France has officially chosen Jacques Audiard's innovative queer crime musical, 'Emilia Perez', as its entry for the Best International Feature category at the upcoming 2025 Academy Awards. The news has been confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter. The film features a dynamic cast, including Zoe Saldana, Selena Gomez, Adriana Paz, and Spanish actress Karla Sofia Gascon. 'Emilia Perez' tells the compelling story of a Mexican drug lord, portrayed by Gascon, who seeks the assistance of a lawyer, played by Saldana, to undergo gender-affirming surgery. The film, which blends genres in a unique way, premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, where it garnered significant acclaim, winning the Jury Prize and a shared Best Actress award for its ensemble cast. Director Jacques Audiard is no stranger to the Academy, having been nominated for an Oscar for his film 'A Prophet' in 2009. His previous works include acclaimed titles such as 'Rust and Bone' (2012), 'The Sisters Brothers' (2018), and 'Dheepan' (2015). France has a storied history in the Best International Feature category, having won the award 12 times. However, the country has not taken home the Oscar since 1992, when Regis Wargnier's 'Indochine' won. In recent years, France has faced challenges in securing nominations, with last year's entry, 'The Taste of Things', and the 2022 film 'Titane' failing to make the final cut. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the Oscar selection committee in France has faced increased scrutiny to improve its track record, especially after opting for 'The Taste of Things', a foodie romantic drama, over Justine Triet's 'Anatomy of a Fall', which won the Palme d'Or and went on to receive five Oscar nominations, including one win for Best Original Screenplay. The submission deadline for the 96th Academy Awards is November 14, with the shortlist for Best International Feature to be revealed on December 17. Nominations will follow on January 17, 2025, leading up to the awards ceremony scheduled for Sunday, March 2, 2025.
19 September,2024 08:40 PM IST | Mumbai | ANIOn Wednesday, it was officially announced that the Global rock band Coldplay is all set to enthrall the Indian audience with a special concert in 2025. On Wednesday, BookMyShow Live, the live entertainment experiential division of BookMyShow, shared the update on their official Instagram handle with a small teaser. They are bringing their Music of Spheres World Tour to India. Date, venue and booking details of Coldplay Mumbai concert Now, Coldplay has put out the dates of the India tour and other countries. It looks like India will start the new year on a grand musical note with the band playing in Mumbai on January 18 and 19. The concert will be held at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. The band will be performing on both Saturday and Sunday. Tickets will go on sale on September 22, 2024, at 12 PM IST on BookMyShow and the starting price for tickets is Rs 2,500. Fans will be able to purchase up to eight tickets per transaction, ensuring that large groups of friends and family can enjoy the concert together. The tickets will be available through Book My Show only as they are the official event partner. There will not be any pre-sale for bank customers. The tickets must be secured online as there is no sale of tickets at the venue. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Coldplay (@coldplay) Things to keep in mind before attending Coldplay concert in Mumbai The minimum age to attend the concert is 5. Children should be accompanied by adults who have a valid ticket for the show. The concert is expected to run approximately for four hours and once entered people cannot move out. If they wish to move outside the stadium before the show ends, re-entry would not be permitted. As with most large events, food and beverages will be available for purchase at the venue, though outside food will not be permitted. While the DY Patil Stadium is not air-conditioned, those who opt for the hospitality package will have access to air-conditioned pre-function areas.This package also includes premium food and beverage service, an elevated viewing deck, dedicated entry lanes, restrooms, parking, and a drop-off zone. Coldplay previously performed in India in 2016 as a part of the Global Citizen Festival in Mumbai. The band, which was established in 1997, consists of vocalist and pianist Chris Martin, guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman, and drummer and percussionist Will Champion. 'A Sky Full of Stars', 'Don't Panic', 'Viva la Vida' and 'In My Place' are some of the most hit songs of the band.
