<p>Time to rejoice for Disney fans as ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ is headed to its OTT platform, two months earlier than original schedule date.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The movie will now make its digital debut on May 4 globally on Disney+.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The date will also see the arrival of doc series Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian and the final episode of ‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars’.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-star-wars-actor-andrew-jack-dies-of-coronavirus-289845">‘Star Wars’ actor Andrew Jack dies of Coronavirus</a></p>

<p>This is not the first time that Disney has made changes in its scheduled date as previously they shifted online launch of its latest Pixar movie ‘Onward’ after the film’s theatrical run was cut short by the coronavirus.</p>

<p>‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ will see J.J. Abrams return as director following ‘The Force Awakens’ and ‘The Last Jedi’.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/may-the-4th-be-with-you-twitter-has-a-star-wars-inference-to-pm-modis-call-for-lockdown-extension-292445">'May the 4th be with you': Twitter has a 'Star Wars' inference to PM Modi's call for lockdown extension</a></p>


Time to rejoice for Disney fans as ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ is headed to its OTT platform, two months earlier than original schedule date. The movie will now make its digital debut on May 4 globally on Disney+.

Time to rejoice for Disney fans as ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ is headed to its OTT platform, two months earlier than original schedule date. The movie will now make its digital debut on May 4 globally on Disney+. The date will also see the arrival of doc series Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian and the final episode of ‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars’. ‘Star Wars’ actor Andrew Jack dies of Coronavirus This is not the first time that Disney has made changes in its scheduled date as previously they shifted online launch of its latest Pixar movie ‘Onward’ after the film’s theatrical run was cut short by the coronavirus. ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ will see J.J. Abrams return as director following ‘The Force Awakens’ and ‘The Last Jedi’. 'May the 4th be with you': Twitter has a 'Star Wars' inference to PM Modi's call for lockdown extension

‘Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker’ heading to Disney+ two months early

<p>We last told you that Meghan Markle will be making her first professional stint post exiting from the British royal family with Disney and it’s finally happened.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meghan narrated for the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-meghan-markle-makes-hollywood-comeback-with-disneys-elephant-288858">Disney film ‘Elephant’ </a>and she opened up on how much she loved the gig and why she gave her nod to the project in the first place. In an interview with Good Morning America, Meghan said, "I'm really grateful to have the opportunity to be a part of bringing the story of Elephant to life. I've been very lucky to be able to have hands-on experience with elephants in their natural habitat."</p>

<p>She spoke about her personal experience with elephants as she did an extensive tour of Africa in September with son Archie before she took on the project. She said, "When you spend time connecting to them and the other wildlife, you really understand we have a role to play in their preservation and their safety," she continued. "These creatures are so majestic and at the same time they are so sensitive and so connected. We see in this film just how remarkable they are. Their memories are amazing. The close connection of the herd, the protectiveness of their young. I think they're a lot more like us than they are different."</p>

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<p>Meghan added, "I hope that when people see this film, they realize how connected we all are and if we had more of an awareness about the obstacles they're facing, I think we'd take care of each other, this planet, and animals in a very different way."</p>

<p>Disneynature’s Elephant is an original movie narrated by Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. It started streaming from April 3 on DisneyPlus.</p>


We last told you that Meghan Markle will be making her first professional stint post exiting from the British royal family with Disney and it’s finally happened.

We last told you that Meghan Markle will be making her first professional stint post exiting from the British royal family with Disney and it’s finally happened. Meghan narrated for the Disney film ‘Elephant’ and she opened up on how much she loved the gig and why she gave her nod to the project in the first place. In an interview with Good Morning America, Meghan said, "I'm really grateful to have the opportunity to be a part of bringing the story of Elephant to life. I've been very lucky to be able to have hands-on experience with elephants in their natural habitat." She spoke about her personal experience with elephants as she did an extensive tour of Africa in September with son Archie before she took on the project. She said, "When you spend time connecting to them and the other wildlife, you really understand we have a role to play in their preservation and their safety," she continued. "These creatures are so majestic and at the same time they are so sensitive and so connected. We see in this film just how remarkable they are. Their memories are amazing. The close connection of the herd, the protectiveness of their young. I think they're a lot more like us than they are different." Duchess Meghan Markle talks about Disneynature film 'Elephant' in exclusive 1st look that features an interview with producers from last summer. https://t.co/mzu6P496cg pic.twitter.com/F3eaXQuAne — Good Morning America (@GMA) April 20, 2020 × Meghan added, "I hope that when people see this film, they realize how connected we all are and if we had more of an awareness about the obstacles they're facing, I think we'd take care of each other, this planet, and animals in a very different way." Disneynature’s Elephant is an original movie narrated by Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. It started streaming from April 3 on DisneyPlus.

Meghan Markle’s personal experience helped her film for Disney’s ‘Elephant’

<p>After &nbsp;'The Lion King', 'Mulan', and 'Aladdin', Disney is set to remake its 1973 animated classic show 'Robin Hood'. The show will be specially made for the Disney + streaming site.&nbsp;<br />
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The upcoming show maybe helmed by Carlos Lopez Estrada, who is best known for directing the 2018 crime movie 'Blindspotting'. The film is being written by Kari Granlund. Granlund already is in the Disney fold after having written the studio’s recent remake of 'Lady and the Tramp'.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/disney-delays-marvel-blockbusters-but-hopes-for-summer-mulan-launch-291122" hreflang="en">Disney delays Marvel blockbusters but hopes for summer 'Mulan' launch</a><br />
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The new version of the animated movie will “feature the characters as anthropomorphic, this time in a live-action/CG hybrid format,” according to the news agency.</p>

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<p>The movie will also be a musical like the old one. &nbsp;The original version follows the story of the noble thief of Sherwood Forest as a fox and his trusty sidekick, Little John a black bear, as they fight against the excessive taxation of Prince John a lion, and Robin Hood wins the hand of Maid Marian.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/black-widow-the-eternals-and-other-marvel-movies-get-new-release-dates-amid-coronavirus-outbreak-290590">&nbsp;'Black Widow', 'The Eternals' and other Marvel movies get new release dates amid coronavirus outbreak</a><br />
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The movie's song 'Love' received an Oscar nomination for Floyd Huddleston and George Bruns as the movie earned $32 million at the box office on a $5 million budget.</p>

<p>Disney has launched its OTT platform Disney+, that have gained over<a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/streaming-service-disney-crosses-50-million-paid-subscribers-globally-291474"> 50 million subscribers </a>from all over the world.</p>


After 'The Lion King', 'Mulan', and 'Aladdin', Disney is set to remake its 1973 animated classic show 'Robin Hood'. The show will be specially made for the Disney + streaming site.

