Hello, Sidney. Did you miss me? Paramount Pictures and Spyglass Media Group unveiled the trailer and poster of the upcoming slasher Scream 7. When a new Ghostface killer emerges in the quiet town where Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) has built a new life, her darkest fears are realized as her daughter (Isabel May) becomes the next target. Determined to protect her family, Sidney must face the horrors of her past to put an end to the bloodshed once and for all. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Paramount Pictures India (@paramountpicsin) About Scream 7 Based on the characters created by Kevin Williamson, the film features Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, Isabel May, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Mason Gooding, Anna Camp, Joel McHale, Mckenna Grace, Michelle Randolph, Jimmy Tatro, Asa Germann, Celeste O’Connor, Sam Rechner, Ethan Embry, Tim Simons and Mark Consuelos. Directed by Kevin Williamson, the film is produced by William Sherak, James Vanderbilt, Paul Neinstein. It is a sequel to Scream VI (2023) and the seventh installment in the Scream film series. Paramount Pictures will release Scream 7 in Indian theatres on 27th February, 2026. Matthew Lillaird on returning to Scream 7 Lillard last appeared in the franchise in Wes Craven's original Scream (1996) as high-school student Stu Macher, a horror-movie-obsessed friend of Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell). He is eventually revealed to be one of the killers behind the Ghostface mask, alongside Billy Loomis (Ulrich, 55). "I'm thrilled to be back," Lillard said. "I'm nervous, because at this point in my life, the only thing I can do is sort of ruin how people consider Stu," the actor said about his character. "Especially if I come back and I suck or I was lame." "I haven't seen the movie yet," he said. "I don't know if it works, but it's a risk. And it's a risk that I was excited to take." "At the same time, I'm nervous to see the outcome. I hope people like it," Lillard added, as quoted by People. Lillard previously expressed hope that the long-awaited sequel would live up to expectations during a September 14 appearance at Silver Scream Con in Worcester, Mass. "The movie's fantastic, and I'm really excited for people to see it," he said of Scream 7, directed by the franchise's creator Kevin Williamson. "It's not gonna ruin the franchise, that's the good news," reported People.
15 January,2026 02:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentHollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio took a moment to reflect on the culture of movie theatres, calling cinema "our most definitive art form." Speaking at the National Board of Review gala, where he won the Best Actor Award for One Battle After Another, DiCaprio recalled his childhood days when his father took him to the historic Vista cinema to watch the original King Kong. "As I kept on watching, something shifted in me,' DiCaprio said, as quoted by Deadline on Tuesday. He further added, "It was a place to escape my neighbourhood. A place where something larger than my own life seemed possible. At some point, each of us sat in a movie theatre, the lights went down, something on that screen rearranged how we saw the world and ourselves. As I became an adult, I began to understand that cinema is our most definitive art form. It expresses what it means to be human." In a nod to his One Battle After Another director, Paul Thomas Anderson, DiCaprio added, "Very few filmmakers consistently live up to that ideal. One of them is Paul Thomas Anderson. I waited 25 years ... to make a film like this. That is so topical. So pertinent. About extremism, about divisiveness. That says something about the world we live in. It was an absolute honour and a joyous experience." In his speech, the actor thanked his mother, who was also present in the audience. "She believed in me long before there was absolutely any reason to. Driving me to auditions every single day after school. Supporting the dream that started in the theatres... This moment only exists because of you," he said, as per Deadline. At the 2026 Golden Globes, One Battle After Another emerged as one of the biggest winners, taking home the Best Motion Picture (Comedy or Musical), Best Director, Best Screenplay, and Best Supporting Actress for Teyana Taylor. 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
15 January,2026 01:45 PM IST | Los Angeles | ANIRihanna seems to bring more good news for fans, hinting that she is ready for a fourth baby with ASAP Rocky, just months after the pop star gave birth to their daughter, Rocki, as reported by Page Six. Recently, Love Island alum Montana Brown took to Instagram to share a video of herself pondering whether to have another child. "Deciding to get hot and sexy or get pregnant in 2026," the reality star, who shares two children with her fiance, professional rugby player Mark O'Connor, wrote atop the clip. "Decisions decisions.... motherhood parenthood relatable," Brown, 30, captioned the post. Rihanna, who shares kids RZA (3 months), Riot (2 months), and Rocki (4 months), with Rocky, has similar thoughts. "Wait! So I'm not crazy then? Bet!", the Umbrella singer commented on Brown's post, according to Page Six. Fans reacted to the mom of three's remark with mixed reactions about her expanding her family while putting music on the back burner. "badgalriri need to be pregnant with an album sis," commented one user. Last September, singer Rihanna welcomed her third child, a baby girl with her longtime partner ASAP Rocky. The Diamonds singer took to her Instagram handle and announced that her daughter was born on September 13, 2025, further revealing the little one's name. In what appeared to be an adorable nod to ASAP Rocky, the couple named their daughter Rocki Irish Mayers. The rapper's real name is Rakim Mayers, who later took the stage name of Rocky. Rihanna and the fashion designer, born Rakim Mayers, also welcomed sons RZA and Riot in 2022 and 2023, respectively, according to Page Six. 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