19 September,2024 10:18 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPamela Anderson will be honoured with the Golden Eye Award at the Zurich Film Festival on October 4 to recognise her career achievements. Subsequently, her new film, The Last Showgirl, with director Gia Coppola will be presented. Anderson plays Shelly, a 50-year-old showgirl, who faces uncertain future when her show in Las Vegas is cancelled after 30 years. That’s when she tries to mend her long-neglected relationship with her daughter, with the help of her colleague Annette, played by Jamie Lee Curtis. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
19 September,2024 07:10 AM IST | Mumbai | AgenciesIt has been 10 years since Eva Mendes last appeared on the big screen, in the fantasy thriller, Lost River (2014). However, she is keeping a door open for a potential return to acting. The Fast Five (2011) actor recently stopped by on the set of Good Morning America to chat about her debut children’s book, Desi, Mami, and the Never-Ending Worries. When asked if she would ever come back to Hollywood, Mendes said, “I don’t know. [Maybe] if there’s interesting roles. I left at a time where, 10 years ago, I kind of felt like I did it, I [had] just worked with Ryan Gosling. He’s like the best.” Calling it a high of my career to work with Gosling, she added, “What we created together that I was like, ‘This is a good time to Seinfeld it and just walk out.’ So, who knows?” For the uninitiated, Seinfeld ended abruptly after season nine, despite being popular, as co-creator and star Jerry Seinfeld felt it was the right time to end the series. Mendes took a step back from acting to focus on raising Gosling and her two daughters, Esmeralda Amada, nine, and Amada Lee, seven, as well as other career endeavours. “It was a no-brainer,” she previously told the Today show. “I’m so lucky, if I could have this time with my children, and still work. I just didn’t act, because acting takes you on location. It takes you away. It was almost like a non-verbal agreement that he [Gosling] is going to work and I’m going to work. I’m just going to work here.’” While the couple have kept their relationship private over the years, they have continued to find subtle ways to show their support for each other, such as Mendes’ sweet Instagram post following Gosling’s dazzling, “I’m Just Ken” Oscar performance earlier this year. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
19 September,2024 07:08 AM IST | Mumbai | AgenciesThe wait is finally over! Global rock band Coldplay is all set to enthrall the Indian audience with a special concert in 2025. On Wednesday, BookMyShow Live, the live entertainment experiential division of BookMyShow, shared the update on their official Instagram handle with a small teaser. View this post on Instagram A post shared by BookMyShow.Live (@bookmyshow.live) The post showcases a motion image of the announcement of Coldplay's performance in Mumbai. Coldplay will perform as part of the Music of the Spheres World Tour in 2025. More details of the concert will be shared soon. Meanwhile, fans are expressing their excitement about attending Coldplay's concert in Mumbai next year. "Best news...can't wait to attend the gig," a social media user commented. "Finally, the band is coming back. Yaay," another one wrote. Coldplay previously performed in India in 2016 as a part of the Global Citizen Festival in Mumbai. The band, which was established in 1997, consists of vocalist and pianist Chris Martin, guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman, and drummer and percussionist Will Champion. 'A Sky Full of Stars', 'Don't Panic', 'Viva la Vida' and 'In My Place' are some of the most hit songs of the band.
18 September,2024 10:40 PM IST | Mumbai | ANIThe anticipation for 'Mickey 17' has reached a fever pitch following the release of its first trailer on September 17. Warner Brothers shared the trailer on their official Instagram handle. In this upcoming sci-fi film directed by the acclaimed Bong Joon Ho, known for his Oscar-winning work on 'Parasite', Robert Pattinson takes centre stage, navigating a surreal existence filled with death and resurrection. The trailer opens with a striking line, "It was nice knowing ya. Have a nice death. See ya tomorrow." This sets the tone for Pattinson's character, who finds himself in a loop of living, dying, and coming back to life, offering a fresh twist on the sci-fi genre. Adapted from Edward Ashton's 2022 novel 'Mickey 7', the film boasts an impressive ensemble cast that includes Steven Yeun, Naomi Ackie, Toni Collette, and Mark Ruffalo. Originally slated for a March 29, 2024 release, 'Mickey 17' will now hit theatres on January 31, much to the delight of fans. Pattinson previously teased the project during his surprise appearance at CinemaCon in April, expressing his admiration for Bong Joon Ho. "I've been the biggest fan of Bong for many, many years; he's my hero," Pattinson shared in the interview reported by People magazine. The actor revealed that the script was presented to him as a challenge, "I was told, 'You're gonna love the script, but the part is impossible.' That was very, very exciting to me." He also highlighted the unique duality of his role, stating, "Mickey 17 is someone who has the lowest expectations of his life, and yet the world keeps pushing those expectations." Pattinson described the character as being burdened by a job that is torturous, which leads to the introduction of Mickey 18, who brings a whole new set of complications, including "frontal lobe damage and no self-control."
