Talk about a magical day!
Harry Potter star Afshan Azad married fiancé Nabil Kazi on Sunday, and her former costars Bonnie Wright and Katie Leung were there to support her on her big day.
The 29-year-old actress, who played Padma Patil in the films, wore a long-sleeved white gown with embellished accents and shared moments from the wedding on social media.
“Yesterday was the most epic night. My handsome husband and beautiful in-laws went above and beyond and blew me away with the most magical Walima party,” Azad captioned an Instagram of herself walking hand in hand with Kazi, who wore a black tux.
Harry Potter star Afshan Azad married fiancé Nabil Kazi on Sunday, and her former costars Bonnie Wright and Katie Leung were there to support her on her big day.
The 29-year-old actress, who played Padma Patil in the films, wore a long-sleeved white gown with embellished accents and shared moments from the wedding on social media.
“Yesterday was the most epic night. My handsome husband and beautiful in-laws went above and beyond and blew me away with the most magical Walima party,” Azad captioned an Instagram of herself walking hand in hand with Kazi, who wore a black tux.
- 8/20/2018
- by Robyn Merrett
- PEOPLE.com
Based on the middle book in J.K. Rowling's series, "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" was a pivotal film in many ways. Released 10 years ago this week (on November 18, 2005), "Goblet" marked the first time Harry (Daniel Radcliffe) saw one of his friends die, the first time Voldemort (Ralph Fiennes) appeared in the flesh, and the first time we saw the young heroes of Hogwarts as hormonal teenagers.
As often as you've watched "Goblet of Fire," there's a lot you still may not know about it -- from the surprising controversy over the all-star band at the Yule Ball, to the Easter eggs that less-than-sharp-eyed Muggle viewers may have missed. So dip into the Pensieve and learn the secrets of "Goblet of Fire."1. Screenwriter Steve Kloves and the producers initially considered making Rowling's 734-page book into two films. Since they decided instead to condense it into a single 2.5 hour movie,...
As often as you've watched "Goblet of Fire," there's a lot you still may not know about it -- from the surprising controversy over the all-star band at the Yule Ball, to the Easter eggs that less-than-sharp-eyed Muggle viewers may have missed. So dip into the Pensieve and learn the secrets of "Goblet of Fire."1. Screenwriter Steve Kloves and the producers initially considered making Rowling's 734-page book into two films. Since they decided instead to condense it into a single 2.5 hour movie,...
- 11/17/2015
- by Gary Susman
- Moviefone
Afshan Azad totally Neville Longbottom-ed, in that she grew up like a normal human and now looks different than she did at age 16, as most people do. But recently the entire world suddenly took notice that the Harry Potter star is now an extremely gorgeous woman, and that's made Azad a tad uncomfortable and mostly confused. First of all, the 27-year old, who played Padma Patil in the Harry Potter franchise (Ron's date to the Yule Ball and a member of Dumbledore's Army), is definitely stunning. There is no doubt about that, and we aren't arguing the fact that she grew up to be freakin' beautiful. But she doesn't seem to understand all the hype and hullabaloo that suddenly came about, and...
- 7/1/2015
- E! Online
Late last year, Harry Potter actress Afshan Azad's brother admitted in court to assaulting her. And now he's taking his own beating from the British justice system. E! Online reports that Ashraf Azad, 28, has been sentenced to six months in prison for the attack on his sister, which occurred in May 2010, after he became enraged to discover that his 21-year-old sibling had been dating a non-Muslim man. According to court testimony, Ashraf overheard Azad—who plays Harry Potter's classmate Padma Patil in the movie series—speaking to her Hindu boyfriend, at which point he grabbed her by the hair, threw her...
- 1/21/2011
- by Celebuzz
- Celebuzz.com
The brother of Harry Potter star Afshan Azad has been jailed for six months after pleading guilty to assaulting the actress last year.
Azad, who played witch Padma Patil in four of the boy wizard movies, alleged her father Abdul and brother Ashraf had attacked her at her home in Manchester, England last May.
The relatives were said to have argued with the Muslim star, 22, after overhearing her talking on the phone to her Hindu boyfriend.
The altercation reportedly escalated and turned violent, with the pair threatening to kill the actress, after she refused their demands to end the relationship.
Death-threat charges against Azad's father and brother were later dropped by prosecutors following a desperate plea from the star, and they were both cleared at Manchester Crown Court, England in December.
Azad's father was bound to keep the peace for 12 months and her brother was banned from contacting his sister at her new home in London.
However, Ashraf Azad admitted to a charge of assault occasioning actual bodily harm and was ordered to serve jail time during sentencing on Friday.
Azad, who played witch Padma Patil in four of the boy wizard movies, alleged her father Abdul and brother Ashraf had attacked her at her home in Manchester, England last May.
The relatives were said to have argued with the Muslim star, 22, after overhearing her talking on the phone to her Hindu boyfriend.
The altercation reportedly escalated and turned violent, with the pair threatening to kill the actress, after she refused their demands to end the relationship.
Death-threat charges against Azad's father and brother were later dropped by prosecutors following a desperate plea from the star, and they were both cleared at Manchester Crown Court, England in December.
Azad's father was bound to keep the peace for 12 months and her brother was banned from contacting his sister at her new home in London.
However, Ashraf Azad admitted to a charge of assault occasioning actual bodily harm and was ordered to serve jail time during sentencing on Friday.
- 1/21/2011
- WENN
She was punched, dragged by her hair and threatened with death by her big brother, but Harry Potter star Afshan Azad begged the court not to jail him. Azad, 21, who stars as Harry's classmate Padma Patil in the J.K. Rowling movie franchise, had her original police statement read in the U.K.'s Manchester Crown Court, which revealed how her 28-year-old brother, Ashraf Azad, put her through a three-hour nightmare when he discovered she was dating a non-Muslim man. So why did she ask the judge for leniency? According to a letter Ashraf had written to the judge, the actress had "forgiven" her brother for the incident. Back in May 2010, after he overheard her speaking to her Hindu...
- 1/21/2011
- E! Online
The brother of Harry Potter actress Afshan Azad has been sentenced to six months in jail for assaulting her. Last month, Ashraf Azad admitted the charge of assault occasioning actual bodily harm on the 22-year-old, when she was overheard talking to her Hindu boyfriend. BBC News reports that Manchester Crown Court heard how the 28-year-old branded his sister a "prostitute" and "slag" and told her: "Marry a Muslim or you die." Giving his verdict, Judge Roger Thomas QC said: "This persistent attack was accompanied by serious and very hurtful abuse and threats. It must have been a miserable and frightening experience for (more)...
- 1/21/2011
- by By Ryan Love
- Digital Spy
Filed under: Movie News, Cinematical, Harry Potter
Afshan Azad, the 22-year-old British actress who played the role of Hogwarts student Padma Patil in four of the seven 'Harry Potter' films, was attacked by her Muslim father and brother for dating a Hindu man and is currently seeking refuge in London. Azad escaped her home after her family made threats to kill her and was too frightened to confront them in court following their arrest.
The actress' father, Abul Azad, was woken by his son, Ashraf, who was prompting the patriarch to "sort his daughter out" and calling her a "slag." From there, Ashraf encouraged his father to "just kill her,' while they assaulted her. Azad fled the Manchester home through her bedroom window after she heard her father saying "he would do it" and was willing to do time for it (amounting to an honor killing). He also threatened...
