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NEW DELHI : Contrary to the perception that big-budget films featuring mainstream stars and high on visual spectacle or slick action stunts are shining at the box office, especially post covid, recent Bollywood titles such as Tiger 3, Adipurush, and Ganpath have fizzled out, in some cases, failing to build on big openings. Theatre owners and trade experts say the word-of-mouth around films has become hugely critical and audiences are no longer stepping out for even big stars.

Hulu gears up to bid farewell to some fan favorites while welcoming a plethora of exciting titles for the holiday season. December promises a diverse lineup, featuring recent releases and timeless classics.

anime is set to hit screens in 2024. The coming year promises a diverse array of stories, characters, and adventures, from the intense academic setting of Classroom of the Elite to the supernatural battles in Blue Exorcist. Here's a sneak peek into some of the most awaited films and series that are going to launch in 2024:

Maan Meri Jaan by King and Saurabh Lokahnde with over 275 million streams this year. Other top streamed songs include Kahani Suno 2.0 by Kaifi Khalil, Kesariya (from Brahmastra) by Pritam, Arijit Singh and Amitabh Bhattacharya, Malang Sajna by Sachet Tandon, Parampara Tandon and Kumaar, Cheques by Shubh and Tatay Produciendo, Heeriye by Arijit Singh, Dulquer Salmaan, Jasleen Royal, Aditya Sharma and Sourav Roy, Chaleya (from Jawan) by Anirudh Ravichander, Arijit Singh, Kumaar and Shilpa Rao, Phir Aur Kya Chahiye (from Zara Hatke Zara Bachke) by Amitabh Bhattacharya, Arijit Singh and Sachin-Jigar, Agar Tum Saath Ho (from Tamasha) by Alka Yagnik, Arijit Singh, A.R.

Tina Knowles, the mother of renowned singer Beyoncé, stood up against allegations of her daughter lightening her skin. The controversy stirred after Beyoncé's appearance at the premiere of her film, «Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé,» where she donned a silver outfit complemented by platinum blonde hair.

12th Fail’ has crossed ₹50 crore mark at the box office collections, the makers of the film said on Wednesday. The movie ‘12th Fail’ is based on Anurag Pathak's bestselling novel about the journey of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma and IRS officer Shraddha Joshi. Starring Vikrant Massey and Medha Shankar, the film was released in theatres on October 27 in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada.

₹12.36 crore from 7,742 shows and over 4 lakh tickets sold. The Telugu version follows suit with a substantial gross of ₹15.57 crores from 993 shows and nearly 1 lakh tickets sold. Tamil and Kannada languages also displayed a promising start with grosses of ₹20.02 lakhs and ₹18.81 lakhs, respectively.

Michael Douglas said after receiving the Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award at the closing ceremony of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) here on Tuesday. The 10-day film gala concluded with 'Endless Borders' from Germany winning the coveted Golden Peacock Award for the best film, while Deepak Kumar Mishra-directed Prime Video show «Panchayat» season two bagged the best OTT series award, which was introduced for the first time. Goa chief minister Dr Pramod Sawant felicitated Douglas with the Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award at the ceremony.

London — Timothee Chalamet took lessons from a top vocal coach as he prepared to follow in the footsteps of Gene Wilder and Johnny Depp to play Willy Wonka in a new movie that tells the origin story of Roald Dahl's famed character. In 'Wonka', a musical film, the 'Dune' and 'Call Me by Your Name' actor plays a younger version of the chocolate-loving inventor. "(It was) daunting because the character's beloved, people are very protective over characters they love and sceptical about Hollywood remakes. But I think we did a great job.

Renaissance" album, Queen Bey has provided fans with a temporary fix in the form of a new film. Titled «Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé,» the movie is set to make its theatrical debut on Friday, with select theaters hosting late-night screenings the day before.

Mark Cuban, the billionaire businessman and Dallas Mavericks owner, has decided to leave the business-themed Shark Tank series at the end of season 16. While appearing on the Showtime podcast All The Smoke, Cuban Cuban discussed his experience on the entrepreneur series «Shark Tank» with hosts and former NBA players Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson and announced his plans. He said that this is the 15th year and next year it will be the 16th year, and is going to be his last year. Successful business people, or «sharks,» like Cuban, are featured on «Shark Tank,» where they listen to pitches from entrepreneurs looking to grow their companies and find investors.

