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On February 3, the 67th Grammy Awards ceremony took place. Traditionally, this award is given for achievements in the music field. However, the award has already expanded its scope, honoring winners in other related fields, including best audiobook narration or stand-up concert recording, as reported by Daryo publication. Jamie Foxx Jamie Foxx is a versatile creator active in film, music, and stand-up comedy. His latest performance, titled What Had Happened Was..., is about the star's emergency hospitalization two years ago. Although American media has continuously reported that the actor's condition is very serious, he has remained silent and provided almost no commentary on the incident. He elaborated on this in his performance with detailed and unique humor. However, it was not comedy that brought him the Grammy award, but music. In 2010, he won the award for "Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group" for the track "Blame It," created in collaboration with rapper T-Pain. By the way, this is Foxx's only Grammy, and he has been nominated for this award a total of nine times. Whoopi Goldberg Goldberg is one of the 27 artists who have achieved the prestigious and highest title known as EGOT. This means that among her awards are the television "Emmy," the music "Grammy," the film "Oscar," and the theater "Tony" awards — an absolute achievement and unimaginable peak for any artist. The actress won an "Oscar" for her supporting role in the drama "Ghost." She has received two "Emmy" awards for hosting "The View" talk show and working on the documentary "Beyond Tara: The Extraordinary Life of Hattie McDaniel." Goldberg received the "Tony" award for her role in the musical "Thoroughly Modern Millie." The actress won a "Grammy" award in the "Best Comedy Album" category for "Whoopi Gold: Original Broadway Show Recording." Carrie Fisher In 2016, the "Star Wars" star published her personal memoir titled "The Princess Diarist." In the book, the actress recounts her life during the filming of the first part of George Lucas's space franchise. The title of the book refers to her role as Princess Leia. In the pages of her book, Fisher discusses how she got involved in the project, her brief romantic relationship with co-star Harrison Ford, and what her life was like outside the filming set of the famous project. In 2017, after her death (the actress passed away on December 27, 2016), she won a Grammy award for the audio version of her autobiography, which she personally recorded. Patrick Stewart The star of "X-Men" has numerous awards and even more nominations, including three Grammy nominations and one win. The actor was nominated in 1993 for the audio version of Charles Dickens's "A Christmas Carol," which he narrated, and in 2001 for the audio collection of "The Complete Sonnets of Shakespeare," but he did not win. However, in 1996, he won in the "Best Album for Children" category. The award was for Stewart's recording of Sergei Prokofiev's symphonic fairy tale "Peter and the Wolf." Kate Winslet Winslet is very close to joining the ranks of EGOT achievers. The British actress is only missing the "Tony" theater award. On the other hand, her list of awards and nominations is enviable: she has won an "Oscar" for the film "The Reader," two "Emmy" awards for the miniseries "Mildred Pierce" and the detective series "Mare of Easttown," as well as a "Grammy" award she received early in her career in 2000. The statue was awarded for her work on the children's audio collection "Listen to the Storyteller," recorded immediately after "Titanic." Joaquin Phoenix Phoenix had sung on screen long before the second "Joker" film unexpectedly turned into a musical. In 2005, the actor played a role in the musical biopic "Walk the Line," about country legend Johnny Cash. This role brought him numerous prestigious nominations and awards, including a "Golden Globe" and a BAFTA award from the British Academy of Film and Television Arts. However, the most unexpected among them was the Grammy award. This award was given to him in the complex category of "Best Soundtrack for Film, Television, or Other Visual Media" for personally performing Cash's songs. By the way, a few years later, Bradley Cooper also won the same category award for creating the soundtrack for his directorial musical drama "A Star Is Born." He shared this award with Lady Gaga and other co-authors. Rashida Jones The star of "The Office" is the daughter of the late famous composer and music producer Quincy Jones. Quincy Jones had an outstanding career and won the EGOT title in 2016. Among his achievements are nearly 30 Grammy awards, an Emmy award for the miniseries "Roots," a Tony award for producing the 2016 play "The Color Purple," and the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award — an honorary Oscar awarded for outstanding humanitarian work. His daughter Rashida Jones also started her career in music — for example, she participated as a background vocalist in the recording of Maroon 5's first studio album. However, Rashida earned her Grammy in a different field: in 2018, she directed, co-wrote, and co-produced a documentary film titled "Quincy" for Netflix, dedicated to her father. This project won the award for "Best Music Film." Robin Williams The famous comedian and tragic actor received seven Grammy nominations during his long career, winning five of them. In 1980, Williams was recognized as the best new artist for his solo stand-up performance titled "Reality... What a Concept." In 1984, he was awarded for the audio version of his third stand-up concert — "A Night at the Met." A year later, he won his fourth statue for voicing the children's book "Pecos Bill." Finally, in 2003, the actor received his anniversary Grammy for the audio version of the concert "Robin Williams Live" in the "Best Comedy Album" category.

