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<p>Christopher Nolan's <i>The Odyssey </i>continues to make waves globally, with the film still grabbing headlines nearly a month after its release in cinemas. It has reached another major milestone, this time in China, which has opened across roughly around 20,000 screens in China, giving the film a major theatrical push after an already impressive global run. Reportedly, at the same time, Spider-Man: Brand New Day continues to climb, turning the two Hollywood blockbusters into notable stories in China's summer box office.</p><h2>The Odyssey makes a major China entry</h2><p><i>The Odyssey</i> opened in cinemas across mainland China, with reportedly some 90% of the territory’s Imax footprint of nearly 800 sites, distributor data shows. As per ticketing agency <i>Maoyan</i>, the presale box office of the Universal title reached RMB39.5 million ($5.9 million) as of August 12 (Beijing time), with combined preview and presale grosses hitting RMB91 million ($13.5 million) ahead of the film’s August 14 wide release.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/the-odyssey-hits-1-billion-in-just-three-weeks-christopher-nolan-film-surpasses-the-dark-knight-1786275953118"><strong>The Odyssey Hits $1 Billion in Just Three Weeks | Christopher Nolan Film Surpasses The Dark Knight</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The IMAX allocation will hold even as Spider-Man: Brand New Day continues its successful run in Chinese theatres, with no reduction planned to <i>The Odyssey’s</i> screen count, IMAX has reportedly confirmed.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/elon-musk-vs-christopher-nolan-continues-billionaire-will-make-historically-accurate-odyssey-film-using-ai-grok-1784780123286"><strong>Elon Musk vs Christopher Nolan continues! Billionaire will make ‘historically accurate’ Odyssey film using AI-Grok</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film has reportedly collected $36.6 million during its opening weekend in China following its wide release on August 14, 2026. This debut included record-breaking preview and presale numbers, fuelled by a massive rollout across more than 20,000 screens and nearly 800 IMAX locations in the territory.</p><h2>Spider-Man: Brand New's entry in China</h2><p><i>Spider-Man: Brand New Day</i> was released in mainland China on July 29, 2026, premiering two days ahead of its North American release. It pulled in RMB463.5 million ($68.1 million over its three-day opening frame, according to <i>Artisan Gateway</i>). Reportedly, it has grossed $121.3 million in the Middle Kingdom in its first five days of release. $19 million of this came from IMAX, which makes it the highest-grossing Imax opening weekend in the Spider-Man franchise for China.</p><h2>The Odyssey's team visit to China</h2><p>Christopher Nolan made a visit to China for his epic film. <i>The Odyssey</i> featured a high-profile Beijing premiere at the China National Film Museum alongside stars Matt Damon and Charlize Theron and producer Emma Thomas, followed by a massive theatrical rollout on August 14, 2026, across more than 20,000 screens.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/the-odyssey-movie-review-christopher-nolan-crafts-a-visual-masterpiece-that-strips-the-glory-from-war-1784272833406"><strong>The Odyssey movie review: Christopher Nolan crafts a visual masterpiece that strips the glory from war</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The filmmaker participated in an in-depth viral discussion with philosophy lecturer Zhong Shu on the <i>Bilibili</i> platform, exploring the film's philosophical themes.</p><h2>All about The Odyssey</h2><p><i>The Odyssey</i> released in cinemas globally on July 17. Helmed by Christopher Nolan, it is based on Homer's ancient Greek poem. It tells the story of King Odysseus, who spends ten grueling years trying to return home to Ithaca after the Trojan War while facing gods, monsters, and political turmoil.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/christopher-nolan-s-the-odyssey-in-trouble-viking-ship-owner-claims-studio-refuses-to-pay-for-damage-1784882450948"><strong>Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey in trouble? Viking ship owner claims studio has refused to pay for damages</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film stars Matt Damon, Charlize Theron, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Tom Holland and Zendaya, among others. It made history as the first feature film shot entirely on IMAX film. <i>The Odyssey</i> reportedly crossed $1 billion globally in just three weeks.</p>

The Odyssey has opened across 20,000 screens in China, giving the film a major theatrical push amid a surge in box office figures for Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Read more to know. 

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey continues to make waves globally, with the film still grabbing headlines nearly a month after its release in cinemas. It has reached another major milestone, this time in China, which has opened across roughly around 20,000 screens in China, giving the film a major theatrical push after an already impressive global run. Reportedly, at the same time, Spider-Man: Brand New Day continues to climb, turning the two Hollywood blockbusters into notable stories in China's summer box office. The Odyssey makes a major China entry The Odyssey opened in cinemas across mainland China, with reportedly some 90% of the territory’s Imax footprint of nearly 800 sites, distributor data shows. As per ticketing agency Maoyan, the presale box office of the Universal title reached RMB39.5 million ($5.9 million) as of August 12 (Beijing time), with combined preview and presale grosses hitting RMB91 million ($13.5 million) ahead of the film’s August 14 wide release. Also Read: The Odyssey Hits $1 Billion in Just Three Weeks | Christopher Nolan Film Surpasses The Dark Knight The IMAX allocation will hold even as Spider-Man: Brand New Day continues its successful run in Chinese theatres, with no reduction planned to The Odyssey’s screen count, IMAX has reportedly confirmed. Also Read: Elon Musk vs Christopher Nolan continues! Billionaire will make ‘historically accurate’ Odyssey film using AI-Grok The film has reportedly collected $36.6 million during its opening weekend in China following its wide release on August 14, 2026. This debut included record-breaking preview and presale numbers, fuelled by a massive rollout across more than 20,000 screens and nearly 800 IMAX locations in the territory. Spider-Man: Brand New's entry in China Spider-Man: Brand New Day was released in mainland China on July 29, 2026, premiering two days ahead of its North American release. It pulled in RMB463.5 million ($68.1 million over its three-day opening frame, according to Artisan Gateway). Reportedly, it has grossed $121.3 million in the Middle Kingdom in its first five days of release. $19 million of this came from IMAX, which makes it the highest-grossing Imax opening weekend in the Spider-Man franchise for China. The Odyssey's team visit to China Christopher Nolan made a visit to China for his epic film. The Odyssey featured a high-profile Beijing premiere at the China National Film Museum alongside stars Matt Damon and Charlize Theron and producer Emma Thomas, followed by a massive theatrical rollout on August 14, 2026, across more than 20,000 screens. Also Read: The Odyssey movie review: Christopher Nolan crafts a visual masterpiece that strips the glory from war The filmmaker participated in an in-depth viral discussion with philosophy lecturer Zhong Shu on the Bilibili platform, exploring the film's philosophical themes. All about The Odyssey The Odyssey released in cinemas globally on July 17. Helmed by Christopher Nolan, it is based on Homer's ancient Greek poem. It tells the story of King Odysseus, who spends ten grueling years trying to return home to Ithaca after the Trojan War while facing gods, monsters, and political turmoil. Also Read: Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey in trouble? Viking ship owner claims studio has refused to pay for damages The film stars Matt Damon, Charlize Theron, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Tom Holland and Zendaya, among others. It made history as the first feature film shot entirely on IMAX film. The Odyssey reportedly crossed $1 billion globally in just three weeks.

<p>The Odyssey has opened across 20,000 screens in China, giving the film a major theatrical push amid a surge in box office figures for Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Read more to know.&nbsp;</p>

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey arrives in China on 20,000 screens amid Spider-Man Brand New Day's box-office surge

<p>Renowned actress Hayden Panettiere, who starred in Heroes, Nashville and the Scream franchise, has passed away at the age of 36. The news of her death was confirmed by her representative on Sunday, ABC News reported. The cause of her death has not been disclosed yet.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Just months before her demise, Panettiere publicly revisited some of the most painful chapters of her life in her memoir, This Is Me: A Reckoning. The book released in May 2026, and explores her experiences with childhood fame, trauma, postpartum depression, addiction, domestic abuse, grief and recovery.</p><h2>Panettiere on her motherhood difficulties</h2><p>Her experiences following the birth of her daughter Kaya became one of the most difficult periods of her life.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She welcomed Kaya with her former fiancé and Ukrainian boxer Wladimir Klitschko in 2014. In her memoir, she revealed that the delivery was extremely traumatic as she underwent a lengthy C-section after complications involving blood loss and an infection, and required seven blood transfusions.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/hayden-panettiere-best-known-for-hit-series-heroes-and-nashville-passes-away-at-36-1786941284690"><strong>Hayden Panettiere, best known for Heroes and Nashville, passes away at 36</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>After her birth, Panettiere said she struggled to experience the immediate connection with her newborn. "I had always heard that mothers feel an instant rush of love the moment they lay their eyes on their baby, but I felt nothing. Kaya was just there, and now I had to figure out how to bond with her. It felt like an insurmountable task, and I was only on the first day," she reportedly said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She later explained, "I wish somebody told me that that was a possibility, told me it's OK if you birth your child and you're not immediately like, 'Oh my god, I love you more than anything in the entire world!'"</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The actress eventually received professional treatment and was diagnosed with postpartum depression.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/taylor-swift-debuts-new-short-hairstyle-gives-glimpse-of-wedding-ring-at-oli-jacobs-and-laura-sisk-s-wedding-1786937598935"><strong>Taylor Swift debuts new short hairstyle, gives glimpse of wedding ring</strong></a></p><h2>When alcohol became a way of coping</h2><p>In her memoir, she also spoke about her alcohol addiction. "I just thought there was something seriously wrong with me, so I thought, 'Fireball will fix this -- duh!' And it didn't. It does for a moment, but then it makes everything worse."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She had reportedly described that after waking up, she used to immediately think about alcohol, and her dependence also became intertwined with prescription medication.</p><p>Her struggles continued while she was working on Nashville, where her character Juliette Barnes was simultaneously dealing with addiction and postpartum depression.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Juliette Barnes had postpartum depression, and alcohol and pill problem, and a divorce on the horizon. She was erratic, an absentee mother, and fought with everyone, including her fans. Every time I read the day’s script, it was like I was looking in a funhouse mirror, seeing a distorted reflection of myself. I can’t tell you how lost this made me feel," she reportedly wrote.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/spider-man-brand-new-day-swings-high-for-third-weekend-in-north-american-box-office-1786933870563"><strong>Spidey swings high for third weekend in North American box office</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Panettiere also revealed that when she was a young performer members of her team gave her what she described as “happy pills” before professional appearances. She believed they were amphetamines.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"At 16, they were the gateway drug that ushered me toward the good of pharmaceuticals and the downfall of addiction."</p><h2>Why she didn’t have custody of Kaya</h2><p>Panettiere's addiction and mental health struggles eventually affected her ability to care for Kaya.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/selena-gomez-wondermind-controversy-explained-why-is-she-facing-a-1-2-million-lawsuit-1786870014730"><strong>Selena Gomez Wondermind controversy: Why is she facing a $1.2 million lawsuit?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In 2018, she agreed to give full custody of her daughter to Klitschko. Panettiere later stressed that the decision was a painful choice made while she was attempting to recover.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She recalled Klitschko telling her, “I want full custody. I worry about Kaya when she’s with you.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"I remember every second of that day. Every f—king second. No mother could forget a single thing about the day she signed her child away," she had revealed.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Despite living apart, Panettiere continued to describe her relationship with Kaya as loving and close, saying she stayed connected through visits and FaceTime.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In 2020, she entered a rehabilitation programme and has often spoken about her recovery.</p>

Actress Hayden Panettiere has died at the age of 36. Known for Heroes and Nashville, she has often spoken about addiction, postpartum depression, and why she didn’t have custody of Kaya.

Renowned actress Hayden Panettiere, who starred in Heroes, Nashville and the Scream franchise, has passed away at the age of 36. The news of her death was confirmed by her representative on Sunday, ABC News reported. The cause of her death has not been disclosed yet. Just months before her demise, Panettiere publicly revisited some of the most painful chapters of her life in her memoir, This Is Me: A Reckoning. The book released in May 2026, and explores her experiences with childhood fame, trauma, postpartum depression, addiction, domestic abuse, grief and recovery. Panettiere on her motherhood difficulties Her experiences following the birth of her daughter Kaya became one of the most difficult periods of her life. She welcomed Kaya with her former fiancé and Ukrainian boxer Wladimir Klitschko in 2014. In her memoir, she revealed that the delivery was extremely traumatic as she underwent a lengthy C-section after complications involving blood loss and an infection, and required seven blood transfusions. Also Read: Hayden Panettiere, best known for Heroes and Nashville, passes away at 36 After her birth, Panettiere said she struggled to experience the immediate connection with her newborn. "I had always heard that mothers feel an instant rush of love the moment they lay their eyes on their baby, but I felt nothing. Kaya was just there, and now I had to figure out how to bond with her. It felt like an insurmountable task, and I was only on the first day," she reportedly said. She later explained, "I wish somebody told me that that was a possibility, told me it's OK if you birth your child and you're not immediately like, 'Oh my god, I love you more than anything in the entire world!'" The actress eventually received professional treatment and was diagnosed with postpartum depression. Also Read: Taylor Swift debuts new short hairstyle, gives glimpse of wedding ring When alcohol became a way of coping In her memoir, she also spoke about her alcohol addiction. "I just thought there was something seriously wrong with me, so I thought, 'Fireball will fix this -- duh!' And it didn't. It does for a moment, but then it makes everything worse." She had reportedly described that after waking up, she used to immediately think about alcohol, and her dependence also became intertwined with prescription medication. Her struggles continued while she was working on Nashville, where her character Juliette Barnes was simultaneously dealing with addiction and postpartum depression. "Juliette Barnes had postpartum depression, and alcohol and pill problem, and a divorce on the horizon. She was erratic, an absentee mother, and fought with everyone, including her fans. Every time I read the day’s script, it was like I was looking in a funhouse mirror, seeing a distorted reflection of myself. I can’t tell you how lost this made me feel," she reportedly wrote. Also Read: Spidey swings high for third weekend in North American box office Panettiere also revealed that when she was a young performer members of her team gave her what she described as “happy pills” before professional appearances. She believed they were amphetamines. "At 16, they were the gateway drug that ushered me toward the good of pharmaceuticals and the downfall of addiction." Why she didn’t have custody of Kaya Panettiere's addiction and mental health struggles eventually affected her ability to care for Kaya. Also Read: Selena Gomez Wondermind controversy: Why is she facing a $1.2 million lawsuit? In 2018, she agreed to give full custody of her daughter to Klitschko. Panettiere later stressed that the decision was a painful choice made while she was attempting to recover. She recalled Klitschko telling her, “I want full custody. I worry about Kaya when she’s with you.” "I remember every second of that day. Every f—king second. No mother could forget a single thing about the day she signed her child away," she had revealed. Despite living apart, Panettiere continued to describe her relationship with Kaya as loving and close, saying she stayed connected through visits and FaceTime. In 2020, she entered a rehabilitation programme and has often spoken about her recovery.

