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The South African
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The South African
'F1 The Movie' premiere blends speed with cinema
Heineken 0.0 took centre stage at the South African premiere of F1 THE MOVIE, held at the IMAX Mall of Africa on 27 June. The event was a vibrant celebration, blending the excitement of Formula 1 with the glamour of film. The premiere attracted a lively crowd of South African celebrities and influencers. These included Girlie Lukhele, Khuli Chana, Bonko, Lesego Khoza, Zakes Bantwini, and Karabo Didi. Radio host and celebrity F1 fan Anele Mdoda hosted the event, keeping the energy high throughout the evening, according to Top Gear South Africa. Warrick Wyngaard, Marketing Communication Manager for Heineken South Africa, said, 'Culture shapes behaviour, and tonight's premiere proves that. This film combines emotion, adrenaline, and culture—the same ingredients that make Heineken 0.0 a perfect fit. We're leading the conversation on moderation in a way that feels modern and aspirational.' Heineken 0.0 has been an official global partner of Apple Original Films' F1 THE MOVIE since its announcement. The campaign, directed by the film's director, Joseph Kosinski and featured stars Brad Pitt and Damson Idris. Wyngaard emphasised the shift in drinking habits in South Africa and beyond. 'More people are choosing low and no-alcohol options, whether for a night out or a lifestyle change. We want to give people the freedom to choose what suits them best.' The premiere was a statement about cultural change. 'It was a proud moment to represent Heineken 0.0 here with support from the global brand team and many local celebrities. This event showcased the incredible transformation in societal views we are seeing,' Wyngaard added. Guests left inspired to embrace moderation and enjoy life's moments with confidence and a cold Heineken 0.0 in hand. F1 THE MOVIE is now showing in cinemas nationwide. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise reunite at F1 premiere in London, sparking 'Interview with the Vampire' nostalgia
Together, the two actors, who starred in Interview with a Vampire in 1994, walked the red carpet at Pitt's new film F1's London premiere on Monday, June 23. The drama about Formula One racing will be available in theaters on June 27. Before they posed for pictures, Pitt gave his longtime friend a warm embrace. Cruise wore a dark gray suit and aviators, while the actor-producer adorned his recent buzz cut with a green double-breasted suit and lavish orange sunglasses. Brad and Tom reunite for first time in 24 years at 'F1' London premiere 🇬🇧 #F1THEMOVIE — brad pitt updates (@pittstoppp) June 24, 2025 Cruise and Pitt portray vampires Lestat and Louis, respectively, in the film adaptation of Anne Rice's Interview with a Vampire. A young Kirsten Dunst, Christian Slater, Antonio Banderas, and Stephen Rea co-starred in the Neil Jordan-directed blockbuster. Pitt and the Mission: Impossible star have a number of regular collaborators in common, even though that movie is the only time they have collaborated on-screen. Jerry Bruckheimer and Joseph Kosinski, who also directed Cruise's 2022 blockbuster Top Gun: Maverick, are the producers and directors of Formula 1. As Sonny Hayes, a former racer making a comeback to Formula One with a fictional team, Pitt is a leader. The film, which was written by Ehren Kruger and produced in partnership with real-life Formula One athletes, stars Javier Bardem, Tobias Menzies, Kim Bodnia, and Damson Idris. According to CinemaBlend, Cruise remarked at CinemaCon 2025 in April, "It's great to see Brad driving." "He's a very good driver. Believe me, I've raced against him. When we were doing Interview with the Vampire, we'd go and race go-karts. We'd literally finish and go drive go-karts all night.' The Wolf's actor-producer stated to E! News earlier this month that he would be open to collaborating with his former co-star, but with one exception. 'I'm not going to hang my ass off airplanes and s--- like that, so… when he does something again, that's on the ground.' Apart from F1, Pitt also appears in the upcoming Heart of the Beast movie, directed by David Ayer. Among Cruise's next projects are the untitled Alejandro Iñárritu film, which is scheduled for release in 2026, and the WWII drama Broadsword.
