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Scoop
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Pendulum Release Raucous New Single 'Cannibal' With WARGASM
FORTHCOMING ALBUM INERTIA OUT 22 AUGUST FEATURING BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE, JOEY VALENCE & BRAE, SCARLXRD, AWOLNATION & MORE 28 July 2025 Following a run of blistering, sweat drenched European summer shows, Pendulum release their new single 'Cannibal ft. WARGASM'. The track is the latest to be taken from their forthcoming new album Inertia, the band's first in 15 years, which comes August 22nd via Mushroom Music / Virgin Music Group. An explosive collaboration with electro-punk duo WARGASM, 'Cannibal' is an uncompromising assault on the senses. Made for the main stages, the synth driven track is chaotic, heavy and infectious. 'I'd been listening to them for ages, when we finally met, I asked about their influences - and as soon as they started talking, it felt familiar. Atari Teenage Riot, The Prodigy, all that stuff. Even though our sounds are pretty different, it was clear we came from the same place.' - Rob Swire Produced by Rob Swire and Owen Charles and recorded at Pendulum's London Studio, Inertia is a rampaging, 16-track emotional maelstrom and without doubt the band's most personal work to date. Featuring collaborations with Bullet For My Valentine, WARGASM, AWOLNATION, Scarlxrd, Joey Valence & Brae and Hybrid Minds across the album's tracklist, Inertia began to take shape in 2020 as Rob searched for what it is to be Pendulum in its current era. Stemming from 2021's Elemental and 2023's Anima EPs, which were the blueprint for the band's future, the band found their new direction. About Pendulum... Undoubtedly one of the biggest electronic bands of all time, Pendulum have 3 platinum albums to their name, including renowned debut Hold Your Colour and a UK #1 and #2 for Immersion and In Silico. The drum and bass/rock band from Perth, Australia have sold over a million albums in the UK alone, as well as selling out global arena tours and playing to thousands across main stage performances from Glastonbury and Download to Reading and Leeds on top of a headline slot at Ultra Miami in spring 2025. The band returned with their EP Elemental in 2021 along with the comeback of the live 2023 they followed up with their EP Anima, featuring Matt Tuck from Bullet For My Valentine and acclaimed trap metal artist Scarlxrd. The band completed their biggest UK headline tour to date in 2024, including a stop at London's O2 Arena. Pendulum – Inertia Out Fri Aug 22 via Mushroom Music / Virgin Music Group 1. Driver 2. Come Alive 3. Save The Cat 4. Archangel 5. Nothing For Free 6. Cannibal (ft. WARGASM) 7. Constellations 8. Halo (ft. Bullet For My Valentine) 9. Louder Than Words (ft. Hybrid Minds) 10. Napalm (ft. Joey Valence & Brae) 11. The Endless Gaze 12. Guiding Lights (ft. AWOLNATION) 13. Colourfast 14. Silent Spinner 15. Mercy Killing (ft. Scarlxrd) 16. Cartagena
Geek Tyrant
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Trailer For AZTEC BATMAN: CLASH OF EMPIRES Dives into Mythology, Culture, and Justice — GeekTyrant
San Diego Comic-Con brought plenty of surprises this year, but one reveal in particular stood out, a very cool and interesting reimagining of the Dark Knight like we've never seen before. HBO Max has dropped the trailer for its upcoming animated feature Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires , and it's an absolute game-changer for DC fans. This Batman story comes with a cultural twist and it's a full-on reinvention that digs deep into Aztec mythology and history while keeping the core of what makes Batman, well, Batman. The film's official synopsis from HBO Max Latin America lays out the premise: 'A young Aztec boy named Yohualli Coatl, whose father, village leader Toltecatzin, is murdered by Spanish Conquistadors. Coatl flees to Tenochtitlan to warn King Moctezuma and his high priest, Yoka, of looming danger. Using the temple of Tzinacan, the bat god, as a lair, Yohualli trains with his mentor and assistant, Acatzin, developing equipment and weaponry to confront the Spaniard invasion, protect Moctezuma's temple, and avenge his father's death.' Batman as a warrior of the Aztec empire, fighting Spanish Conquistadors while drawing power and inspiration from the bat god Tzinacan, that's so cool! It's an awesome and visually rich setting that gives the Dark Knight an entirely new mythology to explore. This project was originally announced in 2022 to celebrate Batman's 83rd anniversary, Aztec Batman is a collaboration between Warner Bros. Animation, Particular Crowd, Mexico's Ánima, and Chatrone, the company behind The Book of Life . The movie was directed by Juan Meza-León, best known for his work on the Harley Quinn Animated Series , who serves as both co-writer and director. Meza-León and his team have taken inspiration from multiple sources, blending historical authenticity with the iconic traits that make Batman so badass. One of the most intriguing aspects of this film is how it balances Batman's familiar origin themes such as tragedy, vengeance, justice with the sociopolitical and spiritual context of the Aztec empire. Speaking to Anime News Network, Meza-León explained: 'He goes through tragedy at the hands of the conquistadors. So that's where you get the loss of the parents and also the loss of his village. That motivates him and pushes him into a journey that, unbeknownst to him, is being led by the deities that guide him into becoming the bat warrior.' He also assured