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After a break of 27 years, Johnny Depp returned to the director’s chair with Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Madness, the biographical drama about the Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani. A great cast with Riccardo Scamarcio in the leading role along with Stephen Graham, Antonia Desplat, and Al Pacino, this was a passion project that took decades.

Bringing Amedeo Modigliani’s story to the screen was nearly as interesting as the artist’s life itself. Al Pacino’s vision in the late 1970s came to fruition under Depp’s direction in 2024. The movie is based on a Dennis McIntyre play, and it takes viewers through bohemian lives in Paris in the early 20th century.

Antonia Desplat in Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Madness | Credit: In.2 Film/Red Sea Film Foundation

The film has raised interest due to its subject regarding artistic integrity and the complexities of the art-commerce relationship.

When Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah Fame Shailesh Lodha Defended A Boy’s Wrong English (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Actor Shailesh Lodha who became a household name for portraying the role of Taarak Mehta in the popular comedy TV show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah left the show in April 2022. However, the actor is a man of many talents, as he also dabbles as a writer, poet, and a motivational speaker. Did you know that he had once garnered a lot of applause for defending a boy’s poor English? Netizens were all praised for his aura and confidence while coming to rescue the boy.

When Shailesh Lodha Defended A Boy’s Poor English

It all happened after Shailesh Lodha attended an event at Allen’s Institute wherein he was interacting with the students. One of the students could be seen asking him something about cigarettes but struggling to frame the question in English.

Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, daughter of veteran actor Rishi Kapoor and a well-known designer, recently reminisced about her memorable meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Describing the occasion as a “big day” in her life, she expressed her admiration for the Pm and shared her excitement about the interaction.

Riddhima, who has largely stayed away from the Bollywood limelight unlike her brother Ranbir Kapoor, has made a name for herself in the fashion and jewelry industry. Her meeting with Pm Modi was a moment of great personal significance, and she took to social media to share her feelings about the experience.

While she did not reveal the specifics of their conversation, she emphasized that it was an inspiring moment for her. Meeting a global leader like Pm Modi, known for his vision and leadership, was an honor she deeply cherished.

This meeting has sparked curiosity among fans, with many wondering if...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is poised to inaugurate the 25th edition of the Jahan-e-Khusrau Sufi music festival on February 28, 2025, at Sunder Nursery in Delhi. This milestone event, curated by esteemed filmmaker and artist Muzaffar Ali, celebrates a quarter-century of promoting Sufi music and culture in India.

In anticipation of the festival, Prime Minister Modi shared his enthusiasm on social media, stating, “I will be attending Jahan-e-Khusrau at 7:30 Pm tomorrow, 28th February, at Sunder Nursery in Delhi. This is the 25th edition of the festival, which has been a commendable effort to popularize Sufi music and culture. I look forward to witnessing Nazr-e-Krishna during tomorrow’s program. I compliment Muzaffar Ali Ji and the team of the Rumi Foundation for their work in this field over the years.”

The Jahan-e-Khusrau festival, conceptualized and curated by Muzaffar Ali, has been instrumental in bringing Sufi music to the forefront of India’s cultural landscape.

The Associated Press said that a reporter was barred from attending a press conference between Donald Trump and India’s prime minister Narendra Modi, the third day that the White House has targeted the news organization for declining to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America.

Unlike the past two days, when AP’s reporter was restricted from smaller events in the Oval Office, the news organization said that today the prohibition was on access to the press conference, which is typically open to all credentialed media.

Julie Pace, the executive editor of the AP, said, “The decision by the White House to block an AP reporter from an open press conference with President Trump and Prime Minister Modi is a deeply troubling escalation of the administration’s continued efforts to punish The Associated Press for its editorial decisions.

“It is a plain violation of the First Amendment,...

The Sabarmati Report Praised By Pmo Narendra Modi ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The 2024 movie The Sabarmati Report, starring the talented Vikrant Massey in the lead role, made headlines last year. It is still making news and in a good way! The hard-hitting political drama caught the special attention of the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi. The movie depicts the frantic events during the 2002 train burning incident of the Sabarmati Express train.

The film, directed by Dheeraj Sarna, features an energetic cast led by Vikrant alongside Raashii Khanna, Riddhi Dogra, and others. It also featured a cameo appearance of Barkha Singh. The political drama based on actual incidents was backed by Balaji Motion Pictures, showcasing Ekta Kapoor’s expertise in delivering a meaningful and socially relevant cinema with responsibility and precision and Vikir Films Production. It was distributed by Zee Studios.

Movies like The Sabarmati Report make us aware of history,...

B Praak, Podcast, Controversy, Ranveer Allahbadia, Cultural Clash (Photo Credit – Instagram)

B Praak has decided to withdraw from YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia’s podcast amid the ongoing controversy regarding his inappropriate comments on comedian Samay Raina’s show, India’s Got Latent. Allahbadia, popularly known as BeerBiceps on social media, faced significant backlash for his offensive remark, leading to widespread criticism. Although he issued a public apology, the situation continued to escalate.

