Fri, March 7, 2025

by: Mint

Nadaaniyan Audience Review: Netizens stay divided on Ibrahim Ali Khan's screen presence in his debut movie

Bollywood superstar Saif Ali Khan's son, Ibrahim Ali Khan's first movie, Nadaaniyan, hit the Netflix screens on March 7. Netizens shared their opinion on Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor's first film debut.

by: People

All About "The King of Queens" Star Patton Oswalt's Daughter Alice

The 'A.P. Bio' star's daughter has already made her voice acting debut Patton Oswalt credits his daughter Alice with giving him a purpose in life. The comedian married true crime writer Michelle McNamara in September 2005,

by: AOL

Trace Cyrus Weighs In on Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's Relationship: 'Nail in the Coffin'

Trace Cyrus thinks Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's relationship is doomed if the producer continues to believe the Only Murders in The Building star is out of his league. Cyrus, who is the older brother of Miley Cyrus,

by: MSN

Old photo of iShowSpeed goes viral on social media and leaves fans confused: "This can't be the same person"

An old photo of Darren Jason Watkins Jr., better known online as iShowSpeed, went viral on social media, leaving the streamer's fans stunned. O post Old photo of iShowSpeed goes viral on social media and leaves fans confused: "This can't be the same person" apareceu primeiro em TechBreak.

by: Oneindia

Tamannaah Bhatia And Vijay Varma Breakup Confirmed? Actor's Jaipur Trip Raises Questions

Tamannaah Bhatia and Vijay Varma's rumored breakup has sparked speculation online. While Vijay was spotted in Jaipur for IIFA, Tamannaah shared her thoughts on love and relationships in a podcast.

by: T3

Virgin Media TV customers get an amazing free upgrade with new channels

Now, users of Virgin Media TV are snagging a killer free upgrade. That comes in the form of two new channels, which users will receive free of charge. The first new channel is Wonder, where users can enjoy content on engineering, technology and scientific exploration. It's a perfect pick for anyone with a yearning for learning.

by: NewscastStudio

NAB Show 2025 features unique mix of M&E industry voices

The 2025 NAB Show, set for April 5-9 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, will bring together top industry executives, creators and innovators to discuss key trends in broadcasting, streaming, sports media, artificial intelligence and more.

by: Polygon

The trick to playing the best Steam demos

Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access information on a device and to provide personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. List of Partners (vendors)

by: Adweek

At SXSW 2025, Think Like a Trendspotter, Not a Marketer

With SXSW 2025 kicking off, here's a roadmap to getting the most out of your experience in Austin. Go for the trends, not just the talks. Based on panel topics, brand activations,

by: MensXP

'Love Is One Sided' Tamannaah's Comment Sparks Debate Amid Breakup Rumours With Vijay

Rumours of Tamannaah Bhatia and Vijay Varma'sbreakup have been circulating on social media for days. During an interaction with Luke Coutinho, Tamannaah Bhatia shared her thoughts on love and partners.

by: TheStreet

Sony's plan to transform sports for younger fans

As traditional sports leagues struggle to connect with younger generations, Sony Sports is leveraging new technologies to make the fan experience more interactive and exciting. Rufus Hack, CEO of Sony Sports,

by: devdiscourse

Controversy Engulfs Influencers Over 'India's Got Latent' Remarks

The debate surrounding the show 'India's Got Latent' intensifies as notable YouTubers face backlash over inappropriate comments. The National Commission for Women reprimands them, leading to apologies and legal action.

by: LancasterOnline

March First Friday: 15+ exhibitions, events to check out in Lancaster city

The Friendship Heart Gallery will show works from a new collection called "Outline." In addition, attendees will also get to see a sneak peek at some of the works featured at the gallery's sold-out Art Auction & Gala, held March 27 at the Eden Resort. All works are created by artists with intellectual disabilities or autism.

by: NDTV

Ajay Devgn Steps Into The Future Of Cinema, Launches AI-Driven Media Company

The actor has announced Prismix, an AI-driven media company specialising in generative AI storytelling towards the future of content creation. This venture reinforces his commitment to innovation, empowering filmmakers, brands, and creators to craft high-quality, scalable, and visually compelling narratives with cutting-edge AI technology.

by: legit

Davido: Nigerian Man in US Army Blasts Radiogad Over Comment About OBO, "E no go Better For You"

One of Davido's fans in the US army abroad has taken t upon himself to deal with Radiogad online after he made a snide comment about the Grammy-nominee's career.

by: Moon

How Joe Rogan Destroyed Mainstream Media

Joe Rogan has redefined the way people consume news and information, shaking up traditional media with his long-form, unfiltered conversations. While mainstream outlets struggle with trust issues and declining viewership, Rogan's podcast continues to attract millions with its raw, uncensored discussions.

by: Tuko

Janet Mbugua Warns Kenyans as Entire Family Is Hospitalised: "Wear Masks"

NTV journalist Janet Mbugua announced that she was hospitalised with her family, forcing her to skip a trip to the US. She warned Kenyans to mask up.

