Q TO MAKE RETURN TO BOND FRANCHISE

 Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli, producers of SKYFALL™, the 23rd James Bond adventure, confirmed today that the character of Q will be making a welcome return to the Bond franchise and the role will be played by Ben Whishaw. 
Whishaw becomes the fourth actor to play Bond’s quartermaster affectionately known as Q.  The role began with Peter Burton as Major Boothroyd  in Dr. No, followed by Desmond Llewelyn (in 17 Bond films between 1963-1999), and John Cleese (who appeared as Q’s assistant, R, in The World is Not Enough and was later promoted to Q in Die Another Day). 
Producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli commented, “It’s a real thrill to confirm the return of Q in SKYFALL™ played by the enormously talented Ben Whishaw.  We are delighted to have this beloved character back in the series.” 
Daniel Craig is back as Ian Fleming’s James Bond 007 in SKYFALL™, the 23rd adventure in the longest-running film franchise of all time.  In SKYFALL™, Bond’s loyalty to M is tested as her past comes back to haunt her.  As MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost.  The film is from Albert R. Broccoli’s EON Productions, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios, and Sony Pictures Entertainment.  Directed by Sam Mendes.  Produced by Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli.  Written by Neal Purvis & Robert Wade and John Logan. 
BEN WHISHAW will be seen later this year in Cloud Atlas alongside an all-star cast including Tom Hanks, Jim Sturgess and Halle Berry, and in the BBC’s “Richard II.”  He will also be seen in the second series of “The Hour” for the BBC, in which he stars opposite Dominic West and Romola Garai.  His films include roles in Bright Star, The Tempest, Brideshead Revisited, I’m Not There, Stoned, Layer Cake, Enduring Love, The Trench, Mauvaise Passé, and the lead roles in My Brother Tom and Perfume opposite Alan Rickman and Dustin Hoffman.  For television, he also starred in the hugely popular BBC drama “Criminal Justice,” which saw him pick up the award for best actor at the 2009 Royal Television Society Awards, Best Actor at the International Emmy Awards 2009 and was nominated for Best Actor at the 2009 BAFTA Television Awards.  His many roles on the British stage include “The Idiot,” “Cock”, “The Seagull,” “Hamlet” (for which he received an Olivier nomination), and “His Dark Materials.”  He will appear in Michael Grandage’s production of “Peter and Alice” in the title role opposite Judi Dench in 2013.  He was a BAFTA Rising Star nominee in 2007. 
About Albert R. Broccoli’s Eon Productions
EON Productions Limited and Danjaq LLC are wholly owned and controlled by the Broccoli/Wilson family.  Danjaq is the US based company that co-owns, with MGM, the copyright in the existing James Bond films and controls the right to produce future James Bond films as well as all worldwide merchandising.  EON Productions, an affiliate of Danjaq, is the UK based production company which makes the James Bond films.  The 007 franchise is the longest running in film history with twenty-two films produced since 1962.  Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli took over the franchise from Albert R ‘Cubby’ Broccoli in 1995 and have produced some of the most successful Bond films ever including Casino Royale and Quantum of Solace. They are currently producing the 23rd film, SKYFALL™. 
About Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc.
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. is actively engaged in the worldwide production and distribution of motion pictures, television programming, home video, interactive media, music, and licensed merchandise. The company owns one of the world’s largest library of modern films, comprising approximately 4,000 titles.  Operating units include Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc., Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc., United Artists Films Inc., MGM Television Entertainment Inc., MGM Networks Inc., MGM Distribution Co., MGM International Television Distribution Inc., Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Home Entertainment LLC, and MGM Music. In addition, MGM has ownership interests in domestic and international TV channels reaching over 130 countries.  For more information, visit www.mgm.com. 
About Sony Pictures Entertainment
Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is a subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America, a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation.  SPE’s global operations encompass motion picture production and distribution; television production and distribution; home entertainment acquisition and distribution; a global channel network; digital content creation and distribution; operation of studio facilities; development of new entertainment products, services and technologies; and distribution of entertainment in more than 159 countries.  For additional information, go to http://www.sonypictures.com/