In an Instagram post, B Praak shared his decision to cancel his appearance on Ranveer’s podcast. He expressed his disapproval and criticized the YouTuber for endorsing content that contradicts Indian cultural values.

B Praak said, “I was about to go for a podcast on BeerBiceps, and we canceled that because of the kind of pathetic thinking and the kind of words used on Samay Raina’s show. This is not our Indian culture. What kind of things you are sharing about your parents?...

Bhumika Tewari’s New Role In Dharma Productions (Photo Credit – Twitter/Instagram)

Unfolding a new chapter in their glorious cinematic journey, Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions has appointed Bhumika Tewari as the Head Of Content Acquisition and Film Distribution Worldwide. This new development comes amid the production house paving its way for expansion into Hindi and regional cinema with a more diverse and unique content. Under Bhumika’s creative leadership, the production house will ensure and reinforce their vision of bringing forth diverse narratives, nurturing regional talent, and elevating Indian cinema globally.

Bhumika Tewari’s role as the Content Acquisition and Film Distribution Worldwide head at Dharma Productions will focus on acquiring high-quality films across various languages like Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Marathi, Malayalam, Punjabi and Kannada while also independently distributing its own productions and third-party movies.

Furthermore, the production house will focus on establishing regional hubs to facilitate operations and...

Here’s What Ektaa R Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan & Other Stars Said After Attending Pm Modi-Helmed Waves 2025 Summit ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

On Friday, February 7, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually interacted with influential global and Indian leaders at the Waves Summit Advisory Board Meet. The meeting included a stellar lineup of tech giants, business moguls, film industry icons, and creative visionaries such as Sundar Pichai, Satya Nadella, Mukesh Ambani, Anand Mahindra, Ar Rahman, Amitabh Bachchan, Shahrukh Khan, Rajnikanth, Chiranjeevi, Mohanlal, Aamir Khan, Akshay Kumar, Ektaa R Kapoor, Ranbir Kapoor, and Deepika Padukone, among others.

Following the event, Ektaa R Kapoor took to X (formerly Twitter) to thank Pm Modi for his support. “Thank you, Hon’ble Pm Narendra Modi Ji, for your continued support towards our industry and in making Waves a global summit,” the director wrote on X. “Your vision for India as a global entertainment hub is inspiring. We’re...

Johnny Depp’s Dior Sauvage Deal ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Johnny Depp locked down the fragrance deal that’ll make your jaw hit the floor. In 2023, Dior threw a massive $20 million+ at him to keep rocking Sauvage for the next three years. That’s not just a win—it’s a straight-up flex. In perspective, Robert Pattinson’s $12 million Dior Homme deal and Brad Pitt’s $7 million Chanel No. 5 pact are now the little leagues.

Dior stood by Depp when things got messy. Even after a U.K. court ruled against him in 2020 in his libel case against The Sun, the brand didn’t back down. While Hollywood distanced itself, Dior leaned in, keeping Depp as the face of its best-selling cologne despite public pressure. That gamble paid off. After he won his 2022 defamation trial against Amber Heard, Sauvage sales skyrocketed. Lvmh CEO Bernard Arnault credited Depp’s image as a...

The Lost Head and the Bird.“We are excited to announce insulin is free now.” At first glance, this November 2022 Twitter post from @EliLillyandCo appeared to be a legitimate announcement from the pharmaceutical company; the account’s profile featured an icon of Eli Lilly and Company’s logo and a blue check mark that, until the previous day, signified the account had been formally verified by the platform’s dedicated staff. But in the hands of new owner Elon Musk, who completed his acquisition of the platform two weeks earlier, Twitter’s verification process underwent significant modification. Suddenly, verification was available to anyone with an authenticated phone number and a willingness to pay $8 a month for the platform’s Premium plan. Twitter, soon to be rebranded as X, inevitably descended into chaos, rife with impersonators and misinformation. Eli Lilly’s stock share price fell by 4.37 percent in one day. What,...

Bollywood Mascot: With the Delhi elections looming, political leaders are intensifying their efforts to sway public opinion. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has engaged the nation through his regular ‘Mann Ki Baat’ broadcast, speaking directly to citizens on key issues affecting their daily lives. The ongoing rivalry between Arvind Kejriwal’s Aam Aadmi Party (Aap) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (Bjp) has reached new heights, with both parties pushing their agendas to secure voter support.

As the countdown to elections continues, Delhi’s residents remain caught in a whirlwind of promises from Congress, Bjp, and Aap. Kejriwal, ever vocal about his party’s agenda of change and reform, has been tirelessly campaigning for an inclusive and corruption-free future for the city. On the other hand, Bjp has aimed to counter Kejriwal’s populist appeal by emphasizing national security, development, and governance.

The Congress, struggling to regain its foothold, has also launched a vigorous campaign,...

