Robert Downey Jr.: News

08 Nov 2024

LucasFilm

'Star Wars' returns! Lucasfilm taps Simon Kinberg for new trilogy

In a major development for the future of Star Wars, Lucasfilm has signed Simon Kinberg to write and produce a new trilogy of Star Wars films, reported Deadline.

01 Nov 2024

Kamala Harris

Avengers assemble again—this time for Kamala Harris

In a rare show of political unity, the stars of Marvel's The Avengers have openly endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris in the upcoming 2024 US Presidential Election.

29 Oct 2024

Doctor Doom

Robert Downey will 'sue' anyone who recreates him using AI

Robert Downey Jr., famous for playing Tony Stark aka Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), is staunchly against the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) for recreating his likeness.

16 Sep 2024

Emmy Awards

Liza Colón-Zayas to Jodie Foster: Meet the first-time Emmy winners

The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards, held on Sunday (Monday IST) at LA's Peacock Theatre, was a night of celebration for many first-time winners.

16 Sep 2024

Emmy Awards

Why Lamorne Morris mentioned Robert Downey Jr. in Emmy speech

In a surprising turn of events, actor Lamorne Morris won the Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series award at the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards on Monday (IST) for his role in Fargo.

16 Sep 2024

Game of Thrones

Major records that could be broken at 76th Emmy Awards

As the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards approach on Monday morning (IST), several records are on the verge of being broken, per VegasInsider.

10 Sep 2024

Business

Robert Downey Jr.'s journey: From rising star to Hollywood icon

Robert Downey Jr., synonymous with Hollywood success, has journeyed from early fame and personal challenges to becoming one of the industry's top stars.

25 Aug 2024

Avengers: Endgame

Robert Downey Jr., James Spader—Actors returning to MCU

The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is set to welcome back some of its most beloved actors.

22 Aug 2024

Avengers

How Robert Downey Jr. landed the role of Doctor Doom 

Robert Downey Jr., known for his iconic role as Tony Stark/Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), is set to make a surprising comeback.

10 Aug 2024

Avengers

Will Russo brothers' MCU return impact filming of 'Citadel 2'

The Russo brothers, renowned for their work in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), recently confirmed their return to direct Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars, starring MCU veteran Robert Downey Jr.

06 Aug 2024

Anthony Russo

Dhanush, Robert Downey together? 'Avengers: Doomsday' might have ultimate team-up!

Rumors are rife that actor Dhanush might be a part of the Russo brothers' upcoming film, Avengers: Doomsday.

02 Aug 2024

Avengers

'Avengers' then and now: How 12yrs have flipped the MCU

In a surprising turn of events, Marvel announced that Robert Downey Jr—renowned for his portrayal of Iron Man—will return to play Doctor Doom in the upcoming 2026 film Avengers: Doomsday.

01 Aug 2024

Avengers

Kang no more? Jonathan Majors speaks out about RDJ takeover

Jonathan Majors, known for his portrayal of the Marvel villain Kang the Conqueror, has publicly expressed his disappointment over being replaced by Robert Downey Jr. in future Avengers films.

31 Jul 2024

Avengers: Endgame

RDJ as Doctor Doom: What this means for Iron Man

Robert Downey Jr, the actor who initiated the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) franchise with his portrayal of Iron Man in 2008, is set to make a comeback.

30 Jul 2024

Avengers

Marvel spends $80M on Russos—even bigger paycheck for Robert Downey

Marvel is doubling down on its winning formula!

28 Jul 2024

Doctor Doom

Who is Doctor Doom? Exploring origins of Marvel's ultimate supervillain

Born from the minds of Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, Doctor Doom first clashed with the Fantastic Four in the pages of their eponymous comic.

28 Jul 2024

Doctor Doom

'Lazy casting': RDJ's MCU return leaves some fans disappointed

Robert Downey Jr., famed for his role as Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), has officially announced his return to the franchise—this time portraying the villainous Doctor Doom in the upcoming Avengers Doomsday.

28 Jul 2024

Anthony Russo

Russo brothers return to Marvel with 'Avengers: Doomsday,' 'Secret Wars'

Marvel Studios has officially announced the next two Avengers films, Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars—both to be directed by Joe and Anthony Russo.

