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The ex-fiance of SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE star FREIDA PINTO blames the hit movie for wrecking their romance - insisting the actress is "infatuated" with co-star DEV PATEL.
Rohan Antao proposed to Pinto just days after she won the role of Latika in the Oscar-nominated film.
But he alleges movie bosses insisted Pinto keep the engagement under wraps - to emphasise her on-screen relationship with Patel’s character Jamal.
Antao insists the close friendship between the two stars led to his split with Pinto last month (Jan09).
And now he is refusing to watch the Academy Awards ceremony on Sunday (22Feb09), where the Mumbai-based film is nominated in several top categories.
He tells British tabloid the News of the World, "The film bosses didn’t want her to be engaged. It would affect the whole emphasis of the film, the love story. I had no say in it.
"I didn’t go with her (on promotional tours). I had my own work to do and and we weren’t supposed to be seen together. She told me it was a requirement, so I had to get on with it.
"I asked Freida to spend less time with Dev, but she refused. She was comfortable with him and we were talking over the phone less and less. I was ticked off with Dev - and her.
"She is infatuated with Dev. I don’t know if they were having a sexual relationship but if I came face to face with him I would have things to say… Now everywhere I go I see them on billboards. I am devastated.
"I wish her success in her career, but I can’t watch the Oscars, and I don’t want to watch the film - it wrecked our love."

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MICKEY ROURKE paid a bizarre tribute to actor pal ERIC ROBERTS at the Independent Spirit Awards - urging film makers to give him a chance and cast him in movies.
After taking to the stage to collect the Best Male prize for his role in the Wrestler, Rourke addressed Roberts in the crowd.
Referring to his own dramatic comeback, he begged directors to give Roberts - his co-star in 1984 movie The Pope of Greenwich Village and 2002’s Spun - a similar second shot at fame.
He said, "I just want to say one thing about Eric Roberts. Eric Roberts is probably the best actor I have ever worked with. I don’t know why, in the last 15 years, no one has given him the chance to show his s**t again." Rourke then alluded to Roberts’ 1987 arrest for harassing a woman and striking a police officer, by adding, "Whatever he did 15, 20 years ago should be forgiven.
"He deserves, like I got, a second chance.
"I wish there would be one god damned film maker in this room that would let him fly because the man is something else." Roberts, red-faced, responded by yelling at Rourke to "accept your award".

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MIKE MYERS was shamed as the "worst actor in Hollywood" at the 2009 Golden Raspberries, a spoof movie awards ceremony.
The comedian’s film The Love Guru dominated the 29th annual event, taking home Razzies for worst picture, screenplay and actor on Saturday (21Feb09) - a day before the Academy Awards celebrates Tinseltown’s finest.
Paris Hilton scored a triple dishonour, winning awards for worst actress for her part in The Hottie and the Nottie and worst supporting actress for her cameo in Repo! The Genetic Opera.
Hilton was also included in the worst screen couple alongside her Hottie co-stars, Christine Lakin and Joel David Moore.
Neither the heiress nor funnyman Myers were present to collect their gold spray-painted Raspberry statuettes.
Pierce Brosnan was named worst supporting actor for his singing turn in Mamma Mia!, while the worst-director Razzie went to Uwe Boll for his three films In the Name of the King: A Dungeon Siege Tale, 1968 Tunnel Rats, and Postal.

