Movies

Gear up for the much-awaited cinematic adaptation of the beloved musical “Wicked”! This highly anticipated blockbuster of 2024 is creating quite a buzz in pop culture circles as it’s set to grace the silver screen with its impressive ensemble cast. The “Wicked” soundtrack holds a special place in Broadway history, and if you’ve ever watched a musical, you know how catchy one tune can be, whether you want it there or not. For me, “Defying Gravity” has been permanently lodged in my memory since I got to see an early screening of “Wicked”. However, the talented actors Ethan Slater and Marissa Bode have chosen less predictable tunes, and their choices are quite commendable.

As a film enthusiast, I can’t help but get excited when I see a legend like Robert De Niro taking the reins, especially in his new Netflix thriller series, “Zero Day.” According to Variety, De Niro will grace our screens as a former U.S. President, tasked with untangling the web of mystery surrounding a cyberattack that’s left devastation in its wake across the nation. Given his vocal stance on current political matters, this role feels tailor-made for him in today’s climate.

In a thrilling twist, the actor known for films like Angel Has Fallen and 300 chooses to stand on the opposite end of the law in the intense preview for the upcoming action-packed crime drama Den of Thieves 2: Pantera. Butler reprises his role as tough detective Nick “Big Nick” O’Brien, who makes a surprising decision to abandon the L.A. County Sheriff’s Department and forsake justice, aligning himself instead with the criminals he has been pursuing across Europe.

24 Studios unveiled a passionate second preview for their upcoming movie titled “Babygirl“, featuring Academy Award-winning actress Nicole Kidman portraying Romy, a CEO engaged in a steamy romance with her younger employee Samuel, played by Harris Dickinson from the film “The Iron Claw“. The movie is helmed by director Halina Reijn, who collaborated with the studio for the 2022 comedy-thriller “Bodies Bodies Bodies“. Alongside them in “Babygirl” is Antonio Banderas. This intriguing drama will be released in cinemas on Christmas Day.

2024 marks the 30th anniversary for Nanga, and I’m thrilled to be part of their celebration! As an adventurer, I can’t wait to get my hands on their limited-edition gear designed to help us conquer the elements of nature. Throughout this year, they’ve been collaborating with notable brands and releasing special items.