Natalie Portman is a mom of three. The 45-year-old actress has given birth to her third child, which is also with her partner, the French music producer Tanguy Destable. &nbsp;Portman, who keeps her personal life, mostly out of the media glare, announced her pregnancy in April this year. &nbsp;&nbsp;Natalie Portman welcomes third child with partner Tanguy Destable. Portman gave birth to her first child with Destable in Paris in July, a source told People. This is the actress's third child. She's also a mom of son Aleph, 15, and daughter Amalia, 9, whom she shares with her ex-husband and choreographer Benjamin Millepied.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/is-robert-pattinson-dramatic-in-primetime-actor-responds-to-chris-hansen-s-comments-1788622150738">Is Robert Pattinson over dramatic in Primetime? Actor responds</a>&nbsp;However, no official confirmation has been made yet. &nbsp; In April, Portman shared the good news herself.&nbsp;&nbsp;In an interview with Harper's Bazaar, the actress said that she's very equally, ‘’excited and grateful.'' &nbsp;“Tanguy and I are very excited,” she says. “I’m just very grateful. I know it’s such a privilege and a miracle.” &nbsp;&nbsp;Speaking further, the actress described her feelings, saying, “There is a gratitude that when you’re young, you don’t necessarily grasp.” &nbsp;“And there’s a calm and knowing myself: who I want to spend time with, what kind of energy I want around me that makes the experience so beautiful every day. And knowing it’s probably the last time, I cherish every moment,” the Hollywood star added.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/nicolas-cage-s-spider-noir-will-not-return-for-season-2-1788620356571">Nicolas Cage's Spider Noir will not return for Season 2</a>&nbsp;During her pregnancy, she revealed that most of time she spending is with her kids. ‘’There’s been beautiful spring weather,” she said, adding, “so it’s been pretty amazing to just walk in the incredible parks here and go see art. Just the usual things you do when you’re not working!”&nbsp;She also shared, “In France, they consider full-term to be 41 weeks rather than 40, so I guess I get an extra week to be pregnant this time around.”&nbsp;The news of Portman and Destable's romance first came in March 2025. It has been reported that they met through mutual friends. &nbsp;&nbsp;Destable is a music producer from Paris and has been working in the industry for years now. He produced the score for the 2024 Oscar-nominated film I'm Still Here and has worked with pop stars such as Katy Perry and Lady Gaga. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Natalie Portman, who keeps her personal life, mostly out of the media glare, announced her pregnancy in April this year.  The actress has two children, a son, Aleph, 14, and a daughter, Amalia, 9, from her previous marriage to choreographer Benjamin Millepied.

Natalie Portman is a mom of three. The 45-year-old actress has given birth to her third child, which is also with her partner, the French music producer Tanguy Destable. Portman, who keeps her personal life, mostly out of the media glare, announced her pregnancy in April this year. Natalie Portman welcomes third child with partner Tanguy Destable. Portman gave birth to her first child with Destable in Paris in July, a source told People. This is the actress's third child. She's also a mom of son Aleph, 15, and daughter Amalia, 9, whom she shares with her ex-husband and choreographer Benjamin Millepied. Also read: Is Robert Pattinson over dramatic in Primetime? Actor responds However, no official confirmation has been made yet. In April, Portman shared the good news herself. In an interview with Harper's Bazaar, the actress said that she's very equally, ‘’excited and grateful.'' “Tanguy and I are very excited,” she says. “I’m just very grateful. I know it’s such a privilege and a miracle.” Speaking further, the actress described her feelings, saying, “There is a gratitude that when you’re young, you don’t necessarily grasp.” “And there’s a calm and knowing myself: who I want to spend time with, what kind of energy I want around me that makes the experience so beautiful every day. And knowing it’s probably the last time, I cherish every moment,” the Hollywood star added. Also read: Nicolas Cage's Spider Noir will not return for Season 2 During her pregnancy, she revealed that most of time she spending is with her kids. ‘’There’s been beautiful spring weather,” she said, adding, “so it’s been pretty amazing to just walk in the incredible parks here and go see art. Just the usual things you do when you’re not working!” She also shared, “In France, they consider full-term to be 41 weeks rather than 40, so I guess I get an extra week to be pregnant this time around.” The news of Portman and Destable's romance first came in March 2025. It has been reported that they met through mutual friends. Destable is a music producer from Paris and has been working in the industry for years now. He produced the score for the 2024 Oscar-nominated film I'm Still Here and has worked with pop stars such as Katy Perry and Lady Gaga.

Natalie Portman, who keeps her personal life, mostly out of the media glare, announced her pregnancy in April this year. &nbsp;The actress has two children, a son, Aleph, 14, and a daughter, Amalia, 9, from her previous marriage to choreographer Benjamin Millepied.

Natalie Portman gives birth to her third child, and first with partner Tanguy Destable

Natalie Portman is going to be a mum, again! The actress is set to welcome her third child, and first with her current partner, the French music producer Tanguy Destable.&nbsp;Portman confirmed the news in an interview with Harper's Bazaar, saying that she's very equally, ‘’excited and grateful.''&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/sydney-sweeney-scooter-braun-make-it-official-as-latter-shares-cosy-photo-1776437584952">Sydney Sweeney-Scooter Braun make it official as latter shares cosy photo</a>&nbsp;“Tanguy and I are very excited,” she says. “I’m just very grateful. I know it’s such a privilege and a miracle.”&nbsp;Speaking further, the actress described her feelings, saying, “There is a gratitude that when you’re young, you don’t necessarily grasp.”&nbsp;“And there’s a calm and knowing myself: who I want to spend time with, what kind of energy I want around me that makes the experience so beautiful every day. And knowing it’s probably the last time, I cherish every moment,” the Hollywood star added.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/-don-t-know-if-this-is-for-me-euphoria-actress-barbie-ferreira-reveals-her-exit-from-show-after-season-2-1776432273065">Euphoria actress Barbie Ferreira reveals her exit from show after season 2</a>&nbsp;The Thor: Love and Thunder actress has two children, a son, Aleph, 14, and a daughter, Amalia, 9, from her previous marriage to choreographer Benjamin Millepied.&nbsp;The actress has kept her children away from the media glare. But she's a doting mom and never fails to talk about and mention her little kids.&nbsp;&nbsp;Portman has conceived her third child at the age of 44. Speaking about how she's feeling physically, the actress said she has more energy than she thought and that this pregnancy feels similar to previous ones.&nbsp;To keep strong, the actress shared that she’s swimming, doing Gyrotonics and spending lots of time with her kids, “which is always the best.”<h2>Who is Tanguy Destable? Natalie Portman’s Boyfriend</h2>&nbsp;The news of Portman and French musician Tanguy Destable's dating first came out in March 2025. They met through mutual friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;Destable is a music producer from Paris and has been working in the industry for the past decade. He produced the score for the 2024 Oscar-nominated film I'm Still Here and has worked with pop stars such as Katy Perry and Lady Gaga.&nbsp;Before Natalie, Destable was previously married to French actress Louise Bourgoin, with whom he shares two sons.&nbsp;

Natalie Portman is pregnant! The actress is expecting her third child and first with her partner, the French music producer Tanguy Destable, after more than a year of dating.  

Natalie Portman is going to be a mum, again! The actress is set to welcome her third child, and first with her current partner, the French music producer Tanguy Destable. Portman confirmed the news in an interview with Harper's Bazaar, saying that she's very equally, ‘’excited and grateful.'' Also read: Sydney Sweeney-Scooter Braun make it official as latter shares cosy photo “Tanguy and I are very excited,” she says. “I’m just very grateful. I know it’s such a privilege and a miracle.” Speaking further, the actress described her feelings, saying, “There is a gratitude that when you’re young, you don’t necessarily grasp.” “And there’s a calm and knowing myself: who I want to spend time with, what kind of energy I want around me that makes the experience so beautiful every day. And knowing it’s probably the last time, I cherish every moment,” the Hollywood star added. Also read: Euphoria actress Barbie Ferreira reveals her exit from show after season 2 The Thor: Love and Thunder actress has two children, a son, Aleph, 14, and a daughter, Amalia, 9, from her previous marriage to choreographer Benjamin Millepied. The actress has kept her children away from the media glare. But she's a doting mom and never fails to talk about and mention her little kids. Portman has conceived her third child at the age of 44. Speaking about how she's feeling physically, the actress said she has more energy than she thought and that this pregnancy feels similar to previous ones. To keep strong, the actress shared that she’s swimming, doing Gyrotonics and spending lots of time with her kids, “which is always the best.” Who is Tanguy Destable? Natalie Portman’s Boyfriend The news of Portman and French musician Tanguy Destable's dating first came out in March 2025. They met through mutual friends. Destable is a music producer from Paris and has been working in the industry for the past decade. He produced the score for the 2024 Oscar-nominated film I'm Still Here and has worked with pop stars such as Katy Perry and Lady Gaga. Before Natalie, Destable was previously married to French actress Louise Bourgoin, with whom he shares two sons.

Natalie Portman is pregnant! The actress is expecting her third child and first with her partner, the French music producer Tanguy Destable, after more than a year of dating. &nbsp;

Natalie Portman is pregnant! Expecting third child with partner Tanguy Destable

At the Sundance Film Festival premiere of her movie “The Gallerist,” actor Natalie Portman condemned the actions of ICE, following another fatal shooting during the Minneapolis ICE protests.


'Horrific Moment': Natalie Portman Condemns I.C.E.; Wears 'ICE Out' Pin At Sundance

Hollywood actress Natalie Portman had recently attended the Sundance Film Festival on January 24 for the premiere of the latest film, The Gallerist. During the press conference, the Thor actress called out the Academy Awards for overlooking the women-directed movies in the 2026 nominations. Let's delve into knowing more.<h2>What did Natalie Portman say about the 2026 Oscar nominations?</h2>As per the report of Variety, the interaction took place ahead of the world premiere of The Gallerist at this year's festival. In regard to the Oscar nominations of 2026, the actress stated, "So many of the best films I saw this year were made by women. You just see the barriers at entry level because so many were not recognised at awards time."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/did-hrithik-roshan-get-injured-actor-spotted-using-elbow-crutches-at-event-watch-1769327807019">Did Hrithik Roshan get injured? Actor spotted using elbow crutches at event | Watch</a>&nbsp;She further stated, "Between Sorry Baby and Left-Handed Girl and Hedda and The Testament of Ann Lee, there are extraordinary films this year that I think a lot of people are enjoying and loving but are not getting the accolades they deserve."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/border-2-box-office-collection-day-2-sunny-deol-s-starrer-mints-this-much-on-saturday-1769310546288">Border 2 BO collection Day 2: Sunny Deol starrer mints THIS much on Saturday</a>&nbsp;Speaking about the brutality of ICE, the Black Swan actress responded, "It's really impossible not to talk about what is happening right now and the brutality of ICE and how it has to stop immediately. But, also, there's a beautiful community that Americans are showing right now. They're showing up for each other, protecting each other and fighting for their freedom. It's a bittersweet moment to celebrate something we're so proud of against the backdrop of our nation in pain."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/humilated-traumatised-mouni-roy-speaks-out-on-shocking-incident-of-harassment-at-public-event-in-haryana-1769272100871">Humiliated, traumatised: Mouni Roy on facing harassment at event in Haryana</a><h2>All about Natalie Portman's film The Gallerist</h2>The Gallerist is helmed by Cathy Yan and stars Jenna Ortega, Sterling K. Brown, Zach Galifianakis, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, and Catherine Zeta-Jones. The Gallerist premiered at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival on January 24, 2026, followed by a theatrical release later in the year.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/cha-eun-woo-s-tax-evasion-case-actor-s-agency-fantagio-denies-any-involvement-issues-statement-1769263377661">Cha Eun Woo's tax evasion case: Actor's agency Fantagio denies any involvement</a>&nbsp;For the unversed, Natalie Portman was last seen in a heist film titled Fountain of Youth, directed by Guy Ritchie and written by James Vanderbilt. It stars John Krasinski, Eiza Gonzalez, Domhnall Gleeson and Arian Moayed, among others. Fountain of Youth was released May 23, 2025, on Apple TV+.

Natalie Portman at a recent event has called out the snub of women-directed films in recent Oscar nominations. The actress even spoke about the brutality of ICE in regard to the fatal shooting of Renee Good. 

Hollywood actress Natalie Portman had recently attended the Sundance Film Festival on January 24 for the premiere of the latest film, The Gallerist. During the press conference, the Thor actress called out the Academy Awards for overlooking the women-directed movies in the 2026 nominations. Let's delve into knowing more. What did Natalie Portman say about the 2026 Oscar nominations? As per the report of Variety, the interaction took place ahead of the world premiere of The Gallerist at this year's festival. In regard to the Oscar nominations of 2026, the actress stated, "So many of the best films I saw this year were made by women. You just see the barriers at entry level because so many were not recognised at awards time." Also Read: Did Hrithik Roshan get injured? Actor spotted using elbow crutches at event | Watch She further stated, "Between Sorry Baby and Left-Handed Girl and Hedda and The Testament of Ann Lee, there are extraordinary films this year that I think a lot of people are enjoying and loving but are not getting the accolades they deserve." Also Read: Border 2 BO collection Day 2: Sunny Deol starrer mints THIS much on Saturday Speaking about the brutality of ICE, the Black Swan actress responded, "It's really impossible not to talk about what is happening right now and the brutality of ICE and how it has to stop immediately. But, also, there's a beautiful community that Americans are showing right now. They're showing up for each other, protecting each other and fighting for their freedom. It's a bittersweet moment to celebrate something we're so proud of against the backdrop of our nation in pain." Also Read: Humiliated, traumatised: Mouni Roy on facing harassment at event in Haryana All about Natalie Portman's film The Gallerist The Gallerist is helmed by Cathy Yan and stars Jenna Ortega, Sterling K. Brown, Zach Galifianakis, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, and Catherine Zeta-Jones. The Gallerist premiered at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival on January 24, 2026, followed by a theatrical release later in the year. Also Read: Cha Eun Woo's tax evasion case: Actor's agency Fantagio denies any involvement For the unversed, Natalie Portman was last seen in a heist film titled Fountain of Youth, directed by Guy Ritchie and written by James Vanderbilt. It stars John Krasinski, Eiza Gonzalez, Domhnall Gleeson and Arian Moayed, among others. Fountain of Youth was released May 23, 2025, on Apple TV+.

Natalie Portman at a recent event has called out the snub of women-directed films in recent Oscar nominations. The actress even spoke about the brutality of ICE in regard to the fatal shooting of Renee Good.&nbsp;

Natalie Portman highlights the failure to recognise women-directed films in 2026 Oscar nominations: 'You just see the barriers...'

