A Minute With – Rachel McAdams on remembering her "Vow

LOS ANGELES: Eight years ago, Rachel McAdams hit Hollywood’s map in teary, romantic drama “The Notebook.” Since then, she has broadened her range of work to include laugh-out-loud comedies such as “Wedding Crashers,” adventure films like “Sherlock Holmes” and recently, the Woody Allen movie “Midnight in Paris.”

But the Canadian actress has returned to her romantic roots with new drama “The Vow,” due in theatres on Friday. The actress portrays Paige, a young bohemian artist happily married to Leo (Channing Tatum) until a devastating car crash leaves her with a head trauma that erases her entire memory of their relationship.

While Leo tries in vain to get her to remember him, Paige reverts back to the person she was five years earlier — a law student with a conservative wardrobe who doesn’t understand why she’s estranged from her parents or why she broke off her engagement to a charming businessman (Scott Speedman). Leo must make Paige fall back in love with him if he is to win her back.

McAdams, 33, sat down with Reuters to talk about the film, the surprise success of Oscar-nominated “Midnight in Paris” and why she feels compelled to always take breaks between projects.

Q: “The Vow” is actually based on a real story that happened to a couple from New Mexico. Did you meet Krickitt Carpenter, the woman upon whom the character Paige is based?

A: “I did. Both Channing and I met her and her husband (Kim Carpenter). It was nerve wracking at first because you want to do justice to their story. At the same time, our story was only inspired by them, so we were playing different people. But they are an incredible couple. They had a strong faith in God and had that to fall back on. They had only been married two months when it happened in the early ’90s. Today they have two children.”

Q: Your character dressed and behaved one way before the accident and another after it. Was that challenging?

A: “It was difficult to play almost two different people at times, and to keep the thread going between my character and Channing’s character. You want some sense of hope that these people might find each other again. I did some research into brain injuries and the emotional effects of that. It’s quite isolating. The more your family and friends try to bring back your memories, the more you pull away.”

Q: Your other film out there, “Midnight in Paris,” is nominated for four Academy Awards, including best directing and writing for Woody Allen. Are you surprised at its success?

A: “You never know how these things will go. Reading the script, I loved the sentiment. I loved this idea of Golden Age thinking and that maybe we should just celebrate the time we’re in rather than wishing we were somewhere else. Woody continues to communicate truths about life in such a funny and wonderful way that not all of us can articulate. I love that people responded to this film.”

Q: Yet the most magical parts of it — the period parts set in 1920s Paris — were ones you were not in, since you played Owen’s present day fiancée.

A: “I know. I was so sad because I love doing period. It’s my favourite thing to do. I love vintage clothes and I had just done ‘Sherlock Holmes.’ But it a great thing to part of and I wish Woody much, much luck coming up.”

Q: You seemed to be on a working streak back in 2004 and 2005 with films like “Mean Girls,” “The Notebook,” “Wedding Crashers” and “Red Eye” among others. Then things slowed down. Did you take a break from Hollywood?

A: “It wasn’t deliberate, per se. I had just come off a whirlwind of making movies and I wanted to check in with myself and reflect a little bit on what happened. I had gone through a very big transition. I wish I could be one of those people who could work back to back and not really take a break and not pause for a breath. But I’ve never been able to do that. It’s not my forte, so I tend to always take a little bit of a break.”

Q: You are based in Toronto, in your native Canada. When you’re on break, what do you do?

A: “There’s something (not quite right) when as an actor you’re supposed to be interpreting life but you don’t know anything about taking the bus. So for me, it’s about going into a coffee shop and watching people being people and just getting back out in the world. My job takes me away from my life, my home, my family, my friends, so it’s important for me to be able to reconnect, to read books instead of scripts, to cook myself a meal. As fun as it is being on the road and eating room service every night, I appreciate the other things and I always look forward to coming back to them. You really feel like you live two lives sometimes.” AGENCIES

Trains delay irks passengers

 

According to railway schedule, Jaffar Express from Rawalpindi to Karachi reached at 9am after a 10 hours delay and Awami Express from Peshawar to Karachi arrived at Multan Railway station at 8:45am with 7 hours delay. Tezgam Express from Karachi to Rawalpindi arrived at 12: 30 with 6 hours delay.

 

Meanwhile, Zakariya Express from Karachi to Multan and Super Express from Malikwal to Karachi are 3-hour late. The passengers have been waiting the trains for hours in the extreme cold weather.

 

Moreover, weather is expected to remain cold and dry in Multan and its adjacent areas.
 

No progress on 20th Amend until demands are met: PML-N

 

PML-N chief Nawaz Sharif said if party’s demands on transparent election commission were not met, 20th Constitutional Amendment would not be approved.

 

While talking to media in Bahawalpur today, PMl-N chief termed the demand for an independent election commission as justified and demanded a purposeful consultation not like the ones held in the past.

