<p>Once upon a time, in the corporate kingdom of Disney, a trend emerged that aimed to redo animated classics in live-action. However, upon closer inspection, the futility of this endeavour reveals itself, like a fairy godmother's pumpkin carriage turning back into a humble vegetable. In the realm of animation, the artists' brushes create a world where imagination knows no bounds. Talking animals, singing teapots, and magical spells effortlessly transport us into realms uncharted. But when the magic is transposed into live-action, the result can be as underwhelming as a prince who forgets the royal ball's address. The very essence of animation lies in its ability to transcend reality's constraints. In the hands of talented animators and artists, anthropomorphic creatures and fantastical settings flourish, making us believe in a world beyond our own.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Yet, when the boundaries of reality are imposed upon these ethereal tales, the results can be as awkward as a fish out of water attempting ballet.</p>

<p>All this to say: you have my permission not to watch Disney's live-action remake of <em>The Little Mermaid.</em> While the original dazzled with its beautifully imaginative underwater kingdom, talking sea creatures, and soundtrack brimming with enchanting melodies, Rob Marshall's remake is a soulless cash grab (I suspect it is not going to grab a lot of cash, either) utterly devoid of any hint of charm of visual whimsy. Instead of vivid colours, here you have drab greys. Even the green and blue of Ariel's getup are so washed out that it looks as if she emerged from a muddy puddle rather than a freaking ocean.</p>

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<h2><strong><em>The Little Mermaid</em> story</strong></h2>

<p>The story is pretty much the same. This is where the movie could have actually done something worthwhile and different. There was an opportunity to reimagine the narrative with a fresh perspective and address certain aspects that could benefit from a contemporary lens. But here, the remake is slavishly faithful to the original.</p>

<p>It follows the story of Ariel Halle Bailey), a mermaid princess, yearns to explore the human world despite the command of her her father Triton, the Sea King (Javier Bardem). She rescues human Prince Eric (Jonah Hauer-King) from a shipwreck and falls in love with him. To explore the human world, she strikes a deal with the sea witch Ursula (Melissa McCarthy) to become human for three days and win Eric's love.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>So... <em>The Little Mermaid</em> isn't worth watching?</strong></h2>

<p>No, <em>The Little Mermaid</em> is not worth watching. It is a deeply cynical attempt to capitalise on nostalgia, aiming to squeeze every last drop of profit from a cherished tale without investing the effort to honour its essence. This is a corporate product, through and through. It lacks the heart, the imagination, and the artistic vision that breathed life into the animated classic.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also, these films, the Disney live-action remakes, are always made by filmmakers who fail to instill any personality to the narrative, and more often than not try to redo the film almost frame-by-frame. The result, like <em>The Little Mermaid</em> here, is always a pale imitation.</p>

<p>Still, I hazard there are people, particularly young kids, who will enjoy this thing. And that is fine. But even they will be better served by re-watching or watching the animated original.</p>

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<h2><strong>Performances are good, but not good enough</strong></h2>

<p>The cast, led by the talented Halle Bailey as Ariel, delivers decent enough performances. Bailey is truly good, and it is a shame that her first big break is this leaden remake. McCarthy is delightful and very well-cast in the villainous role.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Verdict</strong></h2>

<p><em>The Little Mermaid</em> is a missed opportunity. I would have called it harmless, if not for the sheer lack of creativity at display here.</p>

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Once upon a time, in the corporate kingdom of Disney, a trend emerged that aimed to redo animated classics in live-action. However, upon closer inspection, the futility of this endeavour reveals itself, like a fairy godmother's pumpkin carriage turning back into a humble vegetable.

Once upon a time, in the corporate kingdom of Disney, a trend emerged that aimed to redo animated classics in live-action. However, upon closer inspection, the futility of this endeavour reveals itself, like a fairy godmother's pumpkin carriage turning back into a humble vegetable. In the realm of animation, the artists' brushes create a world where imagination knows no bounds. Talking animals, singing teapots, and magical spells effortlessly transport us into realms uncharted. But when the magic is transposed into live-action, the result can be as underwhelming as a prince who forgets the royal ball's address. The very essence of animation lies in its ability to transcend reality's constraints. In the hands of talented animators and artists, anthropomorphic creatures and fantastical settings flourish, making us believe in a world beyond our own. Yet, when the boundaries of reality are imposed upon these ethereal tales, the results can be as awkward as a fish out of water attempting ballet. All this to say: you have my permission not to watch Disney's live-action remake of The Little Mermaid. While the original dazzled with its beautifully imaginative underwater kingdom, talking sea creatures, and soundtrack brimming with enchanting melodies, Rob Marshall's remake is a soulless cash grab (I suspect it is not going to grab a lot of cash, either) utterly devoid of any hint of charm of visual whimsy. Instead of vivid colours, here you have drab greys. Even the green and blue of Ariel's getup are so washed out that it looks as if she emerged from a muddy puddle rather than a freaking ocean. The Little Mermaid story The story is pretty much the same. This is where the movie could have actually done something worthwhile and different. There was an opportunity to reimagine the narrative with a fresh perspective and address certain aspects that could benefit from a contemporary lens. But here, the remake is slavishly faithful to the original. It follows the story of Ariel Halle Bailey), a mermaid princess, yearns to explore the human world despite the command of her her father Triton, the Sea King (Javier Bardem). She rescues human Prince Eric (Jonah Hauer-King) from a shipwreck and falls in love with him. To explore the human world, she strikes a deal with the sea witch Ursula (Melissa McCarthy) to become human for three days and win Eric's love. Also Read: Fast X movie review: Jason Momoa is the only reason to see this movie So... The Little Mermaid isn't worth watching? No, The Little Mermaid is not worth watching. It is a deeply cynical attempt to capitalise on nostalgia, aiming to squeeze every last drop of profit from a cherished tale without investing the effort to honour its essence. This is a corporate product, through and through. It lacks the heart, the imagination, and the artistic vision that breathed life into the animated classic. Also, these films, the Disney live-action remakes, are always made by filmmakers who fail to instill any personality to the narrative, and more often than not try to redo the film almost frame-by-frame. The result, like The Little Mermaid here, is always a pale imitation. Still, I hazard there are people, particularly young kids, who will enjoy this thing. And that is fine. But even they will be better served by re-watching or watching the animated original. Performances are good, but not good enough The cast, led by the talented Halle Bailey as Ariel, delivers decent enough performances. Bailey is truly good, and it is a shame that her first big break is this leaden remake. McCarthy is delightful and very well-cast in the villainous role. Verdict The Little Mermaid is a missed opportunity. I would have called it harmless, if not for the sheer lack of creativity at display here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

The Little Mermaid review: Disney's live-action remake fails to make a splash

<p>'Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings' star Awkwafina is all set to star alongside Nicholas Hoult and Nicolas Cage in `Renfield'.<br />
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The Universal picture film is a monster movie centred on Dracula’s familiar henchman with Hoult playing the title role. Cage will play Dracula.<br />
Details about Awkwafina`s role have not been disclosed yet. Plot details of the movie weren’t announced, but as per the Deadline, it’s believed to take place during the present day and is not a period piece.<br />
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Chris McKay will direct the project, which is based on an original story outline from Robert Kirkman. Ryan Ridley of 'Rick and Morty' fame will write the script. &nbsp;<br />
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McKay’s producing partner Samantha Nisenboim will be joining the project as executive producer. The film will be produced by Skybound Entertainment’s film team including Kirkman, David Alpert, Bryan Furst and Sean Furst.</p>

<p>On the work front,&nbsp;Golden Globe winner Awkwafina was last&nbsp;seen in Marvel’s 'Shang-Chi'&nbsp;which made $431 million at the global box office. She next will be seen&nbsp;opposite Mahershala Ali&nbsp;in Apple’s 'Swan Song',&nbsp;as well as an&nbsp;untitled Netflix comedy&nbsp;with Sandra Oh.&nbsp;</p>


'Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings' star Awkwafina is all set to star alongside Nicholas Hoult and Nicolas Cage in `Renfield'. The Universal picture film is a monster movie centred on Dracula’s familiar henchman with Hoult playing the title role.

'Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings' star Awkwafina is all set to star alongside Nicholas Hoult and Nicolas Cage in `Renfield'. The Universal picture film is a monster movie centred on Dracula’s familiar henchman with Hoult playing the title role. Cage will play Dracula. Details about Awkwafina`s role have not been disclosed yet. Plot details of the movie weren’t announced, but as per the Deadline, it’s believed to take place during the present day and is not a period piece. Chris McKay will direct the project, which is based on an original story outline from Robert Kirkman. Ryan Ridley of 'Rick and Morty' fame will write the script. McKay’s producing partner Samantha Nisenboim will be joining the project as executive producer. The film will be produced by Skybound Entertainment’s film team including Kirkman, David Alpert, Bryan Furst and Sean Furst. On the work front, Golden Globe winner Awkwafina was last seen in Marvel’s 'Shang-Chi' which made $431 million at the global box office. She next will be seen opposite Mahershala Ali in Apple’s 'Swan Song', as well as an untitled Netflix comedy with Sandra Oh.

