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While filming ‘Moulin Rouge!’ Nicole Kidman fractured her rib. She broke it a second time while trying to fit into a corset. She also tumbled down a flight of stairs and had to subsequently film parts of the move in a wheelchair. Her injuries reportedly cost her the lead role in ‘Panic Room’

Cacao was often used for ceremonial occasions like weddings. It was brewed in both Mexican and Aztec culture, but the result was not at all similar to today’s hot chocolate as it was a far more bitter affair.

Many dishes considered quintessentially Japanese actually have Chinese origins – noodles for instance! Some others you might have heard of include gyoza dumplings, karaage fried chicken and even ramen.