Twitterati slam Hrithik Roshan, Celina Jaitly for tweets on Istanbul attack

Bollywood celebrities Hrithik Roshan and Celina Jaitly's tweets on Istanbul airport attack didn't go down too well with Twitter users who have lashed out at the actors for being 'insensitive'.

Hrithik Roshan and Celina Jaitly

The bombing attacks in Istanbul's Ataturk Airport have left over 40 dead and over 230 injured. The attack took place on Tuesday night when three attackers arrived in a taxi and began firing at the terminal entrance.

Several Bollywood celebrities took to Twitter to condemn the attack and express angst.

Hrithik Roshan, who was with his kids Hrehaan and Hridhaan, had a narrow escape from the terror attack. He took to Twitter to share the news:

Celina Jaitly, too, tweeted about the fact that she was at the Istanbul airport a month ago and shared a photo of the sunset from the airport.

Twitter, however, did not take their tweets kindly and expressed displeasure over their 'insensitive' comments.

Here are some reactions:

What's your take on the issue? Do you think their comments were taken out of context? Or do you think they were 'insensitive'?

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Irrfan's statement on 'Qurbaani' evokes criticism from Muslim clerics

Bollywood actor Irrfan's statement questioning killing of animals in the name of "Qurbaani" has invited sharp reactions from Muslim clerics, who have asked the actor to focus on his work instead of making his own interpretation of religious customs.

Irrfan Khan

During the promotion of his upcoming film "Madaari" in the city recently, the actor has questioned that how one can get "Puny" by killing an innocent animal in the name of "Kurbaani".

"Irrfan is an actor and he should focus on his work only. He has no religious knowledge and he should have contacted or get some knowledge from any cleric before raising any question regarding Kurbaani or Ramzan," Khalid Usmai, city qazi, told PTI. He said Islam has no vague things and Irrfan should improve his knowledge.

Another scholar Maulana Abdul Wahid Khatri, state secretary of Jamaat-e-Ulema-e-Hind, also said he should concentrate on his career instead of speaking about the religion.

Irrfan Khan had said, "People should understand the real meaning behind a particular ritual. Animals used to be the prime source of food when the ritual would have started and people sacrificed their food. Today, one buy two goats from market and kill them in the name of sacrifice then how come it becomes a real sacrifice?

"I feel proud that I live in a country which is not run by any religious rules," he had said.

Priyanka Chopra: I don't want to be a spoof in Hollywood

Priyanka Chopra, who has managed to carve a niche for herself in the western showbiz industry with her show 'Quantico', today said that she wants to break the stereotype about Indian actors in Hollywood and does not just want to be known as "spoof" there.

Priyanka Chopra.

"Icon is a very tricky word. Icon is a legendary personality despite the success and failure. I haven't reached that far yet...I want to keep a legacy for my children that they can be proud of. I want to spread my footprint across the world. I don't want to be known as a spoof in Hollywood," Priyanka told reporters here at an event.

The 'Quantico' star says she wants to break the stereotype about Indian actors in the West. "I want to break the stereotype about Indian actors...we have talent, hence I got a TV show ('Quantico'), film ('Baywatch'). I don't want to be like someone else. I always wanted to grow up and be Priyanka Chopra," she said.

"You admire qualities of people...I admire lot of people and I imbibe their best qualities. You have to find what is unique about you and the best version of yourself," she added. After making a mark in Bollywood with her acting skills, the "Fashion" star headed to the West with her single, which got her appreciation. After that, she made a American television debut with 'Quantico'. Now, she is debuting in Hollywood film "Baywatch".

"I don't think by doing one film in Hollywood I am done. My television show has been very successful. I take credit for that. My film career there (Hollywood) has not started yet, so I can't harp about it just because I have a film there," she said.

The 33-year-old actress feels grateful to have been accepted in Hollywood and she now plans to create opportunities for Indian actors abroad. "I feel it is just the beginning. Indian actors deserve respect. We have been boxed into a certain thing, but we can do much, so I want to be able to open doors for us. I hope them (Indian actors) to be more successful than me," she said.

When asked what's her next plan, she says she doesn't know as she has never planned her career. "I am very instinctive. I go by what comes my way. I don't know what is next, but it will be something creative," she added.

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Kate Beckinsale's 'Underworld: Blood Wars' to release in 2017

Kate Beckinsale starrer 'Underworld: Blood Wars' is set to release on January 6 next year.

Kate Beckinsale.

The film, which also stars Theo James, was earlier set to release on October 14 this year, reports variety.com.

German cinematographer Anna Foerster, a longtime collaborator with Roland Emmerich, is making her feature directorial debut helming the Cory Goodman screenplay.

Trent Garrett, Tobias Menzies, Lara Pulver, Clementine Nicholson, Bradley James and Charles Dance are also starring in the fifth film of the 'Underworld' franchise.

Tom Rosenberg and Gary Lucchesi are producing along with David Kern, Len Wiseman and Richard S. Wright.

The previous four films in the franchise have together grossed $460 million worldwide. The franchise was launched in 2003 with 'Underworld', directed by Len Wiseman and starring Beckinsale as the vampire Selene who is killing the Lycans (Werewolves) who allegedly slaughtered her family.

The next three films were 2006's 'Underworld: Evolution', 2009's 'Underworld: Rise of the Lycans' and 2012's 'Underworld: Awakening'.

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Parineeti Chopra lends her voice to Spielberg's 'The BFG'

After Bollywood actor Gulshan Grover, actress Parineeti Chopra has joined the voice cast of Oscar-winning filmmaker Steven Spielberg's 'The BFG'.

Parineeti Chopra

They will lend their voice to characters in the dubbed Hindi version of the fantasy adventure film, set to release in India on July 15.

Parineeti will voice the female protagonist of the movie. She has dubbed for Sophie, played by 12-year-old Ruby Barnhill in 'The BFG' aka 'The Big Friendly Giant', read a statement.

The actress decided to take up the part as she loved the character and it will be her first Hollywood project.

Parineeti will also be seen in Homi Adjania's next film 'Takadum', which will see her star opposite her 'Shuddh Desi Romance' co-star Sushant Singh Rajput.

Parineeti had tweeted: "So excited about this one! My next film 'Takadum' with the amazing Homi Adajania."

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Friday, July 1, 2016

Twitterati slam Hrithik Roshan, Celina Jaitly for tweets on Istanbul attack

Bollywood celebrities Hrithik Roshan and Celina Jaitly's tweets on Istanbul airport attack didn't go down too well with Twitter users who have lashed out at the actors for being 'insensitive'.

Irrfan's statement on 'Qurbaani' evokes criticism from Muslim clerics

Bollywood actor Irrfan's statement questioning killing of animals in the name of "Qurbaani" has invited sharp reactions from Muslim clerics, who have asked the actor to focus on his work instead of making his own interpretation of religious customs.

Priyanka Chopra: I don't want to be a spoof in Hollywood

Priyanka Chopra, who has managed to carve a niche for herself in the western showbiz industry with her show 'Quantico', today said that she wants to break the stereotype about Indian actors in Hollywood and does not just want to be known as "spoof" there.

Kate Beckinsale's 'Underworld: Blood Wars' to release in 2017

Kate Beckinsale starrer 'Underworld: Blood Wars' is set to release on January 6 next year.

Parineeti Chopra lends her voice to Spielberg's 'The BFG'

After Bollywood actor Gulshan Grover, actress Parineeti Chopra has joined the voice cast of Oscar-winning filmmaker Steven Spielberg's 'The BFG'.