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MICKEY ROURKE added to his award season haul and stole the show at the Independent Spirit Awards on Saturday (21Feb09) with a hilarious and rambling acceptance speech.
A starstudded crowd at the Santa Monica, California ceremony gave the 56-year-old actor a standing ovation when he stepped onstage to collect the Best Male prize for his role as a washed up grappler in The Wrestler.
During a bizarre speech, he dedicated the award to his beloved pet dog Loki, who died this week (15Feb); threatened to beat up comedian Rainn Wilson, who had impersonated him in an earlier skit; forgot the name of his The Wrestler co-star Marisa Tomei; and broke his microphone.
He said, "That little blond dude who did that thing (Wilson), I’m going to beat your ass when I get out of here..
. I’ve got thousands of letters about my dog that died six days ago
. Loki, Loki, this is for you baby." And he needed help from the audience when he forgot to thank Tomei, who played a stripper in the film
. He said, "My memory ain’t that good
. I want to thank….." and paused, prompting the crowd to yell "Marisa"
. He responded by saying, "Melissa? Marisa? Marisa Tomei
. She had to do all this bare-a**ed
. Not many girls can climb the poll
. She climbed the poll and she did it well." The Wrestler also lifted the Best Feature award and the Best Cinematography prize for Maryse Alberti.
There were also big wins for Best Female Melissa Leo, Best Supporting Female Penelope Cruz, Best Supporting Male James Franco and Best Director Tom McCarthy.
The full list of winners is as follows: Best Feature: The Wrestler Best Director: Tom McCarthy (The Visitor) Best First Feature: Synecdoche, New York Best Screenplay: Woody Allen (Vicky Cristina Barcelona) Best First Screenplay: Dustin Lance Black (Milk) Best Female Lead: Melissa Leo (Frozen River) Best Male Lead: Mickey Rourke (The Wrestler) Best Supporting Female: Penelope Cruz (Vicky Cristina Barcelona) Best Supporting Male: James Franco (Milk) Best Cinematography: Maryse Alberti (The Wrestler) Best Documentary: Man On Wire Best Foreign Language Film: The Class Robert Altman Award: Director Charlie Kaufman and the ensemble cast of Synecdoche, New York Someone To Watch Award: Lynn Shelton (My Effortless Brilliance) Truer Than Fiction Award: Margaret Brown (The Order Of Myths) Producers Award: Heather Rae (Frozen River and Ibid)

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Pop sensation LADY GAGA has refused an offer to pose naked for Playboy.
The Just Dance hitmaker, known for her revealing stage outfits, often performs and hits the town in just corsets and stockings.
But the star has turned down an invite to strip for the raunchy men’s magazine - insisting her focus is on her career.
She says, "I mean, if I was a glamour model, I would be delighted (with Playboy’s offer), but for me it’s all about the music." But the singer hasn’t ruled out baring all for Hugh Hefner’s publication in the future.
She jokes: "Ask me again, though, when I have a new album to plug."

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Rocker GAVIN ROSSDALE is preparing to introduce his son KINGSTON to the world of rock ‘n’ roll by taking the tot on tour.
The former Bush frontman, who also has a six-month-old son Zuma with singer Gwen Stefani, will hit the road for a gruelling solo tour this April (09).
And the couple has agreed that two-year-old Kingston can accompany Rossdale on the road - much to the singer’s delight.
He tells People.com, "I’ll take Kingston for as long as he wants, so I try to drum that into him: ‘Are you ready to go on tour? Are you ready to go on tour?’ It’s going to be fun! Just get him bunks (a bunk-bed on the bus) so he won’t fall out - that’s the main thing."

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Fans of British band THE CURE have been assured they can attend a forthcoming gig, after a ticket agency went bust.
Approximately 500 people feared they would miss the concert at London’s O2 Arena - which will also feature Franz Ferdinand and Crystal Castles - after U.K. firm Trinity Street announced earlier this week (begs16Feb09) it was closing, rendering past purchases invalid.
But now event promoters AEG have brokered a deal with Trinity Street, promising fans they will make the event.
A statement from AEG reads: "New tickets will be despatched to you on Monday, by registered post… We would like to take this opportunity to offer our sincerest apologies for the inconvenience that you may have experienced." The show is due to take place on 26 February (09).

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Actress MICHELLE WILLIAMS refuses to bring daughter MATILDA up in Los Angeles - because of the legacy of her late father HEATH LEDGER.
The Dawson’s Creek star shuns the spotlight, choosing to live in Brooklyn, New York with her three-year-old.
And Williams would never consider moving to Hollywood, because of the media circus surrounding Matilda’s late father.
The actress tells Britain’s Telegraph newspaper, "I wouldn’t raise (Matilda) there. For all the obvious reasons - being the daughter ofâ�¦(Heath) "Being an actor’s daughter. It’s a town that’s about one thing and I want her to have options." Ledger, who is hotly tipped to receive a posthumous Academy Award on Sunday (22Feb09) for his turn as The Joker in The Dark Knight, died from an accidental overdose of prescription drugs at his New York apartment on 22 January 2008.

