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Why Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’s Jheel Mehta Quit Acting! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Jheel Mehta has earned a lot of love and recognition and, of course, moolah from Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. Our little Sonu left the show in 2012 to pursue her higher studies. But she unfortunately had to quit showbiz after her father suffered a heart attack. Scroll below for details of her unknown past.

If you visit Jheel’s Instagram page, you will, to date, find a plethora of comments requesting her to come back to Tmkoc. But as they say, every good thing comes to an end. In a new interview, the actress revealed that she auditioned for the sitcom when she was only 10 years old. Her mother’s friend brought her the opportunity, and it has truly changed her life!

Jheel Mehta on quitting showbiz

Even after leaving Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, Jheel...

Spoiler Alert: The story includes details about Season 21 Episode 8 of Grey’s Anatomy, Drop It Like It’s Hot.

Grey’s Anatomy is known for its jam-packed finales but even by those standards, this year’s fall closer was a doozy. Set against the backdrop of a deadly heat wave, it featured the Grey Sloan exit of Mika (Midori Francis) who struggled to move on from her sister’s death. There was a risky surgery that may have killed a patient, a store robbery gone wrong that may have killed one or more people, more marriage woes for Owen and Teddy and rekindled love for Benson.

Taking place more than six months after the events in the previous episode when Mika woke up after her surgery to find out that her sister Chloe had died, the finale chronicles Mika’s first day back at Grey Sloan after a recovery time off.

She...

This week on the Film Stories Podcast Network, our array of film and TV chats cover Monty Python, Sean Baker’s Anora and more. Here’s what we’ve been up to…

As always, we have a wealth of fascinating topics and opinionated minds to offer on the Film Stories Podcast Network. Below you’ll find chatter about up-to-the-minute movies – including Oscar contender Anora – and classic TV, including Babylon 5.

Here’s what we have on offer this week:

Reel Talk

Sam Stokes is back for another discussion, with guest Bo Nicholson, discussing the film of the moment – Sean Baker’s Anora…

Britcom Goes to the Movies

Join the anarcho-syndicalist commune ran by Rob Heath and Guy Walker once again, with special guest in The League of Gentlemen co-creator Jeremy Dyson, chatting 1975’s legendary Monty Python and the Holy Grail…

The CineHistorians Podcast

Our newest podcast kid on the block...

After a generic DVD run and Blu-rays released outside the U.S. market under the name Ragman, Synapse Films has answered the prayers of many horror-metal fans with the recent 4K release of 1986’s Trick or Treat. Having “No Wimps” and “No False Metal,” this film is considered by many to be the quintessential heavy metal horror flick, partially thanks to a perfectly apropos soundtrack provided by the band Fastway.

After constantly being harassed by the cool kids at his high school, Eddie Weinbauer aka “Ragman” finds solace in listening to the music of his idol Sammi Curr to get through the abuse. Not only is he a famous heavy metal star, but Curr is also an alum at Eddie’s high school where he became an outcast-made-good into metal stardom. And this is why Eddie feels a faux bond and extreme idolization for Curr since he believes they share the same origin story,...

Hey, remember Y2K (Aka “the millenium bug”)? In the months leading up to the year 2000, everybody was in an uproar, believing there would be a complete shutdown of resources upon midnight of December 31 / January 1 of 2000.

In a nutshell, many computer programs were not set up for the change of “19” to “20” that year, and the possibility existed that files would become unreachable, the power grid would shut down, etc.

Of course, there were some technical issues upon the stroke of midnight, but thankfully, nowhere near the disaster that so many people believed was inevitable. Well, A24’s newest film, appropriately called Y2K, uses the panic as the basis for its plot.

Set on December 31, 1999 Y2K stars Jaeden Martell, Rachel Zegler, Julian Dennison Australian rapper the Kid Laroi, Fred Durst and Alicia Silverstone.

Although A24 has become mostly known for its serious horror films such as The Witch, Hereditary, Midsommar and Talk to Me,...

On Monday November 18 2024, Fyi broadcasts Jake Makes It Easy!

Balsamic & Soy Braised Brisket & Apple Honey Cake Season 1 Episode 7 Episode Summary

In the upcoming episode of *Jake Makes It Easy* titled “Balsamic & Soy Braised Brisket & Apple Honey Cake” airing on Fyi, Jake shares a delicious recipe that is sure to impress any crowd. He prepares a balsamic and soy glazed brisket, a dish known for its rich, savory flavors that make it a favorite at any gathering. The combination of balsamic vinegar and soy sauce creates a unique glaze that beautifully complements the tender brisket, making it a standout main course.

For dessert, Jake balances the savory flavors of the brisket with a sweet apple honey cake. The cake brings a light, fruity note to the meal, with the natural sweetness of apples and honey making it the perfect finish to a hearty dish. Jake Makes It Easy continues to deliver simple,...

On Monday November 18 2024, Fyi broadcasts Jake Makes It Easy!