24 Jul 2024

Deadpool

Kevin Feige on Iron Man's return after Wolverine: 'We'll see'

Marvel Studios's president, Kevin Feige, recently hinted at the potential return of Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans to their iconic roles as Iron Man and Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

02 Jun 2024

Sherlock Holmes

'Very much alive': Susan Downey on 'Sherlock Holmes 3'

As Amazon Prime Video works on its own version of the iconic Sherlock Holmes, Susan Downey has shared a positive update on Robert Downey Jr.'s Sherlock Holmes 3.

30 May 2024

Amazon Prime Video

Amazon Prime Video announces 'Young Sherlock Holmes' series adaptation

Amazon Prime Video has commissioned a new series based on Andrew 'Andy' Lane's Young Sherlock Holmes novels.

08 May 2024

Nobel Prize

Robert Downey Jr. to make Broadway debut in play 'McNeal' 

Robert Downey Jr. is preparing for his first-ever Broadway performance this fall.

30 Apr 2024

HBO

'The Sympathizer': Makeup team explains process behind RDJ's four looks 

In HBO's latest miniseries, The Sympathizer, actor Robert Downey Jr. has outdone himself by playing not just one, but four diametrically distinct characters.

27 Apr 2024

Anthony Russo

Russo brothers shut the door on Robert Downey's Marvel return

Robert Downey Jr.—acclaimed for his role as Tony Stark/Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU)—recently surprised fans by expressing his readiness to return to the franchise.

17 Mar 2024

Jeremy Renner

Robert Downey Jr.'s 'great chats' felt like 'dating': Jeremy Renner

Academy-Awardee Robert Downey Jr. is known as much for his benevolence, generosity, and camaraderie with his colleagues as much for his long career and acting caliber.

11 Mar 2024

Hollywood

96th Academy Awards: Robert Downey Jr., Christopher Nolan honored 

The biggest night in world cinema, the Academy Awards took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday (early morning on Monday in India).

11 Mar 2024

Christopher Nolan

Oscars 2024: 'Oppenheimer' wins Best Actor, Best Director 

The highly awaited 96th Academy Awards took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on March 10 (early morning on March 11 in India).

11 Mar 2024

Academy Awards

Oscars 2024: 'Oppenheimer's Robert Downey Jr. wins Best Supporting Actor

Robert Downey Jr. has clinched the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his role as Lewis Strauss in Christopher Nolan-directed, Oppenheimer, at the 96th Academy Awards in Los Angeles.

29 Feb 2024

Cate Blanchett

Hollywood celebrities infamous for being bad neighbors

What could possibly go wrong if you share a wall with a celebrity the world swoons over?

25 Feb 2024

Hollywood

'Mic mishaps' to 'drunken confessions': 2024 SAG Awards' top moments

The 30th edition of the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards—held Saturday night (local time) at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles—was a night to remember!

25 Feb 2024

Hollywood

2024 SAG Awards: 'Oppenheimer' to 'The Bear,' complete winners list

Months after the historic Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) strike that halted Hollywood productions ended, the 30th annual SAG Awards took place in Los Angeles on Saturday night (local time).

23 Feb 2024

Christopher Nolan

'Oppenheimer' India OTT release details are here

Christopher Nolan's critically acclaimed film, Oppenheimer, featuring Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer, the man behind the atomic bomb, is set for an OTT release in India. The movie is set to drop on JioCinema on March 21 in both English and Hindi languages.

19 Feb 2024

BAFTA

Historic firsts at the 2024 BAFTA Film Awards

The 2024 BAFTA Film Awards—held at London's Royal Festival Hall—turned out to be a memorable affair for reasons more than one.

19 Feb 2024

BAFTA

BAFTA 2024 winners: Cillian Murphy, Christopher Nolan honored

The glamorous, glittery, and star-studded BAFTA Awards 2024 took place on Sunday night (early Monday morning here) at London's Royal Festival Hall.

18 Feb 2024

Hollywood

BAFTA predictions: These Hollywood actors, films can win big

The global film awards season is underway in full swing.

16 Feb 2024

Web Series

Park Chan-wook's 'The Sympathizer': Cast, plot, source novel, trailer

Oldboy and Decision to Leave fame South Korean director Park Chan-wook is ready to enrapture audiences with his upcoming historical black comedy miniseries The Sympathizer.

15 Feb 2024

Hollywood

Hollywood actor-filmmaker Jodie Foster's best directorial projects 

Best known for her performances in films like The Silence of the Lambs and The Accused which won her the coveted Oscars, Jodie Foster is also an accomplished Hollywood filmmaker.