<p>Actress Hayden Panettiere has died at the age of 36. Known for Heroes and Nashville, she has often spoken about addiction, postpartum depression, and why she didn’t have custody of Kaya.</p>

Why Hayden Panettiere gave up custody of daughter Kaya: Actress had opened up about addiction and postpartum depression

<p>Hollywood star Hayden Panettiere, best known for her work in Heroes and Nashville, has died at the age of 36. Her representative confirmed the news of her death in a statement to ABC News, but did not specify details surrounding her death.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden,” her representative said in the statement. The representative remembered Panettiere as an actor who brought “immeasurable love and joy” to those around her and to those who watched her work.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The representative, however, did not specify the cause of her death.&nbsp;</p><h2>About Hayden Panettiere</h2><p>Panettiere was a well-known child actor and appeared in prominent films and television shows. She gained stardom after she played Claire Bennet in the science-fiction drama Heroes, which ran from 2006 to 2010. She later starred as Juliette Barnes in the musical drama Nashville, a role she played from 2012 to 2018.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She also featured in films like Remember the Titans, Raising Helen, Ice Princess, I Love You, Beth Cooper, Scream 4 and Scream VI. She also appeared in the television film Amanda Knox.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/tyra-banks-netflix-controversy-what-does-she-claim-the-antm-documentary-got-wrong-1786873294266">Tyra-Netflix controversy: What does she claim the ANTM documentary got wrong?</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Panettiere had spoken publicly in recent years about her experiences as a child star and the challenges she faced. Her memoir, This Is Me: A Reckoning, was released earlier this year in May. In interviews around the book, she reflected on her childhood in the entertainment industry and her personal experiences over the years.</p><h2>Battle with mental health</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Panettiere had also opened up about undergoing postpartum depression. After giving birth to her daughter, Kaya, in 2014, Panettiere revealed she did not feel an immediate maternal bond. In her memoir, she described the feeling as a total blackout of emotion rather than panic.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/selena-gomez-wondermind-controversy-explained-why-is-she-facing-a-1-2-million-lawsuit-1786870014730">Selena Gomez Wondermind controversy: Why is she facing a $1.2 million lawsuit?</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She had openly discussed her personal struggles with postpartum depression, addiction recovery, and trauma in previous interviews. Panettiere had suffered the profound loss of her younger brother, Jansen Panettiere, who died unexpectedly in February 2023 from heart complications.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Hollywood star Hayden Panettiere has passed away at the age of 36. Panettiere had started her career as a child actor and later featured in shows like Heroes, Nashville and films Screen 4. 

Hollywood star Hayden Panettiere, best known for her work in Heroes and Nashville, has died at the age of 36. Her representative confirmed the news of her death in a statement to ABC News, but did not specify details surrounding her death. “It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden,” her representative said in the statement. The representative remembered Panettiere as an actor who brought “immeasurable love and joy” to those around her and to those who watched her work. The representative, however, did not specify the cause of her death. About Hayden Panettiere Panettiere was a well-known child actor and appeared in prominent films and television shows. She gained stardom after she played Claire Bennet in the science-fiction drama Heroes, which ran from 2006 to 2010. She later starred as Juliette Barnes in the musical drama Nashville, a role she played from 2012 to 2018. She also featured in films like Remember the Titans, Raising Helen, Ice Princess, I Love You, Beth Cooper, Scream 4 and Scream VI. She also appeared in the television film Amanda Knox. Also read: Tyra-Netflix controversy: What does she claim the ANTM documentary got wrong? Panettiere had spoken publicly in recent years about her experiences as a child star and the challenges she faced. Her memoir, This Is Me: A Reckoning, was released earlier this year in May. In interviews around the book, she reflected on her childhood in the entertainment industry and her personal experiences over the years. Battle with mental health Panettiere had also opened up about undergoing postpartum depression. After giving birth to her daughter, Kaya, in 2014, Panettiere revealed she did not feel an immediate maternal bond. In her memoir, she described the feeling as a total blackout of emotion rather than panic. Also read: Selena Gomez Wondermind controversy: Why is she facing a $1.2 million lawsuit? She had openly discussed her personal struggles with postpartum depression, addiction recovery, and trauma in previous interviews. Panettiere had suffered the profound loss of her younger brother, Jansen Panettiere, who died unexpectedly in February 2023 from heart complications.

<p>Hollywood star Hayden Panettiere has passed away at the age of 36. Panettiere had started her career as a child actor and later featured in shows like Heroes, Nashville and films Screen 4.&nbsp;</p>

Hayden Panettiere, best known for hit series Heroes and Nashville, passes away at 36

<p>Taylor Swift on Saturday attended the wedding of longtime music collaborators Oli Jacobs and Laura Sisk. The pop star's appearance at the ceremony comes a month after she exchanged her vows with Travis Kelce. It was a star-studded gathering, but what caught everyone's attention was her debut in a noticeably shorter hairstyle and a glimpse of her new wedding band.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The intimate celebration was at Peter Gabriel's Real World Studios near Bath, Gloucestershire, on August 15, and alongside Swift, Jack Antonoff and Sabrina Carpenter also attended the wedding.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/taylor-swift-is-richest-female-musician-in-history-but-where-does-she-rank-among-the-world-s-billionaires-1780757509072"><strong>Taylor Swift is richest female musician in history</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="pt" dir="ltr">🚨 PERFEIÇÃO!<br><br>Primeiras imagens nítidas da aliança de casamento de Taylor Swift! <a href="https://t.co/JC6a3Cuh9k">pic.twitter.com/JC6a3Cuh9k</a></p>&mdash; Taylor Swift Brasil (@taylorswiftbr) <a href="https://x.com/taylorswiftbr/status/2089037830358028769?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>What did Taylor Swift wear for the wedding</h2><p>For the ceremony, she chose a sleeveless navy gown featuring a plunging neckline and a voluminous tulle skirt. Ivory floral appliqués added detail to the bodice and the front of the dress, while gold-framed sunglasses, a gold bracelet and a strand of pearls completed her look.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Her hairstyle also became a hot topic of conversation as Swift appeared with much shorter blonde hair, styled with her side-swept bangs and loose curls. The length fell only a few inches below her shoulders.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-exchanged-20-minute-vows-guests-recall-the-ceremony-s-most-emotional-moment-1783325722481"><strong>Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce exchanged 20-minute vows</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Taylor Swift at Oli Jacobs and Laura Sisk&#39;s wedding <a href="https://t.co/9eA5frH6Fn">pic.twitter.com/9eA5frH6Fn</a></p>&mdash; Taylor Swift in 4k (@4k_taylorr) <a href="https://x.com/4k_taylorr/status/2089045719101604157?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/this-hollywood-star-officiated-taylor-swift-and-travis-kelce-s-star-studded-wedding-1783158184209"><strong>THIS Hollywood star officiated Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's star-studded wedding</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Her 1989-era haircut is reportedly among the shortest styles she has worn in recent years.</p><h2>Swift's wedding ring grabs attention</h2><p>Several close-up photographs of Swift from the event have surfaced online, showcasing a gold wedding band sitting beneath her eye-catching engagement ring.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The visuals came just a day after her husband Travis Kelce was photographed wearing his own wedding band while arriving at Arrowhead Stadium for the Kansas City Chiefs' preseason game against the Los Angeles Rams.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">New look at Travis Kelce’s wedding ring 💍❤️‍🔥! <a href="https://t.co/Tt76NFF4Bk">pic.twitter.com/Tt76NFF4Bk</a></p>&mdash; The Taylor Swift Daily (@TheTSDaily) <a href="https://x.com/TheTSDaily/status/2088694631898751299?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/trump-is-your-president-white-house-trolls-taylor-swift-and-travis-kelce-copies-their-wedding-announcement-1783152931968"><strong>Trump trolls Taylor Swift and Travis Kelcem, copies their wedding announcement</strong></a></p><h2>About the Swift-Kelce wedding</h2><p>Swift and Kelce married on July 3 at Madison Square Garden in New York City. It was a private wedding; the couple has yet to release official photographs from the ceremony.</p><p>Kelce recently spoke about the occasion while attending the Kansas City Chiefs training camp in St. Joseph, Missouri. He described it as the “best night of my life.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“It was a fun offseason, man,” he further added. “The wedding was the best night of my life, and I appreciate everybody who came out and celebrated and had fun with us.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

A month after her private wedding to Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift debuted in a new hairstyle. She was captured during the wedding ceremony of her longtime music collaborators Oli Jacobs and Laura Sisk. 

Taylor Swift on Saturday attended the wedding of longtime music collaborators Oli Jacobs and Laura Sisk. The pop star's appearance at the ceremony comes a month after she exchanged her vows with Travis Kelce. It was a star-studded gathering, but what caught everyone's attention was her debut in a noticeably shorter hairstyle and a glimpse of her new wedding band. The intimate celebration was at Peter Gabriel's Real World Studios near Bath, Gloucestershire, on August 15, and alongside Swift, Jack Antonoff and Sabrina Carpenter also attended the wedding. Also Read: Taylor Swift is richest female musician in history

<p>A month after her private wedding to Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift debuted a new hairstyle. She was captured during the wedding ceremony of her longtime music collaborators, Oli Jacobs and Laura Sisk.&nbsp;</p>

Taylor Swift debuts new short hairstyle, gives glimpse of wedding ring at Oli Jacobs and Laura Sisk's wedding

<p>"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" continued dominating the North American box office, drawing an additional $70 million in ticket sales on its third weekend on the big screen, according to industry estimates.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The superhero film fronted by Tom Holland and real-life wife Zendaya has brought in more than $2 billion globally since its July 31 release, according to industry watcher Exhibitor Relations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It is now Sony Pictures' highest-ever grossing film, according to The Hollywood Reporter.</p><p>The latest Marvel blockbuster had the biggest debut weekend of all time at the domestic box office, when it earned $360 million -- topping Disney's 2019 "Avengers: Endgame" for the record on a non-adjusted-for-inflation basis.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film, which was directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, follows Peter Parker as he struggles with changes to his powers and lives in isolation after erasing his identity.</p><p>Spider-Man works to reconnect with his ex-girlfriend, MJ (Zendaya), and his best friend Ned (Jacob Batalon), while fighting off a new force threatening New York City.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/spider-man-brand-new-day-review-a-mature-peter-parker-navigates-heartbreak-loneliness-and-new-evil-1785397388024"><strong>Spider-Man: Brand New Day review: A mature Peter Parker navigates heartbreak, loneliness and new evil</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Trailing Spidey by some distance was Christopher Nolan's epic "The Odyssey" which brought in $23.2 million domestically for Universal in its fifth weekend on screen.</p><p>Warner Bros.'s sci-fi thriller "The End of Oak Street," starring Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor as a couple battling to survive when their neighborhood is transported back to prehistoric times, brought in $21 million -- earning it third place on its opening weekend.</p><p>In fourth, "Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie" hoovered up an estimated $20.5 million for Paramount on its debut weekend.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Katseye: Wild Hearts," which chronicles the pop girl group by the same name, came in fifth place, earning $3.6 million for Trafalgar Releasing on its opening weekend.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>All in all, 2026 continues to be a boon for Hollywood.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/spider-man-brand-new-day-box-office-india-tom-holland-starrer-eyes-rs-500-crore-milestone-1786348849417">Spider-Man Brand New Day box office India: Tom Holland starrer eyes Rs 500 crore milestone</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"The box office generally slows during the second half of August as kids start returning to school, but right now business remains extremely strong," said industry analyst David A. Gross.</p><h2>Rounding out the top 10 were:</h2><p>"SIX The Musical Live!" ($3 million)</p><p>"The Brink of War" ($2.7 million)</p><p>"Toy Story 5" ($2.3 million)</p><p>"One Night Only" ($2 million)</p><p>"Your Name. 10th Anniversary" ($1.6 million)</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/the-odyssey-hits-1-billion-in-just-three-weeks-christopher-nolan-film-surpasses-the-dark-knight-1786275953118/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/the-odyssey-hits-1-billion-in-just-three-weeks-christopher-nolan-film-surpasses-the-dark-knight-1786275953118/embed</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Tom Holland and Zendaya's Spider-Man: Brand New Day continues its dominance at the US box office. The superhero film has brought in more than $2 billion globally since its July 31 release.

"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" continued dominating the North American box office, drawing an additional $70 million in ticket sales on its third weekend on the big screen, according to industry estimates. The superhero film fronted by Tom Holland and real-life wife Zendaya has brought in more than $2 billion globally since its July 31 release, according to industry watcher Exhibitor Relations. It is now Sony Pictures' highest-ever grossing film, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The latest Marvel blockbuster had the biggest debut weekend of all time at the domestic box office, when it earned $360 million -- topping Disney's 2019 "Avengers: Endgame" for the record on a non-adjusted-for-inflation basis. The film, which was directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, follows Peter Parker as he struggles with changes to his powers and lives in isolation after erasing his identity. Spider-Man works to reconnect with his ex-girlfriend, MJ (Zendaya), and his best friend Ned (Jacob Batalon), while fighting off a new force threatening New York City. Also read: Spider-Man: Brand New Day review: A mature Peter Parker navigates heartbreak, loneliness and new evil Trailing Spidey by some distance was Christopher Nolan's epic "The Odyssey" which brought in $23.2 million domestically for Universal in its fifth weekend on screen. Warner Bros.'s sci-fi thriller "The End of Oak Street," starring Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor as a couple battling to survive when their neighborhood is transported back to prehistoric times, brought in $21 million -- earning it third place on its opening weekend. In fourth, "Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie" hoovered up an estimated $20.5 million for Paramount on its debut weekend. "Katseye: Wild Hearts," which chronicles the pop girl group by the same name, came in fifth place, earning $3.6 million for Trafalgar Releasing on its opening weekend. All in all, 2026 continues to be a boon for Hollywood. Also read: Spider-Man Brand New Day box office India: Tom Holland starrer eyes Rs 500 crore milestone "The box office generally slows during the second half of August as kids start returning to school, but right now business remains extremely strong," said industry analyst David A. Gross. Rounding out the top 10 were: "SIX The Musical Live!" ($3 million) "The Brink of War" ($2.7 million) "Toy Story 5" ($2.3 million) "One Night Only" ($2 million) "Your Name. 10th Anniversary" ($1.6 million) https://www.wionews.com/videos/the-odyssey-hits-1-billion-in-just-three-weeks-christopher-nolan-film-surpasses-the-dark-knight-1786275953118/embed

