Halle Bailey delivered a mesmerizing performance of “Part of your World” as she sang “The Little Mermaid” track live for the first time post-production.
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Naman Ramachandran Internationally sourced programming and stories placed alongside local content could be a solution to bring audiences back to Indian cinemas, a high-powered panel debated. The panel was part of Indiantelevision.com’s annual industry event, The Content Hub, that recently concluded in Mumbai. Mayank Shroff, head of film distribution at Cinepolis, the Indian division of Latin American exhibition giant Cinepolis, said that while footfalls were back to 85% of pre-pandemic days, an innovative approach is required to bring the rest of the audiences back. Shroff pointed to the success of Makoto Shinkai’s anime film “Suzume,” which accounted for 20% of the Cinepolis box office over the past weekend and “Evil Dead Rise,” which also pulled in decent numbers, both in the face of stiff competition from Eid holiday release “Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan,” starring superstar Salman Khan. Shroff also said that there was demand for Korean films and K-pop concerts, notably by BTS, streamed into cinemas live or as recordings. He added that that the international content was working in their original languages in the metropolises and can be customized into local languages for release in tier 2 and 3 centers.
Producer Sunir Kheterpal said, “People are starting to sample and watch different types of content in different languages. They have gotten used to reading subtitles and hearing dubbed versions. So, as media exposure is increasing, the stories that we are trying to find are becoming more widespread, the source of the stories is all over the world.” Kheterpal acquired the rights for Spanish screenwriter and director Oriol Paulo’s “The Body,” “The Invisible Guest” and “Mirage,” which were remade in Bollywood as “The
Halle Bailey delivered a mesmerizing performance of “Part of your World” as she sang “The Little Mermaid” track live for the first time post-production.
"I Crashed My Airplane."Based on the circumstances of the crash, investigators and aviation experts were suspicious from the beginning. "I'll happily say I did not purposely crash my plane for views on YouTube. Given my background I could see why people would think that," he told the New York Times in January 2022.
Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor NBCUniversal is swinging its suite of free NBC and Telemundo 24-hour local news channels in major markets to Amazon’s Fire TV. Under the deal, U.S.-based customers with Fire TV and Amazon Echo Show devices can now access local breaking news coverage and original content on the free, ad-supported TV (FAST) channels of NBCU’s 15 NBC- and Telemundo-owned stations in top markets The agreement builds on NBCU’s existing deals to distribute Peacock on Fire TV, as well as Today All Day and Dateline 24/7 FAST channels. In addition, NBCU network apps including NBC, Bravo, E!, Oxygen, Syfy, USA, Universal Kids, MSNBC, NBC News, CNBC, NBC Sports and Telemundo are available on Fire TV.
A friend of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle has shared an adorable snap of the couple’s oldest son, Archie, in celebration of the youngster’s fourth birthday. Archie, who lives in California with his parents and younger sister Lilibet, celebrated his birthday on 6 May, which also happened to be the date of his grandfather, King Charles III’s, Coronation at Westminster Abbey. In a sweet tribute to the youngster, photographer Misan Harriman, who is a close friend of Harry and Meghan’s, took to Instagram to send Archie a sweet birthday message.
The Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry, has returned to California after catching a British Airways flight within hours of his father King Charles’ Coronation. Harry arrived at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) at around 7.30pm local time (3.30am UK) to reunite with his son on his birthday. Prince Archie turned four on Saturday and spent the day with his mother, Meghan Markle, at their US home.
Prince Harry has been spotted at Heathrow airport as he prepares to jet back home to California. As soon as King Charles' Coronation had finished, Harry, 38, jumped in a car and set off for the airport.
Prince Harry has been spotted for the first time as he arrived at West Minister Abbey for his father's Coronation.
Exes Olivia Wilde and Jason Sudeikis are hoping to dismiss their children’s former nanny Ericka Genaro’s lawsuit regarding her termination.
Is Meghan Markle gearing up for a Hollywood comeback? Some experts seem to think so. On April 27, the Duchess of Sussex became a crown jewel for WME and signed up for representation with the legendary agency, Variety reported. According to the outlet, numerous agency rivals attempted to land the former American actress since she and her husband Prince Harry moved to California in 2020.
