Shilpa Shetty will be penning a book that is based on health and nutrition.

Actress turned yoga instructor turned entrepreneur, Shilpa Shetty has donned many a hat over the years. Now after launch her own line of yoga fitness DVD’s we hear that Shilpa is all set to turn author. In fact the actress will be penning a book that is based on health and nutrition.

Confirming the same Shilpa stated that she is penning a book on health and nutrition since working out without a proper diet is futile. If that wasn’t enough, she also informs that the book will take into consideration the usual Indian diet keeping in mind its local target audience.

Amrita Singh to play Tiger Shroff's mother in A Flying Jatt

The one film old Tiger Shroff is all set to star in the superhero film A Flying Jatt directed by Remo D'Souza. While the choreographer turned filmmaker has been updating his fans about the film on his Twitter handle, we have some more news on it. 

Amrita Singh, who was last seen as Arjun Kapoor's dominating Punjabi mother in the blockbuster 2 States, will now play a mother to Tiger Shroff in this superhero flick. Though we hear that the makers were initially contemplating on Kirron Kher portraying the character, now it is Amrita Singh who has been finalized. Confirming the same, Shubhodip Pal, CEO of Balaji Motion Pictures says, "Yes, Amrita Singh is indeed playing Tiger's mother in A Flying Jatt." 

While the cast and crew of the film is already in Bangkok to kickstart the first schedule of the film, Tiger Shroff will also be doing many high octane stunt sequences and has even undergone a special martial arts training for the film. A Flying Jatt stars Jacqueline Fernandez as the leading lady.

Sooraj Pancholi breaks down on stage

There was high drama at the trailer launch of Hero on Wednesday evening when Salman Khan officially presented his discoveries Sooraj Pancholi and Athiya Shetty to the public.

It was an evening of high emotional tides for Sooraj. While recalling the trauma and turmoil that he has undergone while shooting the film, the young actor broke down.
Says a source close to Sooraj, "Sooraj couldn't hold back his tears as he recalled all the pain he had suffered during the last two years. The death of his girlfriend actress Jiah Khan and subsequent attempts by Jiah's mother to implicate him in the alleged suicide has taken its toll on Sooraj. He shot the film through a haze of pain and hurt...It all came out bubbling to the surface at the trailer launch on Wednesday."
Sooraj wept on stage, and Salman Khan came forward to console him. It was a moment of heartbreaking bonding between the protege and the mentor. Both have gone through their share of agony vis-a-vis the law.
Says a close friend of Sooraj, "There is an unspoken bond between Salman and Sooraj. Though they don't speak about it much they feel one another's pain."

Incidentally Sooraj's mother actress Zarina Wahab couldn't make it to her son's trailer launch. "I really wanted to be there. But I was shooting for an ad. And there was no way they could let me go for a few hours. I watched the trailer after I returned home late at night after the shooting. Really proud of my son and Athiya," said Zarinaji emotionally.

Wide release for Salman's next!

By HT

Mumbai, July 14 -- From North African countries to the smallest towns in India, Bollywood actor Salman Khan's upcoming film, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, will be distributed far and wide.

Talking about how excited the industry is about the movie, trade expert Taran Adarsh says, "Expectations from Bajrangi Bhaijaan are humongous, mainly because it is releasing on Eid, and brings back the combination of Salman Khan and Kabir Khan (director) after the successful film, Ek Tha Tiger (2012). If the movie gets a wide release in India, as well as in the international markets, it only goes to prove that the film is piping hot among the audience, distributors and exhibitors."

The film will cover approximately 50 countries outside India, and more than 700 screens. Out of these, the four major international markets - USA, UK, UAE and Australia - have 450 screens.

In totality, the film will be releasing in more than 5,000 screens, with approximately 4,500 prints in India and others overseas. While the film will follow the norm, and release on Friday, July 17, in most of these countries, in some non-traditional markets such as Morocco, Tunisia, Korea, Taiwan and Poland, it will release at a later date.

