Ask Seth Rogen, Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Anna Kendrick of ’50/50′ a Question
Ever wanted to ask Seth Rogen , Joseph Gordon-Levitt or Anna Kendrick a question? Well, here’s your chance. On September 13, Moviefone is hosting an Unscripted session for the upcoming ’50/50,’ in which Gordon-Levitt plays a 27-year-old coming to terms with his recent cancer diagnosis. Gordon-Levitt, along with ’50/50′ stars Rogen and Kendrick, will choose from questions that readers like you submit in the comments section below. Be sure to include your name and location by 6PM, September 11. Once your question pops up on the screen, other users can vote on it. Simple, right? You can also vote on questions submitted by others. Come back and watch the interview HERE on September 26 to see if your question was answered.
Colin Firth Thinks Movie Audiences Are Being "Underestimated"
Isn’t it nice when someone tells you you’re smart? Well if you like going to the movies, then Colin Firth just called you a genius. Now that his latest starring vehicle ‘ Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy ‘ has walked away with glowing reviews from the Venice Film Festival, the Oscar-winner sat down with The Guardian to discuss how it will be received by a wider audience on December 9. According to reports, the film moves along at a slow pace and carries a highly intricate plot that might turn off some viewers, but that doesn’t seem to worry Colin Firth. In his own words: I do think there is a tendency to underestimate audiences, I do think there is an appetite to be stretched. I do think people want to hear language at its best on the screen. I’m optimistic about it having an enormous audience.” In light of the financial success of ‘Transformers: Dark of the Moon’ and Disney exec. Andy Hendrickson’s belief that a movie’s story doesn’t matter , the sad thing is that Firth might be in the minority. It’s great to hear that someone in Hollywood has faith in the intelligence of moviegoers, but click through to tell us what you think about Firth’s comments and check out the latest trailer for ‘Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy.’ So do you agree with Firth, or would you take spectacle over story any day? [via The Guardian ] Photo courtesy of Getty Images.
Bodyguard smashes all opening records
Bodyguard has emerged a gigantic hit at the box office. The film had an earth-shattering opening day total of Rs. 21.5 core and the moolah has not stopped pouring. The grand total of the 5-day extended weekend stands at an astonishing Rs. 88 crore (Approx). The film has smashed all previous weekend records. Salman Khan’s 2010 release Dabangg held the record of the best first week collections (81 crore) and now Bodyguard has surpassed that number in just five days. In the next two days, the film is tipped to cross the magical 100 crore figure as well. Bodyguard has heft behind the other biggies in terms of figures by quite a margin. The films which have gone down the ladder of record first week are Dabangg (81 crore), 3 Idiots (80 crore), Ready (68 crore) and Ghajini (64 crore). With Bodyguard passing the 100 crore mark, Salman Khan has consolidated his numero uno position at the box office.
Prince ordered to pay $4m to perfume company
Prince has been ordered to pay almost $4m to a perfume company after he broke a contract to market one of their products. The eccentric musician entered into an agreement with Revelations Perfume and Cosmetics Inc back in 2006, licensing out his name and likeness for a fragrance named after his album 3121. However, the ‘Purple Rain’ singer later broke the agreement and refused to participate in media interviews or in-store events to promote the product, leading the company to begin legal proceedings against him in 2008. “Since July 2007, despite repeated attempts by Revelations there have been virtually no communications from anyone who could commit to or coordinate any promotional efforts by Prince,” the lawsuit reads. According to Gossip Cop, a New York judge has proposed Prince pay the company $3.95m in damages for failing to meet the agreement conditions. Prince recently paid tribute to the late singer Amy Winehouse during a headline slot at Sziget Festival in Budapest. A second judge will confirm the amount Prince will be fined on November 1.
Brooklyn Decker Cheers Andy Roddick to US Open Win
Supporting her man from a player’s box perch, Brooklyn Decker watched on as Andy Roddick took on Julien Benneteau during Day Seven of the 2011 US Open in New York City on Sunday (September 4). The stunning supermodel/actress drew plenty of looks at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center venue as she intently rooted for her tennis star husband ended up winning in straight sets 6-1; 6-4; 7-6. The outing comes as Miss Decker had an embarrassing incident during Andy’s second round match on Friday night, as she was heckled by media members while waiting for Roddick to leave the dressing room after winning his debut match. Clad in a long sweatshirt, Brooklyn was mistaken for a fellow press colleague, during which time she received jeers with numerous journalists screaming out, “Hurry up and get on the bus,” while completely unaware that they were talking to Roddick’s wife. Onlookers tell that Decker turned a bit red while hurriedly walking towards a players’ van.