<p>Tom Holland and Zendaya's Spider-Man: Brand New Day continues its dominance at the US box office. The superhero film has brought in more than $2 billion globally since its July 31 release.</p>

Spider-Man: Brand New Day swings high for third weekend in North American box office

<p>Selena Gomez is grabbing headlines for all the wrong reasons. The singer is reportedly facing a legal battle over Wondermind, the mental health startup she has co-founded with her mother, Mandy Teedy, and entrepreneur Daniella Pierson. But what led to the trio facing a lawsuit over a good cause?</p><h2>Controversy involving Selena Gomez over mental health start-up explained</h2><p>Investors filed a federal lawsuit in Delaware against Selena Gomez, her mother Mandy Teefey, and former co-founder Daniella Pierson, accusing them of securities fraud and breach of contract regarding the mental health startup Wondermind. The plaintiffs claim the founders took roughly $1.2 million by making false promises about corporate partnerships, an active marketing role for Gomez, and a fully functional app that was never built.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/selena-gomez-benny-blanco-s-romantic-getaway-in-los-angeles-days-after-latter-facing-backlash-over-viral-dirty-feet-clip-controversy-1773902028935"><strong>Selena Gomez-Benny Blanco's romantic getaway in Los Angeles days after latter facing backlash over viral dirty feet clip controversy</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The suit claims Gomez signed a contract to act as head of marketing and leverage her massive social media reach but instead ignored it and distanced herself from the company. Plaintiffs allege that promised initiatives, including a mobile app, podcasts, advertising deals, and major institutional partnerships with companies like JPMorgan Chase and Fidelity, did not actually exist or materialise.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/selena-gomez-benny-blanco-s-divorce-rumours-swirl-after-viral-post-what-s-the-truth-1776495070131"><strong>Selena Gomez–Benny Blanco's divorce rumours swirl after viral post; what’s the truth?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Founders are accused of hiding the start-up's financial disarray and operational failure for three years while failing to pay staff and vendors on time. Investors stated that they were kept in the dark and only learned of the company's internal struggles following critical media reports published by publications Forbes and The Cut.</p><h2>Selena Gomez's lawyer responds to lawsuit against Wondermind</h2><p>In an interaction with <i>PEOPLE</i>, Selena Gomez's lawyer, Mathew Rosengart have stated about the recent lawsuit against Wondermind as 'completely meritless, both factually and legally." "We will vigorously defend these false allegations and indeed are filing a motion to dismiss the baseless claims against her," he added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/selena-gomez-adding-followers-to-private-instagram-circle-what-s-the-catch-1772607180887"><strong>Selena Gomez adding followers to private Instagram circle; What's the catch?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Co-founder of Wondermind, Daniella Pierson categorically denied the allegations of fraud and misuse of funds, stating she welcomes the chance to present financial records clearing her name.</p><h2>What is Wondermind?</h2><p>Wondermind is a digital mental health and media startup co-founded in the late 2021 by pop star and actress Selena Gomez, her mother Mandy Teefey and entrepreneur Daniella Pierson. Marketed as a "mental fitness ecosystem", the platform was designed to offer online content, articles, interviews, and practical advice to help people work on their mental health like physical exercise.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/selena-gomez-breaks-silence-over-benny-blanco-s-dirty-feet-podcast-controversy-i-fall-more-and-more-1772096462176"><strong>Selena Gomez breaks silence over Benny Blanco's dirty feet podcast controversy: 'I fall more and more...'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Wondermind promotes the idea that mental health requires daily effort and attention, much like a physical workout. It focuses on reducing the stigma surrounding mental health through shared personal stories, expert advice, and educational resources.</p>

Selena Gomez is reportedly facing a legal battle over Wondermind, the mental-health startup she co-founded with her mother. Read more to know all about the controversy. 

Selena Gomez is grabbing headlines for all the wrong reasons. The singer is reportedly facing a legal battle over Wondermind, the mental health startup she has co-founded with her mother, Mandy Teedy, and entrepreneur Daniella Pierson. But what led to the trio facing a lawsuit over a good cause? Controversy involving Selena Gomez over mental health start-up explained Investors filed a federal lawsuit in Delaware against Selena Gomez, her mother Mandy Teefey, and former co-founder Daniella Pierson, accusing them of securities fraud and breach of contract regarding the mental health startup Wondermind. The plaintiffs claim the founders took roughly $1.2 million by making false promises about corporate partnerships, an active marketing role for Gomez, and a fully functional app that was never built. Also Read: Selena Gomez-Benny Blanco's romantic getaway in Los Angeles days after latter facing backlash over viral dirty feet clip controversy The suit claims Gomez signed a contract to act as head of marketing and leverage her massive social media reach but instead ignored it and distanced herself from the company. Plaintiffs allege that promised initiatives, including a mobile app, podcasts, advertising deals, and major institutional partnerships with companies like JPMorgan Chase and Fidelity, did not actually exist or materialise. Also Read: Selena Gomez–Benny Blanco's divorce rumours swirl after viral post; what’s the truth? Founders are accused of hiding the start-up's financial disarray and operational failure for three years while failing to pay staff and vendors on time. Investors stated that they were kept in the dark and only learned of the company's internal struggles following critical media reports published by publications Forbes and The Cut. Selena Gomez's lawyer responds to lawsuit against Wondermind In an interaction with PEOPLE, Selena Gomez's lawyer, Mathew Rosengart have stated about the recent lawsuit against Wondermind as 'completely meritless, both factually and legally." "We will vigorously defend these false allegations and indeed are filing a motion to dismiss the baseless claims against her," he added. Also Read: Selena Gomez adding followers to private Instagram circle; What's the catch? Co-founder of Wondermind, Daniella Pierson categorically denied the allegations of fraud and misuse of funds, stating she welcomes the chance to present financial records clearing her name. What is Wondermind? Wondermind is a digital mental health and media startup co-founded in the late 2021 by pop star and actress Selena Gomez, her mother Mandy Teefey and entrepreneur Daniella Pierson. Marketed as a "mental fitness ecosystem", the platform was designed to offer online content, articles, interviews, and practical advice to help people work on their mental health like physical exercise. Also Read: Selena Gomez breaks silence over Benny Blanco's dirty feet podcast controversy: 'I fall more and more...' Wondermind promotes the idea that mental health requires daily effort and attention, much like a physical workout. It focuses on reducing the stigma surrounding mental health through shared personal stories, expert advice, and educational resources.

<p>Selena Gomez is reportedly facing a legal battle over Wondermind, the mental-health startup she co-founded with her mother. Read more to know all about the controversy.&nbsp;</p>

Selena Gomez Wondermind controversy explained: Why is she facing a $1.2 million lawsuit?

<p>Nick Reiner, who awaits trial over the deaths of his parents, filmmaker Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, has been denied access to money from a family trust. The trustees overseeing the fund have reportedly opposed his request to receive money for legal expenses and commissary costs, highlighting California's so-called “slayer statute.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The 32-year-old sought court approval in June to obtain funds from a trust his parents established in his name in 1993. In his petition, he alleged that the trust is worth more than $1.5 million and argued that a portion of it should have been distributed to him after he turned 30.</p><h2>Why trustees rejected his request</h2><p>The dispute is around whether Reiner can receive money from a trust established by the very people whose deaths he is accused of causing. Paul Kanin and Jodi Pais Montgomery, the previous and incoming fiduciaries overseeing the trust, have objected to releasing the funds while the criminal case remains unresolved.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/rob-reiner-death-case-nick-reiner-pleads-not-guilty-in-parents-murder-1771913111070"><strong>Rob Reiner death case: Nick Reiner pleads not guilty in parents’ murder</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Their position relies on California's “slayer statute,” which can prevent a person from receiving an inheritance, property or trust assets from someone they have “feloniously and intentionally” killed.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Montgomery's lawyers argued in court filings that releasing the money before the criminal proceedings are resolved could create an irreversible situation if Reiner is ultimately found responsible for his parents' deaths.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A filing by Lauriann Wright, an attorney for Montgomery, states, “California has enacted no exception permitting a killer’s inheritance to be used for criminal-defense costs.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The trustees have also indicated that, if the statute ultimately applies, the trust assets would instead go to Reiner's siblings, Jake and Romy.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/nick-reiner-s-defense-lawyer-withdraws-from-murder-case-what-could-be-the-reason-1767884632470"><strong>Nick Reiner’s defense lawyer withdraws from murder case - what could be the reason?</strong></a></p><h2>Reiner asked for money for legal expenses</h2><p>In his June petition, Reiner said he had yet to receive what he described as the age-30 distribution from the trust. He asked that the first portion of the payment be released so he could pay his attorneys and maintain his commissary account while in custody.</p><p>He said the money would help cover basic necessities, including hygiene products and other personal items.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>One filing states, “Nick’s sense of urgency is real, but it did not arise in a vacuum. It arises from the deaths of his parents, the very settlors of the Trust at issue, and Nick is presently accused of causing those deaths.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/who-was-rob-reiner-career-relationship-and-children-of-the-hollywood-director-found-dead-at-his-us-home-1765781822283"><strong>Who was Rob Reiner? Career, relationship and children of the Hollywood director found dead at his US home</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Reiner has challenged the trustees' decision, arguing, "I did not give my consent to any Trustee of my Trust to withhold, defer, or retain my Age-30 Distribution indefinitely as ‘property of the Trust,'" he stated in court documents.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He further argued, “I have never understood anything I did (or did not do) to constitute giving the Trustee my consent to indefinitely withhold my Age-30 Distribution from me and retain it as property of the Trust even after I have asked for it, and it was not my intention to consent to that.”</p><h2>What was the case?</h2><p>Reiner's attorney, Anita P. Wu, has disputed the trustees' interpretation of the law. Speaking to The New York Times, Wu said, “The slayer statute requires a determination, not a mere accusation. Nick is presumed innocent and has been convicted of nothing.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/romy-reiner-fled-as-she-discovered-dad-rob-reiner-s-body-was-unaware-that-mom-michele-reiner-was-dead-inside-the-house-1765986267490"><strong>Romy Reiner ‘fled’ as she discovered dad Rob Reiner’s body, was unaware that mom Michele Reiner was dead inside the house</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Reiner was indicted in July on two counts of first-degree murder in connection with the December 2025 deaths of Rob and Michele Reiner. The new indictment replaced the earlier murder charges and also includes an alleged special circumstance involving lying in wait, along with an allegation concerning the use of a knife.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He has pleaded not guilty to the charges.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Reiner remains in custody at the Twin Towers Correctional Facility in Los Angeles. His next pretrial hearing is scheduled for September 15.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Nick Reiner has been denied access to money from a family trust amid the ongoing case regarding the deaths of his parents, filmmaker Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. Read on to know more.

Nick Reiner, who awaits trial over the deaths of his parents, filmmaker Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, has been denied access to money from a family trust. The trustees overseeing the fund have reportedly opposed his request to receive money for legal expenses and commissary costs, highlighting California's so-called “slayer statute.” The 32-year-old sought court approval in June to obtain funds from a trust his parents established in his name in 1993. In his petition, he alleged that the trust is worth more than $1.5 million and argued that a portion of it should have been distributed to him after he turned 30. Why trustees rejected his request The dispute is around whether Reiner can receive money from a trust established by the very people whose deaths he is accused of causing. Paul Kanin and Jodi Pais Montgomery, the previous and incoming fiduciaries overseeing the trust, have objected to releasing the funds while the criminal case remains unresolved. Also Read: Rob Reiner death case: Nick Reiner pleads not guilty in parents’ murder Their position relies on California's “slayer statute,” which can prevent a person from receiving an inheritance, property or trust assets from someone they have “feloniously and intentionally” killed. Montgomery's lawyers argued in court filings that releasing the money before the criminal proceedings are resolved could create an irreversible situation if Reiner is ultimately found responsible for his parents' deaths. A filing by Lauriann Wright, an attorney for Montgomery, states, “California has enacted no exception permitting a killer’s inheritance to be used for criminal-defense costs.” The trustees have also indicated that, if the statute ultimately applies, the trust assets would instead go to Reiner's siblings, Jake and Romy. Also Read: Nick Reiner’s defense lawyer withdraws from murder case - what could be the reason? Reiner asked for money for legal expenses In his June petition, Reiner said he had yet to receive what he described as the age-30 distribution from the trust. He asked that the first portion of the payment be released so he could pay his attorneys and maintain his commissary account while in custody. He said the money would help cover basic necessities, including hygiene products and other personal items. One filing states, “Nick’s sense of urgency is real, but it did not arise in a vacuum. It arises from the deaths of his parents, the very settlors of the Trust at issue, and Nick is presently accused of causing those deaths.” Also Read: Who was Rob Reiner? Career, relationship and children of the Hollywood director found dead at his US home Reiner has challenged the trustees' decision, arguing, "I did not give my consent to any Trustee of my Trust to withhold, defer, or retain my Age-30 Distribution indefinitely as ‘property of the Trust,'" he stated in court documents. He further argued, “I have never understood anything I did (or did not do) to constitute giving the Trustee my consent to indefinitely withhold my Age-30 Distribution from me and retain it as property of the Trust even after I have asked for it, and it was not my intention to consent to that.” What was the case? Reiner's attorney, Anita P. Wu, has disputed the trustees' interpretation of the law. Speaking to The New York Times, Wu said, “The slayer statute requires a determination, not a mere accusation. Nick is presumed innocent and has been convicted of nothing.” Also Read: Romy Reiner ‘fled’ as she discovered dad Rob Reiner’s body, was unaware that mom Michele Reiner was dead inside the house Reiner was indicted in July on two counts of first-degree murder in connection with the December 2025 deaths of Rob and Michele Reiner. The new indictment replaced the earlier murder charges and also includes an alleged special circumstance involving lying in wait, along with an allegation concerning the use of a knife. He has pleaded not guilty to the charges. Reiner remains in custody at the Twin Towers Correctional Facility in Los Angeles. His next pretrial hearing is scheduled for September 15.