Photo: Kinoafisha.net At first glance, the series “Magnificent Century” appears to be a love story depicted against the backdrop of the history of the Ottoman Empire during the reign of Sultan Suleiman. However, the series also addresses several issues related to modern reality, including social deprivation and the lack of women's place in society, as noted by Daryo publication. Social Deprivation Photo: Kinoafisha.net This concept refers to the limitation or absence of an individual's ability to have a full connection with society. As a result of social deprivation, a person may face psychological, emotional, or economic difficulties. All the girls in the sultan's harem were forcibly separated from their homeland, families, and friends at a very young age. Khurram, Nurbanu, Kosem, and thousands of other selected women experienced severe psychological trauma knowing they would never return home. The Role of Women in a Patriarchal Society Photo: Kinoafisha.net Despite some privileges granted to women in the Ottoman Empire, they were valued less than men. In such a society, the main danger for women was the lack of personal freedom. Men made decisions on behalf of women and never entrusted them with the choice. Initially, parents decided their daughter's fate, and later this right passed to husbands. Photo: Kinoafisha.net Women during the Ottoman period could not even dream of living independently. They were condemned to be passive and always submissive. The fate of women who resisted this was often tragic. To survive in this society, women learned not to swim against the current. It was difficult for women to elevate their status in such a society. Even if state governance fell into the hands of a woman, the value of girls in the country remained unchanged. Negative Environment Photo: Kinoafisha.net The jealousy and hatred among the women in the harem is a clear example of how it can lead to great calamity. While Khurram was trying to be a worthy wife and Muslim mother for the sultan, her mother-in-law Valide Sultan used all her power to eliminate Khurram. Instead of finding common ground with her daughter-in-law, the older woman preferred to fight with her. Valide Sultan, who was previously known for her dignity and wisdom, refusing to sit at the same table with Khurram resembled the whims of a teenage girl.

'Avatar 3' presents viewers with unprecedented air and sea battles. In an interview, the film's production designer Ben Procter stated that the military confrontations in the third installment will be much more intense and expansive than the final scenes of 'The Way of Water' from the previous film. In 'Avatar 3', titled 'Fire and Ash', the sea and air warfare will be epic enough to go down in history. This is also confirmed by newly released concept art images. The official premiere of the film is scheduled for December 2025.

Photo: Dunyo The famous Japanese singer and musician Mashu Komazaki has been appointed as the Ambassador of Uzbek Culture. This project was implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture of Uzbekistan by the embassy of the country to further expand cultural relations between Uzbekistan and Japan, aiming to promote the rich cultural heritage of the homeland, especially its national music and melodies in the land of the rising sun. A ceremonial event dedicated to the appointment of Mashu Komazaki as the 'Ambassador of Uzbek Culture' was held by the embassy. During the event, Ambassador Muhsinxoja Abdurahmonov presented Komazaki Mashu with the 'Ambassador of Uzbek Culture' badge and certificate for his significant contribution to the development of cultural and educational relations between Uzbekistan and Japan and for introducing the Japanese public to the rich historical and cultural heritage of our country. The ambassador emphasized that this title of 'Ambassador of Uzbek Culture' is the first ever awarded to a Japanese citizen, confirming the high attention of the Uzbek government towards developing cultural relations with Japan. It was noted that this prestigious title opens up broad opportunities for Komazaki Mashu to further promote Uzbek culture and art in Japan. Mashu Komazaki expressed immense happiness at being the first foreign citizen to receive such an honorable title and thanked the Uzbek government for the high trust placed in him. Mashu Komazaki was born in Tokyo. He graduated from the piano faculty of Tokyo University of the Arts in 2010. From 2015 to 2017, he worked as a music teacher at a secondary school in Bukhara under Japan's Overseas Cooperation Volunteers (JOCV) program. During his time in Uzbekistan, he learned to play Uzbek national musical instruments, particularly the dutar. In 2018, he performed the piece "Sunbula" on the Uzbek dutar at the First International Maqom Art Symposium held in Uzbekistan, securing a proud third place. He also achieved a proud third place at the "Sharq Taronalari" International Music Festival and the "Boysun Bahori" International Folklore Festival held in 2024.