Hilary Duff’s Overwhelming Rio Reception
Getting down to business in The Marvelous City, Hilary Duff was spotted leaving the Copacabana Palace Hotel in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Sunday (September 4). The expecting actress/singer/author donned a black maxi dress, black and gold studded belt ,and taupe suede boots as security guards escorted her to an awaiting Toyota Corolla transport. Tweeting about the day’s promotional plans, Miss Duff wrote, “Heading to the book fair biennal. Press for a few hours then going to sign books and meet some fans! It’s all very exciting folks xxo H” The 23-year-old arrived at the Riocentro Book Biennial a short while later, as planned, where she joyously launched her first novel titled “Elixir”. Getting quite the warm reception at the literature based event, Hilary tweeted upon finishing up her launch efforts, “Oh my goodness! Wow I am in shock! Thank you so much for all of this love! Rio fans are amazing, makes me want to cry!!! ”
Victoria Beckham’s Grove Shopping Spree with Baby Harper!
Getting back to into the swing of things after giving birth earlier this summer, Victoria Beckham was in mommy mode at The Grove in Los Angeles, California on Sunday afternoon (September 4). The already-slim former Spice Girls singer toted baby Harper Seven snugly in her arms while sons Brooklyn, Romeo and Cruz also joined in on the Labor Day Weekend family movie excursion. The outing comes as family patriarch, David Beckham, is currently out of town as his LA Galaxy squad readies to take on the Sporting Kansas City team in Kansas City tomorrow (September 5) at 3PM. Meanwhile, Posh took to her Twitter account yesterday to send well-wishes to fellow new mom and former bandmate, Melanie Brown, as she tweeted, “Congratulations to @OfficialMelB!! love, David, Victoria, Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz and baby Harper x VB”
Nick Jonas & Delta Goodrem’s Los Cabos Labor Day Getaway
Escaping for a south of the border Labor Day weekend getaway, Nick Jonas and Delta Goodrem were spotted enjoying a holiday in Los Cabos, Mexico. The “Camp Rock” hunk and his Aussie singer girlfriend took to the pool at their luxury resort on Sunday (September 4), with both Nick and Delta showing off their swimsuit figures while lounging on recliners and taking a dip in the refreshing water. The trip to Mexico comes just after Nick was asked about his ladylove during a recent interview with “Good Day New York,” as the show’s host said, “Is there a special lady in your life?” Not feeling the need to keep the romance under wraps, the soon-to-be 19-year-old replied, “There is yeah, absolutely. I’m very pleased.” Unwilling to go any further when asked for more details, the chivalrous JoBros rocker simply said, “I’m in a great place and very happy and thrilled to be doing what I love and to have someone who cares for me.”
I listen to Lady GaGa,"Shah Rukh Khan"
Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan has said that he is inspired by Lady GaGa. Khan, who has been trying to convince the popstar to do a song for his film Ra.One, said that GaGa is keen to make a crossover into Bollywood. According to IANS, Khan said: “I have been chatting with her over a song that I want to do with her. Her manager once said ‘Lady GaGa wants to introduce her audience to you and she wants to be introduced to your audience’. So one can understand that she believes in pure, simple, wonderful business.” The 45-year-old actor was speaking at the launch of management guru Arindam Chaudhuri and his wife Rajita’s new marketing book Thorns to Competition. He mentioned GaGa during a discussion about reinvention, which he identified as an important marketing tool. “I have learnt reinventing… So I don’t listen to raag Bhairavi any more… I listen to Lady GaGa. My son and daughter have converted me from ‘Saturday Night Fever’ to Justin Bieber.” Akon has already recorded the song ‘Chammak Challo’ for the film, which is due for release in October 2011.
Vidya Balan ‘comfortable with bold scenes’
Vidya Balan has said that she was comfortable shooting the bold scenes for her film The Dirty Picture. The star said that her lack of concern was down to being in the “trusted hands” of director Milan Luthria. According to IANS, Balan told reporters: “I have never enjoyed being a woman more than I did while shooting for The Dirty Picture. I wasn’t uncomfortable doing bold scenes because I knew I was in trusted hands.” Balan portrays the rise and fall of South Indian screen siren Silk Smitha in a film which also stars Tusshar Kapoor, Emraan Hashmi and Naseeruddin Shah. Speaking at the theatrical launch of the film, the actress said: “I have worked with Naseer before but this time it was easier… I was less nervous this time.” On working with Hashmi, with whom she has an intimate scene, she said: “I was wondering how it would be with Emraan, but it was fun.” The project has been made by the same team behind the 2010 release Once Upon A Time In Mumbai. The Dirty Picture releases on December 2.