Amar Butala, co-producer and COO, Salman Khan Films, says, "Bajrangi Bhaijaan is this year's most awaited film, be it for the audiences, the distributors or exhibitors. This will be Salman's widest release till date in India and in the overseas market.

We are confident that the content of the film will not only be loved by his fans in India, but will also resonate with newer audiences across the 50-plus countries that the film will release in." Produced by Salman and Rockline Venkatesh, Bajrangi Bhaijaan also stars Kareena Kapoor Khan and Nawazuddin Siddiqui in lead roles. The film will be distributed worldwide by Eros International, and is scheduled for release on Eid 2015.

- See more at: http://www.bollywood.com/celebrities/salman-khan/news/wide-release-salmans-next#sthash.hraol5iv.dpuf

Rachel McAdams shadowed police

Rachel McAdams shadowed police for her role in 'True Detective'.

The 36-year-old actress took part in a ''ride-along'', as research for her role of Ani in the TV series, and has revealed she learnt that ''everybody is lying''.

Rachel said: ''I did a ride-along with police and I learned that everybody is lying to everybody else. I get it now when police officers are cynical, because criminals are always trying to pull one over on them.''

Rachel insisted she loved working on 'True Detective', because of her character, as well as her co-star Colin Farrell, who she said is a ''delight''.

Speaking to Stylist magazine, she said: ''I felt connected to Ani on a gut level. I understood her as soon as I read her. Working with Colin was a delight. He would come to my trailer for a chat and a cup of tea every day. We got really into chocolate coconut chips.''

Another famous actor who Rachel is excited about working with is 34-year-old Jake Gyllenhaal, in her upcoming film 'Southpaw', in which she stars as Maureen, the wife of a boxer who's rebuilding his life.

She said: ''Jake and I have been trying to work together for years and this came up and he was so passionate about it and Maureen is a totally different character to anything I've done before.

''I'm actually a bit older than Jake. It still happens a lot. I think it's fulfilling some sort of male fantasy, but we're slowly getting past that.''

Caitlyn Jenner's ESPYs dates

Caitlyn Jenner will take her children as her dates to the ESPY Awards tonight (15.07.15).The 65-year-old former Olympian will be handed the Arthur Ashe Courage Award at the sporting awards bash but her three ex-wives, Chrystie Crownover, Linda Thompson and Kris Jenner, will reportedly not be in attendance.A source told gossip website TMZ: ''Her ex-wives don't celebrate Father's Day. Fact is, they're just not her family, but the kids are.''Caitlyn - who was known as Bruce Jenner before undergoing a gender transition - has invited her children Kendall, Kylie, Burt, Brody and Cassandra Jenner as well as her step-daughters Kim, Khloe and Kourtney Kardashian.Son Brandon Jenner is on the guestlist, but it is not yet known if he will attend as his wife Leah is heavily pregnant.Step-son Rob Kardashian - who has retreated out of public life over the last year - has also been invited but is unlikely to be there, according to the source.Meanwhile, an insider previously claimed that Caitlyn was being ''begged'' by designers to wear their clothes to the annual award ceremony.They said at the time: ''Caitlyn has not decided on which designer to pick but every designer imaginable wants to dress her. The biggest designers in the world are literally begging to be the one she chooses.''She wants to wear red because she feels that red compliments her skin tone amazingly, and it's also her favourite colour of lipstick. The colour is also very feminine and goes great on any carpet.''

Zoe Kravitz wasn't spoilt

Zoe Kravitz insists she wasn't spoilt as a child.

