• Mon, January 20, 2025

by: Forbes

The Company Reeling In Profits From Upscale Movie Theaters

When you think of venues which are known for designer decor, food from celebrity chefs and stylish furniture, movie theaters don't spring to mind. They do in the Middle East.

by: 7NEWS

Leila Hayes, beloved Australian soap star and media personality, dies aged 85

In later years, Hayes lived a private life surrounded by family and loved ones. She is survived by her daughter Melissa, son-in-law Erik, and grandsons Lucian and Liam. Taking to Facebook a day after announcing Hayes' passing, Melissa thanked fans for the support in a heartfelt new message.

by: legit

Donald Trump: Yul Edochie speaks on making his next son bear US politician's name amid inauguration

Yul Edochie spoke glowingly about America's president-elect Donald Trump amid preliminaries for his inauguration and planned to name his next son after him.

by: LifestyleAsia

Top art, culture, and music events in Delhi in February 2025: What to do and where to go

There are several events in Delhi and NCR in February 2025 that would delight book lovers. The New Delhi World Book Fair is a must-attend for riveting discussions, signings, and engaging workshops with celebrated authors,

by: Vanguard

Tunde Ednut one of Nigeria's most hardworking internet celebrities - Peter Obi

Former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has penned a note on social media to celebrate the birthday of social media personality Tunde Ednut.

by: NDTV

What Is TikTok And How People Got Hooked To This Platform

Hours after TikTok went dark in the United States, President-elect Donald Trump announced that he would work with the Chinese video-sharing app to ensure it remained functional in America.

by: Firstpost

Disney+ Hotstar all set to bring to life a mesmerising tale of dreams and serendipity with Sweet Dreams with Mithila Palkar and Amol Parashar

Director Victor Mukherjee ticks all the boxes to come up with a story that perfectly aligns and captures the essence of today's millennial love

by: Indiatimes

Saif Ali Khan Attacked Live News: Mumbai police likely to recreate crime scene with accused

In a shocking incident, Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, husband of Kareena Kapoor Khan, was reportedly attacked duri

by: AOL

Donald Trump's mother: From a Scottish island to New York's elite

On the day Donald Trump is sworn in as US president for the second time we look back at his mother, Mary Anne MacLeod, who was born and brought up on the Hebridean island of Lewis but emigrated to New York to live a very different life.

by: Eurosport

How to watch AS Monaco v Aston Villa in 2024/25 UEFA Champions League on TNT Sports and discovery+ on UK TV, live stream

The UEFA Champions League heads into matchday seven, with Unai Emery's Aston Villa side looking to move a step closer to a place in the round of 16.

by: sinchew

Galaxy Macau Welcomes the Spring Festival with the Boom and Bloom Exhibition

An Exclusive Collaboration of Iconic Artistic IPs by Talented Artists from the Greater Bay Area, Celebrating Chinese Culture with Prosperity and JoyMACAU SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 20 January 2025 - Today,

by: Metro

Strictly star Tasha Ghouri's candid admission about Andrew Le Page days before split

Tasha Ghouri shared the toll Strictly Come Dancing had taken on her relationship with Andrew Le Page just days before her rumoured break-up. Tasha landed runner-up with pro-partner Aljaž Škorjanec on Strictly 2024, with Dianne Buswell and Chris McCausland, 34, securing the Glitterball Trophy.

by: Tuko

Mathew Nyamlori: Man who sat KCPE 9 times dies after battle with cancer

Mathew Nyamlori, known for his record nine attempts at the KCPE, has passed away after battling gastric cancer, leaving behind a legacy of resilience.

by: Reuters

Australia's Star Entertainment posts smaller quarterly loss

Australia's Star Entertainment posted a smaller second-quarter loss on Monday compared with the previous three-month period, as the casino operator benefited from its cost-out programme and strong December performance.

by: Tuko

Pastor Ng'ang'a Under Fire over Controversial Remarks on Women: "Disrespectful"

Neno Evangelism founder Pastor James Ng'ang'a faces backlash after controversial remarks on women, drawing condemnation from KEWOPA and netizens.

by: MSN

"14 hours too damn long": Netizens react hilariously to TikTok getting restored after 14 hours of Ban in the U.S.