Afshan Azad, the 22-year-old British actress who played the role of Hogwarts student Padma Patil in four of the seven 'Harry Potter' films, was attacked by her Muslim father and brother for dating a Hindu man and is currently seeking refuge in London. Azad escaped her home after her family made threats to kill her and was too frightened to confront them in court following their arrest.
The actress' father, Abul Azad, was woken by his son, Ashraf, who was prompting the patriarch to "sort his daughter out" and calling her a "slag." From there, Ashraf encouraged his father to "just kill her,' while they assaulted her. Azad fled the Manchester home through her bedroom window after she heard her father saying "he would do it" and was willing to do time for it (amounting to an honor killing). He also threatened...
- 12/23/2010
- by Alison Nastasi
- Moviefone
Filed under: Movie News, Cinematical, Harry Potter
Afshan Azad, the 22-year-old British actress who played the role of Hogwarts student Padma Patil in four of the seven 'Harry Potter' films, was attacked by her Muslim father and brother for dating a Hindu man and is currently seeking refuge in London. Azad escaped her home after her family made threats to kill her and was too frightened to confront them in court following their arrest.
The actress' father, Abul Azad, was woken by his son, Ashraf, who was prompting the patriarch to "sort his daughter out" and calling her a "slag." From there, Ashraf encouraged his father to "just kill her,' while they assaulted her. Azad fled the Manchester home through her bedroom window after she heard her father saying "he would do it" and was willing to do time for it (amounting to an honor killing). He also threatened...
Afshan Azad, the 22-year-old British actress who played the role of Hogwarts student Padma Patil in four of the seven 'Harry Potter' films, was attacked by her Muslim father and brother for dating a Hindu man and is currently seeking refuge in London. Azad escaped her home after her family made threats to kill her and was too frightened to confront them in court following their arrest.
The actress' father, Abul Azad, was woken by his son, Ashraf, who was prompting the patriarch to "sort his daughter out" and calling her a "slag." From there, Ashraf encouraged his father to "just kill her,' while they assaulted her. Azad fled the Manchester home through her bedroom window after she heard her father saying "he would do it" and was willing to do time for it (amounting to an honor killing). He also threatened...
- 12/23/2010
- by Alison Nastasi
- Cinematical
All has not been well in the world of Harry Potter lately—and it has nothing to do with Voldemort's evil-doings. People reports that the brother of Harry Potter actress Afshan Azad has pleaded guilty to assaulting her last May, because he was enraged that she had begun dating a non-Muslim. Ashraf Azad, 28, admitted to physically attacking his 22-year-old sibling in their family home in Manchester upon learning that she had become romantically involved with a Hindu man. He was also accused of threatening her life, though he was cleared of those charges. (Afshan's father, Abul Azad, was also accused of threatening...
- 12/21/2010
- by Celebuzz
- Celebuzz.com
HollywoodNews.com: The brother of Harry Potter actress Afshan Azad has plead guilty to assault and may possibly receive jail time when he faces sentencing late next month.
Earlier this year, Abdul and Ashraf Azad, father and brother of Harry Potter actress Afshan Azad, attacked the star at home after discovering her relationship with a Hindu man (Azad is Muslim). The pair were arrested and faced multiple charges, including attempted murder and assault. At an earlier court appearance this summer, the actress requested to have the charges dropped; the judge at the time refused that plea but several reports since then have stated that the attempted murder charges have indeed been dropped.
Afshan Azad has played the role of twin Padma Patil in the Harry Potter films since the 2005 release of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. She will next be seen in the final installment of the franchise,...
Earlier this year, Abdul and Ashraf Azad, father and brother of Harry Potter actress Afshan Azad, attacked the star at home after discovering her relationship with a Hindu man (Azad is Muslim). The pair were arrested and faced multiple charges, including attempted murder and assault. At an earlier court appearance this summer, the actress requested to have the charges dropped; the judge at the time refused that plea but several reports since then have stated that the attempted murder charges have indeed been dropped.
Afshan Azad has played the role of twin Padma Patil in the Harry Potter films since the 2005 release of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. She will next be seen in the final installment of the franchise,...
- 12/21/2010
- by Hanako M. Ricks
- Hollywoodnews.com
Doesn't sound like any spell could make this Harry Potter star's family drama disappear. Afshan Azad, who plays Harry's Hogwarts chum Padma Patil in the film franchise, had her brother admit in court yesterday to assaulting her for dating a Hindu man and could wind up in jail. But her brother, Ahraf, 28, and father Abul, 53, were cleared of threatening to kill her after the 22-year-old actress refused to testify against them, fearing her life would be in "genuine danger." Afshan was not present in court to hear the decision. A Manchester Crown Court magistrate allowed Ashraf to post bail provided he not contact his sister and returns to court on Jan. 21 for...
- 12/21/2010
- E! Online
The brother of an actress from the Harry Potter movies has pleaded guilty to attacking her after allegedly becoming angry that she was dating a non-Muslim. Ashraf Azad, 28, could face jail time at his sentencing on Jan. 21 for assaulting Afshan Azad, 22, who played Harry's classmate Padma Patil in the films, the BBC reports. However, Ashraf and his father, Abdul Azad, were cleared of charges that they threatened to kill the young actress. The young actress's family, who are Muslim, did not approve of her relationship with a Hindu man, according to prosecutors. The assault took place at the family's home in Manchester last May.
- 12/21/2010
- by Tim Nudd
- PEOPLE.com
The brother of "Harry Potter" actress Afshan Azad, 22, has admitted to attacking her after learning that she is in a relationship with a Hindu man.
Ashraf Azad, 28, pled guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm at the Manchester Crown Court Monday.
The court heard that Ashraf overheard his sister talking on the phone to her Hindu boyfriend, which is disapproved by her Muslim family. His anger prompted him to hit his sister. The noise woke their father, 54-year-old Abdul Azad, who joined her brother in hitting and threatening to kill her.
Richard Vardon QC, prosecuting, was quoted by the Guardian as telling the court: "Specifically she spoke not only of assault but also of threats to kill, made jointly by her father and brother."...
Ashraf Azad, 28, pled guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm at the Manchester Crown Court Monday.
The court heard that Ashraf overheard his sister talking on the phone to her Hindu boyfriend, which is disapproved by her Muslim family. His anger prompted him to hit his sister. The noise woke their father, 54-year-old Abdul Azad, who joined her brother in hitting and threatening to kill her.
Richard Vardon QC, prosecuting, was quoted by the Guardian as telling the court: "Specifically she spoke not only of assault but also of threats to kill, made jointly by her father and brother."...
- 12/21/2010
- icelebz.com
Afshan Azad, 22, who played Padma Patil, a classmate of Harry Potter (Daniel Radliffe) in the hit films based on Jk Rowling’s books, faced attacks by her 28-year-old brother Ashraf and her 54-year-old father Abdul Azad according to court reports in Manchester England yesterday. According to London’s “Guardian,” Ashraf admitted in court to attacking his sister over a relationship with a Hindu man. Afshan, who first appeared in “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire,” refused to give evidence in court despite receiving bruises and physical threats over her relationship with a non-Muslim man.
- 12/21/2010
- Upcoming-Movies.com
Afshan Azad, 22, who played Padma Patil, a classmate of Harry Potter (Daniel Radliffe) in the hit films based on Jk Rowling’s books, faced attacks by her 28-year-old brother Ashraf and her 54-year-old father Abdul Azad according to court reports in Manchester England yesterday. According to London’s “Guardian,” Ashraf admitted in court to attacking his sister over a relationship with a Hindu man. Afshan, who first appeared in “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire,” refused to give evidence in court despite receiving bruises and physical threats over her relationship with a non-Muslim man.
