The Chinese animated fantasy adventure Ne Zha 2 has just set a new record. The film&rsquo;s IMAX version grossed over $106 million on Monday, surpassing Avengers: Endgame's $83 million and becoming the highest-grossing IMAX release in China.
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📣China&rsquo;s highest-grossing animated film <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NeZha2?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NeZha2</a> will be released in US、Canada、Australia、 New Zealand、Fiji and The Independent State of Papua New Guinea. 🎉After 5 years' waiting, Nezha is Back! 🥳Hope to see you all in theaters! <a href="https://t.co/dpJeG5OPBZ">pic.twitter.com/dpJeG5OPBZ</a>
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<h2>Box office success</h2>
The movie has now grossed $275.3 million over Valentine&rsquo;s Day weekend, bringing its global box office total to an astounding $1.6 billion. Ne Zha 2 is currently the 11th highest-grossing film of all time and is expected to enter the top 10 soon. The film also grossed $7.2 million in the United States during its opening weekend.
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<h2>Chinese box office crosses $2 billion</h2>
The success of Ne Zha 2, along with other major releases such as Detective Chinatown 1900 ($443 million), Boonie Bears: Future Reborn ($101.9 million), Creation of the Gods ($153.2 million), and Operation Hadal ($48 million), has pushed the total Chinese box office past the $2 billion mark.
This marks a significant comeback for the Chinese film industry, compared to its $1.09 billion total revenue in 2024.
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<h2>What is Ne Zha 2 about?</h2>
Directed by Jiaozi, Ne Zha 2, like its predecessor, is based on the classic novel Investiture of the Gods. The film was a massive undertaking, with more than 4,000 people across 138 animation studios contributing to its production.
The story follows the legendary hero Nezha as he battles the formidable Dragon Kings to defend the fortress of Chentangguan. Released in cinemas on 29 January 2025, the film has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from critics.
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Entertainment: The animated movie is a sequel to 2019's Ne Zha and has been breaking box office records since its release in January, becoming the highest-grossing movie of 2025.

The Chinese animated fantasy adventure Ne Zha 2 has just set a new record. The film’s IMAX version grossed over $106 million on Monday, surpassing Avengers: Endgame's $83 million and becoming the highest-grossing IMAX release in China. Also Read: Captain America: Brave New World shatters expectations, grosses over $190 million worldwide 📣China’s highest-grossing animated film #NeZha2 will be released in US、Canada、Australia、 New Zealand、Fiji and The Independent State of Papua New Guinea. 🎉After 5 years' waiting, Nezha is Back! 🥳Hope to see you all in theaters! pic.twitter.com/dpJeG5OPBZ — CMC Pictures (@cmcpix2017) January 27, 2025 Box office success The movie has now grossed $275.3 million over Valentine’s Day weekend, bringing its global box office total to an astounding $1.6 billion. Ne Zha 2 is currently the 11th highest-grossing film of all time and is expected to enter the top 10 soon. The film also grossed $7.2 million in the United States during its opening weekend. Also Read: The action packed first teaser for Sivakarthikeyan's upcoming Madharasi is here Chinese box office crosses $2 billion The success of Ne Zha 2, along with other major releases such as Detective Chinatown 1900 ($443 million), Boonie Bears: Future Reborn ($101.9 million), Creation of the Gods ($153.2 million), and Operation Hadal ($48 million), has pushed the total Chinese box office past the $2 billion mark. This marks a significant comeback for the Chinese film industry, compared to its $1.09 billion total revenue in 2024. Also Read: A Complete Unknown trailer: Timothee Chalamet plays iconic musician Bob Dylan What is Ne Zha 2 about? Directed by Jiaozi, Ne Zha 2, like its predecessor, is based on the classic novel Investiture of the Gods. The film was a massive undertaking, with more than 4,000 people across 138 animation studios contributing to its production. The story follows the legendary hero Nezha as he battles the formidable Dragon Kings to defend the fortress of Chentangguan. Released in cinemas on 29 January 2025, the film has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from critics. Also Read: SNL50: Hollywood legend Jack Nicholson makes a surprise appearance at the anniversary special

Ne Zha 2 sets new IMAX record, becomes China’s highest-grossing IMAX release

The normally reclusive Hollywood legend Jack Nicholson made a surprise appearance at&nbsp;SNL50: The Anniversary Special at Studio 8H in New York. The actor introduced his long-time friend and SNL alum Adam Sandler, saying, "Ladies and gentlemen, Adam Sandler!" The pair formed a friendship while working together on the 2003 comedy Anger Management.
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Sandler responded warmly, saying, "Let's hear it for Jack, baby! Jack made it out tonight! Love you, brother," before performing his tribute to SNL&rsquo;s rich history.
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<h2>A star-studded celebration</h2>
The three-and-a-half-hour show was hosted by comedian Jimmy Fallon and featured appearances from numerous singers, comedians, and celebrities. Icons such as Eddie Murphy, Steve Martin, Meryl Streep, Tom Hanks, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Will Ferrell, Bill Murray, Kristen Wiig, Andy Samberg, and Robert De Niro were present.
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Lollipop - Lil Wayne and The Roots <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SNL50?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SNL50</a> <a href="https://t.co/1SR6owQ74s">pic.twitter.com/1SR6owQ74s</a>
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The event also included performances from renowned musicians such as Paul Simon, Paul McCartney, Sabrina Carpenter, The Roots, Bad Bunny, and more.
Paul Simon and Sabrina Carpenter performed "Homeward Bound", Miley Cyrus and Brittany Howard performed "Nothing Compares 2 U," and Lil Wayne and The Roots performed a medley, including "Uproar", "Lollipop", and "6 Foot 7 Foot".
In addition to musical acts, the show featured recreations of classic SNL sketches, celebrating the show's legendary impact on comedy.
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Entertainment | Hollywood: This grand event celebrated Saturday Night Live's half-century legacy, bringing together a mix of current and past stars from the show's illustrious history.