The 'Mad Max: Fury Road' actress, who is the daughter of rocker Lenny Kravitz and actress Lisa Bonet, grew up with a private chef and a housekeeper, but says she was raised her ''in an old-school way.''The 26-year-old star said: ''We had a chef, but it was never like, 'This is the way the world works, Zoe.' I knew we were very lucky, and my dad raised me in an old-school way. His mom [actress Roxie Roker] was from the Bahamas, and it was about manners and making the bed. It's that old black s**t, really -- like, you get smacked if you talk the wrong way. It was about having respect for your elders and being thankful for what we had. He wanted to make sure I had chores, and not because we didn't have a housekeeper, but because of the principle of the thing.''While she is extremely close to both of her parents, the starlet, who also performs in the band Lolawolf, admits she ''was very self-conscious'' about following in Lenny's footsteps.She told the August issue of NYLON magazine: ''There was a point in my teens where I was very self-conscious and didn't want to make any music because I would get compared to my dad. But I knew I was working hard. I'm not a f**king genius, but I know who I am as an artist. The one thing about art is you can't question it. Everyone is looking at everyone else to find out what's cool. No one knows what's cool. Just do it with confidence -- no one can take that away from you.''

Joseph Gordon-Levitt to star in and direct The Sandman?

Joseph Gordon-Levitt may direct and star in 'The Sandman'.The actor-and-director, who made his debut behind the cameras with 'Don Jon' earlier this year, is in talks with Warner Bros. to produce the film adaptation of Neil Gaiman's dark comic book series with David S. Goyer, and the deal could include a starring role and a directorial credit, also.The studio has yet to hire a screenwriter to adapt the comic books, but the project has long been in the works and bosses feel they may have finally figured out how to translate the story to the big screen.'The Sandman' centres on Morpheus, who is the personification of dreams. The horror/fantasy series sees the central character escape after being held captive for 70 years and gain revenge on those who wronged him. He must also rebuild his life and adjust to the times following his decades-long captivity.Warner Bros. is reportedly very high on Gordon-Levitt who has starred in two big blockbusters for the studio, 'Inception' and 'The Dark Knight Rises'.The project would mark the star's second directorial effort following comedy 'Don Jon', in which he also starred alongside Scarlett Johansson.Gordon-Levitt will next be seen in another dark graphic novel adaptation, 'Sin City: A Dame to Kill For'.

Ben Affleck still wearing wedding ring

Ben Affleck is still wearing his wedding ring.The 42-year-old actor - who split from his wife of 10 years Jennifer Garner last month - made a surprise appearance at the ESPYs in Los Angeles last night (15.07.15) and was still wearing his wedding ring.Presenting the Icon Award to retired New York Yankees captain Derek Jeter, Ben said: ''If you're from Boston you always wanted to hate our next honouree.''There was something about him that made the boos ring a little hollow. Maybe it was his inimitable class, maybe it was he won with dignity and loss with grace, maybe it was simply that we knew, no matter what, he was a winner regardless.''Along with his ring - which the 'Gone Girl' star is reportedly wearing to symbolise his and Jennifer's dedication to their three children, Violet, Seraphina and Samuel - Ben was wearing a dark suit, as he confessed Derek had left him heartbroken ''a hundred times''.Ben said: ''He broke my heart a hundred times, if not more. He broke it again when he retired because he was absolutely one of the very best to ever play the game of baseball. So to you, Derek Jeter, I tip my hat and thank you for every last moment of your incredible career.''

Ekdum Jhakaas! How Mumbaiya Hindi became part of Bollywood

Tapori language or Mumbaiya Hindi that is mouthed by Bollywood actors has found universal acceptance over the years

Ekdum jhakaas! No public appearance of Anil Kapoor goes without him mouthing these words, 30 years after he uttered it in Yudh (1985). The famous words, which mean ‘Absolutely superb’ in Mumbaiya Hindi, are synonymous with the actor.

For Jackie Shroff, it is “Kya bidu? (How are you pal?)” that came to be oft used by people in Mumbai and outside post his 1983 film Hero. Years later, Sanjay Dutt also mouthed “Kya bidu?” in Munnabhai MBBS (2003) and Lage Raho Munnabhai (2006).

As Bollywood is based in Mumbai, it is natural for the local fare to seep into movies. Mumbaiya language, what is commonly referred to as tapori language, has always been an intrinsic part of Hindi film dialogues and songs. Aamir Khan crooned Ae, kya bolti tu in Ghulam (1998) which was laced with tapori lingo. Another famous line from the Salman Khan-Aamir Khan starrer Andaz Apna Apna (1994) that immediately comes to mind is, “Aaila, Oi ma, crime master Gogo!”— Aai in Marathi means mother. And how about this one? “Abey dhakkan, kyun time khoti kar rela hai?” — Khoti is borrowed from Marathi meaning waste.

