Hailey Bieber has responded to the ongoing criticism of her marriage to Justin Bieber. "Well, I thought seven years in it would've already, and it hasn't," she said, adding, "You would think after having a child, people would maybe move on, chill out a little bit, but no," reported People. Hailey further shared, "So I guess these bitches are going to be mad." Justin also shared photos from the shoot along with a post. "Yo this reminds me when Hailey and I got into a huge fight," he began in the Instagram caption. "I told hails that she would never be on the cover of Vogue. Yikes, I know, so mean." The singer recalled at the time of the argument, he "felt so disrespected" and "thought I gotta get even." "I think as we mature, we realise that we're not helping anything by getting even," he continued. "We're honestly just prolonging what we really want, which is intimacy and connection," as per the outlet. He concluded the post with an apology to Hailey, saying, "So baby u already know but forgive me for saying u wouldn't get a vogue cover cuz clearly I was sadly mistaken," reported People. Justin later deleted the caption, replacing it with a series of emojis. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Justin Bieber (@justinbieber) Hailey spoke about the challenges in making people "understand" her, or "know who I am, or see me for me." Whenever she has tried to "correct a narrative," she explained, people accuse her of lying. Later, she started taking advice from her husband on dealing with criticism. "I've learned so much from Justin, really," she said. "He's been doing this literally since he was a child and he has had to face the most scrutiny of any person that I know. He was like, 'Baby, trust me, I've been here before many, many times. You're not going to win. There is no winning,'" as per the outlet. The singer also reflected on his marriage, saying, "I've done a lot of dumb things in my life, but the smartest thing I've ever done was marry Hailey," reported People. The couple tied the knot with a civil ceremony in 2018 before celebrating with a star-studded wedding in 2019. On August 23, 2024, the pair announced the arrival of their son, Jack Blues. 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
22 May,2025 03:15 PM IST | Washington | ANIAfter "Mission Impossible - The Final Reckoning" Hollywood star Tom Cruise has joined forces with Academy Award winner director Alejandro G. Inarritu for his next. During Cannes 2025, 'The Revenant' maker told The Hollywood Reporter that his next with Cruise has been tentatively named "Judy". He added that they have already concluded the shoot for the drama in London. Talking about the film, Inarritu said, “All I can say is it is a brutal, wild comedy of catastrophic proportions. It’s insane." The director revealed he is aware that this film is not something the audience expects from him and Cruise's combo. "It’s scary and funny, and beautiful. I know comedy is not what people expect from me, or Tom, and making this film was terrifying for me, but I don’t like to repeat myself, and every film should scare you a little," he added. Back in February 2024, one of Cruise's representatives confirmed that he had joined forces with Inarritu. Aside from Cruise, the project is also likely to star German actress Sandra Hüller, Jesse Plemons, Riz Ahmed, Emma D’Arcy, Sophie Wilde, Michael Stuhlbarg, and John Goodman. Meanwhile, Cruise was recently in London to attend the premiere of "Mission Impossible - The Final Reckoning." Made under the direction of Christopher McQuarrie, the eighth and final installment in the "Mission: Impossible" series has Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Esai Morales, Pom Klementieff, Henry Czerny, and Angela Bassett reprising their roles from the franchise. However, this time, Holt McCallany, Janet McTeer, Nick Offerman, Hannah Waddingham, and Tramell Tillman have also joined the cast of the drama. Screened at Cannes on May 14, "Mission Impossible - The Final Reckoning" is scheduled for a theatrical release in the United States on May 23. The film reached the Indian audience six days early on May 17. 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
22 May,2025 03:15 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSThe ‘Game of Thrones’ star Sophie Turner is waiting for the arrival of someone special. The actress, 29, recently featured in a rom-com-inspired video that encourages the audience to “sip Into something fresher”. When the short film begins, Turner is “somewhere in the South of France”, reclining under an umbrella when she’s distracted by a series of texts on her phone, reports ‘People’ magazine. “On my way. Can’t wait to see you”, read the messages, followed by a red heart. “He’s on his way”, Turner announces, as she pulls down her sunglasses with a smile. “Don’t worry, I’m thoroughly prepared”, she then assures the viewer. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ST-GERMAIN® Liqueur (@stgermaindrinks) As per ‘People’, the video, made in association with a liquor brand, then cuts to the actress in a kitchen as she tosses a lime in the air and catches it, but that doesn’t mean she’s about to prepare dinner for the visitor. “Oh, you didn’t think I was going to cook, did you?” she asks, before calling a delivery service and asking for “something fresh and fast”. She’s then seen opening a bottle of the liquor brand and pouring the contents into a glass. After arranging the takeout dishes perfectly on plates, she makes one request. “Let’s keep this between us”, she says to the camera right before the doorbell rings, adding, “Showtime”. Turner, who demonstrates how to make her cocktail of choice in a how-to video, opened up about why she wanted to collaborate with the brand. She said, “I’m thrilled to continue my partnership with a brand that not only embodies my philosophy of embracing the lighter side of life, but also makes me look pretty good behind a bar”. ““I’m excited to finally show off my bartending skills in this summer’s sequel and, whilst I might not be a chef, when it comes to making the perfect drink, I’ve definitely found my signature”, she added. Last year, Turner starred in another short film for the brand, also set in the South of France. 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
22 May,2025 03:14 PM IST | Los Angeles | IANSSinger-songwriter Ed Sheeran recently shared that he has made the guest list for Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's upcoming wedding. When asked if he had received an invite, Sheeran said, "Mm-hmm." He then confirmed that Blanco, with whom he has collaborated on several songs, attended his intimate wedding to wife Cherry Seaborn in 2018, reported People. Last month, Blanco shared an update on wedding planning, "We haven't figured out anything in our wedding yet," he said while appearing alongside his fiancee on the April 30 episode of the Table Manners with Jessie and Lennie Ware podcast, as per the outlet. "The only thing I've said straight up, as a part of the food, is that I want [Jewish cook and food writer] Jake [Cohen] to do the challah," the music producer continued. "That's all I care about. He makes the best challah I've ever had." Earlier, Gomez shared that the couple will be skipping a popular wedding tradition -- the first dance. Blanco noted that it's because the 'Only Murders in the Building' star is "shy," reported People. However, Gomez noted that she would be open to doing a "a special dance" with her maternal grandfather to allow him to experience being a part of wedding events that he missed out on when her mom got married, reported People. Gomez and Blanco have both shared their perspectives on their first date, and while they did not initially expect to develop feelings for each other, they eventually realized their connection. Blanco, 37, said that he felt comfortable and excited around Gomez, and he knew she was the one when they started hanging out more. Blanco described his experience with Gomez, and said, "Every day I was with her I was so excited for what was going to happen, yet so at ease with everything... I was like, 'Wow, I really truly met my soulmate." The couple got engaged in December 2024 after months of casual dating and eventually went public with their relationship. 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
22 May,2025 02:06 PM IST | M | ANIActor and comedian George Wendt, who earned six consecutive Emmy nominations for his performance as Norm Peterson on 'Cheers', passed away on Tuesday, reported Variety. He was 76 years old. As per the outlet, Wendt's death was confirmed by his publicist, Melissa Nathan. She released a statement asking for privacy for the actor's family during this tough time. "George was a doting family man, a well-loved friend and confidant to all of those lucky enough to have known him. He will be missed forever. The family has requested privacy during this time," as quoted by Variety. After starting as a comedian, Wendt became a television actor after he landed his breakout role of Norm Peterson, whose regular first line, "Afternoon Everybody", became one of the fan-beloved motifs of the series, as per the outlet. Wendth earned six Emmy nods in the supporting actor in a comedy series category during his tenure as one of the main cast members across all the seasons of 'Cheers', reported Variety. He reprised his role in 'Cheers' spinoffs 'The Totellis' and 'Frasier'. Tributes quickly poured in after his family confirmed that the "Cheers" star passed away on Tuesday. His co-star Ted Danson shared a statement as quoted by Variety and wrote, "I am devastated to hear that Georgie is no longer with us. I am sending all my love to Bernadette and the children. It is going to take me a long time to get used to this. I love you, Georgie." Rhea Perlman, who played waitress Carla Tortelli in the series 'Cheers' shared a loving memory of her with the actor during the shooting of NBC's comedy series. "George Wendt was the sweetest, kindest man I ever met. It was impossible not to like him. As Carla, I was often standing next to him, as Norm always took the same seat at the end of the bar, which made it easy to grab him and beat the crap out of him at least once a week. I loved doing it and he loved pretending it didn't hurt. What a guy! I'll miss him more than words can say," wrote Perlman in a statement as quoted by Variety. The actor's immense resume of TV guest credits features titles like 'Hot in Cleveland,' 'The Twilight Zone,' 'Columbo,' 'George Lopez' and 'Fresh Off the Boat.' Wendt is survived by his wife and three children. 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