Seth Meyers is in the crosshairs of a very unstable man.

Ahead of the grim inauguration on January 20, much of America is dreading the horror of these next several years.

But even before disgraced former president Donald Trump retakes power, he is leveraging the threat of reprisal against his critics and perceived enemies.

He’s particularly taking aim at late night host Seth Meyers in one of his latest social media screeds.

Disgraced former and future president Donald Trump speaks to members of the media during a press conference at the Mar-a-Lago Club on January 07, 2025. (Photo Credit: Scott Olson/Getty Images) While threatening Comcast, Donald Trump is attacking Seth Meyers

Taking to his farcically named Truth Social media platform on Monday, January 13, Trump took aim at Seth Meyers as “Marble Mouth Meyers.” Not his best work.

He branded the comedian and late night host as “dumb and untalented,” labeling him...

Tmkoc Producer Asit Modi On Palak Sindhwani’s Allegations ( Photo Credit – YouTube; Instagram )

The cult comedy TV show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has been shrouded in controversy for quite some time now. Some former cast members have left the show, accusing producer Asit Modi of promoting an unpleasant work culture on the sets and making other problematic allegations. The latest being actress Palak Sindhwani, who played Sonu formerly on the show. She quit the show in 2024 and accused the producers of alleged mental harassment and non-payment of dues.

Now, producer Asit Modi, in his latest interaction with News18 Showsha, broke his silence on Palak Sindhwani’s allegations. He accused her of allegedly breaching the exclusivity contract and showcasing an unprofessional behavior on the sets. Modi said, “Everyone has to work in a discipline. I am also making a show for Sab TV. I also work with dignity. I have a contract with them.

Asit Kumarr Modi Loses All Hopes Of Disha Vakani’s Return To Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (Photo Credit – Koimoi)

When will Disha Vakani return to Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah? is the most-asked question among Indian television audiences. While the actress has been absent from the show for years now, fans are still hopeful about her highly anticipated return. Unfortunately, for all such fans, there’s heartbreaking news: producer Asit Kumarr Modi himself has given up trying to bring Disha back to the show. Keep reading for a detailed report!

Those who have enjoyed Tmkoc from its beginning know that Disha was an important part of the show. In fact, she was one of the main reasons why the show enjoyed popularity among a wider audience, especially females. Everyone loved the way she played the innocent yet funny character of Daya.

For those who aren’t aware, Disha Vakani...

Bollywood Mascot: Punjabi singer and Bollywood star, Diljit Dosanjh, kicked off the year 2025 with a remarkable gesture that caught everyone’s attention. The popular artist, known for his incredible talent in both the Punjabi music industry and Bollywood, had the honor of meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The video of this special encounter has since gone viral, touching the hearts of fans and followers alike.

Diljit, who recently wrapped up his highly successful “Dil Luminati Tour” in 2024, made waves across the country with his live performances. As the new year began, he had an unforgettable moment with the Prime Minister, with the video being shared on Pm Modi’s official Instagram handle. In the video, the two personalities can be seen engaging in a warm conversation, with Pm Modi extending his blessings to Diljit.

Diljit’s Respectful Gesture and Pm Modi’s Blessings

In the video, Diljit Dosanjh can be...

Nayanthara’s Rollercoaster Ride Of A Journey ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Over the years, Nayanthara has crawled up to become one of the most celebrated actresses in Indian cinema. Such is the power of her superstardom that she is often hailed as the ‘Lady Superstar.’ However, did you know that the actress initially wanted to become a chartered accountant? However, destiny had some other plans. Today, she is one of the most bankable stars in the country.

According to a news report in Hindustan Times, Nayanthara initially wanted to choose a career path other than acting. The Iraivan actress reportedly wanted to become a chartered account. However, she soon started pursuing modeling as a part-time job and became passionate about acting. She was found by director Sathyan Anthikkad, who offered her the 2003 Malayalam film Manassinakkare opposite Jayaram which marked her acting debut.

Since then, there has been no looking back for the actress.

Pm Modi gives tribute to Akkineni Nageswara Rao (Photo Credit – Instagram/Wikimedia)

Among these people was the iconic Telugu actor Akkineni Nageswara Rao (Anr). The tribute marked the centenary year of Anr and deeply moved his family.

Anr son and popular actor Nagarjuna expressed his gratitude on X (formerly Twitter). He thanked Pm Modi for honoring his father alongside Raj Kapoor, Mohammed Rafi and Tapan Sinha. He wrote, “His vision and contributions to Indian cinema continue to inspire generations. This recognition means the world to our family and countless admirers of his work.” Nagarjuna also shared a clip celebrating Anr’s legacy with the hashtag #ANRLivesON.

Nagarjuna’s son Naga Chaitanya also shared his appreciation. Naga Chaitanya’s wife Sobhita Dhulipala has expressed her gratitude on Instagram. She posted a picture of Anr with Pm Modi. She wrote, “Thank you, Shri Modi ji, for your wonderful words about Akkineni Nageswara Rao Garu’s artistic merit.