After 'The Lion King', 'Mulan', and 'Aladdin', Disney is set to remake its 1973 animated classic show 'Robin Hood'. The show will be specially made for the Disney + streaming site. The upcoming show maybe helmed by Carlos Lopez Estrada, who is best known for directing the 2018 crime movie 'Blindspotting'. The film is being written by Kari Granlund. Granlund already is in the Disney fold after having written the studio’s recent remake of 'Lady and the Tramp'. Also read: Disney delays Marvel blockbusters but hopes for summer 'Mulan' launch The new version of the animated movie will “feature the characters as anthropomorphic, this time in a live-action/CG hybrid format,” according to the news agency. The movie will also be a musical like the old one. The original version follows the story of the noble thief of Sherwood Forest as a fox and his trusty sidekick, Little John a black bear, as they fight against the excessive taxation of Prince John a lion, and Robin Hood wins the hand of Maid Marian. Also read: 'Black Widow', 'The Eternals' and other Marvel movies get new release dates amid coronavirus outbreak The movie's song 'Love' received an Oscar nomination for Floyd Huddleston and George Bruns as the movie earned $32 million at the box office on a $5 million budget. Disney has launched its OTT platform Disney+, that have gained over 50 million subscribers from all over the world.

Disney to remake its 1973 classic 'Robin Hood' movie in live-action/CG hybrid format

<p>Walt Disney Co said on Wednesday that Disney+ has attracted more than 50 million paid users, with 8 million of them coming from India where the video streaming service was rolled out last week.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/irrfan-khan-starrer-angrezi-medium-to-premiere-online-on-disney-plus-hotstar-vip-290776">Irrfan Khan starrer 'Angrezi Medium' to premiere online on Disney Plus Hotstar VIP</a><br />
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Rival Netflix Inc, which has services available in over 190 countries, has nearly 167 million paid subscribers globally as of its last reported quarter.<br />
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The coronavirus pandemic, and the resulting move across the world towards working from home, has driven a boom in usage of online gaming, streaming and communications.</p>

<p><strong>In pics:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/the-godfather-to-forrest-gump-heres-your-hollywood-nostalgia-binge-guide-290700" hreflang="en">'The Godfather' to 'Forrest Gump': Here's your Hollywood nostalgia binge guide</a><br />
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Disney+ was rolled out in eight European countries, including the UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland, in the last two weeks, the company said. It was launched in the United States in November.<br />
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The service is available in India in conjunction with the Hotstar streaming platform, which was acquired as part of Disney`s $71 billion purchase of Twenty-First Century Fox in 2019.</p>


Walt Disney Co said on Wednesday that Disney+ has attracted more than 50 million paid users, with 8 million of them coming from India where the video streaming service was rolled out last week.

Walt Disney Co said on Wednesday that Disney+ has attracted more than 50 million paid users, with 8 million of them coming from India where the video streaming service was rolled out last week. Also read: Irrfan Khan starrer 'Angrezi Medium' to premiere online on Disney Plus Hotstar VIP Rival Netflix Inc, which has services available in over 190 countries, has nearly 167 million paid subscribers globally as of its last reported quarter. The coronavirus pandemic, and the resulting move across the world towards working from home, has driven a boom in usage of online gaming, streaming and communications. In pics: 'The Godfather' to 'Forrest Gump': Here's your Hollywood nostalgia binge guide Disney+ was rolled out in eight European countries, including the UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland, in the last two weeks, the company said. It was launched in the United States in November. The service is available in India in conjunction with the Hotstar streaming platform, which was acquired as part of Disney`s $71 billion purchase of Twenty-First Century Fox in 2019.

Streaming service Disney+ crosses 50 million paid subscribers globally

<p>We last <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/british-royal-meghan-markle-signed-a-voiceover-deal-with-disney-273743">reported</a> that Meghan Markle’s first professional stint post exiting from the British royal family would be with Disney. We now have confirmed news that she has dubbed for Disney’s ‘Elephant’, an original movie narrated by Meghan Markle.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The new film is about a family of African elephants, Disney announced on Thursday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The documentary follows the family of elephants as they cross Africa’s Kalahari Desert.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In an announcement, the channel said on its Twitter account, "Disneynature's Elephant, an Original Movie narrated by Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex, starts streaming April 3."</p>

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<p>Before it was confirmed, reports were abuzz that Prince Harry had mentioned it to Disney head, Bob Iger, that Meghan does voice overs. Harry told Bob at the London premiere of ‘The Lion King’ in July last year, "You know she does voice overs? She's really interested."</p>

<p>Iger reportedly replied, "Sure. We'd love to try."</p>

<p>Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have now stepped down from their royal duties. Currently, they are&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/meghan-markle-prince-harry-self-isolate-in-their-vancouver-island-mansion-amid-covid-19-287196">self isolating&nbsp;in their Vancouver Island mansion</a> amid COVID-19.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/nice-to-be-back-says-meghan-markle-as-she-glows-in-electric-blue-in-first-public-appearance-post-megxit-284667">See:&nbsp;'Nice to be back' says Meghan Markle as she glows in electric blue in first public appearance post Megxit</a></p>


We last reported that Meghan Markle’s first professional stint post exiting from the British royal family would be with Disney. We now have confirmed news that she has dubbed for Disney’s ‘Elephant’, an original movie narrated by Meghan Markle.

