‘Brahmāstra Part One: Shiva’ Powers to $28 Million Global Opening Weekend, Bringing Temporary Relief to Beleaguered Bollywood Box Office

Audiences have been gasping every day this week as Countdown contestant Tom Stevenson broke two records on the 40-year-old show.

Former Top Gear presenter turned farmer Jeremy Clarkson has been ordered to shut down his restaurant and cafe by local council officials.

One of the UK’s most revered broadcasters has revealed the level of control exerted by the British Royal Family over broadcasters’ rights for the Queen’s funeral.

EXCLUSIVE: German TV dramas are continuing to sell internationally ahead of Mipcom Cannes.

Manori Ravindran International Editor An uplifting documentary about an Irish teacher who uses Plato’s teachings to defuse violence among his young pupils is set to be adapted into a feature film by The Bureau, the producers of “Supernova.” Directed by Neasa Ní Chianáin (“School Life”) and Declan McGrath and produced by David Rane for Soilsiú Films, “Young Plato” was recently released in U.S. cinemas following a major 40-festival run. The film has won nine Irish and international awards, including the George Morrison Feature Documentary Award at the Irish Film and Television Academy (IFTA) Awards, the ICCL Human Rights on Film Award, the Special Jury Award at the Thessaloniki Film Festival, and an Honorable Mention at Greenwich IFF.

Minnie Driver is reflecting on her experiences and memories of filming, ahead of the Oscar-winning drama's 25th anniversary.Driver walked the red carpet at the Los Angeles premiere of her new Shakespeare-inspired period comedy on Thursday, and she spoke with ET's Will Marfuggi about the critically acclaimed project, which hit theaters in December 1997.When asked what she thinks of when looking back, Driver said, «How lucky we were to make such a beautiful film.»"[And] to have been left alone by a studio to make this beautiful film that these boys had written, you know?" Driver added, referring to her co-stars, Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, who also co-wrote the script. Their script earned the stars their first Oscars, for Best Original Screenplay.«It was this ephemeral bit of filmmaking that stands the test of time,» she shared. «I'm so proud I was part of it and so glad that people still love it.»Driver also remarked on the career paths of her co-stars, who were relative newcomers when they broke through with their roles in «They've lived big lives, big beautiful lives! And my mom used to say, 'We live about a hundred different lives in our one lifetime,» Driver shared.

People in Stockport could pay more to park, get married and replace missing bins under new plans to close a £17m hole in the council’s finances. A town hall report reveals that the budget gap for the 2023/24 financial year has ballooned to £16.9m from the £10m deficit forecast in February - and grows to an eye-watering £33.3m in 2024/25.

Commuters heading to Manchester are being warned to expect disruption this morning after a signalling fault on a busy railway line. National Rail says some Northern, TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales services could be delayed or cancelled until 9am today (October 7).

Married At First Sight UK may ultimately be about romance and all things love, but that doesn’t mean that the show is without its dramatic moments. From explosive dinner parties rows to surprise new couples to individuals reentering the social experiment with a brand new partner, this series of MAFSUK has brought viewers plenty of entertainment.

Simon Thomas has given an emotional update to fans on social media as he revealed his newborn daughter won’t be coming for over a month, following her arrival 8 weeks early. The presenter, 49, first took to Instagram on Wednesday to confirm that his wife Derrina, 31, had fallen “rapidly ill” from preeclampsia and delivered a baby girl 8 weeks before her due date.

Emmerdale boss Jane Hudson has revealed that the 50th anniversary ends with a "really big bang" that goes into the "new year" It has previously been revealed that the village will be changed forever as a devastating storm hits, kickstarting a chain reaction of events that will change the Dales forever. While earlier this month, Emmerdale fans were given their first glimpse at what to expect in the upcoming 50th anniversary episode. And teasing even more details on Thursday 6 October, the ITV soap's boss revealed new spoilers, including "deaths, destruction and lots of tears".

Emmerdale fans think they have worked out a new twist involving Chloe Harris' father Damon amid her new pregnancy storyline. Earlier this week, the ITV soap finally revealed Mackenzie Boyd's lover as Chloe after weeks of speculation with the character later dropping a huge bombshell. During the episode, Mackenzie decided to meet up with his lover after she had been bombarding him with calls since their night of passion.

Millie Court has had a summer of plenty of lavish holidays following her split with ex Liam Reardon in July. The former Love Island star, 24, continued to take care of herself as she and fellow Islander Lucina Strafford descended upon a luxury hotel to enjoy a few days of self care.The reality star pair took to social media to document their trip away including a trip to a “snooze room” they visited post massage at the spa hotel.The duo visited the elegant Hoar Cross Hall Spa Hotel in Staffordshire where they were treated to the venue’s very luxurious spa package. From the minute the porter carried the girls’ bags up the stairs, they were treated like royalty as they enjoyed a glass of fizz before their treatments.

Taylor Swift took to social media on Friday with a major revelation about her boyfriend of six years, Joe Alwyn.MORE: Inside Taylor Swift's incredible $81m property portfolio: from New York to NashvilleIn a candid video, posted to her Instagram feed, the singer, 32, discussed the song Lavender Haze which will feature on her upcoming album Midnights, set to be released later this month.WATCH: Taylor Swift opens up about relationship with boyfriend Joe AlwynChatting about the track, the star revealed her relationship with Joe served as major inspiration as she has had to "dodge weird rumors" and "protect the real stuff," when it comes to her long-term beau.READ: Conversations With Friends star reveals Taylor Swift's reaction to intimate scenes with boyfriend Joe AlwynSEE: Taylor Swift talks incredible 'gift' during career high momentAddressing the camera, Taylor said: "I guess theoretically when you're in the lavender haze, you'll do anything to stay there and not let people bring you down off of that cloud and I think a lot of people have to deal with this now, not just "public figures" but because we live in the era of social media and if the world finds out you're in love with somebody they're going to weigh in on it. The pair have been together for six years"Like my relationship for six years we've had to dodge weird rumors, tabloid stuff, and we just ignore it and so this song is about the act of ignoring that stuff, to protect the real stuff.

Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway has said that heer husband Derek Draper “remains very damaged” amid his health battles following on from him contracting coronavirus in 2020. The former political advisor has been in and out of hospital many times in the last couple of years, after he contracted a serious case of coronavirus in March 2020. The virus caused damage to a number of Derek’s organs causing his health to decline after first falling ill over two years ago.

At the height of his youth, Prince Harry used to be known as “quite a wild lad” but all of that changed when he met his wife, Meghan Markle, a bombshell new book has claimed. Before meeting and falling for Meghan, Harry had spent around a decade in the military and was well known in the press for being a party prince.

A huge twist was revealed in the season 19 premiere of Grey’s Anatomy!

Rebecca Souw CJ ENM, which includes Korea’s largest film producer and distributor, is using the Asian Contents & Film Market this week to launch a handful of new titles while basking in its recent box office and festival successes. “The Boys” gets its premiere as a special screening withing the Busan International Film Festival’s expanded Korean Cinema Today section. This crime drama delves into the lives of three teenage boys, falsely accused and jailed for a brutal robbery-murder case. Fifteen years later, they seek a retrial in a bid to prove their innocence.

Naman Ramachandran Cinematographer Pushan Kripalani returns to the director’s chair with Goldfish, seven years after his acclaimed directorial debut “The Threshold.” In the film, Anamika, a half-Indian half-English woman, returns home to the U.K. to deal with her mother’s dementia and the scars of her childhood. The cast includes Kalki Koechlin (“Sacred Games”), veteran Deepti Naval (“The Good Karma Hospital”), Gordon Warnecke (“Venus”), Rajit Kapur (“Rocket Boys”) and Bharti Patel (“The Undeclared War”). “It’s very difficult to make independent cinema, as it does not get funded easily and so it’s taken me this long to get to make this film. I feel that dealing with larger questions is only possible by examining the smaller parts of human relationships. I feel that my job is to further the human conversation and this was a wonderful way to attempt to do that,” Kripalani told Variety.

Daniel D'Addario Chief TV Critic Mike Flanagan has, of late, distinguished himself as one of Netflix’s signature creators and as a generational figure in the horror genre; though his past series for the streamer, including “Midnight Mass” and “The Haunting of Hill House,” have been of various quality overall and from episode to episode, they’re consistently interesting. His willingness to engage ideas with his scares sets him apart, perhaps more than it should. So it is with “The Midnight Club,” which Flanagan and Leah Fong co-created based on the work of YA novelist Christopher Pike. Here, Iman Benson plays Ilonka, a college-bound high school salutatorian who receives a diagnosis of terminal cancer. Ilonka is both a star student and an idealist; she researches Brightcliffe, a facility to which her foster father can take her to be placed into hospice, and holds in reserve a secret hope that there will, there, be a miracle cure for her. What she finds, first, is a circle of ill teens who gather when the clock strikes twelve to share scary stories; it’s a mordant nihilism they share, and a sense of indulgent pleasure in the knowledge that things could be worse: They could be fighting against cosmic forces of evil.

Kate Garraway has admitted Derek Draper remains "very damaged" as she gave a rare update on his health. The Good Morning Britain presenter's husband has been suffering long-term effects ever since contracting coronavirus in 2020.

Davina McCall has expressed her concern for Amanda Holden as she shares updates from her incredible charity challenge. The Britain's Got Talent judge is currently battling the elements in a bid to complete the Three Peaks Challenge in 24 hours.

A family moved to a six-acre farm after the mum started being banned from events in her town having appeared on OnlyFans. Sara Blake, 31, began sharing explicit videos and pictures on the website with husband Matt Cheek, 38, in November 2020.

A man who became frustrated over parking problems on his street brandished a samurai sword after finally snapping.

High street bakery giant Greggs recently announced that many of its stores will extend their opening hours into the late evening.

Kate Garraway has given a new update on her husband Derek Draper's health, revealing he remains "very damaged" two years after contracting Covid 19.MORE: GMB stars' dazzling engagement rings: Alex Beresford, Kate Garraway & moreKate's husband first became ill in March 2020 and spent 13 months in hospital before finally being allowed to move back to his family home, where Kate and specialist nurses have been taking care of him since. Since being at home, Derek has spent time in hospital too in order to receive special treatment.WATCH: Ben Shephard addresses Kate Garraway's absence from showOn Thursday, the mother-of-two spoke about Derek's current condition whilst appearing on ITV documentary, DNA Journey.READ: Kate Garraway returns to work following 'mourning' with sweet messageSEE: Inside Kate Garraway and husband Derek's treasured wedding amid 'changed' marriage"2020 was a devastating year.

Courtney Howard Boy meets girl. Girl falls for boy. Boy discovers he’s got a hazardous superpower and is called away to save the world from a burgeoning evil. This isn’t the usual formula for a romantic comedy, nor is it typical for Indian cinema, which roots itself in ancient mysticism and mythology. Yet that’s what makes writer-director Ayan Mukerji’s sprawling epic “Brahmāstra Part One: Shiva” special and innovative. He smashes up genre conventions as Western cinematic influences readily comingle with pure Bollywood razzle-dazzle. And though the story is occasionally overcomplicated and the spectacle excites and exhausts in equal measure (as even Marvel movies do), it’s a wildly entertaining jump start to a planned trilogy – touted as Bollywood’s first original cinematic universe, the “Astraverse.”