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Fox to produce Fear Factor microdrama for My Drama platform

The new short-form series leverages the franchise's history of high-intensity stunts to capture audiences on vertical media platforms.

Indonesia and Kyrgyzstan launch first co-production film The Land of Jinn

The horror project seeks international partners to bridge a financing gap and secure distribution for the multi-language production.

Bikash Subedi wraps principal photography on Nepali feature Shirjara: Song of Grandmother

The filmmaker seeks $44,000 in Tokyo to fund post-production and a 2027 Cannes premiere for the high-altitude drama.

Omi premieres at Austin Film Festival featuring late actress Bunny Levine

The festival also announced several award winners eligible for Academy Award consideration following its 40th edition in Los Angeles.

Noah Wyle named People’s Sexiest Man Alive for 2026

The actor follows a string of major awards for his role in the HBO drama series The Pitt.

David Bowie immersive concert experience Stage to premiere in Berlin

The production uses original camera negatives and spatial audio to recreate the legendary musician's performances for a global audience.

Ghosts: The Possession of Button House leads UK and Ireland box office

The horror title secured a £2.4 million opening weekend, outperforming several established releases and new debuts in the regional market.

Taylor Swift joins Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame as youngest member

The pop star received the honour at age 36, following a previous induction into the New York branch of the same institution in June.

Jay-Z to headline Apple Music Super Bowl LXI Halftime Show

The rapper's appearance follows a series of high-profile performances and a recent Emmy win for the previous show's headliner.

Lionsgate and Steven Paul form joint venture for new Hollywood initiatives

The partnership follows Paul's lobbying efforts for federal tax incentives to keep major entertainment productions within the United States.

US judge dismisses film school fraud lawsuit and fines AI-using lawyer

The ruling follows a whistleblower complaint alleging the school used inflated job stats to secure federal student loans.

Mary J. Blige sells publishing and recorded-music assets to Primary Wave Music

The transaction involves the sale of shares in the music assets of the artist who has won four Grammy Awards.

Harry Styles to perform three shows at London's Wembley Stadium in August 2026

The pop star's tour includes multiple international dates while a new documentary captures the behind-the-scenes reality of his global performances.

Sharjah Film Festival signs deal with UAE National Media Authority

The partnership aims to build a pipeline for emerging filmmakers by streamlining permits and providing technical training for youth-focused content.

Amy Madigan joins cast of Paramount+ drama thriller Ascent

The actress joins a high-profile production led by Viola Davis as the series prepares for filming in Los Angeles in 2027.

Music rights holders sue Anthropic for Elvis Presley copyright infringement

Wind, Talk to Me wins best film at Adriatic Film & TV Awards

The ceremony in Montenegro recognised regional talent, with over 800 academy members voting on the winners.

Naomi Kawase to head Doha Film Festival main competition jury

The festival, which evolved from the Ajyal Film Festival, offers a best narrative prize of $75,000 and a documentary prize of $50,000.

Japan opens 39th Tokyo International Film Festival with growth targets

The government aims to sell JPY20 trillion worth of Japanese content overseas by 2033 through production support and attracting foreign shoots.

Tokyo Film Festival targets 50 percent Asian representation in competition lineup

The festival requires at least an Asian premiere for competition entries, though the split between Asian and world premieres is usually equal.

Danyal Zafar takes break from entertainment industry to recover from health issues

The actor paused his career after 415 days of continuous work, citing a physical breaking point and a recent hospitalisation.

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz directs first royalty law for film industry

The initiative includes an online one-window facility for locations, a new Film City in Lahore, and training for young filmmakers.

Voice actor Eric Bauza dies at 46 from cardiovascular disease

The veteran performer, known for voicing iconic Looney Tunes characters, leaves behind a career spanning over 400 acting credits.

Resident Evil maintains top spot at mainland China box office

The horror franchise continues its dominant run as it secures its third consecutive weekend at the peak of the Chinese market.