Sanjay Dutt (left) and Arshad Warsi mouthed tapori language in Lage Raho Munnabhai (2006)

Universal appeal
Explains writer duo Sajid-Farhad who have penned films like Bol Bachchan (2012) and Singham Returns (2014), “Mumbai’s tapori language has now become the universal language of Bollywood. There is a huge audience who may not comprehend it, but enjoy it. In fact, now they understand it too.”

Till date Anil Kapoor (above) and Jackie Shroff are known for mouthing ‘Jhakaas’ and ‘Kya Bidu’ respectively

Writer Bunty Rathore, who has penned for films like Khiladi 786 (2012) adds, “It is widely accepted. I am from Meerut and even the people there now understand the Mumbaiya language thanks to Bollywood.”

For most writers, a touch of Mumbaiya Hindi adds to the pithiness of the film, making it more expressive while giving colour to the character. Instead of penning lines in pure Hindi in films, which may make people run to a dictionary to find its meaning, use of colloquial Hindi mostly helps connect with the audience.

Vivek Oberoi used a lot of Mumbaiya Hindi in his films like Company (2002) and Shootout At Lokhandwala (2007)

Says writer Milap Zaveri who has written for films like Grand Masti (2013), “I feel language is never a barrier. I wrote Shootout At Wadala (2013) which had Bambaiya language and the audience loved it. Similarly, Rangeela (1995) also had a lot of such words and was a super hit. When people come to see a film, they come prepared that a particular character will speak in a style specific to the culture he is shown to be a part of.” Sajid-Farhad add, “When you write dialogues, what a character says has to go with his/her setting. You cannot show roadside characters spewing chaste language.”

The Bhai lingo
Bollywood baddies, especially those belonging to the underworld, speak the typical bhai dialect as it is called. As they say, “Maine usko tapka diya” (I have killed him”). Interestingly, the baddies lingo is concocted specifically to typify underworld characters. Vivek Oberoi used it in Shootout at Lokhandwala (2007) as well as in his films like Company (2002) and Jayantabhai Ki Luv Story (2013).

Jon Snow has a chance to return on ‘Game of Thrones’, says Emilia Clarke

Los Angeles: Mother of dragons feels Jon Snow, who was shockingly killed at the end of season five of ‘Game of Thrones’, has 50/50 chance of returning in the next season.

Actress Emilia Clarke has given some hope to the fans who were furious with the surprise plot development that saw Snow, played by Kit Harington, get assassinated by his own men in the Night’s Watch.

Emilia Clarke

While showrunners David Benioff and Dan Weiss have said Snow is really dead, fans have flooded the internet with theories about his possible resurrection at the hands of red priestess Melisandre.

And now Clarke, who plays Daenerys Targaryen on the popular TV series, has added some fuel to the many theories with her comments.

Clarke said she has ‘no idea’ if Snow is really dead. “I read the scripts and I cried and I called David and Dan and took Kit out for numerous drinks,” said Clarke in an interview with MTV.

“Looking forward, they know that I can’t lie very well. I can with all honesty say I have no idea what’s happening.”When prodded further, Clarke said, “If I had to bet, I would say it’s a 50/50 chance. There are some helpful people there, who could bring Jon back to life.”

Fans have speculated that Melisandre (Carice Van Houten), who boasts some impressive magical abilities, could potentially bring Jon back to life, as she returned to The Wall shortly before his death.

Jon’s brother Bran (Isaac Hempstead Wright), who has strange abilities of his own, may also be helpful in bringing his brother to life.

Freida Pinto launches world’s first global cinema ad campaign

Mumbai: Indian-origin Hollywood actress Freida Pinto alongwith actor Chiwetel Ejiofor and filmmaker Richard Curtis yesterday launched the world’s first global cinema ad campaign, aimed at raising awareness of the United Nations’ goals for sustainable development.

