CANNES DIARY: Behind the scenes of the 2024 film festival

CANNES DIARY: Behind the scenes of the 2024 film festival

The annual film festival is always a spectacle, but 2024's edition may be the most combustible in years.

The annual film festival is always a spectacle, but 2024's edition may be the most combustible in years.

Entertainment 17 May, 2024

Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber are expecting a baby, renew their vows

Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber are expecting a baby, renew their vows

Cue up his 2010 megahit “Baby.” Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber (nee Baldwin) are expecting their first child together — and have renewed their vows.

Cue up his 2010 megahit “Baby.” Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber (nee Baldwin) are expecting their first child together — and have renewed their vows.

Entertainment 12 May, 2024

The Eurovision Song Contest kicked off with pop and protests as the war in Gaza casts a shadow

The Eurovision Song Contest kicked off with pop and protests as the war in Gaza casts...

Eurovision’s motto is “United by Music,” but national rifts and political divisions often cloud the contest despite organizers’ efforts to keep politics out.

Eurovision’s motto is “United by Music,” but national rifts and political divisions often cloud the contest despite organizers’ efforts to keep politics out.

Entertainment 08 May, 2024

Madonna puts on free concert in Rio, turning Copacabana beach into enormous dance floor

Madonna puts on free concert in Rio, turning Copacabana beach into enormous dance...

Madonna put on a free concert on Copacabana beach Saturday night, turning Rio de Janeiro's vast stretch of sand into an enormous dance floor teeming with a multitude of her fans.

Madonna put on a free concert on Copacabana beach Saturday night, turning Rio de Janeiro's vast stretch of sand into an enormous dance floor teeming with a multitude of her fans.

Entertainment 05 May, 2024

Dua Lipa is all about 'Radical Optimism,' in her music and other pursuits

Dua Lipa is all about 'Radical Optimism,' in her music and other pursuits

Dua Lipa is floating in the ocean, the sun just beginning to set behind her.

Dua Lipa is floating in the ocean, the sun just beginning to set behind her.

Entertainment 30 Apr, 2024

After 4 decades in music and major vocal surgery, Jon Bon Jovi is optimistic and still rocking

After 4 decades in music and major vocal surgery, Jon Bon Jovi is optimistic and...

In a recent interview with The Associated Press, Bon Jovi said the reaction at the time was “heartbreaking.

In a recent interview with The Associated Press, Bon Jovi said the reaction at the time was “heartbreaking.

Entertainment 23 Apr, 2024

Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne Johnson pledged $10M for Maui wildfire survivors. They gave much more.

Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne Johnson pledged $10M for Maui wildfire survivors. They gave...

Lana Vierra misses the swing set at her Lahaina home, which was reduced to ashes in the wildfires that swept through her community last summer.

Lana Vierra misses the swing set at her Lahaina home, which was reduced to ashes in the wildfires that swept through her community last summer.

Entertainment 22 Apr, 2024

Nepathya welcomes 'New Year 2081' with Birtamode concert

Nepathya welcomes 'New Year 2081' with Birtamode concert

The concert concluded with a stirring rendition of the Nepali national anthem, "Rato ra chandra surya."

The concert concluded with a stirring rendition of the Nepali national anthem, "Rato ra chandra surya."

Entertainment 14 Apr, 2024

Jessica Alba steps down as chief creative officer at Honest, the personal care company she founded

Jessica Alba steps down as chief creative officer at Honest, the personal care...

Alba will keep a seat on the company board, but Honest said that she will now focus on “new endeavors.”

Alba will keep a seat on the company board, but Honest said that she will now focus on “new endeavors.”

Entertainment 11 Apr, 2024

'Godzilla x Kong' maintains box-office dominion in second weekend

'Godzilla x Kong' maintains box-office dominion in second weekend

“Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” easily swatted away a pair of challengers to hold on to the top spot at the box office for the second week in a row, according to studio estimates Sunday.

“Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” easily swatted away a pair of challengers to hold on to the top spot at the box office for the second week in a row, according to studio estimates Sunday.

Entertainment 08 Apr, 2024

Nepathya to welcome 'New Year' with Birtamode concert

Nepathya to welcome 'New Year' with Birtamode concert

Ahead of the dawn of Bikram Samvat 2081, Nepathya is slated to grace Birtamode, situated in the eastern reaches of Nepal, with their melodic presence.