Famous singer Sevinch Ismoilova, who gained popularity with the songs "Kara go'zim" sung with hitmaker Hamdam Sobirov, presented a one-day concert program to her fans at the "Friendship of Peoples" art palace on January 28. Young singer Sevinch Ismoilova's concert was attended by a correspondent from "Daryo," who interviewed the singer, her relatives, and duet partners . It was easy to see how many fans the singer had, as there wasn't a single empty seat in the concert hall that could accommodate over four thousand spectators. Photo: “Daryo” / Akmal Qudratov Despite the fact that singers who have been giving concerts for several years get very excited before the program starts, Sevinch, who was giving her second solo concert, felt free with her relatives and friends. Taking the opportunity, we invited her for an interview. Photo: “Daryo” / Akmal Qudratov — This time I feel a little calm inside, honestly, I was very excited last year. I realized that if I overcome the excitement and stay calm, the concert will go well and peacefully. I won't feel pressure from the people in front of me. Last year, I put pressure on all of them due to my excitement. That's why I'm quiet this time, Sevinch says with a smile. Photo: “Daryo” / Akmal Qudratov — This year there are many new things on stage, in the repertoire, and in the script. There are many surprises for me in my concert as well. We will premiere my new clip on the big screen at the concert. Last year, I also presented a new song and clip to my fans — this has become an annual tradition for us. We intend to continue this tradition beautifully in the coming years, she said. Guests at the concert included Vohidjon Isoqov, Osman Navruzov, clipmaker Ikrom Ali, and many other singers. Duets sung with Hamdam Sobirov and Alisher Bayniyazov forced the audience to dance. Photo: “Daryo” / Akmal Qudratov Photo: “Daryo” / Akmal Qudratov — I came as a guest to the concert today, the reason for not having a duet is that there were many duets in my concert as well. If we sang in mine, we would have to sing in his too, and it would be a repetition. Since our concerts are close together, we didn't want to overlap, and if fate allows, we will present our new song after the concert. Thanks to the strength and luck given by Allah, and besides, Sevinch is tirelessly working, she has reached the level of giving a concert in such a venue with the support of the people. I wish Sevinch to give concerts for 10-15 days in the future, says Osman Navruzov. The song "Kara go'zim," sung with Hamdam Sobirov, has been viewed 74 million times on YouTube. This song was undoubtedly a bright collaboration for both singers. Hamdam Sobirov congratulated Sevinch on her concert and presented her with bright red roses on stage. Photo: “Daryo” / Akmal Qudratov — The concert is taking place in a wonderful atmosphere. Compared to other artists, Sevinch stands out with her upbringing and unique approach to creativity. When she talks, she speaks sincerely, her heart is pure. I told her that I hope she will also have the opportunity to give concerts for 10 days in the coming years. We didn't manage to sing a new duet at Sevinch's concert, but God willing, there will definitely be a duet with her at my concert on May 24, he says. Photo: “Daryo” / Akmal Qudratov At the concert, "little healer" Dilshodbek Kattabekov, comedian Nodir "loli," and showman Ahror Qo'shmatov hosted, sharing good vibes with the audience between each block. Photo: “Daryo” / Akmal Qudratov When we spoke with Sevinch a few days ago during the concert program of singer Osman Navruzov, she recalled saying, "This year's concert will be one day; next year I want to do it for 2-3 days," and when we asked if one day was not enough for her fans, she mentioned that her plans had changed: Photo: “Daryo” / Akmal Qudratov Photo: “Daryo” / Akmal Qudratov — We have been talking about this for several days, and if fate allows, I want to give a concert for 2-3 days next year. I also have the idea of singing duets with master artists, but my grandfather was also a great artist and singer. Many of the master artists know my late grandfather well. It has become a regret for me not to see my grandfather at my concert. Fans of Sevinch Ismoilova mainly know her for her songs about love and cheerful tunes. However, does the singer also sing about heavier topics? To this question, Sevinch herself replied: Photo: “Daryo” / Akmal Qudratov — We will premiere my song titled "Omad" today; I can say that 99 percent of people have experienced similar events in their lives. I have also had many such events in my life. When I showed the clip to my relatives after it was ready, many of them shed tears, reminding them of my life, she said. Photo: “Daryo” / Akmal Qudratov Photo: “Daryo” / Akmal Qudratov

Famous singer Alla Pugachova and her husband Maxim Galkin attended the play "Memories of the Djinn," featuring actress Chulpan Khamatova. This was announced by Maxim Galkin through a video posted on his Instagram page. While commenting on the video, Galkin expressed gratitude to the creators and director of the play, stating, "I am glad to have witnessed this performance." According to various sources, the premiere of the play took place on January 27 at the Pattihio Theatre in Cyprus. Only two actors, Chulpan Khamatova and Maxim Sukhanov, performed in it. The main theme of the work is the search for identity in exile. Additionally, on January 29, it is expected that famous Russian composer and singer Dmitriy Malikov will turn 55 and celebrate this anniversary with a concert at the Kremlin Palace.

Despite being young, actor Mert Ramazon Demir has achieved fame not only in his homeland Turkey but also in other countries. He celebrated his 27th birthday on January 28 of this year. Below, we present interesting information about the Turkish star, who has millions of viewers and fans through his character Ferit Korhan in “Fortress Secrets.” Photo: Dzen 1. Large Family Mert Ramazon Demir was born into a family of entrepreneurs; his father was a craftsman and merchant in the Shile district of Turkey. The future actor's mother was a housewife who took care of the children. Mert Ramazon is the youngest of five boys. Additionally, the only girl in the family, his sister Zeyner, was born after him. Mert's childhood was spent in a small village in the Shile district. Demir's parents went through difficult times, and the family always struggled with financial issues, but the warm and trusting relationships among family members helped them overcome all obstacles. Photo: Haberler Mert spent his school years 50 kilometers away from Istanbul and often struggled to find money for rent during his student years, which is why all of his achievements are the result of his hard work. 2. Passion for Sports and Turkish Delight Photo: Instagram Mert had a passion for football and basketball during his school years and dreamed of becoming a professional athlete. His physically strong appearance helped during the filming of the historical series “Magnificent Century: Koʻsem.” There, the actors prepared seriously for a week of shooting: they lived in a training camp and learned skills such as horseback riding and fencing. Photo: Haberler During this time, Mert Ramazon did not abandon sports and even began to engage in boxing, swimming, and table tennis additionally. Moreover, Mert Ramazon loves sweets very much and cannot imagine his life without Turkey's rahat lokum. The actor himself admitted this in one of his interviews. 3. The Emergence of Love for Cinema Photo: Dzen The play by English playwright William Shakespeare amazed 17-year-old Mert so much that he began to take an interest in acting. According to him, it was the character of Hamlet that was the first role he tried: “I was 17 then — I was living with my brother, who was studying at a college in Denizli. I was preparing for the play “Hamlet.” When I remember that moment, it feels amazing. I became very interested in theater: it was my first role in life,” he says. From that moment on, the young athlete became interested in creativity, later studying acting at the Dialog Lecture Communication school. He then applied to Michel Danner's studio in Istanbul. During these years, the future actor began to participate in various castings. 4. The “Master” Series and Bullying Scene from the “Master” film Not long after, he played a small role in the TV series “Ms. Fazilet and Her Daughters.” After the filming of this project, Mert was finally convinced that acting was his destiny. At that time, his role in the series “Master” brought him great fame. In this series, which addressed the topic of bullying in schools, the actor played the role of Atesh. Interestingly, young Mert Ramazon was teased by his classmates in school for his thick eyebrows, which made him very shy growing up. After that, Mert Ramazon's acting career began to develop rapidly. He was regularly invited to new projects, and famous brands offered him multi-million dollar advertising contracts. Scene from the “I Am You” film Meanwhile, he acted in films such as “Rise of the Ottoman Empire,” “Shahmaran,” “Not the Time to Die,” “Naked,” “I Am You,” and “There is Love in Your Voice.” 5. “23” and Other Tattoos Photo: Dzen Mert Ramazon Demir has several small tattoos. For example, the number 701 is tattooed on his leg. According to the actor, this is the hotel room number where an important event in his life took place. The phrase “To the wonder” is tattooed on his wrist. Recently, another tattoo — the number “23” appeared on the actor's arm. According to fans' speculation, it could be a number related to the actor's future wedding date or the date of their first meeting. 6. Personal Life Photo: Instagram Mert's first love was a girl named Aysa, but their relationship ended after the actor moved to Istanbul. During the filming of “Fortress Secrets,” before becoming famous, there was no reliable information about the actor's personal life. Then in 2023, rumors emerged about a romantic relationship between Demir and his colleague Afra Sarachoglu. A few months later, Turkish media even published bright photos of their joint vacation. In fact, the actors had met earlier, having worked together on the projects “The Teacher” and “Ms. Fazilet and Her Daughters.” In the winter of 2023, Afra stated that there was nothing between her and Mert. After that, the media literally “exploded” with news of their separation. Photo: Dzen However, Mert Ramazon and Afra's vacation together in Portugal in January 2025 fueled rumors about their engagement. Some media outlets reported that the star couple was preparing for a wedding.

