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ABC Joshua Tylerbest -- a contestant on Katie Thurston 's season of "The Bachelorette," who actually went pretty far -- has been arrested and charged with having child pornography on him ... TMZ has learned. According to legal docs, obtained by TMZ, the IT consultant was busted last month in Miami -- law enforcement says a Google account registered to him was flagged for allegedly uploading approximately 50 images/videos showing child sexual abuse. ABC The cops got a search warrant of the Google account and claim they found evidence of Tylerbest interacting with the child pornography images. Law enforcement says they then searched his residence and seized several electronic items, including his iPhone -- which they claim contained 15 files that fit the bill for child porn. Cops claim the clips include videos of kids -- some of whom are under 10 -- involved in graphic sex acts with adults. Miami Dade Jail He's now been … [Read more...] about Ex-‘Bachelorette’ Star Joshua Tylerbest Arrested for Possessing Child Porn

When it comes to diversity in film, streaming far outpaced theatrical releases last year, according to a new report from UCLA , which found that diversity has taken “a step back in theatrical films but strides forward in streaming.” The report found that women and people of color fared far better in the streamers than in theatrical releases in every job category surveyed, which included directors, writers, lead actors and overall casts. And despite recent progress, the report’s authors say that in 2022, diversity in many key jobs on theatrical releases saw a “backslide to 2019 levels.” Even so, the percentage of women directors of theatrical films has nearly tripled since 2011 – from 4.6% to 14.6% last year – though they remain underrepresented by a factor of more than 3-to-1. Women writers and cast members have also gained ground in theatrical films. Last year, 27% of writers and 41% of cast members were women, compared to 17% and 40%, respectively, in 2019. And on … [Read more...] about Streaming Films Are Far More Diverse Than Theatrical Features, Study Finds

The French movie sector saw investment and activity return to pre-pandemic levels in 2022, while streamer contributions rose, according to the annual production report of France ’s National Cinema Centre . Overall, there was $1.28 billion (1.18 billion euros) worth of investment in feature film production in 2022, against €1.44 billion (1.33 billion euros) in 2021 and $1.21 billion (1.11 billion euros) in 2019. The number of films also stabilized at 287, down from the 2021 spike of 340 but in line with the 10-year average of 288. The annual study, released on Wednesday, draws on budget information provided for feature film productions approved by the CNC as eligible for its different support schemes and is seen as giving an accurate reflection of what is going on in the sector from one year to the next. “After a 2021 marked by a record number of approved films due to the strong catch-up effect of 2020, when production was hit by the crisis, 2022 returns to a level … [Read more...] about French Movie Sector Drew $1.28B Investment In 2022 As Activity Returned To Pre-Pandemic Levels

After ranking number one on IMDb's list of Popular Indian Celebrities trending globally, Raashii Khanna marks spots on top once again with Ormax's most-watched SVOD original Indian series as both Farzi and Rudra: The Edge of Darkness bag first and second position respectively. Making her OTT debut with Disney+Hotstar's Ajay Devgn co-starrer psychological-thriller Rudra: The Edge of Darkness last year, Raashii Khanna won over the digital platform once again this year with Raj and DK's Amazon Prime Video series Farzi , also starring Shahid Kapoor, Vijay Sethupathi, and Kay Kay Menon. Winning critical acclaim as well as admiration and love from audience for both her ventures, Raashii Khanna is the only Indian actor to have two shows topping the most-watched list of original shows in the nation. Expressing her gratitude, Raashii took to her Instagram stories and said, "Farzi and Rudra in top 2! Both these projects have been extremely special to me and it's … [Read more...] about Raashii Khanna Tops Yet Again, Becomes Only Indian Celeb Having 2 Shows In Most-Watched OTT Series List

Recommended Video Parineeti Chopra-Raghav Chadha की Roka Ceremony! डेटिंग की अफवाहों के बीच ये बड़ी खबर आई सामने Entertainment Live Updates: As we welcome a new Thursday morning in March, the entertainment is already buzzing with several interesting and exciting updates. From Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha's roka date to the new poster of Adipurush on Ram Navami and much more. Parineeti Chopra-Raghav Chadha's Family Looking For A Roka Date: Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha's consecutive spottings grabbed several eyeballs. Netizens started wondering if something was cooking between them. Amid this, an AAP MP's tweet hinting 'union' added fuel to the fire. Now, a close family friend of the alleged couple has revealed that "The roka is definitely happening but the families are trying to figure out a date soon. They are looking for a date that could be in this month or early next month." Makers Unveil A New Poster Of Prabhas-Kriti Sanon Starrer … [Read more...] about Entertainment Highlights: Parineeti-Raghav’s Roka Date; Makers Unveil New Poster Of Adipurush On Rama Navami

