Saif still perfect for love stories: Deepika Padukone

 After working in movies like “Love Aaj Kal” and “Aarakshan”, actress Deepika Padukone has once again teamed with Saif Ali Khan in “Cocktail”. She feels the 41-year-old is one actor who fits romantic roles perfectly even after so many years in the film industry.

“In spite of him (Saif Ali Khan) having worked so much, he is still someone who fits these young love stories and romantic characters,” Deepika, 26, told IANS.

“Cockatil”, directed by Homi Adajania, revolves around the lives of three friends – Veronica, Gautam and Meera, played by Deepika, Saif and newcomer Diana Penty, respectively.

Deepika, who will be seen as a confident and fun-loving girl in the film, says the character was challenging and she needed inner confidence to play it.

“I remember I was in Mauritius two years ago when I got the script. I felt that I was ready to play Veronica. I knew I needed inner confidence to be able to pull it off because the character could go wrong in many ways,” she said.

Explaining the background of her character, she said: “Veronica is feisty, but not a rebel. She has grown up in a broken family, so she has not got the conventional love of parents while growing up. So she likes to be surrounded by people probably to get her mind off other things.”

“Cocktail” is releasing Friday.

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Kareena Kapoor to catwalk at Lakme Fashion Week finale?

 Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor is likely to walk the Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) winter-festive 2012 runway at the grand finale to be jointly presented by designer Kallol Dutta and duo Pankaj-Nidhi.

The forthcoming edition will be held here Aug 3-7.

“Kareena walked for Manish Malhotra two seasons ago and we have shared the work with her. We are already working with her (for this season). Kareena is taking out time for that,” Purnima Lamba, head (Innovations), Lakme, told IANS.

However, Lamba says nothing is finalised for Kareena’s grand finale catwalk.

“At this point we haven’t decided the prospect of it, but she (Kareena) is very excited to walk for us. So Kareena might be the showstopper,” said Lamba.

In the last season, veteran designer Rohit Bal presented an outstanding finale. But this time fairly new designers like Kallol Dutta and Pankaj-Nidhi are getting the chance.

Lamba said: “I don’t see there is any risk. As somebody who has invested in the future of fashion, it is my responsibility to give them a voice…The concept of bringing fresh perspective to the finale was very exciting. So we were very thrilled to get them on board and they both have very individual takes on fashion.

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Warner Bros. to Announce Next DC Films Soon, May Release 'Justice League' in 2015

 Warner Bros. Pictures and DC Entertainment apparently have already prepared a number of new movies after "The Dark Knight Rises". Warners' film group President Jeff Robinov revealed that the studio will announce its upcoming comic book movies real soon.

"My hope is that over the next month or so, we'll be ready to lay out the plan for the next DC movies," Robinov told Los Angeles Times. The upcoming announcement will likely involve confirmation on whether or not Warners/DC will make the big screen take on Aquaman, Flash and Wonder Woman.

Before moving on to further projects, the studio is already developing "Man of Steel" and "Justice League". While the Superman movie is slated for a June 14, 2013 release in the U.S., the superhero ensemble film still hasn't got its release date. Though so, L.A. Times stated that the long-awaited film might be released nationwide sometime in 2015.

Speaking about "Justice League", Robinov weighed in on Christopher Nolan's recent statement that he wouldn't be involved in the forthcoming ensemble movie. Robinov admitted that Warners actually hoped that Nolan would agree to helm the long-gestating project. "It was a conversation we had," the President said. "Obviously anything you can get Chris involved in is great."

Previously, Nolan had said "No" to the chance to direct "Justice League". He claimed, "No, none at all. We're finished with all we're doing with Batman. This is the end of our take on this character," before adding, "I've got no plans to do anything more, and certainly, no involvement with any Justice League project."

Warners has been developing "Justice League" for several years. At first, the studio chose George Miller as the director with Kieran and Michele Mulroney penning the script. The initial plan was to tap Adam Brody as the Flash, Megan Gale as Wonder Woman, and then-newcomer Armie Hammer as Batman.

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Kristen Wiig Happier Than Ever With Her Rocker Boyfriend

 Kristen Wiig says she's quite content with her life now. In a cover story for Marie Claire's August Issue, the 38-year-old actress cites her relationship with Fabrizio Moretti, who plays drums in indie rock band The Strokes, as one of her reasons to be happy.

"I will say that I'm happier than I've ever been," Wiig gushes. "And I feel very lucky right now." The "Bridesmaids" star, who left her post as a "Saturday Night Live" regular earlier this year, explains, "Where I am now. Who he is. Those are the two big ones."

Responding to questions as to why she left "SNL", she says, "I know a lot of people probably assume, 'Oh, she's leaving because she is going to be doing movies now and things like that,' which I will be, but I just always knew it was going to be seven [years] and that was it."

