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Martin Scorsese, the legendary American movie director, celebrates his 81st birthday today. Scorsese is widely regarded as one of the foremost film directors of all time with stellar movies like “Goodfellas,” “Cape Fear,” “Raging Bull” and many more.

Donald Glover, who will be next seen in «Mr. and Mrs.

Scott Pilgrim Takes Off," the latest venture in the franchise, has delivered a finale that crosses expectations. It weaves a time-twisting storyline that deviates significantly from its predecessors. This departure, supported by original comic author Bryan Lee O'Malley and co-writer BenDavid Grabinski, provides a reevaluation of characters viewers thought they knew.

Scott Pilgrim Takes Off" aligns with this narrative, showing Scott's pursuit of a relationship with Ramona. However, as the anime progresses, it becomes evident that the showrunners have taken creative liberties, injecting even more tantalizing, unconventional, and dynamic storylines for Scott and the other characters. In comparison to the 2010 film, "Scott Pilgrim Takes Off" genuinely expands the universe in ways never before explored on both the small and silver screens. In the inaugural battle of «Scott Pilgrim Takes Off,» Scott Pilgrim engages in a fierce confrontation but faces defeat. A notable deviation is that Patel and Gideon observe Scott and Ramona’s burgeoning romance from a concealed hideout. Subsequently, during Sex Bob-Omb's performance, Scott encounters complications when both Knives and Ramona attend the event, creating a challenging situation.

Dex Carvey, Dana Carvey's eldest son, passed away. The overdose that occurred on Wednesday night claimed the 32-year-old's life. As a budding comedian, Dex served as the opening act for his father's «Straight White Male» Netflix show in 2016. He also starred beside Dana in F.

Ennosuke Ichikawa was arrested in June after his mother and father — also an actor in the highly stylised form of traditional Japanese theatre — were found unconscious at his Tokyo home in May and later died. All three then reportedly decided on a suicide pact, with the parents taking sleeping pills with their son's assistance. Ichikawa was also found slumped in his home but recovered, while his 76-year-old father and 75-year-old mother died. Following Friday's court ruling, Ichikawa issued a statement saying he feels «indescribable guilt». «I thought I would leave deep scars on the tradition and culture of kabuki,» Ichikawa said of his initial reaction to the tabloid article.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed concerns over the misuse of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in generating ‘deepfakes’ and urged the need for responsible use of technology during the era of AI.

Karan Taurani, Senior VP, Elara Securities, says “50% of ad spends are going to come from digital because consumption on digital has seen an increase because the content are being offered free on mobile phones as compared to the earlier years wherein digital contribution to the overall ad spends was just about 25 to 30%. So digital revenues would move up more than 2x as compared to the earlier World Cup in 2019.” The overall number of advertisements on the OTT platforms are at record high in terms of viewership. What is your takeaway in terms of how the numbers have stacked up in this World Cup ? Before the tournament, we did come out with an estimate that the ad spends during the World Cup will be in the range of Rs 2,200-2,400 crore. That is where the numbers should stack up because India's performance has been superior in this tournament. They have won all the matches and they are also moving towards the final.

Tiger 3 Box Office collection Day 5: Salman Khan’s Tiger 3 has made a significant impact at the Box Office, showcasing impressive figures across different language sectors. The film has garnered a worldwide collection of ₹270.55 crore, with a substantial contribution from the Indian market. The Hindi version of Tiger 3 has led the charge with a robust collection, amassing ₹182.78 crore in India.

By Steve Gorman

NEW DELHI : Over the past few weeks, cinemas have been flooded with small-budget films that come with minimal marketing or audience anticipation, resulting in negligible box office returns. Titles such as Aankh Micholi, UT 69, Shastry Viruddh Shastry and Three of Us have made their way to theatres with audiences largely uninformed about their release.

World Champion stint with WWE, John Cena is embarking on a new venture—hosting his very own talk show, "What Drives You." This exciting project comes on the heels of his recent return to Friday Night SmackDown in September 2023, marking a significant move in Cena's career post-WWE.