15 January,2026 01:08 PM IST | Washington DC | ANIHollywood's Zoe Saldana has become the highest-grossing actor of all time, beating Black Widow star Scarlett Johansson, reported Variety. The Academy Award-winning actor received the feat for her latest release, Avatar: Fire and Ash. Saldana has featured in the three highest-grossing films of all time, including 2009's 'Avatar' and its 2022 sequel 'The Way of Water', which hold the No 1 and 3 spots respectively. It is followed by 2019's Avengers: Endgame, which has been holding the No 2 position. With the addition of the 2018 Marvel film Avengers: Infinity War, Zoe Saldana has become the first actress to feature in four films that have collected over USD 2 billion globally. In addition to Avatar and her other MCU appearances as Gamora, Saldana's Star Trek trilogy also generated over USD 1 billion worldwide. Coming to Avatar: Fire and Ash, which was nominated for Cinematic and Box Office Achievement at the 2026 Golden Globes, has reached USD 1.23 billion at the worldwide box office, as per E! News, thus bringing the gross total of films starring Saldana to USD 16.8 billion. Scarlett Johansson previously held the record with USD 16.4 billion. Others in the top five were Samuel L Jackson, Robert Downey Jr., and Chris Pratt. On Tuesday, the actor expressed her gratitude on Instagram via a video message. "I just want to express my sincerest gratitude for the extraordinary journey that has led me to become the highest-grossing film actor of all time today. An achievement made possibly entirely entirely by the incredible franchises and the collaborators that I have been fortunate to be a part of. To every director who placed their trust in me, thank you. JJ Abrams (Star Trek), Joe and Anthony Russo (Avengers), James Gunn (Guardians of the Galaxy), and most importantly, thank you, James Cameron (Avatar), for believing in my potential for seeing something in me that I have not always seen in myself and for challenging me to always rise to the occasion. Your faith, your guidance, and your vision - they shape not only these films but me as an artist and to the fans around the world, thank you. Your unwavering support, passion, and loyalty are the true foundation of this milestone," Saldana said in the video. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zoe Saldaña (@zoesaldana) In Avatar: Fire and Ash, Zoe Saldana reprised her character as Na'vi warrior Neytiri, whose relationship with human soldier-turned-Na'vi leader Jake Sully remains the focus of the sequel. She is now expected to return for the fourth and fifth instalments of Avatar. 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
15 January,2026 12:59 PM IST | Los Angeles | ANIThe Bluff trailer, starring Priyanka Chopra and Karl Urban, is finally out, offering a glimpse into a high-octane action drama that centres on the survival of a family on an island. The film is directed by Frank E Flowers with a script he co-wrote with Joe Ballarini. The film brings an epic period thriller to life, set in the uniquely historical and culturally rich Cayman Islands, featuring stunning real-world locations, including the Skull Cave and the iconic bluff. The two-minute and thirty-second trailer begins with Karl Urban's entry, who is seeking a bounty which appears to be placed on Priyanka Chopra. Being a doting mother to her daughters, Priyanka navigates a treacherous battle against her violent past to protect her family. It is followed by the high-octane action scenes performed by Priyanka to hunt down the infiltrators at her house. Karl Urban also impresses with his swordsmanship, slashing the enemies in pursuit of her bounty. Prime Video shared the trailer on its Instagram handle on Wednesday. View this post on Instagram A post shared by prime video IN (@primevideoin) Siblings Anthony Russo, Joe Russo and Angela Russo-Otstot serve as the producers of the film under the production banner AGBO. The Russo Brothers are recognised for their projects like Avengers: Endgame and Extraction. The movie is slated to release on Prime Video on February 15. 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