The comedienne joined the longrunning variety show in 2005. She survived the budget cut and became a full member a year later. "I think maybe if I were 22, I could see myself staying a little bit, but it just felt like the right time," she reasons.

Wiig made her final appearance as an "SNL" regular in an "emotional" episode airing on May 19. It was hosted by Mick Jagger and featured Amy Poehler, Chris Kattan, Chris Parnell, Will Forte and Steve Martin. "I just wanted to get through it without breaking down in every sketch," she says.

"It was a very surreal moment," she continues. "You have all this stuff going on in your head, like, 'I can't believe seven years has gone by, and I'm going to miss all these people.' And I'm like, 'Oh, by the way, Mick Jagger is to my right, and I just danced a waltz with him.' So there's that."

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Report: Lindsay Lohan In Talks to Join 'Scary Movie 5'

 Lindsay Lohan might be close to add another big screen project to her resume. After landing a role in "The Canyons", the troubled actress, who will appear as Elizabeth Taylor in TV movie "Liz & Dick", is reportedly in talks to join horror comedy pic "Scary Movie 5".

The news was first broken by The Wrap, which has learned that Lohan might star in the fifth installment of the horror-movie spoof franchise. Details of what character the 26-year-old actress will play are still unclear. Representatives for the production haven't said anything yet to confirm Lohan's casting.

Should the "Machete" actress really seal the deal to join "Scary Movie 5", she will star opposite Ashley Tisdale, Anthony Anderson, Regina Hall, Craig Bierko and Erica Ash. The film is planned to kick off the production this September with director duo Malcolm Lee and David Zucker, who also wrote the script for "Scary Movie 3" and "Scary Movie 4".

"Scary Movie 5" is projected to hit theaters across the U.S. on April 19, 2013.

Lohan's upcoming big screen stint will be "The Canyons", in which she will star opposite porn star James Deen. She will play Deen's girlfriend who is "addicted to a materialist lifestyle." The sexual thriller will be helmed by Paul Schrader with Bret Easton Ellis penning the script.

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Kim Kardashian Mirrors Kanye West's Casual Outfit

 Kim Kardashian, who's often seen in designer outfits, dressed down when going out with her beau Kanye West recently. The couple enjoyed a shopping trip to Westfield Topanga Plaza at Woodland Hills, California and stepped out with a bag each. Hers was smaller that his.

Kim wore a plain white tee, a black hoodie and a pair of super-tight jeans, but she refused to give up her heeled footwear. Kanye looked almost similar in dark-colored jeans and sneakers that he paired with a gray t-shirt and hoodie. They drove a Lamborghini for the outing.

Although she's inseparable from Kanye, Kim took time to welcome the arrival of her niece Penelope Scotland Disick. "Only an aunt can give hugs like a mother, can keep secrets like a sister, and share love like a friend," she posted a motivational card.

She additionally wrote, "Kourtney gave birth to a beautiful baby daughter on Sunday and the whole family is so thrilled to finally meet her! She is absolutely perfect! I am so excited to be an aunt again and can't wait to spoil little Penelope."

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Pictures: Lady GaGa Gives Paparazzi Middle Finger Salute

 Lady GaGa was not impressed by cameramen who were waiting for her at LAX airport. The Mother Monster just returned to U.S. from her concerts in Australia, but she's already not in a good mood. The New Yorker raised her middle finger to the swarming paparazzi.

The outlandish singer wore a black leather jacket on top of her bra and panties. The "Born This Way" hitmaker completed her look with stockings, high-platform boots and sunglasses. The singer/songwriter let her long blonde hair loose covering half of her no-smile face.

GaGa has a month-long break before heading to Europe to resume her tour promoting her album "Born This Way". She will stay across the pond until October 6 before flying to South Africa for a live concert in Johannesburg and Cape Town in November and December respectively.

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Kourtney Kardashian Delivers a Baby Girl Penelope Scotland Disick

 Congratulation is in order for Kourtney Kardashian. She has just given birth to her second child with beau Scott Disick. She delivered a baby girl on Sunday morning, July 8 at Los Angeles' Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. The couple named the newborn Penelope Scotland Disick.

The baby weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces at time of birth. "Scott and I are overjoyed to welcome our precious angel Penelope Scotland Disick into our lives. We are forever blessed. Mommy and baby are resting comfortably," Kourtney told E! News.

Kourtney, who gave birth to her first child Mason three years ago, had a natural birth last Sunday. "It was a great. She had an easy delivery," said her mother Kris Jenner. "[Penelope] is so cute. She looks just like Mason. She's so beautiful. We are so happy."

