<p>Actress Cate Blanchett said on Wednesday (February 26) that Harvey Weinstein's conviction for sexual assault and rape was a "profound relief" that "honoured and respected" the women that had come forward.</p>

<p>Speaking at the Berlin Film Fest shortly before the launch of her new drama series 'Stateless', Blanchett added: "I think it's the end of the first chapter in a way, no one's interested in retribution, just in justice and change."</p>

<p>Blanchett said the entertainment industry was changing and had already resulted in more collaboration among women in the film industry, and in "more diverse writers' rooms and more women on set".</p>

<p>Her new series 'Stateless'&nbsp;is certainly making an example of diversity, something Blanchett said she discussed a lot with her friend Elise McCredie, scriptwriter of the show.</p>

<p>'Stateless'&nbsp;which recently sold to the streaming service Netflix, follows the intertwined lives of several characters caught up in Australia's immigration system.</p>

<p>For both Blanchett and McCredie shared human experience was at the centre of the project.</p>

<p>"At some level, do we all want the same things and if we can, we can feel that and accept that, then we maybe, we can understand more people that we had previously seen as other and different to us," said McCredie.</p>

<p>The show's cast were met with cheering fans on the red carpet of the 70th Berlin Film Fest in Germany.</p>

<p>The six-part series, executively produced by Blanchett, also stars Dominic West, Yvonne Stahovski and Jai Courtney.</p>


Actress Cate Blanchett said on Wednesday (February 26) that Harvey Weinstein's conviction for sexual assault and rape was a "profound relief" that "honoured and respected" the women that had come forward.

Actress Cate Blanchett said on Wednesday (February 26) that Harvey Weinstein's conviction for sexual assault and rape was a "profound relief" that "honoured and respected" the women that had come forward. Speaking at the Berlin Film Fest shortly before the launch of her new drama series 'Stateless', Blanchett added: "I think it's the end of the first chapter in a way, no one's interested in retribution, just in justice and change." Blanchett said the entertainment industry was changing and had already resulted in more collaboration among women in the film industry, and in "more diverse writers' rooms and more women on set". Her new series 'Stateless' is certainly making an example of diversity, something Blanchett said she discussed a lot with her friend Elise McCredie, scriptwriter of the show. 'Stateless' which recently sold to the streaming service Netflix, follows the intertwined lives of several characters caught up in Australia's immigration system. For both Blanchett and McCredie shared human experience was at the centre of the project. "At some level, do we all want the same things and if we can, we can feel that and accept that, then we maybe, we can understand more people that we had previously seen as other and different to us," said McCredie. The show's cast were met with cheering fans on the red carpet of the 70th Berlin Film Fest in Germany. The six-part series, executively produced by Blanchett, also stars Dominic West, Yvonne Stahovski and Jai Courtney.

Cate Blanchett at Berlinale: Weinstein verdict was the end to a first chapter

<p>Actress Anne Hathaway has dismissed rumors of catfights on the set of her new film `Ocean`s 8`, insisting she became good friends with all of her co-stars.</p>

<p>Hathaway stars alongside Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Rihanna, Sarah Paulson, Mindy Kaling, and Helena Bonham Carter in the `Ocean`s` franchise spin-off.</p>

<p>She was caught up in feud reports with Blanchett in 2016.</p>

<p>However, she said the duo had nothing but a good time on set.</p>

<p>"It`s been really amazing to watch the way certain members of the media have wanted us to fight each other and the way they wanted there to be competition and catfights, but we were all collaborating - all the time," Hathaway said on one of the&nbsp;shows on Thursday.</p>

<p>"Now, we`re friends. We genuinely love each other and we`re so there for each other. It`s a beautiful thing. And I think that`s what female friendship is. That`s what it has been in my life, and I don`t know why I thought it couldn`t be that at work I guess, because I was fed this myth. But we all have had an experience that disproved it," she added.&nbsp;</p>


Anne Hathaway was caught up in feud reports with Blanchett in 2016.

