Hollywood star Cameron Diaz, who recently returned to the screen in 'Back in Action' following a 10-year hiatus, is open to working in the sequel to 'The Mask'. The actress landed her first role as Tina Carlyle in the 1994 superhero comedy and she'd happily play the character again, so long as Jim Carrey was on board to play Stanley Ipkiss and his titular alter ego, reports ‘Female First UK’. When asked about a potential sequel, she told 'Access Hollywood', “If Jim’s on board, I mean, I’ve been riding those coattails from day one”. As per ‘Female First UK’, the actress also admitted she'd be keen to make another 'Charlie's Angels' film with Lucy Liu and Drew Barrymre. She said, “It would be amazing. It would be really amazing”. Her 'Back in Action' co-star Jamie Foxx then said he would be happy to "throw my hat in the ring" to play John, the character portrayed by Bill Murray in the 2000 movie. Cameron replied, “I’m gonna text (Lucy) right now and pitch her Jamie as Bosley”. Last month, 'Dumb and Dumber' star Jim admitted he would make a sequel to 'The Mask' if he was approached with the right story. He told Comicbook.com, “Oh gosh, you know, it has to be the right idea. If somebody had the right idea, I guess… It’s not really about the money. I joke about the money… But I never know. You can’t be definite about these things. I said I’d like to retire, but I think I was talking more about power-resting. Because as soon as a good idea comes your way, or a group of people that you really enjoyed working with and stuff, it just — things tend to change”. Meanwhile, the 'Holiday' actress recently insisted she will never make another rom-com. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
20 January,2025 10:57 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSIf you thought that Hollywood actor Rami Malek couldn’t surpass the level of being a chameleon by perfectly internalising music legend Freddie Mercury in the biopic ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’, then him being mistaken for a criminal will shake your belief. The actor was once "thrown on the bonnet of an Los Angeles Police Department cop car" after he was mistaken for a criminal, reports ‘Female First UK’. The 43-year-old actor still has vivid memories of being stopped by police officers on the streets of Los Angeles during his younger years. Rami told the Guardian newspaper, "I got thrown on the bonnet of an LAPD cop car because someone had robbed a liquor store and stolen a woman’s bag. They said the (thief) was of Latin descent and, ‘You fit the description’. I remember how hot that engine was, they must have been racing over there and it was almost burning my hands”. He further mentioned, “My friend, who was Caucasian, was clever enough to go, ‘Actually, sir, he’s Egyptian. Not Latin’. I remember laughing in the cop car, thinking, ‘OK, this is a very precarious situation. I may well be going to jail for something I’ve not done’”. As per ‘Female First UK’, Rami was born in California to Egyptian parents and he now appreciates the sacrifices his parents made for him after arriving in America. The 'Oppenheimer' star explained, "The school system in Los Angeles was not great. She would handwrite these long letters in blue fountain pen explaining our situation. She’d say, ‘I’m going to give my kids every opportunity possible’. I would hear stories about her being pregnant with my brother and me, and taking three buses, three different buses, to get to work and back”. Rami previously admitted that he struggled to fit in during his childhood. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
