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Deepika Padukone wants to do one Finding Fanny every year

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 Deepika Padukone may be ruling the roost in the commercial cinema space. But what she truly wishes for, is to do a Finding Fanny kind of film every year.   Said the actress, "I love commercial cinema. But I also get a rush from doing clutter-breaking stuff like Finding Fanny. Ideally, I would like to do one such film every year, provided the script is kickass."

Deepika Padukone wants to do one Finding Fanny every year

Deepika Padukone may be ruling the roost in the commercial cinema space. But what she truly wishes for, is to do a Finding Fanny kind of...

Pakistan hope for peace with India through football series

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LAHORE: Pakistan football 
captain Kaleemullah said Thursday he hoped a two-match series against 
arch-rivals India next week would lead to “peace and friendship” between
 the two sides.

Pakistan fly to Bangalore on Friday to play the series, the first between the neighbours in nine years.

Football takes a back seat in cricket-mad South Asia but such is the 
rivalry between the two countries that any sporting clash attracts keen 
interest.

“It’s a historic occasion and I hope a lot of doors, like that of 
peace, friendship and mutual cooperation will open with this short but 
important series,” Kaleemullah, who uses only one name, told AFP.

The matches will be played in Bangalore on August 17 and 20.

Kaleemullah said he set little store by the FIFA rankings, which put 
Pakistan, once a power in Asian football, 165th in the world, well below
 India at 151.

“When Pakistan and India play each other, in any sport be it cricket, hockey or football, nothing matters,” said the striker.

“The only thing which matters is that how the team handles the 
pressure and the team which handles the pressure well wins the day.”

Pakistan football has shown some signs of improvement with 
Kaleemullah and Mohammad Adil signed by top Kyrgyzstan club Dordoi 
Bishkek.

Last month Kaleemullah, 22, signed a two-year contract worth 10 million rupees ($10,000) with Dordoi.

Kaleemullah said India will start the series as favourites.

“We know they are a good team and with home crowd and home ground 
advantage they will have the edge but we will play to our potential and 
this series will be a close one.”

Kaleemullah hoped the tour would also help Pakistani players to get 
recognition in the Indian Soccer League starting in October this year.

“We have heard that Pakistani players used to feature in the 
Mohammadan League in Calcutta in 1950s and 1960s, so if we can impress 
with our talent there is always an opportunity that we can get 
recognition in the Indian league,” said Kaleemullah.

“India is a huge sporting country and people love sports there and 
they welcome sportsmen and I am very hopeful that our tour will help us 
bring normal relationship on the sporting fields.”

India stalled bilateral sporting ties with Pakistan in the aftermath 
of 2008 attacks on Mumbai, blamed on militants from Pakistan.

That deadlock hurt cricket the most, a game millions are obsessed with on both sides of the border.

However a breakthrough agreement signed last month could lead 
Pakistan and India to play six bilateral series in the next eight years 
pending New Delhi clearance, with the first in December 2015.

“We can bring people closer with sports and football also has that power,” said Kaleemullah.

Pakistan hope for peace with India through football series

LAHORE: Pakistan football captain Kaleemullah said Thursday he hoped a two-match series against arch-rivals India next week would le...

Altaf appeals Qadri to refrain from entering Islamabad red zone

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KARACHI: Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) Chief Altaf Hussain on 
Thursday appealed Pakistan Awami Tehrik (PAT) Leader Tahirul Qadri and 
his followers to make their long march peaceful and do not cross zero 
point in Islamabad and refrain from entering into red zone area of the 
capital city. In a statement issued on Thursday, Altaf Hussain 
said that governor Punjab, governor Sindh and some members of federal 
cabinet tried to resolve the matter of removing barricades from Model 
Town in Lahore and finally succeeded in their efforts on which the 
federal and the Punjab government permitted Tahirul Qadri to take out 
his long march peacefully. 
The MQM chief said that the federal 
government showed open heartedness and wisdom in permitting Qadri for 
the march and now it was the responsibility of Tahirul Qadri and his 
supporters to take care of all those who tried to resolve this matter 
through reconciliation. 
Earlier, after the intervention of MQM 
Chief Altaf Hussain and efforts being made by Governor Punjab Chaudhry 
Mohammad Sarwar and Governor Sindh Dr Ishratul Ibad, the federal and 
Punjab governments agreed to permit Tahirul Qadri to take out his long 
march. 
It is pertinent to mention here that a day before, it 
emerged that government would not allow Tahirul Qadri to take out his 
long march from Model Town in Lahore and thus a clash like situation 
could be created in the area. 
After the emergence of this 
situation, MQM Chief Altaf Hussain contacted governor Punjab and asked 
him to permit Tahirul Qadri to take out his march and avoid clash like 
situation. 
Hussain also contacted governor Sindh to play his role
 and convey message to federal authorities to resolve this matter 
peacefully through talks. 
The MQM chief also repeatedly contacted
 Tahirul Qadri and convinced him to talk to government authorities on 
which Qadri agreed to talk to government officials. 
The governor 
Punjab and governor Sindh contacted Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Nawaz 
Sharif, Chief Minister Punjab Shahbaz Sharif, Interior Minister Chauhdry
 Nisar Ali Khan and other officials and conveyed them the message of 
Altaf Hussain. 
The contacts between the government officials, MQM
 chief and Tahirul Qadri continued till August 14 afternoon and after 
continued efforts, the government allowed Qadri to take out his march. 
Governor
 Punjab formally informed Hussain regarding the permission and told 
Altaf Hussain that his efforts clearly show that the MQM chief has 
proved his patriotism and willingness for peace in the country. 
Hussain also applauded efforts of the governor Sindh and governor Punjab to avert any untoward situation.

