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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

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!

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Acclaimed Japanese Mangaka Naoki Urasawa's beloved manga series PLUTO received an anime adaptation produced by Genco, which premiered on Netflix on October 26, 2023. The series is inspired by Astro Boy, one of the pioneering works in the history of Japanese manga and anime by Osamu Tezuka. The series follows Gesicht, an AI detective who attempts to uncover the identity of Pluto — a serial killer targeting the most advanced robots in the world, including the iconic Astro Boy Atom himself, in his quest to become the pinnacle of all machine life-forms. Things keep escalating as Gesicht also understands that he himself might be in danger. The show has been created by Naoki Urasawa and directed by Toshio Kawaguchi, with stellar voice-acting performances by Shinshu Fuji, Yoko Hikasa, Minori Suzuki, Hiroki Yasumoto, and Koichi Yamadera among others. So on today's edition of Now You Know, we take a closer look at some lesser-known facts about Pluto.

Legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese's Killers of the Flower Moon starring Leonardo DiCaprio is finally releasing in theatres in India on 20th October 2023. The film is based on the book by David Grann and narrates the true story of the murders of the Native American tribe, Osage Nation after oil was discovered on their land in the 1920s. It is among the several artistic works released over the years, focusing on the Osage Murders. Films such as the 1926 production Osage Hills and the 1959 film The FBI Story explore the pain and injustice suffered by the Osage Nation. Scorsese's chilling account of the atrocious events has already raked in rave reviews at Cannes this year. It features an ensemble cast of Robert De Niro, Lily Gladstone, Jesse Plemons, Tantoo Cardinal, John Lithgow, and Brendan Fraser along with lead star DiCaprio. So for today's Now You Know podcast we take a look at lesser-known facts about Killers of the Flower Moon.

Acclaimed horror filmmaker Mike Flanagan is set to release his latest Netflix series titled, The Fall of the House of Usher. The TV show is adapted from Edgar Allan Poe's eponymous short story, and stars Bruce Greenwood, Carla Gugino, Mary McDonell, Rahul Kohli, Kate Siegel, Zach Gilford, and Mark Hamil among others. It tells the story of twins Roderick and Madeline, whose pharmaceutical dynasty begins to unravel when their heirs mysteriously die. The horror series is expected to feature Flanagan's signature blend of emotional themes and psychological horror, which were instrumental to the success of Flanagan's previous works such as The Haunting of Hill House, Doctor Sleep, and Midnight Mass among others. For today's Now You Know podcast, we take a look at lesser-known facts about The Fall of the House of Usher.

The live-action adaptation of the hit manga and anime series One Piece premiered on Netflix last week. Much to the delight of its faithful fans the series received plaudits, unlike previous anime adaptations such as Death Note and Cowboy Bebop which received divided reviews. The live-action tale of Luffy and the Straw Hat pirates offers a compelling story, stunning visuals, scintillating action sequences, and the franchise's trademark humour. For this episode of Now You Know, we take a look at lesser-known facts about the latest adaptation of One Piece.

The highly anticipated Neill Blomkamp sports drama Gran Turismo is set to release in India this weekend on the 25th of August. The film stars Archie Madekwe in the lead, with David Harbour, Orlando Bloom, and Geri Halliwell essaying pivotal characters in these high-octane motorsports drama. For this episode of Now You Know, we take a look at six lesser-known facts about Gran Turismo.

As renowned filmmaker Greta Gerwig's Barbie releases in theatres along with Christopher Nolan's magnum opus Oppenheimer, we're in for a box office battle to remember. In fact, the ‘Barbieheiemer' frenzy has taken over pop culture, with both films garnering rave reviews from critics and audiences alike. So on today's Now You Know, we take a look at some lesser-known facts about Barbie, the doll who happens to hail from a parallel universe.

The hype and excitement surrounding the release of Oppenheimer is almost palpable. The Christopher Nolan film is expected to be one of the biggest releases this year as it goes head-to-head with Greta Gerwig's Barbie on July 21st. On today's Now You Know, we take a look at lesser-known facts about the film headlined by Cillian Murphy.

The latest Tom Cruise blockbuster Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One has been released to universal acclaim, with several critics calling it the best entry in the franchise. The film features gripping set pieces, an immersive plot, and Cruise's trademark death-defying stunts and action sequences that will surely blow your socks off. In today's Now You Know podcast we compile some lesser-known facts about Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One that you surely didn't know.