Natalie Portman is finally speaking out about her divorce from ex-husband Benjamin Millepied. The Oscar-winning actress recently appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and spoke about her divorce for the first time and even sang praises for singer Rihanna.&nbsp; 
 
Natalie and Rihanna reportedly had a brief interaction earlier this year in January, meeting outside the Dior Haute Couture show during Paris Fashion Week. The video of the two women chatting had gone viral back then - with the two lauding one another with compliments.&nbsp; 
 
"It was an amazing experience for me," Portman told Fallon, recalling her meeting with the singer. "I think every woman going through a divorce should get to have Rihanna say to her that she's a ‘bad b----.’"

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"It was exactly what I needed," Portman said of the Rihanna interaction before Fallon rolled the tape of the two meeting.&nbsp; 
 
In the video Portman can be heard saying "I love you," to the singer as they hugged. "I am a f---ing fan," Rihanna fired back. "Are you kidding me?" Portman said. 
 
"You are one of the hottest b----es in Hollywood. Forever," Rihanna professed. "I'm gonna faint," Portman declared.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-natalie-portman-has-divorced-her-husband-benjamin-millepied-reports-698128">Natalie Portman has divorced her husband Benjamin Millepied: Reports</a> 
 
"You do the most innocent look, and I'm like ‘Ahh,’" Rihanna added in the video. "I don't get excited about anybody, but I f---ing love you."

After the video was played, Portman told Fallon, "It was a formative moment in my life."&nbsp;The actress reiterated her feelings on the Today Show with Hoda &amp; Jenna. 
 
"It was exactly what I needed at that moment in my life," she told Hoda Kotb and Justin Sylvester. "And she served it to me. And I'm forever grateful. I love her… She is the hottest."

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Portman, 43, filed for divorce from Millepied, a dancer and choreographer, in July 2023. The divorce was finalised in March 2024. &nbsp;Portman and Millepied had met on the sets of the 2010 film Black Swan. Rumours of infidelity plagued the couple before their split. A French magazine reported that Millepied had an affair.&nbsp;

Natalie Portman is finally speaking out about her divorce from ex-husband Benjamin Millepied. The Oscar-winning actress recently appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and spoke about her divorce for the first time and even sang praises for singer Rihanna.

Natalie Portman is finally speaking out about her divorce from ex-husband Benjamin Millepied. The Oscar-winning actress recently appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and spoke about her divorce for the first time and even sang praises for singer Rihanna. Natalie and Rihanna reportedly had a brief interaction earlier this year in January, meeting outside the Dior Haute Couture show during Paris Fashion Week. The video of the two women chatting had gone viral back then - with the two lauding one another with compliments. "It was an amazing experience for me," Portman told Fallon, recalling her meeting with the singer. "I think every woman going through a divorce should get to have Rihanna say to her that she's a ‘bad b----.’" .@rihanna helped Natalie Portman deal with her divorce by telling her she's "one of the hottest bitches in Hollywood" 😂 #FallonTonight pic.twitter.com/DB7g2fkOId — The Tonight Show (@FallonTonight) July 16, 2024 × "It was exactly what I needed," Portman said of the Rihanna interaction before Fallon rolled the tape of the two meeting. In the video Portman can be heard saying "I love you," to the singer as they hugged. "I am a f---ing fan," Rihanna fired back. "Are you kidding me?" Portman said. "You are one of the hottest b----es in Hollywood. Forever," Rihanna professed. "I'm gonna faint," Portman declared. Natalie Portman has divorced her husband Benjamin Millepied: Reports "You do the most innocent look, and I'm like ‘Ahh,’" Rihanna added in the video. "I don't get excited about anybody, but I f---ing love you." After the video was played, Portman told Fallon, "It was a formative moment in my life." The actress reiterated her feelings on the Today Show with Hoda & Jenna. "It was exactly what I needed at that moment in my life," she told Hoda Kotb and Justin Sylvester. "And she served it to me. And I'm forever grateful. I love her… She is the hottest." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Natalie Portman (@natalieportman) × Portman, 43, filed for divorce from Millepied, a dancer and choreographer, in July 2023. The divorce was finalised in March 2024. Portman and Millepied had met on the sets of the 2010 film Black Swan. Rumours of infidelity plagued the couple before their split. A French magazine reported that Millepied had an affair.

Natalie Portman opens up about her divorce, thanks this celebrity for moral support

Natalie Portman and her husband of 11 years Benjamin Millepied are officially divorced. The actress had reportedly quietly filed for divorce from her director/choreographer Benjamin Millepied eight months ago and the former couple were granted divorce last month.&nbsp; 
 
A report on PEOPLE claims that Portman filed for&nbsp;divorce last July and was finalised in February in France, where Portman and Millepied live with their two children- son Aleph and daughter Amalia. 
 
A friend of the two has stated that navigating the separation after media reports claimed Millepied had briefly cheated on Portman, has not been easy for the actress.&nbsp; 
 
"It was initially really tough for her, but her friends rallied around her and helped get her through the worst of it," a friend of the couple told the publication.&nbsp;

"Natalie is coming out of a really tough and painful year but she's come out the other side of it stronger and is finding joy in her family, friends and work." 
 
Over the last year, ever since the news of Millepied's infidelity came out, the couple has been showing a united front as a family on various occasions.

"Her biggest priority has been ensuring a smooth transition for her children," the insider says.&nbsp; 
 
"She and Ben really love their kids and are equally focused on being the best co-parents they can be. Nothing is more important." 
 
There were clues for a while about the troubles in the marriage&nbsp;but sources claim that they were able to take time to work through issues and towards a 'new normal' privately.&nbsp;

Millepied is the choreographer on Dune: Part Two, the hit sequel starring Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, while Portman has been busy promoting her film May December. She is currently shooting the Guy Ritchie–helmed film Fountain of Youth.

Natalie Portman and her husband of 11 years Benjamin Millepied are officially divorced. The actress had reportedly quietly filed for divorce from her director/choreographer Benjamin Millepied eight months ago and the former couple were granted divorce last month.

Natalie Portman and her husband of 11 years Benjamin Millepied are officially divorced. The actress had reportedly quietly filed for divorce from her director/choreographer Benjamin Millepied eight months ago and the former couple were granted divorce last month. A report on PEOPLE claims that Portman filed for divorce last July and was finalised in February in France, where Portman and Millepied live with their two children- son Aleph and daughter Amalia. A friend of the two has stated that navigating the separation after media reports claimed Millepied had briefly cheated on Portman, has not been easy for the actress. "It was initially really tough for her, but her friends rallied around her and helped get her through the worst of it," a friend of the couple told the publication. "Natalie is coming out of a really tough and painful year but she's come out the other side of it stronger and is finding joy in her family, friends and work." Over the last year, ever since the news of Millepied's infidelity came out, the couple has been showing a united front as a family on various occasions. "Her biggest priority has been ensuring a smooth transition for her children," the insider says. "She and Ben really love their kids and are equally focused on being the best co-parents they can be. Nothing is more important." There were clues for a while about the troubles in the marriage but sources claim that they were able to take time to work through issues and towards a 'new normal' privately. Millepied is the choreographer on Dune: Part Two, the hit sequel starring Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, while Portman has been busy promoting her film May December. She is currently shooting the Guy Ritchie–helmed film Fountain of Youth.

Natalie Portman has divorced her husband Benjamin Millepied: Reports

Natalie Portman recently featured in a fun teaser for Vanity Fair’s annual Hollywood issue cover as she got talking about the decline of the movie star. The Oscar-winning actress said that kids these days have no idea who movie stars are. On the contrary, the kids know about popular YouTube stars.&nbsp;

Natalie said, “The striking thing has been the decline of film as a primary form of entertainment. It feels much more niche now. If you ask someone my kids’ age about movie stars, they don’t know anyone compared to YouTube stars, or whatever.”

<h2>Natalie Portman finds liberation in her art not being popular</h2>

But does she think that’s wrong? Well, the answer is no as she added, “There’s a liberation to it, in having your art not be popular. You can explore what’s interesting to you. It becomes much more about passion than about commerce. And interesting, too, to beware of it becoming something elitist. I think all of these art forms, when they become less popularised, you have to start being like, okay, who are we making this for anymore?”

She thinks this is a sign of good times because “there’s also been this democratisation of creativity, where gatekeepers have been demoted and everyone can make things and incredible talents come up.”

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“And the accessibility is incredible. If you lived in a small town, you might not have been able to access great art cinema when I was growing up. Now it feels like if you’ve got an internet connection, you can get access to anything. It’s pretty wild that you also feel like at the same time, more people than ever might see your weird art film because of his extraordinary access. So it’s this two-sided coin,” the Black Swan actress added.&nbsp;

<h2>No mystery around movie stars, feels Ana de Armas</h2>

There is no novelty in meeting or knowing a movie star with anyone finding instant fame and recognition courtesy the social media. Ana de Armas affirmed the idea herself last year when she spoke to Vanity Fair about there being no “mystery”. She said, “I feel like the new generations don’t have that concept, because of social media. There is so much information out there and oversharing. The concept of a movie star is someone untouchable you only see onscreen. That mystery is gone. For the most part, we’ve done that to ourselves — nobody’s keeping anything from anyone anymore.”

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Natalie Portman recently featured in a fun teaser for Vanity Fair’s annual Hollywood issue cover as she got talking about the decline of the movie star. The Oscar-winning actress said that kids these days have no idea who movie stars are.

Natalie Portman recently featured in a fun teaser for Vanity Fair’s annual Hollywood issue cover as she got talking about the decline of the movie star. The Oscar-winning actress said that kids these days have no idea who movie stars are. On the contrary, the kids know about popular YouTube stars. Natalie said, “The striking thing has been the decline of film as a primary form of entertainment. It feels much more niche now. If you ask someone my kids’ age about movie stars, they don’t know anyone compared to YouTube stars, or whatever.” Natalie Portman finds liberation in her art not being popular But does she think that’s wrong? Well, the answer is no as she added, “There’s a liberation to it, in having your art not be popular. You can explore what’s interesting to you. It becomes much more about passion than about commerce. And interesting, too, to beware of it becoming something elitist. I think all of these art forms, when they become less popularised, you have to start being like, okay, who are we making this for anymore?” She thinks this is a sign of good times because “there’s also been this democratisation of creativity, where gatekeepers have been demoted and everyone can make things and incredible talents come up.” Also read: Barry Keoghan strips down for magazine’s annual Hollywood issue: Check out cheeky teaser here “And the accessibility is incredible. If you lived in a small town, you might not have been able to access great art cinema when I was growing up. Now it feels like if you’ve got an internet connection, you can get access to anything. It’s pretty wild that you also feel like at the same time, more people than ever might see your weird art film because of his extraordinary access. So it’s this two-sided coin,” the Black Swan actress added. No mystery around movie stars, feels Ana de Armas There is no novelty in meeting or knowing a movie star with anyone finding instant fame and recognition courtesy the social media. Ana de Armas affirmed the idea herself last year when she spoke to Vanity Fair about there being no “mystery”. She said, “I feel like the new generations don’t have that concept, because of social media. There is so much information out there and oversharing. The concept of a movie star is someone untouchable you only see onscreen. That mystery is gone. For the most part, we’ve done that to ourselves — nobody’s keeping anything from anyone anymore.” Also read: Kelce-Swift mania grips Australia as viral pictures show TV channels going berserk as Kelce reaches Sydney

Natalie Portman: Kids these days don't know about movie stars

Natalie Portman has never been one to try her hands at method acting. The Oscar-winning actress, speaking about her latest film May December, said recently she’s never tried method acting during her career and added that many women can’t afford to do it.&nbsp;

Natalie said, “I’ve gotten very into roles, but I think it’s honestly a luxury that women can’t afford. I don’t think that children or partners would be very understanding of, you know, me making everyone call me ‘Jackie Kennedy’ all the time.”&nbsp;

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The actress added that as a mother she would not be able to do justice with method acting. This doesn’t mean that she doesn’t do serious prep. She did train as a ballet dancer for months to get into the character for Black Swan.

She worked on her diet to get into the skin of the character – like just eating almonds and carrots. But she is still able to separate herself from the character she’s playing during production.

Natalie Portman has never been one to try her hands at method acting. The Oscar-winning actress, speaking about her latest film May December, said recently she’s never tried method acting during her career and added that many women can’t afford to do it.

Natalie Portman has never been one to try her hands at method acting. The Oscar-winning actress, speaking about her latest film May December, said recently she’s never tried method acting during her career and added that many women can’t afford to do it. Natalie said, “I’ve gotten very into roles, but I think it’s honestly a luxury that women can’t afford. I don’t think that children or partners would be very understanding of, you know, me making everyone call me ‘Jackie Kennedy’ all the time.” Also read: Rashid Khan, singer of song Aaoge Jab Tum, passes away after battling cancer The actress added that as a mother she would not be able to do justice with method acting. This doesn’t mean that she doesn’t do serious prep. She did train as a ballet dancer for months to get into the character for Black Swan. She worked on her diet to get into the skin of the character – like just eating almonds and carrots. But she is still able to separate herself from the character she’s playing during production.

Natalie Portman calls method acting a ‘luxury that women can’t afford’

Hollywood star Natalie Portman will next be seen in Todd Haynes’ next film May December. The film stars Portman as actress Elizabeth Berry, who is set to portray Gracie Atherton-Yoo (Julianne Moore) in a movie. Gracie is a Georgia woman who became a notorious tabloid figure when she engaged in a sexual relationship with a 12-year-old boy, Joe. The film is based loosely on the story of teacher Mary Kay Letourneau, who had an affair with and married her teenage student, Vili Fualaau.

In the event&nbsp;of all this, twenty years have passed and Gracie is trying to move on from the scandal. But to prepare for her upcoming role, Elizabeth visits Gracie and Joe (Charles Melton), who is now 36. The couple is still together, married with children, but Elizabeth’s arrival exposes the fractures beneath their carefully constructed surface.

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About the film, Natalie Portman said, “There are so many refractions that all mirrors the work Todd put into it. How you see the characters with Samy [Burch]’s writing, where it switches as soon as you think you know something about them. You’re never sure or comfortable about who you’re supposed to be feeling. It was just a gift to get to do.”

Natalie also opened up about being a part of the industry as a child actress.&nbsp;When asked in an interview how she feels about the same, the Oscar-winning actress said, “I would not encourage young people to go into this. I don’t mean ever; I mean as children. I feel it was almost an accident of luck that I was not harmed, also combined with very overprotective, wonderful parents. You don’t like it when you’re a kid, and you’re grateful for it when you’re an adult.”&nbsp;

On whether she would be fine if her children followed her path, she said, “I’ve heard too many bad stories to think that any children should be part of it. Having said that, I know all the conversations that we’ve been having these past few years. It’s made people more aware and careful. But ultimately, I don’t believe that kids should work. I think kids should play and go to school.”

