MOVIE BUSINESS
Adani joins Tata and Ambani in race for elusive India superapp
Given the limited traction gained by Ambani’s MyJio and Tata’s Neu despite their wider range of consumer businesses, the Adani Group — whose businesses are largely infrastructure and heavy industrial ones — may have set itself a daunting task.
Sonakshi Sinha’s brother Luv breaks silence on skipping her wedding, accuses Zaheer Iqbal’s family of shady business dealings
Bollywood star Sonakshi Sinha recently married her fiancé Zaheer Iqbal. Despite rumors that her choice of partner caused tension with her family, these were largely dispelled when her father, veteran actor-politician Shatrughan Sinha, and her mother, Poonam, attended her wedding and reception. Sinha Sr. gave his blessings to the newlyweds. However, Sonakshi's brother Luv was absent from both the wedding and the post-wedding celebrations, with many of his duties being taken over by her friend, Saqib Saleem.
The Family Business Season 5: Premiere date, release schedule, trailer, plot and production team
BET+ announces 'The Family Business' Season 5 premiere on July 4. The series, featuring Ernie Hudson, follows the Duncan family facing internal conflict. Two episodes will release initially, with new episodes every Thursday. The season concludes on August 29. The first trailer is available now.
Amazon tops up India payments business with Rs 600 crore
Amazon Pay India intensified competition with Paytm, PhonePe, and Google Pay, receiving a capital infusion of Rs 600 crore. The company invested Rs 950 crore in the platform and Amazon Seller Services, facing challenges due to RBI actions. With tie-ups for various services, Amazon Pay India reported significant operational revenue and narrowed net losses.
Zomato in talks to acquire Paytm's movies, ticketing business; deal pegged at around Rs 2,000 crore
Zomato’s interest in acquiring Paytm's events and movie ticketing business is in line with the Gurgaon-based company's efforts towards capturing consumer demand across categories like food, grocery and entertainment. If the transaction goes through, it will be the second biggest acquisition for Zomato after it acquired quick commerce platform Blinkit in 2022 in an all-stock deal for Rs 4,447 crore.
Paytm shares fall 3% amid reports of talks to sell movie ticketing business to Zomato
If the deal goes through, it will be among the largest buyouts for Zomato after it acquired Uber Eats in 2020 and took over quick commerce platform Blinkit in 2021 in an all-stock deal valued at Rs 4,447 crore.
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Netflix new movies, series: Top 5 films, shows streaming on OTT giant this week
Are you looking for what’s coming on Netflix this week? There are a lot of shows and movies streaming on Netflix this week, such as Dexter, The Accidental Twins.
Zomato confirms discussions to acquire Paytm’s movies, ticketing business
Zomato confirmed in a stock exchange filing that it is in talks to acquire fintech Paytm's ticketing business, as reported by ET on June 16. The company added that "no binding decision" has been taken about the deal at this point. The deal could value the Paytm vertical at around Rs 1,600-1,750 crore.
Paytm likely in talks with Zomato to sell movie ticketing business
Paytm is in advanced talks to sell its movie and events ticketing business to Zomato amid declining sales. The move is part of Paytm's revival strategy after reporting its first sales decline, triggered by regulatory actions. The potential sale aims to help Paytm refocus on core businesses like travel and cash backs.
From ‘Krishnamma’ to ‘Yakshini’, 6 must-watch OTT releases to stream on Netflix & Prime Video
The phenomenal success of films like the 'Baahubali' series and 'RRR' has propelled Tollywood to national fame. As we anticipate two major Telugu releases this year—'Pushpa 2' starring Allu Arjun and 'Kalki 2898 AD' featuring Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Amitabh Bachchan—explore OTT platforms to discover the latest Telugu movies and web series.
Last rites of Ramoji Rao held in Hyderabad, TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu attends funeral
Industrialist and media mogul Ramoji Rao's last rites were held at Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad with state honors. TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu and senior IAS officers attended the funeral. The Andhra Pradesh government declared state mourning on June 9 and 10. Top leaders including President Droupadi Murmu and PM-designate Narendra Modi paid tribute to Rao, praising his contributions to media and entertainment.
Who was Ramoji Rao? Here's all about Eenadu and Ramoji Film City founder who passed away in Hyderabad
Ramoji Rao passed away while receiving treatment at Star Hospital in Hyderabad. His legacy continues to inspire many in the fields of media, cinema, and business. The impact of his work will be remembered and cherished for generations to come.
Ramoji Rao, founder of Ramoji Film City, passes away
Ramoji Rao News: Rao was the head of the Ramoji Group, which includes the globally renowned Ramoji Film City, the largest film production facility in the world. His media empire also encompasses the Eenadu newspaper, the ETV Network of television channels, and the film production company Usha Kiran Movies.
Business class flight experience getting more exciting with 45-inch TV screens
New business class seats in airplanes have been designed by manufacturers and entertainment providers in such a manner that you can receive a theatre-like experience on your premium seats 30,000ft above ground.
