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Topic: From Holly to Bolly

Ranbir Kapoor is IPL supporter

The Bollywood stars Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone. AFP

May 25, 2013

Plus: Camera rolling on Kolkata¿s Jews; and D-Day inspired by Mumbai blasts Read Article Ranbir Kapoor is IPL supporter

Carrie Underwood donates to Oklahoma victims

Carrie Underwood has donated US$1 million to the American Red Cross' relief efforts in her home state of Oklahoma, which was hit by a tornado last week. Jason Merritt / Getty Images / AFP

May 25, 2013

Plus: Stone Temple Pilots in dispute; Gaga is back on her feet; Trip to space with DiCaprio is auctioned; and Beyonce's new fashion line. Read Article Carrie Underwood donates to Oklahoma victims

Secretly shot Iranian film and second heist mark last days of Cannes

The Iranian director Mohammad Rasoulof, who has been banned from making films and leaving Iran, made a surprise appearance at the Cannes film festival to screen his political thriller Manuscripts Don't Burn. Valery Hache / AP Photo

May 25, 2013

More of our look at the behind-the-scenes ups and downs at the Cannes Film Festival. Read Article Secretly shot Iranian film and second heist mark last days of Cannes

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan extends Cannes stay for amFar

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan arrives for the screening of Behind The Candelabra at Cannes. EPA

May 22, 2013

Plus, Ranbir Kapoor keen to work on small screen. Read Article Aishwarya Rai Bachchan extends Cannes stay for amFar

 

Cannes Diary: Croisette catwalk and crime wave continue

Jane Fonda at Cannes. AFP

May 22, 2013

More behind-the-scenes gossip from the Cannes Film Festival. Read Article Cannes Diary: Croisette catwalk and crime wave continue

 

Arab Idol competition fiercer after double elimination

Nawal Al Zoghby performs on Arab idol. Courtesy MBC

May 22, 2013

It was a great episode on Arab Idol last weekend. Read Article Arab Idol competition fiercer after double elimination

 

Jessica Alba honoured for philanthropy

Jessica Alba. AFP

May 22, 2013

Plus: Harry Potter book with author notes sold in auction; Nick Jonas and Giuliana Rancic to host Miss USA; and much more. Read Article Jessica Alba honoured for philanthropy

 

Jolie to star in biopic of her mother

Angelina Jolie and by her mother, Marcheline Bertrand. AP

May 21, 2013

Plus, Kelly Rowland and Paulina Rubio are the new judges on The X Factor; Chilean miners story to be made into a film; Ray Manzarek dies at the age of 74; Alec Baldwin premieres his witty spoof documentary at Cannes  Read Article Jolie to star in biopic of her mother

 

Preity Zinta may be joining politics

Preity Zinta says if she were a politician, she'd

May 21, 2013

Plus, Sushant Singh Rajput to shoot in Kashmir; Kavita Srinivasan says there's no fixed rule for success. Read Article Preity Zinta may be joining politics

 

ADFF names SANAD Fund recipients

Taylor Swift poses backstage with her awards at the Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Sunday in Las Vegas. APs

May 21, 2013

Plus: Phoenix continue to rise with 5th album; Hollywood movers set for Dubai summit. Read Article ADFF names SANAD Fund recipients

 

India’s bold new directors feted at Cannes

May 21, 2013

The directors of Bombay Talkies argue that just as India has changed rapidly over the past 15 years, so too have the sort of films being made.  Read Article India’s bold new directors feted at Cannes

 

Newly slim Aishwarya Rai Bachchan walks Cannes red carpet

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in an Elie Saab creation at Cannes. AFP

May 20, 2013

Plus: five Sharjah shorts screen at Cannes; Motwane skips Cannes to finish film; Kochadaiyaan a no-go at Cannes.  Read Article Newly slim Aishwarya Rai Bachchan walks Cannes red carpet

 

Style file: desi goes disastrously wrong at Cannes

May 20, 2013

Fashion-wise, Vidya Balan, Sonam Kapoor and Amitabh Bachchan let the side down. Read Article Style file: desi goes disastrously wrong at Cannes

 

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Life of Pelé to be immortalised on film

Brazilian forward Pele dribbles past a defender during a friendly soccer match between Malmoe and Brazil, 08 May 1960 in Malmoe. Pele scored two goals as Brazil won 7-1. AFP PHOTO

Brian Grazer is producing a film on the football star Pele.  Life of Pelé to be immortalised on film

Louvre Abu Dhabi is a modern marvel in the making

The stunning dome designed by Jean Nouvel will be the first thing visitors to the Louvre Abu Dhabi will see when they arrive at the museum in 2015. Courtesy Tourism Development & Investment Company

The Louvre Abu Dhabi will open its doors to visitors in 2015, but one of the most crucial phases of construction is well under way.   Louvre Abu Dhabi is a modern marvel in the making

Secretly shot Iranian film and second heist mark last days of Cannes

The Iranian director Mohammad Rasoulof, who has been banned from making films and leaving Iran, made a surprise appearance at the Cannes film festival to screen his political thriller Manuscripts Don't Burn. Valery Hache / AP Photo

More of our look at the behind-the-scenes ups and downs at the Cannes Film Festival.  Secretly shot Iranian film and second heist mark last days of Cannes

Design like a pro with our expert tips

Pull together as many interior design magazines as possible and collate images that reflect what you would like your home to look like. Pawan Singh / The National

Your budget may not allow for the services of an interior designer but these tips will help you create a home that looks like its been put together by a pro.   Design like a pro with our expert tips

The Orient, expressed in Abu Dhabi

Dome of the Rock Mosque in Jerusalem, 1844, by Joseph-Philibert Girault de Prangey. Courtesy of Louvre Abu Dhabi Agence photo F

A discussion at Manarat Al Saadiyat will examine the art and photography of European artists travelling 'through the lights and images' of this region, writes Nick Leech   The Orient, expressed in Abu Dhabi

UAE rugby hope the kids are all right

JJ Fanucci of Dubai Exiles during the Jebel Ali Sevens Rugby at the Jebel Ali Centre of Excellence, Jebel Ali on the 16th November 2012. Credit: Jake Badger for The National

Freshly relegated, no better time for a youth movement than the present, writes Paul Radley.  UAE rugby hope the kids are all right

In pictures: Business picks up for UAE property model makers

Companies tasked with making scale models to announce developments in Dubai report business is picking up. Words by Martin Croucher. Photos by Christopher Pike / The National

Companies tasked with making scale models to announce developments in Dubai report business is picking up.  In pictures: Business picks up for UAE property model makers

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Video: Talking Shehhi – a dialect from RAK's mountain tribes

Video: Talking Shehhi – a dialect from RAK's mountain tribes(Video)

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Video: Tracing UAE families through genealogy

Video: tracing UAE families through genealogy(Video)

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In pictures: Swarovski studded tub

The Swarovski Crystal Saracen bath from Catchpole & Rye.(Photos)

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In pictures: Maldives a piece of heaven on earth

Maldives a piece of heaven on earth(Photos)

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In pictures: Sir Bu Nair Island

Sir Bu Nair Island in charge of Sharjah government. One of the UAE’s untouched, natural islands is to be partially developed under new plans by Sharjah to promote eco-tourism.(Photos)

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