Photo: Netflix “Squid Game 2” series' second season was released by Netflix at the end of last year and caused a huge stir in the film industry. The series quickly surpassed all other series, with the number of viewers increasing day by day. According to international Nielsen company, which deals with audience measurement for television, radio, cinema, and other media, the continuation of the dystopia was watched for more than 4 billion minutes from December 23 to 29. This means that the viewing time by the audience amounted to nine years in one week. Although “Squid Game 2” had double the viewing time compared to other competing series, seven other projects were watched for more than one billion minutes from December 23 to December 29. For example, the film “Red” was watched for nearly 2 billion minutes, while the thriller “Handful” was watched for 1.5 billion minutes. The second season of this series, filmed in South Korea, was presented on Netflix on December 26, 2024. The show received an 83% positive rating from critics and a 63% positive rating from viewers on the Rotten Tomatoes platform.

During the third plenary session of the Senate, a law titled “On amendments and additions aimed at further developing live performance art in certain legislative acts of the Republic of Uzbekistan” was approved. The law establishes a number of powers for the Ministry of Culture related to the development of live performance art and the support of artists, creators, and performers. In particular, it is envisaged to determine the level and methods of using live performance or phonograms in organizing and conducting state cultural concert and entertainment events, to monitor compliance with current legislation regarding the use of phonograms and copyrighted works by performers, and to implement measures to support creators who contribute to enhancing the prestige of national art and culture. The law also introduces amendments and additions to the laws “On the protection of consumer rights,” “On cultural activities and cultural organizations,” and “On advertising.” Furthermore, the law includes additional provisions stating that the program of a concert or entertainment event must specify the performers and authors of the works, and that information regarding the level of phonogram usage in the advertisement of the concert or entertainment event must constitute at least ten percent of the total advertising space (area). This will help the audience make informed choices. It will be clear and transparent who is singing, who wrote the music, how much is live, and how much is a phonogram. It was noted at the meeting that the implementation of the new norms will contribute to the further development of the music industry, the discovery of new talents, and the active promotion of singers and musicians with genuine live voices. In Uzbekistan, incentives are being provided to representatives of the arts to promote live performances. As a result, interest in pop art is growing among the general public, especially among young people. In particular, by the decree of the president dated May 26, 2020, on “Measures to further enhance the role and impact of culture and art in society,” a system was introduced starting from September 1, 2020, to provide a 50 percent discount on rental fees for concert programs held on a fully live performance basis in concert halls and other institutions within the system of state bodies and organizations.

New rumors have spread in the Russian show business according to 52-year-old showman Stas Bareskiy, the relationship between the famous singer Alla Pugachyova and her husband Maxim Galkin has become official and they have divorced. According to Bareskiy, Pugachyova wants to return to Russia. He stated that "Alla no longer wants to see Maxim and wants to dedicate herself only to creativity, showing no interest in politics." Bareskiy emphasized that Russian show business has significantly lost its charm without Alla Pugachyova. Maxim Galkin is recognized as a foreign agent in Russia.

We present to your attention a new video posted on the Instagram page of Ziyoda, a representative of the Uzbek show business, for her fans. Singer Ziyoda purchased a Mercedes car worth 300 thousand dollars in Tashkent.

© Instagram / munisarizaeva Munisa Rizayeva's son turned two months old on January 24. The singer shared a video on her page showing how she celebrated this date in Argentina. Munisa Rizayeva's son is now 2 months old, and in connection with this, Arseniy is preparing steak for family members.

