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Korean dramas, return of classics, and Stanley Tucci and Alia Bhatt: Prime Video unveils its 1st international slate

Korean dramas, return of classics, and Stanley Tucci and Alia Bhatt: Prime Video unveils its 1st international slate

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Streaming giant Amazon Prime Video held its first-ever slate launch for non-English titles in London on Thursday. The inaugural Prime Video Presents: International Originals showcase saw a presentation of the biggest non-English titles on the streamer from around the world, with Indian representation too, in the form of Alia Bhatt’s home production. Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics – Red Carpet at La Scala – Teatro La Scala, Milan, Italy – February 6, 2026 Actor Stanley Tucci arrives for the La Scala event ahead of the opening ceremony of the Milano Cortina Games REUTERS/Amanda Perobelli (REUTERS) Prime Video Presents International 2026 showcase The virtual showcase was broadcast live from London, with pre-recorded interviews featuring talent such as author Mercedes Ron, actors Stanley Tucci, Nicole Wallace, and Alia Bhatt, among others. The titles included a wide range of geographical variety, including India, Colombia, Japan, South Korea, Italy, Spain, and Mexico. Some of the highlights include: In Colombia, the iconic show Yo soy Betty, la fea was revived for a third season 24 years after it ended. Star …

What Is The Story Of Cyanide Mohan, The Serial Killer Who Inspired Mammootty’s Stanley In Kalamkaval

What Is The Story Of Cyanide Mohan, The Serial Killer Who Inspired Mammootty’s Stanley In Kalamkaval

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The Inspiration Behind Mammootty’s Character In Kalamkaval (Photo Credit –Facebook) Mammootty starrer Kalamkaval revolves around a serial killer and is inspired by the real-life story of Cyanide Mohan, a school teacher who became a serial killer. We thought our readers might be interested in the real story after watching Kalamkaval and may want to know how much of the film draws from actual events. The Unravelling of Cyanide Mohan’s Serial Killings Let’s start where the movie begins, with the communal issue. Unlike in the film, the real incident took place in Karnataka, in a place called Barimar. A 22-year-old woman named Anita went missing, and her community believed that she had eloped with a Muslim man. Protests against the police flared up, prompting the police to take the case on priority. Just like in the film, the police begin examining the mobile phone activity of the missing woman. They soon discover that she had been in contact with a number linked to another missing woman, which leads them to a chain of disappearances. At the …

When Stanley Kubrick Took On A Studio Film He Couldn’t Fully Control — But It Ended Up Saving His Career!

When Stanley Kubrick Took On A Studio Film He Couldn’t Fully Control — But It Ended Up Saving His Career!

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Stanley Kubrick Filming His Least Favorite Movie ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) Stanley Kubrick didn’t set out to be anyone’s hired hand, but the industry had other ideas. The late director, who was infamous for having total creative control and methodical perfection, found himself in a tight spot after The Killing and Paths of Glory brought him critical praise without box office results. While he was well aware of his immense talent, it was a harsh truth that talent alone didn’t cover his rent or repay loans. Subsequently, Kubrick found himself scraping by on borrowed money from his producing partner. Stanley Kubrick’s Reluctant Studio Gig Hollywood loves a story where a promising filmmaker gets plucked from the indie world and handed the keys to a blockbuster. Sometimes, it works out, but most of the time, it doesn’t, as the path isn’t always smooth. A few directors, such as Christopher Nolan or David Lynch fits to that category, but when it comes to Kubrick, he doesn’t exactly fit into that mold. Why? Because he was …

2025 Stanley Cup playoffs: The conference finals matchups, the favorites and what to watch for

2025 Stanley Cup playoffs: The conference finals matchups, the favorites and what to watch for

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The NHL playoffs have reached the conference finals, with four teams ready to battle for the Stanley Cup. HT Image The defending champion Florida Panthers face the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Final, while the Edmonton Oilers and Dallas Stars meet up for a rematch of the 2024 West final. Canada’s hopes of ending the nation’s Cup drought — dating to Montreal’s win in 1993 — rests with the Oilers. All four rounds of the playoffs are best-of-seven, and the first team to 16 victories wins the Stanley Cup. It’s a grind that won’t end until June. Florida vs. Carolina. These teams played this round two years ago, and the Panthers swept the series, winning all four games by a goal. They are much different now, with Florida having won the first title in franchise history and the Hurricanes changing their roster with a series of trades over the past several months. The big question is whether Carolina can get that one big goal they’ve been missing in six consecutive playoff appearances under Rod …

When Quentin Tarantino Revealed How This Stanley Kubrick Classic Inspired His Iconic Debut With Reservoir Dogs

When Quentin Tarantino Revealed How This Stanley Kubrick Classic Inspired His Iconic Debut With Reservoir Dogs

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Which Stanley Kubrick Movie Inspired Quentin Tarantino’s Reservoir Dogs? ( Photo Credit – Wikimedia; Instagram ) Quentin Tarantino is one of the most acclaimed filmmakers in the industry. He has given the world some of the most commendable cinematic works, whether Pulp Fiction, Kill Bill, or Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. But even a filmmaker as bold and unique as Tarantino had his influences. And one of the biggest? Stanley Kubrick. Specifically, Kubrick’s 1956 film The Killing played a huge role in shaping how Tarantino approached his own debut, Reservoir Dogs. Released in the mid-1950s, The Killing marked a turning point in Kubrick’s career. Until then, he had only made a few smaller films, but The Killing was his first real entry into Hollywood filmmaking. The story, adapted from the novel Clean Break by Lionel White, follows a group of men planning and carrying out a racetrack heist. Kubrick’s telling of the story set it apart: it didn’t follow a straight timeline. Instead, the film jumped around in time, showed the same event from …

