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Toronto Film Festival premiere Magazine screened to showcase pre-digital literary world.

Magazine is a Toronto Film Festival premiere described as a pre-digital world piece.

Netflix cancels Sweet Magnolias after five seasons

Heidi Klum attends HeidiFest 2026 with Naomi Campbell and Tom Kaulitz

Heidi Klum celebrated HeidiFest 2026 in two pairs of pumps with Naomi Campbell and her husband Tom Kaulitz; Klum's daughter Leni also attended.

Rachel Marsh lands role in Prime Video adaptation of The Love Hypothesis

Rachel Marsh lands role in Prime Video adaptation of The Love Hypothesis

Bang Chan of Stray Kids donates 2 million won for rehabilitation patients and Nepal relief

Bang Chan of Stray Kids donated 2,000,000 won for rehabilitation patients and Nepal relief.

Nominees for the 2026 VMAs social categories have been announced.

Upcoming 2026 book-to-movie adaptations announced, including Emily Henry’s People We Meet on Vacation on Netflix and Ridley Scott's The Dog Stars releasing in August.

Many books will provide backbone to theatrical and streaming releases in 2026. Emily Henry’s People We Meet on Vacation adaptation hit Netflix in January, and Ridley Scott’s The Dog Stars, starring Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin, and Margaret Qualley, is slated for release in August.

Hong Kong student黎家盈 joins TianGong class as payload specialist, delivering space science demonstrations

On Sept 9, a synchronous TianGong Class session at Hong Kong's Ho Chuen Yao Memorial School and corresponding venue in Macau featured Li Jiaying, Hong Kong's first payload specialist, delivering space science demonstrations via live link with the China Space Station 400 kilometers above Earth. Li, along with Shenzhou 23 crew commander Zhu Yangzhu and astronaut Zhang Zhiyuan, showed microgravity demonstrations and spoke about space life, while the event highlighted Li's selection as the only Hong Kong payload specialist in Aug 2024.

Harry Kane scores in Bayern Munich's 7-0 win over Union Berlin to become the fastest player to reach 100 Bundesliga goals

Harry Kane scored twice as Bayern Munich thumped Union Berlin 7-0, becoming the fastest player to reach 100 Bundesliga goals in his 98th league appearance for the club. The previous record, set by Dieter Müller in 1977, stood at 129 matches.

EBiDAN’s ‘Yes! Tokyo’ remains No. 1 on Japan Hot 100 for a third consecutive week; Aimyon’s ‘Marigold’ returns to the Top 10 after six years

EBiDAN’s Yes! Tokyo remains No. 1 on the Japan Hot 100 for a third week.

Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi announces she is cancer-free following a hysterectomy after cervical cancer diagnosis

Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi announced she is cancer-free after undergoing a hysterectomy seven months after being diagnosed with stage 1 cervical cancer.

Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson explains how a fall during a training run prevented a world record attempt.

Mauricio Umansky comments on Farrah Aldjufrie's pregnancy and forthcoming grandson on a red carpet interview.

Mauricio Umansky says he is excited about Farrah Aldjufrie’s pregnancy with Zach Goldsmith, calling it the first boy in the family. He spoke at the red carpet for Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test season five ahead of the Sept. 24 Fox premiere. He also praised Zach as a good partner and father-to-be, with Alexia Umansky weighing in on the couple’s relationship and the upcoming baby.

Vogue World 2026: Milano livestream schedule announced

Vogue World 2026: Milano livestream schedule announced for Tuesday, September 22 at 2 p.m. EDT / 11 a.m. PDT.

Amazon MGM responds to harassment allegations against Criminal creator Ed Brubaker

HBO orders The Spread series starring Javier Bardem

Tom Cruise and team reduce prosthetic application time for Digger role

Tom Cruise and team reduce prosthetic application time for Digger role

Vicky Krieps discusses projects including Ryan Murphy, Ocean’s Eleven, and Lizzie Borden on Monster season

Vicky Krieps discussed her upcoming slate, which includes projects connected to Ryan Murphy, Ocean’s Eleven, and Lizzie Borden on Monster season. She described her career as savvy and instinct-led, spanning the U.S. and Europe, and said she would fight for these projects until the end of her life.

CAA signs filmmaker Nick Kozakis after Toronto premiere

CAA has signed filmmaker Nick Kozakis after the premiere of his sophomore feature Kick On at this year’s Toronto Film Festival. The project is set to screen next at Fantastic Fest and Beyond Fest. Kick On follows four young friends who face a life-threatening situation after a night of partying leads to an encounter.

NAZA documentary to be released in U.S. theaters after controversy

The investigative documentary NAZA, which sparked attention at the Venice Film Festival and drew criticism from Israeli politicians including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, will open in U.S. theaters later this year. Filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor and their team are pursuing a self-distribution model in the U.S., with a September opening planned.

Giles Martin revisits Beatles albums with new digital remixes

Paramount sets July 16, 2027 release for Crawl sequel

Vancouver International Film Festival unveils first Works in Progress and international co-productions through its Institute for the Moving Image

The Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF), through its new Institute for the Moving Image, announced a slate consisting of eight first-ever Works in Progress (WIP) and eight international co-productions. The initiatives aim to connect filmmakers with domestic, U.S. and international financing, distribution opportunities, and production partners.

