![Tamil actor Vijay's Leo trailer sets new record, surpasses one million likes in just 21 minutes on YouTube Tamil actor Vijay's Leo trailer sets new record, surpasses one million likes in just 21 minutes on YouTube](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/81696578447_LeoTrailer.jpg)
Tamil actor Vijay's "Leo" trailer sets new record, surpasses one million likes in just 21 minutes on YouTube
"Leo" is set to hit theatres worldwide on October 19, promising audiences an action-packed cinematic experience.
Fri Oct 06 2023
![Shah Rukh Khan's spy film sees bumper Bollywood opening despite protests Shah Rukh Khan's spy film sees bumper Bollywood opening despite protests](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/41674714035_ShahRukhKhan.jpg)
Shah Rukh Khan's spy film sees bumper Bollywood opening despite protests
The success of "Pathaan", where Khan plays a spy fighting a militant outfit opens to packed movie theatres in India.
Thu Jan 26 2023
![India's top multiplex chains bank on festive season to bring cheer back India's top multiplex chains bank on festive season to bring cheer back](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-10/81666361289_INDIA.jpg)
India's top multiplex chains bank on festive season to bring cheer back
Audiences have traditionally flocked to theatres during India's busy festival season, which culminates in the Hindu festival of lights.
Mon Oct 24 2022
![Brad Pitt action movie 'Bullet Train' speeds into theatres Brad Pitt action movie 'Bullet Train' speeds into theatres](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/51659602520_BradPitt.jpg)
Brad Pitt action movie 'Bullet Train' speeds into theatres
The movie, directed by David Leitch, was filmed while pandemic lockdowns and extensive COVID prevention protocols were still in place.
Thu Aug 04 2022
![Can Spider-Man swing to Hollywood's rescue with 'No Way Home'? Can Spider-Man swing to Hollywood's rescue with 'No Way Home'?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/81639709235_SPIDERMAN.jpg)
Can Spider-Man swing to Hollywood's rescue with 'No Way Home'?
With great power comes great responsibility and so Spider-Man is being called upon to save Hollywood and movie theatres once again.
Fri Dec 17 2021
![Rave reviews may help 'Spider-Man' deliver holiday gift to theatres Rave reviews may help 'Spider-Man' deliver holiday gift to theatres](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/81639532424_spiderman.jpg)
Rave reviews may help 'Spider-Man' deliver holiday gift to theatres
As of Tuesday afternoon, "No Way Home" had earned a 98 pct positive score from 65 reviews collected on the Rotten Tomatoes website. Supporters said the storyline would please old and new fans alike.
Wed Dec 15 2021
!['West Side Story' falls flat at box office with disappointing $10 million debut 'West Side Story' falls flat at box office with disappointing $10 million debut](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/41639371782_westsidestory.jpg)
'West Side Story' falls flat at box office with disappointing $10 million debut
It's a bad start for one of the most critically acclaimed films of the year, and one that opened exclusively in theatres.
Mon Dec 13 2021
![Cinemas re-open in Bollywood's hometown Mumbai Cinemas re-open in Bollywood's hometown Mumbai](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/81635042410_movie.jpg)
Cinemas re-open in Bollywood's hometown Mumbai
On Friday, only a few cinemas took advantage of being allowed to open, showing older pictures as well as the new James Bond and US superhero caper "Venom".
Sun Oct 24 2021
![Government urged to reopen cinemas Government urged to reopen cinemas](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-10/81602760438_Bollywood.jpg)
Government urged to reopen cinemas
M'sian film distributors and theatre owners have requested the govt to consider reopening movie theatres for fully vaccinated individuals.
Fri Aug 13 2021
!['Cinderella' musical in London won't open due to COVID rules 'Cinderella' musical in London won't open due to COVID rules](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-07/61626753079_LONDON.jpg)
'Cinderella' musical in London won't open due to COVID rules
The modern twist on "Cinderella" was a high-profile new musical following the closure of theatres for almost 18 months due to the pandemic.
Tue Jul 20 2021
![Lloyd Webber, impresarios take legal action to get UK COVID pilot data Lloyd Webber, impresarios take legal action to get UK COVID pilot data](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-06/81624596283_WEBBER.jpg)
Lloyd Webber, impresarios take legal action to get UK COVID pilot data
Britain's government had been repeatedly urged to spell out its reasons for keeping restrictions on audiences in place.
Fri Jun 25 2021
![James Bond movies to stay in theatres despite Amazon deal, producers say James Bond movies to stay in theatres despite Amazon deal, producers say](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-05/51622086536_JAMESBOND.jpg)
James Bond movies to stay in theatres despite Amazon deal, producers say
The James Bond franchise is widely considered the jewel in the crown for fabled movie studio MGM.
Thu May 27 2021
![Marvel rallies superhero fans to assemble at movie theatres Marvel rallies superhero fans to assemble at movie theatres](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-05/81620091750_CINEMA.jpg)
Marvel rallies superhero fans to assemble at movie theatres
Walt Disney Co's Marvel Studios encourages superhero fans to return to movie theatres.
Tue May 04 2021
![The eight contenders for the best picture Oscar The eight contenders for the best picture Oscar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-04/61619158217_OSCARS.jpg)
The eight contenders for the best picture Oscar
In a year that saw movie theatres boarded up due to COVID-19, eight new films are in contention for Oscar's for best picture.
Fri Apr 23 2021
![Actress strips at Cesar Awards to protest France's COVID-19 strategy Actress strips at Cesar Awards to protest France's COVID-19 strategy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-03/71615689158_FRANCE.jpg)
Actress strips at Cesar Awards to protest France's COVID-19 strategy
French actress Corinne Masiero stripped naked during an awards ceremony to protest the government's months-long closure of theatres.
Sun Mar 14 2021