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Salman Khan's Bajrangi Bhaijaan Becomes Bollywood's Biggest Release In China
- March 04, 2018
Bajrangi Bhaijaan released as Little Lolita Monkey God Uncle in China across 8,000 screens. When Maoyan.com opened the film's rating card on the eve of release, it was 9.1 and now, as you read this piece, it stands at a peachy 9.7 score, which is more than Aamir Khan's latest hit Secret Superstar (9.5). (more...)
- March 04, 2018
Bajrangi Bhaijaan released as Little Lolita Monkey God Uncle in China across 8,000 screens. When Maoyan.com opened the film's rating card on the eve of release, it was 9.1 and now, as you read this piece, it stands at a peachy 9.7 score, which is more than Aamir Khan's latest hit Secret Superstar (9.5). (more...)
"The Emoji Movie" Wins Razzie Worst Picture Of The Year Award
- March 04, 2018
The Emoji Movie has made motion picture history, but probably something Sony wouldn't be very proud of. For the 2018 Razzies , one film stood out among all the rest: "The Emoji Movie ", which captured the dubious honour of winning this year's Worst Picture award. (more...)
- March 04, 2018
The Emoji Movie has made motion picture history, but probably something Sony wouldn't be very proud of. For the 2018 Razzies , one film stood out among all the rest: "The Emoji Movie ", which captured the dubious honour of winning this year's Worst Picture award. (more...)
Witherspoon, Washington to star in, produce Little Fires Everywhere adaptation
- March 04, 2018
Both Witherspoon and Washington, best known for her Emmy-nominated turn as Scandal's Olivia Pope, are set to co-star and executive produce the project. Liz Tigelaar (Casual , Life Unexpected ) will pen the script, exec produce and serve as showrunner. Ng will act as the producer. The Oscar victor and Emmy nominee's Pacific Standard is also exec producing Apple's Kristen Wiig's straight-to-series comedy and developing Octavia Spencer starrer Are You Sleeping for the tech giant. (more...)
- March 04, 2018
Both Witherspoon and Washington, best known for her Emmy-nominated turn as Scandal's Olivia Pope, are set to co-star and executive produce the project. Liz Tigelaar (Casual , Life Unexpected ) will pen the script, exec produce and serve as showrunner. Ng will act as the producer. The Oscar victor and Emmy nominee's Pacific Standard is also exec producing Apple's Kristen Wiig's straight-to-series comedy and developing Octavia Spencer starrer Are You Sleeping for the tech giant. (more...)
Amy Schumer Had The Sweetest Reason For Wanting To 'Rush' Wedding
- March 04, 2018
Schumer even addressed the speedy nature of her nuptials in her vows, saying, "People are wondering, 'Why the rush?" "I love you, Amy". "Thank you @jeffandmollyweddings for this handsome video and @thegetdownboys for the dope a** rendition of 'Rainbow Connection , '" she captioned the video. (more...)
- March 04, 2018
Schumer even addressed the speedy nature of her nuptials in her vows, saying, "People are wondering, 'Why the rush?" "I love you, Amy". "Thank you @jeffandmollyweddings for this handsome video and @thegetdownboys for the dope a** rendition of 'Rainbow Connection , '" she captioned the video. (more...)
Are Oscars hopes for 'Three Billboards' doomed?
- March 04, 2018
Still, it must be a great movie. Again, three of our four experts agreed, choosing del Toro. While Best Picture seems to be a toss-up, the other major categories do have strong frontrunners, like Guillermo del Toro in the Best Director race. (more...)
- March 04, 2018
Still, it must be a great movie. Again, three of our four experts agreed, choosing del Toro. While Best Picture seems to be a toss-up, the other major categories do have strong frontrunners, like Guillermo del Toro in the Best Director race. (more...)
Casey Affleck Withdraws From Oscars: Won't Present Best Actress Award
- March 04, 2018
It is believed that Affleck - who won best actor a year ago for Manchester By The Sea - dropped out of presenting to keep the spotlight off the sexual harassment allegations made against him. You get what you give, which is what the spirit of presenting at the Academy Awards is all about. The Academy released a statement saying: "We appreciate the decision to keep the focus on the show and on the great work of this year". (more...)
- March 04, 2018
It is believed that Affleck - who won best actor a year ago for Manchester By The Sea - dropped out of presenting to keep the spotlight off the sexual harassment allegations made against him. You get what you give, which is what the spirit of presenting at the Academy Awards is all about. The Academy released a statement saying: "We appreciate the decision to keep the focus on the show and on the great work of this year". (more...)
Spice Girls manager hints Victoria Beckham won't join reunion shows
- March 04, 2018
When asked by TMZ if Victoria has "signed off" for a tour, he replied: "It may be four, not five". She also sparked speculation they could perform at the wedding , joking she would be fired if she said any more. Appearing on a U.S. talk show, she nodded when asked if they were going, before clarifying that "us five Spice Girls " had each received an invitation. (more...)