Even a short outage seems like a lifetime to consumers of a site as large as TikTok. Thus, there was absolute chaos—and hilarity, of course—when TikTok was formally prohibited in the US for 14 hours.

by: MSN

BB 18's Rajat Dalal on Elvish Yadav manipulating fans by giving away iPhone 16

Bigg Boss 18's Rajat Dalal reacted to popular YouTuber Elvish Yadav manipulating fans by offering them expensive phones. Rajat emerged as the second runner-up of the reality TV show.

by: MSN

'You Are One in a Billion My Friend' SRK Reacts to Coldplay's Chris Martin's Shoutout; Watch

Rock band Coldplay led by lead singer Chris Martin performed at Navi Mumbai's DY Patil Stadium on Saturday and Sunday and a clip from the concert is now viral on social media. In the short clip, Chris Martin can be seen giving a shoutout to Shah Rukh Khan while performing a song for the fans.

by: MSN

'Stop this now': Kareena Kapoor Khan sends strong message over family scrutiny following Saif Ali Khan's attack

Kareena Kapoor has urged media and paparazzi to respect her family's privacy as Saif Ali Khan recovers in Lilavati Hospital after being attacked at their home. Despite her plea, media presence persists,

by: MSN

First Look Released For Dhyan Sreenivasan's Detective Ujjwalan

We had reported earlier that actor Dhyan Sreenivasan would be headlining an upcoming film titled Detective Ujjwalan, which would be produced by Weekend Blockbusters, and when the makers announced that the film had hit the floors for shoot.

by: MSN

Here's what 'Skeem Saam' star Mosa Nkwashu said about Lewatle

Rising star and beautu queen Mosa Nkwashu who was doing her matric in 2024 has been mum about her grade 12 results. She plays Lewatle in Skeem Saam.

by: MSN

Who Was Yogesh Mahajan? Known About The TV Actor Who Was Found Dead At His Home

Television actor Yogesh Mahajan, who appeared in shows like Adaalat, Jai Shri Krishna, Chakravartin Ashoka Samrat, and Devon Ke Dev Mahadev among others, passed away on Sunday (January 19). He was 49.

by: MSN

Bigg Boss 18 Finale: Rajat Dalal eliminated, battle for trophy between Vivian Dsena and Karan Veer Mehra

In a shocking elimination fitness influencer Rajat Dalal has been eliminated from the Bigg Boss 18 grand finale. This time elimination was straight and crisp as Salman Khan announced the name of the contestant who couldn't make it to the top two of the show.

by: MSN

I'm a pro wrestler from Edinburgh who's made waves in WWE - now I've won World Title held by Hall of Famers

Scotland has a professional wrestling world champion after an Edinburgh-born grappler triumphed on Sunday night.

by: MSN

Tyla Rocks natural hair at Pretoria show, fans compare her style to Whitney Houston's iconic look

Tyla showed off her stunning natural hair at her Pretoria concert. Social media users compared the Grammy Award winner's look to Whitney Houston's style.

by: MSN

8 major bombshells in the damning Vanity Fair article on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex quit life as senior royals in 2020 and have now been living in America for the last five years.

by: MSN

'Young, Famous & African': Annie reveals miscarriage with twins

Annie Idibia revealed that she suffered a miscarriage while being pregnant with twins last year on an episode of 'Young, Famous & African'.

by: MSN

Connie Ferguson warns fans about TikTok impersonators

The South African actress Connie Ferguson recently broke her silence regarding the fake accounts that uses her name and pictures on social media.

by: MSN

When you start from zero, wealth takes time: Mumbai man's post strikes a chord

In a post on LinkedIn, a Mumbai-based man shared his journey of starting from zero and the realisation that wealth, for many, takes time - often generations - to accumulate.

by: MSN

'Trophy Bhai Se Upar Nahi Hai': Rajat Dalal Reacts To Journalist Who Asked If Elvish Yadav Is The Reason He Didn't Win Bigg Boss 18 (VIDEO)

Social media influencer and national-level weightlifter Rajat Dalal became the second runner-up of Salman Khan's controversial reality show Bigg Boss 18. While Karan Veer Mehra lifted the trophy and took home Rs 50 lakh cash prize,

by: MSN

Coldplay Mumbai concert: Vijay Varma, Papon, Kusha Kapila and other celebs attend

Coldplay's Mumbai concert was a grand affair with several stars in attendance. The actors shared their experience of attending the beautiful evening. Coldplay will next perform in Mumbai on January 21.

by: MSN

DJ Fresh announces his return to Radio 702 after 4 years away

The South African radio personality and podcaster DJ Fresh recently announced excitedly that he will return to his first love, radio, in April 2025.

by: MSN

Viral Video: Doctor performs own vasectomy as 'gift for wife'; social media reacts

In a daring act of love, Taiwanese surgeon Chen Wei-nong performs a vasectomy on himself, sharing the entire process in a viral video. His risky decision sparks a mix of admiration and concern from viewers,

by: MSN

From Nelly to Underwood: The surprising celebrity invasion of Donald Trump's Presidential inauguration

Carrie Underwood's participation in Trump's 2025 inauguration highlights shifting celebrity support for the president. While past inaugurations struggled with star power, recent events have seen more entertainers aligning with Trump.

by: MSN

Abi Marquez matapang na kumasa sa hamon sa kanya ni Gordon Ramsay na "BEEF WELLINGTON LUMPIA"

Abi Marquez was challenged by the world-renowned chef, Gordon Ramsay. On TikTok, Ramsay asked Marquez if she could make spring rolls made of beef wellington.

by: MSN

Taarak Mehta fame Kanwalpreet Singh opens up about shocking incident, says 'One popular actress approached me to act as her boyfriend just for reels to get viewership'

Kanwalpreet Singh revealed that a popular actress requested him to pretend to be her boyfriend for Instagram reels to boost her online popularity. He declined, noting the extreme measures people take for social media fame.

by: MSN

Khanyi Mbau's ex-husband: Where did Mandla Mthembu disappear to?

