Whether you’re a hardcore Dune fan or just spice-curious, we’ve got some sizzling trivia just for you Today, we’re diving deep into the sands of Arrakis with Dune: Prophecy, the latest prequel streaming now on Jio Cinema with OTTplay. Whether you’re a hardcore Dune fan or just spice-curious, we’ve got some sizzling details about the show’s dramatic production journey, its galaxy-spanning lore, and the hidden gems in its storytelling. Ready to unearth the secrets of Salusa Secundus? Let’s dive right in

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Sisterhood, Spice, and Sardaukar: Untold Stories from Dune: Prophecy

Today, we’re diving into the highly-anticipated showdown that’s been on every Marvel fan’s radar—Deadpool vs Wolverine, which premiered on the 26th of July. This film has set the comic book world on fire, uniting two of Marvel's most beloved antiheroes the wisecracking mercenary and the gruff mutant – in an epic battle. Buckle up, in today’s episode of Now You Know, we uncover some fascinating trivia and behind-the-scenes stories that make this movie a must-watch!

Deadpool Vs Wolverine

Netflix's latest series, Bodkin is a quirky series that takes a refreshing spin on the true-crime podcast phenomenon, akin to Only Murders in the Building, but with a distinctive Irish twist. Produced by Higher Ground, the production company founded by none other than Barack and Michelle Obama, Bodkin stars Will Forte as Gilbert Power, an upbeat American podcaster embarking on a quest to unravel a long-standing mystery in the fictional town of Bodkin. Alongside Forte, Siobhán Cullen portrays Dove, a sceptical print journalist with a disdain for podcasts as legitimate journalism, while Robyn Cara shines as Emmy, an eager researcher diving headfirst into her inaugural field assignment. Set against the backdrop of Ireland's captivating yet enigmatic landscapes, Bodkin seamlessly blends comedy and thrills as our trio navigates the eccentricities and hidden truths of Bodkin.

Bodkin trivia: 6 lesser-known facts about the quirky Netflix thriller series

Legendary Australian filmmaker George Miller is back with his latest entry to the iconic Mad Max franchise – Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. The action-thriller stars Anya Taylor-Joy as the titular character, with Chris Hemsworth playing the villain Dementus. Just going by the trailer, one is assured that the film promises groundbreaking action sequences, stunning visuals, and a gripping story. Today’s Now You Know podcast offers six lesser-known facts about Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga.

A Mad Max Saga – 6 lesser-known facts about George Miller’s post-apocalyptic action thriller

Barbie star Ryan Gosling and Oppenheimer star Emily Blunt unite for David Leictch’s action comedy film The Fall Guy. The plot follows a retired stuntman named Colt Seavers, who returns to work when the lead actor of a film goes missing. Colt decides to investigate the mystery of the disappearance, but soon becomes caught in the web of a dark conspiracy that presents challenges and risks more perilous than any stunt he's faced. The film released in theatres recently to a positive critical reception. Today’s episode of the Now You Know podcast offers six lesser-known facts and trivia about The Fall Guy.

The Fall Guy: 6 lesser-known facts about the action film starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt

The Shōgun series finale premiered this week. The FX original series garnered universal acclaim for its compelling story, gripping performances, and captivating exploration of Feudal Japan. Fans of the series have called it Game of Thrones meets Ghost of Tsushima and some even feel that it could go on to be the best TV show of 2024! All 10 episodes of the miniseries are available to stream on Disney+ Hotstar in India. If you loved Shōgun or if it’s part of your binge list, we recommend you check out these lesser-known facts about this epic historical fiction in today’s Now You Know podcast.

Shōgun: 6 lesser-known facts about the critically-acclaimed TV show

The hit Netflix series Baby Reindeer is an intimate exploration of Scottish comedian, writer, and actor Richard Gadd's real-life experience with a stalker. The revealing show delves into the complexities of obsession, power dynamics, and personal boundaries as Gadd turns to the most unsettling period of his life. The series has garnered praise for its eerie atmosphere and Gadd’s intimate portrayal of various events from his life. Playwright and filmmaker Jon Brittain has helmed the series, who is a recipient of an Olivier Award and is best known for serving as a writer in Netflix’s hit series The Crown. For today’s Now You Know podcast we take a look at some lesser-known facts about Baby Reindeer.

