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Keanu Reeves' paranormal experiences on Constantine's set

     London: Keanu Reeves might not believe in the supernatural, but he was overcome with fear when paranormal activity disrupted shooting on a vital scene of the movie Constantine. According to Femalefirst, the cast and the crew including director Francis Lawrence gathered in sound stage 16 at Warner Bros' Hollywood studio and had to leave it later. "It was strange. There was this one set that we worked on that got weird. We were on Warner Bros sound stage 16, and we'd built theses two rooms, the physiotherapy and hydrotherapy rooms - they're a huge part of the ending of the movie," Lawrence was quoted as saying. "And one half of it, the physiotherapy side, just got weird. We were there for six weeks in this room, and people were getting sick, or didn't feel good or got angry. There was just something about that room," he added.

Red wine does keep your heart healthy (Go To Top)

    Washington: A new study conducted by researchers at Yale University suggests that drinking two to three glasses of red wine daily is good for the heart. "The current consensus is that it is not just the alcohol, but something else. There are probably several mechanisms of protection from a cardiovascular viewpoint," lead researcher Bauer Sumpio said Sumpio added that there are several studies showing drinking two to three ounces of alcohol each day has a beneficial effect, but any more than that and the alcohol begins to have a negative health effect. His laboratory found polyphenols, minus the alcohol, are powerful anti-oxidants. Polyphenols also are found in fruit, particularly berries, as well as green tea and chocolate. Anti-oxidants slow cell deterioration. The polyphenols also help prevent the build up of plaque on the smooth muscle cells, as well as inhibit platelet formation, which can lead to blood clotting. "A better understanding of the health benefits of red wine and perhaps the specific polyphenolic extracts with the described properties would be a great contribution to society," Sumpio said.

Naseeruddin's Pak co-star gets death threats for shaving beard (Go To Top)

     Lahore: Pakistani star singer Junaid Jamshed, who had left his music career due to his religious constraints, is getting death threats for shaving his beard to work in a local movie. "We know your whereabouts and can kill you at any time," the Daily Times quoted Jamshed as saying about the content of threats he has been getting. The anonymous callers have even threatened to kill his family. Junaid said that he was very upset with being chased by strangers and was giving a second thought to his commitment to the movie. "I am reviewing it and might not do this film," the paper quoted Jamshed as saying. Indian film legend Naseeruddin Shah is playing the role of a muslim scholar in this movie called Khuda Key Liya, which is being directed and produced by noted Pakistani producer Shaoib Mansoor. Junaid bid a farewell to singing a few years ago, grew a beard and joined the Tableeghi Jamaat, saying that his lifestyle didn't allow singing anymore. The paper also quoted producer Mansoor as saying that this movie was a serious affair and not one in which the heroes run after the heroines.

Shekhar Kapur to give Bruce Willis 'Solace' (Go To Top)

     Washington: Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur has signed on to direct the forthcoming Bruce Willis starring film 'Solace'. According to Zap2It quoting The Hollywood Reporter, the New Line Cinema project tells the story of a psychic physician, played by Willis, who helps the police track down a serial killer who turns out to have psychic abilities as well. Kapur's directing credits include the 1998 film 'Elizabeth', for which he was nominated for a Golden Globe and 'Four Feathers', starring Heath Ledger and Kate Hudson.

Jennifer Aniston all set for another 'Break Up' (Go To Top)

     Washington: Jennifer Aniston is all set to star in Universal Pictures comedy 'The Break Up', which is based on the life of a couple coping with their break-up - just as she is after breaking up with hubby Brad Pitt sometime ago. According to Zap2It quoting the Hollywood Reporter, Aniston, who announced her separation from husband Brad Pitt in January this year, will star opposite Vince Vaughn, who conceived the idea. Jay Lavender and Jeremy Garelick have scripted the movie, which will be helmed by Peyton Reed. The production is scheduled to begin in early June.