Hollywood star Natalie Portman will next be seen in Todd Haynes’ next film May December. The film stars Portman as actress Elizabeth Berry, who is set to portray Gracie Atherton-Yoo (Julianne Moore) in a movie.

Hollywood star Natalie Portman will next be seen in Todd Haynes’ next film May December. The film stars Portman as actress Elizabeth Berry, who is set to portray Gracie Atherton-Yoo (Julianne Moore) in a movie. Gracie is a Georgia woman who became a notorious tabloid figure when she engaged in a sexual relationship with a 12-year-old boy, Joe. The film is based loosely on the story of teacher Mary Kay Letourneau, who had an affair with and married her teenage student, Vili Fualaau. In the event of all this, twenty years have passed and Gracie is trying to move on from the scandal. But to prepare for her upcoming role, Elizabeth visits Gracie and Joe (Charles Melton), who is now 36. The couple is still together, married with children, but Elizabeth’s arrival exposes the fractures beneath their carefully constructed surface. Also read: Will Christopher Nolan direct the next James Bond movie? Here's what he said About the film, Natalie Portman said, “There are so many refractions that all mirrors the work Todd put into it. How you see the characters with Samy [Burch]’s writing, where it switches as soon as you think you know something about them. You’re never sure or comfortable about who you’re supposed to be feeling. It was just a gift to get to do.” Natalie also opened up about being a part of the industry as a child actress. When asked in an interview how she feels about the same, the Oscar-winning actress said, “I would not encourage young people to go into this. I don’t mean ever; I mean as children. I feel it was almost an accident of luck that I was not harmed, also combined with very overprotective, wonderful parents. You don’t like it when you’re a kid, and you’re grateful for it when you’re an adult.” On whether she would be fine if her children followed her path, she said, “I’ve heard too many bad stories to think that any children should be part of it. Having said that, I know all the conversations that we’ve been having these past few years. It’s made people more aware and careful. But ultimately, I don’t believe that kids should work. I think kids should play and go to school.”

Natalie Portman who started off as a child actor says 'children should never get into it'

As Thor: The Dark World turns 10, it's time to address the elephant in the room — was it really that bad? Well, brace yourself for a resounding "yes." While some may try to repackage this film as a misunderstood masterpiece, let's be honest, it's nothing like that. And for those who think otherwise, I'm here to remind you of why The Dark World deserves its place in the Marvel Cinematic Universe's hall of infamy.

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Before we delve into the nitty-gritty of the film's shortcomings, let's briefly recap the plot for those who may have tried to suppress their memories of this movie. In Thor: The Dark World, we revisit the Nine Worlds, each ruled by Asgardians, who are essentially pseudo-Viking proto-fascist hereditary-monarchical beings. The plot revolves around the Dark Elves, led by a barely recognisable Christopher Eccleston, sporting inch-thick death-pale facial prosthetics and a mane of long, braided blond hair that's more reminiscent of a budget Julian Assange impersonation than a formidable antagonist. Their quest for a mysterious energy source called the Aether becomes the catalyst for all the cosmic chaos.

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Now, let's dissect some of the glaring issues that make this film truly cringe-worthy.

The Dark World boasts of a story that's more tangled than a ball of Christmas lights forgotten in the attic. The Aether's nature and purpose remain as clear as cranberry juice poured into water. It is, at best bewildering and frustrating. At worst, it's a baffling concoction that even the great minds of Asgard would struggle to decipher. Throughout the film, we are bombarded with inexplicable plot devices that feel more like lazy writing than clever twists.

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Whenever things start to get tough for our heroes, the movie pulls a metaphorical get-out-of-jail-free card. You think Loki's dead? Nope, he's not. You believe there's no way out of Asgard? Well, there's this secret exit that we forgot to tell you earlier. The film's attempts at plot twists fall flat, leaving you with a sinking feeling of plot leakage and a franchise more interested in protecting its marketable characters.

The romantic subplot between Chris Hemsworth's Thor and Natalie Portman's Jane Foster is about as electric as a wet fuse. Their chemistry is so lacklustre that it borders on the embarrassing, making it extra-hard to invest in their relationship. That shouldn't have been the case.

Apart from everything else, at over two hours long, The Dark World also overstays its welcome. The film's pacing feels sluggish at times, making it an absolute chore to sit through. The comedic moments aimed at lightening the mood often fall flat, leaving the audience with a sense of cringe rather than laughter.

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While we love a good superhero movie, we also appreciate a little emotional investment. However, in this film, it seems that only the non-marketable characters like Rene Russo's Frigga are expendable, which drains the stakes from the story.

In all fairness, Thor: The Dark World does have some redeeming qualities, such as the nifty special effects and the quirky design of Asgard, which exudes kitsch Heavy Metal Album Cover faux-grandeur. However, these attributes hardly make up for the film's glaring shortcomings.

As Thor: The Dark World turns 10, it's time to address the elephant in the room — was it really that bad? Well, brace yourself for a resounding "yes." While some may try to repackage this film as a misunderstood masterpiece, let's be honest, it's nothing like that.

As Thor: The Dark World turns 10, it's time to address the elephant in the room — was it really that bad? Well, brace yourself for a resounding "yes." While some may try to repackage this film as a misunderstood masterpiece, let's be honest, it's nothing like that. And for those who think otherwise, I'm here to remind you of why The Dark World deserves its place in the Marvel Cinematic Universe's hall of infamy. Also Read | Six things that make absolutely NO sense in Marvel movies Before we delve into the nitty-gritty of the film's shortcomings, let's briefly recap the plot for those who may have tried to suppress their memories of this movie. In Thor: The Dark World, we revisit the Nine Worlds, each ruled by Asgardians, who are essentially pseudo-Viking proto-fascist hereditary-monarchical beings. The plot revolves around the Dark Elves, led by a barely recognisable Christopher Eccleston, sporting inch-thick death-pale facial prosthetics and a mane of long, braided blond hair that's more reminiscent of a budget Julian Assange impersonation than a formidable antagonist. Their quest for a mysterious energy source called the Aether becomes the catalyst for all the cosmic chaos. Now, let's dissect some of the glaring issues that make this film truly cringe-worthy. The Dark World boasts of a story that's more tangled than a ball of Christmas lights forgotten in the attic. The Aether's nature and purpose remain as clear as cranberry juice poured into water. It is, at best bewildering and frustrating. At worst, it's a baffling concoction that even the great minds of Asgard would struggle to decipher. Throughout the film, we are bombarded with inexplicable plot devices that feel more like lazy writing than clever twists. Also Read | Explained | Marvel overhauls strategy amid superhero slump. Will it work? Whenever things start to get tough for our heroes, the movie pulls a metaphorical get-out-of-jail-free card. You think Loki's dead? Nope, he's not. You believe there's no way out of Asgard? Well, there's this secret exit that we forgot to tell you earlier. The film's attempts at plot twists fall flat, leaving you with a sinking feeling of plot leakage and a franchise more interested in protecting its marketable characters. The romantic subplot between Chris Hemsworth's Thor and Natalie Portman's Jane Foster is about as electric as a wet fuse. Their chemistry is so lacklustre that it borders on the embarrassing, making it extra-hard to invest in their relationship. That shouldn't have been the case. Apart from everything else, at over two hours long, The Dark World also overstays its welcome. The film's pacing feels sluggish at times, making it an absolute chore to sit through. The comedic moments aimed at lightening the mood often fall flat, leaving the audience with a sense of cringe rather than laughter. Also Read | Why Quentin Tarantino, Martin Scorsese, et al. are right about Marvel movies While we love a good superhero movie, we also appreciate a little emotional investment. However, in this film, it seems that only the non-marketable characters like Rene Russo's Frigga are expendable, which drains the stakes from the story. In all fairness, Thor: The Dark World does have some redeeming qualities, such as the nifty special effects and the quirky design of Asgard, which exudes kitsch Heavy Metal Album Cover faux-grandeur. However, these attributes hardly make up for the film's glaring shortcomings.

10 years of Thor The Dark World: Was it really that bad?

Oscar-winning actress Natalie Portman doesn’t believe in the concept of “female gaze”. While she is a firm believer in feminism, in an interview with Vanity Fair France for the magazine’s 10-year anniversary, she opened up about why she doesn’t like the idea and argued, “to say that a female director has a particular gaze is reductive of women’s individuality and points of view.”

“Female directors should have the same opportunities as their male counterparts. But the experience of working with a director has to do with the individual and it doesn’t relate to gender,” Natalie Portman said. The actress has recently relocated to Paris with her husband Benjamin Millepied and their two children.&nbsp;

<h2>Natalie Portman will next be seen in May December</h2>

In discussion with the magazine, she also discussed her upcoming project May December, directed by Todd Haynes. She co-produces the feature via her banner MountainA. In the film, Natalie plays a character named Elizabeth Berry, a famous actress who travels to Savannah to meet Gracie (Julianne Moore) to prepare for the role. Her&nbsp;character is loosely inspired by Mary Kay Letourneau. During her stay, Elizabeth develops ambivalent feelings towards Gracie and her 30-something husband Joe, with whom she started having an unlawful relationship when he was 13.

<h2>Natalie Portman started acting when she was 11</h2>

Natalie Portman started off very early as an actress. She debuted at the age of 11 in Luc Besson’s Leon: The Professional. In the thriller, she plays Mathilda, a 12-year-old orphan, who develops a romantic bond with a hitman (Jean Reno).&nbsp;

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Oscar-winning actress Natalie Portman doesn’t believe in the concept of “female gaze”. While she is a firm believer in feminism, in an interview with Vanity Fair France for the magazine’s 10-year anniversary, she opened up about why she doesn’t like the idea and argued, “to say that a female director has a particular gaze is reductive of women’s individuality and points of view.

Oscar-winning actress Natalie Portman doesn’t believe in the concept of “female gaze”. While she is a firm believer in feminism, in an interview with Vanity Fair France for the magazine’s 10-year anniversary, she opened up about why she doesn’t like the idea and argued, “to say that a female director has a particular gaze is reductive of women’s individuality and points of view.” “Female directors should have the same opportunities as their male counterparts. But the experience of working with a director has to do with the individual and it doesn’t relate to gender,” Natalie Portman said. The actress has recently relocated to Paris with her husband Benjamin Millepied and their two children. Natalie Portman will next be seen in May December In discussion with the magazine, she also discussed her upcoming project May December, directed by Todd Haynes. She co-produces the feature via her banner MountainA. In the film, Natalie plays a character named Elizabeth Berry, a famous actress who travels to Savannah to meet Gracie (Julianne Moore) to prepare for the role. Her character is loosely inspired by Mary Kay Letourneau. During her stay, Elizabeth develops ambivalent feelings towards Gracie and her 30-something husband Joe, with whom she started having an unlawful relationship when he was 13. Natalie Portman started acting when she was 11 Natalie Portman started off very early as an actress. She debuted at the age of 11 in Luc Besson’s Leon: The Professional. In the thriller, she plays Mathilda, a 12-year-old orphan, who develops a romantic bond with a hitman (Jean Reno). WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Natalie Portman: To say that a female director has a particular gaze is reductive of women’s individuality

Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied are said to have officially parted ways, their split marking a turn of events after Portman was conspicuously spotted without her wedding ring during what should have been their 11th wedding anniversary celebration. This revelation follows a series of reports suggesting that Millepied engaged in an extramarital affair, causing irreparable strain on their relationship. According to sources cited by US&nbsp;Weekly, the couple's bond was severely tested earlier in the year when news of Millepied's alleged affair emerged. Despite making efforts to mend their relationship, it appears that their attempts were not enough to salvage their union, and they are now living separate lives.

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<h2>Natalie Portman spotted without a wedding ring</h2>

On the anniversary itself, Portman, aged 42, was observed at an Agency City FC event in Sydney, Australia, her finger conspicuously devoid of the symbol of their matrimony. The absence of her wedding ring spoke volumes about the state of their relationship.

The history between the two began when Portman and Millepied, now 46, crossed paths on the set of the critically acclaimed film Black Swan in 2010. Millepied, a former principal dancer with the New York City Ballet, played a pivotal role in the production by imparting his ballet expertise to Portman. This marked the beginning of a significant chapter in both their personal and professional lives.

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In a candid interview at SiriusXM Town Hall in 2018, Portman reflected on the spark between them during those formative years. She expressed her excitement and enjoyment of their time together, describing it as a beautiful experience that led her to realise the depth of her feelings for him.

“It was definitely exciting and fun. It was beautiful. … I really got to know him and that was when it seemed like, ‘Oh, right, this is the person,’" she said.

<h2>Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied got engaged in 2010</h2>

Their love story reached its first milestone with their engagement announcement in 2010, followed by the birth of their first child, Aleph, the subsequent year. The couple sealed their commitment in a wedding ceremony in 2012 and expanded their family once again in 2017 with the arrival of their second child, Amalia. Millepied's creative influence continued to be a part of Portman's journey, as he took on the role of choreographer for her 2018 film Vox Lux.

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<h2>The rift between Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied</h2>

Last year, on August 4, Portman took to Instagram to publicly honour her husband of a decade. "Ten years today @benjaminmillepied, and it keeps getting better…” she wrote.

Her post exuded warmth and affection, celebrating their enduring love. However, the idyllic image was soon shattered when reports emerged in June, alleging that Millepied had engaged in an affair with a younger woman. Sources at the time conveyed Portman's initial response as one of disbelief and hurt, yet she was open to exploring the possibility of rebuilding trust.

