Russian documentary filmmaker Pavel Talankin had his Oscar statuette consecrated by Father Alexey Uminsky in Paris, according to the Sota Telegram channel. Talankin, a former school videographer, won the 2026 Academy Award for best documentary feature for «Mr. Nobody Against Putin.» Shortly after the win, Russian authorities designated him a…
Renowned British designer John Galliano has officially announced his return to fashion, partnering not with a traditional luxury house but with Spanish retailer Zara, according to Vogue. From haute couture to mass market Galliano is known for his dramatic, theatrical approach to design and deep ties to high fashion. He…
Shakira plans to end her «Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour» in Spain with an unusual move: performing in a temporary, purpose-built venue dubbed «Estadio Shakira,» Euronews reported. In a recent interview with Spanish broadcaster RTVE, the Colombian singer said she intends to create a stadium for the final…
Rumors that Zendaya and Tom Holland have married grew after she was seen wearing a ring that looked like a wedding band, The Associated Press reported. At the premiere of her new film «The Drama,» Zendaya told AP that she would not confirm any marriage rumors. Instead, she explained that…
«Interstellar» and «Miss Sloane» star Jessica Chastain unexpectedly drew the attention of Kazakhstani social media users after posting a video to Instagram using the track «GO!» by Kazakh rapper Alikhat Tanatarov, who performs under the name hatikoali. In the video, the actress poses in a gown while the song plays…
Dimash Qudaibergen has released a new song, “Samal” (“A Fresh Breeze”), recently performed by singer and musical theater actor Nurzhas Sadyrbai, a participant in Dimash’s «Voice Beyond Horizon» show. The music was composed and produced by Dimash, with lyrics by Oral Baisengir. Performance video In the premiere video, Nurzhas performs…
Australia’s High Court has ruled in favor of fashion designer Katie Perry in a prolonged trademark dispute with American pop star Katy Perry, the BBC reported. In a decision delivered on Wednesday, the court determined that the designer’s clothing label did not damage the singer’s reputation or create confusion among…
Arnold Schwarzenegger, an Austrian-born American actor, bodybuilder and former governor of California, is considering a return to the “Conan the Barbarian,” “Predator” and “Commando” franchises. All three films are widely regarded as iconic and helped establish his career in Hollywood, Euronews reported. Speaking at the Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus,…
On March 5, BTS revealed the poster and trailer for the “BTS The Comeback Live | Arirang” concert. The video was uploaded on the group’s official social media channels. The trailer opens with loud screams from the fan base, ARMY, filling the concert venues. The group members say that they…
Belarusian tennis player Aryna Sabalenka announced her engagement to Georgios Frangulis, a businessman of Greek origin. Kursiv LifeStyle explains what is known about the couple. The athlete posted a video of a touching ceremony on Instagram. Sabalenka knelt on one knee to propose as they were surrounded by candles and…
«Love Story» star Sarah Pidgeon, who portrayed Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, has been named the new face of the Rhode brand. Read also: Asian models steal the spotlight on the Louis Vuitton and Dior runways. The actress appears in the company’s first beauty campaign and introduces new spring makeup shades. Focus on…
Actor Jim Carrey’s appearance at France’s César Awards last week prompted widespread online speculation after social media users questioned whether it was really him on stage, CNN reported. Photos and video from the ceremony circulated online, with some commenters claiming Carrey looked noticeably different. Some social media users suggested the…
Figure skater Mikhail Shaidorov and gymnast Aislu Murzagalieva were recently spotted at Daididau restaurant, owned by Kazakh singer Dimash Qudaibergen’s family. Read also: Dimash Qudaibergen’s restaurant ‘blasted’ by TikToker over ‘bad’ Kazakh meat dish. Video published by the restaurant shows a staff representative personally greeting the athletes at the entrance.…
Hungarian composer György Kurtág is marking his 100th birthday with events across Hungary honoring his life and work. Widely regarded as one of the most significant figures in contemporary classical music, Kurtág is being celebrated particularly in Budapest, Euronews reported. The commemorations began with a screening of the documentary “Kurtág…
On Feb. 18, the Ykhlas Museum of Folk Musical Instruments in Almaty opened the exhibition «Dimash: One Voice – Thousand Nations,» honoring renowned Kazakh singer Dimash Qudaibergen. Read also: Dimash reveals his message for Sacha Baron Cohen’s Borat. The artist attended the grand opening with his parents, Kanat and Svetlana…
Last week, Dimash Qudaibergen once again stopped the clock with the release of «Gashyqtyq» («In Love»), with music and lyrics written by the artist himself. While global attention often centers on his six-octave vocal range, this track stands as a masterclass in Kazakh lyrical poetry. Below is a translation of…
People’s Artist of Kazakhstan and globally recognized singer Dimash Qudaibergen is among the nominees for «Most Handsome Man Alive 2026,» a title presented by Netizens Choice Magazine. Global stars in contention Other nominees include internationally known figures from sports and entertainment, such as football star Cristiano Ronaldo, actors Brad Pitt,…
World-renowned Kazakh singer Dimash Qudaibergen presented his new original song in the first episode of the Voice Beyond Horizon show. The composition, titled «Fire,» debuted in a unique format and quickly drew significant viewership. The performance featured multiple languages, including English and Chinese, and incorporated rapid-tempo rap elements in Kazakh.…
Kanye West, now known as Ye, has given new momentum to antisemitic voices worldwide. Calling him simply a rapper or hip-hop artist understates his influence, as he remains one of the most consequential cultural figures not only in the U.S. but across the globe, according to Isaac Saul of Tangle.…
Kazakhstan plans to host several large-scale concerts featuring international stars this year, Kazakh Tourism Chairman Talgat Gazizov said at a recent government meeting. First event set for May The first major music event with international performers is scheduled for May. Artists expected to appear include producer and musician Timbaland, singer…
Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov said WhatsApp is not secure, making the claim in a post on the social media platform X. According to Durov, the Meta-owned messaging service contains numerous vulnerabilities that could be exploited by attackers. He said his team identified several potential weaknesses while analyzing WhatsApp’s…
British actor Stephen Graham revealed that he lost his Golden Globe just hours after winning it. The actor won Best Actor in the miniseries «Adolescence» and then flew from Los Angeles to Madrid. However, it later emerged that the suitcase containing the statuette had not made it onto the flight.…
Brooklyn Peltz Beckham, the 26-year-old eldest son of former football star David Beckham and former Spice Girls member Victoria Beckham, has gone public with a major rift with his parents, the BBC reported. In a series of Instagram Stories, Brooklyn said he no longer plans to repair his relationship with…
Bella Hadid has criticized Dolce & Gabbana, saying the fashion house is long overdue for canceling. Her comments followed the brand’s presentation of its fall/winter 2026-2027 menswear collection on Jan. 17 at the Milan Fashion Week, where only white models appeared on the runway. Hadid accused the designers of bias…
