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Wednesday, January 21, 2026

'Games of Thrones' Actor Jacob Anderson, 'Minx' Star Ophelia Lovibond Headline Stillbirth Drama 'Still Life' (EXCLUSIVE) by Naman Ramachandran

"Minx" star Ophelia Lovibond and "Game of Thrones" and "Interview With the Vampire" actor Jacob Anderson headline "Still Life," a short film exploring the aftermath of stillbirth through a l…

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Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Frank Sinatra Musical Sets London West End Transfer by Naman Ramachandran

"Sinatra The Musical" will make its West End premiere this summer, with performances beginning June 3 at the Aldwych Theatre in London. The production, which played a sold-out run at Birming…

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Monday, January 19, 2026

Hanuman, Krishna, Shivaji Stories Among Collective Artists Network's Indian HistoryVerse Slate (EXCLUSIVE) by Naman Ramachandran

India's Collective Artists Network has rolled out its inaugural content slate through HistoryVerse, with stories drawing from Indian mythology and history. The outfit has revealed eight titl…

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Friday, January 16, 2026

Guillermo del Toro to Receive Dilys Powell Honor at London Critics' Circle Film Awards by Naman Ramachandran

The London Critics' Circle Film Awards will honor Guillermo del Toro with the Dilys Powell Award for Excellence in Film at its 46th annual ceremony. The "Frankenstein" filmmaker becomes the …

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Thursday, January 15, 2026

'Queen of My Dreams' Director Fawzia Mirza to Helm South Asian Paranormal Thriller 'Bhoot' (EXCLUSIVE) by Naman Ramachandran

Fawzia Mirza, the award-winning director of "The Queen of My Dreams," has been tapped to helm "Bhoot," an English-language South Asian paranormal thriller from Toronto-based Champ & Pepp…

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Ken Watanabe and Lee Sang-il on 'Kokuho,' the Kabuki Gamble That Became Japan's Top Live-Action Film and an Oscars Contender: 'This Film Is Ab by Naman Ramachandran

A nearly three-hour film about Kabuki was never supposed to be a box office juggernaut, but "Kokuho" has defied expectations to become Japan's top live-action hit " and an Oscars internation…

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Wednesday, January 14, 2026

'Homebound' Stars Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa on Their Oscar Journey and Working With Martin Scorsese and Karan Johar by Naman Ramachandran

When Martin Scorsese retreated to his room at 11 p.m. to watch "Homebound" during the editing process, the legendary director didn't just provide notes " he became deeply invested in bringin…

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'Lehman Trilogy' Writer Stefano Massini's 'The Ladies Football Club' Unveils Cast for Sheffield Premiere by Naman Ramachandran

The U.K.'s Sheffield Theatres has unveiled the ensemble cast for the premiere of "The Ladies Football Club," written by Tony Award winner Stefano Massini and adapted by Tim Firth. The produc…

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Tuesday, January 13, 2026

'Hamnet' U.S. Tour: Royal Shakespeare Company Unveils Full Cast (EXCLUSIVE) by Naman Ramachandran

The Royal Shakespeare Company and Neal Street Productions have revealed the complete ensemble cast for the American debut of the "Hamnet" stage play with Kemi-Bo Jacobs taking on the role of…

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'Wicked' Leads U.K. Home Entertainment Market to Record $7.6 Billion in 2025 by Naman Ramachandran

The U.K.'s home entertainment sector reached an all-time high of £5.7 billion ($7.6 billion) in 2025, marking a 10% increase year-over-year, according to new data released Tuesday by the …

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Monday, January 12, 2026

Philippine Theater Star Lhorvie Nuevo-Tadioan Lands Title Role in Sonny Calvento's 'Mother Maybe' (EXCLUSIVE) by Naman Ramachandran

Philippine theater actor Lhorvie Nuevo-Tadioan has secured the title role in director Sonny Calvento's "Mother Maybe," joining previously announced star Anthony Jennings, Southern Lantern St…

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Friday, January 9, 2026

AI Impact Drama 'Humans in the Loop' Adds Shabana Azmi, Ritesh Batra, Shaunak Sen as Executive Producers in Oscar Push (EXCLUSIVE) by Naman Ramachandran

Three major international talents hailing from Indian cinema have thrown their weight behind "Humans in the Loop" during its awards season push. Actor Shabana Azmi alongside directors Ritesh…

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'Mortal Kombat II' Star Ludi Lin Joins 'Comedy InvAsian III' Cast (EXCLUSIVE) by Naman Ramachandran

"Mortal Kombat II" actor Ludi Lin is joining the cast of "Comedy InvAsian III," alongside comedians Juno Men, Erik Escobar, Trevor Jang, Michelle MaliZaki, Shivaan Nadan, Kitty Pine and Vanj…

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Thursday, January 8, 2026

'RuPaul's Drag Race' Star Michelle Visage, The Wanted's Jay McGuiness Join London West End Bow of 'Sea Witch' Musical (EXCLUSIVE) by Naman Ramachandran

Michelle Visage will feature in "Sea Witch," a new musical reimagining the origins of one of the sea's most feared villains, at London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane. The "RuPaul's Drag Race" st…

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Wednesday, January 7, 2026

'Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir' Getting Live Stage Show for 2027 World Tour (EXCLUSIVE) by Naman Ramachandran

Miraculous Corp and Monlove have partnered to develop a new live stage production based on the global animated franchise "Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir," set to launch worldwid…

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Sunday, December 28, 2025

Sheena Chohan to Star in Tamil Folk Drama 'Arjunanin Allirani,' Lilith Tale 'Bhaayava' (EXCLUSIVE) by Naman Ramachandran

