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Blade Runner 2099 trailer is here; first look at Hunter Schafer, Michelle Yeoh in Prime Video series

Blade Runner 2099 trailer is here; first look at Hunter Schafer, Michelle Yeoh in Prime Video series

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Amazon MGM Studios has unveiled the first teaser trailer for Blade Runner 2099, offering fans their first glimpse of the long-awaited live-action television continuation of the iconic Blade Runner franchise. Broderick Johnson, from left, Michelle Yeoh, Hunter Schafer, Silka Luisa, and Andrew Kosove pose for a portrait to promote ‘Blade Runner 2099’ during Comic-Con International on July 24, 2026, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello) The teaser premiered Friday during San Diego Comic-Con, giving audiences a preview of the Prime Video series that has been in development for nearly five years. The eight-episode limited series is scheduled to debut on November 25, 2026. Led by Hunter Schafer and Michelle Yeoh, the series also features Dimitri Abold, Matthew Needham, Daniel Rigby and Lewis Gribben. It is created by showrunner Silka Luisa, known for Shining Girls. What is Blade Runner 2099 about? Set 50 years after the events of Blade Runner 2049, the new series returns to a futuristic Los Angeles that has been rebuilt; but, according to the official synopsis, “not by humanity.” The story follows …

He-Man Is Back: Meet the characters in new Masters of the Universe movie

He-Man Is Back: Meet the characters in new Masters of the Universe movie

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Nearly 40 years after the original film, He-Man has returned to the big screen. Masters of the Universe, which is directed by Travis Knight and Bumblebee, arrived in cinemas on June 5, 2026. The film is produced by Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel Films, with Sony Pictures handling international distribution. Nicholas Galitzine plays He-Man in Masters of the Universe. The film follows Prince Adam as he returns to his home planet of Eternia to embrace his destiny as He-MaMasters of the Universen and save his home from the evil forces of Skeletor. The screenplay is written by Chris Butler, Aaron and Adam Nee, and David Callaham, based on the Masters of the Universe toy line by Mattel. The film has a running time of 141 minutes. Also Read: Anthony Head’s cause of death and family: What happened to Buffy and Ted Lasso star? Nicholas Galitzine plays He-Man and the villain Skeletor Nicholas Galitzine plays the dual role of Prince Adam and his alter ego He-Man. The actor told PEOPLE magazine in December 2025 that bulking …

Munna bhaiya, Bablu return: How Mirzapur The Movie is bringing back the dead, reveals Puneet Krishna | Bollywood News

Munna bhaiya, Bablu return: How Mirzapur The Movie is bringing back the dead, reveals Puneet Krishna | Bollywood News

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Before it was a streaming franchise with three seasons, a record-breaking viewership run and a dedicated audience in over 180 countries, Mirzapur was a folder on Puneet Krishna’s laptop. The file was called “Guddu Aur Bablu Ki Story.” He kept it that way for years, even as the show was running. It was only when the film was finally greenlit and he sat down to write it that he created a new folder and for the first time, named it “Mirzapur: The Film.” In a conversation with Variety India, he said, “Mirzapur was always a film for me. I kept it like that for nostalgic reasons.” The confession reframes the entire trajectory of one of India’s most successful streaming properties. What audiences came to know as a nine-episode first season, followed by two more seasons and 29 total episodes on Amazon Prime Video, was, at its origin, a story that Puneet Krishna imagined on a cinema screen. The reason it ended up as a series was partly circumstantial and partly the result of watching someone …

Who will be the next James Bond? Amazon MGM gives update on 007’s world after Daniel Craig

Who will be the next James Bond? Amazon MGM gives update on 007’s world after Daniel Craig

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The future of James Bond is officially in motion, with Amazon MGM Studios confirming that the search for the next actor to play 007 has begun. In a statement posted on X, Amazon MGM Studios said: “The search for the next James Bond is underway.” Daniel Craig as James Bond (Photo: X) It added, “While we don’t plan to comment on specific details during the casting process, we’re excited to share more news with 007 fans as soon as the time is right.” The update is the most concrete confirmation yet that casting is actively progressing following years of speculation after No Time to Die, which served as Daniel Craig’s final outing as the iconic spy. New creative team shapes Bond 26 As reported by Variety, Amazon MGM Studios has now begun holding auditions in recent weeks, with casting director Nina Gold reportedly involved in the process to help identify a successor to Craig. The new Bond film will be directed by Denis Villeneuve, while Steven Knight is attached as screenwriter. The project also has …

First lady Melania Trump previews new film at private White House screening | World News

First lady Melania Trump previews new film at private White House screening | World News

