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Gisele Bundchen to take the female lead in the new Austin Powers

Gisele Bundchen is set to take the female lead in the fourth Austin Powers film.

The Brazilian supermodel has reportedly read the script and scheduled a meeting with Mike Myers, who writes and stars as spoof British spy Austin in the film, and director Jay Roach to further discuss the role.

Gisele would be following in the footsteps of fellow beauties Elizabeth Hurley, Heather Graham and Beyonce Knowles, who have all starred as Austin's love interests in the films.

This would not be Gisele's first film role. She previously appeared alongside Queen L...continue reading


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Jared Leto's latest movie role landed him in a wheelchair
27.Mar 2008
Jared, who plays John Lennon's killer Mark Chapman in 'Chapter 27', revealed ga...read

Sarah Jessica Parker claims fans will be "stunned" by the forthcoming 'Sex and the City' film
17.Mar 2008
She said: "People are going be stunned, floored and happy. They're going be hap...read

Heath Ledger will appear in the film he was shooting before his death
11.Mar 2008
The eccentric filmmaker confirmed the 'Brokeback Mountain' star - who tragicall...read

Keira Knightley was victorious at the Empire film awards
10.Mar 2008
The 22-year-old star picked up the Best Actress gong for her performance in Wor...read

Patrick Swayze has pulled out of his new film
7.Mar 2008
A representative for the producers said: "Mr. Swayze withdrew from the film thr...read

Tiger Lily Hutchence is set to star in a Hollywood movie
28.Feb 2008
The 11-year-old - whose parents Paula Yates and INXS rocker Michael Hutchence a...read

Brittany Murphy has reportedly been acting like a diva on the set of her new movie
27.Feb 2008
The 30-year-old actress is said to be infuriating cast and crew on the Los Ange...read

Lindsay Lohan's film won a record eight Golden Raspberry awards
25.Feb 2008
The 21-year-old's movie 'I Know Who Killed Me' stacked up the embarrassing tota...read

Al Pacino is set to play a villain in the new Bond movie
14.Feb 2008
The legendary actor is believed to be making an appearance as the head of the t...read

Denise Richards' new reality TV show has been confirmed
13.Feb 2008
The 'Wild Things' actress - who has two daughters, Sam, three, and two-year-old...read

Reese Witherspoon too short to kiss Vince Vaughn like a normal person
13.Feb 2008
The petite actress couldn’t reach the 6ft 5ins tall actor in love scenes for ro...read

Sylvester Stallone: Filming ‘Rambo’ made ‘Rocky Balboa’ seem like ballet
13.Feb 2008
The 61-year-old Hollywood hard man – who reprises the role of Vietnam war veter...read

Keira Knightley takes the Best Actress award home from Elle Style Awards
13.Feb 2008
The ¡®Atonement¡¯ actress ¨C who missed out on a BAFTA on Sunday night (10.02.0...read

Sopranos, 30 Rock bag Screen Actors Guild Awards
29.Jan 2008
The stars of 'The Sopranos' turned out to be the bi...read

Casablanca tops CNN's Most Romantic Moments poll
28.Jan 2008
When it comes to romance, no one can beat the tragi...read

Daniel Day-Lewis and Julie Christie win big at Screen Actor's Guild (SAG) Awards
28.Jan 2008
Day-Lewis took home the prize for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a ...read

Johnny Depp is set to replace Heath Ledger in the tragic star's latest film role
25.Jan 2008
Heath, who was found dead in his hotel room earlier this week, was just six wee...read

The new James Bond film will be called 'The Quantum Of Solace'
25.Jan 2008
The latest instalment in the British spy franchise - due for worldwide release ...read

George Clooney and Cate Blanchett are set for Oscars glory
22.Jan 2008
George Clooney and Cate Blanchett are set for Oscars glory following the announ...read

"Battlestar Galactica" prequel to get the greenlight?
18.Jan 2008
Sci-Fi Channel might put the original 'Battlestar Ga...read

Woody Harrelson is set to play Murdock in a movie version of 'The A-Team'
16.Jan 2008
The 'No Country For Old Men' star is being lined up by the film's director to t...read

'Atonement' leads the way at this year's BAFTAs with a staggering 14 nominations
16.Jan 2008
Thriller 'No Country for Old Men' and Texan drama 'There Will Be Blood' each re...read

Johnny Depp would love to play Michael Jackson in a movie about his life
15.Jan 2008
"But there is still time to play him. He might get up to his old tricks again a...read

65th Golden Globes winners!
14.Jan 2008
'Atonement', starring Keira Knightley and James McAvoy, picked up the gongs for...read

