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3 days, 17 hours ago

Vidhu Vinod Chopra confirms sequels for 3 Idiots, Munna Bhai: I'm writing both

Veteran filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra has revealed that sequels to two of his most beloved films, 3 Idiots and Munna Bhai, are officially in development. Speaking to Dainik Bhaskar, Chopra confirmed that he is currently penning scripts for 2 Idiots and Munna Bhai 3, along with several other ambitious projects. “I am writing both 2 Idiots and Munna Bhai 3. …

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1 week, 5 days ago

Sequel culture in Indian films: Risk worth taking or milked for craze?

India Today

The Indian film industry is witnessing an unprecedented surge in sequels. Others, like Kamal Haasan’s Indian 2 and Siddhu Jonnalagadda’s Tillu Square, revive celebrated characters and stories. For instance, Baahubali: The Beginning left viewers intrigued with the question, “Why did Kattappa kill Baahubali?”- a compelling yet organic cliffhanger that didn’t compromise the narrative arc of the first instalment. These films …

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1 week, 6 days ago

Pan-Indian cinema: A plague of tiring sequels, buzzkill cliffhangers, ineffective cameos and half-films

The Hindu

A two-film-strong, 340-minute-long cat-and-mouse game comes to an end in director Sukumar’s Pushpa 2: The Rule. The extended climax of the Allu Arjun-starrer, meant as a segue to a third Pushpa film, is an excruciatingly tedious episode that leaves you with a poor aftertaste — it’s a cold shower moment in this otherwise ‘wildfire’ of a film. One story, two …

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2 weeks ago

Animal trilogy to sequel's delayed release date, here's everything Ranbir Kapoor revealed at RSIFF 2024

India TV News

Ranbir Kapoor's 'Animal' was one of the most successful films of the year 2023. Here's what Ranbir said Ranbir recently gave a big update about the film, according to which the audience will have to wait a long time for 'Animal Park'. Ranbir also hinted that the third part of Animal will also come and he could be seen in …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Govinda on being a part of Bhagam Bhag 2: Nobody has approached me

India Today

Akshay Kumar, Govinda, and Paresh Rawal's Bhagam Bhag has been creating a buzz on social media. There are stories of me doing not just Bhagam Bhag 2, but many other sequels, including Partner.” On being asked whether he would like to be a part of it, the actor shared that his decision will depend on various factors. If I do …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Los Angeles Times News Quiz this week: Sequels, soaps and the NFL’s battling brothers

LA Times

Welcome to the Thanksgiving edition of the Los Angeles Times News Quiz. Lifestyle The L.A. Times 2024 holiday gift guide Our highly curated lists of gift ideas are perfect for Angelenos with specific identities: L.A. devotees, hikers and walkers, gardeners, food lovers, book fans, those wanting special self-care experiences and more. So, go ahead, dig in and devour every last …

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1 month, 1 week ago

With ‘Dune’ and ‘Gladiator’ sequels in the mix, are we back to hits winning the top Oscar?

LA Times

Last Oscar season, Christopher Nolan proved that Academy voters can and will award their top trophy to a major hit: “Oppenheimer,” the director’s moody biopic about the scientist who developed the atomic bomb, ranks as the third highest grossing best picture winner, exponentially more successful at the box office than its recent predecessors. Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune: Part Two” has already …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ajay Devgn's Singham Again: A Cinematic Comeback for Fans

Hindustan Times

Ajay Devgn is back with a bang as Bajirao Singham in the latest installment, Singham Again, which is winning the box office game. The sequel has already raked in over ₹65 crore worldwide, with plans for more sequels in the pipeline. Ajay is known for his ability to create successful sequels, and fans can expect more fun-packed entertainment from him …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

5 unforgettably bad sequels to stream after you see ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’

LA Times

“Joker: Folie a Deux” made headlines this week for all the wrong reasons: The follow-up to 2019’s blockbuster “Joker” about the demented comic-book villain bombed with both critics and audiences despite the return of Oscar winner Joaquin Phoenix and the star power of Lady Gaga. However, “Jaws 2” is a masterpiece when compared to the stream of bigscreen chum that …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

13 movie franchises that should have quit while they were ahead

The Independent

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Vin Diesel behind the wheel of a …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

How “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” used cringe and chaos to beat low expectations for sequels