Geralt of Rivia is back again in the third season of the popular Netflix series The Witcher. Henry Cavill reprises his role as Geralt for one last time before Liam Hemsworth takes over the role from the next season. Anya Chalotra, Freya Allan, and Joey Batey also reprise their roles for the new season as the main characters. For today's Now You Know we take a look at lesser-known facts about season three of the fantasy series, which is based on Andrzej Sapkowski's novels.

  OTTplay Now You Know - Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny 2023: 6 lesser-known facts about the Harrison Ford film - Episode 107Hollywood legend Harrison Ford returns as the iconic swashbuckling adventurer Indiana Jones or Indy in the fifth instalment of the franchise. An archaeologist, professor and full-time explorer,  Indy is often dubbed a grave-digger who inevitably finds himself in near-death situations as he takes on fierce adversaries to retrieve objects of immense cultural and historical significance.Directed by James Mangold, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, is set to release in theatres on the 29th of June in India. So for today's Now You Know, we take a look at some of the lesser-known facts about the film. The film's first script reportedly featured several jokes aimed at Indiana's age. However, lead star Harrison Ford asked them to be removed as he felt that it would distract the audience from the film's immersive experience. Well, we feel the jabs would've also been a tad ageist if not entirely insensitive and it was a good call to nip them in the bud.As many fans of the franchise would already know, this film was scheduled to release in 2021 to coincide with the 40th anniversary of the first film, Raiders of the Lost Ark. However, the COVID-19 pandemic, coupled with a few injuries Ford suffered during production, delayed the film – eventually pushing it back by two years.Steven Spielberg was vehemently opposed to the idea of using digital de-aging technology on Harrison Ford for the film, all the way back in 2012, when the plans for a fifth film were being discussed. However, the technology has significantly improved since 2012, and it appears new director James Mangold does not feel as strongly about de-ageing technology as Speilberg did. Ford confirmed that de-ageing technology is used in the film for flashback sequences, in an interview with late-night talk show host Stephen Colbert. In the trailer, Indiana appears to be wearing a gold wedding band. It could be a hint that he is still married to Karen Allen's character Marion. Even though Allen did not feature in any of the trailers, she is listed as a cast member.The film's primary antagonist, Jürgen Voller, is played by Mads Mikkelsen. His character is reportedly modelled after Wernher von Braun, a former Nazi who was among the 1600 ex-Nazi scientists who were brought to the United States to work on the top secret government program called Operation Paperclip. Wernher von Braun served as director of the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama, and was instrumental in the US winning the ‘space race' during the Cold War. There are even theories as to whether the German scientists, including von Braun, were truly ‘former Nazis' and if they ever truly stopped believing in the principles of the Third Reich. Ironically, it is a Disney TV show that showcased von Braun as an American hero, and the Indiana Jones franchise is owned by Disney, with its latest film featuring a villain inspired by von Braun.Phoebe Waller-Bridge, who is best known for helming Killing Eve and as the star and showrunner of Fleabag, essays the role of Indy's goddaughter Helena Shaw. Her character has essentially replaced Shia LaBeouf's character, Mutt, Indy's estranged son from Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. Director James Mangold revealed that he based Waller-Bridge's character on Barbara Stanwyck's character Jean Harrington from the 1941 film The Lady Eve. Well that's the Now you know episode for today on OTTplay, until  the next one it's your host Nikhil signing out.Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poochoWritten by Ryan Gomez

Now You Know - Jack Ryan Season 4: Lesser-known Facts about the Hit Prime Video Series - Episode 106The Office star John Krasinski is set to return as the titular super spy Jack Ryan in the fourth season of Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan. The new season will premiere on Amazon Prime Video on June 30th, and it will focus on Jack as he steps into the role of Acting Deputy Director of the CIA trying to root out the corruption within the organisation. So for today's Now You Know, we take a look at lesser-known facts about the series that even ardent fans of the show may not know. Lead star John Krasinski revealed that the CIA Headquarters in Langley granted the TV show's production unit access to locations inside the complex that were never used for filming previous films and TV shows. Talk about keeping it real!The series is based on Tom Clancy's series of novels, but unlike the previous adaptations, including film and TV shows, the Prime Video series is not based on any of Clancy's novels. Instead, the series has borrowed the characters and setting from the franchise and created original stories set around contemporary geopolitics. Such creative liberties can sometimes enhance the source material and even result in compelling adaptations.  For the first season, the scenes involving the antagonist Sulamein and his residence were filmed at a 13th-century kasbah, or a fortified citadel, on the outskirts of the Moroccan city Marrakesh.Australian actress Abbie Cornish plays the role of Jack's love interest, Cathy Mueller, in season one. In the show, she is depicted as an epidemiologist, and her profession is pivotal to the first season's plot. However, in the books, she is an eye surgeon. Robert Pine essays the role of Gerald Halpert in the sitcom The Office. His character is the father of Jim Halpert, who is played by Jack Ryan lead star John Krasinski. In real life, however, Pine is the father of actor Chris Pine, who played the role of Jack Ryan in the 2014 film Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit. Now that's just a beautiful coincidence. In the film Clear and Present Danger, starring Harrison Ford as Jack Ryan, Jack is ambushed in the streets of Colombia,  similar to the ambush scene in Venezuela in the second season of the TV series. Coincidentally, scenes set in Venezuela were filmed in the Colombian city of Bogota.German actress Nina Hoss essays the role of the fictional President of the Czech Republic, Alena Kovac. She is depicted on the show as the centre of power in the country, similar to the role of an American President. However, in real life, the Prime Minister in the Czech Republic is considered the ultimate leader of the government, similar to India and other European nations, and is more powerful than the President.  Well that's the Now You Know for today's episode , until the next it's your host Nikhil signing out.Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poochoWritten by Ryan Gomez

