Two films old and many more to go, Bollywood’s budding actress Pranutan Bahl sounds confident carrying the legacy of late legendary actress Nutan who is her grandmother, and her upcoming film ‘Helmet’ that will release today on Zee5 co-starring Aparshakti Khurana, Abhishek Banerjee and Ashish Verma.&nbsp;

Calling ‘Helmet’ a “fun, quirky film with a beautiful social message conveyed in a non-preachy manner”, actress Pranutan Bahl opened up to WION in a candid conversation about being part of a film that enables a dialogue around normalising using a birth-control device and coming from a family of staunch feminists in real life.&nbsp;

Helmet, a film with a social message

Pranutan Bahl is hopeful that the audience will “laugh your guts out” after watching the film as it aims to make people understand something important -- “no taboo attached to buying or selling a condom”. “My character is a fun loving, spunky girl who people can identify as desi pataka and moohfat (blunt). I play a loud, stubborn, dominating girlfriend who is selling condoms in Benaras. I had to drop a lot of inhibitions to get the tone right for my character,” said Pranutan on her character.&nbsp;

As Helmet finds its root in the heartland of India, Pranutan feels “it’s all about the script and not the setting or locale”. “There is definitely a certain connection that a common Indian person would have towards these stories with their quirks and nuances that such a setting can offer but if the script is entertaining and the actors are performing to the best of their ability, a film will work irrespective of any setting,” quipped the actress on more number of filmmakers toying with ideas set in small towns of the country.

Watch the Helmet film trailer here:

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Making a film during the pandemic

Helmet was majorly shot in September 2019 but the cast and crew shot a special song that was vital to the storyline during the COVID-19 pandemic. “It is a challenge to film in the pandemic especially for actors as we can’t wear masks while working but hats off to the team of Helmet. We had to sanitise everything from makeup to costumes but the team did a good job,” she said.

Pranutan Bahl is thankful that the team, cast and crew were supportive and encouraging of her. On her equation with the boys Aparshakti Khurana, Abhishek Banerjee and Ashish Verma, she said, “It was fantastic working with them. They have been extremely supportive and encouraging. I was never made to question how I would do it. They had belief in me. I'm just one film old, now two films old and these guys are honed actors…..but they never made me feel inexperienced and it was always about collaborating on the set.”

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Pranutan wishes the film also got a theatrical release as “cinema has its own charm but is happy that Helmet is coming on Zee5 as there’s not much content on comedy and this film will be a welcome change for all.”

Carrying the legacy of legendary actress Nutan

The 50s and 60s are identified by almost all as the Golden Age of Indian Cinema and Nutan in her acting and charisma on screen was an actress unparalleled. Granddaughter of Nutan and daughter of Mohnish Bahl who is a popular face in Indian cinema and television, Pranutan Bahl identifies the weight her name carries.&nbsp;

“I understand the responsibility on my shoulders but it has never translated to any form of pressure because I have had a support system in terms of my family. They have always been very encouraging towards my personal individual journey but I do understand the perception around being Nutan Ji’s granddaughter. Being dadi’s granddaughter, dad’s daughter….I’ve always felt wow and felt motivated about what I want to do with it -- to make them proud. I feel proud to belong to a family of such talented artists and I wear it with great pride,” said Pranutan confidently.&nbsp;

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As an industry insider in lieu of her family name, Pranutan Bahl reflected on the change we see today in creative content in the country especially with female protagonists in picture and she refuses to believe that it’s new. “Honestly, I come from a family of staunch feminists. I have had my grandmom doing films like ‘Bandini’, ‘Sujata’, ‘Tere Ghar Ke Saamne’, which were all in a way female-centric films. So my understanding of cinema has always been by the kind of work my family has done because they were so legendary. We are primarily a family full of girls, holding the torch, being flag bearers of change in cinema.”&nbsp;

“I believe that women have always been strongly depicted in movies but it depends on which movies you choose to talk about. When you talk of Bandini, Sujata, other female-centric films as recently as ‘Queen’ or ‘Fashion’ with Priyanka, it's always been happening. I just feel bad that we have to highlight them as female-centric films. We never say that about Bajrangi Bhaijaan, it being a male-centric film. I don't like that distinction although I understand it because it's so feeded into our system. In the 50's, 60’s nobody used to call Bandini or Sujata a female centric film, it was just a Nutanji film,” said Pranutan.&nbsp;

‘Helmet’ will premiere on September 3, 2021 and will stream on Zee5.

Two films old and many more to go, Bollywood’s budding actress Pranutan Bahl sounds confident carrying the legacy of late legendary actress Nutan who is her grandmother, and her upcoming film ‘Helmet’ that will release today on Zee5 co-starring Aparshakti Khurana, Abhishek Banerjee and Ashish Verma.

