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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, have stepped into the realm of film production, reportedly purchasing the screen rights for a well-received romantic novel. According to the UK's The Sun newspaper, Harry and Meghan are set to produce a film adaptation of a book written by a Canadian author. The story shares noticeable similarities with their own experiences.

Jailer,' starring Rajinikanth, is all set for a grand release on August 10th, with expectations of a strong debut at the box office across India. Rajinikanth is making a triumphant return to the big screen, after a hiatus of nearly 2 years. And for those fervent Rajinikanth fanbase, there is good news.

drunk man reportedly attacked and killed an 85-year-old woman in Rajasthan's Udaipur district, as informed by the police on Sunday. A video of the incident, which occurred in Tarpal village within the Saira police station area on Saturday, was circulated on social media platforms. The video shows the alleged perpetrator, Pratap Singh (70), assaulting the woman using an umbrella and his legs near the Mahadev temple.

Ileana D'Cruz has welcomed her first child, a baby boy, and has named the newborn Koi Phoenix Dolan. Ileana, known for films such as 'Barfi!', 'Rustom' and 'Main Tera Hero', shared the news in a post on Instagram alongside a picture of her baby, born on August 1.

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani has been making waves at the box office in its first nine days since release. The movie, featuring an ensemble cast with Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Dharmendra, Shabana Azmi and Jaya Bachchan, has garnered substantial attention from audiences and critics alike. Even on weekdays, the film's popularity showed no signs of slowing down.

OTT platforms. Fans and viewers can anticipate a mix of highly-anticipated movies such as OMG 2, Gadar 2, Jailer, Heart of Stone, and Dream Girl 2, along with several others. This month promises to be an engaging time for movie enthusiasts, with a total of 10 films releasing across various platforms.

Woodside Energy has lodged an official complaint with the ABC after a TV crew from the broadcaster’s flagship investigative show Four Corners was present at a dawn protest by climate change activists at the home of chief executive Meg O’Neill.

U.S. atomic bombing on Hiroshima, where its mayor urged the abolition of nuclear weapons and called the Group of Seven leaders' notion of nuclear deterrence a «folly». The day to commemorate the victims of the world's first nuclear attack comes as Russia has raised the spectre of using nuclear weapons in its war with Ukraine.

G7 summit in the city, his hometown. During the summit, G7 leaders expressed their commitment to achieving disarmament but also maintained that nuclear weapons should serve as a deterrent against aggression and war as long as they exist. On the commemorative day, a peace bell rang at 8:15 a.m., the exact time the bomb was dropped, as around 50,000 participants gathered for an outdoor memorial ceremony, including aging survivors of the atomic attack.

box office is seeing strong competition as 'Barbie' crosses the $1 billion mark globally, while 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,' 'Meg 2,' and 'Oppenheimer' contend closely. Greta Gerwig's 'Barbie' is set to earn around $54 million in its third weekend, reaching $460.4 million in North America and surpassing $1 billion worldwide. This achievement, anticipated within the next day, makes it the first solo-directed live-action film by a woman to join the billion-dollar club. The movie also holds the title of the highest-grossing live-action film domestically for a female director, surpassing 'Wonder Woman' and 'Captain Marvel.' Maintaining its top spot for the weekend, 'Barbie' faces competition for second place. Early estimates suggest 'Oppenheimer,' 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem,' and 'Meg 2: The Trench' are closely contending, each projected to earn around $29 million, according to rival studios. Paramount predicts a slightly higher $30 million for the 'TMNT' reboot, which gained $9.3 million on Friday. With positive reviews and an A CinemaScore, the family-friendly film, written by Seth Rogen, could reach a five-day total of approximately $45 million.Warner Bros.' 'Meg 2,' released on Friday, follows up on the 2018 hit 'The Meg,' opening with $12 million on Friday, including $3.2 million from Thursday previews. The sequel, with a B- CinemaScore, is maintaining the horror theme. Meanwhile, Christopher Nolan's 'Oppenheimer' continues its strong performance, surpassing $500 million worldwide and projected to reach $551 million by Sunday. Focusing on the creation of the atomic bomb, the film becomes the highest-grossing World War II picture, outpacing 'Dunkirk' and 'Saving Private Ryan.'