<p>Nick Reiner has been denied access to money from a family trust amid the ongoing case regarding the deaths of his parents, filmmaker Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. Read on to know more.</p>

Rob Reiner murder case: Nick Reiner's $1.5M trust fund access blocked; here's why trustees said no

<p>Ryan Gosling is all set to step into the Star Wars universe with a new character. The actor will feature as Kade Auberon in Star Wars: Starfighter, Shawn Levy’s upcoming standalone adventure. It was revealed at Disney's D23 event. Expected to arrive in cinemas on May 28, 2027, the film is set after the events of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It is said that Starfighter will explore a previously unseen period in the galaxy instead of continuing the Skywalker family story.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/d23-2026-frozen-3-tangled-x-men-and-avengers-doomsday-among-biggest-reveals-1786783283131"><strong>D23 2026: Frozen 3, Tangled, X-Men and Avengers Doomsday among biggest reveals</strong></a></p><h2>Ryan Gosling introduces his character</h2><p>Gosling attended the D23 event, and alongside Levy, he offered fans a glimpse into his character. Kade Auberon is described as a rogue with a troubled past. "Kade is a guy from the wrong side of the galaxy, whose fate is intertwined with the fastest starfighter ever built," Gosling said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The actor also spoke about his connection with Disney, recalling his early appearance on The Mickey Mouse Club. "I owe a lot to Disney… and I’m now here 30 years later and I’m back and it’s changing my life again," he added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/avengers-doomsday-new-trailer-s-damaged-city-scene-sparks-debate-wakanda-or-new-york-1786798829062"><strong>Avengers Doomsday: New trailer's damaged city scene sparks debate</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Ryan Gosling is Kade Auberon. <br><br>Experience Star Wars: Starfighter, starring Ryan Gosling, only in theaters May 28, 2027. <a href="https://t.co/hoFlXv8nLL">pic.twitter.com/hoFlXv8nLL</a></p>&mdash; Star Wars (@starwars) <a href="https://x.com/starwars/status/2088482498326241652?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>First footage of Starfighter</h2><p>In the first footage exclusively at D23, the studio introduces a young boy, played by Flynn Gray, who discovers a covered spacecraft inside a hangar. When he removes the cover, Kade catches him investigating the vehicle.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Didn’t I tell you not to touch anything?" Kade asks.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The boy calls the vessel a decommissioned G-17 Imperial Reaper, and Kade explains that it is the fastest starfighter ever built.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>When the boy admits that he has never heard of the spacecraft, Kade responds, “There’s a reason for that.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/coco-2-first-look-out-miguel-returns-as-a-teenager-in-pixar-s-2029-sequel-1786787789091"><strong>Coco 2 first look out: Miguel returns as a teenager in Pixar's 2029 sequel</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Can&#39;t believe I&#39;m saying this but Shawn Levy BROUGHT IT with Star Wars Starfighter. Looks like an exhilarating action adventure. Not kidding when I say it was giving &quot;more accessible Drive&quot; energy. Lot of action, intergalactic windsurfing, fast starships, and Gosling leveraging… <a href="https://t.co/wQip06DxZl">pic.twitter.com/wQip06DxZl</a></p>&mdash; Griffin Schiller (@griffschiller) <a href="https://x.com/griffschiller/status/2088483108937249011?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>The brief footage then expands into a larger action sequence, featuring starships, speeders, and high-speed chases.</p><h2>Shawn Levy on the upcoming project</h2><p>Designed for an original adventure, Starfighter will not focus on the Skywalkers. Speaking about the film, he said, "Starfighter embodies the themes of hope, family and adventure that have always been core to Star Wars, but our story takes place in a period of time that has never been seen before which has been a privilege to create and explore."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He further adds, "This Star Wars story is firmly rooted in character, brought to life by these amazing actors and all within an adventure that's filled with humor, danger, spectacle and the joyous spirit that has been the beating heart of this 50-year legacy that we all love so much."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/x-men-reboot-marvel-reveals-new-mutant-cast-at-d23-led-by-sadie-sink-adam-driver-and-kit-connor-1786781019779"><strong>X-Men reboot: Marvel reveals new mutant cast led by Sadie Sink, Adam and more</strong></a></p><h2>About Star Wars: Starfighter</h2><p>Alongside Gosling, the film also features Flynn Gray, Matt Smith, Mia Goth, Aaron Pierre, Simon Bird, Jamael Westman, Daniel Ings and Amy Adams.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It is directed by Shawn Levy, with Jonathan Tropper credited as the screenwriter. Levy and Gosling are also collaborating on Marvel's upcoming Ghost Rider.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Star Wars: Starfighter is set to hit theatres on May 28, 2027.</p>

At Disney's D23 event, Ryan Gosling unveiled the first footage of his upcoming film Star Wars: Starfighter. Directed by Shawn Levy, it will explore a previously unseen period in the galaxy instead of continuing the Skywalker family story. 

Ryan Gosling is all set to step into the Star Wars universe with a new character. The actor will feature as Kade Auberon in Star Wars: Starfighter, Shawn Levy’s upcoming standalone adventure. It was revealed at Disney's D23 event. Expected to arrive in cinemas on May 28, 2027, the film is set after the events of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. It is said that Starfighter will explore a previously unseen period in the galaxy instead of continuing the Skywalker family story. Also Read: D23 2026: Frozen 3, Tangled, X-Men and Avengers Doomsday among biggest reveals Ryan Gosling introduces his character Gosling attended the D23 event, and alongside Levy, he offered fans a glimpse into his character. Kade Auberon is described as a rogue with a troubled past. "Kade is a guy from the wrong side of the galaxy, whose fate is intertwined with the fastest starfighter ever built," Gosling said. The actor also spoke about his connection with Disney, recalling his early appearance on The Mickey Mouse Club. "I owe a lot to Disney… and I’m now here 30 years later and I’m back and it’s changing my life again," he added. Also Read: Avengers Doomsday: New trailer's damaged city scene sparks debate

<p>At Disney's D23 event, Ryan Gosling unveiled the first footage of his upcoming film Star Wars: Starfighter. Directed by Shawn Levy, it will explore a previously unseen period in the galaxy instead of continuing the Skywalker family story.&nbsp;</p>

Ryan Gosling unveils first footage from Star Wars: Starfighter at D23: Meet Kade Auberon

<p>Hollywood veteran actor Bruce Willis has been navigating frontotemporal dementia in recent years, staying largely away from the spotlight as his family continues to support him through the condition. Amid this, the actor made a rare appearance to celebrate his daughter Tallulah's wedding day.</p><h2>Bruce Willis' rare appearance at the daughter's wedding</h2><p>Reportedly, the actor was spotted celebrating at the wedding of Tallulah Willis, his youngest daughter with ex-Demi Moore, and his new son-in-law, Justin Acee. “A tender moment with my dad and Justin at the start of wedding weekend,” Tallulah wrote in a caption.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/bruce-willis-family-chooses-strong-step-plans-brain-donation-for-dementia-research-1777647204871"><strong>Bruce Willis' family chooses strong step, plans brain donation for dementia research</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As per a <i>Vogue</i> report, Tallulah reflected on her father’s health in an essay for Vogue shortly after the diagnosis was publicised. “In the past I was so afraid of being destroyed by sadness, but finally I feel that I can show up and be relied upon,” she wrote. “I can savour that time, hold my dad’s hand, and feel that it’s wonderful. I know that trials are looming, that this is the beginning of grief, but that whole thing about loving yourself before you can love somebody else is real.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/bruce-willis-wife-emma-hemming-reveals-update-about-dementia-diagnosis-he-doesn-t-know-1769692761422"><strong>Bruce Willis' wife Emma Hemming reveals update about dementia diagnosis: He doesn't know...'</strong></a></p>

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<p>The rare appearance has since drawn attention because Willis has largely stayed out of the public eye since his retirement from acting. But rather than a Hollywood comeback, this was simply a father being present for his daughter's milestone moment.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/bruce-willis-health-update-veteran-actor-living-separately-under-full-time-care-wife-emma-heming-reveals-1756474801430"><strong>Bruce Willis' health update: Veteran actor living separately under full-time care, wife Emma Heming reveals</strong></a></p><h2>Bruce Willis' dementia diagnosis</h2><p>Veteran American actor Bruce Willis, who gained fame after playing the lead role in the comedy drama series Moonlighting and starring as John McClane in the Die Hard franchise. After he was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia in 2023, he has been keeping low, but his family keeps updating his fans about his health.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/bruce-willis-250m-estate-spark-dispute-between-wife-and-demi-moore-s-daughters-1759146855543"><strong>Bruce Willis’ $250M estate spark dispute between wife and Demi Moore’s daughters</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>His notable works include <i>The Last Boy Scout (1991), Pulp Fiction (1994), 12 Monkeys (1995), The Fifth Element (1997), Armageddon (1998), The Sixth Sense (1999), Unbreakable, The Whole Nine Yards (both 2000), Tears of the Sun (2003), Sin City (2005), The Expendables, Red (both 2010), Looper (2012), and Glass (2019).</i></p>

Bruce Willis made a rare appearance at his daughter Tallulah's wedding in Idaho. The veteran star is currently battling frontotemporal dementia. 

Hollywood veteran actor Bruce Willis has been navigating frontotemporal dementia in recent years, staying largely away from the spotlight as his family continues to support him through the condition. Amid this, the actor made a rare appearance to celebrate his daughter Tallulah's wedding day. Bruce Willis' rare appearance at the daughter's wedding Reportedly, the actor was spotted celebrating at the wedding of Tallulah Willis, his youngest daughter with ex-Demi Moore, and his new son-in-law, Justin Acee. “A tender moment with my dad and Justin at the start of wedding weekend,” Tallulah wrote in a caption. Also Read: Bruce Willis' family chooses strong step, plans brain donation for dementia research As per a Vogue report, Tallulah reflected on her father’s health in an essay for Vogue shortly after the diagnosis was publicised. “In the past I was so afraid of being destroyed by sadness, but finally I feel that I can show up and be relied upon,” she wrote. “I can savour that time, hold my dad’s hand, and feel that it’s wonderful. I know that trials are looming, that this is the beginning of grief, but that whole thing about loving yourself before you can love somebody else is real.” Also Read: Bruce Willis' wife Emma Hemming reveals update about dementia diagnosis: He doesn't know...'

<p>Bruce Willis made a rare appearance at his daughter Tallulah's wedding in Idaho. The veteran star is currently battling frontotemporal dementia.&nbsp;</p>

Bruce Willis joins daughter Tallulah on her wedding day in rare family appearance

<p>Marvel fans were in for a surprise when the makers decided to drop in a new trailer of Avengers: Doomsday at the D23 event. With the new clip unveiled, it has given fans plenty to dissect. However, one shot of a heavily damaged city has sparked speculation over where the destruction takes place, with some viewers wondering whether it could be Wakanda or New York.</p><h2>Netizens' theory of the opening scene of Avengers: Doomsday</h2><p>The opening scene of Avengers: Doomsday's new trailer features a bruised, devastated cityscape showing widespread destruction before Reed Richards confronts Doom and asks whether he was responsible. The trailer doesn't provide an obvious location marker in that particular shot, which has left fans trying to identify the setting.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/avengers-doomsday-new-trailer-offers-a-closer-look-at-robert-downey-jr-s-doctor-doom-1786778739937"><strong>Avengers Doomsday: New trailer offers a closer look at Robert Downey Jr's Doctor Doom</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It is somewhere paired with Sue Storm, describing Victor Von Doom as "broken" after losing everything he loved. This implicates a deeply personal, tragic core for Robert Downey Jr's Doctor Doom, framing him not as a simple conqueror, but as a multiversal force on a crusade because he believes the heroes are living on "stolen lives" that must be returned.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/d23-2026-frozen-3-tangled-x-men-and-avengers-doomsday-among-biggest-reveals-1786783283131"><strong>D23 2026: Frozen 3, Tangled, X-Men and Avengers Doomsday among biggest reveals</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The mystery has therefore become another talking point among fans trying to piece together the film's multiverse storyline. One user wrote, "Bro, this is Wakanda."&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Bro that is WAKANDA</p>&mdash; Goofy 3.0 ⚜️🌰 (@GoofyWhoDat) <a href="https://x.com/GoofyWhoDat/status/2088485143216295975?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Another user wrote, "Isn't Spider-Man and Jean Grey there in NY!? Or are they in some different multiverse?</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Isn&#39;t spider man &amp; Jean Grey there in NY!? Or are they in some different multiverse?</p>&mdash; ywakiop (@ywakiop) <a href="https://x.com/ywakiop/status/2088519161953853691?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>"Is this in the main universe. There's no going back now", wrote the third user.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">is this in the main universe?<br><br>there’s no going back now</p>&mdash; riannnnn (@riannestapa) <a href="https://x.com/riannestapa/status/2088507539172499588?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Another social media user wrote, “I'm assuming this is the X-Men's Universe after their fight with Doom and the Sentinels. This is also why the X-Men would be in the F4 universe.”</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I&#39;m assuming this is the X-Men&#39;s Universe after their fight with Doom and the Sentinels. This is also why the X-Men would be in the F4 universe</p>&mdash; Pynappuru (@Pineapp59035849) <a href="https://x.com/Pineapp59035849/status/2088493445006479559?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>How does Avengers: Doomsday begin?</h2><p>As per the two trailers unveiled and several theories from previous events,<i> Avengers: Doomsday</i> reportedly hints at due to the terrifying onset of multiversal incursions as distinct universes are pushed onto a catastrophic collision course. Victor Von Doom emerges after realising ordinary science cannot stop the reality-collapsing cataclysm, choosing instead to forge a dangerous new path of power and claim dominion over the fractured multiverse.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/avengers-doomsday-robert-downey-jr-and-russo-brothers-tease-doctor-doom-transformation-1785309766792"><strong>Avengers: Doomsday: Robert Downey Jr and Russo Brothers tease Doctor Doom transformation</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Worlds begin colliding across realities as the multiverse destabilises. Heroes from three separate universes—including core MCU mainstays and the X-Men, who find themselves thrust into an existential crisis as Doom declares dominion over the collapsing reality.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/marvel-s-sdcc-panel-unveils-new-avengers-doomsday-footage-ryan-gosling-s-ghost-rider-and-more-1785045670168"><strong>Marvel's SDCC panel unveils New Avengers: Doomsday footage, Ryan Gosling's Ghost Rider and more</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Followed up by <i>Avengers: Doomsday, Avengers: Secret Wars</i> reportedly follows the catastrophic collision of different universes (incursions), leading to the creation of Battleworld, a patchwork realm ruled by a god-like villain where heroes from across realities must fight to restore reality. So far, the makers haven't revealed anything about this yet.&nbsp;</p>

The new trailer of Avengers: Doomsday has sparked widespread discussion and has left many to guess about the opening scene of the clip, whether it's New York or Wakanda. Read to know more. 

