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Robert Downey Jr. & Scarlett Johansson In MCU(Photo Credit –Facebook/Instagram)

Marvel has been a huge part of our childhood. We grew up watching Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, and Avengers movies. While Robert Downey Jr. cemented the Marvel Cinematic Universe with his movie Iron Man (2008), in which he played the superhero character, Scarlett Johansson made her mark as Black Widow when she was introduced in Iron Man 2. Both of the actors tasted success in different ways while having their stint in the MCU.

Even though Scarlett Johansson’s salary didn’t come close to what Rdj earned during their MCU days, she is still considered one of the highest-paid actresses. Reportedly, Robert has bagged a $100 million contract for the new Marvel film, Avengers: Doomsday. So, was there a pay difference between an actor and an actress? Scroll ahead to find out.

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How Much Did The Naked Gun Score On Rotten Tomatoes?(Photo Credit –Facebook)

The Naked Gun, the fourth film in the action-comedy franchise of the same name, is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated Hollywood releases this year. Starring Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson, the movie is billed as a legacy sequel to 1994’s Naked Gun 33 ½: The Final Insult.

Ahead of its big screen release on August 1, 2025, The Naked Gun premiered at the Sva Theater in New York on July 28, 2025. The movie landed big on Rotten Tomatoes, earning a massive score and receiving positive reviews from critics. Continue scrolling to know more!

The Naked Gun Reboot Scores Big On Rotten Tomatoes!

Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson’s action comedy landed with a whopping 98% on Rotten Tomatoes. The review aggregator site also took to social media to announce The Naked Gun’s golden debut with a caption that read, “The...

Parminder Nagra & Keira Knightley May Reunite as Bend It Like Beckham 2 Takes Shape (Photo Credit – Prime Video)

Over the last couple of months, a new trend has emerged around the world and everyone is hoping onto it. Sequels are back and better than ever. Be it Devil Wears Prada returning with a second movie or Jurassic World being back with a new film. Zootopia and Avatar are also coming with new parts.

Zootopia 2 is on the horizon and so is Avatar 3 which is titled Fire and Ash. Now, another name is joining the list and it’s none other than Bend It Like Beckham. The sports comedy drama movie released in 2002 and was a smash hit. It seems it’s time for a sequel and a delve back into the world.

Bend It Like Beckham 2: Is A Sequel Happening With The Original Cast?

Gurinder Chadha, the director of Bend It Like Beckham,...

Bend It Like Beckham was one of the defining British films of the early '00s. It told the story of a young Indian girl, Jess (Parminder Nagra) who seeks to find a way to play soccer despite the disapproval of her conservative parents. Along the way she befriends another soccer player, Jules (Keira Knightley) and falls in love with a young coach (Jonathan Rhys Meyers). Now, decades later, the movie is getting a sequel.

Director Gurinder Chadha confirmed to Deadline yesterday that she was working on a sequel. The announcement couldn't have come at a better time, as women's soccer in Britain is having a moment right now - the whole nation celebrated when the Lionesses achieved glory at the Euros this week.

“I’m excited to revisit the original characters and revive the enduring story and build on the legacy we helped to create for the women’s game,...

Director Gurinder Chadha has said she’s “pretty certain” that the original cast will return for the footballing sequel Bend It Like Beckham 2.

British filmmaker Gurinder Chadha has been teasing a sequel to her 2002 sports classic Bend It Like Beckham for some time now, but the project has evidently gathered steam in recent months. Chadha has told several outlets that a sequel is in the works, and while it’s evidently in the early stages, she’s optimistic that she’ll be able to bring back the original cast – most prominently its leads, Parminder Nagra and Keira Knightley.

“I’m excited to revisit the original characters and revive the enduring story and build on the legacy we helped to create for the women’s game,” Chadha said in a quote shared by Deadline.

By the sounds of things, it’s still in the writing stages, since Chadha indicates that, while...

The girls are back. Filmmaker Gurinder Chadha confirmed that she is currently working on a sequel to the beloved 2003 soccer film Bend It Like Beckham.

“I’m excited to revisit the original characters and revive the enduring story and build on the legacy we helped to create for the women’s game,” Chadha told Deadline. She added that the original cast members, including Parminder Nagra, Keira Knightley, Archie Panjabi, and Juliet Stevenson, “are aware that a sequel is being developed, but they obviously want to see a script before they commit.

A sequel is officially in the works for Bend It Like Beckham, the British cult sports hit starring Parminder Nagra and Keira Knightley. The original movie, which debuted in the UK in 2002 and in the US in 2003, followed Nagra's Jess and Knightley's Jules as they played for a small amateur women's team in London and pursued their dream of a soccer career in the States.