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, the sequel to the Academy Award-winning 2018 film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse is swinging towards a monumental success. In fact, the film has managed the biggest opening weekend for an animated feature in India so far. The superhero film has been lauded by both fans and critics and is already one of the favourites to win an Oscar next year for Best Animated Feature. For today's Now You Know we take a look at some of the lesser-known facts about the film.

James Gunn's third film in the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise premiered last week to universal acclaim. The film was praised for its emotionally-charged narrative, the franchise's trademark humour, and riveting action sequences. So for today's Now You Know we take a look at some of the lesser-known facts about Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 featuring our favourite motley crew of intergalactic heroes.

Zachary Levi and the ‘Shazam' family feature in the sequel to David F Sandberg's 2019 hit Shazam!. The new film Shazam! Fury of the Gods revolves around Billy Batson aka Shazam and his foster siblings as they try to thwart the evil plans of new adversaries who call themselves the Daughters of Atlas. For today's Now You Know we take a look at lesser-known facts about Shazam! Fury of the Gods which will be available to stream on OTT in India from the 18th of April, 2023.

From hidden messages to an American actor pulling off a British accent that even fooled Hugh Grant, here's what you didn't know about Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves

Keanu Reeves is back as the deadly John Wick for the fourth instalment of the John Wick franchise. John Wick: Chapter 4 has been lauded as one of the best action films in recent years, and the best of the franchise. So for today's Now You Know, here are some lesser-known facts about John Wick: Chapter 4, directed by Chad Stahelski.

Marvel's Phase 5 has commenced with Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, the third film of the Ant-Man franchise. The film also serves as the feature film debut of the villain, Kang the Conqueror, played by Jonathan Majors. Despite lukewarm reception by the critics, the film has shattered a few box-office records in its opening weekend. So for today's Now You Know we take a look at lesser-known facts about the Marvel film starring Paul Rudd, Michelle Pfeiffer, Evangeline Lilly, Kathryn Newton, and Michael Douglas.

The Fablemans is a semi-autobiographical film based on the life of acclaimed filmmaker Steven Speilberg. Helmed by Speilberg himself, the film narrates the story of a young Sammy Fableman, who uses films as a means to navigate the challenges in his life in post-World War II Arizona. The film received seven Academy Award nominations this year, and it is our pick for today's Now You Know. Here's exploring some of its lesser-known facts about The Fablemans.

The period drama The Woman King is a fictionalised retelling of the events that led to the formation of Agojie, the all-female warrior unit of the Kingdom of Dahomey. Viola Davis stars in the lead role as the leader of Agojie and the future Woman King of Dahomey. The film received several nominations this awards season, with Davis in particular singled out for several accolades. So if you loved the film and Viola Davis' promising portrayal as the badass female warrior, you'll surely want to know lesser-known facts related to the action film. So for today's Now You Know, here's all that you possibly didn't know about The Woman King.

The highly anticipated adaptation of the critically acclaimed video game The Last of Us has finally released its first episode. The series based on a post-apocalyptic zombie wasteland currently has an astounding 99% critics' approval on Rotten Tomatoes and is expected to be one of the most revered shows of 2023. So for today's Now You Know podcast we take a look at lesser-known facts about The Last of Us.

