion cubs
Former Spice girl Geri Halliwell has adopted a pair of white lion cubs, a male and a female, and says she is delighted to have them as part of her family.
The singer has named the three-week-olds Rudi and Aphrodite, reported newsoftheworld.co.uk.
'I'm passionate about wildlife conversation, I love animals, especially lions. I'm delighted to add Rudi and Aphrodite to my family,' said Halliwell.
But the 36-year-old will only have a certificate that suggests her adoption. The cubs will have to remain at Paradise Wildlife Park, Hertfordshire, where they were born.
However, the wildlife centre in Hertfordshire will let her have access and give her regular updates on their progress.
It is one of only two wildlife parks in Britain to have the rare white lions.
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Kangana Goes For an Image Change
Actress Kangana Ranaut has decided to go in for an image change. The actress who is best known for her on the edge, hysterical and suicidal characters, seems to have had enough of all this.
But after plating so many depressive characters, which, however, did give her a chance very early in her career to prove herself as an actress, Kanagana has now decided to switch genres. Leaving behind the heavy duty stuff that she has done on screen, the actress will now star in Anees Bazmee's No Problem, in a comic role. She will be playing Akshaye Khanna's love interest in the film, a girl who is romantic and happy go lucky sorts. In the second half, she will be part of the action sequences. Bazmee has been sufficiently impressed with her talent and feels that this role will be a change for the actress and the audience. He is sure that she will excel in this film too. As for Kangana, it was high time she switched genres and lightened up.
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Now Akshay to be waxed at Madame Tussauds?
Recently when master-blaster Sachin Tendulkar's wax statue was being put-up at Madame Tussauds, speculations were rife that Aamir - The Perfectionist Khan would be the next on the list. But the response is still awaited from Aamir's side.
Now, we hear the representatives of the wax museum are also planning to have a wax figure of Bollywood 'Kinng' Akshay Kumar as he has a huge global fan following. Apparently, while they were launching cricketer Sachin's wax statue, at the same time the talks were on with Akki. But according to the reports it seems like Akki is satisfied and happy with the national honour the 'Padam Shri' which he received recently.
Well Akki you enjoy with your current laurels and we hope to see you soon getting waxed like your contemporaries.
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Revealed: Ranbir's nerd look
How long could Bollywood's hottest hunk Ranbir Kapoor put up through his self-imposed house arrest just after the shooting of Ayan Mukherjee's WAKE UP SID wrapped up, in all attempts to hide his new look from the public glare. His efforts ended in vain as the media caught him unawares when Ranbir came to cast his vote recently in Mumbai at Pali Hill polling station. He had to make a quick exit since he didn't want to be in the public eye for long.
Well this endevour of going undercover was for Yash Raj Films' forthcoming movie ROCKET SINGH directed by Shimit Amin of CHAK DE fame since he is donning a pagdi playing a Sikh character. Apparently a couple of days back, Ranbir even backed off from performing at an International film awards function as that would mean his look would be seen across the globe.
Recently he has also featured in a Panasonic commercial AD where he doubles up as a cool dude and the geeky nerd, and they're neighbours. In the end both get the girls. It seems that geeky glasses look thereafter has been a favourite with Ranbir.
After successfully making girls drool over his irresistible boyish charm in BACHNA AE HASEENO, Will Ranbir be a lucky boy again? From towel act to sporting a stubble, he has done it all, here's hoping that ROCKET SINGH soars high on the box-office charts.
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