Actress Anne Hathaway has dismissed rumors of catfights on the set of her new film `Ocean`s 8`, insisting she became good friends with all of her co-stars. Hathaway stars alongside Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Rihanna, Sarah Paulson, Mindy Kaling, and Helena Bonham Carter in the `Ocean`s` franchise spin-off. She was caught up in feud reports with Blanchett in 2016. However, she said the duo had nothing but a good time on set. "It`s been really amazing to watch the way certain members of the media have wanted us to fight each other and the way they wanted there to be competition and catfights, but we were all collaborating - all the time," Hathaway said on one of the shows on Thursday. "Now, we`re friends. We genuinely love each other and we`re so there for each other. It`s a beautiful thing. And I think that`s what female friendship is. That`s what it has been in my life, and I don`t know why I thought it couldn`t be that at work I guess, because I was fed this myth. But we all have had an experience that disproved it," she added.

No catfights on 'Ocean's 8' set: Anne Hathaway

<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:

Watch: Ocean's 8 final trailer introduces eight major characters

<p>It's that time of the year when cinema from across the world gets celebrated in one of the most talked about film festivals. On Tuesday, the 71st Cannes International Film Festival rose its curtain on Tuesday with a gathering of movie industry professionals and cinema stars headed from all over the world to the French Riviera.<br />
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US director Martin Scorsese and Australian Oscar winner and producer Cate Blanchett, the jury`s president, declared open the 71st Cannes Film Festival.</p>

<p>The annual fair started with the screening of in competition film "Everybody knows" of Iranian director Asghar Farhadi, with Spanish star Peneleope as main actress, Xinhua reported.</p>

<p>On the Asian films In Competition, the jury member, Chinese actor Zhang Zhen said he has a completely open mind.</p>

<p>"I am going to watch all of the films from the different countries and regions of Asia and try to explain our values to the other members of the Jury," he said.</p>

<p>This year, China`s cinema is represented in the official competition by "Ash is purest white" of Jia Zhangke who was a member of the Official Selection Jury at the 67th Cannes Film Festival in May 2014.</p>

<p>"Ash is purest white" tells the story of a young and pretty dancer, Qiao, in Datong in 2001, who is in love with Bin, a local gangster. Qiao will take Bin`s defense during a clash between gangs, and is sentenced to 5 years in prison. Upon leaving, Qiao goes in search of Bin to start all over again.</p>

<p>Altogether 21 films are competing for the top prize of Cannes International Film Festival which runs from May 8 to 19.</p>


21 films are vying for the top prize in the competition section.

It's that time of the year when cinema from across the world gets celebrated in one of the most talked about film festivals. On Tuesday, the 71st Cannes International Film Festival rose its curtain on Tuesday with a gathering of movie industry professionals and cinema stars headed from all over the world to the French Riviera. US director Martin Scorsese and Australian Oscar winner and producer Cate Blanchett, the jury`s president, declared open the 71st Cannes Film Festival. The annual fair started with the screening of in competition film "Everybody knows" of Iranian director Asghar Farhadi, with Spanish star Peneleope as main actress, Xinhua reported. On the Asian films In Competition, the jury member, Chinese actor Zhang Zhen said he has a completely open mind. "I am going to watch all of the films from the different countries and regions of Asia and try to explain our values to the other members of the Jury," he said. This year, China`s cinema is represented in the official competition by "Ash is purest white" of Jia Zhangke who was a member of the Official Selection Jury at the 67th Cannes Film Festival in May 2014. "Ash is purest white" tells the story of a young and pretty dancer, Qiao, in Datong in 2001, who is in love with Bin, a local gangster. Qiao will take Bin`s defense during a clash between gangs, and is sentenced to 5 years in prison. Upon leaving, Qiao goes in search of Bin to start all over again. Altogether 21 films are competing for the top prize of Cannes International Film Festival which runs from May 8 to 19.

