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Michael sets biggest biopic opening ever with $217M

Gaudence MUKAWERA — 2026-04-27T14:25:19Z

Michael has set a new box office record, earning $217 million worldwide for the biggest opening weekend ever for a biopic.
Directed by Antoine Fuqua, the film stars Jaafar Jackson — Michael Jackson's nephew — in his first major leading role as the King of Pop.
The record-setting debut surpassed the previous musical biopic benchmark set by Bohemian Rhapsody, which opened with $124 million in 2018. It also moved ahead of Oppenheimer, which launched with $180 million globally, giving (…)

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Patrick Muldoon, ‘Days of our lives' star and ‘Starship troopers' actor, dies at 57

Gaudence MUKAWERA — 2026-04-20T13:26:51Z

Patrick Muldoon, best known to audiences as Austin Reed on Days of Our Lives and for his role in the cult sci-fi film Starship Troopers, has died at the age of 57 following a heart attack.
Muldoon passed away on Sunday, April 19, at his home in Beverly Hills, according to his family and representatives. His sister, Shana Muldoon-Zappa, said the actor had been spending a quiet morning with his girlfriend before going to take a shower. When he did not return, his girlfriend checked on him (…)

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Ben'Imana marks a historic first for Rwanda at cannes 2026

Gaudence MUKAWERA — 2026-04-09T21:20:38Z

A quiet but significant shift is taking place for Rwandan cinema on the global stage with Ben'Imana, the debut feature by Marie-Clémentine Dusabejambo.
Set in Rwanda in 2012, the film unfolds in the years following the Genocide against the Tutsi, at a time when community-based justice systems continue to shape the country's path toward reconciliation. At its center is Veneranda, a survivor who has dedicated herself to rebuilding through dialogue, organizing exchanges between victims and (…)

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Must-watch movies and shows available to stream right now

Gaudence MUKAWERA — 2026-03-21T08:04:33Z

Big returns, shocking mysteries, and high-energy action are dominating streaming this week. With popular franchises coming back and new series making their debut, viewers have plenty of fresh options to choose from. Here are some of the most interesting movies and shows available to watch right now.
Peaky blinders: The immortal man
Plot: Years after the hit series ended, Cillian Murphy returns as Tommy Shelby in Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man. Set in 1940s Birmingham during World War (…)

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Chuck Norris, martial arts legend and walker, texas ranger star, dies at 86

Gaudence MUKAWERA — 2026-03-20T16:40:02Z

Chuck Norris, the martial arts legend who became one of Hollywood's most recognizable action stars and the face of the hit television series Walker, Texas Ranger, has died at the age of 86.
According to a statement released by his family, Norris passed away Thursday in Hawaii after being hospitalized. He died peacefully while surrounded by his loved ones. The family described him as a man of strong faith, discipline, and dedication, saying he inspired millions through his work, kindness, (…)

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Oscars 2026: Full list of winners and historic moments

Gaudence MUKAWERA — 2026-03-16T10:35:12Z

The 98th Academy Awards celebrated a night of historic wins, fierce competition, and record-breaking achievements. One Battle After Another emerged as the biggest winner of the night, taking home six Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay, marking Paul Thomas Anderson's first-ever Academy Awards.
Warner Bros. enjoyed a particularly strong night, with Ryan Coogler's Sinners also claiming four Oscars, including Best Actor for Michael B. Jordan, as well as (…)

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Oscars 2026: Sinners closes awards season with four wins as One battle after another takes top prize

Gaudence MUKAWERA — 2026-03-16T09:43:44Z

After one of the most competitive awards seasons in recent years, Ryan Coogler's Sinners closed its historic run at the 2026 Academy Awards with multiple wins, emotional speeches, and several unforgettable moments. Nearly a year after its theatrical release, the Southern vampire drama arrived at the Oscars as the most nominated film of the night, earning a record-breaking 16 nominations and establishing itself as one of the most talked-about productions of the year.
Throughout the awards (…)

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32nd Actor Awards 2026: Full winners in film and television

Gaudence MUKAWERA — 2026-03-02T14:33:53Z

From standout ensembles to emotional tributes, the 32nd Actor Awards celebrated the year's best performances in film and television on Sunday night in Los Angeles. Hosted by Kristen Bell and streamed live on Netflix from the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall, this was the first ceremony under its newly rebranded title, the Actor Awards presented by SAG-AFTRA — emphasizing the guild's focus on performers as the heart of the industry.
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The drama Sinners emerged as the (…)

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Sinners leads 2026 NAACP image awards with 13 wins

Gaudence MUKAWERA — 2026-03-01T20:03:25Z

Ryan Coogler's Sinners emerged as the most awarded film at the 2026 NAACP Image Awards, securing 13 wins from a leading 18 nominations across the organization's week-long series of ceremonies.
The NAACP — the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People — is one of the United States' oldest and most influential civil rights organizations. Its annual Image Awards honor outstanding achievements by people of color in film, television, music and literature, while recognizing (…)

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5 New movies and shows to stream this weekend

Gaudence MUKAWERA — 2026-02-27T20:27:18Z

From high-seas revenge to Regency romance and monster mayhem, this weekend's streaming lineup proves one thing: there's no excuse to be bored. Major franchises are returning, breakout series are leveling up, and one pirate epic might just surprise you. Here are five standout titles worth your time.
The bluff (Prime Video) Amazon MGM Studios and The Russo Brothers' AGBO dive into full-throttle action with The Bluff, a gritty 19th-century pirate drama led by Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Karl (…)

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