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The Great Indian Kapil Show: Navjot Singh Sidhu returns after 5 years

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The Great Indian Kapil Show: Navjot Singh Sidhu returns after 5 years



The Great Indian Kapil Show: Navjot Singh Sidhu returns after 5 years

The Great Indian Kapil Show will be welcoming a special guest in the upcoming episode. It is none other than cricket commentator and politician Navjot Singh Sidhu.The man whose laughter once echoed the studios of Kapil Sharma`s comedy show will be returning after a gap of five years. In his absence, actress Archana Puran Singh had taken his spot. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that his return left her upset. 

Navjot Singh Sidhu took to his Instagram handle to share a promo video from the upcoming episode. The video begins with Navjot sitting on the judges seat which is usually occupied by Archana. At first, Kapil Sharma mistakes him for Sunil Grover who mimics Sidhu on the show. Navjot narrates a Shayari in his trademark style which convinces Kapil Sharma that he is indeed the real deal. We then see a worried Archana tell Kapil to ask Sidhu to get up from her seat. The video then gives a glimpse of the episode which also features former cricketer Harbhajan Singha and his wife Geeta Basra as guests. Navjot and his wife are also guests for the episode. 

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Navjot also shared some stills from the episode where he was seen having blast with actors Krushna Abhishek, Sunil Grover, Archana Puran Singh and off course Kapil Sharma. He also shared a picture of Sunil Grover dressed up like him. There were also pictures of him happily posing with Archana Puran Singh.

 
 
 
 
 
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Why Navjot Singh Sidhu was replaced by Archana Puran Singh in 2019?

On February 14, 2019, a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir`s Pulwama resulted in the death of 40 CRPF officials.  Sidhu condemned the attack. However, his subsequent comment on the matter led to public uproar. Sidhu stated, “It (the terror attack) is a cowardly and dastardly act and I condemn it firmly. Violence is always condemnable and those who did it must be punished.” He added, “For a handful of people, can you blame the entire nation and can you blame an individual?” This statement did not sit down well with many people who considered it insensitive and anti-national. This led to a public demand on the removal of Sidhu from the popular `The Kapil Sharma Show`. The makers were forced to fire Sidhu from the show . He was ultimately replaced by Archana Puran Singh who has been a part of the show for five years now. On the show, Kapil often jokes about Sidhu coming back to claim his spot, leaving Archana jobless.

The Great Indian Kapil Show episode featuring Navjot Singh Sidhu will premiere on Netflix on Saturday, November 16.

 




Samantha has put martial arts into her daily routine: ‘I have no social life’

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Samantha has put martial arts into her daily routine: ‘I have no social life’



Samantha has put martial arts into her daily routine: ‘I have no social life’

Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu executed action blocks with Raj and DK in ‘The Family Man’ season 2. She now returns for a lead role in the spy thriller ‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’ alongside Varun Dhawan. Samantha tells Mid-day that she’s added martial arts to her daily routine since she never has time to prepare for such roles. 

Samantha has put martial arts into her daily routine

Samantha Ruth Prabhu who collaborates with Raj & DK once again for an actioner explained, “I think I`ve now put in martial arts and a little bit of action into my daily routine. I`m not waiting for them to give me specific training just for the action. I`ve just put it into my routine now because I need to be prepared. You never know when they`ll call. They are going to do and I don`t I never have enough time to prepare for the kind of action that they are looking at.”

She added, “Things get changed on set. They really like these long shots, right, where they refuse to call ‘cut’. And so you have to end up doing all of the stunts convincingly, but it`s an exciting challenge. I mean, it`s not often that a female actor gets to also engage in some badassery.”

When asked how many hours of training, she asserted, “I have absolutely no social life.”

About Raj and DK’s ‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’

‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’ shows Samantha as Honey, a former struggling actress who is recruited by Varun`s character, Bunny, to become a spy. The plot takes a thrilling turn when, years later, the two are reunited to protect their daughter, Nadia, from the dangerous enemies of their past. 

Packed with adrenaline-pumping action sequences and emotional drama, the duo navigates a world of espionage, betrayal, and danger. The series is set against the vibrant backdrop of the 1990s.

