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Simbu: I won’t do a film like ‘Vallavan’ in today’s times

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Silambarasan aka Simbu’s career hit a pause when whispers about his unprofessionalism came to surface. As the whispers grew louder, with some producers even asking for compensation for losses incurred, Simbu felt he hit the rock bottom. The accusations and name-calling accumulated so much that Simbu says he didn’t know how to manage or even come out of the pitfall that he created.

The journey turned out to be a long-term project than a quick fix.

In an industry where issues related to mental health are either brushed aside or lack sensitivity, Simbu is a rare Tamil cinema star who has been vocal about what he went through. Starting out as a child actor in his father T Rajendar’s films, Simbu admits that it was a low-point in his long career that only caused damage.

He describes that phase as his “lockdown”, quite literally. “I didn’t feel like coming out of the house and interacting with people. In spite of all that, I was acting and was trying to socialise with people,” says Simbu, dressed in a olive green V-neck t-shirt, during a press interaction ahead of his upcoming film
Maanaadu .

The actor turned to spirituality to come out that place. “Now that I am finally out, I believe my potential will reflect in my work.”

The realisation of having swam his way through was what happened recently when Simbu become emotional at the audio launch of
Maanaadu . He made a dramatic statement, addressing his fans and well-wishers: “I will take care of my problems, you take care of me.”

Simbu says he tried controlling his pent-up emotions, but he couldn’t. “Even for this film [
Maanaadu ], there was a lot of problems from the start. We started shooting it and then it was dropped, and we started again. The film, my weight loss journey and the pandemic — all of this affected me when I went on stage,” he says.

Set against a political backdrop,
Maanaadu (Campaign)
 is about the concept of time loop, where the characters are trapped in a series of events that repeat themselves. But Simbu clarifies that the film isn’t overly political. Nor is he worried if audiences would understand such a high-concept.

In fact, what drew him towards
Maanaadu was how simplified the concept has been presented by its director, Venkat Prabhu. “It is about a normal guy getting caught in this time loop [like
Edge of Tomorrow and
Source Code ]. Though the scenes repeat, you will see something new. That is what Venkat Prabhu has done, in a commercial way.”

For Simbu, it was as much a journey of self-discovery as it was spiritual. In due course, he says he learnt a lesson or two; and how he has evolved as an actor-person. Which is why Simbu says he won’t do a film like
Vallavan in today’s times. “I was a boy then and hence acted in such commercial films. I have come out of that zone now. Cinema too has changed. Audiences are watching all sorts of content and they are no longer liking the
cinema thanam ,” he says, adding, “We need to cater to what today’s audiences want. For that, you will have to work with directors who are doing that.”

Simbu has been talking to young filmmakers, although nothing has been finalised yet. In the next one year, he wishes to stay committed to his acting projects.

“I like the zone I am in right now…it’s peaceful. I need this space for me.”

Maanaadu
releases in theatres on November 25.

Harry Potter: The Exhibition To Launch Global Tour At The Franklin Institute In Philadelphia

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The brand new behind-the-scenes exhibition will use the latest innovations in immersive design and technology. It will celebrate the films and stories of Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, and the expanded Wizarding World, including Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, through beautifully crafted environments that honor the iconic moments, characters, settings, and beasts as seen in the films and stories. Visitors will get an up-close look at authentic props and original costumes from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films and have the opportunity to engage with innovative, awe-inspiring, and magical environments and installations in ways never before experienced in a touring exhibition. Harry Potter: The Exhibition introduces a unique comprehensive touring experience that will enchant both new and devoted Wizarding World fans.

“This exhibition will be unlike any other Wizarding World touring exhibition. The inclusion of technology, attention to detail and integration of magical touches created by our partners at Imagine Exhibitions is truly unique,” said Peter van Roden, Senior Vice President of Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment. “We are elated to be launching the world tour at the Franklin Institute and for fans to be able to have another way to experience the Wizarding World.”

“We are very excited to be launching the world tour of the all-new Harry Potter: The Exhibition in Philadelphia at The Franklin Institute in early 2022,” said Tom Zaller, CEO of Imagine Exhibitions. “The Franklin Institute is a trusted partner of ours, a national leader for world-renowned exhibitions, a great cultural driver for Philadelphia, and a perfect location for fans to experience our groundbreaking new exhibition.”

“The Wizarding World is a sweeping phenomenon that crosses generations and delivers astonishing global appeal,” said Larry Dubinski, President and CEO of The Franklin Institute. “We are thrilled that Harry Potter: The Exhibition will make its world tour debut in 2022 at The Franklin Institute, putting Philadelphia in the national spotlight, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors to the region and providing months of sustainable tourism revenue.”

