<p>The North American box office got a big boost as Disney's new "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings," featuring Marvel's first leading Asian superhero, scored an unexpectedly strong $71.4 million opening, industry observer Exhibitor Relations reported Sunday.</p>

<p>That figure, for the Friday-through-Sunday period, was a Labor Day weekend record, the Hollywood Reporter said, and the film is expected to take in an additional $12.1 million on Monday. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-shang--chi-review-marvels-other-superheroes-pale-in-comparison-to-our-asian-hero-410430">Read the film's review here.</a></p>

<p>"This is a fantastic opening on a traditionally quiet Labor Day weekend," said David A. Gross of Franchise Entertainment Research. "The three-day number is a record-breaker for the holiday, a positive finish to the summer... (marking) a sensational weekend for the industry."</p>

<p>"Shang-Chi" stars Canadian actor, stuntman and erstwhile Deloitte accountant Simu Liu as Marvel's newest superhero, a former assassin in the shadow of an evil father. It also features Awkwafina, Tony Leung and Michelle Yeoh.</p>

<p>The film, which has drawn strong reviews for its choreography and Asian representation, enjoyed the second biggest opening of this pandemic year, behind Marvel's "Black Widow," which had an $80 million opening.</p>

<p>By way of comparison, Universal's slasher film "Candyman" topped last weekend's box office with just $22 million before slipping to second place this weekend with a three-day take of $10.6 million ($13 million for four days). It stars Yahya Abdul-Mateen II.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In third place this weekend was "Free Guy" from 20th Century, at $8.7 million ($11.2 million for four days). The sci-fi comedy stars Ryan Reynolds as an everyman bank teller who finds himself inside a huge video game.</p>

<p>Paramount animation "PAW Patrol: The Movie" came in fourth, at $4 million ($5.2 million for four days). It tells the story of a boy and the brave young pups who help him save their city from an impeachment-worthy mayor.</p>

<p>And in fifth was Disney's family adventure film "Jungle Cruise," with a take of $3.95 million ($5.2 million for four days).</p>

<p>Rounding out the top 10 were:</p>

<p>"Don't Breathe 2" ($2.2 million for three days; $2.7 million for four)</p>

<p>"Respect" ($1.2 million; $1.5 million)</p>

<p>"The Suicide Squad" ($905,000; $1.1 million)</p>

<p>"Black Widow" ($748,000; $903,000)</p>

<p>"The Night House" ($552,000; $700,000)</p>


The North American box office got a big boost as Disney's new "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings," featuring Marvel's first leading Asian superhero, scored an unexpectedly strong $71.

The North American box office got a big boost as Disney's new "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings," featuring Marvel's first leading Asian superhero, scored an unexpectedly strong $71.4 million opening, industry observer Exhibitor Relations reported Sunday. That figure, for the Friday-through-Sunday period, was a Labor Day weekend record, the Hollywood Reporter said, and the film is expected to take in an additional $12.1 million on Monday. Read the film's review here. "This is a fantastic opening on a traditionally quiet Labor Day weekend," said David A. Gross of Franchise Entertainment Research. "The three-day number is a record-breaker for the holiday, a positive finish to the summer... (marking) a sensational weekend for the industry." "Shang-Chi" stars Canadian actor, stuntman and erstwhile Deloitte accountant Simu Liu as Marvel's newest superhero, a former assassin in the shadow of an evil father. It also features Awkwafina, Tony Leung and Michelle Yeoh. The film, which has drawn strong reviews for its choreography and Asian representation, enjoyed the second biggest opening of this pandemic year, behind Marvel's "Black Widow," which had an $80 million opening. By way of comparison, Universal's slasher film "Candyman" topped last weekend's box office with just $22 million before slipping to second place this weekend with a three-day take of $10.6 million ($13 million for four days). It stars Yahya Abdul-Mateen II. In third place this weekend was "Free Guy" from 20th Century, at $8.7 million ($11.2 million for four days). The sci-fi comedy stars Ryan Reynolds as an everyman bank teller who finds himself inside a huge video game. Paramount animation "PAW Patrol: The Movie" came in fourth, at $4 million ($5.2 million for four days). It tells the story of a boy and the brave young pups who help him save their city from an impeachment-worthy mayor. And in fifth was Disney's family adventure film "Jungle Cruise," with a take of $3.95 million ($5.2 million for four days). Rounding out the top 10 were: "Don't Breathe 2" ($2.2 million for three days; $2.7 million for four) "Respect" ($1.2 million; $1.5 million) "The Suicide Squad" ($905,000; $1.1 million) "Black Widow" ($748,000; $903,000) "The Night House" ($552,000; $700,000)

'Shang-Chi,' with an Asian lead, sets a N.America box office record

<p>Author Paulo Coelho received a lot of love as he shared a happy post about a fan having gotten his name painted on his auto rickshaw, a popular type of public transport in India.</p>