- 12/21/2010
- Upcoming-Movies.com
The brother of "Harry Potter" star Afshan Azad is facing a stint behind bars after he admitted to assaulting the actress earlier this year. Azad, who played witch Padma Patil in four of the wizard movies, alleged her two family members attacked her at her home in Manchester, England in May.
Her father Abdul and brother Ashraf were said to have argued with the Muslim star, 22, after overhearing her on the phone to her Hindu boyfriend, demanding that she end the relationship. The argument reportedly escalated and turned violent, with the pair threatening to kill the actress.
Azad later begged prosecutors to drop the death-treat charges against her father and brother and they were both cleared at Manchester Crown Court, England on Monday, December 20. The actress did not attend.
However, Ashraf Azad pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm and has been bailed until sentencing on January 21. Ashraf, who...
Her father Abdul and brother Ashraf were said to have argued with the Muslim star, 22, after overhearing her on the phone to her Hindu boyfriend, demanding that she end the relationship. The argument reportedly escalated and turned violent, with the pair threatening to kill the actress.
Azad later begged prosecutors to drop the death-treat charges against her father and brother and they were both cleared at Manchester Crown Court, England on Monday, December 20. The actress did not attend.
However, Ashraf Azad pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm and has been bailed until sentencing on January 21. Ashraf, who...
- 12/21/2010
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
The brother of Harry Potter star Afshan Azad is facing a stint behind bars after he admitted to assaulting the actress earlier this year.
Azad, who played witch Padma Patil in four of the wizard movies, alleged her two family members attacked her at her home in Manchester, England in May.
Her father Abdul and brother Ashraf were said to have argued with the Muslim star, 22, after overhearing her on the phone to her Hindu boyfriend, demanding that she end the relationship.
The argument reportedly escalated and turned violent, with the pair threatening to kill the actress.
Azad later begged prosecutors to drop the death-treat charges against her father and brother and they were both cleared at Manchester Crown Court, England on Monday. The actress did not attend.
However, Ashraf Azad pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm and has been bailed until sentencing on 21 January.
Ashraf, who was warned by the judge he could face jail time, has been banned from contacting his sister and from travelling to London, where she now lives.
Judge Roger Thomas QC told him, "Domestic violence can result, even for a man such as you, in imprisonment."
Azad's father was bound to keep the peace for 12 months.
Azad, who played witch Padma Patil in four of the wizard movies, alleged her two family members attacked her at her home in Manchester, England in May.
Her father Abdul and brother Ashraf were said to have argued with the Muslim star, 22, after overhearing her on the phone to her Hindu boyfriend, demanding that she end the relationship.
The argument reportedly escalated and turned violent, with the pair threatening to kill the actress.
Azad later begged prosecutors to drop the death-treat charges against her father and brother and they were both cleared at Manchester Crown Court, England on Monday. The actress did not attend.
However, Ashraf Azad pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm and has been bailed until sentencing on 21 January.
Ashraf, who was warned by the judge he could face jail time, has been banned from contacting his sister and from travelling to London, where she now lives.
Judge Roger Thomas QC told him, "Domestic violence can result, even for a man such as you, in imprisonment."
Azad's father was bound to keep the peace for 12 months.
- 12/21/2010
- WENN
Brother of Afshan Azad, who played Padma Patil in the Harry Potter films, admits assault over relationship
The brother of a young actor in the Harry Potter films today admitted attacking his sister over her relationship with a Hindu man.
Afshan Azad, 22, played Padma Patil, a classmate of the wizard apprentice in the blockbuster films based on Jk Rowling's books. Her brother Ashraf, 28, from the Longsight district of Manchester, admitted one charge of assault occasioning actual bodily harm as his trial was due to begin at Manchester crown court.
The court heard that during the assault, he branded his sister a "slag" after he overheard talking on the phone to her boyfriend. Scared, she fled the family home by climbing out of a bedroom.
He will be sentenced for the assault on January 21, following pre-sentence reports.
Their father, Abdul Azad, 54, was found not guilty of making a threat to kill...
The brother of a young actor in the Harry Potter films today admitted attacking his sister over her relationship with a Hindu man.
Afshan Azad, 22, played Padma Patil, a classmate of the wizard apprentice in the blockbuster films based on Jk Rowling's books. Her brother Ashraf, 28, from the Longsight district of Manchester, admitted one charge of assault occasioning actual bodily harm as his trial was due to begin at Manchester crown court.
The court heard that during the assault, he branded his sister a "slag" after he overheard talking on the phone to her boyfriend. Scared, she fled the family home by climbing out of a bedroom.
He will be sentenced for the assault on January 21, following pre-sentence reports.
Their father, Abdul Azad, 54, was found not guilty of making a threat to kill...
- 12/21/2010
- by Helen Carter
- The Guardian - Film News
Harry Potter actress Afshan Azad's brother has admitted attacking the 22-year-old over her relationship with a Hindu man. Ashraf Azad, 28, admitted the charge of assault occasioning actual bodily harm on the day that his trial was due to start at Manchester Crown Court. The star told police that she had been assaulted and that Ashraf and her father Abul, 53, had threatened to kill her, before she fled from a window of their family home (more)...
- 12/20/2010
- by By Naomi Rainey
- Digital Spy
London, Aug 24 – British actress Afshan Azad, who played Padma Patil in movie Harry Potter, is set to be called to give evidence at the trial of her father and brother, who have been accused of threatening to kill her.
The 22-year-old actress’ father, Abul Azad, 54, and her brother, Ashraf Azad, 22, both from Longsight, Manchester, were accused of making the threat in May, the Scotsman reported.
Ashraf Azad is also accused of assault, occasioning actual bodily harm, in Longsight on the same date.
Both men entered not guilty pleas to the charges at Manchester Crown Court, and were let out on bail on the condition that they live at their home address in Longsight.
They have also been.
The 22-year-old actress’ father, Abul Azad, 54, and her brother, Ashraf Azad, 22, both from Longsight, Manchester, were accused of making the threat in May, the Scotsman reported.
Ashraf Azad is also accused of assault, occasioning actual bodily harm, in Longsight on the same date.
Both men entered not guilty pleas to the charges at Manchester Crown Court, and were let out on bail on the condition that they live at their home address in Longsight.
They have also been.
- 8/24/2010
- by News
- RealBollywood.com
By Hanako M. Ricks
HollywoodNews.com: The drama continues to unfold for Harry Potter actress Afshan Azad, who made headlines a few weeks ago when it was reported that her father and brother attempted to kill her in what has since been described as an attempted “honor killing”, due to their disapproval of her dating a Hindu man.
Ms. Azad appeared in a Manchester court on yesterday to plea with the court on her relative’s behalf. Speaking from a courtroom separate from where her relatives were, the actress gave a statement to the judge:
“I dearly love my father and brother. The proceedings have caused me no end of distress and if it goes ahead, it will make things much worse for me.”
A few weeks ago, a defense attorney for her father, Adbul, told news outlets that Ms. Azad wanted the charges dropped – a statement that angered many...
HollywoodNews.com: The drama continues to unfold for Harry Potter actress Afshan Azad, who made headlines a few weeks ago when it was reported that her father and brother attempted to kill her in what has since been described as an attempted “honor killing”, due to their disapproval of her dating a Hindu man.
Ms. Azad appeared in a Manchester court on yesterday to plea with the court on her relative’s behalf. Speaking from a courtroom separate from where her relatives were, the actress gave a statement to the judge:
“I dearly love my father and brother. The proceedings have caused me no end of distress and if it goes ahead, it will make things much worse for me.”
