Rachel Weisz renews criticism of Botox trend in HollywoodOctober 11th, 2009 LONDON - Actress Rachel Weisz has once again criticized aging actresses who resort to cosmetic treatment in a bid to look younger. "I think it's strange that an actress would give up the expression in her face," the Telegraph quoted her as saying.
Rachel Weisz happy to get older!October 8th, 2009 LONDON - Hollywood actress Rachel Weisz has no problems about getting older, because she feels she is more confident and happy with herself. The 39-year-old actress isn't nervous about hitting the milestone age next March because as she has gotten older, her confidence has grown, reports list.co.uk.
Grint, Pattinson in tie for Prince Harry biopicOctober 4th, 2009 LONDON - Both Harry Potter star Rupert Grint and "Twilight" actor Robert Pattinson are being tipped to play Prince Harry in a movie about the British monarch's life. Director Peter Kosminsky is set to begin casting for the biopic, titled "The Spare".
Robin Williams lined up to play Susan Boyle in biopicAugust 24th, 2009 LONDON - Funnyman Robin Williams may play Susan Boyle in a blockbuster movie based on her life. The actor, who cross-dressed to play Mrs Doubtfire in 1993, revealed that he was approached by movie chiefs for the film, reports The Daily Star.
Depp keen on playing woman in new movieJuly 16th, 2009 LONDON - Hollywood superstar Johnny Depp has his eye on a gender-bending movie role, as he is keen on portraying singer-actress Carol Channing in a biopic. The "Pirates of the Caribbean" actor has regularly donned a series of bizarre outfits for his films like "Edward Scissorhands" and "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory", and even dressed up as a woman for his part in 1994 comedy "Ed Wood".
"In life I am a chameleon, but with him I am a cavewoman" : Rachel WeiszJuly 12th, 2009 LONDON - Oscar-winning actress Rachel Weisz has revealed she loves her director boyfriend Darren Aronofsky because of the honesty in their relationship. Weisz, who has been dating The Wrestler director for eight years, says their relationship works so well because they are always honest with each other and she doesn't have to pretend to be something she isn't, reports femalefirst.co.uk.
Rachel Weisz wants botox banned for actorsJuly 7th, 2009 LONDON - Actress Rachel Weisz has left no doubts on her opinion on botox, saying that she would prefer it to be banned for actors. The Constant Gardener star said that she wanted the cosmetic treatment forbidden onscreen since it came under the way of altering an actor's expression.
Depp, Foxx to play Michael Jackson in biopic?July 1st, 2009 LONDON - Hollywood stars Johnny Depp and Jamie Fox are reportedly being lined up to play pop legend Michael Jackson in a new biopic on the idol. Hollywood studios are reportedly considering asking the "Edward Scissorhands" and "Ray" actors to star in the new biopic about the "Thriller" singer, who died of a suspected cardiac arrest in his Los Angeles home last week, reports contactmusic.com.
Rachel Weisz decides to cut down on work in favour of familyMay 22nd, 2009 LONDON - Hollywood actress Rachel Weisz has decided to cut down on her work in a bid to spend more time with family. Rachel, who is promoting her forthcoming flick 'Agora', is keen to spend time with fiance Darren Aronofsky and their two tear old son Henry.
Aamir Khan to star with Kate Winslet?May 21st, 2009 LONDON - Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan is set to star in his first Hollywood film alongside Oscar winning actress Kate Winslet, if reports are to be believed. Helmed by acclaimed filmmaker Pan Nalin, the film will show the funny side of an Indian mental asylum in 1947 during the partition of India.
Eva Longoria eyeing biopic on Mexican actressMay 19th, 2009 LONDON - 'Desperate Housewives' star Eva Longoria is planning to celebrate her Latina roots on the big screen, eyeing a biopic about the life of legendary Mexican film star Maria Felix. Longoria admits she has always wanted to play Felix, who passed away in 2002 at the age of 88 and cites her Mexican genes as one of the major reasons why she is determined to land the role for herself, reports contactmusic.com.
Rachel Weisz's 85-year-old scientist-aunt was her inspiration for Agora roleMay 18th, 2009 LONDON - Rachel Weisz' has revealed that her 85-year-old scientist-aunt was the actress' muse for her role in the new film Agora. The Mummy star said that she sought inspiration from her aunt Judith, and tried inhabiting the expert's experiences, to portray the character of Hypatia, an astronomer in ancient Alexandria in the movie.
Martin Scorsese to helm Frank Sinatra biopicMay 14th, 2009 LONDON - Oscar-winning director Martin Scorsese will produce and direct a big screen biopic on Frank Sinatra. The 66-year-old helmer will make the film for Universal and Mandalay Pictures.
Parton thinks Witherspoon needs a "big ol' boob job" to play herMay 7th, 2009 LONDON - Voluptuous singer Dolly Parton thinks Reese Witherspoon needs a "big ol' boob job" to play her in a new biopic. While expressing her surprise on reports suggesting that the petite actress is being linked with playing her in a planned movie, Parton jokingly said: "We'd have to get her a big ol' boob job."
A biographical film is one of a string of new projects for the 63-year-old, reports The Daily Express.
Hugh Hefner allows Robert Downey, Jr. to play him in biopicMay 6th, 2009 LONDON - Hugh Hefner has given Robert Downey, Jr. his stamp of approval to portray the Playboy mogul in a planned biopic.