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Barbie "pink" carpet
culture

Highest grossing films of 2023: Barbie streaks ahead in No 1 spot

The National Film & TV Awards South Africa, is a star-studded event celebrating South African entertainment excellence. Image: Supplied.
Celeb News

‘African talent’: National Film & TV Awards unveils nominees

Barbie "pink" carpet
Entertainment

Highest-grossing films of 2023: Barbie takes No 1 spot – UPDATED

Barbie "pink" carpet
Entertainment

Highest grossing films of 2023: Barbie streaks ahead in No 1 spot

The National Film & TV Awards South Africa, is a star-studded event celebrating South African entertainment excellence. Image: Supplied.
Celeb News

‘African talent’: National Film & TV Awards unveils nominees

Barbie "pink" carpet
Entertainment

Highest-grossing films of 2023: Barbie takes No 1 spot – UPDATED

Barbie "pink" carpet
Entertainment

Highest-grossing films of 2023: Barbie closing in on No 1 – UPDATED

By Garrin Lambley28-08-2023 10:36

Films released in 2023 continue to break records as the world returns to movie theatres following the Covid-19 pandemic.

Driven by her passion for acting, Gabisile Tshabalala navigated challenges and setbacks to realize her dreams. Image: Instagram via @gabisilet
Celeb News

Gabisile Tshabalala: Pinkie from ‘Hola Mpintshi’ where is she now?

By Precious Simpasa18-08-2023 06:36

Gabisile Tshabalala’s, 33, journey is a tale of triumph over adversity. From her upbringing in Soshanguve to her rise as a renowned actress.

Barbenheimer feud was heated online. Image: Twitter via @Seihy
Entertainment

Barbenheimer feud: Japanese users fire back with 9/11 Memes

By Precious Simpasa03-08-2023 13:30

The feud began because of the perceived insensitivity of the ‘Barbenheimer’ trend, with Barbie and imagery of a devastating historical event.

Barbie' is a cinematic masterpiece that depicts the iconic Mattel doll. Images: Instagram via @barbiethemovie
Entertainment

Barbie reigns: highest-grossing film by a female director!

By Precious Simpasa03-08-2023 07:30

In a major movie milestone, the film ‘Barbie’ directed by Greta Gerwig,39, has become the highest-grossing movie ever directed by a woman.

Barbenheimer fever is predicted to be a grand cinematic experience. Image: Instagram via @barbenheimerstore111
Celeb News

Barbenheimer fever!: Barbie vs. Oppenheimer

By Precious Simpasa21-07-2023 12:29

Barbenheimer has been a topic of excitement for film fanatics online, giving birth to one exciting marketing campaign.

Musa Motha is ready for the big screen. Image: Instagram via @musa_motha95
Celeb News

‘I’m going into movies’: Musa Motha ready for the big screen

By Precious Simpasa18-07-2023 11:46

Musa, 27, has been diligently attending acting and combat classes, honing his skills to portray thrilling stunts on the big screen.

Keke Palmer's Style. Image: via Instagram @kekeupdates.
Lifestyle

Keke Palmer’s style evolution through the years

By Precious Simpasa07-07-2023 09:07

Keke Palmer’s boyfriend received heavy backlash from fans after he criticised the outfit she wore to an Usher concert.

Ster-Kinekor strategies
Entertainment

Ster-Kinekor to entice movie-goers to its cinemas  

By Lorne Philpot18-06-2023 14:01

SA’s largest cinema chain, Ster-Kinekor is considering a variety of strategies to get movie-goers back into its cinemas.

The Best Movies to Stream on Showmax in June
Entertainment

The 12 best movies to stream on Showmax in June

By Charlene Badasie13-06-2023 14:14

From Gripping Thrillers to Inspiring Epics: Showmax Delivers a Must-Watch Movie Lineup for June

Warner Bros
Entertainment

Warner Bros Studios turns 100: Celebrate with TNT Africa

By James Richardson12-04-2023 10:03

TNT Africa celebrates the 100th anniversary of Warner Bros. Studios with five curated weekends of the films this April.