A few weeks ago, a defense attorney for her father, Adbul, told news outlets that Ms. Azad wanted the charges dropped – a statement that angered many...
- 7/14/2010
- by Hanako M. Ricks
- Hollywoodnews.com
"Harry Potter" star Afshan Azad has begged a court to drop death-threat charges against her father and brother, insisting she "dearly loves" them both. The actress, who plays witch Padma Patil in the wizard movies, alleged her two family members attacked her at her home in Manchester, England in May.
Her father Abdul and brother Ashraf were said to have argued with the Muslim star after overhearing her on the phone to her Hindu boyfriend, demanding that she end the relationship. The argument allegedly escalated, with the pair threatening to kill the actress.
Afshan appeared at a Manchester court on Monday, July 12 in a separate room from her relatives, who were committed for trial despite her plea to drop the charges. In a statement, the star said: "I dearly love my father and brother. The proceedings have caused me no end of distress and if it goes ahead, it will...
Her father Abdul and brother Ashraf were said to have argued with the Muslim star after overhearing her on the phone to her Hindu boyfriend, demanding that she end the relationship. The argument allegedly escalated, with the pair threatening to kill the actress.
Afshan appeared at a Manchester court on Monday, July 12 in a separate room from her relatives, who were committed for trial despite her plea to drop the charges. In a statement, the star said: "I dearly love my father and brother. The proceedings have caused me no end of distress and if it goes ahead, it will...
- 7/13/2010
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Harry Potter star Afshan Azad has begged a court to drop death-threat charges against her father and brother, insisting she "dearly loves" them both.
The actress, who plays witch Padma Patil in the wizard movies, alleged her two family members attacked her at her home in Manchester, England in May.
Her father Abdul and brother Ashraf were said to have argued with the Muslim star after overhearing her on the phone to her Hindu boyfriend, demanding that she end the relationship.
The argument allegedly escalated, with the pair threatening to kill the actress.
Afshan appeared at a Manchester court on Monday in a separate room from her relatives, who were committed for trial despite her plea to drop the charges.
In a statement, the star said: "I dearly love my father and brother. The proceedings have caused me no end of distress and if it goes ahead, it will make things much worse for me."
Prosecutor Jennifer Baines told the court, "The alleged argument essentially stems from the brother finding out that his sister was in a relationship with a Hindu male. This leads to what the Crown would say is an assault on her, with the Bengali words, 'Just kill her' said."
A lawyer for Ashraf Azad argued: "Over the last several weeks the complainant in this matter has made it clear to the prosecution directly that she does not support the prosecution at all in this matter."
The men have been granted bail on the condition they do not contact Afshan.
The case is due to be heard on 23 August.
The actress, who plays witch Padma Patil in the wizard movies, alleged her two family members attacked her at her home in Manchester, England in May.
Her father Abdul and brother Ashraf were said to have argued with the Muslim star after overhearing her on the phone to her Hindu boyfriend, demanding that she end the relationship.
The argument allegedly escalated, with the pair threatening to kill the actress.
Afshan appeared at a Manchester court on Monday in a separate room from her relatives, who were committed for trial despite her plea to drop the charges.
In a statement, the star said: "I dearly love my father and brother. The proceedings have caused me no end of distress and if it goes ahead, it will make things much worse for me."
Prosecutor Jennifer Baines told the court, "The alleged argument essentially stems from the brother finding out that his sister was in a relationship with a Hindu male. This leads to what the Crown would say is an assault on her, with the Bengali words, 'Just kill her' said."
A lawyer for Ashraf Azad argued: "Over the last several weeks the complainant in this matter has made it clear to the prosecution directly that she does not support the prosecution at all in this matter."
The men have been granted bail on the condition they do not contact Afshan.
The case is due to be heard on 23 August.
- 7/13/2010
- WENN
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Carrie Underwood, Emily Blunt and Lala Vazquez are ready to say “I do” on the same day!
Celebrities are no exception when it comes to dreaming of their perfect wedding. Between planning, prepping and partying, three dramatically different stars — Carrie Underwood, Emily Blunt and Lala Vazquez — have one thing in common, their wedding day! Next week all three will say “I do” on July 10 making it the hottest and most talked about celebrity wedding day of the year!
While some stars might feel that sharing the spotlight on the big day tarnishes the glamour, Lala said she’s looking forward to it. “It’s so exciting that everyone is getting married on this date!” the former MTV VJ has said.
Carrie, 27, who has been with professional hockey player Mike Fisher since 2008 is making final preparations to wed in Augusta, Ga. Insiders say 250 guests will witness the couple exchange...
Carrie Underwood, Emily Blunt and Lala Vazquez are ready to say “I do” on the same day!
Celebrities are no exception when it comes to dreaming of their perfect wedding. Between planning, prepping and partying, three dramatically different stars — Carrie Underwood, Emily Blunt and Lala Vazquez — have one thing in common, their wedding day! Next week all three will say “I do” on July 10 making it the hottest and most talked about celebrity wedding day of the year!
While some stars might feel that sharing the spotlight on the big day tarnishes the glamour, Lala said she’s looking forward to it. “It’s so exciting that everyone is getting married on this date!” the former MTV VJ has said.
Carrie, 27, who has been with professional hockey player Mike Fisher since 2008 is making final preparations to wed in Augusta, Ga. Insiders say 250 guests will witness the couple exchange...
- 7/9/2010
- by Kirstin Benson
- HollywoodLife
Courtesy of Cosmopolitan magazine
The pop star fills out the ‘Cosmo’ questionnaire for their August issue and talks about what CW show she would love to be on and why she may lock up her boys!
Britney Spears has been one of the biggest stars in the world since she was only 16-years-old — but don’t expect her two boys Sean Preston and Jayden James to be following in her footsteps! The mom sat down to fill out the Cosmopolitan questionnaire and when asked what she would do if her children wanted to go into the entertainment business she wrote, “lock them in their rooms until they turned 30.” Given all she has been through, this is no real surprise!
The star, who made her big screen acting debut with her film Crossroads, also said she would love to star on Gossip Girl. Sorry Gleeks!
As for what really frightens her as a parent,...
The pop star fills out the ‘Cosmo’ questionnaire for their August issue and talks about what CW show she would love to be on and why she may lock up her boys!
Britney Spears has been one of the biggest stars in the world since she was only 16-years-old — but don’t expect her two boys Sean Preston and Jayden James to be following in her footsteps! The mom sat down to fill out the Cosmopolitan questionnaire and when asked what she would do if her children wanted to go into the entertainment business she wrote, “lock them in their rooms until they turned 30.” Given all she has been through, this is no real surprise!
The star, who made her big screen acting debut with her film Crossroads, also said she would love to star on Gossip Girl. Sorry Gleeks!
As for what really frightens her as a parent,...
- 7/6/2010
- by cspargo
- HollywoodLife
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In the latest development in the ongoing feud between Oksana and Mel, a friend of Oksana’s claims new photos show her bruised and bloodied after a fight between the pair.
It looks like Oksana Grigorieva did more than just record ex Mel Gibson’s angry tirades against her — she also photographed herself with a black eye and broken teeth following a fight between the two! Radar Online spoke with a friend of Oksana who said, “You can see Oksana’s two main front teeth were broken and there are bruises all over her face.” She is prepared to use the photos in her upcoming court case as well.
The photos were taken after the fight the couple had on January 6 at Mel’s Malibu mansion. Mel’s lawyers are denying the actor ever touched Oksana, saying it was her who was being violent and Mel was simply trying to protect himself.