Altaf appeals Qadri to refrain from entering Islamabad red zone

KARACHI: Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) Chief Altaf Hussain on Thursday appealed Pakistan Awami Tehrik (PAT) Leader Tahirul Qadri and hi...

Apple to launch “iphone 6″ on september 9th!

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US: Apple Inc has scheduled a big media event related to the iPhone for September 9.

According to the media reports, the analysts claim that Apple may 
launch two iPhone models with 4.7 and 5.5 inch screens this year.

It is reported that the Apple is to unveil the iphone 6 on september 9th. Sources claim that 
Apple’s current iPhone models, the 5S and 5C, have a 4-inch display panel.

The company has asked suppliers to manufacture 70-80 million units of
 the new large-screen iPhones by the end of the year, the Wall Street 
Journal reported in July.

Apple usually launches the newest version of its iPhone in September.
 The company did not immediately return emails seeking comment.Apple’s 
shares were down 0.8 per cent at $94.81 in late afternoon trading.

Apple to launch “iphone 6″ on september 9th!

US: Apple Inc has scheduled a big media event related to the iPhone for September 9. According to the media reports, the analysts claim ...

Ajay Devgan to play King Ashoka in Indo-French venture

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MUMBAI: Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgan is all set to play 
King Ashoka in his upcoming movie, the movie becomes special, also when 
it’s initiated by an international production house.

The 45 year old actor, who will be seen in Rohit Shetty ‘Singham 
Returns’ which will hit the floor on 15 August is now in news to play 
king Ashoka in Indo-French project.

A leading daily reported that actor Ajay Devgn has been roped in by a
 well-known production house for playing king Ashoka, with makers 
hunting for an international face to play the female lead.

However, Shah Rukh Khan had played the emperor in a 2001 film titled 
`Asoka`, which was directed by Santosh Sivan and had Kareena Kapoor Khan
 in a lead role opposite SRK.

The question raises here that who will be in lead role opposite Ajay 
Devgan in this movie. Another Indian connect in this Indo-French venture
 is the director, who will be helming the project. The name that has 
cropped up is that of veteran filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi.

Ajay Devgan to play King Ashoka in Indo-French venture

MUMBAI: Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgan is all set to play King Ashoka in his upcoming movie, the movie becomes special, also when it’s ...

I’m hoping for a comeback in Tests but if that doesn’t happens I’ll quit: Umar Gul Gul I’m hoping for a comeback in Tests but if that doesn’t happens I’ll quit: Umar Gul

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Pakistan fast bowler Umar Gul say that I’m trying to make a 
comeback in the Tests against Australia, but if that doesn’t happens I 
can quit from the Test format of the game. 
Gul has represented Pakistan in 47 Test matches and has taken 163 
wickets, he has taken 174 wickets in 124 ODIs and 80 wickets in 56 T20 
matches. The 30 year-old pacer said that he will decide his future after
 his fitness to play against Australia in United Arab Emirates (UAE). 
While talking to media, Gul said, ‘Right now, I don’t know what lies 
ahead for me because I am still not comfortable with the knee, I am 
hoping to make a comeback in the Tests against Australia but if that 
doesn’t happen I could quit Tests.’ 
Gul underwent a knee surgery in 2013 at Australia after getting 
injured in the tour against South Africa earlier that year, he has 
already made two successful comebacks. 
Gul said, ‘The doctors have told me I still have to undergo more 
rehabilitation and gym training as there are still problems with the 
knee. I don’t feel comfortable bowling. If you ask me right now whether I
 can play Test matches I will say no.’ 
He concluded, ‘I still have lot of cricket left in me but I don’t 
know what the selectors, or Pakistan team coaches, have planned for me, 
but I am eyeing a comeback against Australia.

I’m hoping for a comeback in Tests but if that doesn’t happens I’ll quit: Umar Gul Gul I’m hoping for a comeback in Tests but if that doesn’t happens I’ll quit: Umar Gul

Pakistan fast bowler Umar Gul say that I’m trying to make a comeback in the Tests against Australia, but if that doesn’t happens I can...

Tom Cruise to fly Morocco for ‘Mission Impossible 5′

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RABAT: American actor Tom Cruise will fly to Morocco in early
 September to play the starring role in ‘Mission: Impossible 5’, media 
reports said.

The production teams of the hit saga are already in Morocco preparing
 the locations for this fifth episode, to be shot in Marrakesh, Rabat 
and Casablanca, Efe quoted the weekly TelQuel magazine as saying.

In Casablanca, Morocco`s economic capital, the district chosen for 
the shoot is the Jewish ghetto, or “mellah”, in the Old Medina quarter.

Cruise will again play Ethan Hunt, while Jeremy Renner will repeat as
 William Brandt and Simon Pegg will be back as Benji Dumm, the weekly 
magazine said in a story posted on its web site.

Even extras must sign pledges not to reveal either content or situations of the movies or series in which they are involved.

Tom Cruise to fly Morocco for ‘Mission Impossible 5′

RABAT: American actor Tom Cruise will fly to Morocco in early September to play the starring role in ‘Mission: Impossible 5’, media rep...