January 22, 2009

In support of the upcoming theatrical release of "The Uninvited", DreamWorks have unveiled three clips and a featurette from the remake of 2003 Korean horror "A Tale of Two Sisters". While two of the clips focus on Emily Browning's Anna and Elizabeth Banks' Rachel, the other clip features Anna and her sister Alex.

In the clip entitled "Tranquilizers", Anna and Alex roam through Rachel's stuffs and find a kit pack filled with tranquilizers. Meanwhile, the second clip is called "Wear the Pearls" and it shows the scene where Rachel tries to be nice with Anna by lending Anna her pearl necklace. But, Anna stuns her by questioning who Rachel really is.

Australian Oscar-winning actresses Nicole Kidman and Cate Blanchett are about to be honored by Australian Postal Service, having their famous faces featured on a postage stamp. Beside them, the country will also bestow actors Russell Crowe and Geoffrey Rush with the same honor.

The foursome will be all featured on stamps, to be resealed as part of Australia Day on January 26, in characters and as themselves. Their characters which will be used for the stamps are taken from the films they won Oscars for; Nicole in "Moulin Rouge" (2001), Cate in "Elizabeth" (1998), Geoffrey in "Shine" (1996), and Russell in "Gladiator" (2000).

A 5-minute featurette of "Underworld: Rise of the Lycans" has been made available to view. Containing many never-before-seen footage from the supernatural thriller, the video features an introduction to Sonja and Lucian by the film's two leading actors, Rhona Mitra and Michael Sheen.

Aside from the descriptions of the two main characters, the featurette also gives background knowledge about the Lycans race itself, explaining the difference between a werewolf and a Lycan. In the video which exposes some of the behind-the-scene footage as well, producer Richard Wright also speaks out detailing what to expect from the film.

"Kaboom", the brand new track performed by Lady GaGa, has been available to stream. The up-beat single has Kalenna lending her vocals on the hook. It is still unclear whether the song is a new material for Lady GaGa's new album or taken from scrap pile from her debut album "The Fame".

In related news, Lady GaGa will embark on a U.K. roadshow with The Pussycat Dolls. She will kick it off on January 22 at NIA in Birmingham. The joint tour will be wrapped up on February 19 at MSH in Berlin. After completing the Europe leg, she will return to America for a bunch of national tour dates. Fans can log on to her MySpace to check her upcoming shows.

Two sneak peeks to the upcoming episode of "The L Word" are available. One is taking the scene of Alice and Tasha's visit to Tina's therapist to discuss their problem as a couple and the other one is on Nikki projecting her anger to Jenny and throwing everybody out of her mansion.

Also in the episode called "Least Likely", Max readies for the final surgical procedure in his female-to-male transsexual operation but gets a surprise that puts it on hold. Bette encounters an old college friend (guest star Elizabeth Berkley) at an art showing while Shane continues to seek Jenny's forgiveness. Helena also stumbles upon an old flame that complicate her current life.

Rumor has it, former couple Pink and Carey Hart have reconciled after announcing through her publicist back in February 2008 that they got divorced. Even greater, the motocross racer reportedly has moved in to her house in Malibu, according to US Weekly.

"[The relationship] never really ended. They just took a break on the marriage because they couldn't make it work never seeing each other," an unnamed source states. That is why, Hart moves to the singer's house to see if they can have a new start. "Pink is head over heels for Carey and wants to try it again, but she is proceeding cautiously," the source adds. "She never gave up hope that it would work."

Supernatural thriller "Preacher" is moving forward with its feature film adaptation. John August, who is known for his works in "Big Fish" and "Charlie's Angels" series among others, has been reportedly picked up to adapt the Vertigo comic book series into silver screen.

A frequent collaborator of Tim Burton, John August has written "Big Fish", "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" and "Corpse Bride" for the film director. Having made his directorial debut at 2007 Sundance Film Festival with "The Nines", he currently teams up once again with Burton for "Dark Shadows".

