Trailer for Anne Hathaway's 'Mother Mary' released

Washington DC [US], December The producers of the music drama 'Mother Mary,' featuring Anne Hathaway, have officially released the trailer. The film also stars Michaela Coel in a leading role.

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Directed and written by David Lowery, "Mother Mary" features Anne Hathaway as a pop star who, after halting her tour due to an existential crisis, reconnects with an old friend and fashion designer, Sam (played by Michaela Coel), who was instrumental in shaping her public image. Anne Hathaway shared the trailer on her Instagram account. The film is scheduled for release in 2026.

"Mother Mary" represents the third collaboration between director David Lowery and A24, following their previous projects, "A Ghost Story" (2017) and "The Green Knight" (2021). Lowery also directed Disney's 2016 film "Pete's Dragon" and the forthcoming "Peter Pan & Wendy." Concurrently, the actress is set to appear in the eagerly awaited sequel to "The Devil Wears Prada."

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'Fast & Furious' Action Director JJ Perry Joins Yash's 'Toxic'

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 25: Hollywood action director JJ Perry, renowned for choreographing iconic sequences in 'John Wick' and 'Fast & Furious', has joined the team of 'Toxic: A Fairytale For Grown-ups', featuring KGF-fame actor Yash. According to a press release, Perry is currently overseeing a 45-day action shoot at the core of the film's Mumbai schedule.

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Regarding his collaboration with the Indian crew, Perry remarked, "This Indian crew is of world-class caliber. This is precisely why I chose to work with them. We are currently engaged in a major sequence, and I am very enthusiastic about undertaking this project. It is a challenge, but I thrive on challenges, and this team is confronting it directly. Our aim is to push boundaries together, which is the essence of filmmaking." Jointly produced by Venkat K Narayana and Yash under KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, "Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-ups" is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on March 19, 2026. The film is anticipated to be an action-oriented narrative set against the backdrop of the drug mafia. Recently, Yash gave his fans a brief preview of "Toxic" on his 39th birthday. In the clip, Yash, impeccably dressed in a crisp white suit and holding a cigar, makes a commanding entrance into a club filled with partygoers. As he walks to the center of the club, all eyes in the room are drawn to him. Filled with bold and provocative moments, the teaser invites viewers into a captivating world. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the film began production on August 8 in Bengaluru last year.

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ISKCON has booked a cinema hall to screen 'Mahavatar Narsimha' for devotees, which will convey a powerful message.

Mumbai [India], July 29: Ashwin Kumar's recent mythological animated film, 'Mahavatar Narsimha', has become an unexpected hit, captivating audiences nationwide.

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Produced by Hombale Films, 'Mahavatar Narsimha' centers on Lord Narasimha, the half-man, half-lion incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The film has garnered a positive response and performed well at the box office, earning praise from ISKCON. ISKCON Siliguri has reserved an entire cinema for devotees to watch the movie. "We have reserved the entire cinema here for our devotees. Tomorrow, more devotees will come to see the film. Many devotees have gathered for the screening. It conveys a powerful message to people...This film promotes Indian culture and makes it easier for people to understand our philosophy," said Nam Krishna Das to TC, the spokesperson for ISKCON Siliguri.

Earlier, the organization shared on their official social media account that 'Mahavatar Narsimha' serves as a "testimony to the dedication of numerous ISKCON members." They elaborated that these members have worked diligently to help the younger generation engage with spiritual content and understand the culture.

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"Audiences across the country have praised the storyline, the VFX and the overall presentation. Watch it with your family and friends and feel the presence of Lord Narasimha!" the post further added. Written and directed by Ashwin Kumar, 'Mahavatar Narsimha' has connected with viewers from all age groups, with positive responses pouring across social media platforms. The makers have also shared updates on the film's performance, revealing that it became the #1 movie at the Indian box office on Monday, July 28.

According to trade analysts of Bollywood, the animation film's Hindi version has collected Rs 14.70 crore within three days of release, thus bringing another addition to Hombale Films' hit slate.

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