<p>Indian auto rickshaws have a tradition of being quirky and colourful in way of messaging written at the backside of the locomotive. The most recent being one that Paulo shared about.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This particular auto was spotted in the southern state of Kerala with the name Paulo Coelho written in English and The Alchemist, one of his best-selling books, written on it in the local language Malayalam. Posting the picture on Twitter, Coelho wrote, “Kerala, India (thank you very much for the photo).”</p>

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<p>Brazilian author Paulo Coelho, born in Rio de Janeiro in 1947, is best known for his book The Alchemist along with Eleven Minutes and The Winner Stands Alone.</p>

<p>The Alchemist is the story of a young boy who, in search of adventure and love, travels the world.</p>


Author Paulo Coelho received a lot of love as he shared a happy post about a fan having gotten his name painted on his auto rickshaw, a popular type of public transport in India.

Author Paulo Coelho received a lot of love as he shared a happy post about a fan having gotten his name painted on his auto rickshaw, a popular type of public transport in India. Indian auto rickshaws have a tradition of being quirky and colourful in way of messaging written at the backside of the locomotive. The most recent being one that Paulo shared about. This particular auto was spotted in the southern state of Kerala with the name Paulo Coelho written in English and The Alchemist, one of his best-selling books, written on it in the local language Malayalam. Posting the picture on Twitter, Coelho wrote, “Kerala, India (thank you very much for the photo).” Kerala, India (thank you very much for the photo) pic.twitter.com/13IdqKwsMo — Paulo Coelho (@paulocoelho) September 4, 2021 × Brazilian author Paulo Coelho, born in Rio de Janeiro in 1947, is best known for his book The Alchemist along with Eleven Minutes and The Winner Stands Alone. The Alchemist is the story of a young boy who, in search of adventure and love, travels the world.

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<p>They finally confirm! Kim Sharma and Leander Paes are an item together as she made her relationship Insta official.</p>

<p>The actress took to her Instagram handle to share a photo with the tennis player. While Kim faces the camera, Leander has reserved his eyes only for the actress. She shared the photo with a nazar amulet emoji and a couple kissing emoji.</p>

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<p>Kim Sharma and Leander Paes’s dating rumours began when they were spotted holidaying together. The duo vacationed in Goa a few weeks ago. Since then, they have made a number of appearances together.</p>

<p>It was just a month ago when Kim Sharma took to Instagram to pen an appreciation post for Paes. She had shared an old post of Leander’s winning moment at the Atlanta Olympics and congratulated him on the 25th anniversary of his bronze win.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, there is an upcoming docu-drama on tennis stars Mahesh Bhupathi and Leander Paes by filmmaker Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari and Nitesh Tiwari. Titled Break Point, the ZEE5 series will be a special behind-the-scenes narrative on their Wimbledon win in 1999.</p>


They finally confirm! Kim Sharma and Leander Paes are an item together as she made her relationship Insta official. The actress took to her Instagram handle to share a photo with the tennis player.

They finally confirm! Kim Sharma and Leander Paes are an item together as she made her relationship Insta official. The actress took to her Instagram handle to share a photo with the tennis player. While Kim faces the camera, Leander has reserved his eyes only for the actress. She shared the photo with a nazar amulet emoji and a couple kissing emoji. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kimi Sharma (@kimsharmaofficial) × Kim Sharma and Leander Paes’s dating rumours began when they were spotted holidaying together. The duo vacationed in Goa a few weeks ago. Since then, they have made a number of appearances together. It was just a month ago when Kim Sharma took to Instagram to pen an appreciation post for Paes. She had shared an old post of Leander’s winning moment at the Atlanta Olympics and congratulated him on the 25th anniversary of his bronze win. Meanwhile, there is an upcoming docu-drama on tennis stars Mahesh Bhupathi and Leander Paes by filmmaker Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari and Nitesh Tiwari. Titled Break Point, the ZEE5 series will be a special behind-the-scenes narrative on their Wimbledon win in 1999.

Kim Sharma makes her relationship with Leander Paes Insta official

<p>There was moving testimony from Afghan filmmakers at the Venice Film Festival this weekend, as two female directors warned against trusting the Taliban's promises.</p>

<p>"In just two weeks, the most brilliant elements have left the country, at least those who were able," 38-year-old director Sahraa Karimi told reporters at the festival on Saturday.</p>

<p>"Imagine a country without artists," added Karimi, who has won several international prizes for her work.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She said the Afghan film industry had entirely stopped "in the space of a few hours" after last month's sudden takeover by the Taliban in the wake of the US military's withdrawal.</p>

<p>"The archives are now under the control of the Taliban. The work of directors vanished in a few hours. Some were able to leave with their computers, others with nothing at all."</p>

<p>Her fellow Sahra Mani, known for a documentary about victims of incest "A Thousand Girls Like Me", added: "This collapse meant we lost everything."</p>