by: Variety

Ajay Devgn Launches Generative AI Storytelling Venture Prismix (EXCLUSIVE)

Bollywood titan Ajay Devgn is making another significant play in the technology space with the launch of Prismix, an AI-driven media company focused on generative storytelling technologies. The move represents the latest entrepreneurial venture for the Indian megastar,

by: pinkvilla

NewJeans vs ADOR 1st hearing: NJZ claims media play over ILLIT plagiarism caused fame decline, accuses HYBE of THIS

NewJeans has accused HYBE of plagiarizing their concept through ILLIT and suppressing their tribute to the Jeju airplane accident victims.

by: Mumbrella

Kiwis uneasy as Canadian billionaire makes play for media control

NZME - a media company that counts the NZ Herald, Newstalk ZB, BusinessDesk, and a host of radio and entertainment brands among its holdings - held its annual results presentation for shareholders. The hour was dominated by news that its property portal OneRoof might be separated for sale.

by: briefly

Connie Ferguson and Family Appear on Upcoming Episode of 'Family Feud Botswana': "So Much Fun"

Connie Ferguson and her daughters, Lesedi Matsunyane and Alicia Ferguson, her sister Lorato Atosie Pilane, as well as another male, were on 'Family Feud Botswana.'
Thu, March 6, 2025

by: DualShockers

Split Fiction: Biggest Differences From It Takes Two

In this list, we're discussing the biggest differences between It Takes Two and the latest entry from Hazelight Studios, Split Fiction.

by: CNET

Only 3 Episodes Left in Severance Season 2: Here's How and When to Watch Them

The first six episodes of Severance season 2 are now available to stream on Apple TV Plus. There will be 10 episodes this season, each released weekly on Friday. If episode 7, Chikhai Bardo, is any indication, the remaining episodes are likely to illuminate more of the mysteries of Lumon Industries.

by: EURweb

Atlanta Rapper Ralo Shares His Powerful Story of Survival and Redemption in New Memoir, CHOSEN | PICs

Terrell "Ralo" Davis, the Atlanta rapper known for his gritty lyrics and unfiltered storytelling, is unveiling his most personal narrative yet in his new memoir, CHOSEN. Rising to fame with his 2015 breakout single "Can't Lie" featuring Future,

by: Vulture

A Guide to Celebrity Defamation Cases

The highest-profile legal battle, of course, involves It Ends With Us director-actor Justin Baldoni's defamation suit against co-star Blake Lively over her claims that he mistreated her on set. In addition to Lively's allegations spawning numerous other lawsuits,

by: Gothamist

Who will be New York City's next Cellino & Barnes?

by: Insider

A Las Vegas bar, a wedding venue, and a Swedish hotel: How retired Boeing 747s are being turned into tourist attractions

A Las Vegas entertainment venue took delivery of a 55-year-old Boeing 747 and plans to convert it into an immersive cocktail and dining experience.

by: Yahoo

Pamela Bach, actor and ex-wife of David Hasselhoff, dies at 62

Pamela Bach, an actor and the ex-wife of "Baywatch" star David Hasselhoff, has died at 62. The Los Angeles medical examiner's office reports that she died Wednesday and the cause is still under investigation.

by: Deadline

Mediapro Studio Joins As Producer On Kickboxer Doc 'Benny The Jet' From Keanu Reeves And Fisher Stevens

EXCLUSIVE: The Mediapro Studio US & Canada has joined as a co-producer of the documentary on the life story of Benny "The Jet" Urquidez, the iconic athlete who introduced mixed martial arts to the world.

by: PennLive

Fans praying for 'The Rock' Dwayne Johnson after he shares heartbreaking news

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson took to social media Tuesday to reveal a heartbreaking loss for his family. The beloved professional wrestler and actor posted a carousel of photos and videos of himself with his French bulldog, Hobbs, while announcing that he has died.

by: legit

Actress Chika Ike Welcomes Baby Girl, Ini Edo, Rita Dominic, Rejoice: "Why You Cover Her Face?"

Nollywood actress Chika Ike has welcomed a baby girl as her first child as she shared adorable pictures of her and the newborn at the hospital stirring reactions.

by: Broadcast

Organisers reveal London TV Screenings numbers, 2026 dates

Founding quartet All3Media International, Banijay Entertainment, Fremantle and ITV Studios confirmed the 2026 edition will take place during the final week of February (week commecing 23 February).

by: Forbes

2025 Predictions For Digital Media, Consumer Tech And Gaming Industries

Jennifer Acree, founder and CEO of JSA+Partners, a strategic comms firm working with consumer tech, digital media and gaming companies. With 2025 well underway, the digital media, consumer tech and gaming industries are poised for another year of dynamic transformation,

by: News24

Baby No. 14? Elon Musk silent on alleged 13th child as he seemingly confirms new baby son Seldon

Elon Musk has seemingly confirmed the birth of his 14th child as a custody battle between Musk and his alleged 13th child's mother Ashley St. Clair continues to intensify.

by: Moneycontrol

Famous Carnatic singer Sivasri Skandaprasad ties knot to BJP leader Tejasvi Surya in intimate South Indian wedding, see pics

