Films, TV, streaming, gaming, and pop culture — the What's Hot in UAE entertainment desk covers what's worth your time and what isn't. Reviews, release dates, trailers, and recommendations written for a UAE audience that's as plugged in as anywhere else in the world. No filler listicles, no content that exists purely to fill a calendar slot.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson, known for his diverse roles in films like Kick-Ass, Bullet Train, and Avengers: Age of Ultron, has recently been at the centre of rumours surrounding the casting of the next James Bond. Following Daniel Craig’s departure from the role after No Time to Die (2021), speculation has been rife about who will step…
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Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious films in recent memory. It represents a culmination of decades of work and vision from the legendary director. Originally conceived in the 1980s, the project has faced numerous delays. This Coppola Megalopolis film, however, is finally nearing completion, with a highly…
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The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is set to take another significant leap with the upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday. Initially announced as Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, the project has undergone some major changes. These include a shift in focus towards a different, even more formidable villain. Here’s what we know so far about this highly anticipated…
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The excitement surrounding the second season of Squid Game reached new heights when Netflix unveiled its latest teaser on August 12, 2024. The teaser confirmed the return of Lee Jung-jae as Seong Gi-hun, also known as Player 456, alongside an intriguing new lineup of competitors. Among these fresh faces, one faceless contestant introduced as Player…
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Ryan Reynolds, the star of Deadpool and Wolverine, has expressed a desire for Wesley Snipes’ classic Marvel movie hero, Blade, to receive a send-off film akin to Hugh Jackman’s Logan. Reynolds highlighted the significant impact that 1998’s Blade and its sequels had on the superhero film genre. He asserted that they paved the way for…
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Robert Downey Jr. is returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), but this time as a villain. Marvel and RDJ revealed the surprise at the end of the franchise’s panel at Comic-Con on Saturday. Downey Jr., who previously portrayed Iron Man from 2008’s Iron Man to 2019’s Avengers: Endgame, will now take on the role…
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The 1990s were a transformative decade for hip hop. It marked its rise from underground culture to mainstream dominance. This era produced some of the most influential artists, groundbreaking albums, and innovative sounds in the genre’s history. Fans and critics alike often cite the 90s as the golden age of hip hop. It was a…
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I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve sat in a cinema, watched a sweeping desert shot or a skyline glittering under moonlight, and thought: That has to be the UAE. In recent decades, the United Arab Emirates — particularly Dubai and Abu Dhabi — has quietly transformed into one of the world’s most sought-after…
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There was a time when the television set was the centrepiece of every living room, dictating the rhythm of our evenings. Families would gather around, dinner plates in hand, to catch the latest drama, watch the news, or follow the week’s big sporting clash. But the age of the television as the undisputed king of…
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Sony Music just made history by purchasing Queen sells music catalogue for over $1 billion. This astronomical deal transforms legendary rock into serious Wall Street business overnight. The Queen sells music catalogue transaction sets unprecedented industry benchmarks that will influence artist valuations for decades. When “Bohemian Rhapsody” commands billion-dollar respect in 2025, something fundamental has…
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Kevin Spacey: Still One of the Greatest is a phrase that divides audiences and critics alike. The mere mention of his name evokes a mix of admiration for his artistry and unease over his controversies. Yet in the arena of acting — stripped of the noise, focused solely on the craft — Spacey’s talent has…
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Eminem, the legendary rapper renowned for his rapid-fire delivery and provocative lyrics, has made a dramatic return with his latest single, “Houdini.” This release marks the first offering from his highly anticipated album, “The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce),” set to drop this summer. The song signifies a pivotal shift in Eminem’s career…
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