Marvel fans were in for a surprise when the makers decided to drop in a new trailer of Avengers: Doomsday at the D23 event. With the new clip unveiled, it has given fans plenty to dissect. However, one shot of a heavily damaged city has sparked speculation over where the destruction takes place, with some viewers wondering whether it could be Wakanda or New York. Netizens' theory of the opening scene of Avengers: Doomsday The opening scene of Avengers: Doomsday's new trailer features a bruised, devastated cityscape showing widespread destruction before Reed Richards confronts Doom and asks whether he was responsible. The trailer doesn't provide an obvious location marker in that particular shot, which has left fans trying to identify the setting. Also Read: Avengers Doomsday: New trailer offers a closer look at Robert Downey Jr's Doctor Doom It is somewhere paired with Sue Storm, describing Victor Von Doom as "broken" after losing everything he loved. This implicates a deeply personal, tragic core for Robert Downey Jr's Doctor Doom, framing him not as a simple conqueror, but as a multiversal force on a crusade because he believes the heroes are living on "stolen lives" that must be returned. Also Read: D23 2026: Frozen 3, Tangled, X-Men and Avengers Doomsday among biggest reveals The mystery has therefore become another talking point among fans trying to piece together the film's multiverse storyline. One user wrote, "Bro, this is Wakanda."

<p>The new trailer of Avengers: Doomsday has sparked widespread discussion and has left many to guess about the opening scene of the clip, whether it's New York or Wakanda. Read to know more.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>All Zootopia fans, assemble! Disney has officially given the green light to the third part of the much-loved franchise. After the record-shattering success of the second part, Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde will be back in theatres soon. But for now, the audience will have to wait.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The D23 Expo is currently underway at the Honda Centre in Anaheim, and as part of Disney’s panel, Walt Disney Animation Studios Chief Creative Officer Jared Bush announced that Zootopia 3 is officially in development.</p><h3>Zootopia 3 in the works?</h3><p>Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde will be back soon. But when? That’s still a secret. One certain thing is that fans won’t have to wait as long for the third part as they did for the second part, which came nine-and-a-half years after the first film hit theatres in April 2016.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It’s no surprise that the makers are rushing ahead with the third part; the reason is the record-shattering success of the second film.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🚨 Just announced at <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/D23?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#D23</a> 🚨<br>The world of Zootopia is about to go to the birds…<br><br>Zootopia 3 is officially in the works! <a href="https://t.co/MLnlXM1RHk">pic.twitter.com/MLnlXM1RHk</a></p>&mdash; Disney Animation (@DisneyAnimation) <a href="https://x.com/DisneyAnimation/status/2088483360121483408?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde have won the hearts of the audience again. The first poster of the movie was dropped, and it has hinted that now Judy and Nick will be tackling with birds.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sharing the poster of the movie, they announced,''the world of Zootopia is about to go to the birds..Zootopia 2 is officially in the works!.'' &nbsp;“The bunny and the snake will be back!” Goodwin declared at the event.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The sequel also introduced new characters, including Ke Huy Quan's Gary De'Snake, who turns the world of the metropolis upside down and prompts Judy and Nick to investigate the mystery. It has also been confirmed that Ginnifer Goodwin is returning as Judy.&nbsp;</p><p><br>However, there’s no word yet on Jason Bateman returning as Nick Wilde. &nbsp;But in the sequel, &nbsp;Quan's performance was the highlight.</p><h3>Zootopia 3 record-breaking box</h3><p>The 2016 film that introduced a young rabbit and a red fox as the best of partners was a huge hit, grossing over $1 billion worldwide. Nine years later, the sequel proved to be even bigger as it surpassed Pixar’s Inside Out 2 and went on to become Hollywood’s highest-grossing animated film of all time with $1.7 billion. China’s Ne Zha 2 remains the biggest animated movie overall with $2.25 billion.</p>

Zootopia 3 is officially in the works. Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde are set for a big return, but this time fans won’t have to wait nearly a decade. Coming off the record-breaking success of the sequel, Disney is fast-tracking the third film.

All Zootopia fans, assemble! Disney has officially given the green light to the third part of the much-loved franchise. After the record-shattering success of the second part, Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde will be back in theatres soon. But for now, the audience will have to wait. The D23 Expo is currently underway at the Honda Centre in Anaheim, and as part of Disney’s panel, Walt Disney Animation Studios Chief Creative Officer Jared Bush announced that Zootopia 3 is officially in development. Zootopia 3 in the works? Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde will be back soon. But when? That’s still a secret. One certain thing is that fans won’t have to wait as long for the third part as they did for the second part, which came nine-and-a-half years after the first film hit theatres in April 2016. It’s no surprise that the makers are rushing ahead with the third part; the reason is the record-shattering success of the second film.

<p>Zootopia 3 is officially in the works. Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde are set for a big return, but this time fans won’t have to wait nearly a decade. Coming off the record-breaking success of the sequel, Disney is fast-tracking the third film.</p>

Zootopia 3 is officially in the works: Judy and Nick return, but what’s new this time?

<p>Disney and Pixar have confirmed that Coco 2 is in the works. The studios on Saturday unveiled the first concept artwork for the sequel during the D23 fan event, and the image features the now-teenage musician Miguel alongside Dante, his loyal dog from the original film.</p><h2>Coco 2 confirmed</h2><p>The sequel is expected to bring back one of the first film’s most memorable characters. Benjamin Bratt is set to reprise his role as Ernesto de la Cruz, the singer whose dark secret was exposed during Miguel’s journey in the 2017 movie.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/d23-2026-frozen-3-tangled-x-men-and-avengers-doomsday-among-biggest-reveals-1786783283131"><strong>D23 2026: Frozen 3, Tangled, X-Men and Avengers Doomsday among biggest reveals</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While appearing at D23, Bratt spoke about the film, saying, "To some, Miguel is a little menace who ruined a career and destroyed a legacy...Ernesto de la Cruz is back for revenge, sending Miguel on an adventure back to the land of the dead. Proving fate has a sense of humor, Miguel must team up with a handsome superstar: me."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, the storyline has not been fully revealed yet. It is believed that Ernesto’s return will once again draw Miguel into the Land of the Dead. Héctor, who played a crucial role in Miguel’s first adventure, is also expected to return.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/x-men-reboot-marvel-reveals-new-mutant-cast-at-d23-led-by-sadie-sink-adam-driver-and-kit-connor-1786781019779"><strong>X-Men reboot: Marvel reveals new mutant cast led by Sadie Sink, Adam and more</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/spider-man-beyond-the-spider-verse-trailer-leaks-online-producer-not-happy-1786779509999"><strong>Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse trailer leaks online, producer not happy</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Unlike the original, which centred on Miguel as a 12-year-old boy, the sequel will show his life as a teenager.</p><h2>About Coco 2</h2><p>The upcoming film will also reunite several members of the creative team from the original, including director Lee Unkrich, Adrian Molina, and producer Mark Nielsen, whose credits include Toy Story 4 and Inside Out 2.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The songwriting team from the first film is also returning for the sequel.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Disney first announced Coco 2 in March 2025, and at the time, Disney CEO Bob Iger said the film would be “full of humor, heart, and adventure.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/avengers-doomsday-new-trailer-offers-a-closer-look-at-robert-downey-jr-s-doctor-doom-1786778739937"><strong>Avengers Doomsday: New trailer offers a closer look at Doctor Doom</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Released in 2017, the first film introduced audiences to Miguel, a young boy from a family that had banned music for generations. Despite objections, Miguel dreams of becoming a musician and idolises Ernesto de la Cruz.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film was a box-office success, and reportedly earned more than $800 million at the global box office. It also won two Academy Awards.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Coco 2 is scheduled to hit theatres in November 2029.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Disney and Pixar have announced the release timeline for Coco 2 during the D23 fan event. The studios have also shared the first concept artwork for the sequel. Read on to know more. 

Disney and Pixar have confirmed that Coco 2 is in the works. The studios on Saturday unveiled the first concept artwork for the sequel during the D23 fan event, and the image features the now-teenage musician Miguel alongside Dante, his loyal dog from the original film. Coco 2 confirmed The sequel is expected to bring back one of the first film’s most memorable characters. Benjamin Bratt is set to reprise his role as Ernesto de la Cruz, the singer whose dark secret was exposed during Miguel’s journey in the 2017 movie. Also Read: D23 2026: Frozen 3, Tangled, X-Men and Avengers Doomsday among biggest reveals While appearing at D23, Bratt spoke about the film, saying, "To some, Miguel is a little menace who ruined a career and destroyed a legacy...Ernesto de la Cruz is back for revenge, sending Miguel on an adventure back to the land of the dead. Proving fate has a sense of humor, Miguel must team up with a handsome superstar: me." However, the storyline has not been fully revealed yet. It is believed that Ernesto’s return will once again draw Miguel into the Land of the Dead. Héctor, who played a crucial role in Miguel’s first adventure, is also expected to return. Also Read: X-Men reboot: Marvel reveals new mutant cast led by Sadie Sink, Adam and more

<p>Disney and Pixar have announced the release timeline for Coco 2 during the D23 fan event. The studios have also shared the first concept artwork for the sequel. Read on to know more.&nbsp;</p>

Coco 2 first look out: Miguel returns as a teenager in Pixar's 2029 sequel

<p>Disney fans, buckle up, as the 2026 edition of the company's flagship fan event delivered a packed slate of reveals, first looks and casting announcements, with major franchises including <i>Frozen</i>, <i>Tangled, X-Men</i> and <i>Avengers</i> taking centre stage. From a new generation of mutants to more footage from Marvel's biggest upcoming crossover, here's a look at the biggest announcements so far.</p><h2>Announcements, new looks at D23: Tangled live-action, Frozen 3 and more</h2><p>Pixar boss Peter Docter revealed more about <i>The Incredibles 3, </i>which will shift some of the focus towards Violet and Dash as they attempt to prove they are ready to become proper superheroes. Jack-Jack continues to be Jack-Jack, which presumably means nobody is getting much sleep. Peter Sohn directs from a script by Brad Bird, with Craig T. Nelson (Coach), Sarah Vowell and Huck Milner returning as Bob, Violet and Dash.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/x-men-reboot-marvel-reveals-new-mutant-cast-at-d23-led-by-sadie-sink-adam-driver-and-kit-connor-1786781019779"><strong>X-Men reboot: Marvel reveals new mutant cast led by Sadie Sink, Adam and more</strong></a></p><figure class="image"><img src="http://www.geektown.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/inc-735x416.jpg"></figure><p>Pixar also offered an early preview of <i>Coco 2</i>, which is currently planned for November 2029. The sequel jumps forward with Miguel now a teenager, while Benjamin Bratt <i>(Miss Congeniality)</i> is returning to voice Ernesto de la Cruz.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/avengers-doomsday-new-trailer-offers-a-closer-look-at-robert-downey-jr-s-doctor-doom-1786778739937"><strong>Avengers Doomsday: New trailer offers a closer look at Doctor Doom</strong></a></p><figure class="image"><img src="http://www.geektown.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/coco-735x416.jpg"></figure><p>Pixar also revealed more from its new original movie <i>Ghost Market</i>, coming in 2028 from co-directors Trevor Jimenez and Jesse Andrews. Footage shown at D23 sees Kyle wandering into a dark kitchen where he discovers a freshly prepared bowl of soup before asking the important question, "Hey, do you guys take Apple Pay?”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/spider-man-beyond-the-spider-verse-trailer-leaks-online-producer-not-happy-1786779509999"><strong>Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse trailer leaks online, producer not happy</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Disney confirmed that <i>Zootopia 3</i> is officially happening, with Ke Huy Quan (Loki) and Ginnifer Goodwin (Once Upon a Time) set to return.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="in" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/D23?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#D23</a> ZOOTOPIA 3 <a href="https://t.co/Xq16EXC9jh">pic.twitter.com/Xq16EXC9jh</a></p>&mdash; Space Cowboy (@kristbozaia) <a href="https://x.com/kristbozaia/status/2088483650455437698?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Disney gave audiences their first footage from the live-action <i>Tangled</i>, with Tegan Croft (Titans) starring as Rapunzel. The movie is scheduled to release in cinemas on March 31, 2028.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="ja" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/D23?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#D23</a><br>実写版『塔の上のラプンツェル』<br>2028年3月31日劇場公開☆ <a href="https://t.co/BmzPFcyhWD">pic.twitter.com/BmzPFcyhWD</a></p>&mdash; MezzoMiki (@MezzoMikiD) <a href="https://x.com/MezzoMikiD/status/2088475610062700878?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p><i>Frozen</i> will be returning with the third installment. Kristen Bell (The Good Place) appeared at the presentation to reveal one significant plot point from <i>Frozen 3:</i> Anna is getting married. Her groom will, unsurprisingly, be Kristoff, once again voiced by Jonathan Groff (Mindhunter), with Elsa alongside her sister for the wedding.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Frozen3?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Frozen3</a> <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/D23?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#D23</a> first look <a href="https://t.co/mB9HwG5hOX">pic.twitter.com/mB9HwG5hOX</a></p>&mdash; Justin Richard (@justinrichard23) <a href="https://x.com/justinrichard23/status/2088490198472827309?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>More shows announced by Disney: Lilo &amp; Stitch 2, Hexed and more</h2><p>Disney Animation’s <i>Hexed</i> has added two particularly good voices to its cast. Jodie Foster (True Detective: Night Country) will voice Queen Celeste, while Walton Goggins (The White Lotus) plays Beef Roger, described as a three-eyed green cat wearing a pink coat who serves as the witch’s sidekick. They join Hailee Steinfeld (Hawkeye) in the animated film, which arrives this November 25.</p>

<p>Disney and Pixar also unveiled another look at <i>Gatto</i>, which is due in cinemas in March 2027. Meanwhile, the first teaser landed for <i>The Bluey Movie</i>, bringing everyone’s favourite Australian Blue Heeler family to the big screen on August 6, 2027.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://variety.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Gatto_concept_2025_05_29_GattoAnnecy_dstrijleva.concept16-1.jpg?w=1000&amp;h=667&amp;crop=1" alt="Pete Docter Announces All-New Pixar Film 'Gatto,' Teases 'Toy Story 5'"></figure>

<p>The<i> Ice Age</i> franchise is returning once again with <i>Ice Age: Boiling Point.</i> Queen Latifah and Denis Leary appeared at D23 to tease the latest animated adventure, which arrives on February 5, 2027, in cinemas.</p>