Elevation Pictures boards as Canadian theatrical distributor for Jason Lapeyre’s World War II hybrid documentary The Auschwitz Volunteer

Elevation Pictures has boarded as the Canadian theatrical distributor for Jason Lapeyre’s World War II hybrid documentary The Auschwitz Volunteer. The film tells the true story of Witold Pilecki, a Polish soldier who volunteers to go to a Nazi prison camp and start a resistance movement from the inside. The project is written, produced and set to be directed by Lapeyre.

Macondo Park opens amid enthusiasm from thousands

Macondo Park opens with thousands of attendees

Alan Ritchson is in talks to star in Sony Pictures’ Helldivers adaptation directed by Justin Lin

Alan Ritchson is in talks to star in Sony Pictures’ Helldivers adaptation, directed by Justin Lin, after Jason Momoa exited the project. The film is based on Arrowhead Game Studios’ video game franchise.

Trailer release for The Vvaan featuring Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia

The trailer for The Vvaan has been released, expanding on the world introduced in the film’s teaser with a forest setting and supernatural elements. It showcases a folklore-based fantasy, adventure, and mystery, introducing Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia in a first-time on-screen pairing as their characters navigate a world shaped by ancient beliefs and supernatural forces.

Grand Theft Auto 6: The Album announced with physical release ahead of the game.

Rockstar Games announced Grand Theft Auto 6: The Album, a 34-song collection featuring original music from artists including Keith Richards, Yung Lean, Morgan Wallen, and Rauw Alejandro, with licensing of famous music as well. The album is released in partnership with Atlantic Records, and the GTA 6 soundtrack will arrive on November 19 alongside the game, with multiple vinyl and CD versions available at retailers.

Lady Gaga and Michael Polansky welcomed their daughter Rose via surrogate

Lady Gaga and Michael Polansky welcomed their daughter Rose via surrogate. The child’s full legal name is Rose Bean Polansky, born June 9 at 11:19 PM PT in Los Angeles. TMZ notes that it’s unclear why the couple used a surrogate.

KBS 1TV announces new weekday drama Mission: Mompossible starring Jung Min Ah and Dong Ha, set to premiere September 28.

KBS 1TV announces a new weekday drama, Mission: Mompossible, starring Jung Min Ah and Dong Ha. The series follows two mothers and their intertwining lives, with Jung Min Ah as Kang Da Mi, the assistant to designer Cha Seung Yoon played by Dong Ha, and a developing romance between the two leads. Mission: Mompossible premieres on September 28 at 8:30 p.m. KST.

Zack Snyder reveals plot setting and potential actor for Snake Plissken in his Escape from New York remake

Zack Snyder discussed the setting for his Escape from New York remake and revealed he may already have someone lined up to star as Snake Plissken.

Carly Rae Jepsen releases double album ‘Day and Night’

Carly Rae Jepsen released a double album titled ‘Day and Night’ with 24 tracks and over 100 minutes in length

Rajat Kapoor joins the cast of Akshay Kumar’s Samuk to play a pivotal role

Rajat Kapoor joins Akshay Kumar’s Samuk to play a pivotal role. The film, directed by Kanishk Varma, is being shot in the UK and described as a large-scale sci-fi action thriller produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah under Sunshine Pictures and co-produced by Aashin A Shah.

Release of the film Modha Rathri featuring Rishikanth and Anishma praised in review

Release of the film Modha Rathri featuring Rishikanth and Anishma praised in review.

Far Cry TV series adds Brendan Gleeson and Jennifer Jason Leigh

India's submission for Oscars 2027 is the Marathi film Gondhal

Marathi film 'Gondhal' is India's pick for Oscars 2027.

Original cast members Nikki M. James and Rory O’Malley return to The Book of Mormon for a 12-week Broadway engagement

Nikki M. James and Rory O’Malley will return to The Book of Mormon on Broadway for a strictly limited 12-week engagement at the Eugene O’Neill Theatre, from October 27, 2026, to January 17, 2027. James will reprise her Nabulungi role, and O’Malley will return in a role unspecified in the article.

Director comments on fan backlash to Resident Evil movie

Director Zach Cregger says he was 'not prepared' for fan backlash to his Resident Evil movie, defending his approach of honoring the experience of playing the games rather than retelling them. The film, focusing on Bryan, a courier in Raccoon City amid a viral outbreak, is expected to have a strong opening weekend, despite mixed reactions to changes from the games. The Resident Evil series has sold 213 million copies since its 1996 debut."

Director discusses size and DLC plans for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation

Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, the final part of the FF7 Remake trilogy, is about six months from release. Director Naoki Hamaguchi is addressing questions about the game's size, including its side activities and the fact it won’t ship fully on-disc at launch, amid discussions of size versus quality.

Universal Studios Hollywood opens the Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift ride

Universal Studios Hollywood opened the Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift ride on September 16. The outdoor roller coaster features four iconic cars from the franchise, including a Dodge Charger and a Toyota Supra, letting fans feel like characters Dominic Toretto or Letty.

