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entertainment1 year ago

"India's 'Fighter' Soars Past ₹100 Crore at Global Box Office"

India's local film "Fighter" starring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone soared to a $25.1M global debut, while Hollywood milestones were reached with "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" crossing $400M worldwide and "Migration" surpassing $200M globally. Miramax's "The Beekeeper" hit $100M worldwide, and Searchlight's "Poor Things" grossed $10M internationally following its 11 Oscar nominations. Additionally, "Anyone But You" saw a 3% increase internationally, and "Oppenheimer" re-released after receiving 13 Oscar nominations, becoming Universal's 8th biggest film at the international box office.

entertainment2 years ago

Aquaman 2: Box Office Prospects and Premiere Concerns

"Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" is projected to top the box office in its opening weekend, but with a soft target of $35-40 million, it may face challenges in a year that has seen superhero movies flop. Warner Bros. has scaled back marketing efforts for the sequel, and reviews remain under embargo. Other movies entering the box office race include "Migration," targeting family audiences, and "The Iron Claw" and "Anyone but You," which are expected to have lower openings. Theater owners are concerned about a lackluster holiday season without a potential blockbuster.

film2 years ago

'Aquaman 2' Release Date Pushed Back Again, Robert De Niro's 'Wise Guys' Renamed 'Alto Knights'

The release date for "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" has been shifted to Friday, December 22, 2023, instead of December 20. Warner Bros. aims to capture more box office revenue closer to the Christmas Day holiday weekend. In addition, the Robert De Niro mobster movie, previously titled "Wise Guys," has been renamed "Alto Knights" and moved from February 2, 2023, to November 15, 2024, due to the ongoing actors' strike.

entertainment2 years ago

Release Date Changes and Renaming: 'Aquaman 2' Delayed, 'Wise Guys' Transformed into 'Alto Knights'

Warner Bros. has shifted the release date of "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" from December 20 to December 22, giving the superhero film a traditional three-day opening. This change allows the film to have some distance from the release of the Timothée Chalamet film "Wonka" on December 15. Warner Bros. is also releasing the musical adaptation of "The Color Purple" on Christmas Day. Additionally, the studio has renamed the upcoming Robert De Niro film from "Wise Guys" to "Alto Knights" and moved its release date from February 2, 2024, to November 14, 2024.

entertainment2 years ago

"Aquaman 2: Jason Momoa's On-Set Drama, Amber Heard's Scenes Cut, and Elon Musk's Letter to WB"

Documents from the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard defamation trial have surfaced, revealing allegations of a hostile "Aquaman" set where Jason Momoa, allegedly intoxicated, dressed like Depp and pushed to have Heard removed from her role as Mera. However, a DC spokesperson and insiders deny these claims, stating that Momoa conducted himself professionally and that he and Heard got along on set. The therapy notes also describe Heard feeling unsupported by director James Wan and treated like a pariah due to her legal battle with Depp. The article also discusses the behind-the-scenes battles over Heard's involvement in the sequel, the challenges faced by "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom," and the future of the DC universe under new leadership.

entertainment2 years ago

Warner Bros. Unveils 'Aquaman 2' Teaser Trailer, Fueling Excitement

Warner Bros. has released a teaser trailer for "Aquaman 2" after rumors circulated that the studio was scrapping marketing for the film. The lack of promotion had raised concerns among DC fans, with speculation that the studio was preparing for a potential box office failure. While it remains unclear if the rumors are true, the slow rollout of trailers is being taken seriously by some comic-centric outlets. Factors such as recent underperforming DC films, a costly production and marketing budget, reshoots, ongoing strikes, and controversy surrounding Amber Heard may have contributed to Warner Bros.' cautious approach to promoting "Aquaman 2."

entertainment2 years ago

Warner Bros. Abandons 'Aquaman 2' Marketing Amidst Negative Reception

Rumors suggest that Warner Bros. has given up on the upcoming film Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, citing concerns about its potential failure and lack of marketing budget. The studio's slow advertising for the film and recent disappointments like The Flash have fueled speculation about the future of the DCEU. While this should be taken with a grain of salt, it indicates a possible shift in focus towards the future of Warner Bros' comic book brand.

entertainment2 years ago

Amber Heard's Role in 'Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom' Confirmed Amid Controversy.

Amber Heard will reprise her role as Mera in "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom," despite online petitions calling for her removal from the film due to allegations of domestic violence against Johnny Depp. The trailer for the movie was shown at CinemaCon 2023, revealing Heard's appearance in a battle scene. The studio confirmed that Heard is indeed in the trailer. The movie, directed by James Wan, is set to release on December 20th.

entertainment2 years ago

Amber Heard's Appearance in Aquaman 2 Trailer Sparks Controversy Among Fans.

Amber Heard appears in the exclusive trailer of Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom as Mera, despite rumors that she was replaced by Emilia Clarke following her loss in the Johnny Depp trial. The trailer features Jason Momoa reprising his role as Aquaman and facing Black Manta in a battle scene. Warner Bros. has reportedly decided to kill Heard's screen time in the film but could not take the role of Mera from her. The movie is set to release on December 20, 2023.