Tom Cruise Could Sing With Taylor Swift in 'Rock of Ages'

After years of running, jumping and shooting, Tom Cruise could show his singing skill in his upcoming movie. He has been offered a supporting role in "Rock of Ages", Deadline Hollywood reports and his rep has confirmed it to Access Hollywood.

Cruise has not sealed the deal with New Line Cinema but words on the street are he may be seen as a bartender and get an opportunity to belt out a bunch of 80s hair band tunes. If he takes the job, the 48-year-old actor may star alongside Taylor Swift who has been linked to the lead role.

Swift allegedly will portray Sherrie Christian, a small town girl pursuing her dream in big city. The film, which is based on a Broadway play "Rock of Ages", will revolve around a young rocker hungry for his big break and Sherrie who both land on the LA rock scene just as a legendary Hollywood venue is facing its demise.

"Rock of Ages" has Adam Shankman on board to serve behind the lens with Chris D'Arienzo writing the screenplay. The drama musical is scheduled to start production in early 2011.

Tom Cruise is currently filming "Mission: Impossible IV" in which he reprises his role of Ethan Hunt. The actor, who was last seen in "Knight & Day", is lately rumored to return to "Top Gun 2" but director Tony Scott has not confirmed or denied it.

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Akshay Kumar Plays Himself To Launch Best Friend’s Son

In Breakaway, the  Indo-Canadian film that Akshay Kumar is co-producing with his best-friend Canada-based entrepreneur Ajay Virmani to launch Virmani’s son Vinay, the star will for the first time appear as himself.

Akshay will play Akshay in Breakaway and that too because the debutant Vinay Virmani, who has co-scripted Breakaway, hero-worships Akshay and wrote the role specially for the star.

Says a source close to the project, “Akshay and AJ (that’s how Ajay Virmani likes to be known ) go back a long way. In fact AJ has a permanent room in his home for Akshay for whenever the star visits Toronto. Earlier AJ ghost-produced some of Akshay’s films. Now they’re openly into joint ventures. Akshay has virtually seen Vinay grow up in front of him. The boy completely idolizes Akshay to the extent of imitating his mannerisms and watching all his films repeatedly.”

When Vinay wrote the father-son story in Breakaway, he not only borrowed scenes from his own life with his father-figure Akshay, the boy also insisted on creating a cameo for his idol. For the first time Akshay Kumar will appear as himself on screen.

Confirming this, Anupam Kher, who plays Vinay Virmani’s father in Breakaway ,says from Toronto, “Akshay will appear as himself in the film. Breakaway is an emotional father-son story. I accepted the film because I’ve a very powerful role as a father.”

Anupam tried to grow a beard for the part. But finally gave up. “The facial growth was just not sufficient. So Vinay will have to  make do with a beardless father.”

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Miley Cyrus' Parents, Billy and Tish, File for Divorce

 Miley Cyrus' parents, country music singer Billy Ray Cyrus and Leticia "Tish" Cyrus, will officially end their 17 years of marriage. Billy, who is listed as the plaintiff, filed for divorce from Tish in Williamson Country Chancery Court, Tennessee on Tuesday, October 26, Us Magazine reported.

In the documents, Billy cited "irreconcilable differences" and is seeking for shared custody of their three minor kids. Furthermore, the "You Won't Be Lonely" singer is requesting the court to "approve a parenting plan" to be signed by both him and Tish and to make an "equitable distribution of the marital estate."

Billy and Tish have since released a joint statement over the separation. "As you can imagine, this is a very difficult time for our family," the statement read. "We are trying to work through some personal matters. We appreciate your thoughts and prayers."

While in the statement Billy and Tish didn't explain about the reason of their divorce, a source close to them told E! Online, "It was a long time coming. It is the best thing for both of them."

Billy Ray Cyrus and Leticia "Tish" Cyrus wed on December 28, 1992. They have three children, 17-year-old Miley Cyrus (born Destiny Hope), 16-year-old Braison Chance and 10-year-old Noah Lindsey Cyrus. Billy also has two stepkids, Trace Cyrus and Brandi, as well as son Christopher Cody from his previous relationship.

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Kareena Displeased With Golmaal 3 Director

Director Rohit Shetty has carved a niche for himself in the industry with his blockbuster Golmaal series. The last two films were super hits and he made the characters of the film very popular with his unique comedy timing.

