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Landman is just the latest in Taylor Sheridan’s long and growing list of inimitable television hits after such shows as Yellowstone, Mayor of Kingstown, Special Ops: Lioness, and Tulsa King. While Paramount+ prospers under the umbrella of their partnership with the record-making creator, Sheridan finds a niche for himself to explore all the themes that were shunned by the remainder of the industry for being too dense and heavy.

Billy Bob Thornton as Tommy Norris in Landman [Credit: Emerson Miller/Paramount+]

In his latest endeavor, Taylor Sheridan repeated a trick that made him famous on television, especially on behalf of Kelly Reilly’s arc in Yellowstone. Through arcs like Beth Dutton and Kate Macer, the filmmaker has garnered an integral and profound understanding of the female psyche in all its strengths and foibles.

Now, he does the same again with Landman‘s Ali Larter and her layered character arc of Angela Norris.

Nicole Kidman has worked with a lot of commendable talents from the entertainment industry to become one of the most top-notch actresses in all of Hollywood. But while those big names include the likes of masterminds like Stanley Kubrick and Taylor Sheridan, among others, they don’t include one of the greatest filmmakers of all time: Martin Scorsese.

Nicole Kidman. | Credits: Gage Skidmore / Cca by Sa 2.0 / Wikimedia Commons.

While that’s that, Kidman’s recent explosive comment on the respective director just may have revealed why exactly the pair haven’t collaborated yet despite being two of the most praiseworthy talents in the industry. However, as much as the actress is getting criticized over her statement, the real meaning behind it all could have a much deeper meaning.

Nicole Kidman’s Comment on Martin Scorsese Could Have a Deeper Meaning

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This Wednesday, Stephen Colbert’s desk is expected to have a distinct whiff of gunpowder and Renaissance paint. The Late Show is set to welcome actress Zoe Saldaña, gearing up for the second season of Paramount+’s Special Ops: Lioness, and documentarian Ken Burns, whose lens this time turns to Leonardo da Vinci. Saldaña, known for her […]

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Taylor Sheridan just never seems to miss, delivering some of the most epic projects of all time curated from his indisputable genius. Besides giving masterpieces like Yellowstone and its spin-off series, Tulsa King, and Mayor of Kingstown, he also created the thriller show Special Ops: Lioness, and fans just can’t seem to get enough of his work.

Taylor Sheridan in a still from season 2. | Credits: Special Ops: Lioness/Paramount+.

To say the least, Sheridan didn’t leave fans disappointed as he continues to bring yet another baffling season to the table. But, after watching him make his splash in the series as an actor in season 2, fans want to know one thing more than anything else: How on earth does he keep those muscles bulging while being overcrowded in his work at the same time?

Taylor Sheridan in Lioness S2 is Unlike Anything You’ve Seen Before

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Special Ops: Lioness is a spy action thriller drama series created by Taylor Sheridan. The Paramount+ series stars Zoe Saldana in the lead role with Nicole Kidman, Morgan Freeman, and Michael Kelly starring in supporting roles. Special Ops: Lioness follows the story of Joe, a CIA operative who leads a team that fights against terrorism. The Paramount+ series is much more than the synopsis we gave you above but to know what it is, you will have to check it out for yourself if you have already seen it and loved the thrilling action, complex story, and compelling characters here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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Zoe Saldaña might just be the reigning queen of blockbuster franchises with multiple of her films in the billion-dollar club, unless… we count her co-star Chris Pratt, who’s practically everywhere one looks! But seriously, the woman’s resume reads like a nerd’s dream from Avatar, to the MCU, to Star Trek, to the Pirates of the Caribbean.

Zoe Saldaña in Special Ops: Lioness [Credit: Paramount Network]

Now, with her latest role in Special Ops: Lioness, she’s serving up performances that are simply a chef’s kiss. Recently, she dropped the bombshell that she’s not interested in returning to the Marvel universe, and honestly, fans might just be on board with that! As long as she keeps dazzling us with projects like Special Ops, we’re more than happy to see her shine in new adventures.

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A lot of the commentary surrounding Yellowstone stems from Taylor Sheridan’s inability to set his story straight. After establishing a timeless tale about cowboys, ranchers, Native Americans, and family drama, Sheridan simply doomed his brainchild to a lackluster fate by failing to keep up his game.

Yellowstone – A still from Season 3 episode “All for Nothing” [Credit: Cam McLeod/Paramount Network]

Now, 6 years later, the cowboy drama struggles under its own overbearing weight while Taylor Sheridan returns from his excursion to Kingstown, 1883, 1923, Special Ops, Bass Reeves, and more to finally give Yellowstone the send-off it deserves.

Taylor Sheridan’s Final Vision for Yellowstone

While Taylor Sheridan was never one to drag his feet when it came to speaking his mind — be it in interviews or on script — Yellowstone gets somewhat muddied after getting caught in the politics of a studio system and the untameable ambition of the newly established, Oscar-nominated, and successful writer-director.

