Adarsh Gourav, who rose to prominence after headlining Netflix’s globally successful film The White Tiger (2021) alongside Priyanka Chopra and Rajkummar Rao, is currently busy filming his major Hollywood project Extrapolation in the US.
The actor stars alongside Meryl Streep, David Schwimmer, and Kit Harington in the upcoming anthology series, which explores how the changes to the planet will impact love, relationships, and work both on a personal level and at a larger human level.
Gourav is on cloud nine working with director Scott Z Burns and the cast members. “I have got to be the luckiest kid right now. I mean, can you believe who I am working with? Man, I am back to school if you may please. I am always on my toes, hungry to pick up traits and tricks from my director and the crew at large. Scott is such a celebrated name. He has written some of the biggest hits of all times; Bourne Ultimatum, Contagion, etc. He has etched the character of Hank Moody in the audiences' minds forever. He is a genius. There is just so much to learn from him. Also, the technical finesse is just mind-blowing,” he shares.
The actor goes on to add that he is constantly learning and evolving on the set of Extrapolation. “I am constantly learning and evolving on the set. No drama school in the world can match up for the experience I am having right now. I could not have asked for more. I am making the most of my stint here, and I know it will only help me grow as an actor,” he concludes.
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Adolescence star Owen Cooper becomes the youngest-ever nominee for Supporting Actor at the Emmys.
The 15-year-old is nominated for his role as Jamie Miller, a teen murder suspect in the Netflix drama.
The series has bagged 13 nominations, including Best Limited Series, Best Actor (Stephen Graham), and Best Writing.
Cooper competes against his co-star Ashley Walters; actresses Erin Doherty and Christine Tremarco are also nominated.
British teenager Owen Cooper has created a major moment in Emmy Awards history, earning a nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or TV Movie for his role in Netflix’s hit series Adolescence. At just 15 years old, Cooper is now the youngest male actor ever to be nominated in the category, and if he wins, he will be the youngest male acting Emmy winner of all time.
The dark four-part limited series, released in March 2025, struck a chord globally with its unflinching look at violence, masculinity, and online radicalisation. Cooper plays Jamie Miller, a 13-year-old boy accused of murdering a classmate. The performance has drawn widespread acclaim, with critics praising the young actor’s emotional range and delivery.
Owen Cooper in a tense scene as Jamie Miller in Netflix's Adolescence Instagram/owencoooper
Adolescence on Netflix becomes a critical and awards season heavyweight
Since its premiere, Adolescence has become Netflix’s second most-watched show globally, behind only Wednesday, racking up over 540 million viewing hours. It also holds the distinction of being the most-watched UK series on the platform.
Filmed in four continuous single-take episodes, the show follows Jamie's arrest and interrogation in chilling detail. Stephen Graham, who plays Jamie’s father Eddie, also received an Emmy nomination for Best Actor. Ashley Walters, as the lead detective, earned a supporting actor nod, while Christine Tremarco and Erin Doherty were recognised in the supporting actress category. Creator Jack Thorne received a Best Writing nomination, while the show is in contention for Best Limited Series.
Owen Cooper's rise: from breakout role to Emmy contender
For Cooper, Adolescence was not just his breakout role but also his first screen acting job. Speaking in an interview, the teenager admitted that the scale of the show’s impact is “still sinking in.” During the filming of Wuthering Heights earlier this year, in which he plays young Heathcliff, his castmates, including Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie, teased him about his newfound stardom. “They were sick of seeing me on TV,” he joked.
Cooper’s third episode in Adolescence, where Jamie is psychologically assessed, has been singled out for its intensity. His unscripted line “Look at me now!” during an emotional confrontation with Erin Doherty’s character was improvised, a moment that underlines how naturally he inhabits the role.
A powerful performance that sparked wider conversations
Beyond the accolades, Adolescence has generated conversations around the influence of the online “manosphere” on teenage boys. Jamie’s character is depicted as vulnerable to digital spaces that amplify rage and misogyny. “He could have been more protected,” Cooper said, reflecting on his character’s descent. “He’s speaking to the wrong people online, which his family obviously has no idea about.”
The show’s impact has gone beyond viewership numbers. It has prompted real-world discussions about parental vigilance, mental health, and the dangers of online radicalisation among youth, themes that make Cooper’s nomination even more significant.
Despite the whirlwind year, Cooper remains grounded. He says school has been “perfectly fine” and that his friends treat him the same. “They just know me for me,” he said. With his Emmy nomination setting a new record, Cooper now embarks on what is likely to be an intense awards season. Yet, he seems focused more on the work than the buzz.
