The Philippines is threatening to join Vietnam in banning Warner Bros' much-anticipated "Barbie." Film regulators are threatening to ban the movie over a scene in the film that depicts a politically sensitive map of Southeast Asia.
Amidst escalating tensions in the South China Sea, the Philippines has taken a decisive step, deploying ships to a disputed area where it alleges China is constructing an artificial island. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr's office issued a statement confirming the deployment, emphasising the need to monitor what it termed as "supposed illegal activities" by China. Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson Commodore Jay Tarriela corroborated these claims, citing evidence of small-scale reclamation at the Sabina Shoal, known as Escoda by Manila. Despite these assertions, the Chinese embassy in Manila has yet to respond, potentially exacerbating bilateral rifts. The Philippine national security adviser has even called for the expulsion of Chinese diplomats over an alleged leak regarding a phone conversation about the maritime dispute.
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India is the origin of the largest number of international migrants - nearly 18 million, with large diaspora in UAE, US and Saudi Arabia. And it continues its.. IndiaTimes
China has been branded "a bully" and an international lawbreaker after its ships blasted Philippine vessels with water cannon in the South China Sea. Sky News
Margot Robbie , Following Success of 'Barbie' , With 'Monopoly' Movie.
NBC reports that Margot Robbie will soon bring
the iconic game 'Monopoly' to the big-screen. .
NBC reports that Margot Robbie will soon bring
the iconic game 'Monopoly' to the big-screen. .
Her company, LuckChap, is producing a live-action film
based on the iconic real estate-focused board game
along with the game's owner, Hasbro Entertainment.
Her company, LuckChap, is producing a live-action film
based on the iconic real estate-focused board game
along with the game's owner, Hasbro Entertainment.
The game is available in over 100 countries
and has sold almost half-a-billion copies
since its release in 1935.
LuckyChap attained blockbuster success with
'Barbie,' which became the highest-grossing
movie of 2023, raking in $1.4 billion globally.
I could not imagine a better production
team for this beloved and iconic brand
than LuckyChap. They are exceptional
producers who choose their projects
with great thought and care, and join
Monopoly with a clear point of view. , Adam Fogelson, Lionsgate Motion Picture Group chair, via NBC.
We are tremendously excited
to be working with the entire
LuckyChap team on what we all
believe can be their next blockbuster, Adam Fogelson, Lionsgate Motion Picture Group chair, via NBC.
Both LuckyChap and Hasbro
released statements expressing their
excitement for the upcoming project.
Monopoly is a top property —
pun fully intended. Like all of the
best IP, this game has resonated
worldwide for generations, and we
are so excited to bring this game to
life alongside the wonderful teams
involved at Lionsgate and Hasbro, LuckyChap statement, via NBC.
Monopoly is a top property —
pun fully intended. Like all of the
best IP, this game has resonated
worldwide for generations, and we
are so excited to bring this game to
life alongside the wonderful teams
involved at Lionsgate and Hasbro, LuckyChap statement, via NBC.
As one of the most iconic games
in the world, Monopoly provides
an incredible platform for
storytelling opportunities, Zev Foreman, Hasbro Entertainment’s head of film, via NBC.
NBC reports that it remains unclear how the
filmmakers will weave a narrative around
the two-dimensional world of the board game. .
NBC reports that it remains unclear how the
filmmakers will weave a narrative around
the two-dimensional world of the board game.
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Shakira says that she and her sons found the 'Barbie' movie "emasculating." The Colombian pop star opened up about finding empowerment after being brought down by heartbreak in a new Allure profile and cover story. When asked her thoughts on Greta Gerwig's blockbuster film, Shakira told Allure, "My sons absolutely hated it. They felt that it was emasculating. And I agree, to a certain extent."
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Warner Bros. is allowing a fan-made 'Lord of the Rings' film to stay on YouTube after it was briefly taken down. On Thursday, it was announced that Warner Bros. is working on a movie titled 'The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum.' Andy Serkis is starring in and directing the project that is being developed by Peter Jackson and his writing partners Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens. Shortly after the news dropped, a 2009 fan-made film with 13 million views also titled "The Hunt for Gollum" was taken offline for many hours.
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It's official: Peter Jackson is working on new 'Lord of the Rings' films for Warner Bros. The news was revealed during Warner Bros. Discovery's first-quarter earnings conference call. CEO David Zaslav said that the company is "now in the early stages of script development" for new 'Lord of the Rings' movies, which he says they "anticipate releasing in 2026" and will "explore storylines yet to be told."
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Get ready to return to Middle-earth this summer. 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy is headed back to theaters. Warner Bros. and Fathom Events are teaming up to rerelease the Oscar-winning fantasy blockbusters. The versions screened will be Peter Jackson's extended editions, as well as the versions that the filmmaker remastered in 2020 for a 4K Ultra HD rerelease. This is the first time the remastered films will be in theaters.
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The Thailand government has approved a visa extension plan for Indian and Taiwanese tourists for an additional six months in an effort to boost its slow economy... IndiaTimes
Countries in South and Southeast Asia have been coping with a weeks-long heatwave which has seen record temperatures sweep parts of the region. Sky News
The heads of state from Japan, the Philippines, and the United States have jointly expressed "grave concern" regarding China's conduct in the contested South China Sea. Over recent years, Beijing has intensified its presence in this crucial maritime region, leading to heightened tensions, notably with the Philippines. This nation, among others in Southeast Asia, asserts territorial claims over portions of the sea adjacent to its shores. In response to a recent altercation near Second Thomas Shoal that resulted in injuries to Filipino soldiers and damage to vessels, President Ferdinand Marcos of the Philippines declared Manila's intention to enact countermeasures against China. The leaders of Japan, the Philippines, and the United States expressed shared concerns over the People's Republic of China's (PRC) provocative actions in the South China Sea during the inaugural summit held in Washington, DC. This joint statement comes amid escalating tensions in the region.
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'Barbie' is set to finish Sunday with more than $700 million in worldwide ticket sales after a record week at the box office. 'Barbie' is now assured of joining the billion-dollar club, as well as..
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Amy Schumer reveals how she really felt about the 'Barbie' movie, after previously working on an earlier version of the film that never made it to the big screen.
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It's a battle of 'Barbie' vs. 'Oppenheimer' at the box office this weekend. So, which film is getting better reviews? The Hollywood Reporter breaks it down.
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