Written by Sita R Menon and directed by Raj and DK (Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK), `Citadel: Honey Bunny` is the Indian installment of the global `Citadel` franchise starring Priyanka Chopra Jonas. Interestingly, Samantha and Varun play her parents in the Indian version. 

‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’ commenced streaming on Amazon Prime Video on November 7.


Gal Gadot to headline action thriller `The Runner` directed by Kevin Macdonald

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Gal Gadot to headline action thriller `The Runner` directed by Kevin Macdonald



Gal Gadot to headline action thriller `The Runner` directed by Kevin Macdonald

Actor Gal Gadot will next be seen in the action thriller `The Runner`.

As per Deadline, Kevin Macdonald has come on board to direct the project, which is set in London.

Amazon MGM Studios has acquired worldwide rights to the film which was developed and will be produced by David Kosse under the veteran exec`s new venture, Rockwood Pictures.

Prolific award-winning filmmaker Macdonald (One to One: John & Yoko, The Last King of Scotland, The Mauritanian, State of Play, Whitney) is directing from a script by Mark Gibson (The Wild, Snow Dogs).

In the film, audience will see Gadot playing a high-powered attorney who must race through London, following the cryptic commands of a mysterious Caller, as she fights against time to save her abducted son.

Wonder Woman star Gadot`s recent credits include Netflix`s Red Notice and Heart of Stone, which marked the Hollywood debut of Bollywood star Alia Bhatt.

`Heart of Stone` revolved around Rachel Stone (Gadot), a highly accomplished spy who is also secretly a member of the Charter, a covert organization that relies on advanced technology to thwart potential threats to global safety.

In the coming months, Gadot will also be seen starring as the Evil Queen in Disney`s live-action Snow White which is due for domestic release on March 21, 2025. Gadot also recently wrapped production on In the Hand of Dante from director Julian Schnabel, and has numerous projects in development under her production company, Pilot Wave, alongside her partner Jaron Varsano.

The Runner was packaged and developed by Kosse, the former Universal, Film4 and Netflix executive whose credits include Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, Adrift and All Quiet on the Western Front. This is the first film he will produce out of his London-based Rockwood Pictures which was established 18 months ago, and which has other projects percolating. Kosse is also executive producing the Peaky Blinders movie.

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`Bhool Bhulaiyaa` 3 director Anees Bazmee on rift rumours with Shahid Kapoor

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`Bhool Bhulaiyaa` 3 director Anees Bazmee on rift rumours with Shahid Kapoor



`Bhool Bhulaiyaa` 3 director Anees Bazmee on rift rumours with Shahid Kapoor

Until sensibilities match

Anees Bazmee wanted to make a comedy film, starring Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna, but Sasha’s exit from the project led to rumours about a rift between the actor and the director. In an interview, the filmmaker addressed the fallout, saying that while he is set in his ways, much like the actor, it does not mean they will never work together again. He added that they have only love and respect for each other. Guess we will have to wait until their sensibilities match while this comedy takes a backseat.

One person, many talents  

Chhathi Maiyya Ki Bitiya actor Sara Khan has ventured into production with the project, Choices. Besides production, she has directed, penned, and sung the title track. She created the song with Ayush Anand, while Akash Gupta assisted in writing the lyrics. She has sung the number alongside Mohit Chauhan. Talking about the song, which features Ridhiema Tiwari and Jaskaran Singh, she said, “I wanted to make something as per my visualisation. I thought it would be better if I did it myself.”


The Hindu Morning Digest, November 20, 2024

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The Hindu Morning Digest, November 20, 2024


Voting is scheduled to take place in a single phase in Maharashtra

Assembly elections in 288 constituenciesVoting will be held on Wednesday for 38 seats in the final phase across Maharashtra and in Jharkhand.