18 September,2024 05:39 PM IST | Mumbai | ANIActor Nicole Kidman, who is counted among the style icons, has opened up about her insecurities as a youth especially when it comes to the way she looks, reported People. In a new docuseries, the Oscar winner discusses the parameters of fashion in the 90s.Kidman, who was regarded as one of the most promising young stars of the 1990s, was the next in line to don an item of clothing designed by designer John Galliano just for her to wear to the 1997 Oscars.When Galliano approached her, the 'Hours' actor recalled that there was a lot going on in her mind concerning her body image and how she felt about the dress that was specially created for her."Can you believe it?" Kidman said, adding, "My whole life, I wanted to be 5'2" and curvaceous and suddenly, being 5'11 and completely sort of skinny and flat-chested was like, 'Great, we can dress you.' "Kidman also talked about how much she respected people who had established their own identities in the fashion industry."I grew up watching Audrey Hepburn and Katharine Hepburn and Grace Kelly, all these women whose style was created with the designers that they're affiliated with," said Kidman.She continued expressing her views, saying, "They just loved fashion. So I remember thinking, but of course, this should be brought into Hollywood now, and we should be wearing the things that are made in these gorgeous little salons in Paris. Because that's what they used to do, so why aren't we still doing it?"Kidman recalled the night she wore the dress designed by Galliano, "I mean, I was a red-headed, fair-skinned girl who was almost 5'11 at the age of 14," she said."I would get teased, and it wasn't kind. So every time I was given access to that whole world, you feel like a little girl who's been given the chance to step into this sort of fantasy world," she added, reported People.
18 September,2024 04:37 PM IST | Mumbai | ANIAfter rapper Sean 'Diddy' Combs got arrested in New York City amid a federal sex trafficking investigation, his lawyer shared that he is under treatment and therapy, reported People. The popular rapper was arrested on September 16. According to the federal indictment, he was charged with sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy and transportation to engage in prostitution. On September 17, during his arraignment hearing, his lawyer Marc Agnifilo, said Combs is getting treatment and therapy for things that most respectfully he needs treatment and therapy for and he's getting that," as reported by People. However, Agnifilo had not shared the details about Diddy's treatment, to maintain confidentiality. Agnifilo added, "Mr. Combs is not a perfect person. There's been drug use, there's been toxic relationships - which I think were mutual in their toxicity as these things often are," he continued saying receiving aid "at the ripe age of 54" should be appreciated. Combs has been in the headlines for a long time now. Most recently his former bandmate Dawn Richard filed a sexual assault lawsuit against him. Richard's suit included claims of battery, false imprisonment, withholding millions of dollars in unpaid royalties and wages, as well as stealing her copyrighted works. Richard's complaint was at least the eighth brought against him since his former girlfriend Casandra Ventura filed a lawsuit detailing years of physical and sexual abuse last year. That action quickly settled but led to other accusers, including Liza Gardner, Joi Dickerson-Neal and Crystal McKinney, bringing similar complaints. "Prosecutors also alleged he had what appeared to be drugs in the Manhattan hotel room where he was arrested on Monday". Diddy's alleged physical abuse began in 2009, according to the indictment. He is accused of hitting, dragging, kicking, and throwing things at victims in purported assaults that were occasionally witnessed by others, according to People.
18 September,2024 03:16 PM IST | Mumbai | ANICharlie Puth and Brooke Sansone are married now! After being engaged to his lady love for about a year, singer-songwriter Charlie Puth has finally tied the knot with Brooke Sansone. The couple reportedly exchanged their wedding vows in Montecito, California, on September 7. Now, in an awe-inspiring Instagram post, Puth has finally announced the beautiful news. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Charlie Puth (@charlieputh) Charlie Puth announced wedding with Brooke Sansone While announcing the news, Puth wrote, "I love you, Brooke…I always have. With you, I am my very best. I promise I’ll love you every day in this life, and even more when we move on to our next. Brooke Ashley Sansone, and now you’ll be Brooke Ashley Puth. Thank you for making me the happiest man alive. It has always been you." The 'We Don’t Talk Anymore' singer shared a series of intimate photographs from the ceremony, showcasing his custom all-black Bode suit paired with white lace, while Sansone dazzled in a strapless white gown designed by Danielle Frankel. Brooke Sansone shares her wedding vision According to Page Six, in an interview, Sansone revealed the couple's vision for their wedding. "I wanted our wedding to marry tradition with modern unconventionality," she explained, adding, "I wanted each detail to feel relaxed yet perfectly, thoughtfully curated." Sansone walked down the aisle to the sounds of a choir performing