The normally reclusive Hollywood legend Jack Nicholson made a surprise appearance at SNL50: The Anniversary Special at Studio 8H in New York. The actor introduced his long-time friend and SNL alum Adam Sandler, saying, "Ladies and gentlemen, Adam Sandler!" The pair formed a friendship while working together on the 2003 comedy Anger Management. Also Read: Captain America: Brave New World shatters expectations, grosses over $190 million worldwide Sandler responded warmly, saying, "Let's hear it for Jack, baby! Jack made it out tonight! Love you, brother," before performing his tribute to SNL’s rich history. Adam Sandler's Song: 50 Years #SNL50 pic.twitter.com/tACkE3xNiJ — Saturday Night Live - SNL (@nbcsnl) February 17, 2025 Also Read: BBC removes David Tennant’s joke on Trump from BAFTA Awards coverage A star-studded celebration The three-and-a-half-hour show was hosted by comedian Jimmy Fallon and featured appearances from numerous singers, comedians, and celebrities. Icons such as Eddie Murphy, Steve Martin, Meryl Streep, Tom Hanks, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Will Ferrell, Bill Murray, Kristen Wiig, Andy Samberg, and Robert De Niro were present. Lollipop - Lil Wayne and The Roots #SNL50 pic.twitter.com/1SR6owQ74s — Saturday Night Live - SNL (@nbcsnl) February 17, 2025 Also Read: The action packed first teaser for Sivakarthikeyan's upcoming Madharasi is here The event also included performances from renowned musicians such as Paul Simon, Paul McCartney, Sabrina Carpenter, The Roots, Bad Bunny, and more. Paul Simon and Sabrina Carpenter performed "Homeward Bound", Miley Cyrus and Brittany Howard performed "Nothing Compares 2 U," and Lil Wayne and The Roots performed a medley, including "Uproar", "Lollipop", and "6 Foot 7 Foot". In addition to musical acts, the show featured recreations of classic SNL sketches, celebrating the show's legendary impact on comedy. In Memoriam #SNL50 pic.twitter.com/8aUmE6nHgy — Saturday Night Live - SNL (@nbcsnl) February 17, 2025 Also Read: Filming of Avengers: Doomsday delayed to April

SNL50: Hollywood legend Jack Nicholson makes a surprise appearance at the anniversary special

The first teaser for Madharasi, Sivakarthikeyan&rsquo;s upcoming action film with director AR Murugadoss, has finally been released. The movie marks the actor&rsquo;s 25th film and is produced by N. V. Prasad under Sri Lakshmi Movies.
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Excited to present the title glimpse of our high-octane action entertainer, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Madharasi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Madharasi</a>, with our favourite <a href="https://twitter.com/ARMurugadoss?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ARMurugadoss</a> sir and my dear <a href="https://twitter.com/anirudhofficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@anirudhofficial</a> - <a href="https://t.co/cQ5nfkEQY2">https://t.co/cQ5nfkEQY2</a> 😊👍<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SKxARM?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SKxARM</a> <a href="https://t.co/NhwXkQNSbI">pic.twitter.com/NhwXkQNSbI</a>
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<h2>Teaser breakdown</h2>
The short teaser does not reveal much about the plot but showcases an intense car chase and a brief glimpse of the actor preparing to take on a group of armed men. It also highlights a few action sequences featuring his co-stars Vidyut Jammwal and Biju Menon.
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<h2>Behind the scenes</h2>
AR Murugadoss initially planned to make the film in Hindi, but after those plans fell through, he approached Sivakarthikeyan for the project. Madharasi was first announced in 2023, and filming officially began on 14 February 2024 in Chennai. The movie entered post-production in July 2024 and reportedly has a budget of ₹200 crore ($24 million).
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<h2>Cast and crew</h2>
The cinematography for the film is handled by Sudeep Elamon, with editing by National Award winner A. Sreekar Prasad. Action choreography is overseen by Kevin Kumar, while Anirudh Ravichander is composing the music.
Madharasi features an ensemble cast, including Sivakarthikeyan, Rukmini Vasanth, Vidyut Jammwal, Biju Menon, Vikranth, and Shabeer Kallarakkal.
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<h2>Sivakarthikeyan&rsquo;s Box Office streak</h2>
Sivakarthikeyan had a successful run at the box office in 2024 with hits like the sci-fi comedy Ayalaan and Amaran, a biopic on Ashoka Chakra recipient Major Mukund Varadarajan. He hopes to continue his streak in 2025 with Madharasi.
Madharasi does not have an official release date.
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Entertainment: This upcoming action film features the debut collaboration between popular actor Sivakarthikeyan and renowned director AR Murugadoss and has fans hyped.

The first teaser for Madharasi, Sivakarthikeyan’s upcoming action film with director AR Murugadoss, has finally been released. The movie marks the actor’s 25th film and is produced by N. V. Prasad under Sri Lakshmi Movies. Excited to present the title glimpse of our high-octane action entertainer, #Madharasi, with our favourite @ARMurugadoss sir and my dear @anirudhofficial - https://t.co/cQ5nfkEQY2 😊👍#SKxARM pic.twitter.com/NhwXkQNSbI — Sivakarthikeyan (@Siva_Kartikeyan) February 17, 2025 Teaser breakdown The short teaser does not reveal much about the plot but showcases an intense car chase and a brief glimpse of the actor preparing to take on a group of armed men. It also highlights a few action sequences featuring his co-stars Vidyut Jammwal and Biju Menon. Also Read: BBC removes David Tennant’s joke on Trump from BAFTA Awards coverage Behind the scenes AR Murugadoss initially planned to make the film in Hindi, but after those plans fell through, he approached Sivakarthikeyan for the project. Madharasi was first announced in 2023, and filming officially began on 14 February 2024 in Chennai. The movie entered post-production in July 2024 and reportedly has a budget of ₹200 crore ($24 million). Also Read: Filming of Avengers: Doomsday delayed to April Cast and crew The cinematography for the film is handled by Sudeep Elamon, with editing by National Award winner A. Sreekar Prasad. Action choreography is overseen by Kevin Kumar, while Anirudh Ravichander is composing the music. Madharasi features an ensemble cast, including Sivakarthikeyan, Rukmini Vasanth, Vidyut Jammwal, Biju Menon, Vikranth, and Shabeer Kallarakkal. Also Read: Captain America: Brave New World shatters expectations, grosses over $190 million worldwide Sivakarthikeyan’s Box Office streak Sivakarthikeyan had a successful run at the box office in 2024 with hits like the sci-fi comedy Ayalaan and Amaran, a biopic on Ashoka Chakra recipient Major Mukund Varadarajan. He hopes to continue his streak in 2025 with Madharasi. Madharasi does not have an official release date. Also Read: Thandel box office: Naga Chaitanya's romantic thriller crosses 100 crores worldwide