Cannes 2018: Film festival opens with Asghar Farhadi's film

<p>The king of romance is in Switzerland. Shah Rukh Khan will be receiving the prestigious Crystal award on the first day at the World Economic Forum summit Davos.&nbsp;Musician Elton John and Hollywood actress Cate Blanchett will also receive the award along with Khan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a series of tweets, Khan expressed his excitement at being in Davos for the event and stated that he felt honoured to be sharing the stage with John and Blanchett. Calling it his &#39;fan moment&#39;, the actor tweeted,&quot;Honoured to receive the <s>@</s><b>wef</b>&rsquo;s 24th Crystal Award, together with <s>@</s><b>eltonofficial</b> and Cate Blanchett. My fan moment!!(sic)&quot;&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Honoured to receive the <a href="https://twitter.com/wef?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wef</a>&rsquo;s 24th Crystal Award, together with <a href="https://twitter.com/eltonofficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@eltonofficial</a> and Cate Blanchett. My fan moment!!<br />
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Watch the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/crystalawards?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#crystalawards</a> via <a href="https://t.co/rILPgHRgtL">https://t.co/rILPgHRgtL</a> at the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/wef18?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#wef18</a> meeting in Davos.</p>
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<p>The actor struck his signature pose for a photo in Swiss ski resort. The actor captioned the photo as, &quot;Switzerland main aake yeh na kiya toh kya kiya...?! Loving being at the Davos, now to get ready for the Crystal Award Ceremony. <s>#</s>DavosDiaries(sic)<b>.&quot;</b></p>

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<p>The Annual Crystal Awards ceremony, which opens the World Economic Forum summit in the Swiss ski resort, celebrates the achievements of outstanding artists who have shown exemplary commitment to improving the state of the world.</p>

<p>SRK received the award for &quot;his leadership in championing children&#39;s and women&#39;s rights in India,&quot; the World Economic Forum (WEF) said.<br />
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The past awardees from India include Amitabh Bachchan, Mallika Sarabhai, A R Rahman, Shabana Azmi, Ravi Shankar and Amjad Ali Khan.&nbsp;</p>


The actor will be honoured for his philanthropic work.

The king of romance is in Switzerland. Shah Rukh Khan will be receiving the prestigious Crystal award on the first day at the World Economic Forum summit Davos. Musician Elton John and Hollywood actress Cate Blanchett will also receive the award along with Khan. In a series of tweets, Khan expressed his excitement at being in Davos for the event and stated that he felt honoured to be sharing the stage with John and Blanchett. Calling it his 'fan moment', the actor tweeted,"Honoured to receive the @wef’s 24th Crystal Award, together with @eltonofficial and Cate Blanchett. My fan moment!!(sic)" Honoured to receive the @wef’s 24th Crystal Award, together with @eltonofficial and Cate Blanchett. My fan moment!! Watch the #crystalawards via https://t.co/rILPgHRgtL at the #wef18 meeting in Davos. — Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) January 22, 2018 × The actor struck his signature pose for a photo in Swiss ski resort. The actor captioned the photo as, "Switzerland main aake yeh na kiya toh kya kiya...?! Loving being at the Davos, now to get ready for the Crystal Award Ceremony. #DavosDiaries(sic)." Switzerland main aake yeh na kiya toh kya kiya...?! Loving being at the Davos, now to get ready for the Crystal Award Ceremony. #DavosDiaries pic.twitter.com/c95SwSR0v2 — Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) January 22, 2018 × The Annual Crystal Awards ceremony, which opens the World Economic Forum summit in the Swiss ski resort, celebrates the achievements of outstanding artists who have shown exemplary commitment to improving the state of the world. SRK received the award for "his leadership in championing children's and women's rights in India," the World Economic Forum (WEF) said. The past awardees from India include Amitabh Bachchan, Mallika Sarabhai, A R Rahman, Shabana Azmi, Ravi Shankar and Amjad Ali Khan.