The world's highest-grossing films list has been published, featuring three blockbusters by James Cameron and two franchises from Marvel at the top. 1. "Avatar" (2009) – $2.93 billion James Cameron's science fiction film "Avatar" was the first film to surpass $2 billion in revenue. It returned to the top spot after a re-release in China in 2021. 2. "Avengers: Endgame" (2019) – $2.8 billion The final part of the Marvel franchise collected $1.22 billion in its opening week, achieving the most successful opening in history. 3. "Avatar: The Way of Water" (2022) – $2.32 billion The second part of "Avatar," which became the highest-grossing film during the pandemic. 4. "Titanic" (1997) – $2.26 billion Cameron's romantic drama maintained its popularity for 10 months. Its 2012 re-release in 3D also generated significant revenue. 5. "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" (2015) – $2.07 billion The first part of the space adventure became the third highest-grossing film in the world. 6. "Avengers: Infinity War" (2018) – $2.05 billion This is the third part of the Marvel franchise, which quickly grossed $1 billion. 7. "Spider-Man: No Way Home" (2021) – $1.92 billion The highest-grossing film in Sony's history and a project that helped revive cinema during the pandemic. 8. "Frozen II" (2024) – $1.7 billion Disney's animated film surpassed its first part within 16 days. 9. "Jurassic World" (2015) – $1.67 billion The science fiction franchise about dinosaurs achieved over $500 million in its opening weekend. 10. "The Lion King" (2019) – $1.66 billion Disney's reimagined classic showed record earnings for an animated film. The highest-grossing film in history: "Gone with the Wind" (1939) – $4.3 billion (adjusted for inflation)

The decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan on granting the honorary title of "Honored Artist of the Republic of Uzbekistan" to O. Nazirov has been announced. Due to his bright talent and performance skills, his significant contribution to the development of Uzbek opera art and our national culture, enhancing its glory, strengthening creative ties on an international level, allowing our people to enjoy world classical music, increasing the interest and love of youth for the world of art, and his exemplary work in educating them in the spirit of love for the Motherland and respect for universal values, as well as his active participation in social life, the decree states that the title of "Honored Artist of the Republic of Uzbekistan" should be awarded to Nazirov Otabek Baxadir oglu, an opera artist of the Uzbekistan State Symphony Orchestra.

Weddings in Uzbekistan do not happen without artists. The hosts of the wedding wish for the most famous and beloved singers to share high spirits with the guests on their family's joyful day. The information provided below will be helpful for those who are on the verge of starting a wedding comes in handy. Ziyoda Photo: Instagram If you plan to invite the singer Ziyoda to your wedding, prepare 600 dollars. Nilufar Usmonova Photo: Instagram If you intend to invite the singer Nilufar Usmonova to your wedding, this dream will cost you 700 dollars. Shohruxxon Photo: Instagram The unique singer Shohruxxon, who has a distinctive style in Uzbek art, will come to your wedding for 800 dollars. Rayhon Photo: Instagram The price for the services of the honored artist Rayhon Ganiyeva at weddings in the capital is set at 1000 dollars. Hamdam Sobirov Photo: Instagram If you want the singer Hamdam Sobirov to come to your wedding and perform hit songs, you will also need to pay him 1000 dollars. Munisa Rizayeva Photo: Instagram The recently blessed singer Munisa Rizayeva will provide her services at your wedding for 1500 dollars. Ozoda Nursaidova Photo: Instagram If you want the guests at your wedding to dance to "Koʻk Jiguli," prepare 1500 dollars. Farruh Zokirov Photo: Instagram The People's Artist of Uzbekistan, Farruh Zokirov, will perform his beloved songs for everyone for 2000 dollars. Yulduz Usmonova Photo: Instagram The price for the services of the People's Artist of Uzbekistan, Yulduz Usmonova, at weddings in the capital is set at 2000 dollars

In the film industry, every role can be a key opportunity for great fame. Knowing this, some actors and actresses sometimes decide to use deception to land a certain character. The following representatives of show business have never been afraid to use tricks to fulfill their dreams. Photo: “RBK-Ukraina” Robert Pattinson Photo: “RBK-Ukraina” Robert Pattinson, known for his role as a famous vampire in the “Twilight” franchise, a star of the sci-fi blockbuster “Tenet,” and the superhero “Batman,” was once a young actor trying to break into the film industry. On his path to success, he used cunning and later admitted this years later: “I was unemployed for many years. When I first came to Los Angeles, casting directors asked me what I had been busy with in recent years. I told them I studied at RADA. Those words sounded more credible because of my English accent,” Pattinson said to the Mirror publication. RADA (Royal Academy of Dramatic Art) is the most famous and prestigious acting and drama arts academy located in Britain. It is recognized as one of the best acting schools in the world. Fortunately for Pattinson, no one checked his diploma and other documents, and he was accepted for the role. Mila Kunis Photo: “RBK-Ukraina” Actress Mila Kunis revealed in one of her interviews that she had to hide her real age to play the role of Jackie Burkhart in the TV series “That '70s Show.” The actresses applying for the project had to be over 18, but Mila had just turned 14. The future star added not one, not two, but a full four years to her age. The producers only learned her real age after recognizing her talent. Thus, the role in “That '70s Show” became a starting point in Mila's career. Eddie Redmayne Photo: “RBK-Ukraina” Although Eddie Redmayne is a talented actor, he was unaware of horseback riding skills. During the casting for the role in the TV series “Elizabeth I,” director Tom Hooper asked him, “Are you sure you won't fall off the horse?” Redmayne, not wanting to miss the opportunity, assured everyone that he knew how to ride. However, it became evident on set that his words were a lie: “When the crew shouted ‘Motor,’ I literally started going down the hill on a horse at 100 miles per hour. I put both myself and half the crew in great danger,” Redmayne said in an interview with Conan O'Brien. At that moment, the director exclaimed, “You are a complete liar, Redmayne!” After that, Eddie was immediately sent to horseback riding classes. Chloë Grace Moretz Photo: “RBK-Ukraina” During her teenage years, Chloë Grace Moretz desperately wanted to land the role of Isabel in the film “Hugo” and decided to lie to director Martin Scorsese. Since the character was British, the actress came to the audition with a British accent and fabricated stories. “The casting director knew I wasn't British, but seeing my readiness to lie, they kept me,” the actress said. Chris Hemsworth Photo: “RBK-Ukraina” The 190 cm tall actor Chris Hemsworth sometimes got into the habit of intentionally stating that he was shorter during casting. “The roles I wanted to play didn't quite match my height and physique, so I would say my measurements were smaller,” the actor said in an interview with Radio Times. However, his height gave him an advantage for other films: “One of the requirements for the Thor character was that the actor had to be over 180 cm tall. That's why I was considered the ideal candidate for the role of the God of Thunder,” Hemsworth said. Anne Hathaway Photo: “RBK-Ukraina” Anne Hathaway convinced casting directors that she could ride a horse to land the lead role in the film “The Dark Knight Rises.” “My parents once gave me valuable advice: if someone asks you if you can do something, always say ‘yes.’ If you try hard enough, you can learn everything in two weeks.” The actress convinced the director of her skills as a rider and, after passing the casting, immediately enrolled in horseback riding classes. However, during filming, unexpectedly, the horse did not listen to Anne and threw her to the ground in front of all the professional rodeo performers. Source: Daryo.uz

