Kangana Ranaut‑led thriller ‘Bharat Bhhagya Viddhata’ set for June 12 Indian release
The true‑story thriller ‘Bharat Bhhagya Viddhata’, starring Kangana Ranaut and based on hospital workers who saved 400 lives during an Indian terror attack, will open in Indian cinemas on June 12. Written and directed by...
Louis C.K. earns standing ovation at raunchy comeback show during Netflix Comedy Festival
The Hollywood Reporter says Louis C.K. headlined a raunchy comeback performance at the Hollywood Bowl as part of Netflix’s ‘is a Joke’ festival. His set was met with a standing ovation, marking a notable step in his care...
‘Empathy’ drama series launches across Europe and Australia after Canadian‑French debut
Deadline announces that ‘Empathy’, a drama series created by and starring Florence Longpré, has launched on Crave in Canada, on Canal+ in France, and now streams throughout Europe and Australia. The series follows psychi...
EST N8 appoints JP Villanueva as EVP of Acquisitions & Global Distribution
Global production and sales company EST N8 announced the hiring of industry veteran Jan Paul "JP" Villanueva as Executive Vice President of Acquisitions and Global Distribution. Villanueva brings experience that generate...
Cannes exclusive: ‘Ulya’ biopic starring Karlis Arnolds Avots portrays Latvian basketball legend
At Cannes, The Hollywood Reporter previewed exclusive clips from ‘Ulya’, a biographical drama in which Karlis Arnolds Avots plays legendary Latvian basketball star Uļjana Semjonova. The film, co‑written by Avots, explore...
Sydney Film Festival announces full 73rd‑edition program with 19 Cannes titles
The Sydney Film Festival revealed its complete lineup for the 73rd edition, featuring 248 films from 81 countries and 19 titles arriving directly from the Cannes Film Festival. The event runs from June 3‑14 across venues...
Prime Video to launch Indian legal drama ‘System’ worldwide on May 22
Prime Video revealed that its next Indian film, the high‑stakes legal drama ‘System’ directed by Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, will debut globally on May 22 across 240 territories. The movie stars Sonakshi Sinha, Jyotika and Ashu...
Peckham 24 photography festival celebrates ten years of emerging artists
The Guardian showcases images from the decade‑long Peckham 24 photography festival, which has highlighted work ranging from cosmic vistas to war‑torn Ukraine, marking its tenth anniversary. The exhibition continues the f...
Goldfinch International and Fablemill launch advisory platform for Creative Economies in Global South
Goldfinch International and consultancy Fablemill have partnered to create a Creative Economy Advisory Platform aimed at governments, sovereign wealth funds and institutional investors in MENA, Asia and Africa. The platf...
BBC One launches season 2 of ‘Amandaland’ and airs Salisbury poisonings documentary
The Guardian’s TV guide notes that the second season of the comedy series ‘Amandaland’ begins on BBC One at 9 pm, with Lucy Punch returning as the titular character. The same evening also features a documentary examining...
California gubernatorial candidates spar in CNN debate, give scant attention to Hollywood
During a CNN‑hosted debate, California’s gubernatorial candidates focused on policy disputes while giving the struggling state film industry little attention, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The lack of discussion u...
Palestinian ambassador protests British Museum’s removal of “Palestine” references
The Palestinian ambassador to the UK lodged a complaint with the Foreign Office after the British Museum withdrew the word “Palestine” from its ancient Levant and Egypt country list and certain explanatory panels. The Gu...
Blake Lively receives no compensation in Justin Baldoni settlement, still pursuing attorney fees
Rolling Stone reports that actress Blake Lively received no monetary compensation in her settlement with director Justin Baldoni over his failed defamation suit. Lively continues to seek attorneys’ fees and damages throu...
California governor candidates spar in CNN debate while touching on Hollywood rescue
Seven candidates for California governor took the stage at a CNN debate in East Los Angeles, where most of the two‑hour session was filled with interruptions and attack lines. A brief moment of consensus emerged around t...
Xbox Game Pass adds five free games to its library today
Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass announced the addition of five new titles available for free to subscribers today, as part of its strategy to compete with PlayStation Plus. The rollout follows a recent price‑drop announcement...
Tom Holland celebrates 10 years as Spider‑Man on May 5, 2026
Screen Rant marks the ten‑year anniversary of Tom Holland’s debut as Peter Parker, which began with the 2016 Sony‑Marvel collaboration. The article reflects on the character’s impact and Holland’s decade‑long tenure as t...
Joanna Lumley and Lucy Punch tease comeback of comedy hit “Amandaland”
In a new Guardian interview, Joanna Lumley and Lucy Punch discuss the return of the beloved British comedy “Amandaland,” recalling behind‑the‑scenes moments, on‑set antics, and the enduring chemistry that kept the show p...
Lydia Ourahmane’s coin‑operated Venetian installation blends art and history
British‑Algerian artist Lydia Ourahmane presents a mesmerizing, coin‑activated show in Venice, featuring works such as a pier built on a former quarantine island and a sculpture made from 1.3 tonnes of hotel bedlinen. Th...
Andy Serkis’ dystopian adaptation splits critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Screen Rant reports that Andy Serkis’ new film, adapted from an 81‑year‑old novel, has received sharply divided reactions on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics largely panned the movie while audiences were more forgiving, leading ...
Olivia Colman and John Lithgow’s ‘Jimpa’ to open India’s Kashish Pride Film Festival
The queer family drama ‘Jimpa’, starring Olivia Colman and John Lithgow, will open the 17th Kashish Pride Film Festival in Mumbai this June. The festival will showcase 153 films from 43 countries across three venues: Lib...