15 January,2026 12:19 PM IST | Washington DC | ANIThe first film of the franchise, 28 Days Later, rewrote the rules of the zombie genre. The quaternary film, 28 Days Later: The Bone Temple, does the same, pushing the boundaries of the genre by questioning whether the transformation of an infected person is reversible, exploring the collapse of order in society and tackling the idea of a false God. Though tonally different from the previous films, it is rich in visual splendour. Director Nia DaCosta moves away from hardcore horror but adds a couple of jump scares and scenes of stomach-churning carnage and gore. The powerful score by Hildur Gudnadottir beautifully builds tension. The film begins not long after the events of 28 Years Later. Spike (Alfie Williams) has been unwillingly taken in by ‘the Jimmies,’ a cult of seven bewigged, sadistic killers, headed by Sir Lord Jimmy Crystal (Jack O'Donnell), who models himself after Jimmy Saville. The Jimmies sneer at Spike as he quaveringly fights one of them. A sea of blood and a dead Jimmy later, Spike is admitted into their gang. This sets the tone for the rest of the movie, as a poor Spike must now witness the horrific ways of the Jimmies in close quarters. Meanwhile, Dr Ian Kelson (Ralph Fiennes), responsible for the ‘Bone Temple’, an ossuary erected out of skulls, tries to understand the nature of the infected. Samson (Chi-Lewis Parry), the Alpha specimen from 28 Years Later, develops a taste for the morphine darts Kelson shoots at him to subdue him, which leads Kelson to the breakthrough that the rage virus may only be clouding his mind, and may not have taken over it completely. Learning that Samson is capable of depth, Kelson treats him with tenderness and agonises over solutions to help him communicate and regain his memories. Their moments of pathos are interspersed between the violence of the Jimmies, providing narrative respite. The film poses a pertinent and unsettling question: Is isolation as dangerous and as erosive as the virus flowing through the veins of the infected? Jack O’Donnell is every bit as menacing as the figure he has sworn allegiance to. In the previous movie, we are introduced to little Jimmy, who watches his father, a vicar, willingly get eaten by the infected. This leads him to pervert his father’s faith, develop a psychopathic theology to justify his rule and crown himself the son of Satan. He kills any survivors who have the misfortune to cross his path. Even more disturbingly, he refers to his acts of violence as ‘charity,’ which recalls Jimmy Savile, whose crimes lay shrouded under the facade of charity. Jimmy’s brutality and depravity are far more terrifying – born not out of a rage virus but a warped view of religion. Ralph Fiennes' Kelson is bizarre as a man of science. He quips that he feels like Androcles when pulling out a tranquillizer from Samson’s body, peppers his conversation with Latin phrases, sings Duran Duran songs and breaks out into a rom-com-esque dance with Samson, but surprisingly, you feel that this is the approach to adopt when confronted with the end of humanity. Ralph delivers a stunning performance, adding layers of complexity to his character, which culminates in a blazing heavy-metal act of madness in the climax. The film is replete with biblical allusions besides the obvious invocation of Satanism. The alpha specimen is christened Samson. Samson from the Old Testament was bestowed with superhuman strength but misused his divine gift to kill out of impulse, pride and fury. The infected Samson is an echo of that story. Kelson’s compassion and desire to deliver him from his fate make him a Christlike figure. His darts trigger a change in Samson, helping restore his previous self. What will happen when Kelson and Jimmy Crystal cross paths? Will Samson destroy the Temple like his namesake? Watch 28 Days Later: The Bone Temple to find out.
15 January,2026 08:55 AM IST | Mumbai | Nandini ShahThe Recording Academy and CBS have announced that Emmy Award-winning comedian Trevor Noah will return as host of the Grammy Awards 2026 one "final" time on February 1, reported Variety. According to the outlet, this will be Noah's sixth time as host of the Grammy Awards, and he will also serve as an executive producer of the show, which takes place at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and airs live on CBS. Noah's first year hosting the show was in 2021, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, reported Variety. The show's executive producer, Ben Winston of Fulwell Entertainment, says, "I am beyond thrilled to welcome Trevor Noah back to host the Grammys for his sixth, and sadly, final time. He's been the most phenomenal host of the show. He's so smart, so funny, and such a true fan of the artists and music. His impact on the show has been truly spectacular, and we can't wait to do it together one last time," as quoted by Variety. According to Variety, Kendrick Lamar leads the list of 2026 Grammy nominees with nine nods, followed by Lady Gaga and producers Jack Antonoff and Cirkut with seven; Bad Bunny, Sabrina Carpenter, Leon Thomas, and engineer Serban Ghenea with six; and Clipse, Doechii, SZA, Turnstile, and Tyler, the Creator, and producers Souwave and Andrew Watt with five. Earlier, the singer, actor and filmmaker Teyana Taylor described her first-ever Grammy and Golden Globe nominations as "one answered prayer after another", marking a defining moment in a year she says has been transformative both personally and professionally, according to People. In an exclusive interview with People magazine, Taylor reflected on the success of her 2025 album Escape Room, which earned her a Grammy nomination for Best R&B Album, alongside a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role in One Battle After Another. Taylor, 35, began her music career at the age of 15 but announced her retirement from music in 2020 following the release of her third studio album, The Album, citing a lack of appreciation as an artist. She later focused on acting, appearing in films such as Coming 2 America (2021) and A Thousand and One (2023), as per the outlet. 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
