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Time of India
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'The Sandman' season 2: Release dates, plots, cast , and what to expect
'The Sandman' As the highly anticipated second season of 'The Sandman' is ready to reveal its last chapters, the world of dreams is about to face a transformation. The series explores the cosmic struggles and individual reckonings that characterise the Endless and their rule in greater detail, building on the complex tapestry woven in its premiere. The epic saga of Morpheus reaches its climactic conclusion as ancient rivalries ignite and destinies intertwine. Viewers will see a remake of key stories from Neil Gaiman's critically acclaimed graphic novels in this final season. The story begins during the 'Season of Mists', when Lucifer Morningstar quits his position as king of Hell, sparking a bloody struggle for dominance between gods and humans. Dream has to navigate dangerous partnerships and face the consequences of his previous choices as he struggles with the weight of this responsibility. 'Brief Lives', the next instalment in the series, follows Dream and his sister Delirium as they set out to find their mysterious brother Destruction. In addition to putting their familial ties to the test, this journey also calls into question Dream's conception of transformation and death. A moving and introspective conclusion to Dream's journey is anticipated from later arcs, such as 'The Kindly Ones' and 'The Wake', which explore themes of legacy, redemption, and the unstoppable march of time. Cast of 'Sandman 2' Tom Sturridge as the mysterious Dream, Gwendoline Christie as the powerful Lucifer, and Kirby Howell-Baptiste as the sympathetic Death round out the ensemble cast. The story is enhanced by new characters: Barry Sloane plays the prodigal Destruction, Esmé Creed-Miles plays the imaginative Delirium, and Adrian Lester plays Destiny. The series' rich mythos continues to grow through the portrayals of mythological characters like Odin, Thor, and Loki, played by Clive Russell, Laurence O'Fuarain, and Freddie Fox, respectively. When and where to watch 'Sandman 2' There are two volumes in the final season, each with six episodes. On July 3, 2025, Volume 1 will be aired, and on July 24, 2025, Volume 2. Viewers may finish the exciting journey through the worlds of dreams and beyond by streaming the full narrative exclusively on Netflix.
Daily Mirror
21-04-2025
- Daily Mirror
Tourist in North Korea says it 'could be holiday hotspot' but one thing is surprising
A man who claims he visited North Korea said it could be confused for Dubai or Spain – but aside from the nation's tight security, there's something else preventing it from topping travel bucket lists A tourist who claims to have visited North Korea made a stunning comparison, likening scenery in the country to Dubai or Spain – but with a crucial difference. The Spaniard, who goes by Caminante Rojo on social media, visited the country weeks after it reopened to visitors after years of closed borders. He documented his experiences as a visitor on his TikTok account. Commenting on the newly-built skyscrapers, he compared the high rises to more popular holiday destinations and visited a bar for drinks and food. Inside the modern-looking bar he was given a menu of the drinks on offer, which included what he said were imported beers being sold at sky-high prices. Describing his experience in the video, he said: "We have just been stopped at one of the newest streets in the centre of the city. This is by far the most luxurious part we have seen in our trip. It almost looks like Dubai. "Don't tell me it doesn't. Look, I'm telling you, these buildings could be in Spain. And here it is, the beer bar, with a good pair of columns shaped like beer bottles. And look at the glass window, with beer foam and everything." Struck by the prices, he added: "A Delirium beer for $79 (£59.67)! It can't be, that's crazy! This six-litre one costs $629 (£475.12). The effects of sanctions and being a blocked country? Sky-high prices. I think we'll leave the imported beer for another day." Finally, he decided to try a local beer that costs $3 (£2.27). "They haven't put us separately like in other places." he adds as he sits near to other residents. "There are also Koreans here. We have ordered eight types of beer for a tasting." As an accompaniment, they brought him dried, salted fish, which he described as a "very typical" dish. North Korea allowed western tourists to return to the country to visit a special economic zone near the Chinese border earlier this year but appeared to put a new halt on tourism just weeks later. However some tour companies are offering brave visitors the chance to take part in guided tours scheduled in the coming months. Hundreds of foreigners were also allowed to take part in the Pyonyang marathon earlier this month. Operator Young Pioneer Tours said while North Korea was officially closed to tourism, "it's clear the country is starting to loosen its grip on international tourism. These gradual steps are a strong indication that Pyongyang won't stay shut forever – and likely, it will happen sooner rather than later." However, due to the level of tension on the Korea peninsula, British travellers are advised by the Foreign Office against "all but essential travel" to North Korea. Meanwhile permission to film is tightly controlled by the government. People are urged to follow the advice of their tour operator.