We last reported that Meghan Markle’s first professional stint post exiting from the British royal family would be with Disney. We now have confirmed news that she has dubbed for Disney’s ‘Elephant’, an original movie narrated by Meghan Markle. The new film is about a family of African elephants, Disney announced on Thursday. The documentary follows the family of elephants as they cross Africa’s Kalahari Desert. In an announcement, the channel said on its Twitter account, "Disneynature's Elephant, an Original Movie narrated by Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex, starts streaming April 3." Disneynature’s Elephant, an Original Movie narrated by Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex, starts streaming April 3, only on #DisneyPlus. pic.twitter.com/ArpgkbrjRj — Disney+ (@disneyplus) March 26, 2020 × Before it was confirmed, reports were abuzz that Prince Harry had mentioned it to Disney head, Bob Iger, that Meghan does voice overs. Harry told Bob at the London premiere of ‘The Lion King’ in July last year, "You know she does voice overs? She's really interested." Iger reportedly replied, "Sure. We'd love to try." Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have now stepped down from their royal duties. Currently, they are self isolating in their Vancouver Island mansion amid COVID-19. See: 'Nice to be back' says Meghan Markle as she glows in electric blue in first public appearance post Megxit

Meghan Markle makes Hollywood comeback with Disney's 'Elephant'

<p>Starting today, YouTube will play videos in standard definition (SD) by default for the next 30 days. As coronavirus continues to lock down the globe, streaming giants are looking for ways to cope with demand from people staying at their homes.</p>

<p>Last week, YouTube had downgraded video quality in Europe to minimise the pressure on the internet infrastructure.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, users will still be able to switch to high definition (HD) manually.</p>

<p>The policy of limiting streaming quality by default has been taken up by various streaming giants including Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc.</p>

<p>“We continue to work closely with governments and network operators around the globe to do our part to minimise stress on the system during this unprecedented situation”, Google wrote in a statement.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/instagram-introduces-new-feature-to-ease-social-isolation-triggered-by-coronavirus-288311" hreflang="en">Instagram introduces new feature to ease social isolation triggered by coronavirus</a></p>

<p>This is not arbitrary, for users may still switch to higher quality. However, by setting SD as the default visual, a lot of pressure can be taken off the internet bandwidth.</p>

<p>YouTube apparently has other measures in place to ease the stress on internet providers. “We have measures in place to automatically adjust our system to use less network capacity,” a YouTube representative told TechCrunch last week.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://wionews.com/world/coronavirus-effect-netflix-youtube-to-reduce-streaming-quality-in-europe-287546" hreflang="en">Coronavirus effect: Netflix, YouTube to reduce streaming quality in Europe</a></p>

<p>Other platforms like Netflix and the newly launched Disney+ have also decided to cap their bandwidth to deal with the global internet slowdown in the face of increasing demand. Their simple goal is to prevent buffering.</p>

<p>Microsoft and Sony, the leaders in the contemporary video game landscape, are slowing down and delaying updates downloads alongside updates on Xbox and Playstation respectively to avoid overloading during key hours.</p>


Starting today, YouTube will play videos in standard definition (SD) by default for the next 30 days. As coronavirus continues to lock down the globe, streaming giants are looking for ways to cope with demand from people staying at their homes.

Starting today, YouTube will play videos in standard definition (SD) by default for the next 30 days. As coronavirus continues to lock down the globe, streaming giants are looking for ways to cope with demand from people staying at their homes. Last week, YouTube had downgraded video quality in Europe to minimise the pressure on the internet infrastructure. However, users will still be able to switch to high definition (HD) manually. The policy of limiting streaming quality by default has been taken up by various streaming giants including Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc. “We continue to work closely with governments and network operators around the globe to do our part to minimise stress on the system during this unprecedented situation”, Google wrote in a statement. Also read: Instagram introduces new feature to ease social isolation triggered by coronavirus This is not arbitrary, for users may still switch to higher quality. However, by setting SD as the default visual, a lot of pressure can be taken off the internet bandwidth. YouTube apparently has other measures in place to ease the stress on internet providers. “We have measures in place to automatically adjust our system to use less network capacity,” a YouTube representative told TechCrunch last week. Also read: Coronavirus effect: Netflix, YouTube to reduce streaming quality in Europe Other platforms like Netflix and the newly launched Disney+ have also decided to cap their bandwidth to deal with the global internet slowdown in the face of increasing demand. Their simple goal is to prevent buffering. Microsoft and Sony, the leaders in the contemporary video game landscape, are slowing down and delaying updates downloads alongside updates on Xbox and Playstation respectively to avoid overloading during key hours.

Streaming giants switch to standard definition to keep internet alive during coronavirus lockdown

<p>Coronavirus has now put Disney+ plans in the backburner s they have now indefinitely delayed the launch.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It was to launch in India on March 29 as part of Disney’s India streaming service Hotstar, coinciding with the beginning of this year’s Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket tournament which is a major crowd puller.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ever since the tournament was postponed because of coronavirus scare, Disney officials have also stalled their plans for now. Uday Shankar, president of The Walt Disney Company APAC, and chairman of Star and Disney India, said in a statement: “We recently announced that Disney Plus would launch in India through the Hotstar service in conjunction with beginning of the Indian Premier League cricket season. Given the delay of the season, we have made the decision to briefly pause the roll-out of Disney Plus and will announce a new revised premiere date for the service soon.”</p>

<p>Earlier, on March 11, Disney+ went live in India. It was taken back after the company declared that they were merely beta testing.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Coronavirus has been having quite an impact on OTT platforms with Netflix also taking some measures given that more number of people are self isolating and are at home. With more people in their homes, there is more consumption of the internet. Thus, Netflix has announced that it will slightly reduce the video quality on its service in Europe for the next 30 days, to reduce the strain on internet service providers.</p>

<p>The video-streaming provider said lowering the picture quality would reduce Netflix data consumption by 25%. But movies will still be high-definition or ultra-high definition 4K. The change will apply to the UK as well as other European countries.</p>


Coronavirus has now put Disney+ plans in the backburner s they have now indefinitely delayed the launch. It was to launch in India on March 29 as part of Disney’s India streaming service Hotstar, coinciding with the beginning of this year’s Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket tournament which is a major crowd puller.

