Daniel Craig was best for Bond: Henry Cavill

Actor Henry Cavill, the new on screen 'Superman', had auditioned to play secret agent 007, but says Daniel Craig was a far better choice

The "Man of Steel" actor was upset at missing out on the part after getting down to the final audition, but admits 45-year-old Craig, who has portrayed the iconic charter in "Casino Royale", "Quantum of Solace" and "Skyfall", has been "fantastic" in the role.

"When I wasn't selected for Bond, I was very disappointed," contactmusic.com quoted Cavill as saying.

"I'd turned down a leading role in '300' because it was down to Daniel Craig and me, and auditioning for Bond took all my focus. The choice was between a younger Bond and one closer to his 40s, which is to say, Daniel Craig.

"But I've seen what Daniel did and I think the Bond producers made the right choice. He's fantastic," he added. (Source)

Adele receives MBE honour

Singer Adele has been recongised for her services to music and awarded an MBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours.

The British monarch Queen Elizabeth II presents the awards each year. The "Skyfall" hitmaker was recognised for her services to music Saturday, reports contactmusic.com.

The 25-year-old singer is said to be worth 30 million pounds and has sold seven million albums in the Britain alone. (Source)

Matthew Morrison keen to duet with Adam Levine?

Actor Matthew Morrison hopes to join forces with his new music label boss Adam Levine for recording a pop song.

The "Glee" singer-and-actor was signed up by the Maroon 5 frontman for his new record label and the pair have discussed joining forces on a song despite having different musical styles, reports contactmusic.com.

"We've certainly talked about (a collaboration). Our styles and sounds are quite different but he loves my album so much and he's a big fan of that type of music. But you wouldn't think it because he's such a rock star," Morrison said. (Source)

Oliver Stone wins award in Shanghai film fest

Hollywood director Oliver Stone won the Lifetime Achievement Award at the opening ceremony of the 16th Shanghai International Film Festival Saturday night.

The 66-year-old Stone is known for his Oscar-winning films like "Midnight Express", "Platoon", and "Born on the Fourth of July".

Tsui Hark, 52, a film director and producer from Hong Kong, was given the Chinese Film Award for Outstanding Contribution, Xinhua reported.

A total of 14 films will compete for this year's Golden Goblet. A jury panel headed by Oscar-winning British director Tom Hooper will decide the winner.

American 3D animated comedy film "Monsters University", produced by Disney/Pixar was the opening film of the film festival. (Source)

I quit smoking marijuana when it was a lot riskier, says Jeff Bridges

Jeff Bridges has confessed that he quit smoking marijuana when it was illegal and when using it was a lot riskier.

The 63-year-old actor told Cigar Aficionado magazine that now, when using the pot is practically legal, he doesn't smoke anymore, the Guardian reported.

Bridges said that enjoyment of cigars might have come from smoking pot. (Source)

I'd love to be a diva: Amy Adams

Hollywod actress Amy Adams says she would love to be a "diva" and throw tantrums on film sets, but then she would be apologetic about it.

The 38-year-old often wishes she could assert her authority and throw tantrums on film sets like other A-list stars, reports contactmusic.com.

"I'd love to be a diva. But then I'd have to send so many apology notes for my abhorrent behaviour. I'm polite. I believe in manners. I say please and thank you," she said. (Source)

Jackie Chan's imprints taken twice

Actor Jackie Chan is the first person to leave his prints twice to be placed at Hollywood Boulevard's Chinese Theatre here.

Chan first made his mark at the theatre's forecourt in 1997 alongside actress Marilyn Monroe and actor Clark Gable.

His first cement slab got lost when owners changed over, and the landmark became the TCL Chinese Theatre, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

Recalling his debut at the location, he said: "The first time in the Chinese Theatre, I walked on the red carpet and I saw several stars giving interviews. At that time I had nothing to do. I just stood there and looked around. Those years I dreamed. Gradually, I got there."

His "Rush Hour" co-star Chris Tucker and "The Karate Kid" co-star Jaden Smith were there to cheer him as he left imprints of his hands, feet and nose on wet cement. The slab will join several other such slabs of celebrities' imprints. (Source)