'Too old for that' Helen Mirren, 76, shares ‘regret’ amid being chided over outfit choices

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Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief‘The Batman’ flew to an opening weekend of $11.6 million and landed in first place at the box office in China. It was the biggest opening this year in China for a Hollywood title but, with a return of coronavirus problems affecting cinema operations, the result has a tinge of missed opportunity.Data from consultancy Artisan Gateway showed the film amassing $11.8 million including previews from Thursday. Imax reported that the film earned $2 million of that total from its screens or 16% of the films China weekend total.

UK is set to be a whopping 5C hotter than Barcelona on one day this week as another roasting spell hits. This weekend saw the warmest day for Brits so far this year with the Met Office revealing that the mercury hit 20C in Kinlochewe, north-west Scotland, on Saturday. Those temperatures should now continue into this week, with forecasters at Netweather predicting a scorcher on Tuesday.

Gavin Rossdale is soaking up the sun!

Megan Fox showed she's fiancé Machine Gun Kelly's biggest fan as she snapped photos of him performing at Lollapalooza on Sunday.The 35-year-old actress stood in the wing of the stage as she recorded her 31-year-old pop star beau.She even sported a black trucker hat with a letter 'C' for 'Colson,' the music artist's birth name. Supportive:Megan Fox showed she's fiancé Machine Gun Kelly's biggest fan as she snapped photos of him performing at Lollapalooza on SundayThe supportive wife-to-be was dressed like a rockstar herself, clad in a cropped black leather motorcycle jacket.She skipped a shirt and opted to wear a black triangle bra top underneath instead, showing off her perky chest.

The Batman continued its domination at the domestic box office this weekend, bringing in $36.8M three weeks into its theatrical run.The Robert Pattinson-led superhero movie is projected to gross$300.1M total by the end of day, as reported by Deadline.The high numbers make the Warner Bros. film is the highest grossing movie of 2022, and the second highest in the pandemic era, trailing only behind Spider-Man: No Way Home.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a video call with celebrity couple Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher to thank them for their efforts in helpingUkrainian refugees.Kutcher, 44, retweeted a message from the politician on Sunday, which featured a photo of an open laptop with the couple andZelenskyy, 44, having a chat.The president Tweeted words of praise for the pair, writing that they were 'among the first to respond to our grief.'He went on to say, 'They have already raised $35 million & are sending it to @flexport & @Airbnb to help [Ukrainian flag] refugees.' Video chat with the President:President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, 44, had a video call with celebrity couple Mila Kunis, 38, and Ashton Kutcher, 44, to thank them for their efforts in helping Ukrainian refugeesHe completed his message writing, 'Grateful for their support. Impressed by their determination.

An 18-year-old bullied teenager named Douglas Mills became an instant superstar on Sunday night's episode of American Idol.Mills had been bullied his whole life for looking different, and had never even left the state of Texas before the local ABC news affiliate in Houston discovered his singing and got him an 'affiliate pass' to audition for the show's 20th Season, during its auditions in Austin, Texas.His powerful performance moved the judges who all hugged him after his performance and wondered if he was from 'another planet.' Superstar:An 18-year-old bullied teenager named Douglas Mills became an instant superstar on Sunday night's episode of American Idol Another planet:His powerful performance moved the judges who all hugged him after his performance and wondered if he was from 'another planet'The episode begins with one of the contestants being greeted by Motley Crue’s Nikki Sixx, as the musicians express their excitement to audition on the Sunset Strip in Hollywood.The three judges - Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie - walk into the room and find Nikki Sixx playing the Motley Crue classic Home Sweet Home. The judges get get situated as Perry takes a huge mouthful of supplements, as Lionel is wowed that she actually got them all down.

CODA and Succession were among the winners at the 2022 Writers Guild Awards Sunday, which was held in a virtual ceremony.Ashley Nicole Black, a 36-year-old writer on Ted Lasso and A Black Lady Sketch Show, hosted the event, which also featured honorary awards for Dick Cavett and Barry Jenkins.CODA, which was written and directed by Sian Heder, took the win for the Adapted Screenplay. The latest: CODA was among the winners at the 2022 Writers Guild Awards Sunday, which was held in a virtual ceremony.

Keeping Up with the Kardashians alum Khloé Kardashian showed support for her troubled brother-in-law Kanye West by sporting Yeezy 350 sneakers upon landing her private jet at Van Nuys Airport on Sunday.The 44-year-old rapper-designer was removed from the slate of Grammy Awards performers for April 3 due to his 'concerning online behavior' against her big sister Kim Kardashian and boyfriend Pete Davidson.The 37-year-old reality star wore a black sleeveless top and leggings as she clutched a large plush blanket following her red-eye, cross-country flight from Florida.