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Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied are said to have officially parted ways, their split marking a turn of events after Portman was conspicuously spotted without her wedding ring during what should have been their 11th wedding anniversary celebration. This revelation follows a series of reports suggesting that Millepied engaged in an extramarital affair, causing irreparable strain on their relationship. According to sources cited by US Weekly, the couple's bond was severely tested earlier in the year when news of Millepied's alleged affair emerged. Despite making efforts to mend their relationship, it appears that their attempts were not enough to salvage their union, and they are now living separate lives. Natalie Portman spotted without a wedding ring On the anniversary itself, Portman, aged 42, was observed at an Agency City FC event in Sydney, Australia, her finger conspicuously devoid of the symbol of their matrimony. The absence of her wedding ring spoke volumes about the state of their relationship. The history between the two began when Portman and Millepied, now 46, crossed paths on the set of the critically acclaimed film Black Swan in 2010. Millepied, a former principal dancer with the New York City Ballet, played a pivotal role in the production by imparting his ballet expertise to Portman. This marked the beginning of a significant chapter in both their personal and professional lives. Also Read: Natalie Portman says women at Cannes are expected to behave differently than men In a candid interview at SiriusXM Town Hall in 2018, Portman reflected on the spark between them during those formative years. She expressed her excitement and enjoyment of their time together, describing it as a beautiful experience that led her to realise the depth of her feelings for him. “It was definitely exciting and fun. It was beautiful. … I really got to know him and that was when it seemed like, ‘Oh, right, this is the person,’" she said. Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied got engaged in 2010 Their love story reached its first milestone with their engagement announcement in 2010, followed by the birth of their first child, Aleph, the subsequent year. The couple sealed their commitment in a wedding ceremony in 2012 and expanded their family once again in 2017 with the arrival of their second child, Amalia. Millepied's creative influence continued to be a part of Portman's journey, as he took on the role of choreographer for her 2018 film Vox Lux. Also Read: Natalie Portman talks about how media sexualized her when she was a teenage star The rift between Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied Last year, on August 4, Portman took to Instagram to publicly honour her husband of a decade. "Ten years today @benjaminmillepied, and it keeps getting better…” she wrote. Her post exuded warmth and affection, celebrating their enduring love. However, the idyllic image was soon shattered when reports emerged in June, alleging that Millepied had engaged in an affair with a younger woman. Sources at the time conveyed Portman's initial response as one of disbelief and hurt, yet she was open to exploring the possibility of rebuilding trust. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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A scandalous age-gap relationship plays out at the centre of May December&nbsp;which debuted recently at the Cannes Film Festival.&nbsp;In the starry romantic drama directed by Todd Haynes, Julianne Moore plays the December&nbsp;to Charles Melton`s much-younger May, whose character was just 13 when the two fell in love. 
 
It`s a complicated dynamic, Moore admitted, because of the time in their lives when they first met. 
 
"An age gap is one thing, but a relationship between an adult and a child is a different thing entirely," Moore said during the press conference for May December which was embraced in the Grand Palais the day prior with an enthusiastic six-minute standing ovation. 
 
"When is age inappropriate? It`s when people are in different places developmentally, when someone is not an adult. This is why we have boundaries around that," she said. "The reason why this movie feels so dangerous watching it is because people don`t know where anyone`s boundaries are. It feels scary." 
 
In May December, Natalie Portman plays an actress who travels to Maine to study the life of Moore`s character, whom she`s set to play in a film. 
 
Moore and Melton portray as a married couple whose 20-year age gap inspired a national tabloid scandal. As they plan to send their twin girls off to college, the family dynamic begins to buckle as Portman delves into their past. 
 
Given America`s obsession with scandal, Portman says there was no shortage of material to mine for inspiration. 
 
"We had all the inspirational tabloid materials that existed. There was a book with a crazy title, like "Punished for Love," or something like that," she recalled. "We had those resources at our fingertips, which was helpful at getting background." 
 
Portman describes the film as a study of "the different roles we play in different environments." She observes that discrepancy is particularly on display at the Cannes Film Festival, where women are mandated to wear heels on the red carpet. 
 
"Even here, the different ways we, as women, are expected to behave at this festival even compared to men... how we`re supposed to look, how we`re supposed to carry ourselves," she said. "The expectations are different for you all the time. It affects how you behave, whether you are buying into or rejecting it. You`re defined by the social structures upon you".

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A scandalous age-gap relationship plays out at the centre of May December which debuted recently at the Cannes Film Festival. In the starry romantic drama directed by Todd Haynes, Julianne Moore plays the December to Charles Melton`s much-younger May, whose character was just 13 when the two fell in love. It`s a complicated dynamic, Moore admitted, because of the time in their lives when they first met. "An age gap is one thing, but a relationship between an adult and a child is a different thing entirely," Moore said during the press conference for May December which was embraced in the Grand Palais the day prior with an enthusiastic six-minute standing ovation. "When is age inappropriate? It`s when people are in different places developmentally, when someone is not an adult. This is why we have boundaries around that," she said. "The reason why this movie feels so dangerous watching it is because people don`t know where anyone`s boundaries are. It feels scary." In May December, Natalie Portman plays an actress who travels to Maine to study the life of Moore`s character, whom she`s set to play in a film. Moore and Melton portray as a married couple whose 20-year age gap inspired a national tabloid scandal. As they plan to send their twin girls off to college, the family dynamic begins to buckle as Portman delves into their past. Given America`s obsession with scandal, Portman says there was no shortage of material to mine for inspiration. "We had all the inspirational tabloid materials that existed. There was a book with a crazy title, like "Punished for Love," or something like that," she recalled. "We had those resources at our fingertips, which was helpful at getting background." Portman describes the film as a study of "the different roles we play in different environments." She observes that discrepancy is particularly on display at the Cannes Film Festival, where women are mandated to wear heels on the red carpet. "Even here, the different ways we, as women, are expected to behave at this festival even compared to men... how we`re supposed to look, how we`re supposed to carry ourselves," she said. "The expectations are different for you all the time. It affects how you behave, whether you are buying into or rejecting it. You`re defined by the social structures upon you".

Natalie Portman says women at Cannes are expected to behave differently than men

The latest movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, 'Thor: Love and Thunder', is finally out on OTT. In India, the Taika Waititi directorial has released on Disney+ Hotstar in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and English. Bringing back Chris Hemsworth in the role of Thor Odinson, the film also featured the comeback of Natalie Portman's Jane Foster from the first two 'Thor' movies. Not only that, she assumed the identity of Mighty Thor and wielded Mjolnir, Thor's repaired magic hammer and former weapon. Christian Bale played the role of supervillain Gorr the God Butcher in the movie. Tessa Thompson, Jaimie Alexander, Waititi, and Russell Crowe also starred in the role of Valkyrie, Lady Sif, Korg, and Zeus.

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'Thor Love and Thunder' has been a box office success for Marvel Studios, especially considering the current pandemic-affected times. It grossed $755 million on a budget of $250 million. However, it received mixed reviews, scoring 65 per cent on the review aggregation site Rotten Tomatoes.

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Wion gave the film a negative review. It read, "the film cannot recreate the magic that we saw playing out in the preceding film. The trouble, I feel, is that the film is missing that immaculate cocktail of intelligent, humour-laced writing and carefully crafted set pieces that made 'Ragnarok' one of the best MCU entries. Despite Waititi being given more control this time (I assume), this feels crafted in the traditionally Marvel mould -- designed as per the good old formula that Kevin Feige et al has perfected over the last one and a half-decade. In other words, the film watches like your typical MCU movie."

One of the reasons the movie received less than ideal critical reception was the CGI. The quality of computer-generated imagery in the movie was not good, to say the least. There is a scene in which Heimdall's son Axl contacts Thor, Mighty Thor, Korg, and Valkyrie through magical powers inherited from his father. The look of the head of the actor (Kieron L. Dyer) appeared blurry and vague, leading to a lot of criticism. In fact, much of the brickbats about the film's bad CGI centred on this scene. Now, in the OTT release, Marvel has 'fixed' the scene. The word fix is under quotes because somehow, the scene has become worse. The head of Kieron appears to have been built up using only CGI, which gives an artificial air to it.

The latest movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, 'Thor: Love and Thunder', is finally out on OTT. In India, the Taika Waititi directorial has released on Disney+ Hotstar in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and English.

The latest movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, 'Thor: Love and Thunder', is finally out on OTT. In India, the Taika Waititi directorial has released on Disney+ Hotstar in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and English. Bringing back Chris Hemsworth in the role of Thor Odinson, the film also featured the comeback of Natalie Portman's Jane Foster from the first two 'Thor' movies. Not only that, she assumed the identity of Mighty Thor and wielded Mjolnir, Thor's repaired magic hammer and former weapon. Christian Bale played the role of supervillain Gorr the God Butcher in the movie. Tessa Thompson, Jaimie Alexander, Waititi, and Russell Crowe also starred in the role of Valkyrie, Lady Sif, Korg, and Zeus. Also Read: 'Thor Love and Thunder' review: Chris Hemsworth's film proves 'Avengers fatigue' is real 'Thor Love and Thunder' has been a box office success for Marvel Studios, especially considering the current pandemic-affected times. It grossed $755 million on a budget of $250 million. However, it received mixed reviews, scoring 65 per cent on the review aggregation site Rotten Tomatoes. they patched Thor: Love and Thunder for the Disney+ version and it looks even worse now 💀💀 pic.twitter.com/cMMv9zigfB — ❓❓0❓ (@comicxbook) September 8, 2022 × it also looks terrible in motion btwpic.twitter.com/dNflqMWMhQ — ❓❓0❓ (@comicxbook) September 8, 2022 × Wion gave the film a negative review. It read, "the film cannot recreate the magic that we saw playing out in the preceding film. The trouble, I feel, is that the film is missing that immaculate cocktail of intelligent, humour-laced writing and carefully crafted set pieces that made 'Ragnarok' one of the best MCU entries. Despite Waititi being given more control this time (I assume), this feels crafted in the traditionally Marvel mould -- designed as per the good old formula that Kevin Feige et al has perfected over the last one and a half-decade. In other words, the film watches like your typical MCU movie." One of the reasons the movie received less than ideal critical reception was the CGI. The quality of computer-generated imagery in the movie was not good, to say the least. There is a scene in which Heimdall's son Axl contacts Thor, Mighty Thor, Korg, and Valkyrie through magical powers inherited from his father. The look of the head of the actor (Kieron L. Dyer) appeared blurry and vague, leading to a lot of criticism. In fact, much of the brickbats about the film's bad CGI centred on this scene. Now, in the OTT release, Marvel has 'fixed' the scene. The word fix is under quotes because somehow, the scene has become worse. The head of Kieron appears to have been built up using only CGI, which gives an artificial air to it.

'Thor: Love and Thunder' OTT release tries to 'fix' Chris Hemsworth movie's CGI, but makes it worse

The production of Natalie Portman-starrer `Lady in the Lake` was halted in the US state of Maryland after the show`s team received a threat of violence. As per New York Post, the makers of the Apple TV+ thriller were forced to suspend filming in Baltimore after local drug dealers threatened to shoot up the set unless they were paid $50,000.

The Baltimore Police Department said residents of the area warned producers filming 'Lady in the Lake' that they would "come back later this evening [and] shoot someone" if they continued their work on the 200 block of Park Avenue in the Bromo Arts District.

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In a statement to The Hollywood Reporter, the production`s studio, Endeavor Content, wrote, "Friday afternoon, on the Baltimore set of our production Lady in the Lake, prior to the arrival of the cast and crew ... a driver on our production crew was confronted by two men, one of whom brandished a gun directed at our driver, and then they fled the location. We are working with the Baltimore Police Department as the investigation is ongoing. The safety and security of our crew, cast, and all who work across our productions is our highest priority, and we are thankful no one was injured. Production will resume with increased security measures going forward. It has been a privilege filming Lady in the Lake in Baltimore, working with its vibrant community across many areas.

`Lady in the Lake` is based on the best-selling novel of the same title by Laura Lippman. The story is set in Baltimore in the 1960s, where an unsolved murder pushes housewife and mother Maddie Schwartz (Portman) to reinvent herself as an investigative reporter. Her new calling puts her on a collision course with Cleo Sherwood (Ingram Moses, who replaced a previously announced Lupita Nyong`o in the production), who juggles motherhood, several jobs, and a commitment to the city`s Black progressive agenda.

The production of Natalie Portman-starrer `Lady in the Lake` was halted in the US state of Maryland after the show`s team received a threat of violence. As per New York Post, the makers of the Apple TV+ thriller were forced to suspend filming in Baltimore after local drug dealers threatened to shoot up the set unless they were paid $50,000.

The production of Natalie Portman-starrer `Lady in the Lake` was halted in the US state of Maryland after the show`s team received a threat of violence. As per New York Post, the makers of the Apple TV+ thriller were forced to suspend filming in Baltimore after local drug dealers threatened to shoot up the set unless they were paid $50,000. The Baltimore Police Department said residents of the area warned producers filming 'Lady in the Lake' that they would "come back later this evening [and] shoot someone" if they continued their work on the 200 block of Park Avenue in the Bromo Arts District. Also Read: Irina Shayk and Bradley Cooper's new vacation pics hint at reconciliation In a statement to The Hollywood Reporter, the production`s studio, Endeavor Content, wrote, "Friday afternoon, on the Baltimore set of our production Lady in the Lake, prior to the arrival of the cast and crew ... a driver on our production crew was confronted by two men, one of whom brandished a gun directed at our driver, and then they fled the location. We are working with the Baltimore Police Department as the investigation is ongoing. The safety and security of our crew, cast, and all who work across our productions is our highest priority, and we are thankful no one was injured. Production will resume with increased security measures going forward. It has been a privilege filming Lady in the Lake in Baltimore, working with its vibrant community across many areas. `Lady in the Lake` is based on the best-selling novel of the same title by Laura Lippman. The story is set in Baltimore in the 1960s, where an unsolved murder pushes housewife and mother Maddie Schwartz (Portman) to reinvent herself as an investigative reporter. Her new calling puts her on a collision course with Cleo Sherwood (Ingram Moses, who replaced a previously announced Lupita Nyong`o in the production), who juggles motherhood, several jobs, and a commitment to the city`s Black progressive agenda.

Natalie Portman's Apple TV+ series 'Lady in the Lake' filming halted after violent threat

For many, Taika Waititi's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-thor-love-and-thunder-review-chris-hemsworths-mcu-film-proves-marvel-formula-has-lost-its-charm-495191">'Thor Love and Thunder' </a>was good -- if not great -- movie. One of the best parts of the film, which starred Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, and Christian Bale, is said to be the mid-credits scene. In the scene, Zeus (Russell Crowe) was being tended to by his female companions after Chris Hemsworth's God of Thunder attacked him using his own weapon, the Thunderbolt, which pierces his chest. But of course, he is a god so he is all right. However, that was not the most interesting thing about the scene. Zeus was lamenting about how humans do not respect gods as much as they used to and his remarks are directed at somebody offscreen.

Turns out, that somebody is none other than Hercules, Zeus' favoured son in Greek Mythology and Marvel Comics, and the Greek king of gods has asked him to kill Thor. And the actor playing the role is Brett Goldstein, otherwise known as Roy Kent in the popular Apple TV+ comedy series 'Ted Lasso'. Hercules is expected to take on Thor in 'Thor 5' or some other MCU movie.&nbsp;

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Goldstein's castmates Phil Dunster and Hannah Waddingham have commented on the casting. Dunster, who plays the role of Jamie Tartt spoke to TheWrap about it. He joked, "I love it. Anytime I get to see him topless is a win for me."&nbsp;

Waddingham, who plays the role of Rebecca Welton in the show, told Variety, "He said to me, ‘I’ve been offered this thing… Do you guys think I should do it?' I went, ‘Are you mental? Are you actually having a little bit of a moment? You’re seriously thinking that you might not play Hercules?’… Then he didn’t tell me he bloody did it! So everyone was like ‘Brett Goldstein! Brett Goldstein!’ And I was like, ‘You cheeky bastard.'”

