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The video was captured by the cockpit-controlled security cameras on the Swiss Air passenger jet. The couple, which reportedly snuck into plane's kitchen, were filmed by crew members engaging in sexual activity, sparking outrage and raising concerns about passenger privacy and conduct of the crew.

Unlike the original Lord of the Rings trilogy or the less-celebrated Hobbit films that followed, the new installment in the franchise features no magical rings or omnipotent Dark Lords. “This time, it’s about human drama and emotions—greed and power,” explained director Kenji Kamiyama during a recent press conference. Kamiyama, known for his work on animated adaptations of Star Wars and Blade Runner, emphasized the shift in focus. “The original trilogy had hobbits, elves, dwarves, and monsters,” he noted, but the upcoming story takes a different approach.

“Moana 2” remained at the top of the box office in its second weekend in theaters as it pulled in another record haul

Allu Arjun's «Pushpa 2: The Rule» crossed Rs 500 crore mark at the global box office, continuing its phenomenal blockbuster run in cinemas. Production banner Mythri Movie Makers, which has bankrolled the project, shared the movie's latest box office figures on social media, claiming that "Pushpa 2" has now become the fastest Indian film to hit the milestone. «The biggest Indian film is a wildfire at the box office and is shattering records #Pushpa2TheRule is now the fastest Indian film to collect a gross of 500 crores worldwide,» the studio posted on X on Saturday night. The Sukumar-directed movie is a sequel to 2021's Telugu blockbuster "Pushpa: The Rise".

Pushpa 2’ continues demolishing box-office records and setting new benchmarks. As per a report by the box-office tracking portal Sacnilk.com, Allu Arjun’s gangster drama is inching towards Rs 400 crore within just four days of its theatrical release. The film has raked in Rs 398 crore (and counting!) so far. If breaking records wasn’t impressive enough, Pushpa 2: The Rise has set yet another milestone, becoming the fastest Indian film to cross a worldwide gross of Rs 500 crore. Reports indicate that the film’s estimated box office collection on its third day alone stands at Rs 115 crore. The highest earnings came from the Hindi version, which brought in Rs 73.5 crore, followed by the Telugu version at Rs 31.5 crore, and the Tamil version at Rs 7.5 crore. On its second day, the movie raked in Rs 93.8 crore, showcasing its immense popularity.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Toto! I’ve a feeling we’re not in Kolkata anymore. In the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz, after a tornado picks them up and dumps them in Oz, Dorothy famously tells her little terrier Toto that she thinks they are no longer in the cornfields of Kansas.

Subhash Ghai, celebrated for iconic Hindi movies such as Ram Lakhan, Taal, and Saudagar, was admitted to Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai. According to a report in The Indian Express, the 79-year-old was hospitalized on Wednesday after experiencing symptoms of weakness, difficulty breathing, and dizziness. Ghai is currently under vigilant medical care, the report added. A team of specialists, including cardiologist Dr. Nitin Gokhale, neurologist Dr. Vijay Chaudhary, and pulmonologist Dr. Jalil Parkar, is overseeing his treatment. The report further stated that a source revealed the director is “showing signs of improvement” and is expected to be moved from the ICU to a general ward soon. “The filmmaker is doing perfectly fine and was admitted only for a routine check-up,” clarified his spokesperson, as quoted in the report.

Kraven the Hunter is an upcoming Marvel film distributed by Sony Pictures. The movie narrates the origin story of Sergei Kravinoff, also known as Kraven.

The president of Atlanta-based Tyler Perry Studios has died when the small plane he was piloting crashed on Florida’s Gulf Coast

The actor revealed in a recent interview on Andy Cohen Live that filming for the new season will commence in February 2025. This comes after the series quickly gained traction following its debut in September 2024, earning widespread acclaim before being swiftly renewed in October, as mentioned in the Digital Spy report.

As a Searchlight Pictures film, it is expected to land on either Hulu or Disney+, depending on your location. For subscribers who have the Disney+ and Hulu bundle, the film may be accessible on both platforms.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. A movie set belongs to a director. Hundreds of people come together to make a film, all of them trying to execute the director’s vision.

“Pushpa flower nahi… fire hai.” Truer words have never been spoken! ‘Pushpa 2’ has set the box-office on fire from the moment it hit the theatres. The much-anticipated Allu Arjun film has set several new benchmarks of box-office success. Here are some ways the Sukumar directorial has etched box-office history.

Sacnilk, the Sukumar directorial earned a staggering Rs 175 crore on day 1.

Telugu romantic drama Roti Kapada Romance is set to make its OTT debut on ETV Win on December 12, 2024, just two weeks after its theatrical release. Directed by debutant Vikram Reddy, the film features a promising ensemble cast, including Harsha Narra, Sandeep Saroj, Supraj Ranga, Tarun, and Sonu Thakur. Despite an initial theatrical run that lasted only three days due to tough competition from bigger films, the movie's quick turnaround to the digital platform signals a shift in its distribution strategy.

The Devil Wears Prada, actress Emily Blunt has sparked fresh hopes for her return. The actress, who played the sarcastic and somewhat irritable assistant Emily in the original film, recently hinted at the possibility of reprising her role in The Devil Wears Prada 2. While no official confirmation has been made, Blunt’s comments at the Red Sea International Film Festival has left fans speculating.

Keerthy Suresh, a popular name in South Indian cinema, is making her Bollywood debut with the film Baby John. Alongside this professional milestone, Keerthy recently made personal headlines by publicly revealing her relationship with her long-time boyfriend, Antony Thattil, a Dubai-based businessman. The couple has announced that they will marry on December 12th, with the wedding set to take place in Goa in a grand celebration. As news of her upcoming wedding spread, fans and celebrities alike flooded social media with their best wishes for the couple. Many followers took note of the date, pointing out that December 12th is also the birthday of Tamil cinema legend Rajinikanth, further adding significance to the occasion. This has further created a huge hype regarding her wedding.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The regional language film industry has been struggling to stay afloat, producing only a handful of hits such as Bohurupi (Bengali) and Baipan Bhari Deva (Marathi) even during the prolonged absence of Bollywood blockbusters. Experts said audiences in these markets, like Hindi movie viewers, have also become selective and few films have been able to meet their expectations.

Pushpa 2' has performed phenomenally well on its opening day. As per a report by the box-office tracking portalSacnilk.com, the gangster drama has crossed Rs 16 crore (and counting!) so far across all languages.