Box Office: ‘Hunger Games’ Prequel Lands on Top With $44 Million, ‘The Marvels’ Collapses With Historic 79% Drop

Beyoncé’s ‘Renaissance‘ concert film has suffered a sharp drop at the US box office over a week after its release.Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé – which documents the singer’s recent tour of the same name – initially topped the US domestic box office following its release on December 1.However, the film has now fallen to fifth place after earning $5million (£3.98million) in its second weekend, a 77 per cent drop, taking its total US haul to $28million (£22million), and $33million (£26million) globally.It comes after Renaissance initially stormed the US box office, taking in $21million (£16million) in North America in its opening weekend. However, it fell short of Taylor Swift‘s recent Eras Tour film, which made $92.8million (£73.9million) in its opening weekend and took $250million (£199million) globally across its run.Beyoncé partnered with AMC Theatres to distribute the film, much like Swift, meaning each will reportedly earn 50 per cent of ticket sales.

Steam release The Day Before has launched to over 10,000 negative reviews decrying the quality of the game.The Day Before launched on December 7 following a series of delays. Throughout the pre-release period, the title has been accused of being an asset flip, with developer Fntastic disputing these claims.“Please don’t accuse us of asset flip; that’s not true also.

Taylor Swift as Travis Kelce’s “wife” during a game this weekend, before quickly correcting himself.The pop star was spectating at boyfriend Kelce’s Kansas City Chiefs game against the Buffalo Bills at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri on Sunday (December 10) when Tony Romo made the slip up.“As you see Kelce’s wife, Taylor Swift, in the audience,” said Romo when the camera panned onto her, before swiftly correcting his mistake, “I’m sorry, girlfriend.” His co-commentator joked: “Not yet.”“As you see Kelce’s wife, Taylor Swift in the audience.” -Announcer Whoaaaaa, slow down Tony Romo, don’t get them married off just yet!!

Doja Cat has been announced as the third headliner for the 2024 edition of Open’er Festival.Set to run between July 3 and July 6, 2024, next year’s instalment of the festival will return to the site at Gdynia-Kosakowo Airport in Gdynia, Poland, and will see headline performances from Foo Fighters and Dua Lipa.Now, Doja Cat has also been added to the bill for 2024, and has been confirmed as the third headliner to be locked in for the event.The upcoming slot will mark the singer’s first performance at the long-running Polish festival since she released her hit album ‘Scarlet’ earlier this year, and also comes following her having to withdraw from the 2022 bill due to health issues.She will appear on the penultimate day of the event (July 5), and is set to perform fan favourites such as ‘Kiss Me More’, ‘Paint The Town Red’ and ‘Agora Hills’ on the Orange Main Stage that night.Tickets for Open’er Festival 2024 are available now and on sale until June 10. Visit here to buy yours.As previously mentioned, the announcement that Doja Cat will be performing at Open’er Festival comes following the release of her highly-anticipated fourth album ‘Scarlet’, which arrived back in September.The album was given a three-star review from NME, who described it as containing “nothing [that] mimics the blissful disco sound of her Luke-produced breakthrough song ‘Say So’,” but instead as “a much tougher affair that repositions Doja as a rapper first and singer second”.It also arrives as the singer recently shared details of a European and UK leg of her ongoing ‘Scarlet Tour’, which is currently underway in North America.

Ekkstacy has compiled an exclusive playlist to accompany this week’s NME Cover story.The Vancouver native features on The Cover this week (December 11) as we renew our commitment to supporting emerging talent across the globe on a weekly basis. Every week, a rising artist will feature on The Cover, and the full interview with Ekkstacy can be read here.To celebrate, Ekkstacy – born Khyree Zienty – has curated a playlist inspired titled ‘Songs To Listen To While Conquering The Underworld’, which features tracks from Bring Me The Horizon, Sworn In, Dystopia and more.

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! runner-up Tony Bellew issued some stern advice to his jungle pal Sam Thompson, who was crowned King of the Jungle 2023. Tony, 41, a former professional boxer, struck up an unlikely friendship with ex Made in Chelsea star Sam, 31, during their time Down Under in the wilderness.

Imelda Staunton is one of Britain's finest acting talents and continues to enjoy an illustrious career which has seen her take on iconic roles in everything from Harry Potter to Downton Abbey. And now, fresh from her role as the late Queen Elizabeth in the final two series of Netflix's The Crown, the actress is set to take on a new challenge as she is relegated from royalty to play the role of crazy aunt in a Brassic Christmas special. Imelda has spoken excitedly about her new role and even joked about continually working with actor Dominic West, after recently playing mother and son in series five and six of the hit royal series.

Strictly Come Dancing star Shirley Ballas shares a close bond with her niece, Mary.The head judge raised her niece from the age of 10 after her father, Shirley’s brother David, took his own life at the age of 44, and Mary’s mother died shortly afterwards. Mary, who is a healthcare scientist. has a low-key presence on social media, but Shirley often gives a peek inside their close relationship.

The combined Disney+ Hulu app will leapfrog Netflix on both popularity and volume in the U.S., according to a report from Ampere Analysis.

