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Zendaya says a couple of tennis players have thanked her for making the sport “sexy” following the release of Challengers.The Luca Guadagnino film, which was released in April this year, sees Zendaya play Tashi Donaldson, a professional tennis player who gets caught up in a love triangle with fellow players and best friends, Art (Mike Faist) and Patrick (Josh O’Connor).The film features a number of intimate moments between the characters – most notably the scene where the trio kiss each other in a hotel room – and it appears to have had a lasting impact on audiences.In a new interview with Entertainment Weekly, Zendaya revealed that a number of tennis players have actually thanked her for seemingly changing the perception of the sport.“I’ve had a couple tennis players say, ‘Thanks for making tennis sexy’ or ‘making tennis cool.’ And I was like, I feel like tennis has always been cool and sexy, but I’ll take it. A lot of people have tried to get into tennis now, so I think that’s fun.”Elsewhere in the interview, the Euphoria star spoke about being approached by fans of the film in public, with many asking questions about the ambiguous ending.“It has been really cool in real life going around… you’re in the grocery store and someone’s like, ‘Oh my God, I just saw Challengers!’ And it’s cool because that’s still happening, even though it’s been quite a few months since then — people are either watching at home or what have you — and that’s really cool,” said the actress.“And people’s commentary, they always are like, ‘So what really happened at the end? Who won? Why did she do that?’ I’m like, ‘Listen, I don’t know.

bye weekend continues, he and Taylor Swift stepped out for yet another date night.On October 12, one night after their with and , the couple were photographed on a more intimate, one-on-one outing the Michelin-star Italian restaurant, Torrisi. And if you thought black Gucci corset and leather-effect miniskirt were , just wait.

NHS Scotland is currently looking for people to relocate to a spectacular island.

Rochelle Humes is back with a new Next clothing collection for autumn - and it includes one leather jacket that is perfectly on-trend for the season.

Amanda Owen has revealed that she didn't get the "happy ending" she had hoped for with her family. The star of Our Yorkshire Farm joined Lorraine on ITV to discuss her new show, which also features her ex-husband Clive Owen, to whom she was married for 22 years.

Police officers followed a trail of blood to the scene of a horrific stabbing in East Kilbride.

Annika Pham Industry@Tallinn & Baltic Event, the Baltic region’s leading industry confab and sidebar to the Black Nights Film Festival, has unveiled the list of 17 films from 15 countries selected for its three Works in Progress sessions: the International Works in Progress, Baltic Event Works in Progress (from the Baltics and Finland) and Just Film Works in Progress (for kids and youth). The projects – which are in production or post-production and are looking for sales, extra coin and festival platforms – will be pitched to more than 500 industry delegates from at least 45 countries on Nov.

Marcelo Cajueiro RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil – South America’s largest festival, the Rio International Film Festival, wrapped Sunday, Oct. 13, consolidating its position as the main venue for Brazilian pics’ premieres and an important gathering of filmmakers from around the world. Following a combination of an unsupportive government, a recession and the pandemic, Rio Fest resurged last year and expanded this year, screening about 270 pics.

Ryan Coogler’s first Black Panther picked up 7 Oscars noms and took over $1 billion at the box office but the fim’s production, lead actor Lupita Nyong’o explained this afternoon during a London Film Screen talk, wasn’t smooth sailing. 

Leo Barraclough International Features Editor Children’s adventure series “Space Nova” is returning for a second season, which will comprise 15 episodes of 24 minutes each, creating a total run of 41 episodes. The show is being distributed internationally by ZDF Studios, excluding Australia and New Zealand, and is produced by SLR Productions. Buyers for the first season, launched in 2021, included Amazon (U.K., Italy), Globosat (Brazil), Changzhou (China), Common Sense Networks (Canada, U.S.), SVT (Sweden), HBO (Pacific), Middle East News and RTP (Portugal), among others.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Stuck in a dark and mysterious neighborhood with no memory of how they got there, six strangers will have to piece together their forgotten pasts to escape in “Light Shop,” an eight-part supernatural mystery launching on the Disney+ streaming service from December. The show is an adaptation of the “Light Shop” webtoon by Kang Full, who is sometimes credited as the father of Korean web comics and was creator of the Disney+ hit show “Moving.” Kang Full penned the adapted screenplay. Kim Hiewon directs the series.

We Live in Time star Andrew Garfield unpacked the chaotic birth sequence from his nonlinear romantic dramedy, which featured a weeks-old baby who pooped on his hand and an action movie-feel where his self-described scene partner was colleague Florence Pugh‘s butt.

Reputation (Taylor's Version) for a second—Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are still in their Midnights era.On October 11, the New York City couple dressed in looks inspired by while with and . Photographed outside The Corner Store in Soho, wore an ornate knit dress with dramatic thigh slits, which she paired with matching fishnet stockings and Valentino —all in a deep wine red.While the vibes of the look were leaning towards Swift's Folklore/Evermore eras, the monochromatic color story was giving “the burgundy on my T-shirt when you splashed your wine into me/And how the blood rushed into my cheeks, so scarlet, it was (maroon).”Sisterhood of the traveling corset when?Not convinced this was and intentional Midnights ensemble? Just look at ' date night look, which was even more on the nose.

In what is his first feature project post directing his near $100M-plus western saga Horizon, Kevin Costner is set to star and co-write the tropical surf thriller Headhunters which will be the feature directorial debut of Missing DP Steven Holleran.

Stargazing and navigating the night sky are being offered in a three-hour evening special at Dumfries Museum on Rotchell Road on the next two Saturdays, October 12 and 19.

Variety’s 2024 Screenwriters to Watch recognizes just 10 of the young scribes whose work will now and in the immediate future be essential to filling screens with stories to amuse, entertain and inspire. Drawing upon their diverse backgrounds, personal experience and perhaps most of all, boundless creativity, these screenwriters design vivid characters and conjure thrilling worlds to take audiences on mesmerizing, unforgettable journeys. Read about them here first, before being moved by their work.

Seasalt Cornwall, known for its coastal-inspired designs and commitment to sustainability, takes its cues from the stunning natural beauty of the South West.The brand is praised by customers for its handcrafted prints and understated yet stylish silhouettes, with the Janelle Waterproof Raincoat being a standout piece.The Janelle Waterproof Raincoat, made from 100% waterproof nylon, features a relaxed fit that leaves room for snug layers underneath, extending to the knee for extra coverage.The upper inside boasts a soft recycled fleece lining, while the quilted lining at the bottom ensures comfort and warmth.The coat is completed with a removable hood for protection against severe weather and reflective strips for visibility during overcast days and evening walks. It's available in a range of sizes, from eight to 28, and comes in petite, regular and tall lengths all of which are currently available.

Sundance Institute has announced the storytellers selected for the 2024 Latine Fellowship and Collab Scholarship, which is in its third year.

Next has unveiled a new 'coatigan' - a blend of a coat and cardigan, perfect for those not-so-cold days.The Revere Collar Coatigan, with its button-up design and smart collar, might look like a coat at first glance, but it's made from a lighter, textured fabric. Retailing at £47 here, Next touts this snug piece as 'made for warmth', merging the style and practicality of a coat and cardigan to create a timeless and easy-to-wear everyday item.

to make chic. For her Live With Kelly and Mark appearance on October 9, Keough wore a long, checked Chanel dress that was giving pioneer girl by way of Olsen twin. It was giving my-favorite-American-Girl-Doll-was-Kirsten.

Emily Mortimer and Alessandro Nivola‘s King Bee Productions has struck a multi-year first look deal with Sony.