Kate Hudson on ‘Song Sung Blue’: This film hits such a sweet spot of cinema

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Mumbai, (IANS) Actress-singer Kate Hudson, who has been nominated at the Golden Globes for the Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for “Song Sung Blue”, says the film hits such a sweet spot of cinema and is a reminder to hold onto the people who carry us through the hardest times.

Hudson took to Instagram, where she posted a string of images from the film featuring her alongside Hollywood star Hugh Jackman.

“OMG! Thank you @goldenglobes an absolute thrill to be nominated for our film @songsungbluefilm. Huge congrats to all the incredible nominees this year. I am so grateful,” she said in the caption.

For Hudson, this story of “Lightning and Thunder” is so moving and inspiring.

She added: “Playing Claire has been one of the great privileges of my career. This film hits such a sweet spot of cinema, the kind that reminds you how movies can inspire your own world and that we are the authors of our own stories.'

"A reminder to hold onto hope and the people we love who carry us through the hardest times. A pure pleasure to be a part of this film.”

Song Sung Blue is directed by Craig Brewer. It is based on the 2008 titular documentary film by Greg Kohs The film stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson as Mike and Claire Sardina, who performed as the Neil Diamond tribute band Lightning & Thunder.

It also stars Michael Imperioli, Ella Anderson, Mustafa Shakir, Fisher Stevens, and Jim Belushi.

Song Sung Blue had its premiere at the AFI Film Festival on October 26, 2025.Hudson made her film debut in the 1998 drama Desert Blue, which was followed by supporting roles in several films. She rose to prominence with her portrayal of Penny Lane in Cameron Crowe's musical drama Almost Famous. Kate Hudson on ‘Song Sung Blue’: This film hits such a sweet spot of cinema | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com

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Tom Cruise receives honorary Oscar

US actor Tom Cruise received an honorary Oscar on Sunday evening, the first golden statue of his decades-long career, to a standing ovation from Hollywood's elite, AFP reported.

To the sound of the "Mission Impossible" theme tune, a hallmark of the 63-year-old actor's career, Cruise took to the stage at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles to applause from peers including Colin Farrell and Emilio Estevez, with whom he has shared the screen, and the renowned Steven Spielberg, who directed him in "Minority Report" and "War of the Worlds."

Cruise, a four-time Oscar nominee, has never won the award and spoke of his love for cinema in a heartfelt speech.

He praised the big screen as a place that sparks "a hunger for adventure, a hunger for knowledge, a hunger to understand humanity, to create characters, to tell a story, to see the world."

The honorary Oscars, awarded annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, celebrate cinema legends for their careers and contributions to the film industry.

Cruise's award was presented by Mexican filmmaker Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu, who directed him in the upcoming film "Judy."

"Writing a four-minute speech to celebrate Tom Cruise's 45-year career is what is known, in this town, as a mission impossible," Inarritu joked.

"Tonight, we celebrate. We celebrate not just a filmography, we celebrate a lifetime of work," Inarritu said, adding that working with Cruise, he saw the actor perform his most dangerous stunt yet: "This man ate more chili than any Mexican."The Academy also presented honorary Oscars that evening to actor Debbie Allen who starred in "Fame," production designer Wynn Thomas, and country singer Dolly Parton, honored for her humanitarian work. Source: https://www.panorama.am/

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S Ranula from Manipur wins Kats Collection Top Model 2025

Dimapur, October 23 (MExN): S Ranula from Maram, Manipur, was crowned the winner of Kats Collection Top Model 2025 at a grand finale held at Hotel Acacia, Dimapur on October 18.

Ranula received a cash prize of Rs 1,00,000 and a one-year contract with Kats Collection, according to an official statement.

The event also saw the announcement of several sub-titles. Viven Achumi was awarded Miss Congeniality (Rs 20,000), Moakala won Miss Multimedia (Rs 10,000), and Khrohiloo Koza won Miss Beautiful Smile (Rs 3,000 and a treatment contract worth Rs 10,000 by Dimapur Dental Centre). The other two finalists were given Rs 3,000 each as a token of recognition. All six finalists were offered one year of complimentary oral hygiene maintenance by Dimapur Dental Centre.

The finalists showcased gowns and wedding dresses from the fashion brand Kats Collection, a fashion brand with stores in Dimapur, Kohima, and Shillong.

The evening featured live performances by artistes including the Tetseo Sisters, Keneisenuo Sorhie, Thunglamo Ngullie, Noune Whourie, Ngavapmi, and cellist Bendang Jamir. The event was hosted by Hornbill TV journalist Imnatula Jamir.

The judging panel comprised Visituonuo Rio (Brand Head, Kats Collection), Opangtongdang Jamir (Creative Director), and Christina Moala Longkumer (Executive Director).

The evening concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Ar Keneivor Rio (Brand Head, Kats Collection).The event was mainly sponsored by Hillypix Entertainment and co-sponsored by Cabin.58 and Dimapur Real Estate. The Event Partners were Shulem Boutique Hotel, Okusa Toyota, Makeup by Annalia, Nykaa, Kohima Computer Center, New Laxmi Jeweller, Dimapur Dental Centre, Nagaland Doors & Greendoor Nagaland. S Ranula from Manipur wins Kats Collection Top Model 2025 | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com

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