Cinema Wars: A Baguette-Themed Revenge & Other Entertainment Highlights

This update covers key entertainment news: a Mexican spoof film challenges the dominant 'Emilia Perez'; Agatha Christie's centennial celebration for 'Witness for the Prosecution'; China's box office success amid economic slowdowns; Warner Bros' music rights venture; Superman's copyright suit; Beyonce's Grammy ambitions; and Hokusai's tech-driven Tokyo exhibit.

In Mexico, a crowd-funded musical parody seeks to defy cinema norms by challenging the highly acclaimed French crime musical 'Emilia Perez.' The spoof points to local dissent against an establishment that showered the French film with 13 Oscar nominations, Cannes accolades, and a Golden Globes win for best non-English language film.

Celebrating its 100th birthday, Agatha Christie's 'Witness for the Prosecution' continues to mesmerize audiences with its thrilling courtroom drama. Originally published in 1925 as 'Traitor Hands,' the story of a young man accused of murdering a wealthy widow has been adapted across theater, film, and TV, cementing its timeless appeal.

China's box office soared during the Lunar New Year despite broader economic challenges. Popular film sequels energized cinema turnout, setting a new revenue record for the holiday week with box office totals surpassing previous years, reaffirming the resilience of the Chinese film industry amidst economic challenges.

(With inputs from agencies.)