Coronavirus has now put Disney+ plans in the backburner s they have now indefinitely delayed the launch. It was to launch in India on March 29 as part of Disney’s India streaming service Hotstar, coinciding with the beginning of this year’s Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket tournament which is a major crowd puller. Ever since the tournament was postponed because of coronavirus scare, Disney officials have also stalled their plans for now. Uday Shankar, president of The Walt Disney Company APAC, and chairman of Star and Disney India, said in a statement: “We recently announced that Disney Plus would launch in India through the Hotstar service in conjunction with beginning of the Indian Premier League cricket season. Given the delay of the season, we have made the decision to briefly pause the roll-out of Disney Plus and will announce a new revised premiere date for the service soon.” Earlier, on March 11, Disney+ went live in India. It was taken back after the company declared that they were merely beta testing. Coronavirus has been having quite an impact on OTT platforms with Netflix also taking some measures given that more number of people are self isolating and are at home. With more people in their homes, there is more consumption of the internet. Thus, Netflix has announced that it will slightly reduce the video quality on its service in Europe for the next 30 days, to reduce the strain on internet service providers. The video-streaming provider said lowering the picture quality would reduce Netflix data consumption by 25%. But movies will still be high-definition or ultra-high definition 4K. The change will apply to the UK as well as other European countries.

Disney+ postpones launch, Netflix reduces video quality in times of coronavirus

<p>Walt Disney Co said on Friday it would make the sequel to hit animated movie 'Frozen' available on its streaming platform Disney+ three months ahead of schedule in the United States, as media companies respond to the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/coronavirus-outbreak-symptoms-and-other-important-questions-answered-285956">coronavirus outbreak.</a></p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-streaming-platforms-big-hit-amid-coronavirus-outbreak-286164">Streaming platforms big hit amid coronavirus outbreak</a></p>

<p>The company said '<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/frozen-2-review-elsa-and-anna-grow-up-and-take-charge-of-things-263883">Frozen 2</a>' would be available in the country starting Sunday, "surprising families with some fun and joy during this challenging period."</p>

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<p>Cinemas have closed in some countries to try to prevent the spread of the virus, while the two largest U.S. theatre chains have halved their seating capacity.</p>

<p>'Frozen 2' will be available on Disney+ in Canada, the Netherlands, Australia and New Zealand on March 17.</p>


Walt Disney Co said on Friday it would make the sequel to hit animated movie 'Frozen' available on its streaming platform Disney+ three months ahead of schedule in the United States, as media companies respond to the coronavirus outbreak.

Walt Disney Co said on Friday it would make the sequel to hit animated movie 'Frozen' available on its streaming platform Disney+ three months ahead of schedule in the United States, as media companies respond to the coronavirus outbreak. Also read: Streaming platforms big hit amid coronavirus outbreak The company said 'Frozen 2' would be available in the country starting Sunday, "surprising families with some fun and joy during this challenging period." Cinemas have closed in some countries to try to prevent the spread of the virus, while the two largest U.S. theatre chains have halved their seating capacity. 'Frozen 2' will be available on Disney+ in Canada, the Netherlands, Australia and New Zealand on March 17.

Disney to release 'Frozen 2' on streaming platform three months early

<p>If you happened to watch some Disney content on Hotstar in India then you were a lucky one. Disney+ Hotstar has now removed it’s Disney content from the website calling it a test run.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"A limited release of the beta version of the Disney+ Hotstar app is currently being tested with a small number of consumers, in preparation for the full-fledged app launch on 29th March", clarified a Hotstar spokesperson.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-hotstar-is-now-disneyhotstar-ahead-of-launch-of-streaming-platform-in-india-on-march-29-285666">Disney+ Hotstar, the rebranded Hotstar application</a> in India is scheduled to premiere in India on March 29 but some Disney original content made its way to the application yesterday, much to the surprise of app users.</p>

<p>Users were confused yesterday when an update of the app changed the logo and they had access to the wide catalogue of Disney titles.</p>

<p>Along with the content, Hotstar’s rebranded logo has also vanished and it’s back to its original colour.&nbsp;</p>


If you happened to watch some Disney content on Hotstar in India then you were a lucky one. Disney+ Hotstar has now removed it’s Disney content from the website calling it a test run.

If you happened to watch some Disney content on Hotstar in India then you were a lucky one. Disney+ Hotstar has now removed it’s Disney content from the website calling it a test run. "A limited release of the beta version of the Disney+ Hotstar app is currently being tested with a small number of consumers, in preparation for the full-fledged app launch on 29th March", clarified a Hotstar spokesperson. Disney+ Hotstar, the rebranded Hotstar application in India is scheduled to premiere in India on March 29 but some Disney original content made its way to the application yesterday, much to the surprise of app users. Users were confused yesterday when an update of the app changed the logo and they had access to the wide catalogue of Disney titles. Along with the content, Hotstar’s rebranded logo has also vanished and it’s back to its original colour.

Hotstar removes Disney+ content, a day after 'beta version testing'

<p>At a time when the world is battling with coronavirus, there are reports that streaming platforms like Netflix and others are winning big with people streaming from their homes, having being holed up because of the viral outbreak.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Governments around the world have put in place bans or issued advisory against coming together in large numbers. With people restricted to their homes, streaming platforms are having the last laugh.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also, since movie halls have been shut down in most parts of the world, filmmakers have postponed the release of their films, shifting the dates to later part of the year. With no access to entertainment, people are said to binge-watch at homes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The latest James Bond instalment, ‘No Time to Die’, ‘Peter Rabbit 2’, ‘A Quiet Place Part II’ and ‘Fast &amp; Furious 9’ have all been postponed. Even film festivals like<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-tribeca-film-festival-2020-postponed-amid-coronavirus-scare-286070"> Tribeca Film Festival</a>, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood-news-zee-cine-awards-2020-cancelled-for-public-to-be-shot-as-televised-show-286093">ZEE Cine Awards</a> and even <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/cannes-film-festival-may-get-cancelled-if-covid-19-situation-doesnt-improve-285859">Cannes </a>is said to have been postponed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In such times, people turning to streaming giants is good news for these platforms. “Amid fears over a global economic slowdown from the widening coronavirus outbreak, companies like Netflix that provide in-home services are best positioned to withstand the storm or even see upside from the crisis,” reported Variety at the end of February, noting that while global stock markets plummeted, Netflix’s share price had actually risen 0.8%.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>In pics:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-movie-shoots-to-award-show-events-that-have-got-affected-due-to-coronavirus-282912">From movie shoots to award shows, events that have got affected due to coronavirus</a></p>

<p>Disney+ could also cash in on this situation as it gets ready to premiere in the UK on March 24 and March 29 in India. Disney+ offers a vast back catalogue of features from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, the Star Wars universe and National Geographic. In fact, Disney+ Hotstar had launched its Disney content on the platform ahead of its schedule, but have today, recalled it all. They said that they were <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hotstar-removes-disney-content-a-day-after-beta-version-testing-286063">“beta testing” for the original premiere.&nbsp;</a></p>


At a time when the world is battling with coronavirus, there are reports that streaming platforms like Netflix and others are winning big with people streaming from their homes, having being holed up because of the viral outbreak.