Photo: forbes.ru In Los Angeles, the nominees for the prestigious American Academy Awards, the 'Oscars', have been announced. Nominees for 'Best Picture' are: 'Anora', 'Brutalist', 'Unknown Bob Dylan', 'Conclave', 'Dune: Part Two', 'Emilia Perez', 'I Am Here', 'Nickel Boys', 'Substance', and 'Cruel Woman'. In the 'Best Director' category, the following nominees have been selected: Sean Baker ('Anora'), Brady Corbet ('Brutalist'), James Mangold ('Unknown Bob Dylan'), Jacques Audiard ('Emilia Perez'), and Coralie Fargeat ('Substance'). Nominees competing for 'Best Actress' are: Demi Moore ('Substance'), Cynthia Erivo ('Cruel Woman'), Maika Monroe ('Anora'), Karla Gascón ('Emilia Perez'), and Fernanda Torres ('I Am Here'). Nominees in the 'Best Actor' category include: Edrian Brody ('Brutalist'), Timothée Chalamet ('Unknown Bob Dylan'), Colman Domingo ('Sing Sing'), Ralph Fiennes ('Conclave'), and Sebastian Stan ('The Apprentice'). For 'Best Supporting Actress', the following names have been selected: Ariana Grande ('Cruel Woman'), Monica Barbaro ('Unknown Bob Dylan'), Felicity Jones ('Brutalist'), Jamie Lee Curtis ('Showgirls'), Isabella Rossellini ('Conclave'), and Zoe Saldana ('Emilia Perez'). Nominees for 'Best Supporting Actor' are: Yura Borisov ('Anora'), Kiran Culkin ('Real Pain'), Edward Norton ('Unknown Bob Dylan'), Guy Pearce ('Brutalist'), and Jeremy Strong ('The Apprentice'). Leading in the number of nominations is the film 'Emilia Perez' with 13 nominations. 'Cruel Woman' and 'Brutalist' have 10 each, while 'Anora' is nominated for 6. The 'Oscar' award ceremony will take place on March 2.

Photo: Variety American actress Cameron Diaz acknowledged that her ten-year break from the film industry was the 'best years of her life.' She mentioned this on The Graham Norton Show during the show. “I must say, I really enjoyed this break. The years I spent not filming were the best times of my life. I saw myself primarily as a mother and a wife, and I lived a very happy life,” said Diaz. According to the actress, she is also pleased to return to the film industry. After a decade-long break, Diaz starred in the film “Back in Action” presented by Netflix. Cameron Diaz wants to voice Fiona again in “Shrek 5.” She also stated that she would immediately agree to star in a sequel to the 1994 comedy “The Mask” if Jim Carrey participates as well. Diaz emphasized that stepping away from the film industry allowed her to spend more time with her family and to rest mentally. After she began declining film roles, she continued to receive offers for several years. However, over time, the offers stopped coming. After a long break, Diaz referred to returning to film as a “great opportunity”: “If I let this slip away, my passion for creating films that bring laughter to people will fade. It would be foolish not to take advantage of this opportunity,” she said. Scene from “The Mask” For reference, in 2018, Cameron Diaz decided to leave acting, expressing her desire to spend more time with her family. Diaz's social media profile now reflects that she is not just a star but a homemaker. The profile description lists “mother” first and “actress” second. “When you are acting in films, it feels like you are fully owned. You work on set for 12 hours a day for several months. There is no time left for other things. I realized that I was giving a part of my life to other people. They were taking my life away. I just understood that I needed to take my life back, to take responsibility for my life,” Cameron explained.

