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Despite working together, not all actors have the same experience when working on a project and this couldn’t be more true for Orlando Bloom and one actress with whom he worked together in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. Of course, we are talking about Keira Knightley, who recently expressed how tumultuous her experience was shooting for the films and the aftermath.

Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean | Credit: Walt Disney Pictures

In a recent interview, while Bloom acknowledged her perspective, he shared the striking contrast of an experience he had while working in the beloved, swashbuckling franchise.

Orlando Bloom opens up about working in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise Orlando Bloom in a still from Pirates of the Caribbean | Credit: Walt Disney Pictures

The Johnny Depp-starrer Pirates of the Caribbean franchise is among the biggest cinematic franchises of all time. A true cinematic treasure that blends adventure,...

The Pirates of the Caribbean franchise is going through major shake-ups. As it stands, a lot is still on the plank (there’s a reason we update this article so often): Will Johnny Depp reprise Jack Sparrow or will the series sail in a new direction completely? When can we even expect Pirates 6? Who of the original cast actually wants to return? On that last one, Keira Knightley (Elizabeth Swann) seems the most hesitant…and co-star Orlando Bloom sees where she’s coming from.

Last year, Keira Knightley said that she has mixed feelings about the Pirates of the Caribbean movies, saying they gave her good opportunities but also put her in a position where she was constantly being knocked down. “It’s a funny thing when you have something that was making and breaking you at the same time. I was seen as sh*t because of them…...

The Lord of the Rings stars Liv Tyler and Orlando Bloom were long rumored to be dating when they starred together in Peter Jackson’s epic fantasy trilogy. While both played Elves, the two were not paired together in the film. Tyler’s Arwen was betrothed to Viggo Mortensen’s Aragorn while Legolas was part of the Fellowship of the Ring.

However, after years of speculation, Liv Tyler shut down the rumors of dating the Pirates of the Caribbean star, stating that she was engaged to her first husband at the time. Appearing in an interview, Tyler addressed the rumors and mentioned that she was off-market but did admit in passing that they flirted.

Liv Tyler squashes rumor of dating The Lord of the Rings co-star Orlando Bloom Liv Tyler in The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring | Credits: Warner Bros.

Liv Tyler played the Elf Arwen...

Katy Perry’s legal battle against an 85-year-old disabled veteran is making waves. Veteran Carl Westcott sued Perry’s business manager in 2020 to undo a deal that involved him selling his $15 million mansion in Santa Barbara, California, to Perry. Westcott alleged he was on pain medication when making the deal. Perry’s team refused Westcott’s plea, and the court sided with Perry. Now, Perry is trying to remove her fiancé, Orlando Bloom, from the case. Here’s what’s going on.

Katy Perry and her legal team filed a motion to remove Orlando Bloom from their legal battle against Carl Westcott Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry at Kering’s 3rd Annual Caring For Women Dinner at The Pool on Sept. 9, 2024 | Ammar Rowaid/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images Related

Katy Perry Is ‘Freaking Out’ and ‘Pointing Fingers’ Over ‘Woman’s World’ Backfiring, Source Says

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Bollywood Mascot: Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom have been a couple since 2016, and over the years, they’ve developed a strong and supportive relationship. In a recent interview, Perry shared how they manage to support each other amidst their busy careers and family life.

Perry emphasized the importance of understanding and supporting each other’s professional commitments. She mentioned that as she prepares for her upcoming world tour, Bloom is fully supportive, recognizing the demands of her career. This mutual understanding allows them to balance their professional lives while maintaining a strong connection.

Beyond their careers, the couple focuses on understanding each other’s love languages to strengthen their bond. Perry explained that recognizing and honoring each other’s ways of expressing love helps them navigate daily stresses and enhances their relationship. She noted that this approach fosters connectedness and lightens the load of daily challenges.

Their commitment to each...

The Katy Perry who last toured eight years ago was a much different person than the Katy Perry hitting the road this year.

Yes, she got engaged to Orlando Bloom, and gave birth to their daughter, Daisy, who’s now five. She judged American Idol for seven seasons, dropped two albums, and hosted 80 shows for her successful Play residency. But also: “You know, every seven years, all of your cells regenerate,” she tells Rolling Stone with a wink. “I’m a whole, actual, biological, physical different person! But actually, life has completely evolved,...

"Star Trek: Section 31" takes the franchise on a road less traveled by bringing back "Star Trek: Discovery" standout Philippa Georgiou (Michelle Yeoh) and putting her in charge of a heist. Unlike the "Star Wars'" take on the heist movie theme in 2016's "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story," the often more idealistic and pacifistic "Trek" opts for a far more light-hearted route. "Star Trek: Section 31" is B-movie trash in the best possible way, as the Academy Award winning Yeoh rocks her fallen tyrant character's new role as the head of arguably the most ragtag team a "Star Trek" project has ever given fans.