At a time when the world is battling with coronavirus, there are reports that streaming platforms like Netflix and others are winning big with people streaming from their homes, having being holed up because of the viral outbreak. Governments around the world have put in place bans or issued advisory against coming together in large numbers. With people restricted to their homes, streaming platforms are having the last laugh. Also, since movie halls have been shut down in most parts of the world, filmmakers have postponed the release of their films, shifting the dates to later part of the year. With no access to entertainment, people are said to binge-watch at homes. The latest James Bond instalment, ‘No Time to Die’, ‘Peter Rabbit 2’, ‘A Quiet Place Part II’ and ‘Fast & Furious 9’ have all been postponed. Even film festivals like Tribeca Film Festival, ZEE Cine Awards and even Cannes is said to have been postponed. In such times, people turning to streaming giants is good news for these platforms. “Amid fears over a global economic slowdown from the widening coronavirus outbreak, companies like Netflix that provide in-home services are best positioned to withstand the storm or even see upside from the crisis,” reported Variety at the end of February, noting that while global stock markets plummeted, Netflix’s share price had actually risen 0.8%. In pics: From movie shoots to award shows, events that have got affected due to coronavirus Disney+ could also cash in on this situation as it gets ready to premiere in the UK on March 24 and March 29 in India. Disney+ offers a vast back catalogue of features from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, the Star Wars universe and National Geographic. In fact, Disney+ Hotstar had launched its Disney content on the platform ahead of its schedule, but have today, recalled it all. They said that they were “beta testing” for the original premiere.

Streaming platforms big hit amid coronavirus outbreak

<p>If you open your Hotstar app now, you will surprised with what it’s called -- Disney+ Hotstar. Yes, that’s their official name now.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Even though Disney bought Hotstar a while back and announced its own streaming channel Disney+ last year, it’s entering India as a merged property. The Disney+ platform will launch in India on March 29, at the start of 2020 Indian Premier League season. The new branding is now available on both Android and iOS.</p>

<p>Disney+'s blue colour theme has replaced Hotstar's green one, with both “Hotstar Premium” and ‘Hotstar VIP’ also remodelling their icons — just the letters ‘P’ and ‘V’ instead of the old crown and star, respectively — and dropping Hotstar.</p>

<p>With the new branding, the streaming platform will now give its users access to all things owned by the Disney network. This includes movies such as ‘Captain America: Civil War’, ‘Doctor Strange’, ‘Cars 3’, ‘Atlantis: The Lost Empire’, and ‘A Bug's Life’. There will also be a plethora of TV shows like ‘Gravity Falls’, ‘Timon &amp; Pumbaa’, ‘Disney The Lion Guard’, ‘Mickey Mouse’ (Shorts), ‘Doc McStuffins’, ‘Tangled: The Series’ and others.</p>

<p>All the content will be available in four languages: English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. VIP users will get access to everything, but they will need Premium for English-language.</p>


If you open your Hotstar app now, you will surprised with what it’s called -- Disney+ Hotstar. Yes, that’s their official name now. Even though Disney bought Hotstar a while back and announced its own streaming channel Disney+ last year, it’s entering India as a merged property.

If you open your Hotstar app now, you will surprised with what it’s called -- Disney+ Hotstar. Yes, that’s their official name now. Even though Disney bought Hotstar a while back and announced its own streaming channel Disney+ last year, it’s entering India as a merged property. The Disney+ platform will launch in India on March 29, at the start of 2020 Indian Premier League season. The new branding is now available on both Android and iOS. Disney+'s blue colour theme has replaced Hotstar's green one, with both “Hotstar Premium” and ‘Hotstar VIP’ also remodelling their icons — just the letters ‘P’ and ‘V’ instead of the old crown and star, respectively — and dropping Hotstar. With the new branding, the streaming platform will now give its users access to all things owned by the Disney network. This includes movies such as ‘Captain America: Civil War’, ‘Doctor Strange’, ‘Cars 3’, ‘Atlantis: The Lost Empire’, and ‘A Bug's Life’. There will also be a plethora of TV shows like ‘Gravity Falls’, ‘Timon & Pumbaa’, ‘Disney The Lion Guard’, ‘Mickey Mouse’ (Shorts), ‘Doc McStuffins’, ‘Tangled: The Series’ and others. All the content will be available in four languages: English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. VIP users will get access to everything, but they will need Premium for English-language.

Hotstar is now Disney+Hotstar, ahead of launch of streaming platform in India on March 29

<p>Disney is moving fast with its content. They have now made rumours of Hocus Pocus returning, a reality.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The witches will finally return to Salem as Disney has now hired director Adam Shankman to helm ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ as a Disney+ original film.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shankman has also been roped in to direct ‘Disenchanted’, the sequel to ‘Enchanted’ but we are not sure if he will go ahead with both the projects and if true then which one first.</p>

<p>‘Hocus Pocus 2’ will be a sequel to the hit 1993 film and not a straight-up remake. The makers are trying to get the &nbsp;original actresses -- Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy -- to reprise their roles as the Sanderson Sisters.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, as per a Variety report, none of the three previous stars are currently attached to the Disney project.</p>


Disney is moving fast with its content. They have now made rumours of Hocus Pocus returning, a reality. The witches will finally return to Salem as Disney has now hired director Adam Shankman to helm ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ as a Disney+ original film.