<p>Following the live-action remake, Disney is wasting little time pushing ahead with <i>Lilo &amp; Stitch 2</i>. Maia Kealoha, who plays Lilo, appeared at D23 and revealed the sequel will introduce Angel, Stitch’s pink counterpart from the wider franchise. It is scheduled to release on May 28, 2028.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/x-men-reboot-suzy-bemba-reportedly-in-talks-to-play-storm-s-role-here-s-what-we-know-1786717908678"><strong>X-Men reboot: Suzy Bemba reportedly in talks to play Storm's role?</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Lilo &amp; Stitch 2 Coming summer 2028 <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/D23?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#D23</a> <a href="https://t.co/Me5ujU4JV2">pic.twitter.com/Me5ujU4JV2</a></p>&mdash; Film Trailers (@_Film_Trailer) <a href="https://x.com/_Film_Trailer/status/2088463433687585231?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Disney also unveiled the first trailer for <i>VisionQuest,</i> the latest Disney+ series spinning out of <i>WandaVision.</i> Paul Bettany (<i>WandaVision</i>) returns as Vision, who was killed during <i>Avengers: Infinity War </i>before being recreated without his original memories or emotions. Joining him is James Spader <i>(The Blacklist</i>), returning as Ultron, along with Todd Stashwick <i>(Star Trek: Picard) </i>as morally ambiguous mercenary Paladin and Faran Tahir<i> (Iron Man) </i>reprising his MCU role as Raza.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Welcome home, Vision. <br><br>Loading….Marvel Television’s <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/VisionQuest?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VisionQuest</a>, arriving October 14 only on Disney+. <a href="https://t.co/wWTpyIsbVa">pic.twitter.com/wWTpyIsbVa</a></p>&mdash; Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) <a href="https://x.com/MarvelStudios/status/2088475609622298885?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>The wider cast includes Lauren Morais, Diane Morgan (Cunk on Earth), Orla Brady, Polly Frame, Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, Emily Hampshire (Schitt’s Creek) and James D’Arcy (Agent Carter). VisionQuest is scheduled to premiere on Disney+ this October 14.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Disney launched the trailer for <i>Star Wars: Ahsoka</i> season 2, nearly three years after the first season launched. The new season continues the story of Ahsoka Tano, played by Rosario Dawson (Daredevil), and Jedi apprentice Sabine Wren, played by Natasha Liu Bordizzo (The Society), as they attempt to find their way home from the mysterious galaxy where Season 1 left them stranded.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Are you a Jedi… or not?<br><br>Ahsoka Season 2 premieres January 20 only on <a href="https://x.com/DisneyPlus?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DisneyPlus</a>. <a href="https://t.co/NZVk07NnH9">pic.twitter.com/NZVk07NnH9</a></p>&mdash; Star Wars (@starwars) <a href="https://x.com/starwars/status/2088480210664751465?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Other projects announced are <i>Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 3</i> (adaptation of Rick Riordan's hugely popular novels), <i>Kingdom Hearts: The Series</i> (popular game <i>franchise</i> created by Tetsuya Nomura), <i>Oswald</i> (a three-part Disney+ series based on classic Disney character Oswald the Lucky Rabbit), Lisa Kudrow (Friends) and Mira Sorvino (Mighty Aphrodite) for <i>Romy &amp; Michele 2.</i></p>

Along with the Avengers: Doomsday new trailer and cast of X-Men, the latest edition of the D23 event also made revelations about Frozen 3, Tangled live-action and many more. 

Disney fans, buckle up, as the 2026 edition of the company's flagship fan event delivered a packed slate of reveals, first looks and casting announcements, with major franchises including Frozen, Tangled, X-Men and Avengers taking centre stage. From a new generation of mutants to more footage from Marvel's biggest upcoming crossover, here's a look at the biggest announcements so far. Announcements, new looks at D23: Tangled live-action, Frozen 3 and more Pixar boss Peter Docter revealed more about The Incredibles 3, which will shift some of the focus towards Violet and Dash as they attempt to prove they are ready to become proper superheroes. Jack-Jack continues to be Jack-Jack, which presumably means nobody is getting much sleep. Peter Sohn directs from a script by Brad Bird, with Craig T. Nelson (Coach), Sarah Vowell and Huck Milner returning as Bob, Violet and Dash. Also Read: X-Men reboot: Marvel reveals new mutant cast led by Sadie Sink, Adam and more Pixar also offered an early preview of Coco 2, which is currently planned for November 2029. The sequel jumps forward with Miguel now a teenager, while Benjamin Bratt (Miss Congeniality) is returning to voice Ernesto de la Cruz. Also Read: Avengers Doomsday: New trailer offers a closer look at Doctor Doom Pixar also revealed more from its new original movie Ghost Market, coming in 2028 from co-directors Trevor Jimenez and Jesse Andrews. Footage shown at D23 sees Kyle wandering into a dark kitchen where he discovers a freshly prepared bowl of soup before asking the important question, "Hey, do you guys take Apple Pay?” Also Read: Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse trailer leaks online, producer not happy Disney confirmed that Zootopia 3 is officially happening, with Ke Huy Quan (Loki) and Ginnifer Goodwin (Once Upon a Time) set to return.

<p>Along with the Avengers: Doomsday new trailer and cast of X-Men, the latest edition of the D23 event also made revelations about Frozen 3, Tangled live-action and many more.&nbsp;</p>

D23 2026: Frozen 3, Tangled, X-Men and Avengers Doomsday among biggest reveals

<p>After several guesses, the wait is finally over for Marvel fans! The studios revealed the faces of the new generation of mutants who will be part of the <i>X-Men </i>team. At D23, Marvel Studios officially unveiled the cast of its highly anticipated <i>X-Men</i> reboot. Revealing the main cast at the event officially begins a new chapter for the iconic mutant team.</p><h2>New cast of X-Men unveiled</h2><p>Putting an end to months of casting speculation and giving fans the clear picture of the team that will lead the franchise into the next phase of the MCU. Marvel <i>X-Men</i> reboot will feature Sadie Sink as Jean Grey, Kit Connor as Cyclops, Samara Weaving as Emma Frost, Maya Boyd as Storm, Inde Navarrette as Rogue and Christopher Abbott as Professor X.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/x-men-reboot-samara-weaving-joins-marvel-as-emma-frost-details-inside-1785571344010"><strong>X-Men reboot: Samara Weaving joins Marvel as Emma Frost- Details inside</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>One of the biggest surprises is Adam Driver as Mister Sinister, after earlier speculation had linked the actor to other major mutant roles. Directed by Jake Schreier, the film is scheduled to hit theatres on May 5, 2028.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Watch the newly announced X-Men cast meet for the very first time backstage at <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/D23?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#D23</a> ❌ <a href="https://t.co/KLTGpbsLH5">pic.twitter.com/KLTGpbsLH5</a></p>&mdash; Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) <a href="https://x.com/MarvelStudios/status/2088519595598770226?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Driver had been linked to the X-Men project for some time, but there had been considerable speculation about which character he might portray. His confirmation as Nathaniel Essex, better known as Mister Sinister, gives the reboot a major villain from the beginning.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/x-men-is-kit-connor-the-next-cyclops-in-marvel-s-upcoming-mutant-saga-here-s-what-we-know-1786076858715"><strong>X-Men: Is Kit Connor the next Cyclops in Marvel's upcoming mutant saga? Here's what we know</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"When Kevin told me to show up for X-Men, I assumed he meant on set," Driver said. "So instead of being there in California, I’m here at Pinewood [Studios] on this very lonely soundstage. Kevin and I have been talking for years about maybe joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe. And I think we finally found the perfect film at the perfect time. So I’m very excited to be playing Mag…. Nope. Even better. Nathaniel Milbury. So I’ll be right here, waiting for everybody to show up."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Feige added that there's more <i>X-Men </i>casting news to come, but he couldn't wait to introduce this first group of actors (many of whom met backstage at D23 for the first time).&nbsp;</p><h2>Netizens' reaction to X-Men reboot casting</h2><p>Soon after the announcement of the cast of the <i>X-Men</i> reboot was unveiled, several took to the comment section to express their views. One user wrote, "Can we get Angel, Ice Man, and Beast too? Wolverine too if you're not feeling lazy finding Hugh Jackman's successor. Thank you!</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Can we get Angel, Ice Man, Beast too? Wolverine too if you&#39;re not feeling lazy finding Hugh Jackman&#39;s successor. Thank you!</p>&mdash; JS (@nicejanice19) <a href="https://x.com/nicejanice19/status/2088534400568787377?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Another user wrote, "Bold casting, stoked for the mutant era to finally begin."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/sadie-sink-on-jean-grey-reveal-in-spider-man-brand-new-day-x-men-future-and-keeping-secrets-1786178340676"><strong>Sadie Sink on Jean Grey reveal in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, X-Men future and keeping secrets</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">bold casting, stoked for the mutant era to finally begin</p>&mdash; Macro Bombastic (@MacroBombastic) <a href="https://x.com/MacroBombastic/status/2088528284808077544?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>"The X-Men just walked in and the MCU will never be the same", wrote the third user.&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The X-Men just walked in and the MCU will never be the same 🔥</p>&mdash; Anime AuraX (@AnimeAura_X) <a href="https://x.com/AnimeAura_X/status/2088520111619760602?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Another user wrote, "Sadie Sink my lady. What a cast. This is gonna break the internet."</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Sadie sink 😭 my lady ❤️ <br><br> what a cast 🥶🥶<br><br>This is gonna break the internet</p>&mdash; RakeshOnX (@ItsRakeshOnX) <a href="https://x.com/ItsRakeshOnX/status/2088520139570614692?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>For the unversed, the X-Men reboot by Marvel will be helmed by Jake Schreier, following the events of <i>Avengers: Secret Wars.</i> Kevin Feige and team are planning a long-term multi-year arc integrating mutants into the wider Marvel Cinematic Universe.</p><h2>All about X-Men</h2><p>The X-Men are superhero team in Marvel Comics, created by Stan Lee and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby, the team first appeared in The X-Men #1 (September 1963). The X-Men title may refer to the superhero team itself, the eponymous comic series, or the broader franchise, which includes various solo titles and team books, such as the New Mutants, Excalibur, and X-Force.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/x-men-reboot-suzy-bemba-reportedly-in-talks-to-play-storm-s-role-here-s-what-we-know-1786717908678"><strong>X-Men reboot: Suzy Bemba reportedly in talks to play Storm's role? Here's what we know</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In the Marvel Universe, mutants are humans born with a genetic trait called the X-gene, which grants them natural superhuman abilities, generally manifesting during puberty.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In most iterations of the team, they are led by their founder, Charles Xavier / Professor X, a powerful telepath who runs a school for mutant children out of his mansion in Westchester, New York, which secretly is also the headquarters of the X-Men.</p>

Marvel unveiled the new cast of X-men characters apart from Sadie Sink. The actress was introduced in Spider-Man: Brand New Day as Jean Grey, one of the main members of the X-Men team.  

After several guesses, the wait is finally over for Marvel fans! The studios revealed the faces of the new generation of mutants who will be part of the X-Men team. At D23, Marvel Studios officially unveiled the cast of its highly anticipated X-Men reboot. Revealing the main cast at the event officially begins a new chapter for the iconic mutant team. New cast of X-Men unveiled Putting an end to months of casting speculation and giving fans the clear picture of the team that will lead the franchise into the next phase of the MCU. Marvel X-Men reboot will feature Sadie Sink as Jean Grey, Kit Connor as Cyclops, Samara Weaving as Emma Frost, Maya Boyd as Storm, Inde Navarrette as Rogue and Christopher Abbott as Professor X. Also Read: X-Men reboot: Samara Weaving joins Marvel as Emma Frost- Details inside One of the biggest surprises is Adam Driver as Mister Sinister, after earlier speculation had linked the actor to other major mutant roles. Directed by Jake Schreier, the film is scheduled to hit theatres on May 5, 2028.

<p>Marvel unveiled the new cast of X-men characters apart from Sadie Sink. The actress was introduced in Spider-Man: Brand New Day as Jean Grey, one of the main members of the X-Men team. &nbsp;</p>

X-Men reboot: Marvel reveals new mutant cast at D23, led by Sadie Sink, Adam Driver and Kit Connor

<p><br>After Tom Holland's Brand New Day, Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse is the next chapter that fans are waiting for with all their hearts. However, ahead of its release, an unfinished trailer of the upcoming movie was leaked online. This is the third instalment in the Spider-Verse franchise. For the third movie Shameik Moore voices Miles, the teen Spider-Man and Hailee Steinfeld is Spider-Gwen.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Footage from the movie made its way to social media and has garnered the attention of netizens. Soon after the clip was leaked, co-writer and producer Christopher Miller expressed disappointment.</p><h3>Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse trailer leaks online</h3><p>Nearly five minutes of footage was leaked on social media, and it quickly garnered the attention of fans. Condemning the leak, Miller reacted, saying, “Not a fan of leaks of unfinished, not fully rendered footage.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/avengers-doomsday-new-trailer-offers-a-closer-look-at-robert-downey-jr-s-doctor-doom-1786778739937">Avengers Doomsday: New trailer offers a closer look at Robert Downey Jr's Doctor Doom</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As per reports, the footage was shared on X, and the clip soon started circulating across platforms. However, it is not clear where this footage was leaked from. It is also unclear whether it is from the start of the movie, from the finale, or a montage of trailer clips. It also has links to the previous film, Across the Spider-Verse.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sony has not released any statement on this, but the makers are working to take the clips down from social media. By then, it had already gone viral across the internet.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/x-men-reboot-suzy-bemba-reportedly-in-talks-to-play-storm-s-role-here-s-what-we-know-1786717908678">X-Men reboot: Suzy Bemba reportedly in talks to play Storm's role?</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Soon after the clips went viral, netizens started reacting to it. Reacting to one clip, one user wrote,''SPIDER-MAN: BEYOND THE SPIDER-<strong>VERSE</strong> TRAILER LEAKED HOLY SHIT.''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While fans have said that it’s bad that the trailer was leaked, they also said that the teaser looked awesome.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="es" dir="ltr">es el teaser de spider verse es real, tomenme una foto con el <a href="https://t.co/b6enrSTGmz">https://t.co/b6enrSTGmz</a> <a href="https://t.co/RQJMAp0SC1">pic.twitter.com/RQJMAp0SC1</a></p>&mdash; Banyue tambien puede ser apasionado (Ricky :3) (@heolisAR) <a href="https://x.com/heolisAR/status/2088153136892641662?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 14, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p><strong>‘’Spiderman</strong> Beyond The Spider <strong>Verse</strong> Trailer Just Got Leaked, I know this is bad for the company but I have to say this the trailer is awesome,the animation everything is better than before. This kind of thing is common when it comes to cartoon, if only they have add more security,'' another user wrote.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Beyond the Spider-Verse is written and produced by Phil Lord and Miller, who co-wrote the script along with David Callaham. It is directed by Justin K. Thompson and Bob Persichetti. At CinemaCon, Miller called it, “the most emotional<i>&nbsp;Spider-Verse&nbsp;</i>film we have ever made.”&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The franchise began in 2018 with Into the Spider-Verse, which won the Oscar for Best Animated Feature. It was followed by Across the Spider-Verse in 2023. The franchise has grossed more than $690 million worldwide.</p>

Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse is one of the most-anticipated movies. However, ahead of its release, the unfinised trailer of the movie has been leaked online. 

