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Runway CEO says AI could help Hollywood make 50 films instead of one $100M blockbuster

Cristóbal Valenzuela, the co-founder and CEO of AI video-generation startup Runway, now valued at north of $5 billion, may not be winning over more hearts and minds in the anti-AI, creative crowd with his recent comments about AI’s potential in Hollywood. At Semafor’s World Economy Summit this week, the AI executive suggested that studios should take the $100 million they spend on a single film and put it toward 50 films, in order to increase their output and their chances of getting...

Trump could be getting more DC arches with his pick to lead arts commission saying three are needed

NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsTrump could be getting more DC arches with his pick to lead arts commission saying three are neededRodney Mims Cook Jr. was appointed by Trump to head up the Commission of Fine Arts panel which is set to review plans for the president’s 250-foot ‘Triumphal Arch’Rhian Lubin in New York Thursday 16 April 2026 15:13 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"...

Spielberg returns to unknown with UFO thriller

Steven Spielberg described his 1977 UFO film "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" as ?his own "speculation" about intelligent life on other planets. His new alien movie, "Disclosure Day," will offer what Spielberg believes is "more truth than fiction," the veteran filmmaker told theater operators on Wednesday at the CinemaCon convention in Las Vegas. The maker of "ET" and 2005's "War of the Worlds" said he decided to journey back...

'Beef' Season 2 debuts on Netflix amid strong performances

The second season of 'Beef' has received mixed reviews but largely positive from critics following its release on Netflix. Returning after a three-year gap, the anthology series created by Lee Sung Jin shifts focus away from its original storyline and introduces a new conflict between two couples from contrasting social backgrounds. The new cast includes Carey Mulligan and Oscar Isaac as one couple, with Charles Melton and Cailee Spaeny portraying another. Critics have broadly praised...

CinemaCon dazzles with star power, AI debate

The annual spectacle of CinemaCon unfolded this week as both a celebration of cinema's future and a flashpoint for one of its most contentious debates, with filmmakers unveiling ambitious projects while confronting the ethical limits of artificial intelligence in storytelling. At the centre of the controversy was the independent feature 'As Deep as the Grave', which drew intense scrutiny after presenting a digitally recreated performance by late actor Val Kilmer. The preview introdu...

Heartbreak, humour and a 'committee'

Actors Hira Mani and Zhalay Sarhadi have teamed up for a light-hearted video that turns the familiar theme of heartbreak on its head, offering an unexpectedly practical twist that has left viewers both amused and engaged. The short clip, set against the backdrop of a cosy living room, opens on an emotional note. Hani Taha is seen visibly distressed, her eyes teary as she leans on Zhalay Sarhadi for comfort. Seated beside them, Hira Mani shares the sombre mood, observing the moment with quiet co...

Mamdani’s wife Rama Duwaji apologizes for tweets sent as teenager

Rama Duwaji, the wife of New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, has apologized in an interview published Wednesday over tweets she made as a teenager. Duwaji was criticized after old tweets unearthed in March showed her using the n word, a gay slur and hurling insults at Israel. Duwaji was criticized after old tweets unearthed in…

The White Lotus Season 4 heads to Cannes: Everything we know so far

Dubai: HBO’s The White Lotus is officially in production again, and for Season 4, it’s swapping island luxury for Riviera glamour.Filming began in April 2026 along the French Riviera, with the story unfolding across Cannes, Saint-Tropez, Monaco and Paris. This time, the series is set against the backdrop of the Cannes Film Festival.At the centre of the season is a new White Lotus property, the Château de la Messardière in Saint-Tropez. Unlike previous seasons, which leaned on secluded resort set...

Former Disney teen star exposes chilling warning signs of predatory behavior in Hollywood

Former boy band members Ricky Garcia and Lance Bass are shedding light on the dark side of the entertainment industry, warning that young artists are often targeted by predators who exploit fame, money and power.Garcia, 28, who starred on the Disney show "Best Friends Whenever," was a member of the boy band Forever in Your Mind. Bass, 46, rose to global stardom alongside Justin Timberlake, JC Chasez, Joey Fatone and Chris Kirkpatrick as members of *NSYNC, one of the best-selling boy bands of all...