Now, 23 years later, director and writer Gurinder Chadha has confirmed to Deadline that she's working on a sequel. The BAFTA-nominated filmmaker has teamed up with the current head coach of the US women's national soccer team and her husband and co-writer, Paul Mayeda Berges, to develop the concept and script.

Chadha told Deadline that she'd finally come up with an idea for the sequel "last month," 23 years after the movie's original premiere.

“I didn’t want to do anything because I didn’t have a story.

A Bend It Like Beckham sequel is in the works.The 2002 sports-drama movie - which starred Keira Knightley and Parminder Nagra - is widely credited with inspiring a generation of women to play soccer, and director Gurinder Chadha thinks now is the perfect moment to launch a sequel.The 65-year-old filmmaker told the BBC: "We've been part of changing the game for women, so it felt like this was a good time for me to go back and investigate the characters."The England women's soccer team have enjoyed significant success in recent years, and are currently preparing to take on Spain in the final of Euro 2025.Gurinder observed that attitudes towards women's soccer have changed since the first movie, but she admits that more progress is still needed.She said: "A lot has changed since the original movie, but I think that people still don't think that women should play football.

Gurinder Chadha says a Bend It Like Beckham sequel might be on the way!

The director of the 2002 soccer film, which starred Keira Knightley and Parminder Nagra, recently spoke to Deadline about the possibility of a sequel.

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“I’m pretty certain that everyone’s going to want to come back,” Gurinder said when asked about the original cast coming back. According to the director, the original movie’s cast is “aware” that a script is being developed for the sequel, but want to see the script before they sign on for the movie.

“Everything hinges on the script and if the original cast likes it. I am working really hard to make sure every character I bring back has a decent arc and scenes,” Gurinder told Deadline.

Gurinder said that the original film was about “lifting up girls and saying, ‘You can do and...

On July 26, Deadline reported that “Bend it Like Beckham” will be bending it like Beckham once again, or so says its writer/director Gurinder Chadha. The original film, released 23 years ago in 2022 and starring Parminder Nagra and Keira Knightley was an indie sleeper hit, grossing $76 million on a $6 million budget.

The comedy ended up being the harbinger of Knightley’s astronomical rise into stardom — coming just one year before “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl” and “Love Actually.” In it, she is one of two soccer playing girls (the other played by Nagra), who attempt to pursue the sport professionally.

“I’m excited to revisit the original characters and revive the enduring story and build on the legacy we helped to create for the women’s game,” Chadha said, adding that “I’m pretty certain that everyone’s going to want to come back” and that...

More than two decades after Bend It Like Beckham inspired a generation of girls to lace up their boots and chase their dreams, writer-director Gurinder Chadha has revealed that a follow-up to the beloved film is finally in the works. Speaking ahead of the 2025 UEFA Women’s Euro final between England and Spain in Basel, Chadha confirmed her intention to bring the story and its characters back in a brand new project. Whether it will be a direct movie sequel, a series, or another format entirely remains undecided — but one thing is clear: she’s ready to continue the legacy.

“I am so happy to be here in Basel for the Euros, the atmosphere is amazing,” Chadha said to The Guardian. “What I can share with you today is my very clear wish to bring the beloved characters from Bend It Like Beckham back to you and audiences globally very,...

Exclusive: Gurinder Chadha reveals to Deadline that a sequel to her celebrated 2002 film Bend It Like Beckham, which starred Parminder Nagra and Keira Knightley, is officially in the works. “I’m excited to revisit the original characters and revive the enduring story and build on the legacy we helped to create for the women’s game,” the London-based director confirms.

Chadha adds that Nagra, Knightley, Archie Punjabi, Juliet Stevenson and other members of the original cast “are aware that a sequel is being developed, but they obviously want to see a script before they commit.

“I’m pretty certain that everyone’s going to want to come back,” she adds hopefully.

‘Bend It Like Beckham’ (Everett Collection)

“Everything hinges on the script and if the original cast likes it,” Chadha says. “I am working really hard to make sure every character I bring back has a decent arc and scenes.

Keira Knightley’s actor-parents got her an agent when she was six, and she starred in several TV films and commercials. She played a minor role in The Phantom Menace due to her resemblance to Natalie Portman. However, her breakthrough came in the 2002 sports comedy film, Bend It Like Beckham. She played the tomboy footballer Jules Paxton in the film.

In a recent interview, Knightley wrongly remembered that she was bashed for the film. However, it received surprisingly good reviews from the critics. Interestingly, a few years earlier, the Pirates of the Caribbean actress called for a lesbian-themed sequel to Bend It Like Beckham.