<p>Mani, with a timid but determined air, used the example of Kabul's only mixed music school.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The Taliban are now occupying the building. They have destroyed the students' instruments and the students are in hiding," she said on the verge of tears.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mina, who became the first head of the Afghan Film Organisation in 2019, spoke of her personal escape on August 15.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-rom-com-queen-kate-hudson-takes-brave-turn-with-dark-fairytale-at-venice-410979" hreflang="en">Rom-com queen Kate Hudson takes 'brave' turn with dark fairytale at Venice</a></p>

<p>"I started my day normally, and several hours later I had to take the hardest decision in my life: to stay or leave the country.</p>

<p>"We are actors, directors, producers, we are not politicians. We just want to realise our dreams."</p>

<p>She described her fellow exiles as "ambassadors of Afghan identity", and warned against trusting the Taliban.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Not only are they more cruel, they are wiser due to their use of technology."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-angelina-jolie-expresses-concerns-over-girls-women-in-afghanistan-410941" hreflang="en">Angelina Jolie expresses concerns over girls, women in Afghanistan</a></p>

<p>"We can only be saved by the international community. Help us! We need hope. Please be our voices and speak about our situation," added Mani.</p>

<p>The pair were joined at Venice by members of the International Coalition for Filmmakers at Risk (ICFR), which was formed at last year's festival to help artists from countries in turmoil such as Myanmar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Today in Afghanistan, "the status of artist puts you in danger, you're at the top of the list," said Orwa Nyrabia, the Syrian head of the International Festival of Documentary Film in Amsterdam.</p>

<p>"We all have an interest in saving them, it's in our interest."</p>


There was moving testimony from Afghan filmmakers at the Venice Film Festival this weekend, as two female directors warned against trusting the Taliban's promises.

There was moving testimony from Afghan filmmakers at the Venice Film Festival this weekend, as two female directors warned against trusting the Taliban's promises. "In just two weeks, the most brilliant elements have left the country, at least those who were able," 38-year-old director Sahraa Karimi told reporters at the festival on Saturday. "Imagine a country without artists," added Karimi, who has won several international prizes for her work. She said the Afghan film industry had entirely stopped "in the space of a few hours" after last month's sudden takeover by the Taliban in the wake of the US military's withdrawal. "The archives are now under the control of the Taliban. The work of directors vanished in a few hours. Some were able to leave with their computers, others with nothing at all." Her fellow Sahra Mani, known for a documentary about victims of incest "A Thousand Girls Like Me", added: "This collapse meant we lost everything." Mani, with a timid but determined air, used the example of Kabul's only mixed music school. "The Taliban are now occupying the building. They have destroyed the students' instruments and the students are in hiding," she said on the verge of tears. Mina, who became the first head of the Afghan Film Organisation in 2019, spoke of her personal escape on August 15. Rom-com queen Kate Hudson takes 'brave' turn with dark fairytale at Venice "I started my day normally, and several hours later I had to take the hardest decision in my life: to stay or leave the country. "We are actors, directors, producers, we are not politicians. We just want to realise our dreams." She described her fellow exiles as "ambassadors of Afghan identity", and warned against trusting the Taliban. "Not only are they more cruel, they are wiser due to their use of technology." Angelina Jolie expresses concerns over girls, women in Afghanistan "We can only be saved by the international community. Help us! We need hope. Please be our voices and speak about our situation," added Mani. The pair were joined at Venice by members of the International Coalition for Filmmakers at Risk (ICFR), which was formed at last year's festival to help artists from countries in turmoil such as Myanmar. Today in Afghanistan, "the status of artist puts you in danger, you're at the top of the list," said Orwa Nyrabia, the Syrian head of the International Festival of Documentary Film in Amsterdam. "We all have an interest in saving them, it's in our interest."

Afghanistan becoming 'country without artists', exiled directors warn at Venice Film Festival

<p>In a first, James Bond will now also be dubbed in the Indian language, Gujarati apart from the widely spoken Hindi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With Universal Pictures announcing that the 25th installment of the popular James Bond film ‘No Time To Die’ will release in theatres worldwide including India (September 30), we have news that it will also be available in Gujarati, for the first time.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The <a data-ctorig="https://www.wionews.com/topics/daniel-craig" data-cturl="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/topics/daniel-craig&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjjzoa5j-ryAhWRzjgGHfjgBV8QFjAAegQIBxAB&amp;usg=AOvVaw1rj7PdJPgFcWlkU4oFe-Pq" dir="ltr" href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/daniel-craig" target="_blank"><b>Daniel Craig</b></a>-starrer James Bond film ‘No Time To Die’ will be the first Hollywood film to get a Gujarati-dub release. The dub version in Gujarati will be released simultaneously along with the English and Hindi versions.</p>

<p>Last year, the James Bond film’s Gujarati trailer featured British spy agent James Bond introducing himself to a security guard saying, "Naam Chhe Bond, James Bond."</p>

<p>Watch the James Bond film Gujarati trailer here:</p>

<p><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Rhj9o-5AA2U" title="YouTube video player" width="640"></iframe></p>

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In a first, James Bond will now also be dubbed in the Indian language, Gujarati apart from the widely spoken Hindi. With Universal Pictures announcing that the 25th installment of the popular James Bond film ‘No Time To Die’ will release in theatres worldwide including India (September 30), we have news that it will also be available in Gujarati, for the first time.

