2025 is an exciting year for moviegoers, with a mix of superhero blockbusters, sequels, and unique adventures.
One of the most highly anticipated films is Superman, which will follow the iconic hero as he grapples with his dual heritage, blending his Kryptonian roots and human upbringing. The film promises to explore timeless themes of truth and justice in a world that questions these values.
For fans of post-apocalyptic thrillers, 28 Years Later delivers a gripping tale about survivors of the rage virus on a remote island, facing mutated horrors and shocking revelations on the mainland. Another major Marvel entry is The Fantastic Four: First Steps, which will bring the iconic superhero family back to the big screen.
How to Train Your Dragon returns with a heartwarming story of a young Viking’s unexpected bond with a dragon, while Thunderbolts offers a fresh take on a team of supervillains forced into government service.
Fans of action and suspense can look forward to Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, as well as Captain America: Brave New World, starring Sam Wilson. Other highlights include the live-action Snow White, Jurassic World Rebirth, and A Minecraft Movie, promising a journey through a fantastical, cubic world. 2025 is undoubtedly a year to watch for blockbuster entertainment.
Shiamak Davar, an ace choreographer, recently went down memory lane and shared a photo with Hollywood legend Tom Cruise. Shiamak took to Instagram to express his enthusiasm for seeing Tom Cruise in his new film.
Swati Bhat
"Working with Tom (Cruise) was a special delight. His work ethic is spectacular and it was a true honor. To choreograph one of the biggest film franchises and to represent Indian choreography on a global level has been an honor. I wish him all the best for Dead Reckoning Part One," he wrote.
Shiamak and Tom Cruise have a long history of friendship. The two met in Dubai during a three-day filming for the 2011 spy thriller Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol. Shiamak is claimed to have choreographed one of the film's most upbeat dance sequences, the sumptuous party scene.
The party scene starred Tom Cruise, Paula Patton, and Anil Kapoor, who combined the moment with his one-of-a-kind Indo-contemporary dance and Hollywood's calm filmmaking. Shiamak, meanwhile, just choreographed the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2023 Indian Premier League.
He also choreographed the inaugural Women's Premier League opening ceremony in March 2023.
The crowning of King Charles III is guaranteed to be a remarkable affair, if only for the unusual roster that will appear at a concert held in the new monarch's honour.
Tom Cruise, Winnie the Pooh, Nichole Scherzinger
The newest names to be announced for the Coronation Concert, which will take place the day after the historic ceremony in the grounds of Windsor Castle, are "Top Gun" actor Tom Cruise, Pussycat Dolls frontwoman Nicole Scherzinger, and tubby little cubby Winnie the Pooh.
It will not be the trio's first encounter with royalty, as all three have previously attended royal events. Cruise attended Princess Diana's burial in 1997, Pooh was invited to Queen Elizabeth II's 80th anniversary children's garden party at Buckingham Palace in 2006, and Scherzinger participated in a pageant for Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee last year.
It will not be the trio's first encounter with royalty, as all three have previously attended royal events. Cruise attended Princess Diana's burial in 1997, Pooh was invited to Queen Elizabeth II's 80th anniversary children's garden party at Buckingham Palace in 2006, and Scherzinger participated in a pageant for Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee last year.
For the coronation, which will commemorate King Charles' accession to the throne following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth, last year, Cruise and Pooh will appear in a series of pre-recorded VTs alongside "Dynasty" star Joan Collins, singer Tom Jones, adventurer Bear Grylls, and dancer Oti Mabuse, revealing "little-known facts about the King."
Paloma Faith, Tiwa Savage, Steve Winwood, Olly Murs, and club DJ Pete Tong have also been announced to perform at the performance. Lang Lang, a world-renowned pianist, and Lucy, a recent "The Piano" winner, will also perform at the evening. Sonam Kapoor, a Bollywood actress, will also perform a spoken word performance to introduce the Commonwealth virtual choir.
They will join previously confirmed performers such as Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. Hugh Bonneville of "Downton Abbey" will emcee the proceedings, which will be produced by BBC Studios.
"I am incredibly honoured to be a part of such a historic event," Scherzinger remarked. "The United Kingdom has been my home away from home for many years, so lending my voice through the gift of song means so much to me." The song I'll be singing is a powerful, poignant composition. And performing on the same stage as Lang Lang will be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."
"I'm delighted that even more world-class names have joined the line-up for the Coronation Concert, which will be broadcast live across the BBC," said Kate Phillips, BBC director of entertainment.
It's going to be a jam-packed evening of memorable moments for Their Majesties and everyone in the UK, set against the majestic backdrop of Windsor Castle!"
The coronation of the King will take place on Saturday, May 6. The Coronation Concert will take place on Sunday, May 7,2023.