Owen Cooper breaks Emmy record at 15 for Netflix drama ‘Adolescence’Getty Images
“I’d hope and wish that I’d be doing this for the rest of my life,” he said. While he humbly shrugs off comparisons to Robert De Niro, made by his co-star Stephen Graham, it’s clear that Owen Cooper is not just a passing phenomenon but a rising talent to watch.
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Adam Scott and Britt Lower return in Severance as Emmy veterans, while Kathy Bates (Matlock) and Harrison Ford (Shrinking) break records with historic nominations
Severance earns 27 nominations, the highest this year, including Best Drama Series
The Penguin and The Studio follow closely with 24 and 23 nominations respectively
Kathy Bates becomes the oldest nominee for Lead Actress in a Drama at age 77
First‑time acting nominations go to Harrison Ford and Martin Scorsese
The 77th Emmy Awards will air on 14 September on CBS, hosted by Nate Bargatze
The 2025 Emmy Awards nominations have been unveiled, with Severance reclaiming the spotlight by scoring 27 nods, the most for any series this year. The Apple TV+ workplace thriller returns after a one‑year hiatus, dominating major categories, including Best Drama Series, Best Lead Actor (Adam Scott) and Best Lead Actress (Britt Lower).
Joining Severance at the top are two other high‑profile contenders: HBO’s The Penguin, a gritty Batman spin‑off with 24 nominations, and The Studio, Seth Rogen’s Hollywood satire, with 23, tying the record for most comedy nominations in a debut season. The White Lotus matched this feat, continuing its awards momentum with strong supporting‑category performances.
Harrison Ford, Kathy Bates and Owen Cooper break Emmy records
This year’s nominations were a mix of expected favourites and surprising firsts. Harrison Ford earned his first-ever Emmy nod for Shrinking (Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series). Meanwhile, Kathy Bates made history as the oldest Lead Actress in a Drama nominee at 77 for Matlock, surpassing Angela Lansbury’s record.
At the opposite end of the age spectrum, 15‑year‑old Owen Cooper became the youngest-ever nominee (Supporting Actor in a Limited Series) for his role in Adolescence, Netflix’s breakout hit with 13 nominations.
Apple TV+ and HBO take lead while Netflix lags behind
Apple TV+ emerged as a dominant force this year, with Severance and The Studio placing the platform ahead of its competitors in total nominations. HBO also impressed with The White Lotus, The Penguin and The Last of Us (16 nominations).
Netflix, despite its massive global subscriber base, had a relatively quieter year. Adolescence was its top‑performing title, drawing acclaim for its performances and direction, but it did not match the nominations of its Apple TV+ or HBO counterparts.
Comedy category sees fresh faces and returning favourites
The Best Comedy Series race pits The Studio, Hacks and The Bear against each other. Jean Smart (Hacks), Ayo Edebiri (The Bear), Kristen Bell (Nobody Wants This) and Uzo Aduba (The Residence) earned acting nods.
Seth Rogen stands out with nominations for writing, directing and acting in The Studio. Meanwhile, Shrinking, Abbott Elementary and Only Murders in the Building also received nominations across performance and production categories.
Limited series category shakes things up with Black Mirror and The Penguin
This year’s limited series contenders include The Penguin, Adolescence, Dying for Sex and Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story. Black Mirror made a surprise comeback with 10 nominations.
The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards will take place on 14 September, hosted by comedian Nate Bargatze, who is also nominated for Best Variety Special. The ceremony will be broadcast live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on CBS and will stream on Paramount+. Most of the technical and creative categories will be presented at the Creative Arts Emmys on 6th and 7th September.
As the countdown to Emmy night begins, the major question is whether Severance can convert its 27 nominations into wins, or will newcomers like The Studio and The Penguin take centre stage?
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TikTok stars are no longer just dancing in their bedrooms — they’re calling the shots in Hollywood
Remember when people sneered, "TikTokers? Making movies?" Yeah, toss that script. This isn’t about going viral anymore; it’s about building empires. What started as 15-second clips is now turning into major movie deals, studio projects, and executive producing credits. These creators have crossed over into film and television, landed record deals, voiced animation characters, and in some cases, even produced their own films.
Studios aren’t casting these creators for clout; they’re handing them keys. Why? Because they walk in with what Hollywood’s starving for: armies of fans who actually give a damn!
Here are 10 TikTok stars who didn’t stop at going viral. Instead, they turned their popularity into serious Hollywood power.