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MICHELLE WILLIAMS still feels unable to return to work following the accidental death of her ex-fiancee HEATH LEDGER last year (08).
The pair met while working on Brokeback Mountain together and went on to have a daughter, Matilda, in 2005.
They split in 2007, after three years together, and Ledger died from an accidental overdose of prescription drugs at his New York apartment on 22 January 2008.
The news shattered Williams, who had to face a barrage of media attention in the wake of his death whilst caring for their daughter.
And the Dawson’s Creek star still doesn’t feel ready to take on a new movie project after the emotions of the past year.
She tells Britain’s Daily Telegraph newspaper, "I felt burnt out. I still feel that, but I’m coming back to my wits, little by little.
"But ultimately I am not yet ready to work. I’ve actually really been enjoying not working. I guess everybody enjoys that."

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MICHAEL JACKSON is in talks to sign a $214.5 million (£150 million) deal to stage 30 concerts in London, according to reports.
The King of Pop’s last major tour was in 1996, and his most recent album, Invincible, was released eight years ago in 2001.
He has become a virtual recluse since he was cleared of child abuse allegations in 2005.
Reports in October (08) suggested the Thriller hitmaker would hit the road this year (09) for a major world tour.
And he is set to sign up for a mammoth stint at London’s O2 Arena in July (09), which could net him $7.15 million (£5 million) per show, reports Britain’s The Sun newspaper.
A source tells the publication, �It�s his last chance to hit the jackpot so he can pay a large slice of his debts. Michael feels enough time has passed for the public to forgive the scandals.� A spokeswoman for his agents, the Outside Organisation, adds, �It is only at discussion stage but if it comes off it will be amazing.�

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Singer KELLY CLARKSON’s forthcoming album has leaked onto the internet two weeks ahead of its release date.
The American Idol winner’s latest offering, All I Ever Wanted, was due to hit stores on 10 March (09).
But staff at the Norway division of Apple�s iTunes accidentally put complete tracks available for download on its website on Friday (20Feb09) - and now the songs are spreading across the net.
It comes just hours after U2�s new CD No Line on the Horizon was prematurely offered on a digital music service run by Universal Music Group�s Australian division, ahead of its 27 February (08) release.

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RIHANNA has put on a brave face in her first public outing since ex-boyfriend CHRIS BROWN allegedly attacked her almost two weeks ago.
The Umbrella singer was photographed wearing a pair of sunglasses in a car in Los Angeles on Thursday (19Feb09) night, the same evening that a website published a picture appearing to show her beaten and bruised.
The injuries are said to relate to a fight between Rihanna and Brown in the early hours of 8 February (09), which allegedly left her in need of hospital treatment.
Reports suggest Rihanna flew to Barbados to escape the media and to celebrate her 21st birthday on Friday (20Feb09).
The star also released her first statement since the alleged attack via her spokesperson on Friday: "She (Rihanna) wants to assure her fans that she remains strong, is doing well, and deeply appreciates the outpouring of support she has received during this difficult time."

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ANGELINA JOLIE, TOM HANKS and JULIA ROBERTS have come out triumphant in a poll to find America’s favourite ever Academy Awards winners.
Hanks has twice walked away with the Best Actor Oscar, for 1993’s Philadelphia and the following year’s Forrest Gump.
He saw off competition from Russell Crowe (Gladiator) and late star Paul Newman (The Color of Money) to be crowned America’s most popular winner of the trophy, according to a joint survey by U.S. magazine Parade and Entertainment Tonight to mark the annual ceremony on Sunday (22Feb09).
Morgan Freeman was named the top Best Supporting Actor for 2004’s Million Dollar Baby, seeing off Sean Connery (The Untouchables) and George Clooney (Syriana).
Roberts, who won an Oscar for her turn in Erin Brockovich in 2000, was America’s favourite Best Actress winner, beating Reese Witherspoon (Walk The Line) and Jodie Foster (The Accused) to the honour.
Jolie was recognised as Best Supporting Actress in 1999�s Girl, Interrupted, and saw off Renée Zellweger (Cold Mountain) and Whoopi Goldberg (Ghost) in the Parade poll.
1997’s Titanic remains the public’s favourite Best Film winner, ahead of The Godfather and The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King.

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TARAJI P. HENSON enjoyed working with BRAD PITT on THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON so much, she plans to team up with his partner ANGELINA JOLIE for a film.
Henson starred as Pitt’s mother in the hit movie about a man who ages backwards from birth.
Tomb Raider star Jolie was a constant presence on the set, and struck up a close friendship with Henson during filming.
And now the pair plan to star in a movie together - as soon as they can free up some time in their busy schedules.
Henson tells America’s OK! magazine, "I love her. Weâ��re trying to get a film together. Weâ��re talking about it. Weâ��re bouncing around ideas. Sheâ��s busy for the next like year and a half. So, Iâ��m just trying to get right behind that."