04 Feb 2024

Academy Awards

Sterling K Brown believes he will lose Oscar to RDJ

The 96th Academy Awards ceremony is just over a month away!

26 Jan 2024

Hollywood

Robert Downey Jr. reflects on losing first Oscar nomination

Robert Downey Jr. received his first Academy Awards nomination for Best Actor in 1993 for the movie Chaplin (1992).

25 Jan 2024

Japan

'Oppenheimer' to premiere in Japan after Oscars; release date inside

Oppenheimer has sent waves across the world and emerged to be one of the best films of 2023.

17 Jan 2024

Hollywood

Oscars prediction: Cillian Murphy, Christopher Nolan poised to win 

Hollywood's awards season—currently underway in all its glory—is leading up to the biggest night in the world of cinema—the Academy Awards.

15 Jan 2024

Hollywood

'Oppenheimer' and 'Barbie' sweep 2024 Critics Choice Awards

After the hugely successful Golden Globe Awards and the National Society of Film Critics awards, another prestigious award—the Critics Choice Awards—took place on Sunday at Santa Monica (local time).

08 Jan 2024

Golden Globe Awards

Golden Globes: Robert Downey Jr. wins Best Supporting Actor 

The 81st Golden Globe Awards are currently underway at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California.

08 Jan 2024

Christopher Nolan

Golden Globes 2024: Christopher Nolan wins Best Director for 'Oppenheimer'

Christopher Nolan has clinched his first Golden Globe for Best Director with his magnum opus, Oppenheimer, a captivating three-hour historical drama based on the life of J Robert Oppenheimer.

01 Jan 2024

Iron Man

'Iron Man' to 'Oppenheimer': Robert Downey Jr.'s best performances 

A Hollywood icon renowned for his extraordinary talent and diverse range, Robert Downey Jr. is globally best known for his portrayal of the Marvel superhero Tony Stark, aka Iron Man.

07 Dec 2023

Marilyn Monroe

Hollywood biopic based on famous actors

Do you ever wonder what the real life of actors looks like who have spent their entire lives portraying a variety of different characters?

21 Nov 2023

Christopher Nolan

Christopher Nolan's 'Oppenheimer' heads to OTT: When, where to watch

Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer—released in theaters on July 21—is set for its digital release.

11 Nov 2023

Marvel

How Marvel movies have performed in clashes with Bollywood flicks

India is one of the key markets for Hollywood films, especially for Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) projects.

03 Oct 2023

Martin Scorsese

'Chaplin' to 'The Pianist': 5 must-watch Hollywood autobiographies 

From celebrated figures in history to ordinary people who have faced extraordinary challenges, Hollywood has skillfully adapted their autobiographical accounts into compelling narratives that inspire, enlighten, and resonate with audiences of all backgrounds.

29 Aug 2023

OTT releases

Know when to watch Christopher Nolan's 'Oppenheimer' on OTT

Oppenheimer is one of the milestone movies of this year. The critically acclaimed film is one of the most-watched movies and has emerged to be a commercial success.

10 Aug 2023

Box Office Collection

#BoxOfficeCollection: 'Oppenheimer' shows slight growth on weekdays

Christopher Nolan is a generation-defining filmmaker and over the years, he has produced some stellar work on celluloid. His recent release Oppenheimer is considered to be one of the best films of 2023 and the movie has been praised by critics and viewers.

09 Aug 2023

Box Office Collection

#BoxOfficeCollection: 'Oppenheimer' is on autopilot mode

Oppenheimer is considered to be one of the monumental films of 2023. Christopher Nolan is known for his trademark storytelling and he did it again with this biopic too. The movie received rave reviews from critics and has been quite successful at the box office.

07 Aug 2023

Box Office Collection

#BoxOfficeCollection: 'Oppenheimer' grows over the weekend

Oppenheimer has been a raging success and is on a money-minting spree. The film was pitted against Barbie at the worldwide box office and the latter surpassed Oppenheimer gracefully.

04 Aug 2023

Box Office Collection

#BoxOfficeCollection: 'Oppenheimer' eyes another eventful weekend in India

Oppenheimer has been a monumental film of 2023 and certainly one of Christopher Nolan's best works. The movie received rave reviews, especially for Cillian Murphy's acting. The movie is pitted against Barbie at the global level and its overall collection has been quite good.