In the upcoming episode of “Special Ops: Lioness” titled “The Lie Is the Truth,” viewers are in for a thrilling ride. Aaliyah finds herself forming a strong bond with Cruz during a relaxing spa day, offering a glimpse into their personal lives amidst the chaos of their missions. This unexpected connection adds a layer of depth to their characters and keeps fans intrigued about what lies ahead for them.

Meanwhile, Bobby, Tex, Two Cups, Randy, and Tucker face a dangerous threat at the Safe House, putting their skills to the test as they work together to overcome the challenge. The intense action and suspense in this storyline promise to keep audiences on the edge of their seats, eager to see how the team handles the situation and if they come out victorious.

On the other hand, Kaitlyn and Joe find themselves in hot water during a debrief following the San Antonio mission.

Get ready for the thrilling premiere of “Special Ops: Lioness” airing this Sunday, July 7, 2024, at 9:00 Pm on Parsho. In Season 1, Episode 1, titled “Sacrificial Soldiers,” viewers are thrust into the intense world of Joe and her team as they face unexpected challenges during a critical mission in the field. As the operation goes awry, Joe finds herself grappling with devastating consequences that test her resolve and leadership.

Back home, Joe confronts personal turmoil within her family, adding layers of complexity to her already demanding life. Meanwhile, Cruz, another key agent, navigates a perilous situation of his own, highlighting the high-stakes nature of their work and the constant threat lurking in their world.

Amidst the chaos, Joe must make difficult decisions that could impact not only her team’s survival but also the larger mission at hand. “Special Ops: Lioness” promises gripping action, emotional depth, and compelling character dynamics that...

Sony Pictures Networks India has named Disney+ Hotstar content chief Gaurav Banerjee as its new Managing Director and CEO.

He’ll replace N.P. Singh, who recently announced he was transitioning out of the role after 25 years in senior leadership positions at Sony’s Indian division. Banerjee’s hire will become effective on or before August 26, subject to regulatory approvals.

“I am deeply honoured to take on the role of MD & CEO at Spni,” said Banerjee. “Under N.P. Singh’s remarkable leadership, Spni has achieved tremendous success and innovation in the entertainment industry. I am excited to lead talented teams as we explore new frontiers in original programming, enhance our viewers’ experiences, drive our distribution footprint across India, and significantly boost our revenues. Together, we will set new benchmarks in entertainment and deliver exceptional value to our audiences and stakeholders.”

Banerjee is among India’s most experienced content execs, and...

Sicario was, in many ways, the first film that introduced the mainstream audience to the brilliance of Taylor Sheridan as a scriptwriter. Denis Villeneuve, although present in the movie scene since the late 90s, was the only director who could have brought Sheridan’s twisted vision of complex human behavior to the screens without ruining the original story.

Emily Blunt and Daniel Kaluuya in Sicario [Credit: Lionsgate Films]Those among the fans who hadn’t been aware of Villeneuve’s existence in the form of Polytechnique (2009) or Incendies (2010) surely sat up and took notice. Soon after, Taylor Sheridan and Denis Villeneuve became part of those rare handful of writer-directors whose names increased ticket sales just as much as any A-lister would. Ultimately, Sicario launched them both into the Hollywood stratosphere.

Taylor Sheridan Speaks to the Politics in Sicario (2015)

Taylor Sheridan enjoys a degree of artistic expression and respect in the industry one could only dream of.

Exclusive: Disney+ Hotstar isn’t done with the Criminal Justice franchise just yet — in fact, it might only just be getting started.

We can reveal the streamer has ordered a fourth season of the Hindi-language series, which is from Applause Entertainment and was originally based on the 2008 BBC series of the same name.

Peter Moffat’s British show went to two seasons, but Gaurav Banerjee, Disney+ Hotstar’s Head of Content for Disney+ Hotstar and HSM Entertainment Networks, Disney Star, and his team have now taken the Indian show well beyond that point. You can watch a teaser trailer for the fourth season here.

“This is a pretty special moment because it marks five years of the Hotstar Specials journey, which launched in 2019,” he said. “Criminal Justice was our first big fiction series, and it is fantastic to see the franchise become stronger and continue to get critical acclaim and consumer love.

Nicole Kidman is not one of the highest-paid actresses in the world for no reason. With her consistently incredible work in film and television, the actress has time and again proved that she can do anything and everything, no matter the genre. Whether it’s a thriller like Destroyer or a rom-com like Just Go with It, Nicole Kidman knows just how to do justice to her roles.

Nicole Kidman in Just Go with It (2011)

She has also worked as a producer on many projects including Taylor Sheridan’s spy thriller, Special Ops: Lioness. The television series stars Zoe Saldaña in the lead role as Joe, a CIA officer in charge of the Lioness program. Nicole Kidman also has a supporting, yet pivotal role in the series, which was custom-made by Taylor Sheridan himself just so he could get the actress to come in front of the cameras for the show.

