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F1 movie secures four Oscar nominations including best picture
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The Formula 1 movie starring Brad Pitt has received four nominations at the 2026 Academy Awards, highlighting its box-office success and authentic portrayal of the sport. Directed by Joseph Kosinski and co-produced by Lewis Hamilton, the film grossed over $630 million worldwide after its 2025 release. Nominations span best picture, film editing, sound, and visual effects.
Weeks after Madras High Court hearings failed to resolve certification issues, Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan remains stalled by CBFC disputes, inflicting a Rs 100 crore loss on Tamil Nadu theatres and threatening single-screen closures amid concerns over certification transparency.
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Mexican actor Gerardo Taracena, known for his role in Apocalypto and an Ariel Award winner, died on January 31, 2026, at age 55. The National Association of Actors confirmed the news on Instagram, expressing deep regret and solidarity with his family and the artistic community. The cause of death remains unknown.
The Madras High Court is set to resume hearings on January 20 for the certification of Thalapathy Vijay's final film, Jana Nayagan, after delays caused by CBFC issues. The movie, directed by H Vinoth, was originally slated for release on January 9 but remains stalled due to legal disputes. Fans and makers hope for a favorable decision to allow its theatrical debut.
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In an interview on 'The Daily Show', Brazilian actor Wagner Moura ironically thanked former president Jair Bolsonaro for motivating the creation of the film 'O Agente Secreto', set during the 1977 military dictatorship. Moura explained that the far-right government from 2018-2022 revived echoes of the authoritarian past, driving the production directed by Kleber Mendonça Filho. The film, which won two Golden Globes, is racking up nominations in international awards.
Actress and model Vera Valdez, artistically known as Vera Barreto Leite, died on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at age 89 in São Paulo. She had been battling complications from pulmonary insufficiency and was hospitalized after a domestic accident. The news was announced by the Teatro Oficina, where she shone for decades.
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After winning a Golden Globe for 'The Secret Agent', Brazilian actor Wagner Moura has been reinstated by Variety in its list of five finalists for best actor at the 2026 Oscars. The update was released on Tuesday (13). The film, directed by Kleber Mendonça Filho, secured a double win for Brazil at the awards.
Director Kleber Mendonça Filho praises Wagner Moura at Rotterdam
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January 14, 2026 15:28Vera Valdez, pioneering actress and model, dies at 89