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Daily Mirror
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Liz Hurley reunites with iconic Bedazzled co-star as she teases huge project
Liz Hurley has been pictured reuniting with her 'beloved' Bedazzled co-star Brendan Fraser at the premiere of his new film, The Whale, and looked over the moon to be back by his side Liz Hurley is reuniting with her 'beloved' co-star of Bedazzled. Liz starred in the movie Bedazzled in 2000. In the film, she played the role of the Devil. Now she is reuniting with co-star Brendan Fraser, taking to Instagram to show the 'bliss' moment. Captioning the photo of the pair cosying up to each other and looking cheerful, Liz said: Reunited! 25 years on, my beloved co-star of Bedazzled - the heavenly Brendan Fraser - and I are finally back on screen together. Bliss. Breaking Bear is a deranged new animated show coming next year on @tubi …' Brendan made his long-awaited movie comeback in 2023's The Whale, winning an Academy Award for his leading role. The actor also hosted the 96th annual Oscar Awards last year. But it was all so different for a long time, as Brendan, now 56, was allegedly shunned for opening up on past abuse claims. In the late 1990s and early noughties, Brendan was a mainstay on the big screen, with key roles in the likes of The Mummy and George of the Jungle. However, he later found himself "blacklisted" in the industry, claiming it was due to his claims he had been the victim of sexual abuse in the industry. In 2018, Brendan spoke to GQ and said his career "withered on a vine" after the alleged groping in 2003 by a big figure in the industry. He explained how the horrible situation had left him "miserable", "depressed" and somewhat of a "reclusive". Speaking of the incident with the publication at the time, Brendan said: "His left hand reaches around, grabs my a** cheek, and one of his fingers touches me in the taint. And he starts moving it around. I felt ill. I felt like a little kid. I felt like there was a ball in my throat. I thought I was going to cry... In my mind, at least, something had been taken away from me." Brendan later revealed he had received a written apology regarding the incident, but claimed he found himself shut out from the HFPA and the Golden Globes awards which had him thinking he had been blacklisted. However, last year marked his impressive comeback, and he was visibly emotional during his acceptance speech. As he held his award, he joked: "So this is what the multiverse looks like!" Brendan went on to say: "I thank the academy for this honour… Darren Aronofsky for throwing me a creative lifeline and hauling me aboard the good ship The Whale," before he later added: "I started in this business 30 years ago…there was a facility that that I didn't appreciate at the time until it stopped. Liz also took to Instagram recently over Easter to showcase her budding romance with country singer Billy Ray Cyrus, 63. Now, pals of the Against the Wild actress are saying wedding bells might be heard in the near future. It comes after the surprising match shared yet more images to social media. In the latest Instagram post, the Achy Breaky Heart singer wrapped his arms around his new girlfriend as they posed by a tree for the affectionate shot. She opted for an airy white lace blouse for the occasion while casually rocking blue jeans and aviator-style sunglasses. Billy Ray flashed a grin as he wore a purple plaid shirt rolled up to the elbows to show off his body art. Liz was also seen smiling in a vehicle as she sat next to a dog while Billy Ray drove them on the greens. Liz captioned the upload: "Tennessee weekend," with a love heart emoji, while Heidi Klum was among the many followers sharing their delight at the snaps. The pair, who first met while filming Christmas In Paradise in 2022, are said to have reconnected last year. It comes as Liz reportedly became a surprising shoulder for him to cry on following the collapse of his third marriage. However, pals suggest their pair is going from strength to strength, and Liz could soon be the singer's fourth wife. Speaking to The Sun, a source said: "Everyone is saying he could be the one, so don't be surprised if she marries again." They added: "Everyone is saying Billy and Liz are world s apart, but actually they are very similar. They have a lot in common and have the same interests."
