Daily ent recap Feb 11: Priyanka Chopra's book mentions the backlash she got & other news

Several events took place today in the entertainment industry. From Priyanka Chopra writing her memoir to the release date of Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari's novel, many celebrities made headlines on February 11. Read further ahead to see this entertainment news recap.

Here are the latest entertainment news of the day

Priyanka Chopra's memoir mentions the backlash she faced

In her memoir titled as Unfinished, Priyanka Chopra has also mentioned the negative response she faced when she had met PM Modi. The outcry was over her choice of attire. She had worn a skirt and sitting cross-legged as she interacted with him. She has stated that she had become global news and that is not how she wanted to be in the limelight.

Read the full story: Priyanka Chopra Opens Up On Viral Photo With PM Modi In Memoir, Says 'outrage Baffled Me'

Release date of Director Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari's novel announced

Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari took to Instagram to announce that her debut novel Mapping Love will be released in May 2021. The teaser of the novel was also dropped by the director. The novel chronicles her years of experience. In the caption, she wrote, 'Mapping Love' my debut novel releases on 21st May 2021. Thank-you & Gratitude'. Read the full story: Director Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari's Debut Novel 'Mapping Love' To Release On May 21

The Mandalorian's Gina Carano removed from the show

Gina Carano who played the character of Cara Dune in the sci-fi series The Mandalorian has been fired from the show for her controversial Instagram stories. In the posts, she has compared the US political scenario to that of Nazi Germany. She has compared the Republicans to the Jews during the Holocaust period.

Read the full story: Why Was Gina Carano Fired? Former MMA Fighter Off The Mandalorian

Oscars 2021 to be held in person

Oscars 2021 will be held in person in April and will go live from multiple locations. In a statement, A spokesperson for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said that they will be prioritising the health of everyone who will be in attendance of the show. The awards have been rescheduled from February 28 to April 25.

Read the full story: Oscars 2021 To Be Held In Person And Will Broadcast From Several Locations, Details Inside

Elisabeth Moss joins the cast of Barry Levinson's 'The Godfather'

Elisabeth Moss has been added to the cast of Francis and The Godfather movie. The movie is directed by Barry Levinson. The film shows the wild battles that went into the making of 1972 classic The Godfather. Read the full story: Elisabeth Moss Joins Cast Of Barry Levinson's Film On The Making Of 'The Godfather'

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