Among the key members of the film's Section 31 special ops team is the unpredictable and intense Fuzz, who probably wouldn't be a main character in just about any other "Star Trek" film. Fuzz is played by South African actor Sven Ruygrok, a rising star who's been making...

She has been acting since 1987, and over a nearly four-decade career, Juliette Lewis is known for playing a crazed murderer (Oliver Stone’s Natural Born Killers), a pastor’s daughter on the run from vampires (Robert Rodriguez’s From Dusk Till Dawn) and a teen fending off a violent rapist (Martin Scorsese’s Cape Fear). She’s also been a rock star in real life as the lead singer of Juliette Lewis and the Licks.

Now the 51-year-old actress is heading back to Park City to support two Sundance Film Festival selections that, even for her, are bold, head-turning roles: In art house auteur Amanda Kramer’s By Design she plays a chair — yes, a chair — and in Mark Anthony Green’s Opus she stars as a spicy journalist who joins a group to meet a pop icon at his compound when he mysteriously reappears after a three-decade absence.

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Turns out, we’ve been cheering for the wrong heroes in The Lord of the Rings all along. Sure Frodo and Aragorn stole the ultimate limelight, J.R.R. Tolkien himself pointed to a less glam, but far more heroic, character.

Elijah Wood in Lord of the Rings | Credits: New Line Cinema

Tolkien’s revelation broke the mold on who truly deserved the very title. The quiet endurance of this unsung figure didn’t just support the Fellowship; it saved the day.

Samwise Gamgee: The unsung hero J.R.R. Tolkien always knew deserved the spotlight J.R.R. Tolkien | Credits: YouTube/@BBC Global

Folks, we’ve all been watching The Lord of the Rings with the wrong hero in mind. J.R.R. Tolkien had a different champ – Samwise Gamgee. Tolkien, who served in the British military during World War I, based Sam on a figure he deeply admired: his batmen.

Men in suits of armor. Courtly romance. Raging bouts of plague and pillaging. All these and more are the hallmarks of a good old-fashioned medieval movie. So many of our most enduring legends have their start in the Middle Ages, from King Arthur and Knights of the Round Table to Robin Hood, and for good reason -- their classic tales of adventure and noble battles for justice have won over audiences for hundreds of years.

Although adventures are never in short supply, whether our heroes are off fighting in the Crusades, waging a seemingly endless war in France over the right to rule France, or battling smaller tyrannies on the home front, films set in medieval times aren't just limited to the action genre. We've put together a comprehensive list of some of the best medieval films of all time, running the gamut from dramas and tales of adventures to horror,...

Some major shockers about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s royal exit have been revealed to the world courtesy of Vanity Fair.

The magazine recently examined the past five years of their lives since stepping down as working royals in January 2020.

Prince Harry And Meghan Markle’s Netflix And Spotify Deals Are A Flop

The couple signed major deals with Netflix and Spotify. However, the burning question remains: how will they make money when their well of stories and lies about the royal family run dry?

Not much came out of their obscene 100-million-dollar Netflix deal besides their docuseries about their love story, released in December 2022.

Harry’s “Heart of Invictus” was inspired, but it fell flat and didn’t earn enough dough for the streaming giant.

Meghan’s animated series, “Pearl,” was unceremoniously dropped in May 2022. Other Archewell Productions supposedly in the works, like the film adaptation of Carley Fortune’s novel,...

When it comes to cinematic adaptations of beloved PlayStation games, so far we've enjoyed a mixed bag. HBO's The Last Of Us series ranks among the great TV shows of the millennium thus far; Sony's Uncharted movie with Tom Holland certainly ranks among the films that were released in February 2022; and Neil Blomkamp's Archie Madekwe/Orlando Bloom/David Harbour led Gran Turismo is, well, actually probably a bit better than it gets credit for honestly. And after our first look at David F. Sandberg's take on survival horror game Until Dawn caused no small measure of discourse about how much you can change a game and still keep its title for your movie earlier this week, a new, full trailer for the time loop chiller has just dropped. Check it out below:

Wendigos are in. Ski chalets are still out. But Until Dawn looks... pretty good, actually. Sure,...

Looking ahead to 2025, here are the 45 films of all genres – from horror to comedy to drama and more – we reckon you really shouldn’t miss.

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Firstly, the movies you won’t be seeing, but want to namecheck. Our rules were that we didn’t want to include films that had screened, but not made it to the UK yet (with the exception of British films). Hence – sorry Kevin – the next Horizon film isn’t on the list. There’s stuff we’re watching for release dates too: Above The Below, Mother’s Pride, All Of You, and such like. We acknowledge too that there’s a Michael Jackson biopic that you won’t find below. Plus superhero films that don’t really need our help, so we limited ourselves to one or two of those.