Awkwafina to star alongside Nicholas Hoult and Nicolas Cage in Universal’s ‘Renfield’

<p>It plays to the gallery, it adheres to all the stereotypes and it shows how the west perceives Asians and their mystic laws but Marvel Cinematic Universe' new film 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of Ten Rings' is stunning and all things awesome.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Canadian-Chinese actor Simu Liu takes on the mantle of Marvel's first Asian superhero in Destin Daniel Cretton's film which is the first solo film that introduces a new superhero into the already eclectic universe that Marvel has created in the past decade.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Complete with humour, jaw-dropping action stunts merged with Asian mysticism, &nbsp;'Shang-Chi' is the perfect film to watch on the big screen after a long hiatus thanks to the pandemic.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At the centre of the film is Shaun or Shang Chi, a Chinese-American youth who has a chance encounter with a group of bad guys on a bus who are after his pendant. The group, which includes a man with a razor for his arm, manage to get his pendant after an elaborate action sequence in a moving bus.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shaun and his best friend Katy(Awkwafina) then head to Macau as he thinks his sister is in danger. Turns out the goons were sent by his father and now they are after the sister Xu Xialing (Meng'er Zhang) who also wears a similar pendant.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The two are no match to their father's army of warriors and soon the two are taken to their home in Macau. Their father Wenwu(Tony Leung) has been the keeper of the Ten Rings for thousands of years and wields immense power thanks to it. He now wants to use the rings to burn down a village Ta Lo- which has mystical powers and safeguards the universe from evil forces. Wenwu believes that the village has held his wife Ying Li captive- who is long dead. Wenwu brings back his estranged children to bring his family together.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Shaun or Shang-Chi though believes that burning down the village which was once his mother's home will not help bring back his dead mother and so along with his sister, friend and Trevor (Ben Kingsley) - Mandarin in Iron Man- and a mystical creature, he sets out to Ta Lo before his father and his army can burn the village down and set the evil forces free to rampage the world.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Full of Asian stereotypes that involve flying dragons and gigantic sea lions, 'Shang-Chi' is visually stunning. The action sequences are so well choreographed and it makes Marvel's previous film's and its action sequences pale in comparison. It also beautifully merges the mysticism that Asia is known for into Marvel's superhero realm. The result is simply brilliant!</p>

<p>The film has Simu Liu in top form. He is your ordinary guy but extraordinary powers and actor blends into the character well - with not a single false note. Giving him good company are actresses Awkwafina who is effortless in whatever she does and Meng'er Zhang who also performs some mind-numbing stunts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The star of the film of course is veteran actor Tony Leung- a father who wants to bring back his family together but also is aware of his extraordinary powers. It's his love for his dead wife that makes him tough and cold towards his children. Years back Leung had charmed the world with his subtle style in Wong Kar Wai's 'In The Mood For Love'. Decades later, Leung has aged like fine wine and it's a delight to watch him play the antagonist with such style.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ben Kingsley and Michelle Yeoh too make their presence felt in the limited screen time they have.&nbsp;</p>

<p>'Shang-Chi' comes at a time when theatres across the world are testing waters and running on 50% occupancy. The timing is perfect as it is the perfect film to remind fans that why the magic of the big screen will always remain despite a slew of OTT platforms.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
'Shang-Chi' is Marvel's best solo film since 'Black Panther' and it opens up enormous possibilities for Asian representation in a very crowded superhero realm in Hollywood.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Don't miss this one. Out in theatres.&nbsp;</p>


It plays to the gallery, it adheres to all the stereotypes and it shows how the west perceives Asians and their mystic laws but Marvel Cinematic Universe' new film 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of Ten Rings' is stunning and all things awesome.

It plays to the gallery, it adheres to all the stereotypes and it shows how the west perceives Asians and their mystic laws but Marvel Cinematic Universe' new film 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of Ten Rings' is stunning and all things awesome. Canadian-Chinese actor Simu Liu takes on the mantle of Marvel's first Asian superhero in Destin Daniel Cretton's film which is the first solo film that introduces a new superhero into the already eclectic universe that Marvel has created in the past decade. Complete with humour, jaw-dropping action stunts merged with Asian mysticism, 'Shang-Chi' is the perfect film to watch on the big screen after a long hiatus thanks to the pandemic. At the centre of the film is Shaun or Shang Chi, a Chinese-American youth who has a chance encounter with a group of bad guys on a bus who are after his pendant. The group, which includes a man with a razor for his arm, manage to get his pendant after an elaborate action sequence in a moving bus. Shaun and his best friend Katy(Awkwafina) then head to Macau as he thinks his sister is in danger. Turns out the goons were sent by his father and now they are after the sister Xu Xialing (Meng'er Zhang) who also wears a similar pendant. The two are no match to their father's army of warriors and soon the two are taken to their home in Macau. Their father Wenwu(Tony Leung) has been the keeper of the Ten Rings for thousands of years and wields immense power thanks to it. He now wants to use the rings to burn down a village Ta Lo- which has mystical powers and safeguards the universe from evil forces. Wenwu believes that the village has held his wife Ying Li captive- who is long dead. Wenwu brings back his estranged children to bring his family together. Shaun or Shang-Chi though believes that burning down the village which was once his mother's home will not help bring back his dead mother and so along with his sister, friend and Trevor (Ben Kingsley) - Mandarin in Iron Man- and a mystical creature, he sets out to Ta Lo before his father and his army can burn the village down and set the evil forces free to rampage the world. Full of Asian stereotypes that involve flying dragons and gigantic sea lions, 'Shang-Chi' is visually stunning. The action sequences are so well choreographed and it makes Marvel's previous film's and its action sequences pale in comparison. It also beautifully merges the mysticism that Asia is known for into Marvel's superhero realm. The result is simply brilliant! The film has Simu Liu in top form. He is your ordinary guy but extraordinary powers and actor blends into the character well - with not a single false note. Giving him good company are actresses Awkwafina who is effortless in whatever she does and Meng'er Zhang who also performs some mind-numbing stunts. The star of the film of course is veteran actor Tony Leung- a father who wants to bring back his family together but also is aware of his extraordinary powers. It's his love for his dead wife that makes him tough and cold towards his children. Years back Leung had charmed the world with his subtle style in Wong Kar Wai's 'In The Mood For Love'. Decades later, Leung has aged like fine wine and it's a delight to watch him play the antagonist with such style. Ben Kingsley and Michelle Yeoh too make their presence felt in the limited screen time they have. 'Shang-Chi' comes at a time when theatres across the world are testing waters and running on 50% occupancy. The timing is perfect as it is the perfect film to remind fans that why the magic of the big screen will always remain despite a slew of OTT platforms. 'Shang-Chi' is Marvel's best solo film since 'Black Panther' and it opens up enormous possibilities for Asian representation in a very crowded superhero realm in Hollywood. Don't miss this one. Out in theatres.

'Shang- Chi' review: Marvel's other superheroes pale in comparison to our Asian hero

<p>The cast of Marvel's first Asian superhero movie, 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings', has been busy promoting the film in India--it is releasing on September 3 in Indian theatres. And during one such promotional interview, actress Awkwafina talked about her love for global star Priyanka Chopra Jonas.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-shang-chi-star-simu-liu-i-have-always-prided-myself-on-being-able-to-speak-my-mind-410217">'Shang-Chi' star Simu Liu: I have always prided myself on being able to speak my mind</a></p>

<p><br />
It so happened that <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-priyanka-chopra-grabs-dinner-with-sandra-oh-awkwafina-in-london-405644">Awkwafina, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Sandra Oh and Michelle Yeoh had gone out for an outing in London</a>, and when the interviewer asked them about the conversation they have had, this is what the Marvel star said:</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-tom-holland-makes-his-relationship-with-zendaya-official-on-instagram-with-an-adorable-post-410202">Tom Holland makes his relationship with Zendaya official on Instagram with an adorable post</a></p>

<p><br />
"Oh, man! That night was so fun. I love all of those ladies and we were all... I mean, that was a very special night," the 33-year-old actress gushed before further recounting... And, honestly, I'd love to say that there was deep, awesome, like really deep, serious conversations, but really mostly we were just laughing, telling jokes, laughing, goofing around. It's just so much fun hanging out with every single one of them. So, really fun night and I love Priyanka."</p>

<p><br />
'Shang-Chi' stars Simu Liu in lead, along with actors Meng'er Zhang, Fala Chen, Florian Munteanu, Benedict Wong and Michelle Yeoh.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-luxury-label-bvlgari-launches-its-first-ever-mangalsutra-410178">Luxury label Bvlgari launches its first-ever mangalsutra</a></p>

<p><br />
The film will also marks the return of Sir Ben Kingsley to the MCU. He first appeared in Robert Downey Jr's 'Iron Man 3' where he portrayed the role of Trevor Slattery.</p>


The cast of Marvel's first Asian superhero movie, 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings', has been busy promoting the film in India--it is releasing on September 3 in Indian theatres.

The cast of Marvel's first Asian superhero movie, 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings', has been busy promoting the film in India--it is releasing on September 3 in Indian theatres. And during one such promotional interview, actress Awkwafina talked about her love for global star Priyanka Chopra Jonas. Also read: 'Shang-Chi' star Simu Liu: I have always prided myself on being able to speak my mind It so happened that Awkwafina, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Sandra Oh and Michelle Yeoh had gone out for an outing in London, and when the interviewer asked them about the conversation they have had, this is what the Marvel star said: Also read: Tom Holland makes his relationship with Zendaya official on Instagram with an adorable post "Oh, man! That night was so fun. I love all of those ladies and we were all... I mean, that was a very special night," the 33-year-old actress gushed before further recounting... And, honestly, I'd love to say that there was deep, awesome, like really deep, serious conversations, but really mostly we were just laughing, telling jokes, laughing, goofing around. It's just so much fun hanging out with every single one of them. So, really fun night and I love Priyanka." 'Shang-Chi' stars Simu Liu in lead, along with actors Meng'er Zhang, Fala Chen, Florian Munteanu, Benedict Wong and Michelle Yeoh. Also read: Luxury label Bvlgari launches its first-ever mangalsutra The film will also marks the return of Sir Ben Kingsley to the MCU. He first appeared in Robert Downey Jr's 'Iron Man 3' where he portrayed the role of Trevor Slattery.

'Shang-Chi' star Awkwafina professes her love for Priyanka Chopra Jonas

<p>Awkwafina is known for her comic timing but in Marvel's latest film 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of Ten Rings' fans will see her in a different avatar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Awkwafina plays Katy in the film that is Marvel's first Asian superhero film. Decoding her role as Katy, the supremely talented actress said, "Katy is what I would love to be as a friend, which is loyal. I think she really trusts Shang-Chi. At the same time, in a world where he is wary about who he lets into his life, she doesn’t really judge him for his past and trusts him. She’s a really good friend, and also useless — I think there might be some luck involved in certain aspects of her life. So it’s fun that she gets to tag along. She gets some action. There is a pole scene … well, it’s scaffolding. You know, we’re not in the club."&nbsp;<br />
<br />
Marvel-produced 'Shang- Chi and the Legend of Ten Rings' is coming in your nearest theatre this Friday. Keeping the excitement high among the fans, the cast of this movie is leaving no stones unturned and are making all the right noises to increase the curiosity among the viewers.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, 'Shang Chi' is releasing in English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu across India on September 03, 2021.<br />
&nbsp;</p>


Awkwafina is known for her comic timing but in Marvel's latest film 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of Ten Rings' fans will see her in a different avatar. Awkwafina plays Katy in the film that is Marvel's first Asian superhero film.