In a first, James Bond will now also be dubbed in the Indian language, Gujarati apart from the widely spoken Hindi. With Universal Pictures announcing that the 25th installment of the popular James Bond film ‘No Time To Die’ will release in theatres worldwide including India (September 30), we have news that it will also be available in Gujarati, for the first time. The Daniel Craig-starrer James Bond film ‘No Time To Die’ will be the first Hollywood film to get a Gujarati-dub release. The dub version in Gujarati will be released simultaneously along with the English and Hindi versions. Last year, the James Bond film’s Gujarati trailer featured British spy agent James Bond introducing himself to a security guard saying, "Naam Chhe Bond, James Bond." Watch the James Bond film Gujarati trailer here: Unbelievable! This is how much Hollywood’s biggest film stars earn James Bond actor Daniel Craig will not leave any money for his kids as he doesn't like 'inheritance'

James Bond film 'No Time To Die' to become first Hollywood film to get Gujarati-dub release

<p>Singer Lorde confirms that she will no longer be performing at the upcoming VMAs.</p>

<p>MTV made the announcement and posted a tweet that read: “Due to a change in production elements, Lorde can no longer perform at this year’s show. We love Lorde and cannot wait for her to perform on the VMA stage in the future!”</p>

<p>It is however unclear as to why this decision was taken.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Lorde is expected to attend the MTV VMAs as she is nominated for her new album, Solar Power, for Best Cinematography.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, other artists that will be seen performing at the VMAs are Justin Bieber, Kacey Musgraves, Chlöe, Doja Cat, Shawn Mendes, Twenty One Pilots, Camila Cabello, Lil Nas X, Machine Gun Kelly and Olivia Rodrigo.</p>

<p>The Video Music Awards will be hosted by ‘Woman’ singer Doja Cat on September 12.&nbsp;</p>


Singer Lorde confirms that she will no longer be performing at the upcoming VMAs. MTV made the announcement and posted a tweet that read: “Due to a change in production elements, Lorde can no longer perform at this year’s show.

Singer Lorde confirms that she will no longer be performing at the upcoming VMAs. MTV made the announcement and posted a tweet that read: “Due to a change in production elements, Lorde can no longer perform at this year’s show. We love Lorde and cannot wait for her to perform on the VMA stage in the future!” It is however unclear as to why this decision was taken. Due to a change in production elements, Lorde can no longer perform at this year’s show. We love Lorde and cannot wait for her to perform on the VMA stage in the future! 💛 — Video Music Awards (@vmas) September 3, 2021 × Lorde is expected to attend the MTV VMAs as she is nominated for her new album, Solar Power, for Best Cinematography. Meanwhile, other artists that will be seen performing at the VMAs are Justin Bieber, Kacey Musgraves, Chlöe, Doja Cat, Shawn Mendes, Twenty One Pilots, Camila Cabello, Lil Nas X, Machine Gun Kelly and Olivia Rodrigo. The Video Music Awards will be hosted by ‘Woman’ singer Doja Cat on September 12.

Lorde no longer to perform at MTV VMAs 2021

<p>Good news for all Indian Marvel fans!<br />
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Marvel studios' much-awaited epic action-adventure film <a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/salma-hayek-thought-marvel-would-offer-her-a-grandmother-role-in-eternals-406943">'Eternals'</a>&nbsp;will light up this Diwali with the special release. The studio has confirmed that the multi starrer movie will hit Indian theatres on November 5.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="http://13.235.153.162/photos/eternals-to-green-lantern-how-hollywood-is-paving-way-for-lgbtq-community-on-screen-386886" hreflang="en">'Eternals' to 'Green Lantern': How Hollywood is paving way for LGBTQ community on screen</a><br />
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The movie will release in five different languages -- English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam.</p>

<p><a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/hollywood/news-eternals-actor-kumail-nanjiani-jokes-about-his-delayed-marvel-debut-409618" hreflang="en">'Eternals' actor Kumail Nanjiani jokes about his delayed Marvel debut</a><br />
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Chloe Zhao directorial will open an alternative universe of superheroes for Marvel fans. The movie features diversity full star cast-- Gemma Chan as Sersi, Richard Madden as Ikaris, Kumail Nanjiani as Kingo, Lia McHugh as Sprite, Brian Tyree Henry as Phastos, Lauren Ridloff as Makkari, Barry Keoghan as Druig, Don Lee as Gilgamesh and Angelina Jolie as Thena.<br />
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Zhao has also penned the film's screenplay with Patrick Burleigh, Ryan Firpo and Matthew K Firpo.</p>

<p><a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/hollywood/news-eternals-why-has-chloe-zhao-been-credited-twice-for-writing-the-film-407212" hreflang="en">Eternals: Why has Chloe Zhao been credited twice for writing the film?</a><br />
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The movie is set after the events of 'Avengers:Endgame' which marked a turning point in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It also serves as the first film in phase 4 of MCU.<br />
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The film follows the title team- an immortal alien race created by the Celestials and who has been secretly living on Earth for thousands of years- as they reunite to protect the world from the Deviants- their evil counterparts.</p>


Good news for all Indian Marvel fans! Marvel studios' much-awaited epic action-adventure film 'Eternals' will light up this Diwali with the special release. The studio has confirmed that the multi starrer movie will hit Indian theatres on November 5.