Sienna Miller is set to play a British 60s socialite in a new movie
14.Jan 2008
The 'Factory Girl' star is on the shortlist to star as Lady Annabel Goldsmith i...read

Washington and Weinstein's mums negotiated 'The Great Debaters' deal
11.Jan 2008
Unlike most film deals wherein producers discuss ...read

Shammi Kapoor, Sharmila given lifetime achievement awards
11.Jan 2008
Yesteryear Bollywood actors Shammi Kapoor and Sharmila Ta...read

'My Name Is Anthony Gonsalves' gets star studded premiere
11.Jan 2008
Bollywood glitterati descended at the premiere of 'My N...read

Jack Black signs on for biblical-era comedy 'Year One'
11.Jan 2008
Jack Black has signed on to star in Columbia's bibl...read

Hayden Christensen to star in 'Neuromancer'
10.Jan 2008
Hayden Christensen will star in 'Neuromancer,' an ad...read

After Golden Globes cancellation, Oscars' fate under threat
9.Jan 2008
Now that the striking Writers Guild of America have ...read

Vince Vaughn banned a sex scene with Reese Witherspoon not vice versa?
9.Jan 2008
It had previously been reported Reese was refusing to film a bedroom romp with ...read

Zoey 101 viewer figures rise after Jamie Lynn's teen pregnancy
9.Jan 2008
It seems that Jamie Lynn Spears' regnancy h...read

Ukrainian beauty Olga Kurylenko has been revealed as Daniel Craig's new Bond girl
8.Jan 2008
Producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli said: "Olga will play the dang...read

'There Will Be Blood' bags Best Pic at Film Critics' Awards
7.Jan 2008
'There Will Be Blood' has bagged the Best Picture ho...read

Documentary filmmaker laying bare some of China's thorniest issues
7.Jan 2008
Documentary filmmaker Ruby Yang is taking on China's...read

George Clooney boycott may cancel Golden Globe and Oscars
7.Jan 2008
George Clooney will boycott the next weekend's Golden Gl...read

Brandon Routh dropped as Superman?
5.Jan 2008
Brandon Routh may no longer be the Man of Steel, say...read

China slaps 2 year ban on 'Lost in Beijing' producers
5.Jan 2008
Chinese censors have banned the producers of the sex...read

'My Name Is Anthony Gonsalves' to hit theatres soon
4.Jan 2008
Bollywood flick 'My Name Is Anthony Gonsalves' is all se...read

Makers of banned film face further film restrictions in China
4.Jan 2008
Lost in Beijing director Li Yu, speaking with Deutsch Presse- Agentur dpa, crit...read

Suri Cruise will not voice German polar bear
4.Jan 2008
The 20-month-old daughter of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes was hot favourite for ...read

Reese Witherspoon refuses to have sex with Vince Vaughn on film
4.Jan 2008
The pair have reportedly been clashing constantly on the set of romantic comedy...read

James Bond not to bare his six-pack abs in next 007 movie
4.Jan 2008
Fans of James Bond star Daniel Craig are in for a bi...read

Steven Spielberg insists Harrison Ford didn't die on the set of Indiana Jones
4.Jan 2008
Ford also insists he was more than capable of slipping back into Indy's famous ...read

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Steven Spielberg insists Harrison Ford didn't die on the set of Indiana Jones

Ford also insists he was more than capable of slipping back into Indy's famous fedora hat and wielding his whip.

Christina Aguilera and Katie Holmes to co-star in 'Humboldt Park'

Christina Aguilera and Katie Holmes will co-star in a new film, 'Humboldt Park.'

'Harry Potter' top UK movie earner for 2007

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix has been named UK's most successful movie of 2007, after earning more than 49.4 million pounds at the box office.

Suri Cruise is set to voice German polar bear Knut in an animated film of his life

Shah has offered the zoo $5 million for the rights to Knut's touching story.

POLL: The best and worst movies of 2007

The Best and Worst of 2007: AOL Moviefone Year-End Poll Results. Which movie was most worth your $10? '300' - 28 per cent. Which movie was the biggest waste of your $10? 'Norbit' - 35 per cent.

Lindsay Lohan and Eddie Murphy voted the Worst Actors of 2007

Eddie’s performance in ‘Norbit’ – in which he played three different characters - earned him the unwanted accolade, while Lindsay’s portrayal of a stripper in thriller ‘I Know Who Killed Me’ gave her the worst actress title, in the poll conducted for website AOL Moviefone.

Daniel Radcliffe to play slain photojournalist

Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe has beaten Heath Ledger and Orlando Bloom to bag the lead role in a new film about a slain photojournalist.

