Tom Cruise didn’t attend the 95th edition of the Oscars that recently took place in Los Angeles even though his recent film ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ was nominated for Best Picture, Writing (Adapted Screenplay), Film Editing, Sound, Music (Original Song), and Visual Effects. Cruise is currently in the United Kingdom filming the new instalment of ‘Mission…
It turns out showbusiness’ biggest actors and singers are human, just like the rest of us. Lady Gaga’s kind gesture at the Oscars red carpet event on Sunday was evidence of that, and has restored our faith in humanity. As reported on MARCA, the actress displayed the upmost concern when a photographer tripped and took…
Singer, Wizkid has opened up on his next project to fans following the successful release of the visualizer for ‘Flower Pads.’ Fans might just be getting the best from Wizkid in 2023 as the grammy award-winning singer, songwriter, and performer opened up on his next plans for the new year following the successful release of…
Superstar actress, Michelle Yeoh, became the first Asian woman to win best actress, as “Everything Everywhere All at Once” dominated at the Oscars. As reported on VON, the creative multiverse adventure won seven awards including best picture, director and original screenplay. Accepting her statuette, Yeoh said: “For all the little boys and girls who look…
Nigerian singer, Tems has been a talking point on social media after her elaborate outfit blocked the view of fellow attendees at Sunday night’s Academy Awards. Tems was a nominee at the 95th Academy Awards held at Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California, in the United States. While some Nigerians have poured their praises on…
The 95th Academy awards went down early Monday morning, with first time winners recorded and history written. One of such historic moments was movie superstar Michelle Yeoh becoming the first Asian woman to win Best Actress and Ruth Carter becoming the first Black woman to win two Oscars. Also, ‘Everything Everywhere All At Once” swept…
Nigerian superstar Asake recently shared the snippet for his unreleased single and the clip has since divided opinion. As reported on PULSE, after an unprecedented 2022 run that saw chart-topping hits and a record-breaking debut album, Asake has continued in 2023 with the release of another chart-topper ‘Yoga’. He has teased his next release through…
Angela Bassett fans are rallying around the “crushed” actress after her “heartbroken” reaction to Jamie Lee Curtis’ Oscars win. When the Curtis beat out the “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” star in the Best Supporting Actress category on Sunday night for her role in “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” Bassett notably did not smile or stand…
Jamie Lee Curtis has won her first Oscar, going a step further than her movie star parents who were both nominated for an Academy Award. The Hollywood actress, who is the famous offspring of “Psycho” star Janet Leigh and “Some Like It Hot” actor Tony Curtis, took home the best actress in a supporting role…
Ryan Reynolds’ inimitable deadpan humor has only gotten more perfect with time. And with the years, there has also been an uptake in the actor’s comedically dysfunctional relationship with his co-stars, especially Wesley Snipes and Hugh Jackman. The tale of Reynolds and Jackman is already an infamous one but when it comes to the deadly…
Even though the singer came like a thief in the night, his presence was duly felt and acknowledged by his fans. Nigerian buzzing singer-songwriter Ahmed Ololade Asake, popularly known as Asake, is back to being the talk of the town following his recently released snippet. Taking to social media in the wee hours of Sunday,…
Buzzing South African newbie, Costa Titch has reportedly slumped while performing at an event. As reported on NOTJUSTOK, South African singer and dancer Costa Tsobanoglou, popularly known as Costa T, is reported to have died after collapsing at an event. According to reports, the 27-year-old, who was a buzzing act in South Africa, was performing…
It’s a good day for fans of Lamboginny and Beenie Man! The Nigerian Afro-Dancehall musician, YouTuber, and humanitarian has teamed up with the Jamaican Dancehall deejay and Grammy winner to deliver fresh visuals for their recently-released track “Count Your Blessings (Remix),” and Distractify has been tapped to exclusively share the new video. As reported on…
A talented Nigerian singer has set a new record of the most viewed Nigerian music video and song of all time on YouTube. The stunning visuals of the hit single ‘Calm Down’ by Rema has snatched a new record to become the most viewed Nigerian music video and song of all time on the biggest…
Happy new-music-Miley day to all those who celebrate! Coinciding with the release of Cyrus’ eighth studio album, Endless Summer Vacation, the artist also put out a special edition of Backyard Sessions exclusively on Disney+. As reported on ELLE, in the 42-minute concert doc, Cyrus performs and talks about the inspiration behind her songs. “If you’re…
When the Super Mario movie was first announced, I was pretty ‘meh’ on the whole thing.The combination of video game movie adaptations still feeling risky and the lack of narrative punch to Mario made me lose interest fairly quickly. That Anya Taylor-Joy was in the cast was a start, but it still didn’t grab me….
