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Action plan for development of Telugu film industry in A.P. soon, says Minister
Minister for Tourism, Culture, and Cinematography Kandula Durgesh on Tuesday (February 03, 2026) announced that a special action plan would be initiated from April to develop the Telugu film industry in Andhra Pradesh. Speaking after felicitating…
Maura Higgins makes her feature film debut i new comedy film The Spin
Have YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.co.uk Maura Higgins is heading to the big screen as her debut feature film The Spin is premiering in UK cinemas this month. The former Love Island star, 35, looked incredible in new snaps from the Irish…
Funke Akindele attributes film industry success to hard work, dedication - The Nation Newspaper
February 4, 2026 by Yewande Fasan Actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has attributed her success in the film industry to unwavering dedication, perseverance, and a commitment to her craft. In a post on Instagram, Akindele reflected on her journey…
Aldis Hodge on how filming Cross series gave him new insight into black policing
Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for exclusive competitions, offers and theatre ticket deals I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. American actor Aldis Hodge says filming the…
'Melania' film sparks conflict of interest concerns
The new Melania Trump documentary has sparked concerns about a conflict of interest because it is funded by Amazon, a company that receives government contracts. Melania, a 104-minute film, follows the 20 days in the life of the first lady leading…
MK2 Films Secures Worldwide Rights to Celine Sciamma Film Library (EXCLUSIVE)
MK2 Films has secured worldwide rights to the complete filmography of Céline Sciamma, the French filmmaker best known for her Cannes prizewinning “Portrait of a Lady on Fire.” The Paris-based company is touting the deal as a…
Melania Trump's Film Isn't a Documentary, It's Branding
First Lady Melania Trump's new film has been widely reported as the most successful documentary opening in a decade. Grossing over $7 million in its first weekend, the number is being presented as proof of audience demand, cultural relevance, and…
Gaynor Faye stars in Yorkshire film about the menopause
A film highlighting the challenges faced by women during the menopause is 'Yorkshire through and through', its star has said. Leeds actress Gaynor Faye stars in Hot Flash, which follows Geri, a single mum trying to rebuild her life in her 40s while…
First-look at must-watch thriller based on 'stunning' classic film
Apple TV has released a stunning first-look at an upcoming drama featuring an incredible all-star cast of Hollywood icons. Based on an iconic film, which itself was adapted from an acclaimed classic crime novel, the psychological thriller is being…
Mardaani 3 Box Office Collection Day 5: Rani Mukerji's Film Continues To Slip Despite Industry Endorsement
Mardaani 3 Box Office Collection: The Rani Mukerji headliner hit the big screens on January 30. The third film in the franchise has failed to impress cinegoers and pull them to the theatres as expected. After a lukewarm first weekend, the movie…
MAFS' Gia Fleur reveals her weight loss since filming show
READ MORE: Married at First Sight groom Eliot Donovan offers BRUTAL advice for 2026 cast seeking fame on new season ahead of premiere - as he's spotted filming dating series Married At First Sight's newest diva bride Gia Fleur debuted her…
Shakespeare fans urged to watch 'brilliant' film adaptation of iconic play
Period drama enthusiasts shouldn't miss out on a captivating Shakespeare adaptation of one of the playwright's most celebrated works. The offering, now available to stream on Prime Video, joins other popular additions including a critically…
Exclusive-Amazon plans to use AI to speed up TV and film production
LOS ANGELES, Feb 4 (Reuters) - Amazon plans to use artificial intelligence to speed up the process for making movies and TV shows even as Hollywood fears that AI will cut jobs and permanently reshape the industry. At the Amazon MGM…
New home, new outlook? What's next for the Sundance film festival?
Sundance is over. Well, not quite. The Sundance we all know, with Robert Redford as its head and Park City, Utah, as its location, is over. The festival's beloved founder died last year months after the festival also opted for a move to Boulder…
Oscar Nominees Betsy West, Julie Cohen Piloting Documentary On Amelia Earhart From CNN Films, Imagine Entertainment, Storyville Films
EXCLUSIVE: A new documentary is in the works on aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart, directed by the Oscar-nominated filmmaking duo of Betsy West and Julie Cohen. The project from CNN Films, Imagine Entertainment, and West and Cohen's Storyville Films…
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