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Naman Ramachandran “Kalki 2898 AD,” the Indian sci-fi epic starring Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone and Disha Patani, will release theatrically worldwide on May 9. The date was unveiled across Indian cities Varanasi, Mumbai, Delhi, Chandigarh, Chennai, Madurai, Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, Guntur, Bhimavaram, Kashmir and Vijayawada by actors in the raider costumes featured in the film. The film, which is directed by Nag Ashwin and backed by Vyjayanthi Movies, was teased at the San Diego Comic-Con last year.

Naman Ramachandran Kevin Hart has reiterated that he will not host the Oscars again. Hart was due to host the 2019 Oscars but stepped down after an outcry over previous anti-gay tweets, and comments he’d made during stand-up routines a decade ago. He later told Variety that he’d never do it again and is sticking to his stance.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Hamaguchi Ryusuke’s “Evil Does Not Exist” and Korean blockbuster “12.12: The Day” dominated the nominations for the 17th edition of the Asian Film Awards. Both picked up six nominations, including those in the best film category. The nominations were announced on Friday afternoon in Hong Kong, ahead of a ceremony on March 10, that will return to the city’s West Kowloon Cultural District and the Qiyu Centre.

Japanese filmmaker Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s latest feature, Evil Does Not Exist, and the period action pic 12.12: The Day, from Korea, lead the nominations at this year’s Asian Film Awards. 

Badland Hunters, led by Don Lee. Here’s everything we know about the cast and plot of the upcoming film.The upcoming action movie is set in a post-apocalyptic world devastated by a massive earthquake.

Jay-Z and D’Angelo have teamed up on a collaborative new single called ‘I Want You Forever’ – you can listen to it below.The epic, nine-and-a-half-minute song was created in partnership with filmmaker and musician Jeymes Samuel for his new film The Book Of Clarence, which hit US cinemas today (January 12).Samuel previously described the track as “nine minutes and 32 seconds of absolute soulful, biblical bliss”.In Jay-Z’s verse, he raps: “Life don’t taste the same without you/ Tears in my champagne ’bout you/ Quit playin’ girl, you know I’m crazy ’bout you/ You know that week you ran back to your momma house/ Ask my friends, the can vouch (Ooh).”Tune in here:The Book Of Clarence was written and directed by Samuel, and he also served as a producer alongside Jay-Z and others. The pair previously worked together on Samuel’s 2021 film The Harder They Fall.In a press release, the filmmaker explained: “The Book Of Clarence is a film that I wanted to make for many years.

BTS rapper Suga is the face of Valentino’s latest menswear campaign for its 2024 S/S collection, Valentino The Narratives.In a new campaign clip released by the Italian luxury fashion house, Suga shares a glimpse of his life as a star as he is ushered into a venue surrounded by fans and press while wearing a white Valentino suit.“The energy, individuality and story of stardom,” reads the accompanying caption. The campaign was directed by creative director Pierpaolo Piccioli and shot by photographer Theo Wenner.A post shared by Valentino (@maisonvalentino)Per Harper’s Bazaar Singapore, Valentino’s new The Narratives campaign features moments from the idol’s life, from the music studio to the streets of Seoul, as well as his public appearances among the press and fans.The musician was introduced as one of Valentino’s brand ambassadors called DI.VAs – standing for “Different Values” – almost a year ago.

Gyeongseong Creature actor Park Seo-jun has commented on the new Netflix K-drama’s mixed reception.In a recent interview, the 35-year-old actor discussed the mixed reviews for Gyeongseong Creature, sharing that he was unfazed by them, and that he was “satisfied” with the project.“I’ve never experienced a lack of mixed reviews. It happens with every project,” said Park, per Yonhap News Agency.

LIMELIGHT drop music video for new single, ‘TA-DA!’.In the simple music video for ‘TA-DA!’, LIMELIGHT explore a seaside town and perform the the upbeat disco-pop song while on vacation. The clip also features several callbacks to their older releases.“Capture the moments that won’t be forgotten / Ta-da, ta-da, spell on my heart / I’m under the spell, you keep me mesmerized / How did you do it? Oh, baby,” they sing on the chorus.Notably, ‘Last Dance’ will be LIMEIGHT’s last release as a trio.