Salon

As far as unnecessary sequels go, Tim Burton's “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” is standard fare in just about every respect. The belated follow-up to 1988's “Beetlejuice” owes much of its charm to its supporting cast, which is hands-down one of the most strikingly entertaining ensembles of the past decade. Catherine O'Hara as Delia, Jenna Ortega as Astrid, Winona Ryder as Lydia and …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

From Bad Newz to Dhadak 2: How Bollywood is redefining sequels with spiritual successors

Hindustan Times

The trend of spiritual sequels is gaining momentum in the Hindi film industry. Similarly, Tere Ishk Mein, starring Dhanush and directed by Aanand L Rai, is anticipated to be a spiritual successor to Rai’s 2013 film Raanjhanaa, which featured Dhanush as a man obsessed with a woman. Spiritual sequels are connected by a single thread to the original films, like …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

From Bad Newz to Dhadak 2: How Bollywood is redefining sequels with spiritual successors

Hindustan Times

The trend of spiritual sequels is gaining momentum in the Hindi film industry. {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} In recent years, the trend of spiritual sequels has become prominent, with filmmakers choosing to revisit successful formulas from previous hits while offering fresh narratives. Similarly, Tere Ishk Mein, starring Dhanush and directed by Aanand L Rai, is anticipated to be a spiritual …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Rima Das on Village Rockstars 2 competing at BIFF: Wasn’t sure if film festivals would be interested in sequels

Hindustan Times

Sequels and franchises are not only dominating the mainstream entertainment landscape globally, but are also an emerging trend in the independent cinema space. Filmmaker Rima Das' acclaimed 2017 film Village Rockstars, which won Best Feature Film at the 65th National Film Awards and represented India at the 91st Academy Awards, has a sequel. Rima Das {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} Village …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Movie Review: Bring your global entry card — 'Beetlejuice’ sequel’s a soul train ride to comedy joy

Hindustan Times

“I have global entry!” Movie Review: Bring your global entry card — 'Beetlejuice’ sequel’s a soul train ride to comedy joy Now, does that sound like a funny line? But put it in the mouth of comedy goddess Catherine O’Hara, and place it in the singularly inventive world of Tim Burton and that wacky afterlife waiting room from “Beetlejuice,” and …

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4 months ago

4 new insights into Joker 2 by director Todd Phillips, from a new Harley Quinn to sequel's humongous budget

Hindustan Times

Todd Phillips justified Joker 2's expensive budget The filmmaker dismissed reports of Joker: Folie à Deux having a $200 million budget. Shouldn’t people be happy that we got this money out of them, and we used it to go hire a bunch of crew people who can then feed their families?” Todd Phillips equates Joker 2 to inmates running asylum …

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4 months ago

Before Stree 2, THESE 10 Bollywood sequels shattered box office records

India TV News

Stree 2, starring Shraddha Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao and Pankaj Tripathi in the lead roles, is unstoppable at the box office. OMG 2 Starring Akshay Kumar, Yami Gautam and Pankaj Tripathi in the lead roles, the film performed better than its original flick and minted Rs 151.16 crore nett in India. Directed by Sanjay Gadhvi, Dhoom 2's total nett collection in …

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4 months, 1 week ago

At D23, Disney puts its box office hopes on animated sequels and Baby Yoda

LA Times

Pixar’s chief creative officer Pete Docter announces “Incredibles 3” is in development during the Disney Entertainment Showcase at D23. Disney Animation’s portion of the presentation also included Ginnifer Goodwin teasing “Zootopia 2” and the studio’s chief creative officer Jennifer Lee sharing news about “Frozen III”. Marvel Studios hasn’t forgotten television Ali Ahn, left, Kathryn Hahn, Aubrey Plaza and Sasheer Zamata …

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4 months, 4 weeks ago

Keanu Reeves Emotionally Reflects On ‘The Matrix’ Turning 25: ‘Changed My Life’

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING Keanu Reeves couldn’t be more thankful for the sci-fi mind-bender that made him an icon. The pensive action star was visibly emotional when, during an appearance Tuesday on “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert,” he was asked to share his fondest memory from various productions — and Colbert inquired about “The Matrix” on its 25th anniversary. As …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Jon Landau, Oscar-winning producer on ’Titanic’ and ’Avatar’, dies at 63