22 May,2025 11:19 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIModel and entrepreneur Hailey Bieber has shared candid details about the challenges she faced during and after the birth of her first child, Jack Blues Bieber, with husband and pop star Justin Bieber. According to E! News, in a recent interview, Hailey revealed that while welcoming her son in August 2024 was a life-changing experience, it was also marked by unexpected and frightening complications. "Giving birth was the hardest thing I've ever done," the 28-year-old model said, recalling the physically demanding process that lasted 18 hours and included medical induction and labour without pain medication. Despite preparing extensively through workouts and pelvic-floor therapy, Hailey had to undergo induction using a Foley balloon catheter, which she described as an extremely uncomfortable procedure. "They broke my water. I went into labour and I laboured for a few hours. No epidural, nothing," Hailey said, reflecting on the intense experience. But the most concerning part came after the delivery. Following Jack's birth, Hailey experienced heavy postpartum bleeding, a condition medically referred to as postpartum haemorrhage, which she said was "a little bit scary." "I trust my doctor with my life," she emphasised, "and so I had peace that I knew she would never let anything happen to me. But I was bleeding really badly, and people die, and the thought crosses your mind," she said in the interview, as quoted by E! News. As doctors worked to manage the haemorrhage with medications, Hailey recalled the distress of being temporarily separated from her newborn. "You start to get a little freaked out. I wanted to hold my baby. I wanted to be with him," she said. Fortunately, her medical team was able to stabilise the situation using a Jada device, a vacuum-assisted tool that helps control postpartum bleeding. Hailey expressed immense gratitude for her doctors and added that despite the ordeal, she would "do it all again," though she plans to expand her family "one kid at a time." Hailey also spoke about Justin's support during labour and how the experience deepened their bond. "My woman is a god. A superhero. I could never," she recalled him thinking, adding that his awe at the process meant everything to her, as quoted by E! News. However, even amid the joy of motherhood, Hailey acknowledged the emotional toll of facing public scrutiny and online rumours, especially during the sensitive postpartum phase. "Being postpartum is the most sensitive time I've ever gone through in my life," she said, adding, "And learning a new version of myself is very difficult. To be doing that all the while going on the internet every day, and people being like, 'They're getting divorced,' 'They're this,' 'They're not happy'... it's such a mindf--k." Despite the challenges, Hailey described herself as "walking in the days I always dreamed of," as she embraces her new chapter as a mother alongside Justin. 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
22 May,2025 10:59 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIActor Elle Fanning has been signed for The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. She will be seen in the role of Effie Trinket. The series is an adaptation of the bestselling book of the same name by Suzanne Collins. Fanning joins previously announced cast members Joseph Zada as Haymitch Abernathy, Whitney Peak as Lenore Dove Baird, Mckenna Grace as Maysilee Donner, Jesse Plemons as Plutarch Heavensbee, Maya Hawke as Wiress, Kelvin Harrison Jr as Beetee, Lili Taylor as Mags, Ben Wang as Wyatt, and Ralph Fiennes as President Snow. MollyMcCann will also appear as Louella, while Iona Bell will portray her Capitol-assigned lookalike Lou. As per reports, Effie, who was portrayed by Elizabeth Banks in the original four Hunger Games films, enters Sunrise as stylist to District 12 Tribute Haymitch Abernathy in the leadup to the 50th Hunger Games. Fanning most recently starred in the Oscar-nominated film, A Complete Unknown (2024). She will next be seen in Joachim Trier’s Sentimental Value, which premièred in Cannes. Other upcoming projects include the Apple TV+ series Margo’s Got Money Troubles for David E Kelley, and 20th Century’s Predator: Badlands, in theatres this fall. “From the moment Suzanne released the book, one question echoed from fans around the world: Who will play Effie? Elizabeth Banks made her iconic, so who could honour that legacy while bringing us back to Effie’s early, most formative days? For us, there was only one answer,” says Lionsgate Motion Picture Group co-president Erin Westerman. “Elle Fanning’s career has been transcendent. She has a rare presence, warm, sparkling and layered with extraordinary depth. She was the undeniable fan favourite from the start, and we’re honoured she answered the call. The odds, it turns out, were in our favour,” they added. Elle Fanning’s upcoming work . Joachim Trier’s Sentimental Value (premièred in Cannes). Apple TV+ series Margo’s Got Money Troubles . 