Industrial designer Damien Gurganious has been eliminated from "The Biggest Loser" in the third week of the reality show. Through the judgment based on the total body mass that he has lost during the week and also voting from fellow contestants, Damien, whose partner Nicole Brewer is one of those sent home in the first week, is the second one out of the competition.

Damien was in the final two showdown with Joelle who earlier in the competition could not resist herself in the temptation challenge. Joelle's teammates felt that it was time for her to go but others like Blaine, Dane, Tara and Mandi thought otherwise and voted for Damien. It was then up to Dan since host Alison Sweeney had explained that if it were a tie then Damien will have to go because he had a lower percentage of weight loss at the weigh-in.

Being a Best Dramatic Actor recipient at the 66th Golden Globe Awards seems not to help Mickey Rourke much when it comes to his salary. In an article discussing on how studios are tightening their belts for movies, Variety noted that the actor who makes his comeback with starring role in "The Wrestler" is offered a low salary for acting in "Iron Man 2".

Reportedly, the opening offer gave out by Marvel begins with a quarter of a million dollar for his potential role as main villain, Crimson Dynamo. "Then there is comeback kid Mickey Rourke, who is poised to follow his Golden Globe-winning performance in "The Wrestler" with an offer to play the main villain in '"Iron Man 2' - but at a lowball opening offer of $250,000 from Marvel," a portion of the article read.

Rumor has it, Mariah Carey will be entering recording room with her husband Nick Cannon's brother, Reuben Cannon, for a duet. The collaboration single is claimed to be included as one of the new materials for Reuben's not-yet-titled debut album.

"Reuben and Mariah are doing a duet together for Reuben's first album," an insider from music industry tells E! Online. "They are meeting at the end of the month with Mariah's record label, Universal Music Group, to seal the deal, and Reuben is thrilled."

Insisting that his life is just the same before and after becoming popular for portraying the role of Edward Cullen in "Twilight", Robert Pattinson reveals, "I would still rather eat fast food than tofu". He goes on stating, "I live the same exact life as before; I have the same friends and the same preferences. I haven't changed at all".

Giving more evidence that fame doesn't change him, Robert adds, "I'm a lousy driver, and I always have problems with my junky 1989 BMW". Asked why wouldn't he get himself a brand new car, he replies, "Sad to say, but I [still] don't make that much. And to tell you the truth, I'd like more".

A music video promoting Keyshia Cole's track entitled "You Complete Me" has made its debut. It features a wedding ceremony where a newly-married couple says goodbye to their families and friends before going on a honeymoon.

"You Complete Me" is the second single taken from Keyshia Cole's upcoming third major studio effort "A Different Me". The self-written song deals with one's feeling for having a perfect person to live with for the rest of his/her life.

"Tom and Jerry" is going to invade the silver screens. In its latest report, Variety revealed that Warner Bros. are planning to bring the bickering cat and mouse to life in the vein of "Alvin and the Chipmunks", meaning that the two cartoon characters will be developed into CG characters in live-action settings.

The classic Hanna-Barbera property will be adapted into a movie by "Terminator Salvation" executive producer Dan Lin who serves as the project's producer, while Eric Gravning is set to pen the script and Jon Silk is tapped to co-produce the film. The movie is said to be telling the origin story of Tom and Jerry, detailing on their first meeting and their rivalry. In the film, the two will be forced to work together in finding their way home after getting lost in Chicago.

In a newly posted video on MileyWorld, Miley Cyrus makes no attempt to hide her love for heavy metal band Iron Maiden. Greater than that, she even mentions some of their songs that become her favorites.

"I'm sure you all have seen me rocking an Iron Maiden shirt lately," so says the young celebrity. "And I know there's been some people saying, 'Oh, she's a poser,' and 'The only reason she's wearing Iron Maiden is because she wants to be a rock star.' So, Iron Maiden - 'Run To The Hills', 'Fear of the Dark', 'Running Free,' [all] good song(s), check it out. So thank you guys. I actually do run Iron Maiden."

