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NEW DELHI : A new league of celebrities or influencers is being spawned by the reach provided by social media platforms, beyond the conventional realms of movies and sports. From chefs like Ranveer Brar to startup founders like Aman Gupta, people with skill and panache are creating content on social media to cater to niche communities. They are even investing in building teams and production setups to create professional-looking content regularly.

Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes have decided to take out their daughters duo from Los Angeles, Fox reported quoting People Magazine. According to a source who spoke with People magazine, Hollywood actors Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes have recently relocated to a location «a bit further north» from their previous residence. The decision to move was influenced by their desire to provide a different upbringing for their two daughters, 9-year-old Esmeralda, and 7-year-old Amada. Reportedly, the couple wanted to distance their children from the Hollywood limelight and the environment of growing up around other celebrity kids.

Movie marketing in the Indian film industry is like navigating a labyrinth of missed opportunities and hastily executed ideas, often accompanied by overspent budgets. After more than 100 years of Indian cinema, movie marketing seems stuck in a rut of recycled gimmicks presented as disruptive ideas by hustlers whose main audience appears to be film producers rather than a relevant target audience. In a business where a largely perishable product must quickly make an impact within limited resources, content marketing can’t just be about random ideas favoured by a select few.

The First Omen' emerges as a prequel to the iconic '70s classic, promising a spine-chilling narrative that delves into the origins of evil.

Drive-Away Dolls," directed by Ethan Coen, is now available for digital viewing, offering audiences the choice to enjoy the comedy caper at home or in cinemas. Starring Margaret Qualley and Geraldine Viswanathan, the film follows the misadventures of two friends on a road trip gone awry.

MUMBAI : It was such a joy to catch One Day (a recent romantic drama)—it seemed so original and refreshing despite being an adaptation," Srishti Singh, a Delhi-based college professor, told Mint, explaining why she likes shows on streaming platform Netflix. “Then I have all-time favourites like The Crown," she added. Singh liked the sixth season of the historical drama on the British royals so much that she even pushed Neha Sharma, her childhood friend, to watch it.

“Barbenheimer” brought a bump not a boom to Oscars ratings

Oscars ratings. An estimated 19.5 million people watched Sunday night's 96th Academy Awards ceremony on ABC. That's the biggest number drawn by the telecast in four years.

Survivor, the enduring reality TV series, has captured audiences with 45 seasons and counting. Now, with Survivor: Horizon Island, fans can immerse themselves in the show's challenges and drama through a new VR game experience.

Dragon Ball DAIMA, a highly anticipated series marking the 40th anniversary of the iconic franchise, has officially announced its release in Fall 2024. This revelation comes after six years since the last Dragon Ball anime, promising a fresh and captivating storyline that will once again follow the adventures of Goku and his comrades. Beloved author Akira Toriyama, deeply involved in the project, lends his creative genius to the script, adding to the anticipation surrounding the upcoming series.

Drag Race: Down Under" season 4 has been confirmed and there will be a new host. Emmy-award winner Michelle Visage is the new host, as per a report in Deadline. Visage has proven herself adept at hosting, demonstrating her skills when she stepped in for RuPaul on «RuPaul's Drag Race: U.K.» last year. Her ability to entertain and engage audiences was evident during her time on the show, showcasing her versatility as a performer and presenter.

Cobra Kai season 6 on Netflix is happening as confirmed the show's actor Gianni DeCenzo. Gianni is known for the role of playing Demetri Alexopoulos in Cobra Kai. Gianni DeCenzo portrays the character of Demetri Alexopoulos, the nerdy member of Miyagi-Do Karate known for his tendency to unintentionally find himself in amusing predicaments. Fans can anticipate DeCenzo's return to the screen as Demetri in the highly anticipated sixth season of Cobra Kai, where his wit and charm are sure to continue entertaining audiences, according to a report in WhatsOnNetflix.