Schnitzel Sandwich Celery Root Remoulade & Chocolate Chip Cookie Brittle Season 1 Episode 8 Episode Summary

In the upcoming episode of *Jake Makes It Easy* titled “Schnitzel Sandwich Celery Root Remoulade & Chocolate Chip Cookie Brittle” airing on Fyi, Jake takes inspiration from one of his husband’s favorite childhood dishes. In this episode, Jake combines classic flavors with a European twist to create a delicious fried chicken sandwich, adding celery root remoulade to elevate the dish.

Alongside the sandwich, Jake also prepares a simple yet irresistible dessert: a no-bake chocolate chip cookie brittle. With minimal effort, the brittle delivers the perfect balance of sweet and crunchy, making it a great pairing for the main dish. This episode of Jake Makes It Easy is perfect for anyone looking to add some easy, flavorful recipes to their kitchen repertoire.

What Time is the “Schnitzel Sandwich Celery...

Aldis Hodge is coming to TV screens as Alex Cross, and he’s ready to crack any case.

It’s the first time ever that fans get to see the iconic character from James Patterson’s popular book series come to life on television. However, in this TV adaptation, he takes on a whole new set adventures that have never been told between the pages.

Writer and producer Ben Watkins crafted this new vision of “Cross,” which takes place in the nation’s capital of Washington, D.C., where criminals lurk during the day and the night. But no crime is too big of challenge for Cross.

Some supporting cast members include Stacie Greenwell, Sharon Taylor, Mercedes de la Zerda. Dwain Murphy, Karen Robinson, Jason Rogel, Siobhan Murphy and more. But check out the main case below.

Aldis Hodge as Alex Cross in “Cross” (Prime Video) Aldis Hodge as Alex...

Remember when everyone thought the world was going to end on January 1, 2000? Well, what if it actually did? That’s the premise behind A24’s dial-up disaster comedy Y2K, headed to theaters on December 6. But you can see the film early if you live in or near Chicago!

Bloody Disgusting is giving away Free Passes to see A24’s Y2K on the big screen early on Wednesday, November 20 in Chicago, featuring a special intro and post-film Q&a with filmmakers Kyle Mooney and Evan Winter that’s moderated by Randall Colburn, producer and co-host of Bloody Disgusting’s The Losers’ Club: A Stephen King Podcast. Please note that we’re accepting One Entry Per Person, and winners will be notified via email by Monday, November 18.

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The film takes place on the last night of 1999. “Two high school juniors...

On Friday November 15 2024, Outd broadcasts Ranch America!

Country it Country Season 2 Episode 8 Episode Summary

“Ranch America” is set to return with an exciting new episode titled “Country it Country.” This episode features River Klass, who is back on his home turf in Northern California. Known for its stunning landscapes and rich ranching culture, this part of California offers a unique perspective on rural life.

In “Country it Country,” River Klass will explore the traditions and challenges of ranching in Northern California. The episode promises to showcase the beauty of the region, from rolling hills to vast open spaces. River will meet local ranchers and learn about their way of life, highlighting the importance of community and hard work in this area.

Viewers can expect to see River engaging with the land and the people who call it home. He will share stories of resilience and passion, giving a glimpse into...

Cross has finally debuted on Amazon’s Prime Video, and it’s already getting solid reviews from fans and from the press.

We’re here to bring you all the info you need on season 1, and the latest news about season 2!

Keep reading to find out more…

Scroll down for everything you might need to know while watching the first season of Cross.

Cross Season 1 Cast:

Cross features a great cast, and we’re listing out who’s who!

Aldis Hodge as Alex Cross

Isaiah Mustafa as Detective John Sampson

Juanita Jennings as Regina Cross

Sharon Taylor as Lieutenant Oracene Massey

Melody Hurd as Janelle Cross

Jennifer Wigmore as Chief Anderson

Caleb Elijah as Damon Cross

Samantha Walkes as Elle Monteiro

Ryan Eggold as Ed Ramsey

Alona Tal as Kayla Craig

Eloise Mumford as Shannon Witmer

Johnny Ray Gill as Bobby Trey

Cross Season 1 Synopsis:

Cross is a crime/thriller...

Netflix film executive Niija Kuykendall is leaving the streamer after three years.

She joined in October 2021 as VP of film, where she oversaw a new department focusing on mid-sized holiday, faith-based and young adult movies. Netflix didn’t give a reason for her departure but confirmed she’ll be exiting the company at the end of the year.

“Niija’s creative relationships with established and upcoming filmmakers, like Tyler Perry, Denzel and Malcolm Washington, and David Yates, have had a great impact on our film slate,” Netflix’s film VP Doug Belgrad said in a statement. “I want to thank her for her many contributions, including films such as ‘The Piano Lesson,’ ‘The Deliverance,’ ‘The Six Triple Eight,’ ‘Pain Hustlers’ and ‘Mea Culpa.’”

Kuykendall was hired by Netflix’s former film chief Scott Stuber, who was replaced earlier this year by Dan Lin. In Lin’s first month on the job,...

