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  • Hocus Pocus 2
    After 29 years since the wicked Sanderson sisters were defeated, Disney returns with a sequel to the Halloween classic Hocus Pocus. The original cast members Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy return as Winifred "Winnie" Sanderson, Sarah Sanderson, and Mary Sanderson, respectively, for the sequel, Hocus Pocus 2. Now, let’s dive into some facts and trivia about the film.
    2 min
  • Ponniyin Selvan- 1: Lesser-known facts, plot and much more
    The highly-anticipated epic period drama Ponniyan Selvan is set to hit theatres this Friday, the 30th of September. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Mani Ratnam, the film is based on Kalki Krishnamurthy’s eponymous book about the Chola King Arulmozhi. The story is set in the 10th century AD during the height of the Chola empire. Jayam Ravi essays the role of the Chola King Arulmozhi while Tamil superstar Vikram slips into the role of Aditha Karikalan, who was once heir to the throne and the eldest son of King Sundara. Some of the other important characters in this epic include Vallavaraiyan Vanthiyathevan, the brave warrior prince of the Vaanar Clan, Kundhavai, sister to both Arulmozhi and Aditha Karikalan, and Princess Nandhini of the Pazhuvettaraiyar clan who has ambitions to usurp the rulers of the Chola Empire. Karthi plays the role of Vanthiyathevan while Kundhavai is played by Trisha. The formidable Princess Nandhini is essayed by Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. So for today’s Now You Know, we take a look at some of the lesser-known facts about Ponniyan Selvan.
    2 min
  • Dahmer - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story,
    Netflix released its latest true-crime series this Wednesday. Titled Dahmer - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, it is a 10-episode retelling of one of the most notorious serial killers in modern history, Jeffery Dahmer. American Horror Story and X-Men star Evan Peters plays the lead role as the man the media called the Milwaukee cannibal. So for today’s Now You Know podcast, we take a look at some of the lesser-known facts about the deranged killer.
    2 min
  • Andor
    The latest Star Wars series, Andor, by Disney debuted with rave reviews from critics. As per the Rotten Tomatoes review aggregator, The Mandalorian is the only Star Wars series with a higher critics score. So for today’s Now You Know podcast, we take a look at some of the lesser-known facts about Andor.
    2 min
  • Blonde
    The highly anticipated Netflix film Blonde, based on the life of Marilyn Monroe, is set to release on the platform on the 28th of September. The film, starring Ana de Armas, premiered at the Venice International Film Festival last week to a standing ovation and has been well received by critics. So for today’s Now You Know podcast we take a look at some of the lesser-known facts of Blonde.
    2 min
  • She-Hulk Attorney at Law
    The new Disney+ Marvel series, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law is set to become an instant fan favourite. Tatiana Maslany stars as the titular hero with Mark Ruffalo reprising his role as Bruce Banner aka the Hulk. For today’s podcast, we take a look at some of the lesser-known facts about the show.
    4 min
  • The Sandman
    Neil Gaiman’s award-winning New York Times bestselling graphic novel, The Sandman, has finally been adapted into live-action. The dark fantasy epic is now a TV series on Netflix. So before you stream this iconic story, here are some lesser-known facts about The Sandman.
    4 min
  • And Just Like That

    Carrie Bradshaw and the gang are back! The spin-off to the hit TV series Sex and the City features Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, and Kristin Davis reprising their roles in the comedy-drama  And Just Like That…, Lets look into some trivia now.

    1. Kristin Davis’s character, Charlotte, has a new pet in the series, a dog named Richard Burton, named after the popular Welsh actor. Fans of the original show will remember that her previous dog was named Elizabeth Taylor. This is in fact a nod to the fact that the real-life actors Taylor and Burton were married twice.
    2. In the pilot episode of  And Just Like That… eagle-eyed fans will notice DVDs of Sex & the City on a shelf in Carrie Mr.Big’s residence.
    3. While most actors are not too keen on working on two simultaneous projects, Sarah Jessica Parker was not too concerned about doing double duty. She worked on And Just Like That... and Hocus Pocus 2 at the same time.
    4. As a result of the hype surrounding the series, the production demanded more intricate set pieces while filming with heightened surveillance to keep the paparazzi and bystanders from leaking any potential spoilers.
    5. Every child actor who essayed the roles of the children of the main characters has been replaced with new actors. Niall Cunningham replaces Joseph Pupo as Brady Hobbes. Cathy Ang replaced Alexandra Fong and Parker Fong replaced Lily York Goldenblatt, as both previous actors retired from acting. Whereas Alexa Swinton's character, Rose, was previously essayed by four different child actors.
    6. Most writers take real-life inspiration while creating characters and storylines. This was the case when writer Keli Goff used her own issues surrounding infertility for the plot line involving Karen Pittman’s character, Nya. A similar storyline was also used in the original series around Kristin Davis’s character, Charlotte. The noticeable difference is the fact that  Charlotte wanted to have kids whereas Nya is against the idea of having children.  

    Well, that's the OTTplay Now You Know for today, until the next episode it's your host Nikhil signing out.

    Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho

    • Written by Ryan Gomez
    4 min
  • The Gray Man

    Netflix's new action film, The Gray Man,  is a high-octane spy-thriller with Ryan Gosling, Ana de Armas, and Chris Evans in the lead roles with Tamil superstar Dhanush playing a supporting character. 

    Here are some lesser-known facts about the film. Let's begin

    1. Chris Evans essays the roles of the villainous Llyod Hansen in the film. However, he was initially offered the role of the protagonist, but Evans declined as he preferred to play the antagonist. The role eventually went to Ryan Gosling.
    2. Ana de Armas has previously worked with both Gosling and Evans in different films. She starred alongside Gosling in the critically acclaimed Denis Villeneuve sci-fi action film     Blade Runner 2049. In Rian Johnson’s riveting black-comedy drama, Knives Out, she played the lead role while Evans played an important supporting character. 
    3. Mishaps during filming are inevitable, but on Evans' very first day of filming, he accidentally smacked Gosling in the face with his prop gun.
    4. In a particular scene, Evans’ character, Hansen, calls Gosling’s character, Six, a Ken Doll, in reference to the popular Barbie toys for children. Coincidentally, Gosling will essay the role of Ken in Greta Gerwig’s 2023 film, Barbie, starring Margot Robbie in the lead.
    5. The scenes featuring Baku, Azerbaijan, were not on location. Instead, they were shot in the Czech Republic. In fact, the buildings in the scene featuring the funeral is the National Memorial on Vítkov Hill in Prague, the Capital of the Czech Republic.
    6. Chris Evans has previously worked with the film’s directors, the Russo brothers,  on multiple films. The Russo brothers helmed Captain America: The Winter Soldier and Captain America: Civil War, in which Evans played the titular superhero. They teamed up again with Evans for Avengers: Infinity War, and Avengers: End Game.

    Well that's the OTTplay Now You Know for today, until the next time it's your host Nikhil signing out.

    Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho

    • Written by Ryan Gomez
    3 min
  • Oppenheimer
    The highly anticipated Christopher Nolan film Oppenheimer has released its first look teaser. Peaky Blinders star Cillian Murphy plays the titular character supported by a star-studded ensemble of Robert Downey Jr, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Rami Malek, Florence Pugh, Jack Quaid, Josh Hartnett, Dane DeHaan, Matthew Modine, Alden Ehrenreich, David Dastmalchian, Jason Clarke, James D'Arcy, Casey Affleck, and Kenneth Branagh. It’s safe to say that the film boasts the most impressive cast ever assembled in history. So for today’s Now You Know podcast, here are six things you probably didn't know about the film.
    4 min

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