Keira Knightley open to a Bend It Like Beckham sequel Keira Knightley as Jules and Parminder Nagra as Jess in Bend It Like Beckham | Credits: Fox Searchlight Pictures

Bend It Like Beckham came as a surprising hit, with critics praising the screenplay and its light-hearted tone.

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If you're a Batman fan (or even if you aren't), you must've heard of Christopher Nolan's "Dark Knight" Trilogy. Led by Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne, these three movies — "Batman Begins," "The Dark Knight," and "The Dark Knight Rises" — have raised the bar for every Batman movie made since. But are there truly only three Dark Knight movies?

The 2008 animated feature "Batman: Gotham Knight" was released as a tie-in to "The Dark Knight." Warner Bros. sold the film as a prequel to their new blockbuster, set between "Batman Begins" and "The Dark Knight."

"Gotham Knight" is not a single-feature, but an anthology of six shorts, each one with a different director and writer. The six shorts lead into each other, forming a narrative thread but still an episodic one. The shorts, which offer treats for both Batman and anime fans,...

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The Mentalist is a police procedural mystery crime thriller drama series created by Bruno Heller. The CBS series follows Patrick Jane, who has exceptional observational skills. He used to pretend to be a psychic to earn money but now works as a consultant to the Cbi to catch dangerous criminals. His main goal behind joining the Cbi is to catch the notorious serial killer, Red John, who murdered Patrick’s family. The Mentalist stars Simon Baker, Robin Tunney, Tim Kang, Owain Yeoman, Amanda Righetti, Rockmond Dunbar, Emily Swallow, Joe Adler, and Josie Loren. So, if you loved the compelling stories, thrilling mysteries, and entertaining characters in The Mentalist, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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Castle is a police procedural mystery crime comedy-drama series created by Andrew W. Marlowe. The ABC series...

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Wild Cards is a police procedural crime comedy-drama series created by Michael Konyves. The CW series follows down-and-out police detective Ellis, who had been demoted to the maritime unit, but his life changes when he is ordered to transport Max, a brilliant con woman. When Max helps Ellis in solving a major case, both of them are given an opportunity to work together. Wild Cards stars Vanessa Morgan, Giacomo Gianniotti, Jason Priestley, Terry Chen, Michael Xavier, and Karin Konoval. So, if you loved the entertaining stories, thrilling mysteries, and compelling characters in Wild Cards, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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White Collar is a police procedural crime comedy-drama series created by Jeff Eastin. The USA Network series follows Neal Caffrey, a brilliant and charming con artist, and forger who...

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The Hunting Party is a police procedural mystery crime drama series created by JJ Bailey. The NBC series follows Rebecca “Bex” Henderson, an FBI Special Agent who is recruited to lead a small team of investigators to hunt down and capture some of the most dangerous killers in the world after they escape from a top-secret prison. The Hunting Party stars Melissa Roxburgh, Patrick Sabongui, Sara Garcia, Josh McKenzie, and Nick Wechsler. So, if you loved the thrilling mystery, dangerous criminal cases, and compelling characters in The Hunting Party, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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The Blacklist is a mystery action crime thriller drama series created by Jon Bokenkamp. The NBC series follows Raymond Reddington, an international criminal who is FBI’s one of the most wanted fugitives.

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Nikita is one of those shows that kept its audience on the edge of their seat with its complicated characters and over-the-top storylines. Based on the 1990 film La Femme Nikita by Luc Besson, the CW series follows Nikita, a young woman who was trained by a rogue government agency known as Division. She escapes to start a new life, but Division kills the man she loves. She returns three years later to bring down the agency with some help from someone on the inside. Nikita stars Maggie Q, Shane West, Lyndsy Fonseca, Aaron Stanford, Tiffany Hines, Melinda Clarke, Xander Berkeley, Dillon Casey, and Noah Bean. So, if you loved the fun action set pieces, espionage thrills, and compelling characters in Nikita, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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John Krasinski made a major splash in 2018 with his debut horror feature, A Quiet Place. Along with co-writing and directing, Krasinski also starred in the film opposite Academy Award nominee Emily Blunt (his real-life wife). The thrilling film takes place in the near future, after Earth has been overtaken by violent aliens that hunt by sound. The audience is put in the shoes of a family who struggles to survive in a world in which making noise could result in certain death.

A Quiet Place was not only a hit in the horror community, but actually gained a massive audience around the world, as it ended up appealing to many people who wouldn't typically enjoy horror. Part of this is due to the way the film relies more heavily on suspense, as opposed to things like gore and excessive jump scares. The inclusion of a clever, captivating plot and several...

Justin Baldoni returned to the directorial chair in 2024 with It Ends With Us, which was a smash hit. However, the actor and director had made his directorial debut a few years earlier with 2019's Five Feet Apart.

