Netflix’s Crackdown on Password Sharing Pays Off: Subscriptions Are Up

Naman Ramachandran Top Bollywood actor Kiara Advani will join Hrithik Roshan and NTR Jr in the cast of Yash Raj Films’ “War 2,” Variety has learned. Advani debuted with hit “Fugly” (2014) and has starred in several more hits since, including “M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story” (2016), “Bharath Ane Nenu” (2018), “Kabir Singh” (2019), “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2” and “Jug Jugg Jeeyo” (both 2022). She is also known for Netflix anthology “Lust Stories” (2018) and direct-to-digital Prime Video film “Shershaah” (2021). “War 2” will be directed by Ayan Mukerji, who previously helmed Disney’s Indian mythological superhero film “Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva.”

Jessie J has revealed the name of her baby boy by posting an adorable snap of the little man. The 35 year old Price Tag singer welcomed her first child with pro basketballer boyfriend Chanan Safir Coleman in May. Since then, she has been sharing sweet updates of the baby’s progress with her fans on social media.

Leigh-Anne Pinnock has sweetly called her new husband Andre Gray 'incredible' as she detailed her experience of parenthood in a rare chat.The 31 year old former Little Mix star appeared on Roman Kemp's Capital Breakfast Show, where she was promoting her first solo single, Don't Say Love. Leigh-Anne welcomed twins in August 2021, the same month that her former Little Mix bandmate, Perrie Edwards, welcomed her son, Axel, who she shares with footballer, Alex Oxlaide-Chamberlain.

The Flash” got off to a slow start in its domestic box office sprint, earning $9.7 million in Thursday previews. That’s barely more than the $8.9 million earned by “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts” last weekend and only a bit more than the $7.5 million and $7.6 million earned by “Black Adam” and “Fast X” respectively in their Thursday preview runs.

People Magazine. “I think the field was wide open in 2016. And I think the field is open right now.”Schwarzenegger, 75, was born in the village of Thal, Austria, and moved to the U.S.

The Wall Street Journal reported Friday.While McCarthy’s husband has been in a healthcare facility since early this year, a person familiar with her situation told the Journal there have been no dramatic changes recently that would drive her to step down. But there were signs of strife coming from the CFO’s office before the House of Mouse announced Thursday that she’d be leaving that were perhaps buried in the glowing comments that accompanied the announcement of her depature.“Christine McCarthy is one of the most admired financial executives in America, and her impact on The Walt Disney Company during 23 years of dedicated service cannot be overstated,” CEO Bob Iger said in a statement Thursday.Yet the Journal reported that McCarthy has butted heads with Iger since he returned as CEO in November and other top execs over the media and entertainment giant’s restructuring strategy.

on Rotten Tomatoes) and little being sold beyond “Hey, it’s the next Pixar film!”), the Peter Sohn-directed flick could struggle to match the $29 million Fri-Sun debut (amid a $39 million Wed-Sun launch) of “Toy Story” back in 1995, let alone the over/under $39 million Fri-Sun debuts of “The Good Dinosaur” in 2015 and “Onward” (which opened a week before COVID shut down the world) in 2020.Just running the numbers, if “Elemental” legs over the weekend like “Lightyear” ($51 million from a $5.2 million Thursday), it’ll open with just $23.5 million by Sunday night. Being more optimistic, however unlikely, if “Elemental” legs like “Cars 3” ($53 million/$2.6 million), well, then it opens with $49 million and you can ignore the next few paragraphs of doom-n-gloom.Generally speaking, animated movies tend to make less of their money on Thursday night, since general audiences are more inclined to wait until the proper weekend to take their kids.