Instead, here’s the 45 films firmly on our radar for 2025…

45. Avatar: Fire And...

Nature baby names are a popular choice for many parents – including celebrity parents. We’ve rounded up over 25 celebrities who chose nature-inspired names for their children.

1. Bachelor alum Nick Viall and his wife Natalie Joy chose a double nature name for their first baby, a daughter they named River Rose.

2. Reality star Kailyn Lowry welcomed twins in 2023 with her partner Elijah Scott and gave her daughter the name Valley.

3. Former Bachelorette Clare Crawley gave her first baby, a girl, with her husband Ryan Dawkins a first and middle name with nature roots: Rowen Lily.

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4. TV host Jason Kennedy and his wife Lauren Scruggs named their second baby, a girl, Poppy Ford.

5. Country singer Maddie Marlow named her son, whom she shares with husband Jonah Font, Forrest.

6. Actor Liev Schreiber and his partner Taylor Neisen chose two nature names...

Ridley Scott’s production company Rsa is set to revisit the Battle of Mogadishu in a new Netflix documentary, “Surviving Black Hawk Down.”

The documentary, directed by Jack MacInnes (“Leaving Afghanistan”), will explore the real events of the 1993 battle between U.S. and Somalian forces, which inspired Scott’s 2001 film.

The feature, which was nominated for four Oscars including director, starred Josh Hartnett, Ewan McGregor, Hugh Dancy and Jason Isaacs, among others.

It also featured Orlando Bloom and Tom Hardy in the first flush of their careers

The three-part documentary will explore the real events behind the film, incorporating immersive storytelling and first person interviews from the people who witnessed it first-hand.

“Survivng Black Hawk Down” will premiere on the streamer on Feb. 10.

Jamal Osman and Emma Supple produce while Exec producers are Dominic Crossley-Holland and Tom Pearson.

“Rsa are thrilled to bring this compelling story to a new audience with Netflix,...

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Kaylah Zander is one of the most talented and charming up-and-coming actresses working in the film industry. The Latin actress was born in Canada and slowly but surely made a name for herself by doing small roles in TV shows. Zander made her acting debut with a 2017 short film titled Oranges and Browns. Recently, she starred in the brilliant Netflix series The Recruit alongside Noah Centineo. So, if you also like Zander’s performances, here are the best movies and shows starring Kaylah Zander that you should watch right now.

5. Needle in a Timestack (Peacock & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Lionsgate

Needle in a Timestack is a sci-fi romantic drama film written and directed by John Ridley. Based on the short story of the same name by Robert Silverberg, the 2021 film is set in a future where time...

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If you have ever heard the phrase “sex sells,” then you probably know how true that statement is and it’s no different for the streaming king Netflix. They know that while they can make great shows with complex and entertaining stories at the end of the day they will also have to make some interesting erotic films and TV shows to attract more viewers and to incentivize the current audience members to stay subscribed to the streaming service. This was proved by Netflix buying the 365 Days film series which stayed on Netflix’s Top 10 list for multiple weeks. That’s why we are here to tell you the sexiest movies and TV shows you can watch on Netflix right now.

Burning Betrayal (Movie) Credit – Netflix IMDb: 4.1/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 88%

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A medieval Ridley Scott movie fails to impress a historian with its depiction of a battle. The director has built a reputation for creating epic, visually striking films, often set against vast historical backdrops. Scott and his movies have tackled various historical eras, from ancient times to the 1980s and 1990s. From Gladiator to House of Gucci and Gladiator II, his films often explore themes of power, duty, and moral conflict, set within tumultuous periods of history.

As Scott’s filmmaking journey progressed, his interest in depicting large-scale military conflicts and action scenes intensified. For example, 2021's The Last Duel covered certain pivotal moments within medieval France, while the long-awaited sequel Gladiator II furthered his exploration of ancient Rome. The latter film was just released in November 2024 after a great deal of anticipation, and though it was met with somewhat mixed reviews, several heralded it as a demonstration of Scott's talent with historical epics.

In a field of actors endowed with a dozen different skill sets, only Andy Serkis could have pulled off two of the most radically revolutionary roles that forever changed the face of cinema. Fortunately, the actor’s arrival in Hollywood perfectly coincided with Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings trilogy and the latest Planet of the Apes film series.

Andy Serkis as Smeagol in Lord of the Rings [Credit: New Line Cinema]

The eccentric and wildly gifted English actor has been an invaluable addition to the film industry, blessing Hollywood with such realistic roles as Gollum and Caesar. His creative and technical contributions to both franchises helped make them become critically and commercially successful. He did not let special effects, AI, and CGI render a lifeless version of the deeply layered, emotionally complex, and intricately written characters of Gollum and Caesar.