Justin Baldoni started his career in the film industry as an actor and his most defining role was the one of Rafael Solano in the CW satirical series Jane the Virgin. Following the end of the series, Baldoni made a career shift and focused more on work behind the camera. His directorial debut came in 2019 with CBS Films' Five Feet Apart, which is now streaming for free on Tubi amid the drama with It Ends With Us.

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Keira Knightley has been in the film industry for a long time, but her role in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise opposite Johnny Depp and Orlando Bloom propelled her to success and worldwide acclaim. However, the actress has not been happy about the experience but would rather not work on any franchise again due to the films.

Keira Knightley in Pirates of the Caribbean | Credit: Walt Disney Pictures

While it is true that the Pirates of the Caribbean films have been Knightley’s highest-grossing films, they aren’t in the top 5 best movies of her career according to critical ratings.

Keira Knightley Gets Candid About Pirates of the Caribbean Franchise Keira Knightley and Geoffrey Rush in Pirates of the Caribbean | Credit: Walt Disney Pictures

Keira Knightley has often spoken about her experience in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, revealing that despite the fun time it was an incredibly arduous experience for her.

Richard Gadd, the creator of Baby Reindeer, has recruited Fantastic Four star Jamie Bell to join him in the new drama series Half Man. The HBO and BBC show will run for six episodes with plans to begin shooting next year.

Deadline reports that Half Man follows the story of two estranged 'brothers', Ruben (Richard Gadd) and Niall (Jamie Bell). "When Niall's estranged 'brother' Ruben shows up at his wedding, it leads to an explosion of violence that catapults us back through their lives," Deadline writes. The show is set to span forty years, from the 1980s to present day, as it focuses on the brothers' relationship and how it evolves over time. Throughout the highs and lows of Niall and Ruben's lives, Half Man will follow the brothers meeting as teenagers, falling out as adults, and will "capture the wild energy of a changing city - a changing world,...

Acorn TV has announced the titles that will be available on the AMC-owned streaming service in December 2024. The Acorn TV December 2024 slate adds to the service’s various acclaimed English and foreign-language dramas, engaging comedies, documentaries, and more.

The December schedule includes The Chelsea Detective Season 3 Christmas special, Dalgliesh Season 3, Darby and Joan Season 2, and more.

Dalgliesh Season 3 Acorn TV December 2024 Highlights

Dalgliesh Season 3 (Acorn TV Original Series) – The New Season Premieres Monday, December 2; Two Episodes Premiere Every Monday Until the Season Finale on December 16

Based on three of the novels from P.D. James’ bestselling murder mystery series, “Adam Dalgliesh Mystery,” with Bertie Carvel reprising his role as the enigmatic titular investigator.

Season 3 is made up of three distinct mysteries, each two episodes long — set in 1979 on the cusp of Margaret Thatcher’s victory and sees Commander Adam Dalgliesh (Carvel) take on three highly sensitive cases – from a...

ER star Sharif Atkins is experiencing a little bit of deja vu. Once again, the actor -- who portrayed Dr. Michael Gallant for five years -- is on a medical drama. Once again, that medical drama airs on NBC. But when Atkins guest stars on Chicago Med in the Oct. 2 episode, he won't be wearing a white coat. And he's liable to break viewers' hearts.

In Season 10, Episode 2, entitled "Bite Your Tongue," Atkins portrays Joe Thomas, who's devastated to learn that his son's cancer has returned. As if that wasn't emotional enough, Joe and his wife are startled when the recently arrived Dr. John Frost wants to tell their child the whole truth about what he's facing. Cbr spoke to Atkins about guesting on Chicago Med, and telling a medical story from the other side of the clipboard.

Cbr: You spent most of five seasons on ER playing a doctor.

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It Ends with Us has generated a great deal of buzz. Being adapted from the beloved yet controversial book of the same name by Colleen Hoover, It Ends with Us is a surprise box office hit, grossing over $50 million in its opening weekend, exceeding tracking expectations. Plenty of elements played into the movie's big opening, but one was buzz about behind-the-scenes conflict with star Blake Lively and director/co-star Justin Baldoni, as many noted neither did promotion for the film together and were not photographed at the film's world premiere. Some reports suggest that Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, overtook the production, taking control away from Baldoni, while other reports paint Baldoni as difficult to work with.

