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World’s most beautiful woman unfazed by Oscar loss, ‘getting a good night’s sleep’ at Aspen Lake hideaway | Hollywood

World’s most beautiful woman unfazed by Oscar loss, ‘getting a good night’s sleep’ at Aspen Lake hideaway | Hollywood

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Demi Moore may have lost the 2025 Oscars’ Best Actress statuette to Anora star Mikey Madison, but she’s found peace—and a brand new title—in a far more serene setting: the shores of Aspen Lake. Demi Moore attends the TIME100 gala, celebrating the magazine’s annual list of the 100 Most Influential People in the World, in New York City, U.S., April 24, 2025. REUTERS/Kylie Cooper(REUTERS) Just days after losing the coveted Academy Award, the 62-year-old icon was named People magazine’s ‘World’s Most Beautiful Woman.’ The magazine praised her “long-underrated acting chops” and her ability to reshape the conversation around beauty and power in Hollywood. Moore had been the clear favourite for her fearless role in The Substance, a haunting look at society’s obsession with youth and perfection. Yet, the loss didn’t rattle her. Instead, she leaned into something far more rewarding: rest. ALSO READ| World’s most beautiful woman is a 62-year-old actor who beat Jennifer Lopez, Julia Roberts, Beyonce, Angelina Jolie “I was just so happy to kind of sleep in, knowing I had nowhere to …

Demi Moore wasn’t gutted to lose Oscar to Anora star Mikey Madison. Here’s why | Hollywood

Demi Moore wasn’t gutted to lose Oscar to Anora star Mikey Madison. Here’s why | Hollywood

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Apr 17, 2025 09:30 AM IST In an interview with Time magazine, Demi Moore looked back at the moment when she lost the Oscar to Mikey Madison for her role in Anora. Many fans were upset over Hollywood star Demi Moore losing out Best Actress accolade at the Oscars 2025 to Mikey Madison for her performance in Anora. But Demi wasn’t gutted about losing the golden statue, instead she said she knew that Mikey would emerge as the winner. Also read: Demi Moore snubbed for Best Actress at 2025 Oscars, fans demand answers; ‘the irony of her losing to a younger actress’ Demi Moore congratulated Mikey Madison on her Oscars victory. Demi Moore knew Mikey Madison would win In an interview with Time magazine, Demi looked back at the moment when she lost. She said that she was not devastated after the announcement. “I leaned over and whispered to my manager, ‘I think it’s going to Mikey’. I don’t know why I knew, but I did. I was so centered and calm. I didn’t feel …

Laapataa Ladies faces plagiarism allegations after similar scenes from Arabic film Burqa City surface online | Bollywood

Laapataa Ladies faces plagiarism allegations after similar scenes from Arabic film Burqa City surface online | Bollywood

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Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies, which was India’s official entry to the Oscars 2025, has found itself at the center of a plagiarism discussion. Several social media users have begun to point out striking similarities between Laapataa Ladies and an Arabic film called Burqa City. Also read: Pratibha Ranta on career after Laapataa Ladies: ‘Now, I am aiming for something big with every project’ Still of Laapataa Ladies, and Burqa City. Laapataa Ladies accused of copying Burqa City A video of Burqa City has emerged on social media, sparking a conversation about the similarities between Laapataa Ladies and the Arabic film. In 2019, director Fabrice Bracq directed a 19-minute satirical short film, Burqa City, set against the backdrop of the Middle East. The film tells the story of a newlywed man who finds himself frantic searching for his wife after she is mistakenly swapped with another woman wearing an identical burqa. Through this narrative, Burqa City delivers a critique of patriarchal societies, gender-based restrictions, and the erasure of women’s identities. The similarity between the plot of …