However, there is one actor or say actress, who is not very happy with the director and she is none other than our very own Kareena Kapoor, who has been associated with the series since the second film. In Golmaal Returns, the second part, Bebo was portrayed as the television serial freak wife Ekta, who keeps on suspecting her husband, played by Ajay Devgn. Their chemistry rocked and the film was a big hit of the year.

However, Kareena does not seem to be very happy with the development of the third film. She found the treatment of the film very boring and comic situations very repetitive. She was fed up shooting at the same locations again and again. There is a buzz that Bebo is quite miffed with the director Rohit Shetty. According to her, Rohit has given a very out-of-date look to the third film, which is likely to hit the theaters during this festive season of Diwali.

The reports suggest that most of the scenes in the film have been shot in Goa. The earlier two films were also shot at the same places and this has annoyed Kareena and that has made her doubt about the directing skills of Shetty.

As per the sources, the monotony of locales is not liked by Bebo and she wants the director to take a different approach on the film. A recent report has indicated that Kareena wants Rohit to shoot the film in foreign locales. So, does she want Shetty to shoot the film in her favorite destination Switzerland? Well, this sounds to be a new gimmick to promote the film just before the release!

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Tom Cruise and Justin Bieber Offering Condolences for Tsunami Victims in Indonesia

Tom Cruise and Justin Bieber are among the stars who have offered their condolences to the tragic victims of Monday's October 25 tsunami in Indonesia. At least 150 people have died after a massive tremor hit off the coast of western Sumatra on Monday and triggered a terrifying tsunami.

The disaster intensified when a volcano on the island of Java erupted just hours after the waves hit, killing at least 25 more, while hundreds of others are thought to be missing. Cruise has led the celebrity tributes to those affected, writing on his Twitter.com page, "Our hearts go out to the people of Merapi & Jakarta Indonesia."

Bieber wrote on his own page, "Just found out about the earthquake in Indonesia. Everyone please pray for the people there." Other stars to reach out to the victims include the Jonas Brothers - both Nick Jonas and Joe Jonas 'Tweeted' "Pray for Indonesia", while rocker Joel Madden wrote, "Indonesia I love you be strong", which was then re-posted by his wife Nicole Richie.

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Taylor Swift Unveils Wax Figure, Calling It 'Crazy'

 Taylor Swift has met her likeness. The 20-year-old music singer unveiled her wax figure at Madame Tussauds New York in Times Square on Wednesday, October 27, telling the gathering fans, "I think that the face looks a lot like me and this is so crazy. This is wonderful. I'm really thankful," and giving it two thumbs up.

During the unveiling, both Taylor and her wax statue donned shimmering black and silver dresses by British designer Jenny Packham, which the "Mine" crooner has donated for her twin. The wax figure held up a guitar which was decorated with 2,000 Swarovski crystals.

Though during the occasion Taylor and her wax figure sported the same dresses and black heels, the two didn't seem to share the same hair do. While the ex-girlfriend of Joe Jonas has perfectly coiled ringlets hair, her wax figure's hair is half-hearted waves.

Of the singer, Madame Tussauds New York wrote on their official site, "Taylor Swift is the first female solo country artist to have written or co-written all the songs on her Platinum-selling debut. Her first album came out in 2006 when Taylor was just 16 years old. Her album has since sold over 3 million copies."

In Madame Tussauds New York, Taylor's wax figure will join the wax replicas of U.S President Barack Obama, Robert Pattinson, Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Jennifer Lopez, Johnny Depp, Leonardo DiCaprio, Charlie Chaplin, Simon Cowell, Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela.

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Rihanna Thought Russell Brand Was an 'Idiot'

Rihanna was unimpressed when she first met Katy Perry's future husband Russell Brand - she labeled him an "idiot" who made her want to "throw up". The "Umbrella" hitmaker was interviewed by the British funnyman for a TV show before he began his whirlwind romance with Perry, which led to their marriage on Saturday, October 23.

But Rihanna - who was reportedly asked to be head bridesmaid at the nuptials in India - has confessed she hated Brand during their first encounter, calling their interview "stupid" and insisting she didn't find him at all amusing.

The Bajan beauty tells Q magazine, "I first met him when he was interviewing me on TV. I was sick and it was the worst interview I have ever done. I was throwing up in a bucket and a doctor gave me a shot in my butt."

