Global Entertainment Updates: Milestones and Setbacks

A summary of current entertainment headlines around the globe: India's Supreme Court orders podcaster Ranveer Allahabadia to cease broadcasts temporarily; Chinese film Nezha 2 breaks animated box office records; 'Conclave' wins big at BAFTAs; Shakira reschedules a concert post hospitalization; and Marion Cotillard shares insights at Berlinale.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 18-02-2025 18:33 IST | Created: 18-02-2025 18:33 IST
Global Entertainment Updates: Milestones and Setbacks
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India's Supreme Court has instructed celebrated podcaster Ranveer Allahabadia, also known as BeerBiceps, to suspend his shows. Allahabadia is facing obscenity charges, according to reports from LiveLaw. Allahabadia's podcasts, featuring prominent figures, have garnered a massive following with nearly 20 million YouTube subscribers.

In a milestone for Chinese cinema, 'Nezha 2' has surpassed 'Inside Out 2' to become the highest-grossing animated film globally. Ticketing platform Maoyan reports that the film's earnings have reached 12.3 billion yuan, making it the eighth highest-grossing film worldwide.

The BAFTA Film Awards recognized 'Conclave' and 'The Brutalist' with four awards each. 'Conclave', a papal selection thriller, won Best Film, among other honors. Meanwhile, pop icon Shakira has rescheduled her Peru concert after canceling a performance due to hospitalization, and actress Marion Cotillard likens the public perception of her to a fairy tale narrative at Berlinale.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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