The Hindu

Jon Landau, an Academy Award-winning producer who worked closely with director James Cameron on three of the biggest blockbusters of all time, Titanic and two Avatar films, has died. “I worked with Jon Landau for 31 years and I never saw him downcast once,” Cameron said. “I can’t act and I can’t compose and I can’t do visual effects, so …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Jon Landau, Oscar-winning ‘Titanic’ and ‘Avatar’ producer, dies at 63

LA Times

Jon Landau, in 2023, an Oscar-winning producer who worked closely with director James Cameron on “Titanic” and the “Avatar” series, has died. Jon Landau, an Oscar-winning producer who worked closely with director James Cameron on three of the biggest blockbusters of all time, “Titanic” and two “Avatar” films, has died. Landau’s partnership with Cameron led to three Oscar nominations and …

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5 months, 4 weeks ago

‘Inside Out 2’ is a blockbuster. It doesn’t solve the animation business’ biggest problem

LA Times

“Inside Out 2” is a bigger box office hit than even Pixar’s staunchest believers had dared to expect, turning down the anxiety dial for fans worried about the Walt Disney Co.-owned computer animation stalwart’s prospects and the state of theatrical box office in general. “There has been trouble getting new stuff established,” said Tom Sito, an animation professor at USC’s …

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6 months ago

Ramesh Taurani confirms 3 sequels; Will Saif Ali Khan, Bobby Deol reprise their roles?

India TV News

The thriller franchise Race will return with its fourth instalment. Saif Ali Khan was seen in the lead role in the first two instalments. Bobby Deol was seen in the role of villain Saif Ali Khan, Akshay Khanna, Katrina Kaif and Bipasha Basu were seen in important roles in 'Race'. After this, Saif Ali Khan, John Abraham, Deepika Padukone and …

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6 months ago

If you're replaced in a film, you get something better: Anil Kapoor on 'No Entry', 'Welcome' sequels

Hindustan Times

Mumbai, If you get replaced in a film, god has something better planned for you, says actor Anil Kapoor about not being part of the upcoming sequels of "Welcome" and "No Entry". If you're replaced in a film, you get something better: Anil Kapoor on 'No Entry', 'Welcome' sequels There are reports that he is upset with producer-brother Boney Kapoor …

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Vidhu Vinod Chopra confirms sequels for 3 Idiots, Munna Bhai: I'm writing both

Sequel culture in Indian films: Risk worth taking or milked for craze?

Pan-Indian cinema: A plague of tiring sequels, buzzkill cliffhangers, ineffective cameos and half-films

Animal trilogy to sequel's delayed release date, here's everything Ranbir Kapoor revealed at RSIFF 2024

Govinda on being a part of Bhagam Bhag 2: Nobody has approached me

Los Angeles Times News Quiz this week: Sequels, soaps and the NFL’s battling brothers

With ‘Dune’ and ‘Gladiator’ sequels in the mix, are we back to hits winning the top Oscar?

Ajay Devgn's Singham Again: A Cinematic Comeback for Fans

5 unforgettably bad sequels to stream after you see ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’

13 movie franchises that should have quit while they were ahead

How “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” used cringe and chaos to beat low expectations for sequels

From Bad Newz to Dhadak 2: How Bollywood is redefining sequels with spiritual successors

From Bad Newz to Dhadak 2: How Bollywood is redefining sequels with spiritual successors

Rima Das on Village Rockstars 2 competing at BIFF: Wasn’t sure if film festivals would be interested in sequels

Movie Review: Bring your global entry card — 'Beetlejuice’ sequel’s a soul train ride to comedy joy

4 new insights into Joker 2 by director Todd Phillips, from a new Harley Quinn to sequel's humongous budget

Before Stree 2, THESE 10 Bollywood sequels shattered box office records

At D23, Disney puts its box office hopes on animated sequels and Baby Yoda

Keanu Reeves Emotionally Reflects On ‘The Matrix’ Turning 25: ‘Changed My Life’

Jon Landau, Oscar-winning producer on ’Titanic’ and ’Avatar’, dies at 63

Jon Landau, Oscar-winning ‘Titanic’ and ‘Avatar’ producer, dies at 63

‘Inside Out 2’ is a blockbuster. It doesn’t solve the animation business’ biggest problem

Ramesh Taurani confirms 3 sequels; Will Saif Ali Khan, Bobby Deol reprise their roles?

If you're replaced in a film, you get something better: Anil Kapoor on 'No Entry', 'Welcome' sequels