Shah Rukh Khan in Davos; to receive Crystal award along with Elton John, Cate Blanchett

<p>It was, as he said, his &quot;fan moment&quot;. Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who was honoured with a Crystal Award at the World Economic Forum summit along with Hollywood celebrities Cate Blanchett and Elton John, requested a selfie.<br />
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Shah Rukh received the award on Monday for his &quot;leadership in championing children`s and women`s rights in India&quot; with the help of Meer Foundation.<br />
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After receiving the award, SRK lauded Blanchett and John for winning a billion hearts.&nbsp;<br />
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&quot;I am genuinely and deeply grateful for this honour and it is indeed a privilege to be in the company of two phenomenal and extraordinary human beings and talent -- Cate Blanchette and Sir Elton John.&nbsp;<br />
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&quot;She is, of course, the lady who commands the wind and you sir command the song of a billion hearts, including mine,&quot; Shah Rukh said in his speech.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 52-year-old requested Blanchett and John for a selfie.&nbsp;<br />
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&quot;So, I am really really touched that I have been chosen between these two. Just a special request before you go... Can I do a selfie,&quot; he said.<br />
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Shah Rukh added that the request might leave his children embarrassed.</p>

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<p>Shah Rukh also spoke about his social initiative via Meer Foundation, an organisation that works extensively towards empowering women subjected to acid attack.&nbsp;<br />
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&quot;To disfigure a woman by throwing acid on her face is to me one of the crudest acts of subjugation imaginable. At the source of it lies the view that a woman does not have any right to assert her choice or say `no` to advances by a man or a group of men.&quot;<br />
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Shah Rukh also thanked his sister Shehnaz Lalarukh Khan, wife Gauri and daughter Suhana.<br />
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&quot;I want to thank my sister, wife and my little daughter for bringing me up well and teaching me the value of requesting, sometimes imploring and sometimes even begging a yes from a women instead of forcing on her,&quot; he said before wrapping up his speech with a &quot;Namaskar&quot; and &quot;Jai Hind&quot;.&nbsp;</p>


SRK, Cate Blanchett and Elton John were honoured at Davos on Monday.

It was, as he said, his "fan moment". Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who was honoured with a Crystal Award at the World Economic Forum summit along with Hollywood celebrities Cate Blanchett and Elton John, requested a selfie. Shah Rukh received the award on Monday for his "leadership in championing children`s and women`s rights in India" with the help of Meer Foundation. After receiving the award, SRK lauded Blanchett and John for winning a billion hearts. "I am genuinely and deeply grateful for this honour and it is indeed a privilege to be in the company of two phenomenal and extraordinary human beings and talent -- Cate Blanchette and Sir Elton John. "She is, of course, the lady who commands the wind and you sir command the song of a billion hearts, including mine," Shah Rukh said in his speech. The 52-year-old requested Blanchett and John for a selfie. "So, I am really really touched that I have been chosen between these two. Just a special request before you go... Can I do a selfie," he said. Shah Rukh added that the request might leave his children embarrassed. Cate Blanchett and actor Shah Rukh Khan pose for the media after receiving the Crystal Awards, with Hilde Schwab and Klaus Schwab, at the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos (Reuters) × Shah Rukh also spoke about his social initiative via Meer Foundation, an organisation that works extensively towards empowering women subjected to acid attack. "To disfigure a woman by throwing acid on her face is to me one of the crudest acts of subjugation imaginable. At the source of it lies the view that a woman does not have any right to assert her choice or say `no` to advances by a man or a group of men." Shah Rukh also thanked his sister Shehnaz Lalarukh Khan, wife Gauri and daughter Suhana. "I want to thank my sister, wife and my little daughter for bringing me up well and teaching me the value of requesting, sometimes imploring and sometimes even begging a yes from a women instead of forcing on her," he said before wrapping up his speech with a "Namaskar" and "Jai Hind".

When Shah Rukh Khan requested Elton John and Cate Blanchett for a selfie

<p>Hollywood star Cate Blanchett, a double Oscar-winner, will preside over the Cannes Film Festival&#39;s jury this year.<br />
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Blanchett follows Pedro Almodovar, who headed the jury for the 70th edition of the festival.<br />
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&quot;I am humbled by the privilege and responsibility of presiding over this year&#39;s jury,&quot; Blanchette said in a statement.<br />
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&quot;This festival plays a pivotal role in bringing the world together to celebrate story; that strange and vital endeavour that all peoples share, understand and crave.&quot;<br />
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Pierre Lescure, Festival de Cannes President and Thierry Fremaux, General Delegate, said Blanchett was a &quot;rare and unique artist&quot; whose talent has enriched both screen and stage.</p>