Do the ends always justify the means in the first season of the Special Ops: Lioness TV show on Paramount+? As we all know, the Nielsen ratings typically play a big role in determining whether a TV show like Special Ops: Lioness is cancelled or renewed for season two. Paramount+ and other streaming platforms, however, collect their own data. If you've been watching this TV series, we'd love to know how you feel about the first season episodes of Special Ops: Lioness here. *Status Update Below.

A Paramount+ spy thriller series, the Special Ops: Lioness TV show stars Zoe Saldaña, Laysla De Oliveira, Dave Annable, Jill Wagner, Lamonica Garrett, James Jordan, Austin Hébert, Jonah Wharton, Stephanie Nur, Hannah Love Lanier, Nicole Kidman, and Morgan Freeman, with Michael Kelly, Martin Donovan, and Michael Tow. The story is loosely based on an...

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"In war, if you ain’t cheatin', you ain't tryin'." Can this new show from Taylor Sheridan cheat death? Has the Special Ops: Lioness TV show been cancelled or renewed for a second season on Paramount+? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of Special Ops: Lioness, season two. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?

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A spy thriller series streaming on the Paramount+ subscription service, the Special Ops: Lioness TV show stars Zoe Saldaña, Laysla De Oliveira, Dave Annable, Jill Wagner, Lamonica Garrett, James Jordan, Austin Hébert, Jonah Wharton, Stephanie Nur, Hannah Love Lanier, Nicole Kidman, and Morgan Freeman, with Michael Kelly, Martin Donovan, and Michael Tow.

Taylor Sheridan has become a prolific producer, developing a slate of popular shows for Paramount+, following the success of his Yellowstone universe shows. Sheridan is showing no signs of slowing down, as he has already set up his next project at the streaming service, with an intriguing premise and star-studded cast.

Taylor Sheridan has set his next project at Paramount+ (Image via Yellowstone | YouTube)

According to a recent report, Ant-Man star Michael Peña has also been added to the already star-studded lineup of actors who will feature in Sheridan’s latest series. As a result, fans eagerly waiting for the new project must be curious to learn who else is in the cast and what the show is about. Here is everything you need to know regarding Taylor Sheridan’s next project.

Ant-Man Star Michael Peña Joins the Cast of Taylor Sheridan’s Next Project

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Actors on set sometimes face unexpected situations, and for Zoe Saldaña, one such surprise came during filming for the 2010 comedy Death at a Funeral.

Zoe Saldaña as Joe in a still from Special Ops: Lioness

In the black comedy film, the actress shared the screen with James Marsden. This film revolved around a dysfunctional family gathering to bury a family member. Saldaña and Marsden played the roles of a couple who were planning to get married.

James Marsden’s Unexpected Move Almost Led Zoe Saldaña to Punch Him Zoe Saldaña and James Marsden in Death at a Funeral

Zoe Saldaña, known for her roles in action-packed films like Avatar and Guardians of the Galaxy, shared a funny story about a scene with James Marsden on the set of Death at a Funeral.

In the film, Saldaña’s character (Elaine) was engaged to be married to Marsden’s character (Oscar...

The cast for the Billy Bob Thornton-led Landman from Taylor Sheridan on Paramount+ just added another heavy hitter to the cast.

Jon Hamm, who has been having a TV reawakening with roles on The Morning Show and Fargo and voice work on Grimsburg, has just joined the series in a recurring guest-starring role.

If you're a fan of Sheridan's productions, you know that might mean Hamm is on screen a lot or very little. Only time will tell.

Hamm's nuanced portrayal of adman Dan Draper on Mad Men put him at the top of everyone's list to work with, and he's reaping the rewards with roles that challenge his skills without pigeonholing the actor's talent.

When his name is added to a show, people pay attention, and his addition is an asset for an already stellar cast on Landman.

Hamm will play Monty Miller, a titan of the...

Taylor Sheridan’s next drama series Landman has cast Demi Moore in a starring role.

,The Ghost and A Few Good Men actress will be a series regular along with previously announced star Billy Bob Thornton.

Moore will play Cami, “wife to one of the most powerful oil men in Texas and a friend of Tommy Norris (Thornton).”

She joins the growing list of veteran film stars who had major hits in the 1980s and ’90s who have signed on to Sheridan shows (such as Harrison Ford, Kevin Costner, Helen Mirren, Sylvester Stallone and Nicole Kidman). Moore is currently also appearing in FX/Hulu anthology series Feud: Capote vs. The Swans.

Paramount+’s official description for Landman reads: “Set in the proverbial boomtowns of West Texas, Landman is a modern-day tale of fortune-seeking in the world of oil rigs. Based on the notable 11-part podcast Boomtown, the series is an...

Another Taylor Sheridan drama series is getting underway.

Paramount+ announced that Landman has started production and revealed a more detailed description of the show and its cast.