Trent Reznor has shared that he teared up while listening to a Dua Lipa song, claiming it to be a “really well-done piece of music”.Appearing on Rick Rubin’s podcast, Tetragrammaton, the Nine Inch Nails frontman spoke about his struggles with songwriting, sharing: “To me, the hardest thing is the songwriting. Having something to say, something to say with truth, that has reason to exist rather than just a thing.”He also spoke about his newfound appreciation for pop music, which he attributes to his children, explaining that he’d kept his kids sealed away from pop music because he had felt it “sucks generally”. It wasn’t until he heard his daughter singing a Dua Lipa song that he changed his mind.“I heard my daughter, who’s six, singing Dua Lipa the other day,” he recounted.

Michael Cera opened up about some hot topics in a new interview.

Manchester City have released four players at the end of the 2022/23 season including club captain Ilkay Gundogan.

Michelle Keegan teased fans with a return to one of her most beloved roles as she revealed she had 'wrapped' on one of her biggest projects to date. The actress has been hard at work filming as she is set to star in Fool Me Once, the new Netflix adaptation of bestselling author Harlan Coben's book.

It closed in January for a £7.3m refurbishment. It has served the public since 1838 and in 1988 was renamed Salford Central.

Erling Haaland can break and threaten even more records next season, according to the man who has scored more Premier League goals than anyone else.

It’s been just about seven years since Gavin Rossdale and Gwen Stefani split up, but to hear the Bush frontman tell it, things are still being figured out between ’em as time marches on.

Tim Chan If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Apple continues to be the gold (nay, white) standard when it comes to earbuds, with its AirPods and AirPods Pro models leading the pack. But AirPods aren’t cheap, and even with current offers online, they can still run into the hundreds of dollars.

Selome Hailu Hulu and the If/Then Shorts program have set a cohort for the second class of their short documentary lab, which focuses on production and career training for nonfiction filmmakers elevating LGBTQ stories. If/Then Shorts is an initiative from Field of Vision that amplifies regional, community-centered stories and supports nonfiction filmmakers through a combination of project grants, mentorship, industry consultations, editorial feedback, filmmaker advocacy and multiplatform distribution support. Since 2017, the program has supported more than 90 short documentary projects. Three film teams have been awarded $30,000 in production funding as well as the opportunity for six months of individual mentorship through a production intensive led by If/Then and Hulu. The teams will work towards premiering their shorts in September 2023 at an in-person screening event and reception at Outfest in Los Angeles. Upon completion of the films’ final cuts, Hulu will have an opportunity to review the work for acquisition and/or further development.

Todd Gilchrist editor “For Khadija” is billed as a documentary about French Montana, but there’s a reason that it’s named not after the hip-hop alter ego of Moroccan expatriate Karim Kharbouch, but his mother. “I felt like my mother’s story, the beginning to the end, the closure of her going back to Morocco, is when I was like, okay, now the story has a meaning,” French tells Variety. “This goes out to all the mothers that struggle, that have kids, that was forced to sacrifice.” Given the other films made about rappers and their families — including “Dear Mama,” about Afeni and Tupac Shakur and “Biggie: I Got a Story to Tell,” which heavily features Notorious B.I.G.’s mother Violetta Wallace — it’s not necessarily an unexpected place to start. But the documentary, which premieres June 16 at the Tribeca film Festival, uses the relationship between Karim and Khadija to highlight the unpredictable path that led a scrappy Moroccan child to become a worldwide rap star, while charting the financial struggles and familial strife that threatened to derail his meteoric rise.

It’s time to act swiftly, Swifties.After a week where ticket prices for Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras Tour’ concerts at Pittsburgh’s Acrisure Stadium hardly budged, they finally plummeted for the June 16-17 shows.On Monday, the cheapest ticket available to see Tay in her home state started at a whopping $1438 before fees on Vivid Seats.Now, just four days later, we found seats going for as low as $785 before fees.While they’re not exactly cheap, that is over $600 in savings.Think of it this way — just imagine how much merch you could pick up with that extra $653!As Taylor says, sometimes “all of this silence and patience, pining in anticipation” pays off.Want to grab last-minute tickets before it’s too late?Here’s everything you need to know — and more! — about Taylor’s upcoming ‘Eras Tour’ three-day weekend in Pitt.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete breakdown of what ticket prices are now versus what they cost on Monday, May 1 for each of Taylor’s three Atlanta concerts can be found below.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are subject to fluctuation and include additional fees at checkout.)Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand. They offer a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and your tickets will be delivered prior to the event.Never been to the Steelers’ home turf turned concert venue?Here’s a better look at all the seating options Acrisure Stadium has to offer.*The above map does not include floor seating for concerts.After this three-show weekend, T.