1. Charli D’Amelio (157M followers)
From TikTok to Apple TV+ and Disney+
She went from dancing in her room to being the face of a new generation. Charli’s three-season run on The D’Amelio Show gave her fans a closer look at her life, and it worked. More than 70% of her audience followed her to new projects. Now, she’s leading Apple TV+’s The Studio and producing dance films for Disney+. She’s not just performing; she’s making decisions behind the camera too.
Addison broke into acting with He’s All That, which went #1 in 78 countries on Netflix. She followed it up with a role in Eli Roth’s Thanksgiving, showing she can go from high-school cute to slasher scream. With a seven-figure, multipicture deal with Netflix and an upcoming movie with Ryan Reynolds (Animal Friends), she’s clearly not here for just a cameo.
Bella’s journey is proof that one viral video can indeed start a new life. Her hit single Build a Btch crossed 500 million streams, but she didn’t stop at music. She voiced a character in DC League of Super-Pets and is now creating her own anime series for Crunchyroll, involved in every creative decision. It’s not just about fame for her; it’s about building a whole world.
Bryce has always been polarising, and that hasn’t changed in Hollywood. He’s co-starring in Skillhouse, a horror film produced by 50 Cent, but the drama hasn’t stayed on screen. A legal fight over creative control made headlines, and yet, his name keeps getting bigger. Like it or not, people are watching.
Hannah made her name on Vine and YouTube before TikTok, and now she’s turning all that into big-screen moments. She joins Bryce in Skillhouse and even voiced a version of herself on The Simpsons. She’s not trying to go viral anymore; she’s building a career that stretches far beyond short clips.
Rudy didn’t wait for someone to give him a role; he made his own. His Amazon Prime film Música is based on his life, and he wrote, directed, and starred in it. His next two films focus on immigrant stories, and he’s changing how stories are made: TikTok polls helped decide the movie ending, which saved 60% of marketing spend. He’s reinventing indie film, with Gen Z in the front row.
Often living in the shadow of her sister, Dixie’s making her own lane. Her song Be Happy made it to the Billboard charts, and she voiced a lead in StarDog and TurboCat. Alongside Charli, she co-led The D’Amelio Show. She might not be loud online, but she’s working, and it clearly shows.
Loren was once TikTok’s most-followed creator. Now, she’s starring in Netflix’s After Ever Happy and has over 1 billion music streams under her belt. Signed to Virgin Records, she’s one of the few to find real success in both music and acting, without ever losing her online edge.
Noah was a Division I soccer player before TikTok, and now he’s acting in indie movies like The Influence and appearing in an HBO Max reality series. He’s not chasing roles for fame; he’s choosing ones that let him grow, and it’s showing in the way his audience sticks around.
She made her mark with makeup and dance, but Avani’s acting résumé is growing fast. She starred in Bixler High Private Eye on Hulu and voiced a role in Netflix’s Marmaduke. She also won the 2019 Streamy for “Dance Creator of the Year.” She’s quietly becoming a reliable face in teen films, and producers are taking notice.
This isn’t about influencers "breaking into" Hollywood. It’s about Hollywood breaking open. These creators aren’t guests anymore; they’re building their own tables. Horror films. Rom-coms. Animation. Music. Production deals. They keep it real, know their fans like family, and won’t apologise for taking space.
It’s easy to dismiss viral fame as a trend. But these ten prove otherwise. They didn’t just ride a wave; they built boats. And now they’re steering them straight into Hollywood.
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Fans celebrate Vidya Balan’s makeover while critics question shift from body positivity message
Vidya Balan debuts a bold new look for The Peacock Magazine’s July cover.
The actor's transformation has received both praise and criticism online.
Some fans hailed it as a refreshing style change; others questioned the shift from her past body positivity stance.
The shoot comes on the heels of Vidya’s recent film success in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.
Bollywood actor Vidya Balan has sparked a flurry of reactions online after her striking new avatar on the cover of The Peacock Magazine’s July 2025 edition. Known for championing traditional handloom saris and body positivity, the 46-year-old’s dramatic transformation, complete with a bold pink sequin dress and short, styled hair, has left the internet dazzled.
The look, part of a cover story titled A Force to Reckon With, was shared on 14 July by the magazine and Balan herself. It marks a significant departure from her signature earthy elegance and instead leans into high-fashion glamour.