Indian actor Sheena Chohan, who made her Hindi-language feature film debut in the biopic "Sant Tukaram" earlier this year, has been cast as the lead in "Arjunanin Allirani," a Tamil-language…

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Tuesday, December 23, 2025

'My Hero Academia' Concert Tour Unveils Trailer, Key Visual by Naman Ramachandran

Toho has unveiled a trailer and key visual for the "My Hero Academia In Concert" world tour. The tour, produced by GEA Live, is set to kick off May 30, 2026, at Pacifico Yokohama National Co…

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Thursday, December 18, 2025

'Sinners' Actor Yao, Jodi Long Join Judy Lei's Indie Comedy 'Biz of Viz' (EXCLUSIVE) by Naman Ramachandran

Filmmaker Judy Lei has assembled an ensemble cast for her comedy-driven drama "Biz of Viz." Yao ("Sinners") and Emmy winner Jodi Long ("Dash & Lily," "Sullivan & Son") lead the cast …

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Wednesday, December 17, 2025

'When Life Gives You Tangerines' Star Kim Seon-ho, 'Sweet Home' Actor Go Youn-jung's Netflix Rom-Com 'Can This Love Be Translated?' Unve by Naman Ramachandran

Netflix has released the first teaser trailer for "Can This Love Be Translated?," a Korean romantic comedy series starring Kim Seon-ho and Go Youn-jung, set to premiere Jan. 16. The series m…

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Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Ted Sarandos Makes Surprise Canal+ Appearance to Ease French Concerns Over Warner Bros. Deal: 'We Intend to Support' Theatrical by Naman Ramachandran

Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos made a surprise appearance at Canal+'s The Original+ showcase in Paris on Tuesday, seeking to calm French industry fears about the streaming giant's $83 billion a…

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Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Juliette Binoche Says Directing Comes With 'Natural Authority' in Hainan Festival Masterclass by Naman Ramachandran

Juliette Binoche delved into the craft of acting and her emerging voice as a director during a packed masterclass at the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival, drawing on decades of …

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'Hamnet' Heads to India Via Reliance Entertainment as Awards Buzz Builds (EXCLUSIVE) by Naman Ramachandran

Reliance Entertainment will distribute the critically acclaimed period drama "Hamnet" across India in February 2026, as the film gains momentum during awards season. Based on Maggie O' Farre…

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Bruce Dern Bhutanese-Nepali-American Drama 'The World's Happiest Man' Acquired by Buffalo 8, Trailer Unveiled (EXCLUSIVE) by Naman Ramachandran

Buffalo 8 has secured worldwide rights to "The World's Happiest Man," the Bhutanese-Nepali-American drama starring Oscar and Emmy nominee Bruce Dern. A trailer has been unveiled. Dern ("Nebr…

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Tuesday, December 9, 2025

James Cameron Rejects AI Actors at Hainan Festival: 'I Wouldn't Do It. Is It Desirable?' by Naman Ramachandran

James Cameron came out swinging against AI-generated performers in Hainan, saying he "wouldn't do it" and openly doubting whether replacing actors with algorithms is "desirable" at all. Spea…

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Saturday, December 6, 2025

'Minari' Oscar Winner Youn Yuh-jung Reflects on Six-Decade Career at Singapore Film Festival: 'I'm Not the Pope, I Don't Have Any Message' by Naman Ramachandran

Oscar-winning Korean actor Youn Yuh-jung opened up about her remarkable six-decade career during an In Conversation event at the Singapore International Film Festival, sharing candid insight…

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Friday, December 5, 2025

'Slave Play' Playwright Jeremy O. Harris Arrested in Japan on Drug Allegations by Naman Ramachandran

Jeremy O. Harris, whose boundary-pushing "Slave Play" earned a record number of Tony nominations, has been detained in Japan for nearly three weeks following his arrest on drug smuggling cha…

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Wednesday, December 3, 2025

'Wicked: For Good' Holds U.K.-Ireland Box Office as 'Zootopia 2' Pounces Into Second by Naman Ramachandran

Universal's "Wicked: For Good" stayed atop the U.K. and Ireland box office for a second weekend, adding £7.7 million ($10.1 million) and bringing its total to £32 million ($42.2 millio…

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Monday, December 1, 2025

Siddhant Chaturvedi's First Look as V. Shantaram Unveiled for Indian Filmmaker Biopic (EXCLUSIVE) by Naman Ramachandran

The makers of upcoming biographical drama "V. Shantaram" have unveiled the first look of Siddhant Chaturvedi as the legendary Indian filmmaker. The announcement poster introduces Chaturvedi …

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Friday, November 28, 2025

Oscar-Winning 'Wicked' Costume Designer Paul Tazewell Boards Indonesian Biopic 'Rose Pandanwangi' (EXCLUSIVE) by Naman Ramachandran

Paul Tazewell, the Oscar-winning costume designer behind "Wicked," has joined the creative team of "Rose Pandanwangi," an Indonesia-Philippines co-production about celebrated seriosa singer …

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Kajol, Twinkle Khanna's 'Two Much' Becomes Prime Video India's Most-Watched Unscripted Series (EXCLUSIVE) by Naman Ramachandran

Prime Video's celebrity talk show "Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle," hosted by Bollywood star Kajol and author-producer Twinkle Khanna, has emerged as the platform's most successful unscript…

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Suraj Sharma and Director Jennifer E. Montgomery on True-Story Thriller 'This Tempting Madness' Ahead of IFFI Premiere by Naman Ramachandran

Ahead of the premiere of "This Tempting Madness" at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), director Jennifer E. Montgomery and actor Suraj Sharma spoke about shaping the psychologi…

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2025-2026 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 12, 2025: Call Me Izzy - Studio 54
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Mar 23, 2026: Giant - Music Box Theatre
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