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Pierce Brosnan, who pleaded guilty to stepping off a trail in a thermal area during a November visit to Yellowstone National Park, was caught after posting pictures online, court records said. Brosnan, who called in to the court hearing in Mammoth, Wyoming, on Thursday, was fined USD 500 and ordered to make a USD 1,000 donation by April 1 to Yellowstone Forever, a nonprofit organization that supports the park, court records said. Prosecutors had recommended a USD 5,000 fine and a two-year probationary sentence. A second petty offense, for violating closures and use limits, was dismissed by US Magistrate Judge Stephanie Hambrick. The actor issued an apology on his Instagram account Thursday, saying he «made an impulsive mistake» and calling himself an environmentalist with «the utmost respect for and love of our natural world.»

Bollywood diva will soon be adapted for the big screen! Taking to its social media handle on Friday, Sony Pictures International Productions and Brewing Thoughts Pvt. Ltd announced that the film has gone on floors. The biopic will be co-produced by Madhubala’s sisters Madhur Brij Bhushan and Arvind Kumar Malviya through the banner Madhubala Ventures. Taking to Instagram, Sony Pictures International wrote, “We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming film honoring the legendary Madhubala, the epitome of grace and talent. Get ready to delve into the timeless charm and captivating story of one of Bollywood’s most iconic stars. Stay tuned for updates! #MadhubalaFilm #BollywoodLegend #ComingSoon..” This announcement comes months after there was a buzz that renowned fashion designer Manish Malhotra would be making his directorial debut that will also star ‘Mimi’ star Kriti Sanon as the lead. However, in an interview with the Pinkvilla, Bhushan put the rumours to rest. “The idea is to not hurt anyone’s sentiments (through the said biopic) but we will showcase several unknown facets of Madhu Apa’s life that aren’t out in public. The film shall also put a number of misnomers/inaccuracies about her life to rest. Makers of Apa’s biopic backed by me will have all the creative freedom to put out her life in a truthful and honest manner,” she told the entertainment portal.

Madame Web" makes its digital debut today. Starring Dakota Johnson as Cassandra «Cassie» Webb, the film offers a fresh take on Marvel's enigmatic heroine, delving into her origin story and psychic abilities that thrust her into the role of an unexpected hero.

AFP. O was indicted in 2022 without detention on charges of sexually assaulting a woman, who has not been identified, on two occasions. As he was leaving the court, O told reporters he planned to appeal against the decision.

Yodha movie review: Bollywood movie Yodha, directed by Sagar Ambre and Pushkar Ojha, stars Sidharth Malhotra, Raashii Khanna, Disha Patani, Ronit Roy and Tanuj Virwani in lead roles. The movie is produced by Amazon MGM Studios, Dharma Productions and Mentor Disciple Entertainment. The movie was released on March 15, and the first reviews are out.

Adam Sandler's repertoire boasts a collection of memorable projects, among them the 2000 comedy film "Little Nicky." In this film, Sandler portrays Nicky, the youngest son of Satan, who embarks on a journey to Earth to retrieve his mischievous brothers and prevent calamity. With its unique premise and Sandler's comedic touch, «Little Nicky» garnered a dedicated fan base, sparking discussions about a potential sequel.

Pankaj Tripathi says it was refreshing to play a detective in Homi Adajania's "Murder Mubarak", a film that will keep the audiences on their toes. The movie, which starts streaming on Netflix from Friday, revolves around a police officer trying to solve a murder case in a posh Delhi club. Tripathi plays cop Bhavani Singh, who is hot on the heels of the killer. «It was refreshing to play a cop in an interesting and engaging film. It will be a fun watch for the audience. The viewer will not stress over who has done the murder because this world and its characters are very quirky. It's Homi Adajania's world,» the National Award winner told PTI.

Queen Camilla, who was immortalised as one of the iconic dolls. «You've taken about 50 years off (me)… we should all have a Barbie,» the queen joked as she was presented with the doll modelled closely on her own image. Camilla, 76, whose cancer-stricken husband King Charles III has currently stepped back from royal duties, was presented with the gift in recognition of her work as president of the Women of the World (WOW) Foundation.

