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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie hits $1 billion worldwide as the first film of 2026, defying critics’ 42% Rotten Tomatoes score with strong audience approval at 88% Popcornmeter.
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Benedict Wong has joined Franz Rogowski, Léa Seydoux and Mikey Madison in A24’s The Masque of the Red Death, a
Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh stars in The Surgeon, an action thriller where her surgical skills turn deadly. Produced by John
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Weightlifting coach Dorothy Huynh has spent a career hoisting heavy things. But her biggest challenge wasn't a barbell—it was unlearning
The "Big Four" entertainment agencies have filed for a joint venture to create a global music event designed to rival
Yeon Sang-ho returns to zombie territory with Colony, a Cannes-bound thriller that recalls the runaway success of Train to Busan
Simu Liu Copenhagen Test
Peacock cancels Simu Liu's The Copenhagen Test after one season. Espionage thriller with Melissa Barrera won't return despite strong debut
American YouTuber Johnny Somali jailed for 6 months in Seoul after kissing 'comfort women' statue, sparking outrage. From Japan taunts
BigBang are back on the global stage: the K‑pop legends made their long‑awaited return at Coachella 2026, marking their 20th
Ke Huy Quan, Ken Jeong, and Ronny Chieng have joined the cast of Avatar: Aang, The Last Airbender, alongside Steven
Japanese Oscar-winning filmmaker Takashi Yamazaki will make his English‑language debut with Grandgear, a 2028 sci‑thriller produced by J.J. Abrams’ Bad