ENTERTAINMENT

SummaryLeonardo DiCaprio expressed concern over the future of the silver screen, questioning if the general public still has the appetite for the traditional movie theater experienceThe actor noted that the industry is changing at lightning speed, observing that as documentaries and dramas move to streaming, cinemas risk becoming specialized silos similar to jazz barsDiCaprio's reflections highlight a major transition in film, where character-driven stories often receive only finite theatrical windows before being relegated to digital platformsIn a landscape dominated by viral clips and instant streaming, Leonardo DiCaprio is voicing the quiet concerns shared by many of Hollywood’s elite. During a recent industry roundtable, the One Battle After Another star questioned if “people still ha...

We got 2022's Babylon all wrong. The knee-jerk response of panic over the three-hour runtime, bodily fluids and sheer excess burdened the film with a bias it unfortunately couldn't shake off during its initial run. But with the benefit of hindsight, it's now pretty clear that Damien Chazelle's film is a maximalist monument to the beautiful, cocaine-fueled chaos of early Hollywood.In a time when films are boosted by safe, algorithmic blockbusters, Babylon was an outlier that didn't stand a chance. Chazelle's visceral and and wild autopsy of the 1920s painted the industry's switch from silent films to "talkies" are more than just technological advancement — it was also a turbulent disruption that chewed up and spat out its legends. The result? An immersive, R-rated fever dream.Beyond the ste...

SummaryDisney’s Zootopia 2 has officially become the highest-grossing animated film in the studio’s history, reaching $1.46 billion USD to surpass the previous $1.45 billion USD record held by Frozen 2The sequel’s historic box office run was fueled by massive international demand, particularly across Asian markets where the franchise has established a dominant cultural footprintThis milestone marks the first time a non-musical feature from Disney Animation has claimed the all-time top spot, signaling a shift in audience appetite toward the studio’s character-driven mysteriesThe animal kingdom has a new ruler at the global box office. Disney’s Zootopia 2 has officially become the highest-grossing animated film in the studio’s history, amassing a staggering $1.46 billion USD to date. By cros...

SummaryThe Stranger Things Season 5 finale revealed a supernatural Dimension X rock inside the briefcase opened by Henry CreelThe Duffer Brothers confirmed a live-action spinoff will explain the artifact’s originsThe new series features fresh mythology while resolving the franchise's final mysteries(Spoilers ahead for those who are yet to watch the finale.) While the Stranger Things Season 5 finale provided a definitive conclusion for its beloved core cast, several enigmas remain— most notably the mysterious briefcase introduced in the final season. During the Season 5 climax, a pivotal flashback reveals the briefcase’s contents: a glowing rock from Dimension X that later fused with a young Henry Creel, turning him into Vecna. Though this explains the "what" behind Henry’s transformation, ...

SummaryJames Cameron’s Avatar: Fire and Ash officially eclipsed the $1 billion USD global box office milestone in just 18 daysThis film lands amongst the fastest films in history to reach the ten-figure markThe film’s rapid ascent was driven by a dominant international performance and high demand for premium 3D formatsJames Cameron has once again proven that you should never bet against the world of Pandora. In just 18 days, the third installment of the franchise, Avatar: Fire and Ash, has officially surpassed $1 billion USD at the global box office. This milestone cements its place as one of the fastest films in history to reach the ten-figure threshold, joining a prestigious "billion-dollar club" that includes its record-breaking predecessors.The film’s meteoric rise was fueled by a domi...

SummaryNetflix's Stranger Things finale earned between $25 million and $30 million USD during a massive two-day theatrical event on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s DayThe release broke the theatrical record for a streaming title previously held by KPop Demon Hunters ($19 million USD), with AMC Theatres alone generating $15 million from over 753,000 attendeesDue to cast residual agreements, theaters sold "concession vouchers" instead of standard tickets to reserve seats; prices ranged from $20 at AMC and Cinemark to a thematic $11 at Regal Cinemas (honoring the character Eleven)The season finale of Netflix's Stranger Things could have earned up to $30 million USD over its New Year's Eve and New Year's Day showings.As per Deadline, the show's finale overthrows KPop Demon Hunters' $19 million U...