Johnny Depp’s potential return to Pirates of the Caribbean remains up in the air. As it stands, it might still be too early to tell. The biggest question on every fans mind regarding the next Pirates movie isn’t necessarily what the story will be – it’s whether or not Johnny Depp will come back. And…
“Stranger Things” star Grace Van Dien says she’s been declining acting roles after experiencing sexual harassment on set. As reported on CNN, The 26-year-old actress, best known for playing cheerleader Chrissy Cunningham in the Netflix sci-fi drama, addressed her decision to be more selective this week during a Twitch live stream, saying ” the last…
Nigerian megastar Burna Boy has recorded another giant stride as his hit single ‘Last Last’ has surpassed a million units in sales in the United States. According to news published by reputable chart news platform Chart data, Burna Boy’s ‘Last Last’ received an RIAA platinum plaque after it surpassed a million copies in sales in…
Street-pop sensation Bella Shmurda has returned with a new single he calls ‘Ara (Gen Gen Tin)’ in which he celebrates his success while also praying for more blessings. The single is his first release of 2023 following the release of his debut album ‘Hypertension’ in October 2022. Bella Shmurda begins 2023 on a celebratory mood…
Superstar Street-hop sensation Zlatan has released a new single titled ‘Omo Ologo’ which is an inspiring tribute to hard work and perseverance. The song is a celebration of success, not just in the artist’s career, but also in life, where one must overcome obstacles to achieve greatness. In ‘Omo Ologo,’ Zlatan shares his personal journey…
Nigerian singer-songwriter Simi has shared her opinion on why many Nigerians migrate in search of greener pastures. Simi took to Twitter, where she rolled out a couple of tweets detailing why Nigerians leave the country. She opined that nobody ever wants to leave their friends and family behind. However, they ‘japa’ because they do not…
Multiple award-winning singer. songwriter and performer Tiwa Savage, in a post on social media, reacted to the rave of the moment ‘Gwagwalada’ by BNXN fka Buju, which features Kizz Daniel and Seyi Vibez. The singer opened up on how much she liked the song, which has led many to believe that there might be a…
Mae Muller will represent the United Kingdom at this year’s Eurovision Song Contest. As reported by CNN, the 25-year-old will perform her track I Wrote A Song at the competition in May, hoping to follow the success of Sam Ryder last year. “To compete in such a massive music competition is simply brilliant,” she said,…
Bethesda Game Studios’ Starfield has been delayed once again, with a newly-revealed release date of 6 September 2023 representing a major months-long delay for the title, which was set to launch alongside Redfall in ‘early 2023’. As reported on Games Hub, while the news is disappointing, it’s not unexpected. Bethesda has remained quiet about development…
Bollywood actor and director Satish Kaushik has died at the age of 66 in India’s capital Delhi. As reported on BBC, his nephew Nishaan Kaushik told BBC Hindi that the actor suffered a heart attack on Thursday morning. He was travelling in a car at the time and was rushed to a hospital, where doctors…
Kendall Jenner and Bad Bunny showed some subtle PDA during a night out together amid ongoing speculation that they’re dating. The two were seen embracing each other after grabbing a group dinner at Sushi Park in West Hollywood, Calif., on Tuesday night, according to photos obtained by Page Six. Jenner, 27, had a warm smile…
Grammy award-winning singer, songwriter and performer Burna Boy has set a new record for African music on the digital streaming platform Spotify as he became the Fastest African artist to hit 600 million streams with the album ‘Love Damini.’ ‘Love Damini’ became the fastest African album to hit and surpass 600 million streams on Spotify…
The actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has discussed the profound effects her father’s passing had on her. As reported on PULSE, she detailed the life-changing experience in an exclusive interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, where she opened up on effects of losing her father at age 12. Because she was sent to Kaduna at a young…
Rihanna reached out to a group of Kentucky grandmothers after they went viral posting a hilarious recreation of Rihanna’s Super Bowl LVII performance. As reported on Daily Mail, the women of the Kentucky Arcadia Senior Living Facility achieved TikTok fame with their 12-second video that showed ladies in white stepping to the side to reveal…
Nigerian singing sensation Peruzzi has disclosed that he will be dropping a new single featuring Nigerian superstar Fireboy. Details: Peruzzi announced via his Twitter account on March 5th, 2023 that he will be releasing a new single titled ‘Pressure’ which will feature award-winning superstar Fireboy. Last month, Peruzzi posted a video of himself in a…
Popular indigenous rapper Olamide has detailed the most embarrassing moment in his life. According to the widely-loved rapper, the incident made him both livid and ashamed at the same time. The Nation reports that the incident, as he explained, happened many years ago when he was still working under his boss and producer, ID Cabasa….