Two films old and many more to go, Bollywood’s budding actress Pranutan Bahl sounds confident carrying the legacy of late legendary actress Nutan who is her grandmother, and her upcoming film ‘Helmet’ that will release today on Zee5 co-starring Aparshakti Khurana, Abhishek Banerjee and Ashish Verma. Calling ‘Helmet’ a “fun, quirky film with a beautiful social message conveyed in a non-preachy manner”, actress Pranutan Bahl opened up to WION in a candid conversation about being part of a film that enables a dialogue around normalising using a birth-control device and coming from a family of staunch feminists in real life. Helmet, a film with a social message Pranutan Bahl is hopeful that the audience will “laugh your guts out” after watching the film as it aims to make people understand something important -- “no taboo attached to buying or selling a condom”. “My character is a fun loving, spunky girl who people can identify as desi pataka and moohfat (blunt). I play a loud, stubborn, dominating girlfriend who is selling condoms in Benaras. I had to drop a lot of inhibitions to get the tone right for my character,” said Pranutan on her character. As Helmet finds its root in the heartland of India, Pranutan feels “it’s all about the script and not the setting or locale”. “There is definitely a certain connection that a common Indian person would have towards these stories with their quirks and nuances that such a setting can offer but if the script is entertaining and the actors are performing to the best of their ability, a film will work irrespective of any setting,” quipped the actress on more number of filmmakers toying with ideas set in small towns of the country. Watch the Helmet film trailer here: Making a film during the pandemic Helmet was majorly shot in September 2019 but the cast and crew shot a special song that was vital to the storyline during the COVID-19 pandemic. “It is a challenge to film in the pandemic especially for actors as we can’t wear masks while working but hats off to the team of Helmet. We had to sanitise everything from makeup to costumes but the team did a good job,” she said. Pranutan Bahl is thankful that the team, cast and crew were supportive and encouraging of her. On her equation with the boys Aparshakti Khurana, Abhishek Banerjee and Ashish Verma, she said, “It was fantastic working with them. They have been extremely supportive and encouraging. I was never made to question how I would do it. They had belief in me. I'm just one film old, now two films old and these guys are honed actors…..but they never made me feel inexperienced and it was always about collaborating on the set.” Pranutan wishes the film also got a theatrical release as “cinema has its own charm but is happy that Helmet is coming on Zee5 as there’s not much content on comedy and this film will be a welcome change for all.” Carrying the legacy of legendary actress Nutan The 50s and 60s are identified by almost all as the Golden Age of Indian Cinema and Nutan in her acting and charisma on screen was an actress unparalleled. Granddaughter of Nutan and daughter of Mohnish Bahl who is a popular face in Indian cinema and television, Pranutan Bahl identifies the weight her name carries. “I understand the responsibility on my shoulders but it has never translated to any form of pressure because I have had a support system in terms of my family. They have always been very encouraging towards my personal individual journey but I do understand the perception around being Nutan Ji’s granddaughter. Being dadi’s granddaughter, dad’s daughter….I’ve always felt wow and felt motivated about what I want to do with it -- to make them proud. I feel proud to belong to a family of such talented artists and I wear it with great pride,” said Pranutan confidently. As an industry insider in lieu of her family name, Pranutan Bahl reflected on the change we see today in creative content in the country especially with female protagonists in picture and she refuses to believe that it’s new. “Honestly, I come from a family of staunch feminists. I have had my grandmom doing films like ‘Bandini’, ‘Sujata’, ‘Tere Ghar Ke Saamne’, which were all in a way female-centric films. So my understanding of cinema has always been by the kind of work my family has done because they were so legendary. We are primarily a family full of girls, holding the torch, being flag bearers of change in cinema.” “I believe that women have always been strongly depicted in movies but it depends on which movies you choose to talk about. When you talk of Bandini, Sujata, other female-centric films as recently as ‘Queen’ or ‘Fashion’ with Priyanka, it's always been happening. I just feel bad that we have to highlight them as female-centric films. We never say that about Bajrangi Bhaijaan, it being a male-centric film. I don't like that distinction although I understand it because it's so feeded into our system. In the 50's, 60’s nobody used to call Bandini or Sujata a female centric film, it was just a Nutanji film,” said Pranutan. ‘Helmet’ will premiere on September 3, 2021 and will stream on Zee5.

‘Helmet’ actress Pranutan Bahl on her family of staunch feminists and being Nutan's granddaughter

The K pop band BTS have been breaking records ever since they entered the mainstream music industry by capturing the imagination of the world with their songs. Now, Guinness World Records has announced that it is welcoming 23 records created by the South Korean septet to its Hall of Fame in 2022.&nbsp;

In their statement, Guinness World Records said, “<a data-ctorig="https://www.wionews.com/topics/bts" data-cturl="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/topics/bts&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjG7cDRkuPyAhUTxjgGHYaDBXwQFnoECAMQAQ&amp;usg=AOvVaw28mV6AOdrPl8sslt7tKGPm" dir="ltr" href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/bts" target="_blank">BTS</a> have collected a jaw-dropping 23 Guinness World Records titles across music and social media, an amazing result achieved also thanks to the enthusiasm of their fans, the ARMY.”

BTS first broke into the world scene when they were listed in Billboard Music Awards in 2017. They had then won the award for Best Social artist. The band’s popularity has only risen since then.&nbsp;

BTS have given us some of the most popular and chartbusting numbers like Dynamite, Butter, Mic Drop feat Steve Aoki and Boy With Luv feat Halsey.

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BTS comprises seven members -- RM, Jin, Suga, J-hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook.

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The K pop band BTS have been breaking records ever since they entered the mainstream music industry by capturing the imagination of the world with their songs. Now, Guinness World Records has announced that it is welcoming 23 records created by the South Korean septet to its Hall of Fame in 2022.