Bharti Airtel's managing director Gopal Vittal has called on the telco's 19,000-odd employees, including senior executives, across India to cancel all business meetings on Tuesday and spend the entire day on the field with customers to get a fix on service challenges they face, even as the Sunil Mittal-led telco readies to launch 5G services nationally by the month-end. The exercise is part of a national brand-building drive to position Airtel as a customer-obsessed telco that is keen on eliciting direct market feedback from its target audience on the state of its 2G, 4G and 5G mobile operations as well as home broadband services. «These interactions will help us understand customer needs on a deeper level. Tomorrow (March 12) is also an opportunity for you to discover first-hand what challenges our frontline staff face and how they serve customers,» Vittal wrote in an internal email communication to all Airtel employees Monday. ET has seen a copy of the Airtel MD's letter.

Imax Corporation and BookMyShow have inked a strategic partnership that will see the Canadian theatre company having higher visibility and discoverability on the online ticketing platform. BookMyShow will highlight Imax releases through targeted marketing efforts, beginning with Dune: Part Two. Imax tickets made up 31% of the total Dune: Part Two tickets sold on BookMyShow, demonstrating a strong demand for immersive cinematic experiences. The users of the online ticketing platform can also explore a dedicated page about The Imax Experience, including a list of current Imax films and locations in their cities, upcoming releases, and more.

John Cena made an unconventional appearance at the 2024 Oscars with his. Joining host Jimmy Kimmel on stage, Cena made a daring entrance by presenting the award for Best Costume Design to the film 'Poor Things,' all while seemingly nude. Kimmel, recalling a notorious moment from the Academy Awards' past, humorously mused to the audience, «Can you imagine if a nude man ran across the stage today? Wouldn't that be crazy?» This playful nod paid homage to a historic incident during the 46th Oscars in 1974, when a streaker interrupted David Niven's introduction of Elizabeth Taylor, reflecting the trend of streaking that was prevalent in the '70s. The setup for the bit became apparent when Cena, shirtless, unexpectedly appeared on stage, expressing a change of heart about participating in the streaker gag. «I changed my mind. I don't want to do the streaker bit,» Cena told Kimmel, expressing discomfort with the joke's tastelessness. «It's an elegant event, you know; you should feel shame right now for suggesting such a tasteless joke.»

Hayao Miyazaki clinched his second Academy Award for his semi-autobiographical masterpiece, "The Boy and the Heron," an enchanting narrative exploring a young boy's journey through grief following the loss of his mother. This Japanese anime swiftly rose to prominence as a leading contender in major awards circuits, securing victories at both the Golden Globes and BAFTA awards. «The Boy and the Heron» bested other contenders such as «Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,» Disney's «Elemental,» Netflix's «Nimona,» and the dialogue-free «Robot Dreams.» Its North American premiere in 2023 saw it soar to the top of the box office charts, amassing an impressive $13 million in earnings. Featuring an all-star English voice cast including Robert Pattinson, Willem Dafoe, Florence Pugh, Christian Bale, and Mark Hamill, the film captured audiences with its captivating storytelling and richly imaginative world.

Ariana Grande's latest album, released on Friday, delves into the complexities of personal relationships and the journey of individual growth, marking her seventh studio album in a career marked by musical evolution. This release arrives amid a significant period in Grande's personal life, following her divorce from Dalton Gomez, which made headlines in September 2023.

As WWE gears up for its biggest annual premium live event next month, the company continues to harness the power of its social media presence to reach its fans

Viksit Bharat, Viksit Northeast' programme at Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. During the programme, the Prime Minister virtually inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth Rs 55,600 crore in 6 North Eastern States, including the inauguration and laying of the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth over Rs 8500 crore for Tripura and Northeast. On this occasion, the Prime Minister said that he considers the dreams of the people of the country to be his own. The objective of this government is to ensure a pucca house for every family in the country, free rations, pure drinking water, health care service and internet service. The central government is working on the concept of Ashtalaxmi to boost development in the Northeast.

Kiran Rao, experienced a surge in its box office earnings domestically on its second Saturday as the film has amassed close to ₹8 crore in India thus far. Moreover, “Laapataa Ladies" recorded a Hindi occupancy of 29.40% on Saturday, according to Sacnilk. Directed by Kiran Rao and produced by Aamir Khan Productions and Jio Studios, the film features Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Ravi Kishan, and Chhaya Kadam in prominent roles.

Maya Rudolph as Molly Wells, a billionaire navigating life after a high-profile divorce. The new season promises to delve deeper into Molly's philanthropic efforts and her budding romantic interests, offering viewers an intriguing glimpse into her world. Plot