Frank Mankiewicz, aide to Robert Kennedy, dies

October 24, 2014 0

WASHINGTON (AP) — Frank Mankiewicz, the press secretary who went before television cameras to announce the death of Sen. Robert F. Kennedy and later served as political director for presidential candidate George McGovern, died Thursday. He was 90.

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Prediction: Happy New Year to be hit or flop?

October 24, 2014 0

Diwali to get just better with the release of the star studded film Happy New Year by Farah Khan.

The ensemble cast of the film includes Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Sonu Sood, Boman Irani and Vivaan Shah.

Happy New Year is one of most awaited Bollywood film. Just the trailer of the film had created storm. The promotion and marketing carried on a large scale has further created a lot of curiosity among viewers. And all eyes are now set on the box office result of the film.

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Telly actors and their Diwali 'Shopping Spree'

October 24, 2014 0

‘Shop till you drop’!! Well, this will be the motto of one and all this Diwali!! After all, this is the time where one can pamper himself/herself and also show their love towards their near and dear ones.

So what are you waiting for? Have you shopped to your heart’s content? If not, do not miss this opportunity to possess some unusual stuff for yourself!!

Tellychakkar.com gives you an update on the actors’ shopping list…

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TV shows of today lack 'soul' – Asif Sheikh

October 24, 2014 0

Asif Sheikh, the veteran actor is happy that he has bagged a show that is creatively satisfying in Tum Saath Ho Jab Apne on Sony PAL. “This is one of the best shows that I have done in a very long time. It is different and genuinely a beautiful project. I feel glad to be a part of it,” avers the actor.

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Stars and their 'lovely' Diwali gifts

October 24, 2014 0

Diwali is indeed a special occasion for everyone and is a time when everyone gifts something special to their loved ones. ‘Gifts’ are the best way in which one can shower love to their near and dear ones. Here, Tellychakkar.com tries to find out what our television stars are planning to gift their loved ones this Diwali.

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Happy Birthday Himani Shivpuri

October 24, 2014 0

Versatile actress Himani Shivpuri, who is currently seen in Big Magic’s Ajab Gajab Ghar Jamai and Zee TV’s Doli Armaanon Ki, is celebrating her birthday today (24 October). Tellychakkar.com spoke with the beautiful lady to know more about her birthday plans.

“I usually call over my friends and we party but this time it will be a quiet affair. Instead of partying I want to donate this money to the people of Kashmir and the Animal Welfare which I support,” averred Himani.

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Dilip Joshi realizes his 'responsibility' after 'Swachh Bharat Campaign'

October 24, 2014 0

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has remained a popular show on SAB TV from its inception and is still going strong. Few days back the team was invited by the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, for his ‘Swachh Bharat Campaign‘. Furthermore, the entire star cast and crew of Happy New Year, was present at the set to promote the film.

When the lead actor of the show, Dilip Joshi, was contacted, he was all praises about the team Happy New Year. “We recently shot the special Diwali episode with the cast till 3 in the morning.”

U.S., South Korea delay shift of war-time command role to Seoul

October 24, 2014 0
U.S. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel listens as South Korean National Defense Minister Han Min Koo speaks during a news conference at the Pentagon in Washington

The new arrangement, requested by South Korea, delayed transition to South Korean command leadership until Seoul has better military capabilities to counter the kinds of nuclear weapons and missile threats posed by North Korea. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel and South Korean Defense Minister Han Min-Koo signed the accord at the Pentagon on Thursday, a year after they agreed to review the December 2015 timing of the transfer.