Why Morgan Wallen walked off SNL during credits, ‘God’s country’ post in focus

Why Morgan Wallen walked off SNL during credits, ‘God’s country’ post in focus

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Singer Morgan Wallen abruptly walked off the Saturday Night Live stage as soon as the credits started rolling at the end. The country star performed a musical set in the March 29 episode. However, his whispering in actor Mikey Madison’s ears before bolting off left fans and onlookers curious. Morgan Wallen exited the stage quickly after his recent SNL performance, sparking curiosity among fans.(@morganwallen/ Instagram) At the end of the episode, Madison was joined by Wallen as she expressed her gratitude to everyone who made the show possible. Right after she said, “I had a wonderful time,” and the camera panned out, the 31-year-old said something in the Oscar winner’s ear. He then stepped down from the stage while the camera was still going out and quickly went past the camera in front of him. Read More: Heartthrob actor Richard Chamberlain, star of ‘Thorn Birds’, dies aged 90 Why Morgan Wallen bolted off the SNL stage After the episode, Wallen posted a picture of a private jet he was boarding on his Instagram stories and …

Pratibha Ranta on career after Laapataa Ladies: ‘Now, I am aiming for something big with every project’ | Bollywood

Pratibha Ranta on career after Laapataa Ladies: ‘Now, I am aiming for something big with every project’ | Bollywood

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Actor Pratibha Ranta got wings to fly and dream big with her first film Laapataa Ladies, which was India’s official entry to the Oscars 2025. The actor wasn’t disappointed about the film missing out on the Oscar, and instead, remains eternally grateful for the recognition and opportunities that the film’s success has brought her way. Also read: ‘Itna seriously nahi lena chahiye’: Aamir Khan reacts to Laapataa Ladies’ exit from Oscars 2025 race Pratibha Ranta has a lot to look forward to after the success of Laapataa Ladies. In an interview with Hindustan Times, Pratibha opened up about channelling Urmila Matondkar in a reimagined video of the song Rangeela Re for Crocs as part of their Holi campaign, her Holi plans and life after Laapataa Ladies. On her Holi plans This year, it will be a working Holi for Pratibha. “I am shooting on Holi. I will not be playing Holi this year. But I have great memories associated with the festival. When I was in Shimla, it used to be cold during this time. …

‘Nahi jeete toh lagta hai sab exhaustion hai’: Guneet Monga reacts to Anuja’s loss at Oscars 2025 | Bollywood

‘Nahi jeete toh lagta hai sab exhaustion hai’: Guneet Monga reacts to Anuja’s loss at Oscars 2025 | Bollywood

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Producer Guneet Monga expressed gratitude for the recognition Anuja received at the Oscars despite not winning. Guneet Monga reacts to Anuja’s Oscar loss. (Also Read: Guneet Monga writes about getting married at 39, what her relatives would say: ‘Beta shadi nahi ki’) Priyanka Chopra and Guneet Monga-backed Anuja, a short film set in New Delhi, was nominated in the Live Action Short Category at the Oscars 2025 but lost the prestigious award to the Dutch-language film ‘I’m Not a Robot. ‘ However, Guneet shared that getting nominated is also a “big thing”. Directed by Adam J. Graves, Anuja had secured a nomination for Best Live Action Short Film at the 97th Academy Awards, putting it in the race against other notable contenders such as Alien, I’m Not a Robot, The Last Ranger, and A Man Who Would Not Remain Silent. Guneet Monga reacts to Oscar loss In a conversation with ANI, she said, “…It is a beautiful film by Adam J. Grave and Suchitra Mattai…Adam is the director, and Suchitra is the producer. I joined …

Oscar-winning director Sean Baker under fire for controversial sex worker remarks; netizens react, ‘Why don’t you…’

Oscar-winning director Sean Baker under fire for controversial sex worker remarks; netizens react, ‘Why don’t you…’

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By winning Best Picture award for his comedy-drama Anora at the 97th Academy Awards, writer-director Sean Baker emerged as the first person to bag four Oscars for the same film. He had also won trophies for Best Director, Original Screenplay And Editing for Anora. “Long live independent film,” Sean had said during his acceptance speech. Also Read – ‘Willem Dafoe is a transformative actor,’ says Sean Baker The acclaimed director has also kicked off a controversy among Korean netizens with his recent comment on sex work. Despite his big win at the Oscars, where his film bagged five major awards, Sean’s past comments has resurfaced, and being slammed for his perspective on the industry.When Sean attended Cannes Film Festival last year, he talked about his upcoming project that revolves around a sex worker. Besides stressing on decriminalization of sex work, he laid stress on the need to portray sex work as a legitimate form of labor. “It’s important to explore what sex work is in the modern age and how it applies in a capitalist …