New Indian Express
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Chaluve Gowda: Kantara Chapter 1 is strategically prepared for the prestigious Oscar awards
Chaluve Gowda, the co-founder of Hombale Films, recently participated in the prestigious World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES Summit 2025), organised by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India. The event, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aimed to showcase the growth, innovation, and global opportunities within India's thriving media and entertainment sector. Chaluve Gowda engaged in a lively discussion with renowned figures like A Sreekar Prasad, the editor of RRR, and Ujwal Nirgudkar, an Oscar committee member and technical advisor to the Indian Film Federation. He proudly shared insights into Hombale Films' international projects, and specifically mentioned that Kantara Chapter 1 is being strategically prepared for the prestigious Oscar Awards, marking a significant step for the Kannada film industry on the global stage. In his speech, Chaluve Gowda stressed the importance of educating filmmakers about the Oscar submission process. "There's a clear need for workshops on how to submit and promote films for the Oscars. With more awareness, Indian creators can make a bigger impact globally," he said. Hombale Films, known for hits like KGF, Kantara, and Salaar, also played a key role at the summit's "WAVES Bazaar." This exciting marketplace brought together global buyers and sellers, fostering valuable cross-border collaborations. The Bazaar has quickly become one of the summit's most successful platforms. Kantara Chapter 1, directed by Rishab Shetty—who also stars in the lead role—is almost finished with filming and is set to release on October 2. The film has generated much anticipation, adding to the buzz surrounding Hombale Films' growing international presence.
USA Today
03-03-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Hulu says technical glitch during Oscars livestream has been fixed
Hulu says technical glitch during Oscars livestream has been fixed Hulu says its services have been restored after a technical glitch that left viewers unable to access the streaming service during the 2025 Oscar Awards. "Thanks so much for hanging in there! Our team took the necessary steps to resolve this, so you should be all set after rebooting your device," Hulu said in a post on X at 9:21 p.m. ET. "We appreciate your patience!" More than 34,000 Hulu subscribers had reported problems accessing the streaming service Sunday, according to Down Detector, which tracks network outages, shortly after the 97th Academy Awards commenced in Los Angeles. The annual award ceremony, also referred to as entertainment's biggest night, kicked off at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT with the show airing live on ABC and livestreaming on Disney's Hulu. However, Hulu started experiencing trouble shortly before 7 p.m. ET, per Down Detector. The official red carpet show, hosted by Julianne Hough and Jesse Palmer, aired prior to the main ceremony at 6:30 p.m. ET / 3:30 p.m. PT. Oscars 2025 live updates: Kieran Culkin wins best supporting actor for 'A Real Pain' Hulu says 'we're on it' amid Oscars outage Hulu had earlier said it is aware of the issue and said it was "actively investigating" the glitch and hopes to restore service soon. "Having issues logging in?" Hulu said in a post on X at 7:39 p.m. ET and their website. "If so – we're on it! Our team is actively investigating, and we hope to have things back up and running soon." Responding to several users, Hulu had apologized for the inconvenience and had said it is "currently investigating this with a high priority." Saman Shafiq is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at sshafiq@ and follow her on X and Instagram @saman_shafiq7.
USA Today
03-03-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Viewers report technical problems with Hulu during Oscars livestream
Viewers report technical problems with Hulu during Oscars livestream If you're having trouble accessing Hulu to catch the 2025 Oscar Awards, you're not alone. More than 34,000 Hulu subscribers reported problems accessing the streaming service Sunday, according to uptime monitoring site Downdetector, as the 97th Academy Awards are underway in Los Angeles. The annual award ceremony, known as entertainment's biggest night, kicked off at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT with the show airing live on ABC and livestreaming on Disney's Hulu. However, Hulu started experiencing trouble shortly before 7 p.m. ET, per Downdetector, which tracks network outages. The official red carpet show, hosted by Julianne Hough and Jesse Palmer, aired prior to the main ceremony at 6:30 p.m. ET / 3:30 p.m. PT. Oscars 2025 live updates: Kieran Culkin wins best supporting actor for 'A Real Pain' Hulu says 'we're on it' amid Oscars outage Hulu is aware of the issue and says it is "actively investigating" the glitch and hopes to restore service soon. "Having issues logging in?" Hulu said in a post on X and their website. "If so – we're on it! Our team is actively investigating, and we hope to have things back up and running soon." Responding to several users, Hulu apologized for the inconvenience and said they are "currently investigating this with a high priority." Hulu did not specify when services would be restored. Saman Shafiq is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at sshafiq@ and follow her on X and Instagram @saman_shafiq7.