In the latest development in the ongoing feud between Oksana and Mel, a friend of Oksana’s claims new photos show her bruised and bloodied after a fight between the pair.
It looks like Oksana Grigorieva did more than just record ex Mel Gibson’s angry tirades against her — she also photographed herself with a black eye and broken teeth following a fight between the two! Radar Online spoke with a friend of Oksana who said, “You can see Oksana’s two main front teeth were broken and there are bruises all over her face.” She is prepared to use the photos in her upcoming court case as well.
The photos were taken after the fight the couple had on January 6 at Mel’s Malibu mansion. Mel’s lawyers are denying the actor ever touched Oksana, saying it was her who was being violent and Mel was simply trying to protect himself.
- 7/6/2010
- by cspargo
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The pair’s long awaited reunion ends with Vienna storming off the set in tears!
After weeks of back and forth attacks via various media outlets, Jake Pavelka and Vienna Girardi finally had their explosive showdown last night during a special segment of The Bachelorette. Their arguments made absolutely no sense and the two seemed to be constantly contradicting themselves, but here is a brief rundown.
Jake claimed, “The relationship was going downhill,” before stating that he was blindsided by the break-up. How is it possible to be blindsided by the end of a relationship you claim is going sour Jake? Doesn’t really make much sense.
For her part, Vienna echoed Jake’s initial statement saying, “It went straight downhill. It wasn’t like a real relationship.” The reality show love you found with a pilot who dreams of being an actor didn’t feel “real?” Really?
As for...
After weeks of back and forth attacks via various media outlets, Jake Pavelka and Vienna Girardi finally had their explosive showdown last night during a special segment of The Bachelorette. Their arguments made absolutely no sense and the two seemed to be constantly contradicting themselves, but here is a brief rundown.
Jake claimed, “The relationship was going downhill,” before stating that he was blindsided by the break-up. How is it possible to be blindsided by the end of a relationship you claim is going sour Jake? Doesn’t really make much sense.
For her part, Vienna echoed Jake’s initial statement saying, “It went straight downhill. It wasn’t like a real relationship.” The reality show love you found with a pilot who dreams of being an actor didn’t feel “real?” Really?
As for...
- 7/6/2010
- by cspargo
- HollywoodLife
The Portuguese soccer star is the proud father of a baby boy!
Cristiano Ronaldo may be out of The World Cup now that Portugal has lost, but he does have something to celebrate — he is a new father to a baby boy! The soccer phenom wrote on his Twitter, “It is with great joy and emotion that I inform I have recently become father to a baby boy. As agreed with the baby’s mother, who prefers to have her identity kept confidential, my son will be under my exclusive guardianship. No further information will be provided on this subject and I request everyone to fully respect my right to privacy (and that of the child) at least on issues as personal as these are.”
No one was even aware Cristiano was expecting a child and, as mentioned, the mother’s identity has been kept under wraps.
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Cristiano Ronaldo may be out of The World Cup now that Portugal has lost, but he does have something to celebrate — he is a new father to a baby boy! The soccer phenom wrote on his Twitter, “It is with great joy and emotion that I inform I have recently become father to a baby boy. As agreed with the baby’s mother, who prefers to have her identity kept confidential, my son will be under my exclusive guardianship. No further information will be provided on this subject and I request everyone to fully respect my right to privacy (and that of the child) at least on issues as personal as these are.”
No one was even aware Cristiano was expecting a child and, as mentioned, the mother’s identity has been kept under wraps.
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- 7/5/2010
- by cspargo
- HollywoodLife
The Canadian pop star will be kicking off the festivities as we celebrate America’s independence!
You may not be able to get a ticket to his sold out tour ladies, but you can check out Justin Bieber tonight on NBC when he kicks off the Macy’s Fourth of July Special in New York City! The singer will be performing one of his hit songs — our guess is “Baby” — during the televised event. Sadly however the event won’t be live and was pre-taped to run along with tonight’s live fireworks. Shucks!
Check out the video above of Justin talking about how excited he is and be sure to tune into NBC tonight at 9 pm!
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You may not be able to get a ticket to his sold out tour ladies, but you can check out Justin Bieber tonight on NBC when he kicks off the Macy’s Fourth of July Special in New York City! The singer will be performing one of his hit songs — our guess is “Baby” — during the televised event. Sadly however the event won’t be live and was pre-taped to run along with tonight’s live fireworks. Shucks!
Check out the video above of Justin talking about how excited he is and be sure to tune into NBC tonight at 9 pm!
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- 7/4/2010
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The hot new couple enjoy a yacht ride in NYC to celebrate Kim’s little sis Khloe’s birthday with the family!
It looks like things are heating up between Kim Kardashian and her new beau, Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Miles Austin — she took him to meet the family! Kim and Miles joined sisters Kourtney, Kendall, and Kylie as well as mom Kris and Lamar Odom to celebrate Khloe Kardashian’s birthday in New York City Saturday night! Given how close the Kardashian family is, that is a huge step in their relationship!
The group enjoyed a yacht ride in New York harbor before strolling through Manhattan. Kim and Miles were then up first thing Sunday morning and spotted shopping around the city. Shopping with Kim — this guy must be committed!
Kim threw a birthday party for Miles earlier in the week and, if history holds true, Miles...
The hot new couple enjoy a yacht ride in NYC to celebrate Kim’s little sis Khloe’s birthday with the family!
It looks like things are heating up between Kim Kardashian and her new beau, Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Miles Austin — she took him to meet the family! Kim and Miles joined sisters Kourtney, Kendall, and Kylie as well as mom Kris and Lamar Odom to celebrate Khloe Kardashian’s birthday in New York City Saturday night! Given how close the Kardashian family is, that is a huge step in their relationship!
The group enjoyed a yacht ride in New York harbor before strolling through Manhattan. Kim and Miles were then up first thing Sunday morning and spotted shopping around the city. Shopping with Kim — this guy must be committed!
Kim threw a birthday party for Miles earlier in the week and, if history holds true, Miles...
- 7/4/2010
- by cspargo
- HollywoodLife
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It appears Joe Guidice forged a signature saying a loan was paid back to get yet another loan. Oh, and the couple may be faking bankruptcy!
The odd bankruptcy saga of odd Real Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Guidice and her husband Joe soliders on, this time with reports Joe forged the signature on a document saying a loan was paid back to get, wait for it, another loan! How are these two in dire financial straits again?
The New York Post reports, “The hubby of Real Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Giudice forged a former business partner’s signature on a mortgage document in order to take out another loan and pocket $1 million, court papers charge.” Joe does have an excuse however, he says he signed the document with his partner’s permission. His partner meanwhile seems to have forgotten this magical exchange when he...
It appears Joe Guidice forged a signature saying a loan was paid back to get yet another loan. Oh, and the couple may be faking bankruptcy!
The odd bankruptcy saga of odd Real Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Guidice and her husband Joe soliders on, this time with reports Joe forged the signature on a document saying a loan was paid back to get, wait for it, another loan! How are these two in dire financial straits again?
The New York Post reports, “The hubby of Real Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Giudice forged a former business partner’s signature on a mortgage document in order to take out another loan and pocket $1 million, court papers charge.” Joe does have an excuse however, he says he signed the document with his partner’s permission. His partner meanwhile seems to have forgotten this magical exchange when he...
- 7/4/2010
- by cspargo
- HollywoodLife
Katy shows off her American pride in red, white, and blue!
