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Malaika Arora Khan at the Closet Label preview 2014

Mumbai, Dec 21 (ANI): Bollywood babe Malaika Arora Khan was recently spotted at the 'Closet Label Preview 2014' in the showbiz capital, Mumbai. Clad in blue long dress, she looked quite gorgeous. At the event, she said that it's great to do something of your own. Also seen at the preview was Malaika's sister Amrita Arora. Great going Malaika!!! Dec 21, 2013
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Dhoom 3 ticket prices not expensive: Aamir Khan

Mumbai, Dec 20 (ANI): Bollywood perfectionist Aamir Khan's action thriller 'Dhoom-3', the third instalment of high-octane action franchise, is the first Indian film to be converted into IMAX format. Worried about reports of the ticket prices of 'Dhoom 3', Khan rubbished the rumours about the tickets being expensive than the usual rates and urged the media to avoid spreading the word. Khan, who plays an antagonist in the action-thriller, told mediapersons that the film had already received an overwhelming response after the release of its teaser but was keeping his fingers crossed to hit blockbuster sales at the box-office. Dec 20, 2013
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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan launches L'Oreal's Kajal Magique

Mumbai, Dec 20 (ANI): Bollywood diva, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan launched L'Oreal Paris's new eye liner, Kajal Magique in the entertainment capital, Mumbai recently. Ash who is also the brand ambassador of L'Oreal Paris, looked stunning in a black, Dolce and Gabbana gown. At the event, she said "Being an Indian, using kajal is synonymous with us." Great going Aishwarya!!! Dec 20, 2013
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It happens: BAMBOO ORCHESTRA

Kochi, Dec 20 (ANI): Folklore musicians, 'Vayali Folklore Troupe' enthralled the audience as they played near-extinct original folk songs on entirely handmade bamboo percussion instruments in India's southern Kochi city. The troupe from Thrissur district in Kerala is now gaining popularity and is known as the "Bamboo Band" locally and is receiving calls to conduct such shows in public for entertainment and special functions. The instruments for the bamboo orchestra are hand-designed, given its final form at Kattappana in Iduki district of Kerala and the raw material is procured from the pristine hills of Wayanad. In the orchestra, the flute is the lead instrument. Among other instruments are Mulam Chenda, Mulam Thudi and Mazha Mooli. The team has come up with innovative instruments as well, an example being a five-drum set, The cylindrical instruments are characteristic of the African 'Conga'. The drumhead is a calf-skin cover fastened with strings of rope while the base is left open and struck with bare hands.The annual event is being organised by the Kerala State Bamboo Mission of the Kerala Bureau of Industrial Promotion under the Department of Commerce and Industry. Dec 20, 2013
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It happens: KASHMIR GLOBAL FILM FEST

Srinagar city, Dec 20 (ANI): Kashmir came alive with a big cinematic extravaganza, as it hosts the first-ever Kashmir International Film Festival (KIFF) post insurgency. Documentaries from across the globe hit the big screen of Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Center located on the banks of the famed Dal Lake in Srinagar city, which is hosting its first-ever international film festival in more than 23 years. The fest was being held after a lull of more than two decades in the valley since the eruption of militancy in 1990. The theatres remained shut following a diktat by of separatist's outfits in the region. The screening of movies was once again halted in early 2000 after grenade attacks inside the hall premises.Twenty-three films, including some based on the history and culture of Kashmir, were enthralling the audiences in the region. Short films from countries like Germany, Afghanistan, France, and Pakistan besides the ones made by Kashmiri youths were being screened at the four-day long festival. Dec 20, 2013
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Sailor Captain Sunil James reaches Mumbai, thanks PM

Mumbai, Dec 20 (ANI): After long wait and struggle for the family of Captain of Indian Merchant Navy, Captain Sunil James finally reached Mumbai to perform last rites of his 11-month son, Vivan who passed away while James was in Togo Jail. James, on his return, thanked Indian Prime Minister and Togo President among others for his release. The Indian merchant ship captain was under arrest in Togo since July for allegedly aiding pirates. Dec 20, 2013
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Madhuri Dixit gets candid promoting Dedh Ishqiya