The action packed first teaser for Sivakarthikeyan's upcoming Madharasi is here

Despite negative reviews from critics, Captain America: Brave New World has defied early predictions, grossing over $192 million worldwide in its opening weekend. This makes it the third-highest-grossing movie of 2025.
<h2>Box office performance</h2>
According to a report by Deadline, the film collected $27.5 million from the US market on Saturday alone. This brings its global total to $192.4 million, far surpassing the predicted $100 million opening. This also gives the movie the second-best opening in the Captain America franchise, behind Captain America: Civil War (2016).
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<h2>International collections</h2>
Brave New World has performed well in key international markets, collecting $10.5 million in China, $8.5 million in the UK, $6.6 million in Mexico, $5.6 million in South Korea, $4.7 million in France, $3.8 million in Australia, $3.6 million in Brazil and Germany, and $3.1 million in Japan.
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<h2>Brave New World</h2>
Directed by Julius Onah, Brave New World follows Captain America as he becomes entangled in a global conspiracy after saving the life of newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross, played by Harrison Ford. This marks Ford&rsquo;s debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
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Time to keep up Danny. Don't miss Marvel Studios' <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CaptainAmericaBraveNewWorld?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CaptainAmericaBraveNewWorld</a>, now playing in theaters everywhere. Get tickets: <a href="https://t.co/cIiKY5FX3x">https://t.co/cIiKY5FX3x</a> <a href="https://t.co/AGOvDoKsDv">pic.twitter.com/AGOvDoKsDv</a>
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The film also serves as Sam Wilson&rsquo;s big-screen debut as Captain America, after taking over the mantle from Steve Rogers following the events of Avengers: Endgame.
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<h2>The supporting cast</h2>
The movie features a strong supporting cast, including Danny Ramirez, Shira Haas, Carl Lumbly, Xosha Roquemore, and J&oacute;hannes Haukur J&oacute;hannesson.
Captain America: Brave New World is currently running successfully worldwide.
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Entertainment | Hollywood: The movie is the fourth instalment in the Captain America franchise, and despite mixed reviews from critics, it has exceeded box office projections in its opening weekend.

Despite negative reviews from critics, Captain America: Brave New World has defied early predictions, grossing over $192 million worldwide in its opening weekend. This makes it the third-highest-grossing movie of 2025. Box office performance According to a report by Deadline, the film collected $27.5 million from the US market on Saturday alone. This brings its global total to $192.4 million, far surpassing the predicted $100 million opening. This also gives the movie the second-best opening in the Captain America franchise, behind Captain America: Civil War (2016). Also Read: BBC removes David Tennant’s joke on Trump from BAFTA Awards coverage International collections Brave New World has performed well in key international markets, collecting $10.5 million in China, $8.5 million in the UK, $6.6 million in Mexico, $5.6 million in South Korea, $4.7 million in France, $3.8 million in Australia, $3.6 million in Brazil and Germany, and $3.1 million in Japan. Also Read: BAFTA Awards 2025: Prince William and Kate give the award ceremony a miss, here's why Brave New World Directed by Julius Onah, Brave New World follows Captain America as he becomes entangled in a global conspiracy after saving the life of newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross, played by Harrison Ford. This marks Ford’s debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Time to keep up Danny. Don't miss Marvel Studios' #CaptainAmericaBraveNewWorld, now playing in theaters everywhere. Get tickets: https://t.co/cIiKY5FX3x pic.twitter.com/AGOvDoKsDv — Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) February 16, 2025 The film also serves as Sam Wilson’s big-screen debut as Captain America, after taking over the mantle from Steve Rogers following the events of Avengers: Endgame. Also Read: Thandel box office: Naga Chaitanya's romantic thriller crosses 100 crores worldwide The supporting cast The movie features a strong supporting cast, including Danny Ramirez, Shira Haas, Carl Lumbly, Xosha Roquemore, and Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson. Captain America: Brave New World is currently running successfully worldwide. Also Read: Filming of Avengers: Doomsday delayed to April

Captain America: Brave New World shatters expectations, grosses over $190 million worldwide

According to Daniel Richtman, a reliable source for Marvel news, the filming of Avengers: Doomsday has been delayed until April because the script is still being worked on. This is not uncommon for Marvel projects, as many have undergone script revisions before and even during filming.
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<h2>Russo Brothers Return to Direct</h2>
The movie is being helmed by Anthony and Joe Russo, who previously directed Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. Anthony Russo had spoken about their return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, saying:
"Endgame was the end, and it took a little time for us to begin to think about it as something other than an end. We&rsquo;re very close with Kevin and Lou [D&rsquo;Esposito, Marvel Studios&rsquo; Co-President] and the entire Marvel team, and we&rsquo;ve had conversations through the years. We&rsquo;ve talked about a lot of ideas."
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<h2>What We Know So Far About Doomsday</h2>
The movie will see the return of Robert Downey Jr., not as Iron Man but as the villainous Doctor Doom. It is rumoured that Doom will kill Kang the Conqueror and set up the events of Avengers: Secret Wars.
Downey has stated that his appearance as Doom will be a one-time event, making it unlikely that he will reprise the role in Secret Wars. Instead, he will likely help introduce a new threat for the Avengers to face. There are also rumours that Doomsday will focus on Tom Holland&rsquo;s Spider-Man and The Fantastic Four.
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<h2>MCU Phase 6 Timeline</h2>
Avengers: Doomsday will be the second film in Phase 6 of the MCU, which will begin with Fantastic Four: First Steps, set for release on 25 July 2025.
The highly anticipated Avengers: Doomsday is scheduled to hit theatres worldwide on 1 May 2026.
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Avengers: Doomsday will see the Earth's mightiest heroes reunite on the big screen after the events of End Game. The movie also marks the return of Robert Downey Jr. to the MCU.