Oscars 2025: Best Actor Winner Adrien Brody Breaks Longest Speech Record

Oscars 2025: Best Actor Winner Adrien Brody Breaks Longest Speech Record

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Adrien Brody had a great night at the 97th Academy Awards. The actor won the Best Actor award for his impressive role as Laszlo Toth in the epic period drama The Brutalist. Brody beat Timothee Chalamet, Colman Domingo, Sebastan Stan and Ralph Fiennes to achieve the feat. This marks his second Academy Award after The Pianist. Upon winning, Brody was understandably emotional and went on to deliver a long speech. As per reports, Adrien Brody has broken the record for the longest Oscar acceptance speech. Having won earlier, he was aware of the 45-second time. However, he requested that the rap music that plays as a time cue to end the speech, be turned off. His record-breaking speech was five minutes and 30 seconds long. Previously, the record was held by Best Actress winner Greer Garson who won the award for Mrs Miniver back in 1943. Here’s what Adrien Brody said during his award acceptance speech: In his speech, Adrien said, “They’re already counting me down, okay thank you God. Thank you for this blessed …

Adrien Brody reacts to throwing chewed gum at girlfriend at Oscars 2025: ‘I could’ve swallowed it, but…’ | Hollywood

Adrien Brody reacts to throwing chewed gum at girlfriend at Oscars 2025: ‘I could’ve swallowed it, but…’ | Hollywood

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Adrien Brody emerged victorious at the 97th Academy Awards, taking home the Best Actor award for his role in The Brutalist. However, his “gum-throwing” incident has caught everyone’s attention more than his win. Adrien Brody reacts to his viral ‘gum-throwing’ incident at Oscars 2025.(AFP) (Also Read: Adrien Brody on his journey from The Pianist to The Brutalist: ‘I yearn to find roles that speak to the human condition’ Brody was chewing gum when his name was called, so he took it out of his mouth while walking up to the stage and threw it to his girlfriend, Georgina Chapman. In no time, this particular moment became viral, garnering different reactions. Adrien Brody on his ‘gum-throwing’ incident As per Variety, Brody and Chapman joined Live With Kelly and Mark backstage at the Oscars minutes after his big win, where Brody discussed his gum-throwing moment. He admitted, “I could’ve swallowed it, but I didn’t think about that. I had to get rid of it somehow.” Chapman admitted that she actually didn’t catch Brody’s gum. Kelly Ripa played …

Oscars viewership dips by 7% as indie films Anora, The Brutalist best studio blockbusters; Hulu glitch plays its part | Hollywood

Oscars viewership dips by 7% as indie films Anora, The Brutalist best studio blockbusters; Hulu glitch plays its part | Hollywood

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Mar 04, 2025 08:18 AM IST The Oscars were watched by an estimated 18 million people in the US this year as against 19.5 million last year. This year’s Oscars telecast that honoured independent film Anora brought in an estimated 18.1 million U.S. viewers on television and streaming, according to data released by broadcaster ABC on Monday. Mikey Madison, winner of the Oscar for Best Actress for Anora, Adrien Brody, winner of the Oscar for Best Actor for The Brutalist, Zoe Saldana, winner of the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for Emilia Perez, and Kieran Culkin, winner of the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for A Real Pain, pose in the Oscars photo room at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S., March 2, 2025. REUTERS/Daniel Cole(REUTERS) The audience for the highest honours in Hollywood fell 7% from the 2024 ceremony when 19.5 million people tuned in to see the blockbuster biopic Oppenheimer take the Best Picture. Among adults under 50, viewership rose 3% from last year, ABC said. Anora, an unconventional …