Mulan tale draws applause, praise

3 days, 18 hours ago

‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ review: Barry Jenkins’ stamp is largely missing

The most striking aspect of ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’, Disney’s prequel to ‘The Lion King’ circa 2019, is the photorealistic animation, unlike the 2014 conventionally animated film about Simba, Mufasa, Scar and the Pride Lands of Tanzania that launched a hit soundtrack. The wise shaman Rafiki regales Kiara with a sweeping story about her legendary grandfather, from the time Mufasa …

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Mufasa The Lion King review: Visually stunning but a forgettable prequel

India Today

Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King takes us back to the Pride Lands to explore the origin story of the mighty lion king, Mufasa. Directed by Barry Jenkins, the prequel to The Lion King dives into the humble beginnings of Simba’s father, tracing his journey from an orphaned cub - an outsider - to his rise as the beloved leader of …

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6 days, 15 hours ago

Unmissable Stories to Hit Big Screens This Weekend

Deccan Chronicle

This week promises a selection of cinematic gems that cater to a wide range of tastes. From Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King to Tamil cinema’s powerful Viduthalai Part 2, high-tech thriller UI, Malayalam’s character-driven Marco, and the emotional family drama Vanvaas, the big screen has something for everyone. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the franchise or new to the …

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1 week ago

Lin-Manuel Miranda’s lyrics lift heavy storyline in Disney’s ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’

LA Times

Lin-Manuel Miranda is back on the Disney musical prowl, penning the lyrics that ease the heavy load in “Mufasa: The Lion King.” The Barry Jenkins-directed prequel explores the unexpected rise of Pride Lands leader Mufasa, once an orphaned cub who meets Taka, heir to a royal bloodline. “My job is to let us breathe and give us a break sometimes, …

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1 week ago

Sitara Ghattamaneni on dad Mahesh Babu’s Mufasa role: ‘I keep making fun of him that I worked with Disney first’

Hindustan Times

Sitara Ghattamaneni talks about her dad Mahesh Babu has lent his voice to the role of Mufasa in the Telugu version. In the clip, Sitara also shared how Mahesh Babu prepared for the role, and an anecdote from their personal life involving their pet dog, Snoopy. Drawing inspiration from the beloved 1994 animated classic, which was reimagined by Jon Favreau …

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1 week, 5 days ago

Arjun Das reveals being part of Mufasa: The Lion King is a dream come true for him

Deccan Chronicle

It’s time to delve into the legacy of the ultimate king of the jungle, Mufasa: The Lion King, now brought to life in Tamil with some of the most popular voices of the Tamil industry! Following the blockbuster success of 2019’s live-action ‘The Lion King’, the visually stunning live-action Mufasa: The Lion King is all set to release on 20th …

Tamil King Lion Mufasa

2 weeks ago

Dance drama based on classic work

China Daily

Scenes from Chinese dance drama, Tian Gong Kai Wu, or The Exploitation of the Works of Nature. Dance drama, Tian Gong Kai Wu, or The Exploitation of the Works of Nature, held its review at the Beijing Dance Academy on Sunday. "For me, this dance drama is a significant work and an entirely new attempt," said director Lu, who is …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

How ‘Mufasa’ rose with Aaron Pierre and Blue Ivy’s voices along with new Lin-Manuel Miranda music

Associated Press

ESCONDIDO, Calif. — When Aaron Pierre was cast as Mufasa, the weight of following in the late James Earl Jones’ legendary footsteps was enough to rattle any actor. “I had a lot of nerves and I actually think those nerves served me because that is what the adolescent version of that lion is,” Pierre said in an interview Friday at …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Taapsee Pannu reveals taking on ‘boxing, aerial yoga, and squash to prep’ for 'Gandhari'

Firstpost

The film revolves around the story of a mother who takes on a fierce fight to save her child who is abducted Taapsee Pannu is one of the finest actresses of the industry, has firmly established herself as the queen of alternate cinema, constantly pushing boundaries and taking on roles that defy conventional norms. Known for her versatility, Taapsee has …

Film Taapsee Gandhari Pannu Reveals

4 weeks ago

Mufasa: Shah Rukh Khan draws parallel between him and the lion king in new promo

India Today

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who lends his voice to Mufasa in the Hindi version of Mufasa: The Lion King, has drawn parallels between his own life and that of the iconic character. In a newly released promotional video, Khan narrates the story of Mufasa, highlighting themes of perseverance, resilience, and eventual triumph -- qualities he says resonate with his …

