Wrapping up the week? Here's your essential entertainment rundown!
There are a plethora of updates from the world of entertainment this week so without any further ado let's get started! The visually stunning trailer for 'Kannappa,' a promising mythological adventure, was released this week. HBO confirmed that 'The Last of Us' season 2 will be hitting screens on April 13, continuing Joel and Ellie's intense journey. Meanwhile, Netflix is expanding its regional content with the Tamil sports drama 'Test,' starring R. Madhavan and Nayanthara.The streaming giant is also gearing up for a screen adaptation of 'The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo,' with Selena Gomez reportedly considered as the top contender for the titular role. Speaking of Selena Gomez, Only Murders in the Building has officially begun production and we cannot wait for the new season! Charlie XCX might just be our next 'White Witch' in Greta Gerwig'sChronicles of Narnia.
Read about all of this and more that happened through the week!
Vishnu Manchu starrer 'Kannappa' trailer released
Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, this epic film features Vishnu Manchu in the lead role. The film boasts a star-studded cast, including appearances by prominent actors such as Prabhas, Mohanlal, Akshay Kumar, Kajal Agarwal and Mohan Babu. The movie is set to release on April 25, 2025. The teasers have given a glimpse of the movie's grand scale and mythological themes.
Saurav Ganguly is set for a potential cameo in 'Khakee: The Bengal Chapter'
Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly is set to make a surprising leap from the cricket pitch to the screen, venturing into acting with a cameo in the upcoming series, 'Khakee: The Bengal Chapter .' While details about his role remain under wraps, his presence is expected to add significant intrigue and local flavor to the series, which is set against the backdrop of West Bengal.
Only Murders in the Building season 5 is now in production
'Only Murders in the Building' fans rejoice! Production for the highly anticipated fifth season has officially commenced, bringing back the beloved trio of Charles-Haden Savage, Oliver Putnam, and Mabel Mora, portrayed by Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez, respectively. With the core cast returning, viewers can expect another round of compelling podcasting and amateur sleuthing, as the trio delves into a new and undoubtedly a complex case.
The official poster for 'Phule,' starring Patralekha and Pratik Gandhi unveiled
The highly anticipated biopic 'Phule,' starring Pratik Gandhi and Patralekhaa, is set to premiere on April 11, 2025. This release date holds significance as it coincides with the 197th birth anniversary of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule. The film, directed by Ananth Mahadevan, aims to bring to life the remarkable story of Jyotirao and Savitribai Phule, the pioneering social reformers who championed education and equality in 19th-century India.
Netflix's first Tamil original series 'Test' starring R. Madhavan, Siddharth and Nayanthara to release on April 4
‘Test’ is an upcoming Tamil sports drama set to premiere on Netflix on April 4, 2025. This film marks the directorial debut of Sashikanth and boasts a star-studded cast featuring Madhavan, Siddharth, and Nayanthara. Revolving around the high-stakes world of cricket, the movie specifically focuses on the challenges and triumphs associated with Test cricket, promising an engaging and dramatic narrative.
The newly released trailer for 'A Nice Indian Boy' offers a glimpse into a heartwarming and culturally rich romantic comedy. Directed by Roshan Sethi, the film stars Karan Soni as Naveen, an introverted doctor, who brings his fiancé, Jay, played by Jonathan Groff, home to meet his traditional Indian family. Adapted from Madhuri Shekar's play, the film promises to explore themes of love, acceptance, and family dynamics with both humor and sincerity.
Netflix drops the trailer for 'Khakee: The Bengal Chapter'
The trailer for 'Khakee: The Bengal Chapter,' has sparked considerable excitement amongst the fans, promising a compelling continuation of the series.This new season shifts the action to West Bengal, presenting a fresh storyline of intense conflict between police and formidable criminal forces.The trailer reveals glimpses of the cast, including Jitendra Kumar who will play a prominent character, though specific character details are still being kept under wraps. The series is set to premiere on Netflix on March 20.
Netflix is set to adapt 'The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo' with Selena Gomez in the lead
The highly anticipated Netflix adaptation of Taylor Jenkins Reid's 'The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo' continues to generate significant buzz, particularly regarding its casting. Among the many names circulating, Selena Gomez has been rumored to be a potential contender for the iconic role of Evelyn Hugo. We're rather intrigued to see how this one unfolds on-screen!
'Mid-Century Modern,' is scheduled to premiere on March 28 on JioHotstar
Hulu's highly anticipated comedy series, 'Mid-Century Modern,' is set to premiere on March 28, 2025 on JioHotstar. Bringing a blend of humor and heart to viewers. Created by Max Mutchnick and David Kohan, and with Ryan Murphy as an executive producer, the show centers on three gay best friends who decide to spend their golden years together in Palm Springs after an unexpected death. The stellar cast features Nathan Lane as BunnySchneiderman, Matt Bomer as Jerry Frank, and Nathan Lee Graham as Arthur Broussard, with Linda Lavin portraying Bunny's mother, Sybil Schneiderman, in her final acting role.
Charli XCX is rumored to be considered as the top choice for 'The White Witch' in the new Narnia movie
Greta Gerwig's 'Chronicles of Narnia' may feature Charli XCX as The White Witch, according to recent reports. The pop star is rumored to be a frontrunner for the role. The iconic role was previously played by Tilda Swinton so if the rumors are true, Charlie has rather big shoes to fill!
HBO's 'The Last of Us' Season 2 will premiere on April 13
HBO has confirmed that the highly anticipated second season of its critically acclaimed adaptation of 'The Last of Us' will premiere on April 13. The series, starring Pedro Pascal as Joel Miller and Bella Ramsey as Ellie Williams, will continue the harrowing journey through a post-apocalyptic America. To mark the announcement, HBO released three striking new character posters, featuring Joel, Ellie, and the introduction of a key new character, Abby.
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