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[Warning: The below contains Major spoilers for the D.I. Ray Season 2 finale “Enemy Within.”] D.I. Ray ends its second season with a closed case, a satisfying conclusion to the storyline involving the vile group chat filled with other law enforcement officials, and a possible new love for the titular character (Parminder Nagra). Rachita did take down Beardsmore (Ian Puleston-Davies), with help from Clive (Steve Oram) and eventually Henderson (Gemma Whelan), seems to be giving a romance with Patrick (Patrick Baladi) a try, and shares a sweet moment with her proud mom. Below, Nagra breaks down the finale and ponders the possibility of a third season. With Clive’s help and then Henderson, Ray is able to take down Beardsmore which is so satisfying. Parminder Nagra: So good. Honestly, Ian Puleston-Davies is just phenomenal. And when he blew up in that room, we felt like children being told off at school, the scene where he goes, “And you can ...

On Monday July 15 2024, PBS broadcasts D.I. Ray!

Staying on Top Season 2 Episode 5 Episode Summary

In this episode of “D.I. Ray” on PBS, viewers are thrust into a high-stakes investigation as Detective Inspector Ray finds herself in perilous territory. Titled “Staying on Top,” the episode follows Di Ray as she inches closer to uncovering a dangerous truth, only to become the target of a deadly threat. Amidst mounting pressure from the public following a triple homicide, Di Ray navigates the complexities of the case while facing personal danger that escalates with each step towards the truth.

Audiences can expect a gripping narrative that delves into the intricacies of police work and the relentless pursuit of justice. As Di Ray races against time to identify the suspect behind the triple homicide, tensions rise within the community and law enforcement circles alike. The episode explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the moral dilemmas...

On Sunday July 14 2024, PBS broadcasts D.I. Ray!

Staying on Top Season 2 Episode 5 Episode Summary

In this episode of “D.I. Ray” titled “Staying on Top,” viewers will witness intense moments as Di Ray finds herself on the brink of uncovering a dangerous truth. As she inches closer to solving the mystery, a deadly threat looms over her, raising the stakes of her investigation. The tension escalates as she navigates the risks involved in her pursuit of justice.

Amidst the unfolding drama, the pressure mounts on Di Ray to identify a suspect in a triple homicide case. Public disapproval adds to the urgency of the situation, pushing her to make critical decisions under scrutiny. The complexities of the case come to the forefront, challenging Di Ray to stay focused and determined in the face of adversity.

As the narrative unfolds, viewers can expect a gripping storyline that delves into the intricacies of...

On Sunday July 7 2024, PBS broadcasts D.I. Ray!

A Test of Wills Season 2 Episode 4 Episode Summary

In this episode of “D.I. Ray” titled “A Test of Wills,” viewers will witness Rachita confronting her past traumas as the team’s pursuit of Rav takes an unexpected twist. The tension rises as Rachita finds herself facing difficult memories and emotions while trying to solve the case. The episode promises to delve deeper into Rachita’s character, offering a glimpse into her inner struggles and resilience.

Meanwhile, the team relies on Martin’s information to track down a former friend of Frank who holds deep-seated resentment. This development adds a new layer of complexity to the investigation, highlighting the intricate relationships and dynamics within the team. As they navigate through personal histories and grudges, the detectives must stay focused on their mission to apprehend the elusive suspect.

“A Test of Wills” promises...

[Warning: The below contains Major spoilers for D.I. Ray Season 2 Episode 3 “The Hunt for Rav.”] “It felt like a good meal,” Parminder Nagra says with a laugh. She’s referring to her character, Di Rachita Ray, having to go see her ex-fiancé, the corrupt cop Martyn Hunter (Jamie Bamber), now in prison for his crimes uncovered at the end of Season 1. Now, in D.I. Ray Season 2, he claims to have pertinent information about the murder case she’s working. Martyn insists on talking to Rachita alone and remarks that solving this case would be a chance to prove herself. She keeps her focus on the case. He brings forth an alternate suspect, who was once tight with one of the murder victims before a falling out and has a score to settle. Rachita knows he wants something in return, and Martyn claims he’s hoping to put things right between them. She argues he wants a...

On Sunday June 30 2024, PBS broadcasts D.I. Ray!

The Hunt for Rav Season 2 Episode 3 Episode Summary

In this episode of “D.I. Ray” titled “The Hunt for Rav,” the intensity reaches new heights as the hunt for the killer escalates with the discovery of a third victim. The team is on edge as they delve deeper into the case, trying to piece together the clues that will lead them to the elusive Rav.

As the investigation unfolds, Rachita finds herself facing a blast from the past, forcing her to confront a familiar face that brings back memories she had long tried to bury. The personal stakes are raised as Rachita navigates the complexities of her past while staying focused on the present task at hand.

Meanwhile, Suzie takes matters into her own hands as she delves into her family’s affairs, uncovering secrets that could potentially shed light on the current investigation.