Hindi Khan Mufasa

1 month ago

Peking Opera company returns after 68 years to captivate Brazilian audiences

China Daily

A scene from Peking Opera production Female Generals of the Yang Family. She will play the leading role of Mu Guiying, a female warrior in the play Female Generals of the Yang Family. "We are presenting a youth revival edition, emphasizing the patriotic spirit of the female warriors of the Yang family, combining powerful music, dramatic storytelling and visually arresting …

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1 month ago

Peking Opera company returns after 68 years to captivate Brazilian audiences

China Daily

A scene from Peking Opera production Female Generals of the Yang Family. She will play the leading role of Mu Guiying, a female warrior in the play Female Generals of the Yang Family. "We are presenting a youth revival edition, emphasizing the patriotic spirit of the female warriors of the Yang family, combining powerful music, dramatic storytelling and visually arresting …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Dunhuang destined to dazzle onstage

China Daily

Singer-actor Zhang Yixing and main cast members of the theatrical production The Summoning of Dunhuang perform a song at the media event on Oct 30. One of the most eminent Chinese artists to study in France, Chang discovered a book containing photographs of hundreds of Dunhuang paintings and manuscripts in an old bookstore in Paris in 1935. Young actors and …

China Tian Chang Dunhuang

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Dunhuang destined to dazzle onstage

China Daily

Singer-actor Zhang Yixing and main cast members of the theatrical production The Summoning of Dunhuang perform a song at the media event on Oct 30. One of the most eminent Chinese artists to study in France, Chang discovered a book containing photographs of hundreds of Dunhuang paintings and manuscripts in an old bookstore in Paris in 1935. Young actors and …

China Tian Chang Dunhuang

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Dunhuang destined to dazzle onstage

China Daily

Singer-actor Zhang Yixing and main cast members of the theatrical production The Summoning of Dunhuang perform a song at the media event on Oct 30. One of the most eminent Chinese artists to study in France, Chang discovered a book containing photographs of hundreds of Dunhuang paintings and manuscripts in an old bookstore in Paris in 1935. Young actors and …

China Tian Chang Dunhuang

1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Mura' movie review: A gritty actioner mired in predictability

New Indian Express

Muhammed Musthafa’s sophomore film Mura is woven around a simple thread—a bunch of boys entering the world of organised crimes, only to realise that they are pawns in a bigger game and soon find themselves in a fatal predicament. Still, multiple other factors work in the film’s favour, including Musthafa’s gritty treatment, the raw, power-packed action sequences, and the dynamic …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mura review: Hridhu Haroon charms in violent actioner that meanders in 2nd half

India Today

Director Muhammed Musthafa made his debut in the critically acclaimed Malayalam film, Kappela. After four years, he is now back with an action entertainer, Mura, which features Suraj Venjaramoodu and All We Can Imagine As Light-fame, Hridhu Haroon. Director Muhammed Musthafa's Mura is an ultimate story of revenge. Director Muhammed Musthafa packed a lot of intricate details throughout the first …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chinese fantasy finds fans overseas

China Daily

By Xu Fan | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-11-07 11:04 Love Game in Eastern Fantasy stars actress Yu Shuxin. Just 10 minutes into Love Game in Eastern Fantasy, a popular online drama, the female character is struck by lightning and killed, swiftly followed by the denouement and the words "The End". Starring Yu Shuxin and Ding Yuxi, the 32-episode saga simultaneously …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Costumes reveal an enduring legacy

China Daily

The Jingju Theater Company of Beijing stages Mu Guiying Takes Command at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing on Oct 22. The exhibition highlights how Mei Baojiu maintained his father's legacy while also infusing his work with contemporary sensibilities, ensuring that the art form stayed relevant to modern audiences. The exhibition, running until Nov 10, centers around …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Costumes reveal an enduring legacy

China Daily

Hu Wenge performs in the classic Peking Opera Mu Guiying Takes Command at the NCPA on Oct 22. The exhibition Grace and Garment, featuring costumes donned by the two legendary artists and curated by the Jingju Theater Company of Beijing, offers viewers a captivating journey into the rich history and artistry embodied by these eminent figures, as depicted through their …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

A Legacy of Beauty: Costumes Unveiling the Enduring Legacy of Peking Opera

China Daily

The exhibition Grace and Garment showcases the enduring legacy of two legendary Peking Opera artists, Mei Lanfang and Mei Baojiu. The exhibition features costumes worn by the two artists, providing a captivating journey into their rich history and artistry. Visitors can explore the evolution of Peking Opera through the unique designs and performances showcased in the exhibition.