Lil Nas X has shared his first new single in two years – listen to ‘J Christ’ below.The rapper/singer confirmed last week that he would be releasing a song and a self-directed music video, asking fans: “Y’all ready for a show?” He later posted a teaser for the official visuals.Arriving today (January 12), the video for ‘J Christ’ begins with a scene in which various celebrity lookalikes walk across a field before making their way up a stairway to Heaven.We see impersonators of Taylor Swift, Kanye West, Ed Sheeran, Oprah Winfrey, Barack Obama and more as a gospel choir sings: “Oh lord please/ Deliver us/ Deliver me.” After the faux celebs cross over to the other side, we’re greeted by a godlike Lil Nas X at the pearly gates.Later, viewers are transported to the fiery depths of Hell and introduced to a devil version of the artist. He then plays a one-on-one basketball game against Satan in Heaven in front of a crowd of spectators.The video spoofs various biblical stories, with Lil Nas X later seen on a crucifix and travelling across a stormy ocean on an arc.

EXCLUSIVE: Ruchi Narain was obsessed with ABC‘s early 2010s drama Revenge — so much so that she spent years trying to land the rights to remake the Mike Kelley show in India.

A man has been charged in connection with the death of a woman found at a house in North Berwick on New Year’s Day.

A woman has sadly died after falling from a multi-storey car park in a city centre.

Members of Young Farmers clubs in the region are being offered the chance to take part in a beginners shearing course at a discounted price thanks to British Wool.

Creetown chief Jamie Adams hailed his “ruthless” players after they thrashed Mid Annandale 6-0.

Philippe Clement and Rangers are currently in La Manga putting in the hard graft ahead of the Premiership return.

Paul Giamatti and girlfriend Clara Wong are ready to show their love to the world and they just made another red carpet appearance during awards season!

Parasite director Bong Joon-ho and several South Korean creatives have called for a probe into the circumstances behind renowned actor Lee Sun-kyun’s death.Last month, the 48-year-old actor was found dead in an apparent suicide. At the time of his death, Lee had been undergoing a highly publicised investigation by South Korean police on suspicions of drug use.Earlier this week, the newly established Association of Solidarity of Cultural Artists released a statement calling for an investigation into Lee’s death, per The Korea Herald.

Ariana Grande has returned with a new single called ‘yes, and?’ – you can listen to it below.The pop star first announced details of the track last weekend, when she confirmed that it would be the lead song from her forthcoming seventh album – the follow-up to 2020’s ‘Positions’.Released today (January 12), ‘yes, and?’ sees Grande addressing her personal life and singing about “healing” over a house-inspired instrumental that channels Madonna‘s ‘Vogue’.“Now, I’m so done with caring/ What you think, no, I won’t hide/ Underneath your own projections/ Or change my most authentic life,” one verse goes. Later, the star calls on the listener to overcome their “dark situation” and “just turn on your light“.In the uplifting chorus, Grande sings: “‘Yes, and?’/ Say that shit with your chest, and/ Be your own fuckin’ best friend/ Say that shit with your chest/ Keep moving like, ‘What’s next?’/ ‘Yes, and?’ (Yeah).”Tune in here:Grande is due to share the official video for ‘yes, and?’ on YouTube at 3pm GMT today – you’ll be able to watch it here.

Public Enemy‘s Flavor Flav has spoken about his favourite Taylor Swift song and expressed his love for the singer in a new interview.The rapper recently appeared on HOT 97’s Ebro In The Morning radio show to discuss his extensive career. When asked about attending the recent 81st Golden Globes, he launched into a lengthy discussion of Swift, in light of Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour film’s nomination for the ceremony’s inaugural Cinematic and Box Office Achievement category. “Yes, I am a Swiftie,” Flav declared.

Almost three months after Bury’s indoor market hall was suddenly forced to close after dangerous concrete was found in the roof, the majority of affected traders have now been relocated. On October 26, 49 stallholders had their livelihoods snatched away and were thrown into uncertainty after the discovery of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) in the roof.