Noah Wyle knew ER would be a success after the audience's positive reaction to the pilot episode clips. Michael Crichton created ER, initially as a film, turning it into a TV series under Steven Spielberg's influence. ER overcame doubts, surpassing Chicago Hope and becoming a timeless classic.

Former ER star Noah Wyle recently sat down to reflect on the hit series, and at which point he knew it was going to be a success. According to him, it was very early on in its creation. Wyle played the part of John Carter on ER, which ran for 15 seasons from 1994 to 2009 on NBC. The series also starred the likes of George Clooney, Anthony Edwards, Julianna Margulies, and Eriq La Salle, and to this day its influence is felt in shows like Greys Anatomy and Chicago Med.

Chatting on the Still Here Hollywood podcast with Steve Kmetko, Noah Wyle said that...

On Monday June 24 2024, PBS broadcasts D.I. Ray!

Rivals Season 2 Episode 2 Episode Summary

Prepare for an intense episode of “D.I. Ray” airing on June 24, 2024, on PBS! In Season 2, Episode 2 titled “Rivals,” Detective Inspector Ray faces a high-stakes mission as she teams up with Serious Organized Crime to rescue her prime murder suspect.

Amidst the pressure of solving a critical case, Ray navigates complex alliances and unexpected challenges to uncover the truth. As tensions rise and loyalties are tested, Ray’s determination to bring justice drives her forward in the face of adversity.

Meanwhile, a photo discovered on Rav’s laptop leads to a shocking revelation that adds a new layer of intrigue to the investigation. As secrets unravel, Ray and her team find themselves racing against time to untangle the web of deceit.

Don’t miss the gripping twists and turns in Season 2, Episode 2 of “D.I. Ray” on June 24, 2024, on PBS.

On Sunday June 23 2024, PBS broadcasts D.I. Ray!

Rivals Season 2 Episode 2 Episode Summary

In this episode of “D.I. Ray” titled “Rivals,” viewers will witness an intense collaboration as Ray partners with Serious Organized Crime to save her main murder suspect. The plot takes an unexpected turn when a photo found on Rav’s laptop unveils a surprising revelation that will keep the audience on the edge of their seats.

As Ray navigates the complexities of her investigation, the dynamics between the characters come to the forefront, showcasing their strengths and vulnerabilities. The alliance with Serious Organized Crime adds a new layer of suspense and intrigue to the storyline, leaving viewers curious about the outcome of this unlikely partnership.

With the discovery linked to the photo on Rav’s laptop, the stakes are raised, and the mystery deepens. The episode promises to deliver a thrilling blend of suspense, drama, and...

On Monday June 17 2024, PBS broadcasts D.I. Ray!

Wrong Place Season 2 Episode 1 Episode Summary

In this episode of “D.I. Ray,” viewers will witness a gripping turn of events as D.I. Ray finds himself back in the world of homicide investigations. The upcoming episode titled “Wrong Place” sets the stage for a thrilling narrative as the detective is faced with the aftermath of a tragic drive-by shooting that claims the life of a young nurse.

As the story unfolds, viewers will be drawn into the complexities of the case as D.I. Ray navigates through the clues and challenges that come his way. The episode promises to deliver a mix of suspense, drama, and intrigue as the detective delves deep into the investigation to uncover the truth behind the fatal incident.

With the stakes higher than ever, “Wrong Place” is set to keep audiences on the edge of their seats as D.

“She’s probably a little bit reluctant, honestly, to go back to work,” Parminder Nagra admits of her character, Detective Inspector Rachita Ray, when D.I. Ray picks up with a second season on PBS on June 16. The show’s first season ended with Rachita discovering that her fiancé, Dci Martyn Hunter (Jamie Bamber) was dirty; he was arrested and is now in prison. During the course of the investigation, Rachita grew close to and romantically involved with Ps Tony Khatri (Maanuv Thiara), and he was killed. So how is she doing at the beginning of Season 2, which picks up two months later, following her suspension from the force? “She wasn’t left in good shape by the end of first season after the amount of betrayal that she went through, especially with her partner and the fact that we pick up so quickly after the shooting of Tony, [Martyn] going to prison,...

Gurinder Chadha has revealed that she’s making a film based on Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” but one with a distinctly contemporary twist.

Speaking to U.K. Parliament on Tuesday about the current state of the country’s film industry, she said the upcoming film was would have an Indian lead character. “My Scrooge is an Indian Tory who hates refugees,” she said.

Chadha, best known for Parminder Nagra and Keira Knightley starrer “Bend it Like Beckham,” also said the film had support from True Brit Entertainment, the new distribution company set up by former Lionsgate U.K. and Europe head and Marv Studios CEO Zygi Kamasa.