Awkwafina is known for her comic timing but in Marvel's latest film 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of Ten Rings' fans will see her in a different avatar. Awkwafina plays Katy in the film that is Marvel's first Asian superhero film. Decoding her role as Katy, the supremely talented actress said, "Katy is what I would love to be as a friend, which is loyal. I think she really trusts Shang-Chi. At the same time, in a world where he is wary about who he lets into his life, she doesn’t really judge him for his past and trusts him. She’s a really good friend, and also useless — I think there might be some luck involved in certain aspects of her life. So it’s fun that she gets to tag along. She gets some action. There is a pole scene … well, it’s scaffolding. You know, we’re not in the club." Marvel-produced 'Shang- Chi and the Legend of Ten Rings' is coming in your nearest theatre this Friday. Keeping the excitement high among the fans, the cast of this movie is leaving no stones unturned and are making all the right noises to increase the curiosity among the viewers. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, 'Shang Chi' is releasing in English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu across India on September 03, 2021.

Awkwafina on her character Katy in 'Shang-Chi': She’s a good friend but useless 

<p>The excitement to watch 'Shang Chi and the Legends of the Ten Rings' in India on the big screen and experience the superhero film is just a few days away.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
Be it announcing the cast or dropping its much-awaited trailer of what is the very first Asian superhero film by Marvel, this Marvel Studio movie has left no stone unturned in keeping the excitement amongst fans at its peak.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
Starring Simu Liu, Awkwafina, Benedict Wong, Fala Chen, Tony Leung, Michelle Yeoh and Florian Munteanu, this movie is directed by Destin Daniel Cretton.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
Known for her comical&nbsp;timing and on-point acting along with brilliant facial expressions, Awkwafina is a true representation of millennials on the reel screen.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/chinese-actress-zheng-shuang-hit-with-46-million-tax-fine-as-china-targets-celebrity-culture-408733" hreflang="en">Chinese actress hit with tax fine as China targets celebrity culture</a><br />
<br />
The level of excitement among her fans is high to see her in an action movie for she will be seen taking a step out of her comfort zone and foraying into a whole new genre of action. Talking about her role in the movie and drawing similarities between her role as Katy, Awkwafina said, “I connect to Katy a lot. She definitely makes some poor decisions, like we all do now and then. She is brave and impulsive and brash. But she is loyal, and she’s really there for Shang-Chi when he needs her.”<br />
<br />
'Shang Chi and the Legends of the Ten Rings' is releasing on September 03, 2021, in your nearby theatres in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-spider-man-no-way-home-trailer-smashes-avengers-endgame%E2%80%99-record-for-most-views-in-24-hours-408565" hreflang="en">'Spider-Man: No Way Home' trailer smashes 'Avengers: Endgame’ record for most views in 24 hours</a></p>


The excitement to watch 'Shang Chi and the Legends of the Ten Rings' in India on the big screen and experience the superhero film is just a few days away. Be it announcing the cast or dropping its much-awaited trailer of what is the very first Asian superhero film by Marvel, this Marvel Studio movie has left no stone unturned in keeping the excitement amongst fans at its peak.

The excitement to watch 'Shang Chi and the Legends of the Ten Rings' in India on the big screen and experience the superhero film is just a few days away. Be it announcing the cast or dropping its much-awaited trailer of what is the very first Asian superhero film by Marvel, this Marvel Studio movie has left no stone unturned in keeping the excitement amongst fans at its peak. Starring Simu Liu, Awkwafina, Benedict Wong, Fala Chen, Tony Leung, Michelle Yeoh and Florian Munteanu, this movie is directed by Destin Daniel Cretton. Known for her comical timing and on-point acting along with brilliant facial expressions, Awkwafina is a true representation of millennials on the reel screen. Chinese actress hit with tax fine as China targets celebrity culture The level of excitement among her fans is high to see her in an action movie for she will be seen taking a step out of her comfort zone and foraying into a whole new genre of action. Talking about her role in the movie and drawing similarities between her role as Katy, Awkwafina said, “I connect to Katy a lot. She definitely makes some poor decisions, like we all do now and then. She is brave and impulsive and brash. But she is loyal, and she’s really there for Shang-Chi when he needs her.” 'Shang Chi and the Legends of the Ten Rings' is releasing on September 03, 2021, in your nearby theatres in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada. 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' trailer smashes 'Avengers: Endgame’ record for most views in 24 hours

Awkwafina talks about her role in 'Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings'

<p>Girls night out!<br />
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Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who is currently residing in London for her work commitments, recently spent a night out with her ultimate girl's squad.<br />
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The 'Matrix 4' actress, shared a selfie with Sandra Oh, Awkwafina, Michelle Yeoh, and Sonoya Mizuno on Instagram as they enjoyed a dinner party at Mandarin Kitchen with a lobster and Tiffany's boxes.&nbsp;<br />
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"When u get a seat at the cool kids' table," Chopra Jonas captioned the photo with the hashtags "#queens" and "#Asianpride."</p>

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<p>Awkwafina too posted a snap of the fun gathering featuring Yeoh and Oh, '' #lobsternoodles @iamsandraohinsta @michelleyeoh_official''.&nbsp;</p>

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Awkwafina starred alongside Yeoh and Mizuno in 2018’s 'Crazy Rich Asians'.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Recently, Priyanka was joined in London by her husband Nick Jonas and a new video of the duo being all <a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/lifestyle/news-priyanka-chopra-jonas-nick-jonas-cozy-up-at-a-london-eatery-watch-405371">lovey-dovey</a>&nbsp;during this outing has emerged on social media.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, on the work front, Priyanka was recently announced as one of the ambassadors for Victoria's Secret brand. Apart from this, she will be next seen in the upcoming spy series `Citadel` also starring Richard Madden of `Game of Thrones' fame. She also has an interesting lineup of films including `Text For You`, `Matrix 4` in the pipeline.&nbsp;</p>


Girls night out! Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who is currently residing in London for her work commitments, recently spent a night out with her ultimate girl's squad. The 'Matrix 4' actress, shared a selfie with Sandra Oh, Awkwafina, Michelle Yeoh, and Sonoya Mizuno on Instagram as they enjoyed a dinner party at Mandarin Kitchen with a lobster and Tiffany's boxes.

Girls night out! Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who is currently residing in London for her work commitments, recently spent a night out with her ultimate girl's squad. The 'Matrix 4' actress, shared a selfie with Sandra Oh, Awkwafina, Michelle Yeoh, and Sonoya Mizuno on Instagram as they enjoyed a dinner party at Mandarin Kitchen with a lobster and Tiffany's boxes. "When u get a seat at the cool kids' table," Chopra Jonas captioned the photo with the hashtags "#queens" and "#Asianpride." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Priyanka Chopra Jonas (@priyankachopra) × Awkwafina too posted a snap of the fun gathering featuring Yeoh and Oh, '' #lobsternoodles @iamsandraohinsta @michelleyeoh_official''. Awkwafina starred alongside Yeoh and Mizuno in 2018’s 'Crazy Rich Asians'. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sandra Oh (@iamsandraohinsta) × Recently, Priyanka was joined in London by her husband Nick Jonas and a new video of the duo being all lovey-dovey during this outing has emerged on social media. Meanwhile, on the work front, Priyanka was recently announced as one of the ambassadors for Victoria's Secret brand. Apart from this, she will be next seen in the upcoming spy series `Citadel` also starring Richard Madden of `Game of Thrones' fame. She also has an interesting lineup of films including `Text For You`, `Matrix 4` in the pipeline.

Priyanka Chopra grabs dinner with Sandra Oh, Awkwafina in London

<p>The 78th Annual Golden Globe Awards are just a few days away, and the first batch of presenters for the 2021 ceremony is announced.&nbsp; Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) will be handing out the trophies on February 28, 2021, at 8 pm ET.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-golden-globes-2021-full-nominations-list-golden-globes-news-hollywood-news-361111">Full nominations list</a><br />
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The star-studded list includes some of last year’s big winners and nominees, including Joaquin Phoenix and Renne Zellweger, both won Golden Globes in 2020 for their roles in 'Joker and 'Judy', respectively.&nbsp;</p>

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Awkwafina is also one of the presenter, last year, she created history and had won her first Golden Globe for 'The Farewell' adding to the list Cynthia Erivo, Kristen Wiig, and Annie Mumolo are also one of the presenters. More presenters will be revealed before the big night.<br />
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''We are thrilled to announce Joaquin Phoenix, Renée Zellweger, @awkwafina, Cynthia Erivo, Kristen Wiig, and Annie Mumolo as presenters at the #GoldenGlobes! Tune to @nbc on Sunday, 2/28 at 8P ET/5 P PT!'' They tweeted from the official account.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This year, the Golden Globes are going to look very different from previous years. While the format for the show is believed to be both in-person and virtual— is still unknown.</p>

<p><a href="http://13.235.153.162/photos/asian-descents-to-black-artists-golden-globes-2021-nominee-list-is-diverse-361315" hreflang="en">Asian descents to black artists: Golden Globes 2021 nominee list is diverse</a><br />
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This year, Amy Poehler and Tina Fey are returning as the host, however, they are going to be doing their jobs by staying&nbsp;miles away from each other. They will be airing live on NBC at 8 pm ET/5 pm PT,&nbsp;Fey will host from the Rainbow Room atop Rockefeller Center in New York City and Poehler will host from the ceremony`s usual location inside the Beverly Hilton Hotel in California.&nbsp;</p>


The 78th Annual Golden Globe Awards are just a few days away, and the first batch of presenters for the 2021 ceremony is announced. Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) will be handing out the trophies on February 28, 2021, at 8 pm ET.