Remember when everyone thought the world was going to end on January 1, 2000? Well, what if it actually did? That’s the premise behind A24’s dial-up disaster comedy Y2K, headed to theaters on December 6. Preview the apocalyptic mayhem with the brand new trailer below.

The film takes place on the last night of 1999. “Two high school juniors crash a New Year’s Eve party, only to find themselves fighting for their lives in this dial-up disaster comedy.”

Jaeden Martell (It, Mr. Harrigan’s Phone) and Julian Dennison (Deadpool 2) star as the high school friends. Y2K also stars Rachel Zegler (West Side Story), Lachlan Watson (“Chucky,” “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina”), Mason Gooding (Scream 2022, Scream VI), The Kid Laroi, Tim Heidecker (Us), Eduardo Franco (“Stranger Things”), Miles Robbins (Daniel Isn’t Real, Halloween 2018), Alicia Silverstone (The Killing of a Sacred Deer, The Lodge), Fred Hechinger (Fear Street), Daniel Zolghadri (Funny Pages) and Fred Durst.

The 37th annual Virginia Film Festival has tallied up the votes to determine its 2024 Audience Award winners. After 138 films and events over a five day period, the Narrative Feature that won over the most attendees was Tracie Laymon’s “Bob Trevino Likes It,” while Dawn Porter’s “Luther: Never Too Much” won for Documentary Feature, and “Makayla’s Voice” and “Irma” won the Narrative Short and Documentary Short categories, respectively.

Additionally, the festival put on by the University of Virginia welcomed a series of individuals winners to its Charlottesville setting, including “Anora” star Mikey Madison accepting the Vaff’s Achievement in Acting Award after a sold-out screening at the Paramount Theater, “Saturday Night” star Lamorne Morris receiving the Virtuoso Award as part of the festival’s Saturday night programming, and “Pavements” filmmaker Alex Ross Perry accepting the Directorial Achievement Award for the film, and participating in a Q&a alongside Pavement drummer Steve West.

Silent Hill 2 was released in 2001 and recently just got a very successful remake. Recently, Masahiro Ito, the game’s art director, confirmed that the creature’s origin is rooted in reality within the game’s universe. Silent Hill 2’s Pyramid Head remains one of the most chilling and memorable creatures in survival horror history.

Image Credit: Bloober Team

Ito confirmed that Pyramid Head wasn’t merely a figment of protagonist James Sunderland’s imagination but instead originated from a painting within the game. This revelation has put to rest years of speculation among fans, suggesting that James’ encounters with the creature were influenced by something tangible

Silent Hill 2‘s Pyramid Head Just Got a Whole Lot Creepier

Pyramid Head’s introduction in the original 2001 release of Silent Hill 2 remains one of gaming’s most disturbing moments. As James searches for his deceased wife in Silent Hill,...

Fans of Stephen King’s chilling universe in ‘It’ will be thrilled to know that the horror is far from over. Max, formerly HBO Max, has officially launched a prequel series called ‘Welcome to Derry’ under the directorial vision of Andy Muschietti, alongside Barbara Muschietti and Jason Fuchs.

The upcoming series aims to deepen the lore of Derry, the haunted town that first terrorized audiences in King’s 1986 novel and gained renewed attention with the recent films ‘It’ and ‘It: Chapter Two’.

The story will take us back to the 1960s, exploring the eerie origins of Derry’s curse and the emergence of its most infamous resident, Pennywise the Clown.

In a captivating reveal, Max shared a sneak peek of ‘Welcome to Derry’, showcasing chilling first-look images and teaser footage.

New teaser for ‘Welcome To Derry,’ featuring Bill Skarsgard’s return as Pennywise.

Releasing in 2025 pic.twitter.com/EI2TI...

Shot and set in Gravesend, a town in Kent, England, Andrea Arnold’s new film Bird, starring newcomer Nykiya Adams alongside Barry Keoghan and Franz Rogowski, is a portrait of a young girl coming of age under chaotic circumstances. Twelve-year-old Bailey, played brilliantly by Adams, is bound by poverty and a dearth of options to her unstable father, Bug (Keoghan); she seeks solace in whatever independence she can find. When a mysterious stranger (Rogowski) appears on her doorstep, an uncanny bond is formed between them, altering the course of her life. Bird is currently in theaters from Mubi. Filmmaker: Your narrative […]

The post “Don’t Call It ‘Magic Realism'”: Andrea Arnold on Returning to Narrative Cinema with Bird first appeared on Filmmaker Magazine.

Shot and set in Gravesend, a town in Kent, England, Andrea Arnold’s new film Bird, starring newcomer Nykiya Adams alongside Barry Keoghan and Franz Rogowski, is a portrait of a young girl coming of age under chaotic circumstances. Twelve-year-old Bailey, played brilliantly by Adams, is bound by poverty and a dearth of options to her unstable father, Bug (Keoghan); she seeks solace in whatever independence she can find. When a mysterious stranger (Rogowski) appears on her doorstep, an uncanny bond is formed between them, altering the course of her life. Bird is currently in theaters from Mubi. Filmmaker: Your narrative […]

The post “Don’t Call It ‘Magic Realism'”: Andrea Arnold on Returning to Narrative Cinema with Bird first appeared on Filmmaker Magazine.