Mumbai, Dec 20 (ANI): Bollywood diva, Madhuri Dixit got candid while promoting her forthcoming comedy thriller 'Dedh Ishqiya', sequel to box office blockbuster 'Ishqiya' starring Padma Bhushan awardee, Naseeruddin Shah as the protagonist. Dec 20, 2013
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Lifetime Achievement award for Dharmendra

Mumbai, Dec 20 (ANI): Veteran actor Dharmendra was honored with Okaya Award for Lifetime Achievement in the showbiz capital, Mumbai recently. He was presented with the award for his more than 5 decade long sterling contribution to the world of entertainment and cinema. Don't be sad Dharam Ji, it's time to celebrate!!! Dec 20, 2013

'The X Factor' USA 2013: Final Performance Recap: Jeff Gutt Overtaking Alex & Sierra? [VIDEOS]

"The X Factor" USA 2013 finals kicked off on Wednesday with the remaining three finalists - Carlito Olivero, Alex & Sierra and Jeff Gutt - performing live for the last time this season before the winner is announced on Thursday. The night seemed to belong to Jeff, as he was more consistent than the others, while Carlito failed to take his act to the next level. Even though Alex & Sierra performed well, they sounded old for choosing songs that they had already sung in earlier episodes. Dec 19, 2013
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Togo President Intervenes To Secure Release of Jailed Indian Sailor

Authorities in Togo detained James and two of his colleagues, on board the oil tanker, MT Ocean Centurion, on July 31. Reportedly, Captain James had stopped the ship to report an attack on MT Ocean Centurion by pirates but the Togo authorities instead arrested the crew of the oil tanker for allegedly aiding the pirates. Dec 19, 2013
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Bollywood celebrities at British Airways event

Mumbai, Dec 19 (ANI): Many known faces from the film industry were spotted at an event organized by British Airways to celebrate 100 glorious years of Indian Cinema in the showbiz capital, Mumbai recently. The event saw a lot of amazing dance performances and everyone was seen having a gala time. With an association with BAFTA, British Airways introduced a new concept of Silent Picturehouse at an event. It was indeed a very glittering event!!! Dec 19, 2013
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Sachin launches music of Heartless in Mumbai

Mumbai, Dec 19 (ANI): Indian Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar launched music of forthcoming Bollywood film “Heartless” based on the phenomenon of anaesthesia awareness in Mumbai. The film is a directorial debut of Bollywood actor Shekhar Suman. Tendulkar paid homage to Shekhar Suman’s son who died of congenital heart disease in 1994, to whom Suman has dedicated his film. Tendulkar said all should make an effort to save as many lives as possible, as life is precious. Dec 19, 2013
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Suzanne on Arjun Rampals involvement in split with Hrithik: Not right to blame anyone

Mumbai, Dec 19 (ANI): Make ups and breaks ups form the crux of steaming Bollywood gossip since time immemorial, with reactions varying from people to people and place to place. However, the very recent Hrithik-Suzanne split brought more tears to fans and media alike, and why not, it’s not like we see made for each other couples break away after 17 years of romance everyday! Breaking her silence for the first time on the heartbreaking split, and also on the alleged involvement of actor Arjun Rampal in the same, Suzanne said it was not right to blame anyone. Dec 19, 2013
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Indian sailor Captain Sunil James released from Togo jail: MEA

Mumbai/ New Delhi, Dec 19 (ANI): Captain Sunil James along with another sailor Vijayan, who was arrested in Togo on July 31 for allegedly aiding pirates, has been released on Thursday, said the ministry of external affairs. The External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Syed Akbaruddin said that India is preparing for the sailor’s return. James’ wife Aditi and other relatives met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh earlier this month to urge him to intervene so that James could be allowed to come home for the last rites of his 11-month old son Vivaan, who died on December 2. Dec 19, 2013