The Indian movie and TV star Priyanka Chopra has jumped from Bollywood to Hollywood and back, acting, producing, and more on her way to earning a staggering net worth. After winning the Miss World Pageant in 2000, Priyanka Chopra immediately parlayed her success and fame into a film career in the Indian movie industry. Chopra's professional acting career began with smaller roles in 2002 and 2003, but by 2004, she already had her breakout in the Hindi-language romantic comedy, Aitraaz. Movie and TV roles kept coming for Chopra in India, and later in the US.

When Hollywood came knocking, Chopra ended up appearing in TV shows like Quantico and movies like Baywatch, The White Tiger, and Isn't It Romantic. More recently, Chopra has appeared in the main cast of Citadel and The Matrix Resurrections. Chopra had a whirlwind romance with Nick Jonas that began in May 2018 and the couple were married in December...

Bollywood actress and Bjp MP Kangana Ranaut recently shared her views on why Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets with Bollywood celebrities and stays connected with the film industry. According to Kangana, the Indian film industry needs guidance and leadership to thrive and overcome its challenges.

Film Industry Needs Guidance, Says Kangana

Kangana expressed that the Indian film industry is like an underutilized soft power. With over two decades of experience in the industry, she feels that it is in dire need of proper guidance. “The film industry is almost orphaned because it lacks direction,” she said. “There are so many issues that the industry faces, and people working in it need mentorship and guidance to navigate through these challenges.”

Lack of Direction Among Actors

Kangana also pointed out that many actors in the industry are easily influenced by external factors, including political agendas. “Whether it’s supporting jihadist or Palestinian causes,...

Here’s The Reason Why Shailesh Lodha Left Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah ( Photo Credit – SonyLiv )

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is an iconic show in Indian television history, and is still running successfully. It’s been maintaining a stronghold among the audience for several years. Unfortunately, lately, the show has been surrounded by negativity, especially due to old members’ exit from the show on a bad note. One such old member of the cast was Shailesh Lodha, who left the show abruptly.

Shailesh is a well-known writer and poet, but it’s Tmkoc that made him a household name. With this show, he became a household name and more than his original name, people recognize him by the name of his character, Taarak Mehta. His chemistry with Dilip Joshi was unmatched, and it felt like the role was tailor-made for him.

Unfortunately, in 2022, Shailesh Lodha quit Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah,...

Tmkoc’s Asit Modi Reacts To Palak Sindhwani & Others’ Accusations About Their Salary Dues Not Being Cleared ( Photo Credit – YouTube; Instagram )

Lately, Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has been surrounded by controversies and negative stories. Several actors who have quit the show have slammed producer Asit Kumarr Modi for being rude and creating a toxic working environment. On several occasions, he was also slammed for holding the actors’ salaries and not paying them on time. One such actor is Palak Sindhwani, who claimed that her dues were not cleared after she informed them about quitting Tmkoc.

For the uninitiated, Palak joined Tmkoc in 2019 and replaced Nidhi Bhanushali to play Sonu. She successfully played the character until August. This year, she expressed her desire to quit the show in August. She even claimed that as soon as she decided to quit, the makers started accusing her of breaching the contract by...

Throughout his career, Tim Burton has collaborated often with the same actors. At the top of the list is Johnny Depp, with whom he teamed up no less than eight times, and the filmmaker addressed the possibility of working together again.

Burton had a great year thanks to the popularity of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the sequel to the 1988 hit Beetlejuice. The director brought back Winona Ryder and Catherine O'Hara, and the sequel was a major critical and commercial success. Speaking to IndieWire, the filmmaker addressed the possibility of doing sequels to other popular titles from his filmography and whether he would collaborate with Johnny Depp again.

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Depp and Burton first collaborated on 1990's Edward Scissorhands, which has since become a cult classic. However,...

Bobby Moresco, an Oscar-winning screenwriter, will bring the incredible story of Bugatti’s founder to the big screen in a new biographical film. The project, simply dubbed “Bugatti,” will follow the life of the brilliant automotive pioneer who altered vehicle design in the early twentieth century.

Moresco, who earned an Academy Award for co-writing “Crash,” will collaborate on the screenplay alongside Amanda Moresco and Soraya Azzabi. The film is set to begin filming in late 2025, with locales spanning Italy and France.

Producer Andrea Iervolino expressed enthusiasm for the project, saying, “We aim to explore the life of another visionary in the automotive world, delivering an exciting and faithful narrative that celebrates Italy’s automotive tradition.”

The film will explore Ettore Bugatti’s complex life and focus on his breakthrough contributions to automobile and aircraft engine design. A heartbreaking component of the story is the loss of his son Jean, who...

Exclusive: Bobby Moresco, who won an Oscar for the screenplay he co-wrote for Crash, has come aboard to script car racing biopic Bugatti, continuing his collaboration with Italian producer Andrea Iervolino (Ferrari).