Freida Pinto. Pic/Santa Banta 

It is a part of the Global Goals campaign, “Project Everyone”, founded by Curtis. The ad #WEHAVEAPLAN will be screened in more than 30 countries across the world including India.

Pinto, 30, and Ejiofor, 37, joined Curtis and creator of the ad Sir John Hegarty on stage at a seminar, Cannes Lions, to share their views on how cinema can be a powerful medium in driving social change.

Curtis called on the media community in Cannes to join the founding team to promote the new global goals for sustainable development.

“I would love everyone to get behind the mission to make the goals famous. We are targeting every website and billboard, every TV and radio station, every cinema, every community, every school and every mobile phone network with the task of carrying a simple message about the goals for the 7 days after they are launched,” Curtis said. The campaign is backed by Sawa, the global cinema advertising association.

Fox planning ‘Fantastic Four’ and ‘X-Men’ crossover

Los Angeles: Fox is reportedly planning a crossover between two successful franchises, ‘Fantastic Four’ and ‘X-Men’.

Fantastic Four. Pic/Santa Banta 

The film is said get a 2018 release, reported Aceshowbiz.

There are several issues to be put into consideration before the project could move forward.

There is no plot detail as of now, so it is unclear if the teams are battling each other or teaming up.

No one has an idea about which characters will appear in the film. Since it is said that the upcoming reboot of ‘Fantastic Four’ is not set in the same world as the ‘X-Men’ movies, many speculated that the Fantastic Four would explore parallel dimensions.

To put various superheroes in one universe seems to be a trend right now.

It is like what Marvel does for ‘Captain America: Civil War’, which will add ‘Spider-Man’ into its world.

Lady Gaga suffers wardrobe malfunction

Los Angeles: Pop sensation Lady Gaga suffered a major wardrobe malfunction while carrying a box of pizza on the street of New York City.

Lady Gaga. Pic/Santa Banta

The incident happened when Gaga, 29, just got out from Amadeus Pizza restaurant, reported Ace Showbiz.

The “Bad Romance” hitmaker was strolling down the street in an unbuttoned khaki jacket. Her appearance on the street inevitably attracted paparazzi.

The singer completed her look with jean shorts and a black cap which has her name “Gaga” written on it.

Gaga often wears daring outfits either during her performance or mere outing. It wasn’t the first time Gaga suffered a wardrobe malfunction.

Last year, the award-winning singer flashed her modesty in a selfie she posted on Instagram.

Jennifer Love Hewitt welcomes second child

Los Angeles: Actress Jennifer Love Hewitt and her husband Brian Hallisay have welcomed their second child.

The couple’s baby boy, Atticus, arrived on Wednesday, June 24, reported Us magazine. Hewitt and the “Revenge” actor, both 36, announced they were expecting their second baby in January this year.

Jennifer Love Hewitt

The couple’s new addition now joins big sister Autumn James, 19 months.

The “Criminal Minds” actress opened up about her “magical” second pregnancy in an interview in May.

“I’m grateful. It’s not lost on me what a gift it is to be able to get pregnant,” Jennifer said at the time.

“I’ve been an actress for 25 years, and have had to be hungry at times for my career, so being pregnant is completely freeing,” she added.

“When I was expecting Autumn, I ate everything I saw! I told myself, ‘Oh there’s a doughnut ‘ I should have that.’
Now with this second pregnancy, I know the baby really doesn’t ‘need it.’ So, I eat healthy foods in general, but I also indulge in little things that I crave.”

Hewitt secretly married Hallisay in 2013.

Lindsay Lohan wants British citizenship

London: Actress Lindsay Lohan wants British citizenship and can “definitely” see herself settling here permanently.

Lindsay Lohan. Pic/Santa Banta

“I can definitely see myself settling in London permanently,” Lohan said.

Asked if she would apply for British citizenship, she replied: “If you’ll have me, I will.”