Ultraview
LGBTQIA+

Ultraview launches with LGBTQI Pay TV bouquet

By Mambaonline.com08-03-2023 09:45

Openview has launched a satellite-first in South Africa with its Ultraview Pay TV option featuring The Pride Bouquet.

Oscars at the 95th Academy Awards
LGBTQIA+

Queer movies that are up for Oscars at the 95th Academy Awards

By Mambaonline.com07-03-2023 11:04

Which queer film do you want to see win big at the upcoming Oscars? We take a look at the contenders at the 95th Academy Awards

ant man
Entertainment

‘Ant-Man’ crawls to top of North America box office

By Agence France-Presse20-02-2023 10:31

Disney’s “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” has created an unexpected buzz, taking in an estimated $118 million over a long holiday weekend.

Chocolate Popcorn Recipe
Recipes

Chocolate popcorn: The ultimate movie snack just got better

By Linda Kaumphawi16-02-2023 14:30

Make movie night one to remember just because of snacks. This chocolate popcorn recipe is everything cinema snacks wish they were.

Magic Mike
Entertainment

‘Magic Mike’ tops Box Office but Super Bowl takes the cup

By Agence France-Presse13-02-2023 09:31

Magic Mike’s Last Dance topped the North American box office this weekend with an estimated $8.2 million in ticket sales

Marvel back in China
Entertainment

Marvel superheroes return to Chinese cinemas after four years

By Agence France-Presse07-02-2023 12:32

Marvel’s superheroes began their return to China’s massive movie market after an apparent ban of nearly four years on Tuesday.

knock at the cabin
Entertainment

‘Way of Water’ makes way for horror film to top Box Office

By Agence France-Presse06-02-2023 11:57

“Avatar: The Way of Water” finally made room this weekend for a new leader in North American theaters, the horror film “Knock at the Cabin.”

popcorn
Offbeat

Let’s get popping – it’s popcorn day

By Michelle Swart19-01-2023 07:02

It comes as no surprise that this tasty any-time treat got its very own day – today, we celebrate popcorn day

Avatar: The Way Of Water
Entertainment

‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ on pace to beat ‘Top Gun’ as biggest movie of 2022

By Garrin Lambley03-01-2023 11:43

Avatar: The Way of Water is on pace to become the top-selling movie of 2022 after leading the box office for a third straight weekend. 

AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER
Entertainment

‘Avatar’ continues to make millions on Box Office charts

By Agence France-Presse27-12-2022 09:33

Pulling in an estimated $90 million, “Avatar: The Way of Water” has blown away the competition even as a massive storm kept millions at home over the four-day Christmas weekend.

Christmas movie
Offbeat

Feel the festive spirit – it’s Christmas movie marathon day!

By Michelle Swart23-12-2022 07:23

Christmas movie marathon day is celebrated on 23 December, and here are a few favorites to get you snuggled up and into the festive spirit

You can watch 'Desemberdiewe' on Saturday 17 December at 20:00 on kykNET
Entertainment

‘Desemberdiewe’: Introducing kykNET’s new heartfelt Christmas movie

By Erene Roux13-12-2022 13:31

What is the holiday season without a feel-good Christmas movie? Make sure to watch kykNET’s family-friendly film, ‘Desemberdiewe’ this holiday season.

LGBTQ Movies and Series 2022
LGBTQIA+

2022 LGBTQ must-watch shows and movies

By Obakeng Pholo07-12-2022 13:07

2022 is coming to an end and we are looking back at the 5 LGBTQ movies and shows that topped the charts this year.

Smile scariest movie of 2022
Offbeat

LOOK: ‘Scariest film of 2022’ hits SA cinemas this week [trailer]

By Tom Head28-09-2022 23:25

It doesn’t get any creepier than this. Smile comes to South African cinemas this week – and you’ll need nerves of steel to sit through it…

The cast of christian film franchise God's Not Dead on the red carpet of a Pureflix event
Entertainment

Fifth instalment of Christian film series ‘God’s Not Dead’ announced

By Simnikiwe Hlatshaneni16-09-2022 12:55

According to Pureflix, the next film goes to the heart of its messaging about Christian values in modern politics.

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