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The International News Weekly ENTERTAINMENT April 27, 2018 | Toronto 14 Kangana Ranaut to debut at Cannes red carpet Indo-Asian News Service Mumbai : Actress Kangana Ranaut will be making her debut at the red carpet of the prestigious Cannes Film Festival this year. The "Queen" star will attend the fest in association with liquor brand Grey Goose as part of its global celebration of cinematic craft -- Vive Le Cinema. "It is overwhelming to witness the recognition and appreciation for Indian cinema at international platforms like Cannes," Kangana said in a statement to IANS. "Grey Goose has created a unique platform of celebration to toast the game changing films at Cannes this year and I'm thrilled to partner with this global icon of luxury in the country of its origin," she added. Anshuman Goenka, Marketing Head of Bacardi India, feels Kangana "embodies the cinematic expression of Grey Goose through her passion for the field and ability to fly beyond the realm of commercial cinema". The 71st Cannes Film Festival will be held from May 8-19. This year, acclaimed Indian actress-filmmaker Nandita Das' directorial "Manto", a biographical on controversial Urdu writer Saadat Hasan Manto, has made its way to the Un Certain Regard segment of the fest. "Nakkash", featuring Inaamulhaq, will also be part of the film gala. Tillotama Shome-starrer "Sir" will be screened at sidebar Cannes Critics' Week. Playing Manmohan Singh most difficult role of my career, says Anupam Kher Indo-Asian News Service Mumbai : Industry veteran Anupam Kher, whose career has spanned over three decades and over 500 films, says playing the role of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has been the most difficult one in his career. Anupam spoke to the media on the sidelines of the the Master Deenanath Mangeshkar Smruti Pratishthan Awards 2018 held here on Tuesday. Asked whether he has completed shooting of ambitious film "The Accidental Prime Minister", Kher said: "No... Only 40 per cent of the film shoot has been completed. I have studied the character of Manmohan Singh for four months and it is the most difficult role that I have done. I hope the audience will see his journey on-screen really soon. A video of Anupam in the midst of the film's shoot was met with appreciation for how well the actor has tried to mould his walk and demeanour to match Singh's distinct style. At the awards ceremony, Anupam received a special honour for his contribution to Indian theatre and cinema. Indo-Asian News Service "I have come straight here only to receive this award from England after completing my shooting (schedule) for 'The Accidental Prime Minister'. I am really honoured and fortunate to receive this award. "The kind of contribution that the Mangeshkar family has in the world of music is really unbelievable. They have not only won our hearts with their music, but with voices of Mangeshkar sisters, they have united the nation and that is their achievement. It's a great feeling to receive an honour by them." Anupam dedicated the award to youngsters from rural parts of India. "Whenever I receive an award for my work, it motivates me to do even better. I always say that it s not my lifetime achievement award because I feel like I have started my career just now. This award I have dedicated to youngsters from rural parts of India who come here (to Mumbai) and work hard towards achieving success. "I just want to advice them that if a boy like me who was son of clerk from forest department of Shimla can receive this award, then they can also achieve many things in their life." Avicii mourned at Coachella music fest Los Angeles : The unexpected death of world-renowned Swedish DJ and electronic dance music producer Avicii brought a sombre note to the 2018 Coachella music festival, especially near the Sahara Tent - the stage where the DJ closed the night in 2012. Avicii received a loving tribute from Norwegian DJ Kygo, who performed on the Sahara Tent on Saturday, reports variety.com. Towards the end of his set, an image of Avicii appeared on the video screens while the 2017 song "Without you" played. The screens then flashed Avicii's name and the words: "Rest in peace. We will miss you." Nile Rodgers, who had collaborated with Avicii, said on the stage: "Just yesterday (Friday), one of my best friends in the world, Avicii, passed away." Diljit Dosanjh becomes face of fashion brand New DelhI: Actor Diljit Dosanjh has been roped in as brand ambassador for the menswear of fbb, a fashion retail format from Future Group. He will promote the entire men's range -- casual, sports, ethnic, formal and party collection, read a statement to IANS. "Fashion is one's own style statement. The clothes you wear are an extension of your personality. Through my association with fbb, I will explore different styles and hope my fans are inspired to discover fashion that defines their personality," Diljit said. On the association, Rajesh Seth, Chief Operating Officer at fbb, said: "Diljit represents today's youth and connects seamlessly with fbb's target audience. With this association we would like to capitalize on his popularity and strengthen our reach in the entire north zone." The brand campaign featuring Diljit will go live very soon. Salman Khan meets Mehbooba Mufti in Kashmir Indo-Asian News Service Srinagar : Superstar Salman Khan and producer Ramesh Taurani, who are currently busy here with the shoot of the third instalment of the "Race" franchise, met Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti. Salman and the film's team reached the picturesque Sonamarg hill station in the state for a two-day shooting schedule of Remo D'Souza directed movie "Race 3". A photograph of their meeting was shared by Taurani on his Twitter account. "We thank Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti for welcoming us in Kashmir for the final lap of 'Race 3' with Salman Khan," Taurani tweeted with the image, in which he has posed with Mufti, Salman and the actor's bodyguard Shera. Besides Salman, "Race 3" will also feature Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Jacqueline Fernandez, Daisy Shah and Saqib Saleem. The film scheduled to be released coinciding with the Eid festival on June 15.
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