PM Modi concludes G-20 Brazil visit, leaves for Guyana

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (November 20, 2024) left for guyana The visit was on the last leg of his three-nation tour after attending the G20 summit in Brazil, where he met global leaders including US President Joe Biden, French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Prime Minister will visit Guyana till November 21 on the invitation of President Mohammad Irfan Ali

SpaceX launches giant Starship rocket but misses catching booster with mechanical arms

SpaceX launches another Starship rocket but misses catching booster With giant mechanical weapons. In contrast to the previous month’s success, the booster was directed to spray over the Gulf of Mexico. Just four minutes into the test flight from Texas the rocket was aborted for unspecified reasons and three minutes later the booster splashed into the water. SpaceX spokesman Dan Huot said that all criteria for a booster catch were not met and so the flight director did not order the booster to return to the launch site. He didn’t say what went wrong.

Manipur caste violence inquiry panel collects evidence

The three-member Commission of Inquiry (CoI) notified last year by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) To investigate caste violence in Manipur A senior government official said on Tuesday (November 19, 2024) that evidence is in the midst of gathering, and “relevant people” will soon be called to appear before the panel. The commission was expected to hold public hearings to comprehensively investigate ethnic violence, but no decision has yet been taken on the subject. “The safety and security of the persons attending the hearing has to be considered. What if someone gets harmed after the hearing? We are considering options,” the official said.

Church Council expresses concern over rise in Manipur violence, demands more central forces

National Council of Churches in India (NCCI), the official representative body of approximately 14 million members of the country’s Protestant and Orthodox churches, issued a statement on Tuesday (November 19, 2024) expressing anguish and concern over the recent escalation of violence in the ongoing ethnic conflict in Manipur. It said the failure to restore peace in Manipur was a “national tragedy” that reflected the “systematic collapse of governance and rule of law in the state”.

Slight improvement in air quality: Gopal Rai urges PM Modi to pave the way for artificial rain

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi Intervening and providing relief from “medical emergency” By removing hurdles in getting artificial rain in the city, even as he criticized the BJP-led Center for “negligence” in responding to the toxic air crisis in north India. However, the BJP’s Delhi unit said the air quality could have improved significantly if Mr Rai, instead of writing a letter about artificial rain, had asked Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)-ruled Punjab to ban stubble burning. .

AR Rahman, wife Saira Banu separating after 29 years of marriage: Lawyer

“Oscar winning composer AR Rahman and wife Saira Banu are separating After 29 years of marriage,” their lawyer said on Tuesday (November 19, 2024). In a statement on behalf of the couple, prominent divorce lawyer Vandana Shah said they decided to separate after “significant emotional stress in their relationship.” “After many years of marriage, Saira and her husband AR Rahman have taken the difficult decision to separate from each other. This decision comes after significant emotional stress in their relationship,” their lawyer said.

BJP accuses Supriya Sule, Nana Patole of bitcoin trading

Ahead of the assembly elections in Maharashtra, BJP on Tuesday (November 19, 2024) accused state Congress president Nana Patole and Nationalist Congress Party (SP) leader Supriya Sule of possible election rigging. Links to illegal trading in BitcoinAt a press conference held at the BJP national headquarters in the evening, party spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi referred to media reports, some audio files and a WhatsApp chat on the issue. “These videos and chats show that a dealer got in touch with a former police man who had left the service under a cloud to help him cash out and transfer the proceeds of Bitcoin transactions,” Mr Trivedi said. Said.

Salaries of Information and Broadcasting Ministry officials to be withheld until completion of IGOT online training program

withdrawal of Salary is linked to mandatory fulfillment The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting issued an office memorandum on Monday (November 18, 2024) regarding the Integrated Government Online Training (IGOT) courses, saying “salaries of their officers will be paid only on completion of the mandatory IGOT courses”. Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently launched the 2024 National Learning Week (NLW), also known as Karmayogi Week, which aims to develop the skills of civil servants in India.

Hyderabad records ‘moderate air quality’ using missing data

There was not a single day between 12th and 19th November when all 14 pollution sensors in Hyderabad Worked continuously for 24 hours. Result: Online monitoring map of air quality shows Hyderabad looking green and healthy, while social media is abuzz about the unhealthy air quality of Delhi and other cities. “Sometimes monitors can malfunction. These can be cured in a day or two. We have an annual maintenance contract for the equipment,” said a Telangana State Pollution Control Board official when asked about the missing data.