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mu Guiying's Costumes Reveal a Legacy of Evolution and Innovation

China Daily

The Jingju Theater Company of Beijing presents a captivating exhibition titled 'Mu Guiying Takes Command' showcasing the enduring legacy of Peking Opera through the masterful costumes of Mei Baojiu. The exhibition features nine representative Peking Opera pieces from the two artists, including Farewell My Concubine and The Legend of Yang Yuhuan, and more than 30 exquisite costumes and headpieces that …

Culture Art Legacy Performance Beijing

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Tapestry of longing and love transcends borders

China Daily

Dancers of the Jiangsu Centre for the Performing Arts thank the audience after staging A Dream of Red Mansions last month in Singapore. They are about to witness a tale that had transcended centuries, a Chinese dance drama, A Dream of Red Mansions, that encapsulated the intricate tapestry of love and loss. The dance drama, commissioned by the Jiangsu Centre …

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3 months ago

Classic tale keeps core elements

China Daily

Veteran Peking Opera artist Ye Shaolan discusses moves of the Peking Opera piece, The Legend of the White Snake, with the creative team members of the new edition of the classic piece, at the NCPA, on Aug 27. "Many classic scenes from The Legend of the White Snake are particularly famous and emblematic of the production's dramatic and emotional depth, …

Love Classic Bai Yin Chinese Theatre Arts

3 months ago

Classic tale keeps core elements

China Daily

Veteran Peking Opera artist Ye Shaolan discusses moves of the Peking Opera piece, The Legend of the White Snake, with the creative team members of the new edition of the classic piece, at the NCPA, on Aug 27. "Many classic scenes from The Legend of the White Snake are particularly famous and emblematic of the production's dramatic and emotional depth, …

Love Classic Bai Yin Chinese Theatre Arts

3 months ago

A new generation's take on an old classic

China Daily

Dancers of the National Ballet of China rehearse The Red Detachment of Women in Beijing. Feng says that The Red Detachment of Women is still evolving, as a new generation of dancers performs the piece. He embodies ideals of resistance and dedication to the cause of revolution, and is generally played by senior ballet dancers like Wang Caijun and Ma …

Red Hong

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Displaying Chinese aesthetics in Hong Kong stage performance

China Daily

A scene from the dance drama He and The Rite of Spring when it was brought to Shanghai by the Miranda Chin Dance Company in April. To the music of Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring, nearly 20 Hong Kong dancers put on a display of the shared origin of martial arts and dance through demonstrations of martial arts including tai …

Culture Arts Dance Martial Arts Hong Kong Chinese Chin

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Displaying Chinese aesthetics in Hong Kong stage performance

China Daily

A scene from the dance drama He and The Rite of Spring when it was brought to Shanghai by the Miranda Chin Dance Company in April. To the music of Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring, nearly 20 Hong Kong dancers put on a display of the shared origin of martial arts and dance through demonstrations of martial arts including tai …

Culture Arts Dance Martial Arts Hong Kong Chinese Chin

3 months, 4 weeks ago

Discovering oriental aesthetics in Hong Kong dance drama

China Daily

The Rite of Springis a great piece of classical music. Accompanied by the music of composer Igor Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring, nearly 20 Hong Kong dancers showcased the charm of the "shared origin of martial arts and dance" through Chinese martial arts including Tai Chi, Tuishou and Sanda. Miranda Chin, artistic director of Hong Kong-based Miranda Chin Dance Company, …

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4 months ago

White Snake holds a sting in the 'tale'

China Daily

The two snake demons with Xu Xian struggle against Fahai, a Buddhist monk who stubbornly holds the belief that humans and demons should not coexist. Over nearly three years, directing duo Chan Kinhi and Li Jiakai devoted themselves entirely to producing the animated film White Snake: Afloat. However, they often grappled with the weight of its archetype Legend of the …

White Snake

4 months ago

White Snake holds a sting in the 'tale'