Bugatti is slated to film late next year in Italy and France for Iervolino’s new banner, The Andrea Iervolino Company, and will feature a U.S. and international cast and be English-language. Moresco is scripting with Amanda Moresco and in collaboration with Soraya Azzabi.

The movie is set to tell the life story of Bugatti, the founder of the iconic automobile company, who was known for transforming the automotive world with his creative genius and relentless dedication to design and technology. The Italian-born French designer and manufacturer also designed aeroplane engines and was no stranger to tragedy: Bugatti’s son, Jean, was killed on August 11 1939 at the age of 30 while testing a Bugatti car near the family’s factory HQ in Germany.

International production banner Studio Galazio has wrapped principal photography on its first project, heist comedy Mykonos, with an ensemble cast of Klelia Andriolatou (Maestro in Blue), Andrew Georgiades, Riccardo Scamarcio (Modi, John Wick 2), Julia Fox (Uncut Gems) and Vito Schnabel (The Trainer), The Hollywood Reporter can exclusively reveal.

Set on the glamorous European island, the film follows a rag-tag band of noble thieves who steal from the boorish elite tourists that destroy their home each summer.

Rounding out the cast are Panos Koronis (The Lost Daughter), Makis Papadimitriou (Suntan), Yorgos Pirpassopoulos (Crimes of the Future) Maria Kavoyianni (Maestro in Blue), Alan Asaad (Black Mirror) and Christos Passalis (Dogtooth).

Director-writer Christopher André Marks on the set of Studio Galazio’s ‘Mykonos’.

Galazio CEO Christopher André Marks (King Otto) makes his feature directorial debut based on his original screenplay. The writer and director said: “It is a privilege to collaborate with such...

Editor’s Note: This review was originally published during the 2024 Cannes Film Festival on May 23. Sideshow/Janus opens “All We Imagine as Light” in select theaters on November 15.

The intimate way that women move through a city sprawl gives Payal Kapadia’s drama about two nurses in Mumbai a deeply romantic gauze. This romance has to do with the way that people occupy their space in this world, whether alone or sharing it with others. The younger nurse Anu (Divya Prabha) comes in from the rain and, although she is giving her roommate Prabha (Kani Kusruti) the silent treatment after an earlier insult, she is still comfortable stripping her top off in front of her, in order to change into something dry. All the while Prabha is trying to make good, saying that she has made Anu’s favorite dish.

This casual everyday vignette is brimming with a sensuality that...

Viola Davis will be honored by Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Film Festival, where the Oscar winner and four-time nominee will also be holding a master class highlighting her career.

On Monday, the festival — which will run Dec. 6 to 14 in Jeddah, on the Red Sea’s eastern shore — announced the main lineup of its fourth edition, which will open with the world premiere of Egyptian director Karim Shenawy’s musical drama “The Tale of Daye’s Family.” The film follows an 11-year-old Nubian albino with a beautiful voice “who faces adversity due to his unique appearance,” as the provided synopsis puts it.

“For us, this a perfect representation of where this region is headed and what’s happening here,” said the fest’s managing director Shivani Pandya Malhotra at a press conference, noting that the inspirational film is a co-production between Egypt and Saudi.

The Red Sea fest – which is...

Honors for and onstage appearances by Viola Davis and Egyptian star Mona Zaki (Perfect Strangers, Flight 404, Aserb: The Squadron, The Spider), Johnny Depp’s new movie as a director and a biopic about Robbie Williams will be part of this year’s Red Sea International Film Festival (Rsiff) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, organizers said Monday.

They also unveiled the competition lineup for the fest’s fourth edition. Organizers said that the overall lineup features 49 world and international premieres, also highlighting that six female filmmakers will be featured in the competition program.

Among the 15 competition titles announced are Reema Kagti’s Superboys of Malegaon, which bowed at the Toronto Film Festival, and Kurdwin Ayub’s Moon, which had its world premiere at the Locarno Film Festival where it won the special jury prize.

The Rsiff on Monday also added several galas to its lineup, plus unveiled its International Spectacular and its Families & Children programs.

Johnny Depp’s first attempt at making a Hollywood comeback came in the form of the mid-French language movie, ‘Jeanne Du Barry.’ And though ‘Modi: Three Days On the Wings of Madness’ isn’t likely to be the big one, it’s already receiving better acclaim than Maïwenn’s ‘Jeanne Du Barry.’

‘Modi’ is just his second directorial project and his first in nearly three decades. For the movie, Depp, 61, worked with longtime friend Al Pacino, 84, Riccardo Scamarcio, 44, Antonia Desplat and Stephen Graham.

Depp and Pacino have imagined and discussed the concept for many years, but just recently brought it to life for the enjoyment of many.

Riccardo Scamarcio’s Modigliani Faces Different Challenges On His Way To Becoming A True Artist

The new trailer for the In.2 Film has just dropped, showing us glimpses into the upcoming movie. I’ve got one thing to say and it is that...