US recognizes Venezuelan opposition candidate as president-elect, months after disputed election

US government recognized Venezuelan opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez As “president-elect” of the South American country on Tuesday (November 19, 2024), months after President Nicolas Maduro claimed to have won the July contest. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken recognized Mr Gonzalez in a post on Twitter in which he also called for “respect for the will” of Venezuelan voters. US President Joe Biden’s administration had earlier said Mr Gonzalez had earned the most votes in the disputed July 28 election, but it failed to acknowledge him as president-elect.

India, Italy to hold talks on defense industrial roadmap

India and Italy agreed for talks A Defense Industrial Roadmap and Agreement An agreement on mutual security and exchange of classified information, as well as cooperation in the maritime and port sectors. This was stated in the Joint Strategic Action Plan 2025-29, which outlines their vision for the next five years. “Negotiate a defense industrial roadmap between the two defense ministries and promote a Memorandum of Understanding between the Society of Indian Defense Manufacturers and the Italian Industries Federation for Aerospace, Defense and Security,” the joint action plan said.

Blind T20 World Cup: Indian cricket team will not go to Pakistan, government did not give permission

Indian blind cricket team Will not participate in T20 World Cup The national federation on Tuesday (November 19, 2024) said the government has refused to allow it to travel to Pakistan due to security concerns. The Indian team was to cross the Wagah border on Wednesday (November 20, 2024) for the event to be held from November 23 to December 3. The Indian blind cricket team had received the No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the game. Ministry for participation but apparently could not get approval from the Ministry of External Affairs.

Spain’s Rafael Nadal loses opening singles match of Davis Cup quarterfinals

Retiring tennis superstar Rafael Nadal loses to Botic Van de Zandschulp 6-4, 6-4 The Netherlands took a 1-0 lead against Spain in the Davis Cup quarterfinal singles match on Tuesday (November 19, 2024). The 22-time Grand Slam winner will bid farewell to his career in professional tennis at the end of Spain’s participation at the tournament in Málaga after two injury-plagued years.

India’s confidence ‘damaged’ but Australia won’t underestimate the visitors: Marnus Labuschagne

The crushing defeat to New Zealand on home soil may have taken a “little bit of damage” to India’s confidence, but Australia will not make the mistake of underestimating The visitors will take on the visitors in Perth on Tuesday (November 19, 2024), said charismatic batsman Marnus Labuschagne. “It’s really hard to make this decision. They played in completely different conditions, opposite conditions, but for India to come here after losing on home soil is something that has never happened before (in my career),” Labuschagne told the media.


IFFI to start in Goa on Nov 20; composer Rahman to pay tribute to legend Lata Mangeshkar

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IFFI to start in Goa on Nov 20; composer Rahman to pay tribute to legend Lata Mangeshkar


Panaji, The 55th edition of the prestigious International Film Festival of India will kick off on November 20 in Goa, with one of the key events being Oscar winning composer AR Rahman paying tribute to late Lata Mangeshkar as part of a ‘memorial talk” on the legendary singer. Giving details on Monday, Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said IFFI will be inaugurated by Union Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw along with the latter’s colleague in the ministry L Murugan. “AR Rahman will pay tribute to Lata Mangeshkar as part of the ‘Lata Mangeshkar Memorial Talk. More than 270 films will be showcased during the festival at six venues in Panaji, Porvorim and Ponda. There will be more than 180 international films from 81 countries. The festival will see 15 world premieres, 40 Asian premieres and 106 Indian premieres,” Sawant told reporters. “Swatantrya Veer Savarkar will be opening film in the Feature film category. The masterclasses will be held from November 21-27,m 2024 with four sessions in a day at Kala Academy. Saavat, a Konkani film directed by Shivam Harmalkar and Santosh Shetkar, is the only Goan film selected in the non-feature film category of the Indian Panorama,” the CM added. Till Monday, 6507 persons have registered as delegates, including 4023 cine enthusiasts, 1288 students and 1190 film professionals, he said. “All the venues for this year’s IFFI will be inclusive with facilities and access for specially abled, For non-delegates, there will be open air screening at Miramar, Ravindra Bhavan Margao and Vagator ,” Sawant added. Festival organisers, speaking at the press conference, said the names of film personalities attending the festival would be announced on Tuesday. A strong list of 40-50 celebrities would be attending the inaugural event at Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Stadium in Bambolim near Panaji, they added. The IFFI will be held from November 20 till 28.