K.J. Yossman Aimee Lou Wood and David Morrissey have been tapped for the lead roles in new BBC Studios comedy “Daddy Issues.” Wood is best known for her turns in “Sex Education” and “Living” (the latter opposite Bill Nighy) while Morrissey has starred in “The Walking Dead,” where he played The Governor, and James Graham’s series “Sherwood.” The duo are now set to play daughter and father in “Daddy Issues,” which follows the story of hard-partying Gemma (Wood), who lives for the weekend when she gets down to let down her hair in Manchester.

We have no idea why this happened with Michelle Trachtenberg or Elle King! Oh well. Not sad. Just confused! This and much more on our latest Patreon EXCLUSIVE show! CLICK HERE to listen to the newest episode of The Perez Hilton Podcast with Chris Booker in full at Patreon.com/PerezHilton

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Taylor Swift is back in the stands to cheer on her man!

Joe Manganiello and Caitlin O’Connor are official!

Travis Kelce and Kayla Nicole may not be on the best of terms, but Jackson Mahomes doesn’t seem to mind!

Anna “Chickadee” Cardwell has sadly passed away.

From Perez: “I have been to thousands of concerts. And THIS ONE will forever remain one of my favorites ever! This moment specifically, from @KylieMinogue’s Las Vegas residency at @VenetianVegas’ @VoltaireLV, is an instant highlight of my life! I was obviously aware of Kylie Minogue growing up, but it was this song – “Spinning Around”, released in 2000 – that really got me into her entire body of work. Recently graduated from NYU and a voracious lover of music, I went to the old Tower Records on Broadway and 4th and bought all her old albums. Plus, I became obsessed with “Light Years”. Her music has since been a constant in my life. She and her songs bring me joy. Pure joy! Kylie has the best quality control! Consistency queen!! Greatness and nothing but greatness. Every time! She doesn’t miss! And, I’ve been fortunate enough to see her in concert many times – from San Francisco and Los Angeles to Boston and New York. But seeing her so intimately in Vegas – what a treat! A true blessing for all us hardcore Kylie fans! And she is having the time of her life on that stage! I would go to every single one of the shows, if I could. And I’m not even kidding! “

Alana “Honey Boo Boo” Thompson is remembering her late sister.

So nice Perez went twice! Back for another magical evening enjoying @KylieMinogue’s Las Vegas residency at @VenetianVegas’ @VoltaireLV. And hopefully I can go back for even more!!!! It’s THAT GOOD!!!!!!

The Libertines have debuted new songs from their highly-anticipated upcoming album, ‘All Quiet On The Eastern Esplanade’, over the weekend at an intimate gigs in Margate. The concerts took place on Saturday and Sunday (December 9 and 10) at the 500-capacity Lido Cliff Bar in Margate.

SZA has revealed six variations of the cover art for ‘Lana’, the deluxe version of her latest album ‘SOS‘.The R&B singer released her chart-topping album on December 9, 2022, and announced back in September of this year that the deluxe edition would be called ‘Lana’.SZA, whose real name is Solána Rowe, teased six different versions o the cover art early today (December 11), three of which features her amongst farm animals wearing the blue American football-style jersey she wears on the original ‘SOS’ cover art and also featured throughout her recent tour.In another cover, the singer wears all white and sits on a fold up chair, while the other variations capture her inside a tent alongside a final picture of her adorned with a headdress made of foliage while wearing leafy bikini bottoms.The artist previously said that the deluxe release would be like “a whole ‘nother album” that will feature “7-10 songs”.Check out the cover variations below.A post shared by SZA (@sza)A post shared by SZA (@sza)A post shared by SZA (@sza)A post shared by SZA (@sza)A post shared by SZA (@sza)A post shared by SZA (@sza)In a separate Instagram post yesterday (December 10) proceeding the ‘Lana’ teasers, SZA reflected on the anniversary of the release of second studio album ‘SOS’.“A day late but Happy 1 year anniversary to an album that is ACTIVELY CHANGING MY LIFE .. like rn currently changing my life,” she wrote.“I haven’t processed this year AT ALL cause it’s still happening ..

Slash, ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons and Myles Kennedy have covered Lynyrd Skynyrd’s ‘Simple Man’ with Warren Haynes’ band Gov’t Mule at Haynes’ 2023 Christmas Jam.On Saturday (December 9), Slash, Gibbons and Kennedy joined Haynes’ band for the nearly 10-minute rendition of the Skynyrd classic as the last song of Slash and Kennedy’s set during the concert. The cover featured vocals from Haynes and Kennedy, along with an extended guitar solo from Slash.Watch Slash, Billy Gibbons, Myles Kennedy and Gov’t Mule cover ‘Simple Man’ below:The concert marks the 32nd edition of Haynes’ annual Christmas Jam, and took place at the Exploreasheville.com Arena in Asheville, North Carolina.