According to Daniel Richtman, a reliable source for Marvel news, the filming of Avengers: Doomsday has been delayed until April because the script is still being worked on. This is not uncommon for Marvel projects, as many have undergone script revisions before and even during filming. Also Read: Marvel fans react over new rumour of Dwayne Johnson playing Apocalypse in the X-Men movie Russo Brothers Return to Direct The movie is being helmed by Anthony and Joe Russo, who previously directed Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. Anthony Russo had spoken about their return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, saying: "Endgame was the end, and it took a little time for us to begin to think about it as something other than an end. We’re very close with Kevin and Lou [D’Esposito, Marvel Studios’ Co-President] and the entire Marvel team, and we’ve had conversations through the years. We’ve talked about a lot of ideas." Also Read: BBC removes David Tennant’s joke on Trump from BAFTA Awards coverage What We Know So Far About Doomsday The movie will see the return of Robert Downey Jr., not as Iron Man but as the villainous Doctor Doom. It is rumoured that Doom will kill Kang the Conqueror and set up the events of Avengers: Secret Wars. Downey has stated that his appearance as Doom will be a one-time event, making it unlikely that he will reprise the role in Secret Wars. Instead, he will likely help introduce a new threat for the Avengers to face. There are also rumours that Doomsday will focus on Tom Holland’s Spider-Man and The Fantastic Four. Also Read: Thandel box office: Naga Chaitanya's romantic thriller crosses 100 crores worldwide MCU Phase 6 Timeline Avengers: Doomsday will be the second film in Phase 6 of the MCU, which will begin with Fantastic Four: First Steps, set for release on 25 July 2025. The highly anticipated Avengers: Doomsday is scheduled to hit theatres worldwide on 1 May 2026. Also Read: Shakira rushed to hospital for abdominal pain

Filming of Avengers: Doomsday delayed to April

The Telugu romantic thriller Thandel has crossed ₹100 crore ($12 million) globally, making it the first movie starring Naga Chaitanya to achieve this milestone. The actor&rsquo;s previous highest-grossing solo hit was the 2019 film Majili.
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<h2>Box Office Success</h2>
According to reports, the film has grossed ₹63.25 crore ($7.6 million) from the Indian market and ₹36.75 crore ($4.4 million) internationally. Thandel marks the second collaboration between Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi after their 2021 film Love Story.
<h2>Inspired by True Events</h2>
The movie is inspired by a real-life incident in which 20 Indian fishermen from Andhra Pradesh were captured by the Pakistani government after they accidentally crossed into Pakistani waters in 2023. The film has received positive reviews from both critics and audiences, with praise directed at Naga Chaitanya&rsquo;s performance and its high production value.
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<h2>Opening Day Collection</h2>
On its opening day, Thandel earned ₹10 crore ($1.2 million) from the Indian market. In the Telugu market alone, the film grossed ₹9.5 crore ($1.14 million), while it made ₹15 lakh ($18K) in Hindi and ₹5 lakh ($6K) in Tamil. This makes it the best opening-day collection for Naga Chaitanya.
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<h2>The Crew</h2>
Written and directed by Chandoo Mondeti (Karthikeya&nbsp;and&nbsp;Bloody Mary),&nbsp;Thandel&nbsp;marks his third collaboration with Naga Chaitanya after&nbsp;Premam&nbsp;(2016) and&nbsp;Savyasachi (2018). Shamdat Sainudeen handles the cinematography, Naveen Nooli edits, and Devi Sri Prasad composes the music.
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Directed by Chandoo Mondeti and based on true events, the romantic thriller has just crossed 100 crores globally, making it Naga Chaitanya's highest-grossing movie.

The Telugu romantic thriller Thandel has crossed ₹100 crore ($12 million) globally, making it the first movie starring Naga Chaitanya to achieve this milestone. The actor’s previous highest-grossing solo hit was the 2019 film Majili. బాక్స్ ఆఫీస్ దుళ్లకొట్టేసారు.. థియేటర్స్ కి జాతర తెచ్చేసారు 💥💥#Thandel is a BLOCKBUSTER TSUNAMI ❤️🌊🔥#BlockbusterThandel crosses 𝟏𝟎𝟎 𝐂𝐑𝐎𝐑𝐄𝐒 𝐆𝐑𝐎𝐒𝐒 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐋𝐃𝐖𝐈𝐃𝐄 💥💥 Book your tickets now! 🎟️ https://t.co/5Tlp0WMUKb#100CroresThandelJaathara pic.twitter.com/wVug1dG9X1 — Thandel (@ThandelTheMovie) February 16, 2025 Also Read: Payal Kapadia's All We Imagine As Light loses international feature film BAFTA to Emilia Perez Box Office Success According to reports, the film has grossed ₹63.25 crore ($7.6 million) from the Indian market and ₹36.75 crore ($4.4 million) internationally. Thandel marks the second collaboration between Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi after their 2021 film Love Story. Inspired by True Events The movie is inspired by a real-life incident in which 20 Indian fishermen from Andhra Pradesh were captured by the Pakistani government after they accidentally crossed into Pakistani waters in 2023. The film has received positive reviews from both critics and audiences, with praise directed at Naga Chaitanya’s performance and its high production value. Also Read: Shakira rushed to hospital for abdominal pain Opening Day Collection On its opening day, Thandel earned ₹10 crore ($1.2 million) from the Indian market. In the Telugu market alone, the film grossed ₹9.5 crore ($1.14 million), while it made ₹15 lakh ($18K) in Hindi and ₹5 lakh ($6K) in Tamil. This makes it the best opening-day collection for Naga Chaitanya. Also Read: BBC removes David Tennant’s joke on Trump from BAFTA Awards coverage The Crew Written and directed by Chandoo Mondeti (Karthikeya and Bloody Mary), Thandel marks his third collaboration with Naga Chaitanya after Premam (2016) and Savyasachi (2018). Shamdat Sainudeen handles the cinematography, Naveen Nooli edits, and Devi Sri Prasad composes the music. Also Read: BAFTA Awards 2025: Prince William and Kate give the award ceremony a miss, here's why

Thandel box office: Naga Chaitanya's romantic thriller crosses 100 crores worldwide

In a recent interview with Deadline, HBO's Head of Drama Series and Films, Francesca Orsi, revealed that several new Game of Thrones spinoffs are currently in the works, beyond what has already been announced. The success of House of the Dragon has encouraged the network to expand the franchise even further.
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<h2>Upcoming Game of Thrones spinoffs</h2>
Orsi shared, &ldquo;We have other spinoffs that we&rsquo;re working on right now, one of which&mdash;which I won&rsquo;t get into&mdash;is very promising, and it is still within the Targaryen line.&rdquo;
She added, &ldquo;There are a number of other spinoffs, but we can&rsquo;t guarantee which will move forward. However, we are investing heavily in them. I would say A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is the most intimate one.&rdquo;
While details remain scarce, fans can expect more updates on these spinoffs in the coming months. Meanwhile, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is nearing its release.
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<h2>A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms</h2>
The series is based on The Hedge Knight, a novella written by George R.R. Martin. Set 90 years before the events of Game of Thrones, it follows the adventures of Ser Duncan the Tall and his young squire, Egg, who will one day become King Aegon V Targaryen.
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The show stars Peter Claffey in the lead role, with Ira Parker serving as showrunner. The six-episode series is currently in post-production.
Speaking about the show on his blog, George R.R. Martin wrote, &ldquo;I&rsquo;ve seen all six episodes now (the last two in rough cuts, admittedly), and I loved them. Dunk and Egg have always been among my favourite characters, and the actors we found to portray them are just incredible.&rdquo;
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HBO's Head of Drama Series and Films has just confirmed the good news that there are plans for multiple new Game of Thrones spinoffs