The K pop band BTS have been breaking records ever since they entered the mainstream music industry by capturing the imagination of the world with their songs. Now, Guinness World Records has announced that it is welcoming 23 records created by the South Korean septet to its Hall of Fame in 2022. In their statement, Guinness World Records said, “BTS have collected a jaw-dropping 23 Guinness World Records titles across music and social media, an amazing result achieved also thanks to the enthusiasm of their fans, the ARMY.” BTS first broke into the world scene when they were listed in Billboard Music Awards in 2017. They had then won the award for Best Social artist. The band’s popularity has only risen since then. BTS have given us some of the most popular and chartbusting numbers like Dynamite, Butter, Mic Drop feat Steve Aoki and Boy With Luv feat Halsey. This is how BTS ARMY in India is celebrating Jungkook's birthday in a grand style BTS comprises seven members -- RM, Jin, Suga, J-hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook. BTS: Ed Sheeran and Halsey are their best friends, says the K-Pop band

BTS has 23 records at Guinness World Records' Hall of Fame

‘Barbarians’ fans can rejoice as the second season has begun production. It is interestingly Netflix’s most successful German series.&nbsp;

‘Barbarians’ season 2 will have six episodes, each 45-minutes long and will be filmed in Krakow, Poland, and its surroundings. Stefan Ruzowitzky is acting and showrunner and will direct episodes 1-3 and 6.

The cast will have Jeanne Goursaud, Laurence Rupp and David Schütter reprise their roles while the new joinees include Daniel Donskoy, Murathan Muslu, Cynthia Micas, Katharina Heyer, Giovanni Carta and Alessandro Fella.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-cinderella-review-camila-cabella--co-all-for-emancipation-of-women-410503" hreflang="en">Cinderella review: Camila Cabella &amp; Co. all for emancipation of women</a>

Showrunner Stefan Ruzowitzky recently commented on the second season: “I am really happy to be part of the continuation of this great series and looking forward to the cooperation with the entire team in front of and behind the camera. We were able to win further great actors and actresses over whose characters enrich the narrative density of Barbarians even more.”

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‘Barbarians’ fans can rejoice as the second season has begun production. It is interestingly Netflix’s most successful German series. ‘Barbarians’ season 2 will have six episodes, each 45-minutes long and will be filmed in Krakow, Poland, and its surroundings.

‘Barbarians’ fans can rejoice as the second season has begun production. It is interestingly Netflix’s most successful German series. ‘Barbarians’ season 2 will have six episodes, each 45-minutes long and will be filmed in Krakow, Poland, and its surroundings. Stefan Ruzowitzky is acting and showrunner and will direct episodes 1-3 and 6. The cast will have Jeanne Goursaud, Laurence Rupp and David Schütter reprise their roles while the new joinees include Daniel Donskoy, Murathan Muslu, Cynthia Micas, Katharina Heyer, Giovanni Carta and Alessandro Fella. Cinderella review: Camila Cabella & Co. all for emancipation of women Showrunner Stefan Ruzowitzky recently commented on the second season: “I am really happy to be part of the continuation of this great series and looking forward to the cooperation with the entire team in front of and behind the camera. We were able to win further great actors and actresses over whose characters enrich the narrative density of Barbarians even more.” 'Shang- Chi' review: Marvel's new superhero phase gets a jaw-dropping start

‘Barbarians’ season 2 begins filming, first look out

Fighting off a social stigma, influencing one person at a time in a small town of India is what ‘Helmet’ is all about. Starring Aparshakti Khurana. Pranutan Bahl, Abhishek Banerjee, and Ashish Verma in leading roles as they play a gang of friends, ‘Helmet’ looks objectively at the guilt or shame attached to buying/ selling a birth-control device, a condom.

Director Satramm Ramani establishes the ground for need of change when people from an NGO that works on AIDS/ STDs are thrashed by the locals for questioning about the practice of safe sex in the town. The film enforces the idea of ‘chahiye sabko, par koi mangega nahi’ pretty early in the film shedding light on the need for a psychological overhaul.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-interview-%E2%80%98helmet%E2%80%99-actress-pranutan-bahl-on-being-nutan%E2%80%99s-granddaughter-and-belonging-to-a-family-of-staunch-feminists-410349">Pranutan Bahl to WION: I come from a family of staunch feminists</a>

It’s a fun, light hearted film with more misses than hits as it drags because of lazy dialogues, loose scripting and comedy that looks off in most places even though it has the trio of boys who we have seen performing with on-point comedy in a similar semi-urban setting before. The only female character in the film, Pranutan Bahl is good in her role but there is a lot of room for improvement.&nbsp;

Watch the Helmet trailer here:

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The film’s music is pretty average and offers almost no song that will stick with the audience.&nbsp;

What works is the film has its heart in the right place as it talks of important subjects like safe sex, using birth-control, saving oneself from STDs and AIDS without being preachy for a moment. There are no lengthy speeches and that’s a sigh of relief.&nbsp;

What doesn’t work is the lacklustre storytelling that makes the film indistinguishable from any other recent social objective films we’ve seen. It promises to be funny but doesn’t live up to it.&nbsp;

Produced: Sony Pictures Networks Productions and actor Dino Morea’s DM Movies, ‘Helmet’ will stream on Zee5 from September 3, 2021.&nbsp; 
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Fighting off a social stigma, influencing one person at a time in a small town of India is what ‘Helmet’ is all about. Starring Aparshakti Khurana. Pranutan Bahl, Abhishek Banerjee, and Ashish Verma in leading roles as they play a gang of friends, ‘Helmet’ looks objectively at the guilt or shame attached to buying/ selling a birth-control device, a condom.