The 78th Annual Golden Globe Awards are just a few days away, and the first batch of presenters for the 2021 ceremony is announced. Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) will be handing out the trophies on February 28, 2021, at 8 pm ET. Full nominations list The star-studded list includes some of last year’s big winners and nominees, including Joaquin Phoenix and Renne Zellweger, both won Golden Globes in 2020 for their roles in 'Joker and 'Judy', respectively. 'Da 5 Bloods', Bridgerton': Golden Globe 2021 snubs find mention in SAG Award nomination list Awkwafina is also one of the presenter, last year, she created history and had won her first Golden Globe for 'The Farewell' adding to the list Cynthia Erivo, Kristen Wiig, and Annie Mumolo are also one of the presenters. More presenters will be revealed before the big night. ''We are thrilled to announce Joaquin Phoenix, Renée Zellweger, @awkwafina, Cynthia Erivo, Kristen Wiig, and Annie Mumolo as presenters at the #GoldenGlobes! Tune to @nbc on Sunday, 2/28 at 8P ET/5 P PT!'' They tweeted from the official account. We are thrilled to announce Joaquin Phoenix, Renée Zellweger, @awkwafina, Cynthia Erivo, Kristen Wiig, and Annie Mumolo as presenters at the #GoldenGlobes! Tune to @nbc on Sunday, 2/28 at 8P ET/5 P PT! pic.twitter.com/2kpFBvjT4g — Golden Globe Awards (@goldenglobes) February 17, 2021 × This year, the Golden Globes are going to look very different from previous years. While the format for the show is believed to be both in-person and virtual— is still unknown. Asian descents to black artists: Golden Globes 2021 nominee list is diverse This year, Amy Poehler and Tina Fey are returning as the host, however, they are going to be doing their jobs by staying miles away from each other. They will be airing live on NBC at 8 pm ET/5 pm PT, Fey will host from the Rainbow Room atop Rockefeller Center in New York City and Poehler will host from the ceremony`s usual location inside the Beverly Hilton Hotel in California.

Golden Globe 2021: Joaquin Phoenix, Renee Zellweger & others announced as presenters

<p>Allison Janney is all praise for her new co-stars&nbsp;Mila Kunis, Regina Hall and Awkwafina.<br />
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The actor said that she enjoyed working with Mila Kunis, Regina Hall, and Awkwafina in the film 'Breaking News In Yuba County'.<br />
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"The script really grabbed me from the start," said Janney, adding: "I thought it was incredibly exciting, dark, funny, and violent -- just a great mix."<br />
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"Mila (Kunis) brings to Nancy this unbelievable passion for what she wants, and who`ll stop at nothing to get it. And Regina (Hall) is a force to be reckoned with! In some scenes, she just stared at me, and it felt like she`s looking right through me, which is great because her character is the one who really sees what Sue is. And Awkwafina is marvellously threatening, scary, sexy, odd, and very powerful. It`s such a great group of actors," she said.<br />
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'Breaking News In Yuba County' tells the story of a town in the US, where controversy and chaos erupt when housewife Sue Button (Janney) discovers her husband has disappeared. This leads to accusations being hurled at Sue, making her a local celebrity.<br />
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A blend of satire, comedy and suspense, the Tate Taylor directorial contains a witty portrayal of the news media and the vicious addiction to fame. The film also stars Wanda Sykes, Ellen Barkin and Juliette Lewis, and is slated to release on February 19.<br />
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Allison Janney is all praise for her new co-stars Mila Kunis, Regina Hall and Awkwafina. The actor said that she enjoyed working with Mila Kunis, Regina Hall, and Awkwafina in the film 'Breaking News In Yuba County'.

Allison Janney is all praise for her new co-stars Mila Kunis, Regina Hall and Awkwafina. The actor said that she enjoyed working with Mila Kunis, Regina Hall, and Awkwafina in the film 'Breaking News In Yuba County'. "The script really grabbed me from the start," said Janney, adding: "I thought it was incredibly exciting, dark, funny, and violent -- just a great mix." "Mila (Kunis) brings to Nancy this unbelievable passion for what she wants, and who`ll stop at nothing to get it. And Regina (Hall) is a force to be reckoned with! In some scenes, she just stared at me, and it felt like she`s looking right through me, which is great because her character is the one who really sees what Sue is. And Awkwafina is marvellously threatening, scary, sexy, odd, and very powerful. It`s such a great group of actors," she said. 'Breaking News In Yuba County' tells the story of a town in the US, where controversy and chaos erupt when housewife Sue Button (Janney) discovers her husband has disappeared. This leads to accusations being hurled at Sue, making her a local celebrity. A blend of satire, comedy and suspense, the Tate Taylor directorial contains a witty portrayal of the news media and the vicious addiction to fame. The film also stars Wanda Sykes, Ellen Barkin and Juliette Lewis, and is slated to release on February 19.

Allison Janney talks about working with Mila Kunis, Regina Hall, Awkwafina in new film

<p>Three years ago, Natalie Portman presented the best director category at the Golden Globes with a sting in her voice.</p>

<p>“Here are the all-male nominees,” she said.</p>

<p>This year, for the very first time, a majority of the directors in that category are women. It was announced last week that Chloé Zhao ('Nomadland'), Regina King ('One Night in Miami') and Emerald Fennell ('Promising Young Woman') will vie for the best director Globe alongside David Fincher ('Mank') and Aaron Sorkin ('The Trial of the Chicago 7'), and those same filmmakers may well hear their names again when the Oscar nominations are read March 15.</p>

<p>In a category that has historically overlooked female directors, this feels like progress. After all, only five women have ever been nominated for the best director Oscar, and if Zhao, King and Fennell all make it in, that number would nearly double in a single year.</p>

<p>But look a little closer, and there’s still a pernicious double standard at play: Fincher and Sorkin were given tens of millions to make their films, while the women had to make do with much less. 'Nomadland'&nbsp;cost under $5 million, 'One Night in Miami'&nbsp;was budgeted at $16.9 million and “Promising Young Woman” fell somewhere in between.</p>

<p>None of the five women previously nominated for the best director Oscar have had it any better: Jane Campion (“The Piano”), Sofia Coppola (“Lost in Translation”) and Greta Gerwig (“Lady Bird”) made their movies for $10 million or less, and Kathryn Bigelow’s budget for “The Hurt Locker” — a scant $15 million — is the most that a female nominee in this category has ever been given.</p>

<p>I don’t point this out to sound like a sad trombone in the Oscars’ orchestra pit, because when history is made during awards season, I believe it’s worth celebrating. This particular year could produce the most diverse lineup of Oscar nominees ever, as women and people of color are projected to make up the majority in several top races.</p>

<p>But I know it will be tempting for Hollywood to give out those laurels and then rest on them. For example, in a year that is almost certain to see nominated actors like Riz Ahmed (“Sound of Metal”), Viola Davis and Chadwick Boseman (“Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom”), Daniel Kaluuya (“Judas and the Black Messiah”) and Leslie Odom, Jr. (“One Night in Miami”), academy members may crow that #OscarsSoWhite is a thing of the past.</p>

<p>It isn’t that simple, and even this potentially landmark awards season still offers ample proof.</p>

<p>Just look at the Golden Globes’ most prestigious category, best drama, where none of the year’s major Black-led films were nominated. Not “One Night in Miami,” not “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom,” not “Judas and the Black Messiah” and not “Da 5 Bloods.”</p>

<p>Or look to BAFTA, considered the British equivalent of the Oscars, and the group’s “longlists” for each category, released last week. Spike Lee’s Vietnam-vet drama “Da 5 Bloods” landed on nine of those longlists — including best film, screenplay, and editing — but Lee was pointedly left out of the group of 20 filmmakers nominated for best director. (If BAFTA voters were trying to send a message to Lee, did they realize the rest of the world was BCC’d?)</p>

<p>You could even look to last year, when “Parasite” made Oscar history as the first film not in the English language to win best picture but couldn’t earn a single nomination in the acting categories. Awkwafina and Zhao Shuzhen, hailing from a critics’ favorite, “The Farewell,” were similarly snubbed by the academy, and those exclusions led Vulture’s E. Alex Jung to write about “an old prejudice at work here that sees Asian people as technical workers.”</p>

<p>That’s why Jung felt that filmmakers like Bong Joon Ho and Ang Lee could win Oscars while the actors from their films were wholly overlooked, and it’s why I wonder about the ultimate fate of the forthcoming “Minari,” Lee Isaac Chung’s moving family drama starring Steven Yeun, Yeri Han and Yuh-Jung Youn. Even though a Korean movie has now won best picture at the Oscars, no Korean or Korean American actor has ever so much as been nominated. Can the actors of “Minari” break through those long-held biases?</p>

<p>Things look more promising at the Independent Spirit Awards, where “Minari” scored three acting nominations and was recognized in the screenplay, director and best feature categories, too. At this ceremony, which will be held days before the Oscars in April, the feature and director categories are exclusively made up of nominated movies directed by women and people of color.</p>

<p>But is that a road map for the academy to follow as it enacts new diversity guidelines, or is it a reminder of the limits that have already plagued this industry for far too long? To be eligible for the Independent Spirit Awards, a movie must be made for less than $22.5 million. During awards season, directors from underrepresented groups are rarely working with much more.</p>

<p>Zhao, King and Fennell may still make this year’s Oscar lineup, but what will happen next year, when even more expensive movies like Steven Spielberg’s “West Side Story” reenter the fray? Those films had the luxury of waiting out the pandemic for a more advantageous theatrical release, and the best director category could easily tilt back toward the sort of auteur-driven spectacle that men dominate and nominate.</p>

<p>No matter what happens this awards season or the next, voters should remember that progress isn’t simply secured — it’s something you have to keep reaching for. Back in 2014, there were people of color in most of the acting categories, Alfonso Cuarón (“Gravity”) won the directing Oscar, and Steve McQueen’s “12 Years a Slave” took best picture.</p>

<p>The very next year kicked off #OscarsSoWhite.</p>


Three years ago, Natalie Portman presented the best director category at the Golden Globes with a sting in her voice. “Here are the all-male nominees,” she said.