The “Mean Girls” star, who has endured numerous legal problems and stints in rehab in the last few years, credits moving to Britain with helping her completely change her life, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

“I’m in a really good place. I’m blessed to have been able to do a play in London and start a different way of life. New York is very fast paced and it’s not like that over here for me.

You grow up and change, and I’m really happy about that, as overall I feel a lot better. Moving here was a new start for me and my outlook on life is different now,” she said.

The 28-year-old star adores exploring new areas of the city and venturing further afield when she isn’t working.

“For me, I feel more comfortable working from London. And it is beautiful. The architecture is incredible and the parks are so nice. I also love exploring different cities and using London as a base means I can go to more places. That’s really important to me,” Lohan told HELLO! Magazine

‘Titanic’ music composer James Horner dies in plane crash

Los Angeles: Oscar-winning music composer James Horner died at the age of 61 in a plane crash near Santa Barbara.

Horner, who won two Oscars for the music of ‘Titanic’ and scored for other blockbusters like ‘Avatar’, ‘Braveheart’, and ‘A Beautiful Mind’, died on Monday.

His death was confirmed by Sylvia Patrycja, who is identified on Horner’s film music page as his assistant.

Oscar-winning ‘Titanic’ music composer James Horner died in plane crash on Monday. Pic/AFP

“We have lost an amazing person with a huge heart and unbelievable talent. He died doing what he loved. Thank you for all your support and love and see you down the road,” Patrycja wrote on social networking website Facebook on Monday.

Horner was piloting the small aircraft when it crashed into a remote area about 60 miles north of Santa Barbara, officials said.

An earlier report noted that the plane, which was registered to the composer, had gone down, but the pilot had not been identified.

For his work on the 1997 Best Picture winner ‘Titanic’, directed by James Cameron, Horner captured the Oscar for Original Dramatic Score, and he nabbed another Academy Award for Original Song (shared with lyricist Will Jennings) for ‘My heart will go on’, performed by Celine Dion. His score for ‘Titanic’ sold a whopping 27 million copies worldwide.

His fruitful partnership with Cameron also netted him Oscar nominations for original score for the blockbusters in the 1986 film ‘Aliens’ and 2009 film ‘Avatar’.

The duo reportedly were also at work on ‘Avatar’ sequels.

Horner earned 10 Oscar nominations in all, also being recognised for his work on two other Best Picture winners: ‘Braveheart’ and ‘A Beautiful Mind’.

He also received nominations for ‘An American Tail’, ‘Field of Dreams’, ‘Apollo 13′ and ‘House of Sand and Fog’.

Horner has three films coming out soon — “Southpaw”, the boxing drama that stars Jake Gyllenhaal and Rachel McAdams and is due in theaters in July; Jean-Jacques Annaud’s “Wolf Totem”, out in September; and “The 33″, a drama based on the 2010 mining disaster in Chile that’s set for November.

His lengthy film résumé includes “The Lady in Red” (1979), “Wolfen” (1981), “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan” (1982) and “Star Trek III: The Search for Spock” (1983), “Red Heat”(1988), “Glory” (1989), “The Rocketeer” (1991), “Patriot Games” (1992), “Searching for Bobby Fischer” (1993), “Jumanji” (1995), “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000), “Troy” (2004) and “The Amazing Spider-Man”(2012).

‘Terminator Genisys’ releases behind-the-scenes video

Los Angeles: A seven-minute behind-the-scenes video of its forthcoming action movie ‘Terminator Genisys’.

Terminator Genisys. Pic/Santa Banta 

The video includes action sequences. It opens with the filming process of the scene where Jason Clarke’s John Connor gives speech to his team, reported Ace Showbiz.

It continues with the scenes which take place during a battle filled with explosion. It also offers glimpses at the cast members who are heavily-armed with weapons.

The video also gives a look at director Alan Taylor explaining something to the leading actor, Arnold Schwarzenegger.

The most interesting part is when it shows the scene where a yellow bus driven by Emilia Clarke is spinning in the air. The scene was supposed to take place at the Golden Gate Bridge.