The highly anticipated sequel to the 2009 blockbuster hit Avatar has already smashed several box-office records across the globe. The visually stunning cinematic achievement has earned plaudits from critics and fans. And today's Now You Know podcast will take a deep dive into the lesser-known facts about Avatar 2: Way of the Water.

Acclaimed filmmaker Tim Burton, renowned for his gothic horror and black comedy films, is back with a new TV series. He is the director of the latest adaptation of everyone's favorite creepy family, The Addams Family, created by Charles Addams. The new Netflix original series titled Wednesday features Wednesday Addams as the primary character with Jenna Ortega playing the titular role. So for today's Now You Know podcast we take a look at lesser-known facts about the horror comedy series.

The Spanish teen drama was met with immense fanfare with the release of its first season back in 2018. And it soon became one of Netflix's most coveted shows, ranking substantially in several Netflix charts. Elite fans are thrilled about the return of this hit series for a new season. Tune in to the new series this November, but before that have a look at some lesser-known facts about Elite.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe concluded its Phase 4 with the box-office-shattering Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. The sequel to the 2018 film Black Panther was met with critical acclaim and was praised for its new characters, compelling story, and somber tone. So for today's Now You Know podcast we take a look at some of the lesser-known facts about the film.

Sherlock Holmes' sister and teenage sleuth Enola Holmes is back in Enola Holmes 2, the second film in the detective franchise which has been received with much critical acclaim and love from fans. The film finds the young detective grappling with a new case where she must uncover the mysterious disappearance of a woman who happened to be employed at a match stick factory. Based on Nancy Springer's book of the same name, this one carves the young detective as an instinctive and witty private investigator who meticulously combs over facts before arriving at educated theories to solve curious crimes. But we're not giving away any spoilers here. If you've watched the film or even plan to, here are a few interesting things you'd like to know about the second installment of the successful Netflix franchise.

After 29 years since the wicked Sanderson sisters were defeated, Disney returns with a sequel to the Halloween classic Hocus Pocus. The original cast members Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy return as Winifred "Winnie" Sanderson, Sarah Sanderson, and Mary Sanderson, respectively, for the sequel, Hocus Pocus 2. Now, let's dive into some facts and trivia about the film.

The highly-anticipated epic period drama Ponniyan Selvan is set to hit theatres this Friday, the 30th of September. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Mani Ratnam, the film is based on Kalki Krishnamurthy's eponymous book about the Chola King Arulmozhi. The story is set in the 10th century AD during the height of the Chola empire. Jayam Ravi essays the role of the Chola King Arulmozhi while Tamil superstar Vikram slips into the role of Aditha Karikalan, who was once heir to the throne and the eldest son of King Sundara. Some of the other important characters in this epic include Vallavaraiyan Vanthiyathevan, the brave warrior prince of the Vaanar Clan, Kundhavai, sister to both Arulmozhi and Aditha Karikalan, and Princess Nandhini of the Pazhuvettaraiyar clan who has ambitions to usurp the rulers of the Chola Empire. Karthi plays the role of Vanthiyathevan while Kundhavai is played by Trisha. The formidable Princess Nandhini is essayed by Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. So for today's Now You Know, we take a look at some of the lesser-known facts about Ponniyan Selvan.

Netflix released its latest true-crime series this Wednesday. Titled Dahmer - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, it is a 10-episode retelling of one of the most notorious serial killers in modern history, Jeffery Dahmer. American Horror Story and X-Men star Evan Peters plays the lead role as the man the media called the Milwaukee cannibal. So for today's Now You Know podcast, we take a look at some of the lesser-known facts about the deranged killer.

The latest Star Wars series, Andor, by Disney debuted with rave reviews from critics. As per the Rotten Tomatoes review aggregator, The Mandalorian is the only Star Wars series with a higher critics score. So for today's Now You Know podcast, we take a look at some of the lesser-known facts about Andor.

The highly anticipated Netflix film Blonde, based on the life of Marilyn Monroe, is set to release on the platform on the 28th of September. The film, starring Ana de Armas, premiered at the Venice International Film Festival last week to a standing ovation and has been well received by critics. So for today's Now You Know podcast we take a look at some of the lesser-known facts of Blonde.

The new Disney+ Marvel series, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law is set to become an instant fan favourite. Tatiana Maslany stars as the titular hero with Mark Ruffalo reprising his role as Bruce Banner aka the Hulk. For today's podcast, we take a look at some of the lesser-known facts about the show.

Neil Gaiman's award-winning New York Times bestselling graphic novel, The Sandman, has finally been adapted into live-action. The dark fantasy epic is now a TV series on Netflix. So before you stream this iconic story, here are some lesser-known facts about The Sandman.

