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What Can We Expect From Disney's New 'Jungle Book' Movie?
Another childhood classic we all know and love is headed for a complete reboot, but what do we need to know about Disney’s new Jungle Book movie?Who's writing it?The new script will be written by...
By Sophie Miskiw in Movies / TV / Theatre on 10 March 2014
Idris Elba Lands Shere Khan Voice In Live Action 'Jungle Book'
From the mean streets of Baltimore to Mowgli’s Jungle, Idris Elba’s career path hasn’t exactly been typical of a British actor. But the versatile Hackey-born star is lending his deep, silky tones to the iconic...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 07 March 2014
Idris Elba Embarrassed By Semi-naked Twitter Photo
British actor Idris Elba was left mortified after mistakenly posting a semi-naked photograph on Twitter.com, because he only intended to send it to a girlfriend.The Wire star was flirting with a female pal via the...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 17 January 2014
Idris Elba Shrugs Off Golden Globes Loss
Idris Elba insists he doesn't mind missing out on a Golden Globe. The 41-year-old actor was nominated for the Best Performance By An Actor In A Motion Picture prize for his portrayal of the late...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 16 January 2014
Chris Martin Buys £400k Painting
Chris Martin spent a staggering £400,000 on a painting.The Coldplay frontman splashed out the huge sum for a one-of-a-kind design by famed street artist Banksy at a fundraiser for Haiti earthquake victims over the weekend....
By Clive King in Music / Festivals on 14 January 2014
Idris Loses Golden Globe Hopes For 'Mandela' And 'Luther'
Idris Elba loses out on a Golden Globe gong for Best Actor in 'Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom' as Matthew McConaughey takes home the award.No Globe for Idris this year'The Wire' star impressed critics with...
By Holly Williams in Movies / TV / Theatre on 13 January 2014
Chris Martin Spends £400,000 On Banksy Painting
Chris Martin splashed out £400,000 on a painting.The Coldplay frontman happily forked out the huge sum for a one-of-a-kind design by famed street artist Banksy at a fundraiser for Haiti earthquake victims on Saturday night...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 13 January 2014
Idris Elba Began Driving Aged 14
British actor Idris Elba secretly bought and illegally drove a car when he was aged just 14.The Wire star obtained a Mini Clubman behind his parents' backs and was able to get away with being...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 13 January 2014
Idris Elba Questions Naomie Harris Snub
Idris Elba is confused by Naomie Harris' BAFTA snub.Both 'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom' stars failed to secure nominations in acting fields for the new biographical drama and Elba is upset that his co-star, who...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 09 January 2014
Idris Elba Wanted To Show 'Real' Mandela
Idris Elba wanted to portray Nelson Mandela as a ''real'' person.The British actor was conscious of emphasising the human side of the late anti-apartheid campaigner in new biopic, 'Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom', by showing...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 05 January 2014
A Week In Movies: Awards Season Gathers Pace, Superhero Movie Rumours Abound, Expendables 3 Drops A Teaser
Things always go quiet in the film industry over the holidays as everyone takes one last break before the full onslaught of awards season campaigning. Nominations for both Oscars and Baftas come in the next...
By Rich Cline in Movies / TV / Theatre on 03 January 2014
August: Osage County And Meryl Streep Win Big At Capri, Hollywood Film Festival
After early predictions pegged the Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts starrer August: Osage County as a frontrunner for awards season 2014, the film has now picked up four awards at the Capri, Hollywood Film Festival.Streep...
By Victoria Pavlova in Movies / TV / Theatre on 02 January 2014
Prince Philip Amongst Gq Best-dressed Men 2014
GQ Magazine have released their 'Best Dressed' list for the coming year and amongst some predictable entries, including Benedict Cumberbatch and David Beckham, there have been a few surprises, most notably the inclusion of Prince...
By Lauren James in Fashion / Beauty on 31 December 2013
Idris Elba To Dj At London Hotspot
Idris Elba will make a special DJ appearance at London's Sway nightclub on Friday (27.12.13).The actor-and-DJ will provide the soundtrack to a night of partying at the Covent Garden hotspot, marking his first DJ set...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 24 December 2013
Idris Elba Had Concerns About Mandela Role
Idris Elba had concerns about playing Nelson Mandela in the new biopic about the late leader. The 41-year-old actor initially refused the part of South Africa's first black president in 'Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom'...