Good news for all Indian Marvel fans! Marvel studios' much-awaited epic action-adventure film 'Eternals' will light up this Diwali with the special release. The studio has confirmed that the multi starrer movie will hit Indian theatres on November 5. 'Eternals' to 'Green Lantern': How Hollywood is paving way for LGBTQ community on screen The movie will release in five different languages -- English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam. 'Eternals' actor Kumail Nanjiani jokes about his delayed Marvel debut Chloe Zhao directorial will open an alternative universe of superheroes for Marvel fans. The movie features diversity full star cast-- Gemma Chan as Sersi, Richard Madden as Ikaris, Kumail Nanjiani as Kingo, Lia McHugh as Sprite, Brian Tyree Henry as Phastos, Lauren Ridloff as Makkari, Barry Keoghan as Druig, Don Lee as Gilgamesh and Angelina Jolie as Thena. Zhao has also penned the film's screenplay with Patrick Burleigh, Ryan Firpo and Matthew K Firpo. Eternals: Why has Chloe Zhao been credited twice for writing the film? The movie is set after the events of 'Avengers:Endgame' which marked a turning point in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It also serves as the first film in phase 4 of MCU. The film follows the title team- an immortal alien race created by the Celestials and who has been secretly living on Earth for thousands of years- as they reunite to protect the world from the Deviants- their evil counterparts.

Marvel Studio’s 'Eternals' to release in India this Diwali

<p>Benedict Cumberbatch&nbsp;starrer&nbsp;'The Power Of The Dog' recently premiered at the Venice Film Festival and the audience hooted and cheered with a four-minute standing ovation.&nbsp;<br />
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Now Benedict opened up about his role during the Telluride Film Festival and discussed the straight actors playing gay roles&nbsp;in the movie.&nbsp;<br />
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The 45-year-old actor played the character of rancher Phil Burbank, who strikes up a relationship with Peter (Kodi Smit-McPhee).</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-harvey-weinstein-slams-angelina-jolie-for-clickbait-publicity-denies-assaulting-her-411024" hreflang="en">Harvey Weinstein slams Angelina Jolie for 'clickbait publicity', denies assaulting her</a><br />
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“I feel very sensitive about representation, diversity, and inclusion,” Cumberbatch said at the Telluride Film Festival, as per reports. “One of the appeals of the job was the idea that in this world, with this specific character, there was a lot that was private, hidden from view.”<br />
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“It wasn’t done without thought,” he said. “I also feel slightly like, is this a thing where our dance card has to be public? Do we have to explain all our private moments in our sexual history? I don’t think so.” He added.&nbsp;<br />
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Further talking, Benedict added, “Jane (director) chose us as actors to play those roles. That’s her question to answer.”<br />
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This is not the first time when Marvel star is playing a queer character, before this, the actor has played a gay man --&nbsp;portraying Alan Turing in 'The Imitation Game.</p>

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The 25-year-old McPhee is also a straight man, said that there's a lot he relates with the role of Peter, and added, “I would say that there’s a lot in Peter that I relate to,” Smit-McPhee said. “Sure, I’m a straight man, but I’m extremely in touch with my feminine side. I was raised by my mother and my sister. Of course, my dad has a huge masculine influence on my life but he could never really take me away from the feminine side that I just intrinsically have in myself. It was just a matter of bringing it out… and letting it be in the world. It was a really experimental but beautiful thing to do.”<br />
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The movie will be released in theatres on Nov. 17 and then hits Netflix on Dec. 1.</p>


Benedict Cumberbatch starrer 'The Power Of The Dog' recently premiered at the Venice Film Festival and the audience hooted and cheered with a four-minute standing ovation.

