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There is more good than bad in “Mulan,” and we should be so lucky to get a gorgeous and inspiring war epic that is suitable for children to watch.

Review: Mulan as a live-action remake is breathtaking but is missing magic

“Mulan,” a Disney+ release, has a running time of 115 minutes. Two and a half stars out of four.

03 Sep 2020 11:14 PM

This is not Disney’s first time including an openly LGBTQ character in a cast; however, they have been represented in minor or non-recurring parts up until this point. (Photo | IMDb - The Owl House)

For the first time, a bisexual character is the lead on a Disney series

Protagonist Luz Noceda, a 14-year-old who goes on a journey to another world to become a witch, is attracted to male and female characters.

16 Aug 2020 3:40 PM

It was unclear whether Disney’s cut on ads was in protest over Facebook’s inaction on hate speech. The economic fallout from the pandemic has also cut into companies’ advertising budgets. (Photo | AFP)

Disney cuts big chunk of ads on Facebook, Instagram

Disney, Facebook's biggest advertiser this year, joins hundreds of firms that paused spending on the social media platforms.

20 Jul 2020 1:56 PM

'Black Widow', 'Mulan' get new release date

The next seven entries in the Marvel Cinematic Universe have been delayed because of the coronavirus pandemic

04 Apr 2020 11:26 AM

A screengrab from the movie 'Bloodshot', featuring Eiza Gonzalez (left) and Vin Diesel (AP/Coloumbia Pictures))

North Americans throng theatres despite coronavirus fears

The collection charts goes by normal rates, though many entertainment events have been cancelled or postponed due to virus scare

09 Mar 2020 5:35 PM

Disney Co Chief Executive Officer Bob Iger. (Photo: AP)

Disney CEO Bob Iger resigns from Apple board as TV battle looms

Iger departed Apple’s board the same day the company revealed new details about Apple TV+, a USD 4.99-per-month.

14 Sep 2019 1:05 PM

The subscription would cost the same as Netflix's most popular 2 screen plan (Photo:AP)

Walt Disney’s Disney+ to launch in Canada and Netherlands in November

Following the launch, the company plans to take Disney+ to global markets within two years

20 Aug 2019 11:40 AM

The Tsum Tsum Switch will be only available in Japan and release alongside the game Tsum Tsum Festival that will happen on October 10th.

Nintendo to release Disney-themed Switch

Fans can pre-order the special Switch starting today at the price of USD 330.

26 Jul 2019 7:37 AM

A Nostalgic Childhood

The Classic animated film, The Lion king is back in 2019 and soon is going to hit the theatres.

04 Jun 2019 12:10 AM

The ‘Merch by Amazon’ on-demand printing service, in its third full year of operation, works by printing t-shirts once an order comes in.. (AP Photo/Richard Vogel, File)

'Merch by Amazon' t-shirt business increasing orders from Disney to Dr. Seuss

Entertainment companies from Walt Disney Co to Dr. Seuss are increasingly turning to Amazon.com Inc’s t-shirt printing service.

31 May 2019 7:29 AM

Following on from the Disney AR Emojis released last year, Samsung and Disney have brought fan-favorite characters from Disney and Pixar’s The Incredibles and Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Frozen and Zootopia right to the home screens of the Galaxy S10.

Try out these special Disney, Pixar wallpapers for Samsung Galaxy S10

Since the launch of the Galaxy S10 line, many eye-catching and creative wallpaper designs have emerged.

27 May 2019 8:35 AM

The current Star Wars trilogy ends in December 2019 with Skywalker.

A New Avatar

Fans will soon rejoice more Marvel and Star War movies. Disney is also introducing Disney Plus video streaming, which will be a real game changer.

16 May 2019 12:10 AM

Disney reveals launch date of its streaming service, read details

The company had started developing potential shows and many of them hails from Star Wars, Pixar, and Marvel.

14 Apr 2019 11:19 AM

Disney+’s interface appears similar to that of Netflix with personalisation of user profiles, recommended content, search capabilities and parental controls. (Photo: Representational Image?AFP)

Disney hits record on streaming plans; Netflix slips

Netflix’s shares fell about four percent after Disney priced its streaming service Disney+.

14 Apr 2019 10:58 AM

The cost of the service was lower than the USD 7.50 per month that Wall Street analysts expected on average. (Photo: AP)

Disney unveils price, launch date for big streaming push

Disney+ will offer a slate of new and classic TV shows and movies from some of the world’s most popular entertainment franchises.

13 Apr 2019 11:07 AM

Disney is hosting its investor day later on Thursday, where the company is expected to unveil new details about its streaming service, Disney+. (Photo: AP)

Disney CEO Iger takes a dig at social media, says Hitler would have loved it

Iger also blamed social media for spreading hate, saying that it creates a false sense that everyone shares the same opinion.

12 Apr 2019 11:04 AM

He also called upon US politicians to reject hate in the run up to the 2020 election. (File Photo)

Adolf Hitler would have loved social media: Disney CEO

Disney CEO Bob Iger claimed that Adolf Hitler would have 'loved social media' as a tool to spread extremist propaganda.

12 Apr 2019 10:28 AM

The deal is likely to shake up the media landscape. (Photo: AP)

Disney closes USD 71 billion deal for Fox Entertainment assets

Disney also gets a controlling stake in the existing streaming service Hulu.

20 Mar 2019 11:40 AM

Actress Emma Thompson wrote to management at California's Skydance studios to protest the decision to bring on John Lasseter, who is accused of sexual harassment. (Photo: AFP)

Emma Thompson reiterates her stand against sexual harassment

British actor refuses to work with ex-Disney animation chief over harassment accusations.

28 Feb 2019 3:17 PM

In a bid to attract new users, OTT services allow multiple devices for a premium with additional features.

AI set to put an end to password sharing

Now, get ready to pay for your own Netflix, OTT account for binge watching.

14 Jan 2019 10:23 AM

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