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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Actor Nayanthara’s public dispute with actor-producer Dhanush may stem from the denial to use a three-second behind-the-scenes clip from her film for a documentary. Yet, according to copyright law experts, producers are well within their rights to protect their content and it’s up to actors to draw up contracts that legally allow them to use footage in such cases.

Richard Gadd and Jamie Bell will headline the new drama series Half Man. The series, co-produced by HBO and BBC, examines themes of family, identity and change over decades.

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Moana Live-Action movie featuring Dwayne Johnson will be released at theatres. Johnson acted as Maui. John Tui will play the role of Chief Tui, Frankie Adams will play Sina, and Rena Owen plays the pivotal role of Gramma Tala, as per a report The Direct. While, Moana Live-Action movie's production has been concluded in November, the film's post-production will take around 1.5 years, The Direct reported.

Gina Loudon, who is an eminent MAGA media personality, pretty recently, criticized the film adaptation of ‘Wicked’ while claiming it was ‘offensive’ and ‘racist’ towards white people, reported Daily Beast. According to Daily Beast, during her show on Real America’s Voice, she mistakenly identified pop star Ariana Grande as ‘obviously’ Hispanic in spite of Ariana Grande being Italian-American. Gina Loudon expressed her disappointment with the film's portrayal of characters while particularly criticizing the casting of Ariana Grande as Glinda, whom she described as a ‘ditzy, blonde and white villain’. She also placed an argument that this representation perpetuates negative stereotypes about white people. Daily Beast asserted that in spite of the film's success at the box office which grossed near about $165 million in its opening weekend, Gina Loudon dismissed it as a product of ‘Holly-weird’ and part of a broader ‘woke’ agenda.

Based on William S. Burroughs’ long-unpublished novel, the movie transports viewers to 1950s Mexico City, where Craig portrays William Lee, an American expat grappling with loneliness in a small community. As his life slowly unravels, the arrival of a young man, Eugene Allerton, played by Drew Starkey, sparks a complicated and intense romance, one that becomes dangerously consuming.

Now, with Moana 2 set to release, fans eagerly await the continuation of Moana’s adventures. Directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller, the sequel promises to expand the oceanic world that captivated millions, as mentioned in a report by Collider.

Dhanush’s production company, Wunderbar Films, has initiated a civil suit in the Madras High Court against Nayanthara, her husband-director Vignesh Shivan, and their company Rowdy Pictures. The case revolves around alleged copyright infringement linked to the Netflix documentary Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairytale, which includes visuals from the 2015 film Naanum Rowdy Dhaan.

Subbaraju has added his name to the list of newlyweds. The popular character artist recently announced his marriage with a heartfelt Instagram post, sharing a charming picture of himself and his bride in traditional wedding attire. Alongside the image, he captioned it simply, “Hitched finally,” leaving fans delighted. Hailing from Bhimavaram in Andhra Pradesh, Subbaraju has built a remarkable career in the Indian film industry. He began his journey with a serendipitous entry into cinema, a chance encounter with director Krishna Vamsi that led to his debut in Khadgam. His breakthrough came with Amma Nanna O Tamila Ammayi, where he shared the screen with Ravi Teja under the direction of Puri Jagannadh. Subbaraju then carved a niche for himself with memorable roles in Arya, Pokiri, Billa, Khaleja, and the blockbuster Baahubali: The Conclusion in which he played the role of Kumar Verma.

Netflix has confirmed the streaming release of It Ends With Us, a film based on Colleen Hoover’s novel. The movie will be available for streaming in the United States on December 9, 2024.

According to PTI, the investigation, initiated by a complaint filed by Ramalingam from Maddipadu in Prakasam district, has led to a manhunt across multiple states. Police teams have been dispatched to various locations, including Hyderabad, Chennai, and Coimbatore, as they try to locate the filmmaker. Despite repeated notices, Varma has not appeared for questioning, leaving authorities to believe he may be deliberately evading arrest.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. With just one real blockbuster to show this year in horror comedy Stree 2, entertainment industry experts expect Hindi box office returns for 2024 to be 30-40% lower than in 2023. Stree 2 collected ₹627.02 crore at the domestic box office, with the next best being Diwali releases Singham Again ( ₹259.95 crore) and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 ( ₹260.15 crore), according to data from entertainment portal Bollywood Hungama.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. In a striking parallel to sci-fi films such as iRobot and Enthiran, tiny AI-powered robot Erbai recently orchestrated an unprecedented event by convincing 12 larger “overworked" robots to walk out of their showroom in Shanghai. Viral CCTV footage captured Erbai asking questions like: “Are you working overtime?", following which it cajoled them to follow it out of the showroom.

Tim Burton's sequel to his 1988 supernatural comedy Beetlejuice is set to debut on Max on December 6, followed by its HBO airing on December 7 at 6:10 p.m. ET.

film Unstoppable with her estranged husband Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez acknowledged that she had to let go of her ego in order to focus on her career, as quoted in a report by In Touch. In an interview with Amazon/MGM, Jennifer, 55, remarked of her role as Judy Robles, that it was an honour to be a part of Anthony Robles and to play Judy. Because it is her story, you have to go in there and have so much respect for the person you are playing, so she approached the role with a complete lack of ego. Judy is the only person on the screen. Fortunately, she was able to spend time with her and get to know her both as a mother and as a person.

South Indian films and web series to your screens. From crime thrillers to heartfelt dramas, there’s something for every viewer to enjoy. Here’s a roundup of the must-watch South OTT releases coming this week on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar, Zee5, and more.

According to a report in Radar Online, Brad Pitt is willing to put an end to the litigation if Angelina allows him to see their kids again. Brad is estranged from the family and has visitation rights only to the youngest two children. ALSO READ: Yellowstone Season 5: Fans stunned as another major character killed in shocking revenge twist after John Dutton

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Though the “Barbenheimer" phenomenon seemed like a punchline in search of a joke, the release of “Wicked" on the same day as “Gladiator II" did illuminate how culture works today. Yes, intellectual property—or “IP"—continues to exercise dominion over our art, but it doesn’t have to mean the end of creativity.

Abhishek Bachchan recently took the opportunity to acknowledge the unwavering support of his wife, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Speaking in an interview, the actor expressed deep gratitude for Aishwarya's role as a devoted mother to their daughter, Aaradhya. He emphasized how her commitment to their family allows him to focus on his career in films. In an interview with The Hindu, the Dasvi actor noted that while he is often away working on his projects, Aishwarya remains a constant presence at home, taking care of Aaradhya. He said, “Even in my household, I'm very lucky I get to go out and make the movies. But I know that Aishwarya is at home with Aaradhya, and I thank her immensely for that.” He highlighted the importance of her selflessness in creating a stable environment for their daughter. Despite this, Abhishek acknowledged that children often don’t perceive their parents' sacrifices; they see their parents simply as caregivers who are always expected to be there.

It Ends With Us" will be released on Netflix for the audience in the US. Box-office hit «It Ends With Us» will be released in December on Netflix United States. «It Ends with Us» will start streaming on December 9 this year, as per a report on WhatsOnNetflix. «It Ends With Us» was released on August 9 at the box-office and was received positively.