03 Aug 2023

James Bond

'Se7en,' 'Knives Out': Revisiting Hollywood's best detective films

There is truly nothing like a well-made, well-executed detective film.

02 Aug 2023

Box Office Collection

#BoxOfficeCollection: 'Oppenheimer' surpasses $400M globally

Oppenheimer marked Christopher Nolan's comeback on celluloid and the film is receiving praise from viewers worldwide. The movie has been earning well at the global box office and has surpassed the $400M mark. In the US market, it has earned $174.1M.

01 Aug 2023

Box Office Collection

#BoxOfficeCollection: 'Oppenheimer' passes the second Monday test smoothly

Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer was one of the most anticipated films of 2023 and it delivered with ease. The biopic has enthralled viewers and has been quite decent at the box office. It is pitted against Barbie at the global box office and being an R-rated film, it has earned comparatively lesser.

31 Jul 2023

Box Office Collection

#BoxOfficeCollection: 'Oppenheimer' inching toward Rs. 100 crore mark in India

Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer craze never seems to cease, especially in India. The director has a huge fan base here and that has reflected on the box office collection. The biopic's second weekend collection has been great and it has maintained momentum.

30 Jul 2023

Box Office Collection

#BoxOfficeCollection: 'Oppenheimer' eyes Rs. 100cr while #BoycottOppenheimer trends on Twitter

Christopher Nolan's magnum opus Oppenheimer has been on a rampage mode ever since its release on July 21.

28 Jul 2023

Box Office Collection

#BoxOfficeCollection: 'Oppenheimer' is holding the fort quite strong

Christopher Nolan is one of the most celebrated filmmakers in the world. The director is known for his distinct non-linear storytelling and the way he mounts his films. His recently released film Oppenheimer is being touted as his career best and it has been raking in quite well as per box office collection.

26 Jul 2023

Christopher Nolan

'Oppenheimer' inaccuracies: Netizens, historians spot factual errors

Christopher Nolan's latest blockbuster, Oppenheimer, is making waves at the box office.

26 Jul 2023

Box Office Collection

#BoxOfficeCollection: 'Oppenheimer' lags behind globally

Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer has been one of the most ambitious projects of all time and the ace director has delivered up to the expectations. It clashed with Barbie at the box office and has managed to rake in $209.3M globally.

25 Jul 2023

Christopher Nolan

Jawaharlal Nehru once offered Indian citizenship to Oppenheimer: Here's why

Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer has marvelously brought the life of American physicist J Robert Oppenheimer into the spotlight.

25 Jul 2023

Box Office Collection

#BoxOfficeCollection: 'Oppenheimer's success streak continues in India

Oppenheimer has been the talk of the town. The movie has fallen behind Barbie in terms of global box office collection, but it is being touted as Christopher Nolan's finest work to date.

23 Jul 2023

Box Office Collection

#BoxOfficeCollection: 'Oppenheimer' reigns supreme with unprecedented earnings on Day 2

Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer—which was released on Friday—has achieved groundbreaking success on its opening day, a testament to the immense fan power the filmmaker commands.

22 Jul 2023

Box Office

#BoxOfficeCollection: 'Oppenheimer' gets terrific start; beats 'MI7' opening in India

Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer has started off in India on a successful note.

21 Jul 2023

Movie Review

'Oppenheimer' review: Christopher Nolan delivers best film of 2023 

After making films such as The Dark Knight, Interstellar, Inception, etc, the bets on Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer were high. A biopic on "the father of the atomic bomb" J Robert Oppenheimer, it can rightly be termed as Nolan's finest.

21 Jul 2023

Christopher Nolan

'Oppenheimer': Know the historical context behind Christopher Nolan's thriller 

It's getting harder and harder to contain our excitement for Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer.

20 Jul 2023

Christopher Nolan

'Oppenheimer' character guide: Key players in Christopher Nolan's historic thriller

The silver screen is about to ignite (quite literally) with the highly-anticipated debut of Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer on Friday.

19 Jul 2023

Box Office Collection

#BoxOfficeBuzz: 'Oppenheimer' to open with $100M globally

Christopher Nolan is one of the greatest filmmakers of our generation. From being a pioneer in many arenas of filmmaking to his distinct style of storytelling, the director is breaking boundaries with each film.

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