Disney is moving fast with its content. They have now made rumours of Hocus Pocus returning, a reality. The witches will finally return to Salem as Disney has now hired director Adam Shankman to helm ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ as a Disney+ original film. Shankman has also been roped in to direct ‘Disenchanted’, the sequel to ‘Enchanted’ but we are not sure if he will go ahead with both the projects and if true then which one first. ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ will be a sequel to the hit 1993 film and not a straight-up remake. The makers are trying to get the original actresses -- Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy -- to reprise their roles as the Sanderson Sisters. However, as per a Variety report, none of the three previous stars are currently attached to the Disney project.

'Hocus Pocus' sequel to return as Disney+ film with director Adam Shankman

<p>The most trending story today was about the death of legendary Hollywood actor Kirk Douglas who starred in some of the biggest films ever, worked in the day and age that is today referred to as the golden era of Hollywood and won several accolades in a career that spanned several decades.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Here are our top picks of the day:</p>

<p><strong>Hollywood, Bollywood celebs pay tribute to legendary actor Kirk Douglas on his death</strong></p>

<p>With a career spanning over six decades and having starred in more than 90 films including some classics like ‘Spartacus’ and ‘Ace in the Hole’, Kirk is today remembered as one of the greatest actors of all time.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-bollywood-celebs-pay-tribute-to-legendary-actor-kirk-douglas-on-his-death-278989">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-bollywood-celebs-pay-tribute-to-legendary-actor-kirk-douglas-on-his-death-278989</a></p>

<p><strong>Disney+ to launch in India on March 29</strong></p>

<p>The streaming platform launched in the US in November last year and will now make its foray into the Indian market on March 29, 2020. It will enter the Indian market through its Hotstar app.&nbsp;Disney had acquired Hotstar streaming service in 2017 as part of its acquisition of Fox Studios, which also included the entire Star India group.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/disney-to-launch-in-india-on-march-29-279086">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/disney-to-launch-in-india-on-march-29-279086</a></p>

<p><strong>No, there is no 'Hannah Montana' prequel in the works</strong></p>

<p>Billy Ray Cyrus in an interview with HollywoodLife said he wants it to happen but there is no official statement from Disney on that. Billy, father of Miley Cyrus also played reel-life father to Miley’s character in the hit TV series Hannah Montana.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/no-there-is-no-hannah-montana-prequel-in-the-works-279018">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/no-there-is-no-hannah-montana-prequel-in-the-works-279018</a></p>

<p><strong>'Avengers' actor Mark Ruffalo urges EU 'heroism' in chemical pollution fight</strong></p>

<p>US actor and environmental activist Mark Ruffalo urged Europeans on Wednesday to be "heroes" in the fight against chemical pollutants in the world's waterways, the central theme of his latest film 'Dark Waters'.</p>

<p>Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-avengers-actor-mark-ruffalo-urges-eu-heroism-in-chemical-pollution-fight-278972">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-avengers-actor-mark-ruffalo-urges-eu-heroism-in-chemical-pollution-fight-278972</a></p>

<p><strong>Prada makes deal with New York City after racism controversy</strong></p>

<p>Prada will take steps to fight racism and promote diversity under a deal struck with the city government in New York on Wednesday following controversy over its sale of monkey-like keychain figurines.</p>

<p>Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/prada-makes-deal-with-new-york-city-after-racism-controversy-278970">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/prada-makes-deal-with-new-york-city-after-racism-controversy-278970</a></p>


The most trending story today was about the death of legendary Hollywood actor Kirk Douglas who starred in some of the biggest films ever, worked in the day and age that is today referred to as the golden era of Hollywood and won several accolades in a career that spanned several decades.

The most trending story today was about the death of legendary Hollywood actor Kirk Douglas who starred in some of the biggest films ever, worked in the day and age that is today referred to as the golden era of Hollywood and won several accolades in a career that spanned several decades. Here are our top picks of the day: Hollywood, Bollywood celebs pay tribute to legendary actor Kirk Douglas on his death With a career spanning over six decades and having starred in more than 90 films including some classics like ‘Spartacus’ and ‘Ace in the Hole’, Kirk is today remembered as one of the greatest actors of all time. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-bollywood-celebs-pay-tribute-to-legendary-actor-kirk-douglas-on-his-death-278989 Disney+ to launch in India on March 29 The streaming platform launched in the US in November last year and will now make its foray into the Indian market on March 29, 2020. It will enter the Indian market through its Hotstar app. Disney had acquired Hotstar streaming service in 2017 as part of its acquisition of Fox Studios, which also included the entire Star India group. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/disney-to-launch-in-india-on-march-29-279086 No, there is no 'Hannah Montana' prequel in the works Billy Ray Cyrus in an interview with HollywoodLife said he wants it to happen but there is no official statement from Disney on that. Billy, father of Miley Cyrus also played reel-life father to Miley’s character in the hit TV series Hannah Montana. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/no-there-is-no-hannah-montana-prequel-in-the-works-279018 'Avengers' actor Mark Ruffalo urges EU 'heroism' in chemical pollution fight US actor and environmental activist Mark Ruffalo urged Europeans on Wednesday to be "heroes" in the fight against chemical pollutants in the world's waterways, the central theme of his latest film 'Dark Waters'. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-avengers-actor-mark-ruffalo-urges-eu-heroism-in-chemical-pollution-fight-278972 Prada makes deal with New York City after racism controversy Prada will take steps to fight racism and promote diversity under a deal struck with the city government in New York on Wednesday following controversy over its sale of monkey-like keychain figurines. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/prada-makes-deal-with-new-york-city-after-racism-controversy-278970

Top 5 Hollywood news today: Kirk Douglas no more, Disney+ to launch in India

<p>American singer Bruno Mars has teamed up with Disney to develop a music-themed theatrical feature that he will not only star in but also produce.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to Billboard, the film will feature original music created and performed by the singer.</p>

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<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/disney-to-launch-in-india-on-march-29-279086">Disney+ to launch in India on March 29</a></p>

<p>However, further details about the movie's plot are still being kept under wraps. Bruno took to his social media to unveil the news.</p>

<p>"If your heart is in your dream No request is too extreme When you wish upon a Star" #MarsMeetsTheMouse #ImGoingToDisneyland #YESSS!!," Mars captioned the post, shared on Instagram.<br />
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A similar post was also shared on his Twitter account. In the video posted by the singer, he can be seen playing the piano inside a recording studio.<br />
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The untitled music-driven feature will be Bruno's first major film role after almost twenty-eight years since making an appearance as Little Elvis in a comedy/mystery film 'Honeymoon in Vegas'.<br />
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In 2014 he has also voiced a character in the animated film 'Rio 2'.</p>


American singer Bruno Mars has teamed up with Disney to develop a music-themed theatrical feature that he will not only star in but also produce. According to Billboard, the film will feature original music created and performed by the singer.