Morgan Stanley Will Work With US Regulators to Examine Safe Ways to Offer Crypto, CEO Says

Morgan Stanley Will Work With US Regulators to Examine Safe Ways to Offer Crypto, CEO Says

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US-based banks are voicing their intentions to expand crypto involvement, in the backdrop of US President Donald Trump’s return to the White House with promises of pro-crypto regulations. Morgan Stanley CEO Ted Pick reportedly said that the bank wishes to explore if it can act as a crypto transactor while keeping its regulatory obligations intact. In order to do so, the CEO said that the New York City-headquartered bank plans to ramp up discussions with US regulators in the coming months. The CEO revealed the bank’s plans on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF 2025) in Davos. Pick told a CNBC correspondent said that Morgan Stanley will be working with the US treasury and other relevant agencies to assess how safe would it be for the bank to foray into crypto services. Pick also discussed the recent frenzy surrounding President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump’s memecoins. “I think there is liquidity. I think the broader question is whether some of this has come of age, whether it’s hit escape velocity, you know, …

Who Are Adam Sandler’s Parents? All You Need To Know About Judy And Stanley Sandler

Who Are Adam Sandler’s Parents? All You Need To Know About Judy And Stanley Sandler

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Trigger Warning: This article contains mention of death. There is much to discuss about the Grown Ups actor Adam Sandler, including the significant role his parents played in his life and upbringing. Judy and Stanley Sandler were always supportive of their son’s career. Raised alongside three older siblings, the actor from The Waterboy has previously stated that his mother, Judy Sandler, happens to be his biggest fan. The family lived in New Hampshire, where they raised all of their children. Judy Sandler worked as a nursery school teacher, while Adam’s father, Stanley Sandler, was an electrical contractor. Adam Sandler has previously recalled that his father was a major inspiration for his character Stanley Sugerman, a basketball recruiter who Adam portrayed in the 2022 film Hustle. Without further delay, let’s get to know the two great individuals who are Adam Sandler’s parents. Adam Sandler’s parents raised the actor in New Hampshire Adam Sandler happens to be the youngest in the family, born on September 9, 1966, in Brooklyn, New York. The parents of Adam Sandler moved the actor …

‘My Career Has Always Gone…’: Stanley Tucci Opens Up On Facing Downfall After Playing Nigel In The Devil Wears Prada

‘My Career Has Always Gone…’: Stanley Tucci Opens Up On Facing Downfall After Playing Nigel In The Devil Wears Prada

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Stanley Tucci, known for his role as Nigel in the iconic 2006 movie The Devil Wears Prada, revealed not getting work in the Hollywood industry despite the film being hit at the box office. In conversation with Vanity Fair, the actor shared that he couldn’t understand for the longest time why he couldn’t get a job and still went and did stuff that he didn’t quite want to do.  While sitting down for an interview with the entertainment portal, the actor elaborated his conditions of being workless for a long time after the Meryl Streep starrer went on floors. Tucci explained that his career “has always gone through these fluctuations, and sometimes it’s just the business.” He added, “Sometimes it was personal reasons why you can’t work. Having been sick six years ago, that threw a wrench into the works for a while, and then you slowly get back.” He continued to reveal to the outlet, “But I had to start doing things. I needed to work because I needed money. I probably started working …

Leaked: Priyanka Chopra, Stanley Tucci’s intense scene in Citadel 2

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After the success of Citadel, the cast and crew are shooting for the second season in full swing. Recently a video went viral on Twitter from the sets of the series featuring Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Stanley Tucci.    In the video, Priyanka’s character Nadia angrily storms off and Stanley’s character Bernard Orlick follows her and engages in a heated conversation. With this leaked footage, it has been confirmed that Stanley is returning for the second season.  The shooting of this scene took place in London’s Shoreditch.    Priyanka also attended the premier of Citadel: Honey Bunny and Citadel Diana. She was joined by Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Matilda De Angelis.    Citadel 2 also stars Richard Madden and Lesley Manville besides Priyanka and Stanley. The actress confirmed last month that the series is going on floors. Joe Russo will be directing the entire season, unlike the first season which was helmed by multiple directors.    Meanwhile, Priyanka Chopra will also be seen in Heads of State and The Bluff.  Source link

Strong Domestic Demand Supporting India’s Growth: Morgan Stanley

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Pressure on food prices has been interrupting India’s ongoing disinflation process (Representational) New Delhi: Morgan Stanley is firm on India’s growth outlook, given the support it is getting from domestic demand. Citing high-frequency data, the global investment banking firm said it remains constructive on the growth outlook. Against that backdrop, it expects India’s GDP growth to be at 6.8% in the current financial year 2024-25 and 6.5% in 2025-26. On the macro side, it anticipates headline inflation to remain supported by favourable base effects. It projected inflation to be around 5% in the second quarter, before moderating to 4.1% year-on-year in the second half of 2024. For the next financial year, it expects retail inflation to average at 4.5%. Similarly, the current account deficit will likely remain benign, supported by strength in service exports, and within the policymakers’ comfort zone at 1-1.5% of GDP in 2025-26. On monetary policy, it expects policy rates to remain steady at 6.5%. “This is on the back of a shallower and deferred rate cut cycle for the Fed on …