Hollywood star Florence Pugh has confirmed her relationship with actor Finn Cole on Instagram. The actress shared a carousel post on Instagram, which featured a photo of Pugh and Cole at an event in Milan, Italy. In the pictures, the couple posed together with Cole looking lovingly at Pugh. The Dune star wore a green dress with a slit and a sapphire necklace, while the Peaky Blinders actor sported a brown suit with a black button-up and matching tie. Along with the photo of the couple, Pugh shared close-up photos of her elegant look and a photo of her hugging her manager, George Freeman, reports people.com. She captioned the post, “Bvlgari with my boys. Milan, I like your late night pizza.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Florence Pugh (@florencepugh) Cole also debuted Pugh on his Instagram, sharing a behind-the-scenes photo of her posing while sitting on a couch at the event. The pair first sparked dating rumours when they were spotted together at Glastonbury Festival in July 2024. Three months later, Pugh revealed she was dating someone in an interview with British Vogue in October 2024. "We are figuring what we actually are. And I think for the first time, I’m not allowing myself to go on a roller-coaster," the Oscar-nominated actress told the outlet. "I’m allowing myself to take time to let something evolve and let it be completely real to its core, as opposed to racing into that.” Speculation of their rumoured relationship was fueled when the two had a flirty exchange on Instagram in April 2025, following the release of her Marvel film Thunderbolts. Cole attended the premiere of the superhero movie and shared a carousel post that featured a group photo that included Pugh on Instagram. Cole captioned the post, "Thunderbolts Premiere in London, go WATCH.” Pugh previously dated Zach Braff from 2019 until 2022. She will next be seen in Avengers: Doomsday and Dune: Part Three, which are still both scheduled to be released on December 18. She also stars in Netflix's upcoming adaptation of East of Eden. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
01 April,2026 10:37 AM IST | Los Angeles | IANSNostalgia alert! The original voice cast of The Powerpuff Girls recently reunited in a rare appearance, marking one of their first public gatherings since Tom Kane's 2020 stroke. During the Lexington Comic & Toy Convention, Tara Strong (Bubbles), E.G. Daily (Buttercup) and Cathy Cavadini (Blossom), the trio who originally voiced the Powerpuff Girls, met with Tom Kane, who voiced Professor Utonium. Pictures from their reunion have been doing the rounds on the internet. Daily took to Instagram and shared a video from her meeting with The Powerpuff Girls team. View this post on Instagram A post shared by EG Daily (@realegdaily) "In December 2020, our Powerpuff Girls father, Professor Utonium--Tom Kane--suffered a stroke that left him unable to speak. We're so grateful to see him again and to witness his recovery. We love you, Tom xxEG, Tara, and Cathrine," Daily wrote in her caption. Kane also shared a photo from the reunion, writing, "Reunited with my girls!!" Strong commented on the post, writing, "We were SO happy...so emotional to be back with our professor. It's been way too long beautiful friend." According to PEOPLE, in December 2020, Kane's daughter revealed that the voice actor had been largely absent from public events and social media after suffering a left-sided stroke, which caused weakness on the right side of his body and affected the speech center of his brain. She later continued, "My dad still remains in good spirits and his extreme stubbornness has helped him already show improvements in speech. He is fully on board with me sharing this and he will see anything you guys post." The show ran for six seasons and 78 episodes on Cartoon Network between 1998 and 2005 following which The Powerpuff Girls Movie was released in 2002. A rebooted animated series began airing on Cartoon Network in 2016. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
01 April,2026 10:14 AM IST | Los Angeles | ANIHollywood actor Arnold Schwarzenegger went back in time and reflected on his youth when he received an honorary doctorate from Ulster University in Northern Ireland. The actor, 78, appeared on stage in Belfast, Northern Ireland, to accept the honour, which he noted came 60 years after he first visited the city during his bodybuilding career as a young man, reports ‘People’ magazine. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ulster University (@ulsteruni) In a humorous speech about his first trip to Belfast, Schwarzenegger noted that he spoke in public in English for one of the first times in his life when he won a bodybuilding tournament in 1966 and was asked a question in front of an audience. He said, “People always talk about, 'It must have been difficult for you in the beginning with the Irish accent’, and I said, 'I didn't even know there was an accent’, because I didn't speak English. So the only words that came out of me was, 'I no speak English’”. As per ‘People’, he recalled, the host of the event praised him for attempting to speak in public and he received "a standing ovation" for saying a few words to the audience. He shared, "Everyone jumped up and gave me a great applause. And then (the host) said, 'Tell them you're going to be back’, and I said, 'I come back’. At that time, I didn't say 'I'll be back’, that was in Terminator, so I said 'I come back' and standing ovation. He said, 'Thank you very much, Arnold, that was fantastic. Your first time that you spoke in public, you did such a great job and your English was great’”. "And afterwards I left, and I said to myself, 'Oh my God, I thought I was going to die when I spoke in front of people, but this was the most encouraging audience’”, he added. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