20 January,2025 10:45 AM IST | Los Angeles | IANSDirector Leigh Whannell admitted that he is so content with the climax of 2020's 'Invisible Man' that he doesn't want to make its sequel despite its potential success at the box office, reported The Hollywood Reporter. Whannell who is a co-creator of the 'Saw' franchise said that he understands the excitement of the studios to push for the sequel but as an artist, he feels no need to go forward with the project. "I can't imagine glueing more story onto [The Invisible Man]. I was so happy with Invisible Man's ending that I just don't feel the artistic need to go forward with it," Whannell admits. "The studio might look at that and say, 'Well, we feel like it should keep going because we want to make more money.' But on an artistic level, I'm like, 'That's a nice closed door there. Let's just leave it closed." added Whannell as quoted by The Hollywood Reporter. Loosely based on HG Well's 18987 novel, the film is a reboot of the 1933 film of the same name. It starred Elisabeth Moss in the lead roles. Aldis Hodge, Storm Reid and Harriet Dyer in the supporting roles. It stars Julia Garner and formerly had Ryan Gosling linked to the starring role, is produced by Blumhouse and Motel Movies. Meanwhile, the director Leigh Whannell is currently garnering appreciation for his film 'Wolf Man' which was released in theatres on January 17. The film that reimagines the iconic Universal monster is produced by Jason Blum, with executive producers Mel Turner, Bea Sequeira, Ken Kao, Whannell, and Gosling. The plot follows a family man seeking to protect his wife and daughter from a werewolf, only to become infected and slowly transform into a creature. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
19 January,2025 10:31 PM IST | Washington | ANIIndia’s leading pop icon, Jasleen Royal took the stage as the only Indian act opening Coldplay’s critically acclaimed Music of the Spheres World Tour in India, delivering a performance that was powerful, soulful and magical! She commanded the stage with a performance filled with her dreamy vocals, and unmatched charisma. In addition, Jasleen Royal and Chris Martin shared the stage for a rendition of “We Pray” which had the entire stadium sing along with them. Jasleen Royal sings her chartbusters Jasleen’s entrance was magnetic, immediately drawing the crowd in with her soulful voice and infectious energy and her opening song - Love You Zindagi. Her performance wasn’t just a musical showcase—it was an emotional journey that had fans singing along and cheering at every note. Jasleen’s set included her chart-topping hits like Sahiba, Kho Gaye Hum Kaha, Heeriye, Ranjha, and many more. The singer also sang the song 'We Pray' with Chris Martin on the keyboard. Take a look at the video: We Pray featuring Jasleen Royal, Shone and the love choir🔥🔥🔥🔥 (Jasleen sang the second verse twice because it was amazing and Chris loved it ( it was just written a day before the concert!) #ColdplayMumbai pic.twitter.com/4zy6odpgZ3 — shreya🌙 (@shreyarealone) January 19, 2025 Jasleen’s journey as a girl from Ludhiana to a self-made artist redefining Indian pop, and becoming the first Indian pop icon to open for Coldplay for their globally acclaimed Music of the Spheres World Tour is nothing short of extraordinary. Her ability to redefine Indian pop while maintaining an authentic and relatable connection with her fans has positioned her as a force to be reckoned with on the global stage. Her performance tonight further solidified her status as a game-changer in the music industry. Chris Martin says Jai Shri Ram The band performed as part of the Music of the Spheres Tour, and during their first show in the city, Chris Martin was seen speaking in Hindi, making the audience go crazy. In the video, which is now setting the internet on fire, Chris was seen speaking in Hindi and saying that he is very happy to be in Mumbai. In the video that is going viral, Chris Martin was heard saying, "Mumbai mein aakar humko bohot khushi ho rahi hai" (I am very happy to be in Mumbai). As this happened, the audience was seen going crazy, cheering at the top of their voices. Another video of Chris talking to the fans is making the internet go gaga. In the clip, Chris was seen chanting, "Jai Shree Ram."
