Anushka demands stricter laws

Actress Anushka Sharma started a campaign demanding stricter laws against animal cruelty.The campaign has been named #JusticeForAnimals and the actress has asked for stricter laws to punish the offenders.

She has been deeply moved by the incident of a dog, Lucky who was badly beaten up in Mumbai and died subsequently.

Anushka said, “Lucky was not the only one who faced inhuman cruelty. There are several more cases of dogs being mercilessly attacked and killed across our country. We need immediate attention and action on this.”

‘Paani was one such film that I instantly knew I wanted to make. It has given us an impetus to continue on the path of telling the stories that combine entertainment with socially relevant issues. We are honoured that the film had an impact and our efforts have been recognised. My sincere gratitude to the jury for recognising our hard work.’

—Priyanka Chopra

Actor Rishi Kapoor has launched actor Anupam Kher's autobiography, Lessons Life Taught Me, Unknowingly.

Kher was thrilled to have his friend Rishi release his autobiography. He also felt gratified to have his friends from the American show, New Amsterdam participate in the event.

“For a small town boy from Shimla to making a mark in the Indian film industry and then to come here and be accepted in the City of Dreams only proves the maxim of my life,” said Anupam.

Every woman is strong: Kaya 

The Maze Runner star, Kaya Scodelario feels every woman is powerful, damaged, and that is what she wants to reflect in her work.

The actress says she isn't interested in playing female characters that only show good, because they don't exist. “For me, it is important to essay a strong character because it is realistic. That is the world I know. Every woman is strong in her own way, she is damaged, ferocious and powerful.”

Since her breakout role in British teen drama, Skins, she has portrayed different shades of womanhood in her characters.