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Cosmopolitan
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Julia Garner Gives an Update on the Madonna Biopic
Madonna has pretty much set the standard for every entertainer born in the '80s and beyond—hence why she's the subject of a long-awaited biopic. The pop culture icon was originally set to direct, produce, and co-write the project, which has experienced several hurdles since its announcement in 2020. For a while, Fantastic Four: First Steps star Julia Garner was rumored to have been cast as the 'Material Girl,' though it was never fully confirmed. However, it seems likely that Julia is still tied to the role, as she reassured SmartLess podcast hosts Sean Hayes, Will Arnett, and Jason Bateman that the long-awaited Madonna biopic is 'supposed to still happen.' Bless!!! Allow us to give you a rundown on all the behind-the-scenes changes that the Madonna biopic has experienced. In 2020, the project was tied to Universal Pictures, with Jennifer's Body writer Diablo Cody on board as co-screenwriter alongside the seven-time Grammy winner. However, according to Entertainment Weekly, Diablo had pulled out to focus on other projects the following year. Later, in June 2022, a source close to the project sparked rumors that Julia was slated to star. At the time, they told People, 'The Madonna project is in active development, and Julia Garner is the choice to play Madonna in the biopic.' Then, in January 2023, Variety reported that the film was no longer being developed by Universal Pictures. That same year, Madonna embarked on her Celebration World Tour, and Julia fed into casting rumors when she made an appearance on the 'Borderline' singer's tour stop in Brooklyn. The Inventing Anna star helped judge an on-stage ballroom competition set to Madonna's 1992 hit, 'Vogue.' When asked about the experience on The Today Show, Julia shared, 'You know, we just had fun on stage. It was amazing. She was amazing. It was an incredible experience.' At that point, she played coy and still hadn't confirmed whether she was involved with the biopic. In July 2024, Madonna teased that she had teamed up with Erin Cressida Wilson to rework the project, which is rumored to have a working title of Who's That Girl as an homage to her 1987 movie of the same name. Now, Deadline reports that a Netflix limited series based on Madonna's life is in the works with Shawn Levy. The outlet confirmed that the series is 'not related' to her biopic. And while fans STILL don't know when we can expect to see said biopic, Julia did dish during her SmartLess appearance on how she landed the lead role. 'It just came about…like I knew that they were doing a project, making a movie about it, and then I went out to audition,' Julia explained on the pod. 'I kind of just wanted to see if I could do it.' She revealed that because she had no dance experience, she had to train during the audition process, only to perform for the 'Material Girl' herself. Naturally, Julia asked herself: 'What would Madonna do?' 'Which is like convincing you that she deserves…to be in this room,' she said of her audition. 'And I owned it. I was like, 'You can take it or leave it, but if you leave it, if I leave, then that's on you.''
Al-Ahram Weekly
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Egyptian director Mazen El-Gharabawy participates in Avignon Festival activities - Stage & Street - Arts & Culture
Egyptian director and playwright Mazen El-Gharabawy took part in a roundtable held as part of this year's Avignon Festival (5–26 July), marking the only Egyptian theatre-maker participating in this year's Avignon Off programme. This year's festival, celebrating the Arabic language through theatre, dance, and music, featured several events focused on the performing arts from the Arab region. El-Gharabawy participated in three days of activities, which included a roundtable, speed networking, and a workshop he led with local participants. Speaking to Ahram Online, El-Gharabawy described his connection with the Avignon Festival (Festival d'Avignon)—one of the world's most prestigious and oldest performing arts festivals—as beginning during his participation in the Adelaide Festival in March. 'We met in March, during the Adelaide Festival, a major arts festival held annually in Adelaide, South Australia. There, I presented my theatre activities, starting with the Sharm El-Sheikh International Theatre Festival for Youth (SITFY), through other festivals, and to plays I directed,' El-Gharabawy said, recalling his meeting with Harold David, Co-Chairman of Avignon Off. The centrepiece of El-Gharabawy's theatrical work is SITFY, which he founded and continues to lead. The festival's 10th edition is scheduled for November under the slogan Theatre for Peace and Humanity. Over the years, SITFY has forged collaborations with numerous international theatre institutions and launched sister editions outside Egypt. 'At first, Harold suggested that I present Body, Teeth & Wig at Avignon Off,' El-Gharabawy said, referring to a play he wrote, directed, and designed. However, despite its minimal, portable scenography, the play still required a substantial budget for international touring, making its inclusion in this year's festival unfeasible. El-Gharabawy noted that while the main Avignon In programme covers the cost of participating productions, Avignon Off relies on financial arrangements made by the artists themselves. Body, Teeth & Wig premiered in South Korea in August 2024, and was later staged in India to two sold-out audiences. The play has since been in high demand from international festivals. 'We're already planning for Body, Teeth & Wig to appear at Avignon next year,' he added. The play was previously performed in Egypt for two nights. It will return to the Cairo stage during the ongoing 18th edition of the Egyptian National Theatre Festival (20 July – 8 August), with performances scheduled at Hanager Theatre on 30 and 31 July. Since presenting the play in Avignon wasn't possible this year, Harold David invited El-Gharabawy to participate in a series of events, including the round table and networking sessions. 'The round table was attended by renowned theatre practitioners,' El-Gharabawy said, adding that in addition to himself and Harold David, it featured directors of other major international festivals, including those from Edinburgh and Adelaide. The discussions addressed the challenges of organizing theatre festivals in today's complex global context. El-Gharabawy shared insights on SITFY's programming, its participants, and its Academy Programmes, which offer workshops in both creative and technical aspects of theatre-making, led by Egyptian and international professionals. 