'National Treasure' maintains top position at weekend box-office

Nicolas Cage starrer 'National Treasure: Book of Secrets' maintained its top position at the box office for a second weekend, grossing 35.6 million dollars.

Will Smith's 'I am Legend' rules weekend international box office

Will Smith starrer 'I am Legend' ruled the international box office during the last weekend of 2007, grossing 46.1 million dollars in 25 markets.

Daniel Radcliffe to star in a new war movie

The 'Harry Potter' actor has signed up to appear in 'Journey', in which he will portray tragic photographer Dan Eldon, who was stoned to death during the devastating civil war in Somalia, East Africa, in 1993.

A 12-minute documentary film on militancy

By Pinaki Das

Animation film "Hanuman Returns" hits theatres

Animation film "Hanuman Returns", a sequel to the movie "Hanuman," based on mythical Hindu God Hanuman, was released in theatres across the country on Friday.

Jackie Chan's business associates deny ending partnership

Jackie Chan's long-time business associates have dismissed speculations that they have ended their partnership with the actor.

Madonna's directorial debut to premiere in Berlin

Madonna's directorial debut 'Filth and Wisdom' will have its world premiere at the Berlin Film Festival in February.

Writers' strike tops AFI's 2007 'Moments of Significance' list

The Hollywood writers' strike and the deaths of filmmakers Ingmar Bergman and Michelangelo Antonioni have topped the American Film Institute's (AFI) list of "Moments of Significance" for 2007.

Natalie Imbruglia auditions for 'Wolverine'?

It looks like Natalie Imbruglia's big-screen career is going to be on a roll after she reportedly auditioned for a part in 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine'.

Bipasha Basu to make debut in Bengali cinema

After making it big in Bollywood, the Bengal beauty Bipasha Basu has found a place in Tollywood in West Bengal.

British comic Ricky Gervais wants to be the next James Bond

Ricky joked: “I shall be the next James Bond. Yes, I am several inches too short, but I could always surround myself with much shorter actors!”

Sir Sean Connery has insisted he has definitely quit acting

The Scottish actor - who has starred in films including 'Goldfinger', 'Entrapment' 'Dr. No' - is happy living with his wife Micheline in their New York apartment, and says nothing could make him return to the big screen.

'Munich' writer eyeing Speilberg for helming 'Lockerbie' story

Juval Aviv, a former Israeli secret agent and the writer of the book that inspired Steven Spielberg's award-winning 2005 film 'Munich', is now working on a fiction about the Lockerbie disaster of December 1988 that claimed about 270 lives.

Nickelodeon to continue with Zoey101 'for now'

Nickelodeon has decided to continue with Jamie-Lynn Spears starrer show 'Zoey 101' for the time being, killing speculations of pulling it off the air after the 16-year-old recently disclosed the news of her pregnancy.

Denzel Washington fears his acting days are over

Actor Denzel Washington has decided to turn to directing as he fears his acting career is coming to an end.

Reality show 'Nach Baliye' ends on a controversial note

Dance-based reality show 'Nach Baliye' ended on a controversial note in Mumbai, as family and friends of the loser pair cried foul play.

Spiderman 3 named the 'Most Mistake-Riddled Film of 2007'

Spider-Man 3 has emerged as the 'Most Mistake-Riddled Film of 2007.'

Jennifer Hudson will star in the movie adaptation of hit novel 'The Secret Life of Bees'

Jennifer will play the close friend of a troubled 14-year-old girl who escapes her abusive father and is taken in by three bee-keeping sisters.

The 14th Annual SAG Awards full list of nominations



Cate Blanchett and 'Into The Wild' lead the Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations,

Stunning Cate was nominated for the Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role award for her role in 'Elizabeth: The Golden Age', while her portrayal of Bob Dylan in 'I'm Not There' garnered her a Female Actor in a Supporting Role nod.

DreamWorks to broaden animation capabilities in India

Technicolor has formed a strategic alliance with DreamWorks Animation, which will assist in developing animation capabilities in India through Paprikaas Animation Studios.

'Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix' tops 'DVD Sales' list

Warner Home Video's 'Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix' has topped the 'DVD Sales' list.

'The Bourne Ultimatum' tops 'DVD Rentals' list

Universal Studios Home Entertainment's 'The Bourne Ultimatum' has topped the 'DVD Rentals' list.

Vatican Daily slams Kidman-Craig starrer 'The Golden Compass'

The official Vatican Daily l'Osservatore Romano has slammed the newly released Nicole Kidman-Daniel Craig starrer 'The Golden Compass' and the book series on which the movie was made.

Jamie Lynn Spears' pregnancy won't affect 'Zoey 101'

Jamie Lynn Spears' pregnancy is not affecting the scheduling of her sitcom Nickelodeon series 'Zoey 101.'