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Este viernes arranca el 21 Festival de Cine Europeo de Sevilla, que se celebra del 8 al 16 de noviembre, y contará con un invitado de lujo: Johnny Depp.

El actor y director presentará en la capital hispalense su segundo largometraje, Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Madness, una película que tuvo su premiere mundial en el pasado Festival Internacional de Cine de San Sebastián. Lo hará acompañado de Antonia Desplat, quien interpreta a Beatrice Hastings, la musa del protagonista.

Modi – Three Days on the Wing of Madness se ambienta en el París devastado por la guerra de 1916 y nos sumerge en 72 horas en la vida de Modigliani (Riccardo Scamarcio), conocido simplemente como «Modi» por sus amigos. En plena huida de la policía, el artista se ve envuelto en una serie de acontecimientos caóticos hasta el punto de plantearse si debe...

Despite the huge controversies that enveloped him just two years ago, Johnny Depp is back in Hollywood and paving his way back to greatness. Even though ‘Jeanne Du Barry’ had a disappointing run, his second directorial project ‘Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Madness’ has so far received mostly positive reviews.

The star touched down in Italy to attend the screening ‘Modi’ at the Rome Film Fest – the movie is said to be the highlight of the ten-day event.

Johnny Depp Misses Rome Film Fest But Says He Adores “Rejection”

Even though Depp took the time to make the trip to Rome, his plane arrived late causing him to miss the Rome Film Festival press conference, where he was supposed to present the movie on Saturday, collect an award, before flying out on Sunday morning.

However, he did manage to get a sit-down with The Hollywood Reporter Roma to talk about the project,...

Exclusive: The Veterans has boarded sales for an AFM launch on Bernard Rose’s Shakespeare adaptation Lear Rex, starring Al Pacino as tragic monarch King Lear alongside Jessica Chastain as his villainous, power-hungry, oldest daughter Goneril.

Principal photography is completed on the picture, the all-star cast for which also features Emmy winner Rachel Brosnahan (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) as Lear’s second malevolent daughter Regan; Academy-Award Winner Ariana DeBose (West Side Story) as the king’s beloved youngest daughter Cordelia, who he erroneously banishes; Emmy Winner Peter Dinklage as the Fool, and Lakeith Stanfield (The Book Of Clarence) as the scheming figure of Edmund.

Further cast members include Ted Levine as Kent, Mathew Jacobs as Gloucester, Danny Huston as Albany, Chris Messina as Cornwall, Stephen Dorff as Poor Tom and Rhys Coiro as Oswald.

Rose, who started out making music videos for iconic pop tunes such...

Principal photography for Jaume Collet-Serra’s Cliffhanger reboot is officially underway in Austria, where Lily James defies gravity while pushing herself to the limit. Today, Rocket Science, in partnership with Thank You Pictures and Supernix, unveiled two first-look images from the film’s shoot in Austria’s East Tyrol region of the Lienz Dolomites. I hope you don’t get vertigo because the reboot of Sylvester Stallone’s 1993 thriller, starring Lily James and Pierce Brosnan, looks like it’s off to an exciting start.

“In this reboot of Cliffhanger, seasoned mountaineer Ray Cooper (Pierce Brosnan) and his daughter Sydney run a mountain chalet in the Dolomites. During a weekend trip with a billionaire’s son, they are targeted by a gang of kidnappers. Ray’s older daughter Naomi (Lily James), still haunted by a past climbing accident, witnesses the attack and escapes. To save her family, she must confront her...

Johnny Depp and Penélope Cruz will reunite for Day Drinker, a thriller being developed for Lionsgate and directed by Marc Webb (The Amazing Spider-Man). This will be Depp’s first major Hollywood movie since the scandal involving the fallout of his relationship with Amber Heard.

Day Drinker follows a cruise ship bartender who meets a mysterious day drinker, only for both of them to find themselves entangled in a criminal underbelly, and connected in unexpected ways. “Day Drinker combines a highly commercial concept with wildly outrageous twists and turns all set in an incredible world,” said Adam Fogelson, chair of Lionsgate Motion Picture Group, “and there is no better filmmaker than Marc or two more perfectly cast actors than Johnny and Penélope to bring that world to life.“

This will mark Depp and Cruz’s fourth collaboration. They previously appeared together in Blow, Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides,...

Johnny Depp told the crowd “without you I would not be here or likely I would not be anywhere” as he was honoured by the Rome Film Festival tonight (October 26).

Depp was awarded the festival’s lifetime achievement award ahead of the screening of Modi - Three Days On The Wing Of Madness, which is his first directing effort since 1997’s The Brave and charts three days in the life of Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani.

He was presented the award by festival director Paola Malanga and Riccardo Scamarcio, who stars as Modigliani in the film, at Rome’s Auditorium Parco della Musica.