Here’s a very welcome surprise before the end of the year: Leos Carax’s stunning cine-memoir It’s Not Me is getting a release this December. Sideshow and Janus Films announced today that the Cannes and NYFF selection will hit theaters in NY and LA as well as arrive on the Criterion Channel and VOD platforms on December 10.

Here’s the synopsis: “French cinema firebrand Leos Carax has spent 40 years making galvanizing movies that float in the beautifully perplexing nether space between reality and artifice, from Boy Meets Girl and The Lovers on the Bridge to Holy Motors and the recent musical Annette. In his new film, he lovingly evokes the aesthetics of Jean-Luc Godard, paying aptly cheeky respect to the late New Wave master, his own career, and cinema itself, rummaging through a century of movies to situate his work within a continuum of the medium. Rather than self-aggrandize,...

HBO Max offered a peek at the forthcoming seasons of The White Lotus, The Last of Us, And Just Like That, and Hacks in a new trailer that aired Sunday night. The clip also teased the new Game of Thrones series, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, and Stephen King adaptation, It: Welcome to Derry.

The big news is the look at the third season of The White Lotus, which is set in Thailand. The trailer showcases returning cast member Natasha Rothwell along with new additions Walton Goggins, Leslie Bibb,...

There’s a wedding on the horizon for Chicago P.D.’s Kim Burgess and Adam Ruzek, but just how the NBC cop drama will pull it off remains to be seen.

Given the serious nature of the show, which often deals with dark and gritty cases, star Marina Squerciati isn’t even sure how her hopes for the nuptials will fit into series.

More from TVLine<em>Chicago P.D.’</em>s Marina Squerciati Talks Burgess’ Rocky Road to Detective and How It Impacts #Burzek<em>Chicago P.D.’</em>s Laroyce Hawkins Wants Atwater to Officiate #Burzek WeddingSNL Host Bill Burr Offers Post-Trump Advice...

Earlier this year, the Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products, Josh D’Amaro, announced that Disney plans to add a Monstropolis to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World. Immediately, fans questioned where the attraction was being added. The location was not announced then, but concept art showed it being located either at the Launch Bay area or in the Muppets area of the park.

Fans asked where the new Monsters Inc. area was going but were not answered. Many are concerned that they will replace the Muppets area with this new IP. Meanwhile, the Launch Bay isn’t very popular, and many hope it goes there.

Today, D’Amaro told guests at D23 Brazil that construction would begin in 2025. However, they still refuse to answer the question of Where they are putting this attraction.

Construction on the Cars Land and Monstropolis begins next year #D23Brasil pic.twitter.

The nominations for the 2025 Grammy Awards have been announced!

The Recording Academy announced the nominees in a YouTube livestream on Friday (November 8).

It was once again a big year for women with Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Charli Xcx, Sabrina Carpenter, and Chappell Roan receiving top nominations.

Keep reading to find out more…Beyoncé received the most nominations with a total of 11.

The 2025 Grammys will take place on February 2, 2025 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.

Check out the full list of 2025 Grammys nominations below!

Record of the Year

“Now and Then,” The Beatles

“Texas Hold ‘Em,” Beyoncé

“Espresso,” Sabrina Carpenter

“360,” Charli xcx

“Birds Of A Feather,” Billie Eilish

“Not Like Us,” Kendrick Lamar

“Good Luck, Babe!,” Chappell Roan

“Fortnight,” Taylor Swift feat. Post Malone

Album of the Year

New Blue Sun, André 3000

Cowboy Carter, Beyoncé

Short n’ Sweet, Sabrina Carpenter

Brat, Charli xcx

Djesse Vol. 4, Jacob Collier

Hit Me Hard And Soft,...

Kangana Ranaut blames Taylor Swift and Jlo for Kamala Harris’ loss ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Kangana Ranaut always expresses her honest opinion on political matters. The Queen actress, who supported Donald Trump through the 2024 US presidential elections, has blamed Hollywood celebrities for Kamala Harris’s loss. Kangana lashed out at the singers and actors who supported Harris’ campaign. As soon as the election results became clear and Trump took the lead, Kangana took to social media to slam celebs like Taylor Swift, Jennifer Lopez, and Billie Eilish, calling them ‘clowns.’

Kangana Ranaut calls Taylor Swift, JLo, and other Celebs ‘Clowns’ for Damaging Kamala Harris’ Campaign.

Following the declaration of the US presidential election results, Kangana posted a story about Kamala Harris’ defeat on Instagram. The actress cited Hollywood stars’ support as the reason behind the Democrat candidate’s loss.

She shared a collage of pictures of celebs like Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish,...

The fictional city of Derry, Maine looms unsettlingly large in the novels of Stephen King. It isn't as central to the author's integrated narratives as the berg of Castle Rock (which spawned a mediocre Hulu series), but its role in two of his most celebrated books -- "It" and "11/22/63" (which spawned a putrid Hulu series) -- is of more than Easter egg importance.