Three years ago, Natalie Portman presented the best director category at the Golden Globes with a sting in her voice. “Here are the all-male nominees,” she said. This year, for the very first time, a majority of the directors in that category are women. It was announced last week that Chloé Zhao ('Nomadland'), Regina King ('One Night in Miami') and Emerald Fennell ('Promising Young Woman') will vie for the best director Globe alongside David Fincher ('Mank') and Aaron Sorkin ('The Trial of the Chicago 7'), and those same filmmakers may well hear their names again when the Oscar nominations are read March 15. In a category that has historically overlooked female directors, this feels like progress. After all, only five women have ever been nominated for the best director Oscar, and if Zhao, King and Fennell all make it in, that number would nearly double in a single year. But look a little closer, and there’s still a pernicious double standard at play: Fincher and Sorkin were given tens of millions to make their films, while the women had to make do with much less. 'Nomadland' cost under $5 million, 'One Night in Miami' was budgeted at $16.9 million and “Promising Young Woman” fell somewhere in between. None of the five women previously nominated for the best director Oscar have had it any better: Jane Campion (“The Piano”), Sofia Coppola (“Lost in Translation”) and Greta Gerwig (“Lady Bird”) made their movies for $10 million or less, and Kathryn Bigelow’s budget for “The Hurt Locker” — a scant $15 million — is the most that a female nominee in this category has ever been given. I don’t point this out to sound like a sad trombone in the Oscars’ orchestra pit, because when history is made during awards season, I believe it’s worth celebrating. This particular year could produce the most diverse lineup of Oscar nominees ever, as women and people of color are projected to make up the majority in several top races. But I know it will be tempting for Hollywood to give out those laurels and then rest on them. For example, in a year that is almost certain to see nominated actors like Riz Ahmed (“Sound of Metal”), Viola Davis and Chadwick Boseman (“Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom”), Daniel Kaluuya (“Judas and the Black Messiah”) and Leslie Odom, Jr. (“One Night in Miami”), academy members may crow that #OscarsSoWhite is a thing of the past. It isn’t that simple, and even this potentially landmark awards season still offers ample proof. Just look at the Golden Globes’ most prestigious category, best drama, where none of the year’s major Black-led films were nominated. Not “One Night in Miami,” not “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom,” not “Judas and the Black Messiah” and not “Da 5 Bloods.” Or look to BAFTA, considered the British equivalent of the Oscars, and the group’s “longlists” for each category, released last week. Spike Lee’s Vietnam-vet drama “Da 5 Bloods” landed on nine of those longlists — including best film, screenplay, and editing — but Lee was pointedly left out of the group of 20 filmmakers nominated for best director. (If BAFTA voters were trying to send a message to Lee, did they realize the rest of the world was BCC’d?) You could even look to last year, when “Parasite” made Oscar history as the first film not in the English language to win best picture but couldn’t earn a single nomination in the acting categories. Awkwafina and Zhao Shuzhen, hailing from a critics’ favorite, “The Farewell,” were similarly snubbed by the academy, and those exclusions led Vulture’s E. Alex Jung to write about “an old prejudice at work here that sees Asian people as technical workers.” That’s why Jung felt that filmmakers like Bong Joon Ho and Ang Lee could win Oscars while the actors from their films were wholly overlooked, and it’s why I wonder about the ultimate fate of the forthcoming “Minari,” Lee Isaac Chung’s moving family drama starring Steven Yeun, Yeri Han and Yuh-Jung Youn. Even though a Korean movie has now won best picture at the Oscars, no Korean or Korean American actor has ever so much as been nominated. Can the actors of “Minari” break through those long-held biases? Things look more promising at the Independent Spirit Awards, where “Minari” scored three acting nominations and was recognized in the screenplay, director and best feature categories, too. At this ceremony, which will be held days before the Oscars in April, the feature and director categories are exclusively made up of nominated movies directed by women and people of color. But is that a road map for the academy to follow as it enacts new diversity guidelines, or is it a reminder of the limits that have already plagued this industry for far too long? To be eligible for the Independent Spirit Awards, a movie must be made for less than $22.5 million. During awards season, directors from underrepresented groups are rarely working with much more. Zhao, King and Fennell may still make this year’s Oscar lineup, but what will happen next year, when even more expensive movies like Steven Spielberg’s “West Side Story” reenter the fray? Those films had the luxury of waiting out the pandemic for a more advantageous theatrical release, and the best director category could easily tilt back toward the sort of auteur-driven spectacle that men dominate and nominate. No matter what happens this awards season or the next, voters should remember that progress isn’t simply secured — it’s something you have to keep reaching for. Back in 2014, there were people of color in most of the acting categories, Alfonso Cuarón (“Gravity”) won the directing Oscar, and Steve McQueen’s “12 Years a Slave” took best picture. The very next year kicked off #OscarsSoWhite.

It could be the most diverse Oscars ever, but the problem isn’t solved

<p>With the Oscars 2021 ceremony just two months away, it’s time for The Academy’s second annual Global Movie Day with several A-listers who will share BTS information on their favorite classic films.</p>

<p>The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences revealed stars like <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/priyanka-chopra">Priyanka Chopra Jona</a>s, Anthony Mackie and Awkwafina will participate in this year's Global Movie Day. The list also includes Yalitza Aparicio, Eugenio Derbez, Jay Ellis, Ken Jeong, Sanaa Lathan, Eva Longoria, Marlee Matlin, Park So Dam, Rita Wilson and Cathy Yan as well as producers Jesse Collins, Stacey Sher and Steven Soderbergh.</p>

<p>The Academy will also offer exclusive archived content from Kathy Bates, Bong Joon Ho, Laura Dern, Cynthia Erivo, Rian Johnson and Taika Waititi that will be shared online throughout the day.</p>

<p>Global Movie Day was created by the Academy as a day for movie fans to celebrate their favorite films.</p>

<p>Speaking about the same, Academy CEO Dawn Hudson said, "Global Movie Day reminds us of what we appreciate about movies and what we miss about gathering to watch them. Today, we pay special tribute to movies and movie lovers around the world and look forward to the time when we can enjoy both together again.”</p>

<p>Meanwhile, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/oscars">Oscars</a> 2021 ceremony will take place on April 25 from multiple locations.&nbsp;</p>


With the Oscars 2021 ceremony just two months away, it’s time for The Academy’s second annual Global Movie Day with several A-listers who will share BTS information on their favorite classic films.

With the Oscars 2021 ceremony just two months away, it’s time for The Academy’s second annual Global Movie Day with several A-listers who will share BTS information on their favorite classic films. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences revealed stars like Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Anthony Mackie and Awkwafina will participate in this year's Global Movie Day. The list also includes Yalitza Aparicio, Eugenio Derbez, Jay Ellis, Ken Jeong, Sanaa Lathan, Eva Longoria, Marlee Matlin, Park So Dam, Rita Wilson and Cathy Yan as well as producers Jesse Collins, Stacey Sher and Steven Soderbergh. The Academy will also offer exclusive archived content from Kathy Bates, Bong Joon Ho, Laura Dern, Cynthia Erivo, Rian Johnson and Taika Waititi that will be shared online throughout the day. Global Movie Day was created by the Academy as a day for movie fans to celebrate their favorite films. Speaking about the same, Academy CEO Dawn Hudson said, "Global Movie Day reminds us of what we appreciate about movies and what we miss about gathering to watch them. Today, we pay special tribute to movies and movie lovers around the world and look forward to the time when we can enjoy both together again.” Meanwhile, Oscars 2021 ceremony will take place on April 25 from multiple locations.

Anthony Mackie, Priyanka Chopra & others to be a part of Academy’s annual Global Movie Day

<p>Actor Awkwafina has boarded the cast of Oscar winner Mahershala Ali's movie 'Swan Song'&nbsp;at Apple TV Plus.<br />
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To be written and directed by filmmaker Benjamin Cleary, the film will also feature Ali's 'Moonlight'&nbsp;co-star Naomie Harris.<br />
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Ali will star as Cameron in the genre-bending drama set in the near future, exploring how far someone will go to build a happier life for the people they love.<br />
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According to Variety, Harris will be playing Poppy, Cameron's wife and true soulmate.<br />
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Awkwafina, who won a Golden Globe for her role in 'The Farewell', will essay the role of Kate, the close friend and confidant of Ali's character.<br />
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Apple is producing the project with Anonymous Content and Concordia Studio.<br />
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Adam Shulman and Jacob Perlin will back the project on behalf of Anonymous Content, along with Ali.&nbsp;</p>


Actor Awkwafina has boarded the cast of Oscar winner Mahershala Ali's movie 'Swan Song' at Apple TV Plus. To be written and directed by filmmaker Benjamin Cleary, the film will also feature Ali's 'Moonlight' co-star Naomie Harris.

Actor Awkwafina has boarded the cast of Oscar winner Mahershala Ali's movie 'Swan Song' at Apple TV Plus. To be written and directed by filmmaker Benjamin Cleary, the film will also feature Ali's 'Moonlight' co-star Naomie Harris. Ali will star as Cameron in the genre-bending drama set in the near future, exploring how far someone will go to build a happier life for the people they love. According to Variety, Harris will be playing Poppy, Cameron's wife and true soulmate. Awkwafina, who won a Golden Globe for her role in 'The Farewell', will essay the role of Kate, the close friend and confidant of Ali's character. Apple is producing the project with Anonymous Content and Concordia Studio. Adam Shulman and Jacob Perlin will back the project on behalf of Anonymous Content, along with Ali.

Awkwafina joins Mahershala Ali-starrer 'Swan Song'

<p>As the Academy announced its final list of nominations for Oscars 2020 on Monday morning, many prominent names surprisingly did not make it to the list.&nbsp;<br />
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These names had featured in almost all the Oscar probable lists prior to the nomination announcement. Yet, when the final list was made public, these names did not feature anywhere.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oscars-2020-heres-the-full-list-of-nominees-274061">See the full Oscars 2020 nominations list here.</a><br />
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Names like &nbsp;Jennifer Lopez, Eddie Murphy and Robert De Niro were royally snubbed despite their performances being talking points in 2019. Here's a look at the royal snubs from this year's nomination list at the Oscars</p>