In a recent interview with Deadline, HBO's Head of Drama Series and Films, Francesca Orsi, revealed that several new Game of Thrones spinoffs are currently in the works, beyond what has already been announced. The success of House of the Dragon has encouraged the network to expand the franchise even further. Also Read: Captain America: Brave New World faces box office slump in Chinese market Upcoming Game of Thrones spinoffs Orsi shared, “We have other spinoffs that we’re working on right now, one of which—which I won’t get into—is very promising, and it is still within the Targaryen line.” She added, “There are a number of other spinoffs, but we can’t guarantee which will move forward. However, we are investing heavily in them. I would say A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is the most intimate one.” While details remain scarce, fans can expect more updates on these spinoffs in the coming months. Meanwhile, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is nearing its release. Also Read:Daredevil: Born Again showrunner shares exciting update on season 2 A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms The series is based on The Hedge Knight, a novella written by George R.R. Martin. Set 90 years before the events of Game of Thrones, it follows the adventures of Ser Duncan the Tall and his young squire, Egg, who will one day become King Aegon V Targaryen. Also Read: Director search intensifies for DCU's Clayface movie The show stars Peter Claffey in the lead role, with Ira Parker serving as showrunner. The six-episode series is currently in post-production. Speaking about the show on his blog, George R.R. Martin wrote, “I’ve seen all six episodes now (the last two in rough cuts, admittedly), and I loved them. Dunk and Egg have always been among my favourite characters, and the actors we found to portray them are just incredible.” Also Read: Ne Zha 2 passes 1.6 billion at the global box office as it enters the US markets

HBO confirms more Game of Thrones spinoffs are in development

Following the dismissal of the sexual assault case against Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs, in which both were accused of raping a 13-year-old girl, Jay-Z has filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles on February 10, claiming that attorney Tony Buzbee intentionally inflicted emotional distress by bringing forward the allegations.
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In his filing, Jay-Z alleged that the case was deliberately filed during the premiere of Mufasa, a film in which his daughter Blue Ivy stars, forcing him to choose between supporting his daughter or dealing with the negative media attention.
The declaration further claimed that Jay-Z lost $20 million in contracts due to the lawsuit.
He stated, "I felt that Mr Buzbee was placing a gun to my head&mdash;that I either bow to his demands or endure personal and financial ruin."
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<h2>Background on the case</h2>
The lawsuit, filed by Tony Buzbee and Antigone Curis, accused Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl at an MTV Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000. However, the case was voluntarily dismissed on February 14 by Buzbee and Curis after several inconsistencies were found in the evidence.
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<h2>Jay-Z&rsquo;s Response</h2>
Jay-Z released a statement shortly after the dismissal via X, writing: "Today is a victory. The frivolous, fictitious, and appalling allegations have been dismissed."
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&nbsp;"This civil suit was without merit and never going anywhere. The fictional tale they created was laughable, if not for the seriousness of the claims. I would not wish this experience on anyone," he said.
He added, "The trauma that my wife [pop superstar Beyonce], my children, my loved ones, and I have endured can never be dismissed."
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Entertainment , Hollywood, Music | Rapper Jay Z released a declaration following the dismissal of a sexual assault lawsuit against himself and Diddy, in which he revealed that he will be suing attorney Tony Buzbee.

Following the dismissal of the sexual assault case against Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs, in which both were accused of raping a 13-year-old girl, Jay-Z has filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles on February 10, claiming that attorney Tony Buzbee intentionally inflicted emotional distress by bringing forward the allegations. Also Read: Ne Zha 2 passes 1.6 billion at the global box office as it enters the US markets In his filing, Jay-Z alleged that the case was deliberately filed during the premiere of Mufasa, a film in which his daughter Blue Ivy stars, forcing him to choose between supporting his daughter or dealing with the negative media attention. The declaration further claimed that Jay-Z lost $20 million in contracts due to the lawsuit. He stated, "I felt that Mr Buzbee was placing a gun to my head—that I either bow to his demands or endure personal and financial ruin." Also Read: Captain America: Brave New World faces box office slump in Chinese market Background on the case The lawsuit, filed by Tony Buzbee and Antigone Curis, accused Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl at an MTV Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000. However, the case was voluntarily dismissed on February 14 by Buzbee and Curis after several inconsistencies were found in the evidence. Also Read: Daredevil: Born Again showrunner shares exciting update on season 2 Jay-Z’s Response Jay-Z released a statement shortly after the dismissal via X, writing: "Today is a victory. The frivolous, fictitious, and appalling allegations have been dismissed." pic.twitter.com/ccNEhnYmD9 — Roc Nation (@RocNation) February 14, 2025 "This civil suit was without merit and never going anywhere. The fictional tale they created was laughable, if not for the seriousness of the claims. I would not wish this experience on anyone," he said. He added, "The trauma that my wife [pop superstar Beyonce], my children, my loved ones, and I have endured can never be dismissed." Also Read: Alien: Romulus director Fede Álvarez shares update on sequel