Her sisters Kim and Khloe Kardashian have all taken to Twitter to send congratulation to the expanding family. Kim Kardashian tweeted, "Welcome to the world Penelope Scotland Disick!!!!" while Khloe excitedly posted, "Such an amazing day!!!!!"

Kim additionally wrote a longer message on her official blog. The girlfriend of Kanye West shared, "Kourtney gave birth to a beautiful baby daughter on Sunday and the whole family is so thrilled to finally meet her!"

She continued gushing about her niece, "She is absolutely perfect! I am so excited to be an aunt again and can't wait to spoil little Penelope. I know Mason is going to be the best big brother in the whole world. Congratulations Kourtney and Scott."

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Gandalf the Grey Featured in 'The Hobbit' Poster for Comic-Con 2012

 Days before it goes to Hall H of the 2012 San Diego Comic-Con, Peter Jackson's "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" unleashes a brand new poster. Being debuted on the film's official Facebook page, the one-sheet features a beautiful landscape of what seems to be the green valley in Hobbiton.

Instead of featuring its lead protagonist, Bilbo Baggins, the poster presents Gandalf the Grey. Donning his signature wizard robe and hat, the elderly wizard portrayed by Ian McKellen walks alone in the green terrain.

Along with the one-sheet, Jackson leaves a note for "Hobbit" fans, "Hi everyone. Here's an exclusive Comic Con poster. Be sure to get your copy in San Diego and let me know what you think of it! Cheers, Peter J ."

"The Hobbit" follows the adventure of Bilbo as he is swept into an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor, which was long ago conquered by the dragon Smaug. Approached by the wizard Gandalf the Grey, the uncle of Frodo finds himself joining a company of dwarves led by Thorin Oakensheild. Martin Freeman stars as Bilbo, while Richard Armitage portrays Thorin Oakenshield.

Before arriving in cinemas nationwide on December 14, "The Hobbit" will go to Comic-Con's Hall H during a Warner Bros. Pictures panel at 2:30-5:00 P.M. on Saturday, July 14.

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'The Dark Knight Rises' Main Characters Explained in 13-Minute Featurette

 Less than two weeks before it finally opens nationwide, "The Dark Knight Rises" releases a 13-minute behind-the-scenes featurette. In it, director Christopher Nolan and the leading cast members explain the film's main characters, including Bruce Wayne, Bane, Selina Kyle, John Blake, Lucius Fox, Alfred Pennyworth and Miranda Tate.

Also highlighted in the promotional video is the making of the epic movie. Shot in six different locations, the film used various massive sets and gadgets that were built in details and perfection. The footage also shows how Nolan filmed the stadium bombing scene and the police vs. mercenaries battle scene on the streets of Gotham.

Nolan, who has just received a hand and foot print honor at the Grauman's Chinese Theatre, recently opened up to MTV News that "The Dark Knight Rises" is going to highlight "pain" as its main theme. "There's a lot about the consequences of actions [in 'The Dark Knight Rises']," he explained.

"There's a lot about being true to where we left things and where we left the characters at the end of 'The Dark Knight'. [We really tried] to push that forward, saying, 'OK, where would that really go if we carried that story on?' "

Due to open wide in the U.S. on July 20, "The Dark Knight Rises" will see Bane arriving in Gotham City and forcing the Caped Crusader to resurface after taking the fall for Harvey Dent's crimes. It stars Christian Bale, Anne Hathaway, Tom Hardy, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Gary Oldman, Morgan Freeman and Marion Cotillard.

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Justin Bieber Filed Harassment Complaint Against Pap Who Chased Him

 Justin Bieber is taking a defensive action in the recent speeding case, filing a complaint against one of the paparazzi who chased him down the 101 Freeway in Los Angeles. The pop star claimed that one paparazzi was endangering many lives by persistently pursuing his car.

Bieber was approached by police officers on the set of his music video "As Long as You Love Me" on Friday, July 6 afternoon after the incident. The singer had been cited for speeding earlier that morning but he filed a harassment complaint, pinning the fault on one particular photographer.

The officers took his statement on the L.A. set and Bieber told them what happened blow by blow including the pap's license plate number. Interestingly, the pap in question was on the music video shoot taking snaps. Police took his statement as well and are investigating the entire situation.

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Angelina Jolie's Engagement Ring Makes Its Debut in Bosnia

 Angelina Jolie showed off her engagement ring from longtime partner Brad Pitt for the first time on Saturday, July 7 when she attended Sarajevo Film Festival in Bosnia. The 37-year-old actress wore the 4 carat sparkler and waved her hand to the crowd.