Benedict Cumberbatch starrer 'The Power Of The Dog' recently premiered at the Venice Film Festival and the audience hooted and cheered with a four-minute standing ovation. Now Benedict opened up about his role during the Telluride Film Festival and discussed the straight actors playing gay roles in the movie. The 45-year-old actor played the character of rancher Phil Burbank, who strikes up a relationship with Peter (Kodi Smit-McPhee). Harvey Weinstein slams Angelina Jolie for 'clickbait publicity', denies assaulting her “I feel very sensitive about representation, diversity, and inclusion,” Cumberbatch said at the Telluride Film Festival, as per reports. “One of the appeals of the job was the idea that in this world, with this specific character, there was a lot that was private, hidden from view.” “It wasn’t done without thought,” he said. “I also feel slightly like, is this a thing where our dance card has to be public? Do we have to explain all our private moments in our sexual history? I don’t think so.” He added. Further talking, Benedict added, “Jane (director) chose us as actors to play those roles. That’s her question to answer.” This is not the first time when Marvel star is playing a queer character, before this, the actor has played a gay man -- portraying Alan Turing in 'The Imitation Game. From 'Spencer' to 'The Power of the Dog': Films chasing top prize at Venice Film Festival The 25-year-old McPhee is also a straight man, said that there's a lot he relates with the role of Peter, and added, “I would say that there’s a lot in Peter that I relate to,” Smit-McPhee said. “Sure, I’m a straight man, but I’m extremely in touch with my feminine side. I was raised by my mother and my sister. Of course, my dad has a huge masculine influence on my life but he could never really take me away from the feminine side that I just intrinsically have in myself. It was just a matter of bringing it out… and letting it be in the world. It was a really experimental but beautiful thing to do.” The movie will be released in theatres on Nov. 17 and then hits Netflix on Dec. 1.

Benedict Cumberbatch opens up about straight actors playing gay roles

<p>Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced Hollywood movie producer, has denied assaulting actress Angelina Jolie. The actress had recently accused him of assaulting her at the age of 21. In an interview, Jolie said that when she was doing ‘Playing by Heart’ in 1998, Harvey abused her as he and Bob Weinstein had executive-produced the film.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“If you get yourself out of the room, you think he attempted but didn’t, right? The truth is that the attempt and the experience of the attempt is an assault,” Jolie said and added that she subsequently “warned people about him” and attempted to “spread the word” that women should not “go alone with” him.</p>

<p><a data-ctorig="https://www.wionews.com/topics/harvey-weinstein" data-cturl="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/topics/harvey-weinstein&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi4lcj-0enyAhVw8HMBHe7wBakQFjAAegQIABAB&amp;usg=AOvVaw14DYR3rjxMSukxanXQUWAp" dir="ltr" href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/harvey-weinstein" target="_blank"><b>Harvey Weinstein</b></a> has, however, denied these charges. He shot back the claims, labelling them “clickbait publicity”.</p>

<p>Currently serving a 23-year prison sentence for rape and assault, he shot back saying she was falsely accusing him for publicity for her recently released book ‘Know Your Rights’.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said, “It's very clear to me that this is for more sales on Angie’s book. There was never an assault, and never an attempt to assault. You're Angelina Jolie, every male and female in the world, I'm sure, shows interest in you. Is the whole world assaulting you?”</p>

<p>Work-wise,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-angelina-jolie-makes-instagram-debut-with-powerful-statement-about-afghanistan-407413">Angelina Jolie</a>&nbsp;is all set to make her Marvel debut with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/salma-hayek-thought-marvel-would-offer-her-a-grandmother-role-in-eternals-406943">'Eternals'</a>this year.</p>

<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-angelina-jolie-feared-for-her-family-during-marriage-to-brad-pitt-410773" hreflang="en">Angelina Jolie 'feared' for her family during marriage to Brad Pitt</a></p>


Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced Hollywood movie producer, has denied assaulting actress Angelina Jolie. The actress had recently accused him of assaulting her at the age of 21.

Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced Hollywood movie producer, has denied assaulting actress Angelina Jolie. The actress had recently accused him of assaulting her at the age of 21. In an interview, Jolie said that when she was doing ‘Playing by Heart’ in 1998, Harvey abused her as he and Bob Weinstein had executive-produced the film. “If you get yourself out of the room, you think he attempted but didn’t, right? The truth is that the attempt and the experience of the attempt is an assault,” Jolie said and added that she subsequently “warned people about him” and attempted to “spread the word” that women should not “go alone with” him. Harvey Weinstein has, however, denied these charges. He shot back the claims, labelling them “clickbait publicity”. Currently serving a 23-year prison sentence for rape and assault, he shot back saying she was falsely accusing him for publicity for her recently released book ‘Know Your Rights’. He said, “It's very clear to me that this is for more sales on Angie’s book. There was never an assault, and never an attempt to assault. You're Angelina Jolie, every male and female in the world, I'm sure, shows interest in you. Is the whole world assaulting you?” Work-wise, Angelina Jolie is all set to make her Marvel debut with 'Eternals'this year. Also Read: Angelina Jolie 'feared' for her family during marriage to Brad Pitt

Harvey Weinstein denies assaulting Angelina Jolie, slams her for 'clickbait publicity'

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<p>Not all theatre chains are happy with Kangana Ranaut’s upcoming film ‘Thalaivii’ makers as they demand at least a four-week gap between its debut in theatres and on OTTs.</p>