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Goldstein had earlier spoken to Entertainment Tonight about the cameo, revealing that he kept it secret even from his family. "They put a chip in me that would explode if I f---ing spoke about it. It was terrifying," he joked.&nbsp;

Wion's review of 'Thor: Love and Thunder' read, "...the film cannot recreate the magic that we saw playing out in the preceding film. The trouble, I feel, is that the film is missing that immaculate cocktail of intelligent, humour-laced writing and carefully crafted set pieces that made 'Ragnarok' one of the best MCU entries. "

 
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For many, Taika Waititi's 'Thor Love and Thunder' was good -- if not great -- movie. One of the best parts of the film, which starred Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, and Christian Bale, is said to be the mid-credits scene.

For many, Taika Waititi's 'Thor Love and Thunder' was good -- if not great -- movie. One of the best parts of the film, which starred Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, and Christian Bale, is said to be the mid-credits scene. In the scene, Zeus (Russell Crowe) was being tended to by his female companions after Chris Hemsworth's God of Thunder attacked him using his own weapon, the Thunderbolt, which pierces his chest. But of course, he is a god so he is all right. However, that was not the most interesting thing about the scene. Zeus was lamenting about how humans do not respect gods as much as they used to and his remarks are directed at somebody offscreen. Turns out, that somebody is none other than Hercules, Zeus' favoured son in Greek Mythology and Marvel Comics, and the Greek king of gods has asked him to kill Thor. And the actor playing the role is Brett Goldstein, otherwise known as Roy Kent in the popular Apple TV+ comedy series 'Ted Lasso'. Hercules is expected to take on Thor in 'Thor 5' or some other MCU movie. Also Read: 'Ted Lasso' star Brett Goldstein finally opens up about his cameo in 'Thor: Love and Thunder' Goldstein's castmates Phil Dunster and Hannah Waddingham have commented on the casting. Dunster, who plays the role of Jamie Tartt spoke to TheWrap about it. He joked, "I love it. Anytime I get to see him topless is a win for me." Waddingham, who plays the role of Rebecca Welton in the show, told Variety, "He said to me, ‘I’ve been offered this thing… Do you guys think I should do it?' I went, ‘Are you mental? Are you actually having a little bit of a moment? You’re seriously thinking that you might not play Hercules?’… Then he didn’t tell me he bloody did it! So everyone was like ‘Brett Goldstein! Brett Goldstein!’ And I was like, ‘You cheeky bastard.'” Also Read: After 'Thor Love and Thunder, 'Deadpool 3', 'Shang-Chi 2', 'Thunderbolts' and all other 11 upcoming MCU movies Goldstein had earlier spoken to Entertainment Tonight about the cameo, revealing that he kept it secret even from his family. "They put a chip in me that would explode if I f---ing spoke about it. It was terrifying," he joked. Wion's review of 'Thor: Love and Thunder' read, "...the film cannot recreate the magic that we saw playing out in the preceding film. The trouble, I feel, is that the film is missing that immaculate cocktail of intelligent, humour-laced writing and carefully crafted set pieces that made 'Ragnarok' one of the best MCU entries. "

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Known for his meat diet, Chris Hemsworth decided to forego temporarily his diet on the sets of 'Thor: Love and Thunder' for his co-star Natalie Portman, who is a vegan. Portman played Mighty Thor aka Dr Jane Foster in the film as Thor's love interest. While speaking to UK's Capital FM, Natalie revealed how Chris respected her vegan diet while filming the kissing scene.

"He's (Chris) really nice. The day we had a kiss scene he didn't eat meat that morning because I`m vegan. And he eats meat like every half hour. Like, that was so thoughtful. That`s not something I`m angry about or care about, but he was just being thoughtful. He's just a very nice person," she shared. 
 
Natalie's 'Thor: Love and Thunder' co-star Tessa Thompson added, "I didn't even know he could go without eating meat. He's just like eating bison in the morning. That's so sweet." 
 
'Thor: Love and Thunder' was released in theatres last weekend. Chris recently revealed that his younger brother Liam Hemsworth was almost cast as Marvel's Thor instead of him.&nbsp;

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While promoting the latest instalment of the franchise, 'Thor: Love and Thunder', the 38-year-old revealed just how close Liam was to playing the Mjolnir swinging character.

Meanwhile, the box office performance of 'Love of Thunder' despite mixed to positive reviews has surprised analysts. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-thor-love-and-thunder-review-chris-hemsworths-mcu-film-proves-marvel-formula-has-lost-its-charm-495191">Wion's review </a>of the film reads, "...the film cannot recreate the magic that we saw playing out in the preceding film. The trouble, I feel, is that the film is missing that immaculate cocktail of intelligent, humour-laced writing and carefully crafted set pieces that made 'Ragnarok' one of the best MCU entries."

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Known for his meat diet, Chris Hemsworth decided to forego temporarily his diet on the sets of 'Thor: Love and Thunder' for his co-star Natalie Portman, who is a vegan.

Known for his meat diet, Chris Hemsworth decided to forego temporarily his diet on the sets of 'Thor: Love and Thunder' for his co-star Natalie Portman, who is a vegan. Portman played Mighty Thor aka Dr Jane Foster in the film as Thor's love interest. While speaking to UK's Capital FM, Natalie revealed how Chris respected her vegan diet while filming the kissing scene. "He's (Chris) really nice. The day we had a kiss scene he didn't eat meat that morning because I`m vegan. And he eats meat like every half hour. Like, that was so thoughtful. That`s not something I`m angry about or care about, but he was just being thoughtful. He's just a very nice person," she shared. Natalie's 'Thor: Love and Thunder' co-star Tessa Thompson added, "I didn't even know he could go without eating meat. He's just like eating bison in the morning. That's so sweet." 'Thor: Love and Thunder' was released in theatres last weekend. Chris recently revealed that his younger brother Liam Hemsworth was almost cast as Marvel's Thor instead of him. 'Thor Love and Thunder' is one of MCU's worst movies. Here are the others While promoting the latest instalment of the franchise, 'Thor: Love and Thunder', the 38-year-old revealed just how close Liam was to playing the Mjolnir swinging character. Meanwhile, the box office performance of 'Love of Thunder' despite mixed to positive reviews has surprised analysts. Wion's review of the film reads, "...the film cannot recreate the magic that we saw playing out in the preceding film. The trouble, I feel, is that the film is missing that immaculate cocktail of intelligent, humour-laced writing and carefully crafted set pieces that made 'Ragnarok' one of the best MCU entries." 'Thor Love and Thunder': Comics to read before watching Chris Hemsworth's movie

Here's what meat-loving Chris Hemsworth did for vegan Natalie Portman on the sets of 'Thor: Love and Thunder'

I knew Taika Waititi was not going&nbsp;to meet the towering&nbsp;expectations he set with 2017's 'Thor: Ragnarok'. Indeed, he&nbsp;falls way short with 'Thor: Love and Thunder', the fourth film in the franchise that brings back Chris Hemsworth's God of Thunder. But the film is not just disappointing, it is also an utter mess. There is, for instance, little harmony between several scenes -- so much so that they often appear as though they belong to their own movies. Did I enjoy it? Yes, mildly,&nbsp;though I am not eager for a second viewing. Could it have been better? Absolutely.

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The movie begins with Thor and&nbsp;Guardians of the Galaxy 

The last we saw of Thor, he was with the Guardians of the Galaxy and here we find him saving lives across the universe with them. A distress signal tells him&nbsp;about a being calling himself Gorr the God Butcher (Christian Bale) killing gods around the universe. Gorr's next target is New Asgard, the settlement in Norway where the surviving Asgardians settled in the wake of their realm's destruction.

There,&nbsp;Thor gets the surprise of a lifetime. His old flame, Natalie Portman's Jane Foster, is now a Thor herself (or more precisely, Mighty Thor), and wields the reassembled Mjolnir. Her way of dispatching Gorr's baddies using the hammer&nbsp;has far more flair than Odinson had.&nbsp;There is an undercurrent of poignancy related&nbsp;to her newfound power -- her cancer that is lifted directly from the Mighty Thor storyline.

Thor, Mighty Thor, King Valkyrie (Tessa Thompson,&nbsp;underused here), and the rocky Kronan warrior Korg (Waititi) team up to take down Gorr before he accomplishes his vow to obliterate every god.

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Gorr, a villain with a point?

Now, Gorr, like every other good villain, has his reasons. Played by Bale with a suitably sinister air, bleached skin, and eyes that burn with hatred&nbsp;for anything divine, Gorr lived on a planet that gods forgot existed. His pleas for his family and people went unheeded. We find him cradling his dying young daughter in the film's prologue. He somehow gets his hands on the Necrosword, the one weapon that can kill any god in the universe, and makes the vow.

Of course, Gorr encounters Thor in his crusade of god killing. To get help, Thor and company visit Zeus, played by Russell Crowe as the Zeus we know from Greek myths -- vain, prideful, and hedonistic. Crowe clearly had fun with the role, and I hope to see more of him. After a quick yet spectacular action scene, the heroes learn that they will have to take on Gorr alone.

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Lots to love in the film, but...

There are flashes of brilliance, of course. Waititi has a real eye for visuals. Like 'Ragnarok', 'Love and Thunder' is full of unforgettably dazzling imagery, and action is never less than interesting. It is hard to completely hate a film that has a thrilling&nbsp;final fight set to Guns N' Roses' 'Sweet Child O' Mine'. The acting is great all around as well. Hemsworth could&nbsp;play Thor forever and I will not mind. Portman instills much-needed poignancy and a sense of stakes in an otherwise fluffy script. But 'Love and Thunder' also features Bale, and he unsurprisingly pretty much steals the film.&nbsp;

Like many things in this film, the script, by Waititi and Jennifer Kaytin Robinson, does not give the character enough meat for Bale to do much. But then, it's Bale. He practically&nbsp;disappears into the role and devises a worthy adversary for the two Thors -- in both strength and principle -- a slimy force of nature single-mindedly determined to get his vengeance.

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'Love and Thunder'&nbsp;illustrates larger issues with MCU and the superhero genre

But the film cannot recreate the magic that we saw playing out in the preceding film. The trouble, I feel, is that the film is missing that immaculate cocktail of intelligent, humour-laced&nbsp;writing and carefully crafted set pieces that made 'Ragnarok' one of the best MCU entries.&nbsp;

Despite Waititi being given more control this time (I assume), this feels crafted in the traditionally Marvel mould -- designed as per the good old formula that Kevin Feige et al has perfected over the last one and a half-decade. In other words, the film watches like your typical MCU movie.

And I get why Feige and&nbsp;the team persist with the formula. The formula where even scenes are serious and emotional, they&nbsp;are tinged with humour as though the writers are nervous about fans not being&nbsp;able to&nbsp;stomach all that sentiment.&nbsp;

The Marvel formula works, sadly

Because&nbsp;they are right. The fans love the formula, for it makes for a comfortable, unchallenging time at the movies. In the theatre where I watched the film, there were hoots at even&nbsp;hints of humour, but during those quiet moments where characters were sharing their feelings? Everybody looked uncomfortable, and there were tense whispers, clearly wondering when the onslaught of 'feels'&nbsp;will end.

I knew Taika Waititi was not going to meet the towering expectations he set with 2017's 'Thor: Ragnarok'. Indeed, he falls way short with 'Thor: Love and Thunder', the fourth film in the franchise that brings back Chris Hemsworth's God of Thunder.

I knew Taika Waititi was not going to meet the towering expectations he set with 2017's 'Thor: Ragnarok'. Indeed, he falls way short with 'Thor: Love and Thunder', the fourth film in the franchise that brings back Chris Hemsworth's God of Thunder. But the film is not just disappointing, it is also an utter mess. There is, for instance, little harmony between several scenes -- so much so that they often appear as though they belong to their own movies. Did I enjoy it? Yes, mildly, though I am not eager for a second viewing. Could it have been better? Absolutely. Also Read: Before 'Thor Love and Thunder,' revisiting God of Thunder's journey in MCU The movie begins with Thor and Guardians of the Galaxy The last we saw of Thor, he was with the Guardians of the Galaxy and here we find him saving lives across the universe with them. A distress signal tells him about a being calling himself Gorr the God Butcher (Christian Bale) killing gods around the universe. Gorr's next target is New Asgard, the settlement in Norway where the surviving Asgardians settled in the wake of their realm's destruction. There, Thor gets the surprise of a lifetime. His old flame, Natalie Portman's Jane Foster, is now a Thor herself (or more precisely, Mighty Thor), and wields the reassembled Mjolnir. Her way of dispatching Gorr's baddies using the hammer has far more flair than Odinson had. There is an undercurrent of poignancy related to her newfound power -- her cancer that is lifted directly from the Mighty Thor storyline. Thor, Mighty Thor, King Valkyrie (Tessa Thompson, underused here), and the rocky Kronan warrior Korg (Waititi) team up to take down Gorr before he accomplishes his vow to obliterate every god. Gorr, a villain with a point? Now, Gorr, like every other good villain, has his reasons. Played by Bale with a suitably sinister air, bleached skin, and eyes that burn with hatred for anything divine, Gorr lived on a planet that gods forgot existed. His pleas for his family and people went unheeded. We find him cradling his dying young daughter in the film's prologue. He somehow gets his hands on the Necrosword, the one weapon that can kill any god in the universe, and makes the vow. Of course, Gorr encounters Thor in his crusade of god killing. To get help, Thor and company visit Zeus, played by Russell Crowe as the Zeus we know from Greek myths -- vain, prideful, and hedonistic. Crowe clearly had fun with the role, and I hope to see more of him. After a quick yet spectacular action scene, the heroes learn that they will have to take on Gorr alone. Also See: 'Thor Love and Thunder': Comics to read before watching Chris Hemsworth's movie Lots to love in the film, but... There are flashes of brilliance, of course. Waititi has a real eye for visuals. Like 'Ragnarok', 'Love and Thunder' is full of unforgettably dazzling imagery, and action is never less than interesting. It is hard to completely hate a film that has a thrilling final fight set to Guns N' Roses' 'Sweet Child O' Mine'. The acting is great all around as well. Hemsworth could play Thor forever and I will not mind. Portman instills much-needed poignancy and a sense of stakes in an otherwise fluffy script. But 'Love and Thunder' also features Bale, and he unsurprisingly pretty much steals the film. Like many things in this film, the script, by Waititi and Jennifer Kaytin Robinson, does not give the character enough meat for Bale to do much. But then, it's Bale. He practically disappears into the role and devises a worthy adversary for the two Thors -- in both strength and principle -- a slimy force of nature single-mindedly determined to get his vengeance. 'Love and Thunder' illustrates larger issues with MCU and the superhero genre But the film cannot recreate the magic that we saw playing out in the preceding film. The trouble, I feel, is that the film is missing that immaculate cocktail of intelligent, humour-laced writing and carefully crafted set pieces that made 'Ragnarok' one of the best MCU entries. Despite Waititi being given more control this time (I assume), this feels crafted in the traditionally Marvel mould -- designed as per the good old formula that Kevin Feige et al has perfected over the last one and a half-decade. In other words, the film watches like your typical MCU movie. And I get why Feige and the team persist with the formula. The formula where even scenes are serious and emotional, they are tinged with humour as though the writers are nervous about fans not being able to stomach all that sentiment. The Marvel formula works, sadly Because they are right. The fans love the formula, for it makes for a comfortable, unchallenging time at the movies. In the theatre where I watched the film, there were hoots at even hints of humour, but during those quiet moments where characters were sharing their feelings? Everybody looked uncomfortable, and there were tense whispers, clearly wondering when the onslaught of 'feels' will end.