Landman stars Oscar winner Billy Bob Thornton. The official description reads: “Set in the proverbial boomtowns of West Texas, Landman is a modern-day tale of fortune-seeking in the world of oil rigs. Based on the notable 11-part podcast Boomtown, the series is an upstairs/downstairs story of roughnecks and wildcat billionaires fueling a boom so big, it’s reshaping our climate, our economy and our geopolitics.” The drama is co-created by Oscar nominee Taylor Sheridan and Christian Wallace.

Thornton briefly appeared as another character in Sheridan’s 1883, and the cast has some other returning actors from the Sheridan-verse. The series stars Ali Larter (The Last Victim), Michelle Randolph (1923), Jacob Lofland (Joker 2), Kayla Wallace (When Calls the Heart), James Jordan (Yellowstone), Mark Collie (Nashville...

Indian streamer Disney+ Hotstar is planning a major push into animation content for adults.

The push follows the success of Graphic India’s 3D animation “The Legend of Hanuman,” the third season of which debuted earlier this month to a critical and audience reception that the streamer is happy with. The series is derived from ancient Indian mythological epic “The Ramayana.”

“There are so many stories around around ‘The Ramayana’ that are remaining to be told. We feel that this is a franchise, which has lots of storytelling left, and we want to really scale up and build this world in an exciting manner,” Gaurav Banerjee, head, content, Disney+ Hotstar and HSM (Hindi-language speaking markets) Entertainment Network at broadcaster Disney Star, told Variety.

Disney+ Hotstar is teaming with Graphic India again for another adult animation series, which will be unveiled within the next six months, but it is coy about specific details at the moment.

Following the success of chaotic cowboy drama Yellowstone, co-creator Taylor Sheridan has been given an entire book of blank checks, and has cashed as many as he could manage in just five years. While his involvement in these TV projects wavers, sometimes drastically, his brand has always been on point.

With over half a dozen shows now within the House of Sheridan, let’s take a look at how each program measures up against the rest of the catalog.

7. Lawmen: Bass Reeves

The story of real life American folk legend Bass Reeves (David Oyelowo) was originally supposed to be a larger cog in the Yellowstone prequel machine, but as it continued to evolve, it became its own standalone project, which works both for and against the show. Part of the charm of the Yellowstone prequels for any Sheridan fan is getting to search for connections between the different generations of the Dutton family.

Mumbai, Dec 19 (Ians) Actress Saiyami Kher underwent intensive mixed martial arts training for her upcoming role in the third season of ‘Special Ops’, where she will be seen as an undercover agent.

The demands of her role prompted Saiyami to fully immerse herself in a rigorous training regimen, which includes a comprehensive mix of disciplines, ranging from kickboxing to hand-to-hand combat.

Saiyami said: “I always love shooting for an action project. I have gone through Mma training for my film with Nagarjuna sir I did a 2 years ago. It’s always special coming back to Special Ops. It’s a show that recieved a lot of love when the first season came out.”

She promises it gets bigger and better this time around.

The actress concluded: “We have a great set of action directors on board. I really hope this gets me a full fledged action role soon.”

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Disney+ Hotstar, the leading streaming platform in India, is all set to launch its second Malayalam web series after the success of Kerala Crime Files. The new web series, titled Pharma, will feature Nivin Pauly, Sruthi Ramachandran, Rajit Kapur, Veena Nandakumar, and Narain in pivotal roles.

The series is directed by PR Arun, who helmed the critically acclaimed film Finals, and produced by Krishnan Sethukumar, who has backed films like Unda, Ivide, and James And Alice.

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According to reports, The series promises to be a potent mix of drama, suspense, and action that will keep the viewers hooked till the end. The series also boasts of a talented technical crew that includes cinematographer Abhinandan Ramanujam, music composer Jakes Bejoy, and editor Sreejith Sarang.

Pharma will be released on Disney+ Hotstar as part of its Hotstar Specials banner. The release date and trailer of the series are yet to be announced.

SkyShowtime, the European streaming home to releases from Paramount and Universal, has revealed its upcoming film and TV slate through the rest of the year, including “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” and “Poker Face.”

Just one year since the streaming service’s launch in the Nordics and six months since its rollout in 20 more European markets, SkyShowtime is on track to have 50% of this year’s box office on the platform.

“Less than a year since our launch, SkyShowtime boasts an impressive line-up of amazing content,” SkyShowtime CEO Monty Sarhan said in a statement. “From the latest Hollywood hits and exclusive global series to our local originals, SkyShowtime offers subscribers across Europe an incredible selection of the world’s best entertainment. And with even more spectacular content to come in 2024, SkyShowtime will continue to deliver great entertainment at a great price.”

SkyShowtime is currently available in Albania, Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina,...

Laysla de Oliveira stars as Cruz Manuelos in Paramount’s Special Ops: Lioness, where she plays an undercover agent as part of the task she’s assigned as a marine. As luck would have it, Cruz falls in love with the woman she’s about to betray, and that’s what makes her story so painful. After being misunderstood, hurt, and humiliated her whole life, the first time she’s treated with kindness, her mission dictates that she betray the person who showered her with all the love. Here’s a detailed look into the character of Cruz in Special Ops: Lioness.