Fighting off a social stigma, influencing one person at a time in a small town of India is what ‘Helmet’ is all about. Starring Aparshakti Khurana. Pranutan Bahl, Abhishek Banerjee, and Ashish Verma in leading roles as they play a gang of friends, ‘Helmet’ looks objectively at the guilt or shame attached to buying/ selling a birth-control device, a condom. Director Satramm Ramani establishes the ground for need of change when people from an NGO that works on AIDS/ STDs are thrashed by the locals for questioning about the practice of safe sex in the town. The film enforces the idea of ‘chahiye sabko, par koi mangega nahi’ pretty early in the film shedding light on the need for a psychological overhaul. Pranutan Bahl to WION: I come from a family of staunch feminists It’s a fun, light hearted film with more misses than hits as it drags because of lazy dialogues, loose scripting and comedy that looks off in most places even though it has the trio of boys who we have seen performing with on-point comedy in a similar semi-urban setting before. The only female character in the film, Pranutan Bahl is good in her role but there is a lot of room for improvement. Watch the Helmet trailer here: The film’s music is pretty average and offers almost no song that will stick with the audience. What works is the film has its heart in the right place as it talks of important subjects like safe sex, using birth-control, saving oneself from STDs and AIDS without being preachy for a moment. There are no lengthy speeches and that’s a sigh of relief. What doesn’t work is the lacklustre storytelling that makes the film indistinguishable from any other recent social objective films we’ve seen. It promises to be funny but doesn’t live up to it. Produced: Sony Pictures Networks Productions and actor Dino Morea’s DM Movies, ‘Helmet’ will stream on Zee5 from September 3, 2021.

‘Helmet’ film review: A social satire that could have been more funny

Actor of 'Captain Marvel' and '<a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/hollywood/news-james-bond-film-no-time-to-die-to-release-in-india-on-this-date-409907">No Time To Die</a>' Lashana Lynch is all set to star in Viola Davis new historical film 'The Woman King'. 
 
Lashana, who will be seen in the upcoming James Bond movie will play a charming veteran warrior. 
 
The movie from TriStar Pictures is being helmed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, who most recently directed 'The Old Guard'. 'The Underground Railroad' star Thuso Mbedu is also part of the movie as one of the headliners.

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The movie is inspired by true events that took place in the Kingdom of Dahomey, one of the most powerful states of Africa in the 18th and 19th centuries. 
 
As per the THR, the story follows Nanisca (Davis), general of the all-female military unit, and Nawi (Mbedu), an ambitious recruit, who together fought enemies who violated their honour, enslaved their people, and threatened to destroy everything they’ve lived for. 
 
Dana Stevens wrote the original screenplay with the current draft being by Stevens and Prince-Bythewood.

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In a statement, Prince said: "Lashana is next level dope. Not just her incredible chops, but who she projects to the world. She embodies these true-life warriors and we are so lucky she is coming to play." 
 
There are no details about the release date of the film.&nbsp; 
 
Meanwhile, Lynch&nbsp;is set to star in the feature adaptation of the musical 'Matilda' for Netflix.<a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/hollywood/news-no-time-to-die-actor-lashana-lynch-to-star-in-matilda-movie-musical-at-netflix-354826"> Read more here.</a>

Actor of 'Captain Marvel' and 'No Time To Die' Lashana Lynch is all set to star in Viola Davis new historical film 'The Woman King'. Lashana, who will be seen in the upcoming James Bond movie will play a charming veteran warrior.

Actor of 'Captain Marvel' and 'No Time To Die' Lashana Lynch is all set to star in Viola Davis new historical film 'The Woman King'. Lashana, who will be seen in the upcoming James Bond movie will play a charming veteran warrior. The movie from TriStar Pictures is being helmed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, who most recently directed 'The Old Guard'. 'The Underground Railroad' star Thuso Mbedu is also part of the movie as one of the headliners. Lashana Lynch calls out critics who aren't ready to see her as the first Black female 007 The movie is inspired by true events that took place in the Kingdom of Dahomey, one of the most powerful states of Africa in the 18th and 19th centuries. As per the THR, the story follows Nanisca (Davis), general of the all-female military unit, and Nawi (Mbedu), an ambitious recruit, who together fought enemies who violated their honour, enslaved their people, and threatened to destroy everything they’ve lived for. Dana Stevens wrote the original screenplay with the current draft being by Stevens and Prince-Bythewood. From 'Cinderella' to 'Shang-Chi': What to watch this weekend In a statement, Prince said: "Lashana is next level dope. Not just her incredible chops, but who she projects to the world. She embodies these true-life warriors and we are so lucky she is coming to play." There are no details about the release date of the film. Meanwhile, Lynch is set to star in the feature adaptation of the musical 'Matilda' for Netflix. Read more here.