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Natalie Portman, 40 &nbsp;may have come a long way in her career and life, but the actor still can't forget the way media treated her when she was just 13 years old.&nbsp; 
 
Portman has reprised her role of Jane Foster in 'Thor: Love and Thunder' and promoting the same, the actress while during an interview recalled how the media reacted and reviewed her when she starred in the action-thriller 'Léon: The Professional'. 
 
During her interview with Sunday Times via ET Canada, Natalie talked about how the media discussed her when she was just a 13-year-old girl.&nbsp;“I think, in that time, it was very normal,” she said referring to things written on her.&nbsp; 
 
“Some of it was the types of roles that were being written and some of it was the way journalists felt entitled to write about it,” she added before giving an example of a review that left a huge impact on her and not in a good way.&nbsp; 
 
“I remember reading a review of myself when I was about 13 that mentioned my breast buds,” she recalled. After reading the review, Natalia added that she started turning down scripts including love scenes. 
 
“It was like, I’m not going to be seen that way, because it felt like a vulnerable position and also a less respectable position, in some way, to be characterized like that,” she said. 
 
'Thor: Love and Thunder' was released in theatres globally on July 8 and fans are giving a tremendous response to the film. &nbsp;

Natalie Portman, 40 may have come a long way in her career and life, but the actor still can't forget the way media treated her when she was just 13 years old. Portman has reprised her role of Jane Foster in 'Thor: Love and Thunder' and promoting the same, the actress while during an interview recalled how the media reacted and reviewed her when she starred in the action-thriller 'Léon: The Professional'.

Natalie Portman, 40 may have come a long way in her career and life, but the actor still can't forget the way media treated her when she was just 13 years old. Portman has reprised her role of Jane Foster in 'Thor: Love and Thunder' and promoting the same, the actress while during an interview recalled how the media reacted and reviewed her when she starred in the action-thriller 'Léon: The Professional'. During her interview with Sunday Times via ET Canada, Natalie talked about how the media discussed her when she was just a 13-year-old girl. “I think, in that time, it was very normal,” she said referring to things written on her. “Some of it was the types of roles that were being written and some of it was the way journalists felt entitled to write about it,” she added before giving an example of a review that left a huge impact on her and not in a good way. “I remember reading a review of myself when I was about 13 that mentioned my breast buds,” she recalled. After reading the review, Natalia added that she started turning down scripts including love scenes. “It was like, I’m not going to be seen that way, because it felt like a vulnerable position and also a less respectable position, in some way, to be characterized like that,” she said. 'Thor: Love and Thunder' was released in theatres globally on July 8 and fans are giving a tremendous response to the film.

Natalie Portman talks about how media sexualized her when she was a teenage star

Critics are not overly fond of the latest movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman's 'Thor: Love and Thunder', but judging by the box office numbers globally, the fans are absolutely loving it. After opening with an impressive Rs 18.60 crore on Thursday, on Friday&nbsp;it garnered an amount in the range of Rs. 12.25 to 14.25 crore as per Bollywood Hungama. The film continues Thor's adventures. 'Love and Thunder' is the 29th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Apart from Thor Odinson himself, Portman's Jane Foster also assumes the identity of Thor -- Mighty Thor, to be precise -- and wields Mjolnir.&nbsp;

Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-thor-love-and-thunder-review-chris-hemsworths-mcu-film-proves-marvel-formula-has-lost-its-charm-495191">&nbsp;'Thor Love and Thunder' review: Chris Hemsworth's film disappoints, proves 'superhero fatigue' exists</a>

They band together with Tessa Thompson's Valkyrie, Waititi's Korg, and other gods like Zeus (played by Russell Crowe) to face the threat of Gorr the God Butcher (Christian Bale).&nbsp;

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Every Guardians of the Galaxy actor (Chris Pratt, Pom Klementieff, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Vin Diesel, and Bradley Cooper), The film continues Thor's adventures. 'Love and Thunder' is the 29th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.&nbsp;

Earlier, trade analyst Taran Adarsh had shared the film's figures. He tweeted, "#ThorLoveAndThunder is 5TH BIGGEST #HOLLYWOOD OPENER in #India... *Day 1* biz... 
⭐ [2019] #AvengersEndgame: ₹ 53.10 cr 
⭐ [2021] #SpiderMan: ₹ 32.67 cr 
⭐ [2018] #AvengersInfinityWar: ₹ 31.30 cr 
⭐ [2022] #DoctorStrange: ₹ 27.50 cr 
⭐ [2022] #ThorLoveAndThunder: ₹ 18.60 cr."

 
Wion's review of the film read, "But the film cannot recreate the magic that we saw playing out in the preceding film. The trouble, I feel, is that the film is missing that immaculate cocktail of intelligent, humour-laced writing and carefully crafted set pieces that made 'Ragnarok' one of the best MCU entries."

If early trends are anything to go by, 'Love and Thunder' will continue to do well as its word of mouth is pretty strong and despite average reviews, the fans love it. 
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Critics are not overly fond of the latest movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman's 'Thor: Love and Thunder', but judging by the box office numbers globally, the fans are absolutely loving it.

Critics are not overly fond of the latest movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman's 'Thor: Love and Thunder', but judging by the box office numbers globally, the fans are absolutely loving it. After opening with an impressive Rs 18.60 crore on Thursday, on Friday it garnered an amount in the range of Rs. 12.25 to 14.25 crore as per Bollywood Hungama. The film continues Thor's adventures. 'Love and Thunder' is the 29th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Apart from Thor Odinson himself, Portman's Jane Foster also assumes the identity of Thor -- Mighty Thor, to be precise -- and wields Mjolnir. Also Read: 'Thor Love and Thunder' review: Chris Hemsworth's film disappoints, proves 'superhero fatigue' exists They band together with Tessa Thompson's Valkyrie, Waititi's Korg, and other gods like Zeus (played by Russell Crowe) to face the threat of Gorr the God Butcher (Christian Bale). Every Guardians of the Galaxy actor (Chris Pratt, Pom Klementieff, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Vin Diesel, and Bradley Cooper), The film continues Thor's adventures. 'Love and Thunder' is the 29th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Earlier, trade analyst Taran Adarsh had shared the film's figures. He tweeted, "#ThorLoveAndThunder is 5TH BIGGEST #HOLLYWOOD OPENER in #India... *Day 1* biz... ⭐ [2019] #AvengersEndgame: ₹ 53.10 cr ⭐ [2021] #SpiderMan: ₹ 32.67 cr ⭐ [2018] #AvengersInfinityWar: ₹ 31.30 cr ⭐ [2022] #DoctorStrange: ₹ 27.50 cr ⭐ [2022] #ThorLoveAndThunder: ₹ 18.60 cr." Wion's review of the film read, "But the film cannot recreate the magic that we saw playing out in the preceding film. The trouble, I feel, is that the film is missing that immaculate cocktail of intelligent, humour-laced writing and carefully crafted set pieces that made 'Ragnarok' one of the best MCU entries." If early trends are anything to go by, 'Love and Thunder' will continue to do well as its word of mouth is pretty strong and despite average reviews, the fans love it.

'Thor Love and Thunder' box office collection Day 2: Chris Hemsworth's MCU film crosses Rs 30 crore mark

Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman MCU film 'Thor: Love and Thunder' may have received a mixed response among critics, but audiences around the world clearly love it. And the movie's global box office predictions prove it. It is expected to gross $300 million over its opening weekend. There were high expectations with the movie as Thor may just be the most popular superhero in MCU right now after the departure of Tony Stark and Chris Evans. 'Love and Thunder' director Taika Waititi proved his mettle with 2017's 'Thor: Ragnarok' and thus fans were hankering to see his take on the God of Thunder again.&nbsp;

The film pits Thor and the new Mighty Thor (Portman's Jane Foster wields Mjolnir and assumes the identity) against Christian Bale's Gorr the God Butcher, who has reasons to hate gods and vowed to kill every single deity in the entire universe after they refused to come to his family's rescue. The Oscar-winner makes good use of the character to craft a frightening, Nazgul-like force of nature and a worthy adversary to two Thors.

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-thor-love-and-thunder-review-chris-hemsworths-mcu-film-proves-marvel-formula-has-lost-its-charm-495191">'Thor Love and Thunder' review: Chris Hemsworth's film disappoints, proves 'superhero fatigue' is real</a>

The film also stars Tessa Thompson, Jaimie Alexander, Waititi, Russell Crowe, and Natalie Portman. Chris Pratt, Pom Klementieff, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Vin Diesel, and Bradley Cooper appear in cameos in the beginning of the movie.&nbsp;

Wion's review of the film read, "..the film cannot recreate the magic that we saw playing out in the preceding film. The trouble, I feel, is that the film is missing that immaculate cocktail of intelligent, humour-laced writing and carefully crafted set pieces that made 'Ragnarok' one of the best MCU entries. Despite Waititi being given more control this time (I assume), this feels crafted in the traditionally Marvel mould -- designed as per the good old formula that Kevin Feige et al has perfected over the last one and a half-decade. In other words, the film watches like your typical MCU movie." 
&nbsp;

Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman MCU film 'Thor: Love and Thunder' may have received a mixed response among critics, but audiences around the world clearly love it.

Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman MCU film 'Thor: Love and Thunder' may have received a mixed response among critics, but audiences around the world clearly love it. And the movie's global box office predictions prove it. It is expected to gross $300 million over its opening weekend. There were high expectations with the movie as Thor may just be the most popular superhero in MCU right now after the departure of Tony Stark and Chris Evans. 'Love and Thunder' director Taika Waititi proved his mettle with 2017's 'Thor: Ragnarok' and thus fans were hankering to see his take on the God of Thunder again. The film pits Thor and the new Mighty Thor (Portman's Jane Foster wields Mjolnir and assumes the identity) against Christian Bale's Gorr the God Butcher, who has reasons to hate gods and vowed to kill every single deity in the entire universe after they refused to come to his family's rescue. The Oscar-winner makes good use of the character to craft a frightening, Nazgul-like force of nature and a worthy adversary to two Thors. Also Read: 'Thor Love and Thunder' review: Chris Hemsworth's film disappoints, proves 'superhero fatigue' is real The film also stars Tessa Thompson, Jaimie Alexander, Waititi, Russell Crowe, and Natalie Portman. Chris Pratt, Pom Klementieff, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Vin Diesel, and Bradley Cooper appear in cameos in the beginning of the movie. Wion's review of the film read, "..the film cannot recreate the magic that we saw playing out in the preceding film. The trouble, I feel, is that the film is missing that immaculate cocktail of intelligent, humour-laced writing and carefully crafted set pieces that made 'Ragnarok' one of the best MCU entries. Despite Waititi being given more control this time (I assume), this feels crafted in the traditionally Marvel mould -- designed as per the good old formula that Kevin Feige et al has perfected over the last one and a half-decade. In other words, the film watches like your typical MCU movie."

'Thor Love and Thunder' expected to have a MIGHTY $300 mn worldwide opening

Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman-starrer 'Thor: Love and Thunder' is out in the wild and judging by the audience response, Marvel Studios has another winner on their hands. The film features a fearsome villain called Gorr the God Butcher played by acclaimed actor Christian Bale. Gorr is killing gods throughout the universe leading Thor to confront him. Apart from Hemsworth's Odinson, Portman's Jane Foster also becomes Thor (or Mighty Thor) in the movie and wields the magic hammer of Thor, the original one, called Mjolnir.

Mixed to positive reviews

The critical response, however, is more mixed, and the Taika Waititi directorial has scored 70 per cent on the review aggregation site Rotten Tomatoes.

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The critical consensus reads, "In some ways, Thor: Love and Thunder feels like Ragnarok redux -- but overall, it offers enough fast-paced fun to make this a worthy addition to the MCU."

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Will it be a box office success?

Wion's own review deemed the film "disappointing" and a "complete mess". But it is a star-studded Marvel Studios movie backed by Disney. MCU movies by default have a huge audience. So it is certainly going to be a box office success.

When and where to watch it on OTT services

Are you wondering when and where the movie will be made available on your favourite streaming service? It is likely that it will run in theatres in India for a good while, a month at least. And when it has been taken over by newer films, Disney-Marvel will release on Disney+ Hotstar in India, the home for all Marvel stuff (and everything else Disney owns).

So if you are not willing to watch the movie in theatres, you might have to wait quite a bit to catch it in the comfort of your home.

Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman-starrer 'Thor: Love and Thunder' is out in the wild and judging by the audience response, Marvel Studios has another winner on their hands.

Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman-starrer 'Thor: Love and Thunder' is out in the wild and judging by the audience response, Marvel Studios has another winner on their hands. The film features a fearsome villain called Gorr the God Butcher played by acclaimed actor Christian Bale. Gorr is killing gods throughout the universe leading Thor to confront him. Apart from Hemsworth's Odinson, Portman's Jane Foster also becomes Thor (or Mighty Thor) in the movie and wields the magic hammer of Thor, the original one, called Mjolnir. Mixed to positive reviews The critical response, however, is more mixed, and the Taika Waititi directorial has scored 70 per cent on the review aggregation site Rotten Tomatoes. Also Read: 'Thor Love and Thunder' review: Chris Hemsworth's MCU film proves 'Marvel formula' has lost its charm The critical consensus reads, "In some ways, Thor: Love and Thunder feels like Ragnarok redux -- but overall, it offers enough fast-paced fun to make this a worthy addition to the MCU." Will it be a box office success? Wion's own review deemed the film "disappointing" and a "complete mess". But it is a star-studded Marvel Studios movie backed by Disney. MCU movies by default have a huge audience. So it is certainly going to be a box office success. When and where to watch it on OTT services Are you wondering when and where the movie will be made available on your favourite streaming service? It is likely that it will run in theatres in India for a good while, a month at least. And when it has been taken over by newer films, Disney-Marvel will release on Disney+ Hotstar in India, the home for all Marvel stuff (and everything else Disney owns). So if you are not willing to watch the movie in theatres, you might have to wait quite a bit to catch it in the comfort of your home.