Jay Z sues attorney Tony Buzbee after dismissal of sexual assault case

The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) has launched a detailed investigation into allegations of excessive spending on renovations and luxury additions at 6 Flagstaff Bungalow, the residence of former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal.&nbsp;
The CVC has directed the Central Public Works Department (CPWD) to conduct a thorough probe over claims that the "building norms were flouted to construct a lavish mansion (Sheesh Mahal) covering 40,000 square yards (8 acres)."
The probe was initiated after BJP leader Vijender Gupta filed a complaint, claiming that government properties were merged unlawfully to facilitate the construction, violating several building regulations.
Gupta, in his first complaint, alleged that government properties, including Plot Nos. 45 and 47 on Rajpur Road (previously housing senior officers and judges in Type-V flats) and two bungalows (8-A &amp; 8-B, Flag Staff Road), were demolished and then merged into the new residence, violating ground coverage and floor area ratio (FAR) norms and lacked proper layout plan approvals.
In his second complaint, the newly-elected BJP MLA from Rohini alleged "extravagant spending" on the renovation and interior decoration of the bungalow on 6, Flag Staff Road.
He also claimed "massive financial irregularities" and extravagant spending of taxpayers' money, totalling millions of rupees, on luxurious upgrades to the bungalow.&nbsp;
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<h2>'I welcome the vigilance inquiry,' says Manjinder Singh Sirsa&nbsp;</h2>
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Manjinder Singh Sirsa said he was shocked when he came to know that the bungalow's property was expanded to 8 acres.
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"... I am shocked to know that the area of the bungalow is 8 acres. Arvind Kejriwal needed an 8-acre house to live in... I welcome the vigilance inquiry against it," Sirsa told news agency ANI.
<h2>Luxurious &lsquo;Sheesh Mahal&rsquo;</h2>
In October last year, an inventory of the items installed at the bungalow was released by the Public Works Department (PWD). The list included high-end appliances, gadgets, and items costing over Rs 100 crore ($10 million).
The AAP has repeatedly denied the allegations made by the BJP, calling them politically motivated.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

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The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) has launched a detailed investigation into allegations of excessive spending on renovations and luxury additions at 6 Flagstaff Bungalow, the residence of former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal. The CVC has directed the Central Public Works Department (CPWD) to conduct a thorough probe over claims that the "building norms were flouted to construct a lavish mansion (Sheesh Mahal) covering 40,000 square yards (8 acres)." The probe was initiated after BJP leader Vijender Gupta filed a complaint, claiming that government properties were merged unlawfully to facilitate the construction, violating several building regulations. Gupta, in his first complaint, alleged that government properties, including Plot Nos. 45 and 47 on Rajpur Road (previously housing senior officers and judges in Type-V flats) and two bungalows (8-A & 8-B, Flag Staff Road), were demolished and then merged into the new residence, violating ground coverage and floor area ratio (FAR) norms and lacked proper layout plan approvals. In his second complaint, the newly-elected BJP MLA from Rohini alleged "extravagant spending" on the renovation and interior decoration of the bungalow on 6, Flag Staff Road. He also claimed "massive financial irregularities" and extravagant spending of taxpayers' money, totalling millions of rupees, on luxurious upgrades to the bungalow. Also read: Delhi Election Results 2025: Arvind Kejriwal concedes defeat, accepts 'people's mandate' 'I welcome the vigilance inquiry,' says Manjinder Singh Sirsa Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Manjinder Singh Sirsa said he was shocked when he came to know that the bungalow's property was expanded to 8 acres. #WATCH | Delhi | On CVC ordered a probe into 6 Flagstaff Bungalow (Residence of former CM Arvind Kejriwal) renovations, BJP MLA Manjinder Singh Sirsa says, "... I am shocked to know that the area of the Bungalow is 8 acres. Arvind Kejriwal needed an 8-acre house to live in... I… https://t.co/lPVYnEeIoJ pic.twitter.com/hH0Y7250Bf — ANI (@ANI) February 15, 2025 "... I am shocked to know that the area of the bungalow is 8 acres. Arvind Kejriwal needed an 8-acre house to live in... I welcome the vigilance inquiry against it," Sirsa told news agency ANI. Luxurious ‘Sheesh Mahal’ In October last year, an inventory of the items installed at the bungalow was released by the Public Works Department (PWD). The list included high-end appliances, gadgets, and items costing over Rs 100 crore ($10 million). The AAP has repeatedly denied the allegations made by the BJP, calling them politically motivated. (With inputs from agencies)

Bloodhounds star Kim Sae-ron found dead at home in South Korea

A new Superman promo has fans laughing as sports legend Shaquille O'Neal, aka Shaq, admires the iconic Superman suit while standing next to David Corenswet. Just as Shaq seems ready to step into the role, director James Gunn appears, introducing Corenswet as the new Superman, much to Shaq&rsquo;s disappointment.
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Shaquille O'Neal is no stranger to DC superheroes, having played the lead in Steel (1997). Gunn also released a behind-the-scenes video which showed the various funny outtakes from the promo, proving that DC Studios is pulling out all the stops to promote the upcoming film.
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<h2>Superman (2025)</h2>
James Gunn has confirmed that the film will not be an origin story but will instead focus on Superman&rsquo;s early years in Metropolis. The main cast includes David Corenswet as Superman, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor.
<h2>DCU launchpad</h2>
As the first film in the new DC Universe (DCU), Superman will serve as a launchpad for future movies and TV spin-offs. One of the first spin-offs will be Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, starring House of the Dragon&rsquo;s Milly Alcock and directed by Craig Gillespie, which began filming in January.
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<h2>Supporting Cast</h2>
The film boasts an impressive ensemble, including Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan, Nathan Fillion, Isabela Merced, Skyler Gisondo, Sara Sampaio, Mar&iacute;a Gabriela de Far&iacute;a, Wendell Pierce, and Alan Tudyk.
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Here you go: the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Superman?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Superman</a> trailer. Krypto, take us home. Watch the teaser trailer now and ❤ this post to get updates from <a href="https://twitter.com/Superman?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@superman</a> before it hits theaters this July. <a href="https://t.co/w77kiKef54">pic.twitter.com/w77kiKef54</a>
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Superman is set to hit cinemas worldwide on July 11, 2025.
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A new promo for the NBA featured a fun interaction between director James Gunn, Superman star David Corenswet and basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal.