The numbers are in, Barack Obama's inauguration on Tuesday, January 20 was the second most-watched in the history of televised American Presidential inauguration. According to Nielsen Media Research, a total of 37.8 million people tuned in to see the 44th U.S. president taking the Oath of Office and delivering his most important speech.

The final number was submitted based on the audience of 17 broadcast and cable networks that went live on the day. It excluded viewers from public places like office, schools and also online stream. His number is only beaten by Ronald Reagan's inaugural in 1981 which absorbed 41.8 million viewers.

Lily Allen is unhappy when finding out that she has earned only 50,000 pounds from her debut album "Alright, Still" despite its impressive selling point, which reached almost two million copies worldwide. "I don't make any money out of record sales at all. I make money out of touring and syncs, publishing," she says during an interview in Q Radio.

"My songs being put on 'Grey's Anatomy' things like that," Lily reveals further. "I don't make any money at all from selling an album, which is probably why I feel so angry about doing all this promotion because I am not earning any money out of it, someone else (is) and they don't have to live with the lasting effects."

Dakota Fanning could be one of the deathly bloodsucking vampires in "New Moon". Breaking out the speculation was E! Online's Marc Malkin who exclusively reported that the co-star of Sean Penn in "I Am Sam" is in negotiations to star in the "Twilight" sequel opposite Robert Pattinson and others.

Reportedly, the soon-to-be 15-year-old actress has been offered the role of Jane, the member of the vampire coven residing in Volterra, Italy, known as the Volturi. "There were no auditions," Malkin quoted a source. "They just offered it to her outright, and now they're in negotiations. They've been going back and forth."

Out of what is claimed as "an abundance of caution," president Barack Obama has taken the oath of office for a second time on Wednesday night, January 21. The oath retake, taking place in the Map Room of the White House in Washington, DC, lasted for about 25 seconds. The event was closed to TV camera crews and news photographers. Only a few of Obama's closest aides were there, along with a White House photographer.

Concerning what prompts the oath retake, it is reported that Chief Justice John Roberts, who first administered the oath to Obama on Tuesday, January 20 on the steps of the U.S. Capitol, accidentally switched the word order when he administered the oath. He said "I will execute the office of president to the United States faithfully," instead of, "I will faithfully execute the office of president of the United States," Reuters reports.

A change of plan has been conducted by FOX, particularly on their two primetime shows, "Samantha Who?" and "Hole in the Wall". The former which is a comedy starring Christina Applegate, is bumped to Spring schedule to make room for "The Bachelor" which is aired in two-hour editions.

"Samantha" was originally intended to continue its second season on January 12 but it was postponed to January 19 before pushed again a week later and finally put in the Spring slot. "The Bachelor" is gaining momentum with its 13th season and will wrap up on March 2. Its numbers have been steadily increasing, starting with 8.7 million viewers to 9.9 million on Monday, January 19.

With Warner Bros. going full gear in promoting "Watchmen", a new video for the adventure fantasy movie has been brought forth. The video is an excerpt from a 1970 edition of NBS Nightly News anchored by Ted Philips and it focuses on Dr. Manhattan. Made in the form of special report by co-anchor Jim Sizemore, the video looks back at the 10 years of the blue superhero.

The fake news report gives a bit about Dr. Manhattan's background. It also displays what he is capable of doing and lists his super powers from his ability in teleportation to his indestructiveness. The video contains as well his contributions to the alternate America, such as the national defense and the space race.

50 Cent speaks about his desire to collaborate with Robbie Williams in one of his new projects. Following his statement, the rapper says that they have discussed about the chance to hit studio for his 2007 studio album "Curtis" but the plan was canceled because the former member of Take That had to make his way for rehab.

"We actually attempted to do it during the 'Curtis' album," Fiddy explains to Reuters. "And I reached out to him and we talked about recording in Los Angeles and then the next time I spoke to him he was on his way to rehab so that didn't happen then."