<p>Blanchett, 48, is looking forward to attend the festival solely to watch films.</p>

<p>&quot;I have been to Cannes in many guises over the years; as an actress, producer, in the marketplace, the Gala-sphere and in Competition but never solely for the sheer pleasure of watching the cornucopia of films this great festival harbours.&quot;</p>

<p>Blanchett won the 2014 Oscar for best actress for her performance in Woody Allen&#39;s <em>Blue Jasmine</em>. She had already won the best-supporting actress for Martin Scorsese&#39;s <em>The Aviator</em>.&nbsp;</p>


Blanchett follows Pedro Almodovar, who headed the jury for the 70th edition of the festival.

Hollywood star Cate Blanchett, a double Oscar-winner, will preside over the Cannes Film Festival's jury this year. Blanchett follows Pedro Almodovar, who headed the jury for the 70th edition of the festival. "I am humbled by the privilege and responsibility of presiding over this year's jury," Blanchette said in a statement. "This festival plays a pivotal role in bringing the world together to celebrate story; that strange and vital endeavour that all peoples share, understand and crave." Pierre Lescure, Festival de Cannes President and Thierry Fremaux, General Delegate, said Blanchett was a "rare and unique artist" whose talent has enriched both screen and stage. Blanchett, 48, is looking forward to attend the festival solely to watch films. "I have been to Cannes in many guises over the years; as an actress, producer, in the marketplace, the Gala-sphere and in Competition but never solely for the sheer pleasure of watching the cornucopia of films this great festival harbours." Blanchett won the 2014 Oscar for best actress for her performance in Woody Allen's Blue Jasmine. She had already won the best-supporting actress for Martin Scorsese's The Aviator.

Cate Blanchett to head Cannes film festival's jury this year

<p>This is going to be one stylish heist. Warner Bros has released the first poster of <em>Ocean&#39;s 8 </em>and we are just gaping at the ladies on it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A sequel to Steven Soderbergh&rsquo;s<em> Ocean&rsquo;s</em>&nbsp;trilogy, <em>Ocean&#39;s 8</em> stars 8 well-known actresses from Hollywood who come together to con a few innocent victims. Starring Sandra Bullock, Anne Hathaway, Cate Blanchett, Rihanna, Helena Bonham Carter, Sarah Paulson, Mindy Kaling and Awkwafina- the film will release in the summer of 2018.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The story centers around Debbie Ocean- Danny Ocean&#39;s sister-who after coming out jail recruits some female con artists to help her pull off a jewelry heist at New York City&rsquo;s star-studded annual Met Gala.<br />
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The <em>Ocean&#39;s</em> trilogy was immensely popular and it will be interesting to see what these ladies have up their sleeves.&nbsp;</p>


Sandra Bullock, Anne Hathaway, Cate Blanchett, Rihanna- do we need to give you more reasons?

This is going to be one stylish heist. Warner Bros has released the first poster of Ocean's 8 and we are just gaping at the ladies on it. A sequel to Steven Soderbergh’s Ocean’s trilogy, Ocean's 8 stars 8 well-known actresses from Hollywood who come together to con a few innocent victims. Starring Sandra Bullock, Anne Hathaway, Cate Blanchett, Rihanna, Helena Bonham Carter, Sarah Paulson, Mindy Kaling and Awkwafina- the film will release in the summer of 2018. Join the dream scheme. #Oceans8 hits theaters June 2018. pic.twitter.com/W4HOEc3kzY — Oceans8Movie (@oceans8movie) December 14, 2017 × The story centers around Debbie Ocean- Danny Ocean's sister-who after coming out jail recruits some female con artists to help her pull off a jewelry heist at New York City’s star-studded annual Met Gala. The Ocean's trilogy was immensely popular and it will be interesting to see what these ladies have up their sleeves.