A new Superman promo has fans laughing as sports legend Shaquille O'Neal, aka Shaq, admires the iconic Superman suit while standing next to David Corenswet. Just as Shaq seems ready to step into the role, director James Gunn appears, introducing Corenswet as the new Superman, much to Shaq’s disappointment. Shaq was shook when he met the REAL @Superman 😂 pic.twitter.com/ZjebCcbHyu — NBA on TNT (@NBAonTNT) February 16, 2025 Also Read: Director search intensifies for DCU's Clayface movie Shaquille O'Neal is no stranger to DC superheroes, having played the lead in Steel (1997). Gunn also released a behind-the-scenes video which showed the various funny outtakes from the promo, proving that DC Studios is pulling out all the stops to promote the upcoming film. We had as much fun off-camera as we did on. #KazaamForever @SHAQ @corenswet @Superman pic.twitter.com/nfGBJELn7R — James Gunn (@JamesGunn) February 16, 2025 Also Read: Marvel fans react over new rumour of Dwayne Johnson playing Apocalypse in the X-Men movie Superman (2025) James Gunn has confirmed that the film will not be an origin story but will instead focus on Superman’s early years in Metropolis. The main cast includes David Corenswet as Superman, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. DCU launchpad As the first film in the new DC Universe (DCU), Superman will serve as a launchpad for future movies and TV spin-offs. One of the first spin-offs will be Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, starring House of the Dragon’s Milly Alcock and directed by Craig Gillespie, which began filming in January. Also Read: Ne Zha 2 passes 1.6 billion at the global box office as it enters the US markets Supporting Cast The film boasts an impressive ensemble, including Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan, Nathan Fillion, Isabela Merced, Skyler Gisondo, Sara Sampaio, María Gabriela de Faría, Wendell Pierce, and Alan Tudyk. Here you go: the #Superman trailer. Krypto, take us home. Watch the teaser trailer now and ❤ this post to get updates from @superman before it hits theaters this July. pic.twitter.com/w77kiKef54 — James Gunn (@JamesGunn) December 19, 2024 Superman is set to hit cinemas worldwide on July 11, 2025. Also Read: Captain America: Brave New World faces box office slump in Chinese market

Superman 2025: Shaquille O'Neal, David Corenswet, and James Gunn star in funny NBA Promo

As casting for the upcoming X-Men movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) continues, new rumours suggest that Marvel Studios is interested in casting Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as the iconic villain Apocalypse.
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Marvel Studios is interested in casting Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as Apocalypse in the MCU <a href="https://t.co/qDeGaDmgXI">pic.twitter.com/qDeGaDmgXI</a>
&mdash; MyTimeToShineHello (@MyTimeToShineH) <a href="https://twitter.com/MyTimeToShineH/status/1890812009639301144?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 15, 2025</a></blockquote>

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<h2>Who Is Apocalypse?</h2>
In the comics, Apocalypse is known as the first mutant, possessing the ability to alter matter at a molecular level and transfer his consciousness into new bodies, allowing him to survive for centuries. The character was previously portrayed by Oscar Isaac in X-Men: Apocalypse (2016).
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<h2>MCU Fans React</h2>
Marvel fans have always been vocal about the studio&rsquo;s casting decisions, and the rumour of The Rock playing Apocalypse has sparked mixed reactions online.&nbsp;
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So long as he doesn&rsquo;t do some corny ass &ldquo;balance of power&rdquo; in the MCU video&hellip;
&mdash; Harden TF Up 🇺🇸 (@Harden_TF_Up) <a href="https://twitter.com/Harden_TF_Up/status/1890816595150139407?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 15, 2025</a></blockquote>

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😆 <a href="https://t.co/XljTRahgek">pic.twitter.com/XljTRahgek</a>
&mdash; DesiNerd (@iamDesiNerd) <a href="https://twitter.com/iamDesiNerd/status/1890832129841336375?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 15, 2025</a></blockquote>

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Please no!😭
&mdash; Ushindi (@AmTalkinHere) <a href="https://twitter.com/AmTalkinHere/status/1890813442891686222?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 15, 2025</a></blockquote>

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I DONT THINK THE ROCK HAS THE RANGE TO ACTUALLY PLAY A GOOD VILLAIN WELL💯WOULD LOVE IF HE PROVED ME WRONG🤷🏾&zwj;♂️ULTIMATELY I DONT RELLY WANT THE ROCK IN THE MCU ESPECIALLY AS A VILLAIN BECAUSE IN ALL HIS CONTRACTS IT STATES THAT HE WILL NEVER LOSE ON SCREEN
&mdash; waff6ix (@waff6ix) <a href="https://twitter.com/waff6ix/status/1890837222322032710?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 15, 2025</a></blockquote>

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Please don't. Batista could work better.
&mdash; Eric (@breakingbaht) <a href="https://twitter.com/breakingbaht/status/1891088699435200637?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 16, 2025</a></blockquote>

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That could be a solid casting
&mdash; Scopey_13 (@Scopey_13) <a href="https://twitter.com/Scopey_13/status/1890826929202233693?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 15, 2025</a></blockquote>

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He would make a dope Apocalypse. The movie has to be A tho'....
&mdash; GlacierDon (@GlacierTheGreat) <a href="https://twitter.com/GlacierTheGreat/status/1890848560406540606?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 15, 2025</a></blockquote>

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&mdash; Monarch☘️Dafey (@MonarchDafey) <a href="https://twitter.com/MonarchDafey/status/1890868755909001356?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 15, 2025</a></blockquote>

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<h2>X-Men&rsquo;s Future in the MCU</h2>
So far, details about the X-Men reboot remain scarce. However, reports indicate that Marvel Studios plans to introduce key X-Men characters through cameos in upcoming MCU projects before leading into a full-fledged X-Men movie in 2026, following the release of Avengers: Secret Wars.&nbsp;
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With the casting for the X-Men underway at Marvel Studio, a new rumour suggests that the studio is looking at Dwayne Johnson to take up the role of the iconic villain Apocalypse.

As casting for the upcoming X-Men movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) continues, new rumours suggest that Marvel Studios is interested in casting Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as the iconic villain Apocalypse. Marvel Studios is interested in casting Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as Apocalypse in the MCU pic.twitter.com/qDeGaDmgXI — MyTimeToShineHello (@MyTimeToShineH) February 15, 2025 Also Read: Captain America: Brave New World faces box office slump in Chinese market Who Is Apocalypse? In the comics, Apocalypse is known as the first mutant, possessing the ability to alter matter at a molecular level and transfer his consciousness into new bodies, allowing him to survive for centuries. The character was previously portrayed by Oscar Isaac in X-Men: Apocalypse (2016). Also Read: Ne Zha 2 passes 1.6 billion at the global box office as it enters the US markets MCU Fans React Marvel fans have always been vocal about the studio’s casting decisions, and the rumour of The Rock playing Apocalypse has sparked mixed reactions online. So long as he doesn’t do some corny ass “balance of power” in the MCU video… — Harden TF Up 🇺🇸 (@Harden_TF_Up) February 15, 2025 😆 pic.twitter.com/XljTRahgek — DesiNerd (@iamDesiNerd) February 15, 2025 Please no!😭 — Ushindi (@AmTalkinHere) February 15, 2025 I DONT THINK THE ROCK HAS THE RANGE TO ACTUALLY PLAY A GOOD VILLAIN WELL💯WOULD LOVE IF HE PROVED ME WRONG🤷🏾‍♂️ULTIMATELY I DONT RELLY WANT THE ROCK IN THE MCU ESPECIALLY AS A VILLAIN BECAUSE IN ALL HIS CONTRACTS IT STATES THAT HE WILL NEVER LOSE ON SCREEN — waff6ix (@waff6ix) February 15, 2025 Please don't. Batista could work better. — Eric (@breakingbaht) February 16, 2025 That could be a solid casting — Scopey_13 (@Scopey_13) February 15, 2025 He would make a dope Apocalypse. The movie has to be A tho'.... — GlacierDon (@GlacierTheGreat) February 15, 2025 pic.twitter.com/GdpNZK0nIN — Monarch☘️Dafey (@MonarchDafey) February 15, 2025 Also Read: Director search intensifies for DCU's Clayface movie X-Men’s Future in the MCU So far, details about the X-Men reboot remain scarce. However, reports indicate that Marvel Studios plans to introduce key X-Men characters through cameos in upcoming MCU projects before leading into a full-fledged X-Men movie in 2026, following the release of Avengers: Secret Wars. Also Read: Daredevil: Born Again showrunner shares exciting update on season 2