Kylie buys 5000 pound corset to get 16-inch waist (Go To Top)

     London: She might have many costly outfits but none can match this one, for Kylie Minogue has ordered a 5,000 pound corset for her Showgirl tour to help her achieve a16-inch waist. "She's already got the greatest bottom in pop, now she'll have the slenderest waist too. She's worn it for a few rehearsals and it makes her bum look astonishing. Heaven knows how she manages to breathe in it, let alone sing and dance," Femalefirst quoted her designer Mr Pearl as saying.

Charles invites four ex flames to his wedding (Go To Top)

     London: Prince Charles has reportedly invited four of his former girlfriends for his April 8th nuptials with Camilla Parker Bowles. The list includes Lucia Santa Cruz who dated him during his student days at Britain's prestigious Cambridge University, Amanda Knatchbull, the first woman Charles proposed marriage to, and Sabrina Guinness whom he dated briefly. The Duke of Wellington's daughter Lady Jane Wellesly, who left Charles because his royal lifestyle threatened her independence, is also on the guest list, reports the Daily Mail.

Race hots up for Hollywood's new golden couple (Go To Top)

     New York: Pop star Jessica Simpson and her husband are being touted as the successors to Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston, who were the golden couple of Hollywood until their recent split. US magazine editors are now scrambling to find the next couple to take over the role, with Simpson and Lachey sharing first place alongside Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, and Justin Timberlake and Cameron Diaz. In the poll, conducted among American magazine editors by USA TODAY, celebrity couples were ranked on a scale of one to five, with Britney Spears and her husband Kevin Federline coming last.

     The poll is as follows: 1. Nick Lachey Jessica Simpson (4) ; Ben Affleck Jennifer Garner (4); Cameron Diaz Justin Timberlake (4) 2. Jennifer Lopez Marc Anthony (3.3) 3. Demi Moore Ashton Kutcher (3.2) 4.Beyonce Knowles Jay-Z (2.8) ; Penelope Cruz Matthew McConaughey (2.8) 5. Britney Spears Kevin Federline (1.8)

Clint Eastwood's 'Million Dollar Baby' had no takers (Go To Top)

     London: Veteran Hollywood star Clint Eastwood has revealed that his Oscar-winning movie, 'Million Dollar Baby', was rejected by two famous Hollywood studios before Warner Bros agreed to take up the project. According to the "Dirty Harry" star, the two studios were not impressed by the theme of boxing, and that is why the unnamed studios refused to entertain the project. "They rejected it because it was too dramatic or because of the boxing theme or who knows what", Female First quoted Clint as saying. Other than grabbing the Best Actress Oscar for Hilary Swank, for her stunning performance, Clint's movie also bagged Oscars in other categories.

Nimoy's penchant for fat-bottomed nude (Go To Top)

     New York: Leonard Nimoy, more famous as 'Spock' of Star trek, is publishing another book of nude photographs, this time focusing on an obese cabaret troupe called "The Fat Bottom Revue." The 73- year-old star says he convinced his models to pose for him by showing them classic nude works by Herb Ritts and Helmut Newton. "They are interested in fat liberation.Their self-esteem is strong. They will tell you that too many people suffer because the body they live in is not the body you find in the fashion magazines", New York Post quoted Nimoy as saying. Nimoy had triggered a controversy in the US in 2003, when he released a book of his photographs, 'Shekhina', featuring shots of women wearing nothing but ritual Jewish prayer items.

Elton John sacks his publicist (Go To Top)

     London: Sir Elton John has sacked his publicist Barbara Charone just weeks after dumping his manager of five years , Derek Mac Killop. The singer, who has been revamping his staff for quite some time now, has handed control of his publicity over to old friend Gary Farrow. "Elton's having a clearout where some of his key personnel are concerned and getting fresh blood in to do his publicity was at the top of his list. It's a major blow for an independent PR to lose a client this big, but once Elton's made up his mind there was no going back", Femalefirst quoted a source as saying.

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