The Funny Joker Prank Joaquin Phoenix Pulled On His Co-Star’s Mom: ‘My Mum Screamed, Ran Away, And Woke Up My Dad’

In a lighter twist to his usually intense and immersive acting style, the Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix showcased his playful side during filming for the upcoming “Joker: Folie à Deux”. You might wonder how he managed this while working on such a serious production. However, Phoenix, who will return as Arthur Fleck in the eagerly awaited 2024 release, amused his co-stars by playing a prank that left one of his fellow “Joker” cast members’ mothers startled.

Is Lorne Michaels Retiring From Saturday Night Live? Why He’s Stopped Talking About It As The Show Gears Up For Season 50

Back in 1975, “Saturday Night Live” made its debut on NBC and turned out to be a success for the network despite initial uncertainties. Fast forward to today, after five decades, the show continues to thrive with Lorne Michaels leading the charge. As Michaels celebrates his 80th birthday, there’s been much talk about when he might retire, given statements made in 2020 suggesting the 50th season would be his last. However, as “SNL” prepares for its grand 50th anniversary celebration, Michaels clarified that retirement hasn’t been a topic of recent conversation.

Tumbbad director Rahi Anil Barve clarifies he’s not directing sequel; shares plans to continue his own trilogy in 2025

Despite facing numerous obstacles, director Rahi Anil Barve successfully brought the folk horror film “Tumbbad” to the big screen in 2018. After becoming a financial success and earning a cult following, it was hailed as one of the best films in Indian cinema. As producers Sohum Shah and Aanand L. Rai prepare to move forward with “Tumbbad 2”, the filmmaker recently shared on social media that he won’t be directing the sequel.