- March 04, 2018
When asked by TMZ if Victoria has "signed off" for a tour, he replied: "It may be four, not five". She also sparked speculation they could perform at the wedding , joking she would be fired if she said any more. Appearing on a U.S. talk show, she nodded when asked if they were going, before clarifying that "us five Spice Girls " had each received an invitation. (more...)
Brad Stevens reacts to Gordon Hayward's The Players' Tribune video
- March 04, 2018
Update (4:10 p.m.): Gordon Hayward has also released a video on his Twitter account, featuring words of encouragement from one of his trainers. With each new report of the tremendous progress Hayward was making in his recovery from the bad ankle injury he suffered just a few minutes into his debut with the Boston Celtics , fans in Boston have been looking for any sign that Hayward may make a shocking return. (more...)
- March 04, 2018
Update (4:10 p.m.): Gordon Hayward has also released a video on his Twitter account, featuring words of encouragement from one of his trainers. With each new report of the tremendous progress Hayward was making in his recovery from the bad ankle injury he suffered just a few minutes into his debut with the Boston Celtics , fans in Boston have been looking for any sign that Hayward may make a shocking return. (more...)
Travis Scott shares photo of baby Stormi
- March 04, 2018
Jenner shared the first photo of Stormi just a few days after she was born, breaking records with her name announcement on Instagram . Hopefully more (unfiltered) images are on their way. But some fans leaped to her defence. Basically, dissenters had strong feelings about the length of Jenner's nails. "That doesn't mean she's less of a mum for getting a manicure!" HOME SICK Is your home making you ill? Weeks later, she shared a video of her daughter's tiny toes , and on Thursday, ... (more...)
- March 04, 2018
Jenner shared the first photo of Stormi just a few days after she was born, breaking records with her name announcement on Instagram . Hopefully more (unfiltered) images are on their way. But some fans leaped to her defence. Basically, dissenters had strong feelings about the length of Jenner's nails. "That doesn't mean she's less of a mum for getting a manicure!" HOME SICK Is your home making you ill? Weeks later, she shared a video of her daughter's tiny toes , and on Thursday, ... (more...)
This Woman Is Turning The Weinstein Company Into A Female-Led Studio
- March 03, 2018
The deal fell apart after the bid group failed to provide "interim funding to run our business and maintain our employees", according to a letter sent by the Weinstein Co . Mr Schneiderman said he was pleased the deal would "create a real, well-funded victims compensation fund, implement HR policies that will protect all employees and will not unjustly reward bad actors". (more...)
- March 03, 2018
The deal fell apart after the bid group failed to provide "interim funding to run our business and maintain our employees", according to a letter sent by the Weinstein Co . Mr Schneiderman said he was pleased the deal would "create a real, well-funded victims compensation fund, implement HR policies that will protect all employees and will not unjustly reward bad actors". (more...)
Surprises Found In The Star Wars The Last Jedi Novelization
- March 03, 2018
The characters included in the latter set of figures include a Sad Porg, C'ai Threnalli, an Ahch-To Caretaker, Paige Tico, a Vulptex, and Luke Skywalker's Force Projection. The second scene is perhaps the one that would have added the most to the story, as it involves Luke taking a moment to grieve for his lost friend. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
The characters included in the latter set of figures include a Sad Porg, C'ai Threnalli, an Ahch-To Caretaker, Paige Tico, a Vulptex, and Luke Skywalker's Force Projection. The second scene is perhaps the one that would have added the most to the story, as it involves Luke taking a moment to grieve for his lost friend. (more...)
Elton John halts Las Vegas show as fans get too touchy
- March 03, 2018
Last month , John was pelted in the face by Mardi Gras beads while performing " Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting ". Despite security, and the star himself, telling him to stop, the fan persisted and John ended up walking out. The artist is now in the middle of a long Las Vegas residency, with John playing regular gigs at The Colosseum at the famous Caesar's Palace. 'No more coming on stage during Saturday Night. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
Last month , John was pelted in the face by Mardi Gras beads while performing " Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting ". Despite security, and the star himself, telling him to stop, the fan persisted and John ended up walking out. The artist is now in the middle of a long Las Vegas residency, with John playing regular gigs at The Colosseum at the famous Caesar's Palace. 'No more coming on stage during Saturday Night. (more...)
PWPL celebrates Dr. Seuss' Birthday
- March 03, 2018
From there, he published 60 books before his death in 1991, including " Green Eggs and Ham " in 1960, "Marvin K. Mooney Will You Please Go Now!" in 1972, and "Oh, the Places You'll Go" in 1990. Eric Fults liked " The Cat in the Hat " the most. Those attending Friday's event were also able to do crafts by making a necklace with little "Cat in the Hat" hats and pom-pom balls. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
From there, he published 60 books before his death in 1991, including " Green Eggs and Ham " in 1960, "Marvin K. Mooney Will You Please Go Now!" in 1972, and "Oh, the Places You'll Go" in 1990. Eric Fults liked " The Cat in the Hat " the most. Those attending Friday's event were also able to do crafts by making a necklace with little "Cat in the Hat" hats and pom-pom balls. (more...)
