Author: Anum Mushtaq

HBO’s hit anthology series The White Lotus is preparing to bring its next luxurious escapade to France. Although the network has not yet officially confirmed the setting, Variety has learned exclusively that Season 4 of Mike White’s acclaimed series will film in Paris and the French Riviera, with production scouting some of the country’s most prestigious hotels. According to sources, the new season will primarily take place in the South of France, with a subplot unfolding in Paris. Production is still in development and won’t begin filming until next year. No hotels have been finalized yet, but scouting is underway…

Starz has officially canceled its hit drama series BMF after four seasons. The final season premiered in June and wrapped on August 15 with its tenth episode, “Dreams Deferred.” The finale resolved much of the ongoing drama between the Flenory brothers but ended with a cliffhanger Big Meech (Demetrius Flenory Jr.) being arrested by Detective Von Bryant (Steve Harris). Since the show is based on the real-life Black Mafia Family, fans can look to history to see how events unfolded. Big Meech is portrayed by his real-life son, Demetrius Flenory Jr. In March, reports suggested that a fifth season was…

Sydney Sweeney is entering the next phase of her Hollywood ascent — and possibly the Oscar race — with her powerful turn as boxer Christy Martin in David Michôd’s Christy. Yet, beyond the awards buzz, she’s also confronting public perceptions of her image, career, and confidence. When Michôd began casting for Christy in 2024, Sweeney wasn’t initially considered for the physically demanding role. But after seeing her intense performance in Reality and learning about her real-life MMA background, the director knew she was the perfect fit. “I’ve found someone who would be perfect,” Michôd said, comparing the moment to discovering…

South Park is set to air a special Halloween-themed episode this Friday night, departing from its regular Wednesday schedule. The episode, titled “The Woman in the Hat,” marks the second installment of the newly launched Season 28 and centers on President Trump’s demolition of the White House’s east wing to make way for a new ballroom. According to Comedy Central’s official logline, the episode follows the White House as it grapples “with a disruptive spirit from the east wing,” while “Stan worries that South Park has become too political.” Preview images show Trump and his on-screen partner Satan overseeing the…

The BBC has confirmed that Doctor Who will return for a brand-new Christmas special in 2026, written by showrunner Russell T Davies. While Disney+ will no longer co-produce the next season, the BBC emphasized its full commitment to the long-running sci-fi series and assured fans that the Doctor’s adventures will continue. We’d like to thank Disney+ for being terrific global partners and collaborators over the past two seasons, and for the upcoming The War Between the Land and the Sea. The BBC remains fully committed to Doctor Who, which continues to be one of our most loved dramas, and we…

Spoiler Alert: This article contains spoilers for It: Welcome to Derry Episode 1. It: Welcome to Derry co-creator Barbara Muschietti has revealed a surprising creative connection between horror legend Stephen King and Game of Thrones author *George R. R. Martin. Speaking with Entertainment Weekly, Muschietti drew a comparison between the brutal opening episode of the new HBO series and Martin’s infamous “Red Wedding.” “We love it. It’s our Red Wedding,” Muschietti said, referencing the shocking massacre that defined Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire saga and its HBO adaptation. The series, a prequel to King’s It, premiered on October…

Colin Farrell has become inseparable from his portrayal of Oswald “Oz” Cobb, better known as The Penguin, since his breakout transformation in Matt Reeves’ 2022 film The Batman. His acclaimed performance led to HBO’s spin-off series The Penguin, where Farrell expanded on the character’s ruthless rise through Gotham’s underworld. While fans eagerly await news of a second season, attention has shifted to The Batman – Part II, whose script is now reportedly complete. As speculation builds, many wonder whether Reeves’ sequel will continue to explore Oz’s evolution for better or worse following his arc in The Penguin. Farrell on Returning…

Paramount Skydance is preparing to lay off about 1,000 employees this week as part of a sweeping cost-cutting initiative, according to people familiar with the matter. The newly merged company, which combines Skydance Media and Paramount Global, will begin the reductions on Wednesday, October 29, primarily affecting U.S.-based staff. The layoffs represent the first major restructuring under the new leadership team led by Chairman and CEO David Ellison. Sources said additional rounds of job cuts are expected in the coming months, with the total number of layoffs projected to reach around 2,000 positions in the United States, along with further…

At the Santa Fe International Film Festival, where he received a lifetime achievement award, Edward James Olmos revealed his belief that he played the only true Blade Runner in Ridley Scott’s 1982 sci-fi classic. The actor, best known for Blade Runner, Stand and Deliver (1988), and American Me (1992), said he only accepts roles that allow him to shape his characters. Using Blade Runner as an example, Olmos explained how he influenced the creation of Gaff — a mysterious LAPD investigator who guides Harrison Ford’s Deckard in hunting replicants, genetically engineered beings who often believe they’re human. Olmos developed Gaff’s…