Click here to read the full article. Prolific Indian studio Applause Entertainment is celebrating its fifth anniversary with a flourishing streaming slate, several films, an ambitious expansion model and a doubling down on investment. The company is led by CEO Sameer Nair , a pioneer of Indian television with previous stints at Star TV, NDTV Imagine, Turner General Entertainment, and Balaji Telefilms. More from Variety SonyLIV Picks Up 'Tanaav,' Indian Adaptation of 'Fauda' (EXCLUSIVE) 'Bloody Brothers,' Indian Adaptation of BBC's 'Guilt,' Set for ZEE5 Debut ZEE5 Global Signs Multi-Show Partnership With India's Applause Entertainment On the film front, Applause’s Hindi-language “The Rapist,” by Aparna Sen, won the prestigious Kim Jiseok award at Busan in 2021. Next up is a film by actor-director Nandita Das, whose last film “Manto” was at Cannes. The film, which has the working title “Swigato” and is a social satire about the Indian food … [Read more...] about India’s Applause Entertainment Reveals Robust Film Slate, Doubles Down on Investment as it Turns Five (EXCLUSIVE)
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Toronto Bound ‘A Long Break’ Acquired by Syndicado (EXCLUSIVE)
Click here to read the full article. Syndicado Film Sales has acquired international sales rights to Davit Pirtskhalava ’s “A Long Break,” which world premieres in the Discovery Section of Toronto Film Festival . In the Georgian drama, a seemingly harmless gathering turns into a trial for a former classmate, who used to be a bully. In the film, Tsitsi initiates a reunion of his former classmates 13 years after they left school. His motive is seemingly harmless: they haven’t seen each other since graduation, and the reason for the gathering is to remember school and have a drink. However, Tsitsi has a secret motivation: he wants to punish his former classmate, Guga, who used to make life difficult for the entire class at school. Several male classmates gather at the school to drink and talk; as their time together progresses, Tsitsi gets drunk and tries to accomplish his goal. More from Variety Urban Sales Swoops on Carolina Markowicz's Toronto-San Sebastian … [Read more...] about Toronto Bound ‘A Long Break’ Acquired by Syndicado (EXCLUSIVE)
What makes Elijah Canlas-Miles Ocampo relationship click despite 4-year age gap
Scene from “Blue Room” “She doesn’t feel like an artista, but a real human being. I guess you will naturally find a connection if you’re both honest and true,” said actor Elijah Canlas, who claimed to have never really imagined himself dating a fellow actor until he met Miles Ocampo. In 2020, Elijah and Miles worked on the TV5 teleserye “Paano ang Pangako?” Elijah insisted that he didn’t court Miles while they were working on the show, but afterwards, “because I wanted to stay professional.” “We hardly talked on the set even though we were romantically paired in the story. We were comfortable with each other pero may kanya-kanya kaming mundo. I didn’t think of her until we shot the whole thing. I swear on this! Just ask the people in my life. I’ve long been saying that I’m not interested in dating artistas, but for some reason, Miles is more than that,” Elijah told Inquirer Entertainment in a recent virtual chat. Elijah has just stepped out of his taping bubble in Baguio City … [Read more...] about What makes Elijah Canlas-Miles Ocampo relationship click despite 4-year age gap
Jennifer Lawrence’s hottest looks as Hollywood beauty turns 30 – naked scenes to lingerie
Hollywood superstar Jennifer Lawrence turns another year older today. The Oscar-winning actress, who is reportedly worth £100 million, celebrates her 30th birthday on August 15. Jennifer reportedly planned to celebrate her milestone birthday in Greece with her husband Cooke Maroney, 35, who she married last October. But her birthday celebrations have since been scaled down to a family affair in her home town in Kentucky with friends, followed by a more intimate gathering with showbiz pals at her mansion in Los Angeles. Guests expected to attend the lavish bash include singer Adele, 32, and actresses Emma Stone, 31, and Amy Schumer, 39. As her Hollywood career took off, Jennifer quickly became known for her relatable personality and girl-next- door charm. One of her first big-screen breakthrough roles was as a teen raped by her mother’s pimp in 2008’s The Poker House. Scripts quickly began to pour in – in 2011 she joined the X-Men franchise as Raven in X-Men: First … [Read more...] about Jennifer Lawrence’s hottest looks as Hollywood beauty turns 30 – naked scenes to lingerie
‘Attempt at alternative Royal Family?’ Meghan and Harry’s UK return questioned by expert
Meghan Markle: Charles Rae explains 'snub' from Queen SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Meghan Markle and her husband Prince Harry will visit London next month as part of a trip to attend multiple charity events. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will attend The One Young World Manchester Summit on September 5, where the Duchess of Sussex is a counsellor alongside Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Jamie Oliver, before jetting off to Germany for the Invictus Games Düsseldorf One Year To Go ceremony the next day. They will then return to the UK for the WellChild Awards 2022 in London on September 8. Related articles Harry to use new book to 'rewrite his story' to become US leader Poll result: … [Read more...] about ‘Attempt at alternative Royal Family?’ Meghan and Harry’s UK return questioned by expert