The first time we met Cruz, she was barely surviving in a toxic relationship, where a slap across the face and insults were all she received from her boyfriend. However, having been slapped one too many times, Cruz, a lanky and bony young woman, woke up one...

Paramount’s all-woman cast of Special Ops: Lioness released its season 1 finale today, and it’s just as much gunfire and bloodbath as one can expect from such an episode. In the penultimate episode, Cruz took off in a plane to fly to Mallorca, Spain, where Aaliyah’s wedding ceremony will be hosted. In the finale, Cruz has her plates full with the task of eliminating Amrohi or altering Joe’s whereabouts. Here’s everything that happens in Special Ops: Lioness season 1 finale.

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What’s Cruz’s Mission?

Special Ops: Lioness begins with Joe training Cruz on how to hit the panic signal, aka a device in her necklace to activate when she needs to be extracted. Upon arriving on the transit, from where they shall fly to Mallorca, Cruz meets Kyle and another woman who are shadowing her until she’s escorted away by Amrohi’s men.

Neeraj Pandey created a stamp of his type of storytelling right from his debut ‘A Wednesday’. Going by his repertoire, titles like Special 26, Baby, Rustom, Naam Shabana, Aiyaary, Special Ops, Khakee: The Bihar Chapter, people who binge on thrillers would not think twice to binge watch ‘The Freelancer’. The action-thriller series is based on the bestselling 2017 book ‘A Ticket to Syria’ by Shirish Thorat.

The Freelancer Plot

‘The Freelancer’ is set in an hostile climate set apart by misdirection and treachery. It follows the rescue operation of a young girl Aliya, held against her will in war-torn Syria. It is her journey as she endeavours to escape from challenging conditions.

The story begins with Aliya (Kashmira Pardeshi) running in the bylanes of Syria, trying to escape, but gets hit by a car. The story takes the audience back and forth in time to set the premise. Who is Aliya,...

The newest episode of Paramount’s Special Ops: Lioness shows Cruz unfurling a new level of vulnerability with her newest friend, Aaliyah. In the previous episode, Cruz had eliminated a group of six terrorists with Joe’s team, and now she was traveling to Aaliyah’s place for a weekend trip. The episode gives a deeper look into Cruz’s mental state as well as the heartless world that she has to operate in. Here’s everything that happens in the sixth episode of Special Ops: Lioness.

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What Surprise Does Aaliyah Have For Cruz?

Special Ops: Lioness Episode 6 opens with Cruz driving down to Hampton on Long Island, as Aaliyah asks her to hurry over because she has a surprise waiting for ‘Zara,’ Cruz’s pseudonym. Cruz finds out through the surveillance cameras that Aaliyah has planned an entire spa session for her friend. She’s surprised...

Abhishek Bachchan (“Dasvi”) and Saiyami Kher (“Faadu”) headline “Ghoomer,” a cricket and disability-themed film from R. Balki (“Chup”).

The film follows Anina (Kher), a young batting prodigy who loses her right hand in an accident. An unsympathetic, failed, alcoholic cricketer Paddy (Bachchan) gives her new hope and trains her as a spin bowler with unconventional techniques, inventing a new style of bowling called ghoomer, with the ultimate goal of playing for India. The title is a play on a form of Indian dance that involves twirling the body.

The film also has real-life trans woman Ivanka Das playing Paddy’s house help and adopted sister, veteran Shabana Azmi in a significant role, India’s leading film archivist Shivendra Singh Dungarpur making his acting debut in a pivotal part and Indian cinema legend Amitabh Bachchan playing himself. Murali Kartik who played cricket for the Indian national team for several years, was...

Amidst the echoes of freedom and the heartbeat of a nation, Independence Day emerges as a time of reflection and celebration. And what better way to honor the spirit of this day than by delving into a collection of web series that stir the soul and ignite the flames of patriotism.

These are not just stories; they are emotional journeys that take us back to the sacrifices, the struggles, and the unyielding love for our homeland.

As the sky adorns itself with the colors of freedom, grab a tissue box, because we are about to embark on a rollercoaster of emotions with these gripping web series that resonate with the essence of India’s Independence Day.

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‘The Family Man’, a spy thriller series revolves around Srikant Tiwari (Manoj Bajpayee), who works for the National Investigation Agency. He must juggle his secret role as an intelligence officer,...

Dogs are not only man’s best friend, but also loyal allies in times of war. They have been trained to perform various tasks, such as scouting, tracking, guarding, detecting explosives, or delivering messages. They have also saved countless lives and earned many honors for their bravery and devotion.

Some of these war dogs have become legends, such as Stubby, who served in World War I and was awarded several medals; Chips, who attacked an enemy machine gun nest in World War II and received a Silver Star; or Max, who starred in a 2015 film about a dog who helped US Marines in Afghanistan.

