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(Reuters) -AMC Entertainment CEO Adam Aron said on Sunday the company filed a revised petition for a stock conversion plan to address the Delaware court's concerns over other shareholders.

Barbenheimer' craze is taking over India. With 'Oppenheimer' and 'Barbie' hitting the screen nationwide last week on July 21 (Friday), the clash of the titans at the box-office has been an epic one.

Punit Balan Group, with interests in real estate, entertainment, and sports, is planning to buy franchises in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) and Caribbean Premier League (CPL), according to sources close to the development. «The group is in the advanced stages of negotiations to buy a team in PKL. It is also eyeing a franchise in the CPL,» one of the sources said.

Reliance Jio may launch a new laptop this month. According to tipster Abhishek Yadav, a teaser of the upcoming JioBook laptop has appeared on e-commerce site Amazon revealing its launch date. Teased with the tagline ‘Your ultimate learning partner’, the all-new JioBook laptop will debut on July 31.

Adelaide casino owner SkyCity Entertainment is at loggerheads with investment giant Macquarie over how many millions of dollars it must pay to buy back its fire-damaged carpark.

Massive Entertainment has been at the helm of Ubisoft's ambitious open-world Star Wars project, known as "Star Wars Outlaws," which was officially revealed during the Xbox Summer Games Fest 2023. Initially codenamed «Project Helix,» the game has undergone playtesting and is set in the beloved Star Wars universe.

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Vladimir Putin said Ukraine's counteroffensive «has failed» as he hosted Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko, his close ally, for talks in St Petersburg on Sunday. «There is no counteroffensive,» Russian news agencies quoted Lukashenko as saying.Putin replied: «It exists, but it has failed.» Ukraine began its long-anticipated counter-offensive last month but has so far made only small gains against well entrenched Russian forces who control more than a sixth of its territory after nearly 17 months of war.

Suriya, has etched a remarkable legacy in the hearts of film enthusiasts with his exceptional acting prowess and magnetic personality. Celebrating his 48th birthday today, the actor and producer continues to charm audiences with his stellar performances and remains a much-loved figure in the entertainment industry.

Toho Co., the renowned Japanese studio, is working on "Godzilla Minus One", which is the latest addition to its «Godzilla» film series. Set to premiere in Japanese theaters on November 4, followed by a U.S. release on December 1, the movie promises to deliver an epic experience.

Guild of America (WGA) continues its strike, the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) has also raised its voice in a fight to protect the future of creative professions against the rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in Hollywood. The use of AI technology, which can replicate human faces, voices, and even create images and text, poses an existential threat to actors, writers, and other creatives, leading to demands for strict AI regulations. Fran Drescher, president of SAG-AFTRA, emphasized the urgent need for safeguards in a news conference. She warned that AI presents an imminent danger of replacing human talent and identity, and all actors deserve protection against the exploitation of their skills without consent and fair compensation. The entertainment industry's concerns extend to writers, who have been on strike for over two months, calling for explicit AI regulations to safeguard their works.

Netflix frequently updates its platform, adding and removing documentaries, TV shows, movies, and games. This ensures viewer engagement across the globe and fulfills legal obligations. Let's explore the new anime titles arriving in August 2023.

Challengers,' starring Zendaya, to 2024. The film was initially set to premiere at the Venice Film Festival with a theatrical release on September 15, 2023. However, it will now hit theaters on April 26, 2024, and will also forgo its opening night feature at the Venice Film Festival, which is scheduled from August 30 to September 9.

₹285 to ₹300 per equity share for the proposed initial public offer. The anchor investors' auction will begin on Tuesday, July 25. Yatharth Hospital IPO consists of a fresh issuance of shares for ₹490 crore and an offer by the promoters Vimla, Prem Narayan, and Neena Tyagi to sell 65.51 lakh equity shares.

consistent rise in promoter holding can tell you many things. After all, promoters are the ultimate insiders, the flag bearers of the company who decide everything. They know the true picture of the existing business, they're well aware of the corporate governance practices, and they understand the business prospects and headwinds.

Air India will lease three Boeing 777-300 ER from Singapore Airlines as it expands its fleet modernisation strategy. These aircraft are in addition to the 11 777 leased aircraft and will be used to phase out the older 777-200 aircraft which were inducted in 2009. These aircraft have older cabins and often have been subject of passenger ire due to crumbling seats, broken lavatories and dysfunctional seat-back entertainment screens.

«Barbie» showcases the iconic Mattel doll's pink-themed universe, while «Oppenheimer» delves into the story of the architect behind the atomic bomb. Despite their distinct themes, the two films have become intertwined in a conjoined hype cycle, resulting in a surge in ticket sales. AMC Entertainment reported that over 40,000 people purchased tickets for a double feature of both films, amounting to five hours of movie viewing. Although the films are expected to perform well, «Barbie» is projected to outshine «Oppenheimer» at the box office. Analysts predict that «Barbie» has the potential to rake in an impressive $158 million in the United States and Canada through the opening weekend. On the other hand, «Oppenheimer» is estimated to bring in approximately half of that amount, around $50 million in domestic sales. Warner Bros., the studio behind «Barbie,» cautiously tempered expectations, suggesting a more conservative estimate of around $75 million.

Netflix's original miniseries have received widespread acclaim, captivating both audiences and critics.

NFL owners have unanimously approved the sale of the Washington Commanders from Dan Snyder to a group led by Josh Harris

American Express saw its profit and revenue climb in the second quarter, but the credit card issuer and global payments company’s stock slipped before the market open as it set aside more money for possible defaults on payments

Latitude Festival starts this weekend (July 20-23) in picturesque Henham Park, Suffolk. Headliners include Pulp, Paolo Nutini and George Ezra, with a special appearance by Siouxsie Sioux. It's a diverse and thrilling musical experience and last-minute tickets are available on Latitude's website. It boasts an extraordinary line-up of iconic acts like Pulp, Paolo Nutini and George Ezra as headliners, offering an eclectic blend of music and comedy entertainment.