Author: Mariya Saji Perumpral

Mariya is an English graduate, who is an avid reader, a passionate photographer and a thinker. Being a film buff herself, she loves to explore the entertainment industry. Curiosity is her virtue and she is a fun-lover!

‘Barbie’ creates havoc in Vietnam  - Asiana Times

The latest release of the scenes from the highly anticipated movie leads to an outburst in Vietnam, thus effecting a ban on ‘Barbie’ Key Highlights The Margot Robbie – Ryan Gosling starrer ‘Barbie’ had become an internet sensation recently for its stellar casting as well as for being the outcome of Greta Gerwig’s directorial efforts. But alas, Vietnam had different plans as they banned the looked-forward movie for its depiction of the controversial ‘nine-dash line’ of the South China Map. The South China Map Controversy The ban on the film is directly linked to a scene released recently that showcase…

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‘The Crew’ announces its release date  - Asiana Times

No need for the long wait! The much-awaited Rhea Kapoor and Ekta Kapoor project ‘The Crew’ is set to release soon. Key Highlights ‘The Crew’ is set to release on March 2024, the producers of the movie announced today through a post on Instagram. The fans are highly anticipated to hear further news about the movie. The producers Ekta and Rhea Kapoor have conjoined after Veere Di Wedding to create another surreal project for the audience. This is Rhea Kapoor’s dream project. ‘The Crew’ Release Fans and spectators have been eager to learn more about ‘The Crew’ since the film’s…

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Leslye Headland to direct ‘Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo’ - Asiana Times

The much-awaited adaptation of the New York best-selling novel to be directed by Leslye Headland. Key Highlights The New York best-selling novel, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo is set to be directed by Leslye Headland, Netflix announced yesterday. The script is written by Liz Tigelaar, with Liza Chasin producing for 3Dot Productions as well as Brad Mendelsohn producing for Circle of Confusion. Executive producers will be Jenkins Reid and Margaret Chernin. The casting announcement is to be done soon.  Leslye Headland given the helm after a long strive Netflix has been around for months to find a director for…

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My Lovely Liar releases new character posters  - Asiana Times

The new fantasy drama My Lovely Liar, starring Kim So Hyun and Hwang Minhyun is set to release soon! tvN released their character poster today. Key Highlights The character posters for the latest Korean drama My Lovely Liar (소용없어 거짓말) was released today, 28th June by tvN. The drama features Kim So Hyun and Hwang Minhyun as the leads. The plot of the drama includes where Mok Sol Hee (Kim So-Hyun) possesses a unique skill that allows her to determine whether or not individuals are lying. She despises her ability and considers it a misfortune. She can’t trust anyone because…

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British actor Julian Sands confirmed dead - Asiana Times

13th January 2024 witnessed a tragic event as Julian Sands was confirmed missing while hiking in the Baldy Bowl region of the San Gabriel Mountains. Key Highlights The famous warlock has finally succumbed to death. The British actor famous for his role as Warlock has been missing for the past five months. Sands went missing on 13th January 2024 in the Baldy Bowl region, due to harsh weather conditions. Sands was an experienced climber and an enthusiast but the extreme weather might have made it difficult for him. His hiking buddy and friend Kevin Ryan earlier stated that it was…

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EXO releases teaser images for the upcoming release - Asiana Times

EXO’s agency, SM Entertainment released their first teaser images for their upcoming track release ‘Hear Me Out’. This set focuses on Suho, D.o, and Sehun in bright colors with a playful hint.  Key Highlights On 25th June EXO released their first teaser images for their upcoming track ‘Hear Me Out’. They released the images via Twitter and the fans were ecstatic to see their favorite idols in bright colours and happy vibes. The first set of concept photos features Suho, the leader of the K-pop group, D.O., and Sehun, the youngest of the group. The upcoming album – EXIST EXO…

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Discord between SM Entertainment and Taeyeon’s fans - Asiana Times

Amidst the growing controversies on the mistreatment of idols, SM Entertainment is yet again targeted by the Girls’ Generation leader’s fans for her maltreatment in the agency.  Key Highlights The Global K-pop icon and Girls’ Generation leader Taeyeon unfollowed her SM Entertainment account on 24th June, due to the recent issues of maltreatment by the agency. The K-pop idol has subtly hinted at the mistreatment throughout the years and this time she did not hold back. Taeyeon’s fans came to support her through social media and are frustrated with the agency. They started to unfollow the same account following her…

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Kamal Haasan joins aboard in Project K - Asiana Times

The latest rendition by Nag Ashwin includes Ulaganayagan Kamal Haasan as the antagonist. Key Highlights Great news for fans as Project K announced its newest star cast – Ulaganayagan Kamal Haasan! Vyjayanthi Movies, the production house of the film gave the big reveal through Twitter. “Welcoming the greatest actor Ulaganayagan @ikamalhaasan. Our journey becomes Universal now. #ProjectK “, the post said. The announcement was made at noon today, the Vikram star is rumored to be paid an enormous amount of Rs.150 crore for the project, a much larger sum compared to the lead, Prabhas. But the actor denied this claim. …

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 Korean Singer Choi Sung-bong found dead - Asiana Times

Controversial Korea’s Got Talent Singer Choi Sung-bong was found dead in his apartment at the age of 33. Advance Warning: Mention of possible Suicide Key Highlights Korea’s Got Talent Sensation and Youtube Star Choi Sung-bong was found dead around 9:41 a.m. in his Gangam-gu apartment, which is said to be a possible suicide. The Seoul Police found the singer soon after he uploaded the “adieu” message to his fans on his Youtube Channel. The suicide is speculated to be a prior decision as notified by the police, though the autopsy is not conducted yet. Efforts are taken by the police…

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Mission: Impossible 7 Premieres Successfully at Rome  - Asiana Times

Under the Roman sky, the Spanish Steps of Rome shone with the stars of Mission: Impossible 7 with Tom Cruise in the forefront, with his charming smile and a blue suit with a matching vest. The Mission Impossible franchise was having a new addition- Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part One and the smiles were not only from Tom Cruise but also from the crowd who had been waiting for months for the release of the film. The good news is that after the constant delays, the movie is set to be released next month, much to the fans’ delight. We…

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