Ahead of the dawn of Bikram Samvat 2081, Nepathya is slated to grace Birtamode, situated in the eastern reaches of Nepal, with their melodic presence.

Entertainment 07 Apr, 2024

WWE kicks, punches, slams marketing efforts into high gear ahead of WrestleMania, its big event

WWE kicks, punches, slams marketing efforts into high gear ahead of WrestleMania, its...

The Rock's participation in WrestleMania XL, given his longstanding ties to WWE and his movie star status, is a considerable asset.

The Rock's participation in WrestleMania XL, given his longstanding ties to WWE and his movie star status, is a considerable asset.

Entertainment 01 Apr, 2024

Nepathya's voice resonates in Karphok of Ilam hills

Nepathya's voice resonates in Karphok of Ilam hills

Nepathya, perennially immersed in the hustle and bustle of urban markets, made its debut amidst nature and music, captivating the audience with its unique blend.

Nepathya, perennially immersed in the hustle and bustle of urban markets, made its debut amidst nature and music, captivating the audience with its unique blend.

Entertainment 17 Mar, 2024

Nepathya to perform in enchanting Ilam hills

Nepathya to perform in enchanting Ilam hills

The concert in Ilam is organized in collaboration with Nyupi Tharpa Choling Gumba, aimed at preserving religious heritage and promoting tourism through music.

The concert in Ilam is organized in collaboration with Nyupi Tharpa Choling Gumba, aimed at preserving religious heritage and promoting tourism through music.

Entertainment 13 Mar, 2024

Japanese animation studio founder Miyazaki isn't ready to retire just yet, after latest Oscar win

Japanese animation studio founder Miyazaki isn't ready to retire just yet, after...

Ghibli, the Japanese studio that just won its second Oscar for feature animation for “The Boy and The Heron," hasn't said yet what it plans next.

Ghibli, the Japanese studio that just won its second Oscar for feature animation for “The Boy and The Heron," hasn't said yet what it plans next.

Entertainment 12 Mar, 2024

Krystyna Pyszková from Czech Republic crowned Miss World 2024

Krystyna Pyszková from Czech Republic crowned Miss World 2024

Krystyna Pyszková of the Czech Republic was crowned Miss World at a glittering contest held in India on Saturday night.

Krystyna Pyszková of the Czech Republic was crowned Miss World at a glittering contest held in India on Saturday night.

Entertainment 10 Mar, 2024

Seven female film artists feted

Seven female film artists feted

Minister for Communications and Information Technology Rekha Sharma honoured female film artists in recognition of their contributions to Nepali film sector.

Minister for Communications and Information Technology Rekha Sharma honoured female film artists in recognition of their contributions to Nepali film sector.

Entertainment 07 Mar, 2024

Taylor Swift struck a deal with Singapore not to perform in any other Southeast Asian country

Taylor Swift struck a deal with Singapore not to perform in any other Southeast Asian...

Swift’s representative did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Swift’s representative did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Entertainment 05 Mar, 2024

'Dune: Part Two' brings spice power to the box office with $81.5 million debut

'Dune: Part Two' brings spice power to the box office with $81.5 million debut

Movie theaters were looking for a savior and “ Dune: Part Two ” is delivering on the promise. Armed with sandworms, big screen spectacle and the star power of Timothée Chalamet, Denis Villeneuve ’s science fiction epic stormed the North American box office this weekend earning $81.5 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.

Movie theaters were looking for a savior and “ Dune: Part Two ” is delivering on the promise. Armed with sandworms, big screen spectacle and the star power of Timothée Chalamet, Denis Villeneuve ’s science fiction epic stormed the North American box office this weekend earning $81.5 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.

Entertainment 04 Mar, 2024

India's richest man is bringing Rihanna and 1,200 guests to a pre-wedding bash for his son

India's richest man is bringing Rihanna and 1,200 guests to a pre-wedding bash for...

It could be the biggest party this small west Indian city has ever seen. As billionaire industrialist Mukesh Ambani prepares for the wedding of his young son this summer, he's expecting billionaires from around the world, heads of state, and Hollywood and Bollywood royalty to attend a three-day bash in the family's hometown, starting Friday.

It could be the biggest party this small west Indian city has ever seen. As billionaire industrialist Mukesh Ambani prepares for the wedding of his young son this summer, he's expecting billionaires from around the world, heads of state, and Hollywood and Bollywood royalty to attend a three-day bash in the family's hometown, starting Friday.

Entertainment 01 Mar, 2024