It is the hoariest of cliches to say a city is "a character" in a story, but Derry is truly a spellbinding force unto itself in "It." The city has a horrific history, starting with the disappearance of 340 settlers in 1741, continuing with the 1864 massacre of 120 citizens by Confederate sympathizers and including, among many other nasty incidents, the explosion of the Kitchener Ironworks (which killed 102 people in 1906). This is before Pennywise the clown began stalking the and killing the children of Derry in the late 1950s. A city...

On Wednesday November 6 2024, Comedy Central broadcasts The Daily Show!

The Daily Show Presents A Live Election Night Special With Jon Stewart: Indecision 2024: Nothing We Can Do About It Now Season 29 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Daily Show,” titled “The Daily Show Presents A Live Election Night Special With Jon Stewart: Indecision 2024: Nothing We Can Do About It Now,” promises to be an engaging and lively event. Airing on Comedy Central, this special episode will feature Jon Stewart and the talented Daily Show News Team as they dive into the final moments of America’s election cycle.

Viewers can expect comprehensive coverage of the election results from seven key swing states. These states are crucial to the outcome of the election, and the team will provide real-time updates as the votes are counted. Jon Stewart, known for his sharp wit and insightful commentary, will lead the discussions,...

Within the anime industry, Studio Ghibli has the most unique animation style that adds a realistic feeling to the story. For many years Ghibli’s animation blended perfectly with Hayao Miyazaki’s artistic approach and produced some of the greatest anime films of all time. It has remained consistent for most of the time, but there have been a few exceptions that fans might not have noticed.

My Neighbor Totoro | Credit: Studio Ghibli

One of those exceptions was seen when Miyazaki’s My Neighbor Totoro came out in 1988. The film was animated by Studio Ghibli, and the key animation at the time was handled by Yoshinori Kanada, one of the most influential Japanese animators of all time. Kanada had worked on a lot of Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli projects as the key animator.

Kanada had a special bond with Miyazaki, which led to the filmmaker making an exception for him.

On Wednesday November 6 2024, MTV broadcasts The Daily Show!

The Daily Show Presents A Live Election Night Special With Jon Stewart: Indecision 2024: Nothing We Can Do About It Now Season 29 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Daily Show,” titled “The Daily Show Presents A Live Election Night Special With Jon Stewart: Indecision 2024: Nothing We Can Do About It Now,” promises to be an engaging and lively event. Scheduled to air on MTV, this special will feature Jon Stewart and the familiar faces of The Daily Show News Team as they tackle the final moments of America’s election season.

In this live special, Jon Stewart will guide viewers through the results from seven key swing states that are crucial in determining the outcome of the election. The episode aims to provide real-time updates, ensuring that fans stay informed about the latest developments. The Daily Show’s signature...

Chris Pratt stays neutral for the 2024 Presidential Election and delivers a message of unity in this time of division.

The Guardians of the Galaxy star didn’t endorse Kamala Harris or Donald Trump but instead talked about coming together as a country.

“I’ve been doomscrolling my way through this election season. And I see things from both sides. I understand that people’s lives and rights are on the line,” Pratt said in a column for Sunday Paper, his mother-in-law Maria Shriver’s website. “I also see that there are millions of people who feel overlooked and invisible to our government and are desperate for something to change.”

Pratt went on to recall that his “family was poor” growing up and although his “life has drastically changed” after becoming a movie star, he added, “I’m trying to make sense of the election through the eyes of Americans on both sides.

Roblox has become a behemoth in digital content creation over the past five years. There are more than 70 million videos about it uploaded to TikTok, and it’s consistently one of YouTube‘s most-watched titles, with creators like KreekCraft racking up tens of millions of views (and 10+ million subscribers) on content made within the game. It also, through its DevEx program for game developers, generated over $1.2 billion worth of economic value in the United States between 2017 and 2023.

And one of the game developers within that program is making something that could end up turning Roblox into a competitor for TikTok and YouTube.

Back in March, Neura Studios released Clip It–a TikTok and YouTube Shorts lookalike that only operates exclusively within the Roblox platform. It has most of the same functionalities: a swipe-to-the-next-video Ui, likes, comments, and a suite of editing tools that lets creators post clips from the game...

Veer-Zaara witnesses a phenomenal advance booking with its international re-release (Photo Credit – Prime Video)

The Shah Rukh Khan and Preity Zinta starrer cult romantic film Veer-Zaara is all set to see a grand international release on November 7, 2024, to mark its 20th anniversary. The film will be released in international locations like the Middle East, North America, Australia, the UK & Europe, Malaysia, New Zealand and Singapore. And we are not surprised that the film has started with a bang regarding its advance bookings overseas.

Such is the craze for Veer-Zaara in Germany, where the movie sold around 1000 tickets in 18 shows just four days before its re-release. Looking at the craze in Germany for the Shah Rukh Khan and Preity Zinta starrer, the makers decided to open advance booking for the movie. For the uninitiated, Germany showed the same love towards the film when it was released in 2004. According to a news report in Pinkvilla,...

