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Valentina Paloma Pinault, daughter of Hayek and French businessman François-Henri Pinault, turned 18 on Sunday, Sept. 21. In honor of the teen's milestone birthday, Hayek paid tribute to Pinault with a pair of affectionate Instagram posts.

"My beautiful dancing queen. Today you turned 18!!!!!" Hayek, 59, wrote alongside a childhood photo of Pinault. "So many things have changed in your life, but you are always soooo you. A kind passionate heart, a wise soul full of magic, a unique unstoppable force of nature with a witty sense of humor and stubborn tenacity."

She continued: "Some things will never change. We love you forever and although you were always ahead of your years, you will always be in my heart my dream daughter. Feliz cumpleaños (happy birthday) Valentina Paloma ♥️"

If 2025 can be marked by anything (aside from global turmoil), it’s the A-lister endorsement of The Row. What was once the reserve of Mary-Kate-and-Ashley obsessives and anyone who assumed five figures was a reasonable amount to pay for a black coat is now the unofficial uniform of Hollywood’s great and good, with barely a day going by without Jennifer Lawrence, Kendall Jenner or Zoë Kravitz being spotted in a deceptively expensive crewneck. Leading the pack, of course, is Dakota Johnson, who has become something of a patron saint of understated street style.Out and about in New York yesterday, the actress added a little whimsy to her quiet-luxury rotation by way of a Little Red Riding Hood-esque knitted bonnet, paired with those (you guessed it) trusty The Row ballet flats. Adding to her repertoire of accessories?
A Valentino Panthéa shoulder bag slung over one shoulder (and, presumably, a quick Byredo Christmas haul on the other).Of course, Dakota was announced as an official Valentino ambassador in October, and has since sported a number of glittering Alessandro Michele numbers – including the off-the-runway look she wore for Vogue World in October and the Old Hollywood-glam gown she chose for the Governors Awards in November. Paired with Dakota style classics, her latest outing is proof that a girl can never have too many It-bags, no matter how readily she subscribes to a capsule wardrobe.

BLACKPINK’s Jennie treated us with a special surprise by sharing a series of unseen photos from the group’s stop in the Philippines during their Deadline World Tour. The images gave a warm, candid look into her time on stage and behind the scenes, instantly winning over BLINKs.One of the photos showed Jennie owning the stage in a bold, fiery red outfit, a red corset paired with an asymmetrical mini skirt, long red gloves, an oversized black leather jacket, and matching knee-high boots. The look was a refreshing shift from her usual refined “Human Chanel” style.

The carousel also featured rehearsal moments, backstage fun, and group shots with the crew. In one photo, Jennie practised with dancers, while another showed her on stage in a black bodysuit, wide-leg pants, and a dramatic white belt. She also shared a cute moment backstage, posing in a simple BLACKPINK tank top with childhood cutout photos. Captioning the post, she wrote, “Always a good time with you, Philippines.”On the work front, Jennie is currently touring with Lisa, Jisoo, and Rosé on BLACKPINK’s massive Deadline World Tour, which has taken them across South Korea, the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Southeast Asia. After a short December break, the group will return to the stage on January 16, 2026, in Tokyo, before wrapping up the tour on January 26 at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium.

Alongside group activities, Jennie has been busy as a soloist this year. Her album Ruby, released in March, earned triple platinum certification from the KMCA after selling 750,000 copies. The project also saw her team up with global producers like El Guincho, Diplo, and Mike Will Made It.

Jennifer Lawrence and her husband Cooke Maroney enjoyed a rare night out in New York City, and the actress couldn’t hide how happy she was to be by his side.The couple, who typically keep their relationship and family life away from the spotlight, stepped out on Dec. 9 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Raoul’s, a well-known restaurant in SoHo.

Sitting together in a warm, softly lit booth, Jennifer flashed a bright smile for a photo, wearing a fur-trimmed jacket and her loose waves framing her face. Cooke sat beside her at the intimate celebration.Their appearance stood out precisely because the two rarely make public outings, especially since welcoming their son Cy, now 3, and their second baby boy earlier this year.