Amitabh Bachchan, one of India’s most famous actors, has said he was injured on set, resulting in “painful” movement and breathing. Bachchan, 80, said he tore a muscle and cartilage in his ribs during the filming of an action scene for his upcoming movie “Project K” in the southern city of Hyderabad. Writing on his…
The Mavin Prince continues to enjoy global recognition for his smash tune “Calm Down.” Nigerian ace singer, songwriter, and performer, Rema, has reacted to a recent gesture from popular footballer Ronaldo about his song. The Mavin/Jonzing World act, who has been hitting career milestones upon milestones, continues to operate at the highest level of the…
Bruce Willis’ wife, Emma Heming Willis, has called on paparazzi to keep their distance and stop yelling at the “Die Hard” star when they see him in public. As reported on CNN, Heming Willis made an emotional plea in a video shared on her Instagram page over the weekend, saying “there’s still a lot of…
Adele sent a newly-wedded couple’s wedding night up an octave on Friday when the “Easy on Me” singer signed a part of a bride’s wedding dress when she and her husband attended the concert right after their ceremony. As reported on New York Post, the video, which was taken during Adele’s residency at Caesar’s Palace…
A first-time solo feature film director has won one of cinema’s top awards. A representative for Youssef Chebbi, 38, said the filmmaker was “grateful for the trophy” at Fespaco in Burkina Faso, awarded for the murder mystery Ashkal, set in his native Tunisia. The film sees a male-female police duo unravel a dark and puzzling…
Chris Rock finally addressed the Oscars slap and made Netflix history on Saturday, with the platform’s first live global streaming event. “I’m going to try to do a show tonight without offending nobody. I’m going to try my best, because you never know who might get triggered,” Rock said as he opened his set from…
Rema’s smashing hit song ‘Calm Down’, on which he featured Selena Gomez on the remix, has received huge honours in UK and Canada. Following the release of the original and remix version, which featured multiple award-winning singer Selena Gomez, Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ has received two major recognition in UK and Canada. ‘Calm Down’ remix has…
We are approaching the release of Demon Slayer season 3, and that means promotion is starting to ramp up even further. This week, we now have an exact release date for season 3, plus a new English dub trailer to check out. So, the launch of Demon Slayer season 3 is going to be a…
Michael B. Jordan’s “Creed III” is now playing in theaters, which means a lot of moviegoers may find themselves asking the same question: Where the hell is Sylvester Stallone’s Rocky Balboa? Stallone starred opposite Jordan in “Creed” and “Creed II,” even earning an Oscar nomination for supporting actor thanks to his role in the 2015…
Tom Sizemore, the “Saving Private Ryan” actor whose bright 1990s star burned out under the weight of his own domestic violence and drug convictions, died Friday at age 61. As reported on AP News, the actor had suffered a brain aneurysm on Feb. 18 at his home in Los Angeles. He died in his sleep…
Meghan Markle has been accused of “pimping out” Prince Harry after realizing he has no money by the always outspoken Megyn Kelly. In a fiery rant, Megyn Kelly attacked the Duke and Duchess of Sussex after reports emerged they had been kicked out of Frogmore Cottage by King Charles. Harry and Meghan have now broken…
Former St. Louis reality TV star James “Tim” Norman was sentenced to two life sentences Thursday for orchestrating a plot to kill his nephew that featured fraudulent life insurance policies, cash payouts and years of coverups. U.S. District Judge John A. Ross sentenced Norman to life sentences on two murder-for-hire counts Thursday morning, calling the…
The singer won’t be hitting the road for the international tour until fall 2023. Nigerian ace singer, songwriter, and performer, Wizkid, has given an update on his ‘More Love, Less Ego’ world tour. The Grammy-winning singer, who recently announced that he would be embarking on a joint tour with colleague Davido, was meant to kick…
Tickets for this year’s Eurovision Song Contest in Liverpool will go on sale on Tuesday 7 March, the BBC has announced. Fans will be able to pay to attend nine shows – two live semi-finals and the grand final, as well as six previews doubling up as dress rehearsals. Prices range from £90 to £290…
Kai Cenat has broken the record for attracting the most Twitch subscribers. As reported on BBC, the 21-year-old US streamer amassed 300,000 subscribers on the Amazon-owned streaming service, following a month-long drive to increase subscriptions. His ‘subathon’ – launched on 1 February – saw Cenat streaming 24 hours a day: chatting, gaming and interviewing guests,…
J Hope of BTS shocked fans with the announcement of him featuring J Cole on his upcoming song ‘On The Street.’ A collaboration many did not know we needed is happening right before us as a member of the biggest boy group in the world BTS, J Hope announced that his upcoming project would be…
Ed Sheeran has revealed that his wife, Cherry Seaborn, was diagnosed with a tumor when she was pregnant with their second child. In a diary entry – which was photographed by Annie Liebowitz and posted to Sheeran’s Twitter on Wednesday – to announce his new album, the British singer-songwriter said a series of events at…
Wayne Shorter, an influential jazz innovator whose lyrical, complex jazz compositions and pioneering saxophone playing sounded through more than half a century of American music, has died. He was 89. As reported on MARCA, Shorter died Thursday in Los Angeles, a representative for the musician said. No cause of death was given. Shorter, a tenor…