‘Dungeons & Dragons’ Maker Launches Official Actual-Play Show Amid Growing Popularity of ‘Critical Role,’ ‘Dimension 20’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Hasbro’s Wizards of the Coast is putting their trademarked D back in DM-ing with the launch of a new “Dungeons & Dragons” actual-play TV series. Launching with its first two episodes available on YouTube on April 22 at 6:30 p.m. PT, the new show, titled “Dungeon Masters,” stars Jasmine Bhullar (“DesiQuest,” “Dimension 20”) as the […]

Christopher Hall to Bring One-Man Show ‘Pizazz’ to New York (EXCLUSIVE)

U.K. comedian and viral showman Christopher Hall is set to make his New York debut this summer with his new one-man show “Pizazz,” which is slated for a limited run at Asylum NYC this summer. Presented by WestBeth Entertainment, the production will run June 5 through June 13, marking Hall’s first major stateside engagement following […]

Alex Cooper’s Unwell Hires Joanne Bradford as President to Lead Expanded Executive Team

Unwell, Alex Cooper’s Gen Z-targeted media company that is home to her hit podcast “Call Her Daddy,” has brought a new team of execs on board tasked with driving growth. The company has hired Joanne Bradford as president. Bradford, who has served as a strategic adviser to Unwell since June 2025, will oversee strategic growth […]

‘I Always Say I’m a Terrible Actor’: Adrien Brody on Overcoming Anxieties for His Broadway Debut in Lindsey Ferrentino’s ‘Fear of 13’

Two-time Oscar winner Adrien Brody jokes that he’s not good at pretending. “I always say I’m a terrible actor because you know when I don’t like something. You know where I stand,” the 52-year-old cracks backstage at the James Earl Jones Theatre, where he’s set to make his Broadway debut in the searing prison drama […]

'Bhoot Bangla' preview: What to expect from Akshay Kumar film

Akshay Kumar marks a strong comeback with the horror‑comedy Bhoot Bangla, rolling out paid previews on April 16 and a full release on April 17. Set in a haunted mansion, the film mixes laughs, scares and family chaos, positioned as a light‑hearted masala entertainer rather than pure horror, with strong early advance‑booking figures signalling a hopeful box‑office start after a quiet patch since December 2025.

10 up-and-coming independent London designers to have on your radar

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Charli xcx’s New Album Is a ‘Rock Reinvention’: ‘There’s Gonna Be People Who Are Bothered by It, but That’s Fine’

Charli xcx is going full rock ‘n’ roll for her next album. In a new cover story with British Vogue, the pop singer revealed that she’s ditching the dance beats and Auto-Tune that made her last album, “Brat,” a lime-green phenomenon. Instead, her untitled eighth record — which she made with “Brat” producers A. G. […]

Sai Tamhankar: That era, when women were just ornamental, is gone | Exclusive

Sai Tamhankar That era when women were just ornamental is gone Exclusive

16 में घर छोड़ा, शादी का दबाव झेला, आज भी सिंगल हैं कंगना, बोलीं- करियर पहले

Dunelm's 'classy' £32 item makes any front door 'look beautiful' and 'charming'

Dunelm's 'classy' £32 item makes any front door 'look beautiful' and 'charming'Shoppers are praising the 'delicate' wreath for looking 'beautiful' on their front doorMoneyCharlotte Smith Senior Lifestyle Content Editor14:47, 16 Apr 2026This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreView 3 ImagesShoppers can order the wreath online(Image: Getty)Dunelm is offering a £32 item that...

Queen Elizabeth still reigns supreme: Late monarch is the most popular royal in UK poll followed by Diana, the Waleses and Princess Anne - while King is fifth and Andrew comes last

Queen Elizabeth still reigns supreme: Late monarch is the most popular royal in UK poll followed by Diana, the Waleses and Princess Anne - while King is fifth and Andrew comes lastBy MARTIN ROBINSON, CHIEF REPORTER Published: 14:40, 16 April 2026 | Updated: 14:42, 16 April 2026 e-mail View comments