Jennifer has been open about how deeply motherhood changed her, though she admits talking about it can feel daunting because “it’s so different for everybody,” as she told Vogue in 2022.She recalled that after giving birth to her first child, she felt completely transformed.The morning after I gave birth, I felt like my whole life had started over. Like, ‘Now is day one of my life.’ I just stared. I was just so in love,” she said. 

“They’ve changed my life, obviously, for the best and they’ve changed me creatively,” she said.Even so, Jennifer and Cooke continue to keep their relationship grounded and private.Their cosy date night, captured with a rare smiley snapshot, offered a small glimpse into their life together, reminding fans just how much joy the couple still finds in simple, quiet moments.

Midaq Alley” (“El Callejón de los Milagros”), the Jorge Fons 1995 gem that launched Salma Hayek’s career, is being re-released by Sony Pictures across Mexico and Latin America, thanks to an agreement between Sony Pictures International Productions and its producer, Alameda Films.News comes after Spain’s San Sebastian Film Fest announced that it would close the festival’s Classics (Klasikoak) section.The newly restored 4K version celebrates the 30th anniversary of the iconic film, considered one of the most consequential Mexican films of all time. It won a raft of awards worldwide and represented Mexico at the 68th Academy Awards.Based on the novel by Nobel Prize-winning Egyptian author Naguib Mahfouz, with a screenplay by Vicente Leñero, the film was produced by the legendary Alfredo Ripstein, whose Alameda Films is now run by his grandson, Daniel Birman Ripstein.

Set in a downtown Mexico City backstreet whose inhabitants’ lives are closely interwoven, the film is split into four clear parts. The first three are named after main characters, and the last one brings the story to an end. Each part begins at the same moment, showing the same game of dominoes, and covers the same time period, but from a different character’s point of view.

“Bringing ‘Midaq Alley’ back to theaters with the support of Sony is a testament to the film’s enduring impact and cultural importance,” said Birman Ripstein, adding: “This new release will allow a new generation of audiences to discover this magical film in a way it has never been seen before.” Restoring the classic to its new 4K version took four years, he revealed.

“We are delighted to be a part of this once-in-a-lifetime milestone cinematic celebration,” said Philip Alexander, VP and general manager of Sony Pictures Releasing México.

Two-time Academy Award winner Adrien Brody and fellow actor Dakota Johnson offered a look into their approaches to cinema, their most defining roles and what happens behind the camera at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah. One is known for character-driven, psychologically intense films, rising to global fame with The Pianist, the other built her reputation through relationship-centric, light-hearted and mainstream projects, beginning with Fifty Shades of Grey.

Both shared their thoughts during separate “In Conversation” sessions at the event. When asked about the possible impact of AI on cinema, Brody said, “We are living in a time of great shifts in everything. I grew up on movies that were shot on film — there were no cell phones. I grew up with filmmakers who used in-camera effects and dangerous, physical stunts. There are tools available now that can enhance what we do, but nothing can replace emotion.”He added that even if technology can fabricate reality, the creative process and the beauty of filmmaking must still be cherished. He reminded the audience that evolution, especially in cinema, is inevitable and not necessarily negative. “There is so much content now. Inevitably, we are going through a major shift.”On how he decompresses after embodying intense roles, Brody said, “We have to replenish our energy. We’re not machines. I paint a lot when I have time. I make music, spend time with family, go into the countryside and into nature, and I find ways to decompress.Speaking about The Pianist, he said the team relied heavily on memoirs, testimonies and historical accounts of war. The film, he said, gave audiences a visceral understanding of the horrors of conflict. While grateful for that role, he added that he has explored a wide range of characters since.To young artists, Brody offered simple but sincere advice: “You should explore anything that feels like an opportunity to grow. Any professional experience is the biggest lesson you can have.” At the same time, he emphasised being realistic while pursuing creative passions.