Police hunting for a notorious drugs baron who has gone on the run from an open prison say he may be in the Edinburgh area. Sean McGovern was reported missing at around 10pm on Sunday, June 11, after absconding from HMP Castle Huntly, near Dundee.

William Earl Variety, the No. 1 entertainment news brand, announces a call for entries for the seventh edition of Variety500, the ultimate index of influence for the global media industry. The deadline for submissions is July 31, 2023. The principles underpinning Variety500 are what they’ve always been: to honor excellence among executives and creatives worldwide who have distinguished themselves the most over the past 12 months. The final list emerges after extensive deliberation by the Variety editorial team. They seek accomplished leaders, innovators, risk-takers and rainmakers who are responsible for growth and success in their sector. They carefully weigh the merits of nominees’ current and previous accomplishments based on research and consultation with the industry at large. Judgments are rendered according to subjective assessments that balance what someone has accomplished over the past 12 months with the achievements made prior to that period. Because Variety500 is an annual list, recent career performance is more heavily weighted than previous work.  For more on the criteria, visit this article about our selection process.

Ben Croll The path to a more diverse industry would require personal tenacity, professional flexibility and certain key structural changes, panelists at a Women In Animation round-table argued. Organized as part of a daylong WIA Summit held at the Annecy Animation Festival – and available free of charge on the Women in Animation website – the Monday afternoon panel focused on the diversity from the perspective of leadership, asking what practices and styles could help foster a more equitable field. First and foremost are the players themselves, which is why the panelists urged prospective talent not to be shy when reaching out to potential employers.

Jordan Moreau “The Flash” is racing ahead at the box office, picking up $9.7 million in previews at the box office. The Warner Bros. film, starring Ezra Miller as the DC Comics speedster and helmed by “It” director Andy Muschietti, has endured a long and rocky road to theaters, but it’s finally opening this weekend. “The Flash” is projected to earn around $70 million in its first weekend, with some predictions as high as $85 million and others as low as $68 million. That expected opening is in line with previous DC Studios projects like last year’s “Black Adam” and 2018’s “Aquaman,” which both debuted to $67 million — but Warner Bros. is surely hoping that “The Flash” takes more after his “Justice League” companion than Dwayne Johnson’s antihero. “Black Adam” stalled out with $168 million domestically and less than $400 million globally, while Jason Momoa’s “Aquaman” surfed to $335 million in North America and $1.14 billion worldwide. Without question, “The Flash” will perform better than March’s “Shazam: Fury of the Gods,” which opened with $30 million and ended its domestic run with just $57 million. In terms of Thursday previews, “Black Adam” collected $7.6 million, “Aquaman” had $9 million and “Shazam: Fury of the Gods” made $3.4 million.

Apple Martin is a fan of some of Gwyneth Paltrow’s more controversial looks from over the years, it seems.

With “Asteroid City” starting its limited theatrical release this weekend before going wide on June 23, Wes Anderson looks ahead to upcoming projects. And while he already has another projected line up he wants to shoot this Fall, before that comes “The Wonderful Life Of Henry Sugar.” The filmmaker’s Roald Dahl adaptation with Netflix is already in the can, but Variety reports (via IndieWire) that it’s less a feature film than a glorified short.

Two of the Marvel Cinematic Universe‘s original Avengers are opening up about their future within the expansive universe.

In this “swipe left” world, we’re all guilty of making snap decisions about people, places and situations. From a blind date’s choice of shoes to a misspelt wedding invite – our split- second verdicts of right and wrong shape how we see the world, and our futures. But now experts are warning that all this instant decision-making could harm our relationships, scupper career moves and limit our chances of finding happiness.