Now, a new film inspired by true events will tell the story of another war dog who made history. The film is titled Tutti Frutti, and it follows the adventures of a stray dog who is adopted by an Indian Army unit during the 1971 Indo-Pakistani War.

Everything Taylor Sheridan touches, with the notable exception of the last season of “Yellowstone,” seems to turn to gold these days. New ratings data indicates that Paramount+ has a bona fide hit on its hands with “Special Ops: Lioness,” the latest series created by Sheridan to appear on the service.

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Deadline reports that the show is now the most-watched global premiere in the history of Paramount+, knocking the “Halo” series out of the top spot. Paramount Global says that after three days, the first episode of the show had pulled in 6 million views on both Paramount+ and the linear Paramount Network.

Up against new releases like “Justified: City Primeval” and the Netflix series “Quarterback,” “Special Ops: Lioness” more than held its own. Data from Parrot Analytics reveals the show generated 20.4 times the demand...

Taylor Sheridan has given fans their first full look at his new project, Special Ops: Lioness. This thrilling series draws fans into a world of covert operations, suspense, and an impressive ensemble cast, led by Nicole Kidman and Zoe Saldaña.

From initial trailer insights to fascinating casting choices, here’s a breakdown of everything you need to know about Sheridan’s latest project.

Taylor Sheridan | Presley Ann/Getty Images Taylor Sheridan releases first trailer for ‘Special Ops: Lioness’

Sheridan recently released the first full trailer for Special Ops: Lioness. The preview showcased Sheridan’s range and suggested that Lioness could share a thematic style to Sicario, a project in which he served as a scriptwriter.

According to Hollywood Reporter, the trailer gave fans their first inaugural glance at Nicole Kidman as she embodies the character Kaitlyn Meade.

“You up for playing outside the lines?” is Kidman’s provocative question to...

The red carpet premiere of Paramount+ series Special Ops: Lioness is not moving forward due to the SAG-AFTRA strike.

“In light of today’s news of an official SAG strike, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the red carpet premiere of Special Ops: Lioness, planned for Tuesday, July 18,” read a statement from the streamer.

“We recognize this is disappointing news and apologize for any inconvenience it causes,” the statement added, “We are very excited to celebrate the series and can’t wait for it to debut to Paramount+ audiences on July 23rd.”

Created by Taylor Sheridan, the series stars Zoe Saldana as Joe as she attempts to balance her personal and professional life as the tip of the spear in the CIA’s war on terror. She enlists Cruz (Laysla De Oliveira), a Marine Raider, as an undercover operative in the Lioness Program. Nicole Kidman, Michael Kelly...

Taylor Sheridan is a force to be reckoned with. The acclaimed writer/creator/director has been able to get a laundry list of impressive actors involved with every one of his projects. The list has included Benicio Del Toro, Josh Brolin, Emily Blunt, Jeff Bridges, Chris Pine, Angelina Jolie, Jeremy Renner, Elizabeth Olsen, Kevin Costner, Harrison Ford, Helen Mirren, Sam Elliott and Sylvester Stallone. And that’s just to name a few. Sheridan’s new series for Paramount+, Special Ops: Lioness, employs the likes of Zoe Saldaña, Morgan Freeman, Nicole Kidman, Laysla De Oliveira and Michael Kelly. The new Sheridan drama is produced by MTV Entertainment Studios and 101 Studios for Paramount+.

The new trailer for the series that begins later this month has just been unveiled.

The official synopsis from Paramount+ reads,

Special Ops: Lioness, inspired by an actual US Military program, follows the life of Joe (Saldaña) while...

Known for his remarkable performances in the geo-political genre with films like Madras Cafe, Parmanu & Batla House, John Abraham braces up to play “The Diplomat”, based on a true story that shook the nation.

Playing a high ranking government official, “The Diplomat” takes you on a roller coaster ride & an edge of the seat drama that promises to grip your senses till the very end. This high-octane film is set to captivate audiences on 11th January 2024.

“The Diplomat” is helmed by acclaimed director Shivam Nair, known for his exceptional work in films like “Naam Shabana” and much-acclaimed captivating web-series’ like “Special Ops” and “Mukhbir”. The film’s screenplay is penned by the talented Ritesh Shah.

Get ready for an exhilarating drama that will leave you spellbound.

The film is produced by T-Series, Bhushan Kumar & Krishan Kumar; John Abraham of Ja Entertainment; Vipul D Shah, Ashwin Varde and Rajesh Bahl of...

Paramount+ has set a premiere date and released the first trailer for its espionage thriller Special Ops: Lioness, where Zoe Saldaña leads a mission in the CIA’s war on terror, only to see the special operation go badly off course behind enemy lines.

“So we’re just going to pretend a CIA quick reaction force did not execute a kill mission in front of CBS News,” a mission commander played by Morgan Freeman says during the trailer for the drama from Yellowstone-verse creator Taylor Sheridan, which Paramount+ will release globally on July 23.