20th Century’s Predator: Badlands 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
22 May,2025 08:24 AM IST | Los Angeles | AgenciesNicole Kidman recently shared a personal part of her creative process while speaking at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival. The 57-year-old actress was in France on Sunday, May 18, for a conversation with Variety's Angelique Jackson before receiving the prestigious Women in Motion Award from Kering. During the chat, Kidman said she often wakes up in the middle of the night to write. "I do it at 3 a.m., writing sessions. I wake up and I'll write something, be it a dream or something circulating in my head and my life and my heart at that time," she shared, according to The Hollywood Reporter. "I think 2 and 3 a.m. is a very, very ripe time for things to happen because you're in that slightly removed state from reality, but your your dreams and your psyche are very, very there and very present," she added. Even though she writes regularly, Kidman said she does not have any plans to co-write a project right now. But she added, "I always say no and turn around and change my mind." Kidman chose an all-black outfit for the conversation, including low-rise jeans and a fitted leather jacket. Later, she changed into a custom red lace Balenciaga gown for the award ceremony. The Oscar-winning actress did not have a film showing at Cannes this year. She was last seen in the Prime Video movie Holland and recently returned to her role in Nine Perfect Strangers on Hulu. Up next, she will be seen alongside Sandra Bullock in Practical Magic 2, which is set to release in theaters on September 18, 2026. 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
21 May,2025 01:53 PM IST | Cannes | ANIHollywood actress Scarlett Johansson had her moment at the ongoing edition of the Cannes Film Festival. The actress' feature directorial debut “Eleanor the Great" competing in the Un Certain Regard competition. The film stars June Squibb, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Erin Kellyman, and it earned Johansson and her cast a five-minute standing ovation, reports 'Variety'. Johansson was escorted by her all-powerful agent and CEO of CAA, Bryan Lourd. As per 'Variety', her husband, “Weekend Update” anchor Colin Jost, arrived solo and mingled with Sony Pictures Classics executives Tom Bernard and Michael Barker. Reigning best actor Oscar winner Adrien Brody and his partner Georgina Chapman also attended, chatting up Jost. Introducing the film, Johansson said premiering it at Cannes is “really a dream come true”. “When you make a film that’s an independent film like this, no one’s doing it for the money, surprise, surprise”, she continued. “Really, everyone that came together for this film came together because they loved the story, the script so much. It’s a film about many things, it’s about friendship, it’s about grief, it’s about forgiveness. And I think those are all themes that we can use a lot more of these days”. “Eleanor the Great” sees Squibb play the witty and proudly troublesome 94-year-old Eleanor Morgenstein, who after a devastating loss, tells a tale that takes on a dangerous life of its own. After the screening ended to rapturous applause, Johansson gave Squibb a tender hug that seemed to go on for several minutes. She later described her lead star as “truly inspiring”. She also called Kellyman an “absolute revelation” and said she was “so excited for the world to meet her”. “It’s a film that I feel is historic and also very timely now, and so I hope that you all carry it with you the way that I carry Eleanor with me”, Johansson said as the clapping came to a close. Johansson is on double duty this year in Cannes, as she’s also among the bumper star cast of Wes Anderson’s “The Phoenician Scheme”. She’s also something of a Cannes veteran, having previously attended for Anderson’s last film “Asteroid City” in 2023. Prior to that, she was in Cannes for two Woody Allen films, “Vicky Cristina Barcelona” in 2008 and for “Match Point” in 2005. Johansson produced “Eleanor the Great” with Jonathan Lia, and Keenan Flynn for These Pictures, Kara Durrett and Jessamine Burgum for Pinky Promise, and Celine Rattray and Trudie Styler of Maven Screen Media. Wayfarer Studios co-financed the film with Content Engineers, Pinky Promise and MacPac. Steve Sarowitz, Justin Baldoni, Jamey Heath and Andrew Calof are executive producing for Wayfarer Studios. Ezra Gabay and Raj Kishor Khaware are executive producing on behalf of Content Engineers. 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