Smile On Ott Release Date Revealed ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Smile 2, led by Naomi Scott, is already a box-office success and continues earning money. The movie is now set to impress a wider audience as it is set to be released on Ott platforms. It was released in theatres last month and ruled at #1 in the domestic box office list until Venom: The Last Dance was released. Scroll below to find out how and where to watch it online.

About the movie-

It is the sequel to the 2022 psychological supernatural horror flick. The latest movie was directed by Parker Finn and features Naomi Scott in the lead role of a pop star. She begins to experience a series of highly disturbing events as she is about to go on tour. The sequel also features Rosemarie DeWitt, Lukas Gage, Miles Gutierrez-Riley, Peter Jacobson, Ray Nicholson, Dylan Gelula, and Raúl Castillo. Only...

Three days before the election, Kamala Harris made a cameo during the Saturday Night Live cold open, sharing some words with the woman who plays her, Maya Rudolph, as she prepared to give her final Pennsylvania speech of the presidential campaign.

“I’m just here to remind you, you got this, because you can do something your opponent cannot do: You can open doors,” the real Harris said to Rudolph’s Kamala, making a joke about Donald Trump’s trash-truck stunt this past week.

Rudolph’s Kamala then let out a laugh — something that has been the source of Trump’s mockery.

“I don’t really laugh like that, do I?” the real Harris asked.

“Ahhhh…a little bit,” Rudolph’s Kamala responded.

The skit was a boost for Harris, as it featured a weary and exhausted Trump (James Austin Johnson) flailing at one of his rallies and gave the...

Finn Wolfhard should have entered that Timothee Chalamet lookalike contest!

In a new interview, the 21-year-old Stranger Things actor said that he was mistaken for the 28-year-old Dune actor while out in New York City with some friends.

Keep reading to find out more…“When I was in SoHo one time getting into an Uber with some friends, someone else had called an Uber to the same location and it was the same car, so we thought this was our Uber,” Finn told Us Weekly. “So as we’re getting in, this other group went into the car, and we were like, ‘Oh, sorry that’s your Uber.’ And then one of them looked at me, and he recognized me, and his eyes went wide.”

Finn said that he’s used to getting recognized since he’s been in fan-favorite projects like Stranger Things, It, and Ghostbusters, but this turned...

Mission Impossible 8 Budget Keeps Growing (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Tom Cruise’s Mission Impossible 8 is trending in the media, especially because of its ballooning budget. It has now gone north of $300 million. Christopher McQuarrie will reportedly direct the last movie in the franchise. Scroll below for more.

The action spy films are based on the 1966 TV series created by Bruce Geller. The first film in the series came out in 1996, establishing Tom as an action star and making him a global sensation. It is one of the most popular franchises that Tom has led. They have grossed around $4.09 billion worldwide. Unfortunately, Mi 7, released in 2023, had an underwhelming performance at the box office. It suffered because of the films Barbie and Oppenheimer. They overshadowed every film, even Cruise’s Biggie. It was the first film in the series to receive an Academy Award nomination for Best Visual Effects and Best Sound.

Now,...

In a year full of terrific (and terrifying) horror movies, "Heretic" stands out from the crowd. Driven by captivating dialogue and a simmering sense of dread that eventually boils over into outright terror, the writing and directing duo of Scott Beck and Bryan Woods have done the impossible: They've made an A24 horror movie that captures the studio's trademark sense of unease while also delivering a proper crowdpleaser. It's the kind of movie that feels carefully built to appeal to horror fans ranging from arthouse to casual, all without sacrificing character, atmosphere, and yes, scares. As I wrote in my review from Fantastic Fest, this is simply an extremely good time at the movies. 

And delivering extremely good times at the movies is what Beck and Woods do best. After writing "A Quiet Place," they directed two of the most underrated genre films of the past few years with "Haunt...

You know the drill: a successful franchise with intellectual property value cannot stay idle. So, after the success of “It” and “It Chapter Two,” filmmakers Andy Muschietti and Barbara Muschietti, who directed and produced the first two films, are returning with the spin-off prequel series, “It: Welcome To Derry.” The series comes from Warner Bros. Television and was developed for television by the Muschiettis and Jason Fuchs, “It: Welcome To Derry” will debut in 2025 on HBO and will be available to stream on Max.

Continue reading ‘It: Welcome To Derry’ First Look: HBO’s Upcoming Prequel Series Scares Up A 2025 Premiere at The Playlist.

Rudy Mancuso and Jovan Adepo in ‘It: Welcome to Derry’ (Photo Credit:

Brooke Palmer/Max)

HBO chose Halloween, a very appropriate holiday, to release the first batch of photos from It: Welcome to Derry. The nine-episode prequel is expected to premiere in 2025.

The much-anticipated prequel to Stephen King’s It stars Taylour Paige, Jovan Adepo, Chris Chalk, James Remar, Stephen Rider, Madeleine Stowe, and Rudy Mancuso. Bill Skarsgård returns to the twisted world of Derry after starring as Pennywise in It and It Chapter Two.