14 January,2026 11:06 AM IST | Washington DC | ANIOscar-winning actor Adrien Brody is set to make his Broadway debut in The Fear of 13, a searing play about a wrongly convicted death row prisoner. He will debut alongside actress Tessa Thompson, according to Variety. According to the outlet, "The Fear of 13 tells the true story of Nick Yarris (Brody), a Pennsylvania native who spends more than two decades on death row for a rape and murder he insists he didn't commit. Through a series of prison visits with a volunteer named Jackie (Thompson), Nick shares the impulses and consequences that shaped his life. Described as "devastating, darkly funny, and life-affirming," the show forces the pair to "confront what justice demands, what belief requires, and the perilous distance between true freedom and the illusion of self-determination," according to the official logline. Lindsey Ferrentino (The Queen of Versailles) adapted the play from the 2015 documentary by British filmmaker David Sington. David Cromer, who won a Tony for The Band's Visit and helmed George Clooney's Broadway debut in Good Night, and Good Luck, will be directing The Fear of 13 theatre play. Producers are Seaview, Wessex Grove and Gavin Kalin Productions. Performances will begin on March 19 at Broadway's James Earl Jones Theatre ahead of opening night on April 15, reported Variety. Brody, an Academy Award winner for The Pianist and The Brutalist, made his London stage debut with The Fear of 13 last October, reported Variety. Brody won the Best Actor award at the Academy Awards 2025, defeating strong competition from other nominees, including Timothee Chalamet, Colman Domingo, Ralph Fiennes, and Sebastian Stan. With his second Oscar win, Brody joined the A-list group of actors who have won the Best Actor award twice, including Spencer Tracy, Jack Nicholson, and Tom Hanks. He added the first Oscar to his kitty in 2003. Back then, he won the famous golden trophy for his portrayal of Wladyslaw Szpilman in Roman Polanski's war drama The Pianist. 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
14 January,2026 10:44 AM IST | Washington DC | ANIThe new teaser of the upcoming Marvel epic Avengers: Doomsday, features the union of Black Panther and Fantastic Four for the film. On Instagram, Marvel shared a teaser for Avengers Doomsday, which was similar to past teasers for Captain America, Thor, and the X-Men. However, this time, the makers have tried to include humour in the new teaser, which was missing in the previous teasers. Letitia Wright's Shuri, who took on the Black Panther mantle after the death of Chadwick Boseman in 2022's Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, returns with narration, saying, "I've lost everyone that matters to me. A king has his duties, to prepare our people for the afterlife. I have mine." Namor, in his black, comic-accurate suit, and his cousin Namora (Mabel Cadena) briefly appeared in the teaser. From the Fantastic Four squad, Moss-Bachrach's Thing is the only member who was introduced in the teaser. "King M'Baku of Wakanda," says Namor, to which the Thing introduces him as "Ben. Yancy Street between Broome and Grand." Marvel shared the teaser on their Instagram handle. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Marvel Studios (@marvelstudios) This teaser marks the first time that the Fantastic Four have met a character from the MCU after they made their debut in their alternate 1960s world in last summer's First Steps last year. The end credits of Thunderbolts had previously teased the Fantastic Four crossing into the MCU, and now they'll be able to meet a whole cast of characters in Doomsday. According to Variety, the Thunderbolts cast is returning for the massive team-up, including Florence Pugh, David Harbour, Wyatt Russell, Hannah John-Kamen and Lewis Pullman. They'll share the screen with Avengers stars Chris Hemsworth, Chris Evans, Anthony Mackie, Danny Ramirez, Sebastian Stan, Paul Rudd, Tom Hiddleston and Simu Liu. There will also be an X-Men crossover featuring Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, James Marsden, Kelsey Grammer, Alan Cumming, Channing Tatum, and Rebecca Romijn, according to the latest teaser. The film is slated to release in theatres worldwide on December 18, 2026. 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
