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Anya Taylor-Joy in a pivotal role. While Timothée Chalamet's portrayal of Paul Atreides remains central to the narrative, Taylor-Joy's character promises to add depth and intrigue to the epic saga.

Warner Bros.' new sci-fi film «Dune: Part Two» shot to the top of the North American box office this weekend, taking in an estimated $81.5 million, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported Sunday. «This is an outstanding opening» for a sci-fi sequel, said analyst David A. Gross, adding that a sprawling international cast including Anya Taylor-Joy, Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, Rebecca Ferguson, Jason Momoa, Josh Brolin, Lea Seydoux and Javier Bardem had provided an added boost. Denis Villeneuve's epic sequel to the original «Dune» — based on Frank Herbert's 1965 novel about war and survival on the deeply inhospitable desert planet of Arrakis — saw the young year's largest opening, roughly doubling the original film's opening. «Dune: Part Two» has taken in an additional $97 million abroad.

Joshua Jackson has joined the latest version of 'Karate Kids', reports 'comingsoon.com'. This martial arts-based film will also feature Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan. Ben Wang will portray the protagonist. The film will be set on the East Coast and focus on a teenager in China.

Imaginary' marks the return of filmmaker Jeff Wadlow, who was responsible for the 'Kick-Ass 2' sequel. His last feature film was the Netflix Original, 'The Curse of Bridge Hollow', a supernatural comedy-horror. When Blumhouse released 'Truth or Dare' in 2018, it collected $95.3 million at the box office from a production budget of $3.5 million, but it did not get good reviews. It is natural to raise many eyebrows when the same director is getting ready to release his other horror movie, 'Imaginary'

NEW DELHI : Gadar 2, the Sunny Deol-starring action movie that released in theatres in August, went on to become the eighth highest-grossing Hindi film of all time, fetching its producer and distributor Zee Studios a neat pocket. If you want to watch the movie now, it’s available on Zee5, Zee Entertainment Enterprises’ video-streaming, or over-the-top, platform. But only the original Hindi version.

₹2 crore investment from renowned Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn. Known for blockbusters like Singham franchisees, Devgn has bought 1 lakh equity shares of the smallcap company by participating in its preferential issue of shares. Panorama Studios International had recently launched a preferential issue of 10 lakh equity shares and 15.41 lakh warrants to the promoters and non-promoters.

Laapataa Ladies consistently grew over the weekend. After having earned ₹75 lakh on its release day, it managed to earn ₹1.60 crore on Saturday. Riding on great reviews from critics and viewers alike, Kiran Rao’s latest directorial earned ₹1.8 crore on Sunday.

NEW DELHI : New Delhi: Amid shifting dynamics in the film industry post-covid, content-driven movies, lacking big budgets or star power, are strategically leveraging international film festivals to bolster their marketing initiatives for theatrical releases in India. In recent weeks, Zee Studios’ Joram, Karan Johar’s Kill, and Aamir Khan-backed Laapata Ladies, among others, have announced theatrical releases after touring the international film festival circuit.

Every time farmers agitate in Delhi to cut a deal with the government, I wait for a slew of comments that say the “real issue" is that “farming is unremunerative." This is said by those who have compassion for farmers and also those who dismiss their demands. What they mean, in modern parlance, is that farming has a bad revenue model. If the world’s most popular consumer behaviour, eating, cannot make food production “remunerative," it makes me wonder what exactly is lucrative.

Kriti Sanon, who is set to make her production debut with "Do Patti", on Thursday said backing the Netflix film was a «creatively satisfying» experience. The upcoming movie, starring Sanon and Kajol, is directed by Shashanka Chaturvedi and is written by Kanika Dhillon. Dhillon also serves as a producer on the project. At the 'Next on Netflix' event, Sanon said post her critically-acclaimed film «Mimi», she was keen to explore films that would challenge her. She won the best actress National Film Award for her portrayal of a surrogate mother in the 2021 movie. «There comes a time in the life of an actor when you think 'What next?' I always wanted to be part of films and tell stories in ways other than being an actor on set. I wanted to do this for a film for which I'm madly passionate about in terms of its story, and 'Do Patti' was that story.

Mean Girls musical remake, known for its edgy humor and satirical take on high school life, faced criticism for a controversial joke directed at Lindsay Lohan, the original star of the iconic franchise. The joke, perceived as hurtful, has been strategically excised from the digital release, showcasing the evolving dynamics of content alteration in the digital era, as per a report by Movieweb.

Sex and the City', all six seasons of the beloved HBO series are set to premiere on Netflix come April 1, 2024. The eagerly awaited arrival promises a trip down memory lane, capturing the essence of New York City through the eyes of the fearless foursome—Carrie Bradshaw, Miranda Hobbes, Charlotte York, and Samantha Jones.

John Cena takes a comical detour in Amazon MGM Studios' uproarious comedy, Ricky Stanicky. Departing from espionage, Cena dives into the world of a washed-up actor alongside Zac Efron, promising audiences a laughter-filled escapade. Let's unravel everything there is to know about this riotous film, from its release date to the star-studded cast.

BJP candidate list Lok Sabha 2024 LIVE In a post on X, Pawan Singh wrote, “I express my heartfelt gratitude to the top leadership of Bharatiya Janata Party. The party trusted me and declared me as the candidate from Asansol but due to some reason I will not be able to contest the elections from Asansol." In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, singer Babul Supriyo clinched victory in this seat on a BJP ticket by defeating TMC's Moon Moon Sen. However, two years later, Supriyo resigned from the seat and joined the TMC.

Laapataa Ladies Box Office Collection Day 2: Laapataa Ladies managed to earn ₹75 lakh. It managed to better its number on Saturday and earned ₹1.60 crore, thanks to great word-of-mouth publicity. The total net domestic collection stands at ₹2.35 crore.

Landman offers a fresh narrative, delving into the Texas oil industry. Here's a comprehensive look at the show's release date, cast, plot and more.

Netflix is set to add a late Christmas gift to its lineup with the arrival of the R-rated horror comedy "There's Something in the Barn" in March 2024. The movie, originally a Norwegian film, will make its streaming debut on Netflix in the United States, a report by What’s on Netflix said.

Spaceman," directed by Johan Renck and starring Adam Sandler, Carey Mulligan, and Paul Dano as the voice of the extraterrestrial spider Hanuš, has left audiences both intrigued and puzzled. Released on March 1, 2024, the film explores themes of solitude, existential crisis, and companionship against the backdrop of an otherworldly mission.

House of Ninjas, also known as Shinobi no Ie: House of Ninjas, is a gripping Japanese original series blending family drama with spy thriller elements. Directed by Dave Boyle, the series follows the Tawara family, the last remnants of a ninja clan forced to confront their past amidst a national crisis.

Alien: Romulus brings back the terrifying Xenomorph in a new sci-fi thriller. Here's all you need to know about the film's release date, cast, and plot details.

Johan Renck, ventures into the depths of existentialism with an intentionally ambiguous timeline. Despite Renck's acclaimed filmography, Spaceman has sparked mixed reviews, holding a Rotten Tomatoes score of 51% as of its streaming release on March 1, 2024. The film stars Adam Sandler in a dramatic role, adding another layer to his versatile career alongside notable performances in Uncut Gems, Punch-Drunk Love, and Hustle. Carey Mulligan joins Sandler, portraying Lenka, Jakub's wife, in this cosmic tale of isolation and introspection.