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Mickey Rourke is facing eviction after he defaulted on his California eviction case and allegedly failed to pay nearly US$60,000 in rent. On Monday, a judge issued a default eviction ruling in favour of Rourke’s landlord, Eric Goldie, for possession of the home and termination of the rental agreement, according to documents in Los Angeles Superior Court, viewed and obtained by the Los Angeles Times, People and NBC.Global News has not independently viewed the court documents but has reached out to Rourke’s manager Kimberly Hines and his legal representative Bill Sobel for comment.The ruling means that the 73-year-old actor failed to take action to defend himself against the eviction complaint within the time allowed by law, the Los Angeles Times reports.Rourke claimed in a statement to E! N...

The final episode of Ekaki was unveiled last month. This marked the debut series of YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani, who is widely known for his comedy sketches. With Ekaki, he also ventured into the science-fiction space, a series he wrote, directed, produced and acted in. Ashish on facing loss Ekaki marked a turning point in Ashish’s career as well as a major creative pivot. The creator, who is known for his relatable comedy sketches, said he felt the need to experiment. In an interview with Hindustan Times, Ashish was asked if his parents and well-wishers had advised him against taking such a huge risk. He admitted that he had been hearing that for a long time. “And I was like, ‘Now that I have turned 30, if I don’t take a risk now, then when will I take a risk? Till when will I keep maki...

Emma Heming Willis has announced the launch of the Emma & Bruce Willis Fund for Dementia Research and Caregiver Support in honour of her husband Bruce Willis, who was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia in February 2023. Heming Willis, 47, shared the news of the charity during her acceptance speech for an award at the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration’s Hope Rising Benefit in New York on Thursday.The research fund, housed at the Entertainment Industry Foundation, “works to confront frontotemporal dementia by raising awareness, funding promising research, and supporting caregivers,” according to its website. 4:39 Health Matters: What is frontotemporal dementia? ...

Sourabh Raaj Jain has stepped into the OTT space with the series Sangamarmar, starring alongside Sheen Dass. In an exclusive conversation with Mid-day, the actor opened up about playing Aditya in the show, the challenges of portraying the character across two age groups, and the emotional depth of the story. Speaking about the opportunity, Sourabh shared that being part of the project felt special from the very beginning. The show is backed by Rajshri Productions, a banner known for its focus on family-oriented storytelling. Reflecting on that, he said, “I think I feel extremely blessed that I got the opportunity to play Aditya. First, because it`s from Rajshri Productions, who`s known for its family values. The things that they make, they take great care of it.” Sourabh Raaj Jain on pla...

Jack Osbourne is making sure his late father Ozzy Osbourne’s legacy lives on. In an Instagram post, Jack, 40, and his wife Aree Gearhart announced that they welcomed a baby girl and named the newborn Ozzy Matilda Osbourne, seven months after his father died at the age of 76. 2:19 Ozzy Osbourne funeral: Sharon and family join crowds in Birmingham to pay tribute to rocker The announcement also revealed that Osbourne’s daughter was born on the morning of March 5, weighing seven pounds and 12 ounces. She was pictured sleeping beside a stuffed bat — a playful nod to the infamous 1982 moment when the Black Sabbath frontman bit the head off a bat dur...

Comedian and actor Sunil Grover once again left audiences in splits with his performance on the Netflix comedy series The Great Indian Kapil Show. In a recent promo for the Season 4 finale, Grover transformed himself into legendary actor and writer Kader Khan, impressing not only the audience but also filmmaker David Dhawan, who appeared on the show as a guest along with his son, actor Varun Dhawan. Sunil Grover dons Kader Khan`s look The promo clip shows Grover fully immersed in his character, adopting Kader Khan’s distinctive mannerisms, expressions and dialogue style. His portrayal quickly turned into one of the most talked about moments from the episode, with the audience and guests laughing throughout the segment. The performance served as a nostalgic tribute to the late actor, who ...

Kelly Clarkson claims she’s still waiting for her American Idol prize almost 25 years after winning Season 1 of the singing competition television series in 2002. While talking with The Traitors winner Rob Rausch, 27, on The Kelly Clarkson Show, the 43-year-old singer said she could relate “so hardcore” to the fact that Rausch was still waiting to be paid his US$220,800 prize after winning the reality competition show.“You probably weren’t alive when I was on American Idol,” Clarkson said to Rausch on Tuesday. “I literally was on the show, and they were like, ‘Oh, you win a million dollars’ or whatever. No, you didn’t. They lied. You did not. It was, like, a million dollars worth of investment in you.” 3:52 ...

When 8 AM Metro released in 2023, it might not have made a mark at the box office, but leading man Gulshan Devaiah knew that it told an honest story. Today, his belief in the slice-of-life film, also starring Saiyami Kher, is being rewarded as it is winning love following its release on Prime Video on February 15.   Revealing that he is receiving messages from fans saying that Raj Rachakonda’s directorial venture resonated with them, Devaiah shared, “People are writing to me that they saw themselves in the characters, that it reminded them of their losses that were never fully grieved.” 8 AM Metro first dropped on Zee5, almost a year after its theatrical release. Last month, it landed on Prime Video and reached a wider audience. Reflecting on the movie’s long road to viewers, Devaiah said...

Michael Jackson’s estate has been granted a motion to enter arbitration after Frank Cascio and his adult siblings, who spent time with the late singer, accused him of being a “serial child predator” and sued his estate for child sex trafficking. A judge allowed the Jackson estate to compel arbitration, meaning the parties can wage their legal battle out of court, according to a ruling filed on March 4 in Los Angeles County Superior Court and obtained by USA Today on March 10.The judge’s decision reportedly found that the estate had “a valid and binding arbitration provision” within its legal agreement with Cascio, who signed the paperwork in 2020.The judge ruled that Jackson’s estate must file a proposed order by March 18, with any objections due by April 1. Story continues below a...

Malayalam ZEE5 is set to introduce its next original series, Kasaragod Embassy, a high‑intensity crime thriller that unfolds in a sharply crafted world of ambition, tension and unexpected danger. Spanning seven gripping episodes, the series brings together a mix of suspense, character‑driven drama and a deeply immersive atmosphere that keeps viewers on edge. The trailer of the upcoming series was launched by superstar Mammootty`s production house Mammooty Kampany.  About Kasargod Embassy Directed by Atish M. Nair and produced by Legendary Movies, the series features a compelling ensemble cast including Abu Salim, Govind Pai, Rony David, Sudheesh, Kabir Duhan Singh, Deepak Parambol, Arjun, and more. At its heart, Kasaragod Embassy tells the story of two cousins whose desire for a better ...