<p><strong>Jennifer Lopez</strong><br />
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Singer and actress Jennifer Lopez's performance in 'Hustlers' was widely discussed for its powerful storyline and performance. Based on the true story of a ring of women who drugged and swindled rich men at strip clubs, the film had Lopez delivering a fine performance and most had predicted that she would be nominated in Best Supporting Actress category instead Kathy Bates made a surprise entry in the list for her role in 'Richard Jewell'.&nbsp;<br />
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"The big surprise of the day has to be Jennifer Lopez not getting a best supporting actress nomination," said Variety chief film critic Owen Gleiberman. "There was just so much buzz about it, so much expectation. A lot of people thought she was going to win."<br />
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<strong>Eddie Murphy</strong><br />
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Murphy's portrayal in 'Dolemite is My Name,' was touted as a comeback of sorts for the comedian and actor and was hailed as his finest in recent times. The man was honoured with best actor nomination at the Golden Globes but did not impress the Academy. &nbsp;<br />
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<strong>Robert De Niro&nbsp;</strong><br />
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Two-time Oscar winner De Niro was nominated as a producer of 'The Irishman,' which will compete for best picture with 8 other films but acting in the gangster epic did not get a mention in the actor's list. De Niro also failed to land a Golden Globe or Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for the part. Meet&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/2020-oscars-nominations-best-actor-273985">best actor nominees here.</a><br />
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<strong>Adam Sandler</strong><br />
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Actor Adam Sandler won critical acclaim for his dramatic role in crime thriller 'Uncut Gems,' this past year but voters left him out of the Oscar nominations. Gleiberman called Sandler`s performance "extraordinary." "It`s an amazing movie, a truly great performance that shows that Adam Sandler really had a kind of greatness in him," Gleiberman said.<br />
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<strong>Awkwafina</strong><br />
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Perhaps the biggest shock came when Awkwafina was left out of the best actress nomination. The rapper-actress won a Golden Globe for playing a doting granddaughter in 'The Farewell,' but Academy strangely did not deem her fit for an acting nod.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>Frozen 2</strong><br />
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Walt Disney Co`s blockbuster sequel 'Frozen 2' may have brought in big bucks for the company but the film failed to secure a spot in the best-animated feature category, which included two lesser-known entries from Netflix Inc - 'Klaus' and 'I Lost My Body'.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>Great Gerwig&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>The Academy was severely criticised for one again failing to recognise female directors as it left out<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oscars-2020-saoirse-ronan-becomes-2nd-youngest-actress-to-get-four-nods-274171"> 'Little Women'</a> filmmaker Greta Gerwig. She was nominated for an adapted screenplay but not for best director. The film though received six nominations including best picture and a surprise nod for supporting actress Florence Pugh.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also see in pictures&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/oscars-2020-best-director-nominee-273978">Oscars best director nominees&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oscars-2020-parasite-makes-history-as-first-south-korean-film-to-get-best-picture-best-foreign-film-nods-274142">Also read: Oscars 2020: 'Parasite' makes history as first South Korean film to get Best Picture, Best Foreign Film nod</a></p>


As the Academy announced its final list of nominations for Oscars 2020 on Monday morning, many prominent names surprisingly did not make it to the list. These names had featured in almost all the Oscar probable lists prior to the nomination announcement.

As the Academy announced its final list of nominations for Oscars 2020 on Monday morning, many prominent names surprisingly did not make it to the list. These names had featured in almost all the Oscar probable lists prior to the nomination announcement. Yet, when the final list was made public, these names did not feature anywhere. See the full Oscars 2020 nominations list here. Names like Jennifer Lopez, Eddie Murphy and Robert De Niro were royally snubbed despite their performances being talking points in 2019. Here's a look at the royal snubs from this year's nomination list at the Oscars Jennifer Lopez Singer and actress Jennifer Lopez's performance in 'Hustlers' was widely discussed for its powerful storyline and performance. Based on the true story of a ring of women who drugged and swindled rich men at strip clubs, the film had Lopez delivering a fine performance and most had predicted that she would be nominated in Best Supporting Actress category instead Kathy Bates made a surprise entry in the list for her role in 'Richard Jewell'. "The big surprise of the day has to be Jennifer Lopez not getting a best supporting actress nomination," said Variety chief film critic Owen Gleiberman. "There was just so much buzz about it, so much expectation. A lot of people thought she was going to win." Eddie Murphy Murphy's portrayal in 'Dolemite is My Name,' was touted as a comeback of sorts for the comedian and actor and was hailed as his finest in recent times. The man was honoured with best actor nomination at the Golden Globes but did not impress the Academy. Robert De Niro Two-time Oscar winner De Niro was nominated as a producer of 'The Irishman,' which will compete for best picture with 8 other films but acting in the gangster epic did not get a mention in the actor's list. De Niro also failed to land a Golden Globe or Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for the part. Meet best actor nominees here. Adam Sandler Actor Adam Sandler won critical acclaim for his dramatic role in crime thriller 'Uncut Gems,' this past year but voters left him out of the Oscar nominations. Gleiberman called Sandler`s performance "extraordinary." "It`s an amazing movie, a truly great performance that shows that Adam Sandler really had a kind of greatness in him," Gleiberman said. Awkwafina Perhaps the biggest shock came when Awkwafina was left out of the best actress nomination. The rapper-actress won a Golden Globe for playing a doting granddaughter in 'The Farewell,' but Academy strangely did not deem her fit for an acting nod. Frozen 2 Walt Disney Co`s blockbuster sequel 'Frozen 2' may have brought in big bucks for the company but the film failed to secure a spot in the best-animated feature category, which included two lesser-known entries from Netflix Inc - 'Klaus' and 'I Lost My Body'. Great Gerwig The Academy was severely criticised for one again failing to recognise female directors as it left out 'Little Women' filmmaker Greta Gerwig. She was nominated for an adapted screenplay but not for best director. The film though received six nominations including best picture and a surprise nod for supporting actress Florence Pugh. Also see in pictures Oscars best director nominees Also read: Oscars 2020: 'Parasite' makes history as first South Korean film to get Best Picture, Best Foreign Film nod

2020 Oscars nominations: 7 snubs that took everyone by surprise

<p>Awkwafina is now in Australia and its being said that the star actress is likely to start filming on Marvel’s ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’. She posted on her Instagram story about landing in Australia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While not much has been revealed about the film’s plot, reports suggest that Awkwafina is in the country for Marvel film’s shoot. The Marvel film ‘Shang-Chi’ is helmed by Destin Daniel Cretton.</p>

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<p>‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ will star Simu Liu in a leading role while reportedly Awkwafina will play the role of Shang-Chi’s sister, Fah Lo Suee.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For the unversed, Shang-Chi is a skilled martial artist who was raised in an isolated compound located in China and trained by his father Fu Manchu. Her father was a Chinese crime lord and immortal sorcerer who repeatedly attempted to conquer the world. When Shang-Chi was finally allowed to venture into the outside world to do his father’s bidding, he learned about his father’s evil ways and faked his own death before embarking on a mission to take down Fu Manchu’s criminal empire.</p>

<p>The screen is penned by David Callaham.</p>

<p>Marvel’s film ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ will be released in theaters on February 12, 2021.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Awkwafina recently won <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/77th-golden-globe-awards-sam-mendes-quentin-tarantino-joaquin-phoenix-win-top-honours-272448">Best Actress Golden Globe </a>for her role in 'The Farewell'. She was snubbed by The Academy as she didn't get an&nbsp;Oscars 2020 nomination for the same role even though it was a widely appreciated role. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/2020-oscars-nominations-7-snubs-that-took-everyone-by-surprise-274263">Also read: 2020 Oscars nominations: 7 snubs that took everyone by surprise</a></p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oscars-2020-heres-the-full-list-of-nominees-274061">Oscars 2020: Here's the full list of nominees</a></p>


Awkwafina is now in Australia and its being said that the star actress is likely to start filming on Marvel’s ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’. She posted on her Instagram story about landing in Australia.

Awkwafina is now in Australia and its being said that the star actress is likely to start filming on Marvel’s ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’. She posted on her Instagram story about landing in Australia. While not much has been revealed about the film’s plot, reports suggest that Awkwafina is in the country for Marvel film’s shoot. The Marvel film ‘Shang-Chi’ is helmed by Destin Daniel Cretton. Awkwafina has arrived in Australia, likely to begin filming #ShangChi! pic.twitter.com/Amml3PNCGI — Cooper Hood (@MovieCooper) January 22, 2020 × ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ will star Simu Liu in a leading role while reportedly Awkwafina will play the role of Shang-Chi’s sister, Fah Lo Suee. For the unversed, Shang-Chi is a skilled martial artist who was raised in an isolated compound located in China and trained by his father Fu Manchu. Her father was a Chinese crime lord and immortal sorcerer who repeatedly attempted to conquer the world. When Shang-Chi was finally allowed to venture into the outside world to do his father’s bidding, he learned about his father’s evil ways and faked his own death before embarking on a mission to take down Fu Manchu’s criminal empire. The screen is penned by David Callaham. Marvel’s film ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ will be released in theaters on February 12, 2021. Meanwhile, Awkwafina recently won Best Actress Golden Globe for her role in 'The Farewell'. She was snubbed by The Academy as she didn't get an Oscars 2020 nomination for the same role even though it was a widely appreciated role. Also read: 2020 Oscars nominations: 7 snubs that took everyone by surprise Oscars 2020: Here's the full list of nominees

Is Awkwafina in Australia to start filming for Marvel’s ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’?

Critics' Choice Awards 2020: Billy Porter, Jennifer Lopez, Zendaya dazzle on the red carpet

<p>Hollywood hits the red carpet Sunday for the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/2020-golden-globes-the-complete-nominations-list-267269">Golden Globes 2020, </a>the first major awards show of the year, which honours the best in film and television.<br />
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Millions of viewers are expected to tune in, but what should you be watching for?<br />
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Here is our quick guide to the event, which will take place in Beverly Hills, California.<br />
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<strong>- Another record for Scorsese? -</strong><br />
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There are few cinematic worlds left for Hollywood veteran Martin Scorsese to conquer, but the Globes could offer a new record.<br />
If he takes home a fourth-best director prize for his gangster epic 'The Irishman,' Scorsese will tie the record for most wins.<br />
Legendary late director Elia Kazan currently sits alone at four, most recently for 'America America' in 1964. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/golden-globes-2020-best-actor-nominations-271661">Meet the Best Actor nominees.&nbsp;</a><br />
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Scorsese has previously won for 'Gangs of New York' (in 2003), 'The Departed' (2007) and 'Hugo' (2012) -- and missed out on a further five nominations in the category.<br />
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<strong>- After #TimesUp, women still overlooked -</strong><br />
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Natalie Portman drew praise -- and the organizers' ire -- for introducing the best director category in 2018 with the words: "Here are the all-male nominees."<br />
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Barbra Streisand remains the only woman to win the award, for 'Yentl' in 1984. She, too, spoke out at the 2018 ceremony, telling the audience: "Folks, time's up," name-checking the anti-harassment initiative.<br />
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But once again this year, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association has selected only male contenders for the prize, ignoring the likes of "Little Women" helmer Greta Gerwig.<br />
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Will anyone address the elephant in the room?<br />
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<strong>- Awkwafina eyes Globes history -</strong><br />
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There are no sure things at the unpredictable Globes, but Awkwafina is as likely as anyone to take home a gong. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/golden-globes-2020-best-actress-nominations-musical-and-comedy-271925">Check out the other actresses nominated in this category.&nbsp;</a><br />
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She is the hot favorite to win the prize for best actress in a comedy for 'The Farewell.'<br />
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Dubbed as a "tale based on an actual lie," it portrays a global family reuniting in China to say goodbye to their beloved&nbsp;matriarch, who does not know she is dying.&nbsp;<br />
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If victorious, the rapper-turned-actress would become the first winner of Asian descent in the category's history.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>- Streaming wars invade Globes? -</strong><br />
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The Globes' television categories are frequently overlooked, coming just months after the small screen's biggest night, the Emmys.<br />
This year promises to be different, as Apple entered the "streaming wars" with its new platform in November.<br />
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Flagship launch program 'The Morning Show,' about a newsroom hit by a #MeToo scandal, was not eligible at the Emmys but garnered Globes nods for stars Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon, as well as for best drama.<br />
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But Netflix has since wheeled out its perennial big-hitter 'The Crown,' with the royal drama's third season boasting a new, heavyweight cast including Olivia Colman and Helena Bonham-Carter.<br />
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And while 'Game of Thrones' again dominated the Emmys for its final run, it has been left out in the Globes cold, with only one nomination for Kit Harington as lead actor.<br />
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<strong>- Ricky Gervais returns -</strong><br />
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Controversial British comedian <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/wicked-ricky-gervais-takes-on-golden-globes-in-trump-metoo-era-271953">Ricky Gervais returns as host</a>-- which means that once again, no A-lister will be safe from his irreverent jokes.<br />
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What's more, Gervais has promised his record fifth stint will be his "very last," meaning there will be truly no reason to hold back.<br />
Since his last appearance in 2016, Hollywood has gone through radical upheaval with the #MeToo movement and the fall of Harvey Weinstein, meaning Gervais will not be short of potential targets.&nbsp;Who will be caught in his firing line this time around?</p>