The first poster of 'Ocean's 8' has got us very excited

<p>Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) 2018 opened Wednesday night with the coming together of artists from around the world.&nbsp;</p>

<p>British actor Patrick Stewart, famous for&nbsp;his role as Professor X in &quot;X-Men&quot; was seen along with Indian films&#39;&nbsp;actor Irrfan Khan and renowned Egypt&#39;s director Wahid Hamed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 14th edition of the festival will be featuring 140 movies from 51 countries with a focus on regions like the Middle East and North Africa,&nbsp;from Iran to Syria, Lebanon, Israel and the Palestinian territories.</p>

<p>On the opening night yesterday, two-time Academy Award-winning actress Cate Blanchett walked in a bright coloured dress with Egyptian film and TV star Yusra. Blanchett received&nbsp;an honorary&nbsp;award for her widely acclaimed performances.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Cate Blanchett receives her <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DIFF17?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DIFF17</a> honorary award. Delighted to have her with us this year. <a href="https://t.co/lP9xZyPvGM">pic.twitter.com/lP9xZyPvGM</a></p>
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<p>Indian actor Irrfan Khan of the fame &quot;Life of Pi&quot; was also seen dressed for the occasion. He also received an honorary&nbsp;award for his contribution to the industry.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bollywood?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bollywood</a> icon Irrfan Khan receiving his <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DIFF17?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DIFF17</a> Honorary Award on his fascinating career. <a href="https://t.co/kHPXgvZXeZ">pic.twitter.com/kHPXgvZXeZ</a></p>
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<p>Hollywood actor Patrick Stewart also walked the red carpet and appreciated screenings of regional films. He said, &quot;I&#39;m not very familiar with Arabic film&quot; but &quot;After this week, I will certainly know very, very much more.&quot;</p>

<p>Stewart was given a Lifetime Achievement award.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet legendary British actor Sir Patrick Stewart at <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DIFF17?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DIFF17</a>! Get your tickets now at diff.ae and don&#39;t miss our exclusive In Conversation session on Dec 8, 3.30 PM! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Filmwillfindyou?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Filmwillfindyou</a> <a href="https://t.co/akc9H46Qmi">pic.twitter.com/akc9H46Qmi</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Sir Patrick Stewart receives his <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DIFF17?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DIFF17</a> Lifetime Achievement Award - such an incredible career that has inspired millions of film lovers. <a href="https://t.co/2lpVKSf827">pic.twitter.com/2lpVKSf827</a></p>
&mdash; Dubai International Film Festival (@dubaifilm) <a href="https://twitter.com/dubaifilm/status/938455983461994496?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 6, 2017</a></blockquote>
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<p>Indian fashionista Sonam Kapoor also made her way to the festival as an ambassador to a premium watch brand. She chose a white ensemble as the ambassador.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I&rsquo;m so excited to be back in Dubai for the 14th International Film Festival with <a href="https://twitter.com/IWC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@IWC</a> Watches.<br />
In - <a href="https://twitter.com/ashistudio?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ashistudio</a> Styled by <a href="https://twitter.com/RheaKapoor?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RheaKapoor</a><br />
Styling Assistants: Chandini Whabi , Manisha Melwani &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/spacemuffin27?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@spacemuffin27</a> Hair &amp; MU: <a href="https://twitter.com/soninamrata?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@soninamrata</a> &amp; Deepti Aggarwal.<br />
??: The house of Pixels <a href="https://t.co/bxjWPpP0KF">pic.twitter.com/bxjWPpP0KF</a></p>
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<p>The Dubai International Film Festival opened with the premiere of Scott Cooper Western&#39;s &quot;Hostiles&quot; -- the story of a 19th-century soldier forced to escort a dying Cheyenne chief and his family home, starring Christian Bale and Rosamund Pike.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Cast of our Opening film HOSTILES is here in this very special night where we celebrate the power of cinema through this superb Scott Cooper-directed film. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DIFF17?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DIFF17</a> <a href="https://t.co/3dmGyBuOwU">pic.twitter.com/3dmGyBuOwU</a></p>
&mdash; Dubai International Film Festival (@dubaifilm) <a href="https://twitter.com/dubaifilm/status/938427555845234688?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 6, 2017</a></blockquote>
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<p>The festival will also have&nbsp;Syria&#39;s &quot;Last Men in Aleppo&quot; -- a documentary on the daily lives of the White Helmets, the volunteer rescue workers who have refused to leave their homeland despite a devastating war. The film also received the Sundance Grand Jury Prize this year.</p>

