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'Friends' creators dismiss any chance of reunion

‘Friends' creators Marta Kauffman and David Crane have dismissed any chances of a reunion or spinoff of the TV series. The duo said that they have never taken seriously any rumours of a movie or TV spinoff involving the original cast or new characters. “We never, ever from the beginning ever wanted to do a spinoff or Grown-Up Friends or Friends Kids or Baby Friends. We always knew and felt very strongly that not only would it never happen, we never wanted to be part of that, because it so rarely works. “We just felt like this show is about a certain time in your life, and once you're past that time in your life, the show is over,” Kauffman said.

Celebs mourn death of writer GABRIEL GARCIA MARQUEZ

Several Bollywood celebrities today took to Twitter to mourn the death of Colombia's Nobel laureate Gabriel Garcia Marquez, paying rich tributes to the author. Marquez, known for his novels 'One Hundred Years of Solitude', 'The Autumn of the Patriarch' and 'Love in the Time of Cholera', died today, aged 87, at his home in southern Mexico City. A master of magic realism, Marquez's books were profoundly human, beautiful, mysterious, elegiac, irreverent and full of life. One of the greatest names in modern literature, Marquez introduced the world to Latin America's rich culture, myths and history through his novels and stories.

“It was great to be directed by Anurag Kashyap”: KJo

Filmmaker Karan Johar, who will be seen acting in his first full-fledged role in "Bombay Velvet", says it was great to work under Anurag Kashyap's direction in the film. The shooting of the movie is almost over with just a day's shoot left. "It was great to be directed by Anurag. Most of my scenes are with Ranbir (Kapoor). So, officially he is my favourite co-star and my favourite director is Anurag Kashyap. I don't have any other choice actually," the 41-year-old said. Kashyap said that "Bombay Velvet" has hints of a love story. "It is just a love story and the rest we will tell you soon. The first look will release in October," Kashyap said. "Bombay Velvet" also stars Anushka Sharma and is scheduled for a Nov 28 release this year.

Dexter star hunted down in 'Cold in July' trailer

Over the course of his career, director Jim Mickle has managed the rare feat of pleasing genre fans and critics alike. It's a scarce thing to have Horror taken seriously but Mickle has seen his films screened at Cannes, Toronto and, most recently, Sundance; and all three efforts received rave reviews. That recent Sundance film is called 'Cold in July'. It's an adaptation of Joe R. Lansdale's 1989 novel and centres on a man who wakes up to find an intruder in his home. Fearing his family's safety, he kills the man but then must face the wrath of his ex-con dad. Michael C. Hall and Sam Shepard star and a trailer has just been released.

Theatre to show restored version of  Satyajit Ray's iconic film Mahanagar

Cinema lovers are in for a treat this weekend as PVR Cinemas re-releases one of India's most celebrated filmmakers, Satyajit Ray's first and one of the most iconic films, Mahanagar, on the big screen. Commemorating 50 years of the film, Mahanagar has been digitally restored by the RDB Organisation under the leadership of Kamal Bansal. This is the 5th digitally restored classic release under 'Director's Rare' banner, previous ones include Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, Salaam Bombay, Chashme Buddoor and Om Dar B Dar. PVR Director's Rare will re-release the movie on April 18 with English subtitles across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata Chennai, Bangalore, Pune and Ahmedabad. Mahanagar, the story of a middle class housewife who breaks norms by taking on the job of a saleswoman, was first released in 1963. Despite an initial tepid response, Ray went on to win the Silver Bear at the 14th Berlin International Film Festival in 1964 for the film.

YRF's Titli to compete at Cannes Film Festival

Indian filmmaker Kanu Behl's "Titli" has been chosen for screening in Un Certain Regard section of the 67th Cannes International Film Festival, to be held May 14-25. Backed by Yash Raj Films (YRF) and produced by Dibakar Banerjee, "Titli" revolves around the volatile relationship between two brothers - one of whom runs away from home to escape his oppressive family, but turns to a life of crime. The film stars Ranvir Shorey, Amit Sial and newcomer Shashank Arora. An excited Ranvir took to Twitter to share his excitement: "Finally Cannes will see something I'm in! So happy and excited! 'Titli' (at) Cannes2014 UnCertainRegard."

Victoria Beckham hikes Grand Canyon for 40th birthday

Fashion designer Victoria Beckham - who turned 40 recently - took a trip to the national park in Arizona with her husband David and her friend Gordon Ramsay, and both their families, to celebrate turning the milestone. An insider informed: "When the family asked Victoria how she would like to spend the day before her birthday, they were all expecting her to say that she wanted to check into a luxurious spa hotel or go shopping. She tweeted a picture of herself with a shirtless David Beckham writing, "Having a wonderful day with my family x vb".

You learn from every mistake you make: Shilpa Shetty Kundra

The positive energy that Shilpa Shetty Kundra exudes is hard to miss. And when she visited Ahmedabad recently, her signature smile was on display as she interacted with her fans who had gathered in huge numbers to get a fleeting glimpse. Shilpa, who has successfully carried herself as an actor, entrepreneur and a mother, feels there is still lot left in her to experiment and try. Ask her about how she manages to switch from being a mother to a public figure and she says with a smile, "It's not easy to handle so many things at a time, but women are multi-taskers and they can do a lot if they decide to." She adds talking about the increasing number of women entrepreneurs in India, "I don't know why there is discrimination between women and men entrepreneurs. Those who are doing their job should just be seen as professionals and not women or men. I have huge respect for women who go out of their homes and have the courage to make their own destiny. And let me tell you, Indian women are doing a great job. There are those who work because they have no option but to earn, and then there are those who do it because they have the right talent. I respect both."