“Set in the world of Stephen King’s It universe, It: Welcome to Derry is based on King’s It novel and expands the vision established by filmmaker Andy Muschietti in the feature films It and It Chapter Two,” reads HBO’s very basic description.

Andy Muschietti, Barbara Muschietti, and Jason Fuchs developed the series, and Andy Muschietti directed four episodes.

Taylour Paige in season...

Stephen King's book It, about a child-eating clown called Pennywise who terrorizes the small town of Derry on and off for decades, has been terrifying people ever since it first hit bookshelves in 1986. More recently, Andy Muschietti directed a pair of movies based on It that did quite well at the box office, well enough for HBO to greenlight a show set in Derry, decades before the events of the main story. It's called It: Welcome to Derry.

Normally I'd say this sounds like HBO is stretching, but two things make me optimistic: first, It is an enormous book, and there probably is enough in there to base a show on. Welcome to Derry will be based on the "interludes" throughout the book, when one of the main characters, Mike Hanlon, investigates incidents in Derry's past where Pennywise crawled out of his hole to wreck havoc, whipping the...

The upcoming TV series It: Welcome to Derry, which will serve as a prequel to Warner Bros’ two-part adaptation of the classic Stephen King novel It (pick up a copy Here), was originally meant to be for the Max streaming service, but we recently learned that it will be airing on HBO as well. The show went into production in Port Hope, Ontario at the end of last year, aiming for a 2025 premiere, and wrapped in August after 237 shooting days. Now, a batch of first look images have made their way online, and you can check those out in this article.

Brad Caleb Kane (Tokyo Vice) and Jason Fuchs (Wonder Woman), who was a co-producer on It: Chapter Two, are the showrunners on It: Welcome to Derry (and Kane recently signed on to be showrunner on the Friday the 13th series Crystal Lake as well.) The show is being executive...

Get ready to face your fears! HBO has just released the first look images from the highly anticipated original horror series It: Welcome to Derry. It's time to dive into the dark and twisted world of Derry, the eerie town that introduced us to the shape-shifting evil entity Pennywise. The new series promises to explore the dark secrets lurking beneath its surface.

This nine-episode show serves as a prequel to the supernatural horror films It (2017) and It Chapter Two (2019) and is based on Stephen King's popular 1986 horror novel It. It comes from Warner Bros. Television and was developed by Andy Muschietti, Barbara Muschietti, and Jason Fuchs. Andy helmed four episodes in the series. In addition, Jason wrote the script for the first episode and serves as co-showrunner with Brad Caleb Kane.

The Muschiettis, Fuchs, Kane, David Coatsworth, Bill Skarsgård, Shelley Meals, Roy Lee, and Dan Lin are also signed on as executive producers.

Soon it’ll be time to head back to the sewers. It: Welcome to Derry, a television series companion to the events of Stephen King’s It, is being developed for Max, and some key information about the Pennywise prequel show is starting to seep through. Here’s everything to know about Welcome to Derry. Who will star in Welcome to Derry? Bill Skarsgård will be given free rein to terrorize all the children of town yet again in this series. The actor previously portrayed Pennywise the Dancing Clown, the ubiquitous villain who emerges every 27 years to feed on scared kids, in Andy Muschietti’s adaptation films It and It: Chapter Two. The actor previously said in a YouTube interview he had an interest in potentially joining the series depending on the material. Taylour Paige, Jovan Adepo, Chris Chalk, James Remar, Stephen Rider, Madeleine Stowe, and Rudy Mancuso have also been cast in the series.

The Young and the Restless spoilers for Friday, November 1, prove that Victor doesn’t have the influence over his children he thinks — or wants — when Victoria ignores him to turn to Cole.

What Might Have Been

Victoria (Amelia Heinle) and Cole (J. Eddie Peck) broke up decades ago. They were reunited this year when their previously presumed dead daughter, Eve, turned out to be Claire (Hayley Erin) — who kind of, sort of, tried to kill the entire Newman family. But they’ve all moved past that.

Victor (Eric Braeden) forgave Claire for trying to kill him, his wife, and his children. But he will never forgive Cole for being…Cole. Which is why he barked at Cole to stay away from his daughter. Cole heroically suppressed his giggles at the “threat” and went home to have sex with Victoria. She also laughed away her father’s “warning.” When Victoria makes a serious decision,...

HBO has released the first photos from the upcoming original drama series It: Welcome to Derry. The Warner Bros. Television series was developed for television by filmmakers Andy Muschietti and Barbara Muschietti and Jason Fuchs.

The series will debut in 2025 on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. Andy Muschietti will direct four episodes of the nine-episode series.

Set in the world of Stephen King’s It universe, It: Welcome to Derry is based on King’s It novel and expands the vision established by filmmaker Andy Muschietti in the feature films It and It Chapter Two.

The cast includes Taylour Paige, Jovan Adepo, Chris Chalk, James Remar, Stephen Rider, Madeleine Stowe, Rudy Mancuso, and Bill Skarsgård.

