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The Kabuki drama “Kokuho” made its mark in box office history, recording the highest box office revenue ever for a Japanese live-action film in the domestic market. This surpassed the 22-year record set by Bayside Shakedown 2 in 2003. The film generated 17.4 billion yen ($111 million) in local revenue and sold more than 12.3 million tickets as of Nov. 24, according to Kogyo Tsushinsha, Japan’s largest box office revenue reporting service. After 172 days in theaters since its release on June 6, the film currently ranks 11th overall across all genres in Japanese box office history. “Kokuho,” directed by…
Kevin Spacey is set to face three more sexual assault claims in a London civil court next year. According to BBC News, three men have filed a lawsuit against the actor, alleging that he assaulted them between 2000 and 2013. A hearing at London’s High Court on Wednesday suggested a preliminary trial date of October 12, 2026, but it has not yet been determined whether the appeal will be heard in one civil court or three consecutive civil courts. Spacey, who was acquitted of sexual assault charges brought against him by four men in a British criminal trial in 2023,…
What you need to know Jason Clarke tells PEOPLE he’ll always put wife Cecil Brescia and two sons ahead of his career The Murdo star explains how he chooses which projects to work on now The actor also reveals travel plans for next year For Jason Clarke, it’s always family first. The 56-year-old actor tells PEOPLE that if his wife, Cecile Brescia, woke up “one day” and asked him to quit his job, “I would be happy to do it.” “I really think so,” he says. “I have no complaints about what I’ve done. It’s important that my family is…
In India’s WAVES Film Bazaar’s Knowledge Series, Rachel Griffiths unravels her career from her breakout role as Rhonda in Muriel’s Wedding to her Oscar nomination, high-end television in the United States, and now her establishment as a writer. In a candid conversation with producer Mitu Bhowmik Lange, Griffiths talks about how a “serendipitous” role upended expectations of what space a film could hold, why American television unlocked the depth she was looking for, and how returning to Australia to direct Ride Like a Girl was central to her reclaiming her voice as a storyteller. She said her iconic turn came…
Toons Media Group CEO P. Jayakumar will step down from his role effective November 30 after more than 26 years at the helm of the Indian animation studio. During his tenure, Mr. Jayakumar transformed Toonz from a pioneering Indian animation studio into a global entertainment player specializing in children’s and family content. The company expanded internationally, establishing studios and offices in India, Ireland, Spain and New Zealand. “Leading Toons has been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my life,” Jayakumar said in a statement. “What began as a dream shared by a small and passionate team has today grown…
What you need to know Tia Mowry and Tamera Mowry-Housley share the unique holiday traditions they’ve created with their kids Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE about their partnership with HomeGoods, the Sister Sister stars reveal one particular tradition their kids always “look forward to” during the holiday season Tia is mom to daughter Kylo, 7, and son Cree, 14, with ex-husband Cory Hardrict, while Tamara has daughter Aria, 10, and son Aden, 13, with husband Adam Housley. Tia Mowry and Tamera Mowry Housley are sharing the unique holiday traditions they’ve formed with their children. Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE about their partnership…
Ethan Brown, who starred in Kate Hudson’s films “Raising Helen” and “Hackers,” was found dead in his home on Tuesday, his father, singer Jackson Browne, announced on Instagram. Ethan Zane Brown was 52 years old. The Los Angeles Medical Examiner’s Office listed the cause of death as “deferred.” “It is with deep sadness that we share the news that on the morning of November 25, 2025, Jackson Browne and Phyllis Major’s son, Ethan Brown, was found unresponsive in his home and passed away. We ask for privacy and respect for the family during this difficult time. No further details are…
Every Thanksgiving, while families across the country listen to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade from their living rooms, thousands of volunteers stay awake for hours to brave the frigid streets of New York City in costume. This is the balloon handler’s experience. They make up a large team of volunteers selected each year to ensure the parade’s iconic floats travel smoothly and safely down Central Park West, past Columbus Circle, and along Sixth Avenue, culminating in Herald Square. But what exactly does a balloon handler do, and how can it become so? PEOPLE spoke to two spirit ball handlers, Vicki de…
Ahead of the premiere of This Tempting Madness at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), director Jennifer E. Montgomery and actor Suraj Sharma spoke about the psychological thriller’s real-life origins, the formation of its non-linear dive into memory, and the casting process that ultimately centered around Simone Ashley’s performance. Montgomery described the story as “mostly true,” while Sharma, returning to IFFI more than a decade after Life of Pi’s release, reflected on the density of the script and the collaborative spirit that drew him to the film. Inspired by true events, the story follows Mia, played by Simone Ashley…
Despite President Trump’s regular threats to impose 100% tariffs on films made outside the United States, productions big and small continue to look for the best locations to shoot overseas, and Europe remains a leading destination for major Hollywood projects. Last year, Brady Corbet’s blockbuster The Brutalist made headlines during awards season when the director openly talked about the benefits of filming in Budapest, Hungary. His partner, director Mona Fastvold, also shot the award-winning The Testament of Ang Lee in the Hungarian capital. Hungary is not the only one benefiting. Scotland has hosted a number of Hollywood blockbusters in recent…