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NEW DELHI : Shah Rukh Khan’s Dunki and Prabhas’ Telugu film Salaar are gearing up for a box office clash this weekend during the Christmas holidays. While this may spark a screen tussle in select markets, theatres across India expect to end the year on a high note considering that the two films target different demographics.

BAFTA's best film category will need a broader theatrical release. Films must make their public debut in theaters on a minimum of 50 commercial screens in the U.K. for at least seven days, spanning 50 sites at the widest point of release. Alternatively, nominees should have the equivalent of at least 350 screenings. The new requirement replaces the current rule, which mandates a minimum of 10 screenings per day for seven days or a total of 70 screenings.

Maestro, Bradley Cooper's latest film, takes audiences on a journey through the life of the legendary conductor-composer Leonard Bernstein. Premiering at the Venice Film Festival and nominated for the prestigious Golden Lion, the movie offers a glimpse into Bernstein's enduring relationship with actress Felicia Montealegre Cohn Bernstein.

With some saying a ‘confirmed’ bull-market as Bitcoin crossed over $40,000 for the first time since last year, trends like Socialfi seem to continue to keep growing. Although some startups have had it in their ecosystem long before it gained widespread popularity as a ‘trend.’

Apparel and fast-fashion brands such as Perry Ellis and H&M are turning to a new weapon in the fight against costly online returns: artificial intelligence. They are using AI to sharpen product descriptions and recommendations, steer certain ads away from shoppers most likely to return those products, and aim advertising toward consumers they believe will hold on to their purchases. “What we can’t do is stop Amazon letting somebody purchase.

“Wonka” debuted with $39 million in box office sales in the U.S. and Canada over the weekend

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₹100 crore club, according to trade analysts. The biopic of India's first field marshal, Sam Manekshaw has minted ₹100 crore worldwide. Actor Vicky Kaushal, who played the role of Sam Manekshaw in the movie shared the success of the film on Instagram.

₹5.5 crore net in India. With this, the film has crossed the ₹500 mark in India collection, Sacnilk.com report shows the film has collected a total of ₹517.94 crore in India net. It also showed that the film saw an overall 12.18 percent occupancy in the Hindi language and 17.96 percent in the Telugu language.

MUMBAI : Gamezop, the global provider of plug-and-play content solutions for apps and websites, is set to expand its offerings into three new domains—news, astrology and cricket—to help digital publishers monetize and boost user engagement. Part of Advergame Technologies, which also earlier launched the quiz service Quizop, the company is now launching three new products—Newszop, Astrozop, and Criczop—and has already licensed content from content developers. Newszop will be a plug-and-play solution that can be integrated into apps and websites as a news centre.

NEW DELHI : In a testament to India’s continuing passion for cinematic experiences, as many as 1,648,508 movie enthusiasts watched at least six movies and more in 2023, with an average frequency of at least one visit to the cinemas every two months, according to BookMyShow’s year-end wrap Best of 2023 – Entertainment On A Spree that curates data from 1 January to 5 December 2023. Titles such as Jawan, Pathaan, Gadar 2: The Katha Continues, Jailer, Animal (Hindi), Leo, The Kerala Story, Adipurush (Hindi), Ponniyan Selvan: Part 2 (Tamil), Tiger 3, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, and OMG 2 emerged as crowd favourites.

box office, Timothée Chalamet's fantasy musical, "Wonka," has proven to be a crowd-pleaser, raking in an impressive $39 million during its opening weekend. Despite its $125 million budget, the family film's promising start bodes well, especially given the holiday season's tendency to foster enduring success rather than explosive openings. Notably, Warner Bros. can take heart in the film's «A-» CinemaScore and the favorable 83% «fresh» rating on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating both audience and critical approval. Industry expert David A. Gross of Franchise Entertainment Research remarked on the positive trajectory, stating, "‘Wonka’ has the right tone for the holidays, and momentum is very good." The film's resonance extends beyond domestic borders, as it has already amassed $43 million in the international box office, with an additional $53.6 million from 77 markets, bringing its global earnings to an impressive $150 million.

The Gilded Age, led by the talented Carrie Coon and featuring a stellar cast, promises to return for a third season, with its blend of drama stirred by both old and new adversaries. Whether it's the shrewd manipulation of high society by Coon's character Bertha or the delightful 'tact' served by Christine Baranski, fans eagerly await the continuation of this period drama.

Narendra Modi reached out to the attendees of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam here with his speech being translated for the audience in real-time using artificial intelligence. Addressing the event on Sunday, the prime minister said, «Those from Tamil Nadu, I request them to use your earphones (to listen to the speech) using AI technology for the first time.» Modi expressed hope that artificial intelligence would make it easier for him to reach out to the people. «This was my first experience.

₹15.00 cr net in India. With this, the film has crossed ₹500 mark in India collection, Sacnilk.com report shows the film has collected a total of ₹512.94 crore in India net. The report also showed that the film saw an overall 24.97 percent occupancy in Hindi language while 24.27 percent in Telugu language.

Sam Bahadur Box Office Collection Day 17: Vicky Kaushal's "Sam Bahadur," a biopic on the legendary Indian field marshal Sam Manekshaw, continues its fight for box office dominance on its 17th day. Despite facing stiff competition from Ranbir Kapoor's "Animal," "Sam Bahadur" has managed to hold its ground, showcasing steady growth and positive word-of-mouth. The film collected around ₹5.43 crore on day 17, indicating a significant jump in the interest of the audience.

NEW DELHI : Hollywood’s grip on the Indian audience, cultivated over the last few years, encountered a plot twist this year with box office collections estimated at just ₹1,300 crore from around 35 releases —a modest rise from the ₹1,276 crore earned in 2022, when 20 films were screened due to the covid-19 delays. Besides, in 2023, American films are expected to contribute about 13% to India’s total theatrical business, compared to an average of 20-22% during pre-pandemic times.

box office on its opening day of Friday. With previews’ $14.4 million, it went up to an estimated $39 million. It is better than the $35.3 million start that 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse collected in the same mid-December slot in 2018. 'Wonka' is a whimsical origin tale about the magical candyman Willy Wonka. Wonka was played by Gene Wilder in the classic movie 'Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory'. Harry Potter franchise producer David Heyman has tried on a genre that has struggled in recent times.

The Voice" Season 24 finale is here. The culmination of «The Voice» will unfold in a gripping two-part finale, featuring a live two-hour episode. This pivotal episode will witness the last five contestants narrowing down to a single winner. The ultimate victor, chosen through a combination of coach and audience voting, will be awarded a grand prize of $100,000 along with an exclusive record deal with Universal Music Group. In addition to the coveted rewards for the winner, this year's runner-up will also enjoy some impressive perks. The top two contestants will be treated to an all-expenses-paid trip to Universal Studios, enhancing the overall experience for both finalists and adding an extra layer of excitement to the highly anticipated conclusion of «The Voice».

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Narendra Modi Sunday launched the second edition of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam at the Namo Ghat in Varanasi and flagged off an express train (Kashi Tamil Sangamam Express) between the city of Kashi Vishwanath and Kanyakumari. While inaugurating the second edition of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam Prime Minister Modi said “Today, use of new technology has taken place here through Artificial Intelligence (AI). This is a new beginning and hopefully, it makes it easier for me to reach you." The prime minister was referring to the simultaneous Artificial Intelligence (AI) based Tamil translation of his speech done through Bhashini for those in the audience who understood Tamil.