Hawaii season 3 is set to premiere on Monday, February 12, 2023, at 10 p.m. ET, following the debut of NCIS season 21. Filming is scheduled to commence on Monday, December 4, beginning with a traditional Hawaiian blessing ceremony.

Netflix had secured the rights to adapt new movies and series based on "The Chronicles of Narnia", a renowned book series by C.S. Lewis published in the 1950s. The Chronicles of Narnia immerses readers in a captivating fantasy world, introducing them to the fictional realm of Narnia through a total of seven published books. Over the years, the series has undergone various adaptations, including a BBC series, a radio series, and the well-known Disney movies. The collaboration between Netflix and The C.S. Lewis Company was revealed in October 2018, sealing a «multi-year deal» that encompasses multiple film and series projects inspired by the Narnia books. Since then, anticipation has been building for the creative endeavors that will bring this beloved literary world to life on the streaming platform. Meanwhile, Netflix had a tough year in 2022. Big rivals such as Disney and Amazon Prime were circling, and viewers seemed to be rethinking their streaming habits amid rising prices in a turbulent global economy. Netflix lost subscribers, and its share value plummeted. Since then though, the company appears to have enjoyed a very swift reboot. According to its latest letter to shareholders, it added 8.8 million new subscribers in the third quarter of 2023, on top of the 5.9 million it gained in the three months before that. The total number of subscribers worldwide is now 247.2 million.

International Film Festival of India (IFFI) concluded in Goa on Tuesday. The closing ceremony witnessed “Endless Borders" winning the Best Film Award. Actor-director Rishab Shetty bagged the Special Jury Award for his film Kantara, veteran Hollywood actor and producer Michael Douglas was honoured with the Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award and Panchayat Season 2 makers picked up the Best Web Series Award.

Mortal Kombat 2 gears up for production. Fans of Liu Kang and Johnny Cage have reason to celebrate as the sequel to the modern Mortal Kombat film is officially in the works. The first film, known for its intense violence, explicit language, and jaw-dropping fatalities, secured its hard-R rating and set the stage for high expectations for the upcoming sequel. «Mortal Kombat 2» production started earlier in 2023. Producer Todd Garner has confirmed the development on June 22. James Wan, another key figure, shared a photo of the sequel's clapperboard as filming began, unveiling the official logo, as per reports. Although filming is yet to start, an official trailer for «Mortal Kombat 2» is not currently available as of November 2023. As of now, «Mortal Kombat 2» does not have an official release date. The first rebooted film hit theaters in 2021 after a challenging development process. With a clear vision and established narrative, the sequel is expected to have a more streamlined production, making a release in 2024 a plausible estimate.

Robert Eggers is gearing up to spook audiences next Christmas with his much-anticipated remake of the classic “Nosferatu.” Scheduled for release on December 25, 2024, the film is poised to arrive in theaters shortly after the premieres of Disney’s “Mufasa” and Paramount’s “Sonic the Hedgehog 3,” both slated for December 20. Eggers, the creative force behind this retelling of “Nosferatu,” has assembled a stellar ensemble cast, including Bill Skarsgård, Nicholas Hoult, Lily-Rose Depp, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Emma Corrin, Ralph Ineson, Simon McBurney, and Willem Dafoe. This interpretation, the second remake of F.

Netflix debuted the first episode of the Korean drama "My Demon" on November 24, attracting a substantial audience. As of November 27, two episodes have been made available for streaming. The series, following the romantic tale of chaebol heiress Do Do-hee and the powerless demon Jung Gu-won, explores their unlikely love story as their lives become intertwined.

In a tweet on October 2, 2023, Netflix UK announced the commencement of production for the upcoming third season. The series is entirely filmed in England, primarily in or around London, utilizing locations such as Twickenham Film Studios, Windsor, and Uxbridge. Season 3 is slated to consist of eight episodes, with the initial episode titled 'Love'.

Phoenix Theatres, known for banking on major releases during the holiday season, faces a unique challenge this year. Owner Cory Jacobson notes the absence of a standout film like past hits «Avatar: The Way of Water,» «Spider-Man: No Way Home,» or «Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.» The spotlight now shifts to «Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom,» the sequel to the 2018 megahit.

NCIS set to kick off its season 21 earlier than anticipated. The first episode of the season is scheduled to air on Monday, February 12, 2024, at 9 p.m. ET. Notably, this season will be without actor David McCallum, who played Dr. Donald «Ducky» Mallard and passed away in September 2023.