"Nothing was funny to me. I thought it was the most stupid f**king interview I ever did in my f**king life. Why am I talking to this idiot? He made me want to throw up again. This is a stupid interview. Then we did another interview on MTV and I realized he was funny, I was probably a complete b**ch but only months afterwards did I get it."

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Demi Lovato: I'm Engaged!!!

Although Demi Lovato has a hard break-up with Joe Jonas in May, the 18-year-old beauty seemed to have dealt with the past love. The "Princess Protection Program" actress even announced on her Twitter page on Wednesday, October 27, "You guys... I'm engaged!!!!!!!!"

Along with the announcement, Lovato posted a picture of her with a fan who got down on his knee while launching a starry gaze to the star. Lovato, in the meantime, showed off her biggest smile while boasting the bling. The cracked post has since invited fans' curiosity as most of them don't buy it.

While Lovato joked about the engagement news, the "Sonny with a Chance" star has previously admitted that her ultimate dream is having her own family. Back on Sunday, October 24, she wrote on her Twitter page, "Music and acting are amazing. My passions. But my biggest dream in life is to become a wife and a mother.. THAT'S what life is about.. ."

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Conrad Murray's Lawyer Wants Michael Jackson Medical Items Tested

Lawyers for Michael Jackson's doctor have called for the testing of syringes and IV bags found at the King of Pop's rented mansion on the day he died. The defense attorneys raced to court in Los Angeles on Tuesday, October 26 stating evidence they had planned to use at Dr. Conrad Murray's upcoming involuntary manslaughter trial had deteriorated and could no longer be used in the case.

The cardiologist's attorneys claimed the liquid in one of the syringes had turned to salt, according to the Associated Press. Judge Michael Pastor refused to allow a specialist to determine the quantities of substances in two syringes and the IV bag after consulting with prosecutors, who revealed they hadn't been made aware of the request for evidence testing until immediately before the hearing.

Dr. Murray's trial will begin in January 2011.

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Sexual Harassment PSA Featuring Teenage Lady GaGa Revealed

Though Lady GaGa is widely known for her scantily outfits and suggestive stage acts, the "Poker Face" hitmaker once joined forces against sexual harassment. A promo which raises awareness of sexual harassment featuring the controversial star has recently surfaced in the internet.

The more than one minute PSA shows GaGa, real name Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, still years away from becoming who she is now, appearing as an ordinary school girl. The young GaGa, dressed in a white T-shirt and a skirt, is seen walking out of a classroom when a male friend suddenly puts his arm around her.

Instead of avoiding the boy, young GaGa who was accompanied by her female pal approached and told him that his advances are unwelcome. And the boy seems regretted what he has done as he is seen lowering his head in shame.

A lot different from what she is in the video, which was produced by the San Francisco-based Cerebellum Corporation, GaGa is now known for her highly sexual image. Record producer Mike Stock even said back in August, "You can't watch a Lady GaGa video with a two-year-old." 

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In a world full of storms, Priyanka is my anchor: Vivek Oberoi

Vivek Oberoi, who will tie the knot with Priyanka Alva Friday, is so much in love with his wife-to-be that he has started penning poetry about her.

One of his poems to Priyanka reads – ‘In a world of only two people who are each other’s world…’

‘I don’t know how you got that, but those are my lines to her,’ said Vivek, 34.

‘We’ve discovered a whole universe in each other’s life. I’ve found the love of my life. It was an arranged-cum-love-’zyada’ marriage. Every day with her is a blessing. In a world full of storms, she’s my anchor. I live in a world of masks. I needed someone as real as she is. She is my home. She’s the one I can come home to me. She has changed my life,’ he said.

Vivek, who entered Bollywood with Ram Gopal Varma’s ‘Company’ in 2002, was earlier engaged to model-turned-entrepreneur Gurpreet Gill. But they broke off and later the actor was linked to Aishwarya Rai.

Though Priyanka’s father is no more, her mother adores Vivek, who is the son of seasoned actor Suresh Oberoi.

‘She’s (Vivek’s mother-in-law-to-be) a major exponent of art. Our two families have been friends for years. And if I may say so, my family has earned great respect and dignity beyond cinema.

‘Even on a personal level, it has taken me a long time to overcome the cynicism about my work outside movies. If you are sincere about what you do, respect finally has to come your way,’ said the actor who was recently seen in the biopic on slain factionist-turned-politician Paritala Ravi in ‘Rakta Charitra’.