'No Time To Die' star Lashana Lynch joins Viola Davis in ‘The Woman King’

As the Venice Film festival continues in full force this year, actor Roberto Benigni received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. The legendary Italian comedian gave a mile-a-minute “thank you” speech to cap an emotional start to the film festival.

It was emotional because host and Italian actor Serena Rossi dedicated the opening night to Afghani people who are going through a tough time courtesy the collapse of their government and law and order after Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan. Rossi said, “We want to say to them: you are not alone,” at the 78th Venice Film Festival.&nbsp;

Then, Roberto Benigni was honoured as Jane Campion, the first female director to win the Palme d’Or in Cannes, who returns to Venice this year with ‘The Power of the Dog’, her first feature film in 12 years said Roberto was at the top of the moon as she compared his excitement to “an exploding bottle of Prosecco” which was particularly needed “at this difficult time for filmmakers and for people all over the world.”&nbsp;

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The 78th annual Venice International Film Festival began on September 1 and will continue till September 11 at Lido, Venice.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-venice-film-festival-jamie-lee-curtis-wins-lifetime-achievement-award-410384" hreflang="en">Venice Film Festival: Jamie Lee Curtis wins Lifetime Achievement Award</a>

As the Venice Film festival continues in full force this year, actor Roberto Benigni received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. The legendary Italian comedian gave a mile-a-minute “thank you” speech to cap an emotional start to the film festival.

As the Venice Film festival continues in full force this year, actor Roberto Benigni received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. The legendary Italian comedian gave a mile-a-minute “thank you” speech to cap an emotional start to the film festival. It was emotional because host and Italian actor Serena Rossi dedicated the opening night to Afghani people who are going through a tough time courtesy the collapse of their government and law and order after Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan. Rossi said, “We want to say to them: you are not alone,” at the 78th Venice Film Festival. Then, Roberto Benigni was honoured as Jane Campion, the first female director to win the Palme d’Or in Cannes, who returns to Venice this year with ‘The Power of the Dog’, her first feature film in 12 years said Roberto was at the top of the moon as she compared his excitement to “an exploding bottle of Prosecco” which was particularly needed “at this difficult time for filmmakers and for people all over the world.” Also Read: ‘Helmet’ actress Pranutan Bahl on her family of staunch feminists and being Nutan's granddaughter The 78th annual Venice International Film Festival began on September 1 and will continue till September 11 at Lido, Venice. Venice Film Festival: Jamie Lee Curtis wins Lifetime Achievement Award

Venice Film Festival: Roberto Benigni honoured with The Lifetime Achievement Award

Lionsgate unveiled its first teaser-trailer for upcoming ‘Moonfall’ film starring Halle Berry and Patrick Wilson. The film als stars John Bradley, Michael Pea, Charlie Plummer, Kelly Yu, Eme Ikwuakor, Carolina Bartczak, and Donald Sutherland.

The film is set to release on February 4, 2022. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-shang--chi-review-marvels-other-superheroes-pale-in-comparison-to-our-asian-hero-410430">Read 'Shang-Chi' review here.</a>

Roland Emmerich's newest action sci-fi catastrophe teaser gives us an intense and exciting first look at ‘Moonfall’, in which an unknown force forces the moon to travel straight for Earth, threatening the world's annihilation with a series of catastrophic disasters caused by the approaching collision. The fate of the planet now rests in the hands of three individuals, headed by Berry's Jo Fowler, who must go on an impossible space expedition to prevent the moon from collapsing on Earth.

Watch the teaser trailer here:

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Directed by Roland Emmerich, Moonfall is co-written by Harald Kloser and Spenser Cohen.&nbsp;

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Lionsgate unveiled its first teaser-trailer for upcoming ‘Moonfall’ film starring Halle Berry and Patrick Wilson. The film als stars John Bradley, Michael Pea, Charlie Plummer, Kelly Yu, Eme Ikwuakor, Carolina Bartczak, and Donald Sutherland.

Lionsgate unveiled its first teaser-trailer for upcoming ‘Moonfall’ film starring Halle Berry and Patrick Wilson. The film als stars John Bradley, Michael Pea, Charlie Plummer, Kelly Yu, Eme Ikwuakor, Carolina Bartczak, and Donald Sutherland. The film is set to release on February 4, 2022. Read 'Shang-Chi' review here. Roland Emmerich's newest action sci-fi catastrophe teaser gives us an intense and exciting first look at ‘Moonfall’, in which an unknown force forces the moon to travel straight for Earth, threatening the world's annihilation with a series of catastrophic disasters caused by the approaching collision. The fate of the planet now rests in the hands of three individuals, headed by Berry's Jo Fowler, who must go on an impossible space expedition to prevent the moon from collapsing on Earth. Watch the teaser trailer here: Directed by Roland Emmerich, Moonfall is co-written by Harald Kloser and Spenser Cohen. ‘Helmet’ actress Pranutan Bahl on her family of staunch feminists and being Nutan's granddaughter

Watch 'Moonfall' teaser-trailer: Film stars Halle Berry and Patrick Wilson

One of Hollywood's biggest stars, Ryan Reynolds has been a part of some of the most lucrative project while also giving duds at box office like 'Green Lantern' that released in 2011.