fans that while the characters will be reimagined, their essence will remain intact: 'We try to be as faithful as we can to the essence of the characters, whether it's Batman, Joker, or Two-Face. They're completely new characters with different origins, but you can still see the spirit of their comic counterparts.' This means we'll likely see Aztec-inspired versions of Batman's greatest foes, each reinterpreted through the lens of ancient Mesoamerican culture. The team behind the film took care to represent Aztec architecture, weapons, and societal structures, all while weaving in mythological elements. Producer Aztec Batman is steeped in historical and cultural authenticity. The team took care to represent Aztec architecture, weapons, and societal structures, all while weaving in mythological elements. Producer García de Letona shared that the movie was inspired by classic Batman works as well: 'The movie was inspired by Batman: The Animated Series, Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy, and a bunch of comic books.' This isn't the first time Batman has been reimagined in a different cultural context, 2018's Batman Ninja threw the Caped Crusader into a wild anime-inspired setting, and its upcoming sequel Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League will do the same. But Aztec Batman is different. It's not just using aesthetics, it's anchoring the story in real history and mythology, blending the legendary hero with a powerful cultural narrative about colonialism, resistance, and identity. And honestly? That makes it one of the most exciting Batman projects in years. Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires will hit digital platforms on September 19.
News18
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ram Kapoor Reacts To Deepika Padukone's Exit From Spirit: 'You Earn The Right To...'
Ram Kapoor supports Deepika Padukone's 8-hour shift request after her Spirit exit, citing his own experience with setting work limits during his TV career. Read his take. The buzz around Deepika Padukone's reported exit from Spirit, directed by Animal filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga, continues to dominate conversations in the film industry. At the heart of the matter lies her request for an eight-hour workday—a demand that has sharply divided opinion across Bollywood. While some view it as a progressive step toward improving working conditions in showbiz, others argue that such decisions aren't always straightforward. Veteran actor Ram Kapoor is the latest to offer his take on the controversy. Speaking to Firstpost, the Karrle Tu Bhi Mohabbat actor shared his nuanced perspective, drawing from his own long-standing experience in television and film. 'Once you have achieved success in showbiz—whether as a star or an actor—and people want to work with you, then yes, you are in a position to choose how many hours you want to work," Ram said candidly. 'Even when I was doing television, I used to decide how many hours I wanted to work. So I've been lucky. Anybody who reaches a level where they don't have to find work is in that position to choose." However, he also emphasized the importance of commitment once a project is signed: 'Most of us actors, myself included, know that when we sign on to something, we have to do that project to the best of our ability. That's what it's all about." Recalling his television days, Ram revealed that he had once set an eight-hour limit for himself too. 'Television was nonstop. There were no seasons. It was every day, every month, for years. So I said, 'I'll work only eight hours a day.' But with films and OTT shows now, like Mistry, I sometimes work 14 to 16 hours a day—but just for a few months. And I have no reason to complain. This industry is tough, the hours are long, but I feel blessed that I'm doing what I love." He added with humility and gratitude, 'I just want to stay in a space of happiness where I know how lucky I am. I don't want to fall into that trap of constantly complaining. But that's just me—it doesn't mean I'm right and others are wrong." Ram's measured response adds to a growing chorus of voices in the industry reacting to Deepika's situation. Recently, Vikrant Massey came out in her support, stating that she 'deserved" an eight-hour schedule, especially as a new mother. Others reportedly supporting her include Pankaj Tripathi, Vinay Pathak, Saif Ali Khan, Ajay Devgn, Kajol, and filmmaker Mani Ratnam. However, filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma dismissed the issue entirely, suggesting it's been 'blown out of proportion." For context, Deepika Padukone was initially cast opposite Prabhas in Spirit. Reports claim she exited the project after her requests—including an eight-hour shoot cap, a share in profits, and not having to speak lines in Telugu—were turned down. She has now reportedly been replaced by Animal breakout star Triptii Dimri. First Published: July 17, 2025, 11:21 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Artists have an inner search in Voices