However, it was filmed in another location which was set to resemble the Golden Gate Bridge. At the end of the video, Schwarzenegger is seen making a ridiculous joke with a robot figure.

The upcoming film centers on Kyle Reese (Jai Courtney) who is sent back to 1984 by John with a mission to save John’s mother, Sarah Connor (Clarke), from a robot programmed to kill her, but what he finds on the other side is not what he expected.

Dana Goldberg and David Ellison produce the movie while the script is written by Laeta Kalogridis and Patrick Lussier.

Kim Kardashian more like ‘mom’ to Kylie Jenner

Los Angeles: Reality TV star Kim Kardashian West has been “really supportive” of Kylie Jenner after the 17-year-old model revealed she had been bullied from the age of nine.

Kim Kardashian. Pic/Santa Banta 

“Kim has been really supportive of Kylie and has been more like a mom to her than a big sister. She knows how sensitive Kylie is and especially how tormented she gets after reading hurtful comments on the Internet.

“Kim’s advice is simple, ‘Don’t read the comments’. This is something she knows from first-hand experience,” a source told hollywoodlife.com.

Kylie revealed her bullying woes in a video posted on photo-sharing application Snapchat.

She said: “It’s kind of crazy I have four million people watch my Snapchats. Half of you guys think I’m weird, and the other half think I’m funny.

“But I’ve been bullied since I’ve been nine. From the whole world, it feels like sometimes… and I think that I’ve done a really great job in handling all this.”

Hugh Jackman to play Wolverine in ‘X-Men: Apocalypse’?

Los Angeles: Actor Hugh Jackman may be seen essaying his memorable character Wolverine one last time in ‘X-Men: Apocalypse’.

Hugh Jackman. Pic/Santa Banta 

Ever since Hugh Jackman announced that he will play Wolverine one last time, speculations started swirling around the movie in which he will been seen playing the clawed mutant. However, a custom leather goods company KikaNY, has confirmed news about his presence in ‘X-Men: Apocalypse’.

Production on the follow up of ‘X-Men: Days of Future Past’ started last April. However, there is no official confirmation yet that Wolverine will make an appearance in the movie.

KikaNY posted on its Instagram a photograph of a design for a leather backpack. They have been asked to make a custom duffel bag for Jackman which he may use on the ‘Apocalypse’ set. Another thing that can be inferred from the caption is that Jackman is currently in Montreal for the movie filming, reports aceshowbiz.com.

“We were just asked to make a special duffle backpack for Hugh Jackman who is filming the new X MEN movie in Montreal,” the company captioned the image.

“We started sketching – The bag will be ready next week- we will keep you posted! #hughjackman #Xmen #movie #backpack #special,” they continued. However, it is unclear if the backpack is for Jackman’s personal use or will be used as the property in the movie.

‘Jurassic World’ to become fastest film to cross USD 1 billion

Los Angeles: ‘Jurassic World’ is poised to cross $1 billion in collections at the global box office at a pace quicker than any previous movie, reports variety.com.

Jurassic World. Pic/Santa Banta 

The fourth installment in the popular ‘Jurassic Park’ franchise is touted to eclipse the mark on Monday after 13 days in theatres, trumping the record set earlier this year by ‘Furious 7′, which took 17 days to pass that barrier.

Currently, the Universal release’s worldwide total is USD 981.3 million, after topping foreign charts this weekend with a USD 160.5 million haul from 66 territories.

The film has shattered expectations. Going into the summer, analysts expected that the movie would be overshadowed by ‘Minions’ and ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’.

Now, it has a chance of being the highest-grossing release of the year, potentially giving ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ a run for its money when it debuts this December.

‘Jurassic World’ stars Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Vincent D’Onofrio, Ty Simpkins, Nick Robinson, Omar Sy, B.D. Wong and Indian actor Irrfan Khan.

Youth guided waterfowl hunt

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Applications due by July 24

If you’re a young person, and you’re interested in hunting ducks and geese — but you have little or no experience — Widow Maker Boats, the Utah Conservation Officers Association and Wasatch Widgeons have a deal for you: a free hunt guided by some of Utah’s best waterfowl hunters.