Produced by HBO and Warner Bros. Television, with a story by Andy Muschietti, Barbara Muschietti, and Jason Fuchs, It: Welcome to Derry is based on the novel It by Stephen King.

Evanescence played their last show of 2024 on Tuesday night (October 29th) in London, Ontario, wrapping up a Canadian tour with Halestorm. For the final song of the night, Amy Lee and company were joined onstage by Lzzy Hale for a rousing rendition of “Bring Me to Life.”

While Hale and Lee have shared the stage before, this was the first time Lzzy sang “Bring Me to Life” with Evanescence. Taking on the guest vocal part recorded by Paul McCoy on the original, Hale delivered a powerhouse scream to complement Lee’s heavenly vocals.

Get Halestorm: Lzzy and Joe Tickets Here

At the end of the song, Lee and Hale embraced. The Evanescence singer then told the audience, “That’s it, 2024. Goodnight!”

Throughout the tour, Lee had been joining Halestorm during their set for the song “Break In,” a tune that Lzzy Hale and company re-recorded with Lee for their 2020 Reimagined EP.

HBO returns to the world of Stephen King’s horror classic It with the nine episode prequel series “Welcome to Derry,” and Entertainment Weekly shares the first images today.

Andy Muschietti & Barbara Muschietti and Jason Fuchs are on board the Pennywise prequel project from Warner Bros. Television, with Muschietti set to direct several episodes.

“Welcome to Derry” will kick off its story in 1962 in the time leading up to the events of It: Chapter One (2017). The series is also said to include the origin story of Pennywise the Clown.

“This is a book we love a lot, and we felt that there was still a lot of story to be covered,” Andy and Barbara Muschietti tell EW. “It’s so rich with characters and events, we thought we would do justice to the book and the fans by going back into this world.”

They continue, “Specifically, we are telling the stories of the interludes,...

From It To The Exorcist – Top 5 Highest-Grossing Horror Films Of All Time (Photo Credit – Netflix)

Halloween is here and calls for hair-raising horror flicks with your loved ones. There are tons of horror movies, but not all of them impress the fans enough to bring in great collections at the box office globally. From It to The Nun, today we are here with the top 5 highest-grossing horror movies for you to watch in your Hollywood horror movie marathon. Scroll below for more.

Several movies have become franchises with spin-offs, sequels, and prequels. The Conjuring is one of them, and a new film is in development. Besides supernatural horror, there are slasher films like the Scream franchise and Alien invasion movies. This year, the genre did well at the theatres.

The films include Alien: Romulus, A Quiet Place: Day One, Longlegs, and most recently, Smile 2 and Terrifier 3 were also released.

Outlast is one of the most horrific psychological survival gaming franchises of all time. This series by Red Barrels first made its debut in the gaming world in 2013. The series centers on Miles Upshur, a freelance investigative journalist who chooses to look into Mount Massive Asylum, a remote mental health facility tucked away in the mountains of Lake County, Colorado.

Outlast was released on September 4, 2013. | Credit: Red Barrels.

The first game was a huge hit; hence, the series went on to prolong itself with three more titles. However, just like any other gaming franchise, there were huge demands for an on-screen adaptation of this series. Now, the John Wick and Saw famed company might have heard these demands.

Lionsgate Is Gearing Up to Bring Outlast on the Big Screen The Outlast movie is on the cards. | Credit: Red Barrels.

As reported by Bloody Disgusting, Red Barrels, one of the most...

Lionsgate has snapped up the rights and is set to turn the pant-wettingly scary survival horror title Outlast into a film.

Being Halloween today (assuming you’re reading these words on the 31st October), it feels right to see at least one film announcement that fits the tone of the spookiest day on the calendar (unless you have a phobia about Christmas).

Lionsgate, then, has revealed that a film adaptation of Outlast is on the way. Per Bloody Disgusting's report, Canadian videogame developer Red Barrels – the team responsible for the survival horror series – is teaming up with the studio behind John Wick to try to emulate the scares that the game has been renowned for since its release over a decade ago.

Make no mistake, Outlast is a terrifying game, using a blend of first-person perspective and night vision lighting (for which there is never enough batteries) to limit the...

At one time, Watcher director Chloe Okuno was attached to direct the fourth entry in Netflix’s R.L. Stine-inspired Fear Street franchise – but while Fear Street: Prom Queen has made its way through production without her involvement (the movie ended up being directed by Matthew Palmer), Okuno has been busy getting another genre project set up. One that will reunite her with Watcher star Maika Monroe. This one is called Brides, and Deadline reports that it’s currently in pre-production, aiming to start filming in the Spring of 2025.

Scripted by Okuno, Brides draws inspiration from Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula. Set in 1960s Italy, it will show us what happens when Sally Bishop (Monroe) and her husband travel to a remote villa in the wake of Sally’s nervous breakdown. The villa’s owner, a mysterious count, takes a peculiar interest in Sally. But he gets far more than...