Be sure to check out www.HarryPotterExhibition.com for the latest news on tour stops and ticket availability.

About Wizarding World
In the years since Harry Potter was whisked from King’s Cross Station onto Platform nine and three quarters, his incredible adventures have left a unique and lasting mark on popular culture. Eight Blockbuster Harry Potter films have brought the magical stories to life and today, the Wizarding World is recognised as one of the world’s best-loved franchises.

Representing a vast interconnected universe, it also includes two epic Fantastic Beasts films, (the third releasing in 2022), Harry Potter The Cursed Child – the multi-award-winning stage-play, state-of-the-art video and mobile games from Portkey Games, innovative consumer products, thrilling live entertainment (including four theme park lands) and insightful exhibitions.

This expanding portfolio of Warner Bros. owned Wizarding World experiences also includes Harry Potter New York – a brand new flagship store, Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter, Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo, and the Platform 9 3⁄4 retail shops.

The Wizarding World continues to evolve to provide Harry Potter fans with fresh and exciting ways to engage. For the worldwide fan community, and for generations to come, it welcomes everyone in to explore and discover the magic for themselves.

About Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment
Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment (WBTE), part of WarnerMedia Global Brands and Experiences, is a worldwide leader in the creation, development and licensing of location-based entertainment, live events, exhibits and theme park experiences based on WarnerMedia’s iconic characters, stories, and brands. WBTE is home to the groundbreaking global locations of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, WB Movie World Australia, and countless other experiences inspired by DC, Looney Tunes, Scooby, Game of Thrones, Friends and more. With best-in-class partners, WBTE allows fans around the world to physically immerse themselves inside their favorite brands and franchises.

WIZARDING WORLD and all related trademarks, characters, names, and indicia are © ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s21)

About Imagine Exhibitions
A world leader in narrative-driven, immersive theatrical design, Imagine Exhibitions, Inc., creates sophisticated, high quality experiences for museums, brands, venues, and integrated resorts across the globe. From ideation to operation, Imagine’s team of industry pioneers draws upon decades of success in the fields of immersive design, awareness, and entertainment to consistently create and implement memorable and thought-provoking environments. The company’s custom experiences deliver focused messaging and serve to increase attendance wherever they are presented.  Imagine Exhibitions, Inc., a global pioneer in traveling entertainment responsible for many internationally recognized exhibitions such as Titanic: The Exhibition, The Hunger Games: The Exhibition, Angry Birds: The Art Science Behind a Global Phenomenon, Jurassic World: The Exhibition, and Downton Abbey: The Exhibition.

Imagine Exhibitions is currently presenting more than 40 unique exhibitions in museums, science centers, aquariums, integrated resorts, and non-traditional venues worldwide. The Company also continues to design, open, and operate its own venues, along with creating and implementing permanent and semi-permanent museum, brand, and entertainment properties.

For more information, visit www.ImagineExhibitions.com or find us on Facebook. 

About EMC Presents
EMC Presents is a partnership between CTS Eventim, one of the leading international providers of ticketing services and live entertainment, and award-winning tour promoter and producer Michael Cohl, creating one of the strongest global networks of promoters and venues. The partnership provides a comprehensive worldwide live entertainment platform, creating extraordinary shows and experiences, from concept creation to production and promotion. Michael Cohl’s career spans over 45 years as a Producer and Promoter for iconic entertainers, having worked with the world’s most recognized artists including Barbra Streisand, Oprah Winfrey, The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, U2, Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra and many more. Michael’s strategies are credited with revolutionizing the touring industry worldwide. Besides his storied history in the music industry, Cohl has promoted multiple successful exhibitions including the original King Tut exhibit, “John Lennon: The New York City Years”, Bodies: The Exhibition, Jurassic World: The Exhibition, and Pink Floyd: Their Mortal Remains. Cohl, previously the chairman of Live Nation, was inducted into the Canadian Rock n Roll/Music Hall of Fame and has received a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame. Among his many other awards, Cohl has also been honored with an Emmy, the Billboard Legend of Live Award, the TJ Martell Foundation Man of the Year Award, a Peabody Award, and a JUNO Award for Special Achievement.

About The Franklin Institute
Located in the heart of Philadelphia, The Franklin Institute is a renowned and innovative leader in the field of science and technology learning, as well as a dynamic center of activity. As Pennsylvania’s most visited museum, it is dedicated to creating a passion for learning about science by offering access to hands-on science education.  For more information, visit www.fi.edu.