Saldaña, playing Joe as she attempts to balance her personal and professional life as a CIA agent, joins up with aggressive Marine Raider Cruz (Laysla De Oliveira) to befriend the daughter of a terrorist group head to bring down the organization from within.

The teaser trailer soon has the secret mission fail, with Joe and Cruz...

A-lister Manoj Bajpayee, one of the few Indian actors who scores critical acclaim and commercial success in equal measure, has notched up another triumph with ZEE5 Global film “Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai.” The film is the most viewed original on the service in the last one year.

Directed by Apoorv Singh Karki (Prime Video series “Flames”) and written by Deepak Kingrani (Disney+ Hotstar series “Special Ops”), the film is a courtroom drama based on the real-life case of a once-revered and powerful Indian religious leader who is currently serving a life term in jail for the rape of an underage girl. Bajpayee plays the prosecuting lawyer who is pitted against a phalanx of celebrity lawyers.

“Usually what happens is that, you spend some time with the real person. Somewhere, I realized it’s a two-hour film, you have to have your own preparation away from the real guy, who...

Germany, Australia, Latin America among regions sold.

Highland Film Group has released the first look image and announced territory sales on the action thriller Gunner starring Morgan Freeman and Luke Hemsworth, which recently wrapped production in Alabama.

Dimitri Logothetis directed the film from a script by The Fast And The Furious franchise creator Gary Scott Thompson.

Hemsworth plays the title role of Special Ops veteran Lee Gunner, who takes his sons on a family fishing trip and must rescue them after they stumble upon a drug running operation and get kidnapped by the son of a jailed kingpin (Freeman).

Deals...

Veteran Indian actor Anupam Kher will headline made-for-streaming film “Vijay 69” from leading Indian studio Yash Raj Films’ streaming production arm Yrf Entertainment.

“Vijay 69” will tell the story of a man, played by Kher, who decides to compete in a triathlon contest at the age of 69. It will be directed by Akshay Roy, who has previously directed “Meri Pyaari Bindu” for Yash Raj Films and who previously worked as an assistant director on Mira Nair’s “The Namesake,” Aamir Khan’s “Taare Zameen Par” and Deepa Mehta’s “Water.”

It is being produced by Maneesh Sharma, who previously directed “Band Baaja Baaraat” and produced “Dum Laga Ke Haisha” and “Sui Dhaaga: Made In India,” all for Yash Raj Films. Sharma is currently directing “Tiger 3,” the next film in Yash Raj Films’ spy universe, starring Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif.

“Vijay 69” is the third project from Yrf Entertainment. The first is “The Railway Men,...

From being a supermodel to an established film actor, to now making his entry in theatre, Muzamil Ibrahim enjoys wearing many hats. Surprising his fans with this Ila Aruna and Kk Raina’s production stage production ‘Baby Blues’, he is happy to have explored this side of himself and that too at the prestigious Prithvi Theatre. He plays the role of a man, who juggles the roles of a dutiful husband and father in the play. The actor, who has starred in popular films like Dhoka, Horn ‘Ok’ Pleassss, Will you Marry Me, and the web series Special Ops, talks about his new journey.

“I am extremely excited. Not many actors in India will do theatre once they have done movies or been a part of a big series, which I feel is redundant. Performing at Prithvi had been a dream I nurtured ever since I became an actor, and...

Actor Karan Tacker, who surprised fans and followers with his realistic look as the earnest police officer Amit Lodha in Neeraj Pandey’s upcoming cop-drama ‘Khakee: The Bihar Chapter’, said that he gave up weight training and switched to yoga to get the desired look.

Undergoing an evident physical transformation, the dedicated actor has now revealed the procedure he followed to achieve a more believable transformation.

Acing the part of a super-cop in the early 2000s Bihar, Karan Tacker gained around six-seven kgs to attain a slightly healthier and realistic physique for the character.

Revealing details of the transformation, Karan Tacker shared: “In general, I am a fitness freak. However, for this role, I didn’t want to look the dashboard abs, toned muscles kind-of fit guy. I wanted to look as regular as possible. For that, I stopped doing my general weight training and switched to yoga.

“The idea...

Special Ops 1.5(Disney + Hotstar, 4 Episodes)

Starring K K Menon, Aftab Shivdasani, Vinay Pathak, Adil Khan

Directed by Neeraj Pathak, Shivum Nair

Strong stuff, this. The writing is skilful if not completely convincing. The plot takes us to a number of foreign countries and the action sequences in Ukraine are first-rate.

Hats off to Neeraj Pandey and his co-director Shivum Nair for respecting the audiences’ intelligence. This is an intelligent nosedive into the world of Intelligence. Special Ops 1.5 neither underestimates our proclivity to grasp the unspoken, nor does it spoonfeed us with surplus information.

What we see is not what we get. Not quite. There are invisible layers of deception in the espionage drama as we are taken into a backstory to find out what made the Raw agent Himmat Singh what he is. It’s a stroke of luck for Himmat Singh that he is played by the ever-reliable K K Menon.

