Month: March 2026

Project Hail Mary, starring Ryan Gosling, soared to the top of the North American box office with an impressive debut of about $80.5–$80.6 million. The sci-fi adventure not only claimed the No. 1 spot by a wide margin, but also delivered the biggest opening of the year so far.

The film’s launch marks a milestone for Amazon MGM Studios, setting a new record for the company and surpassing the previous high set by Creed III. It also outpaced earlier 2026 releases, including Scream 7. Strong reviews and enthusiastic audience reactions helped push ticket sales beyond early projections, with the movie earning a 95% score on Rotten Tomatoes and an “A” grade from CinemaScore audiences.

Adapted from Andy Weir’s bestselling novel, the big-budget film—directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller—follows a scientist on a high-stakes mission to prevent humanity’s extinction. With a production cost around $200 million, its long-term performance will be key to turning a profit. Internationally, the movie added $60.4 million from 82 markets, bringing its global total to roughly $140.9 million.

“We believe deeply in the Hail Mary, and it’s clear audiences do as well,” says Amazon MGM’s distribution chief Kevin Wilson. “What we’re seeing in theaters — the energy, the exit scores, the word of mouth — is everything we believed this film would deliver.”

Far behind in second place, Hoppers brought in $18 million, followed by Dhurandhar The Revenge with $9.6 million. Ready or Not: Here I Come and Reminders of Him rounded out the top five with $9.1 million and $8 million, respectively.

The rest of the top 10 included Scream 7 ($4.3 million), GOAT ($3.5 million), Undertone ($3 million), Wuthering Heights ($475,000), and Avatar: Fire and Ash ($280,000).

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Grammy-winning rap star Megan Thee Stallion is adding Broadway to her résumé. Megan will make her stage debut in Moulin Rouge! The Musical, stepping into the role of nightclub owner Harold Zidler for a limited engagement from March 24 through May 17 at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.

A social media post announcing the news reads: “Thee hottest news on Broadway”. Megan said in a statement: “Stepping onto the Broadway stage and joining the Moulin Rouge! The Musical team is an absolute honor. I’ve always believed in pushing myself creatively and theater is definitely a new opportunity that I’m excited to embrace. Broadway demands a different level of discipline, preparation and storytelling, but I’m up for the challenge and can’t wait for the Hotties to see a new side of me.”

Based on Baz Luhrmann’s 2001 film, the jukebox musical blends contemporary hits into a love story set in Paris’ Montmartre district.  Megan Thee Stallion’s casting marks the first time a female-identifying performer has played Zidler in any production of the show worldwide. The part was originated on Broadway by Tony winner Danny Burstein, with later turns by Boy George, Tituss Burgess, Wayne Brady and Bob the Drag Queen.

Producer Carmen Pavlovic said in a statement: “Welcoming Megan Thee Stallion into the ‘Moulin Rouge! The Musical’ community is a thrilling moment for us. Megan is a true global superstar. She is one of the most influential artists of her generation and her impact on music and culture is undeniable. This historic casting is a major part of our closing celebrations: our farewell gift to Broadway audiences and one of our biggest announcements in the history of Moulin Rouge! The Musical. We want our show to go out with a spectacular bang, and Megan is the force of nature to lead us there. And yes, there will be a hint of music from her own iconic catalogue. It’s an unmissable moment for both Megan’s fans and ours.”

Since opening in 2019, Moulin Rouge! The Musical has become one of Broadway’s longer-running hits. The show is set to close July 26 after more than seven years and over 2,200 performances, ending its run on a high note with one of hip-hop’s biggest names leading the curtain call.

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Drew Barrymore’s daytime talk show will remain on the air for at least two more years, after landing a two-season renewal that extends the program through the 2027–28 television season.

The announcement was shared on the show’s official social media: “We’re so excited to announce that we’ve been renewed for not one, but TWO more seasons!” Barrymore also celebrated the news personally, writing on Instagram Stories, “I’m so grateful and so excited!”

Launched in 2020 and filmed in New York, the syndicated series blends celebrity interviews with lifestyle discussions and human-interest stories. Since its debut, the show has steadily built an audience and digital following. This season has become its most-watched yet, averaging about 1.6 million viewers per day while reaching roughly 14 million followers across social media platforms.

Executive producer Jason Kurtz credited Barrymore’s personality for the program’s appeal, stating: “Drew is the original influencer — a true trendsetter and culture-driving force who has consistently stayed ahead of the conversation. The success of this show is rooted in the fact that Drew shows up as her unfiltered, authentic self every single day, continually challenging the conventions of daytime television and reimagining what the format can be in a multiplatform world.”

