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Jay-Z opens up about his mother's struggle with lesbianism

Published On: March 31, 2019 06:11 PM NPT By: Agencies

Pop icon Jay-Z took to the stage at the 30th annual Media's Vanguard awards and shared his mother's struggle about concealing her sexual orientation for the sake of her children. Jay's latest album 4:44 has a track, 'Smile' that features his mother Gloria Carter. "Mama had four kids, but she's a lesbian. Had to pretend so long that she's a thespian. Had to hide in the closet, so she medicate. Society shame and the pain was too much to take," he raps on the track.

Nicki Minaj sued for $43000 by former stylist

Published On: March 31, 2019 05:23 PM NPT By: Agencies

Nicki Minaj's former stylist Cristina Acevedo has filed a law of $43000 filed against the rapper.

Liam Neeson apologizes for racial comment, says he was 'wrong'

Published On: March 31, 2019 02:26 PM NPT By: Agencies

Liam Neeson apologized for the comments that he once considered a racist "revenge" attack which came out in February. As a formal apology, Liam came out open to the media and expressed his sorrow over what had sparked a row.

Facebook to tighten live stream access after mosque attacks

Published On: March 31, 2019 12:30 PM NPT By: Agencies

SAN FRANCISCO, March 31: Facebook on Friday said it is tightening live video streaming rules in response to the service being used to broadcast deadly attacks on mosques in New Zealand.

Egypt court sentences 30 men up to 25 years in jail over terror charges

Published On: March 31, 2019 12:00 PM NPT By: Agencies

CAIRO, March 31: An Egyptian court sentenced on Saturday 30 defendants up to 25 years in prisons over terrorist charges and affiliation with the Islamic State (IS) militant group, official MENA news agency reported.

Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas headed for divorce within 3 months of marriage: US magazine

Published On: March 31, 2019 11:38 AM NPT By: Agencies

Actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Nick Jonas are not having a good time with each other and the couple is already headed for a divorce, claims a magazine.

Netflix renewed its hit supernatural thriller series, 'The Order,' for season 2

Published On: March 31, 2019 10:17 AM NPT By: Agencies

Netflix has ordered another season of its new hit supernatural thriller series.

Ranveer Singh launches independent music record label

Published On: March 30, 2019 02:05 PM NPT By: Agencies

Bollywood powerhouse Ranveer Singh, who recently won million hearts with his acting prowess and brilliant rapping skills in Zoya Akhtar's 'Gully Boy', has taken his love for music a notch higher.

Tom Hanks in talks to join Elvis Presley biopic

Published On: March 30, 2019 01:02 PM NPT By: Agencies

American actor Tom Hanks is in negotiations to play the late singer Elvis Presley's iconic manager Colonel Tom Parker in Baz Luhrmann's upcoming directorial based on the life of the legendary musician.

Diljit Dosanjh unveils his wax statue at Delhi's Madame Tussauds

Published On: March 30, 2019 12:04 PM NPT By: Agencies

Diljit Dosanjh on Thursday unveiled his wax figure at Madame Tussauds Museum here and the singer-actor said it was a dream come true for him.

Int'l community pledges more practical actions to tackle climate change

Published On: March 30, 2019 11:05 AM NPT By: Agencies

UNITED NATIONS, March 30: High-ranking government officials or representatives from countries attending a UN high-level meeting pledged on Friday that their governments will continue to take more practical actions to cope with the fast-paced climate change.

Janhvi Kapoor to star opposite Rajkummar Rao in 'Rooh-Afza'

Published On: March 30, 2019 10:05 AM NPT By: Agencies

Actor Janhvi Kapoor has been roped in to feature in Rajkummar Rao and Varun Sharma starrer horror comedy, "Rooh-Afza.

'Game of Thrones' actor Brendan Cowell joins 'Avatar' sequels

Published On: March 30, 2019 09:05 AM NPT By: Agencies

Actor Brendan Cowell is the latest addition to the cast of James Cameron's "Avatar" sequels. Cowell, who appeared as Harrag in the seventh season of HBO's epic-fantasy drama "Game of Thrones", has joined the franchise.

Don Rickles to appear as Mr Potato Head in 'Toy Story 4'

Published On: March 29, 2019 05:58 PM NPT By: Agencies

‘Toy Story 4’ director Josh Cooley has confirmed that legendary insult comedian Don Rickles' will appear in the film as Mr Potato Head. The late comedian, who passed away in 2017 at age 90, was signed on to play the character in 2014.

Janhvi Kapoor to star opposite Rajkummar Rao in 'Rooh-Afza'

Published On: March 29, 2019 05:30 PM NPT By: Agencies

he upcoming film, co-starring 'Fukrey' fame Varun Sharma, will go on floors in June 2019. As per media reports, Janhvi will play a double role in the film and both her characters namely Roohi and Afsana will be contrasting personalities. The film is all set to hit big screens on March 20 next year. Apart from this, Rajkummar will be next seen in 'Mental Hai Kya', in which he reunites with his 'Queen' co-star Kangana Ranaut. He will also appear in 'Made in China' alongside Mouni Roy.

Ranveer Singh launches independent music record label

Published On: March 29, 2019 04:23 PM NPT By: Agencies

Bollywood powerhouse Ranveer Singh, who recently won million hearts with his acting prowess and brilliant rapping skills in Zoya Akhtar's 'Gully Boy', has taken his love for music a notch higher. Apart from garnering immense appreciation for his roles, the actor has also made a name for himself in the music industry- thanks to his rapping skills. And now achieving another feat, the actor launched his independent music record label- IncInk.

At Least 25 Die in Office Tower Fire in Dhaka, Bangladesh

Published On: March 29, 2019 02:05 PM NPT By: Agencies

DHAKA, March 29: A fire broke out on Thursday in a large office tower in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, killing at least 25 people and injuring several dozen others, officials said.

Over 50 IS militants killed by U.S.-led airstrikes in eastern Syria

Published On: March 29, 2019 12:50 PM NPT By: Agencies

DAMASCUS, March 29: At least 50 Islamic State (IS) militants were killed Thursday by U.S.-led airstrikes on a caves area in eastern Syria, a war monitor reported.

Here's how Lady Gaga is celebrating her birthday

Published On: March 29, 2019 12:05 PM NPT By: Agencies

American singer-songwriter Lady Gaga, who won her first Oscar this year, has another reason to celebrate, as the artist turns a year older today.

Was jealous of Indian directors when I first discovered Indian films: Chuck Russell

Published On: March 29, 2019 10:00 AM NPT By: Agencies

"The Mask" director Chuck Russell always wanted to be a part of Hindi films as he loves the way Bollywood movies incorporate song-and-dance routines.