SummaryMarvel Television debuts a new trailer for Wonder Man starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen IIThe series follows a struggling actor whose dormant superpowers disrupt his Hollywood ambitionsDirected by Destin Daniel Cretton, the show premieres January 27 on Disney+Marvel Television has kicked off the New Year by dropping a new two-minute trailer for the highly anticipated series Wonder Man. With less than a month until its debut, the latest footage offers a first real glimpse at the titular hero’s hidden abilities and the high-stakes chaos following their emergence.Starring Emmy and Tony Award winner Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Simon Williams, the eight-episode series follows a struggling Hollywood actor desperate for his big break. After a chance encounter with Trevor Slattery (Ben Kingsley), Si...

SummaryMarvel Studios publicly released a new teaser for Avengers: Doomsday confirming the return of Chris Hemsworth as Thor and his adopted daughter, LoveThe trailer features a solemn monologue where Thor prays to Odin for the strength to defeat one last enemy so he can return home to teach Love "not battle, but stillness," signaling a darker and more grounded tone for the characterArriving shortly after a separate teaser confirming Chris Evans' return as Steve Rogers, the film is directed by the Russo Brothers and is scheduled to hit theaters on December 18, 2026Marvel Studios has publicly debuted the Avengers: Doomsday trailer featuring Chris Hemsworth’s Thor.In the short visual, the Asgardian God of Thunder can be seen walking through the woods as he recites a prayer to his father, Odi...

SummaryRyan Coogler reveals the original Black Panther 2 script centered on T’Challa’s sonThe story featured a “Ritual of 8” plot during a conflict with NamorCoogler is now developing a third Black Panther film with Marvel StudiosDuring a recent appearance on the “Happy Sad Confused” podcast, director Ryan Coogler shared rare insights into the original script for the Black Panther sequel before the tragic passing of Chadwick Boseman. According to Coogler, the initial 180-page draft centered on the relationship between T’Challa and his eight-year-old son, marking a stark departure from the grief-stricken narrative eventually seen in Wakanda Forever.The original story was built around a fictional Wakandan tradition called the “Ritual of 8,” which required a prince to spend eight days in the ...

SummaryJustin and Christian Combs announced a partnership with The Zeus Network for a 2026 docuseries to share their perspective following their father’s high-profile federal trial and subsequent convictionThe teaser features the brothers reacting to news coverage, and receiving a prison call from Diddy at FCI Fort Dix, where he is serving a 50-month sentenceThe announcement serves as a counter-narrative to the 50 Cent-produced Netflix hit Sean Combs: The ReckoningThe sons of Sean “Diddy” Combs are set to release their own documentary series in 2026 following the events of their father’s high-profile trial.Justin and Christian Combs confirmed the news by sharing a trailer from The Zeus Network on social media. The visual sees them watching a clip from outside the courthouse, followed by th...

SummaryHulu and Disney+ released the first teaser for the four-part revival series Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair, set to premiere on April 10, 2026The plot centers on Malcolm (Frankie Muniz), who has a teenage daughter and has avoided his family for over a decade, being forced to reunite with them for Hal and Lois’ 40th wedding anniversaryWhile most original cast members are returning, including Bryan Cranston and Jane Kaczmarek, the role of Dewey has been recast with Caleb Ellsworth-ClarkHulu has officially dropped the first teaser for the Malcolm in the Middle reboot/miniseries, Life’s Still Unfair.The 40-second visual offers a first look at the family after almost 20 years. Life’s Still Unfair will pick up during Hal and Lois’ 40th anniversary, which forces Malcolm — who is...

SummaryBandai Namco Filmworks confirms One-Punch Man Season 3 Part 2 will air in 2027Despite animation criticisms, J.C. Staff remains the production studio for the next phaseNew teasers highlight the long-awaited showdown between Saitama and GarouImmediately following the finale of One-Punch Man Season 3 Part 1 on December 28, Bandai Namco Filmworks announced that Part 2 is scheduled to air in 2027. This marks the next phase of the highly anticipated, long-running series.Season 3 Part 1, which aired from October 12 to December 28, unfortunately faced criticism from fans regarding inconsistent animation quality and potential production hurdles at J.C. Staff. Despite these concerns, it has been confirmed that J.C. Staff will remain the production studio for Part 2. However, the 2027 release ...