IFFI to start in Goa on Nov 20; composer Rahman to pay tribute to legend Lata Mangeshkar
IFFI to start in Goa on Nov 20; composer Rahman to pay tribute to legend Lata Mangeshkar

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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs' former bodyguard responds to whether Donald Trump will pardon the music mogul

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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs' former bodyguard responds to whether Donald Trump will pardon the music mogul


Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is currently facing serious legal challenges, including charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution.

His former bodyguard doubts Combs will receive a presidential pardon from Trump, especially after Combs criticized him and endorsed Biden.
His former bodyguard doubts Combs will receive a presidential pardon from Trump, especially after Combs criticized him and endorsed Biden.

Combs has pleaded not guilty to all charges. “We live in a world where anyone can file a lawsuit for any reason and without any proof,” the music mogul’s legal team maintains his innocence claim. “Fortunately, a fair and impartial judicial process exists to find the truth, and Mr. Combs is confident he will prevail against these and other baseless claims in court.”

While there were rumours that Combs could secure a presidential pardon from Donald Trump, who is now the president of the US, Gene Deal, Combs’s former bodyguard, who worked for the Bad Boy artist in the 1990s, said that these were mere speculations and dismissed the notion as highly unlikely.

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During an interview with The Art of Dialogue, Deal said, “Donald Trump probably wouldn’t piss on Puff if he was on fire.” He then recalled a gathering at the Four Seasons Hotel that included Combs, Wendy Williams, and Al Sharpton. At the time, Trump was already hinting at his political aspirations. “I’m sure he was telling him because all of this sh*t is planned, bro—‘Yeah, you know I’m going to be president one day. I’ma need y’all support,’” Deal shared.

Trump and Combs’ relationship dramatically shifted over the years

Back in the late 1990s, Trump even appeared in a video invitation for Combs’ 29th birthday, calling him the “legendary Puff Daddy.” They often attended high-profile events together. However, as Trump entered the political arena, the dynamics changed.

By 2020, Combs had become a vocal critic of Trump, publicly opposing his policies and endorsing Joe Biden. “White men like Trump need to be banished. That way of thinking is real dangerous,” Combs declared during an interview with Charlamagne tha God.

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“He was going against Donald Trump,” Deal explained. “So why would he help? … I don’t believe he’s gonna help him. Not at all.”

While Trump has pardoned or commuted sentences for hip-hop artists like Kodak Black and Lil Wayne, whose support likely dictated it. While Combs adopted an adversarial position, which Deal believes cut off the possibility of a presidential pardon.


Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 crosses Rs 235 crore mark

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Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 crosses Rs 235 crore mark


Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 box office collection Day 19: Kartik Aaryan starrer sees good growth on Tuesday; crosses Rs 235 crore mark

The buzz around Kartik Aaryan’s ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3‘ refuses to die down. The film which clocked 19 days in theatres on Tuesday, saw minimal growth at the ticket windows. The film has been on an impressive run at the box office, with earnings crossing an estimated Rs 235.25 crore in total collections, according to early estimates on Sacnilk.com.
The film earned an estimated Rs 2 crore on Tuesday, a marginal increase from its Monday’s collections of Rs 1.65 crore nett. While the horror-comedy, released over the extended Diwali weekend, enjoyed a massive first week with an impressive Rs 158.25 crore collection, its second week recorded modest figures of Rs 58 crore.
However, going by the latest trend, it seems that week 3 is off to a much lower start with collections estimated at Rs 18.8 crore nett. According to Sacnilk.com, the Kartik Aaryan starrer performed much better than Ajay Devgn‘s ‘Singham Again‘ and Vikrant Massey‘s ‘The Sabarmati Report‘ which raked in collections in the Rs 1 crore range.
The film is expected to end its theatrical run with collections estimated at Rs 240 crore to Rs 245 crore.
Meanwhile, as far as the franchise’s total collections are concerned, the combined box office collections of all three Bhool Bhulaiyaa movies is estimated to be around Rs 472.50 crore net domestically. The total worldwide gross of the Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise will be around Rs 700 crore.