Andy Serkis’ invaluable contribution to Hollywood Andy Serkis portraying...

There's only one way for the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise to move forward if Johnny Depp isn't returning for the sixth movie. The first Pirates of the Caribbean film was surprising when it was announced, as it was based off a theme park ride. However, 2003's Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl was a massive success upon its release. Part of the reason The Curse of the Black Pearl was so successful was because it featured the debut of Johnny Depp's Jack Sparrow, a reckless but extremely charismatic pirate.

Depp has returned for every Pirates of the Caribbean movie since, and has made Jack Sparrow one of the most iconic movie characters of all time. However, the franchise's future has been uncertain since 2017's Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales. The upcoming Pirates of the Caribbean 6 has been confirmed to be in development,...

Orlando Bloom clutches his and Katy Perry‘s dog Nugget while they run some errands in Santa Barbara, Calif.

The Hollywood couple stepped out on Friday (January 10) to stop by Cvs and pick up some things as the fires continue to rage nearby in Los Angeles.

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For the outing, Katy wore a monochromatic sky blue Adidas set with a jacket and pants. She paired the outfit with a pair of silver sandals and a light-colored baseball cap.

Orlando was also casually dressed in dark pants and a sweatshirt.

Katy and Orlando were spotted out just a few weeks ago in New York City. The actor joined his longtime love as she flew in to perform at the Jingle Ball.

Before that, he tagged along when she performed in London, England. Katy wore a sheer dress while out celebrating after a concert during the trip.

Orlando Bloom once ruled Middle-earth with a bow, a quiver, and the silkiest blonde hair ever seen on screen. But after a $956M film, he decided to peace out from The Lord of the Rings universe faster than Frodo bolting from Mordor. No more Legolas, no more elf drama, he was done. Or so we thought.

Orlando Bloom played Balian of Ibelin in Kimgdom of Heaven | Credits: 20th Century Fox

Now, Bloom’s suddenly singing a new tune, sparking buzz about a potential return. Maybe it’s nostalgia, maybe it’s the allure of another epic project, but fans are already sharpening their arrows in excitement.

Orlando Bloom thought he was done with Legolas, but Middle-Earth is calling him back for another adventure Orlando Bloom as Legolas in The Lord of the Rings trilogy | Credits: New Line Cinema

Legolas fired his last arrow in The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies,...

When it comes to works of fantasy adaptation, The Lord of the Rings trilogy remains one of the most acclaimed and beloved. Peter Jackson directed all three installments, which were released in theaters between 2001 and 2003. The three movies, which serve as adaptations of the book series by author J.R.R. Tolkien, were all critically and commercially successful, and Jackson would ultimately return to the world of Middle-earth with his less successful Hobbit trilogy in the 2010s.

The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring was the movie that started it all, introducing Elijah Wood as Frodo and kicking off his quest to destroy the One Ring in the fires of Mount Doom. This installment was followed by The Two Towers, which features the climactic Battle of Helm's Deep, and finally by The Return of the King, the trilogy-capper that wraps up the stories of Lord of the Rings characters like Frodo,...

Stellan Skarsgård is one of the most polyhedric and versatile actors in Hollywood, a distinguished figure on the big and small screen, capable of embodying the subtle complexities and multifaceted natures of his characters. His career spans decades and is a testament to his ability to master a wide range of roles, from deeply troubled protagonists to chilling villains. From misunderstood characters in indie gems and blockbuster franchises, highlighting his remarkable range and adaptability.

Recently, Skarsgård reprised his role as Baron Vladimir Harkonnen in the critically acclaimed film Dune 2, delivering another top-notch performance. Skarsgård's nuanced work in Villeneuve's latest movie confirmed once again his sophisticated talent and ability to captivate the audience. In preparation for the Oscars, where Dune 2 is likely to be nominated, it would be interesting to look back at the best movies and TV shows that defined Skarsgård's career.

Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest...

Voltage Pictures has taken a majority stake in fellow international sales and finance company The Exchange as it continues to expand operations.

Under the new structure, Brian O’Shea will remain CEO of The Exchange and focus on creative strategy and expanding the slate of projects.Financial terms were not disclosed.

Voltage COO Sarah Dunn will oversee day-to-day operations, and Alexandra Cocean has been promoted to president of global sales and distribution, working across both companies to integrate their films.

Screenunderstands worldwide sales and distribution presidentNat McCormick has left The Exchange.

Voltage CEO Nicolas Chartier announced the development and said the...

