Movies

As the annual holiday season approaches, people often revisit their cherished Muppets productions to embrace the festive mood. For those born in the Baby Boomer and Generation X eras, it’s either the heartwarming 1977 special “Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas” (available on Peacock), the delightful 1979 collaboration “John Denver and the Muppets: A Christmas Together,” or even the expansive Henson universe epic, “A Muppet Family Christmas” from 1987. Meanwhile, Millennials have fond memories of timeless classics like the 1992 version of “The Muppet Christmas Carol” and more diverse specials such as the 1995 television production “Mr. Willowby’s Christmas Tree,” featuring Robert Downey Jr., or the less frequently recalled 2002 Muppet movie, “It’s a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie,” which can also be found on Peacock.

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but marvel at the evolution of Alpha Industries’ MA-1 Jacket. This iconic silhouette, not just a signature for the brand, but a platform for collaboration, truly stands out. This year alone, Lee and Resident Advisor each brought their unique perspectives to the jacket. Now, it’s COMME des GARÇONS’ turn to grace the label’s staple with its distinctive design touch.

At the end of the year, Spotify is giving users their traditional “Wrapped” listening statistics as a present again. This custom started in 2016 and this time it comes with worldwide lists, highlighting the artists and tunes that shaped the cultural spirit of the year.

CBS‘ Poppa’s House is about to become even more of a Wayans family affair.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali made his impressive debut on streaming platforms in 2024 with Heeramandi: The Diamond Market. Lately, Aditi Rao Hydari, one of the main characters in the series, shared her struggles in portraying her character authentically on-screen. She revealed that the director instructed her to feel hungry before acting out scenes where she delivered passionate speeches in the show.