“It’s very close to Dickens’ original themes with the cost of living crisis in the Britain,” she said, admitting that she’d spoken to U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak about the film and he’d asked her not “make him look...

ER season 14 suffered from the writer's strike and had significant quality issues, causing plot arcs to be cut short and making it less interesting. ER season 13 saw the departure of original cast members, losing the spark that made the show special. ER season 11 struggled to maintain the excitement and strong plots of past seasons after the departure of beloved characters.

Running for fifteen seasons, ER was the prototype for the success of many medical dramas on television, but not every season achieved the same quality. The series revolves around the day-to-day lives of the doctors and staff of County General Hospital in Chicago. Though it's a fictionalized hospital, ER gained popularity for how well it portrayed real events and emergencies and centered the experience of the characters. Throughout its long run, the series' revolving door of main characters was both a strength and a weakness for the show.

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Quick Links Most Recent Bend It Like Beckham 2 News Bend It Like Beckham 2 Isn’t Confirmed Bend It Like Beckham 2 Release Date Prediction Bend It Like Beckham 2 Cast Bend It Like Beckham 2 Story Bend It Like Beckham 2 may actually happen, as director Gurinder Chadha is inspired by the success of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. The sequel hasn't been confirmed yet, but if it does happen, it could be released 1-2 years from confirmation, possibly in 2025. The cast for Bend It Like Beckham 2 hasn't been finalized, but it's likely that stars from the original, such as Keira Knightley and Parminder Nagra, could return. The story could focus on soccer at an international level.

Bend It Like Beckham 2 is the proposed followup to the hit 2002 British soccer movie, and thanks to teases from director Gurinder Chadha it may actually be happening. Bend It Like Beckham stars Parminder Nagra as Jesminder “Jess” Kaur Bhamra,...

Bend It Like Beckham could deliver a successful sequel 20 years later due to its iconic status in the world of women's soccer movies. The film's director, Gurinder Chadha, initially hesitated to make a sequel but is now considering it due to the recent popularity and success of women's football. With the growing popularity of women's soccer worldwide, a sequel to Bend It Like Beckham could be a massive hit.

These days, it's never too late for a movie to get a sequel. And Hollywood is full of great examples of this. Therefore, the fact that the sports comedy-drama Bend It Like Beckham could deliver its second part more than 20 years after its premiere would not be a surprise, and the director knows it. Released in 2002, Bend It Like Beckham has become an emblem in the world of football soccer movies, especially for women, at a time when female soccer was...

Filmmaker Gurinder Chadha, director of ‘Bend It Like Beckham’, is teasing the possibility of a sequel to the 2002 film which starred Parminder Nagra and Keira Knightley. “I never really wanted to make a sequel to the film, because I just thought the way Parminder and Keira played it, and Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Archie Panjabi, I could never really follow that up and create that same magic in the same way,” Chadha told Metro UK in an interview, reports deadline.com.

“But with the recent success of football, I just feel like I’m starting to percolate an idea for a possible sequel of some kind.”

Chadha co-wrote the sports comedy-drama alongside Guljit Bindra and Paul Mayeda Berges. The film also starred Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Anupam Kher, Juliet Stevenson, Shaznay Lewis and Archie Panjabi.

‘Bend It Like Beckham’ was a film that followed Jesminder and Jules as they chased their...

Filmmaker Gurinder Chadha, director of ‘Bend It Like Beckham’, is teasing the possibility of a sequel to the 2002 film which starred Parminder Nagra and Keira Knightley. “I never really wanted to make a sequel to the film, because I just thought the way Parminder and Keira played it, and Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Archie Panjabi, I could never really follow that up and create that same magic in the same way,” Chadha told Metro UK in an interview, reports deadline.com.

“But with the recent success of football, I just feel like I’m starting to percolate an idea for a possible sequel of some kind.”

Chadha co-wrote the sports comedy-drama alongside Guljit Bindra and Paul Mayeda Berges. The film also starred Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Anupam Kher, Juliet Stevenson, Shaznay Lewis and Archie Panjabi.

‘Bend It Like Beckham’ was a film that followed Jesminder and Jules as they chased their...

Gurinder Chadha, director of Bend It Like Beckham, is teasing the possibility of a sequel to the 2002 film which starred Parminder Nagra and Keira Knightley.

“I never really wanted to make a sequel to the film, because I just thought the way Parminder and Keira played it, and Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Archie Panjabi, I could never really follow that up and create that same magic in the same way,” Chadha told Metro UK in an interview. “But with the recent success of football, I just feel like I’m starting to percolate an idea for a possible sequel of some kind.”

Chadha co-wrote the sports comedy-drama alongside Guljit Bindra and Paul Mayeda Berges. The film also starred Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Anupam Kher, Juliet Stevenson, Shaznay Lewis and Archie Panjabi.