Despite being widely derided, the Reynolds-starring, Martin Campbell-directed movie was recently added to Netflix and after landing on the service on September 1, the movie is surprisingly doing wonders.&nbsp;

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The movie which was not loved by the audience is now on a trending slate. The movie has secured a place on the Top 10 most-watched list. According to some reports, the actor’s 2011 DC film is the #2 movie on Netflix US and the #4 piece of content, as a whole.&nbsp; 
 
The 'Green Lantern's' director talked about why “the film did not work.” During an interview with Screenrant, he said, “The film did not work, really,” Campbell told Screen Rant recently. “That’s the point, and I’m partly responsible for that. I shouldn’t have done it. Because with something like [Bond movie Casino Royale] — I love Bond, and I watched every Bond film before I ever directed it''.

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''Superhero movies are not my cup of tea. And for that reason, I shouldn’t have done it. But directors always have to carry the can for the failures. What do they say? Success has many fathers, failure has one. And that’s me.”&nbsp; 
 
The movie bombed at the box office and critics trashed it with negative words at the time. And it brought in just $219 million, after spending a budget of $200 million.

One of Hollywood's biggest stars, Ryan Reynolds has been a part of some of the most lucrative project while also giving duds at box office like 'Green Lantern' that released in 2011.

One of Hollywood's biggest stars, Ryan Reynolds has been a part of some of the most lucrative project while also giving duds at box office like 'Green Lantern' that released in 2011. Despite being widely derided, the Reynolds-starring, Martin Campbell-directed movie was recently added to Netflix and after landing on the service on September 1, the movie is surprisingly doing wonders. Cinderella review: Camila Cabella & Co. all for emancipation of women The movie which was not loved by the audience is now on a trending slate. The movie has secured a place on the Top 10 most-watched list. According to some reports, the actor’s 2011 DC film is the #2 movie on Netflix US and the #4 piece of content, as a whole. The 'Green Lantern's' director talked about why “the film did not work.” During an interview with Screenrant, he said, “The film did not work, really,” Campbell told Screen Rant recently. “That’s the point, and I’m partly responsible for that. I shouldn’t have done it. Because with something like [Bond movie Casino Royale] — I love Bond, and I watched every Bond film before I ever directed it''. Brad Pitt explains how getting 'older' and 'crankier' affects your fashion choice ''Superhero movies are not my cup of tea. And for that reason, I shouldn’t have done it. But directors always have to carry the can for the failures. What do they say? Success has many fathers, failure has one. And that’s me.” The movie bombed at the box office and critics trashed it with negative words at the time. And it brought in just $219 million, after spending a budget of $200 million.

This Ryan Reynolds' flopped movie is now doing wonders on Netflix

Brad Pitt is one of the most good looking&nbsp;Hollywood stars and his fashion advice is something no one can&nbsp;miss! 
 
In a new interview with Esquire, the Oscar-winning actor discussed his fashion style and how he gives the most priority to his comfort zone.&nbsp; 
 
Explaining how getting ''older'' and ''crankier'' has affected his style, the 'Once Upon a Time In Hollywood' star said, ''If I have a style, it’s no style,'' Although, further detailing, the actor said, ''I like monochrome, without it being a uniform. I like simplicity. I like the details in the stitching, the way it feels,'' he said. ''If anything, that’s the only divining rod I have.''

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Telling further about how his style is "lead by comfort'', and how getting older affects your choice.&nbsp; 
 
"I like the feel of a Lecia camera or the way a watch feels. I don't want to look ostentatious, but if you come close, you notice. I like how the lining feels," he continued. "It's those details that are important to me. It's too exhausting to follow trends. And I despise billboards; I just don't want to be billboard." 
 
Adding, "You get older, you get crankier, and comfort becomes more important. I think it's as simple as that."

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He also shared his caffeine habits and said, “I am a serious, professional, committed coffee drinker,” he said. “Usually a three-cappuccino drinker in the morning, and depending on the work in the afternoon, I might switch over to an espresso.” 
 
Meanwhile, here's some new update on Brad and Angelina Jolie's custody battle, <a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/hollywood/news-brad-pitt-challenges-angelina-jolies-custody-win-jolie-hits-back-410137">click here to read more.&nbsp;</a>

Brad Pitt is one of the most good looking Hollywood stars and his fashion advice is something no one can miss! In a new interview with Esquire, the Oscar-winning actor discussed his fashion style and how he gives the most priority to his comfort zone.

Brad Pitt is one of the most good looking Hollywood stars and his fashion advice is something no one can miss! In a new interview with Esquire, the Oscar-winning actor discussed his fashion style and how he gives the most priority to his comfort zone. Explaining how getting ''older'' and ''crankier'' has affected his style, the 'Once Upon a Time In Hollywood' star said, ''If I have a style, it’s no style,'' Although, further detailing, the actor said, ''I like monochrome, without it being a uniform. I like simplicity. I like the details in the stitching, the way it feels,'' he said. ''If anything, that’s the only divining rod I have.'' 'Shang- Chi' review: Marvel's other superheroes pale in comparison to our Asian hero Telling further about how his style is "lead by comfort'', and how getting older affects your choice. "I like the feel of a Lecia camera or the way a watch feels. I don't want to look ostentatious, but if you come close, you notice. I like how the lining feels," he continued. "It's those details that are important to me. It's too exhausting to follow trends. And I despise billboards; I just don't want to be billboard." Adding, "You get older, you get crankier, and comfort becomes more important. I think it's as simple as that." Grammy winner Dua Lipa to miss Met Gala for her Hollywood debut He also shared his caffeine habits and said, “I am a serious, professional, committed coffee drinker,” he said. “Usually a three-cappuccino drinker in the morning, and depending on the work in the afternoon, I might switch over to an espresso.” Meanwhile, here's some new update on Brad and Angelina Jolie's custody battle, click here to read more.