China Daily

A scene features Bai Niangzi, the white snake-turned-woman, encountering Xu, the man she has fallen for, on the Broken Bridge on the West Lake in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province. CHINA DAILY Linda Jaivin, an Australian Sinologist who assisted in the English subtitle translation of Light Chaser Animation's successful film Chang'an, joined the team for White Snake: Afloat. In the new movie, …

Film Chinese White Snake

4 months ago

White Snake holds a sting in the 'tale'

China Daily

The two snake demons with Xu Xian struggle against Fahai, a Buddhist monk who stubbornly holds the belief that humans and demons should not coexist. Over nearly three years, directing duo Chan Kinhi and Li Jiakai devoted themselves entirely to producing the animated film White Snake: Afloat. However, they often grappled with the weight of its archetype Legend of the …

Snake White Snake

4 months, 1 week ago

Fantasy animation tells heartwarming tale

China Daily

Short animation film Renai Dance tells a story of a young girl passionate about ballet and her grandfather specializing in lion dancing. CHINA DAILY The setting for the story is inspired by childhood experiences common to many young Chinese, like visiting grandparents in the countryside during summer or winter vacations. Since videos can be watched repeatedly, I think it's a …

4 months, 1 week ago

Fantasy animation tells heartwarming tale

China Daily

Yang is an animation artist with a passion for traditional culture. CHINA DAILY "With young people maturing and bringing their own strengths to the table, it is natural that so many individuals from diverse backgrounds who are interested in traditional culture consider using their skills to promote China's cultural treasures," she says. Yang says that it is essential to identify …

Traditional Culture Yang

4 months, 1 week ago

Fantasy animation tells heartwarming tale

China Daily

Short animation film Renai Dance tells a story of a young girl passionate about ballet and her grandfather specializing in lion dancing. A grandfather skilled at lion dancing, a granddaughter with a passion for ballet — drawing on the universal dilemma of the generation gap — animation artist Yang Zhike and her team have brought a short fantasy animation film …

Animation Yang Her Grandfather Grandfather

4 months, 1 week ago

Fantasy animation tells heartwarming tale

China Daily

Short animation film Renai Dance tells a story of a young girl passionate about ballet and her grandfather specializing in lion dancing. A grandfather skilled at lion dancing, a granddaughter with a passion for ballet — drawing on the universal dilemma of the generation gap — animation artist Yang Zhike and her team have brought a short fantasy animation film …

Animation Yang Her Grandfather Grandfather Tale Short

4 months, 1 week ago

Fantasy animation tells heartwarming tale

China Daily

Short animation film Renai Dance tells a story of a young girl passionate about ballet and her grandfather specializing in lion dancing. CHINA DAILY The setting for the story is inspired by childhood experiences common to many young Chinese, like visiting grandparents in the countryside during summer or winter vacations. Since videos can be watched repeatedly, I think it's a …

Lion Dance

4 months, 1 week ago

Fantasy animation tells heartwarming tale

China Daily

Short animation film Renai Dance tells a story of a young girl passionate about ballet and her grandfather specializing in lion dancing. A grandfather skilled at lion dancing, a granddaughter with a passion for ballet — drawing on the universal dilemma of the generation gap — animation artist Yang Zhike and her team have brought a short fantasy animation film …

Animation Yang Her Grandfather Grandfather

4 months, 1 week ago

Fantasy animation tells heartwarming tale

China Daily

Yang is an animation artist with a passion for traditional culture. CHINA DAILY "With young people maturing and bringing their own strengths to the table, it is natural that so many individuals from diverse backgrounds who are interested in traditional culture consider using their skills to promote China's cultural treasures," she says. Yang says that it is essential to identify …

Yang

4 months, 1 week ago

Fantasy animation tells heartwarming tale

China Daily

Short animation film Renai Dance tells a story of a young girl passionate about ballet and her grandfather specializing in lion dancing. "It represents two layers of meaning, not only that the little girl carries on her grandfather's spirit, but also the rejuvenation of traditional culture, injecting it with new vitality, and passing it down for future generations." Born in …

Visual Arts Yang

4 months, 1 week ago

Fantasy animation tells heartwarming tale

China Daily

Short animation film Renai Dance tells a story of a young girl passionate about ballet and her grandfather specializing in lion dancing. A grandfather skilled at lion dancing, a granddaughter with a passion for ballet — drawing on the universal dilemma of the generation gap — animation artist Yang Zhike and her team have brought a short fantasy animation film …