01 April,2026 09:57 AM IST | Los Angeles | IANSActress Zendaya has a jam-packed year with many releases throughout 2026, and she plans to step away from the limelight soon after. This year, Zendaya will star in The Drama, the final season of Euphoria, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Dune: Part Three, The Odyssey, and possibly Avengers: Doomsday, reports deadline.com. “I just hope people don’t get sick of me, and I really appreciate everyone who supports any of the movies (and) supports my career in any kind of way. I’m deeply appreciative,” she said in an interview with Fandango. ‘The Drama’, ‘The Odyssey’, ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’. Pics/X, Instagram She continued, “I just hope you guys don’t get sick of me this year because I’ll tell you what — I’m disappearing for a little bit. I’m going to have to go into hiding for just a little bit.” The Drama is Zendaya’s next film, set to hit theaters on April 3. In the film directed and written by Kristoffer Borgli, she plays Emma Harwood, a bookstore clerk engaged to Robert Pattinson’s Charlie Thompson, a British museum director from London. Days before the couple is set to tie the knot, their relationship is shaken when one of them discovers unsettling truths about the other. HBO has set the premiere date for Euphoria Season 3 to April 12, with the 29-year-old star reprising her role as Rue. Zendaya will star in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, alongside Tom Holland, which is set to premiere in theaters on July 17. The couple will continue to be featured in cinemas as the stars of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which is set to open on July 31. Dune: Part Three is set to open on December 18, and if Zendaya continues in the MCU, Avengers: Doomsday will open that same day. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
01 April,2026 07:57 AM IST | Los Angeles | IANSActor Dwayne Johnson, aka The Rock, has finished shooting for the third part of Jumanji. On Monday, Dwayne took to Instagram and shared an update on the film's shooting schedule. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dwayne Johnson (@therock) He wrote, " An official FINAL wrap on one of the most fun and pure creative joy experiences I've ever had in my entire career - the adventure of JUMANJI." Dwayne also gave a shout-out to the team of Jumanji. "I'm a grateful and lucky sob to have had a front row seat to witness this insanely talented cast showcase their comedy chops combined with heart and mana across this 10-year+ long adventure. Cheers to my director, writer, collaborator, and friend Jake Kasdan. It's been my privilege to be directed by you, as we've unearthed all these wild characters together in the world of JUMANJI. And lastly, to Robin Williams ~ this finale is for you. The character of Dr Smolder Bravestone was my absolute honor to play in your spirit with the deepest respect, love and JOY," he added. Dwayne also shared several BTS images from the sets. Check out here. Reportedly, the film will hit the theatres during Christmas time. The first instalment of the new Jumanji franchise, 2017's Welcome to the Jungle, launched on December 20 and became a box office smash; the movie earned over 960 million USD worldwide to become the fifth-highest-grossing film of the year. The sequel, 2019's Jumanji: The Next Level, also brought in a massive haul, grossing over 800 million USD worldwide. The Jumanji reboot series, which follows a group of teenagers who find themselves trapped inside a video game, stars Johnson, Hart, Jack Black and Karen Gillan.Danny DeVito, Nick Jonas, Marin Hinkle, Bebe Neuwirth, Lamorne Morris and Rhys Darby also return for the next instalment, with Dan Hildebrand and Jack Jewkes joining as new cast members, according to Variety. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
31 March,2026 09:32 AM IST | Los Angeles | ANIPopular stand-up comedian Alex Duong, who is also known for his acting stint on Blue Bloods, has passed away. Alex breathed his last on Sunday at the age of 42, Variety reported. Duong's death was announced via a GoFundMe page. The page was set up in February 2025 to help the actor pay for medical expenses as he fought alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare form of soft tissue cancer that affected his sight. "With the heaviest hearts, we share that our dear Alex passed away peacefully this morning, surrounded by love and dear friends," read an update post from the GoFundMe page. "He was comfortable and thankfully out of pain. [His wife] Christina and [daughter] Everest were able to see him last night, and he was alert enough to say goodbye to his little girl, whom he has treasured every moment since the day she was born. We are devastated, but so grateful for the support, prayers, and generosity you have all shown during this unimaginable time. Your continued support now means everything as Christina and Everest navigate the days ahead and arrange a beautiful celebration of his life," the post read. Along with Blue Bloods, Duong's other TV credits include Everybody Hates Chris, Mad TV, Dexter, Interns Anonymous, Death Valley and The Young and The Restless. On the film side, Duong appeared in Formosa Betrayed, Ghetto Physics, The Beyond and Sideways for Attention. Last August, the Largo in Los Angeles hosted The Alex Duong Has Cancer In His Eye Comedy Benefit Show, which featured comedians like Ronny Chieng, Andrea Jin and Atusko Okatsuka. 21This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