Brad Pitt explains how getting 'older' and 'crankier' affects your fashion choice

A few days back, Lil Nas X announced that he is pregnant with his new album 'Montero' and shared a photo of him with a small 'baby bump'. The photos of him showing a faux baby bump quickly took the internet by storm.&nbsp; 
 
While many fans applauded him for his creativity and unorthodox way, but some reacted quite negatively to the photos and his videos. The 22-year-old rapper (real name Montero Lamar Hill) clapped back at the hateful comments about his album pregnancy photoshoot.&nbsp; 
 
Nas reacted by retweeting a tweet reading, ''I really tired of Lil Nas .. his ugly a** to much ... fkn roach.'' Reacting to it, the singer wrote, &nbsp;“you really on here calling a young mother to be ugly?”&nbsp;

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Another Twitter user tweeted, ''Dr Umar said they will use LGBTQ to distract us from black civil rights and then they birthed Lil nas x who is just a puppet for whatever label he is signed to.''&nbsp;

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The rapper responded, ''oh yes a pregnant n***a, the greatest threat to black civil rights.'' Another troll wrote that Lil Nax goes from “one outlandish antic to the next” and that “you will never see a white, Asian, Hispanic or Arab equivalent to him in the entertainment industry” because they would not “tolerate” actions like this. 
 
Lil Nas X hit back, writing, “one day y’all will learn i am not a representation of anyone but lil nas x.” 
 
After responding to several negative comments, Lil tweeted, "let me get offline, all of this negative energy is not good for the baby."

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His new album 'Montero' is set for release on Sept. 17 and was created last year in lockdown. Sharing the announcement news, the singer wrote, "SURPRISE! I can’t believe I’m finally announcing this. My little bundle of joy “MONTERO” is due September 17, 2021," he wrote on Twitter along with photos of his baby bump.

A few days back, Lil Nas X announced that he is pregnant with his new album 'Montero' and shared a photo of him with a small 'baby bump'. The photos of him showing a faux baby bump quickly took the internet by storm.

A few days back, Lil Nas X announced that he is pregnant with his new album 'Montero' and shared a photo of him with a small 'baby bump'. The photos of him showing a faux baby bump quickly took the internet by storm. While many fans applauded him for his creativity and unorthodox way, but some reacted quite negatively to the photos and his videos. The 22-year-old rapper (real name Montero Lamar Hill) clapped back at the hateful comments about his album pregnancy photoshoot. Nas reacted by retweeting a tweet reading, ''I really tired of Lil Nas .. his ugly a** to much ... fkn roach.'' Reacting to it, the singer wrote, “you really on here calling a young mother to be ugly?” you really on here calling a young mother to be ugly? https://t.co/T5To9cZsIs — MONTERO 🦋 (@LilNasX) September 2, 2021 × Another Twitter user tweeted, ''Dr Umar said they will use LGBTQ to distract us from black civil rights and then they birthed Lil nas x who is just a puppet for whatever label he is signed to.'' one day y’all will learn i am not a representation of anyone but lil nas x. https://t.co/VJGclomqos — MONTERO 🦋 (@LilNasX) September 2, 2021 × The rapper responded, ''oh yes a pregnant n***a, the greatest threat to black civil rights.'' Another troll wrote that Lil Nax goes from “one outlandish antic to the next” and that “you will never see a white, Asian, Hispanic or Arab equivalent to him in the entertainment industry” because they would not “tolerate” actions like this. Lil Nas X hit back, writing, “one day y’all will learn i am not a representation of anyone but lil nas x.” After responding to several negative comments, Lil tweeted, "let me get offline, all of this negative energy is not good for the baby." SURPRISE! I can’t believe i’m finally announcing this. My little bundle of joy “MONTERO” is due September 17, 2021 🦋💕🥲 pic.twitter.com/dry8lAhpPr — MONTERO 🦋 (@LilNasX) September 2, 2021 × His new album 'Montero' is set for release on Sept. 17 and was created last year in lockdown. Sharing the announcement news, the singer wrote, "SURPRISE! I can’t believe I’m finally announcing this. My little bundle of joy “MONTERO” is due September 17, 2021," he wrote on Twitter along with photos of his baby bump.

Lil Nas X sharply hits back at 'negative' comments over his pregnancy photos

The Weeknd treat for all his fans! The Canada-based singer released 'I Can't Feel My Face,' an original video, six years after releasing his hit song.&nbsp; 
 
The song was released in the year 2015.&nbsp;

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The steamy music video shows Weeknd as a stage performer and features his partner during a night out. &nbsp;As he kept singing, the stage lit up on fire and the crooner all engulfed in fire is seen dancing and singing.&nbsp; 
 
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The new video was “due to a shift in creative direction,” Variety reports. It is also the sixth anniversary of 'Beauty Behind The Madness', which the song first appeared on. 
 