Aerosmith's 'I Don't Want to Miss a Thing,' and the ceremony was officiated by Puth's best friend. Reflecting on the moment, Sansone described a profound connection with Puth. "When I was standing up there, I have never felt more connected to Charlie -- it was like time stopped," she said, according to Page Six. Both the bride and groom included the line "It's always been you" in their vows. The couple's romantic history dates back to their shared upbringing in New Jersey. About Charlie Puth and Brooke Sansone Following the wedding, Puth was spotted wearing a gold band, fueling speculation that the newlyweds are enjoying a honeymoon in Lake Como, Italy. The couple's engagement was announced on September 5, 2023, with Puth sharing the news on Instagram alongside photos of Sansone's pear-cut engagement ring. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Charlie Puth (@charlieputh) "I am the happiest, best version of myself, and it is all because of you, Brookie," Puth wrote. Their romance became public with a heartfelt Instagram post during Puth's birthday celebrations the previous year. (Inputs from ANI)
18 September,2024 11:00 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentJennifer Lopez & Brett Goldstein to star in a rom-com? Yes, that's true. On Tuesday, September 17, several outlets reported that Lopez will star in a romantic comedy with Brett Goldstein in a Netflix film titled 'Office Romance'. Although the details regarding the project are still under wraps, the news of the two starring in a rom-com has been confirmed by Lopez herself. Jennifer Lopez confirmed the news about Office Romance If the updates on the current project are to be believed, Brett Goldstein is reportedly writing the screenplay with another 'Ted Lasso' alum, Joe Kelly. Lopez confirmed the news about being cast in 'Office Romance' by sharing an article by Deadline and captioned it, "This is going to be fun!!!" Deadline reported that Netflix secured the film after a competitive bidding war, marking Jennifer Lopez's third collaboration with the platform following 2023's 'The Mother' and 'Atlas', which was released earlier in 2024. Why Jennifer Lopez has been in the Headlines On September 14, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez were seen together as they enjoyed a fun day out as a family in Beverly Hills, California. According to Page Six, a source revealed that "Ben and JLo are currently at the Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel holding hands and kissing. The kids are with them, but at a separate table." The report also stated that the two were observed engaged in a deep and intense conversation in a parked car outside the hotel. Jennifer Lopez Files for Divorce from Ben Affleck As per TMZ, JLo filed for divorce without a lawyer on August 20, which was their second wedding anniversary. Rumours of troubles in their marriage started earlier this year after Ben’s house-hunting activities in Los Angeles coincided with Lopez's solo real estate browsing. Weeks after Hollywood singer-actress Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from Ben Affleck, she attended the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) for the premiere of 'Unstoppable'. Ben, who produced the film, skipped the event to avoid any awkward moments given their recent split. That being said, JLo commanded attention in a bold outfit on the red carpet.
18 September,2024 09:38 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSinger-songwriter Miley Cyrus is facing a lawsuit over the alleged similarities between her track ‘Flowers’ and Bruno Mars' hit track ‘When I Was Your Man’. The lawsuit has been filed in a Los Angeles court, and was put in motion by Tempo Music Investments — which owns a share of the copyright in Mars' hit after it acquired songwriter Philip Lawrence's music catalogue, reports ‘People’ magazine. Tempo Music Investments has alleged that many "recognised the striking similarities" between the two songs upon the release of ‘Flowers’. The documents, accessed by ‘People’, state that ‘Flowers’ "duplicates numerous melodic, harmonic, and lyrical elements" of Mars' track. It read, “It is undeniable based on the combination and number of similarities between the two recordings that 'Flowers' would not exist without 'When I Was Your Man’”. "Accordingly, Plaintiff brings this action for copyright infringement arising out of Defendants' unauthorised reproduction, distribution and exploitation of 'When I Was Your Man’”, the complaint added. As per ‘People’, Tempo Music Investments also listed ‘Flowers’ songwriters Gregory Hein and Michael Pollack, who wrote the track with Cyrus, among multiple defendants, along with Sony Music Publishing and Apple, in the suit. Mars is not named as a plaintiff in the filing. The investment platform claims in the documents that it acquired "the copyright interests" of Mars' hit, which was written by the singer, 38, Lawrence, 44, Ari Levine and Andrew Wyatt, "in or around 2020”. Among the accusations, the suit states that "the opening vocal line from the chorus of 'Flowers' begins and ends on the same chords as the opening vocal line in the verse of 'When I Was Your Man’”. Tempo Music Investments wants Cyrus, and the defendants listed in the suit to stop reproducing, distributing or publicly performing ‘Flowers’.
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