Did Orlando Bloom lose 10 pounds for The Cut? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Yes, it was a transformation so intense that he describes it as his body “shutting down.” Playing a down-and-out boxer who has to lose 30 pounds in a week to qualify for a title fight, Orlando Bloom’s journey to embody the character of Boxer required serious physical and mental commitment. “My brain was dead,” he told Entertainment Weekly, recalling the toll of the transformation at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival.

Shooting in reverse chronological order, Bloom started the film at his lightest weight, but by the end of production, his body was exhausted. The weight loss process was brutal, and as Bloom recalled, it wasn’t just physical. “It was actually more mentally than physically” challenging. The lack of sleep and constant calorie depletion made everything harder, especially when he had to prepare for extreme weight cuts.

The moment that shocked even him?...

A Ridley Scott military action movie receives a high accuracy score from a weapons expert. Alien was his breakout hit and is often considered to be one of Ridley Scott's best movies. He followed up Alien with Blade Runner, another movie that would become a science-fiction classic. Scott made his mark on other genres in the ensuing years with a variety of hits, including the crime drama Thelma & Louise and the historical epic Gladiator.

In 2012, he directed his first Alien movie since the original with the divisive prequel Prometheus, along with directing its 2017 sequel Alien: Covenant. His 2015 movie The Martian was well-received and offered a more hopeful story within the science-fiction genre. Scott's enthusiasm for historical movies remained as strong as his enthusiasm for science-fiction with his direction of The Kingdom of Heaven, The Last Duel, Napoleon, and Gladiator II.

Ridley Scott's Black Hawk Down Is Assessed For Accuracy...

Some will argue that Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides is not the worst Pirates of the Caribbean movie, but it does rapidly introduce characters who disappear from the franchise after the one-off adventure's end. The initial Pirates of the Caribbean trilogy has defined parameters. After the conclusion of the trilogy's main storyline and the departure of Orlando Bloom's Will Turner and Keira Knightley's Elizabeth Swann, Disney was challenged with coming up with a fresh new story, preferably with sequel potential, with Johnny Depp's Jack Sparrow and Geoffrey Rush's Hector Barbossa still on board.

Penélope Cruz as Angelica was wasted; she could have carried a new era of Pirates of the Caribbean alongside Captain Jack, but the disappointing reception of On Stranger Tides led to another soft reboot and most of the characters from the fourth installment being dropped. This includes the replacement young lovers...

Did Orlando Bloom reject Pirates Of The Caribbean: On Stranger Tides? ( Photo Credit – Facebook )

Despite the franchise making bank and topping $1 billion, Orlando Bloom wasn’t feeling On Stranger Tides. Instead, he wanted to chase different adventures. “I just really wanted to do different things,” Bloom explained to MTV News in 2010. “But I think it’s going to be great.” Classic Orlando, right?

Now, before you start assuming drama, it wasn’t anything juicy behind the scenes. Bloom wasn’t fighting with Johnny Depp or hashing out contract drama. Nope. He just felt like Will Turner had sailed his course. “I had a great time making those movies,” he added, casually mentioning that Will was probably “swimming around with the fish at the bottom of the ocean.” If that’s not a pirate-level exit line, I don’t know what is.

The Pirates franchise had already hit it big by...

Katy Perry is no stranger to the world of reality television. For the past seven seasons, she has sat in the judges' chair on American Idol. After many years in the music business, Katy has proven herself to be an ideal choice for the role.

However, the pop star has now revealed that she will be moving on from the series. While she admits to being excited about entering a new chapter in her life and career, Katy has hinted she won't be away from Idol for good.

Katy also isn't stepping away from reality television completely either. RuPaul's Drag Race is making its return for its 17th season and Katy will serve as guest judge for the premiere episode. It's an appearance that has been a long time coming. Katy has been open about her love for the show and desire to make an appearance. Now it looks like...

Zoe Saldaña is one of our best blockbuster actresses — and she's got the receipts to prove it. In the last decade plus, she's played Uhura in the rebooted "Star Trek" films, Neytiri in James Cameron's "Avatar," and Gamora in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. No matter how natural or made-up her character appears, she brings her A-game. (No wonder she was disappointed that her "Avatar" part felt overlooked.)

Her first blockbuster was "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl," which unexpectedly turned one of Disney's most famous theme park rides into a successful movie. Saldaña plays Anamaria, a supporting character and a member of the pirate crew recruited by Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) and Will Turner (Orlando Bloom) on Tortuga. Anamaria introduces herself by slapping Captain Sparrow and yelling that he previously stole her ship, which he amends to "borrowed without permission."

Despite that, Anamaria is the...

Ideas of what constitutes the ideal vacation range from tracking gorillas to collapsing on the beach with a Negroni, but one thing is clear: whatever the preference, festive week is an excuse for nearly everyone to escape work and put projects on hold while they regroup and reenergize.