 

Replying to a question regarding Bahawalpur, Nawaz said it should be made a separate province adding this is the right of the people of this area.  

 

Nawaz credited his party with bringing NRO to a halt and also urged Prime Minister Gilani to stand firm on his viewpoint.

Mary J Blige, Belvedere Vodka and RED try to Help Save Lives

TrendPK.com: Award-winning, multi-platinum singer Mary J Blige will be performing at a private pre-Grammy event on February, 9th 2012 to celebrate the partnership of Belvedere http://www.facebook.com/belvederevodka , the world’s first super premium vodka and (RED)(TM). http://www.facebook.com/joinred

The exclusive performance will be followed by a private party at Bardot, Los Angeles to help raise awareness around HIV/AIDS and emphasize the need for consumers to unite in support of programs that help eliminate HIV and AIDS in Africa.

In winter 2011, BELVEDERE (PRODUCT)RED(TM) Special Edition bottle http://www.facebook.com/belvederevodka launched to raise proceeds for the Global Fund(TM) to fight HIV/AIDS. The (RED) http://www.joinred.com inspired packaging will contain the same unadulterated and naturally smooth(R) Belvedere vodka enthusiasts have always enjoyed. 50% of Belvedere’s profits from the global sale of (BELVEDERE)RED http://www.facebook.com/belvederevodka will contribute to the Global Fund.
Mary J Blige said: “I’m delighted to be supporting (Belvedere) RED in their fight against HIV & AIDS in Africa. It is one of the most devastating issues faced by millions in Africa and if we can raise awareness with this event and encourage people to buy (PRODUCT) RED, we’ll be one step closer to an HIV / AIDS free generation in 2015.”

Fans can watch the party build up and Mary J Blige’s performance live via Facebook at approximately 10.45pm (PST). The event will be streamed to http://www.facebook.com/belvederevodka. Media can download images and B-Roll footage from the event at 6am Friday 10th February 2012, please visit http://www.epklink.com/BelvedereRedWithMaryJBlige

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Kim Kardashian reportedly staying away from all football players

TrendPK.com: Kim Kardashian is reportedly all done with football players after her long relationship in the past with Reggie Bush.

Despite the recent rumors trying to link Kardashian with various football players, it seems she has no interest in dating that type of athlete in the future, states TMZ. Since her split with Bush was so difficult, Kardashian apparently wants to stay away from that sport.

It also seems she is going to stay away from dating for now as she is still dealing with her divorce from Kris Humphries.

Who do you think she’ll end up dating?

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Oscars: “The Descendants,” “The Artist” and the Oscars Nominees Luncheon – AWARDS ALLEY

By Sean O’Connell
TrendPK.com: Now that the Super Bowl is over, the next BIG game on our nation’s horizon is the Oscar telecast, better known as the Super Bowl for movie fans.

We’ll have plenty of news items crossing the wire from now until Feb. 26, when the Academy gets together to hand out their annual Best Of trophies, starting with today’s headlines:

- Alexander Payne (“The Descendants”) has been selected by the Board of Directors of the American Cinema Editors (ACE) to be honored with the organization’s prestigious ACE Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year Award. The award will be presented at the 62nd Annual ACE Eddie Awards ceremony on Saturday, Feb. 18, in the International Ballroom of the Beverly Hilton Hotel. “Alexander Payne is a consistently fresh, exciting voice in film,” stated the ACE Board of Directors. “From the socially conscious and satirical “Citizen Ruth” to the rich and poignant comedies of “Sideways,” “About Schmidt” and most recently “The Descendants,” he is a filmmaker with unique vision and the ability to illuminate the humanity in every story he tells. We are delighted to recognize him with our most distinguished honor.”

- Awards Daily wonders if any film can upset “The Artist” at the Oscars. Good question.

- On that topic, Jeff Wells left Santa Barbara charmed by “Artist” star Jean Dujardin and Berenice Bejo. Good for him.

- EW.com makes the case for “Shame,” which was shut out of the Oscars.

- Lars Von Trier’s “Melancholia” swept the Danish Film Academy Awards. Well, yeah. Of course. What was it’s competition?

- The BAFTAs have picked Miss Piggy as their official red carpet host. That should be fun.

- And finally, the Oscars Nominees Luncheon will be held today, Feb. 6. Here’s a list of who’s expected to attend, including George Clooney, Viola Davis, Glenn Close, Rooney Mara, Meryl Streep, Michelle Williams, Demian Bichir, Jean Dujardin, Gary Oldman and Brad Pitt.