Critic and Curator Uma Nair has been writing for the past 35 years on art and culture She has written as critic for Times of India and Economic Times. She believes that art is a progressive sojourn. She learnt by looking at the best shows in Washington D.C. and New York. As author her most important books are Reverie with Raza and Meditations on Trees by Ompal Sansanwal. LESS ... MORE At the prestigious Jehangir Art Gallery in Mumbai, the Auditorium will unveil 26 Indian and International artists in a show by Bespoke Art Gallery that transcends the beauty of materials and mediums, metaphors and meanderings. Within the compositions of paintings ,drawings and sculptures these masters will reflect realities and transformations of everyday experiences and memories into artworks that engage our visual is an inner search in every artist in this show that celebrates composition. Sudip Roy's offering (Aarti ) The exhibition opens with a pair of watercolours on the city of Benares by Sudip Roy. His offering is a stunning surreal work that demonstrates how colour can be an integral part of an artist's language — how it can become a subject itself, or be deeply tied to memory, identity, culture, as well as a sacred ritual ' as old as history and older than time'. Through his distinctive practice, we gain insight into the uniqueness of his individual approach to watercolour and weaving surrealism into the spectacle, as well as discover surprising similarities between old masters and this Bengal master. Sudip captures the essence of elegance and the magic of the nightfall, showcasing the allure of cities in India as never before. His image tells stories of desire, and sadness , spirituality as well as intrigue, and power play in the intensities of cities leaving an indelible mark in our cultural history. Dashavataras Arpitha Reddy's Dashavtaras leads the show in a template that brings alive temple mural traditions from the sacred paintings in Guruvayur in Kerala. Arpitha has been creating works that create corollaries in the many avatars of Lord Vishnu for the past 10 years. The human figure in deities and details create the finesse here. Lord Krishna is among the best. Nilesh Vede Animus and Anima Nilesh Vede's Animus and Anima are a pair of human portraits taken from Carl Jung's famous essay that speaks of the masculine and feminine dualities. Nilesh is a succinct and supple creator of the human form. His men and women portraits are textured with the lexicon of the devanagari script which is the root of the Marathi alphabets. Moody and metaphoric this work is a stunning creation. Muzaffar Ali's horses Amorphous and elegant are Muzaffar Ali's pair of horse studies that emanate the moody reverie of contemplation in horses. Hoshruba is a panoramic canvas that echoes the beauty of equine creatures all over the world. Muzaffar says a horse should not be treated cruelly for human gains. His Raaz and Hoshruba belong to his two solo shows held in Delhi. Arzan moving ahead Arzan Khambhatta's Moving Ahead is a veritable testimony to time in the wake of man and his many leanings in a life in the urban city. Arzan an architect turned sculptor says his work is about the togetherness of men who work to accomplish the impossible. His work consists of a single portrait of man and a few images and the architectural nuances that frame the singular act of struggle and accomplishment. International artists This exhibition VOICES is also about celebrating creative expression amongst international artistic voices from the world like Spain,Australia, UK, and Uzbekistan, from the collection of Devin Gawarvala founder of Bespoke Art Gallery,Ahmedabad. Within the multiple mediums of works we see an unfolding of personalities and the power of compositional reach in terms of process and practice in artistic perception and perspective. Jesus Curia Bench At best a work of art could hinge on the representational ,the abstract, the figurative as well as non-figurative. While in its odyssey of creation it is at once unique and sufficient unto itself, it is the creative act that makes it palpable so that it generates its own life. Spanish mentor and sculptor Jesus Curia's small bench with two humans is a silent spectacle of sorts, it speaks to us about reflective reverie as well as the notes of contemplation when we sit on a garden chair or a bench. The design dynamics go back in time reminding us of paradisal gardens all over the world. Curia's Construction II is a work of depth and grace and gravitas. This unisexual human stands alone in an urban syntax with rusted ruins forming his lower body. Patina and perfection are the elixir of Curia who is a brilliant genius in the manner of humans he creates in myriad moods. Timur D'Vatz trio To look at three works of Guiness World Record Holder , Timur D'Vatz is to know that colour is king in the hands of this master of contemporary reality. His three works, Heraldry, Astrology, and The Hunt reflects that he has the hallmark of perfection in the way he demonstrates how colour can be an integral part of an artist's language — how it can become a subject itself, or be deeply tied to antiquity, to memory, to identity, culture, or nature. Bhajju Shyam's elephant Bhajju Shyam's elephant is a cry to humanity on the cruelty meted out to elephants at temples and other places and events. It heralds the need for making to do something about the extinction of species. Bhajju is a Gond artist who has created many elephants in the beauty of his own textural terrain. These images by 26 artists define their own space, their understanding of delineation, within their own perspectives of colour and composition. Within their own ideas of harmony and dimension their works of art have to be experienced by the audience that come to seek their own utopia within the space of this historic at the Jehangir Art Bespoke Art Gallery from Ahmedabad VOICES is a veritable debut that seeks to unveil artistic resonance. Images: Bespoke Art Gallery Ahmedabad Facebook Twitter Linkedin Email Disclaimer Views expressed above are the author's own.