THR spoke to the most in-demand Hollywood concierges to ask where the jet-setters and yacht-machers are heading this week. Some destinations, like St. Barts and Aspen, are perennials, drawing the entertainment industry each Christmas week, while others, like Spert Island off Antarctica, where Liev Schreiber ventured last year, or Mahabalipuram in Southern India, where Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta Jones journeyed for the holiday, trend for a moment.

“Tons of people are going St. Barts again,’’ says Jaclyn Sienna India, founder of the membership based luxury lifestyle company Sienna Charles, whose excursions range from $75,000 to $250,0000.

We can, of course, expect regulars like David Geffen,...

Moana 2 Box Office (North America): Beats The Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers (Photo Credit – Instagram/Netflix)

Moana 2 is unaffected by the release of Mufasa: The Lion King, another Disney movie. Although Mufasa seems to be heading for an underwhelming debut at the US box office, Dwayne Johnson’s movie has surpassed the domestic haul of The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers. The film, however, had weaker legs than Wicked. Scroll below for more.

Two new movies have arrived at the theatres – Sonic the Hedgehog 3 and Mufasa: The Lion King this Friday. However, the exhibitors did not predict much impact on the Moana sequel because of them. Its biggest competition is Wicked, as it managed to take away the #1 spot from the Disney sequel several times at the US box office.

Moana 2 has now surpassed the domestic haul of The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers,...

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have made a number of famous friends since they moved to the United States back in 2020. Meghan, who is originally from California, was an actor before meeting Harry, so she already had some celebrity status. And they met even more people when they settled down in their exclusive Montecito, California neighborhood.

Now, Harry and Meghan have some celebrity friends who are watching their backs, including Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle | Mega/Gc Images Prince Harry revealed that Orlando Bloom warned him about paparazzi

Harry and Meghan are surrounded by famous people in Montecito, and they are all searching for one thing: privacy. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are certainly able to live a much more private life than they could in the UK, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t paparazzi trying to capture images of the couple every chance they can.

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom are a jet-setting couple!

The 40-year-old singer and the 47-year-old actor touched down together at JFK Airport on Thursday night (December 12) in New York City.

Katy and Orlando flew back to the states after a quick trip to London, where she performed at the Jingle Bell Ball for Capital Radio and performed a show at Westminster Central Hall.

Now, Katy is in the Big Apple to perform at Z100′s Jingle Ball show on Friday night. She’ll also perform at the Jingle Ball show in Philadelphia on Monday.

It was just announced that Katy will be a guest judge on the season 17 premiere of RuPaul’s Drag Race. The full lineup of guest judges for the season was also revealed.

Browse through the gallery for more photos of Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom at the airport…...

Katy Perry debuted a new look during a night out with her longtime love Orlando Bloom on Wednesday night (December 11) in London, England.

The 40-year-old pop star took the stage for a performance at Westminster Central Hall earlier in the evening. It was one of the first tastes of her upcoming Lifetimes Tour, which will take place in 2025.

Afterwards, she and Orlando attended a party at Aberconway House. For the occasion, Katy showed off some new micro bangs, which she paired with a daring sheer dress.

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Katy wore her hair in loose waves. However, she cut her blunt bangs to a very short length. This is hardly the first time that Katy has changed up her hair. Earlier this year, she tried out a much shorter cut.

Her dress was made up of fur and black lace. She paired the outfit with a black bag and heels,...

Paper-thin characters and a derivative plot make this Lord Of The Rings anime into a flashy legal exercise. Here’s our The War Of The Rohirrim review.

A film which exists to settle Warner Bros’ Lord Of The Rings development obligations, War Of The Rohirrim – an anime-inspired epic set 183 years before Peter Jackson’s trilogy –is a 134-minute accounting exercise. That isn’t necessarily a problem; in a year when 14 of the top 15 highest-grossing movies worldwide are sequels of one form or another, sometimes we just have to take the blockbusters we’re given.

Sometimes, however, the business case for a film so obviously outweighs its artistic merit it proves too distracting to ignore. As Blade Runner: Black Lotus director Kenji Kamiyama’s adaptation of another J R R Tolkien appendices settles in to reproduce its fourth or fifth plot point from The Two Towers, it’s hard not to...

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom enjoyed a night on the town in London this weekend!

The longtime couple was seen heading to celeb hotspot Chiltern Firehouse on Sunday night (December 8) in London, England.

Earlier in the evening, Katy performed on stage at Capital’s Jingle Bell Ball at the O2 Arena and she went out for dinner in the costume she wore for the show.

Before the performance, Katy walked the orange carpet in a sparkling silver dress.

