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Model Sawa Pontyjska sued Cannes Film Festival

Ukrainian model Sawa Pontyjska is suing the Cannes Film Festival for alleged mistreatment by security staff. She claims a female guard restrained her and caused physical and psychological harm at the premiere of Marcello Mio. Pontyjska is seeking $108,300 in damages and has filed a legal complaint. Other instances of alleged bad behavior by security guards have also been reported.

John Cena was advised not to work in THIS superhit film

John Cena's agency initially advised him against working in the successful film 'Barbie'. Despite this, Cena made a cameo appearance as a merman named Kenmaid. The project was a critical and commercial success, receiving eight Oscar nominations and grossing over $1 billion worldwide. Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling also starred in the Greta Gerwig-directed film.

Shahid Kapoor regrets refusing THIS hit film starring Aamir Khan

Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor revealed that he turned down a role in Aamir Khan's 'Rang De Basanti,' expressing regret for the decision. He disclosed this on Neha Dhupia's talk show, citing prior commitments as the reason. The ensemble cast of 'Rang De Basanti' included Aamir Khan, Siddharth, and others. The confession has surprised fans.

Anti-Pakistan film ‘Fighter’ crashes at the box office on fifth day of release

Indian film 'Fighter', featuring Deepika Padukone and Hrithik Roshan, saw a significant decrease in box office earnings on its fifth day of release. Despite an initially promising start, the film may struggle to reach its reported budget of INR 2.50 billion. It has sparked controversy and received mixed early reviews, with concerns raised about its handling of sensitive themes.

Japanese film makes history with Oscar nomination

'Godzilla Minus One' became the first film in the 70-year history of the franchise to receive an Oscar nomination. The Japanese monster epic is nominated for Best Visual Effects at the Oscars 2024. The record-breaking American release follows a former kamikaze pilot's life post-World War II. Some notable names were snubbed in the nomination process.

Martin Scorsese unveils plans for new film on Jesus Christ

Esteemed filmmaker Martin Scorsese hints at a new religious film based on Shūsaku Endō’s book, aiming to present Jesus' teachings in a modern context. Without engaging in “proselytisation,” the film will be a departure from previous religious ventures, striving for accessibility and timelessness. With a completed screenplay, Scorsese plans to commence shooting later this year.

Shreya Ghoshal to recreate Ali Zafar’s hit ‘Jhoom’ in upcoming Bollywood film

Indian singer Shreya Ghoshal announced her plan to recreate Pakistani singer Ali Zafar’s song "Jhoom" with composer Vishal Mishra for the upcoming Bollywood film "Crakk." Ghoshal expressed her admiration for Zafar and his song while Zafar and Mishra welcomed the collaboration. The original "Jhoom" track was a hit in 2011, blending Sufi pop and gaining success in both Pakistan and India.

Pakistani films leave a mark at Red Sea International Film Festival 2023

Pakistani films garnered success at the Red Sea International Film Festival 2023 in Jeddah, with positive reception from both the audience and the jury. The festival showcased two Pakistani features and two shorts, reflecting a growing international platform for Pakistani filmmakers. The event saw enthusiastic audience turnout and recognition from acclaimed filmmaker Baz Luhrmann.

The Smashing Machine: Dwayne Johnson to lead film about MMA fighter Mark Kerr

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson will star in 'The Smashing Machine', a film detailing the life of MMA fighter Mark Kerr. The biopic will be directed by Benny Safdie and produced by A24, featuring Kerr's career struggles with addiction, love, and friendship during the year 2000. Keanu Reeves declined a role in the movie. - Khabristan.PK