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India’s National Film Development Corporation – National Film Archive of India has completed 4K restorations of the entire feature filmography of auteur Ritwik Ghatak and will present them at a…
June 2, 2026
· 1 min read
When top actor Ranveer Singh walked away from “Don 3” in December 2025, he triggered what has become one of Bollywood’s most closely watched industry disputes in years – a…
June 2, 2026
· 1 min read
Malaysia’s defence minister said Norway cannot absolve itself of responsibility and should help facilitate the refund process, arguing that Oslo’s decision to revoke export licenses triggered the dispute.
June 2, 2026
· 1 min read
Experts say Manila, if elected, would likely use its security council seat to advance regional priorities such as Myanmar, while carefully balancing relations with major powers.
June 2, 2026
· 1 min read
Uncategorized
US crude oil exports surged to an all-time high of 5.6 million barrels per day (mmbbl/d) in May, as Asian and European refiners increased purchases to offset supply disruptions triggered…
June 2, 2026
· 2 min read
Asia
EV sales in the Philippines jumped 36 per cent in the first quarter this year as motorists sought alternatives to soaring petrol prices.
June 2, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) had previously announced the social media ban on May 22, which sought to reduce youths’ exposure to harmful content on digital platforms.
June 2, 2026
· 1 min read
The Korean action maestro's first feature in roughly a decade lands in U.S. theaters Sept. 9 via Neon after a buzzy world premiere in France.
June 2, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
In the second of a two-part series that looks into scam operations in Cambodia, CNA travels along the country’s eastern border with Vietnam, where new roads, casino zones and guarded…
June 2, 2026
· 1 min read
China
Taiwan's leading opposition figure, Cheng Li-wun, has declared her "very willing" intention to meet President Donald Trump during her visit to the United States this month.
June 1, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
Known as Toki in Japan, the distinctive birds feature striking orange-pink hues beneath their wings and bright red markings around their eyes
June 1, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
The blast reportedly struck a building used for storing mining explosives
June 1, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
Cambodia says it is carrying out its toughest crackdown yet on online scam centres, with hundreds of facilities targeted. In the first of a two-part series, CNA goes on the…
June 1, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
Speaking to CNA's Leong Wai Kit on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue, Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr also defended recent military exercises with allies, and blames China's "expansionism"…
May 31, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
Growing threats to critical underwater infrastructure, such as telecommunications cables and energy pipelines, underscore the need for stronger maritime defence capabilities, Australia's Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles told CNA's Tan Qiuyi…
May 31, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
New Zealand could move faster towards its target of spending 2 per cent of GDP on defence if security conditions warrant it, Defence Minister Chris Penk tells CNA.
May 29, 2026
· 1 min read
South East Asia
Australia's defence minister says China's decision to send only academics to Asia's biggest defence forum is a missed opportunity when countries need strategic reassurance.
May 29, 2026
· 3 min read
Asia
Trinity CineAsia has acquired U.K. distribution rights to “Being Towards Death,” the latest feature from “Detective Chinatown” franchise director Chen Sicheng and one of mainland China’s first palliative comedies, with…
May 29, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
South Korea’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korean Film Council (KOFIC) have launched a public-private consultative body to negotiate a voluntary theatrical holdback agreement, aiming to finalize…
May 29, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
Naver Webtoon will debut “Maengjong,” a prequel spin-off expanding the supernatural world of Korean occult blockbuster “Exhuma,” on May 30. The vertical-scroll series comes from Haemuri, the artist behind “Olgami,”…
May 29, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
“She Means Justice 2: Breakout,” a prison break microdrama sequel, has launched on FlareFlow and Hollywood-backed GammaTime, positioning the title among the earliest franchise follow-ups to an original Western vertical…
May 29, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
Both countries highlighted growing collaboration in science, technology and innovation during Vietnamese President To Lam's state visit to Singapore.
May 29, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
Prime Video has set June 12 as the global premiere date for “Raakh,” the Hindi-language investigative thriller starring Ali Fazal (“Mirzapur”), Sonali Bendre (“The Broken News”), and Aamir Bashir (“Tiger…
May 29, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
Thursday’s disruption follows a similar incident on Apr 23. An official said “problems are bound to happen” with the decades-old Malaysian Immigration Systems (MyIMMs), which will be replaced by 2028.
May 29, 2026
· 1 min read
Movie News
The Hong Kong film will world-premiere June 12 in Shanghai, where Tony Leung Chiu-wai heads the main competition jury.
May 29, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
Cave diving experts warn of tight and dangerous conditions in the cave, including mud walls at risk of collapse and the potential for more flooding.
May 29, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
Experts say there is a need for governments to allocate resources to support the long-term recovery, rehabilitation and empowerment of domestic violence survivors.
May 29, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
Julian Rosefeldt’s “Euphoria” will open Balinale’s 19th edition, with Joshua Oppenheimer’s “The End” closing the program. The festival is adding a new competitive category: Best Indonesian Short Tapestry of Indonesia,…
May 28, 2026
· 1 min read
South Asia
Analysis: Experts say neither side has shared details of what Russia-Taliban military cooperation looks like – but it is unlikely to follow the North Korea model
May 28, 2026
· 1 min read
South Asia
Analysis: Experts say neither side has shared details of what Russia-Taliban military cooperation looks like – but it is unlikely to follow the North Korea model
May 28, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
The shift towards electric bikes has accelerated following sharp increases in fuel prices linked to volatility in global oil markets amid tensions in the Middle East.
May 28, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
India’s Impact Films has pulled off a rare double at Cannes, with both the Palme d’Or winner and the Grand Prix winner – Cristian Mungiu’s “Fjord” and Andrei Zvyagintsev’s “Minotaur”…
May 28, 2026
· 1 min read
China
Assessment by International Institute for Strategic Studies warns world is on cusp of new nuclear arms race
May 28, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
“Afterpiece,” a Hong Kong drama produced by Derek Yee and directed by debut filmmaker Keane T.K. Wong, will world premiere as the opening film of the 28th Shanghai International Film…
May 28, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
Five of the seven divers have been found alive so far, but none have been rescued yet.
May 28, 2026
· 1 min read
Asia
Companies like Gardenia, Yeo’s and APB Singapore are moving production operations from Singapore to Malaysia. While boosting investment, this could intensify competition for labour, industrial land and other limited resources,…
May 28, 2026
· 1 min read