Johnny Depp’s plane was late coming into Rome, so he missed the Rome Film Festival press conference that was scheduled on Saturday to talk about the new film he directed, Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Madness. Depp was due to present the film that evening, pick up a prize and then fly out on Sunday morning.

The actor is considered a controversial figure in Hollywood after years of legal battles and a messy divorce from his ex-wife Amber Heard, which included allegations of domestic violence and his and Heard’s heavily publicized defamation trial. But Depp is in the midst of a career reboot of sorts in Europe, one that began at last year’s Cannes Film Fest with French director Maïwenn’s Jeanne du Barry, in which he starred as King Louis Xv.

Modi, which premiered at the San Sebastian Film Festival last month, is the...

Johnny Depp‘s comeback movie ‘Jeanne Du Barry’ may not be among the most successful movies when it premiered last year, but his directorial comeback may well be. So far, it’s managed to secure the “Capri Cult Award 2024” for its portrayal of the Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani.

Johnny Depp’s ‘Modi’ To Be the Highlight of Rome Film Fest

‘Modi: Three Days On the Wings on Madness’ has secured a spot on the Rome Film Fest as the closer to the otherwise modest ten-day event. It will be aired on Saturday, Oct. 26, and you can bet fans can’t wait for the star to arrive.

He will likely be joined by stars Al Pacino, Riccardo Scamarcio and Antonia Desplat for the event. ‘Modi’ premiered at the San Sebastian Film Festival and follows Modi on a remarkable three-day journey that saw the intersection of art, passion, pride, sacrifice and love.

Johnny Depp’s new film Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Madness will close out the Rome Film Festival on Saturday, Oct. 26, and the denizens of The Eternal City can’t wait for the star to arrive.

Indeed, the highlight of an otherwise unremarkable edition of the 10-day-long fest will undoubtedly be Johnny Depp’s appearance on Saturday to present the biopic Modi, which premiered at the San Sebastian Film Festival and chronicles three chaotic days in the life of Italian painter and sculptor Amedeo Modigliani.

Meanwhile, at an event that is separate from the film fest, Depp’s film will on Friday night receive the coveted Capri Cult Award.

The producer of Modi, Barry Navidi, a long-time friend of Al Pacino, will pick up the Capri prize on Friday night.

The Capri Cult Award is bestowed by the Capri Institute, the non-profit organization that organizes an annual film fest on the eponymous island.

Exclusive: Andrea Iervolino, the Italian producer of sports car biopics Ferrari, Lamborghini: The Man Behind The Legend and the upcoming Maserati movie, is revving up a biopic of Ettore Bugatti.

Bugatti is slated to film late next year in Italy and France for Iervolino’s new banner, The Andrea Iervolino Company.

The movie is set to tell the life story of Bugatti, the founder of the iconic automobile company, who was known for transforming the automotive world with his creative genius and relentless dedication to design and technology. The Italian-born French designer and manufacturer also designed aeroplane engines and was no stranger to tragedy: Bugatti’s son, Jean, was killed on 11 August 1939 at the age of 30 while testing a Bugatti car near the family’s factory HQ in Germany.

Iervolino is in talks with writers and directors on the project, which will feature a U.S. and international cast and be English-language.

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Johnny Depp’s comeback to Hollywood may not be as meteoric as his initial rise to fame, but he’s definitely taking more meaningful steps than cancelled counterpart Kevin Spacey.

However bold he’s been to so far carve his Hollywood comeback, he wouldn’t have taken on his latest project had it not been for an old friend.

Johnny Depp – Seemingly Calls Amber Heard Defamation Case A “Soap Opera”

Depp is still winning and scoring points despite being accused of sexual and physical abuse from his ex Amber Heard. For one his ‘Modi’ stars believe that “he’s the nicest, the kindest, the sweetest man I’ve ever worked with in my life” and should be celebrated so.

‘Modi’ marks Depp’s second directorial project and first in as many years. The movie follows Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani’s life, with legendary actor Al Pacino playing one of the lead roles.

Johnny Depp has managed to survive the ultra-damaging effects of ex Amber Heard‘s allegations to continue to have a Hollywood career.

At the moment, he’s currently doing a press run for his second directorial project, ‘Modi,’ starring lead star Riccardo Scamarcio, Antonia Desplat, Al Pacino and Stephen Graham.

Johnny Depp Admits He’s Been “Through A Number of Things” As He Promotes New Movie

Depp and the stars of ‘Modi — Three Days on the Wing of Madness’ are currently deep in the promotional tour for the movie.

Even though Depp admitted that Al Pacino was the reason he decided to take on the project in the first place, once he did, he quickly saw similarities between the artist the movie portrays and his own beleaguered life.

“Each [character] has their story, because I’m sure we can say that I’ve been through a number of things here and there,...

Fans of the Pirates of the Caribbean movies have still not quite let go of the idea that Johnny Depp could return to the big screen as Captain Jack Sparrow, even if it seems less and less likely. However, even if he doesnt saunter back onto the deck of a pirate ship again, it seems that Depp is still willing to bring out the character for the benefit of some of his biggest fans.