 A young hunter shows a duck he took during a guided youth hunt.

Photo courtesy of David Stallings

To participate, you must be 12 to 15 years of age on Sept. 19, the day most of the hunts will be held. You must also graduate from Utah’s Hunter Education program, or enroll in the state’s Trial Hunting program, by Sept. 19.

Also, by July 24, you must submit an application to be considered for the hunt. You can apply on our website.

You’ll know by July 28 if your name was drawn to participate in the hunt. If your name is drawn, you’ll have a hunting experience you’ll never forget.

“Each young person will be guided by an experienced waterfowl hunter,” says Wyatt Bubak, one of the Division of Wildlife Resources conservation officers who’ll participate in the hunt.

“These will be high quality hunts,” Bubak says. “You’ll either hunt on a private club or on a public area that requires a mud boat or an airboat to reach.”

Bubak says the hunts on public land will be held on Sept. 19. The hunts on private clubs will happen during the general waterfowl hunt.

Bubak says the guided youth hunt is the perfect way to introduce young people to waterfowl hunting. “In mid-September,” he says, “the weather is usually perfect. And the number of ducks and geese in Utah is the highest it will be all year.”

Details

The free, guided hunts (excluding the hunts on private duck clubs) will be held on the morning of Sept. 19 at locations in northern, central and southern Utah. The location where you hunt will be as close as possible to where you live. Here’s what’s required to participate:

You must be 12 to 15 years old on Sept. 19.Before Sept. 19, you must graduate from Utah’s Hunter Education program or enroll in the state’s Trial Hunting program. Learn earn more about the Hunter Education program or about the Trial Hunting program.You’ll be highly encouraged to attend a free shotgun training course at the Lee Kay Public Shooting Range in Salt Lake City. The course will be held on Aug. 8, starting at 9 a.m. Please bring the shotgun you’ll use during the hunt and two boxes of lead shot shells. If you don’t have your own gear, the DWR will provide it for you.For the hunt, you must provide your own non-toxic ammunition, shotgun with plug, waders and other clothing. You must also have a current hunting license and Harvest Information Program (HIP) number. The guide, boat and decoys will be provided free of charge.Your parent or legal guardian must accompany you on the hunt.You must sign a liability waiver.

In addition to participating in the hunt, those who hunt Sept. 19 in northern Utah will be treated to a free lunch. Widow Maker Boats and Camp Chef will provide the free lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The location for the lunch is being determined.

Growing Utah’s economy through trade missions

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Gov. Gary R. Herbert returned from a trade mission to Europe last week where he, along with representatives from several Utah businesses, helped solidify Utah’s position as the best performing economy in the nation and a premier global business destination.

Trade missions open doors to new markets with international companies and foreign governments for Utah businesses. As head of the state, the Governor has a significant role in attracting foreign investment to our growing economy through trade and tourism as well as helping Utah businesses break into new international markets.

You can watch Gov. Herbert talk about the trade mission in the video above.

A. Scott Anderson: Governor’s trade mission opens doors in Europe

Zions Bank President and CEO Scott Anderson accompanied the trade mission to Europe and penned an op-ed about the effectiveness of the experience.

“Gov. Gary Herbert’s recent trade mission to Western Europe was a tremendous success from my perspective as a participant. The mission fulfilled its objectives, opening new trading doors for Utah companies and fostering future business growth and investment in Utah,” said Anderson.

Click here to read Anderson’s full op-ed published in the Deseret News.

Deseret News blog posts by Natalie Gochnour

Natalie Gochnour, associate dean in the David Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah authored five blog posts for the Deseret News about the European Trade mission. Click the links below to read them.

New Delta flight presents economic growth opportunities for Utah, Western Europe

Utah punches above its weight

European Commission meeting reiterates that Utah is small, but has significant reach

Valor and sacrifice: A visit to the American Cemetery in Luxembourg

Utah represented at International Paris Air Show

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