Many netizens on social media wondered where Khanyi Mbau's ex-husband and babby daddy Mandla Mthembu is after he miraculously disappeared into thin air.

by: MSN

Inno Morolong turns to God: Netizens share their reactions

The South African social media influencer and reality TV star Inno Morolong recently turned to God as she was spotted attending a church sermon in Free State.

by: MSN

Bigg Boss 18: Ahead of its grand finale, here are 9 of the most controversial moments & fights from this season

As we eagerly await the grand winner, let's take a moment to revisit some of the most talked-about and controversial moments that have made Bigg Boss 18 one of the best seasons yet. Read on.

by: MSN

Local TikTok creators break down the negative impacts of the nationwide ban

Popular social media app TikTok is set to be banned in the U.S. on Saturday night at midnight. Last year Congress voted to ban the app for American users, citing cyber-security concerns with Chinese parent company,

by: MSN

Cassper Nyovest talks confidence struggles and new music

The South African rapper and businessman Cassper Nyovest has announced on social media that he will be dropping new music regularly from now onwards.

by: MSN

BTS' V's current playlist includes a song from BLACKPINK's Rose's rosie

BTS' V took to social media to share some songs with his fans from his current playlist. The singer listed out I Want by Mk.gee, Crybaby by SZA, Mama by Kim Pil Sun, Funny Papers by Mac Miller, The Dress by Dijon and Rose's stay a little longer as his recent favourites.

by: MSN

PICS: Bigg Boss 18 winner Karan Veer Mehra's FIRST social media post after BB victory grabs eyeballs; actor looks fiery as he poses with trophy, mom and sister

Bigg Boss 18 grand finale turned out to be a huge festival for the audience, and the night concluded with Salman Khan declaring Karan Veer Mehra as the winner. It was after his immediate win in Khatron Ke Khiladi 14 that the actor entered the controversial house and remained locked inside for more than three months.

by: MSN

Why Won't NCIS: Sydney Season 2 Release on January 31? Delay Explained

At the time of writing, CBS hasn't announced the special's title, which will be scheduled in NCIS: Sydney's place on January 31. The series' first season premiered in Nove

by: MSN

Molly-Mae's journey unveiled: Release details, episodes, and themes

Behind It All, premieres on Amazon Prime Video on January 17, 2025. The first part features three episodes delving into her breakup with Tommy Fury and challenges as a businesswoman and mother. The second part,

by: MSN

TikTok Ban Threatens the Livelihood of Artists and Small Business Owners

TikTok, for most social media users, is an app where they could doomscroll to cat videos. For artists and small businesses in the US that thrived off the platform, the TikTok ban in effect is a threat to their livelihood.

by: MSN

BB 18 winner Karan Veer on 'paid media' accusations: Wish I had so much money

Bigg Boss 18 winner recalled his journey in the show. The actor, in an exclusive interview, also reacted to 'paid media' claims.

by: MSN

Who is Himani Mor, Olympian Neeraj Chopra's wife?

Neeraj Chopra, the Indian Olympic gold medalist, married Himani Mor in an intimate ceremony held in Shimla. The wedding was attended by close family and friends. Himani is a sports enthusiast and tennis player currently studying in the USA.

The Company Reeling In Profits From Upscale Movie Theaters

When you think of venues which are known for designer decor, food from celebrity chefs and stylish furniture, movie theaters don't spring to mind. They do in the Middle East.
The article from Forbes, published on January 20, 2025, discusses how CineLux, a company specializing in upscale movie theaters, is capitalizing on the demand for luxury cinema experiences. CineLux has transformed traditional movie-going by offering plush seating, gourmet dining options, and state-of-the-art technology, which has led to a significant increase in profits. The company's strategy includes targeting affluent demographics, providing exclusive screenings, and integrating high-end amenities like private viewing rooms and in-theater dining services. This approach not only enhances the viewer's experience but also allows CineLux to charge premium ticket prices, resulting in a notable revenue boost. The article highlights how this niche market strategy has allowed CineLux to thrive in an industry often challenged by streaming services and changing consumer habits.

Read the Full Forbes Article at:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/carolinereid/2025/01/20/the-company-reeling-in-profits-from-upscale-movie-theaters/