MGM is in talks to acquire package “Combat School,” which has Jake Gyllenhaal attached to star with “Extraction” director Sam Hargrave attached to direct, according to an individual with knowledge of the deal.

“Combat School” tells the true story of the late Medal of Honor recipient John Chapman, and Special Ops Combat Controller, and his heroic one-man stand during the Afghan War, as he sacrificed his life to save the lives of twenty-three comrades-in-arms. The project is based on the New York Times bestseller “Alone at Dawn” by Dan Schilling and Lori Chapman Longfritz. Gyllenhaal would star as Chapman and is executive producing the project as well. Hargrave’s long-time collaborator Shelby Malone will associate produce.

The Hideaway Entertainment will co-finance “Combat School” with Hideaway CEO Jonathan Gray, president Matthew Rhodes and VP Kristy Grisham producing. The Hideaway executive Ryan Cassells will executive produce as well. Rhode previously collaborated with...

Today marks the first anniversary of one of the most successful web series from Neeraj Pandey. Special Ops, the Neeraj Pandey directorial proved to be one of the most thrilling shows of 2020. The director, who is known for the finest espionage and spy thrillers, brought to us yet another successful story in form of Special Ops.

Neeraj Pandey’s Special Ops celebrates its first anniversary with these exclusive BTS stills. Check them out!

What's more, the team is now filming Special Ops 1.5, a part of the Special Ops Universe. With 1.5, Friday Filmworks, Neeraj Pandey and Shital Bhati have introduced a completely new concept, unique to the Indian audiences.

The web series stands apart for several reasons. It's shot in multiple and unconventional international locations with mega budget. It is few of the rare espionage thrillers originating from a real-life event in India.

The element that takes the series notched higher is Neeraj Pandey's direction.

Filmmaker Neeraj Pandey has decided to take forward the Special Ops franchise by exploring stories of the different characters we saw in the first season, rather than follow up the story with another season, because he was looking for something unconventional.

The Special Ops franchise will be in multi-series format, he informs, with actor Kay Kay Menon returning as agent Himmat Singh in Special Ops 1.5.

"The route that we have taken with Special Ops is that it will be a franchise. But rather than, going into the typical season two format, or season three format, (we thought) let's do something more exciting, which is how the idea of Special Ops 1.5 came about, where we go back in time. We go to the year 2001," Pandey told Ians.

Special Ops 1.5 is set "in the aftermath of Parliament attacks", Pandey informs, adding that the story explores "what happened in the next few months with Himmat Singh,...

Indian streaming major Disney+ Hotstar has put the wheels in motion on major new project Special Ops Universe, a multi-series spin-off format of its recent espionage thriller Special Ops. Created by Neeraj Pandey, the project will span numerous incarnations, including Special Ops season 1.5: The Himmat Story, which will tell the back story of Kay Kay Menon’s character Himmat Singh. Like Special Ops, the show will be shot across multiple international locations. “Within weeks of its launch, Special Ops emerged as one of the biggest shows of 2020,” said Sunil Rayan, President of Disney+ Hotstar. “We’re excited to venture in this nonlinear format of storytelling that brings alive an entire universe; where stories and different characters can simultaneously co-exist. The scale at which this is being conceived is enormous and speaks of our passion for creating world-class entertainment for our audiences.”

Leading Nordic distributor Nordisk Film has signed a...

Following the resounding success of espionage thriller Special Ops, Hotstar Specials is set to ring in a new form of storytelling with the launch of 'Special Ops Universe', created and conceptualized by film-maker Neeraj Pandey and Friday Storytellers.

For the first time in India, multiple characters, stories and seasons will co-exist within a universe in a multi-series format; giving audiences a new way to enjoy thriller and action series. Loved by millions for his portrayal of Himmat Singh, Kay Kay Menon, now returns to tell his backstory in Special Ops season 1.5: The Himmat Story - a new series that forms a pivotal part of the universe.

Special Ops season 1.5: The Himmat Story goes back in time to 2001 and explores the formative years of Himmat Singh as a Raw agent. How he uses his wits and intelligence for a different operation. While the show is slated to launch later this year,...

Failure, competition and the pressure of staying relevant perennially looms on actors in Bollywood. Some can cope with it and some cannot. Those who cannot, often quit and opt for a different path in another fields.

The author has jotted out a few names, who courted the limelight for a while but could not continue their journey in the world of glitz and sparkle called Bollywood.

Imran Khan

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan's nephew Imran Khan has quit Bollywood as an actor. He broke the news earlier this month. Imran made his debut in Hindi film industry in 2008 with the hit film "Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na". However, most of what followed was forgettable fare as "Luck", "Kidnap", "I Hate Luv Story" and "Break Ke Baad". There was "Delhi Belly" in 2011, but that was an odd success, clearly not enough. Imran's last big screen outing was in 2015 with Kangana Ranaut...