Forbes has officially unveiled the 2022 edition of its annual 30 Under 30 list for Asia, with acts such as aespa and Jung Ho-yeon making the entertainment and sports category.The annual list highlights 300 individuals below the age of 30 that have made significant strides and impact in their respective fields, categorised by entertainment and sports, science and entrepreneurship, among others.Included in this year’s 30 Under 30 list for Asia under the Entertainment And Sports category are K-pop girl group aespa, who are notably the only South Korean music act to be included on the list. Meanwhile, Squid Game actress Jung Ho-yeon was also featured on the list as the only South Korean thespian to be included this year.The 2022 list also included Indonesian 88rising rapper Warren Hue, Thai singer-songwriter Pyra, Singaporean hip-hop artist Yung Raja, Malaysian rap artist SYA, ‘Chicken Tendies’ singer Clinton Kane, New Zealand duo Broods, Sydney duo Seaforth and ‘Josh’ singer Peach PRC.Last year’s edition of the same Forbes list saw Hong Kong’s Jackson Wang of GOT7 fame featured on the list, alongside other South Korean musicians such as MAMAMOO’s Hwasa and IU.The entertainment and sports category of the Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia list was judged by ONE Championship Group President Hua Fung Teh, Infinite Studios CEO Mike Wiluan and Caldecott Music Group’s founder and chief executive Kuok Meng Ru.
Our Mother’s Day List Of Famous and Infamous Movie Mums
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As we celebrate Mother’s Day, and those women who are so important in our lives, let’s take a trip through some of cinema’s greatest (and in some cases infamous) mums. Without a doubt, Joan Crawford’s finest hour came in this sensational adaptation of James M. Cain’s novel.
Crawford sears the screen, and won an Oscar for her efforts, as a working-class single mother who builds a business empire, but is willing to sacrifice everything in order to provide a life of privilege for her two daughters. Sadly, for Mildred, one of her daughters cares more about the money than she does her own mother.
Ann Blyth, who nabbed an Oscar nomination for her role as Veda is deliciously evil as Mildred’s thankless and venal daughter. A film that demands multiple viewings to fully appreciate all the nuances of Crawford’s stunning performance.
You simply cannot create of list of memorable mommies without including this notorious camp classic. Faye Dunaway is a force-of-nature in this wildly over-the-top film, and won a Razzie award for her ferocious but somehow unconvincing portrayal of Joan Crawford.
Diana Scarwid and Mara Hobel share the dubious honour of portraying Crawford’s adoptive daughter Christina. Pedro Almodóvar is an LGBTQI filmmaker with a long history of crafting achingly beautiful films focusing on the relationship between mothers and their children.His most recent release, Parallel Mothers, with Penélope Cruz in her Oscar nominated role, received some of his best notices in years and All About My Mother remains a personal favorite. Volver, however, remains one of the director’s most poignant films, largely due to the casting of his two iconic muses; Cruz, in her seventh Almodóvar film, and the glorious Carmen Maura who
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‘Barbie’ Movie Reportedly Has Multiple Kens/Barbies As Dua Lipa & Saoirse Ronan Rumored For Roles
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Ronnie James Dio: the life and the legend
Ronnie James Dio on May 16, 2010, rock music lost an iconic figure. The man whose mighty voice lit up the music of Rainbow, Black Sabbath, Dio and Heaven And Hell was truly a unique talent: a vocalist of immense power, expression and innate melodic flair, an elegant lyricist, and a storyteller of rich imagination. There is magic in the words and voice of Ronnie James Dio.
