Welcome to your daily dose of entertainment news! From the glitz and glamour of the upcoming Oscars to the heartwarming world of Peppa Pig, there's something for everyone today. Let's dive in!
Oscar Buzz: A Two-Horse Race?
The race for the 2025 Oscar for Best Director is already generating significant buzz. According to Il Fatto Quotidiano, the frontrunners appear to be Sean Baker for "Anora" and Brady Corbet for "The Brutalist." While other talented directors are in the mix, including Coralie Forgeat with her body horror film "The Substance," their chances of taking home the coveted award seem slim.
This year could also be a record-breaking one for France, with two potential candidates vying for the Best Director title. Will Baker or Corbet ultimately triumph? Only time will tell!
Peppa Pig's Expanding Universe
Oink, oink! Exciting news for Peppa Pig fans! Mamma Pig is pregnant, meaning Peppa is about to become a big sister! The big reveal is scheduled for a special episode titled "The Big Announcement" (or "Il Grande Annuncio" in Italian), set to air on March 6th on Rai Yoyo. Get ready for a whole new dynamic in the Pig family!
Crozza Takes on Santanchè
Italian comedian Maurizio Crozza is known for his sharp wit and hilarious impersonations. His latest target? Daniela Santanchè. In a new episode of "Fratelli di Crozza" (or "Crozza Brothers"), Crozza debuts his Santanchè character, lampooning her perceived connection to wealth and scandal. The segment, which airs on Nove and streams on Discovery+, is already generating buzz for its biting satire. Crozza-Santanchè quips, "Today, elegance is being rich, even if your companies fail. Today, elegance is not resigning, even if you are under investigation. Envy me!"
Barbara De Rossi's Frightening Experience
Actress Barbara De Rossi recently shared a harrowing experience on the show "La Vita in Diretta." She recounted feeling extremely unwell, to the point where she feared for her life. "I literally couldn’t hold myself together, I was falling to the ground, even while lying down, everything was spinning," De Rossi said. Thankfully, fellow actress Monica Setta was there to help, accompanying her to her hotel. We're glad to hear De Rossi is doing better!
That's all for today's entertainment roundup! Stay tuned for more updates.