Pooja Pillai is an entertainment journalist with Asian Media Group, where she covers cinema, pop culture, internet trends, and the politics of representation. Her work spans interviews, cultural features, and social commentary across digital platforms.
She began her reporting career as a news anchor, scripting and presenting stories for a regional newsroom. With a background in journalism and media studies, she has since built a body of work exploring how entertainment intersects with social and cultural shifts, particularly through a South Indian lens.
She brings both newsroom rigour and narrative curiosity to her work, and believes the best stories don’t just inform — they reveal what we didn’t know we needed to hear.
The buzz surrounding Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas shows no signs of slowing down. The duo has been seen together on numerous occasions, from casual outings to high-profile events, fuelling rumours of a budding romance. Yet, both stars remain tight-lipped about the nature of their relationship, leaving fans guessing.
At the New York premiere of Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, Cruise couldn’t help but compliment Ana de Armas, who stars in the upcoming John Wick spinoff, Ballerina. Speaking to Access Hollywood, the 60-year-old actor praised her talent, calling her a “force” and applauding her ability to balance drama and comedy effortlessly. He seemed genuinely impressed by her on-screen presence, describing her work with Keanu Reeves as captivating.
While Cruise’s words have sparked speculation, Ana de Armas has been cautious about addressing the rumours. In an interview, she acknowledged working with Cruise on several projects, expressing excitement but maintaining a professional tone. She also shared her admiration for his dedication to stunts and action scenes, admitting that while she couldn’t match his level, she understood the thrill.
The two have been spotted together multiple times, from a Valentine’s dinner in London to attending David Beckham’s birthday party. A source hinted that Cruise might have developed feelings for de Armas, describing him as “smitten.” However, the relationship seems to be in its early stages, with de Armas reportedly taking things slow.
Despite the intrigue, both stars are focused on their professional lives. Cruise has been promoting the latest instalment of Mission: Impossible, while de Armas gears up for the release of Ballerina. The rumoured couple’s public appearances, though frequent, have mostly been linked to their work commitments.
Whether it’s a blossoming romance or just a strong friendship remains uncertain. For now, Cruise’s admiration for de Armas seems genuine, but whether it translates into a romantic relationship is anyone’s guess.
As they continue collaborating on multiple projects, the world will just have to wait and see if this Hollywood pairing turns out to be more than just a professional bond.
Kylie Jenner’s crashing the party with her first big movie role ever.
Alexander Skarsgård and Rosanna Arquette add heavyweight acting talent.
Plot follows a pop star dealing with fame's intense pressures.
Director Aidan Zamiri’s taking his first swing at a feature film.
Planning for a 2026 release.
Charli XCX is swapping stadium lights for the cinema glow, and everyone’s already buzzing. Her new A24 film, The Moment, just dropped a cast list that has people talking. With Kylie Jenner and Alexander Skarsgård in the cast, this movie looks set to crash right through the usual pop star movie expectations. The promise is a look behind the sparkle, showing the mess, giving us the real underbelly of the music world.
Alexander Skarsgård joins Charli XCX’s star-packed film The Moment with Kylie Jenner Instagram Screengrab/kyliejenner/Getty Images
What’s the plot of The Moment?
It’s Charli playing, well, a pop star, trying to keep her head above water as she is sucked into the vortex of fame and pressure. She’s prepping for her first arena tour, dodging the industry sharks and probably a crisis or three. It’s all a bit meta here. Charli’s been through the whole thing already; the chaos, the lights, the late nights. She’s seen what fame looks like when the glitter fades. It started with Charli tossing out an idea, half-formed, then Aidan Zamiri and Bertie Brandes shaped it into something that actually breathes.
This cast is like someone spun a wheel of celebrities. Kylie Jenner’s making her big acting debut, Skarsgård and Arquette bring that serious actor energy, and then you have comedy geniuses Rachel Sennott and Kate Berlant to stir things up. Add in a squad of models, artists, and Charli’s long-time music partner A. G. Cook, who’s handling the soundtrack, obviously. Huge? That’s an understatement.
Behind the scenes of The Moment with Charli XCX and Kylie Jenner Instagram Screengrab/kyliejenner
When will The Moment be released?
2026 is the target, so we need to wait. They have got time to make it weird, wonderful, or both. Charli’s calling the shots under her Studio365 label, and you can tell. Every part of it seems to carry her touch: the look, the sound, the attitude. It’s a big jump for her, crossing into film like this. Whether it lands as something great or gets people arguing about it, it’s not going to slide by quietly.
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