While in Spain for the San Sebastin Film Festival where he was premiering his new directorial feature Modi Three Days on the Wing of Madness - Depp took some time out to dress up as Captain Jack to visit a local hospital and make some children and staff very happy. During his visit, which was reported on by a local news outlet, Depp made the rounds of the childrens ward and mingled with doctors and nurses,...

Johnny Depp had his fair share of drama during his explosive trial with Amber Heard, but his biggest complaint wasn’t about the courtroom chaos or media frenzy. Nope, it was all about the impact on his home turf. Depp revealed that the trial’s fallout made him seriously consider leaving America. He felt the trial overshadowed everything, turning his life upside down.

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The intense scrutiny and public opinion weighed heavily on him, pushing him to question his place in Hollywood and beyond. As he navigated through the chaos, it became clear that this wasn’t just a legal battle for him; it was about finding peace in the midst of the storm.

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After a public divorce, abuse allegations, and over-sensationalized defamation trial, it's safe to say that Hollywood darling Johnny Depp has transformed into a somewhat controversial figure. But despite the smears against Depp's reputation, the cast of his second directorial debut, Modi Three Days on the Wings of Madness, have showered him with praise, urging critics to move past their negative image of the acclaimed actor-turned-director.

Premiering earlier this week at the San Sebastin Film Festival, Modi Three Days on the Wings of Madness is Depp's newest project, an "anti-biopic" that follows 72 hours in the life of Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani. But the film also represents a significant step in Depp's tentative journey back to Hollywood, following a series of scandals in 2022 involving Depp's relationship with his now ex-wife Amber Heard. Among other things, Depp was accused of physical and sexual abuse by Heard, which sent his reputation into a nosedive...

In an appearance at the San Sebastián International Film Festival, Johnny Depp, who was there for his film, Modi – Three Days on the Wing of Madness, likened his life to a “soap opera” following his 2022 legal battle with his ex, Amber Heard.

Depp’s movie follows the Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani (known by friends as “Modi”) for a frantic 72 hours in the corrupt World War II streets of Paris in 1916. In hiding from the police, Modi confronts the plausibility of his career and life in desperate times.

Depp related his own life to the character’s. “Each [character] has their story because I’m sure we can say that I’ve been through a number of things here and there,” he said. “But you know, I’m all right. And I think we’ve all been through a number of things, ultimately. Maybe yours didn’t turn into a soap opera.

Johnny Depp makes his directorial return with Modi, a film exploring three days in the storied life of Italian painter Amedeo Modigliani in 1920s Paris. Stepping behind the camera for the first time in over twenty years, Depp brings his passion for free spirits to the big screen in telling Modigliani’s story. Riccardo Scamarcio takes on the titular role of the brilliant yet misunderstood artist, a man dying all too young from tuberculosis amid the chaos of war-torn Europe. Alongside a fantastic ensemble that includes Antonia Desplat as Modigliani’s lover Beatrice Hastings and Al Pacino in a memorable cameo, Scamarcio immerses us in Modigliani’s bohemian world.

The film finds Modigliani struggling for recognition as World War I rages. Living hand in mouth as a portraitist in Paris’ cafes, his rebellious spirit lands him in trouble with the elites. We experience the highs and lows of his artistic drive,...

There were cheers of “bravo” and an uncharacteristically long-standing ovation this evening in San Sebastian as the credits rolled on Johnny Depp’s second directorial effort Modi – Three Days On The Wing Of Madness.

The period flick debuted out of competition here in San Sebastian where Depp has been welcomed warmly by fans and festival delegates. This evening before the screening began, huge swathes of festivalgoers congregated outside the Kursaal auditorium to catch a glimpse of Depp as he entered the building for the premiere.

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Depp met similar crowds this morning at the Modi press conference where journalists rushed the stage to snap his picture.

Overall, Modi appeared to be generally well-received by the San Sebastian audience who sporadically cheered and clapped during the screening. There was particular...

The cast of Johnny Depp’s Modi – Three Days on the Wing of Madness took to the San Sebastian red carpet Tuesday night to usher in the star’s second directorial feature.

Depp — applauded by the audience shortly before the film screened and given a standing ovation afterwards — was joined by Riccardo Scamarcio and Antonia Desplat at the Kursaal Theater on Spain’s northern coast for the world premiere of Modi, which follows three days in the life of Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani.

Also starring Stephen Graham, Bruno Gouery, Luisa Ranieri, Ryan McParland and Al Pacino as art collector Maurice Gangnat, the movie is backdropped by Paris in the middle of World War II as the painter and sculptor strives for recognition. Scamarcio features in the titular role while Desplat plays Modigliani’s partner of two years, Beatrice Hastings.

Reporters were thrilled by Depp’s presence at the press conference earlier in the afternoon,...