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India.com
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Made for Rs 1,597 crore, earned Rs…, this film became the world's most expensive horror film, still ruling OTT after a decade, has 7.0 IMDb rating, movie is …
There are horror films… and then there's World War Z. Released back in 2013, this chilling thriller took the world by storm—literally. And now, 12 years later, it still holds its ground on streaming platforms, refusing to fade away. The film isn't just a horror ride; it's a warning shot wrapped in chaos. A mysterious virus spreads fast across the globe, turning people into violent, fast-moving zombies. Amid all this destruction is one man, Gerry Lane, played by Brad Pitt, who risks it all to save what's left of the human race. Why has World War Z survived the test of time? Because it feels real. The panic. The fear. The desperation. The movie doesn't give you a moment to breathe, as Gerry travels from country to country chasing a cure, fighting undead armies and impossible odds. Directed by Marc Forster, World War Z combines tight storytelling, nerve-racking action, and eerie music to create a cinematic experience that still manages to shake viewers to their core. Who's in it and what makes it stand out? Besides Brad Pitt, the film features solid performances by Mireille Enos, Daniella Kertesz, and Peter Capaldi. But it's Pitt's intensity and vulnerability that make you root for him. The cinematography, editing, and zombie design take things a notch higher—these aren't your slow-moving zombies. These are fast, deadly, and terrifying. Numbers speak louder than screams Made on a whopping budget of around ₹1,597 crore ($190 million), the film earned more than ₹4,547 crore ($540 million) globally. It proved that even zombie thrillers, when done right, can smash box-office records. Still trending in 2025? World War Z first dropped on OTT in September 2013 via DVD and Blu-ray, and later hit Netflix, Paramount+, and other platforms. Even in 2025, it remains among Netflix's Top 10 most-watched films. The recent rise in zombie-themed shows has brought it back into conversation. Why you should watch it (Again) If you're into fast-paced thrillers, emotional arcs, or simply love zombie lore—this one's a must-watch. And yes, it's available in Hindi too.
Yahoo
29-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
EBR schools, local judge reward students for good grades
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) – There's no doubt that getting a scholarship as a prize for good grades is exciting, but do you know what makes that even better? Getting a free school juniors and seniors were all smiles as names were called out to win scholarships, chrome books, and even a Chevrolet such a big celebration of these students' success is a tradition going strong for more than a decade at the Baton Rouge River of the men who got it all started is a judge here in Wilson Fields with the First Circuit Court of Appeals says, 'We want to bring some excitement to those students who are achieving academically,' said First Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Wilson Fields. 'All of the students in here have a 3.0 or above cumulative G.P.A. We want to display our state colleges and universities to them, to keep the best and brightest in Louisiana.'Every state college participated, rewarding students with about $700,000 in scholarships in total. 'One student will win a car, thanks to our sponsor Gerry Lane, and some students are going to get Chromebooks from our sponsor Cox Communications,' Fields mentioned. Fields believes these are all excellent extra motivators to get good grades. The event is getting even more support nowadays and is sponsored by the Mayor-President's office and CareSouth Health Services. EBR schools, local judge reward students for good grades LSU women's basketball advances to Elite 8 after 80-73 win over NC State Texas reaches 400 measles cases as US deals with outbreaks in 5 states Stolen truck pursuit ends with violent, multi-vehicle pileup in Southern California Musk says xAI buys social media platform X for $45 billion Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