<p>Last night, DIFF honoured&nbsp;Egypt&#39;s Wahid Hamed, the screenwriter behind the 2006 film adaptation of &quot;The Yaacoubian Building&quot;, with a lifetime achievement award, along with both Khan and Stewart.</p>

<p>Hamed, known as a pioneer of Arab cinema, has a long history of battling censorship. For over a decade, he fought for his political drama &quot;Al-Baree&quot; (The Innocent) to make it to the silver screen which was finally released in 1997.&nbsp;</p>

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&mdash; Dubai International Film Festival (@dubaifilm) <a href="https://twitter.com/dubaifilm/status/938409466608922624?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 6, 2017</a></blockquote>
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Indian fashionista Sonam Kapoor was also spotted on the red carpet

Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) 2018 opened Wednesday night with the coming together of artists from around the world. British actor Patrick Stewart, famous for his role as Professor X in "X-Men" was seen along with Indian films' actor Irrfan Khan and renowned Egypt's director Wahid Hamed. The 14th edition of the festival will be featuring 140 movies from 51 countries with a focus on regions like the Middle East and North Africa, from Iran to Syria, Lebanon, Israel and the Palestinian territories. On the opening night yesterday, two-time Academy Award-winning actress Cate Blanchett walked in a bright coloured dress with Egyptian film and TV star Yusra. Blanchett received an honorary award for her widely acclaimed performances. The stunning Cate Blanchett has arrived and will be awarded the #DIFF17 Honorary Award tonight! pic.twitter.com/2MKf6ljPjm — Dubai International Film Festival (@dubaifilm) December 6, 2017 × Cate Blanchett receives her #DIFF17 honorary award. Delighted to have her with us this year. pic.twitter.com/lP9xZyPvGM — Dubai International Film Festival (@dubaifilm) December 6, 2017 × Indian actor Irrfan Khan of the fame "Life of Pi" was also seen dressed for the occasion. He also received an honorary award for his contribution to the industry. #Bollywood icon Irrfan Khan receiving his #DIFF17 Honorary Award on his fascinating career. pic.twitter.com/kHPXgvZXeZ — Dubai International Film Festival (@dubaifilm) December 6, 2017 × Hollywood actor Patrick Stewart also walked the red carpet and appreciated screenings of regional films. He said, "I'm not very familiar with Arabic film" but "After this week, I will certainly know very, very much more." Stewart was given a Lifetime Achievement award. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet legendary British actor Sir Patrick Stewart at #DIFF17! Get your tickets now at diff.ae and don't miss our exclusive In Conversation session on Dec 8, 3.30 PM! #Filmwillfindyou pic.twitter.com/akc9H46Qmi — Dubai International Film Festival (@dubaifilm) December 7, 2017 × Sir Patrick Stewart receives his #DIFF17 Lifetime Achievement Award - such an incredible career that has inspired millions of film lovers. pic.twitter.com/2lpVKSf827 — Dubai International Film Festival (@dubaifilm) December 6, 2017 × Indian fashionista Sonam Kapoor also made her way to the festival as an ambassador to a premium watch brand. She chose a white ensemble as the ambassador. I’m so excited to be back in Dubai for the 14th International Film Festival with @IWC Watches. In - @ashistudio Styled by @RheaKapoor Styling Assistants: Chandini Whabi , Manisha Melwani & @spacemuffin27 Hair & MU: @soninamrata & Deepti Aggarwal. ??: The house of Pixels pic.twitter.com/bxjWPpP0KF — Sonam Kapoor (@sonamakapoor) December 7, 2017 × The Dubai International Film Festival opened with the premiere of Scott Cooper Western's "Hostiles" -- the story of a 19th-century soldier forced to escort a dying Cheyenne chief and his family home, starring Christian Bale and Rosamund Pike. Cast of our Opening film HOSTILES is here in this very special night where we celebrate the power of cinema through this superb Scott Cooper-directed film. #DIFF17 pic.twitter.com/3dmGyBuOwU — Dubai International Film Festival (@dubaifilm) December 6, 2017 × The festival will also have Syria's "Last Men in Aleppo" -- a documentary on the daily lives of the White Helmets, the volunteer rescue workers who have refused to leave their homeland despite a devastating war. The film also received the Sundance Grand Jury Prize this year. Last night, DIFF honoured Egypt's Wahid Hamed, the screenwriter behind the 2006 film adaptation of "The Yaacoubian Building", with a lifetime achievement award, along with both Khan and Stewart. Hamed, known as a pioneer of Arab cinema, has a long history of battling censorship. For over a decade, he fought for his political drama "Al-Baree" (The Innocent) to make it to the silver screen which was finally released in 1997. #DIFF17 Lifetime Achievement Award winner Wahid Hamed and his son, director Marwan Hamed have arrived! pic.twitter.com/kmILudbOVq — Dubai International Film Festival (@dubaifilm) December 6, 2017 ×