Katy Perry, 25, you looked amazing in your super short mini-dress, June 12, when you appeared as a special guest on the British TV show James Corden’s “World Cup Live!” The songstress proudly wore her red, white, and blue and the American flag!
Katy is not the only patriotic star either, in fact there is an entire gallery of celebs showing their American pride!
Click Here To Take A Look At The Gallery!
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Katy Perry, 25, you looked amazing in your super short mini-dress, June 12, when you appeared as a special guest on the British TV show James Corden’s “World Cup Live!” The songstress proudly wore her red, white, and blue and the American flag!
Katy is not the only patriotic star either, in fact there is an entire gallery of celebs showing their American pride!
Click Here To Take A Look At The Gallery!
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- 7/4/2010
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New photos of Victoria’s Secret model Rosie Huntington Whiteley on the set of ‘Transformers 3′ seem to show Shia may have a sexier costar this time around!
Wearing a super short low cut dress, Rosie Huntington Whiteley filmed scenes for Transformers 3 this week in La — and erased almost all memories of former female lead Megan Fox! The Victoria’s Secret model nabbed the much coveted role after director Michael Bay canned Megan for her erratic behavior and comments while promoting Transformers 2 last summer. From the looks of it, this was a fantastic move!
We want to know though HollywoodLifers, who is your favorite Transformers babe? Is it new girl Rosie, or do you still have a soft spot for Megan?
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New photos of Victoria’s Secret model Rosie Huntington Whiteley on the set of ‘Transformers 3′ seem to show Shia may have a sexier costar this time around!
Wearing a super short low cut dress, Rosie Huntington Whiteley filmed scenes for Transformers 3 this week in La — and erased almost all memories of former female lead Megan Fox! The Victoria’s Secret model nabbed the much coveted role after director Michael Bay canned Megan for her erratic behavior and comments while promoting Transformers 2 last summer. From the looks of it, this was a fantastic move!
We want to know though HollywoodLifers, who is your favorite Transformers babe? Is it new girl Rosie, or do you still have a soft spot for Megan?
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- 7/4/2010
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The three actors will be collecting a very healthy payday And a percentage of the gross for the final two films in the ‘Twilight’ series!
It looks like Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, and Taylor Lautner can look forward to a nice long vacation after they wrap filming on Breaking Dawn next year — they are set to make at least $25 million and a percentage of the gross for the two part film! Vulture reports, “Insiders tell us that Summit will pay stars Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner each a whopping $25 million against 7.5 percent of the theatrical gross for starring in the next and last two Twilight movies, Breaking Dawn, Parts One and Two.” Crazy!
To get the final figure there is a some crazy movie math to be done but Vulture breaks it down like this: “The previous Twilight film, New Moon, took in almost $710 million worldwide,...
The three actors will be collecting a very healthy payday And a percentage of the gross for the final two films in the ‘Twilight’ series!
It looks like Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, and Taylor Lautner can look forward to a nice long vacation after they wrap filming on Breaking Dawn next year — they are set to make at least $25 million and a percentage of the gross for the two part film! Vulture reports, “Insiders tell us that Summit will pay stars Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner each a whopping $25 million against 7.5 percent of the theatrical gross for starring in the next and last two Twilight movies, Breaking Dawn, Parts One and Two.” Crazy!
To get the final figure there is a some crazy movie math to be done but Vulture breaks it down like this: “The previous Twilight film, New Moon, took in almost $710 million worldwide,...
- 7/4/2010
- by cspargo
- HollywoodLife
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The former basketball champ and close friend of Tiger Woods opens up on his friend’s divorce and alleged affairs at the opening of the Greenbrier Resort in West Virginia!
Tiger Woods may be doing everything he can to remain silent and under the radar since news of his multiple affairs came to light, but his good friend Charles Barkley is certainly not holding his tongue! The basketball great told HollywoodLife.com Exclusively at the opening of the Casino Club at Greenbrier Resort in West Virginia, “Tiger has got to stand up to these people and quit apologizing. He made mistakes, he owed his wife an apology, and he should tell the rest of these people to kiss his ass. He is a great friend of mine, he is my friend no matter what. I don’t judge my friends, only God can judge other people.”
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The former basketball champ and close friend of Tiger Woods opens up on his friend’s divorce and alleged affairs at the opening of the Greenbrier Resort in West Virginia!
Tiger Woods may be doing everything he can to remain silent and under the radar since news of his multiple affairs came to light, but his good friend Charles Barkley is certainly not holding his tongue! The basketball great told HollywoodLife.com Exclusively at the opening of the Casino Club at Greenbrier Resort in West Virginia, “Tiger has got to stand up to these people and quit apologizing. He made mistakes, he owed his wife an apology, and he should tell the rest of these people to kiss his ass. He is a great friend of mine, he is my friend no matter what. I don’t judge my friends, only God can judge other people.”
Charles statement...
- 7/4/2010
- by cspargo
- HollywoodLife
Kate Gosselin, Miley Cyrus or Jennifer Aniston? You’ll never guess who’s spending more than $50,000 on her Hollywood hair!
It’s no secret celebrities can afford to splurge on their appearance. Clothes, make-up, botox and most importantly, hair, are high priority for stars in the spotlight. But can you imagine spending $24,000 on hair extensions from Italy? Miley Cyrus could — and she did. Throughout the past six months, Kate Gosselin has dropped more than $50,000 to transform her signature short, spiky hair into a softer, longer, blonde bob.
Celebrities depend on their stylists to keep them looking camera ready for paparazzi ambushes and red carpet walks. HollywoodLife.com found out what’s Really going on behind-the-scenes to keep your favorite stars looking flawless.
Check out our gallery to see who’s spending $2,000 each time she visits the salon, which stylist gives starlets their signature look and the Real price of looking effortless in Tinseltown!
It’s no secret celebrities can afford to splurge on their appearance. Clothes, make-up, botox and most importantly, hair, are high priority for stars in the spotlight. But can you imagine spending $24,000 on hair extensions from Italy? Miley Cyrus could — and she did. Throughout the past six months, Kate Gosselin has dropped more than $50,000 to transform her signature short, spiky hair into a softer, longer, blonde bob.
Celebrities depend on their stylists to keep them looking camera ready for paparazzi ambushes and red carpet walks. HollywoodLife.com found out what’s Really going on behind-the-scenes to keep your favorite stars looking flawless.
Check out our gallery to see who’s spending $2,000 each time she visits the salon, which stylist gives starlets their signature look and the Real price of looking effortless in Tinseltown!
- 7/4/2010
- by Kirstin Benson
- HollywoodLife
Chace, Michael, Zac or Robert? Take this personality quiz to find out which summer movie guy is the one for you!
Do you love a boy with a bit of a reputation like Chace Crawford? How about the geeky or shy type like Michael Cera and Robert Pattinson? Or are Zac Efron’s breathtaking eyes your perfect match? Take this quiz to find out who is your ideal summer hunk. You might be pleasantly surprised by the result!
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Do you love a boy with a bit of a reputation like Chace Crawford? How about the geeky or shy type like Michael Cera and Robert Pattinson? Or are Zac Efron’s breathtaking eyes your perfect match? Take this quiz to find out who is your ideal summer hunk. You might be pleasantly surprised by the result!
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- 7/4/2010
- by Kirstin Benson
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hollywoodnews.com: Afshan Azad, the Harry Potter actress who was attacked by her father and brother in an alleged honor killing attempt, apparently tried to retract her statement three times before they were arrested and charged with threatening to kill her.