After Tom Holland's Brand New Day, Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse is the next chapter that fans are waiting for with all their hearts. However, ahead of its release, an unfinished trailer of the upcoming movie was leaked online. This is the third instalment in the Spider-Verse franchise. For the third movie Shameik Moore voices Miles, the teen Spider-Man and Hailee Steinfeld is Spider-Gwen. Footage from the movie made its way to social media and has garnered the attention of netizens. Soon after the clip was leaked, co-writer and producer Christopher Miller expressed disappointment. Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse trailer leaks online Nearly five minutes of footage was leaked on social media, and it quickly garnered the attention of fans. Condemning the leak, Miller reacted, saying, “Not a fan of leaks of unfinished, not fully rendered footage.” Also read: Avengers Doomsday: New trailer offers a closer look at Robert Downey Jr's Doctor Doom As per reports, the footage was shared on X, and the clip soon started circulating across platforms. However, it is not clear where this footage was leaked from. It is also unclear whether it is from the start of the movie, from the finale, or a montage of trailer clips. It also has links to the previous film, Across the Spider-Verse. Sony has not released any statement on this, but the makers are working to take the clips down from social media. By then, it had already gone viral across the internet. Also read: X-Men reboot: Suzy Bemba reportedly in talks to play Storm's role? Soon after the clips went viral, netizens started reacting to it. Reacting to one clip, one user wrote,''SPIDER-MAN: BEYOND THE SPIDER-VERSE TRAILER LEAKED HOLY SHIT.'' While fans have said that it’s bad that the trailer was leaked, they also said that the teaser looked awesome.

<p>Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse is one of the most-anticipated movies. However, ahead of its release, the unfinished trailer of the movie has been leaked online.&nbsp;</p>

Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse trailer leaks online, producer not happy

<p>Marvel Studios is giving back-to-back surprises, much to the excitement of fans. A new<i> Avengers: Doomsday</i> trailer was unveiled by Marvel at D23, which showcases Robert Downey Jr's Doctor Doom further in the spotlight, offering more clues about the character's motivation and the conflict with Marvel heroes.</p><h2>New trailer of Avengers: Doomsday</h2><p>The two-minute clip of<i> Avengers: Doomsday</i> introduces Doctor Doom's character and the reason.&nbsp;</p><p>behind the beginning of destruction. “I knew he was lost,” Storm says. “But I did not realise that he was broken.” A scene showcases Doctor Doom effortlessly overpowering Thor and leaping from a window with intense physical force.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/avengers-doomsday-robert-downey-jr-and-russo-brothers-tease-doctor-doom-transformation-1785309766792"><strong>Avengers: Doomsday: Robert Downey Jr and Russo Brothers tease Doctor Doom transformation</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">He used to be different.<br><br>Avengers: Doomsday arrives in theaters everywhere December 18. Get your tickets now: <a href="https://t.co/J5PUbxvAkc">https://t.co/J5PUbxvAkc</a> <a href="https://t.co/OUutSMZneq">pic.twitter.com/OUutSMZneq</a></p>&mdash; Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) <a href="https://x.com/MarvelStudios/status/2088477689221124410?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>In another scene it shows Sue Storm and Reed Richards confront Doom over a ruined city, while Doom claims the heroes live on stolen lives that they must return. The clip ends with Doom standing over burning runes and using magic and technology to reawaken Sentinels proclaiming, 'Hell answers to me, for I am Doom.' &nbsp;Brief, tense shots feature bruised heroes from multiple universes, including Steve Rogers, Magneto, and Gambit.</p><h2>Netizens' reaction to Avengers: Doomsday new clip</h2><p>Soon after the new clip of <i>Avengers: Doomsday </i>was dropped, netizens flooded the comment section with excitement, and many analysed the characters. One user wrote, "He really went from ‘I can do this all day’ to THIS. The character development is going to hit different in Doomsday."</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">He really went from “I can do this all day” to THIS. 😭🔥<br><br>The character development is going to hit different in Doomsday.</p>&mdash; Screen &amp; Goal (@GamePulse468) <a href="https://x.com/GamePulse468/status/2088528753483805011?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Another user wrote, "From this trailer, it seems possible that Doom’s universe was destroyed by an Incursion. Doom then comes for revenge, especially against the main universe that he believes caused it all. But there’s still one huge mystery: where did Doom get this insane level of power? That’s what we’ll have to find out on December 18th. AAAAA I CAN’T WAIT!!!"</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/avengers-doomsday-trailer-unleashes-marvel-s-biggest-showdown-yet-1784556265152"><strong>Avengers: Doomsday trailer unleashes Marvel's biggest showdown yet</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">From this trailer, it seems possible that Doom’s universe was destroyed by an Incursion. Doom then comes for revenge, especially against the main universe that he believes caused it all.<br><br>But there’s still one huge mystery: where did Doom get this insane level of power?<br><br>That’s…</p>&mdash; Dokter Gooners (@DokGooners) <a href="https://x.com/DokGooners/status/2088489710226436362?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>"He put the foundation of MCU now coming back to tear it", wrote the third user.&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">He put the foundation of MCU , now coming back to tear it<a href="https://t.co/dgijkJLuff">https://t.co/dgijkJLuff</a></p>&mdash; Shubham (@ShubhaMemer) <a href="https://x.com/ShubhaMemer/status/2088514200012480533?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Another social media user wrote, "I am Doom instead of I am Ironman? I’m seated."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/marvel-s-sdcc-panel-unveils-new-avengers-doomsday-footage-ryan-gosling-s-ghost-rider-and-more-1785045670168"><strong>Marvel's SDCC panel unveils New Avengers: Doomsday footage, Ryan Gosling's Ghost Rider and more</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I am Doom instead of I am Ironman? I’m seated <a href="https://t.co/dPTnXY78NS">pic.twitter.com/dPTnXY78NS</a></p>&mdash; Joseph (@HockeyJoseph10) <a href="https://x.com/HockeyJoseph10/status/2088479526401474595?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>All about Avengers: Doomsday</h2><p><i>Avengers: Doomsday</i> is helmed by Anthony and Joe Russo and is a multi-universe crossover film scheduled for theatrical release on December 18, 2026. It follows heroes from three distinct universes colliding to face Victor von Doom, played by Robert Downey Jr.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/avengers-doomsday-marvel-studios-unveils-concept-poster-featuring-thor-loki-steve-rogers-and-more-watch-1783823315512"><strong>Avengers-Doomsday: Marvel Studios unveils concept poster featuring Thor, Loki, Steve Rogers and more | Watch</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film also stars Chris Hemsworth, Pedro Pascal, Paul Rudd, Anthony Mackie, Florence Pugh, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Wyatt Russell, Channing Tatum, Simu Liu, Ian McKellen, Tom Hiddleston, James Marsden, Patrick Stewart, Joseph Quinn, Sebastian Stan, David Harbour, Letitia Wright, Lewis Pullman, Kelsey Grammer, Kathryn Newton, Danny Ramirez, Winston Duke, Alan Cumming, Hannah John-Kamen, Rebecca Romijn, Mabel Cadena, with Tenoch Huerta Mejia.</p>

Makers have dropped another clip of Avengers: Doomsday, giving a brief glimpse of Robert Downey Jr's Doctor Doom. The film is scheduled to release in cinemas in December this year. 

Marvel Studios is giving back-to-back surprises, much to the excitement of fans. A new Avengers: Doomsday trailer was unveiled by Marvel at D23, which showcases Robert Downey Jr's Doctor Doom further in the spotlight, offering more clues about the character's motivation and the conflict with Marvel heroes. New trailer of Avengers: Doomsday The two-minute clip of Avengers: Doomsday introduces Doctor Doom's character and the reason. behind the beginning of destruction. “I knew he was lost,” Storm says. “But I did not realise that he was broken.” A scene showcases Doctor Doom effortlessly overpowering Thor and leaping from a window with intense physical force. Also Read: Avengers: Doomsday: Robert Downey Jr and Russo Brothers tease Doctor Doom transformation

<p>Makers have dropped another clip of Avengers: Doomsday, giving a brief glimpse of Robert Downey Jr's Doctor Doom. The film is scheduled to release in cinemas in December this year.&nbsp;</p>

Avengers Doomsday: New trailer offers a closer look at Robert Downey Jr's Doctor Doom

<p>Robbie Williams, English singer-songwriter, has recently opened up about his autism diagnosis and called the discovery something that has helped him learn several aspects of his personality and behaviour.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>During a Q&amp;A held alongside the Autumn/Winter launch of his clothing brand Hopeium at Flannels, the 52-year-old singer spoke about the diagnosis and also shared his experience with ADHD.</p><h2>Robbie Williams on his autism diagnosis</h2><p>"I have ADHD and I just found out I have a bit of autism as well, which I actually f****** love because it explains so much," he said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The former Take That member also went on to joke. "It is my get-out-of-jail-free card now, and all the weird s*** that I do I just say, ‘Sorry, I'm autistic’."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/tyler-duckworth-is-no-more-the-challenge-winner-dies-at-44-1786675098691"><strong>Tyler Duckworth, The Challenge winner, dies at 44</strong></a></p><h2>ADHD and creativity</h2><p>Williams has previously been open about being diagnosed with ADHD and has spoken about how it affects his ability to concentrate. "With the ADHD you can completely and utterly concentrate on something 1000 per cent, but with absolutely everything else, you just cannot do it. Ask my kids."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/who-was-mark-rydell-oscar-nominated-director-dies-at-97-1786762174104"><strong>Who was Mark Rydell? Oscar-nominated director dies at 97</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He further explained, "What I’m completely and utterly obsessed with is creating images and making funny things. If I’m creating images and funny things, I’m not thinking about me, because my brain is incredibly creative, and it can be creative about everything in the world that you panic or scared about."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/wednesday-star-jenna-ortega-s-latest-appearance-sparks-concern-fans-call-her-ariana-grande-2-0-1786522818578"><strong>Jenna Ortega’s latest appearance sparks buzz; fans call her ‘Ariana Grande 2.0’</strong></a></p><h2>Williams speaks about intrusive thoughts</h2><p>Williams also spoke about the nature of some of his intrusive thoughts. "For example, this is how crazy I am, recently I was sitting on a plane, and I thought ‘what if I can have telekinesis and my intrusive thoughts tell the plane to crash itself'", he recalled.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/julie-andrews-confirms-she-is-not-returning-in-the-princess-diaries-3-i-m-retired-1786517545447"><strong>Julie Andrews confirms she is not returning in The Princess Diaries 3</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He said that learning to channel his mind into creative pursuits helps him deal with such thoughts. "So that’s the kind of level of insanity that I’m dealing with. It’s best to train my brain to do something better than worrying about having supernatural powers and crashing a plane."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Williams has been open about his mental health and neurodivergence publicly.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p>

English singer-songwriter Robbie Williams has recently revealed that he has been diagnosed with autism. The 52-year-old singer spoke about his experience with ADHD. Read on to know more.


Robbie Williams, English singer-songwriter, has recently opened up about his autism diagnosis and called the discovery something that has helped him learn several aspects of his personality and behaviour. During a Q&A held alongside the Autumn/Winter launch of his clothing brand Hopeium at Flannels, the 52-year-old singer spoke about the diagnosis and also shared his experience with ADHD. Robbie Williams on his autism diagnosis "I have ADHD and I just found out I have a bit of autism as well, which I actually f****** love because it explains so much," he said. The former Take That member also went on to joke. "It is my get-out-of-jail-free card now, and all the weird s*** that I do I just say, ‘Sorry, I'm autistic’." Also Read: Tyler Duckworth, The Challenge winner, dies at 44 ADHD and creativity Williams has previously been open about being diagnosed with ADHD and has spoken about how it affects his ability to concentrate. "With the ADHD you can completely and utterly concentrate on something 1000 per cent, but with absolutely everything else, you just cannot do it. Ask my kids." Also Read: Who was Mark Rydell? Oscar-nominated director dies at 97 He further explained, "What I’m completely and utterly obsessed with is creating images and making funny things. If I’m creating images and funny things, I’m not thinking about me, because my brain is incredibly creative, and it can be creative about everything in the world that you panic or scared about." Also Read: Jenna Ortega’s latest appearance sparks buzz; fans call her ‘Ariana Grande 2.0’ Williams speaks about intrusive thoughts Williams also spoke about the nature of some of his intrusive thoughts. "For example, this is how crazy I am, recently I was sitting on a plane, and I thought ‘what if I can have telekinesis and my intrusive thoughts tell the plane to crash itself'", he recalled. Also Read: Julie Andrews confirms she is not returning in The Princess Diaries 3 He said that learning to channel his mind into creative pursuits helps him deal with such thoughts. "So that’s the kind of level of insanity that I’m dealing with. It’s best to train my brain to do something better than worrying about having supernatural powers and crashing a plane." Williams has been open about his mental health and neurodivergence publicly.

<p>English singer-songwriter Robbie Williams has recently revealed that he has been diagnosed with autism. The 52-year-old singer spoke about his experience with ADHD. Read on to know more.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Robbie Williams diagnosed with autism; singer calls it 'get-out-of-jail-free card'

<p>Mark Rydell, best known for directing the Oscar-nominated On Golden Pond, has died at the age of 97. The filmmaker took his last breath on Thursday at a retirement community for members of the entertainment industry in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, his daughter Amy Rydell revealed, as quoted by The Hollywood Reporter.&nbsp;</p><h2>Mark Rydell dies</h2><p>Following his demise, social media began flooding with tributes. "Mark Rydell, the director or my first film, The Rose, died this morning. &nbsp;He was an actor of note before he became a director, and I was so lucky to have met him when I did; he taught me so much on The Rose and later on For The Boys."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/x-men-reboot-suzy-bemba-reportedly-in-talks-to-play-storm-s-role-here-s-what-we-know-1786717908678"><strong>X-Men reboot: Suzy Bemba reportedly in talks to play Storm's role? Here's what we know</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recalling his contribution to her life, she added, “Two Oscars nominations both because of him. He was the actor’s whisperer; just a few words was all it took to understand what was needed. Devoted to Meisner. So many happy memories.”&nbsp;</p><h2>About Mark Rydell's career</h2><p>Before the 1981 family drama On Golden Pond, which went on to receive 10 Academy Award nominations, Rydell worked as an actor. He was born Mortimer H. Rydell in New York City on March 23, 1929. Some of his early career included Broadway appearances and television work. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/why-did-black-mirror-filmmaker-ally-pankiw-turn-down-hbo-s-harry-potter-series-details-inside-1786704704819"><strong>Why did Black Mirror filmmaker Ally Pankiw turn down HBO's Harry Potter series?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/tyler-duckworth-is-no-more-the-challenge-winner-dies-at-44-1786675098691"><strong>Tyler Duckworth, The Challenge winner, dies at 44</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Later, his breakthrough came after joining the cast of the CBS soap opera As the World Turns, where he played Jeff Baker during the 1950s and early 1960s. He also appeared in films, making his movie debut in Don Siegel's 1956 drama Crime in the Streets.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Later, he moved behind the camera, and his early directing credits included episodes of Ben Casey, I Spy, The Wild Wild West, The Fugitive and Gunsmoke.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/tom-holland-s-spider-man-fever-continues-brand-new-day-breaks-700m-record-in-15-days-1786675602741"><strong>Tom Holland's Spider-Man fever continues: Brand New Day breaks $700M</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He switched to feature filmmaking with The Fox in 1967, starring Sandy Dennis and Keir Dullea. His other works include The Reivers, The Cowboys, The Rose, Cinderella Liberty, For the Boys, and so on.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Despite becoming a successful actor, he continued appearing in front of the camera with projects such as Robert Altman's 1973 film The Long Goodbye, Pollack's Havana, and Woody Allen's Hollywood Ending.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Rydell is survived by his children Amy, Christopher and Alexander, as well as his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.</p>

Renowned filmmaker Mark Rydell passed away at the age of 97. He has directed several memorable films such as The Rose, The Cowboys, Cinderella Liberty, For the Boys, and more. The news was revealed by actress Bette Midler. 