<p>India's top two multiplex chains PVR Cinemas and INOX Leisure Ltd are refusing to screen the Hindi version of Kangana Ranaut’s ‘Thalaivii’, saying the window to its Netflix premiere is too narrow. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-watch-thalaivi-trailer-kangana-ranaut-impresses-as-jayalalithaa-in-biopic-372475">Watch Thalaivii trailer here</a></p>

<p>Based on the life of iconic actor-politician J Jayalalithaa, ‘Thalaivii’ is slated for release on 10 September. It is co-produced by Vishnu Vardhan Induri and Shailesh R. Singh, along with Zee Studios.</p>

<p>Responding to the situation,&nbsp;&nbsp;PVR Cinemas released a statement requesting&nbsp;to keep a uniform window of 4 weeks across all language versions<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:11.0pt;mso-bidi-font-size:
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HI">.&nbsp;</span></p>

<p>'' 'Thalaivii' is one of the most keenly awaited films. Also, Ms Kangana Ranaut’s acting prowess and exceptional box office pull are well-established facts. We are thankful to the Thalaivii team for offering a 4-week theatrical window for its Tamil and Telugu language versions. We are delighted to be able to play 'Thalaivii' in Tamil and Telugu language at our cinemas, however, we are disappointed that for the Hindi language version, the 'Thalaivii' team has decided to offer only a 2-week window. We would like to appeal to Ms Kangana Ranaut, Mr Vishnu Induri &amp; Mr Shailesh Singh to keep a uniform window of 4 weeks across all language versions and therefore allow all cinemas across the country to showcase 'Thalaivii' to audiences, on the big screen.'' The Statement reads.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Hindi version on Netflix is slated for a premiere within a fortnight of release in theatres. The Tamil and Telugu versions, on the other hand, have been acquired by Amazon Prime Video.</p>

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Not all theatre chains are happy with Kangana Ranaut’s upcoming film ‘Thalaivii’ makers as they demand at least a four-week gap between its debut in theatres and on OTTs.

Not all theatre chains are happy with Kangana Ranaut’s upcoming film ‘Thalaivii’ makers as they demand at least a four-week gap between its debut in theatres and on OTTs. India's top two multiplex chains PVR Cinemas and INOX Leisure Ltd are refusing to screen the Hindi version of Kangana Ranaut’s ‘Thalaivii’, saying the window to its Netflix premiere is too narrow. Watch Thalaivii trailer here Based on the life of iconic actor-politician J Jayalalithaa, ‘Thalaivii’ is slated for release on 10 September. It is co-produced by Vishnu Vardhan Induri and Shailesh R. Singh, along with Zee Studios. Responding to the situation, PVR Cinemas released a statement requesting to keep a uniform window of 4 weeks across all language versions. '' 'Thalaivii' is one of the most keenly awaited films. Also, Ms Kangana Ranaut’s acting prowess and exceptional box office pull are well-established facts. We are thankful to the Thalaivii team for offering a 4-week theatrical window for its Tamil and Telugu language versions. We are delighted to be able to play 'Thalaivii' in Tamil and Telugu language at our cinemas, however, we are disappointed that for the Hindi language version, the 'Thalaivii' team has decided to offer only a 2-week window. We would like to appeal to Ms Kangana Ranaut, Mr Vishnu Induri & Mr Shailesh Singh to keep a uniform window of 4 weeks across all language versions and therefore allow all cinemas across the country to showcase 'Thalaivii' to audiences, on the big screen.'' The Statement reads. The Hindi version on Netflix is slated for a premiere within a fortnight of release in theatres. The Tamil and Telugu versions, on the other hand, have been acquired by Amazon Prime Video. Sidharth Shukla's funeral takes place in Mumbai, rumoured girlfriend Shehnaaz Gill inconsolable

Theatres unhappy with 'Thalaivii' makers, demand four-week gap between its premiere on theatres and OTT

<p>Indian filmmaker Anurag Basu recently bagged the Best Director award at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2021 for his Netflix film ‘Ludo’. In an exclusive chat with WION, the ‘Barfi’ director spoke about the song-dance routine being an integral part of Bollywood, his hunger&nbsp;for awards and favourite actors Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WION: Congratulations on your win for Ludo. How do you feel about being recognised for your work in Ludo? Do awards mean anything to you as a filmmaker?&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Anurag Basu: Winning is great. I really want awards. It drives me and means a lot to me. I want all the small and big awards. It keeps me motivated. Infact, I feel bad when I don’t win. All those who say it doesn’t matter to them are lying.</p>

<p><strong>WION: With the theatres in India and elsewhere in the world slowly opening up, do you think people will go back to theatres and do you think Ludo missed an opportunity by not getting a theatrical release and straightaway heading to OTT?</strong></p>

<p>Anurag Basu: Audiences will automatically go back to theatres. Indians love community watching. It’s at the top of everybody’s list...to head back to the theatres but having said that, I don’t think the OTT space will die but only grow. I don't think Ludo missed an opportunity otherwise I would have waited for theatres to open. When I was given a deal for the OTT premiere, I immediately said yes and I feel that was the best decision I made otherwise the film wouldn't have reached so far -- 90 languages, 35 countries.</p>

