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Entertainment

Bad Bunny faces $16 million lawsuit over unauthorised voice sample

Singer accused of using former classmate’s vocal line without permission Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny is facing a $16 million lawsuit from

Netflix drops first look at ‘The Rip,’ reuniting Ben Affleck and Matt Damon on screen

Star power meets streamer strategy Netflix released a first trailer for “The Rip,” an upcoming feature that brings Ben Affleck

Streaming Platforms Reset Content Strategy for 2026

Fewer titles, higher stakes Major streaming platforms are entering 2026 with tighter content budgets and a sharper focus on fewer,

Global Box Office Ends 2025 Rebalanced but Uneven

Recovery with limits The global box office closed 2025 in recovery mode, but the rebound remained uneven across regions. Big-budget

Streaming Platforms Rethink Big-Budget Series as Subscriber Growth Slows

Cost control takes center stage Major streaming platforms are reassessing big-budget original series as subscriber growth plateaus in key markets.

K-Pop Agency Bets on Virtual Idols to Reach Global Fans in 2026

A digital expansion strategy A major K-pop agency has announced plans to expand its lineup with virtual idols, betting that

‘Bridgerton’ Season 4 Trailer Teases a Cinderella-Style Romance as Netflix Splits the Release

A new love story takes center stage Netflix has released the first trailer for “Bridgerton” Season 4, signaling a shift

K-Drama Exports Surge as Global Streaming Demand Expands

Global audience growth South Korean television dramas continue to gain international traction, with exports reaching new highs as streaming platforms

Hollywood Studios Lean on Franchises as Box Office Faces Uneven Recovery

Shifting release strategies Major Hollywood studios are doubling down on established franchises as the global box office shows signs of

Streaming Platforms Recalibrate Content Spending

Tighter budgets Major streaming platforms are adjusting content budgets amid slowing subscriber growth and rising production costs. Executives say the