Fans in the United States have two chances to see Katy perform at Jingle Ball concerts. She will hit the stage at New York’s show on December 13 and Philadelphia’s show on December 16.

“Ready To See You At The Jingle Balls...

We’ve known for a while that Disney is developing a new ‘Pirates of the Caribbean,’ don’t we? That is, one that’s different from the rumored Margot Robbie-led one that gained no steam. Already, there are talks it will be more feminist-inclined than the original – though fans are still struggling to understand what that means.

In fact, the thing is that there are several ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ script in development, and one could bring back Johnny Depp. I mean, we want him back, Orlando Bloom wants him back, the franchise’s producers want him back, so why not?

A Johnny Depp-led ‘Pirates Of The Caribbean’ Script Is Under Development

Depp gave decades of his life to the ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ franchise for Disney to toss him aside at the first sign of trouble. As a result of this, Depp promised that he won’t be...

Will Viggo Mortensen Return As Aragorn In Hunt For Gollum? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Lord of the Rings is considered one of the greatest film trilogies ever. Based on the work of Jrr Tolkien, it was directed by Peter Jackson and featured an ensemble cast of talented actors. From the veteran Christopher Lee to the rising Orlando Bloom, the cast of Middle Earth had it all. It included one actor who embodied himself in the role and ruled over the hearts of the fans worldwide.

Since The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Viggo Mortensen has made himself synonymous with Aragorn. No face can be imagined as the King of Gonor other than Mortensen. His portrayal of the noble ranger-turned-king in the trilogy remains a fan favorite. Middle-earth fans have a reason to rejoice as talks of Viggo reprising his iconic role in The Hunt for Gollum are gaining momentum.

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Before Aaron Taylor-Johnson began gracing the big screen as a stunning action hero, he was making his acting debut in the unlikeliest of places—a three-part television drama, Armadillo. That’s right, in 2001, long before his fame in films like Kick-Ass and Avengers: Age of Ultron, Taylor-Johnson made his first television appearance as the young version of James Frain’s Lorimer Black.

Aaron Taylor-Johnson in Kraven The Hunter | image: Marvel Studios

But over time, after starting acting at the age of 11, Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s career took a pivotal turn in 2006 when he made his debut on the long-running BBC medical drama Casualty. While the series had already acted as a launching pad for stars like Kate Winslet and Tom Hiddleston, Taylor-Johnson’s appearance marked a significant milestone in his rise to fame. So let’s rewind the clock and dive into the early moments of this MCU star’s career.

Keira Knightley Recalls Being “Gaslit” By Men After Pirates Of The Caribbean Success! (Photo Credit – Prime Video)

Which actor wouldn’t have wanted to be in Pirates Of The Caribbean? Johnny Depp’s highly successful franchise starred Keira Knightley as Elizabeth Swann. She was a superstar by 17, but did you know that fame tormented her? Scroll below as she breaks silence yet again about the difficult period.

Keira played the daughter of Governor Weatherby Swann (Jonathan Pryce). Elizabeth Swann was the love interest of Will Turner (Orlando Bloom). The fantasy swashbuckler film series brought her overnight fame. However, she has multiple times claimed that she went through depression as her privacy was breached during her teenage years.

In a new interview with The Los Angeles Times, Keira Knightley recalled, “It’s very brutal to have your privacy taken away in your teenage years, early 20s, and to be put under...

Keira Knightley is getting candid about the negative side of fame, especially in her early 20s when she recalled being “stalked by men.”

The Oscar-nominated actress looked back at her early acting career days during a recent interview with the Los Angeles Times, including the scrutiny and body-shaming she faced from being in the public eye at such a young age.

“It’s very brutal to have your privacy taken away in your teenage years, early 20s, and to be put under that scrutiny at a point when you are still growing,” Knightley said. “Having said that, I wouldn’t have the financial stability or the career that I do now without that period. I had a five-year period between the age of 17 and 21-ish, and I’m never going to have that kind of success again. It totally set me up for life. Did it come at a cost?...

Johnny Depp could make a comeback to the ‘Pirate of the Caribbean’ franchise.The 61-year-old actor had been the star of the swashbuckling series for 14 years thanks to his role as Captain Jack Sparrow. But Disney dropped him after he was accused of spousal abuse against his ex-wife Amber Heard in 2018, for which he was cleared in court.Variety is now reporting that the studio is considering bringing Depp back for another film.According to the outlet, Disney has not yet approached the ‘Edward Scissorhands’ star about possibly returning to the series, but have commissioned ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ producer Jerry Bruckheimer to develop two different scripts with and without Depp depending on if the studio can reconcile with the actor.A source said: “Nothing has been ruled out.”The outlet suggested Disney has been weighing up its options since the ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ actor prevailed against Heard...