Azad’s family – who are Muslim – were apparently upset that she was dating a man who was Hindu, and demanded that she end the relationship. The argument escalated and that’s when the alleged attack occurred. Her father and brother, Abdul and Ashraf Azad, were arrested and charged with threatening to kill her; her brother was also charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm. Both men are currently out on bail pending a July 12 hearing.
Attorney John Wolfson, who is defending the pair, insists that Afshan has tried to retract her statement, regretting the outcome of the investigation. He states that she never wanted for...
hollywoodnews.com: Afshan Azad, the Harry Potter actress who was attacked by her father and brother in an alleged honor killing attempt, apparently tried to retract her statement three times before they were arrested and charged with threatening to kill her.
Azad’s family – who are Muslim – were apparently upset that she was dating a man who was Hindu, and demanded that she end the relationship. The argument escalated and that’s when the alleged attack occurred. Her father and brother, Abdul and Ashraf Azad, were arrested and charged with threatening to kill her; her brother was also charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm. Both men are currently out on bail pending a July 12 hearing.
Attorney John Wolfson, who is defending the pair, insists that Afshan has tried to retract her statement, regretting the outcome of the investigation. He states that she never wanted for...
- 7/4/2010
- by Hanako M. Ricks
- Hollywoodnews.com
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The radio shock jock and Sirius could part ways in as little as six months. Will the radio personality stay, or explore new options?
It is the news no morning commuter wants to hear — Howard Stern’s contract with Sirius Radio will be up in just six months! Now this does not mean the much beloved Howard will be leaving, or even that he won’t renew, but it does give him the option to explore many other paths!
Jo Piazza over at Popeater points out, “He’ll be free to re-sign a contract with Sirius Xm Radio, free to retire, free to return to terrestrial radio or free to start an entirely new career” — possibly with American Idol she points out!
As it currently works, Howard is paid $100 million a year and foots the cost of his own show, which in the end makes him roughly $70 million a year.
The radio shock jock and Sirius could part ways in as little as six months. Will the radio personality stay, or explore new options?
It is the news no morning commuter wants to hear — Howard Stern’s contract with Sirius Radio will be up in just six months! Now this does not mean the much beloved Howard will be leaving, or even that he won’t renew, but it does give him the option to explore many other paths!
Jo Piazza over at Popeater points out, “He’ll be free to re-sign a contract with Sirius Xm Radio, free to retire, free to return to terrestrial radio or free to start an entirely new career” — possibly with American Idol she points out!
As it currently works, Howard is paid $100 million a year and foots the cost of his own show, which in the end makes him roughly $70 million a year.
- 7/3/2010
- by cspargo
- HollywoodLife
Afshan Azad, who has played Padma Patil in the "Harry Potter" series since 2005's "Goblet of Fire," is having some crazy family troubles. The 22-year-old actress's father and brother have been charged with threatening to kill her, says the Daily Mail.
The altercation occurred at the family home in Manchester, England. In addition to threatening her, Afshan's brother, 28-year-old Ashraf, is also accused of physically assaulting Afshan and "causing her bodily harm."
The men faced charges in court on June 30 at Manchester Magistrates' Court. The case was adjourned until July 12.
According to People, Afshan's Muslim family was angry about her relationship with a Hindu man. As part of the pair's bail conditions, they must not contact an unknown man and must abide by an 11 p.m. - 6 a.m. curfew.
Afshan is said to be staying with friends in London.
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The altercation occurred at the family home in Manchester, England. In addition to threatening her, Afshan's brother, 28-year-old Ashraf, is also accused of physically assaulting Afshan and "causing her bodily harm."
The men faced charges in court on June 30 at Manchester Magistrates' Court. The case was adjourned until July 12.
According to People, Afshan's Muslim family was angry about her relationship with a Hindu man. As part of the pair's bail conditions, they must not contact an unknown man and must abide by an 11 p.m. - 6 a.m. curfew.
Afshan is said to be staying with friends in London.
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- 7/3/2010
- by editorial@zap2it.com
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The family of a star of the Harry Potter film series have been charged with threatening to kill her. 22-year-old Afshan Azad, who plays Harry's classmate Padman Patil, allegedly had a threat made against her life by her father and was assaulted by her brother during a row over her boyfriend at her home in Manchester. However, according to the Daily Mail, Azad claimed yesterday that she no longer wishes to proceed with the case and doesn't want to see her family behind bars. (more)...
- 7/3/2010
- by By Daniel Sperling
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Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green are all smiles after eloping in Hawaii last week — but with Megan’s negative outlook toward marriage in Hollywood, we’re taking bets on how long this union will last!
Two engagements and one marriage later, Megan Fox tells Steppin’ Out that marriages Never work in Hollywood. Talk about a badly timed honeymoon surprise!
During an interview with the magazine the 24-year-old actress didn’t hold back any of her negative opinions on marriage and explained why she thinks famous couples are fighting a losing battle. “I think couples generally aren’t staying together. The divorce rate is so high right now,” Megan said. “But I think Hollywood specifically is because of two things. Everything is so easily accessed in Hollywood. Whatever you want you have at your fingertips. So for a lot of people, that temptation is just too much. You...
Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green are all smiles after eloping in Hawaii last week — but with Megan’s negative outlook toward marriage in Hollywood, we’re taking bets on how long this union will last!
Two engagements and one marriage later, Megan Fox tells Steppin’ Out that marriages Never work in Hollywood. Talk about a badly timed honeymoon surprise!
During an interview with the magazine the 24-year-old actress didn’t hold back any of her negative opinions on marriage and explained why she thinks famous couples are fighting a losing battle. “I think couples generally aren’t staying together. The divorce rate is so high right now,” Megan said. “But I think Hollywood specifically is because of two things. Everything is so easily accessed in Hollywood. Whatever you want you have at your fingertips. So for a lot of people, that temptation is just too much. You...
- 7/3/2010
- by Kirstin Benson
- HollywoodLife
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The actress looks more radiant than ever in this just released trailer for the popular novel!
Mark August 13 on your calendars HollywoodLifers! Julia Roberts returns to the big screen with her new film Eat Pray Love! The Oscar winning actress stars as Elizabeth Gilbert in the film based on the best selling novel alongside James Franco, Viola Davis, and Javier Bardem! Not a bad group!
The trailer went up earlier today on our sister site Deadline Hollywood and we want to know, are you excited for the new Julia Roberts film? Take a look and tell us!
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The actress looks more radiant than ever in this just released trailer for the popular novel!
Mark August 13 on your calendars HollywoodLifers! Julia Roberts returns to the big screen with her new film Eat Pray Love! The Oscar winning actress stars as Elizabeth Gilbert in the film based on the best selling novel alongside James Franco, Viola Davis, and Javier Bardem! Not a bad group!
The trailer went up earlier today on our sister site Deadline Hollywood and we want to know, are you excited for the new Julia Roberts film? Take a look and tell us!
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The ‘Melrose Place’ actress is back home after a month of in-patient rehab!
Heather Locklear has successfully completed a 30-day stay in rehab for abuse of prescription drugs TMZ reports. According to the website, “Although she went to rehab after she was arrested for hit-and-run in April, sources say her decision to seek treatment had nothing to do with the incident.”
A source close to the actress says, “She’s doing great.”
The actress, who was previously married to rockers Tommy Lee and Richie Sambora, has had previous problems with prescription drug use, including an incident in September 2008 when she was pulled over for driving under the influence. She also checked into a facility in Arizona in June of 2008 to deal with pyschological issues.
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The ‘Melrose Place’ actress is back home after a month of in-patient rehab!