19 January,2025 11:17 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentColdplay singer Chris Martin and 'Fifty Shades of Grey' actress Dakota Johnson are currently in India. Recently, the diva was seen seeking blessings at the famous Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai. While Martin accompanied Johnson before the concert, she was later seen in the company of actresses Sonali Bendre and Gayatri Joshi. Dakota Johnson's Mumbai darshan with Gayatri Joshi and Sonali Bendre In the video doing rounds on social media, the 'Madame Web' actress was seen covered in a saffron veil, a crucial symbol of the Hindu culture. She was flanked by Sonali and Gayatri who also had saffron scarf on them post their visit to Siddhivinayak temple Dakota Johnson was seen at Siddhivinayak Temple today, 18, in Mumbai, India. pic.twitter.com/gIkBu59nlu — Dakota Johnson Updates (@dakotaj_updates) January 18, 2025 Dakota Johnson also visited the Sabyasachi store in Mumbai with Gayatri and Sonali. The pictures of the trio's visit was shared by the designer label's official Instagram handle. Prior to this, Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson prayed at the iconic Shri Babulnath Temple in Mumbai. Embracing the Indian customs, the actress was seen looking gorgeous in a printed cotton suit with a dupatta draped over her head. On the other hand, the musician opted for a pastel blue kurta, paired with a sacred Rudraksha mala. During their visit to the temple, Dakota Johnson was seen whispering a prayer into Nandi's ear. It is believed that if one whispers their wishes in Nandi's ears they tend to come true. Following their temple visit, Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson were seen oozing charm in casual attires. While the singer went for black pants, paired with white sneakers, and a graphic baseball cap, the actress was seen donning a black tank midi dress paired with sneakers and a sweater tied at her waist. Their recent visit to India has also put to rest the rumors that Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson had parted ways after being together for several years. For the unversed, these two have been together since 2017. They were even seen stepping out of the Babulnath Temple holding hands. Meanwhile, speculations of a split between the lovebirds have been doing rounds for some time now. Back in early 2024, speculation was rift that the couple had undergone a secret breakup. Meanwhile, another set of reports pointed towards a long-standing engagement. Dakota Johnson’s representatives repeatedly denied any such claims, whereas Chris Martin stressed the importance of maintaining privacy in one's romantic life during an interview.
19 January,2025 10:39 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentCongratulations are in order for Hollywood heartthrob Henry Cavill and his partner Natalie Viscuso, as they have officially welcomed their little bundle of joy into the world! The Superman actor has become a father after welcoming his first child with his girlfriend. The couple has embarked on an exciting new chapter in their lives as they proudly take on their new roles as parents. While no additional details regarding the baby's name, gender, or birth date have been revealed, the couple was spotted in Australia on January 18, pushing a baby stroller, as per People magazine. The couple were spotted enjoying a family outing in the country, where the actor is currently filming the live-action 'Voltron' movie. When Cavill announced he is expecting his first child Cavill first shared the news of their growing family back in April 2024. Speaking at 'The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare' premiere in New York City, he expressed his excitement about becoming a father. "I'm very excited about it. Natalie and I are both very excited about it. I'm sure you'll see much more of that," Cavill told during an interview, according to People magazine. The actor also marked Father's Day later that year with an Instagram post seeking advice from his followers on parenting, while showcasing his enthusiasm and readiness for this new chapter of life. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Henry Cavill (@henrycavill) Cavill and Viscuso, a producer at Vertigo Entertainment, made their relationship public in April 2021. View this post on Instagram A post shared by N a t a l i e (@nviscuso) Sharing a playful moment on Instagram, Viscuso posted a photo of the two playing chess, humorously captioning it, "Just teaching my dear Henry how to play some chess...or...maybe he let me win." Who is Natalie Viscuso? In 2005, Viscuso featured on season 1 of MTV's My Super Sweet 16. A description of the episode featuring her read, "At 15 years old, Natalie is now living in a $5 million house and cruising around town in her dad's Bentleys and Ferraris. What more could she want? How about being the most popular girl at school?" On the episode, Viscuso was described as hailing from "sleepy Roswell, NM," but moved to La Jolla, California, with her father and his then-fiancé. She graduated in 2011 with a bachelor's degree from the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts, where she was also involved in extracurricular activities and received academic honors. Viscuso is the vice president at Roy Lee's Vertigo Entertainment, a Los Angeles-based production company behind Prime Video's Them: Covenant. "Genre storytelling has been the beating heart of who I am ever since I was a child. I feel incredibly fortunate to be able to translate that passion into a career and to have done so with some of the best in the business," she wrote on Instagram after news of her new position broke. Previously, she was the vice president of television and digital studios at Legendary Entertainment. Legendary was one of the companies that produced Cavill's films Man of Steel (2013) and Enola Holmes (2020). She previously worked in the scripted television departments at the Weinstein Company and ITV Studios.