Photo: Deadline Director James Cameron gave an interview to Empire magazine about the process of creating the third part of the 'Avatar' film here. According to him, the second title of the film, called “Fire and Ash,” will be rich in unexpected plots and colorful events. The director emphasized that it is important to make risky but serious changes to keep the franchise interesting for everyone. While audiences have become familiar with the amazing world of Pandora and its diverse culture in the first and second parts of 'Avatar,' the third part will illuminate more complex facets of this world and delve deeper into the plot. Knowing that audiences expect great things from the film, James Cameron acknowledged his desire to meet their expectations, but also recognized that introducing novelty into the film is a uniquely complex issue: “If you are afraid to make decisions that lead to major changes, you will waste your time and money, but even that is not enough — every time you need to avoid the traditional approach and break the templates,” said the director. Photo: Empire The film “Avatar: Fire and Ash” is scheduled to be released on December 19 of this year

Singer Jaloliddin Ahmadaliyev shared details about the pricing of his wedding performances in an interview with the “Sayyod” YouTube channel. — Our fee for wedding performances in Tashkent is set at $5,000. Let me explain everything from the beginning. I have a song called “Yetmasmidi?”. The arrangement for this song was done by Turkish producers, and it cost a significant amount. A lot of money was spent on the song itself and its music video, which featured Yigitali Mamajonov and Aysanem Yusupova. They don’t work for free either. I have 11 musicians, and including myself, there are 12 of us. This $5,000 includes the income for all these people. Additionally, I sing live, and live performances at weddings in Tashkent are quite rare. That said, we don’t charge the same fee for everyone. Some people call and ask my assistant, “Are you that person’s manager?” If someone talks like that, my assistant might respond, “Yes, I’m the one,” and quote a price of $5,000 or $6,000. The price depends on how the person behaves. But in reality, our fee isn’t always $5,000. For instance, if we have two or three weddings in one day in Tashkent, we might perform for a much lower price. Ahmadaliyev also explained why he doesn’t plan to move to Tashkent. — I don’t have a house in Tashkent, and I don’t plan to move there because I can’t leave my parents behind. And my parents don’t want to live in Tashkent.

Recently, many rumors have been spreading about the relationship between the famous Turkish actress Hande Erchel and entrepreneur Hakan Sabanji. This was reported by Zamin.uz. In particular, news about the couple's divorce has sparked great interest among fans. Hakan Sabanji, who spoke for the first time on the Gel Konuşalım program, responded to the claims regarding their relationship. Although he did not want to talk extensively about his personal life, he clarified some of the rumors. Hakan Sabanji emphasized that he does not want to discuss the issue of divorce because it concerns their private life. He also stated that the rumors about infidelity are completely unfounded. Earlier, Hande Erchel had deleted all photos with Sabanji from her social media pages. This became the basis for reports in the Turkish press about their divorce. The famous journalist Birsen Altuntaş highlighted that there are serious disagreements between the couple, but the official divorce has not yet occurred. Nevertheless, Hande and Hakan still follow each other on social media. While some fans hope for the restoration of their relationship, others speculate that this process might simply be publicity for the media.

Karina Kapur is today among the most prominent actresses in the world of Indian cinema. This was reported by Zamin.uz. She was born on September 21, 1980, in Mumbai into a family of actors. As a member of the Kapur family, she had a strong interest in art from childhood. Her first work on the big screen began in 2000 with the film “Refugee.” Since then, Karina has acted in over a hundred films and has become one of Bollywood's brightest stars. Films featuring her such as “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham,” “Jab We Met,” and “3 Idiots” were widely loved and remembered by audiences. Karina won the hearts of fans not only with her unique beauty but also with her sincere portrayal of distinctive and deep roles. Especially, her free-spirited and lively character in the film “Jab We Met” brought her great fame. In her personal life, she married actor Saif Ali Khan in 2012. The couple has two sons – Taimur Ali Khan and Jehangir Ali Khan. They serve as role models for many fans as loving parents. Today, Karina Kapur serves as an inspiration to many not only in the field of cinema but also in fashion and healthy lifestyle. Her career and personality are a source of motivation for many young people. Thus, Karina Kapur continues to have a positive impact not only on screens but also in society as a bright star of Indian cinema.

Uzbekistan's art world has suffered a great loss. This was reported by Zamin.uz. On September 7, the famous opera singer, one of the leading soloists of the Alisher Navoi State Academic Grand Theater, Yanika Bagryanskaya, passed away after a long and serious illness in a clinic in Turkey. This was officially announced by the Consulate General of Uzbekistan in Istanbul. The Consulate General expressed deep condolences to the deceased's family members and relatives. It was also emphasized that, in cooperation with the Agency for External Labor Migration, necessary consular and legal assistance was provided to the relatives. Yanika Bagryanskaya became one of the artists who left an indelible mark in the history of Uzbek art. She successfully graduated from the Tashkent State Conservatory in 1996 and, for more than two decades thereafter, won the hearts of many fans on the Navoi Theater stage with her mezzo-soprano voice. Her stage career was highly appreciated not only nationally but also internationally. Bagryanskaya was awarded the second prize at the international romance competition "Romansiada," actively participated in various prestigious festivals, and was known for her high artistic skill and sincere performance. Those who knew the artist closely especially highlight her boundless love for the stage, sincere attitude towards people, and diligence. Through her mezzo-soprano voice, Yanika Bagryanskaya reached the hearts of many and was one of the faces of Uzbek opera art. Her passing is a great loss not only for her relatives and the theater community but also for the entire art world. The memory of the beloved singer, who was cherished among the people for her sincere performance and professional skill, will be preserved in the hearts of art enthusiasts for many years.

“The Conjuring: Last Rites” earned 83 million dollars on its opening weekend. This was reported by Zamin.uz. According to Variety magazine, the film produced by Warner Bros. and New Line set a new box office record for the franchise. The previous record belonged to the 2018 film “The Nun,” which earned 53.8 million dollars. “The Conjuring: Last Rites” marked the best start of the year in the horror genre. Additionally, Warner Bros. studio’s two other popular films — “It” released in 2017 and its sequel “It Chapter Two” from 2019 — hold the first and second places in box office history, with this film ranking third. Internationally, “The Conjuring: The Final Chapter” earned 104 million dollars across 66 countries, bringing its total revenue to 187 million dollars. This is also a significant achievement for the franchise. So far, the total revenue of the nine films in the “Conjuring” universe has exceeded 2.3 billion dollars. This has made it the highest-grossing horror franchise in history. The film’s production costs were only 55 million dollars, indicating that the project has achieved great financial success.

