Arunava Chakrabarty

Arunava Chakrabarty is a writer and sub-editor at First Curiosity, where he covers the latest in Hollywood, celebrates timeless classics, and explores the world of anime. Outside of work, he delves into international and political research while still finding time for movies and anime series. In rare quiet moments, he turns to the captivating works of Yoko Ogawa, often getting lost in the tense and haunting realities of The Memory Police.
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How Brooke Shields’ Wild ‘Friends’ Scene Changed Her Career Forever and Led to Her Own Sitcom

In 1996, Brooke Shields was already a world-famous face. She had been a model since infancy, a controversial child star in 'Pretty Baby', and...
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“I Said Yes Right Away”: Carmen Electra Reveals How a Last-Minute Call Landed Her Secret Return in ‘Scary Movie’ Reboot

Twenty-five years after she famously ran through a sprinkler (and a knife), Carmen Electra is back in the killer’s crosshairs. The actress and icon...
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The Shocking Reason ‘Breaking Bad’ Killed Off Jane Margolis Instead of Giving Jesse Pinkman a Happy Ending

There are a lot of devastating moments on TV, but not many stick with you like the death of Jane Margolis. She was the...
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How Losing the Robin Role in ‘Batman Forever’ Helped Marlon Wayans Build a Hollywood Empire

In a remarkable twist of Hollywood fate, Marlon Wayans has celebrated the role he didn't get. Nearly three decades after being replaced as Robin...
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The Troubled Childhood That Shaped Joan Crawford’s Most Iconic Performances

She was the face of MGM glamour, a survivor of the studio system, and the winner of an Academy Award. But long before she...
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The Heartbreaking Truth About Judy Garland’s Life After ‘The Wizard of Oz’

For the millions who watched her skip down the Yellow Brick Road in 1939, Judy Garland was the embodiment of hope. As Dorothy, she...
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Gregory Peck Handpicked Robert Mitchum for ‘Cape Fear’ But Their Feud Stole the Spotlight

Hollywood is not an easy place to make a name for yourself. However, over the years, there have been several iconic roles that, upon...
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“What You Saw Was So Honest”: Sharon Stone Says ‘Euphoria’ Should Be Mandatory Viewing in Schools After Revealing Her Family’s Drug Tragedy

Sharon Stone, who joined 'Euphoria' in its third season, has called for the show to be required viewing for teenagers and parents alike in...
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Why Cary Grant Refused to Work With Billy Wilder Despite Their Close Friendship

They were two of the most brilliant minds of Hollywood’s Golden Age, bound by mutual admiration and a close personal friendship. Yet, for nearly...
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Daniel Radcliffe Gets Emotional Over HBO’s New ‘Harry Potter’ Cast, Says He Wants to “Hug Them and Make Sure They’re OK”

As the photos of the young cast of HBO’s upcoming ‘Harry Potter’ series emerge, original star Daniel Radcliffe admits the experience is proving far...
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Taylor Swift Becomes the Richest Female Musician Ever With a $2 Billion Net Worth

In an era where celebrity wealth is typically built on beauty brands, shapewear lines, and reality TV deals, Taylor Swift has rewritten the rules...
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Angelina Jolie Turned Down ‘The Aviator’ With Leonardo DiCaprio for One Powerful Reason

In the annals of cinematic "what ifs," few are as tempting as the idea of Angelina Jolie sharing the screen with Leonardo DiCaprio while...
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