'Thor Love and Thunder': When will Chris Hemsworth film release on streaming?

Much-anticipated MCU film 'Thor: Love and Thunder', the fourth film in the 'Thor' franchise, is finally here. While the fans love this Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman-starrer, making a huge box office opening&nbsp;certain, the critics are divided. Even so, the film has generated a lot of conversation about it on social media sites. And much of it centres around its ending and those shocking post-credits scenes. The Taika Waititi directorial pits Thor and Mighty Thor (Portman's Jane Foster wields Mjolnir in the movie) against Christian Bale's Gorr the God Butcher, who does exactly what his name advertises: slaying gods.&nbsp;

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He was wrong by the gods, who did not come to his rescue as his family and people died. In the prologue, we see him cradling his dying little daughter. He finds his god living a plentiful life. He acquires the Necrosword that can kill any god, and vows to rid the universe of every divine presence.&nbsp;

Please note that the piece explores the film's ending and post-credits scenes in some detail, so if are yet to see the movie, do that and then come back.

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SPOILER ALERT

How does 'Thor Love and Thunder' end?

'Thor Love and Thunder' has Thor, Mighty Thor, Valkyrie (Tessa Thompson), and Korg (Waititi) urging Zeus (Russell Crowe) to provide help. But Zeus in the movie is a lot similar to the Zeus we know from Greek myths and is more of a hedonist than a warrior. After Zeus attacks Korg and disintegrates him (now only his head is alive), an enraged Thor attacks Zeus and the others steal Zeus' thunderbolt weapon.

But even the combined might of both Thors is not enough to take down Gorr. The God Butcher steals Thor's weapon, the Stormbreaker before they can escape. Stormbreaker would allow Gorr to summon Bifrost and reach Eternity, a cosmic entity that can grant any wish to the person that is successful in reaching it. And he would ask for all gods to die across the universe.

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In the final act, Thor goes to stop Gorr and rescue the Asgardiang children who he had kidnapped from New Asgard. He imparts every kid with the powers of Thor and during a Sweet Child O' Mine-set final battle, Mighty Thor joins the fray. Gorr is finally defeated and Thor convinces him that he should ask his deceased little girl back instead. Gorr does that and Jane Foster, who had been masking her breast cancer with her powers, dies.

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First post-credits scene
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While the second post-credits scene is a fine bookend to Jane Foster's arc across MCU, the first post-credits scene really is what MCU fans look forward to these things for: teases for future projects. It featured Zeus (who is --surprise, surprise-- still alive) being cared for by his female servants. He is conversing, vengeful terms, with somebody who is off-camera. Turns out it is Hercules, the son of Zeus and the actor playing the character is none other than Brett Goldstein, who you might remember as Roy Kent from the popular Apple TV+ comedy series 'Ted Lasso'.

Zeus has sent Hercules to kill Thor. And it is likely their conflict the fifth film will be about.&nbsp;

Second post-credits scene

In the second post-credits scene, we meet Jane in a dreamscape-like place. Turns out it is a real place. We see her standing on a golden avenue, and confused about her whereabouts. Then we see Heimdall (Idris Elba returning from 'Infinity War'), who tells her this is Valhalla, the heavenly abode for Norse warriors who died in battle. This makes it likely that we will not see Jane again, as she is truly dead and perhaps Thor will have to find love once again.

'Thor' will return for a fifth film.&nbsp; 
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Much-anticipated MCU film 'Thor: Love and Thunder', the fourth film in the 'Thor' franchise, is finally here. While the fans love this Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman-starrer, making a huge box office opening certain, the critics are divided.

Much-anticipated MCU film 'Thor: Love and Thunder', the fourth film in the 'Thor' franchise, is finally here. While the fans love this Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman-starrer, making a huge box office opening certain, the critics are divided. Even so, the film has generated a lot of conversation about it on social media sites. And much of it centres around its ending and those shocking post-credits scenes. The Taika Waititi directorial pits Thor and Mighty Thor (Portman's Jane Foster wields Mjolnir in the movie) against Christian Bale's Gorr the God Butcher, who does exactly what his name advertises: slaying gods. Also Read: 'Thor Love and Thunder' review: Chris Hemsworth's MCU film proves 'Marvel formula' has lost its charm He was wrong by the gods, who did not come to his rescue as his family and people died. In the prologue, we see him cradling his dying little daughter. He finds his god living a plentiful life. He acquires the Necrosword that can kill any god, and vows to rid the universe of every divine presence. Please note that the piece explores the film's ending and post-credits scenes in some detail, so if are yet to see the movie, do that and then come back. SPOILER ALERT How does 'Thor Love and Thunder' end? 'Thor Love and Thunder' has Thor, Mighty Thor, Valkyrie (Tessa Thompson), and Korg (Waititi) urging Zeus (Russell Crowe) to provide help. But Zeus in the movie is a lot similar to the Zeus we know from Greek myths and is more of a hedonist than a warrior. After Zeus attacks Korg and disintegrates him (now only his head is alive), an enraged Thor attacks Zeus and the others steal Zeus' thunderbolt weapon. But even the combined might of both Thors is not enough to take down Gorr. The God Butcher steals Thor's weapon, the Stormbreaker before they can escape. Stormbreaker would allow Gorr to summon Bifrost and reach Eternity, a cosmic entity that can grant any wish to the person that is successful in reaching it. And he would ask for all gods to die across the universe. In the final act, Thor goes to stop Gorr and rescue the Asgardiang children who he had kidnapped from New Asgard. He imparts every kid with the powers of Thor and during a Sweet Child O' Mine-set final battle, Mighty Thor joins the fray. Gorr is finally defeated and Thor convinces him that he should ask his deceased little girl back instead. Gorr does that and Jane Foster, who had been masking her breast cancer with her powers, dies. Also Read: 'Thor Love and Thunder': When will Chris Hemsworth MCU film release on OTT? First post-credits scene While the second post-credits scene is a fine bookend to Jane Foster's arc across MCU, the first post-credits scene really is what MCU fans look forward to these things for: teases for future projects. It featured Zeus (who is --surprise, surprise-- still alive) being cared for by his female servants. He is conversing, vengeful terms, with somebody who is off-camera. Turns out it is Hercules, the son of Zeus and the actor playing the character is none other than Brett Goldstein, who you might remember as Roy Kent from the popular Apple TV+ comedy series 'Ted Lasso'. Zeus has sent Hercules to kill Thor. And it is likely their conflict the fifth film will be about. Second post-credits scene In the second post-credits scene, we meet Jane in a dreamscape-like place. Turns out it is a real place. We see her standing on a golden avenue, and confused about her whereabouts. Then we see Heimdall (Idris Elba returning from 'Infinity War'), who tells her this is Valhalla, the heavenly abode for Norse warriors who died in battle. This makes it likely that we will not see Jane again, as she is truly dead and perhaps Thor will have to find love once again. 'Thor' will return for a fifth film.

'Thor Love and Thunder': How Chris Hemsworth movie's ending and post-credits scenes tease MCU's future

The latest film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman's 'Thor: Love and Thunder', started off well in India. The Taika Waititi directorial&nbsp;grossed Rs 18.60 on the first day of its theatrical journey.&nbsp;The film also stars Christian Bale, Tessa Thompson, Jaimie Alexander, Waititi, and Russell Crowe. Globally, the film is set to have a massive $300 million opening. The movie was released with high expectations as the God of Thunder is currently the most popular superhero in MCU&nbsp;thanks to Hemsworth and Waititi. After the departure of&nbsp;Tony Stark and Chris Evans, Thor is easily the most well-known MCU character left.&nbsp;Waititi proved his mettle with 2017's 'Thor: Ragnarok' and thus fans were hankering to see his take on the God of Thunder again.&nbsp;

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The last 'Thor' movie, titled 'Thor: Ragnarok' and also directed by Waititi, had opened with Rs 8 crore, so Rs 20 crore would be a big upgrade. The 29th MCU film, 'Ragnarok' pits two Thors, one the classic Odinson, and the other Mighty Thor that Portman's Jane Foster becomes, against the god-killing force of nature Gorr the God Butcher played by Oscar-winning English actor Christian Bale.

He was wronged by the gods, who did not come to his rescue as his family and people died. In the prologue, we see him cradling his dying little daughter. He finds his god living a plentiful life. He acquires the Necrosword that can kill any god, and vows to rid the universe of every divine presence.&nbsp;

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Wion's review of 'Love and Thunder' read, "['Love and Thunder'] cannot recreate the magic that we saw playing out in the preceding film. The trouble, I feel, is that the film is missing that immaculate cocktail of intelligent, humour-laced writing and carefully crafted set pieces that made 'Ragnarok' one of the best MCU entries."

Since Indian moviegoers are loving the film, 'Love and Thunder' should continue riding on strong word of mouth promotion in the foreseeable future.

The latest film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman's 'Thor: Love and Thunder', started off well in India. The Taika Waititi directorial grossed Rs 18.

The latest film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman's 'Thor: Love and Thunder', started off well in India. The Taika Waititi directorial grossed Rs 18.60 on the first day of its theatrical journey. The film also stars Christian Bale, Tessa Thompson, Jaimie Alexander, Waititi, and Russell Crowe. Globally, the film is set to have a massive $300 million opening. The movie was released with high expectations as the God of Thunder is currently the most popular superhero in MCU thanks to Hemsworth and Waititi. After the departure of Tony Stark and Chris Evans, Thor is easily the most well-known MCU character left. Waititi proved his mettle with 2017's 'Thor: Ragnarok' and thus fans were hankering to see his take on the God of Thunder again. Also Read: 'Thor Love and Thunder' expected to have a MIGHTY $300 mn worldwide opening The last 'Thor' movie, titled 'Thor: Ragnarok' and also directed by Waititi, had opened with Rs 8 crore, so Rs 20 crore would be a big upgrade. The 29th MCU film, 'Ragnarok' pits two Thors, one the classic Odinson, and the other Mighty Thor that Portman's Jane Foster becomes, against the god-killing force of nature Gorr the God Butcher played by Oscar-winning English actor Christian Bale. He was wronged by the gods, who did not come to his rescue as his family and people died. In the prologue, we see him cradling his dying little daughter. He finds his god living a plentiful life. He acquires the Necrosword that can kill any god, and vows to rid the universe of every divine presence. Also Read: 'Thor Love and Thunder' review: Chris Hemsworth's film disappoints, proves 'superhero fatigue' is real Wion's review of 'Love and Thunder' read, "['Love and Thunder'] cannot recreate the magic that we saw playing out in the preceding film. The trouble, I feel, is that the film is missing that immaculate cocktail of intelligent, humour-laced writing and carefully crafted set pieces that made 'Ragnarok' one of the best MCU entries." Since Indian moviegoers are loving the film, 'Love and Thunder' should continue riding on strong word of mouth promotion in the foreseeable future.

'Thor Love and Thunder' box office collection Day 1: Chris Hemsworth's MCU film earns Rs 18.60 cr

'Thor Love and Thunder': Comics to read before watching Chris Hemsworth's movie

Ahead of the release of 'Thor: Love and Thunder', reviews of the movie have started trickling in. The Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman-starrer is the 29th movie in Marvel Cinematic Universe and fourth movie in the Thor franchise.

Directed by Taika Waititi, who returns from the third movie, 'Ragnarok', the film has Thor and Portman's Jane Foster, who becomes Mighty Thor and wields Mjolnir, pitted against Christian Bale's fearsome villain Gorr the God Butcher.&nbsp;

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Tessa Thompson, Jaimie Alexander, Waititi, and Russell Crowe also star.&nbsp;

The film has scored a decent (but not scintillating) score of 70 per cent on the review aggregation site Rotten Tomatoes. The critical consensus reads, "In some ways, 'Thor: Love and Thunder' feels like Ragnarok redux -- but overall, it offers enough fast-paced fun to make this a worthy addition to the MCU."

Here are a few reviews from major international publications:

AV Club's Todd Gilchrist wrote, "Portman and (especially) Bale contribute more than enough capital-A acting bona fides to lend deeper emotional dimensions to Waititi’s loose, occasionally too-cheerful but always visually adventuresome adaptation of Jason Aaron’s stint on the Mighty Thor."

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Too jokey?

Flicks.co.nz's Tony Stamp wrote, "Almost feels desperate in its attempts to entertain - fights, special effects, and jokes, jokes, jokes. But if everything’s a joke, then does any of it really matter?"

South China Morning Post's&nbsp;James Mottram wrote, "Less po-faced than past Avengers outings, Love and Thunder may not quite be the “classic Thor adventure” as Korg puts it, but it’s got an emotional core about finding the one you love."

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Fast-paced

The Beast's Nick Schager wrote, "Everything is pitched at such a frantically insistent pace that the intended laughs die on the vine."

San Jose Mercury News' Randy Myers wrote, "Thor: Love and Thunder” is one of the most enjoyable MCU romps in a while; one that actually that mirrors the spirit of reading a gone-rogue comic book."

Movie Madness Podcast' Eric Childress wrote, "Did not think it was possible to make a worse Thor film than The Dark World, but Taika Waititi appears to have pulled it off. Love and Thunder now ranks as the low point in the MCU."

A case of diminishing returns?

Toronto Star's Peter Howell wrote, "[Waititi] ups the absurdity and the antics from his first go at the Norse myth narrative, with many recycled gags and diminishing returns."

Flickerin Myth's&nbsp;Robert Kojder wrote, "The final 45 minutes do plenty of heavy lifting and carry thunderous stakes and consequences, but it’s nowhere near enough to love this."

Starburst's&nbsp;Hayden Mears&nbsp;wrote, "Gone is the God of Smashing Coffee Mugs at Diners. Banished is the exhausting machismo of the self-proclaimed Strongest Avenger. Here, we see a God of Thunder who's lost, insecure, and vulnerable."

'Thor: Love and Thunder' releases on July 7. 
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Ahead of the release of 'Thor: Love and Thunder', reviews of the movie have started trickling in. The Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman-starrer is the 29th movie in Marvel Cinematic Universe and fourth movie in the Thor franchise.