Returning from the 10 inaugural balls, which were held on Tuesday night, January 20 to celebrate his election as the 44th president of the United States, Barack Obama welcomed some members of the public into the White House on Wednesday, January 21. Meeting them in White House's Blue Room, he is accompanied by first lady Michelle Obama.

The people, including inauguration volunteers, random guests, and those selected by an Internet lottery, were welcomed into the first-floor formal room in the mansion as part of an open house announced by Obama's people in a bid to promote their themes of an open and accessible White House. "Enjoy yourself, roam around," Obama told one guest who shuffled through the room. "Don't break anything," the president jokingly added.

In his latest casting scoop, Michael Ausiello of Entertainment Weekly revealed that Hilary Duff will play a role in "Ghost Whisperer". The guest-starring slot put her as a "beautiful woman of mystery" who is suspected of having a connection to the death of a man. No more details are released.

Off her guest starring duty, Hilary will headline her own show which is titled "Barely Legal". The NBC comedy which is her first primetime series, sees her as an 18-year-old who passes the notoriously difficult California bar exam and becomes the youngest attorney ever made in the state. It is based on the true story of Kathleen Holtz who passed the exam in 2007. No premiere date has been thrown out.

During Sony's 2009 CES Keynote, a snippet from Pixar's forthcoming animation "Up" has been screened and the clip has finally made its round via Sony Insider. The exclusive one-minute footage displays the scene where Carl Fredricksen and Russell make their way through a jungle, dragging along the floating house with rope tied on their back.

The clip begins with a far shot of Carl's house floating forward amidst dense trees. When the shot moves forward to the two main characters, it can be seen that Russell is complaining to Carl, telling him that he is tired and has to go to the bathroom. But, as Russell spots a bug, he soon gets distracted and leaves Carl tied to the house alone.

Accident, break down and a tough decision will fill in the upcoming episode of "90210". In "Help Me, Rhonda", Adrianna is finding out a way to break the news about her pregnancy to her mother, Ethan gets into a car accident and Silver cries over her distant relationship to Dixon.

During a house party thrown by cheerleader Christina Worthy, Dixon gets a little too close to Christina that it tortures Silver. She then goes up to confront him. Meanwhile, a new student named Rhonda has also made quite a distance between Ethan and Annie. Ethan begins spending a lot of time with the attractive transfer student and he gets involved in an unexpected mishap.

Lil Wayne's manager Cortez Bryant opens up about what makes Wayne scrapped concert in Rochester, New York for the third time. The manager cites that it is difficult for the rapper and his crew to show up at Blue Cross Arena and then head up to Calgary, Alberta the next day since they have also been scheduled to perform at Calgary.

"Now that Wayne's doing these bigger shows, he wants to make sure that all of his fans are getting the same experience," Bryant tells AllHipHop. "It would have been too difficult to travel with the entire band, then turn around and head to Calgary, Alberta the next day. We didn't want the Rochester fans to get any less of a show because of logistics. We wanted to deliver the same caliber show we've delivered along the tour."

Renee Zellweger has sparked rumors of her dating MSNBC legal correspondent Dan Abrams after she's been spotted having a dinner date with the man last week. The New York Post was the first to break the news, claiming the twosome was seen dining at a "cozy table for two" at the American Hotel in Sag Harbor, New York last Saturday night, January 17.

At time of writing, neither Renee nor Dan has issued comment about the dating report. No denial nor verification has also been given by their people.

Three clips are released for tonight's episode of "Smallville". Called "Bulletproof", the episode sees Clark going undercover to find the culprit who is behind the shooting of John Jones. It will air on The CW January 22 at 8/7c.

Meanwhile, Lana confronts Tess and tells her Lex isn't the man she thinks he is. Lana's surprising news encourages Tess to reevaluate her position as the head of Luthorcorp.

"New in Town" will be available to be seen by the entire family. On Tuesday, January 20, Lionsgate and Gold Circle Films announced that the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) has toned down the rating of the romantic comedy from Danish film director Jonas Elmer from PG-13 to PG.