14 January,2026 10:26 AM IST | Washington DC | ANIOne of the most intriguing elements of 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple isn’t just its scale or its horror; it's the philosophical territory it dares to enter. According to Ralph Fiennes, who plays the mysterious Kelson, the film transcends survival and spectacle, posing a far more unsettling question: what does it truly mean to be human in a world consumed by infection? Is humanity still alive in the soul of an infected person? Speaking about the emotional core of the film, Fiennes explains, “The new film explores the theme of innate humanity – is it still alive in the soul, in the heart, and in the mind of an infected person? Are they completely corrupted? Or is there the possibility of something human still there?” It's a question that reframes the infected not just as monsters but as tragic, fractured beings, forcing audiences to confront the blurred line between humanity and horror. Rather than portraying infection as a simple loss of self, The Bone Temple appears to treat it as a transformation that may not be entirely irreversible. Fiennes’ character, Kelson, exists in that morally ambiguous space where violence, memory, instinct, and emotion collide. His presence challenges the long-standing assumptions of the franchise, pushing viewers to consider whether the infected are merely threats to be eliminated or broken souls caught between what they were and what they’ve become. This thematic shift adds a new emotional weight to the 28 universe. While the previous installment focused on panic, collapse, and survival, The Bone Temple looks inward, exploring identity, consciousness, and moral decay. Fiennes’ comments suggest that fear in this film won’t just come from what chases you in the dark, but from what still remembers you in it. In a genre that often reduces its monsters to mindless antagonists, The Bone Temple dares to ask a more uncomfortable question: if even a fragment of humanity remains, what does that mean for those who are still fully human? And perhaps more disturbingly, what does it say about us? If fear once came from the speed and savagery of the infected, The Bone Temple hints at a more haunting kind of terror, one rooted in recognition. Through Kelson, the film asks whether what we destroy is truly gone, or merely transformed. And in that uncertainty lies its most unsettling horror of all. Plot of 28 Days Later: The Bone Temple The film will follow the events of 28 Years Later, picking up after Spike (Alfie Williams) is introduced to Sir Jimmy Crystal (Jack O'Connell) and his gang of acrobatic killers in a post-apocalyptic England. The official synopsis reads, "Dr. Kelson finds himself in a shocking new relationship -- with consequences that could change the world as they know it -- and Spike's encounter with Jimmy Crystal becomes a nightmare he can't escape. In the world of The Bone Temple, the infected are no longer the greatest threat to survival -- the inhumanity of the survivors can be stranger and more terrifying." Cillian Murphy will have a brief appearance in the film, reprising his role as Jim from 28 Days Later. Starring Ralph Fiennes, Jack O'Connell, and Alfie Williams, the film is directed by Nia Da'Costa. Sony Pictures Entertainment India releases the film in India on 16th January 2026.
13 January,2026 01:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Daniel Stern, popularly known for his role as Marv in Home Alone, is facing criminal charges. He has been charged with one misdemeanour count of soliciting prostitution in California. Daniel Stern ticketed for misdemeanour Ventura County District Attorney spokesperson Joey Buttitta told PEOPLE, “From what I understand, he was cited at the location and released.” Previously, the spokesperson told the magazine, “The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office submitted their ticket or citation to us, and it is being reviewed by our prosecutors.” Reportedly, Stern was ticketed in a prostitution case in California in early December. However, he was not arrested or booked in the matter. He was reportedly at a hotel in Camarillo when he was cited by the police. More about Daniel Stern Daniel Stern is an acclaimed American actor, filmmaker, and voice artist best known for his memorable roles in both comedy and drama. Born on August 28, 1957, in Bethesda, Maryland, Stern developed an early interest in acting and went on to build a diverse career spanning film, television, and theatre. He rose to international fame for portraying the hapless burglar Marv Merchants in the iconic Home Alone franchise, where his physical comedy and expressive performance made the character unforgettable. Beyond slapstick comedy, Stern has demonstrated remarkable range as an actor. He delivered a powerful performance in Breaking Away (1979), which earned the film an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. He later impressed audiences with dramatic roles in films such as City Slickers, Diner, and Very Bad Things. Stern is also widely recognised as the narrator of the popular television series The Wonder Years, where his warm, reflective voice became a defining element of the show. In addition to acting, Daniel Stern has worked behind the camera as a director and producer. Outside Hollywood, he is also an accomplished sculptor, with his public art installations displayed across the United States. With a career marked by versatility and longevity, Stern remains a respected figure in American entertainment. He has now quit Hollywood and moved to a farm in Ventura, where he and his spouse raise cattle, grow fruit, and care for citrus groves. He said that his success in the 1980s and 1990s earned him enough money to not have to work and also gave him a sense of responsibility to make the most of his good fortune.
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