Grey Owl, an action drama film directed by Richard Attenborough, tells the story of Archibald Belaney, a British man living as a trapper in Canada. He becomes a conservationist, but his life takes a turn when a secret about his past is exposed. The film is available to stream via Amazon Prime Video.
Actor Alec Baldwin has been accused of punching a pro-Palestine protester and taking her phone during a confrontation at a New York coffee shop. The incident, which was captured on video, shows the protester, known as Crackhead Barney, repeatedly taunting Baldwin about the 2021 death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the movie ‘Rust.’ In the video, Baldwin can be seen trying to usher Barney out of the store before he eventually reaches for her phone, which is then heard falling from her hand. Barney later told the Daily Express US that Baldwin “punched me and didn’t offer a new phone, kicked me out, locked the door.” The incident comes as pro-Palestine protests continue to disrupt New York City, particularly on the Columbia University campus.
Bollywood icon Aamir Khan has unveiled a fresh version of his iconic song ‘Papa Kehte Hain’ from his debut film ‘Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak’. Titled ‘Papa Kehte Hain 2.0’, the track is from the upcoming movie ‘Srikanth’, featuring Rajkummar Rao. The original singer, Udit Narayan, was also present at the launch. Aamir reminisced about the flaws he noticed while watching the original film with his cousin and director Mansoor Khan. He acknowledged the significance of ‘Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak’ as a milestone in Indian cinema. Rajkummar Rao expressed his admiration for Srikanth Bolla’s inspiring life story, which he portrays in ‘Srikanth’. The movie, directed by Tushar Hiranandani, is set for release on May 10, 2024.
K-pop girl group aespa have announced their upcoming 2024 ‘SYNK: Parallel Line’ world tour, featuring concerts in Asia, Australia and more. The tour will kick off at the end of June with a two-night concert in Seoul, South Korea. The girl group will then head on to Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Taipei, Indonesia and Australia, before wrapping up the tour with a two-night concert in Bangkok, Thailand.
In a recent interview, Jerry Seinfeld shared his views on the current state of the film business. He expressed a sense of confusion and disorientation among industry professionals, questioning the relevance and purpose of the film medium in the face of rapidly evolving viewing habits.
Seinfeld emphasized that the traditional dominance of film has waned, with audiences now overwhelmed by a flood of content options. He also spoke about his experience directing his first film, highlighting the meticulous and serious approach of the crew, which he contrasted with his own perception of the industry’s uncertain future.
Hollywood actress Anne Hathaway has shared a disturbing audition practice that was common in the 2000s, where she was asked to kiss 10 men in a single day as a chemistry test. Expressing her discomfort with the situation, Hathaway emphasized that it was an inappropriate and ineffective way to assess chemistry between actors. The actress also shared her upcoming project, ‘The Idea of You,’ which will premiere on Amazon Prime Video on May 2nd.
The Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA) has filed a complaint in federal court, seeking confirmation of an arbitrator’s decision to deny a challenge by a baseball agent seeking to block his decertification by the union. The agent, William Arroyo of Bad Bunny’s Rimas Sports firm, along with two company executives, attempted to obtain a temporary restraining order to prevent the union’s actions. However, the arbitrator, Michael Gottesman, denied their request.
The 2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony will welcome 16 renowned music figures spanning various genres and eras. Eight artists will be inducted into the Performer Category, including Mary J. Blige, Cher, and Ozzy Osbourne. Alexis Korner, John Mayall, and other influential musicians will receive the Musical Influence Award. Jimmy Buffett, Dionne Warwick, and Norman Whitfield will be honored with the Musical Excellence Award. Suzanne de Passe will be recognized with the Ahmet Ertegun Award for her contributions to music and entertainment.
Mira Rajput and Shahid Kapoor made a stylish appearance on their recent date night in Mumbai. Mira opted for a classic black slip dress, while Shahid kept it casual in a printed T-shirt and jeans. The couple looked effortlessly chic as they stepped out of a restaurant, holding hands. Mira completed her look with a pink mini bag, baby pink pumps, and gold jewelry, while Shahid’s accessories included a printed T-shirt and distressed jeans.
In 2023, Europe experienced a year of extreme weather events, including devastating floods in northern countries and widespread drought in the south. The European State of the Climate report highlights that the continent is warming up twice as fast as the global average, leading to an increase in the frequency and severity of extreme events.