Awards Alley brings you the best Oscar coverage. Click below to read our exclusive interviews with:
– Harvey Weinstein
– The cast of “The Artist.”
– Kenneth Branagh for “My Week With Marilyn.”
– Bennett Miller talks “Moneyball.”
– Producer Jim Burke for “The Descendants.”
– Sir Ben Kingsley and Chloe Grace Moretz for “Hugo.”
– Tilda Swinton for “We Need to Talk About Kevin.”
– David Fincher, Daniel Craig and Rooney Mara on “The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo.”
– Viola Davis and Octavia Spencer for “The Help.”
– Tate Taylor for “The Help.”
– Woody Harrelson for “Rampart.”
– Gavin O’Connor for “Warrior.”
– Gary Oldman and Colin Firth for “Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy.”
– Charlize Theron, Patton Oswalt, Jason Reitman and Diablo Cody for “Young Adult.”
– Steve McQueen for “Shame.”
– Glenn Close for “Albert Nobbs.”
– Seth Rogen and Will Reiser for “50/50.”
– Producer Grant Heslov for “The Ides of March.”

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Kashmir – key milestone for Indo-Pak growth: Shankar

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NEW DELHI: Indian Congressman and the former member of Indian parliament Mani Shankar described Kashmir issue being the biggest milestone to be surpassed if the two countries want serious progress on other sectors, reports TrendPK.

He said all the other longstanding issues would automatically come to logical and easily attained solution as soon as both the countries become able to unravel Kashmir dispute.

Addressing newsmen at Karachi Press Club, Shankar said two countries showed sincere readiness to some extent and became able to resolve Kashmir row through strings of dialogue during the times of former President Musharraf. “Process of dialogue was underway as long as Musharraf stood clang to the power,” he mentioned.

According to their nature, all the disputes need only love, affection and seriousness to get unstitched, Shankar observed, making it clear that war cannot become answer to any dispute. TrendPK

Salman says no to Bodyguard sequel

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MUMBAI: Indian Bollywood ace Salman Khan has said he has resolved no to produce sequel of Bodyguard, TrendPK reports Saturday.

In an interview, Heroic Salman, widely known in India and Pakistan as ‘Charming Sallo’ said, last year (2011) has been a ‘big hit’ and ‘Lucky 11’ for sequel films but despite all the winds blowing in favour of sequels, he dismissed possibility of Bodyguard 2.

“I am not going to film sequel of Bodyguard,” Salman clarified, justifying, the movie concluded at a point which was beautiful and comprehensive. “Nothing more could be added to carry on this story whence, therefore, Bodyguard 2 will not be filmed,” Salman asserted. TrendPK 

Clashes leave 10 injured, 35 nabbed in Sialkot, G’wala

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GUJRANWALA: Consequent to fierce clashes, featuring pelting stones and firing between armed groups in Sialkot and Gujranwala, up to 10 clashers were injured and at least 35 were booked for resorting to panic, police sources said.  

Meanwhile in Mansehra, a man was killed and another seven were injured.

CPO Gujranwala told media two rival groups clashed in Shahrukh Colony of Baghbanpura with adversaries being pelted with stones and firing, causing up to six people to receive injuries. Wounded have been hospitalized, he said.

Meanwhile, heavy police contingents, having seized control over the entire haunted area, took at least nine suspected offenders under arrest. The wave of panic and tension has blanketed the locality, sources described, adding that police have managed to establish several checkpoints to keep the situation under control.

In Sialkot, on the other hand, four clashers were injured after being hit by stones amid fierce skirmishes over trivial disputes, prompting police officials to place strict cordon around the area. Injured have now been discharged from hospital after treatment, sources claimed.

Also, at least 26 alleged lawbreakers were thrown behind the bars but police have yet to book them under any case, witnesses said adding that, ferocious mob subsequently blocked a  main road and set tires on fire in protest against incompetence and negligence of police department for failing to register any case against the lawbreakers

In Mansehra, a man was reportedly killed and seven injured amid armed clashes between two rival groups near Punjab Chowke at Shahrah-e-Karakoram. Shortly after the offense, police resorted to aerial firing and shelling to scatter the furious mob.

A large number of security men stand guard in the locality now to thwart any eventuality. TrendPK

Veena Malik’s fresh outbursts

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MUMBAI: Film, television artist and television host Pakistani actress Veena Malik, much popular being the ‘Scandal Queen’ among the media circles, Saturday claimed to have signed a UK-based film, reports TrendPK.

When asked about the release date of her ongoing Bollywood movie, Ms. Malik said, though she was much uncertain about the exact time of screening of her maiden Indian movie ‘Mumbai 125 kilometers’ but, according to her, she has been receiving offers from across the globe to feature different kinds of fashion projects and to grace international films.

Reasoning why she opted to work in a British movie, Veena was to say that because the role she had been offered to play in that film was both eloquent as well as powerful and that it was the key role with story mostly revolving around her character, she thought, would belly out her actual artistic performance; she was forced to accept the offer. Veena also said since she was not authorized to speak much about her British movie, she could say nothing more than that.

 “I will start working on new fashion projects after packing up shooting of Mumbai 125 kilometers,” she concluded. TrendPK

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