Ahead of the release of 'Thor: Love and Thunder', reviews of the movie have started trickling in. The Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman-starrer is the 29th movie in Marvel Cinematic Universe and fourth movie in the Thor franchise. Directed by Taika Waititi, who returns from the third movie, 'Ragnarok', the film has Thor and Portman's Jane Foster, who becomes Mighty Thor and wields Mjolnir, pitted against Christian Bale's fearsome villain Gorr the God Butcher. Also Read: Before 'Thor Love and Thunder,' revisiting God of Thunder's journey in MCU Tessa Thompson, Jaimie Alexander, Waititi, and Russell Crowe also star. The film has scored a decent (but not scintillating) score of 70 per cent on the review aggregation site Rotten Tomatoes. The critical consensus reads, "In some ways, 'Thor: Love and Thunder' feels like Ragnarok redux -- but overall, it offers enough fast-paced fun to make this a worthy addition to the MCU." Here are a few reviews from major international publications: AV Club's Todd Gilchrist wrote, "Portman and (especially) Bale contribute more than enough capital-A acting bona fides to lend deeper emotional dimensions to Waititi’s loose, occasionally too-cheerful but always visually adventuresome adaptation of Jason Aaron’s stint on the Mighty Thor." Also Read: Gorr The God Butcher explained: Who is Christian Bale's Big Bad in 'Thor: Love and Thunder'? Too jokey? Flicks.co.nz's Tony Stamp wrote, "Almost feels desperate in its attempts to entertain - fights, special effects, and jokes, jokes, jokes. But if everything’s a joke, then does any of it really matter?" South China Morning Post's James Mottram wrote, "Less po-faced than past Avengers outings, Love and Thunder may not quite be the “classic Thor adventure” as Korg puts it, but it’s got an emotional core about finding the one you love." Fast-paced The Beast's Nick Schager wrote, "Everything is pitched at such a frantically insistent pace that the intended laughs die on the vine." San Jose Mercury News' Randy Myers wrote, "Thor: Love and Thunder” is one of the most enjoyable MCU romps in a while; one that actually that mirrors the spirit of reading a gone-rogue comic book." Movie Madness Podcast' Eric Childress wrote, "Did not think it was possible to make a worse Thor film than The Dark World, but Taika Waititi appears to have pulled it off. Love and Thunder now ranks as the low point in the MCU." A case of diminishing returns? Toronto Star's Peter Howell wrote, "[Waititi] ups the absurdity and the antics from his first go at the Norse myth narrative, with many recycled gags and diminishing returns." Flickerin Myth's Robert Kojder wrote, "The final 45 minutes do plenty of heavy lifting and carry thunderous stakes and consequences, but it’s nowhere near enough to love this." Starburst's Hayden Mears wrote, "Gone is the God of Smashing Coffee Mugs at Diners. Banished is the exhausting machismo of the self-proclaimed Strongest Avenger. Here, we see a God of Thunder who's lost, insecure, and vulnerable." 'Thor: Love and Thunder' releases on July 7.

'Thor: Love and Thunder' review roundup:  Chris Hemsworth's MCU movies evokes positive response

A new clip from the upcoming Marvel movie 'Thor: Love and Thunder' is here. The Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman-led superhero film is the fourth iteration in the 'Thor' franchise within MCU and brings back Taika Waititi as the director from the last movie, 'Thor: Ragnarok'.

In the movie, Portman's character Jane Foster also assumes the identity of Thor (called Mighty Thor) by wielding Mjolnir. They band together with Tessa Thompson's Valkyrie, Waititi's Korg, and other gods like Zeus (played by Russell Crowe) to face the threat of Gorr.&nbsp;

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The clip recounts the journey of Thor Odinson through the perspective of Gorr the God Butcher, Christian Bale's character who is the main villain of the movie. Wronged by the gods, Gorr lost everything. He vowed to kill every god in the universe and has already killed many before encountering Thor and his allies.&nbsp;

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The clip features Gorr letting Thor understand the sense of helplessness he has faced before. For instance, he could not save his brother Loki from being strangled by Thanos and also could not kill the Mad Titan before he snapped half the universe out of existence. And before that death of his father and his realm, and his mother even before that. It appears Thor's journey so far in MCU is a series of tragedies interspersed with a handful of triumphs.

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The clip also reveals many new shots of both Thors battling Gorr in the shadow realm, where there is no colour. Gorr, Bale under layers of makeup and the acting chops and commitment he brings to every role, looks like a terrifying villain.

Jaimie Alexander, every Guardians of the Galaxy actor (Chris Pratt, Pom Klementieff, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Vin Diesel, and Bradley Cooper), among others also star in 'Love and Thunder'.

'Thor: Love and Thunder' releases on July 7.

A new clip from the upcoming Marvel movie 'Thor: Love and Thunder' is here. The Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman-led superhero film is the fourth iteration in the 'Thor' franchise within MCU and brings back Taika Waititi as the director from the last movie, 'Thor: Ragnarok'.

A new clip from the upcoming Marvel movie 'Thor: Love and Thunder' is here. The Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman-led superhero film is the fourth iteration in the 'Thor' franchise within MCU and brings back Taika Waititi as the director from the last movie, 'Thor: Ragnarok'. In the movie, Portman's character Jane Foster also assumes the identity of Thor (called Mighty Thor) by wielding Mjolnir. They band together with Tessa Thompson's Valkyrie, Waititi's Korg, and other gods like Zeus (played by Russell Crowe) to face the threat of Gorr. The clip recounts the journey of Thor Odinson through the perspective of Gorr the God Butcher, Christian Bale's character who is the main villain of the movie. Wronged by the gods, Gorr lost everything. He vowed to kill every god in the universe and has already killed many before encountering Thor and his allies. Also Read: Did Natalie Portman just spoil a major 'Thor Love and Thunder' plot point? The clip features Gorr letting Thor understand the sense of helplessness he has faced before. For instance, he could not save his brother Loki from being strangled by Thanos and also could not kill the Mad Titan before he snapped half the universe out of existence. And before that death of his father and his realm, and his mother even before that. It appears Thor's journey so far in MCU is a series of tragedies interspersed with a handful of triumphs. Also Read: 'The Boys' season 4 to begin filming sooner than you'd expect The clip also reveals many new shots of both Thors battling Gorr in the shadow realm, where there is no colour. Gorr, Bale under layers of makeup and the acting chops and commitment he brings to every role, looks like a terrifying villain. Jaimie Alexander, every Guardians of the Galaxy actor (Chris Pratt, Pom Klementieff, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Vin Diesel, and Bradley Cooper), among others also star in 'Love and Thunder'. 'Thor: Love and Thunder' releases on July 7.

'Thor Love and Thunder' new clip teases final battle between Thor and Gorr the God Butcher. Watch

Natalie Portman will return in her Marvel Cinematic Universe role Jane Foster in the fourth 'Thor' movie, 'Love and Thunder'. That is not all as she will also assume the mantle of Thor, or more precisely Mighty Thor, by wielding the old Thor weapon -- Mjolnir.

She will team up with Chris Hemsworth's God of Thunder, Tessa Thompson's Valkyrie, and Taika Waititi's Korg to take down Gorr the God Butcher, Christian Bale's villain who vowed to rid the universe of every god.

As the movie's release date nears, the marketing and promotion are in full swing. Hemsworth, Portman, and others are giving interviews to news portals. In one such interview, Portman appears to have spoiled the film.&nbsp;

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At a press event for 'Thor Love and Thunder' in London, Portman was explaining how Mighty Thor is different from Thor. She was saying, "She's new at it. And also keeps reverting to human form, so there's kind of danger always that, like, it might be her last moment getting to experience that.” She then seemed to realise what she had said and apologised.&nbsp;

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However, it is too late. Who knew Portman would turn out to be MCU's next Tom Holland, and that too when Holland is still here.

We know the film, which also stars Russel Crowe, Jaimie Alexander,&nbsp;every&nbsp;Guardians of the Galaxy actor&nbsp;(Chris Pratt, Pom Klementieff, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Vin Diesel, and Bradley Cooper), among others, will at least partially adapt the emotional and acclaimed 'Mighty Thor' storyline in comics, in which Jane suffers from breast cancer as she becomes Mighty Thor.

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The film continues Thor's adventures. 'Love and Thunder' is the 29th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Earlier, Hemsworth had thanked the fans for making the franchise so big in an emotional video.

'Thor: Love and Thunder' releases on July 7. 
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Natalie Portman will return in her Marvel Cinematic Universe role Jane Foster in the fourth 'Thor' movie, 'Love and Thunder'. That is not all as she will also assume the mantle of Thor, or more precisely Mighty Thor, by wielding the old Thor weapon -- Mjolnir.

Natalie Portman will return in her Marvel Cinematic Universe role Jane Foster in the fourth 'Thor' movie, 'Love and Thunder'. That is not all as she will also assume the mantle of Thor, or more precisely Mighty Thor, by wielding the old Thor weapon -- Mjolnir. She will team up with Chris Hemsworth's God of Thunder, Tessa Thompson's Valkyrie, and Taika Waititi's Korg to take down Gorr the God Butcher, Christian Bale's villain who vowed to rid the universe of every god. As the movie's release date nears, the marketing and promotion are in full swing. Hemsworth, Portman, and others are giving interviews to news portals. In one such interview, Portman appears to have spoiled the film. At a press event for 'Thor Love and Thunder' in London, Portman was explaining how Mighty Thor is different from Thor. She was saying, "She's new at it. And also keeps reverting to human form, so there's kind of danger always that, like, it might be her last moment getting to experience that.” She then seemed to realise what she had said and apologised. Also Read: 'Thor Love and Thunder': Chris Hemsworth signals the superhero's end with emotional new video. Watch However, it is too late. Who knew Portman would turn out to be MCU's next Tom Holland, and that too when Holland is still here. We know the film, which also stars Russel Crowe, Jaimie Alexander, every Guardians of the Galaxy actor (Chris Pratt, Pom Klementieff, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Vin Diesel, and Bradley Cooper), among others, will at least partially adapt the emotional and acclaimed 'Mighty Thor' storyline in comics, in which Jane suffers from breast cancer as she becomes Mighty Thor. The film continues Thor's adventures. 'Love and Thunder' is the 29th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Earlier, Hemsworth had thanked the fans for making the franchise so big in an emotional video. 'Thor: Love and Thunder' releases on July 7.

Did Natalie Portman just spoil a major 'Thor Love and Thunder' plot point?

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Everybody was astonished to see Chris Hemsworth's naked butt in his upcoming film 'Thor: Love and Thunder' trailer. The Hollywood star recently attended the grand premiere of the film at the El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles, where he expressed that the scene had been his dream too. According to Variety, Chris Hemsworth, while interacting with the media, talked about his much-awaited film.&nbsp;

"Showing my butt was kind of a dream of mine," he said.&nbsp;

Chris is returning as Thor with actress Natalie Portman, who&nbsp;will be seen as the Mighty Thor in their&nbsp;film. Hemsworth, in a personal interaction session during the premier event, opened up about the viral naked scene that featured him.&nbsp;

The trailer gathered all the eyeballs of the netizens after the 'The Avengers' actor was spotted all naked, showing off his ripped body and handcuffed, though blurred. In an interview, he said, "It was 10 years in the making that scene -- kind of a dream of mine".

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-thor-love-and-thunder-trailer-out-reveals-first-look-of-christian-bales-villainous-character-gorr-481724">'Thor: Love and Thunder' trailer out, reveals first look of Christian Bale's villainous character Gorr</a>

The particular scene from the trailer has been replayed numerous times on YouTube.&nbsp;

Marvel fans lauded Hemsworth for showing off his naked butt on screen. Post that, the excitement among the fans increased to a new extent. Chris further added to his statement by saying: "I had had that out in ‘Rush’ many years ago. In a Marvel film, it was a very large screen, it was a very big pair of cheeks, and, I don’t know, I had seen it before."&nbsp;

In an interview with Variety, the director of the film, Taika Waititi, who is playing the character Korg in the film, said, "We had talked about, ‘Yeah, we gotta show off this body.’ My whole thing was like, Chris works so hard, you’ve gotta show it off. Don’t cover it up with all these suits and the cape and stuff, it's not fair!".

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/chris-hemsworth-to-leave-marvel-after-thor-love-and-thunder-actor-responds-489758">Is Chris Hemsworth leaving Marvel world after 'Thor: Love and Thunder' ? Actor responds</a>

In ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’, fans will witness not one but two Thors, as actor Natalie Portman is also portraying the role of mighty Thor. The ‘Spiderhead’ actor said, "A little stab to the ego, but I quickly got over it and I was in awe of everything she had done."&nbsp;

The film also stars Christian Bale as the villain named Gorr the God Butcher, Tessa Thompson as Valkyrie, and Chris Pratt as Peter Quill, the Star-Lord, among others in prominent roles. The film is slated for a release on July 7, 2022, in India, a day before its release in America on July 8.&nbsp;

Watch 'Thor: Love and Thunder' trailer here:-

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Everybody was astonished to see Chris Hemsworth's naked butt in his upcoming film 'Thor: Love and Thunder' trailer. The Hollywood star recently attended the grand premiere of the film at the El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles, where he expressed that the scene had been his dream too.

Everybody was astonished to see Chris Hemsworth's naked butt in his upcoming film 'Thor: Love and Thunder' trailer. The Hollywood star recently attended the grand premiere of the film at the El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles, where he expressed that the scene had been his dream too. According to Variety, Chris Hemsworth, while interacting with the media, talked about his much-awaited film. "Showing my butt was kind of a dream of mine," he said. Chris is returning as Thor with actress Natalie Portman, who will be seen as the Mighty Thor in their film. Hemsworth, in a personal interaction session during the premier event, opened up about the viral naked scene that featured him. The trailer gathered all the eyeballs of the netizens after the 'The Avengers' actor was spotted all naked, showing off his ripped body and handcuffed, though blurred. In an interview, he said, "It was 10 years in the making that scene -- kind of a dream of mine". Also Read: 'Thor: Love and Thunder' trailer out, reveals first look of Christian Bale's villainous character Gorr The particular scene from the trailer has been replayed numerous times on YouTube. Marvel fans lauded Hemsworth for showing off his naked butt on screen. Post that, the excitement among the fans increased to a new extent. Chris further added to his statement by saying: "I had had that out in ‘Rush’ many years ago. In a Marvel film, it was a very large screen, it was a very big pair of cheeks, and, I don’t know, I had seen it before." In an interview with Variety, the director of the film, Taika Waititi, who is playing the character Korg in the film, said, "We had talked about, ‘Yeah, we gotta show off this body.’ My whole thing was like, Chris works so hard, you’ve gotta show it off. Don’t cover it up with all these suits and the cape and stuff, it's not fair!". Also Read: Is Chris Hemsworth leaving Marvel world after 'Thor: Love and Thunder' ? Actor responds In ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’, fans will witness not one but two Thors, as actor Natalie Portman is also portraying the role of mighty Thor. The ‘Spiderhead’ actor said, "A little stab to the ego, but I quickly got over it and I was in awe of everything she had done." The film also stars Christian Bale as the villain named Gorr the God Butcher, Tessa Thompson as Valkyrie, and Chris Pratt as Peter Quill, the Star-Lord, among others in prominent roles. The film is slated for a release on July 7, 2022, in India, a day before its release in America on July 8. Watch 'Thor: Love and Thunder' trailer here:-

Chris Hemsworth calls his naked butt scene in ‘Thor: Love and Thunder' a dream 

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