31 March,2026 09:22 AM IST | Los Angeles | ANIThe shoot of the upcoming Hollywood series Tomb Raider has come to a halt after actress Sophie Turner suffered a minor injury. The series created by Phoebe Waller-Bridge has been put on hold temporarily for Turner to recover from her injury. Sophie Turner suffers injury “Sophie Turner recently experienced a minor injury. As a precaution, production has briefly paused to allow her time to recover. We look forward to resuming production as soon as possible,” the studio said in a statement to deadline.com. It is unclear whether Turner suffered the injury on set. According to sources, the shutdown is expected to last two weeks, and the crew will be paid during it. About Tom Raider Amazon MGM Studios, which produces Tomb Raider for Prime Video with Crystal Dynamics, announced on January 15 the start of production for the long-in-the-works series by releasing a first-look image of Turner as Lara Croft. The show is filming primarily in the UK. Tomb Raider is an adaptation of the popular Tomb Raider video game franchise about the adventures of archaeologist and adventurer Lara Croft. Since the release of the original Tomb Raider in 1996, the series developed into a franchise of the same name, and Lara went on to become a major icon of the video game industry. The Guinness Book of World Records recognised Lara Croft as the "Most Successful Human Videogame Heroine" in 2006. Six games in the series were developed. Three films were released: Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, Lara Croft: Tomb Raider – The Cradle of Life and Tomb Raider. The first two-star American actress Angelina Jolie as Lara Croft, and the third Swedish actress Alicia Vikander. The cast also includes Sigourney Weaver, Jason Isaacs, Martin Bobb-Semple, Jack Bannon, John Heffernan, Bill Paterson, Paterson Joseph, Sasha Luss, Juliette Motamed, Celia Imrie and August Wittgenstein. Waller-Bridge is creator, writer, executive producer and co-showrunner alongside Chad Hodge as co-showrunner and executive producer. Jonathan Van Tulleken who will serve as director and executive producer. Waller-Bridge and Jenny Robins executive produce through Wells Street Films, Dmitri M. Johnson, Michael Lawrence Goldberg and Timothy I. Stevenson through Story Kitchen, Michael Scheel, and Legendary Television. It is co-executive produced by Matt McInnis and Jan R. Martin as producer.
30 March,2026 04:41 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentOscar-nominated actor Antonio Banderas has opened up about the ethnic typecasting he faced early in his career, revealing that he was once told he could only play "bad guys" because of his Hispanic heritage. Despite this, Banderas has built a career that spans both live-action and animated films, proudly breaking out of the restrictive roles he was initially offered. As per Deadline, in a recent interview, Banderas recounted, "They said, you are here, like the blacks and the Hispanics, to play the bad guys. The problem was a few years later I had a mask, hat, sword and cape and the bad guy was Captain Love, who was blond and had blue eyes. Even more important is Puss in Boots, because it's for young kids. They see a cat that has a Spanish, even an Andalusian accent and he's a good guy." Banderas' reflection highlights the significance of his iconic roles as Zorro in The Mask of Zorro (1998) and The Legend of Zorro (2005), and as the swashbuckling feline Puss in Boots, first introduced in Shrek 2 (2004). He reprised the voice role in Shrek the Third (2007), Shrek Forever After (2010), and in the Puss in Boots spin-offs Puss in Boots (2011) and Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022). In an earlier interview, Banderas addressed his absence from the upcoming Shrek 5, set to premiere on June 30, 2027. "I'm not so far, and I'm not being called for that," he said, adding,"Puss in Boots did very well. Number two got a nomination for the Oscar, and the movie behaved beautifully at the box office. But I am totally satisfied with the five Puss in Boots that I did. I don't know what is going to happen in the future. Maybe they [will] call me tomorrow," as quoted by Deadline. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
30 March,2026 02:45 AM IST | Washington | ANIProject Hail Mary, starring Ryan Gosling, is a space drama that was released in India on March 26. The Hollywood film was released globally on March 19. However, its India release was delayed by a week to avoid a direct clash with Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar 2, a box office juggernaut in the country. Project Hail Mary dominates India's IMAX screens Despite the delayed release, Project Hail Mary faced its share of challenges in India, as it was initially not allocated IMAX screens. The film has been specifically designed for IMAX viewing, and the lack of screens left fans frustrated. Following strong backlash online, all 34 IMAX screens in India began screening the film from March 27. The response was tremendous. Early morning shows, including one as early as 3:45 am, were scheduled—and despite the unusual timing, screenings were sold out, indicating massive demand. On its release day, the film had only 13 IMAX shows in India. However, due to strong demand from audiences, IMAX expanded its screenings starting March 27. India currently has 34 IMAX screens, with most theatres running at least two shows per day over the weekend. More about Project Hail Mary Based on the bestselling novel by Andy Weir (author of The Martian), the film follows Ryland Grace (played by Ryan Gosling), a lone astronaut who wakes up aboard a mysterious spacecraft with no memory of his identity or mission. Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, the film promises a thrilling blend of science, spectacle, and emotional storytelling. The film did not make use of any CGI or green screen to shoot the space sequences. Speaking about the film, Gosling said, “It’s an insanely ambitious story that’s massive in scope, and it seemed really hard to make, and that’s kind of our bag.” He added, “This is why we go to the movies. And I’m not just saying it because I’m in it—I’m also saying it because I’m a producer on the film.” Featuring a strong supporting cast including Sandra Hüller, Lionel Boyce, Ken Leung, and Milana Vayntrub, the film delivers a large-scale cinematic experience designed for the big screen.