Brad Pitt is in talks to star alongside Sean Penn in 'Tree of Life'

The 'Ocean's Thirteen' star - who earlier this month claimed he was taking a break from acting to focus on his home rebuilding project in New Orleans - is now in talks to replace Heath Ledger as the lead in writer-director Terrence Malick's new drama.

Will Smith says working with his daughter on his new movie was ¡°beautiful¡±

The Hollywood actor stars alongside seven-year-old Willow in ¡®I Am Legend¡¯, and revealed the experience left him ¡°bursting with pride¡±.

Keira Knightley scared of comedy

Keira said: "I am a big fan of 'Blades of Glory'. I don't normally watch films like that and it was great. But getting involved in a Will Ferrell comedy would terrify me."

Peter Jackson will after all produce the twin 'Hobbit' movies

'The Lord of the Rings' filmmaker Peter Jackson has signed a deal to produce two films based on JRR Tolkien's The Hobbit, after resolving his legal feud with studio bosses over unpaid royalties.

Prequels to 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy coming on 2010 and 2011

Jackson said: "I'm very pleased we have been able to put our differences behind us. We're delighted to continue our journey through Middle Earth."

John Travolta has been dropped from the 'Dallas' movie

The actor - who was recently nominated for a Golden Globe award for his role in musical movie 'Hairspray' - was allegedly paid a "seven-figure gift" to leave the film version of the hit 80s show without making a fuss.

Now, you can study James Bond!

All James Bond fans can now gear up for some 007 studies - for a course dedicated to the famous British agent has been started in a university.

George Clooney, Bill Murray, Schwartzman bring 'The Fantastic Mr. Fox' to life

George Clooney, Bill Murray and Jason Schwartzman are among the stars who have provided voices for the leading characters in Wes Anderson's upcoming stop-animation adaptation of Roald Dahl's 'The Fantastic Mr. Fox.'

Will Smith smitten by canine co-star

Hollywood superstar Will Smith has admitted to being smitten by his canine co-star in his new flick 'I am Legend'.

'Atonement' is set for Golden Globes glory with seven nominations

The World War II drama has been nominated for Best Drama Picture, as well Best Actress in a Drama for Keira Knightley and a Best Actor in a Drama nod for James McAvoy.

Will Smith confirms son to revive 'Karate Kid' franchise

Actor Will Smith has confirmed that his son Jaden will be the next 'Karate Kid.'

James Cameron's 'Avatar' postponed

The release of filmmaker James Cameron's long-anticipated 3-D sci-fi action film 'Avatar' has been postponed again, to Dec. 18, 2009.

Will Smith offers apology to New York citizens

Actor Will Smith offered an apology to the citizens of New York for the inconvenience he caused to them on the streets of Manhattan while shooting his new film 'I Am Legend.'

Britney Spears is set to play the Virgin Mary

French producer Phillippe Rebboah has approached the 'Toxic' singer to portray the mother of Christ in a satirical film of the Nativity story called 'Sweet Baby Jesus'.

Secrecy over Iraq war dead inspired Cusack to make "Grace Is Gone"

Actor John Cusack is sharing his views about the Iraq war in the critically acclaimed "Grace Is Gone" movie.

Johnny Depp to take on Pee-Wee Herman's role

Johnny Depp is in talks to star in two forthcoming Pee-Wee Herman movies, playing the legendary kids' character.

Anatole Taubmann signs up for 'Bond 22' role

Swiss actor Anatole Taubmann has signed on to star as a henchman in the next James Bond movie.

Nicolas Cage roped in for 'Knowing'

Nicolas Cage has signed on to star in Sydney-based director Alex Proyas' thriller "Knowing."

Joan Allen to star alongside Richard Gere in 'Hachiko, A Dog's Story'

American actress Joan Allen has been roped in to star alongside Richard Gere in "Hachiko, A Dog's Story," a remake of the Japanese film about an Akita's relationship with its owner.

Mel Gibson surprised theatregoers by attending the premiere of 'Viva La Diva' in London

The 'Braveheart' actor watched the music and dance extravaganza, starring ballet dancer Darcey Bussell and opera singer Katherine Jenkins, at London's Hammersmith Apollo theatre before mingling with guests and dancers after the show.

'The Sound of Music' named the 'Greatest Musical of All Time'

1960's classic 'The Sound of Music' has been named the 'Greatest Musical of All Time' in a new poll.

When Dustin Hoffman turned down 'crazy' Martin Scorsese

Dustin Hoffman once turned down a chance to star in a Martin Scorsese movie because he thought that the director was 'crazy'.


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