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Nancy Meyers to helm first feature film after 'The Intern' for OTT
As per 'Variety', streaming giant Netflix has commissioned the project. News of the partnership comes after Meyers and Netflix teamed to release the short film 'Father of the Bride Part 3 (ish)', which made its debut on the streamer's social channels in 2020. The special project brought together the cast of 'Father of the Bride' and 'Father of the Bride Part II' - Steve Martin, Diane Keaton, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Kieran Culkin, George Newbern and Martin Short
Mrunal Thakur ready for 'Jersey' release, doesn't fear being typecast
For her, script selection rests on how relatable or interesting the role that's being offered is, the strengths of that character and most importantly the story being told. Mrunal said: "For an actor to be cast in films with a great script and a great team backing it is of utmost importance. I don't fear being typecast because I know as an actor what and how I can differentiate the roles I'm essaying."
'Bridgerton' Season 2 shatters single-week record for most-viewed English OTT series
The second season of the show clocked 251.74 million hours viewed for the week of March 28 to April 3 - its first full week on the streaming service. However, as per 'Variety', 'Squid Game' still holds the overall record for most-viewed show on Netflix in general across a seven-day period, with 571.76 million hours viewed.
Kashmir epicentre of Indian conscience: Vivek Agnihotri
"The philosophy of Shiva which is being admired across the globe was born in the Kashmir Valley. Shaivism and Buddhism emerged in Kashmir," he said here at an event organised by the Global Kashmiri Pandits Diaspora to felicitate him and his team for making "The Kashmir Files". Agnihotri said: "Whenever you are in the valley, it gives a feeling that it is the centre of the universe. One cannot understand the universe without knowing Kashmir."
Robert Downey, Jr. advocates climate-smart food in upcoming book
Blackstone Publishing has acquired the rights to the book, which, its authors say, will provide a smart, accessible and game-changing roadmap to making climate-solving food choices, reports 'Deadline'. he deal marks the first major non-fiction book from Downey, Jr., who leaned into nutrition since early in his Marvel run as Iron-Man to prepare for the rigours of that role.
Jared Leto used wheelchair for bathroom breaks on 'Morbius' set
Similar to his character in the movie, Leto initially used crutches on the set to maintain his character's physicality, reports 'Variety'. As per 'Variety', however, the crutches made Leto's bathroom breaks a longer process than needed. Daniel Espinosa, the director of 'Morbius' told 'Uproxx' that a deal was made where Leto agreed to use a wheelchair for his bathroom breaks instead to quicken up the process.
Saiyami Kher on working with Ashwiny Iyer Tiwary in 'Faadu'
It is a love story that also features Pavail Gulati and Abhilash Thapliyal. The web series was shot in Serbia, the Konkan region and Mumbai. Sharing her experience on the film, Saiyami said: "Working with Ashwiny maam was always on my wish list. I am emotional as we wrap this very special film. I have also made some 'Faadu' friends for life and can't wait to share this world with everyone."
Kuwait bans Vijay-starrer 'Beast', industry insiders say
Although some of the entertainment industry trackers claimed that Kuwait's Ministry of Information had banned the Tamil film, it was not clear as to why the film had been banned. Some of the reasons that they suspected for the film being banned included the portrayal of Pakistan, terrorists and violence. Beast' is not the first Indian film to be banned in Kuwait.
Rashmika to play female lead in Vijay's film directed by Vamshi Paidipally
Sri Venkateswara Creations, the production house producing the film that is tentatively being referred to as #Thalapathy66, on Tuesday made the official announcement on the occasion of Rashmika's birthday. he production house tweeted, "Wishing the talented and gorgeous Rashmika Mandanna a very happy birthday! Welcome onboard #Thalapathy66."
'Anupama - Namaste America' set pics establish universe of the show
While the prequel added Puja Banerjee to its cast recently, and is set to stream from April 25, special pictures from the prequel's set have been shared, giving fans a sneak peek into Anupamaa's residence during her early years of marriage. he pictures give an idea about the physical setting and the universe of the show's prequel.
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