Priyanka Chopra kills it with oomph as a villain in the second trailer of Baywatch

While most rue Priyanka Chopra’s blink-and-you’ll-miss it scene in the much anticipated Baywatch trailer, here's some good news for the PC fans. The second trailer is out and her character Victoria Leeds is looking like the hottest villain ever! We also see a fierce Dwayne Johnson and a cool Zac Efron. Baywatch is all set to release on May 26.

Passengers movie review: Remarkable for its attempt rather than success

First things first. "Passengers", a film about two very beautiful people thrown together in outer space, would have been a much finer work if it had not been in 3D. What the 3D technique does is to isolate the audience from the action. Passengers needed the contrary approach. We need to feel the full force of the passion that our two protagonists, Jim and Aurora feel for one another when they have no one else to feel anything for.

This could have been Robinsoe Crusoe with his soul-mate marooned on an island in outerspace. It squanders the opportunity of being a profound study of shared isolation and instead elects to unveil a series of staged spaceship hijinks such as 'Jim Dates Aurora', ‘Jim Mates Aurora', ‘Aurora Hates Jim' and so on.

Admittedly the special effects are of a very high quality specially when we see our two lovers come of their space ship and float in open space. Then there is sequence about gravity failing in the spaceship where Ms Lawrence is trapped in waves of swirling water in the swimmingpool.

The sight is enough to mollify all our senses into submission to not ask questions on why these two people's karma must be entwined just because they have chosen to voyage in time and space. Or maybe it is reason enough to bask in their togetherness when they seem so keen to find each other in a milieu where there is nothing else to do or find.

A lot of the goings-on in this giggle-inducing free-floating plot is like series of guessing games: When will Pratt and Lawrence actually fall into bed together? Isn't that what this is all about, finally? We may pretend we are in it for the message(don't ask me what what the message is). But what really intrigues is the fact of such a handsome pair on board a luxury cruiser that could give 7-star hotels a run for their money.

Much of the narrative is about watching Pratt court woo and seduce Lawrence. When that game wears thin the plot begins to look towards the spaceship for drama. The climax is a bit of a slog, filled with fire and fury that signifies very little except an aridity of true inspiration.

Pratt and Lawrence struggle with their skimpy roles. All is forgiven when the beauteous Ms Lawrence appears in a flaming-red dress at the end to share a drink with her co-star .With such a hefty volume of aesthetic gratification it would be churlish to look for heft in the plot, and even more churlish find it wanting.

"Passengers" gives us a lot to be happy about. While the leads impress us with their proclivity to seem preoccupied when they have nothing to do, Michael Sheen as a robotic bartender on board the ship gets the best lines and the most impassive attitude to the absurd proceedings. He actually makes it all seem tenable.By the time Laurence Fishburne shows up as the wheezing dying captain of the ship,we are already half asleep and well on the way to joining the spaceship voyagers in their lengthy slumber.

"Passengers" could have been a half-jestful date movie about a pair thrown together as neither has anywhere else to go. If only it had more to say about human nature when faced with such a galactic crisis.

Eva Mendes’ clever reply to Ryan Gosling’s praise

Ryan Gosling made it sure to give special mention to wife Eva Mendes in his Golden Globes acceptance speech and the actress has reverted back to the praise with a clever message.

Actor Ryan Gosling made it sure to give special mention to wife Eva Mendes in his Golden Globes acceptance speech and the actress has reverted back to the praise with a clever message. The 42-year-old actress took to Instagram to pass on the message to the 36-year-old actor, who had credited his win at the Globes as best actor in a motion picture – musical or comedy to her.

Mendes shared the picture of her friend, singer Janelle Monae from the Globes red carpet. “Obviously this wasn’t my favourite moment of the night… But it was definitely my favourite style moment of the night. The stunning and talented @janellemonae is killing me with this look. So so so beautiful #goldenglobes,” she wrote.

The La La Land star had said that while he was shooting for the Damien Chazelle film, Mendes was at home raising their daughter, pregnant with their second, and supporting her brother in his fight with cancer. Gosling added, “If she hadn’t taken all that on so that I could have this experience, it would surely be someone else other than me up here today. So sweetheart, thank you.”

Meanwhile, Ryan Gosling paid tribute to late actor Debbie Reynolds at the Palm Springs International Film Festival awards gala. The event took place on Monday, reports eonline.com. Gosling’s La La Land was honoured with the Vanguard Award at the annual ceremony. As he picked up the prize alongside director Damien Chazelle and composer Justin Hurwitz, he thanked Reynolds for inspiring his work on the movie with her performance in iconic film Singing in the Rain.

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Get Ready To Be Scared Sh*tless With The Best Hollywood Horror Films Of 2016

Why do we love rollercoaster rides? Why do we love that twisted feeling in our gut when we’re free falling through the air? It’s the very same reason we love watching horror movies, because we as human beings love that adrenalin fueled feeling of absolute terror. We love being scared! Other than the sheer excitement horror movies bring, they are an excellent way to get that cute girl you’ve brought with you to the movies to cozy up a bit closer! So, the next time you think of planning out a date night and wonder what flick to switch on, try these terrifying tales from 2016.

1. 31

If you’re up for a gore galore, 31 is exactly what you need! Rob Zombie delivers an excellent horror film with an exciting storyline of 5 carnival workers surviving a madhouse of 31 murderers known as “The Heads” all dressed as clowns (yikes!).  We say the clown factor is enough to stir up our childhood fears, and for some of us, adult fears too! Brace yourself for enough blood and gore to last a few nightmares too!