American singer Bruno Mars has teamed up with Disney to develop a music-themed theatrical feature that he will not only star in but also produce. According to Billboard, the film will feature original music created and performed by the singer. View this post on Instagram “If your heart is in your dream ‬ No request is too extreme ‬ ‪When you wish upon a Star”🎶 #MarsMeetsTheMouse #ImGoingToDisneyland #YESSS!!😜 ‬ A post shared by Bruno Mars (@brunomars) on Feb 6, 2020 at 9:34am PST × Also read: Disney+ to launch in India on March 29 However, further details about the movie's plot are still being kept under wraps. Bruno took to his social media to unveil the news. "If your heart is in your dream No request is too extreme When you wish upon a Star" #MarsMeetsTheMouse #ImGoingToDisneyland #YESSS!!," Mars captioned the post, shared on Instagram. A similar post was also shared on his Twitter account. In the video posted by the singer, he can be seen playing the piano inside a recording studio. The untitled music-driven feature will be Bruno's first major film role after almost twenty-eight years since making an appearance as Little Elvis in a comedy/mystery film 'Honeymoon in Vegas'. In 2014 he has also voiced a character in the animated film 'Rio 2'.

Bruno Mars to star in Disney's music-driven feature film

<p>In an exciting news update for all those who are obsessed with Disney content, their streaming platform, Disney+ is finally coming to India.</p>

<p>The streaming platform launched in the US in November last year and will now make its foray into the Indian market on March 29, 2020. It will enter Indian market through its Hotstar app.</p>

<p>The announcement was made by Disney CEO Robert Iger during the company's quarterly earnings call. He said, "We're excited to announce that we will be launching Disney Plus in India through our Hotstar service on March 29 at the beginning of the Indian Premier League cricket season. "We see this as a great opportunity to use the proven platform of Hotstar to launch the new Disney Plus service in one of the most populous countries and fastest-growing economies in the world.”</p>

<p>The company has plans of rebranding the Hotstar app to Disney Plus Hotstar.</p>

<p>Disney had acquired Hotstar streaming service in 2017 as part of its acquisition of Fox Studios, which also included the entire Star India group. As of now, most of the premium Disney content is available on the app.&nbsp;</p>


In an exciting news update for all those who are obsessed with Disney content, their streaming platform, Disney+ is finally coming to India. The streaming platform launched in the US in November last year and will now make its foray into the Indian market on March 29, 2020.

In an exciting news update for all those who are obsessed with Disney content, their streaming platform, Disney+ is finally coming to India. The streaming platform launched in the US in November last year and will now make its foray into the Indian market on March 29, 2020. It will enter Indian market through its Hotstar app. The announcement was made by Disney CEO Robert Iger during the company's quarterly earnings call. He said, "We're excited to announce that we will be launching Disney Plus in India through our Hotstar service on March 29 at the beginning of the Indian Premier League cricket season. "We see this as a great opportunity to use the proven platform of Hotstar to launch the new Disney Plus service in one of the most populous countries and fastest-growing economies in the world.” The company has plans of rebranding the Hotstar app to Disney Plus Hotstar. Disney had acquired Hotstar streaming service in 2017 as part of its acquisition of Fox Studios, which also included the entire Star India group. As of now, most of the premium Disney content is available on the app.

Disney+ to launch in India on March 29

<p>Walt Disney Co's new streaming service Disney+ reached 28.6 million paying subscribers this week, the company said on Tuesday as it reported quarterly earnings that beat Wall Street forecasts.</p>

<p>Shares of Disney were flat following the results after bouncing between positive and negative territory.</p>

<p>The results showed Disney made a strong entrance into the streaming video wars dominated by Netflix Inc. The owner of sports powerhouse ESPN is trying to transform its business to capture audiences that are moving online.</p>

<p>Analysts at three brokerages had expected more than 20 million subscribers to Disney+, which is available in five countries including the United States. Disney+ will be available in India on March 29 through streaming service Hotstar.</p>

<p>Netflix, which began delivering online video 13 years ago, boasts 67.7 million paid subscribers in the United States and Canada.</p>

<p>Subscribers at Hulu, a streaming service Disney now controls, climbed to 30.7 million as of Monday, the company said. ESPN+ customers reached 7.6 million this week.</p>

<p>"(I) believe we're now well-positioned to not only withstand the disruptive forces of technology but thrive in today's increasingly dynamic media environment," Disney Chief Executive Bob Iger said on a conference call.</p>

<p>Iger said 50% of Disney+ subscribers signed up directly with the company and 20% came from its partnership with Verizon Communications Inc. He said the service did not experience significant cancellations after the end "The Mandalorian," a "Star Wars" series that became a cultural phenomenon thanks to a character commonly called Baby Yoda.</p>

<p>During an earnings call, Iger said that "The Mandalorian" will return in October and will go beyond season two, "including the possibility of infusing it with more characters and taking those characters in their own direction in terms of series."</p>

<p>Selling Disney+ in a bundle with ESPN+ and Hulu helped lower cancellation rates, Iger added.</p>

<p>Earnings for the quarter grew with help from healthy business at Disney's theme parks and the strong performance of animated movie "Frozen 2."</p>

<p>Excluding certain items, Disney earned $1.53 per share, above the average analyst estimate of $1.44, according to IBES data from Refinitiv. Revenue rose to $20.9 billion (16.03 billion pounds), up 36% from a year earlier.</p>

<p>The parks, experiences and products division posted operating income of $2.3 billion, up 9% from the prior year.</p>

<p>Disney was forced to close both Shanghai Disney Resort and Hong Kong Disneyland in late January during the busy Chinese New Year holiday to help stop the spread of coronavirus.</p>