पोर्न स्टार बनना चाहती है श्रधा शर्मा

सनी लिओन की कामयाबी का साइडइफेक्ट  अब बॉलीवुड पर दिखने लगा है..कल को नर्गिस और मधुबाला जैसी अभिनेत्रियों को अपना आइडियल मानने वाली नयी अभिनेत्र्यों को अब सनी लिओन में अपना आइडियल नज़र आने लगा है ..बहरहाल सनी लिओन का खुमार जिसके सर चढ़ कर बोल रहा है वो है श्रधा शर्मा..जो सनी लिओन से मिलने के बाद उनकी मुरीद हो गयी लगती है ..बिग बॉस जैसे रियलिटी शोज में अपना जलवा दिखा चुकी श्रद्धा शर्मा का कहना है कि पोर्न फिल्मों को लेकर इंडिया में काफी सारी गलत फहमियां हैं ,जबकि बाहरी देशों में इस पेशे को सरकारी मान्यता प्राप्त है ..सनी लिओन को जिस तरह बॉलीवुड अपने सर आँखों पर बैठा रहा है उससे तो कामयाबी को बेताब अबिनेत्रियों पर  कुछ ना कुछ असर दिखना ही थ ..श्रद्धा का कहना है वो भी सनी लिओन की तरह एक कामयाब पोर्न स्टार बनना चाहती है....श्रद्धा शर्मा ये बात एक नया विवाद खड़ा करने के लिए कह रही हैं या वो वाकई एक पोर्न स्टार बनना चाहती हैं ये तो वही जाने लेकिन उनकी इस बात से बॉलीवुड में एक नया विवाद खड़ा होना तय है...वैसे भी विवादों से श्रद्धा शर्मा का नाता काफी पुराना है ..पहले राजा चौधरी के साथ प्रेम प्रसंगों और फिर बिग बॉस में गुल खिला कर सुर्ख़ियों में रहीं श्रद्धा शर्मा फिर एक नया विवाद खड़ा कर ख़बरों में बनी रहना चाहती हैं..हालांकि पिछले विवादों से उन्हें कोई ख़ास फायदा हुआ हो ऐसा तो नहीं लगता शायद इस बार उनकी नैया पार लग जाए..

STARDUST AWARD WINNER POORNA JAGANNATHA​N PROUDLY DECLARES, 'I AM A VEGETARIAN​', IN NEW PETA AD

Today, the award-winning actor Poorna Jagannathan appeared in a brand-new ad for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India looking ravishing as always and posing next to the words "I Am Poorna Jagannathan, and I Am a Vegetarian",. Poorna Jagannathan also sported a PETA T-shirt that reads, "Eat No", followed by a sketch of a cow. The stunning ad was shot by leading photographer Gaurav Sawn. Styling was done by Chandni Bahri, and Jagannathan's make-up and hair were been done by Sandhya Shekar. Jagannathan filmed an exclusive interview for PETA, which can be found here. http://www.petaav.com/4broadcast/poorna_jagannathan_veg_testimonial_peta_india.htm

"I believe in conscious and kinder eating – I don't want to eat anything that had to brutally suffer to end up on my plate", says Jagannathan, who was named one of India's 50 most beautiful women by Femina magazine. "Besides, a vegetarian diet equals a healthier diet: we're less at risk for obesity, cancer, high blood pressure and many more life-threatening diseases."

Poorna Jagannathan, who plays Saya Katdare on the USA Network's hit TV series Royal Pains, has been featured in numerous publications, including Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Marie Claire, Elle, Femina and Grazia. She recently won the Breakthrough Supporting Performance (Female) Award at the 10th Annual Kamla Pasand Max Stardust Awards for her performance in the film Delhi Belly as well as the Lóreal Paris Femina Women Awards ’12 for breakthrough performance.

Every vegetarian saves the lives of hundreds animals every year. Vegetarians are also on average, fitter and trimmer than their meat-eating counterparts, and they are less likely to be afflicted with heart disease, diabetes and cancer – all of which are major health problems in India. Additionally, raising animals for food is a leading cause of water pollution and land degradation, and a recent UN report concluded that a global shift towards a vegan diet is necessary to combat the worst effects of climate change.

Jagannathan joins a growing list of actors, athletes and other celebrities – including Lara Dutta, Shahid Kapoor, Sonu Sood, Pankaj Advani, Anil Kumble, Amrita Rao, R Madhavan, Murali Kartik, Rahul Sharma and Monica Dogra – who have starred in pro-vegetarian ads for PETA India.

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Shatir Poorvi Anu Does Balle Balle

 
The competition in Indian Idol 6 is getting fierce by the day and every contestant is doing their best to stay in the show. But someone is playing their cards right to stay a step ahead of others. This person has earned herself the title of ‘Shatir Khiladi’ on the show. In the second gala round of popular singing reality show; Indian Idol 6 contestant Poorvi Koutish dazzled the judges with a duet version of the song Meri Jaan Maine Kaha. The Chandigarh girl amazed the judges and the audience by singing in both female and male voice of Pancham da and Ashaji. The performance impressed judge Anu Malik to such an extent that he declared Poorvi as ‘Shatir’ and commended her for her good consistent singing. Judge Salim too couldn’t control his excitement and went on the stage to croon with Poorvi. The duo sang Qurbaan Hua which resonated in the auditorium. Now that’s what we call ‘Shatiro Ki Shatir’
 
Anu Malik decided to put on his dancing shoes for the second gala round of the popular singing reality show Indian Idol 6. He was unstoppable and danced like there was no tomorrow. To know more read on… Anu Malik does everything with a bang and this dance act of his was no different! During the second gala round of Indian Idol 6 after the performance of Devendra Pal Singh, Anu Malik couldn’t control himself and made his way on the stage and danced hysterically. He showed some never seen before dance moves that would give the best of bollywood choreographers a run for their money. He was so ecstatic that he even lifted Devendra in his arms and danced away to glory with him.
Both of them later did a small bhangra jig too that had the audience in splits. Now this is called complete paisa vasool performance!