Madonna, 68, is unrecognizable as she channels Pamela Anderson and shows off VERY smooth complexion

• George Clooney was honored as the Venice Film Festival commenced, providing a rare high-profile American presence at the event. • The festival faced a significant lack of participation from major Hollywood studios, as well as streaming giants Amazon and Netflix.

• Reliance's JioHotstar is expanding its streaming services into international markets, specifically launching in the UK, Canada, and Singapore. • The global rollout will focus exclusively on entertainment content, intentionally excluding sports programming from these regions.

• A preview for the Fall 2026 television season highlights 38 upcoming series across streaming and cable platforms. • Key titles include a new adaptation of 'Pride and Prejudice' on Netflix, a comedy series from Sharon Horgan on HBO, and horror-themed shows like 'Carrie' and 'Crystal Lake'.

• George Clooney attended the Venice Film Festival to receive a lifetime achievement award on Wednesday evening. • During the event, Clooney voiced concerns regarding the impact of artificial intelligence on Hollywood and the consolidation of media ownership, specifically mentioning Paramount’s acquisition of Warner Bros.

• The full lineup for the 2026 London Film Festival has been officially confirmed, featuring a diverse array of international cinema. • Headline titles include Ava DuVernay’s new feature documentary, *14th*, and Boots Riley’s *I Love Boosters*.

• The 2026 Venice Film Festival has unveiled a highly anticipated documentary lineup featuring high-profile subjects. • Key highlights include an exposé on Elon Musk and an intimate film documenting the reunion of the band Oasis.

• COMASIA LIMITED has announced the return of MEGA SHOW Hong Kong for its 33rd edition, scheduled for October 2026. • The event serves as a premier sourcing destination for "Made-in-Asia" products, maintaining a reputation as a key industry hub for over three decades.

• The 31st Busan International Film Festival has unveiled its full guest roster and official programming, featuring high-profile stars such as Isabelle Huppert, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Fan Bingbing, and Michelle Yeoh. • The lineup includes five gala presentations and 14 films competing in the Asian Cinema Competition, with world premieres such as "The Burning Giants" and "Dhara."

• Country music legend Dolly Parton became the most streamed artist worldwide on Aug. 26, the day following her death from cancer at age 80. • Data from analytics firm Luminate shows Parton garnered 79.7 million on-demand audio streams in a single day, with her hit "Jolene" leading the surge with 4 million streams.

• Billie Eilish is facing criticism on X after hosting her brother Finneas O'Connell's wedding in Montecito, California. • Critics argue the event took place on "stolen land," noting that the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians claims the area as part of their ancestral territory.

• The fall 2026 TV season begins in September, introducing several of the year's most anticipated titles as the weather cools. • NBC will air a new iteration of a competition series hosted by Emmy-winner Alan Cumming, featuring 22 civilian contestants.