Bend It Like Beckham was a film that followed Jesminder and Jules as they chased their dreams of becoming professional...

Bend It Like Beckham director Gurinder Chadha hints at a potential sequel, inspired by the recent success of the English women's football team at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. The original movie has a significant legacy, with some English athletes crediting it for inspiring them to play football. A sequel could capture this legacy. There has been previous talk of a sequel, with discussions around queer themes and the possibility of a lesbian storyline. There is a clear interest in whichever direction the sequel takes.

Bend It Like Beckham director Gurinder Chadha says she has an idea for a sequel. Released in 2002, the sports movie follows two ambitious girls, Jess (Parminder Nagra) and Jules (Keira Knightley), who pursue careers in professional football despite the disapproval of their parents. Bend It Like Beckham was a bona fide critical success, receiving praise for its light-hearted tone along with its undercurrent of social commentary on Indian culture.

More than 20 years ago, Jess Bhamra (Parminder Nagra), an 18-year-old British Indian football fanatic, first graced our screens in a surreal initial dream scene entrance, her face photoshopped onto a football player running around a pitch, and her goal being discussed by dream-version Gary Lineker in the BBC Sports Studio newsroom. Today, Gurinder Chadha’s humbly-originated film is considered a global box office smash-hit; its iconic 2000s nostalgia, quirky humor, and important portrayal of themes related to identity and culture, all making it a timeless classic.

Network: NBC

Episodes: 218 (hour)

Seasons: 10

TV show dates: September 23, 2013 -- July 13, 2023

Series status: Ended

Performers include: James Spader, Megan Boone, Diego Klattenhoff, Ryan Eggold, Parminder Nagra, Harry Lennix, Amir Arison, Mozhan Marnò, Hisham Tawfiq, Laura Sohn, and Anya Banerjee.

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Raymond "Red" Reddington (James Spader) is a former government agent but has been one of the FBI's most wanted fugitives for decades. Known as "The Concierge of Crime," he has brokered shadowy deals for criminals across the globe.

Things take a strange turn when he mysteriously surrenders to the FBI with an unusual offer. He offers to help catch a long-thought-dead terrorist named Ranko Zamani -- under the condition that he speaks only to Elizabeth "Liz" Keen (Megan Boone). Liz is a rookie FBI profiler with...

When this unassuming comedy came out in 2002, women’s football wasn’t a professional sport in the UK or Australia. It’s worth revisiting as the Women’s World Cup approaches

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When Bend It Like Beckham came out in 2002, women’s football wasn’t a professional sport in the UK or Australia. But with Jesminder “Jess” Bhamra, the film’s inspiring central character, came hope for all women and girls dreaming of being the next big thing. More than 20 years on fans still celebrate what the film did for aspiring female footballers and British-Asian women. And, in the lead-up to this year’s Women’s World Cup, it acts as a gentle reminder that opportunities in women’s sport haven’t been, and still aren’t, always on par with those of men.

What’s it like to play Dracula? And Henry VIII and Elvis? And play tennis for Woody Allen? Only one man can say, and he’s waiting to tell all about his versatile career

Jonathan Rhys Meyers has played everyone from Elvis (in 2005 miniseries Elvis) to Dracula (in 2013 TV series Dracula) and Henry VIII in The Tudors (the latter earning him two Golden Globe nominations.) On film, he’s helped out Tom Cruise in Mission: Impossible III, played bisexual glam rocker Brian Slade in Velvet Goldmine and, of course, coached football to Keira Knightley and Parminder Nagra in Bend It Like Beckham. And let’s not forget Woody Allen’s Match Point, in which he plays social climbing tennis pro Chris Wilton who has the hots for Scarlett Johansson.

Now Rhys Meyers embraces his inner Jack Bauer in high-octane thriller 97 Minutes, playing an Interpol agent embedded deep in a terrorist cell,...

Sports have been a big part of human life. Most people worldwide watch sports events and wager on different aspects of the games. Technological innovations have also made the fan experience more immersive. For instance, digital media has brought players closer to the fans as they can interact on social media platforms like Instagram. Additionally, fans can play sports simulation games like FIFA, Fantasy Football, and Football Manager.

However, nothing beats the thrill of watching a sports movie. Sports movies offer everything a sports fan would dream of; for example, they showcase teamwork, offer inspirational examples, or other aspects of sports such as betting. Therefore, there is a sports movie for everyone, including those eager to place a Sportsbet on top platforms like Betway. Here are the top sports movies we bet you’ll love!

Bend It Like Beckham (2002)

This sports movie inspired an entire generation. The movie tells the...