Gizmodo
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
Marvel Has Dropped Another Tiny Look at ‘Wonder Man'
Chris Pratt will return for a Garfield sequel. The cast of the Mummy reboot continues to grow. Get a creepy new look at Osgood Perkins' next horror project. Plus, what's coming on Resident Alien. Spoilers get!Deadline reports Hayat Kamille (Vikings: Valhalla) has joined the cast of Lee Cronin's The Mummy in a currently undisclosed role. Bloody-Disgusting also has word Odette Annabelle, Allegra Leguizamo, Julio Cesar Cedillo, Tony Revolori, and Andres Londono will star in Anima, a 'psychological horror movie' from director Andrés Beltrán. The story concerns Helena (Annable), 'a forensic medical investigator overwhelmed by grief after the death of her husband Richard (Londono). When she becomes obsessed with a disturbing new case, Helena starts to believe she can bring Richard back—unleashing a cascade of terrifying consequences. Revolori plays Pablo, a key figure tied to the mystery that pulls Helena further into a spiral of obsession and horror. Leguizamo portrays Helena's daughter Julia.' During a recent interview with Screen Rant, Peter Jackson—who hasn't directed a feature since 2014—revealed he's currently working on 'three different screenplays,' but believes his ongoing efforts with Colossal Biosciences to bring the giant moa back from extinction is 'just as exciting.' No, no. I'm certainly not retired. We are currently working on three different screenplays. I'm at the moment writing three different scripts. We are producing and have been writing The Hunt for Gollum, which Andy Serkis is going to direct next year. I've enjoyed working on documentaries, whether they show I've grown old or not, and obviously the Get Back The Beatles project. I've enjoyed doing various things with The Beatles, which is great, and that'll probably carry on. But to me, de-extincting the Moa would be just as exciting, if not more exciting, than any film I could possibly make. I've made a lot of movies, but to see the Giant Moa brought back would be a level of excitement that I think would supersede anything at this point in time. Speaking with People, Freddie Prinze Jr. stated he believes the new I Know What You Did Last Summer includes 'the best work' he and co-star Jennifer Love Hewitt have done 'in all three of the movies [they've done] together.' I'm really proud of the work that Love and I got to do on screen. I think it's the best work we've done in all three of the movies that we did together. And I don't think it's close. In conversation with Bustle, Sydney Sweeney stated she 'would not be opposed' to a role in a (still entirely hypothetical) sequel to 2023's Barbie. I'd have to read a script, but I'm a huge, huge fan of Margot [Robbie], so I would not be opposed to it. Elsewhere, THR reports that Chris Pratt will once again voice Garfield in an unexpected sequel to last year's poorly reviewed The Garfield Movie. However, 'producers are searching for a writer and director' willing to make it. Fangoria also has a poster for Osgood Perkins' mysterious new horror project, Keeper. An alien abductee fortifies his family home against further extraterrestrial incursions in the trailer for Descendent. Elsewhere, a bullfighter begins to transform into a bull herself after being gored by an especially aggressive toro in the trailer for Animale, a 'body horror nightmare' coming to VOD this August 8. While Harry is 'brought in front of the Galactic Housing Council to answer for his crimes,' chaotic duo D'arcy and Judy take center stage in new photos from this week's episode of Resident Alien (via Spoiler TV). Finally, a new promo for Disney+ and Hulu's 2025 programming roster includes our first look at Marvel's Wonder Man, as well as new footage from Alien: Earth and Percy Jackson & the Olympians. Want more io9 news? Check out when to expect the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, what's next for the DC Universe on film and TV, and everything you need to know about the future of Doctor Who.
