!['The Brutalist,' 'Emilia Perez' triumph at Golden Globes 'The Brutalist,' 'Emilia Perez' triumph at Golden Globes](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/81736146050_Dramaaward.jpg)
'The Brutalist,' 'Emilia Perez' triumph at Golden Globes
Voters for the Globes named "The Brutalist" best movie drama and star Adrien Brody the best drama film actor.
Mon Jan 06 2025
![Ariana Grande, Angelina Jolie kick off new year at Golden Globes Ariana Grande, Angelina Jolie kick off new year at Golden Globes](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/81736127661_CynthiaErivoArian.jpg)
Ariana Grande, Angelina Jolie kick off new year at Golden Globes
Winning a Globe can shine a spotlight on movies and performances in the run-up to the Academy Awards in March.
Mon Jan 06 2025
![Tamil actor Vijay cements 'GOAT' status with latest blockbuster film Tamil actor Vijay cements 'GOAT' status with latest blockbuster film](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/81725943884_tbVijayChandrasekha.jpg)
Tamil actor Vijay cements 'GOAT' status with latest blockbuster film
The movie garnered approximately RM2.4 million in advance cinema ticket sales in Malaysia alone before its release.
Tue Sep 10 2024
![Some South Indian movie stars under investigation for sex crimes, police say Some South Indian movie stars under investigation for sex crimes, police say](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/81702630031_benderaindia.jpg)
Some South Indian movie stars under investigation for sex crimes, police say
Police received complaints from female actors accusing male colleagues of sexual harassment and abuse.
Thu Aug 29 2024
![Kedai Kopi Jalan Ampas evokes nostalgia of old Malay films Kedai Kopi Jalan Ampas evokes nostalgia of old Malay films](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41718937206_KedaiKopiJalanAmp.jpg)
Kedai Kopi Jalan Ampas evokes nostalgia of old Malay films
Adorning the walls of the coffee shop, opened nine months ago, are portraits of the luminaries of Malaysian cinema in the 1950s and 1960s.
Fri Jun 21 2024
!['Rust' armorer sentenced to 18 months in fatal shooting by Alec Baldwin 'Rust' armorer sentenced to 18 months in fatal shooting by Alec Baldwin](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/41713245985_TBHannahjpg.jpg)
'Rust' armorer sentenced to 18 months in fatal shooting by Alec Baldwin
Hannah Gutierrez was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter for mistakenly loading a live round into a revolver used in the movie set.
Tue Apr 16 2024
![From Spain to Hollywood: Inside one of the world's biggest movie star wardrobes From Spain to Hollywood: Inside one of the world's biggest movie star wardrobes](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/51709882994_TBPerisCostumes.jpg)
From Spain to Hollywood: Inside one of the world's biggest movie star wardrobes
Peris Costumes is one of the world's biggest costume makers for the cinema, TV and theatre, its creations even winning Oscars.
Fri Mar 08 2024
![Rajinikanth's Lal Salaam: A compelling fusion of cricket, faith and unity Rajinikanth's Lal Salaam: A compelling fusion of cricket, faith and unity](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/81708061544_lalsalaam.jpg)
Rajinikanth's Lal Salaam: A compelling fusion of cricket, faith and unity
Saradha Sivalingam said the movie was released across 73 cinemas in Malaysia and has garnered more than RM2 million within four days.
Fri Feb 16 2024
![Bob Marley biopic brings his message to new generations, son says Bob Marley biopic brings his message to new generations, son says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/61706695089_TBBobMarleyjpg.jpg)
Bob Marley biopic brings his message to new generations, son says
The movie sees British actors Kingsley Ben-Adir and Lashana Lynch taking on the challenge of bringing Bob and Rita Marley to life on screen.
Sat Feb 03 2024
![Alec Baldwin to be arraigned this week for 'Rust' movie-set shooting Alec Baldwin to be arraigned this week for 'Rust' movie-set shooting](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/71675203465_TBALECBALDWIN.jpg)
Alec Baldwin to be arraigned this week for 'Rust' movie-set shooting
Alec Baldwin will be arraigned on Thursday in New Mexico after he was charged again with involuntary manslaughter in fatal 2021 shooting.
Wed Jan 31 2024
![Baby Yoda heads to big screen in new 'Star Wars' movie Baby Yoda heads to big screen in new 'Star Wars' movie](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/51705044197_TBStarwarsjpg.jpg)
Baby Yoda heads to big screen in new 'Star Wars' movie
The first feature film inspired by "The Mandalorian" series will start production this year, Walt Disney's Lucasfilm said.