SEAL Team season 7 marks the end of the line for Bravo Team, as officially announced by Deadline. Despite the disappointment, there's a silver lining—the writers have the opportunity to shape a fitting conclusion. While the season's writing commenced post the WGA strike, production is yet to kick off, allowing room for adjustments to satisfy the fan base. Previously, concerns loomed over season 6 potentially serving as the final chapter, prompting a swift social media campaign from fans. Originally conceptualized for a broadcast network, discussions about streamlining for the streamer stirred uncertainties. Paramount+, however, opted to renew the series for season 7. The initially planned standalone SEAL Team movie, revealed shortly after season 7's confirmation, has been scrapped. This decision was also confirmed in the Deadline report. The season 7 finale aims to tie up loose ends, functioning effectively as a series finale. With 10 episodes mirroring the count of season 6, season 7's production kicks off in early December. Its release on Paramount+ is slated for 2024, although an exact date remains unconfirmed. Considering season 6's filming in May and subsequent September release, there's a possibility of a spring debut for season 7.

Warner Bros. Pictures' 'Blue Beetle' is set to debut on the Max streaming platform on Friday, November 17. Directed by Ángel Manuel Soto, the film features Xolo Maridueña in the lead role of Jaime Reyes, a recent college graduate.

Netflix Original drama — Frybread Face and Me — will be released worldwide on November 24, 2023. Besides streaming on Netflix, the movie will also have a limited release in theaters on the same day which will be distributed by ARRAY. On March 11, 2023, Frybred Face and Me premiered at the South by Southwest Film Festival.

Percy Jackson, one of the highly anticipated series, is set to premiere on Disney+ this December 20. This time, viewers will not only be reunited with the son of Poseidon but also introduced to other captivating characters, including Annabeth Chase, the daughter of wisdom. Here's everything you need to know about the ‘brainchild’ born from the union of Athena, the goddess of wisdom and battle, and Harvard scholar Frederick Chase. Annabeth's story begins with an unconventional arrival at her mortal father's doorstep. Born from the thoughts of the goddess Athena, she was delivered in a golden cradle by Zephyros, the West Wind. Unprepared for parenthood, Frederick initially asked Athena to take Annabeth back to Olympus. Still, the goddess insisted that mortal parents should raise heroes, not their divine counterparts. Thus, Frederick embraced the responsibility, and Annabeth, also known as the «Brainchild,» adopted her father's last name.

Emma Stone, popularly known for her role in 'Poor Things,' is all set to receive the Desert Palm Achievement Award, Actress at this year’s Palm Springs International Film Fest. The film award will be held on January 4, 2024.

The Crown approaches, the spotlight turns to Prince Harry, who is expected to watch the series depicting his mother's final moments. Reports suggest that the Duke of Sussex plans to stream the season and fact-check the storyline as it unfolds. In a recent interview on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Prince Harry shared a lighthearted insight into his viewing habits, mentioning that he fact-checks the series with a pen and paper. Despite the fictional nature of the show, Prince Harry has shown a willingness to engage with its portrayal of royal life. While Prince Harry gears up to experience the dramatic representation of his mother's final weeks, his brother, Prince William, is reportedly unlikely to join him in watching the series. According to reports a friend of Prince Harry might preview The Crown to spare him unnecessary trauma, reflecting the personal and emotional toll that such depictions can take.

Warner Bros have said. \ The production, directed by Greta Gerwig, created 685 jobs, involved over 6,000 extras, supported 754 local businesses, and paid more than £40 million in local wages. Filming primarily took place at the Warner Bros.

₹166 crore) this year. Blockbusters like Pathaan, Oppenheimer, and Jawan have contributed to these figures, accompanied by an expanded screen count, despite a few local titles, including Ponniyin Selvan: 2, falling short of expectations. In 2022, the company had earned $18.8 million from the Indian box office.

Antoni Porowski shared his thoughts on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's budding romance, reported People. «I couldn't be happier,» the Queer Eye cast member told People at an Expedia Group's Unpack '24: The Trends in Travel Dinner.