Johnny Depp stages a comeback with a surprise Comic-Con appearance as Ebenezer Scrooge, ahead of his new film, sparking mixed reactions amid past abuse allegations.
Imax shares surged over 8% after "The Odyssey" generated $52 million globally, easing investor fears about 2026 box office targets. The company remains on track for a record $1.4 billion this year, driven by strong film performance and global system installations.
Despite perceived decline, the 2020s have seen significant innovation in cinema, driven by YouTube creators achieving box office success, the emergence of copyright expiry films, and unprecedented audience influence on film production and marketing, as seen with *Sonic the Hedgehog* and *Barbenheimer*.
Elon Musk and other right-wing figures criticized Christopher Nolan's *The Odyssey* for its diverse casting, claiming it was "woke" and would fail. Despite this online campaign, the film became a major summer box office success, challenging the "go woke, go broke" narrative and demonstrating audience preference for quality over culture war issues.
Elon Musk and right-wing figures launched a backlash against Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' over 'woke' casting choices, particularly Lupita Nyong'o and Elliot Page. Despite calls for a boycott, the film achieved significant box office success, prompting Musk to vow an 'historically accurate' AI-generated version.
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is drawing audiences on the strength of the director's name, despite a cast of major stars. The film has delivered Nolan's biggest global opening and set a 2026 Australian box office record.
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' has opened to massive global box office success, earning $264m, and widespread critical praise. The film, lauded for its technical wizardry and unique vision of Homer's epic, also sparked controversy over filming locations in Western Sahara and discussions on its Oscar potential.
AMC Entertainment saw its options surge with over 300,000 contracts traded and bullish flows after reporting earnings that beat expectations and double-digit revenue growth. The success of "The Odyssey" at the box office, attracting 4.3 million guests globally, contributed to a nearly four-month-long stock rally, despite shares remaining 99% down from their 2021 peak.
Stephen Chow Sing-chi's new film, Kung Fu Soccer, has ignited controversy in South Korea, with allegations that it deliberately parodies the country's women's national football team, drawing strong reactions from internet users and a university professor.
Spain secured their first FIFA World Cup title since 2010 by defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in extra time, with substitute Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal. Argentina played with 10 men after Enzo Fernández was sent off, while a controversial half-time show and a post-game incident involving Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino also occurred.
Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" achieved a global opening weekend total of $264.1 million, with $124.5 million domestically. The film's success is attributed to Nolan's reputation and strong audience turnout for premium large-format screenings, particularly IMAX, which contributed significantly to its earnings.
The YRF Spy Universe film 'Alpha,' starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, has grossed over Rs 89 crore worldwide after 10 days. The women-led espionage drama showed steady growth over its second weekend, nearing the Rs 90 crore mark.
Disney's live-action Moana remake debuted at No. 1 but earned only $43m in North America and $95m globally, falling short of expectations. Despite strong audience scores, critical reviews were dismal, and competition from other family films may have impacted its performance.
Dhamaal 4, the fourth installment in Indra Kumar's comedy franchise, has grossed Rs 44.27 crore net in its opening weekend. The film, released on July 10, 2026, collected Rs 14 crore on Day 1, Rs 22.50 crore on Day 2, and Rs 7.77 crore on Day 3.
Akhil Akkineni's Telugu action drama 'Lenin' saw a 14% increase in collections on its second day, earning Rs 8.15 crore net in India and reaching a total of Rs 15.30 crore net after two days. Worldwide gross collection crossed Rs 23 crore.
Sai Marthand, a former Tech Mahindra network engineer, achieved unexpected success with his directorial debut film 'Little Hearts'. The romantic comedy, made on a modest budget, grossed around Rs 40 crore worldwide and earned him an award, paving the way for future projects.
Alia Bhatt's spy thriller 'Alpha' has grossed over Rs 79 crore worldwide by the end of its first week. The film, directed by Shiv Rawail, stars Bhatt and Sharvari, with Bobby Deol as the antagonist and a cameo by Hrithik Roshan.
Welcome to the Jungle, starring Akshay Kumar, is nearing Rs. 125 crore domestic net after its second week. Day 14 collections are projected to push the total past Rs. 123 crore, with final numbers pending.
The YRF Spy Universe action thriller 'Alpha', starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, is nearing the Rs 75 crore worldwide box office milestone. The film collected an estimated Rs 2.85 crore net in India on Wednesday, bringing its total India net collection to Rs 44.95 crore.
Ahmed Khan's 'Welcome to the Jungle' has surpassed Rs 120 crore in domestic net collection by Day 13. Despite competition from 'Alpha' and upcoming 'Dhamaal 4', the film maintains a steady run.
Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's spy action film 'Alpha' experienced a 10.4% day-on-day increase in box office collections on Tuesday, earning an estimated Rs 4.25 crore net. Strategic ticket pricing contributed to boosted occupancy and footfalls, pushing the film's global haul to Rs 70.03 crore.
Novak Djokovic defeated Felix Auger-Aliassime in a thrilling five-hour, 15-minute match at Wimbledon, winning 7-6, 3-6, 6-3, 6-7, 7-6. The match featured an injury scare for Djokovic and multiple momentum shifts, captivating the Centre Court crowd.
Alia Bhatt's film 'Alpha' maintained its strong box office run, earning an estimated Rs 3.85 crore net in India on Day 4. The film has grossed Rs 63.64 crore worldwide, with Rs 45.34 crore from India and Rs 18.30 crore overseas. It's on track to hit the Rs 100 crore mark.
Low-budget horror film 'Obsession' has grossed over $400 million worldwide, becoming a top-grossing horror flick. This success underscores a trend of 'horror-coated' dramas blending supernatural scares with dramatic themes, increasingly filling the mid-budget theatrical space.