Oppenheimer lead actor Cillian Murphy is the most talked about male movie star of 2023, thanks to his enigmatic portrayal of scientist J Robert Oppenheimer. The Christopher Nolan directorial has garnered millions at the box office worldwide, coming second only to Greta Gerwig’s Barbie movie. Like any blockbuster movie, fans are expecting some deleted scenes and behind-the-scenes footage of Oppenheimer that has never been seen before. Blu-Ray and DVD collectors would also want some exclusive featurettes and deleted edits. However, Cillian Murphy has come clean, revealing that there are absolutely no deleted scenes in Oppenheimer. In an interview with Collider, Cillian Murphy said that the team of Oppenheimer may not be releasing any deleted scenes, because there aren’t any. The actor explained that Christopher Nolan usually has a firm script and knows exactly how his films are to be presented. Hence, there is no unused footage for his films. «There’s no deleted scenes in Chris Nolan movies,” said Cillian Murphy. „That’s why there are no DVD extras on his movies because the script is the movie.“ Cillian Murphy went on to reveal that Oppenheimer was planned and executed to the T, and nothing was edited. The Peaky Blinders star had only six months to prepare for the titular role, but every detail had been chalked out before the filming of Oppenheimer. Oppenheimer was shot on IMAX and provides a beautiful cinematic experience. Except maybe in The Dark Knight trilogy, Christopher Nolan's movies do not have unused films. However, some footage may be there in behind-the-scenes videos.

James Wan recently posted a note on his Instagram account, informing his followers about his hospitalization and subsequent recovery. The 46-year-old director, known for his work on blockbuster movies like «Aquaman» and horror classics such as «The Conjuring,» shared the news in a heartfelt message on his Instagram Stories. The note revealed that James Wan was rushed to the emergency room for an undisclosed health issue, leading to a couple of frightening and challenging days and nights for the filmmaker. The specific details of his medical condition were not disclosed in the post, which included a photo of Wan lying in a hospital bed with an IV in his right arm.

Netflix's hit show "Wednesday" is set to make a return for a second season after its remarkable success. Here's a rundown of what we know about the upcoming season, from production updates to cast details. «Wednesday» became a major hit on Netflix, and its second season was highly anticipated. The first eight episodes were globally released on November 23, 2022. It quickly became one of the most-watched shows on Netflix and received 12 Emmy nominations, with notable mentions for best comedy series, lead actor Jenna Ortega, and director Tim Burton.

Dharmendra was one of the most desirable men in our cinema, but the personality revealed in these short videos was that of a son of the soil (in the most authentic sense of that cliched term) returning to his roots after decades in the glamour world. And still very much an entertainer.

Five Nights at Freddy’s movie is edging closer to its cinematic debut, and fresh reports suggest a runtime of around three hours. Blumhouse's real-world take on the popular video game is set to hit screens on October 27, just under three months away.

Greta Gerwig's 'Barbie' movie is dominating the box office, edging closer to the impressive $1 billion milestone. As the film's success continues to soar, Ryan Gosling, who portrayed Ken in the movie, orchestrated a delightful surprise for the director's 40th birthday, showcasing his gratitude and admiration for her. In a heartwarming display of appreciation, Ryan Gosling sent a full-fledged pink Barbie-themed flash mob to celebrate Greta Gerwig's milestone birthday and the overwhelming triumph of 'Barbie' at the box office. The official TikTok account for the movie shared a video of the heartwarming surprise, capturing Gerwig's genuine shock and elation as she witnessed the dancers in action. The caption read, «As Kens know… Sometimes the only way to express your feelings is through song & dance! Ken Ryan sent these special Barbies and Kens to start Greta’s birthday with all the feelings.» Gosling's casting as Ken initially faced criticism due to his age, being in his 40s, but the talented actor proved his critics wrong with a captivating performance that earned widespread acclaim. Many praised Gosling's portrayal of Ken as one of the film's standout moments.

best friends in our parents. Don't believe us? As these Bollywood stars. Well-known celebrity couples like Shah Rukh and Gauri Khan, Kajol and Ajay Devgn, and Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna share a special bond with their children. From planning get-togethers to hanging out, the equation between these parent-children combos is beautiful. Have a look:

Barbie Box office Day 15: Barbie and Oppenheimer are still running in Indian theaters. Both the film saw a craze among the audience. Now, on the 15th day of its release, Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling starrer film struggled at the Indian Box office as the film minted about ₹70 lakh on 4 August.

Nitin Desai, known to have created epic sets for acclaimed Bollywood films and TV shows such as 'Lagaan', 'Devdas', 'Jodhaa Akbar' and 'Kaun Banega Crorepati', was cremated with police honours on Friday evening at ND Film Studio in Karjat. ETimes reported that the cremation arrangements included a police gun salute in the presence of Raigad Superintendent of Police, Somnath Gharge. The last rites were attended by prominent politicians like Vinod Tawde and Kirit Somaiya, along with several film personalities like Aamir Khan, Ashutosh Gowarikar, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and more.

₹4.23 lakh, a report by Navbharat Times has stated. The total number of flats being offered are only 462. The 2 BHK Prime BHS flats is situated in Sector 22D along the renowned Yamuna Expressway.

Mrunal Thakur is set to receive the Diversity in Cinema Award at the upcoming Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM), the organisers announced Friday. The «Sita Ramam» star will be honoured with the award in recognition of «her outstanding performances across diverse roles and languages in the world of Indian cinema», according to a press release.