The upcoming "The Hunt for Gollum" movie from Warner Bros. has been stirring up interest and intrigue from the moment it was announced earlier this year. Overall, the reaction has been positive, and there has been a general buzz as news leaked that the movie will be directed by Andy Serkis and have Peter Jackson and other Middle-earth alumni on board. British national treasure Ian McKellen also revealed that he had been approached to reprise his role as Gandalf, and John Rhy-Davies even expressed interest in a return (sans makeup).

Despite all of these fun developments, the most recent bit of news regarding potential casting takes the cake. The powers that be are talking with the man himself, Viggo Mortensen, to return as Aragorn. In an interview with The Playlist, writer Philippa Boyens said that she, Peter Jackson, and Fran Walsh (collectively referred to as the "brain trust" of the...

According to Lord of the Rings trilogy co-writer Philippa Boyens, Viggo Mortensen has been asked about returning as Aragorn in The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum. Though Peter Jackson directed the acclaimed trilogy based on J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved fantasy novels, Boyens and Fran Walsh were crucial to making the movies happen, and the trio now comprises the brain trust responsible for the franchise's future. The next Middle-earth project they oversee with be Andy Serkis' The Hunt for Gollum, a film that takes place during the events of The Fellowship of the Ring.

During a recent interview with The Playlist to promote the release of The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim, on which she is a producer, Boyens reveals new details about The Hunt for Gollum and Aragorn's role. According to Boyens, Aragorn plays a significant part in the story, and conversations have...

Was Tom Hiddleston almost cast as Will Turner? (Photo Credit – Facebook)

A hangover and zero prep sent Tom Hiddleston’s Pirates of the Caribbean audition straight to Davy Jones’ locker. Hiddleston shared how he tanked his shot at the 2003 classic The Curse of the Black Pearl in the Shakespearean doc Muse of Fire. The night before his big audition? He was out celebrating a friend’s college win—hard. The next morning? Hangover Central, and, oh yeah, I have no clue what the script was about. When the casting director asked why, Hiddleston admitted he got the script the night before. The response? A frosty, “[The casting director] was like, ‘Uh-huh. Well, thanks for coming in.”

The role of Will Turner, Elizabeth Swann’s swoon-worthy blacksmith-turned-pirate, went to Orlando Bloom, fresh off The Lord of the Rings. Bloom crushed it, but Hiddleston took the loss like a pro. “Orlando Bloom is Orlando Bloom.

Ariana Grande is easily one of the hottest topics in Hollywood’s entertainment industry at nearly all times, whether it be for her incredible vocals, remarkable acting, concerning health and physique, or simply her relationship with her fans. That said, the recent reason behind her stealing the limelight was something close to the lattermost point as well.

Ariana Grande. | Credits: Wicked / Universal Pictures.

During one of the recent events held to promote her ever-raging blockbuster musical fantasy Wicked, Grande was met with what is being deemed a rather creepy fan interaction. This is because while the Stuck With U singer tried her best to be super nice to her fans, even going around saying ‘I love you’ to everyone, a fan really caught her off-guard with his creepy response.

Ariana Grande Was Caught Off-Guard With a Fans’ Creepy Compliment

As high as the hype surrounding Wicked is, it is even...

Ridley Scott made a triumphant return to the top of the box office and added to his lengthy list of historical epics with Gladiator II, but where it ranks among the best movies from his decades-long career is a point of debate. The historical inaccuracies in Gladiator II did little to discourage moviegoers from seeing the long-awaited sequel in theaters, and its early box office haul put Ridley Scott into elite company among directors. While reviews indicate that Gladiator II is unlikely to be counted among Scott's very best movies, it's still an entertaining and worthy follow-up to its predecessor.

Since making his feature film directorial debut in 1977, Ridley Scott has tackled a number of different genres, and has become the gold standard for several of them. Scott is particularly famous for tackling historical epics (like Gladiator and Gladiator II) that require time, patience, and attention to detail. However, despite being 87 years old,...

Fantasy films are well regarded for their ability to transport the viewer into an entirely new world, working outside the laws of reality. This type of speculative fiction focuses on relatable human themes while adding fantastical elements throughout the narrative—including unique magic systems, daring quests, and a variety of mythical creatures. With never-ending material to work with, it's no surprise that many top-rated fantasy movies are now considered masterpieces.

While fantasy films that garner high acclaim often offer something new or unique to the genre, some of the best know how to combine both a compelling and intriguing plot with high-stakes action. This element, if not done correctly, can cause a fantasy movie to fail. Too much heavy focus on the dynamics of the fight sequences risks foregoing the overall narrative. There needs to be a careful balance between both elements and thankfully, there are several fantasy movies that...