Sharon Stone comments on public fear following her iconic role in Basic Instinct.

Sharon Stone says people are still terrified of her after Basic Instinct.

Collin Gosselin discusses support from family while competing on Special Forces: World's Toughest Test.

Collin Gosselin talks about his family’s support as he competes on Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test. At a Sept. 17 red carpet, he thanked his dad Jon Gosselin, Colleen Conrad, and his siblings for encouragement, ahead of the season five premiere on Sept. 24 at 9 p.m. ET on Fox (also streaming on Hulu).

Hulu orders Heatwave, a limited series set in Ibiza, created, written and executive produced by Anna Symon

Hulu has greenlit Heatwave, a limited series set on Ibiza, created, written and executive produced by Anna Symon, creator of Joan. The show explores buried secrets of two families on a life-changing vacation on the island.

Nicole Wallace lands female lead opposite Josh Heuston in Throttled for Amazon MGM Romance.

Nicole Wallace has landed the female lead opposite Josh Heuston in Throttled, Amazon MGM's romance based on the first book in Lauren Asher's Dirty Air series. Wallace will play Maya Alatorre, an ambitious young woman who joins her brother on the racing circuit and falls into a forbidden, high-stakes romance.

The film 'Masc', directed by Bertil Nilsson, premiered at the Toronto Film Festival.

The film Masc premiered at the Toronto Film Festival.

The film 'The Human Factor' by Otto Preminger was released on the streaming platform Arte.tv.

The film The Human Factor was released on Arte.tv.

The film 'La bola negra' begins its Oscar campaign with a reported 20 million euro investment from Netflix.

Netflix is expected to invest 20 million euros in the promotion of the film La bola negra.

The 2026 Nanliang Red Tourism Film and Art Week begins in Qingyang, Gansu.

According to 中国新闻网 文化, the 2026 Nanliang Red Tourism Film and Art Week opened on the 16th in Huachi County, Qingyang, Gansu, at the Nanliang Revolutionary Site core display park within the Long March National Cultural Park. The event runs until September 22 and features 12 themed activities across three categories, drawing film and literary professionals, media, and visitors to celebrate and promote red tourism and rural development through light and shadow storytelling.

The Telugu film 'Happy Journey' was released.

The film Happy Journey was released.

Catalan government cinema funding increased to 30.2 million euros in 2025.

According to Variety, Catalonia’s government cinema funding rose to €30.2 million in 2025, up from €12.5 million in 2019, marking a substantial increase in annual general cinema funding over 2019–25. The article notes that films are also getting bigger as a new generation of filmmakers and TV creatives has emerged over the last decade.

Gautham Vasudev Menon informs the Madras High Court that an investor has been finalized to release the film 'Dhruva Natchathiram'.

Gautham Vasudev Menon stated an investor was finalized to release the film Dhruva Natchathiram before October 31.

Richie Mehta's film 'Phoolan' premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.

The film Phoolan had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival.

Busan International Film Festival appoints Zhang Yimou as the head of the competition jury.

The Busan International Film Festival appointed Zhang Yimou as the competition jury chief.

Chinese sci-fi film 'Baby Bangkok' holds its North American premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival.

According to CGTN Culture, the Chinese sci-fi film Baby Bangkok held its North American premiere at the TIFF Bell Lightbox during the 51st Toronto International Film Festival on September 13, 2026, with writer-director Rosy Hoo leading the main cast to a full house. The story is told from an AI robot’s perspective about a young girl inhabiting an AI body to search for her missing mother, and a film critic noted its open reflections on life, memory, and tech ethics.

The Zhejiang Kunqu Opera Troupe held a gala to celebrate its 70th anniversary.

According to 中国新闻网 文化, the Zhejiang Kunqu Opera Troupe (浙昆) held a gala in Hangzhou on September 16 to celebrate its 70th anniversary, featuring classics such as Fifteen Strings, The Palace of Eternal Life, The Peony Pavilion, and new works including Sheng Shihongzhuang and Zhuangzai Shaonian performed by two generations of young actors. The celebration highlights the troupe's 70-year link to Fifteen Strings, its multi-generational transmission of skills under an eight-character lineage, and its ongoing repertoire expansion and awards, with plans for nearly 100 performances in 2026 including revivals, new productions, and public welfare tours.

Netflix acquired domestic rights to the film 'Sacrifice' in May.

Netflix acquired the domestic rights to the film 'Sacrifice' in May 2026.

Beijing announces the 2026 International Drama Exhibition Season featuring 120 productions from over 20 countries.

According to 中国新闻网 文化, the 2026 Beijing International Drama Exhibition Season, titled 'Da Xi Kao Beijing,' will open on October 7 and run through the end of the year, featuring 120 plays from more than 20 countries and regions, including Russia, the United Kingdom, and Germany. This marks the fifth consecutive year of the season, with upgrades to an international, high-quality lineup and a city-wide drama carnival and related activities. The event is guided by notable institutions and will include performances at major venues and a dedicated program at Shougang Park.

San Sebastián Film Festival 2026 Opens Its 74th Edition