Ashi Singh Ram Navami Memories: One of the most significant Hindu festivals, Ram Navami marks the birth anniversary of Lord Rama, who was born during the Shukla Paksha of Chaitra month on Navami Tithi. Before Ram Navami, nine days are spent worshipping the nine different forms of Goddess Durga and on the ninth day of Chaitra Navratri, the devotees celebrate the birth of Lord Ram. Hence, the festival is called Ram Navami. The whole nation is celebrating Ram Navami today (March 30). On the special occasion, actress Ashi Singh who's currently playing the titular role in ZEE TV's Meet: Badlegi Duniya Ki Reet exclusively told us about her most cherished memories connected to the festival and how she plans on celebrating it this year. Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai: New Storm To Hit Akshara's Life? Check What Harshad Chopda Has To Say CHILDHOOD MEMORIES OF ASHI SINGH ON RAM NAVAMI Ashi Singh, who is winning hearts for her performance as Meet Hooda in the ZEE TV … [Read more...] about Ram Navami EXCLUSIVE: Meet Actress Ashi Singh Shares Childhood Memories, Says ‘We Used To Be Up All Night…’

Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway: Rani Mukerji's Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway was released in the theaters amid rave reviews from the critics as well as the audience alike. The film is based on the story of an Indian couple whose children were taken away by Norwegian authorities in 2011, citing parenting mistakes. As soon as the film was released, the Norwegian ambassador Hans Jacob Frydenlund stirred controversy as he called out the film for having 'factual inaccuracies' and even said that the film was a 'fictional representation' of a true case. Now, the actress has hit back at the allegations and said that the film's intent was very different from what was being projected. She said that It was about a mother's journey. RANI MUKERJI REACTS TO NORWEGIAN OFFICIAL'S REMARKS Rani Mukerji during an interview with Hindustan Times said, "Everybody is entitled to have their own opinion. This film was not really made to offend anybody. It was a story of a mother that needed to be … [Read more...] about Everybody Is Touchy About Their Country: Rani Mukerji Reacts To Norwegian Govt’s ‘Factual Inaccuracies’ Remark

Recommended Video Parineeta fame Filmmaker Pradeep Sarkar का निधन, Bollywood Celebs ने जताया शोक | FilmiBeat Pradeep Sarkar, the acclaimed filmmaker behind movies such as Parineeta , Laga Chunari Mein Daag , Mardaani , and Helicopter Eela , has passed away at the age of 67. He breathed his last at 3:30 am on March 24. PRADEEP SARKAR DEATH REASON According to the ongoing reports, the director was on dialysis. He was rushed to hospital at around 3 am as his potassium levels had dropped significantly. He subsequently passed away at the hospital. The funeral service for Sarkar is scheduled to be held at a crematorium in Santacruz, Mumbai, at 4 pm today. His film industry colleagues have been notified of his untimely demise, and they woke up to a shocking morning, stunned by the news. Sasur Ji Ke Darr Ne...: Fans React As Ranveer Attends Sports Awards With Deepika, Her Father In 'Normal' Outfit HANSAL MEHTA CONFIRMS PRADEEP SARKAR'S DEMISE … [Read more...] about Mardaani & Parineeta Director Pradeep Sarkar Passes Away At The Age Of 67, Was On Dialysis

Top Bollywood News, March 8, 2023: Hello, film buffs, it's Holi, and we are sure all of you must have had a blast with all that gulal and delicious food. As people might have been busy with the festive celebratory mood, you couldn't have kept tabs on all the latest happenings from Bollywood. Worry not, in that case, we are back again with yet another exciting edition of the top Bollywood news of the day. The latest update from the world of showbiz includes Nawazuddin Siddiqui talking about his kids, Navya Nada Naveli playing dhol on Holi, SRK's upcoming movie Jawaan's co-star Nayanthara spotting at the airport with her kids, and more. SUSHMITA SEN PENS A POWERFUL NOTE ON INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY Days after announcing that she had suffered a major heart attack, actress Sushmita Sen took to her Instagram account on the occasion of International Women's Day to share a heartfelt and powerful message for all women. In her post, Sen talked about self-love and how it feels … [Read more...] about Top Bollywood News: Sushmita Sen’s POWERFUL Note On Women’s Day; Navya Naveli’s Plays DHOL At Holi Bash

Top Bollywood News: Hello movie buffs! Our top Bollywood news segment is back with the latest gossip and juicy updates from the tinsel vile. Before weekend fever grips you tight and you submerge yourself in the big Holi celebration preps, take a look at some major happenings in the Bollywood today. From Sushmita Sen's big revelation on her heart attack to Benny Dayal getting hit by a drone, we've got you covered! Sushmita Sen Reveals She Had 95 Percent Blockage In Main Artery During a LIVE session, Sushmita Sen thanked her well-wishers for the love and prayers and also revealed big details on her heart attack. She said that "I survived a very big heart attack. It was very big. 95 percent blockage in the main artery." She further called it a phase that has passed. The actress further stated that, "It doesn't put fear in my heart". View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sushmita Sen … [Read more...] about Top Bollywood News: Sushmita Sen Survived ‘Very Big’ Heart Attack; Kangana Ranaut Lauds Virat Kohli & Anushka