The new rating was given by the MPAA after the Lionsgate and Gold Circle Films mutually agreed to cut out the scenes with profanity. In a statement from both studios, the decision to delete strong language was taken to make the film "accessible and acceptable to the entire family", especially since it "has received strong early word-of-mouth from family-friendly audiences".

The Parents Television Council (PTC) has issued a statement, warning parents and radio stations to ban Britney Spears' song "If U Seek Amy". The organization believes that it "would violate the broadcast indecency law" if the track, which carries phrase "If U Seek Amy" sounding like "F*** Me" when sung quickly, is played between 6 A.M. and 10 P.M.

"There is no misinterpreting the lyrics to this song, and it's certainly not about a girl named Amy," PTC president Tim Winter comments on Britney's song. "It's one thing for a song with these lyrics to be included on a CD so that fans who wish to hear it can do so, but it's an entirely different matter when this song is played over the publicly-owned airwaves, especially at a time when children are likely to be in the listening audience."

After her much-publicized break up with Travis McCoy, Katy Perry has made a vow of celibacy. US Weekly quotes the singer as telling the new issue of TV Guide, "I've actually taken a vow of celibacy this year. No kissing anyone. Just my cat, Kitty Purry." Nevertheless, no words are offered on why Katy opts to take the vow.

Katy Perry, who is famous for singing the controversial hit single "I Kissed a Girl", had been dating Travis McCoy of band Gym Class Heroes for nearly one year when their split was noticed by the media late last year. She has since declined to discuss the failed relationship with the press.

It has been the talk of the town as well as a hope for George Clooney to come back to "ER" but it was never this close. Sources are spreading news to several publications including People and RadarOnline that the actor will do the show that made him famous, one last favor by reprising his role as Dr. Doug Ross.

While no rep from Clooney's camp or NBC has shown up with a comment, sources are telling Radar that he will come back for one last episode. So secretive that co-creator John Wells even ordered a closed set that only a few cast and crew members are allowed to participate. No further details are shared, but ER will wrap up the show on April 2 after 14 years surviving the TV world.

On Wednesday, January 21, a day before Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences unveil their nominees for the 81st Annual Academy Awards, Golden Raspberry Award Foundation have come out with their selection of contenders for the 29th Annual Razzie Awards. Among the nominees, "Disaster Movie" seems to be the awards early favorite as it was given six gongs, including Worst Picture.

Collecting also Worst Prequel, Remake, Rip-Off or Sequel, Worst Director(s) and Worst Screenplay, the Jason Friedberg and Aaron Seltzer's comedy was nominated alongside "Meet the Spartans", "The Happening", "The Hottie and the Nottie", "In the Name of the King: A Dungeon Siege Tale" and "The Love Guru" in the Worst Picture category. Beside those counts, it also nabbed two Worst Supporting Actress nods for Carmen Electra and Kim Kardashian.

Enjoying their first night in the White House as the daughters of the United States' 44th president, Malia and Sasha Obama receive a surprise visit from their idols, Jonas Brothers. The singers are invited "to surprise the girls and their friends", serving as a prize for them as part of a scavenger hunt, which is purposely set to teach the girls a history lesson about the White House, ABC News reports.

While their parents Barack and Michelle Obama were making their rounds at 10 inaugural balls on Tuesday night, January 20, Malia and Sasha entertained some of their friends from their new school, Sidwell Friends, to a movie night, watching "Bolt" and "High School Musical 3: Senior Year". The fun didn't end there as the girls then had a scavenger hunt around the White House to learn its history.

It is official, No Doubt will be hitting the road for a summer tour with Paramore serving as their special guest. While the dates and venues for the roadshow have yet to be unveiled, they are confirmed to kick off the gig in May and continue playing outdoor amphitheaters and arenas throughout the summer in U.S. and Canada.

On why the tour has to be done, singer Gwen Stefani says they need to travel to find inspiration for their new music. "The whole reason for going on this tour was to have fun, try on all our favorite songs again and to get inspired to make new music. It feels good to be all together again," so she claims.