19 January,2025 09:03 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBrad Pitt's team has issued a response in connection to a viral case of a French woman who was duped of 850K USD by a scammer using AI. The woman named Anne is a fan of Brad Pitt, reported The Hollywood Reporter. Pitt's reps condemned the scammers for taking advantage of the strong connection between the fans and celebrities after they conned the French woman by pretending to be actor Brad Pitt with the help of AI. "It's awful that scammers take advantage of fans' strong connection with celebrities, but this is an important reminder to not respond to unsolicited online outreach, especially from actors who have no social media presence," said a statement by the actor's spokesperson. The 53-year-old French woman, named Anne, revealed that she was conned after being convinced she was in a long-term relationship with the 'F1' star. The scammer allegedly used AI technology to impersonate Pitt, sending personalized photos and messages to the woman. Anne was convinced to send nearly 1 million USD for cancer treatment, with "Pitt" claiming he was unable to access his bank accounts due to his divorce from Angelina Jolie. The scammer even sent AI-generated images of Pitt in the hospital to help convince Anne to send the money. Anne reportedly eventually realized she had been conned when she saw photos of Pitt out on the town with girlfriend Ines de Ramon. Anne told her story on an episode of a French TV show. "At first I said to myself that it was fake, that it's ridiculous," Anne said. "But I'm not used to social media and I didn't really understand what was happening to me. I ask myself why they chose me to do such harm like this? I've never harmed anyone. These people deserve hell," she said, according to The Hollywood Reporter. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
19 January,2025 08:29 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIThe grand night is here! Coldplay performed their first live show in Mumbai today at the DY Patil Stadium. As expected, the show was as big as it could be. The band performed as part of the Music of the Spheres Tour, and during their first show in the city, Chris Martin was seen speaking in Hindi, making the audience go crazy. In the video, which is now setting the internet on fire, Chris was seen speaking in Hindi and saying that he is very happy to be in Mumbai. Chris Martin says 'Jay Shree Ram' In the video that is going viral, Chris Martin was heard saying, "Mumbai mein aakar humko bohot khushi ho rahi hai" (I am very happy to be in Mumbai). As this happened, the audience was seen going crazy, cheering at the top of their voices. Another video of Chris talking to the fans is making the internet go gaga. In the clip, Chris was seen chanting, "Jai Shree Ram." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Ride the Exclusive Coldplay Train Coldplay’s Mumbai leg of the tour is all about convenience and eco-friendliness, so skip the traffic and hop on the exclusive train for Coldplay attendees, thanks to BookMyShow Live! The train connects the western, central, and harbor lines, making stops at popular locations like Goregaon, Andheri, Bandra, Chembur, Jui Nagar, and Nerul for just Rs. 500 (round trip) on BookMyShow. BookMyShow Live has also partnered with Cityflo to provide private buses from Goregaon, South Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, and Thane through the Cityflo app, ensuring you can get to the venue stress-free. The concert is already going to be out of this world – now, getting there is too! Sustainability Takes Center Stage From free hydration stations offering reusable rice husk cups to recyclable LED wristbands, Coldplay and BookMyShow Live are making sustainability cool. Return your wristbands at collection boxes near the exits and take home moongoggles as a keepsake. Let’s set a global record, India – 100% wristband returns! With today’s concert coming to an end, the band will perform in the city on January 19th and 21st, 2025, at the D.Y. Patil Sports Stadium.
