Takehiro Hira

The highly anticipated second season of 'Monarch: Legacy of Monsters' is set to premiere on Apple TV+ on February 27, 2026. The new season will delve deeper into Monarch's peril and the mysteries of Skull Island, introducing a new bioluminescent Titan, Titan X.

Actor Carice van Houten will star in upcoming thriller film 'I Am Not a Bird'.

Sword fights, Gun fights, Car action…the movie ‘Snake Eyes’ has everything! With the recently released featurette, the G.I. Joe prequel film has kept the audiences on their toes. Directed by Robert Schwentke, the ninety-second training featurette highlights the rigorous process it takes to become a fighter worthy of a G.I. Joe film, as Henry Golding talks about the intense training to become the much needed fighter.

FX's Shogun, adapted from James Clavell's novel, starts its OTT journey. In 17th-century Japan, a mysterious ship sparks a civil war. Lord Yoshii Toranaga fights for survival against enemies. The series premieres on Disney+ Hotstar with Justin Marks as executive producer.

John Maclean's period revenge drama 'Tornado,' starring Kōki, is set for its OTT debut on Lionsgate Play from October 10, 2025. This film blends samurai tradition with Western storytelling, following a young woman's quest for revenge after her father's murder by gold thieves in the Scottish Highlands. It promises gripping action and emotional depth.

Brendan Fraser is set to star in 'Rental Family,' a film exploring human connection through a unique lens. He portrays a struggling actor in Tokyo who finds work with a Japanese rental family agency, stepping into the roles of father, brother, and husband.

A colossal new threat, Titan X, emerges in 'Monarch: Legacy of Monsters' Season 2, set to debut February 27, 2026. The series, featuring Kurt and Wyatt Russell, delves into Skull Island's mysteries and escalating kaiju conflicts. Expect deeper conspiracies, dimensional rifts, and intense battles as Monarch and Apex Cybernetics clash, with Godzilla's return promising epic showdowns.

Join Brendan Fraser in 'Rental Family,' an enchanting blend of humor and drama that unveils the intricacies of Japan's emotional rental family market. Premiering in India on February 18, 2026, exclusively on JioHotstar, this festival darling allows viewers to immerse themselves in its original bilingual format.

The Critics Choice Association announced nominees for the 30th annual Critics Choice Awards, with 'Shogun' receiving a leading six nominations, including Best Drama Series and acting nods for its cast. 'Abbott Elementary,' 'Disclaimer,' 'Hacks,' 'The Diplomat,' 'The Penguin,' and 'What We Do in the Shadows' each garnered four nominations.

The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards 2024, hosted by Eugene Levy and Dan Levy, recognized outstanding television achievements. Jean Smart received Best Actress for 'Hacks', while Jeremy Allen White won Best Actor for 'The Bear'. Notable winners included ‘The Traitors’ for reality competition program and ‘Last Week Tonight with John Oliver’ for scripted variety series.

Hiroyuki Sanada fulfills his dream of showcasing Japanese culture in the new series "Shogun", where he plays the lead role of Yoshii Toranaga. The show, set in Japan in 1600, tells an authentic story with a diverse cast and a positive message of unity.

Eagerly anticipated 76th Annual Primetime Emmy nominations revealed July 19. Hosted by Tony Hale and Sheryl Lee Ralph, the ceremony airs live September 15 on ABC from Peacock Theater, Los Angeles. Following the 75th edition in January, delayed from its original 2023 date due to strikes, the first delay since 2001. 'Succession' and 'The Bear' each won six awards.

The 76th Emmy Awards are set for Sunday, just nine months after the last ceremony. FX's 'Shogun' leads with 25 nominations and has already won 14 Creative Arts Emmys. The show will be hosted by Eugene and Dan Levy, with 'The Bear' also expected to perform well along with the limited series 'Baby Reindeer'.

The 30th Critics Choice Awards saw Wicked, Emilia Perez, and The Substance dominating with three wins each. The surprise Best Picture win went to Anora. Emilia Perez's Zoe Saldaña and The Brutalist's Adrien Brody were highlights in acting categories. TV show Shōgun led with four awards, while Hacks and Baby Reindeer also performed well.