Angelina Jolie reflects on Cambodia conflict, says son Maddox's birthplace remains close to her heart

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Mumbai, (IANS) Global star and humanitarian Angelina Jolie has marked the first anniversary of the Cambodia border conflict, saying the country, where her son Maddox was born, continues to hold a special place in her heart.

The Oscar-winning star penned a note on Instagram, where she spoke about how nearly 30,000 people remain internally displaced.

“One year ago, conflict broke out along Cambodia’s border, upending the safety and stability of so many. Now, nearly 30,000 people remain internally displaced and unable to return home,” she wrote.

Angelina shared that the place is her son Maddox’s birth country

“Cambodia has always been a special country for me and my family. This is my son’s country of birth, our home is here, and for over 20 years, we’ve worked with a fully locally-led team on conservation and community development. The Maddox Foundation is headquartered on the same border where the recent conflict took place,” she added.

“I have had the honor of becoming close friends with my neighbors and the Foundation team as we demined and developed the area together. When the fighting broke out last year, we had to evacuate our staff and their families — a painful reminder of just how quickly conflict can return.”

Jotting down points about why she loves Cambodia, Angelina wrote: “I love this country and its resilient, warm people. While we’re grateful to have resumed our work protecting the land and supporting the community’s health and livelihoods, my heart is with everyone still waiting to come home.”

Angelina is the recipient of numerous accolades, including an Academy Award, a Tony Award and three Golden Globe Awards. She is known for her humanitarian efforts.The causes she promotes include conservation, education, and women's rights. She has been noted for her advocacy on behalf of refugees as a Special Envoy for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. She has undertaken field missions to refugee camps and war zones worldwide. Angelina Jolie reflects on Cambodia conflict, says son Maddox's birthplace remains close to her heart | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com

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Priyanka Chopra wishes ‘eternal queen’ Angelina Jolie on 50th birthday

Mumbai, (IANS) As Angelina Jolie turned 50, Indian actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas wished the Oscar winning-actress, whom the 'desi girl' lovingly called the “eternal queen.”

Priyanka took to Instagram stories, where she shared a photograph of Jolie, who turned 50 on Wednesday and wrote: “Happiest birthday to this eternal queen @angelinajolie.”

Talking about Jolie, she has appeared in over thirty film productions since 1982. The actress has starred in films such as Playing by Heart, Gone in 60 Seconds, Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, Lara Croft: Tomb Raider – The Cradle of Life, Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow, Alexander, Mr. & Mrs. Smith, Beowulf, A Mighty Heart, Changeling, Kung Fu Panda, Wanted, Salt, The Tourist and Maleficent.

Known for her humanitarian work, the actress who has directed a number of films, such as In the Land of Blood and Honey, Unbroken, By the Sea, First They Killed My Father, and Without Blood, has been feted with several honours including an Academy Award, three Golden Globe Awards, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and a Tony Award as well as nominations for two British Academy Film Awards and two Primetime Emmy Awards.

Talking about Priyanka, she is all set to star in “Heads Of State,” her upcoming project directed by Ilya Naishuller. In this action-packed film, Priyanka plays Noel Bisset, an MI6 agent who joins forces with John Cena and Idris Elba’s characters to navigate a high-stakes situation after their diplomatic mission is disrupted.

The film is scheduled to debut on Prime Video on July 2.

She will also portray a 19th-century Caribbean pirate in “The Bluff”, which is a swashbuckler drama film co-written by Frank E. Flowers and Joe Ballarini, with Flowers also directing. The film stars Karl Urban, Ismael Cruz Cordova, Safia Oakley-Green, and Vedanten Naidoo.

Set in the Caribbean islands during the 19th century, the film features Priyanka as a former female pirate who must protect her family when her past catches up to her.Additionally, Priyanka is set to return for the second season of the web series “Citadel.” The spy action series was released in 2023. It stars Richard Madden and Priyanka as Citadel agents Mason Kane and Nadia Sinh, respectively. Priyanka Chopra wishes ‘eternal queen’ Angelina Jolie on 50th birthday | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com”

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Angelina Jolie reacts to standing ovation for ‘Maria’

Los Angeles, (IANS) Hollywood superstar Angelina Jolie recently received a standing ovation for her movie ‘Maria’ at the Venice Film Festival, and has now reacted to the applause and the response that she got for her part.

Reacting to the response, the actress told ‘Entertainment Tonight’, “It’s hard to explain moments like that. When you play a real person, it’s a big responsibility, and you don’t want to fail her, and you don’t wanna fail the people that care for her, and the people you are standing with. We all have worked very hard on something. And, kindness is always moving, when people are kind to you, you feel moved”.

Talking about attending the Venice Film Festival with her son, Pax Thien Jolie-Pitt, the actress said, “I’m very happy, he is healthy. We worked on the film together, and we do a lot of work together, so it was a family night”.

‘Maria’ is a biographical psychological drama film based on the opera singer Maria Callas. It is directed by Pablo Larraín, written by Steven Knight, produced by Fremantle. The film stars Angelina Jolie in the titular role, with Valeria Golino as her sister Yakinthi, and Haluk Bilginer as Aristotle Onassis.

It marks the third and final film in Larrain’s trilogy of 20th century “iconic women”, after ‘Jackie’ and ‘Spencer’. The film premiered at the 81st Venice International Film Festival, where it competed for the Golden Lion.

The film is reportedly set during Callas' final years in the 1970s when she was living in Paris.Meanwhile, Angelina Jolie has been in the news for her split from Hollywood star Brad Pitt. They were both declared legally single in 2019, but their divorce is still dragging on. Angelina Jolie reacts to standing ovation for ‘Maria’ | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com

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