Carnatic singer Sivasri Skandaprasad and BJP leader Tejasvi Surya, the MP from Bangalore South, got married on March 6 in a private ceremony. Surrounded by close family and friends, the couple began their new journey together in a warm and joyous celebration.

by: pinkvilla

Cha Eun Woo to enlist soon? His agency Fantagio's signing of Kim Seon Ho for 1.4 million USD sparks speculations

Cha Eun Woo is speculated to enlist soon with his agency investing a massive sum in getting Kim Seon Ho on board. Netizens are not happy about it.

by: People

Plane Passenger Goes Viral After Receiving Romantic Note from Pilot on Back of a Napkin While Waiting at the Airport

"A pilot just placed this on my table and walked away," influencer Steph Bohrer, 23, captioned her 11-second clip on social media

by: TheStreet

Disney makes a drastic cost-cutting decision amid troubles

SIGN UP for TheStreet's FREE Daily newsletter 💰💸 Because Disney is an expert in multimedia, the company saw the huge potential and massive monetary gains that entering the streaming service industry could bring to its business and was quick to develop its own,

by: MyBroadband

MultiChoice and Showmax top South Africa's entertainment media rankings

The latest PressPulse rankings show that MultiChoice and Showmax outperform Spotify, Disney+, and Netflix in online media sentiment.

by: FilmiBeat

Critics' Choice Awards 2025: Amar Singh Chamkila To Laapataa Ladies, Check Out All The Nominations

GroupM Motion Entertainment, GroupM's content investment, production, and distribution arm, and the Film Critics Guild, India's first registered association of film critics, is thrilled to unveil the nominations for the highly anticipated 7th edition of the Critics Choice Awards.

by: Stockhouse

A Savvy investment in the future of digital media and world-building

GameSquare Holdings (NASDAQ:GAME) and if its current performance is any indication, 2025 is proving to be just as significant. The next-generation media company recently announced record annual sales for 2024,

by: Reuters

UK's ITV meets expectations with 11% earnings rise

ITV, Britain's biggest free-to-air broadcaster, met market expectations with a 11% rise in 2024 earnings, reflecting record profit in its Studios production business, an improved margin in Media and Entertainment (M&E) and cost savings.

by: NDTV

10 Best Places To Visit In New York City

This train station, featured in many films, boasts of rich history, architecture, dining, and shopping, all under one magnificent roof. The Staten Island Ferry offers tourists a scenic view of the New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty, and the Manhattan skyline.

by: Variety

Netflix Content Spending, Set to Hit $18 Billion in 2025, Is 'Not Anywhere Near a Ceiling,' CFO Says

Netflix expects to spend $18 billion in cash on content in 2025 and is 'not anywhere near a ceiling,' according to CFO Spencer Neumann.

by: timesnownews

Ahead Of Race, Ajith Kumar Meets His Youngest Fans In France

Actor Ajith Kumar who was last seen in Vidaamuyarchi has been focusing on his racing career since his comeback in November 2024. Now, ahead of his race, videos and pictures of the actor bonding with his youngest fans in France is going viral on social media.

by: Mint

Non-fiction makes a comeback via Indian streaming platforms, drive viewership growth

With shows like Shark Tank India driving significant viewership, experts indicate that the shift towards familiar formats is key in engaging a wider audience, although monetisation remains a challenge.

by: MSN

Loveyapa on OTT: Netflix or Jio Hotstar? Where and when to watch Junaid Khan, Khushi Kapoor's film?

Loveyapa, a romantic comedy starring Khushi Kapoor and Junaid Khan, explores love, trust, and technology. The film is set to stream online, check here for updates on when and where to watch. Loveyapa,

by: Tuko

Zari Reacts to Claims Shakib Allegedly Cheated after His Viral Video with Another Lady

A video emerged of Shakib Lutaaya with another woman forcing his wife Zari Hassan to come out and call out men who do not respect their partners.

The Joy Factory: How Mattel Keeps Its Enduring Brands Present in Pop Culture

Call it the joy factory. Mattel brands have never been more present in pop culture as the pioneering toymaker celebrates its 80th anniversary.

The article from Variety discusses Mattel's celebration of its 80th anniversary by leveraging its iconic brands like Barbie, Hot Wheels, and Fisher-Price to expand into pop culture. Mattel is not only focusing on toys but is also venturing into movies, TV shows, and digital content to engage with fans across different generations. Key highlights include the success of the "Barbie" movie, which has grossed over $1.4 billion worldwide, and plans for a "Hot Wheels" film. Additionally, Mattel is exploring new avenues like theme parks, video games, and even a "Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge" on HGTV. The company aims to create a "Mattelverse," a shared universe for its brands, to foster a deeper connection with consumers through storytelling and immersive experiences. This strategy reflects Mattel's ambition to become a major player in entertainment, using its established IPs to drive cultural relevance and consumer engagement.

Read the Full Variety Article at:
https://variety.com/2025/biz/news/mattel-brands-pop-culture-80-anniversary-1236328516/