By Clive King in Music / Festivals on 13 December 2013
Idris Elba Based Nelson Mandela Role On His Father
British actor Idris Elba looked close to home for inspiration when playing late civil rights icon Nelson Mandela as he based the part on his own father.The Wire star slipped into the former South African...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 12 December 2013
Idris Elba Recorded Album In Tribute To Nelson Mandela
British actor Idris Elba has recorded an album in honour of late South African leader Nelson Mandela.The Wire star worked on the project in South Africa after completing filming for Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom,...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 12 December 2013
Naomie Harris Feels Guilty Over Idris Elba 007 Rumour
Bond girl Naomie Harris blames herself for rumours suggesting Idris Elba will be the next 007.Speculation about The Wire star slipping into the superspy's shoes has gathered pace since Harris suggested he would be the...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 10 December 2013
Idris Elba Opens Up About His Father's Death
Actor Idris Elba has revealed his work promoting Nelson Mandela's biopic hasn't given him time to properly mourn his father's death.The Thor star's dad lost his battle with lung cancer in September (13), and the...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 09 December 2013
Idris Elba Opens Up On Nelson Mandela Album Side Project
Idris Elba’s turn as Nelson Mandela became infinitely more pertinent in the context of the great man’s death on December 5th after a long and ultimately unsuccessful battle against illness. He was 95.Idris Elba (left)...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 09 December 2013
Idris Elba Struggled With Mandela Accent
Idris Elba struggled to perfect Nelson Mandela's accent.The 41-year-old actor plays the south African president in the biopic about his life, 'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom', but he admits it took him a long time...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 09 December 2013
A Week In News: Paul Walker Dead, Amazing Spider-man 2 Trailer, X-men Apocalypse
Paul Walker Dead: Tributes have been pouring in this week for the late actor Paul Walker, who died in a car crash in Los Angeles on Saturday (November 30). His friend's Porsche Carrera GT crashed...
By Michael West in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 06 December 2013
Idris Elba Mourning Loss Of Nelson Mandela
Idris Elba is saddened by the loss ''of one the greatest human beings'' ever after hearing Nelson Mandela died on Thursday (05.12.13).The 41-year-old star plays the beloved South African civil rights activist and former president...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 06 December 2013
Idris Elba Based Mandela Role On Dad
Idris Elba based his Nelson Mandela role on his late father. The 41-year-old actor plays the anti-apartheid revolutionary, who died last night (05.12.13) aged 95, in biopic 'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom', and admits he...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 06 December 2013
Superman Is Super-sexy: Henry Cavill Tops 'Sexiest Man Alive' Poll
Henry Cavill has topped the latest poll by Glamour magazine to determine the '100 Sexiest Men Alive.' The Man of Steel actor took the top spot from four-time winner of the accolade Robert Pattinson, who...
By Joe Wilde in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 03 December 2013
Paul Walker Dead At 40: Hollywood Remembers The Fallen Star
Following the tragic passing of actor Paul Walker earlier this week, there has been an outpouring of emotion from Hollywood on behalf of the 40-year-old actor. A number of celebrities have taken to their social...
By Joe Wilde in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 01 December 2013
Pre-us Release, 'Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom' Conquers South African Box Office
Justin Chadwick’s Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom is far from typical box office fare. Nevertheless, the film is enjoying quite a bit of success in this department, particularly when it comes to South African audiences....
By Victoria Pavlova in Movies / TV / Theatre on 29 November 2013
Heading To The Movies This Thanksgiving? 'Frozen' And 'The Hunger Games 2' Leading The Way In Our List Of 5 Must-see Films
Still undecided as to which movie you want to see this Thanksgiving weekend? Well worry not because we've put together a list of five of the top movies released this weekend for all ages and...
By Lauren James in Movies / TV / Theatre on 29 November 2013
'Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom' Gives Idris Elba A Real Oscars Chance
Mandela: A Long Walk To Freedom, the Weinstein's biopic based on the autobiography of South African President Nelson Mandela, has received mixed reviews from critics ahead of its release this weekend, though Idris Elba's...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 29 November 2013
Idris Elba, Star Of 'Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom' On The Challenges Of Fame And His Latest Part
This week sees the release of Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, starring Idris Elba as the South African leader. Elba’s star has been steadily rising since he played DCI John Luther in the eponymous crime...
By Victoria Pavlova in Movies / TV / Theatre on 26 November 2013
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