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First lady Melania Trump speaks in the Grand Foyer of the White House in Washington. (AP Photo) First lady Melania Trump hosted a private White House screening on Saturday of a new film documenting her life in the 20 days leading up to President Donald Trump’s second inauguration, the White House said The movie, “Melania,” is set for a global release on January 30. Saturday’s showing was the first time ‍the ⁠president, her family and close friends saw the film in full, said Marc Beckman, the first lady’s outside adviser and agent. The film offers rare behind-the-scenes access to the first lady, who has kept a low public profile during her husband’s second term. The trailer opens on Inauguration Day ​in January 2025, showing her donning a navy wide-brimmed ‌hat for the ceremony at the US Capitol. It also depicts her role as an adviser to the president, including a moment in ​which she encourages him to emphasize “peacemaker and unifier” in his inaugural address. Saturday’s East Room screening followed the president’s tariff threat to …

Priyanka Chopra announces next Hollywood project, teams up with Baywatch co-star Zac Efron for a comedy | Hollywood

Priyanka Chopra announces next Hollywood project, teams up with Baywatch co-star Zac Efron for a comedy | Hollywood

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Apr 15, 2025 06:43 AM IST The roles of Priyanka Chopra and Michael Peña in the upcoming comedy film are currently under wraps, with details remaining tightly sealed. Actor Priyanka Chopra is adding another Hollywood comedy to her lineup. The actor is reuniting with her Baywatch co-star Zac Efron in Nicholas Stoller’s upcoming comedy for Amazon MGM Studios. The film also features Michael Peña and Will Ferrell. Also read: Will Malti Marie be part of entertainment industry at a young age? Nick Jonas shares what he and Priyanka Chopra think The comedy focuses on a young convict (Zac Efron) who gets out of prison and takes an unscripted TV courtroom hostage. Priyanka Chopra joins all-star comedy cast According to Hollywood Reporter, the film also stars Regina Hall, Jimmy Tatro and Billy Eichner. Nicholas is helming the film from his own script. With the project, he is reuniting with the studio behind his recent feature You’re Cordially Invited which starred Will Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon. The film was previously titled Judgment Day. It focuses on a …

‘RIP 007’: Fans are shaken and stirred as Amazon MGM Studios gains creative control of James Bond franchise | Hollywood

‘RIP 007’: Fans are shaken and stirred as Amazon MGM Studios gains creative control of James Bond franchise | Hollywood

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The bombshell announcement that Amazon MGM Studios will be gaining creative control of the James Bond franchise has fans in shock. On Thursday, Variety reported that long-time producers and custodians of 007, Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli, would be stepping back. This gives Amazon the right to call the shots about the franchise, including casting the new Bond. But fans are less than enthused. (Also read: Jeff Bezos flexes his latest luxury purchase, the James Bond franchise; asks who should be the next 007) Daniel Craig is the most recent actor to play superspy James Bond in film. Fans react to James Bond news As the news was shared online, fans commented upon the change, raising fears about Amazon Studios’ ability to handle the franchise. “It’s over. RIP Bond. 1962-2025,” wrote one in a rather macabre fashion. Another sounded the death knell and said, “Broccoli was the one protecting it from becoming streaming slop. Cooked!” One fan referred to the character’s death in the last Daniel Craig film No Time To Die: “Turns out …

Amazon’s MGM Studios to take over creative control of the James Bond franchise | Hollywood

Amazon’s MGM Studios to take over creative control of the James Bond franchise | Hollywood

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Feb 20, 2025 08:48 PM IST Now, Amazon will decide which actor will be the next James Bond. However, there is still no time frame when that will happen. In a move that’s sending shockwaves through the entertainment industry, the iconic James Bond film franchise is set to get a major overhaul. Amazon MGM Studios is set to take creative control of the 007 franchise with the longtime producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli stepping back. Also read: Daniel Craig doesn’t ‘care’ who plays the next James Bond or remember how many times he played the character No Time to Die, the 25th James Bond film and Daniel Craig’s final turn as 007, was released in 2021 and earned $775 million. Shifting dynamics According to Variety, the announcement was made on Thursday, highlighting that long-time producers and custodian of 007, Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli, would be stepping back. As per details of the historic agreement, Amazon MGM Studios, Michael and Barbara have formed a new joint venture to house the James Bond …

Travis Knight to direct ‘Master of the Universe’ movie for Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel Films | Hollywood

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Los Angeles, The live-action movie adaptation of “Masters of the Universe” series is moving forward at Amazon MGM Studios with Travis Knight coming aboard to direct the project. HT Image “Masters of the Universe” is based on Mattel’s famous toy line that spawned a successful animated TV series as well as a 1987 film. Unlock exclusive access to the latest news on India’s general elections, only on the HT App. Download Now! According to entertainment news outlet Variety, Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel Films have set the project for worldwide theatrical release on June 5, 2026. Knight, best known for directing “Kubo and the Two Strings” and “Bumblebee”, will helm the movie from a screenplay by Chris Butler, following initial drafts written by David Callaham and Aaron and Adam Nee. The project was earlier being developed at Netflix but the streaming service dropped it in July this year. The streamer reportedly spent nearly USD 30 million in development costs over two years for the project, which was meant to star Kyle Allen as Prince Adam …