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Myer is tipping significantly higher profits for the year to the end of July after preliminary sales figures showed growth despite deteriorating trade conditions as shoppers become more cautious.

The Exorcist’ fame, William Friedkin has passed away at the age of 87. Chapman University Dean Stephen Galloway has confirmed that the filmmaker has died in Los Angeles.

Bomman and Bellie, the two tribal mahouts, who were catapulted to worldwide fame after they featured in the Oscar-winning documentary ‘The Elephant Whisperers’, have now accused director Kartiki Gonsalves of financial exploitation and demanded a ‘goodwill gesture’ of Rs 2 crore. The two mahouts claimed that they were subjected to several dire situations during the shooting of the movie and had to spend a large amount of money to cover shooting expenses.

K-Pop group BTS, has been making waves on social media after showcasing his fondness for the Indian song 'Naatu Naatu.' During a live session, Jungkook was seen humming the tune of this Oscar-winning track, sparking excitement among his fans and admirers. The song, featured in the movie RRR, gained global recognition by clinching the esteemed Oscar Award this year. Jungkook's unexpected connection with the Indian melody has ignited discussions and praise across various platforms.

Jessica Chastain has opened up about her relationship with co-star Oscar Isaac. Talking to ‘Vanity Fair’ Tuesday, she said that she loved her «Scenes from a Marriage» co-star, but their friendship has never quite been the same.

Judi Dench is suffering from deteriorating eyesight, she herself revealed, adding that she can no longer see while on film sets. The Oscar winner shared her struggles with the Sunday Mirror sharing that losing her sight has been an immense shock and has left her feeling terribly dependent on others. «I mean I can't see on a film set anymore,» she said to the reporting publication. «And I can't see to read. So I can't see much. But you know you just deal with it. Get on. It's difficult for me if I have any length of a part. I haven't yet found a way. Because I have so many friends who will teach me the script. But I have a photographic memory.» In a conversation with the Vision Foundation, a London-based sight-loss charity in 2021, Dench revealed her coping strategy for learning lines through repetition, hoping that the audience won't notice any mistakes in her performances. She admitted that her once «photographic memory» could no longer assist her in this regard. During an appearance on «The Graham Norton Show,» she shared her frustration at learning scripts independently due to her eyesight loss. She desires a machine that not only teaches her lines but also indicates their location on the page. Previously, she could effortlessly memorize and recite lengthy passages, such as the entire play «Twelfth Night.» Nevertheless, Dench continues to shine in her craft. In 2022, she received an Oscar nomination for her supporting performance in Kenneth Branagh's «Belfast.»

Home loan interest rates charged by the major banks to new borrowers are outpacing official cash rate increases, as lenders shift from writing mortgages at below the cost of capital to safeguarding profits and dividends.

Verstappen emphatically won the Belgian Grand Prix on Sunday for an eighth straight win and 10th overall of a crushingly dominant season. He finished 22.3 seconds ahead of teammate Sergio Perez to give Red Bull and easy 1-2. It moved Verstappen ominously closer to a third straight world title and his own F1 record of 15 wins from last year.

Atlanta. The excitement continues on Saturday with two blockbuster bouts. The much-discussed matchup between Jake Paul and Nate Diaz will undoubtedly draw attention from fans and spectators.

Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh has tied the knot with her longtime fiance Jean Todt after nearly two decades of engagement. Ex-Ferrari Formula 1 driver Felipe Massa shared the news that Yeoh, 60, and Todt, the former CEO of Ferrari, got married in Geneva. They were engaged in 2004. Massa shared a photo of the couple's wedding program, which featured a message that read, «We met in Shanghai on 4th June 2004. On 26th July 2004, J.T proposed to marry M.Y and she said YES.» «Today after 6992 days on 27th July 2023 in Geneva, surrounded by loving family and friends, we are so happy to celebrate this special moment together!» the program read. Massa also posted several photos from the wedding celebration, including a selfie with Todt and Yeoh, who is seen holding her Oscar trophy. Todt, 77, later confirmed the news in a post on Twitter. «Now that my other son @MassaFelipe19 has „discreetly“ spread the good news, I can happily confirm the union with the Love of my life, Michelle,» he tweeted.