Hollywood hits the red carpet Sunday for the Golden Globes 2020, the first major awards show of the year, which honours the best in film and television. Millions of viewers are expected to tune in, but what should you be watching for?

Hollywood hits the red carpet Sunday for the Golden Globes 2020, the first major awards show of the year, which honours the best in film and television. Millions of viewers are expected to tune in, but what should you be watching for? Here is our quick guide to the event, which will take place in Beverly Hills, California. - Another record for Scorsese? - There are few cinematic worlds left for Hollywood veteran Martin Scorsese to conquer, but the Globes could offer a new record. If he takes home a fourth-best director prize for his gangster epic 'The Irishman,' Scorsese will tie the record for most wins. Legendary late director Elia Kazan currently sits alone at four, most recently for 'America America' in 1964. Meet the Best Actor nominees. Scorsese has previously won for 'Gangs of New York' (in 2003), 'The Departed' (2007) and 'Hugo' (2012) -- and missed out on a further five nominations in the category. - After #TimesUp, women still overlooked - Natalie Portman drew praise -- and the organizers' ire -- for introducing the best director category in 2018 with the words: "Here are the all-male nominees." Barbra Streisand remains the only woman to win the award, for 'Yentl' in 1984. She, too, spoke out at the 2018 ceremony, telling the audience: "Folks, time's up," name-checking the anti-harassment initiative. But once again this year, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association has selected only male contenders for the prize, ignoring the likes of "Little Women" helmer Greta Gerwig. Will anyone address the elephant in the room? - Awkwafina eyes Globes history - There are no sure things at the unpredictable Globes, but Awkwafina is as likely as anyone to take home a gong. Check out the other actresses nominated in this category. She is the hot favorite to win the prize for best actress in a comedy for 'The Farewell.' Dubbed as a "tale based on an actual lie," it portrays a global family reuniting in China to say goodbye to their beloved matriarch, who does not know she is dying. If victorious, the rapper-turned-actress would become the first winner of Asian descent in the category's history. - Streaming wars invade Globes? - The Globes' television categories are frequently overlooked, coming just months after the small screen's biggest night, the Emmys. This year promises to be different, as Apple entered the "streaming wars" with its new platform in November. Flagship launch program 'The Morning Show,' about a newsroom hit by a #MeToo scandal, was not eligible at the Emmys but garnered Globes nods for stars Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon, as well as for best drama. But Netflix has since wheeled out its perennial big-hitter 'The Crown,' with the royal drama's third season boasting a new, heavyweight cast including Olivia Colman and Helena Bonham-Carter. And while 'Game of Thrones' again dominated the Emmys for its final run, it has been left out in the Globes cold, with only one nomination for Kit Harington as lead actor. - Ricky Gervais returns - Controversial British comedian Ricky Gervais returns as host-- which means that once again, no A-lister will be safe from his irreverent jokes. What's more, Gervais has promised his record fifth stint will be his "very last," meaning there will be truly no reason to hold back. Since his last appearance in 2016, Hollywood has gone through radical upheaval with the #MeToo movement and the fall of Harvey Weinstein, meaning Gervais will not be short of potential targets. Who will be caught in his firing line this time around?

Golden Globes 2020: Five things to watch out for at this year's award ceremony

<p>The Golden Globes 2020 is just around the corner. Camps have been made and bets have been placed on one's favourite. But is it that easy to predict the awards which are known for honouring the best of the best in movies each year? Pundits state that there are patterns to observe when one makes predictions. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/golden-globes-2020-leonardo-dicaprio-jennifer-aniston-brad-pitt-join-the-list-of-presenters-see-full-list-272063">See the full list of presenters at this year's Golden Globes.&nbsp;</a><br />
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Here are our predictions for who will win big in the Musical / <strong>Comedy category at Golden Globes 2020</strong>.</p>

<h2>Best Motion Picture Musical/Comedy</h2>

<p>Quentin Tarantino's '<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/once-upon-a-time-in-hollywood-review-leonardo-di-caprio-brad-pitt-are-a-treat-to-watch-243172">Once Upon A Time In Hollywood' </a>Is an easy frontrunner to clinch the Best Motion Picture In The Musical / Comedy Category. &nbsp;Why you may ask? Well, do remember that this isn’t just any Tarantino movie-it’s his love letter to Los Angeles. The master storyteller sets his new film on three specific days in 1969, a tribute to the final moments of Hollywood's golden age. Both the HFPA and the Academy, love a film about movie-making, so this star-studded offering is likely to win them over.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Another strong contender this year 'Rocketman'- a biopic on the living musical legend - Elton John. Taika Waititi's satirical drama 'Jojo Rabbit' is a huge hit with the critics and might just be the surprise winner of the night. &nbsp;Rian johnson's 'Knives Out' and Craig Brewer's 'Dolemite is My Name' are the other two movies in contention.</p>

<h2>Best Actress in a Motion Picture - Musical / Comedy</h2>

<p>Awkwafina is the overwhelming favourite in the <strong>best comedy/musical actress</strong> category for 'The Farewell'. If the rapper-turned-actress wins, she will become the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/golden-globes-2020-best-actress-nominations-musical-and-comedy-271925">first Asian-descent winner in the category.&nbsp;</a></p>

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<p>Cate Blanchett is another actress who has earned rave reviews for her performance in &nbsp;'Where'd you go, Bernadette'. You can expect her to give stiff competition to Awkwafina. However, the dark horse could well be Beanie Feldstein, for her terrific performance in the high-school drama 'Booksmart'. Ana de Armas for 'Knives out' and 'Emma Thompson' for 'Late Night' are also vying for the trophy. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/globe-globes-2020-from-amal-clooney-overshadowing-husband-to-jodie-fosters-coming-out-speech-the-most-iconic-moments-from-the-awards-gala-271850">Also see: The most iconic moments from Golden Globes over the years</a>&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Best Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical / Comedy</h2>

<p>In <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/golden-globes-2020-best-actor-nominations-271661">this category,</a> there is a toss between two great actors! Eddie Murphy for 'Dolemite Is My Name' and Leonardo DiCaprio for 'Once Upon A Time... In Hollywood'.&nbsp;<br />
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Now, Eddie Murphy has undoubtedly delivered one of the best performances of his career as Rudy Ray Moore, a character on a quest to become a world-famous comedy star. And with the movie being a comeback of sorts for Murphy, a larger number of voters are expected to go with him.&nbsp;<br />
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However, DiCaprio's performance as TV star Rick Dalton has hit all the right notes with viewers as well as critics, and isn't easy to snub. &nbsp;Taron Egerton could also be the surprise winner- his portrayal of Elton John has also been widely-loved. The other nominees are Daniel Craig for 'Knives Out' and Roman Griffin Davis for 'Jojo Rabbit'.</p>


The Golden Globes 2020 is just around the corner. Camps have been made and bets have been placed on one's favourite. But is it that easy to predict the awards which are known for honouring the best of the best in movies each year?

The Golden Globes 2020 is just around the corner. Camps have been made and bets have been placed on one's favourite. But is it that easy to predict the awards which are known for honouring the best of the best in movies each year? Pundits state that there are patterns to observe when one makes predictions. See the full list of presenters at this year's Golden Globes. Here are our predictions for who will win big in the Musical / Comedy category at Golden Globes 2020. Best Motion Picture Musical/Comedy Quentin Tarantino's 'Once Upon A Time In Hollywood' Is an easy frontrunner to clinch the Best Motion Picture In The Musical / Comedy Category. Why you may ask? Well, do remember that this isn’t just any Tarantino movie-it’s his love letter to Los Angeles. The master storyteller sets his new film on three specific days in 1969, a tribute to the final moments of Hollywood's golden age. Both the HFPA and the Academy, love a film about movie-making, so this star-studded offering is likely to win them over. Another strong contender this year 'Rocketman'- a biopic on the living musical legend - Elton John. Taika Waititi's satirical drama 'Jojo Rabbit' is a huge hit with the critics and might just be the surprise winner of the night. Rian johnson's 'Knives Out' and Craig Brewer's 'Dolemite is My Name' are the other two movies in contention. Best Actress in a Motion Picture - Musical / Comedy Awkwafina is the overwhelming favourite in the best comedy/musical actress category for 'The Farewell'. If the rapper-turned-actress wins, she will become the first Asian-descent winner in the category. Cate Blanchett is another actress who has earned rave reviews for her performance in 'Where'd you go, Bernadette'. You can expect her to give stiff competition to Awkwafina. However, the dark horse could well be Beanie Feldstein, for her terrific performance in the high-school drama 'Booksmart'. Ana de Armas for 'Knives out' and 'Emma Thompson' for 'Late Night' are also vying for the trophy. Also see: The most iconic moments from Golden Globes over the years Best Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical / Comedy In this category, there is a toss between two great actors! Eddie Murphy for 'Dolemite Is My Name' and Leonardo DiCaprio for 'Once Upon A Time... In Hollywood'. Now, Eddie Murphy has undoubtedly delivered one of the best performances of his career as Rudy Ray Moore, a character on a quest to become a world-famous comedy star. And with the movie being a comeback of sorts for Murphy, a larger number of voters are expected to go with him. However, DiCaprio's performance as TV star Rick Dalton has hit all the right notes with viewers as well as critics, and isn't easy to snub. Taron Egerton could also be the surprise winner- his portrayal of Elton John has also been widely-loved. The other nominees are Daniel Craig for 'Knives Out' and Roman Griffin Davis for 'Jojo Rabbit'.