<p><img alt="ludo" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="f37bd349-9282-4b75-ac7d-3e8733d14706" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/New-467.jpg" /></p>

<p><strong>WION: How do you identify yourself as a filmmaker? From Gangster to Ludo, it’s quite hard for anyone to define your style of filmmaking.</strong></p>

<p>Anurag Basu: I have always tried to make different films, every next film different from the previous one. My filmography is a reflection of that. Many would say that I don’t have my voice or style as a filmmaker but I have managed to give each of my films a unique language, identity. &nbsp;So I don’t know what kind of a filmmaker I am. I just know that I feel good making something new.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WION: Songs in your films have always had a unique flavour of its own, more often swaying with the storyline. How important are song-dance routines in Bollywood for you?</strong></p>

<p>Anurag Basu: Traditionally, all folk forms before the cinema came into existence like Najma, Bhavai, Pandavani, Nautanki were musical tools. Traditionally, all forms of entertainment were ‘gaana bajana’ so when we started films, naturally, songs and dance became a part of it. Song-dance routines are our own signature. This is who we are. We say our stories in songs and dance. It's in our DNA. Bollywood song and dance is just an extension of that.</p>

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<p><strong>WION: You’ve worked with some of the most brilliant actors, who is the brightest among the young crop of actors according to you and are there any future projects that you can share with us?</strong></p>

<p>Anurag Basu: Ranbir Kapoor is my favourite and I love Alia Bhatt. I’m taking their names together because I really like both of them. I’ve seen Alia grow and it’s amazing. As for the future projects, I feel like crying talking about it because I really want to start my films but there’s so much backlog that actors are busy finishing their prior commitments. So I am just keeping myself busy with writing.</p>

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Indian filmmaker Anurag Basu recently bagged the Best Director award at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2021 for his Netflix film ‘Ludo’. In an exclusive chat with WION, the ‘Barfi’ director spoke about the song-dance routine being an integral part of Bollywood, his hunger for awards and favourite actors Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt.

Indian filmmaker Anurag Basu recently bagged the Best Director award at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2021 for his Netflix film ‘Ludo’. In an exclusive chat with WION, the ‘Barfi’ director spoke about the song-dance routine being an integral part of Bollywood, his hunger for awards and favourite actors Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt. WION: Congratulations on your win for Ludo. How do you feel about being recognised for your work in Ludo? Do awards mean anything to you as a filmmaker? Anurag Basu: Winning is great. I really want awards. It drives me and means a lot to me. I want all the small and big awards. It keeps me motivated. Infact, I feel bad when I don’t win. All those who say it doesn’t matter to them are lying. WION: With the theatres in India and elsewhere in the world slowly opening up, do you think people will go back to theatres and do you think Ludo missed an opportunity by not getting a theatrical release and straightaway heading to OTT? Anurag Basu: Audiences will automatically go back to theatres. Indians love community watching. It’s at the top of everybody’s list...to head back to the theatres but having said that, I don’t think the OTT space will die but only grow. I don't think Ludo missed an opportunity otherwise I would have waited for theatres to open. When I was given a deal for the OTT premiere, I immediately said yes and I feel that was the best decision I made otherwise the film wouldn't have reached so far -- 90 languages, 35 countries. WION: How do you identify yourself as a filmmaker? From Gangster to Ludo, it’s quite hard for anyone to define your style of filmmaking. Anurag Basu: I have always tried to make different films, every next film different from the previous one. My filmography is a reflection of that. Many would say that I don’t have my voice or style as a filmmaker but I have managed to give each of my films a unique language, identity. So I don’t know what kind of a filmmaker I am. I just know that I feel good making something new. WION: Songs in your films have always had a unique flavour of its own, more often swaying with the storyline. How important are song-dance routines in Bollywood for you? Anurag Basu: Traditionally, all folk forms before the cinema came into existence like Najma, Bhavai, Pandavani, Nautanki were musical tools. Traditionally, all forms of entertainment were ‘gaana bajana’ so when we started films, naturally, songs and dance became a part of it. Song-dance routines are our own signature. This is who we are. We say our stories in songs and dance. It's in our DNA. Bollywood song and dance is just an extension of that. ALSO READ: ‘Helmet’ actress Pranutan Bahl on her family of staunch feminists and being Nutan's granddaughter WION: You’ve worked with some of the most brilliant actors, who is the brightest among the young crop of actors according to you and are there any future projects that you can share with us? Anurag Basu: Ranbir Kapoor is my favourite and I love Alia Bhatt. I’m taking their names together because I really like both of them. I’ve seen Alia grow and it’s amazing. As for the future projects, I feel like crying talking about it because I really want to start my films but there’s so much backlog that actors are busy finishing their prior commitments. So I am just keeping myself busy with writing. From 'Cinderella' to 'Shang-Chi': What to watch this weekend

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