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WHEN THE COMMANDING billionaire Vlad Doronin asks you to do something, he’s not really asking. So when, during an interview at his Miami Beach mansion, the Soviet-born Doronin directs me to lie down on a table so he can demonstrate a scary-looking machine, I don’t even inquire what the device does. I just climb onto the table in my form-fitting dress and heels, and the owner of the ultra-luxury Aman hotel brand places a plastic wand on my abdomen.

time travel. For instance, whenever I hear 'Dekha Hai Maine Tumhe Phir Se Palat Ke' from Ravikant Nagaich's Wardat (1981), it takes me back to my childhood in Kadam Kuan, Patna. A bunch of 15-16-year-old boys are listening to Bappi Lahiri's music on a 45 RPM record. The boys are friends of my elder brother, and I, as a 6-year-old, have been banished from their midst. But I am allowed to peek in through the door. One of the boys is a famed dancer of the mohalla and everyone urges him to do his Mithun routine. I don't rate him highly. It is his white leather boots that, I feel, have prejudiced the jury in his favour. After much coaxing, he gets up, throws his arms in the air, and starts disco dancing. With Mithunda, you don't move around much. You just stand and deliver with hand movements and bent-knee hip gyrations. Decades later, I can still see the white leather boots with 2-inch heels and side zippers I coveted every time I listen to Bappi Lahiri sing that song. Lahiri's special genius was that he sang Hindi songs as if they were a foreign language. More often than not, like a slightly campy Welshman. Wardat was Mithunda's second coming as Gunmaster G-9, our own dancing James Bond. Though not as successful as Suraksha (1980), the soundtrack of Wardat is memorable.

James Bond franchise included a shocking twist. Apparently, Jeff Bezos wanted longtime producer Barbara Broccoli out. The Hollywood Reporter claims that Jeff Bezos, the CEO of Amazon, was adamant on firing 007 producer Barbara Broccoli and even told his employees that he wanted her gone, regardless of the cost.

Jeff Bezos started a contentious discussion by asking fans who they thought should be the next James Bond. Fans worry that Amazon's dominance over the franchise may weaken the most revered spy series, though.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. AT DUKES BAR in London there is a limit of two martinis per person. Enrico Chiappini, one of the bartenders, says that in his 16 years he has made almost no exceptions.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. AT DUKES BAR in London there is a limit of two martinis per person. Enrico Chiappini, the head bartender, says that in his 16 years he has made almost no exceptions.

Yusuf Dikec has become a global sensation after his nonchalant stance at the Paris Games went viral, capturing the attention of fans, fellow athletes, and even world's richest person like Elon Musk. This pose, characterized by his non-shooting hand casually tucked into his pocket, has sparked a frenzy of memes, comparisons to fictional spy James Bond, and widespread imitation both within and outside the sporting world. Recognizing the overwhelming popularity of his stance, Dikec has taken steps to protect his iconic pose by filing for a trademark with the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office. His coach, Erdinc Bilgili, revealed that the move was prompted by several attempts to trademark the pose without Dikec's knowledge or consent. «After being informed of numerous trademark registration initiatives carried out without Yusuf Dikec's knowledge, we submitted an application about a week ago,» Bilgili told AFP, adding that the «other applications have been rejected.» The decision to trademark the pose is not just about protecting Dikec's intellectual property but also about safeguarding the commercial use of his likeness. The viral nature of his pose has led to the creation of various memorabilia, including T-shirts, mugs, and mobile phone covers, all bearing his image. Turkish news channel TRT Haber reported the widespread sale of such items, further emphasizing the need for trademark protection.

Daniel Craig confirmed his exit from the James Bond franchise, the question looming large on Bollywood is what qualities the new superspy must possess and what should he look like. As the untitled 26th James Bond movie has been planned with Idris Elba, Tom Hardy, Henry Cavill and James Norton, the question is, what must be the new 007 agent like? Earlier it was rumored that Aaron Taylor-Johnson had been cast as the new James Bond, later it was also suggested that Taron Egerton is now the favorite. What Debbie McWilliams did say?

James Bond. The 'Kick-Ass' star is no stranger to action movies and at 33 is a good age to join the franchise, as producers likely want a 10 year commitment to the role. Since Craig announced that he was hanging up his tuxedo after five outings as 007 — the last being 'No Time to Die' in 2021 — there has been frenzied speculation over which actor will take the coveted role.

grown-ups, the joys of watching cartoons are often overlooked or dismissed as childish. But delving into the world of animated entertainment offers a shipload of pleasures that transcend age boundaries. For starters, cartoons provide the ultimate escape from realism. They offer club entry into whimsy where literally anything is possible and imagination is queen. Moreover, cartoons often contain sophisticated humour and biting wit that hyper-sensitive adults — a growing breed these days — won't suspect in a 'children's genre'. Which is why so many animated shows incorporate satire, parody and social commentary otherwise verboten in 'real actors' films and shows. This humour-intelligence blend appeals to grown-up viewers who crave entertainment with substance — and an edge.

James Bond, British tabloid The Sun has set the internet ablaze with rumors of Aaron Taylor-Johnson stepping into the iconic role. The Kick-Ass star reportedly stands on the brink of signing a deal to embody cinema's legendary secret agent.

Justice League, Wonder Woman 1984 and the recent Rebel Moon. His filmmaking style is a blend of superhero sagas and sci-fi epics. "It’d be cool to see, like, 20-year-old James Bond," he told The Atlantic.

James Bond, Callum Turner's name has surfaced as a potential contender. Addressing the buzzing rumors linking him to the iconic role, Turner humorously attributed the speculation to his mother's enthusiastic support. Despite the swirling talks, the 33-year-old actor affirmed that he hasn't engaged in discussions regarding portraying the suave spy. However, Turner expressed admiration for Barbara Broccoli, describing her as an «amazing producer» and expressing eagerness to collaborate in any capacity.

James Bond, where espionage and action take center stage, there's an unexpected gem that doubles as a surprising Christmas movie—'On Her Majesty’s Secret Service.' Unlike the typical Bond narrative, this film offers a unique glimpse into the more vulnerable side of the iconic secret agent, making it a hidden holiday treat. On Her Majesty's Secret Service

Ian Fleming: The Complete Man. By Nicholas Shakespeare. Harvill Secker; 864 pages; £30. To be published in America by Harper in March; $35 It was a chance invitation to a dinner party that changed Ian Fleming’s life and legacy.

West Bengal Governor and the state government over various issues related to the education sector, Governor CV Ananda Bose has sent two confidential letters-one to Nabanna (the state secretariat) and other to New Delhi on Saturday midnight. Bose had vowed to «take action at midnight» yesterday, following which the letters were sent last midnight. The Governor told mediapersons on Saturday, «Wait for the stroke of midnight today (Saturday midnight).

(Reuters) — British luxury carmaker Aston Martin kept its 2023 forecast unchanged on Wednesday after reporting a smaller pretax loss for the second quarter, helped by higher sales.

Over the past decade, Fang Fang, a retiree living in Shanghai, has grown acquainted with Hollywood’s biggest exports: James Bond. Tom Cruise. The Fast & Furious crew.

Scientists and medical chiefs who have led Britain’s response to the pandemic were awarded knighthoods Friday in the country’s annual New Year Honours List, which recognised the achievements of hundreds of people from James Bond star Daniel Craig to teenage tennis star Emma Raducanu.