Parkland shooting survivor's father admits email changes in CNN spat
- March 03, 2018
CNN provided emails to BuzzFeed showing that Colton had emailed the exact wording of the question Stevenson copied in the email (the first half of the sentence, involving if Coach Feis had his firearm, is a direct quote from an interview Colton gave to Fox News on February 17) to CNN as one of his suggested questions for the CNN town hall . (more...)
- March 03, 2018
CNN provided emails to BuzzFeed showing that Colton had emailed the exact wording of the question Stevenson copied in the email (the first half of the sentence, involving if Coach Feis had his firearm, is a direct quote from an interview Colton gave to Fox News on February 17) to CNN as one of his suggested questions for the CNN town hall . (more...)
Neil Gaiman announces new Sandman Universe line of comics
- March 03, 2018
The line will launch with four ongoing series penned by four different writers, handpicked by Gaiman himself, all entwined in a shared universe that invokes the same dreamlike motif as Gaiman's original series. With Dream's absence, readers can expect chaos to reign supreme. Hopkinson will be writing " House of Whispers ", which will "explore how the voodoo deity Erzulie ended up in the Dreaming with her titular house". (more...)
- March 03, 2018
The line will launch with four ongoing series penned by four different writers, handpicked by Gaiman himself, all entwined in a shared universe that invokes the same dreamlike motif as Gaiman's original series. With Dream's absence, readers can expect chaos to reign supreme. Hopkinson will be writing " House of Whispers ", which will "explore how the voodoo deity Erzulie ended up in the Dreaming with her titular house". (more...)
World's Largest Aircraft Reaches New Runway Speeds In Prep Tests
- March 03, 2018
The giant Stratolaunch aircraft, with a total weight of up to 590 tons, is not meant to carry passengers but is intended as a rocket launch platform. The massive aircraft will transport rocket launchers and satellites bound for low Earth orbit , according to the company's website. Bezos is developing low-priced, reusable rockets with the goal of moving energy-intensive, heavy industry off Earth. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
The giant Stratolaunch aircraft, with a total weight of up to 590 tons, is not meant to carry passengers but is intended as a rocket launch platform. The massive aircraft will transport rocket launchers and satellites bound for low Earth orbit , according to the company's website. Bezos is developing low-priced, reusable rockets with the goal of moving energy-intensive, heavy industry off Earth. (more...)
ITV profits hit by steep fall in TV advertising
- March 03, 2018
Its focus on content helped ITV Studios deliver another hike in sales a year ago, with revenues up 13 per cent at £1.6bn, although underlying earnings in the division remained flat at £243m. The second quarter will include the benefit of ITV's coverage of the FIFA World Cup , which begins in mid-June. The FTSE 100-listed firm raised its full year dividend to 7.8p, up 8%, though it did not propose the payment of a special dividend, compared to last year's 5.0p special payout. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
Its focus on content helped ITV Studios deliver another hike in sales a year ago, with revenues up 13 per cent at £1.6bn, although underlying earnings in the division remained flat at £243m. The second quarter will include the benefit of ITV's coverage of the FIFA World Cup , which begins in mid-June. The FTSE 100-listed firm raised its full year dividend to 7.8p, up 8%, though it did not propose the payment of a special dividend, compared to last year's 5.0p special payout. (more...)
Casting News Announced for Stranger Things Season Three
- March 03, 2018
What's more, Erica won't be alone. From her updated character description, expect the 11-year-old actress - who has also appeared on FX's Atlanta - to have an expanded role and bring along some new friends on a "wild mission to save Hawkins from a unsafe and unexpected new threat". (more...)
- March 03, 2018
What's more, Erica won't be alone. From her updated character description, expect the 11-year-old actress - who has also appeared on FX's Atlanta - to have an expanded role and bring along some new friends on a "wild mission to save Hawkins from a unsafe and unexpected new threat". (more...)
Early voting for Texas Primary ends Friday
- March 03, 2018
General Assembly and sheriff. Republicans could - and have in the past - turned out in much higher numbers in the general election than in the primary. Owen Etheridge both filed on the last day in District 5. There are multiple races that, barring a write-in campaign, will be determined in the primary. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
General Assembly and sheriff. Republicans could - and have in the past - turned out in much higher numbers in the general election than in the primary. Owen Etheridge both filed on the last day in District 5. There are multiple races that, barring a write-in campaign, will be determined in the primary. (more...)
Ta-Nehisi Coates is writing 'Captain America' for Marvel Comics
- March 02, 2018
Breaking box-office records and introducing millions around the world to the gleaming Afrofuturistic jewel that is the country of Wakanda, Marvel's Black Panther is already the third-highest grossing Marvel film less than two weeks after release. (more...)
- March 02, 2018
Breaking box-office records and introducing millions around the world to the gleaming Afrofuturistic jewel that is the country of Wakanda, Marvel's Black Panther is already the third-highest grossing Marvel film less than two weeks after release. (more...)
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