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Disney and Warner Bros. Will Pause Releasing Films in Russia [Updated]

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In response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Disney has decided to take a stand. The company released a statement Monday night explaining that it won’t be releasing its films there for the foreseeable future, beginning with Pixar’s Turning Red. Then, a few hours later, Warner Bros. did the same thing for The Batman.

“Given the unprovoked invasion of Ukraine and the tragic humanitarian crisis, we are pausing the release of theatrical films in Russia, including the upcoming Turning Red from Pixar,” said a statement released by Disney. “We will make future business decisions based on the evolving situation. In the meantime, given the scale of the emerging refugee crisis, we are working with our NGO partners to provide urgent aid and other humanitarian assistance to refugees.”

Turning Red was set to release in Russia March 10, a day before it’s released in the U.S. However, in the U.S. it’s being released on Disney+ while many international markets were still getting a full theatrical release. After that, Disney has almost a full two months without a theatrical release, the next one coming in May with Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. That’s then followed by Lightyear in June and Thor: Love and Thunder in July.

Disney was the first studio to take such a stance in Russia and then, a few hours later, Warner Bros. joined in. The company announced Monday evening its release of The Batman would not be happening in Russia. “In light of the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, WarnerMedia is pausing the release of its feature film The Batman in Russia,” a WarnerMedia statement read. “We will continue to monitor the situation as it evolves. We hope for a swift and peaceful resolution to this tragedy.”

These gestures are powerful but ultimately, not a huge loss monetarily. Variety reports even a huge hit in Russia is usually only a small percentage of what a film grosses overseas. For example, Spider-Man: No Way Home was a massive hit there, grossing about $45 million. However, that’s a mere fraction of the film’s total international gross to date, which is almost $1.1 billion.

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Nevertheless, the optics of these moves and the strong support of Ukraine it shows is surely more important than whatever money may or may not be made on future films. Nice work by Mickey Mouse and the Caped Crusader

Update 2/28/2022, 9:39 p.m. ET: This post has been updated to add Warner Bros. decision to hold The Batman.

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What’s Worth Watching: Harry Potter 20th anniversary, ‘Anxious People,’ ‘Lost Daughter’ and ‘Queer Eye’

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Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint, among other stars from the Harry Potter films, return to Hogwarts for an evening of memories from the magical series, from “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” to “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” through every adventure in between. “Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts” premieres on HBO Max on Sunday.

“Anxious People” (2021)

Based on Fredrik Backman’s novel of the same name, “Anxious People” follows a bank robber who stumbles into holding a group of apartment rental hopefuls (lovable idiots) hostage in the middle of an open house. The situation intensifies as investigators from Stockholm and internal squabbles threaten the local police investigation. As the story unfolds, relationships are tested, and life-long friendships are made. “Anxious People” is available on Netflix.

“The Lost Daughter” (2021)

In this adaptation of Italian author Elena Ferrante’s novel of the same name, Leda (Olivia Colman) finds her solo vacation turned upside down as her obsession with another family on holiday continues to turn up dark memories. Actress Maggie Gyllenhaal’s directorial debut, the film also features Dakota Johnson, Paul Mescal, Jessie Buckley, Ed Harris and Peter Sarsgaard.“The Lost Daughter” is available on Netflix.

“Queer Eye” (2021)

Food and wine specialist Antoni Porowski, interior designer Bobby Berk, grooming consultant Jonathan Van Ness, fashion designer Tan France and culture expert Karamo Brown head to Texas to take on their sixth season of this tearjerker series. “Queer Eye” is available on Netflix.

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  • The “Harry Potter” reunion special premiered Saturday, January 1 on HBO Max.
  • It reflects on the films’ legacy, and ends on one of Snape’s most iconic lines: “Always.”
  • The ending functions as a subtle tribute to Alan Rickman, who played Snape and died in 2016.

The “Harry Potter” reunion special’s final moment paid subtle tribute to Alan Rickman, who played Severus Snape in all eight of the franchise’s films and died in 2016.

The special’s final pre-credits moment is an exchange between Dumbledore and Snape that’s cut from the series’ eighth and final film. In the full sequence, Dumbledore (Michael Gambon) reveals to Snape (Alan Rickman) that Harry must die in order to defeat Voldemort. When he asks if Snape has come to care for Harry, Snape summons his patronus — a doe, the exact same as that of Harry’s mother Lily, revealing that he still loves her.

“After all this time?” Dumbledore asks. 

“Always,” Snape replies. 

It’s the final note of the “Return to Hogwarts” special, in which the series’ cast members reflect on their time working on the films. As one of Rickman’s final and most iconic lines in the “Harry Potter” film series, it also functions as a subtle tribute to the late actor, who died in 2016 of cancer at age 69.

