Guo Jingjing to ‘marry’

    When Guo Jingjing, China’s diving queen, marries Kenneth Fok Kai-kong, a member of one of Hong Kong’s richest families, in October, the celebrations will cost about 100 million yuan (US$15.8 million), according to Hong Kong media reports. At a public appearance last Wednesday, the 30-year-old former sports star was reported to have silently confirmed her “big day” to reporters.

    ‘24’ movie

    Fans of Jack Bauer have something to look forward to. A movie based on the old Fox series “24” is scheduled to begin shooting this spring. Actor Kiefer Sutherland said on Sunday that he expects to go to work on the movie in late April or May. Sutherland played Bauer, the centerpiece* on the pulse-quickening* adventure series that ended its television run in 2010.

    Barrymore engaged

    U.S. actress Drew Barrymore and her fiance Will Kopelman on Friday released a photo of the couple showing off her engagement ring, confirming reports they joined a long list of stars who got engaged over the holidays. Other celebrities who now plan to marry include Justin Timberlake and actress Jessica Biel.

    ‘Melancholia’ best film

    The National Society of Film Critics of the United States selected Lars von Trier’s drama “Melancholia” as the best picture of 2011 on Saturday.

    The society also named the movie’s star, Kirsten Dunst, as 2011’s best actress. Brad Pitt was chosen as best actor for his performances in “Moneyball” and “The Tree of Life.” (SD-Agencies)