Along with her acting skills and accomplishments, Reese Witherspoon has also been known to many of her fans around the world for her perky personality and infectious smile.But with Sunday being the first day of spring, and the Oscar-winning actresses feeling extra enthused, Witherspoon thought she'd share her glowing attitude and outlook with her 27.4 million Instagram fans and followers.'Let Spring Break begin!' the Just Like Heaven star captioned a short video of herself frolicking along the beach,with a glass of white wine in hand, during a gorgeous sunset. Cheers! Reese Witherspoon marked the first day of spring by dancing on the beach, while showing off her infectious smile and personalityOff the top of the clip, Witherspoon can first be seen slowly walking towards the camera with a groove to her step and thecatchy song Sheesh, by Surfaces with Tai Verdes, playing in the background.She then gives viewers a pan shot of the vast ocean and sunset to match the lyrics of the hooky chorus.

The Guild of Music Supervisors held its 12th annual awards ceremony virtually to celebrate outstanding achievement in the craft of music supervision in film, television, documentaries, games, advertising and trailers.

Maluma and his girlfriend are enjoying a very rare day out!

Angela Bassett is getting us so excited for the Black Panther sequel!

Daddy Yankee just made a very big announcement.

Dame Helen Mirren reflects on her dual-identity as an American and a Brit.

Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.”The Queen” actress holds dual American and British citizenships, becoming a USA passport holder in 2017. “My husband [Taylor Hackford] is American.

coronavirus pandemic actually brought them closer than ever before.For the first time in around three decades, the couple were able to sit down at the table to eat dinner together.Speaking on the Graham Norton Show, Helen said: "For the first time in 30 odd years of marriage we sat at the table opposite each other and had dinner together every night for six months."It was fantastic, brilliant."She was there to promote her new film The Duke, where she portrays Dorothy Bunton.The comedy-drama, which is set in 1961, follows 60-year-old taxi driver Kempton Bunton, played by Jim Broadbent, who steals Goya's portrait of the Duke of Wellington from the National Gallery in London.He sends ransom notes saying that he will return the painting if the government invests more in care for the elderly.It is the final film from director Roger Michell, who died last September.She told the audience: "I swore to myself that I would never play a character that is described as the long-suffering, but she is, and she is a great character."Helen added: "This turned out to be Roger Michell's last film."He was a great film director and I think it is wonderful to have this as his last because it is very funny, but at the same time it has great emotional depth."Speaking to Radio Times about her role in the film, she admitted it might help her "break free" from the casting chains of 2006 film The Queen; a character she has been tied to ever since.And Dorothy's drab, worn-down essence is a far cry from Her Majesty.Mirren appeared as Queen Elizabeth II, in an iconic performance that won her an Oscar, a Golden Globe, a BAFTA and a SAG Award, among others./latest/queenThe film follows the Royal Family as they try and deal with the series of events that

Helen Mirren takes pride in having dual citizenship in Great Britain and in America.

Radio Times: "I said, 'Look, I’m not Jewish – and really, really think about it because if you want to withdraw the offer to me, I have absolutely no hard feelings."'I would absolutely understand if you want to go another route.'"He did think about it and he said, 'Yes, I want you to do it,’ and so that gave me, in a way, the confidence to go forward.'The movie star added that casting has "sort of exploded from the inside out", but she does agree that "it’s all about opportunity"."Without opportunity, you can do nothing," she smiled."And if the discussion has to be had around my performance then – oh my God – I hope that I’m all right as Golda, because if I’m not..."While Mirren may feel a little apprehensive about her debut, we are without doubt that her portrayal will be nothing short of fantastic.She is undeniably one of Britain's most iconic actresses, having starred in countess movies and TV series, won an Oscar and 126 other awards alongside 134 nominations for her portrayals on-screen.While working on Golda, the 76-year-old has also got another film out this year; one that she hopes will help her "break free" from a character she's been associated with for a decade.The Duke, which is set in 1961, follows 60-year-old taxi driver Kempton Bunton, who steals Goya's portrait of the Duke of Wellington from the National Gallery in London.He sends ransom notes saying that he will return the painting if the government invests more in care for the elderly.Mirren spoke about her character in the comedy-drama, the final film from director Roger Michell, who died last September.She plays Dorothy Bunton, a charlady who's married to real-life character Kempton Bunton, played by Jim Broadbent, and Dorothy's drab, worn-down

Sony Pictures Classics has pushed back the release for Roger Michell’s film The Duke, starring Academy Award winners Jim Broadbent and Helen Mirren, by a month—from March 25 to April 22, 2022. It will be released in theaters in New York and Los Angeles on the latter date before expanding to additional cities over the following weeks.