On the same day, The Weeknd shared stills from the alternate video on Instagram to celebrate six years since releasing his second studio album.

The album was nominated for Album of the Year at the 2015 Grammy Awards and won the award for the best urban contemporary album. 'Can't Feel My Face' also scored nominations for record of the year and best pop solo performance.

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Meanwhile, a new documentary on the Weeknd’s Super Bowl halftime performance, which took place earlier this year is arriving on September 24th. 
 
“This documentary is a unique glimpse into the passion, work, and cinematic mindset that went into the creation of the show,” Abel Tesfaye&nbsp;said. “It extends the narrative for fans and viewers who like to get lost in how the historic show we all grow up watching is built.”

The Weeknd treat for all his fans! The Canada-based singer released 'I Can't Feel My Face,' an original video, six years after releasing his hit song. The song was released in the year 2015.

The Weeknd treat for all his fans! The Canada-based singer released 'I Can't Feel My Face,' an original video, six years after releasing his hit song. The song was released in the year 2015. Watch 'Moonfall' teaser-trailer: Film stars Halle Berry and Patrick Wilson The steamy music video shows Weeknd as a stage performer and features his partner during a night out. As he kept singing, the stage lit up on fire and the crooner all engulfed in fire is seen dancing and singing. The new video was “due to a shift in creative direction,” Variety reports. It is also the sixth anniversary of 'Beauty Behind The Madness', which the song first appeared on. On the same day, The Weeknd shared stills from the alternate video on Instagram to celebrate six years since releasing his second studio album. The album was nominated for Album of the Year at the 2015 Grammy Awards and won the award for the best urban contemporary album. 'Can't Feel My Face' also scored nominations for record of the year and best pop solo performance. From 'Cinderella' to 'Shang-Chi': What to watch this weekend Meanwhile, a new documentary on the Weeknd’s Super Bowl halftime performance, which took place earlier this year is arriving on September 24th. “This documentary is a unique glimpse into the passion, work, and cinematic mindset that went into the creation of the show,” Abel Tesfaye said. “It extends the narrative for fans and viewers who like to get lost in how the historic show we all grow up watching is built.”

The Weeknd drops ‘I Can’t Feel My Face’ music video 6 years after song release

SAG-AFTRA decided with its final count of votes as actress Fran Drescher was elected president while her opponent’s running mate, Joely Fisher, has been elected national secretary-treasurer. Drescher defeated Matthew Modine, who was making his second bid for the presidency, but her running mate, Anthony Rapp, lost to Fisher.

In a statement, Fran Drescher said, “I am honored to serve my union in this capacity. Together we will navigate through these troubled times of global health crisis and together we will rise up out of the melee to do what we do best, entertain and inform. We must never forget the important contribution we make to many millions of people each and every day when they buy a ticket to sit in a dark theater or turn on their TVs or streaming devices.” 
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She added: &nbsp;“Our chosen professions within the SAG-AFTRA membership have literally gotten Americans to laugh, to learn, to momentarily escape that we are all in a pandemic. We members serve an invaluable purpose in the grand scheme of things. We must never forget who we are and what unites us as one union.”

Said Fisher in a statement, “Today marks the beginning of a fresh start, let us forge forward in a holistic and non-partisan ascension towards the precipice of a new dawn. Only as a united front will we have strength against the real opposition in order to achieve what we all want: more benefits, stronger contracts and better protections. Let us lock elbows and together show up with strength at the negotiating table! If you voted for my opponent, I want you to know we were never far apart in our objectives. I promise you, if you give me the chance, I will listen to you and fight like hell to give you what you have been wanting. And may we all continue to shine a light on all the worried viewers across the nation and around the world with our talents.”

SAG-AFTRA decided with its final count of votes as actress Fran Drescher was elected president while her opponent’s running mate, Joely Fisher, has been elected national secretary-treasurer.

SAG-AFTRA decided with its final count of votes as actress Fran Drescher was elected president while her opponent’s running mate, Joely Fisher, has been elected national secretary-treasurer. Drescher defeated Matthew Modine, who was making his second bid for the presidency, but her running mate, Anthony Rapp, lost to Fisher. In a statement, Fran Drescher said, “I am honored to serve my union in this capacity. Together we will navigate through these troubled times of global health crisis and together we will rise up out of the melee to do what we do best, entertain and inform. We must never forget the important contribution we make to many millions of people each and every day when they buy a ticket to sit in a dark theater or turn on their TVs or streaming devices.” She added: “Our chosen professions within the SAG-AFTRA membership have literally gotten Americans to laugh, to learn, to momentarily escape that we are all in a pandemic. We members serve an invaluable purpose in the grand scheme of things. We must never forget who we are and what unites us as one union.” Said Fisher in a statement, “Today marks the beginning of a fresh start, let us forge forward in a holistic and non-partisan ascension towards the precipice of a new dawn. Only as a united front will we have strength against the real opposition in order to achieve what we all want: more benefits, stronger contracts and better protections. Let us lock elbows and together show up with strength at the negotiating table! If you voted for my opponent, I want you to know we were never far apart in our objectives. I promise you, if you give me the chance, I will listen to you and fight like hell to give you what you have been wanting. And may we all continue to shine a light on all the worried viewers across the nation and around the world with our talents.”

Fran Drescher elected SAG-AFTRA President

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