Marvel fans react over new rumour of Dwayne Johnson playing Apocalypse in the X-Men movie

Ne Zha 2 is dominating the global box office. Since its release in China on January 29, 2025, the film has grossed over $1.6 billion worldwide, making it the 11th highest-grossing movie of all time. With its momentum, it is expected to break into the top ten soon.
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In <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/China?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#China</a>&rsquo;s <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BoxOffice?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BoxOffice</a>, in just 18 days, juggernaut <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NeZha2?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NeZha2</a> crosses $1.5B mark, beating <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Barbie?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Barbie</a> &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Frozen2?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Frozen2</a>&rsquo;s $1.45B, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TopGunMaverick?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TopGunMaverick</a>&rsquo;s $1.5B, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Furious7?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Furious7</a> &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TheAvengers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TheAvengers</a>&rsquo;s $1.52B as #11 highest grossing film EVER, after grossing $108.5M (&yen;787M) on BIGGEST 3rd SAT in a single market&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/eNza9Iy6D8">pic.twitter.com/eNza9Iy6D8</a>
&mdash; Luiz Fernando (@Luiz_Fernando_J) <a href="https://twitter.com/Luiz_Fernando_J/status/1890807792975380944?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 15, 2025</a></blockquote>

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The film is also currently the third highest-grossing animated movie of all time, trailing Lion King (2019) and&nbsp;Inside Out 2 (2024), which earned $1.65 and $1.69 billion worldwide respectively. If Ne Zha 2 maintains its pace, it could surpass Inside Out 2 and claim the top spot.
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<h2>Ne Zha 2 expands to U.S. markets</h2>
The movie debuted in international markets on February 14, 2025, receiving positive reactions from both critics and audiences. In the United States, it opened on 700 screens and has already grossed over $3 million, putting it on track to surpass the first film&rsquo;s U.S. total of $3.7 million.
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<h2>What is Ne Zha 2 about?</h2>
Directed by Jiaozi, Ne Zha 2 is a sequel to 2019&rsquo;s Ne Zha, both of which are inspired by the classic Chinese novel Investiture of the Gods. The film follows Nezha, who must battle the legendary Dragon Kings to defend the fortress of Chentangguan.
The film&rsquo;s success, along with the box office dominance of other 2025 Chinese releases like Detective Chinatown 1900, Boonie Bears: Future Reborn, Creation of the Gods, and Operation Hadal, has pushed China&rsquo;s total box office revenue past the $2 billion mark for the year.
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The voice cast includes L&uuml; Yanting, Han Mo, Chen Hao, L&uuml; Qi, Zhang Jiaming, and Yang Wei. An English-dubbed version of Ne Zha 2 is expected to be released in the coming weeks.
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The animated action-adventure extravaganza Ne Zha 2 has shattered both Chinese and Global box office records as it begins its entry into the US box office.

Ne Zha 2 is dominating the global box office. Since its release in China on January 29, 2025, the film has grossed over $1.6 billion worldwide, making it the 11th highest-grossing movie of all time. With its momentum, it is expected to break into the top ten soon. In #China’s #BoxOffice, in just 18 days, juggernaut #NeZha2 crosses $1.5B mark, beating #Barbie & #Frozen2’s $1.45B, #TopGunMaverick’s $1.5B, #Furious7 & #TheAvengers’s $1.52B as #11 highest grossing film EVER, after grossing $108.5M (¥787M) on BIGGEST 3rd SAT in a single market… pic.twitter.com/eNza9Iy6D8 — Luiz Fernando (@Luiz_Fernando_J) February 15, 2025 The film is also currently the third highest-grossing animated movie of all time, trailing Lion King (2019) and Inside Out 2 (2024), which earned $1.65 and $1.69 billion worldwide respectively. If Ne Zha 2 maintains its pace, it could surpass Inside Out 2 and claim the top spot. Also Read: Daredevil: Born Again showrunner shares exciting update on season 2 Ne Zha 2 expands to U.S. markets The movie debuted in international markets on February 14, 2025, receiving positive reactions from both critics and audiences. In the United States, it opened on 700 screens and has already grossed over $3 million, putting it on track to surpass the first film’s U.S. total of $3.7 million. Also Read: Director search intensifies for DCU's Clayface movie What is Ne Zha 2 about? Directed by Jiaozi, Ne Zha 2 is a sequel to 2019’s Ne Zha, both of which are inspired by the classic Chinese novel Investiture of the Gods. The film follows Nezha, who must battle the legendary Dragon Kings to defend the fortress of Chentangguan. The film’s success, along with the box office dominance of other 2025 Chinese releases like Detective Chinatown 1900, Boonie Bears: Future Reborn, Creation of the Gods, and Operation Hadal, has pushed China’s total box office revenue past the $2 billion mark for the year. Also Read: Alien: Romulus director Fede Álvarez shares update on sequel The voice cast includes Lü Yanting, Han Mo, Chen Hao, Lü Qi, Zhang Jiaming, and Yang Wei. An English-dubbed version of Ne Zha 2 is expected to be released in the coming weeks. Also Read: Captain America: Brave New World faces box office slump in Chinese market

Ne Zha 2 passes 1.6 billion at the global box office as it enters the US markets

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