<p>The closings could shave $135 million off operating income at Shanghai, and $40 million at Hong Kong, if they extend for two months, Chief Financial Officer Christine McCarthy said.</p>

<p>The bulk of Disney's theme parks revenue comes from its U.S. parks. Iger told CNBC that advance U.S. bookings had not been affected.</p>

<p>The Hong Kong park could see an additional $105 million decline in operating income during the quarter, McCarthy said, as ongoing anti-government protests have depressed tourism.</p>

<p>Disney's direct-to-consumer and international segment, the division that is spending big to build the streaming business, reported an operating loss of $693 million, below analyst expectations.</p>

<p>Operating income in Disney's media unit, home to ESPN, the Disney Channels and ABC, rose 23% to $1.6 billion.</p>

<p>Profit more than tripled at the movie studio to $948 million.</p>


Walt Disney Co's new streaming service Disney+ reached 28.6 million paying subscribers this week, the company said on Tuesday as it reported quarterly earnings that beat Wall Street forecasts.

Walt Disney Co's new streaming service Disney+ reached 28.6 million paying subscribers this week, the company said on Tuesday as it reported quarterly earnings that beat Wall Street forecasts. Shares of Disney were flat following the results after bouncing between positive and negative territory. The results showed Disney made a strong entrance into the streaming video wars dominated by Netflix Inc. The owner of sports powerhouse ESPN is trying to transform its business to capture audiences that are moving online. Analysts at three brokerages had expected more than 20 million subscribers to Disney+, which is available in five countries including the United States. Disney+ will be available in India on March 29 through streaming service Hotstar. Netflix, which began delivering online video 13 years ago, boasts 67.7 million paid subscribers in the United States and Canada. Subscribers at Hulu, a streaming service Disney now controls, climbed to 30.7 million as of Monday, the company said. ESPN+ customers reached 7.6 million this week. "(I) believe we're now well-positioned to not only withstand the disruptive forces of technology but thrive in today's increasingly dynamic media environment," Disney Chief Executive Bob Iger said on a conference call. Iger said 50% of Disney+ subscribers signed up directly with the company and 20% came from its partnership with Verizon Communications Inc. He said the service did not experience significant cancellations after the end "The Mandalorian," a "Star Wars" series that became a cultural phenomenon thanks to a character commonly called Baby Yoda. During an earnings call, Iger said that "The Mandalorian" will return in October and will go beyond season two, "including the possibility of infusing it with more characters and taking those characters in their own direction in terms of series." Selling Disney+ in a bundle with ESPN+ and Hulu helped lower cancellation rates, Iger added. Earnings for the quarter grew with help from healthy business at Disney's theme parks and the strong performance of animated movie "Frozen 2." Excluding certain items, Disney earned $1.53 per share, above the average analyst estimate of $1.44, according to IBES data from Refinitiv. Revenue rose to $20.9 billion (16.03 billion pounds), up 36% from a year earlier. The parks, experiences and products division posted operating income of $2.3 billion, up 9% from the prior year. Disney was forced to close both Shanghai Disney Resort and Hong Kong Disneyland in late January during the busy Chinese New Year holiday to help stop the spread of coronavirus. The closings could shave $135 million off operating income at Shanghai, and $40 million at Hong Kong, if they extend for two months, Chief Financial Officer Christine McCarthy said. The bulk of Disney's theme parks revenue comes from its U.S. parks. Iger told CNBC that advance U.S. bookings had not been affected. The Hong Kong park could see an additional $105 million decline in operating income during the quarter, McCarthy said, as ongoing anti-government protests have depressed tourism. Disney's direct-to-consumer and international segment, the division that is spending big to build the streaming business, reported an operating loss of $693 million, below analyst expectations. Operating income in Disney's media unit, home to ESPN, the Disney Channels and ABC, rose 23% to $1.6 billion. Profit more than tripled at the movie studio to $948 million.

Baby Yoda powers Disney streaming subscriptions to fast start

<p>Actor Owen Wilson is in talks with the makers as he can prospectively join Marvel`s upcoming 'Loki'&nbsp;series. The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/disney-to-debut-its-streaming-platform-called-disney-in-late-2019-176433">Disney+</a> show has Tom Hiddleston playing the role of the trickster God alike his role in the 2011 movie 'Thor'.<br />
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The news agency shares that the makers are considering Owen for a major role in the series. The character's death was sketched in 'Avengers: Infinity War'&nbsp;but was brought back through the time travel storyline.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/tom-hiddleston-confirmed-to-get-own-spin-off-series-on-disney-streaming-platform-176865">Tom Hiddleston's Loki confirmed to get spin-off series on Disney streaming platform</a><br />
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Loki showed up in 2019 release 'Avengers: Endgame'&nbsp;for a brief duration. The plot of the series revolves around the character's rejuvenated version. Michael Waldron has taken up the responsibility to pen down the story for Loki, and will also be seen as a show creator and executive producer of the series.<br />
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'Loki'&nbsp;is one of the number of shows Marvel Studios is producing for Disney+, other than 'Falcon'&nbsp;and 'The Winter Soldier'.</p>


Actor Owen Wilson is in talks with the makers as he can prospectively join Marvel`s upcoming 'Loki' series. The Disney+ show has Tom Hiddleston playing the role of the trickster God alike his role in the 2011 movie 'Thor'.

Actor Owen Wilson is in talks with the makers as he can prospectively join Marvel`s upcoming 'Loki' series. The Disney+ show has Tom Hiddleston playing the role of the trickster God alike his role in the 2011 movie 'Thor'. The news agency shares that the makers are considering Owen for a major role in the series. The character's death was sketched in 'Avengers: Infinity War' but was brought back through the time travel storyline. Also read: Tom Hiddleston's Loki confirmed to get spin-off series on Disney streaming platform Loki showed up in 2019 release 'Avengers: Endgame' for a brief duration. The plot of the series revolves around the character's rejuvenated version. Michael Waldron has taken up the responsibility to pen down the story for Loki, and will also be seen as a show creator and executive producer of the series. 'Loki' is one of the number of shows Marvel Studios is producing for Disney+, other than 'Falcon' and 'The Winter Soldier'.

Owen Wilson likely to star in Marvel's 'Loki' series

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