Heather Locklear has successfully completed a 30-day stay in rehab for abuse of prescription drugs TMZ reports. According to the website, “Although she went to rehab after she was arrested for hit-and-run in April, sources say her decision to seek treatment had nothing to do with the incident.”
A source close to the actress says, “She’s doing great.”
The actress, who was previously married to rockers Tommy Lee and Richie Sambora, has had previous problems with prescription drug use, including an incident in September 2008 when she was pulled over for driving under the influence. She also checked into a facility in Arizona in June of 2008 to deal with pyschological issues.
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Dean McDermott is back home following his dirt biking accident and took to his Twitter to give all the details and announce he has given up the sport!
Tori Spelling’s husband Dean McDermott is out of the Icu and back home following a dirt biking accident Tuesday that left the actor with a collapsed lung! The actor took to his Twitter to explain exactly what happened writing, “Fyi- Tuesday I went out for a dirt bike ride with my friends, I ended smashing my chest into my bars as I went over the front of the bike. It was a freak accident. We still can’t figure out what happened. None the less, I have a collapsed lung and bad bruising on my right side. Oh, and 3 stitches in my right butt cheek where a stone got imbedded. Let’s just say, I won’t be dirt biking anymore.
Tori Spelling’s husband Dean McDermott is out of the Icu and back home following a dirt biking accident Tuesday that left the actor with a collapsed lung! The actor took to his Twitter to explain exactly what happened writing, “Fyi- Tuesday I went out for a dirt bike ride with my friends, I ended smashing my chest into my bars as I went over the front of the bike. It was a freak accident. We still can’t figure out what happened. None the less, I have a collapsed lung and bad bruising on my right side. Oh, and 3 stitches in my right butt cheek where a stone got imbedded. Let’s just say, I won’t be dirt biking anymore.
- 7/3/2010
- by cspargo
- HollywoodLife
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The singer flaunts her curves in a body hugging dress at the opening of the Casino Club at the Greenbrier Resort!
Less than a week after tweeting about her new vegan diet and use of cupping, Jessica Simpson hit the red carpet to show off her new figure. The actress looked amazingly curvy and womanly in her body conscious gown, making us think there was no reason for her to go on the extreme diet to begin with! We are just happy she is looking more like herself and not bone thin Gwyneth Paltrow, who we were afraid she was becoming when she announced her new healthy eating regiment!
Jessica had tweeted last Sunday night, “Shocked my system with a vegan diet, special Pu-erh tea from China, and cupping since friday! Who am I right now? This might be too clean!” She followed that up a few minutes later with,...
The singer flaunts her curves in a body hugging dress at the opening of the Casino Club at the Greenbrier Resort!
Less than a week after tweeting about her new vegan diet and use of cupping, Jessica Simpson hit the red carpet to show off her new figure. The actress looked amazingly curvy and womanly in her body conscious gown, making us think there was no reason for her to go on the extreme diet to begin with! We are just happy she is looking more like herself and not bone thin Gwyneth Paltrow, who we were afraid she was becoming when she announced her new healthy eating regiment!
Jessica had tweeted last Sunday night, “Shocked my system with a vegan diet, special Pu-erh tea from China, and cupping since friday! Who am I right now? This might be too clean!” She followed that up a few minutes later with,...
- 7/3/2010
- by cspargo
- HollywoodLife
The tennis champ talks about accepting her curves and shows off her amazing figure in the new ‘Harper’s Bazaar!’
Newly crowned Wimbledon champion Serena Williams is showing off her beach body in the August issue of Harper’s Bazaar, and talking about how she came to accept her body! “I was 23 when I realized that I wasn’t Venus,” the tennis star explains. “She’s totally different. I’m super curvy. I have big boobs and this massive butt. She’s tall and she’s like a model and she fits everything. I was growing up, wanting to be her, wanting to look like her, and I was always fitting in her clothes, but then one day I couldn’t. But it’s fine. Now I’m obviously good, but it’s a weird thing.”
The tennis ace also talks about the difficulties, and importance, of accepting her own physical differences.
Newly crowned Wimbledon champion Serena Williams is showing off her beach body in the August issue of Harper’s Bazaar, and talking about how she came to accept her body! “I was 23 when I realized that I wasn’t Venus,” the tennis star explains. “She’s totally different. I’m super curvy. I have big boobs and this massive butt. She’s tall and she’s like a model and she fits everything. I was growing up, wanting to be her, wanting to look like her, and I was always fitting in her clothes, but then one day I couldn’t. But it’s fine. Now I’m obviously good, but it’s a weird thing.”
The tennis ace also talks about the difficulties, and importance, of accepting her own physical differences.
- 7/3/2010
- by cspargo
- HollywoodLife
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It appears Elin will be taking home significantly less than the reported $750 million she was set to make in her divorce from Tiger Woods!
It looks like the divorce proceedings between Elin Nordegren and Tiger Woods are finally coming to an end, though the Swedish model will be taking home somewhat less than what was first reported. TMZ reports, “Elin will snag about $100 million in the settlement … way more than she was entitled to under the prenup.” This amount pales in comparison however to the intial figure floating around of $750 million.
As another point of the settlement, Elin will have to sign a confidentiality agreement. Reports say the couple, “agreed to a confidentiality clause as part of their divorce settlement. So Elin can’t go on Oprah, she can’t do interviews, she can’t write a book.”
It seems like Tiger will shell out as much money...
It appears Elin will be taking home significantly less than the reported $750 million she was set to make in her divorce from Tiger Woods!
It looks like the divorce proceedings between Elin Nordegren and Tiger Woods are finally coming to an end, though the Swedish model will be taking home somewhat less than what was first reported. TMZ reports, “Elin will snag about $100 million in the settlement … way more than she was entitled to under the prenup.” This amount pales in comparison however to the intial figure floating around of $750 million.
As another point of the settlement, Elin will have to sign a confidentiality agreement. Reports say the couple, “agreed to a confidentiality clause as part of their divorce settlement. So Elin can’t go on Oprah, she can’t do interviews, she can’t write a book.”
It seems like Tiger will shell out as much money...
- 7/3/2010
- by cspargo
- HollywoodLife
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The pair of reality fame whores keep running their mouths, this time as Jake claims Vienna cheated on him at their home!
They have no real skill set so to speak and not much to offer, but Jake Pavelka and Vienna Girardi continue to blab about their ‘fairy tale’ relationship gone sour. This time it is Jake who claims Vienna was not faithful and even brought a man to the apartment they shared. In a clip from Monday’s Bachelorette that aired on Good Morning America, Vienna can no sooner deny that she was not dating actor Gregory Michael while with Jake then he responds, “Who’s the guy you had on Saturday night at the apartment?” We have no doubt Ali Fedotowsky is thrilled to no longer have any connection to these train wrecks!
Vienna of course denies the allegation though she has not held back from...
The pair of reality fame whores keep running their mouths, this time as Jake claims Vienna cheated on him at their home!
They have no real skill set so to speak and not much to offer, but Jake Pavelka and Vienna Girardi continue to blab about their ‘fairy tale’ relationship gone sour. This time it is Jake who claims Vienna was not faithful and even brought a man to the apartment they shared. In a clip from Monday’s Bachelorette that aired on Good Morning America, Vienna can no sooner deny that she was not dating actor Gregory Michael while with Jake then he responds, “Who’s the guy you had on Saturday night at the apartment?” We have no doubt Ali Fedotowsky is thrilled to no longer have any connection to these train wrecks!
Vienna of course denies the allegation though she has not held back from...
- 7/3/2010
- by cspargo
- HollywoodLife
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