Dubai International Film Festival: Cate Blanchett, Irrfan Khan, Patrick Stewart honoured

<p>Bollywood fashionista Sonam Kapoor will&nbsp;be sharing the stage with two-time Academy Award-winning actress Cate Blanchett at the&nbsp;Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) scheduled to&nbsp;kick-start today.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 14th edition of DIFF will see Sonam Kapoor walking the red carpet as a brand ambassador for a premium watch brand.&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;According to a source quoted in a Mumbai leading daily, &quot;As an actor, she (Sonam) has always been an admirer of Cate&#39;s work. She is looking forward to discussing cinema and fashion, her two greatest passions, with Cate.&quot;</p>

<p>Kapoor, who is heading to Dubai today, will walk the red carpet at the opening ceremony this evening.</p>

<p>The gala event will also see Turkish star Tuba B&uuml;y&uuml;k&uuml;st&uuml;n and Lebanese-Australian lawyer, model and charity worker Jessica Michelle Kahawaty walking the red carpet.</p>

<p>In a statement, sharing her happiness, Sonam said, &quot;I look forward to meeting all the beautiful women from all walks of life at the event.&quot;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sonam Kapoor is looking forward to the release of &quot;PadMan&quot;&nbsp;with Akshay Kumar and Radhika Apte in January 2018 and &quot;Veere Di Wedding&quot;&nbsp;with Swara Bhaskar and Kareena Kapoor Khan in May next year.</p>

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&mdash; Sonam Kapoor (@sonamakapoor) <a href="https://twitter.com/sonamakapoor/status/937576677307170817?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 4, 2017</a></blockquote>
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Sonam Kapoor is currently busy with her next release "PadMan" with Akshay Kumar.

Bollywood fashionista Sonam Kapoor will be sharing the stage with two-time Academy Award-winning actress Cate Blanchett at the Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) scheduled to kick-start today. The 14th edition of DIFF will see Sonam Kapoor walking the red carpet as a brand ambassador for a premium watch brand. According to a source quoted in a Mumbai leading daily, "As an actor, she (Sonam) has always been an admirer of Cate's work. She is looking forward to discussing cinema and fashion, her two greatest passions, with Cate." Kapoor, who is heading to Dubai today, will walk the red carpet at the opening ceremony this evening. The gala event will also see Turkish star Tuba Büyüküstün and Lebanese-Australian lawyer, model and charity worker Jessica Michelle Kahawaty walking the red carpet. In a statement, sharing her happiness, Sonam said, "I look forward to meeting all the beautiful women from all walks of life at the event." Sonam Kapoor is looking forward to the release of "PadMan" with Akshay Kumar and Radhika Apte in January 2018 and "Veere Di Wedding" with Swara Bhaskar and Kareena Kapoor Khan in May next year. The best thing I did was to choose the right heroes. - Warren Buffett#PadManTalks @PadManTheFilm @akshaykumar @radhika_apte @mrsfunnybones @SonyPicsIndia @kriarj #RBalki pic.twitter.com/oZfMftA5Qc — Sonam Kapoor (@sonamakapoor) December 4, 2017 ×

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