OTT addicts, good news! A bunch of interesting new content will be released this week! Before you plan your weekend watchlist, here are a few of the new films and web series that are premiering on OTT platforms on March 14! Whether you are craving some (on-screen) romance or in the mood for some horror or edge-of-the-seat thrillers, don’t miss this opportunity!

Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt's upcoming film "The Fall Guy" has found its place in prestigious Guinness world record. The entry is due to the world record for «most cannon rolls in a car», as per a report. On X platform, Rotten Tomatoes shared an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse into «The Fall Guy's» Guinness World Record achievement for the most cannon rolls in a car. This exciting revelation offers fans a unique perspective on the meticulous planning and daring execution required to pull off such a breathtaking stunt.

Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 4, the canceled sequel that left many disappointed back in 2010. With Tobey Maguire poised to reprise his role as the iconic Webslinger, rumors of the movie's resurrection have resurfaced, sparking both excitement and skepticism among enthusiasts.

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₹200 crore net amount in India against an approximate budget of ₹40 crore, the superhero film HanuMan is all set to make its OTT debut in the coming days. Released in theatres on January 12 this year, the movie not only received love from the audience but also gained applause from critics. With its engaging storytelling and mind-boggling visual effects, the mythology fiction is all set for its OTT launch on March 16.

Lok Sabha polls. Kalyan is a known Telugu actor and heads the JSP. After suffering a crushing defeat in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the TDP, which was part of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance until 2018, expressed interest in reviving the alliance.

Solo Leveling, Jujutsu Kaisen, Mashle: Magic and Muscles, One Piece, and The Daily Life of the Immortal King have found traction in India. Crunchyroll, LLC is an independent joint venture between Sony Pictures Entertainment in the US and Aniplex in Japan, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corp. Crunchyroll opened its second office in India in Hyderabad earlier this month.

A movie based on Ethereum NFT collection Reactor Motors is in the works. Pierre Morel, renowned for directing action hits such as “Taken” and “Transporter 2,” will direct the inaugural feature film derived from an NFT collection.

Salman Khan, a prominent Bollywood actor, recently commended Kiran Rao's latest film, 'Laapataa Ladies,' on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), expressing his admiration for her work as a director. However, in his enthusiasm, Khan made a slight error by referring to the film as Rao's directorial debut. The actor wrote, «Just saw Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies. Wah wah Kiran. I really enjoyed it n so did my father. Congrats on your debut as a director, superb job. Kab kaam karogi mere saath?»

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" is all set to hit theatres this month. Ahead of the much-awaited release date, makers have unveiled stunning dolby first look. With this, tickets of «Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire» have gone for sale. Fans can buy tickets.

Timur Bekmambetov's upcoming sci-fi action-thriller, "Mercy," starring Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson, is set to premiere in theaters nationwide on August 15, 2025. The film, written by Marco van Belle, follows Pratt's character, a detective in a future society as he fights to prove his innocence amid rising crime rates, a report by The Hollywood Reporter said. Release Date

Taylor Swift has revealed the name of the first acoustic performance of hers from the Eras Tour concert movie that will premiere on Disney Plus app this Thursday. This movie will be the Taylor's version of the Eras tour concert and may feature four of her selected acoustic performances.

Amitabh Bachchan has finally met his doppelganger! The ‘living legend’ was seen greeting his Siamese twin in a video that has since gone viral. In the clip, the ‘Kabhie Khushi Kabhie Gham’ star is seen offering blessings to the men, who is shown to be touching his feet. The lookalike, who is named Shashikant Pedwal shared the clip on his Instagram handle and wrote, “With the blessings of Gurudev and all of you, I have reached 2 million followers today (sic).” The video quickly gained traction on the image and video sharing website, gaining more than 300K likes. On the work front, Bachchan Sr. was last seen in Tiger Shroff-starrer ‘Ganpath’. He will next be seen in the Nag Ashwin directorial 'Kalki 2898 AD'. This will also star Telugu superstar Prabhas and Deepika Padukone in lead roles.