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Prabhas Praised By Allu Arjun As '6-Foot Gold' For His Humble And Generous Gestures

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Prabhas Praised By Allu Arjun As '6-Foot Gold' For His Humble And Generous Gestures


New Delhi: Prabhas, the reigning Pan-India superstar, is not only known for delivering blockbuster hits but also for his humble and generous nature off-screen. While his films continue to create box-office records, his acts of kindness and heartfelt gestures make him a true superstar beyond the reel.

Known for treating his co-stars and crew members with delicious meals, Prabhas has gained a reputation for his generosity and thoughtfulness. One such admirer of his kind-hearted nature is actor Allu Arjun, who recently praised Prabhas in an interview, saying, “I always say this—he’s a 6-foot gold.”

Recalling a touching moment, Allu Arjun shared, “When he learned that I enjoy decorating Christmas trees, he sent me a box of exquisite Christmas decorations from Europe. Since we both love trees, I gifted him a plant, which has now grown into a big tree at his farmhouse.”

Prabhas’ genuine gestures and down-to-earth personality have earned him admiration not just from fans but also from industry peers.

On the professional front, Prabhas has an exciting lineup of films, including The Raja Saab, The Spirit, a yet-to-be-titled project with Hanu Raghavapudi, and Salaar: Part 2 – Shouryanga Parvam. With his larger-than-life presence on-screen and his golden heart off-screen, Prabhas continues to captivate millions across the country.


Late Quincy Jones, Bond film producers bestowed with honorary Oscars

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Late Quincy Jones, Bond film producers bestowed with honorary Oscars


By Mary Milliken

Late Quincy Jones, Bond film producers bestowed with honorary Oscars
Late Quincy Jones, Bond film producers bestowed with honorary Oscars

LOS ANGELES, – Just weeks after his death at the age of 91, renowned music producer and composer Quincy Jones was bestowed with an honorary Oscar by Hollywood’s film academy at a gala on Sunday.

Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, siblings and producers of the James Bond movie franchise, received the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award at the annual Governors Awards ceremony, attended by stars including Tom Hanks, Jude Law and Kate Winslet.

Jones, who died on Nov. 3, worked with musicians ranging from Count Basie to Frank Sinatra and reshaped pop music with his collaborations with Michael Jackson over a 70-year career. In 1971, he served as musical director and conductor of the 43rd Academy Awards. He composed scores for “The Wiz” and “The Color Purple.”

“Even though he lived 91 years, still gone too soon,” actor Jamie Foxx said of Jones.

“Tonight we pay tribute to him for the creativity and brilliance he brought to cinema,” added Foxx, who portrayed a young Ray Charles with help from Jones.

A group of singers led by Jennifer Hudson paid homage to Jones with a musical performance as images of the producer at work were shown on screens.

Jones’ honorary Oscar was accepted by his children, including actor Rashida Jones, who read the speech he had prepared for Sunday’s honors.

“I share this award and tonight’s honor with all the amazing directors, legendary actors and of course exceptional songwriters, composers and musicians,” Jones’ speech said.

Broccoli and Wilson were introduced by Daniel Craig, the actor who was the most recent Bond. He praised the duo by saying “I can’t tell you how much I admire your integrity in holding on to your singular vision.”

British romantic comedy screenwriter and director Richard Curtis, who wrote and directed “Love Actually” and “Four Weddings and a Funeral”, was awarded the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award for his philanthropy. Curtis co-founded the British charity Comic Relief, which has raised more than 1 billion pounds to help children around the world, including during its annual Red Nose Day fundraising event.

“Not content with saving the British film industry, he decided he also had to try and save the whole bloody world,” said Hugh Grant, who acted in his films.

Juliet Taylor, a casting director who worked on “Mississippi Burning” and “Hannah and Her Sisters”, also received an honorary Oscar.

Nicole Kidman said that Taylor was to be lauded for “the way she opened doors for other women.” Taylor gave Meryl Streep her first role.

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