When asked about the impact of winning the Academy Award, he said, “I assumed I had less to prove, that I’m a good actor, and that I can take on interesting work. Since my last film, I haven’t taken on new projects because they didn’t feel interesting.The Brutalist was his most recent project, for which he received his second Academy Award for Best Actor. His first award, in 2002, came from his portrayal of a Polish pianist during World War II in The Pianist.

Brody said that while receiving an Academy Award is a pinnacle for any actor, the craft is a lifelong journey. He said he aspires to be “more of a storyteller than an actor.Johnson, best known for the Fifty Shades series, spoke about her career, her approach to roles, and her move into production.On choosing scripts, she said she is learning more now about what suits her. Some scripts she chose earlier in her career, she noted, “were not right for me,” but she considers that part of the learning process.Producing, she said, is more challenging than acting. “There’s something about acting where I feel I’m in a bubble. But in production, you’re behind the curtain, and it’s really ugly,” she laughed.Discussing her new film Materialists, currently in theatres, Johnson said the story allowed her to explore personal themes. “It’s a love story, and I’m drawn to love stories,” she said.About Cha Cha Real Smooth, she said the project began with its title, with the script developing later. The film, centred on a young mother raising her special-needs child, involved a highly collaborative writing process. Johnson added she enjoys improvisation and noted that she began her career in comedy (Crazy in Alabama), with Cha Cha Real Smooth also leaning into that space.

Asked about memorable moments during filming, she said most of the interesting things happen off-set. “On Peanut Butter Falcon, Zack Gottsagen and I would get pedicures together — and he has the craziest toenails I’ve ever seen in my life,” she joked.On the best director she’s worked with, Johnson named Luca Guadagnino, saying he was the one with whom she felt “most seen” as an actor. The two worked together on Suspiria (2018). Johnson said she took time to learn the film’s choreography, as she is not a trained dancer, and did all the onscreen dancing herself.Speaking about A Bigger Splash (2015), she recalled she had been on a road trip with a band when she got the call for the role. On set, she admitted to feeling slightly overwhelmed, but Tilda Swinton reassured her she “was meant to be there.”Addressing roles that explore motherhood and feminism, Johnson said she is “a human woman, constantly evolving and trying to understand what my identity is — who I am, my feelings about motherhood, my dreams of motherhood. I’ve experienced womanhood my whole life, but I’m constantly learning.”Johnson concluded by saying she is looking forward to creative collaborations in Saudi Arabia.

MANILA, Philippines — "Like Jennie" by Jennie Kim of the Korean girl group Blackpink was the most-watched music video premiere in 2025, according to video hosting service Vevo.The music video network looked at data from December 1, 2024 to November 30, 2025, with data for "premieres" based on viewership within 14 days of a music video's release.Vevo senior president for content, programming and marketing JP Evangelista described the service's annual insights as "a pop culture pulse check" as they show which music videos drove the most buzz and were the most culturally relevant.

"Music video viewership in 2025 reflected diverse consumer palettes, with fans increasingly watching artists from all corners of the world, spanning a variety of genres, sub-genres, and local scenes," Evangelista added.This diversity was evident in "Like Jennie" being the most-watched premiere — with 33.4 million views in 14 days since its release — and third most-watched music video overall, marking the first time K-pop entered the Vevo charts.Other music videos by Jennie from her debut solo album "Ruby" also received significant views, namely, "ExtraL" with Doechii, "Love Hangover" with Dominic Fike, and "Zen."

In another show of diversity, Hanumankind became the first Indian artist to make Vevo's Top Premieres chart with "Run It Up."Latin stars Rauw Alejandro and Romeo Santos' collaboration "Khe?" fusing multiple genres, including African kizomba and reggaetón, also made a splash.

Music videos by pop stars Lady Gaga and Sabrina Carpenter had a major effect on pop culture, with Gaga dropping "Abracadabra" and "The Dead Dance," while Sabrina released "Manchild" and "Tears.""The Dead Dance" was directed by Tim Burton to promote the second season of Netflix's "Wednesday," while "Abracadabra" premiered during the broadcast of the most recent Grammy Awards.Another Gaga music video, however, led all views — "Die With A Smile," her hit collaboration with Filipino-American artist Bruno Mars.