Carrie Bradshaw and the gang are back! The spin-off to the hit TV series Sex and the City features Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, and Kristin Davis reprising their roles in the comedy-drama  And Just Like That…, Lets look into some trivia now.Kristin Davis's character, Charlotte, has a new pet in the series, a dog named Richard Burton, named after the popular Welsh actor. Fans of the original show will remember that her previous dog was named Elizabeth Taylor. This is in fact a nod to the fact that the real-life actors Taylor and Burton were married twice.In the pilot episode of  And Just Like That… eagle-eyed fans will notice DVDs of Sex & the City on a shelf in Carrie Mr.Big's residence.While most actors are not too keen on working on two simultaneous projects, Sarah Jessica Parker was not too concerned about doing double duty. She worked on And Just Like That... and Hocus Pocus 2 at the same time.As a result of the hype surrounding the series, the production demanded more intricate set pieces while filming with heightened surveillance to keep the paparazzi and bystanders from leaking any potential spoilers.Every child actor who essayed the roles of the children of the main characters has been replaced with new actors. Niall Cunningham replaces Joseph Pupo as Brady Hobbes. Cathy Ang replaced Alexandra Fong and Parker Fong replaced Lily York Goldenblatt, as both previous actors retired from acting. Whereas Alexa Swinton's character, Rose, was previously essayed by four different child actors.Most writers take real-life inspiration while creating characters and storylines. This was the case when writer Keli Goff used her own issues surrounding infertility for the plot line involving Karen Pittman's character, Nya. A similar storyline was also used in the original series around Kristin Davis's character, Charlotte. The noticeable difference is the fact that  Charlotte wanted to have kids whereas Nya is against the idea of having children.  Well, that's the OTTplay Now You Know for today, until the next episode it's your host Nikhil signing out.Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poochoWritten by Ryan Gomez

Netflix's new action film, The Gray Man,  is a high-octane spy-thriller with Ryan Gosling, Ana de Armas, and Chris Evans in the lead roles with Tamil superstar Dhanush playing a supporting character. Here are some lesser-known facts about the film. Let's beginChris Evans essays the roles of the villainous Llyod Hansen in the film. However, he was initially offered the role of the protagonist, but Evans declined as he preferred to play the antagonist. The role eventually went to Ryan Gosling.Ana de Armas has previously worked with both Gosling and Evans in different films. She starred alongside Gosling in the critically acclaimed Denis Villeneuve sci-fi action film     Blade Runner 2049. In Rian Johnson's riveting black-comedy drama, Knives Out, she played the lead role while Evans played an important supporting character. Mishaps during filming are inevitable, but on Evans' very first day of filming, he accidentally smacked Gosling in the face with his prop gun.In a particular scene, Evans' character, Hansen, calls Gosling's character, Six, a Ken Doll, in reference to the popular Barbie toys for children. Coincidentally, Gosling will essay the role of Ken in Greta Gerwig's 2023 film, Barbie, starring Margot Robbie in the lead.The scenes featuring Baku, Azerbaijan, were not on location. Instead, they were shot in the Czech Republic. In fact, the buildings in the scene featuring the funeral is the National Memorial on Vítkov Hill in Prague, the Capital of the Czech Republic.Chris Evans has previously worked with the film's directors, the Russo brothers,  on multiple films. The Russo brothers helmed Captain America: The Winter Soldier and Captain America: Civil War, in which Evans played the titular superhero. They teamed up again with Evans for Avengers: Infinity War, and Avengers: End Game.Well that's the OTTplay Now You Know for today, until the next time it's your host Nikhil signing out.Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poochoWritten by Ryan Gomez

The highly anticipated Christopher Nolan film Oppenheimer has released its first look teaser. Peaky Blinders star Cillian Murphy plays the titular character supported by a star-studded ensemble of Robert Downey Jr, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Rami Malek, Florence Pugh, Jack Quaid, Josh Hartnett, Dane DeHaan, Matthew Modine, Alden Ehrenreich, David Dastmalchian, Jason Clarke, James D'Arcy, Casey Affleck, and Kenneth Branagh. It's safe to say that the film boasts the most impressive cast ever assembled in history. So for today's Now You Know podcast, here are six things you probably didn't know about the film.

The popular crime-comedy series Only Murders in the Building is back for a second season. Starring Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez in lead roles, the plot revolves around three true crime enthusiasts who stumble upon a murder mystery. The series is available to stream on Disney+ Hotstar. Let's look at some trivia now