Baby Reindeer: Lesser-known facts about Richard Gadd’s hit Netflix series

British-Indian actor Dev Patel makes his directorial debut in the action thriller Monkey Man. Patel, who is best known for films such as Hotel Mumbai, The Green Knight, Lion, and the multiple-Oscar winner Slumdog Millionaire, plays the lead in this film, which is being described by some as “John Wick in Mumbai”. The film garnered praise from critics when it premiered at the South by Southwest Film Festival, and some even went on to say that it is an ambitious action film with the perfect blend of socio-political commentary. Sharlto Copley, Pitobash Tripathy, Vipin Sharma, Sikandar Kher, Adithi Kalkunte, Sobhita Dhulipala, and Zakir Hussain among others play important supporting roles in Monkey Man. We have curated six lesser-known facts about Monkey Man for today's Now You Know podcast.

Monkey Man: 6 lesser-known facts about Dev Patel’s action thriller

Acclaimed British filmmaker and novelist Alex Garland, who is best known for Ex Machina and Annihilation, has returned with his latest passion project – the dystopian thriller Civil War. The film is set in the near future when the United States is grappling with a new civil war. The film has garnered critical acclaim after it premiered in the US on April 12, and is A24’s biggest box office debut in history. The film features a star-studded ensemble that includes Kirsten Dunst, Wagner Moura, Cailee Spaeny, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Jesse Plemons, Sonoya Mizuno, and Nick Offerman among others.

Civil War: 6 lesser-known facts about Alex Garland’s dystopian thriller

Amazon Prime Video’s attempts to release a compelling video game adaptation like Netflix’s Arcane and HBO’s The Last of Us, have been successful with the release of Fallout. The post-apocalyptic series set in a retro-futuristic alternate history Earth has garnered immense praise from critics. It offers a gripping narrative, wrapped in humour, violence, gore, and thought-provoking socio-political themes.

Fallout: 6 lesser-known facts about Prime Video’s acclaimed video-game adaptation

Dune: Part Two, the sequel to Denis Villeneuve’s sci-fi space epic is releasing in theatres this week amidst much hype and excitement. Featuring a star-studded ensemble, led by Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, the film has garnered significant praise after its World Premiere in London a fortnight ago. Some critics have likened the adaptation of Frank Herbert’s acclaimed novel to a masterpiece – one that could rival iconic sequels such as Lord of the Rings: The Towers and The Empire Strikes Back. Today’s Now You Know podcast brings you six lesser-known facts about Dune: Part Two.

Dune: Part Two: 6 lesser-known facts about the sci-fi blockbuster

The highly-anticipated live-action adaptation of the acclaimed animated series, Avatar: The Last Airbender, has been released on Netflix. While fans appear to be divided on some of the creative choices, the series is set to top Netflix’s popularity charts this weekend. So for today’s Now You Know podcast, we take a look at six lesser-known facts about the live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender.

6 lesser-known facts about Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender

The French film Anatomy of a Fall has received several nominations at the Oscars this year, including Best Picture and Best Director. Helmed by Justine Triet, the film tells the story of a woman who is accused of murdering her husband, and their blind son being the only witness. The film has garnered significant praise for its gripping narrative, compelling characters, and riveting performances. For today’s Now You Know Podcast we take a look at lesser-known facts about this critically acclaimed film.

Anatomy of a Fall: 6 lesser-known facts about the Oscar-nominated film

Leo: Bloody Sweet, the third installment of the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU), helmed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, stars Tamil superstar Vijay -: the titular star Leo. The film revolves around Parthiban, a simplistic cafe owner in Kashmir who has dedicated his life to rescuing injured animals. As the film progresses, the mild-mannered protagonist becomes inexplicably caught between the crosshairs of a murderous drug cartel, who claims that he was once a part of their gang. The fast paced masala thriller has introduced a whole new section of movie-goers to the Tamil film industry.

6 lesser-known facts about the Vijay film

As the Marvel Cinematic Universe enters Phase Five, the recently-released superhero film, a sequel to Captain Marvel and the 33rd film in the MCU has opened to divided reviews. The Marvels features three female superheroes with complementary abilities – Captain Marvel, Monica Rambeau, and Ms Marvel. The film stars Brie Larson, Teyonah Parris and Iman Vellani in lead roles and also features Zawe Ashton, Gary Lewis, Park Seo-joon, Zenobia Shroff, Mohan Kapur, Saagar Shaikh, and Samuel L. Jackson. We are dedicating today’s Now You Know to fans of the franchise and here are some lesser-known facts about The Marvels.

6 lesser-known facts about the new Marvel film starring Brie Larson

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