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MADONNA has allegedly been spotted kissing her rumoured new toyboy lover JESUS LUZ at a pre-Oscars party.
The Holiday hitmaker split from husband Guy Ritchie last year (08) and has recently been seen out with Luz, who was alleged to have joined the singer on vacation in the Maldives in December (08).
Reports suggest they have been conducting a secret romance ever since - and now Britain’s Daily Mirror newspaper is claiming the pair was kissing at the Grey Goose pre-Oscars party at Cecconi’s in Los Angeles on Friday (20Feb09).
A source tells the publication, �Madonna looked completely smitten with Jesus, and so did he with her. They stayed in their candlelit corner all night - even when Elton John came and went, they didn�t leave their seats to greet him.
�Madonna is usually quite reserved when she is with a guy in public but she didn�t care who saw her with Jesus.� The singer allegedly invited Rabbi Philip Burke to the party, in a bid to introduce Luz to her Kabbalah religion.
The source adds, �Inviting Rabbi Burke was an attempt at introducing Jesus into her Kabbalah way of life. So far he seems to be embracing it, especially after signing up for the online support groups. Like Cinderella, at midnight she left - with Jesus hot on her heels.�

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SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE actors DEV PATEL and FREIDA PINTO have fuelled speculation they are dating - by shopping for jewellery together on Valentine’s Day (14Feb09).
The pair play childhood sweethearts in the Oscar-nominated movie, and their offscreen friendship has prompted rumours of a real-life romance.
Patel dismissed the speculation last month (Jan09), insisting he and Pinto are just good friends.
He said, "We’re soulmates because we’re both in this surreal situation. She is very beautiful (but) there’s no romance." But Pinto, 24, is rumoured to have ended her relationship with Rohan Antao earlier this month (Feb09) - opening the way for her to date 18-year-old Patel.
Their co-star Anil Kapoor, who plays a gameshow host in the film, said in a recent interview he is convinced they are more than just friends.
And Patel and Pinto further fuelled the rumours by spending the most romantic day of the year together last weekend (14Feb09), perusing a jewellery strore on London’s Oxford Street, according to Britain’s The Sun newspaper.
An onlooker tells the publication, �Dev and Frieda seemed completely smitten with each other. They spent 15 minutes in the jeweller�s and were quite happy to sign autographs and talk to fans.
�They paid particular attention to one of the cabinets which was full of the more expensive rings stocked by the store chain. They didn�t buy anything in the end, but they certainly spent plenty of time studying the range.�

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An Austrian woman accused of stalking CSI: MIAMI star DAVID CARUSO has been detained after an international warrant was issued for her arrest.
The unnamed 41-year-old - whose identity is protected under the country’s privacy laws - was due to stand trial in April (08) at a court in Innsbruck for stalking and threatening to kill Caruso.
The woman failed to show up for the hearing and a judge subsequently issued a warrant for her arrest.
Police in Tijuana, Mexico arrested the woman and handed her over to immigration officials on Thursday (19Feb09), after which she is likely to be deported.
The female’s capture was due to the help of a blog titled The Stalker Chronicles, which was dedicated to her arrest, police added.

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COLUMBO star PETER FALK is well enough remain at home with his wife, according to a court official overseeing the actor’s conservatorship case.
The 81-year-old’s adopted daughter, Catherine Falk, filed papers in December (08) claiming her father has dementia and Alzheimer’s disease and can no longer care for himself.
She requested the court name her his conservator - but Falk’s second wife, Shera, fought back by filing her own court papers last month (20Jan09) insisting he should be allowed to remain at home with her.
And, after meeting with Falk at his Beverly Hills home, a court-appointed attorney has declared the actor’s estate does not need to be placed under a conservatorship, according to documents obtained by ETonline.com.
Clark R. Byam also met with the star’s wife, business manager and other individuals to come to his conclusion, telling the Los Angeles Superior Court in a report filed on Thursday (19Feb09) that Falk was "well-dressed, clean and composed".
Byam also says Shera Falk should control her husband’s affairs if a conservatorship is needed.
A hearing on the case is scheduled for Monday (23Feb09).

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