Golden Globes 2020 predictions: Will Eddie Murphy win Best Actor over Leonardo DiCaprio?

Jennifer Aniston, Mariah Carey, Brie Larson, Awkwafina and Chaka Khan are being celebrated for their charitable endeavors and contributions to the entertainment industry at a women's event in Beverly Hills.

Jennifer Aniston, Mariah Carey honored at women's event

<p>Disney’s live-action remake of its classic ‘The Little Mermaid’ might get Jacob Tremblay and Awkwafina. The project will be directed by Rob Marshall.</p>

<p>As of now, Melissa McCarthy is already in talks to play the villain in the story, the sea witch Ursula.</p>

<p>The animated movie will retell the story of Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale of a mermaid named Ariel who wishes to be a human after she falls in love with a prince. Ariel makes a deal with Ursula, who grants her wish but takes her voice.</p>

<p>If Jacob Tremblay and Awkwafina are signed up for the film, he will voice Flounder, Ariel’s best friend, who is a fish. Jason Marin voiced him in 1989 original, and the character had singing duties in the Broadway adaptation.</p>

<p>Awkwafina would play Scuttle, the seagull friend of the red-headed princess.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Original composer Alan Menken has teamed up with Lin-Manuel Miranda, with Menken composing and co-writing new lyrics with Miranda.</p>

<p>Marc Platt, who worked with Marshall on Mary Poppin Returns and executive produced Guy Ritchie’s live-action Aladdin remake, is producing.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Marshall and John DeLuca are also producing Little Mermaid, as is Miranda.</p>


Disney’s live-action remake of its classic ‘The Little Mermaid’ might get Jacob Tremblay and Awkwafina. The project will be directed by Rob Marshall. As of now, Melissa McCarthy is already in talks to play the villain in the story, the sea witch Ursula.

Disney’s live-action remake of its classic ‘The Little Mermaid’ might get Jacob Tremblay and Awkwafina. The project will be directed by Rob Marshall. As of now, Melissa McCarthy is already in talks to play the villain in the story, the sea witch Ursula. The animated movie will retell the story of Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale of a mermaid named Ariel who wishes to be a human after she falls in love with a prince. Ariel makes a deal with Ursula, who grants her wish but takes her voice. If Jacob Tremblay and Awkwafina are signed up for the film, he will voice Flounder, Ariel’s best friend, who is a fish. Jason Marin voiced him in 1989 original, and the character had singing duties in the Broadway adaptation. Awkwafina would play Scuttle, the seagull friend of the red-headed princess. Original composer Alan Menken has teamed up with Lin-Manuel Miranda, with Menken composing and co-writing new lyrics with Miranda. Marc Platt, who worked with Marshall on Mary Poppin Returns and executive produced Guy Ritchie’s live-action Aladdin remake, is producing. Marshall and John DeLuca are also producing Little Mermaid, as is Miranda.

Awkwafina, Jacob Tremblay in talks for Disney's live-action 'Little Mermaid'

<p>Actors Jennifer Lopez, Tina Fey and Daniel Craig have been named as presenters for the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oscars-2019-complete-list-of-nominees-192050">91st Oscars.</a></p>

<p>They will be joined by Awkwafina, Chris Evans, Whoopi Goldberg, Brie Larson, Amy Poehler, Maya Rudolph, Amandla Stenberg, Charlize Theron, Tessa Thompson and Constance Wu, wrote The Hollywood Reporter.</p>

<p>Speaking about it, producer Donna Gigliotti said, "The Oscar nominees have generated tremendous worldwide attention through their captivating stories, achievements and performances.”</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/photos/oscars-2019-meet-the-nominees-192058#black-panther-192024"><em>In Pictures:&nbsp;Black Panther, Roma, The Favourite are the Oscar nominees of 2019</em></a></p>

<p>Co-producer and director Glenn Weiss also issued a statement. “We want to give the public an opportunity to once again experience the moments that have moved us all. It is a celebration of our universal love of movies.”</p>

<p>It was previously announced that the ceremony will feature musical performances of the five original song nominees.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/photos/oscars-2019-directors-who-made-it-to-the-nomination-list-and-their-films-you-cant-miss-out-on-192765"><em>Oscars 2019: Directors who made it to the nominations and their past work</em></a></p>

<p>Jennifer Hudson will perform 'I`ll Fight' from the documentary RBG, while a "surprise special guest" will perform the Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman-written 'The Place Where Lost Things Go' from 'Mary Poppins Returns'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Gillian Welch and David Rawlings are set to perform 'When a Cowboy Trades His Spurs for Wings' from 'The Ballad of Buster Scruggs', Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga will sing 'Shallow' from 'A Star Is Born' and Kendrick Lamar and SZA will perform 'All the Stars' from 'Black Panther'.</p>

<p>The 91st Oscars will take place on February 24.&nbsp;</p>


Actors Jennifer Lopez, Tina Fey and Daniel Craig have been named as presenters for the 91st Oscars. They will be joined by Awkwafina, Chris Evans, Whoopi Goldberg, Brie Larson, Amy Poehler, Maya Rudolph, Amandla Stenberg, Charlize Theron, Tessa Thompson and Constance Wu, wrote The Hollywood Reporter.

Actors Jennifer Lopez, Tina Fey and Daniel Craig have been named as presenters for the 91st Oscars. They will be joined by Awkwafina, Chris Evans, Whoopi Goldberg, Brie Larson, Amy Poehler, Maya Rudolph, Amandla Stenberg, Charlize Theron, Tessa Thompson and Constance Wu, wrote The Hollywood Reporter. Speaking about it, producer Donna Gigliotti said, "The Oscar nominees have generated tremendous worldwide attention through their captivating stories, achievements and performances.” In Pictures: Black Panther, Roma, The Favourite are the Oscar nominees of 2019 Co-producer and director Glenn Weiss also issued a statement. “We want to give the public an opportunity to once again experience the moments that have moved us all. It is a celebration of our universal love of movies.” It was previously announced that the ceremony will feature musical performances of the five original song nominees. Oscars 2019: Directors who made it to the nominations and their past work Jennifer Hudson will perform 'I`ll Fight' from the documentary RBG, while a "surprise special guest" will perform the Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman-written 'The Place Where Lost Things Go' from 'Mary Poppins Returns'. Gillian Welch and David Rawlings are set to perform 'When a Cowboy Trades His Spurs for Wings' from 'The Ballad of Buster Scruggs', Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga will sing 'Shallow' from 'A Star Is Born' and Kendrick Lamar and SZA will perform 'All the Stars' from 'Black Panther'. The 91st Oscars will take place on February 24.

Jennifer Lopez, Daniel Craig and others among first round of 2019 Oscars presenters

<p>Barely over ten days left for its worldwide release, Warner Bros.’ latest offering “Ocean’s 8” is out with a new trailer and we tell you we are very excited about the film. What looks like a slick heist film with top Hollywood actors coming together to execute it, the film’s new trailer adds more stories to each character in the film.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At a time when Harvey Weinstein scandal has brought Hollywood to a standstill and started a debate around women participation and role in the entertainment industry, an all-female lead film "Ocean’s 8"&nbsp;has high hopes. In the film, Sandra Bullock stars as Debbie Ocean, a recently released convicted felon who has put together a team to steal an expensive piece of jewellery from celebrity Daphne Kluger, played by Anne Hathway during the high glamour celebrity fashion event, The Met Gala. To put things in perspective, Met Gala is one of the most-watched events of the world and obviously boasts of the most sophisticated security.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The film stars Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Mindy Kaling, Sarah Paulson, Awkwafina, Rihanna and Helena Bonham Carter as lead cast with Damian Lewis, Richard Armitage, and James Corden. It is said that Dakota Fanning will appear in an undisclosed role, and Matt Damon and Carl Reiner will reprise their roles as Linus Caldwell and Saul Bloom, respectively.</p>

<p>"Ocean’s 8"&nbsp;is scheduled to release on June 8. It is directed by Gary Ross, with George Clooney and Steven Soderbergh as the producers.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>Watch the Ocean 8's final trailer here:&nbsp;</em></p>

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The film starring Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Mindy Kaling, Sarah Paulson, Awkwafina, Rihanna and Helena Bonham Carter is scheduled to release on June 8

Barely over ten days left for its worldwide release, Warner Bros.’ latest offering “Ocean’s 8” is out with a new trailer and we tell you we are very excited about the film. What looks like a slick heist film with top Hollywood actors coming together to execute it, the film’s new trailer adds more stories to each character in the film. At a time when Harvey Weinstein scandal has brought Hollywood to a standstill and started a debate around women participation and role in the entertainment industry, an all-female lead film "Ocean’s 8" has high hopes. In the film, Sandra Bullock stars as Debbie Ocean, a recently released convicted felon who has put together a team to steal an expensive piece of jewellery from celebrity Daphne Kluger, played by Anne Hathway during the high glamour celebrity fashion event, The Met Gala. To put things in perspective, Met Gala is one of the most-watched events of the world and obviously boasts of the most sophisticated security. The film stars Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Mindy Kaling, Sarah Paulson, Awkwafina, Rihanna and Helena Bonham Carter as lead cast with Damian Lewis, Richard Armitage, and James Corden. It is said that Dakota Fanning will appear in an undisclosed role, and Matt Damon and Carl Reiner will reprise their roles as Linus Caldwell and Saul Bloom, respectively. "Ocean’s 8" is scheduled to release on June 8. It is directed by Gary Ross, with George Clooney and Steven Soderbergh as the producers. Watch the Ocean 8's final trailer here:

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