Animation Yang Her Grandfather Grandfather Short Fantasy

4 months, 1 week ago

Fantasy animation tells heartwarming tale

China Daily

Short animation film Renai Dance tells a story of a young girl passionate about ballet and her grandfather specializing in lion dancing. "It represents two layers of meaning, not only that the little girl carries on her grandfather's spirit, but also the rejuvenation of traditional culture, injecting it with new vitality, and passing it down for future generations." Born in …

Yang

4 months, 1 week ago

Watch video: Chinese girl performs Bharatanatyam, embraces desi culture while ‘Indian kids are busy getting westernised’

Live Mint

A 13-year-old girl in China became the first in her country to complete her Bharatanatyam "Arangetram." Lei Muzi's debut performance took place on August 11, and it was watched by Bharatanatyam expert Leela Samson, Indian diplomats and an audience of Chinese enthusiasts in Beijing. The Arangetram is an ancient South Indian dance tradition where students showcase their skills in front …

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5 months ago

Festival dazzles with dance dramas

China Daily

A scene from A Dream of Red Mansions. The seventh edition of the Xi'an International Dance Festival opened on Monday, with 12 dance dramas staged through 37 shows at Shaanxi Opera House and Kai Yuan Theater in Xi'an, Shaanxi province. The festival opened with A Dream of Red Mansions, an original dance drama by the Jiangsu Centre for the Performing …

Dance Drama

5 months ago

Festival dazzles with dance dramas

China Daily

A scene from A Dream of Red Mansions. The seventh edition of the Xi'an International Dance Festival opened on Monday, with 12 dance dramas staged through 37 shows at Shaanxi Opera House and Kai Yuan Theater in Xi'an, Shaanxi province. The festival opened with A Dream of Red Mansions, an original dance drama by the Jiangsu Centre for the Performing …

Dance Drama

5 months ago

Festival dazzles with dance dramas

China Daily

A scene from A Dream of Red Mansions. The seventh edition of the Xi'an International Dance Festival opened on Monday, with 12 dance dramas staged through 37 shows at Shaanxi Opera House and Kai Yuan Theater in Xi'an, Shaanxi province. The festival opened with A Dream of Red Mansions, an original dance drama by the Jiangsu Centre for the Performing …

Dance Drama

6 months, 1 week ago

C-dramas make waves with overseas viewers

China Daily

A scene led by actor Zhang Ruoyun in Joy of Life 2, the most-watched Chinese mainland drama on Disney+. Wang Qiao, senior president of New Classics Media, a Beijing-based production company with rich experience in overseas markets, highlights that costume dramas predominantly captivate audiences in Asia, such as Japan and South Korea, due to cultural affinity, along with a significant …

Chinese Wang

6 months, 2 weeks ago

Hit fantasy drama highlights intangible cultural heritage

China Daily

chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-06-07 12:52 Fox Spirit Matchmaker: Red-Moon Pact, an online fantasy drama, is captivating Chinese audiences with its use of stunning costumes and props, which reflect the beauty and craftsmanship of centuries-old intangible cultural heritage. Produced by iQIYI and starring actress Yang Mi and actor Gong Jun, the drama is adapted from the popular webcomic Fox Spirit Matchmaker …

6 months, 2 weeks ago

Hit fantasy drama highlights intangible cultural heritage

China Daily

Fox Spirit Matchmaker: Red-Moon Pact, an online fantasy drama, is captivating Chinese audiences with its use of stunning costumes and props, which reflect the beauty and craftsmanship of centuries-old intangible cultural heritage. Produced by iQIYI and starring actress Yang Mi and actor Gong Jun, the drama is adapted from the popular webcomic Fox Spirit Matchmaker by Tuo Xiaoxin. The show …

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7 months ago

Cultural exhibition opens in Shenzhen

China Daily

A women's Yingge dance team dressed as legendary heroines Mu Guiying and Hua Mulan perform at the international cultural industries fair in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, on Thursday. The 20th China International Cultural Industries Fair, which runs through Monday, has brought together, both online and offline, more than 6,000 delegations, cultural institutions and companies from 60 countries and regions. The Frankfurt …

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