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2. The Conjuring 2

If you’ve seen the first one then you don’t need us to tell you that this one is one spine-chilling scare after the other! Ed and Lorraine Warren are back to their do-gooder ways of saving poor souls from the malicious and hungry evil spirits that haunt this world. They try and help a single mother raising 4 children on her own in a house filled with creepy spirits and demonic nuns (like we needed another reason not to go to church)! This is one of the best movies of the year, a must watch; only if you’ve got an iron heart though!

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3. Don’t Breathe

If you weren’t afraid of the dark before, you’ll surely be now! This flick is about a group of 3 friends that get trapped in a blind mans’ house while trying to break into it. Little did they know that this retired army veteran has a few secrets of his own… the kind that can’t get out. A gripping and twisty storyline gives you such a thrill that you’ll find yourself holding your own breath along with the main characters! Add it to your Christmas list!

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4. Hush

Silence is golden, but not in this heart pounding thriller! Maddie Young has lost her hearing in her teen years and is now living in the woods, absolutely secluded from society. Unfortunately, her peaceful world turns terrifyingly twisted when a masked psychopath decides to make her his new plaything. This movie is petrifying in a special way, and with an unexpected twist of the hunter underestimating his prey. 

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5. Pride and Prejudice and Zombies

We all know the classic tale being re-told here, but wait, did we say zombies? Women in beautiful 19th century dresses, corsets, high riding stockings and don’t forget the samurai swords! The lovely ladies on screen are entangled in a love story between social classes while simultaneously being completely bad-ass while kicking some zombie butt! We say any original idea when it comes to zombie movies is a welcome thought, so check this one out!

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6. Lights Out

After watching this supernatural horror flick, you’ll be thinking twice the next time you decide to turn the lights off. It follows the story of a young woman who discovers that her half brother is having trouble at home, so she pays him a visit. He lives with her mother, who seems to be extremely troubled by what at first seems to be a mental condition, but to your and our horror (and pleasure) we find out there is a lot more to the situation than meets the eye. Check this flick out, but make sure you’re sitting in a dark room, with enough shadows to tickle your mind. 

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7. The Purge: Election Year

This movie is the 3rd part of a series that has definitely got something to say, politically. It shows us exactly how terrifying human beings and our minds can really be. It definitely had some satire due to the political angle of it since we all know how certain entities have emerged recently, willing to do whatever it takes to “Make America Great Again”. If you wondered what it would be like to give in to the absolute human desire to kill our enemies, then you must, must, must watch this film.

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8. Ouija: Origin Of Evil

If you weren’t completely sold with the first one, we believe you should give the second one a chance. They completely turned the game around with a genuinely scary and dramatic sequel in which an innocent game of Ouija turns horribly wrong. We’ve all played it, some of us might indulge in a little talking to the dead after a few drinks, so check this flick out and we’re sure you’re hands will be shaking the next time you venture to do so. 

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So what are you waiting for? Call that cute girl over, grab the popcorn and turn off that light switch (if you dare)!

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Deepika Padukone's 'Koffee With Karan' will not be SOLO, Vin Diesel to brew a cuppa too?

 The season 5 of 'Koffee With Karan' is perhaps the best so far. The unusual pairings of guests showcasing some great camaraderie is making up for great coffee dates. After Shahid Kapoor and Mira Rajput's explosive interview, time's now for yet another grand telecast.

The latest buzz these days is that Deepika Padukone, who has been a regular on the show this time will have none other than her 'xXx: Return Of Xander Cage' co-star Vin Diesel as the co-guest on the show.

Yes! That's what you read. According to BollywoodLife. Com, the duo can be seen together on the show as Vin is coming to India for movie promotions on January 12, 2017. The report is originally attributed to Hindustan Times.

However, no official confirmation has been made either by the actress or by the filmmaker regarding the same.

Deepika Padukone tuned into her Serena Unger avatar at 'xXx: Return of Xander Cage' Mexico premiere!

The much talked about Hollywood debut of B-Town sensation Deepika Padukoneis making everyone curious. Vin Diesel starrer 'xXx: Return of Xander Cage' will release first in India on January 14, 2017, ahead of its global release on 20th of the same month.

Deepika, who recently celebrated her birthday on January 5 was busy promoting her film worldwide—making it a working birthday for her. Well, no one's complaining as she went on the Mexico premiere of her movie in full Serena Unger avatar—the character she is playing in 'xXx: Return of Xander Cage'.

Celebrity stylist Shaleena Nathani shared the pictures of her pictures on Instagram.

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Deepika Padukone planning a HUGE desi welcome for 'xXx: Return Of Xander Cage' co-star Vin Diesel?

 Deepika Padukone is all gung-ho about her big Hollywood debut 'xXx: Return Of Xander Cage' and rightly so. The actress recently posted a sweet special message for co-star Vin Diesel on Twitter and that too in Hindi!

After reading that post, it was clear that Vin would be flying down to land in India somewhere next week as the film is hitting the screens here on January 14, 2017, ahead of its global release which falls on January 20, 2017.

According to Mid-Day, Deepika is planning a perfect desi welcome for Vin in India. And this will start right from the time he lands in the country. The report quotes an insider as saying, “We plan to receive him at the airport with band baaja and garland. As the host, Deepika wants nothing short of a perfect welcome, so that Diesel has a warm, enjoyable stay here. He will be introduced to mouth-watering Indian delicacies too.”

Also, the report mentions that Deepika is planning to host a huge bash where who's who of Bollywood would mark their presence. 'xXx: Return Of Xander Cage' will see Deepika play a character named Serena Unger.

It would be interesting to see Dippy's performance in an international project!