As part of the 2023 Tribeca Festival, David Fincher candidly discussed his career, filmmaking process and philosophy with Steven Soderbergh before a capacity crowd in the Indeed Theater at Spring Studios for an hour on Thursday evening. The two have known one another for 31 years, and have been in frequent contact for 20, showing each other rough cuts for feedback.

Let the speculation begin. Deadline reports that Sony has reserved two dates on the upcoming movie calendar for Sony/Marvel projects: November 8, 2024 and June 27, 2025.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director “Shooting for me is a lot of indigestion,” David Fincher told the audience at the 2023 Tribeca Festival during a spirited conversation with fellow director and longtime friend Steven Soderbergh. The “Fight Club” and “Mank” Oscar nominee was asked by Soderbergh which part of the filmmaking process he loves the most. Fincher said it’s certainly not the physical shooting of a movie. “I love rehearsal,” Fincher said. “I love talking to people about the intention and going over every single word and what the script means and listening to people read it. I love the casting process. I love designing the movie and sitting with the production designer and the DP and talking about what do we want to say, where do we want people’s attention, and what do we have to underline.”

New Look fans have ditched uncomfortable heels for a pair of 'stylish' £21 sandals that have been hailed the 'perfect' shoe for Summer wedding guests. The brand's 'comfy' £21 Padded Strap Block Heel Mule Sandals are said to be comfortable enough to wear all day while still looking elegant and stylish.

As Netflix viewers finished tuning into the first episode of Black Mirror's new season, many soon took to social media to make the same comment.

Meghan Markle’s former show "Suits" will be made available to watch on Saturday, which happens to be the same day as King Charles III’s birthday parade.  Trooping the Colour, a royal tradition going back hundreds of years to King Charles II’s 17th-century reign, is held every summer to celebrate the monarch’s birthday.  Markle and her husband Prince Harry might be in the position to stream her former show from their California home as they have reportedly not been invited to the royal tradition, despite quietly attending Queen Elizabeth II’s final Trooping the Colour last summer during her platinum jubilee celebrations.  Buckingham Palace and Archewell, Harry and Markle's company, had no comment for People magazine, which first reported that the Sussexes weren't invited, and did not immediately return Fox News Digital’s request for comment. Late last month, Netflix announced that Markle’s show "Suits," which she starred in from 2011 to 2018, would drop on the streaming service on June 17.The show had previously been available on other streaming services like Peacock.  The Duchess of Sussex was mainly known for her role as attorney Rachel Zane on the USA legal drama before she left acting ahead of her lavish 2018 royal wedding to Prince Harry at Windsor Castle.  The couple participated in their first Trooping the Colour in 2018 following their wedding.  While Markle’s character was written out of "Suits" after its seventh season because of her royal engagement, the drama lasted nine seasons, which will all be available to binge as counter programming to Charles’ royal pomp.

was more of a casual fling than a long-term romance. was not renewed by the audio streamer for a second season, and Spotify and Archewell have confirmed their mutual decision to part ways. At least the breakup seems mostly amicable. According to , part of the reason for the split was Archewell's “low output of content,” as Spotify usually requires more regularly released series or episodes for its exclusive deals.

Duchess of Sussex are parting way with Spotify after one lone series, in the form of Meghan's podcast Archetypes. The decision was "mutually agreed", according to the couple, but speculation has grown as to why they decided to part ways. Experts in the media field have spoken exclusively to Express.

Duke and Duchess of Sussex are parting ways with Spotify after just one series of Meghan Markle's dozen-episode podcast, Archetypes. The decision was reportedly a mutual one between the couple and Spotify, with both parties stating that they were "proud of the series we made together". Speaking exclusively to Express.

The Twat Files, Dawn explained that she will be sharing her "faux pas" and "stupid decisions" and added that there were a lot more than she had initially realised. She added that she was known for a few things, but that "perfection" wasn't one of them.