In May, Altynay Jakisheva, daughter of Mukhtar Dzhakishev, the former head of Kazakhstan’s state uranium company Kazatomprom, married Karl Obi, an investment banker. After sharing wedding photos on social media, she faced a wave of criticism from some Kazakh internet users over her decision to marry a foreigner. Read also:…
Renowned Kazakh singer Dimash Qudaibergen has announced the release of a documentary about his creative career. According to the artist, he has often been described as a state-backed project or accused of having influential patrons. «For the first time in my career, I allowed cameras to capture what had always…
More than a thousand people dressed as Marilyn Monroe gathered in Palm Springs, California, setting a new world record. The unusual event, organized to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the actress’s birth, took place in Downtown Park near the famous eight-meter-tall statue of the Hollywood star. According to organizers, 1,037…
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni returned to court in New York, a month after reaching an out-of-court settlement in their long-running legal dispute connected to the film «It Ends with Us,» in which they both starred, The Guardian reported. This time, Lively’s attorneys are seeking legal fees and damages, arguing…
Social media has been swept by an unprecedented wave of “mourning.” Fans of the hit HBO series “Euphoria” are organizing both real-life and virtual gatherings to honor the memory of one of the show’s most toxic, controversial and yet undeniably memorable characters. Spoilers ahead. If you haven’t watched the penultimate…
A photo purportedly showing Kazakhstan’s first president, Nursultan Nazarbayev, in a hospital has been circulating on social media, though users and fact-checkers have questioned its authenticity. Read also: Kazakhstan’s ‘Falling Nazarbayev’ sculpture sold to Russian buyer. The image recently appeared in an Instagram post. It shows Nazarbayev lying in a…
South Korean authorities have arrested a YouTuber over allegations that he spread false claims about popular actor Kim Soo-hyun using manipulated and AI-generated evidence, the BBC reported. According to police and prosecutors, Kim Se-ui, who operates the popular YouTube channel Hover Lab, falsely alleged that Kim Soo-hyun had dated actress…
Kazakh director Aisultan Seitov found himself at the center of an online debate after posting a photo taken in Paris. In the image, he poses near the Eiffel Tower beside a «Kazakhstan» sign left on the observation deck. Social media reactions split users The photo sparked heated discussion on Threads.…
The world’s leading It-girl, supermodel and Rhode founder Hailey Bieber has once again proven why her style commands global attention. Bieber is the face of Victoria’s Secret’s sultry new advertising campaign, which has already taken social media by storm. New campaign draws attention online The daring, atmospheric campaign was shot…
Comic Con Astana has announced its first star guest for its 2026 edition: Danish actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, best known for playing Jaime Lannister in the HBO series “Game of Thrones.” The festival will take place in the capital of Kazakhstan on Aug. 6-9, 2026. Organizers say attendees will have the…
Gulaiym Rakhmonova, the ex-wife of renowned Kazakh UFC fighter Shavkat Rakhmonov, announced the newest addition to her family. She shared the news on social media, posting a photo of her newborn from the maternity hospital. Rakhmonova was pregnant with her fifth child during the investigation and trial related to the…
French football star Kylian Mbappé is featured on the new cover of Vanity Fair. In an extensive interview, the Real Madrid forward discussed pressure, criticism, politics and expectations ahead of the next FIFA World Cup. Read also: A class act in Almaty: Mbappé’s heartwarming meeting with young wheelchair-bound fan. In…
A growing number of prominent Kazakh bloggers, singers and public figures have recently abandoned the hijab and returned to a more secular public image, fueling heated online debate about religion, identity and social pressure. Several well-known personalities have removed their headscarves over the past year, with reactions on social media…
Kazakh dancer and choreographer Madina Beisekeyeva appears in “Runway,” performed by Lady Gaga and Doechii. The track is featured on the soundtrack of one of the year’s most anticipated films, “The Devil Wears Prada 2.” The song plays during a backstage scene set at Milan Fashion Week, and a fragment…
Georgian-Ukrainian businessman Niki Lomia has married Ukrainian model Nika Kuznetsova in a lavish ceremony on the Côte d’Azur. Based on photos shared on social media, the celebration took place at the Château de la Croix des Gardes, a seaside villa overlooking Cannes and known for hosting high-profile events. The two-day…
Singer Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner are planning a wedding in Palermo, according to Italian newspaper Giornale di Sicilia. The celebration is reportedly scheduled for September and expected to span three days, from Sept. 5 to 7. Why Palermo The choice of location appears to be personal. The couple…
Taylor Swift has filed trademark applications covering her voice and likeness, a move seen as an effort to guard against misuse through AI, Euronews reported. The American singer has submitted three applications, including one featuring a photo of her performing during the Eras Tour and two containing audio clips of…
«Michael,» a film about Michael Jackson’s rise to fame, is now in theaters. The lead role is played by his 29-year-old nephew, Jaafar Jackson, who bears a striking resemblance to the pop icon. Even before its release, the film faced criticism for softening the singer’s troubled public image, shaped in…
Madonna makes a comeback — the singer has announced the release date of her new album “Confessions on a Dance Floor: Part II” on Instagram. This marks the continuation of Madonna’s iconic 2005 album “Confessions on a Dance Floor” and her first studio album in seven years since “Madame X.”…
After reports of a possible visit by Shakira and Eminem to Almaty circulated online, concert organizer Alexey Puchkov shared details about the artists’ requirements and the status of negotiations. Read also: J.Lo’s Almaty diary: Locusts for me, beshbarmak for the band. According to Puchkov, talks with Shakira have been ongoing…
Fans of James McAvoy are actively discussing his appearance after a video posted on social media. The actor was speaking about the film “California Schemin’,” his directorial debut. But that’s not what caught viewers’ attention. Many noticed his gray hair and wrinkles. Reactions online The comments were mixed. Some said…
Gulaiym Rakhmonova, the former wife of renowned Kazakhstani UFC fighter Shavkat Rakhmonov, gave a candid interview on the YouTube channel of host Ruslan Otepbai, detailing a family conflict, a property dispute and the reasons behind their divorce. Read also: How Russian comedian dodged a sparring session with Shavkat Rakhmonov. Rakhmonova…
Britney Spears has voluntarily entered a treatment facility, following a recent arrest for driving under the influence, NBC News reported. In early March, the California Highway Patrol stopped the singer’s black BMW 430i after observing her driving «erratically at a high rate of speed» on a highway. After a series…
Kazakh singer Dimash Qudaibergen described music as a powerful diplomatic tool during an interview at the Freedom Inside 2026 forum in Astana. «Music is an indispensable diplomatic tool. I will continue my work in this direction. Our arms are always open to anyone who wants to be friends with our…