New Delhi: Top film stars, traditionally cast in lead roles, are agreeing to play negative characters in high-budget, multilingual projects primarily outside their home market, in a new emerging trend. Emraan Hashmi, for instance, is set to portray the antagonist in Telugu star Pawan Kalyan’s upcoming project, while Sanjay Dutt will take on a similar role in Tamil star Vijay’s Leo.

The national broadcaster has been accused of an “inexcusable abuse of power” in publishing articles suggesting former commando Heston Russell was involved in killing an Afghan prisoner in 2012, a court has been told.

Kevin Spacey was acquitted of all sexual assault charges by a London jury on Wednesday ending a four-week trail. Three men had accused the Oscar winner of aggressively grabbing their crotches. In his defence, the House of Cards actor had said that he was a “big flirt" who had consensual flings with men and whose only misstep was touching a man’s groin while making a “clumsy pass." Kevin Spacey broke down in court after the London jury acquitted of all sexual assault charges brought against him in 2001.

Bradley Cooper’s Leonard Bernstein drama “Maestro,” Sofia Coppola’s Priscilla Presley movie, Michael Mann’s “Ferrari,” David Fincher’s “The Killer” and Ava DuVernay’s “Origin” will be making their world debuts at the Venice International Film Festival ...

Julian Sands, known for his iconic roles in A Room With A View, 24, and Smallville, has been deemed undetermined. The actor seems to have died after he went missing during a hike in the treacherous San Gabriel Mountains of California. His body was finally recovered in June, months after his disappearance.

Oscar nominee Greta Gerwig’ Barbie’ proved itself to be the best movie by a female director with the opening of USD 162 million. On the other hand, Christopher Nolan-directed biographical drama Oppenheimer reached USD 82.4 million. Disney’s Haunted Mansion opened around USD 32 million.

Barbie may be ‘plastic’, but life’s pretty ‘fantastic’ for director Greta Gerwig. Gerwig created history, as her latest film ‘Barbie’ raked in a whopping $155 million in US and Canada. This makes the Ryan Reynolds-Margot Robbie starrer the biggest box-office debut for a movie directed by a woman.

Greta Gerwig, has finally hit the silver screen on Friday. The fantasy-comedy film, with a runtime of 1 hour 54 minutes, marks the first-ever live-action adaptation of Barbie, making it an exciting prospect for fans worldwide. Netizens and movie enthusiasts alike have taken to social media, sharing their overwhelmingly positive reactions to the groundbreaking live-action movie centred around Mattel's iconic doll. Twitter users have poured their hearts out, labelling the film as a «masterpiece». One viewer commented, «I cried so much watching Barbie. Never has a studio film so expertly explored the burden women carry in everyday life (in any role in their lives!) as a mother, a working woman, a woman. I had a mini breakdown. This barbie is sad but so thankful for this film.»

Adani Group, Gautam Adani, has recently made headlines when he took a subtle jab at Hollywood director Danny Boyle in relation to his ambitious plans for transforming Mumbai's Dharavi into a modern city hub. In an open letter, Adani referenced Boyle's acclaimed 2008 film "Slumdog Millionaire" and expressed his optimism about the future of the revamped Dharavi, stating, «God willing, the likes of Danny Boyle will discover that the new Dharavi is producing millionaires without the slumdog prefix.» Boyle's «Slumdog Millionaire» garnered significant international recognition, after receiving eight Oscar Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay.

James Cameron has made it clear that he has no interest in utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to craft a film script. During a recent interview with CTV News, the renowned Oscar-winning filmmaker expressed skepticism about AI bots' ability to produce «a good story.» Cameron voiced his doubts, saying script written by AI may not be able to move the audience. Cameron said one has to be human to write a film script. «I don’t know anyone that’s even thinking about having AI write a screenplay,» Cameron told CTV News. Cameron said that one needs to wait for around 20 years, and «if an AI ever manages to win an Oscar for Best Screenplay, then perhaps it will be time to take their screenwriting abilities seriously.» For now, James Cameron remains firm in his belief that human creativity and emotions are essential ingredients in crafting impactful and memorable storytelling. A few days back, James Cameron had denied rumours of him working on OceanGate film, as per reports. Cameron broke his silence on the rumours about him and wrote in his post on Instagram. Cameron, who directed the Oscar-winning 1997 disaster drama 'Titanic' based on the sinking of the titular ship, took to Twitter last week to publicly condemn rumours.

Oscar winner Jamie Lee Curtis also has a busy career as a children’s author