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How Does Akshay Feel About Aishwarya?

Akshay Kumar’s upcoming film Action Replayy is just like an ‘action replay’ of his wonderful chemistry with his co-star Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, with whom he sizzled on the screen in the movie Khakee in 2004.

The chemistry of the duo was wonderful in Khakee even though it was not at all a romantic film so they did not get much to show. Another important twist of the film was Ash’s character turning negative at the end and thus leading to her death. However, the audience will get to see much more of their chemistry in their upcoming film.

Akshay, who has worked with almost all the leading heroines in Bollywood, has great respect for his co-star Aishwarya Rai. He has termed the experience of working with her to be ‘fabulous’. Akki is working with the ‘Bachchan bahu’ for the second time only but he is in all praise for the lady.

Action Replayy is set to hit the theaters in the festive season of ‘Diwali’. Speaking about his heroine, Akshay said that he shares a wonderful compatibility with her and she brings all positive energy with her. He added that Ash is very focused and disciplined and connects to her work fully.

The reaction of Akki suggests how wonderfully they have gelled together and this will reflect on the reactions of the audience very soon!

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Fans Campaigning to Ask Harry Potter's Quidditch to Become Official College Sport

Harry Potter's broomstick dash quidditch is set to become an official U.S. college sport - if student fans of the film franchise get their way. Scholars at UCLA, Harvard and NYU already have quidditch teams and now there's a push on to get the game recognized as a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) competition.

If that happens, governing body officials will be obliged to pump funds into the sport and the best young players may be offered scholarships to attend universities that excel at the game, which was created by Potter author J.K. Rowling. The campaign to get the sport recognized comes as New York prepares to host the Quidditch World Cup next month.

Commissioner of the International Quidditch Association Alex Benepe, who plays for the NYU team, tells MTV, "Anybody who comes to the championship match of the 2010 World Cup this year will be hard pressed to say that quidditch would not deserve to be an NCAA sport. It's an intense game."

Although the stars of the "Potter" movie take off on their broomsticks when they play quidditch, the players of the non-magic game run around a field with broomsticks between their legs at all times, catching balls.

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Rupert Grint Shocked by Aged Ron Weasley in 'Harry Potter'

Rupert Grint got a nasty shock when his character was aged in the final "Harry Potter" film because he didn't like what he saw. The young Brit was initially amazed with the make-up and technology that allowed Ron Weasley to grow old before his very eyes but then he realized he was looking at himself.

He tells Parade magazine, "I don't age gracefully in the last film when all of us get older. My hair is still red but I have a lot less of it. It was quite a shock when I saw myself in the mirror."

"I felt like I was looking at (property tycoon and reality TV star) Donald Trump because they gave me that comb-over that he has. I did get a lot of ribbing from everyone, I must admit."

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Promo Video for 'Transformers 3' Reveals Logo

A new promo video from "Transformers 3" has been debuted by Entertainment Tonight. It offers glimpses of footage from the set in Chicago where the cast and crew filmed explosive scenes. Towards the end of the video, the movie logo is also unveiled, confirming "Transformers: Dark of the Moon" as the title.

Via ET Online, they also release another video featuring brief interviews with the actors on the set. "This is the best Transformers movie we've made," Shia LaBeouf tells Mark Steines from ET. "It has the best set pieces, it's the best script we've had so far, and we've had more time and prep. ... I just think it's a stronger movie and I think we've learned from our mistakes."

Meanwhile, Samantha Harris catches up with Josh Duhamel who says that he is impressed by the scope of the new movie. "Michael Bay [director] does it big. He likes to do it on a grand scale - and this is definitely bigger than the first two," he claims.

More sneak peeks from the third "Transformers" film will likely come out via Entertainment Tonight starting Thursday, October 28 as they make the movie their October event.

The official synopsis of "Transformers: Dark of the Moon" has not been released yet, but a recently revealed plot says that in the upcoming movie "the Autobots Bumblebee, Ratchet, Ironhide and Sideswipe led by Optimus Prime, are back in action, taking on the evil Decepticons, who are determined to avenge their defeat in 2009's 'Transformers Revenge of the Fallen'." This action sci-fi flick is set for July 1, 2011 U.S. release.

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