Chris Hemsworth to star in 'Transformers' and 'G.I. Joe' crossover? Here’s the truth
Chris Hemsworth, the Australian actor who gained worldwide fame for playing Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, is in talks to join another big movie franchise. He also played the deranged villain Dementus in George Miller’s “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga”.
Jennifer Lopez shuts down reporter probing into Ben Affleck divorce rumours
During a press event for the film "Atlas" in Mexico City, Jennifer Lopez and co-star Simu Liu firmly shut down a reporter who asked about rumors regarding her divorce from Ben Affleck. Affleck and Lopez, who rekindled their romance in 2021 after 20 years, have faced speculation about marital troubles. Lopez, alongside Liu, dismissed the question, with Liu stating, "We're not doing that." Lopez added, "You know better than that."
Donald Trump movie 'The Apprentice' receives 11-minute ovation at Cannes. What we know about the film
Donald Trump's business antics became a trivial part of Cannes Film Festival as The Apprentice, received a roaring response as it was screened at the prestigious event.
Kiara Advani trolled for 'Fake Accent' during Cannes appearance, netizens call it cringe: Watch viral video
Kiara Advani recently attended the Women in Cinema Gala at the Cannes Film Festival, drawing attention not only for her stunning pink and black gown but also for her unexpected American accent during an interview. Her new way of speaking sparked a wave of criticism on social media, with fans questioning why she adopted the accent and comparing her unfavorably to other actresses like Alia Bhatt and Deepika Padukone, who maintain their natural accents at international events.
Janhvi Kapoor felt 'sexualized' by media as a 12-year-old: Actress reveals she discovered her pictures on adult websites
Janhvi Kapoor, preparing for her role in 'Mr and Mrs Mahi,' recently spoke about facing media objectification from a young age in a conversation with Rajkummar Rao and Karan Johar on Dharma Productions' YouTube channel. She shared how she felt sexualized at 12-13 years old, describing it as a challenging experience to navigate. Additionally, Janhvi discussed her rigorous preparation for the film, which includes six months of cricket training.
Shogun Season 2 and 3 announced: Key details about production and release date
Fans can rejoice as buoyed by the success of Season 1, makers of Shogun will be back with Season 2 and even 3.
Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai says secret to cracking Google interview lies in this 2009 Bollywood blockbuster!
During a podcast hosted by YouTuber Varun Mayya, Pichai was questioned about his awareness of the a tutoring industry dedicated to assisting individuals in impressing recruiters at FAANG companies. He was also asked if he was open to sharing insights on cracking challenging interviews.
Francis Ford Coppola's long-awaited 'Megalopolis' premieres at Cannes after decades
Legendary director Francis Ford Coppola premiered his long-anticipated passion project "Megalopolis" at the Cannes Film Festival. The 138-minute epic, set in a fictional version of New York City called New Rome and drawn from Roman history, stars Adam Driver as Cesar Catilina, an architect-scientist aiming to transform the city. The film also features a star-studded supporting cast including Giancarlo Esposito, Nathalie Emmanuel, Shia LaBeouf, Aubrey Plaza, Laurence Fishburne, and Dustin Hoffman.
‘Red, White & Royal Blue’ Sequel: Here is everything you need to know
Casey McQuiston, who is the author of the book ‘Red, White & Royal Blue’, will also be one of the script writers for the upcoming sequel of the movie. It will be available on Prime Video.
Movie theatres cut down shows as films fare poorly
According to various estimates of trade analysts, multiplexes having five to six auditoriums are restricting shows to two or three, while some single-screen theatres are temporarily shutting operations, due to poor business and large expenses associated with running them.
Dracula new trailer: Are Keanu Reeves and Jenna Ortega starring in the movie?
As rumors swirl about a supposed Dracula trailer featuring Keanu Reeves, fans are understandably skeptical about its authenticity. Adding to the intrigue is speculation about Jenna Ortega's possible role in this rumored movie adaptation.
Karan Johar feels disrespected by his 'own industry'? Director reacts to 'poor taste' mimicry of him. What he said?
Karan Johar recently expressed disappointment over a mimicry incident on a TV channel where a comedian imitated him in poor taste. He shared his feelings on social media, highlighting his sadness at the disrespect from within the industry. While not naming the comedian, speculation pointed to Kettan Singh from 'Madness Machayenge India Ko Hasayenge.' Singh apologized publicly, stating his intention was not to hurt Johar.
Movies, new album, shows to watch this weekend
The first weekend of May is power packed with thrillers, new album releases and also a treat for those interested in comics as we observe the Free Comic Book Day. It is also the Star Wars day.
'Netflix's India business is healthy and growing': Content VP Monika Shergill
Netflix India is maintaining a healthy business despite a slowdown in subscriber growth. They revealed their 2024 content slate and are partnering with telecom operators to offer bundled prepaid plans to broaden their reach and enhance user value.
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