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Tony Iommi finds 500 riffs while working on new music

Published On: April 23, 2019 10:23 AM NPT By: Agencies

Since Black Sabbath wrapped their final concert in February 2017, guitarist Tony Iommi has taken his time determining his next musical step.

‘Vaccines are safe’ and save lives, UNICEF declares, launching new #VaccinesWork campaign

Published On: April 22, 2019 09:00 PM NPT By: Agencies

To inspire confidence in the power and safety of vaccines, UNICEF is using the hashtag #VaccinesWork for the global campaign, centred around World Immunization Week, which runs from 24 to 30 April.

Katrina Kaif to reunite with Akshay Kumar for 'Sooryanvanshi'

Published On: April 22, 2019 06:50 PM NPT By: Agencies

Katrina Kaif on Monday announced she is reuniting with frequent collaborator Akshay Kumar after a gap of nine years for Rohit Shetty's ‘Sooryanvanshi’. The duo have earlier given hits such as ‘Humko Deewana Kar Gaye’, ‘Namastey London’, ‘Welcome’ and ‘Singh is Kinng’, among others.

My daughters have strong theatrical family genes, says Drew Barrymore

Published On: April 22, 2019 05:46 PM NPT By: Agencies

Hollywood star Drew Barrymore says her daughters, Olive and Frankie are "very theatrical" and enjoy coming on film sets. The 44-year-old actor said she can sense her children are interested in pursuing acting.

Linkin Park talking about making new music, says Joe Hahn

Published On: April 22, 2019 03:35 PM NPT By: Agencies

Joe Hahn, DJ of the iconic American rock band Linkin Park, has revealed the group is planning to make new music together. The music group, which features Mike Shinoda, Brad Delson, Dave Farrell, Hahn, and Rob Bourdon, went on a hiatus after the death of frontman Chester Bennington in 2017.

Josh Lucas talks about 'Sweet Home Alabama' sequel

Published On: April 22, 2019 03:00 PM NPT By: Agencies

Josh Lucas has teased about a potential follow-up to 2002 hit romcom, ‘Sweet Home Alabama’, saying director Andy Tennant has "extensively" talked about a sequel with the actor.

Ed Sheeran responds to fate reveal of his 'Game of Thrones' character

Published On: April 22, 2019 02:05 PM NPT By: Agencies

Ed Sheeran has thanked ‘Game of Thrones’ writers for not killing off his character in the HBO series. The singer appeared as Eddie, a Lannister soldier, in the seventh season premiere episode of the show on the request of his friend, series star Maisie Williams (who plays Arya Stark).

Countdown begins for 'Kabir Singh': Shahid unveils new poster

Published On: April 22, 2019 12:05 PM NPT By: Agencies

Actor Shahid Kapoor dropped yet another poster from his upcoming film 'Kabir Singh' on Sunday.

Ryan Reynolds poses with a giant 'Pikachu'

Published On: April 22, 2019 10:00 AM NPT By: Agencies

After Ryan Reynolds introduced his fans to his new avatar in the trailer of 'Pokemon The 'Deadpool' actor shared the image through his Instagram handle and captioned wittily, "Update: I'm tiny. Detective Pikachu. Beijing."

Michelle Branch, Patrick Carney are now married!

Published On: April 22, 2019 09:00 AM NPT By: Agencies

Singer-songwriter Michelle Branch and musician Patrick Carney just tied the knot. The singer and 'The Black Keys' drummer got hitched in New Orleans at the beautiful Marigny Opera House, reported E! News.

Alden Ehrenreich was almost cast as Dan on 'Gossip Girl'

Published On: April 21, 2019 05:05 PM NPT By: Agencies

"Han Solo" star Alden Ehrenreich was the first choice for the role of Dan in popular series "Gossip Girl".

John Singleton recovering after suffering stroke

Published On: April 21, 2019 04:35 PM NPT By: Agencies

Filmmaker John Singleton is currently in ICU and is recovering after suffering a heart stroke. The family of the 51-year-old "Boyz n the Hood" director and screenwriter confirmed the news to E! online.

Eminem celebrates 11 years of sobriety

Published On: April 21, 2019 04:10 PM NPT By: Agencies

Rap king Eminem is celebrating 11 years of abstinence from alcohol and drugs. The 46-year-old recording artiste, who has struggled with booze and substance abuse over the years, took to Instagram Saturday to share the news.

Ayushmann Khurrana, Annu Kapoor team up for 'Dream Girl'

Published On: April 21, 2019 03:41 PM NPT By: Agencies

Bollywood powerhouse Ayushmann Khurrana is all set to team up with his 'Vicky Donor' co-star Annu Kapoor for his upcoming film.

Here's scientific evidence chocolate can boost your brain power

Published On: April 21, 2019 02:30 PM NPT By: Agencies

Italian scientists have found evidence that a daily dose of cocoa acts as a dietary supplement to counteract different types of cognitive decline.

Sunny Deol was the only choice for 'Blank': Director Behzad Khambata

Published On: April 21, 2019 01:03 PM NPT By: Agencies

Debutant director Behzad Khambata says actor Sunny Deol was his first and only choice for action-thriller "Blank".

Guru Randhawa's recent song garners 33 million hits in just 24 hours

Published On: April 21, 2019 11:06 AM NPT By: Agencies

The recent hit titled 'Slowly Slowly' featuring Guru Randhawa and Pitbull has garnered 33 million hits on YouTube in just 24 hours. The 'High Rated Gabru' singer expressed his excitement over the same on his Instagram page.

11 killed in gov't office building attack in Kabul

Published On: April 21, 2019 10:45 AM NPT By: Agencies

KABUL, April 21: Eleven people were killed and eight civilians wounded after assailants armed with gun, grenades and suicide bomb jackets stormed an 18-story government office building in the central of Afghanistan's capital of Kabul on Saturday.

Jaden Smith joined by dad Will Smith at Coachella

Published On: April 21, 2019 10:00 AM NPT By: Agencies

The audience at Coachella welcomed Will Smith with a loud cheer when he joined his son Jaden Smith to perform the song 'Icon'.

Yami Gautam reminisces 7 years of 'Vicky Donor'

Published On: April 21, 2019 09:00 AM NPT By: Agencies

Yami Gautam and Ayushmann Khurrana  starrer film 'Vicky Donor', which did extremely well on the box office has completed 7 years of its making.