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Bangladeshi ‘Ken’ in Dhaka

The Bangladeshi 'Ken', known for his appearances in major Hollywood productions like “Barbie”, “Wicked”, and “Aladdin”, continues to make the country proud as he juggles acting, dancing, and interviewing some of Hollywood's biggest names.

Reframing cinema: The rise of female gaze

Cinema has long been shaped by the male gaze, a term popularised by Laura Mulvey in her seminal essay “Visual Pleasure and Narrative Cinema” (1975), which dissected how classical Hollywood positioned women as passive objects of desire while men drove the narrative forward. This framework dominated filmmaking for decades, reinforcing a voyeuristic perspective where women existed primarily to be looked at, consumed, and defined in relation to male protagonists.

From screen to street: The timeless influence of film costumes on fashion trends

One of the most enduring examples is Audrey Hepburn's black dress in "Breakfast at Tiffany's". Designed by Hubert de Givenchy, the dress exemplified elegance, simplicity, and a touch of mystery. This little black dress became an essential wardrobe item, redefined as a fashion staple worldwide

Margot Robbie welcomes first child with husband Tom Ackerley

Margot Robbie, the celebrated actress known for her “Barbie” role, has officially entered parenthood as she welcomed her first child with her husband, Tom Ackerley. They are both 34.

Mattel and HMD launches Barbie-themed flip phone

Mattel, Inc. has teamed up with Human Mobile Devices (HMD) to launch a Barbie-themed flip phone, named the HMD Barbie™ Phone. Set to be released on August 28, this device offers a unique blend of nostalgia and modern functionality to bring back the charm of simpler, pre-smartphone days, as per the official announcement.

Margot Robbie expects first child with husband Tom Ackerely

Renowned “Barbie” actress Margot Robbie is rumoured to be expecting her first child with husband Tom Ackerley, a film producer. This speculation arose after recent vacation photos from Italy appeared to show Robbie with a baby bump. 

Ryan Gosling turns down roles that are too psychologically twisted, prioritises family

In a recent interview with The Wall Street Journal Magazine, renowned Hollywood actor Ryan Gosling opens up about how his family has influenced his career decisions, just in time for the premiere of his latest film, "The Fall Guy".

Race and religion…in ‘Barbie’

Barbie and Ken are secular, but Seeta and Ali religious

Oscars ratings hit 4-year high with ‘Barbenheimer’ boost

The Oscars can express gratitude to "Oppenheimer" and "Barbie" as they regained viewers lost during the pandemic, achieving the highest rating in four years with an average of 19.5 million viewers on Sunday night.

May 3, 2024
May 3, 2024

Ryan Gosling turns down roles that are too psychologically twisted, prioritises family

In a recent interview with The Wall Street Journal Magazine, renowned Hollywood actor Ryan Gosling opens up about how his family has influenced his career decisions, just in time for the premiere of his latest film, "The Fall Guy".

April 12, 2024
April 12, 2024

Race and religion…in ‘Barbie’

Barbie and Ken are secular, but Seeta and Ali religious

March 12, 2024
March 12, 2024

Oscars ratings hit 4-year high with ‘Barbenheimer’ boost

The Oscars can express gratitude to "Oppenheimer" and "Barbie" as they regained viewers lost during the pandemic, achieving the highest rating in four years with an average of 19.5 million viewers on Sunday night.

March 11, 2024
March 11, 2024

Cena shocks, Gosling rocks! Biggest highlights from the Oscars

This year, the 96th Academy Awards hasn’t been any different with celebrities bringing their best and worst to keep the audiences at edge for another mishaps to take place on the world’s biggest stage.

March 11, 2024
March 11, 2024

Oscars 2024: Nolan’s 'Oppenheimer' wins seven awards

Emma Stone was named best actress for playing a woman revived from the dead in the dark and wacky comedy "Poor Things." It was the second Academy Award for Stone, who landed the best actress honour for the 2016 musical "La La Land."

March 10, 2024
March 10, 2024

Could Greta Gerwig's ‘Barbie’ sequel be in the pipeline?

Oscars may have snubbed Greta Gerwig-Margot Robbie's duo in the major nominations, but the audience's unfathomable love for the pink-tastic live-action Barbieland has spoken for itself. On March 9, just one day before the 2024 Academy Awards, Letterboxd released its list of ‘Most Obsessively Rewatched Best Picture Nominees of the 21st Century.’ 

March 5, 2024
March 5, 2024

From ‘Oppenheimer’ to ‘Poor Things’, who's going to win at the Oscars?

Christopher Nolan's “Oppenheimer” has a clear path to victory, but the other top contending films are not that far away from getting the Academy Award for Best Picture. Here is our pick for the top films that can snatch away the prestigious award.

February 25, 2024
February 25, 2024

SAG Awards 2024: Oppenheimer sweeps big trophies, Barbie snubbed again

During the 30th Screen Actors Guild Awards, Oppenheimer claimed victory by securing the Best Cast award

February 19, 2024
February 19, 2024

2024 People's Choice Awards: ‘Barbie’, and ‘Grey's Anatomy’ lead winners

The 2024 People's Choice Awards, hosted by Simu Liu, unfolded on Sunday, broadcasted live across NBC, Peacock, and E! from the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California.

February 19, 2024
February 19, 2024

BAFTAs 2024: ‘Barbie’ and ‘Killers Of The Flower Moon’ head home empty-handed

“Barbie” director Greta Gerwig experienced a notable snub, failing to secure a directing nomination for both the BAFTAs and the Oscars