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Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Netflix's snowy alien invasion series 'The Eternaut' is the sci-fi hidden gem of 2025
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. It's always refreshing to stumble upon a new sci-fi show that demands immediate attention and viewers respond to so passionately, like Netflix's eerie new alien invasion saga, "The Eternaut." This six-episode series arrives from Argentina, and it's easily one of the biggest surprises of the year with a 95% Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes and legions of genre fans clambering on board. Filled with resonating imagery, outstanding performances by its superb Spanish-speaking cast, and visual effects by DNEG and many other leaders of the SFX industry, director Bruno Stagnaro's "The Eternaut" has a humble origin story of how it finally came to the small screen after a half-century of failed adaptation attempts that also included an aborted animated series. "The Eternaut" came to life in 1957 as a serialized sci-fi comic for Hora Cero in Buenos Aires written by Héctor Germán Oesterheld and injected with stark detailed artwork by Francisco Solano López. Looking at some of the original comic strips and its veiled political commentary, it's hard to believe that Robert Kirkman wasn't aware of — or influenced by — this international marvel at some point before bringing his "The Walking Dead" comic book saga to life, but perhaps it's just mere coincidence. The intense setup here is fairly straightforward as these types of sci-fi mystery shows go, with Buenos Aires residents going about their evenings when a sudden nightmarish snowfall descends over the metropolis, killing millions indiscriminately. We follow a man named Juan Salvo (Ricardo Darin) and other bands of survivors as they don makeshift protective suits and venture outside to wander the desolate streets littered with corpses, only to find another invasive threat far greater than toxic snow. Carla Peterson, César Troncoso, and Andrea Pietra also co-star with Darin. Gastón Girod's wonderful muted cinematography here is a true revelation: a billowing red Santa Claus balloon skips over the roofs of a mountain of abandoned cars; falling meteors create an unholy glow in stained glass church windows; a solitary masked figure cuts a lonely trail through abandoned snow-covered boulevards; lumbering alien cockroaches wrap victims in spider-like threads. Together, they create a striking visual tableau from which to tell this harrowing tale and pay respectful homage to the comic strip source material by replicating its dramatic panel style. Yes, we've seen this brand of post-apocalyptic mystery box setup and its ensemble survival aspects in other TV offerings like "The Walking Dead," "The Last Of Us," "Colony," "The Rain," "Falling Skies," "Invasion," and countless others in recent years. But it's important to point out that "The Eternaut" was written and illustrated nearly 70 years ago! It was one of the original archetypes, the template, of the genre for all that came later. Those 1950s newspaper comic strips and subsequent graphic novel collections are practically a national treasure in Argentina, and the list of filmmakers trying to deliver its doomsday sci-fi story in other mediums was long and impressive. It's a bit of a slow burn to begin, but it picks up rapidly once we've been introduced to the collection of main characters, so be patient and hang with it as viewers will be well rewarded. We'll save some of the big geeky twists for you to discover once the haunting visuals and compelling performances kick in. With a second season already greenlit, "The Eternaut" is currently streaming on Netflix.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive! Yash's Ravana finds his Mandodari in Kajal Aggarwal
Actress Kajal Aggarwal has been cast as Mandodari in Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming adaptation of the Ramayana, Aggarwal will play the wife of Ravana, a character known for her wisdom, grace, and loyalty despite her husband's actions. In the magnum opus, she will appear opposite actor Yash, who portrays the role of Ravana. Earlier there were reports suggesting that Sakshi Tanwar will be playing the part of Mandodari. Tanwar and Tiwari have worked together in the past in Dangal . However, a source suggests otherwise. "Kajal just did her look test last week, and will be playing the character of Mandodari opposite Yash. She has started shooting for the bit recently. The makers are currently shooting Ravana's Lanka bits," the source adds. We reached out to Kajal and Sakshi, however, both the actresses didn't reply to our message. Kajal and Yash have never shared screen space. Ramayana will mark their first on-screen pairing. Kajal was last seen opposite Salman Khan in Sikandar . Mandodari, the daughter of the demon king Mayasura and apsara Hema, is a revered figure in the Ramayana for her moral strength and devotion. Despite Ravana's misdeeds, she consistently advises him to act righteously, urging him to return Sita to Lord Rama. Her character holds a significant place in the epic, known for her wisdom and virtue. The project, produced by Namit Malhotra, is being planned as a two-part series, with the first part scheduled for release during Diwali 2026 and the second in Diwali 2027. The film will feature a wide range of actors, including Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi, and Sunny Deol as Hanuman. The visual effects for the series are being handled by the Oscar-winning VFX company DNEG, ensuring a high-quality cinematic presentation. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Business Mayor
02-05-2025
- Business
- Business Mayor
Prime Focus to set up global entertainment destination in Mumbai with Rs 3,000 crore investment
Prime Focus Group, a leading independent integrated media services powerhouse, in collaboration with the Government of Maharashtra, said it will develop a new global entertainment destination at the heart of India's filmmaking industry in project includes a proposed investment of Rs 3000 crore to create the world's most technologically advanced and digitally connected content creation ecosystem. This ambitious development will position Mumbai as a global hub for content creators and entertainment enthusiasts, while also serving as a magnet for both domestic and international tourism. Designed as a multi-year initiative, the new hub will feature world-class production studios equipped with state-of-the-art digital infrastructure to support high-end content creation. It will also offer live entertainment facilities, theme parks, and immersive experience centres. In addition to its entertainment offerings, the destination will include lifestyle components such as shopping and dining areas, luxury hotels, and residential accommodations. The investment is expected to create thousands of highly skilled jobs and support the development of a sustainable, modern infrastructure. Prime Focus, established in 1997 by founder Namit Malhotra and listed on both the National and Bombay Stock Exchanges of India, is the parent company of the Prime Focus Group. The Group includes eight-time Academy Award-winning visual effects and animation company DNEG, AI technology company BRAHMA, and content financing and production company Prime Focus Studios. The Group already owns and operates one of Asia's largest production facilities in Mumbai, which includes eight Hollywood-designed soundstages within a 200,000 square foot studio complex. Its post-production facilities, including DNEG Mumbai, are located on the initiative, Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister of Maharashtra, stated: 'Growth, infrastructure development, and a sustainable future are all vital to the development of Maharashtra. As we continue to lead the way in massive infrastructure projects—including the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train, the coastal road, and the Vadhvan Port—I am glad to add the creation of this next-generation entertainment hub to the list of projects that are transforming our state, keeping us at the forefront of India's growth and development. I look forward to working with Prime Focus and DNEG to create a world-class production and tourism destination, securing Mumbai's position as a filmmaking and entertainment centre of excellence.'Prime Focus Group Founder Namit Malhotra added, 'My vision for this development, which is shared by the Honourable Chief Minister Mr. Devendra Fadnavis, is to honour the 100+ year legacy of our world-renowned movie industry by bringing together the combined might of the Prime Focus Group companies—including DNEG's Oscar-winning creativity, Brahma's AI technology, and Prime Focus Studios' financing and production capabilities—to build the world's most advanced and innovative centre of excellence for the creation of content, right at the heart of our filmmaking heritage, here in Mumbai.'