Sun Jan 14 2024
![Marvel fires actor Jonathan Majors after assault, harassment verdict Marvel fires actor Jonathan Majors after assault, harassment verdict](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/61702964416_TBJonathanMajors.jpg)
Marvel fires actor Jonathan Majors after assault, harassment verdict
Marvel Studios fired US actor Jonathan Majors, who played the villainous character Kang the Conqueror, after a court found him guilty of assault and harassment against his former girlfriend.
Tue Dec 19 2023
![OCM ready to discuss with KBS to set up fund for producing sports films OCM ready to discuss with KBS to set up fund for producing sports films](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/61689415054_TBNorzaZakaria.jpg)
OCM ready to discuss with KBS to set up fund for producing sports films
OCM wants to apply to the government, to set up a fund to assist those who are keen to produce movies symbolising success in sports.
Thu Dec 14 2023
!['Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce' tops box office 'Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce' tops box office](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/41701769068_Beyonce.jpg)
'Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce' tops box office
Beyonce Knowles' concert film marked the first time a movie crossed the $20 million mark over the weekend.
Tue Dec 05 2023
![Film in 2024: 'Barbie' early awards nods, delayed movies top releases Film in 2024: 'Barbie' early awards nods, delayed movies top releases](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/61689851511_Barbie.jpg)
Film in 2024: 'Barbie' early awards nods, delayed movies top releases
Awards season kicks off the year, with smash hit "Barbie" leading the Golden Globe nominations with nine nods.
Mon Oct 30 2023
![US military plane deporting Indian immigrants lands in India US military plane deporting Indian immigrants lands in India](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41738754452_USmilitaryplane.jpg)
US military plane deporting Indian immigrants lands in India
The Trump administration has increasingly turned to the military to help carry out its immigration agenda.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![Trump's Gaza plan for 'Riviera of the Middle East' triggers international condemnation Trump's Gaza plan for 'Riviera of the Middle East' triggers international condemnation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/81736117245_tbGazaStripdestro.jpg)
Trump's Gaza plan for 'Riviera of the Middle East' triggers international condemnation
Countries from Russia, China, Spain, Ireland and the UK say they continue to support the two-state solution.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![US Postal Service suspends inbound parcels from China, Hong Kong US Postal Service suspends inbound parcels from China, Hong Kong](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738752791_UnitedStatesPostal.jpg)
US Postal Service suspends inbound parcels from China, Hong Kong
Trump's crackdown on de minimis would make the products sold by the likes of Shein and Temu more expensive.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![US plan to take over Gaza: Malaysia's stance on Palestine unchanged - PM US plan to take over Gaza: Malaysia's stance on Palestine unchanged - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738751876_AnwarIbrahimACCCI.jpg)
US plan to take over Gaza: Malaysia's stance on Palestine unchanged - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia's stance remains the same as that of other Islamic countries.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![US freezes funding for security mission tackling Haiti's gangs US freezes funding for security mission tackling Haiti's gangs](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738750569_haitiflag.jpg)
US freezes funding for security mission tackling Haiti's gangs
More than $13 million in US funding for an international security force helping fight armed gangs in Haiti has been frozen, the UN says.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![Over 40,000 civil servants at high risk of mental health issues - Zaliha Over 40,000 civil servants at high risk of mental health issues - Zaliha](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738751180_ZalihaMustafa.jpg)
Over 40,000 civil servants at high risk of mental health issues - Zaliha
A total of 44,901 civil servants were screened under Public Service Psychological Health Digital Profiling System, says Dr Zaliha Mustafa.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![India's Modi takes 'holy dips' at Maha Kumbh, week after stampede killed dozens India's Modi takes 'holy dips' at Maha Kumbh, week after stampede killed dozens](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738745483_NarendraModi.jpg)
India's Modi takes 'holy dips' at Maha Kumbh, week after stampede killed dozens
Security personnel stood in the water nearby while thousands of people crowded the banks to watch the prime minister perform the rituals.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![Philippine Congress endorses impeachment complaint against vice president Philippine Congress endorses impeachment complaint against vice president](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71738753244_PhilippineVicePre.jpg)
Philippine Congress endorses impeachment complaint against vice president
Vice President Sara Duterte would be the Philippines' second most senior official to face removal from office.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![What is a sovereign wealth fund? What is a sovereign wealth fund?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/81694412465_USDollar.jpg)
What is a sovereign wealth fund?
Sovereign wealth funds are investment vehicles owned by countries.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![[COLUMNIST] Rising above Trump tariffs: How a resilient global economy outlasts US protectionism [COLUMNIST] Rising above Trump tariffs: How a resilient global economy outlasts US protectionism](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/51728873693_EMIR.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Rising above Trump tariffs: How a resilient global economy outlasts US protectionism
The current alarm over Trumps tariff threats overlooks a key point: global markets are resilient and adaptable.
Wed Feb 05 2025