Jolie was at the festival to receive the Honorary Citizen of Sarajevo from Prime Minister of the Sarajevo Canton, Fikret Music, for her contributions to the country. She directed her first film "In the Land of Blood and Honey", a love story set during Bosnian War.

"The time I spent and the people I met in Bosnia have changed me forever," she said. "I can't tell you how much it means to me to be named an honorary citizen of Sarajevo, a city so dear to my heart." Talking about the movie, she said, "It was the hardest thing I have ever done because of my deep respect for the people that really experienced it. The experience here was so unique for me that I felt very connected to the people."

The diamond ring reportedly cost $500,000 and was co-designed by Pitt and jeweler Robert Procop. The engagement was not confirmed until April when a photographer snapped a picture of the ring when she attended a private viewing at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's Chinese Galleries. Jolie has not made any public attendance since.

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'The Amazing Spider-Man' Opens Strong as Box Office Champion

 As predicted by most observers, "The Amazing Spider-Man" successfully opens as the new champion on North American box office. The superhero movie, which was released last Tuesday, July 3, collects an estimated $65 million on its debut weekend and a solid $140 million on its first six days.

Still, the Andrew Garfield-starring movie opens softer than the six-day result of Sam Raimi's three Spidey movies. "Spider-Man" took in $144.1 million in 2002, "Spider-Man 2" grabbed $180.1 million in 2004, while "Spider-Man 3" collected $176.2 million in 2007.

Last week's chart-topper "Ted" drops to the second spot with around $32.5 million this weekend. The Mark Wahlberg and Seth MacFarlane-starring raunchy comedy earns a total domestic cume of $120.2 after two weeks of playing in the U.S. cinemas. "Brave", meanwhile, secures the third place by adding approximately $20.1 million for a total domestic cume of $174.5 million on its third weekend.

Landing on the fourth place is Oliver Stone's violent thriller "Savages" with an estimated $16.1 million on its first weekend. The result is quite satisfying since Universal Pictures expected the R-rated film to gross around $10 million on its opening weekend. The film also marks Taylor Kitsch's relatively most successful debut this year compared to "John Carter" and "Battleship".

Rounding up the top five is "Magic Mike", which adds $15.6 million for a total cume of $72,7 after two weeks of playing nationwide. On the other hand, Katy Perry's concert documentary movie "Katy Perry: Part of Me" has a weak opening as it places eighth with around $7.1 million. The 3D film can't beat "Justin Bieber: Never Say Never" which opened to $29.5 million on its first weekend in 2011.

Top Ten Movies at Box Office for July 6- 8:

1. "The Amazing Spider-Man" - $65 million
2. "Ted" - $32.5 million
3. "Brave" - $20.1 million
4. "Savages" - $16.1 million
5. "Magic Mike" - $15.6 million
6. "Madea's Witness Protection" - $10.2 million
7. "Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted" - $7.7 million
8. "Katy Perry: Part of Me" - $7.1 million
9. "Moonrise Kingdom" - $4.6 million
10. "To Rome with Love" - $3.5 million

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Justin Bieber Kisses Hot Girl on 'As Long as You Love Me' Music Video Set

 Justin Bieber seemed undeterred by his recent speeding ticket. After a bad morning, the pop star was all smile when shooting the music video for his latest music video "As Long as You Love Me" in Los Angeles on Friday, July 6 afternoon.

The 18-year-old immersed himself in the work, shooting romantic scenes with a hot brunette who is not his girlfriend Selena Gomez. Bieber wrapped his arm around the pretty girl as they shared steamy kiss. He was later seen showcasing his dancing talent.

Bieber received support from fellow celebrities during the shoot. "My big bros @usherraymondiv @iamwill and @asherRoth all came thru the video shoot. ‪#Believe," he tweeted. Rapper Big Sean will appear in the video, tweeting "@justinbieber gonna be a GOOD vid! Congrats boi."

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Scarlett Johansson May Be Highest Paid Actress After 'The Avengers 2'

 Scarlett Johansson is set to take the title of highest paid female actor of all time as she has been offered 13 million pound to take the role of Black Widow once again. The British media are reporting that producers want the 27-year-old to reprise Agent Natasha Romanoff in "The Avengers 2".

"Scarlett is the hottest star in Hollywood and her inclusion in the sequel is a must," a source told The Sun. "Producers think that as the only lead woman in the film male fans have found her a key ingredient - both for sex and story appeal. She is loved by critics too."

Money may not be a problem for the producers because the first movie raked in 936 million pounds in the worldwide box office. The other "Avengers" stars, Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Hemsworth, reportedly will also see a 50 percent pay rise in the sequel.

Johansson will replace Angelina Jolie as highest paid actress if she indeed gets such paycheck. Jolie took 12.2 million pounds when starring in 2010's "The Tourist".

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