Hindustan Times
02-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Prime Focus to invest ₹3,000 crore for 200-acre 'film city' in Mumbai
Prime Focus on Friday announced a ₹3,000 crore investment to set up a 'film city', housing an entire ecosystem related to entertainment. The BSE-listed entertainment company signed a memorandum of understanding with the Maharashtra government to create the facility, which has the potential to create up to 2,500 jobs, on the sidelines of the ongoing WAVES 2025 event in Mumbai. The group plans to invest ₹3000 crore in this project, with an aim of creating thousands of skilled jobs and attracting tourists and content creators from around the world. The announcement was met with enthusiasm from Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who framed the initiative as part of the state's broader infrastructure push. 'Growth, infrastructure development, and a sustainable future are all vital,' he said, adding the project would complement existing mega-developments like the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train and Vadhvan Port. 'Growth, infrastructure development, and a sustainable future are all vital to the development of Maharashtra. As we continue to lead the way in massive infrastructure projects — including the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train, the coastal road, and the Vadhvan Port — I am glad to add the creation of this next-generation entertainment hub to the list of projects that are transforming our state, keeping us at the forefront of India's growth and development," he said. CM added, "I look forward to working with Prime Focus and DNEG to create a world-class production and tourism destination, securing Mumbai's position as a filmmaking and entertainment centre of excellence.' • High-tech production studios with strong digital infrastructure for top-quality content creation • Live entertainment venues, theme parks, and interactive experience centres • Lifestyle and leisure spaces such as shopping areas, restaurants, hotels, and residential spaces Also Read: HC gives Maharashtra a week to finalise child safety norms in schools Prime Focus, founded in 1997 by Namit Malhotra, is the parent company of several top businesses including DNEG (which has won eight Oscars for visual effects), the AI tech company BRAHMA, and Prime Focus Studios, which handles production and financing. The company already owns one of Asia's biggest studio spaces in Mumbai, with eight Hollywood-style soundstages and top-level post-production facilities. The proposed hub is nothing if not ambitious: a next-generation space boasting high-tech production studios, live entertainment venues, interactive experience centres, and a range of leisure options including restaurants, hotels, and residential units. In essence, a self-contained entertainment city within Mumbai - India's film capital and long-standing home to the Bollywood machine. Malhotra cast the development as a patriotic and strategic project. 'We are not just developing the world's foremost content creation centre; we are creating a destination that presents India's culture, our history, and our capabilities to the world,' he said. His remarks were steeped in legacy talk — honoring more than a century of Indian cinema while pitching the venture as a model of innovation and soft power. If all goes to plan, the site could become a magnet for content creators, tech innovators, tourists, and global investors. The project is expected to begin soon and will play a big role in making Mumbai a global hub for media, entertainment, and tourism.
Hans India
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Ramayana teaser to be screened at WAVES summit
Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana is fast emerging as one of the most monumental mythological films in Indian cinema history. Featuring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Sai Pallavi as Sita, the epic is being crafted in two parts and has once again captured attention — this time at the prestigious World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES), which kicked off in Mumbai on April 28 and runs until May 4. In a major update, it has been confirmed that the highly anticipated teaser of Ramayana will be showcased during the summit, most likely today or tomorrow. However, the teaser will remain exclusive to select attendees and won't be released to the general public just yet, leaving fans eager for a glimpse of the mythological spectacle. The film boasts a stellar ensemble and a massive production scale. Yash, who gained pan-India stardom with KGF, plays the formidable Ravana, while the technical crew is equally star-studded. The musical score is being composed by the legendary AR Rahman in collaboration with Hollywood maestro Hans Zimmer — a rare combination that promises an international cinematic experience. Ramayana is being produced by Namit Malhotra's DNEG along with Yash's Monster Mind Creations. The first part is slated for a grand Diwali 2026 release, with the sequel arriving in Diwali 2027. With such a powerful lineup and creative ambition, Ramayana is undoubtedly one of the most awaited films of the decade.
