Latest Entertainment News: Blockbusters, Mergers, and Music Hits

The entertainment industry is buzzing with new movie releases, mergers, and music events. Highlights include a Jackie Chan-inspired film, a new 'Alien' franchise installment, and major mergers like Reliance-Disney. Paramount Global announces layoffs, and Taylor Swift resumes her tour amid heightened security. DoorDash partners with Max for streaming services.

The entertainment industry is buzzing with a slew of fresh movies, mergers, and musical performances capturing global attention. Director Paul Feig calls his new film 'Jackpot' the 'Lost Jackie Chan movie,' paying homage to the martial arts legend's chaotic and comedic roles.

The 'Alien' franchise returns with 'Alien: Romulus,' starring Cailee Spaeny. The film's emotional journey was heightened by the chronological shooting, leaving cast members mourning as characters met their ends.

In business news, Reliance and Disney are planning to divest some channels to expedite their $8.5 billion merger. UK gambling tech firm Playtech is in discussions to sell its Italian unit to Irish firm Flutter Entertainment, potentially creating a deal worth £2 billion.

China's summer blockbuster 'Upstream' casts a critical eye on the gig economy by portraying the harsh realities faced by workers. Paramount Global is set to lay off 15% of its U.S. workforce and shut down its TV studio to cut costs by $500 million, as it integrates with Skydance Media.

Swedish prosecutors have ended an investigation into Dutch singer Joost Klein, who was evicted from Eurovision. Meanwhile, Taylor Swift returns to the stage in London after a foiled terror threat forced her to cancel Vienna dates, with tight security measures in place at Wembley Stadium.

In a bid to stay competitive, DoorDash has teamed up with Warner Bros Discovery's Max to offer streaming services to its U.S. subscribers at no extra cost.

(With inputs from agencies.)