Prince Harry's visa is currently under scrutiny after a lawsuit was filed demanding the immediate publication of the duke's American visa records.
has revealed who will be filling in for Katy Perry and Lionel Richie as they complete their coronation duties across the pond.Alanis Morissette and Ed Sheeran will serve as guest judges on Sunday, May 7, alongside Luke Bryan, while Perry and Richie fulfill their duties, ABC announced Monday.Morissette will be pulling double duty as she will also be a mentor to the remaining hopefuls, who will be performing her songs live on stage. The contestants will also perform duets of Sheeran's popular songs.Both are also slated to perform. Morissette will take the stage to perform one of her classics while Sheeran, who will be celebrating the release of his latest album, — (pronounced ), will perform his new single.
Global audiences have been gaga for Baba Yaga with Lionsgate/Thunder Road Films/87 Eleven’s John Wick: Chapter 4 now having passed the $400M mark worldwide.
Brian Steinberg Senior TV Editor Comedian Roy Wood Jr. did something many guests at the annual White House Correspondents Dinner forget to do: celebrate journalism. In a series of funny remarks that took on everything from Don Lemon to Fox News Channel’s massive $787.5 million settlement to Dominion Voting to President Biden’s age, Wood devoted significant time to calling for support for local journalism, noting that reporters working for regional and local media outlets are often the first to spot malfeasance or something wrong. He also mentioned his father’s work in local radio and his mother’s career in education. The comments added a personal touch to the proceedings, which are organized each year by the White House Correspondents Association and meant to call attention to the mission of holding government officials accountable in reporting meant to be consumed by the American public.
Luke Bryan is teasing on who is filling in for Katy Perry and Lionel Richie on American Idol next week while they’re on coronation duty, and the country star tells ET the fill-ins are “big time.”
Luke Bryan is teasing on who is filling in for Katy Perry and Lionel Richie on next week while they're on coronation duty, and the country star tells ET the fill-ins are «big time.»ET's Cassie DiLaura caught up with the «Play It Again» crooner Friday ahead of his headlining performance at Stagecoach in the California desert and shared viewers will love what the singing competition has in store.«It's big time. It's big time,» Bryan said.
Jem Aswad Senior Music Editor Celebrating the 10 th anniversary of her hit “Brave,” Sara Bareilles has announced the “Brave Gowns Collection,” a series of garments for children’s hospitals in partnership with the California-based company of the same name, started by Summer Germann, who lost her own younger brother to cancer. The collection includes a line of colorful hospital gowns for children intended to provide an alternative to traditional patient wardrobe. Dupporters can gift these gowns to children in hospitals across the United States or contribute a donation of any amount. Head here for more information. Bareilles said, “Over the years, I have seen healthcare communities adopt ‘Brave’ as an anthem — weaving my song into all kinds of stories of patients and their families as they face different challenges and continue to meet each moment with resilience and grace. I am so inspired by the very difficult work being done on the front lines by our health care facilitators and hospital staff and especially by the young patients in hospitals all over the country showing up every single day, even when it’s hard, with bravery and strength. This collection is meant to remind them all HOW BIG THEIR BRAVE IS and how much we love them!”
during an interview with reporter Anna Olma, of German radio station Rock Antenne, following the release of the group’s 11th studio album, “72nd Season,” earlier this month. “What’s the secret behind your beautiful hair?” asked Olma. “Is there a special conditioner?” “You know, a little bit of beer in there and some Jägermeister,” Trujillo casually replied.
EXCLUSIVE: Prime Video has expanded the cast for Season 2 of its neo-Western series Outer Range. Christian James (All American), Megan West (How To Get Away With Murder),Daniel Abeles (Women of the Movement), Kimberly Guerrero (The English) and Monette Moio (The Real Bros Of Simi Valley) have been tapped for recurring roles opposite Josh Brolin in the drama series. Character descriptions are being kept under wraps.
Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent Pulsar Content has acquired “Niki,” a film about the famous French-American artist Niki de Saint-Phalle, for international sales. The Paris-based banner will introduce the period project to buyers at the Cannes market with exclusive first stills. “Niki” marks the feature debut of popular French actor Céline Sallette and stars Charlotte Le Bon (“The Walk” “Saint-Laurent”) as de Saint-Phalle. Le Bon recently made her feature debut with “Falcon Lake” — which bowed at Cannes last year — and previously starred in Robert Zemeckis’s “The Walk,” as well as Terry George’s “The Promise” and Jalil Lespert’s “Saint-Laurent.” Le Bon stars in “Niki” opposite Damien Bonnard (“Les Misérables“).
Meghan Markle will be throwing Prince Archie a "low-key" birthday party during the Coronation, according to royal insiders.