Mark Rydell, best known for directing the Oscar-nominated On Golden Pond, has died at the age of 97. The filmmaker took his last breath on Thursday at a retirement community for members of the entertainment industry in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, his daughter Amy Rydell revealed, as quoted by The Hollywood Reporter. Mark Rydell dies Following his demise, social media began flooding with tributes. "Mark Rydell, the director or my first film, The Rose, died this morning. He was an actor of note before he became a director, and I was so lucky to have met him when I did; he taught me so much on The Rose and later on For The Boys." Also Read: X-Men reboot: Suzy Bemba reportedly in talks to play Storm's role? Here's what we know Recalling his contribution to her life, she added, “Two Oscars nominations both because of him. He was the actor’s whisperer; just a few words was all it took to understand what was needed. Devoted to Meisner. So many happy memories.” About Mark Rydell's career Before the 1981 family drama On Golden Pond, which went on to receive 10 Academy Award nominations, Rydell worked as an actor. He was born Mortimer H. Rydell in New York City on March 23, 1929. Some of his early career included Broadway appearances and television work. Also Read: Why did Black Mirror filmmaker Ally Pankiw turn down HBO's Harry Potter series?

<p>Renowned filmmaker Mark Rydell passed away at the age of 97. He directed several memorable films such as The Rose, The Cowboys, Cinderella Liberty, For the Boys, and more. The news was revealed by actress Bette Midler.&nbsp;</p>

Who was Mark Rydell? Oscar-nominated director dies at 97

<p>Marvel seems to be on a spree to find its new X-Men, with another familiar mutant now entering the casting conversation. As the MCU's highly anticipated reboot continues to take shape, Suzy Bemba, best known for<i> Poor Things</i>, has reportedly emerged as a contender for the role of Storm, adding another intriguing name to the growing casting buzz.</p><h2>Suzy Bemba to play the role of Storm in X-Men reboot?</h2><p>French actress Suzy Bemba might play the role of Storm in the MCU's X-Men reboot, as per several reports stating industry insider Jeff Snider. There have been rumours that Storm will appear in the next Black Panther movie, debuting there instead of in X-Men. With that, the stage would likely be set for her and other mutants to factor into the second X-Men movie as the team roster continues to expand.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/sadie-sink-in-spider-man-brand-new-day-villain-or-hero-her-x-men-role-explained-1785487500850"><strong>Sadie Sink in Spider-Man: Brand New Day: Villain or hero? Her X-Men role explained</strong></a></p><h2>All about X-Men's Storm</h2><p>Storm is a member of a fictional subspecies of humans born with superhuman abilities known as mutants. She is able to control the weather and atmosphere and is considered to be one of the most powerful mutants on the planet. Storm is a member of the X-Men, a group of mutant heroes fighting for peace and equal rights between mutants and humans.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/x-men-reboot-samara-weaving-joins-marvel-as-emma-frost-details-inside-1785571344010"><strong>X-Men reboot: Samara Weaving joins Marvel as Emma Frost- Details inside</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She has descended from a long line of African witch-priestesses. Born Ororo Munroe to a tribal princess of Kenya and an African-American photojournalist father, Storm was raised in Harlem, New York City and Cairo, Egypt. She was made an orphan after her parents were killed when a plane crashed into their house. Under the tutelage of a master thief, an adolescent Ororo became a skilled pickpocket. By coincidence, she meets the powerful mutant Professor X, who later convinces Ororo to join the X-Men and use her abilities for a greater cause and purpose.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/x-men-is-kit-connor-the-next-cyclops-in-marvel-s-upcoming-mutant-saga-here-s-what-we-know-1786076858715"><strong>X-Men: Is Kit Connor the next Cyclops in Marvel's upcoming mutant saga? Here's what we know</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Storm has been a member of teams such as the Avengers and the Fantastic Four, as well as the X-Men. Storm is also a part of a highly promoted romantic relationship with Black Panther. While she was married to him, she was also made queen consort of the fictional African nation of Wakanda.</p><h2>Who is Suzy Bemba?</h2><p>Born in Martigues, France, Suzy Bemba gained international recognition for playing Toinette in Yorgos Lanthimos' Oscar-winning film<i> Poor Things </i>in 2023. She is also known for featuring in Catherine Corsini's drama <i>Homecoming</i> (2023) and the series <i>L'Opera.</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/sadie-sink-on-jean-grey-reveal-in-spider-man-brand-new-day-x-men-future-and-keeping-secrets-1786178340676"><strong>Sadie Sink on Jean Grey reveal in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, X-Men future and keeping secrets</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The 26-year-old actress founded the Actors Association (ADA) in France to improve on-set protection and fight workplace harassment. She has featured in Unifrance's <i>10 to Watch </i>and was selected as a European Shooting Star at the 2024 Berlin International Film Festival. Bemba is studying medicine alongside her acting career.</p>

A new report has surfaced that actress Suzy Bemba might take up the role of Storm, the weather-controlling mutant. Read to know more. 

Marvel seems to be on a spree to find its new X-Men, with another familiar mutant now entering the casting conversation. As the MCU's highly anticipated reboot continues to take shape, Suzy Bemba, best known for Poor Things, has reportedly emerged as a contender for the role of Storm, adding another intriguing name to the growing casting buzz. Suzy Bemba to play the role of Storm in X-Men reboot? French actress Suzy Bemba might play the role of Storm in the MCU's X-Men reboot, as per several reports stating industry insider Jeff Snider. There have been rumours that Storm will appear in the next Black Panther movie, debuting there instead of in X-Men. With that, the stage would likely be set for her and other mutants to factor into the second X-Men movie as the team roster continues to expand. Also Read: Sadie Sink in Spider-Man: Brand New Day: Villain or hero? Her X-Men role explained All about X-Men's Storm Storm is a member of a fictional subspecies of humans born with superhuman abilities known as mutants. She is able to control the weather and atmosphere and is considered to be one of the most powerful mutants on the planet. Storm is a member of the X-Men, a group of mutant heroes fighting for peace and equal rights between mutants and humans. Also Read: X-Men reboot: Samara Weaving joins Marvel as Emma Frost- Details inside She has descended from a long line of African witch-priestesses. Born Ororo Munroe to a tribal princess of Kenya and an African-American photojournalist father, Storm was raised in Harlem, New York City and Cairo, Egypt. She was made an orphan after her parents were killed when a plane crashed into their house. Under the tutelage of a master thief, an adolescent Ororo became a skilled pickpocket. By coincidence, she meets the powerful mutant Professor X, who later convinces Ororo to join the X-Men and use her abilities for a greater cause and purpose. Also Read: X-Men: Is Kit Connor the next Cyclops in Marvel's upcoming mutant saga? Here's what we know Storm has been a member of teams such as the Avengers and the Fantastic Four, as well as the X-Men. Storm is also a part of a highly promoted romantic relationship with Black Panther. While she was married to him, she was also made queen consort of the fictional African nation of Wakanda. Who is Suzy Bemba? Born in Martigues, France, Suzy Bemba gained international recognition for playing Toinette in Yorgos Lanthimos' Oscar-winning film Poor Things in 2023. She is also known for featuring in Catherine Corsini's drama Homecoming (2023) and the series L'Opera. Also Read: Sadie Sink on Jean Grey reveal in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, X-Men future and keeping secrets The 26-year-old actress founded the Actors Association (ADA) in France to improve on-set protection and fight workplace harassment. She has featured in Unifrance's 10 to Watch and was selected as a European Shooting Star at the 2024 Berlin International Film Festival. Bemba is studying medicine alongside her acting career.

<p>A new report has surfaced that actress Suzy Bemba might take up the role of Storm, the weather-controlling mutant. Read to know more.&nbsp;</p>

X-Men reboot: Suzy Bemba reportedly in talks to play Storm's role? Here's what we know

<p>HBO's <i>Harry Potter</i> series is one of the highly anticipated shows. However, the show is now grabbing headlines for different reasons. Ally Pankiw, best known for <i>Black Mirror </i>and <i>Feel Good,</i> has reportedly revealed that she turned down an opportunity to direct the fantasy series, but she turned it down. But what led to her turning down the offer?</p><h2>Why did Ally Pankiw turn down directing the Harry Potter series?</h2><p>Ally Pankiw shared a screenshot of a text conversation with one of her representatives in which she&nbsp;</p><p>swiftly declined the opportunity to potentially join the wizarding world as a director, as per the<i> Entertainment Weekly </i>report.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/nicholas-hoult-to-play-gilderoy-lockhart-in-hbo-s-harry-potter-season-2-1786519918179"><strong>Nicholas Hoult to play Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO’s Harry Potter Season 2</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She said via representatives, "I have an instinct on the answer, but I feel compelled to ask. Harry Potter? Hard no? Absolutely f*****g not! Lol. But, thank you for asking." The representative shot back, "Of course, I assumed as much (and agree). In the caption of the post, Pankiw wrote, “It simply is this easy to say no to funding transphobia! (Also this was for directing, not acting… obviously lol).”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/harry-potter-series-what-s-the-first-major-change-hbo-is-making-to-the-original-story-1784193671622"><strong>Harry Potter series: What's the first major change HBO is making to the original story?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In the comments of Pankiw’s post, fellow director Kate Herron, who helmed numerous episodes of Loki and an episode of Doctor Who, said that she had a similar experience regarding the forthcoming Potter show. "Yeah, thank you exactly!” she wrote. “Respect and love to you, Ally. They’ve asked me twice, and I’ve had to explain my answer is never gonna change from a no.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/step-into-hogwarts-first-look-of-harry-potter-series-revealed-check-inside-1774363988246"><strong>Step into Hogwarts! First look of Harry Potter series revealed, check inside</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Reportedly, her comments connect her decision of not being involved in the Harry Potter show to the long-running controversy surrounding author JK Rowling, whose public statements about transgender people have drawn criticism from LFBTQ+ advocates and several figures in the entertainment industry.</p><h2>Who is Ally Pankiw?</h2><p>Ally Pankiw is best known for directing critically acclaimed TV episodes like the Joan is Awful episode of <i>Black</i> <i>Mirror</i> and the first season of Netflix's<i> Feel Good</i> and for writing on the hit comedy series Schitt's Creek. Ally has served as a story editor and writer on two seasons of Dan Levy's award-winning CBC series<i> Schitt's Creek.</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/harry-potter-and-philosopher-s-stone-teaser-new-magical-era-new-generation-first-look-at-new-trio-professor-snape-and-many-more-1774513190011"><strong>Harry Potter and Philosopher's Stone teaser: New magical era, New generation! First look at new trio, Professor Snape and many more</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She also wrote and directed her feature film debut, the 2023 dramedy I Used to Be Funny starring Rachel Sennott. Ally got her start directing and producing prominent music videos and commercial content for major artists like Ariana Grande, Janelle Monae and MUNA.</p>

Black Mirror director Ally Pankiw has revealed that she turned down an opportunity to direct the upcoming Harry Potter series. Read to know more.

HBO's Harry Potter series is one of the highly anticipated shows. However, the show is now grabbing headlines for different reasons. Ally Pankiw, best known for Black Mirror and Feel Good, has reportedly revealed that she turned down an opportunity to direct the fantasy series, but she turned it down. But what led to her turning down the offer? Why did Ally Pankiw turn down directing the Harry Potter series? Ally Pankiw shared a screenshot of a text conversation with one of her representatives in which she swiftly declined the opportunity to potentially join the wizarding world as a director, as per the Entertainment Weekly report. Also Read: Nicholas Hoult to play Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO’s Harry Potter Season 2 She said via representatives, "I have an instinct on the answer, but I feel compelled to ask. Harry Potter? Hard no? Absolutely f*****g not! Lol. But, thank you for asking." The representative shot back, "Of course, I assumed as much (and agree). In the caption of the post, Pankiw wrote, “It simply is this easy to say no to funding transphobia! (Also this was for directing, not acting… obviously lol).” Also Read: Harry Potter series: What's the first major change HBO is making to the original story? In the comments of Pankiw’s post, fellow director Kate Herron, who helmed numerous episodes of Loki and an episode of Doctor Who, said that she had a similar experience regarding the forthcoming Potter show. "Yeah, thank you exactly!” she wrote. “Respect and love to you, Ally. They’ve asked me twice, and I’ve had to explain my answer is never gonna change from a no.” Also Read: Step into Hogwarts! First look of Harry Potter series revealed, check inside Reportedly, her comments connect her decision of not being involved in the Harry Potter show to the long-running controversy surrounding author JK Rowling, whose public statements about transgender people have drawn criticism from LFBTQ+ advocates and several figures in the entertainment industry. Who is Ally Pankiw? Ally Pankiw is best known for directing critically acclaimed TV episodes like the Joan is Awful episode of Black Mirror and the first season of Netflix's Feel Good and for writing on the hit comedy series Schitt's Creek. Ally has served as a story editor and writer on two seasons of Dan Levy's award-winning CBC series Schitt's Creek. Also Read: Harry Potter and Philosopher's Stone teaser: New magical era, New generation! First look at new trio, Professor Snape and many more She also wrote and directed her feature film debut, the 2023 dramedy I Used to Be Funny starring Rachel Sennott. Ally got her start directing and producing prominent music videos and commercial content for major artists like Ariana Grande, Janelle Monae and MUNA.

<p>Black Mirror director Ally Pankiw has revealed that she turned down an opportunity to direct the upcoming Harry Potter series. Read to know more.</p>

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