29 March,2026 04:53 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPriyanka Chopra recently grabbed headlines after social media buzz claimed she was “ignored” by Dua Lipa at a high-profile Bulgari event in Milan. The speculation began when a video from the star-studded evening went viral, with some users suggesting that Dua appeared to overlook Priyanka during a brief interaction. The clip quickly gained traction online, sparking debates and drawing mixed reactions from fans. While some believed the moment looked awkward, others argued that it was being taken out of context. Neither Priyanka nor Dua addressed the viral video, but the chatter continued to grow, turning it into a trending topic across platforms. Priyanka Chopra and Dua Lipa clash speculates new rift buzz Amid the noise, Priyanka subtly reacted in her own way. The actress reportedly liked an Instagram reel that called out people for overanalyzing the situation and creating unnecessary narratives. The reel criticised how quickly social media jumps to conclusions, especially when it comes to celebrity interactions, and urged viewers not to assume tension where there may be none. Her quiet gesture was seen by fans as a dignified response, choosing not to engage directly in controversy while still making her stance clear. Many supported her approach, praising her for handling the situation with grace rather than fuelling speculation. The incident took place at a glamorous Bulgari high jewellery event in Milan, which brought together several global stars, including Priyanka Chopra, Dua Lipa, Anne Hathaway and others. The evening was meant to celebrate luxury, fashion, and international talent, but the viral clip briefly shifted attention away from the event itself. On Priyanka Chopra's recent appearance Despite the online chatter, Priyanka’s presence at the event was widely appreciated, with her fashion choices and global appeal continuing to earn praise. The actress, who has built a strong international career, remains one of the most prominent Indian faces on the global stage. Meanwhile, fans continue to debate the viral moment, with many pointing out how easily brief clips can be misinterpreted. Priyanka’s reaction, however, seems to underline a larger message sometimes, silence and subtlety speak louder than direct statements. As the buzz gradually settles, the episode highlights the power of social media in shaping narratives, often turning fleeting moments into major conversations without full context.
29 March,2026 03:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAnimator and director Barry Caldwell, who was best known for his work on popular shows like 'Animaniacs' and 'Pinky and the Brain,' has passed away. He was 68. Caldwell had a long and respected career in animation and was known for his work as an artist, designer, and director. The news of his death was shared by his longtime friend and fellow animator Paul Dini on social media. Dini shared an emotional note about remembering his longtime friend. In a Facebook post, he wrote, "Barry Caldwell was one of the first animation artists I met when I started my career fresh out of school way back around 1980. He was also one of the finest artists I ever met, and easily one of the best people. The man's talent as a cartoonist, designer and director was revered throughout the industry and I'll get to that." Talking about how the news affected him, Dini further added, "When Dan Haskett told me today Barry had passed, it was like a silent cannonball blowing away a piece of my world. A lot of people's worlds, actually. Barry was admired, celebrated and loved by just about everyone, myself included, for many more reasons than I can list here. Gonna miss you, pally." According to Deadline, Barry Caldwell was born on June 19, 1957, in New York City. He trained at the School of Visual Arts and started his career in animation in 1980 with 'Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids.' Over the years, he worked with major studios like Warner Bros. Animation, Walt Disney Television Studios, and DreamWorks. He contributed to several well-known shows including 'The Smurfs,' 'He-Man and the Masters of the Universe,' 'The Tom and Jerry Comedy Show,' and 'Chip 'n' Dale Rescue Rangers.' He also worked on projects like 'Tiny Toon Adventures,' 'The Tigger Movie,' 'Osmosis Jones,' 'Kim Possible,' and 'DreamWorks Dragons.' This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
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