Amitabh Bachchan is one of the most famous and respected actors in Indian cinema. This was reported by Zamin.uz. He was born on October 11, 1942, in Allahabad. His career spans not only acting but also politics and television, playing an important role in Indian culture. Bachchan holds the title "Shahenshah" in India, which reflects the great respect he commands. Despite suffering a serious injury in his youth, he managed to return to the stage through strong willpower and hard work. His artistic career began in the 1970s and gained wide recognition through films such as "Zanjeer," "Don," and "Sholay." Amitabh Bachchan has acted in over 200 films, with each role valued as a symbol of independence and sincerity. He has been awarded some of India's most prestigious honors, including the Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Vibhushan. In his personal life, he married the famous actress Jaya Bachchan in 1973. They have two children: Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Abhishek is also an actor and has achieved success, while his daughter-in-law Aishwarya is a world-renowned actress. Their family relationships are based on love and respect, and Amitabh Bachchan is known not only as an exemplary figure on stage but also within his family. Amitabh Bachchan has earned the admiration of fans not only for his artistic achievements but also for preserving family values. He remains a legend of Bollywood and a source of inspiration for many people today.

Famous comedian, the late Hojiboy Tojiboyev's daughter Madina Tojiboyeva recently got married. This was reported by Zamin.uz. Her husband is actor and singer Islom Mansurov, who is known by the stage name “Uztim” in his creative work. The couple's relationship and wedding ceremony attracted wide public attention. Especially, various rumors about them sparked many discussions on social media. According to Islom Mansurov, they met during the quarantine period. During a live broadcast discussing making money, Madina asked a question, which led to their acquaintance. Islom felt that Madina was the right match for him from the first meeting and expressed his love a week later. At the same time, rumors spread on social media claiming that Madina married as a “second wife.” This was due to Islom being 33 years old and suspicions surrounding him. Madina clarified these rumors, emphasizing that people should not believe false gossip. She said that sometimes she was afraid thinking Islom had a family, but everything was explained. Islom Mansurov also stated that the suspicions about him arose from videos. Since he filmed his nieces in the videos, people mistakenly thought they were his daughters. Islom said he has never married and was only waiting to find the right person. Although many expressed positive opinions about the wedding ceremony, there were also negative comments about Madina's wedding dress. Madina spoke openly about this, saying she heard remarks that her dress was not worthy of her father's name. She stressed that it was wrong to think she dressed provocatively and mentioned that others praised her for wearing modern clothing. Madina said she does not live according to others' opinions. Islom supported his wife, stating that no one needs to prove such things to anyone and that the most important thing is to be by her side. He added that those who express negative opinions are people who have achieved nothing in life, so their words should be ignored. Representatives of Uzbek show business also attended the young couple's wedding. There were negative comments even when they danced, but Islom and Madina paid no attention to them. Considering that a wedding happens only once, they said they danced sincerely. The couple emphasized that they are naturally lively, open, and sincere people. On the wedding evening, Madina recalled that her father's student Valijon Shamshiyev accompanied her as a father figure. The couple said they wanted to be as sincere and open as possible at the wedding, so they preferred not to pay attention to criticism.

Famous blogger and actress Feruza Normatova announced that she has taken an important step in her personal life. This was reported by Zamin.uz. She expressed with sincere words on her Instagram page that she is on the verge of getting married. In her statement, the artist wrote: “Alhamdulillah, I agreed. For the sake of Allah, we chose each other. The words he told me will remain in my heart and mind for my entire life,” she wrote. This news brought great joy among fans and many comments were left. Each comment conveyed sincere wishes for the future family. Feruza Normatova expressed the news about getting married in a unique romantic way. Quoting her future husband's words, she said: “I am giving you this ring now, you will only take it off when I die. Until now, I have never put a ring on anyone's hand. You are written in my destiny. I am pleased with this destiny from Allah. You are mine. I will make you happy, first by Allah's guidance.” Feruza Normatova's message was warmly received by young people and art enthusiasts. She openly shared this important event in her personal life, becoming a source of inspiration for many people. The decision to get married is valued as a new stage in life. Fans and friends wish her happiness and success in her future life. This news about Feruza Normatova is also expected to have a positive impact on her creative work.

Saida Mirziyoyeva, daughter of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, shared her thoughts on an important cultural event held in Samarkand on her social media page. This was reported by Zamin.uz. She announced that on September 1, a major concert by the renowned Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli took place in Samarkand and mentioned that she attended the event with her children. Saida Mirziyoyeva particularly emphasized that Samarkand is becoming an international center for cultural exchange. According to her, the ancient city with a rich historical heritage is today developing as an important place that unites the cultures and traditions of various peoples. This opens new opportunities not only for Uzbekistan but also for the entire region's future. The Andrea Bocelli concert held on September 1 at Registan Square was a vivid example of this. The world-famous artist's unique voice, accompanied by the Uzbekistan National Symphony Orchestra, filled the entire square and gave thousands of spectators an unforgettable impression. The event was organized under the auspices of UNESCO, which further increased its significance in world culture. This occasion was of great importance not only for art enthusiasts but also for the entire nation. Saida Mirziyoyeva concluded her speech as follows: Samarkand is becoming an international center for cultural exchange day by day. Its prestige and authority are growing, making a worthy contribution to world culture.