'During our discussion, I also spent a big portion of time shedding light on the Egyptian contemporary theatre and in particular the new generation of theatre-makers,' he said. El-Gharabawy also spoke about SITFY Poland, which he launched in Kraków in 2024 with a focus on monodrama; SITFY Georgia, inaugurated in Tbilisi in April and dedicated to duo-dramas; and upcoming plans for similar events in Bodajg (Hungary) and London (UK) by 2026. Looking ahead, El-Gharabawy is working on a 2025–2030 strategic plan that includes launching festivals in Bordeaux (France), Madrid (Spain), Milan (Italy), and Berlin (Germany), as well as expanding international touring of theatrical productions. 'We are also strengthening our connections with Asia, now eyeing China and Sri Lanka, while continuing with South Korea,' he noted during his presentation. El-Gharabawy consistently highlights the importance of his team. 'We are a full-fledged entity run by amazing people. We manage several international festivals. I owe a lot to everyone involved—I couldn't do any of this without their strong support and hard work,' he said, praising his collaborators, including SITFY Managing Director Engy El-Bestawy, international partners, and the many young people engaged in the network's activities. El-Gharabawy's three-day stay at Avignon Off also included networking sessions and a workshop. Always on the move, he has now returned to Egypt for a brief period, redirecting his focus to Body, Teeth & Wig, which will take the stage in Cairo this week. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
San Francisco Chronicle
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
Klay Thompson claims being ‘in love' with Megan Thee Stallion has improved his athletic abilities
Former Golden State Warriors player Klay Thompson is deeply in love with Grammy-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion — and even claims that their budding romance has improved his athletic abilities. Megan documented their recent golf date in Arkansas this week, sharing an over seven-minute-long video recap to Instagram and TikTok in which they take turns teeing off. 'Ever since I've been in love, my golf game's reaped all the benefits,' Thompson notes after tallying up the final score in the clip, which was posted Wednesday, July 23. He also refers to Megan as his 'good luck charm' while on the course. Thompson began doting on the 'Body' rapper long before they began playing, however. Megan began her video by explaining that she let Thompson pick her outfit for the date, having him show off a few options that he purchased for her. She ultimately opted for a white shirt and pink athletic skirt. 'You picked it. You think it's cute?' she asked Thompson while showing off the look on the golf course. 'Mm-hmm, you even got the cute shoes on and the shirt,' he replied. 'I did well, I'm really proud of myself.' The couple made their red carpet debut on July 16, arriving hand in hand to the Pete & Thomas Foundation Gala in New York. Hosted by Megan, the event raised funds for the foundation, which she founded to support underserved communities and honor her late parents. 'This is my first relationship where I've ever been with somebody who's genuinely a nice person, and he makes me genuinely happy,' Megan told Page Six. 'I just never dated somebody like him before and I'm just grateful that he's here by my side and he feels the same way about me.' Megan and Thompson officially went public with their relationship earlier this month, when photos of the two holding hands after dining at Carbone in New York City made rounds online. Thompson spent 13 seasons with the Warriors, helping to lead the Bay Area team to four NBA championships before moving over to the Dallas Mavericks. Megan, a Texas native, wrapped up her 36-city 'Hot Girl Summer' tour last fall. She stopped at Chase Center, home of the Warriors, in June 2024. The previous summer, she performed at Outside Lands in Golden Gate Park.
The Hindu
21-07-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
NIMHANS signs MoU to establish a research centre
NIMHANS has tied up with the Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy (CCRYN) under the Union Ministry of AYUSH to establish a Collaborative Research Centre for Mind Body Interventions through Yoga (CCMBIY). The five-year partnership is aimed at bridging traditional Indian healing systems with modern medical science, focusing on evidence-based research in yoga, naturopathy, and their integration into mainstream healthcare. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by CCRYN director Raghavendra Rao and NIMHANS director Pratima Murthy. According to a press release from NIMHANS, Hemant Bhargav, Associate Professor of Integrative Medicine at NIMHANS, will serve as the Principal Investigator for the collaborative centre. The research team will comprise doctors - Kishore Kumar R., Nishitha Jasti, Bharath Holla, and Shivakumar from NIMHANS, and Vadiraja and Inbaraj from CCRYN, bringing together expertise from both institutions in this collaborative effort to advance the science of mind-body medicine, the release said. Under this collaboration, the institutions will jointly conduct research projects examining the efficacy of mind-body interventions for conditions including mental health disorders, metabolic disorders and neurological conditions. The initiative will also focus on training healthcare professionals and developing standardised protocols for integrative treatment approaches, the release added.
UAE Moments
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- UAE Moments
♈ Aries Daily Horoscope for July 17, 2025
You're blazing through the day like a rocket — but even rockets need direction. Today's energy has you fired up with ideas and eager to take charge, but rushing in without a plan could cause friction. Think before leaping and you'll come out a winner. 💼 Career You're in full hustle mode, but impulsive decisions could backfire. Use that drive to wrap up lingering tasks or pitch bold ideas — just double-check the details. A teammate may surprise you with valuable insight, so listen up. ❤️ Love Your confidence is magnetic, Aries! If you're single, flirt without overthinking. If you're in a relationship, avoid being too controlling — your partner wants to be heard just as much as you do. Compromise is sexy today. 🧘♀️ Body That adrenaline rush? Channel it into movement. A quick HIIT session, kickboxing, or even a walk with upbeat music will help you stay grounded. Stay hydrated — your fiery nature needs cooling support today. 🧠 Mental Health Mentally, you're revved up, but your fuse might be a bit short. Take deep breaths, pause before reacting, and try journaling or voice-noting your thoughts to clear mental clutter. 🌟 Pro Tip
