Film news: Talk show host Stephen Colbert to co-write next “Lord of the Rings” movie
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is set to come to an end on May 21, but the…
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K-pop news: HYBE shares drop by 15% as BTS comeback concert turnout falls short
Shares in HYBE, the company behind K-pop boy group BTS, have fallen sharply following a much lower number…
BTS to perform at highly-anticipated comeback concert in Seoul
K-pop group BTS is set to stage its long-awaited comeback concert this Saturday at Seoul’s Gwanghwamun Square, marking…
Sony removes 135,000 deepfakes of artists’ music from streaming platforms
Music giant Sony Music has announced that it has requested the removal of more than 135,000 deepfake songs…
Coldplay Kiss Cam: Kristin Cabot breaks her silence in Oprah Winfrey interview
Kristin Cabot, the former HR executive who went viral in 2025 following a Coldplay concert kiss cam moment,…
Entertainment news: Dr Dre is officially a billionaire, according to Forbes
Producer and music executive Dr Dre has finally crossed a net worth of $1 billion, making it to…
Meghan Markle’s lifestyle brand ends partnership with Netflix after a year
The Duchess of Sussex’s lifestyle brand, As ever, has ended its partnership with Netflix, according to a statement…
Netflix acquires Ben Affleck’s AI film-tech firm
Netflix announced on Thursday that it has bought InterPositive, a filmmaking technology company founded by actor Ben Affleck…
AI actress Tilly Norwood to expand after Amazon executive hired to produce Tillyverse
The studio behind Tilly Norwood, Xicoia, has hired Amazon executive Mark Whelan to become the “leading architect of…
GBV awareness: Zara Larsson reveals why she doesn’t listen to Chris Brown
Pop star Zara Larsson has shared that Chris Brown won’t be found in her playlist in a recent…
BAFTA controversy: Jury member quits due to handling of Tourette’s tic incident
A BAFTA jury member has announced that he will be stepping down from his role in the organisation…
BBC issues apology for airing racial slur heard by guest with Tourette’s at Baftas
The BBC has apologised for airing a racial slur from its Bafta Film Awards coverage after a guest…
Film news: Bad Bunny to make lead acting debut in ‘Porto Rico’ alongside Javier Bardem
Bad Bunny is set to take on his first lead acting role, starring in a film titled Porto…
BBC to honour Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday with special programming
The BBC has announced that Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday will be celebrated on May 8 with a…
Film news: ‘Wicked’ star Cynthia Erivo addresses Ariana Grande relationship rumours, confirms platonic friendship
In a recent interview, “Wicked” actress Cynthia Erivo discussed her friendship with co-star Ariana Grande, finally smashing rumours…
Britney Spears sells her music catalogue amid industry exit rumours
Pop superstar Britney Spears has reportedly sold her entire music catalogue to an independent music publishing company on…
Serena Williams appears in Super Bowl weight loss advertisement, sparks controversy
Tennis superstar Serena Williams made her second consecutive appearance at the Super Bowl - following her cameo “Crip…
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ stars to perform at BAFTAs in first international live show
The singing stars behind KPop Demon Hunters’ biggest hit, “Golden”, are set to perform at the BAFTAs later…
Music news: Kendrick Lamar breaks record as most Grammy-awarded rapper, beats Jay-Z
Rapper Kendrick Lamar has officially broken Jay-Z’s record as the most-awarded rapper in the event’s history after bagging…
‘Silenced’: Amber Heard features in new documentary, speaks out about Johnny Depp trial
In a rare interview, actress Amber Heard has finally spoken out about the aftermath of her 2022 defamation…
Entertainment and media industry suffered over 17,000 job losses in 2025
The entertainment industry has had an eventful year, but most worrying is the fact that over 17,000 jobs…
George Clooney and family are officially citizens of France
George Clooney, his wife Amal Clooney and their eight-year-old twins officially became French citizens after Christmas day, following…
International Padel Federation introduces new “Star Point” scoring system as innovative solution
A milestone initiative is set to launch in 2026 as the International Padel Federation (FIP) introduces the “Star…
Music news: K-pop giant HYBE announces Tyla management partnership, expands into African music market
South African musical sensation Tyla is set to become the first African artist supported under HYBE’s new expansion…