The Best TV and Movies to Stream This Week From 'Conversations With Friends' to 'The Lost City'
Prime Video, Hulu, Disney+, HBO Max, Paramount+, Netflix, Peacock, Discovery+ and even more streaming services, there’s no shortage of options when choosing what to binge-watch this weekend. However, sometimes the amount of great film and television available to stream can be overwhelming and lead to scrolling aimlessly — hoping to land on that perfect piece of content. Scroll no more! To help you out, ET has rounded up the best movies and TV shows to stream this weekend, including new arrivals, nostalgia-filled favorites and titles you may have missed the (well-deserved) hype on that are worth circling back for.From the streaming debut of to Hulu's new miniseries adaptation of Sally Rooney's debut novel, , we’ve got your content covered this week. For even more recommendations, make sure to check out our guide for everything new on Prime Video, Hulu, Peacock, Apple TV+ and more this month.Starring fan favorites including Sandra Bullock, Channing Tatum, Tom Hiddleston, Joe Alwyn, Robert Pattinson, Andrew Garfield, Elisabeth Moss, Nicole Kidman, Issa Rae, Pablo Schreiber, Rose Matafeo, Amy Schumer, Michael Cera, Jake Johnson, Anne Hathaway, Amanda Seyfried and more, here are the best TV shows and movies to stream this week: +Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum star in this fun and flirty adventure flick.
‘The Lost City’ Directors Reveal Keanu Reeves Was Considered For Brad Pitt Role
Sandra Bullock and Keanu Reeves nearly reunited for “The Lost City”.
Keanu Reeves was considered for Brad Pitt’s ‘Lost City’ role
Keanu Reeves was considered for Brad Pitt’s role in "The Lost City," the film’s directors have revealed. When directors Adam and Aaron Nee spoke with Screen Rant about Pitt’s role in the film, the duo shared that they were uncertain if they would be able to cast Pitt and had other stars in mind, including Reeves. "I think we thought it was gonna be Keanu Reeves initially, but he was tied up with ‘John Wick,’ and that's where we were like, 'Brad was always our first choice,'" Adam shared with the outlet.
‘Spider-Man: No Way Home,’ ‘Euphoria’ Lead 2022 MTV Movie & TV Awards
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'The Lost City' Director Reveals This Beloved Actor Almost Had Brad Pitt's Role
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‘The Lost City’ Makes Its Streaming Debut: How to Watch the Bullock-Tatum Comedy Online
Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum’s adventure comedy “The Lost City” arrives on Paramount+ today, following a surprise box office success last month.
‘The Lost City’ to Premiere on Paramount+ on Tuesday
Directed by Adam and Aaron Nee, “The Lost City” stars Bullock as the successful but weary romance novelist Loretta Sage and Tatum as her gorgeous but stupid cover model Alan. When Loretta is kidnapped by an eccentric billionaire (Daniel Radcliffe) to help find a lost treasure, it’s up to Alan to save her as they are thrust into an adventure straight out of her novels.
‘The Lost City’ Gets Premiere Date At Paramount+
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Dennis Waterman's death leaves grief-stricken New Tricks co-star Amanda Redman lost for words
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Peacock Will Get Bravo Shows Next-Day, NBCU Streamer Inks Lionsgate Movie Output Deal
Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorPeacock will be the first streaming service to offer access to Bravo shows the day after they air, in a new bit of corporate-sibling synergy at NBCUniversal.For the first time on any streaming-only platform, new episodes of all Bravo shows will be available day-after-air to Peacock’s premium subscribers. The streamer also announced a multiyear movie output deal with Lionsgate, with titles to hit Peacock starting in 2024.
May 2 has officially been declared Megan Thee Stallion Day in Houston
Megan Thee Stallion Day in Houston, where the rapper grew up.Megan Pete was honoured at a ceremony on Sunday (May 1) in which Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner along with members of Houston City Council celebrated her philanthropic achievements, which include launching the Pete and Thomas Foundation in 2021.The non-profit, set up to honour Pete’s late mother and father, focuses on programs that address education, housing, health and wellness in Houston, Texas, and elsewhere.“Megan Thee Stallion has an extraordinary entertainment career, but we wanted to honor her for what she does offstage to lift people’s lives in underserved communities,” Turner said while presenting Megan with the key to the city.“She assisted people after the 2021 winter storm, during the pandemic, and helped those struggling with homelessness. I look forward to watching her grow as an artist and humanitarian.”May 2 is a significant date for Meg, whose mother and grandmother were both born on the date.