Stations owned by CBS, along with outlets operated by Sinclair and Nexstar, have signed on for the new seasons. The pickup will carry the program through its seventh and eighth seasons, and it is also receiving improved time slots in several major markets, including Seattle and Minneapolis–St. Paul, as well as cities such as Cleveland, Charlotte, Baltimore, Kansas City and Cincinnati.

The show’s success arrives during a period of change in daytime television, with several other programs preparing to end their runs later this year, including The Kelly Clarkson Show and Sherri. At the same time, The Jennifer Hudson Show has also recently secured a renewal.

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NBC long-running sketch show ‘Saturday Night Live’ announced on social media that Jack Black will return to host the April 4 episode, with rock musician Jack White appearing as the musical guest.

The appearance marks Black’s fifth time hosting the NBC comedy series, putting him in the show’s well-known five-timers club. His return comes less than a year after his last stint on April 5, 2025, following a long gap — nearly two decades — between his third and fourth hosting appearances.

Meanwhile, White will make his sixth appearance as SNL’s musical guest. The former frontman of The White Stripes last performed on the show in 2023 and also appeared during the show’s 50th anniversary homecoming concert in 2025.

The two performers have collaborated before. In 2018, White worked with Black’s band Tenacious D on the track “Don’t Blow It, Kage,” which was recorded at White’s Nashville studio and playfully credited to “Jack Gray.”

The upcoming episode will follow the broadcast that saw pop star and actor Harry Styles handled both hosting duties and musical performances. The April broadcast will be part of a short run of new episodes, before another brief break ahead of the season’s final shows in May.

Saturday Night Live airs Saturdays at 11:30 p.m. ET on NBC.

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Season 2 of The Hunting Wives is adding several new faces as production moves forward on the upcoming episodes for Netflix.

John Stamos, Dale Dickey, and Cam Gigandet are set to appear in guest roles during the new season. Stamos will portray Chase Brylan, Dickey will play Zelda Moffitt, and Gigandet takes on the role of Gentle John Moffitt, though further details about the characters have not yet been revealed.

They join previously announced newcomers Kim Matula and Alex Fitzalan, along with returning cast members including Brittany Snow, Malin Akerman, Jaime Ray Newman, Dermot Mulroney, Evan Jonigkeit, George Ferrier, Karen Rodriguez, Hunter Emery and Branton Box.

The second season opens with tensions between Sophie and Margo. As the official description states, “At the start of Season 2, Sophie (Snow) and Margo (Akerman) are on the outs. But soon enough, old secrets and new foes force them back together,” setting the stage for another round of risky schemes and shifting alliances.

The drama is based on the novel by May Cobb and was created for television by Rebecca Cutter, who also serves as showrunner. Cutter executive produces alongside Cobb and Erwin Stoff, with Lionsgate producing the series. Season 2 will consist of eight episodes.

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ABC has abruptly halted plans to air the upcoming season of The Bachelorette, just days before its scheduled premiere. Season 22, which was set to debut Sunday, will no longer move forward following recent developments involving its lead, Taylor Frankie Paul.

The decision came shortly after footage from a 2023 domestic violence incident surfaced publicly between Paul and her then-partner, Dakota Mortensen. The video, shared by TMZ, appears to show Paul throwing metal barstools at Mortensen, while her daughter (that she shares with her ex-husband) was present in the room. The incident aligns with details from a past domestic violence case in which Paul was arrested and faced misdemeanor charges, including assault and child abuse. Reports at the time indicated that a chair allegedly struck her daughter during the altercation.

In a statement released Thursday, a spokesperson for Disney Entertainment Television said, “In light of the newly released video just surfaced today, we have made the decision to not move forward with the new season of The Bachelorette at this time,” adding, “Our focus is on supporting the family.”

Authorities in Draper City, Utah, have also confirmed there is currently an active domestic assault investigation involving both Paul and Mortensen. Officials stated that “allegations have been made in both directions” and that they were in contact with both individuals in late February.

Paul, a social media personality known for her presence on TikTok and as a central figure in the Hulu reality series ‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,’ had been preparing to lead the new season of the long-running dating show. Her personal life, including her relationship with Mortensen, has been featured on the reality series since its 2024 debut. The pair began dating in 2022 and share a young son together; and Paul is also the mother of two other children with her ex-husband.  Paul and Mortensen separated in early 2025 after months of speculation, with Paul later opening up about the emotional toll of the breakup.

Production has also reportedly been paused on the next season of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives due to the current active domestic assault investigation. Meanwhile, representatives for Mortensen have stated that his primary concern is the well-being of their child and maintaining a healthy co-parenting relationship.

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