18 January,2025 11:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentExcitement among music lovers has reached new heights as popular rock band Coldplay landed in Mumbai on Thursday for their much-awaited concert. Ahead of their gig this weekend, the band's lead singer Chris Martin, and his actor-girlfriend Dakota Johnson visited Shri Babulnath Temple to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. As Chris left the temple premises, a little fan asked him for concert tickets. Here's how the singer reacted. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Chris Martin, Dakota Johnson visit Shri Babulnath Temple Chris Martin wore a blue kurta while Dakota Johnson looked bespoke in a printed salwar suit. She even whispered into the ears of Nandi, the bull of Lord Shiva, conveying her prayers, secrets, and wishes to the deity. Watch the video below. Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin at the Babulnath Temple in Mumbai, India. #DakotaJohnson pic.twitter.com/9GtD3zFDoC — The X Front (@TheXFront) January 17, 2025 🎥| Nuevo video de Dakota Johnson y Chris Martin en el templo hindú Shri Babulnath hoy, 17, en Mumbai, India. Divesh Patel | Instagram Stories. pic.twitter.com/V7m9RlgGHi — Dakota Johnson Argentina (@DakoholicsArg) January 17, 2025 About Coldplay’s Mumbai concert Coldplay is all set to enthrall the audience in Mumbai with their gig, part of their 'Music of the Spheres' tour. The band will perform in Mumbai for three days at DY Patil Sports Stadium: January 18, January 19, and January 21. Before Coldplay takes the stage, the audience will have the chance to enjoy live performances by Shone, Elyanna, and Jasleen Royal. The Indian tour of Coldplay, organized by BookMyShow Live, doesn't end here. The band will also perform at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium on January 25 and January 26. After their India tour, the band will kick off their Hong Kong tour in April. In the same month, they'll also perform in South Korea. Coldplay, the British rock band, consists of vocalist and pianist Chris Martin, guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman, drummer and percussionist Will Champion, and manager Phil Harvey. This is the second time that Coldplay will be performing in India, they last visited the country in 2016 when they performed in Mumbai as a part of the Global Citizen Festival. Coldplay’s Music Of The Spheres World Tour Since kicking off in March 2022, the Music Of The Spheres World Tour has sold over 10 million tickets across Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand, making it the most highly attended tour by a group of all time. The set list for the band includes tracks like ‘Yellow’, ‘The Scientist’, ‘Clocks’, ‘Fix You’, ‘Viva La Vida’, ‘Paradise’, ‘A Sky Full Of Stars’ and ‘Adventure Of A Lifetime’ into the spectacular stadium show bursting with lasers, fireworks, and LED wristbands.
18 January,2025 12:02 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentHollywood star Jessica Alba has announced her divorce from husband of 16 years, Cash Warren. The actor, 43, shared the news in a statement posted on Instagram. “I’ve been on a journey of self realisation and transformation for years—both as an individual and in partnership with Cash. I’m proud of how we’ve grown as a couple and in our marriage over the last 20 years and it’s now time for us to embark on a new chapter of growth and evolution as individuals,” Alba said. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jessica Alba (@jessicaalba) Alba and Warren tied the knot in 2008 and are parents to three children—daughters Honor, 16 and Haven, 13, as well as seven-year-old son Hayes. “We are moving forward with love and kindness and respect for each other and will forever be family. Our children remain our highest priority and we request privacy at this time,” Alba added. The star’s statement came days after it was reported in American media that she and Warren had already separated and were planning to divorce. As per reports, the duo had faced a few challenges throughout their marriage. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
18 January,2025 07:58 AM IST | Mumbai | AgenciesIt Ends With Us actor-director Justin Baldoni has sued his co-star Blake Lively and her husband-actor Ryan Reynolds, for defamation and extortion in the latest move in a bitter legal battle surrounding the dark romantic drama. The suit filed in federal court in New York by Baldoni and production company Wayfarer Studios seeks at least $400 million for damages that include lost future income. It alleges that Lively and Reynolds hijacked the production and marketing of It Ends With Us and manipulated media to smear Baldoni with false allegations of sexual and other harassment. “This is a case about two of the most powerful stars in the world deploying their enormous power to steal a film right out of the hands of its director and production studio. Then, when Lively and Reynolds’ efforts failed to win them the acclaim they believed they deserved, they turned their fury on a chosen scapegoat,” the suit read. The lawsuit comes two weeks after Lively sued Baldoni and others tied to the film, alleging they retaliated against her for coming forward about her treatment on the set. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
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