Demon Slayer won’t have to wait long for the release of its upcoming fourth season.Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba season four will follow the Hashira Training Arc, the anime’s X (formerly Twitter) account confirmed last night (December 10), and is set to premiere in Japan in Spring next year with an hour-long episode. A concrete release date for the series has yet to be announced.Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc TV series will be premiering in Spring 2024 with an Hour-Long Episode!#DemonSlayer pic.twitter.com/euEX9lv5ZI— Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (English) (@DemonSlayerUSA) December 10, 2023However, a number of Demon Slayer fans won’t have to wait until Spring to catch the first episode of the Hashira Training Arc as the upcoming Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – To the Hashira Training world tour kicks off in February across select countries.The world tour will screen the final episode of season three (the Swordsmith Village arc) and the first episode of the Hashira Training arc in cinemas this February in 4K and IMAX.

Rita Ora has never shied away from a daring fashion choice, but she one-upped herself when she attended British Vogue’s 2023 Forces for Change Party on Thursday night (November 23) at The MAINE Mayfair in London, England.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief “Wellington Paranormal,” the series spinoff from 2014 breakout hit film “What We Do In the Shadows,” is launching an audio companion piece. It is produced by Frank Podcasts, a new New Zealand-based podcast network, headed by Mike Minogue and Tim Batt. The podcast will feature actors, writers, directors and more, delving into the making of the Jemaine Clement produced and Taika Waititi executive produced TV series, “Wellington Paranormal.” The show is hosted by Minogue (who played Officer Minogue in the series) and Karen O’Leary (Officer O’Leary), with Maaka Pohatu (Sarge) and Tom Sainsbury (Officer Parker) as recurring guests.

Disney+ Star Wars series architect Dave Filoni has been named Chief Creative Officer of Lucasfilm.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter “The Hunger Games” prequel “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes” is nearing the $100 million mark worldwide after three days of release. Those ticket sales, including $44 million in North America and $54.5 million internationally, were enough to top the box office.

Jenelle Riley Deputy Awards and Features Editor Michael Fassbender is a two-time Academy Award nominee who trained at the Drama Centre London before touring with the Oxford Stage Company; he’s performed Chekov and Shakespeare and worked a veritable who’s who of greatest living directors. Rookie actor Kaimana had never even considered trying to be an actor, noting she avoided school plays “like the plague.” Yet the two form a winning pair in “Next Goal Wins,” the funny, touching, uplifting new film from “Jojo Rabbit” filmmaker Taika Waititi, hitting theaters Nov.

Taika Waititi has stated that he “won’t be involved” in a potential fifth Thor film – read on to find out what the director had to say.Speaking to Business Insider, the director – who helmed 2017’s Thor: Ragnarok and 2022’s Thor: Love and Thunder – was asked if he’d once again be in the director’s chair for a possible fifth Thor movie, which hasn’t officially been confirmed at Marvel.Waititi said that he wasn’t sure if a new Thor film was in the works at all, suggesting that rumours of its development were false: “I wouldn’t know if that’s accurate. I know that I won’t be involved.”He went on to explain that his absence from the project is merely due to a packed schedule that might be too long of a wait for Marvel.

Taika Waititi directed two of the four Thor films starring Chris Hemsworth and as rumors that a fifth installment is being developed, the director is saying he is not involved.

Though the general consensus is that “Thor: Love and Thunder” is a disappointing entry in the franchise, the film still earned more than $760 million globally. Given the disastrous start for “The Marvels” and Marvel’s recent woes, perhaps ‘Thor 4’ will be getting a bit of revisionist history soon enough, and that might mean the studio would be interested in calling up Taika Waititi to see if he’s ready for yet another Asgardian adventure.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director Taika Waititi told Business Insider while promoting his new sports comedy “Next Goal Wins” that he “won’t be involved” in a fifth “Thor” movie, at least if it’s happening anytime in the next six years or so. The Oscar winner directed Chris Hemsworth in the beloved “Thor: Ragnarok” (2017) and the hugely divisive “Thor: Love and Thunder” (2022). A fifth “Thor” film is currently not on Marvel’s upcoming slate, although the character is still very much alive within the MCU and the door is presumably open for his return.

Leonardo DiCaprio was surrounded by his loved ones during his 49th birthday celebration in Los Angeles. The Hollywood star was accompanied by his girlfriend Vittoria Ceretti, and some of his closest celebrity friends, including his longtime friend Tobey Maguire.WHO IS LEONARDO DICAPRIO’S NEW GIRLFRIEND VITTORIA CERETTI?GIGI HADID AND BRADLEY COOPER DISCUSS THE NEXT STEP IN THEIR RELATIONSHIPThe actor was all smiles having dinner at the Italian restaurant Giorgio Baldi in Santa Monica over the weekend, ahead of his birthday bash in Beverly Hills.

’s 49th birthday bash in Beverly Hills over the weekend.On November 11, stepped out in a black minidress positively dripping in oversized gems, including a string of crystals across her chest and an enormous radiant gem modeled after a sapphire hanging from waist. Of course, she wore real diamonds, too, including a pair of statement earrings.

Leonardo DiCaprio might have just had the most celebrity-filled birthday bash of the year!