Vidya Balan sets internet abuzz with glam makeover as few fans question her weight loss journeyInstagram/thepeacockmagazine
The Peacock cover that turned heads
Styled in a flamingo pink ombré gown covered in sequins, Balan paired the ensemble with a feather-trimmed stole and statement jewellery. Her newly cropped hair, styled in a sleek bob with soft waves and blonde highlights, added to the overall transformation. The makeup was equally polished: glossy mauve lips, shimmered eyelids, and highlighter-accented cheekbones.
While some fans celebrated the fresh styling, many were simply shocked by the actor’s appearance. “She looks stunning, finally styled the way she deserves,” read one popular comment. Another added, “This look gives serious movie star energy, we need more of this from her.”
Vidya Balan’s high-glam cover sparks praise and pushback over evolving beauty standardsInstagram/thepeacockmagazine
Praise and backlash over her weight loss
But it wasn’t all praise. A small section of social media questioned the actor’s visible weight loss, especially in light of her past interviews where she openly criticised the industry’s obsession with size and looks.
Comments poured in expressing concern. “Didn’t she once say women shouldn’t have to shrink themselves to be accepted? What happened to that?” one Reddit user asked. Others accused her of abandoning her earlier message of embracing natural bodies. “It’s her choice, but when you become a symbol of body positivity, the expectations change,” one tweet read.
The debate brings back conversations around the pressure on public figures, especially women, to constantly evolve, often in response to the industry’s narrow beauty standards.
Fans compare Vidya’s latest shoot to her past saree-clad appearancesGetty Images
How Vidya explained her weight transformation
In an earlier interview, Vidya Balan had spoken candidly about her weight journey. She clarified that her weight loss wasn’t the result of intense gym routines but rather due to treating an underlying inflammation through dietary changes. “I realised I wasn’t just carrying fat; it was inflammation,” she had said.
Still, the timing of the transformation, paired with the glam-heavy shoot, has prompted questions about whether public figures can maintain a consistent message on body image while navigating an industry known for its harsh scrutiny.
Vidya Balan’s glam transformation for Peacock Magazine sparks online debate over body imageGetty Images
A strong year on the professional front
While the online chatter continues, Balan’s professional graph remains strong. She was recently seen in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, alongside Kartik Aaryan and Madhuri Dixit, which grossed over £38 million (₹400 crore) at the box office. Her performance in the romantic comedy Do Aur Do Pyaar also earned critical acclaim.
As The Peacock Magazine features her as a cinematic force who continues to shape mainstream Bollywood, the larger question remains: can actors redefine their image without being held hostage by past narratives?
A unique travelling film festival focused on gender equity is set to tour the UK this month. SamaBhav UK 2025, curated by Harish Sadani, founder of India’s Men Against Violence and Abuse (MAVA), will run from 19 to 28 July across Leeds, London and Bristol. Through powerful films and open conversations, the event aims to spark dialogue on masculinity, care, and gender justice within South Asian communities.
Curated by Harish Sadani, founder of Men Against Violence and Abuse (MAVA), the festival invites audiences into dialogue on gender equity, homophobia, and toxic masculinity, all rooted in a South Asian context.
SamaBhav UK 2025 invites young people and queer voices to speak on gender equity
SamaBhav aims to reshape how masculinity is seen
Harish Sadani, who has worked with boys and men in India for over two decades, says engaging men in gender equity work is key. “Men have always been viewed as the problem,” he explains, “but we need to involve them in the solution-making process too.” Through SamaBhav, he hopes to challenge stereotypes and redefine masculinity in a more inclusive and peaceful direction.
SamaBhav UK 2025 film festival opens with urgent call for gender justice in South Asian communities www.easterneye.biz
Films spark meaningful conversations after every screening
This year’s line-up includes titles like Call Me Dancer and Riha (Unlocked), each selected to provoke reflection and honest discussion. After the screenings, attendees join reflection spaces and panels with filmmakers, youth speakers, queer voices and social workers. Sadani will personally facilitate every discussion.
Activist Chris Green OBE, a UK-based ally of the movement, lends his voice as a festival partner: “I want to live in a society free of homophobia and rigid gender rules that box in how a man should behave. That’s why I support this.”
Community-driven and part of South Asian Heritage Month
Backed by the South Asian Heritage Trust, UNESCO, SOAS and more, SamaBhav UK is part of this year’s South Asian Heritage Month programming. The Leeds leg begins this weekend (19–20 July), followed by screenings in London (23–24 July) and Bristol (28 July). Tickets are priced at £10 (₹1,050) and are available via Eventbrite.
Festival organisers are now calling on local communities, collectives and cultural workers to attend, share, and help amplify these much-needed conversations.