21 May,2025 11:50 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSThe second trailer of the upcoming Jurassic World: Rebirth has been unveiled. The film, starring Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey, and Mahershala Ali, is the seventh installment in the Jurassic franchise. It is directed by Gareth Edwards and written by David Koepp, who also wrote the screenplay for the original 1993 film Jurassic Park. About Jurassic World: Rebirth trailer The story is set five years after the events of Jurassic World: Dominion. Johansson plays Zora Bennett, who, along with her team, tries to extract the DNA of some of the largest and most dangerous dinosaur species to save millions of lives. The trailer shows Johansson and Ali arriving on the island, where they learn that the theme park employees' "experimental work" left only the most aggressive dinosaurs behind. This leads to terrifying encounters, including a family being chased on a raft and scientists being hunted down. During their expedition, the team encounters a civilian family whose boat capsized after encountering an aquatic dinosaur. Scarlett Johansson calls being a part of Jurassic film lifelong dream, “It has been a lifelong dream to be in a Jurassic movie for the last 15 years. Each time I heard they were making one, I’d reach out and say, ‘I’m available,’” said Johansson at CinemaCon earlier this year. The Jurassic World franchise is gearing up for its next blockbuster with Rebirth scheduled to hit theatres on July 2, 2025. Directed by Gareth Edwards, the film is based on a script by David Koepp, with characters originally created by Michael Crichton. Speaking about his involvement, director Gareth Edwards shared, “I suffered from a rare condition in childhood where I was compelled to watch Jurassic Park at least 10 times a year. I thought there was no cure—until last year, when I received this miraculous email with a screenplay attached,” he joked. Johansson praised the director for making the film feel "realistic and authentic" by shooting in isolated locations. Edwards added that he wanted the audience to experience the movie as a thrilling “roller coaster ride.” The film, set in a world that has become increasingly inhospitable to dinosaurs, continues to explore humanity’s complex relationship with these ancient creatures.
21 May,2025 11:47 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentVeteran Hollywood star Judi Dench feels fortunate that she has been able to do a job that she loves in the form of acting for so many years. Dench told My Weekly magazine: "I feel very lucky to be part of the two per cent of people who wanted to do something and were able to make a living at it. "I never cease to be grateful of the fact that I am able to do a job that I really love – I never got over that. I think the key to happiness is gratitude." The Oscar-winner’s ability to work has been limited by the macular degeneration that has badly affected her eyesight, although she remains "in love with life", reports femalefirst.co.uk. The former James Bond actress said: "Be thankful for what you have, and you'll find abundance in every aspect of your life. I'm in love with life even though it is a beautiful mess – but that's what makes it so incredible." The actress is widely seen as a national treasure in Britain but she quipped that she sees the title in another way. She said: "It's dusty and dreary. It's like I've been picked up and put inside a little glass-fronted cabinet. Then they've locked the door so I can't get out." Earlier this year, Dench said that she lost her voice for two days after being scared by a close encounter with a snake when she starred in a 1987 production of William Shakespeare's 'Antony and Cleopatra'. Dench, who was playing the female lead in the play, told the BBC Radio 4 documentary 'Roleplay': "One night, the boys taking me [carrying me] kept hissing. I was wondering what on earth was going on. "Then, back on stage at the very end of the play, the snake fell out of my wig as I did my bow. I was so scared I lost my voice for two days." Meanwhile, the actress previously hit out at the increasing trend for trigger warnings being read out before stage plays and suggested that those of a sensitive disposition should stay away from the theatre. She said: "My God, it must be a pretty long trigger warning before 'King Lear' or 'Titus Andronicus'. I can see why they exist, but if you're that sensitive, don't go to the theatre, because you could be very shocked. Where is the surprise of seeing and understanding it in your own way?" 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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