In the wake of Rickman’s death, J.K. Rowling revealed that she had passed on one key piece of information to the actor early on in filming — the meaning of the word “always,” and in turn, Snape’s love of Lily.

In addition to the tribute, the special also features an in memoriam segment, highlighting actors like Richard Harris (Dumbledore in the series’ first two films), Helen McCrory (Narcissa Malfoy), Richard Griffiths (Vernon Dursley), and Rickman who died prior to the reunion.

“Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts” is available to stream on HBO Max now.


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Filming of ‘major action film’ in downtown Las Cruces to close streets and include explosions; extras sought – Las Cruces Sun

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LAS CRUCES — Mayhem is planned for a downtown Las Cruces bank this week, but not to worry: It’s for a movie. 

An unnamed “major action movie” being filmed downtown this week will require some downtown street closures and the City of Las Cruces issued a notice Monday that blank gunfire and small explosions will be part of scenes filmed at the Bank of the West BNP Paribas building at 201 N. Church St.

The city said Las Cruces Avenue and Organ Avenue downtown would be closed from 7:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, plus intermittent closures of N. Church St. 

Film Las Cruces said the scene being filmed includes a simulated bank robbery, gun fight and an explosion involving a car. However, film liaison Jon Sepp said no live fire or blanks would be fired on set, and the blast would consist of a controlled propane explosion with a fire crew present during filming. 

That announcement follows a fatal shooting on a different New Mexico film production in Santa Fe County last week, in which actor Alec Baldwin accidentally fired a live round that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and wounded director Joel Souza.

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In a statement, Sepp said the film is one of five major films filming in Doña Ana County “over the next two months,” beginning “a very exciting time of back to back major productions that will showcase our community, our unique locations, and our talented crew.”

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Algernon D’Ammassa can be reached at 575-541-5451, adammassa@lcsun-news.com or @AlgernonWrites on Twitter.

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The World’s Only Harry Potter Flagship Store Welcomes Customers Through The Doors For The First Time

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NEW YORK, June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Harry Potter fans from across the world were welcomed into Harry Potter New York as the flagship store opened its doors to the public for the first time. Greeted by a 220lb model of Fawkes the Phoenix, fans discovered a host of magical creatures and hand-made props throughout the immersive retail experience including Voldemort’s horcrux, Nagini, bursting through the ceiling in an area inspired by the Dark Arts.

The World’s Only Harry Potter Flagship Store Welcomes Customers Through The Doors For The First Time

With 15 themed areas and thousands of products, every aspiring witch and wizard will find something magical to add to their collection. Fans explored areas inspired by Honeydukes to find Bertie Bott’s Every Flavour Beans and Chocolate Frogs before stopping under the Dirigible Plum tree to find their favourite creature soft toy. Customers were invited to step into Hagrid’s boots to see how they measure up and duel other customers at the store’s interactive wand table.

”We’re delighted to be welcoming fans to Harry Potter New York for a completely new shopping experience,” said Sarah Roots, EVP Warner Bros. Worldwide Tours and Retail. “Not only will visitors find the largest range of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts products under one roof, they will also get to discover up-close some of the hand-crafted props that were seen in the films, use our unique photo opportunities and experience the incredible theming throughout the store.”

Harry Potter New York has a virtual queueing system in place. When customers visit the store, they will scan a QR code to join a virtual queue and return when notified. Harry Potter New York is open from 10am – 9pm Mon-Sat and 11am-7pm on Sundays.

Fans can keep up to date by following Harry Potter New York’s social channels or signing up to our newsletter.

Facebook.com/HarryPotterNewYork
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Notes to Editors

COVID-19 – For the safety of customers and colleagues, masks are required when visiting Harry Potter New York. The store is operating with a reduced capacity to ensure physical distancing is maintained.

About Wizarding World

More than two decades ago, a young Harry Potter was whisked onto Platform 9¾ at King’s Cross Station, and readers everywhere were swept along with him into a magical universe, created by J.K. Rowling. In the years since, the seven Harry Potter bestsellers have inspired eight Blockbuster movies, an award-winning stage play, and, more recently, the start of the Fantastic Beasts five-film series. People of all ages have been enthralled by these extraordinary adventures, set within an expanding universe, inspired by the vision of J.K. Rowling. 

For today’s growing worldwide fan community, and for generations to come, the Wizarding World welcomes everyone to explore more of this magical universe — past, present and future. The Wizarding World also provides fans with an instant, trusted kite-mark of quality and authenticity.

Harry Potter New York will be part of an expanding portfolio of Warner Bros. owned Wizarding World experiences that include Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter, Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo and the Platform 9 ¾ retail shops. 

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