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Stocks climbed on Wednesday, buoyed by China's economic support measures and anticipation for US-China trade talks. The S&P 500 and Dow saw gains, though tech stocks lagged. Disney's strong earnings boosted the market, while trade concerns and tariff impacts continue to weigh on investor sentiment and company forecasts, creating uncertainty despite solid employment figures.

Bharti Airtel and Tata Group have called off their discussions to merge Airtel Digital TV and Tata Play due to unresolved issues. The proposed deal, aimed at combining the two loss-making DTH operations, involved a share swap where Airtel would potentially hold a majority stake.

Marvel's "Thunderbolts" debuted at No. 1 with $76 million domestically, a solid start but not a blockbuster. Despite strong reviews and positive audience reception, it faces competition from "Sinners" and "A Minecraft Movie." The film's performance is seen as a potential reset for Marvel, with hopes that good word-of-mouth will sustain its success in the coming weeks.

Actress Lindsay Lohan is all set to headline and executive produce 'Count My Lies', a drama in development at Hulu.

After Michal B Jordan's 'Sinner', the director Ryan Coogler is gearing up for his 'X-Files' series reboot. The director is currently in talks with Gillian Anderson for the series.

McKenzie Caldwell-Pope enjoyed a day at Disney World, sharing her adventure on Instagram while Kentavious Caldwell-Pope prepares for the NBA playoffs. The Denver Nuggets, securing the No. 4 seed, are set to face the Los Angeles Clippers in the first round. As McKenzie enjoyed a lighthearted escape, Kentavious focuses on defending their Western Conference title.

"A Minecraft Movie" dominates the box office, becoming the highest-grossing Hollywood release of 2025 with $80.6 million in its second weekend and surpassing $550 million worldwide. Despite mixed reviews, the film has revitalized theaters, doubling overall ticket sales compared to last year. New releases like "The King of Kings" and "The Amateur" also performed well, but couldn't challenge "Minecraft's" reign.

Actress Carrie Coon could have reprised her Marvel Cinematic Universe role in ' Endgame', but declined to continue after the studio didn't offer her more money.

A fire broke out backstage at the France Pavilion in EPCOT at Walt Disney World, causing no injuries. The blaze began in a walk-in cooler and was quickly extinguished. Videos on social media showed smoke rising as authorities continued their investigation during the busy Spring Break season.

Jason Statham's thriller "A Working Man" topped the box office, beating Disney's "Snow White" despite its anticipated dominance. "Snow White" fell 66% in its second weekend amid backlash. Other new releases included "Death of a Unicorn," "The Woman in the Yard," and "The Chosen: The Last Supper." Overall, box office sales for 2025 are down 11% from the previous year.

Hayao Miyazaki, the genius behind Studio Ghibli, criticizes AI-generated art for its lack of emotional depth, emphasizing human creativity. Despite his distaste for AI, his films like Spirited Away and Princess Mononoke continue to earn millions globally. With a net worth of $50 million, Miyazaki's legacy and Studio Ghibli's financial prosperity endure.

Roblox CEO David Baszucki advises parents who are uncomfortable with their children's online safety to keep them off the platform. He reassures that Roblox prioritizes user safety, implementing AI systems to monitor communications and setting strict age-rating guidelines, despite the challenges of maintaining constant supervision.

ESPN has appointed former Fox Sports executive Artie Kempner as the new director for 'Monday Night Football', replacing Derek Mobley. Kempner will work closely with announcers Joe Buck and Troy Aikman. Kempner's experience and reputation in the industry made him an ideal choice, as his contract with Fox was expiring.

NBA might be reviving the iconic show 'NBA Inside Stuff' as new trademark applications have been filed. NBC, set to broadcast NBA games next season, may potentially include a modernized version of the show. The revival would rekindle the network's historic ties to NBA coverage and build upon its recent media rights deal.

Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger announced that Coco 2 is in development at Pixar Animation Studios, with the original creative team, including directors Lee Unkrich and Adrian Molina. The sequel, expected in 2029, has sparked mixed reactions among fans, with some excited for another adventure with Miguel while others question the necessity of a sequel.

Jio announced that with a SIM and a plan of Rs. 299 or above, customers can live stream the IPL starting March 22. The merger of Viacom18 and Star India into JioStar brought JioHotstar, combining JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar. Jio also offers a 90-day free JioHotstar subscription and JioFiber/AirFiber trial connection for IPL 2025.

Sean Baker won four Oscars for his film Anora in 2025, matching Walt Disney’s 1954 record. Baker’s awards were for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Film Editing. Unlike Disney, whose wins spanned multiple films, Baker’s triumph came from a single project, highlighting his multifaceted talent and independent filmmaking recognition.

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Actress and singer Scarlett Johansson confirmed that she will not be returning for her character Natasha Romanoff or Black Widow, and she has moved on from the Marvel Cinematic Universe.