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Alibaba invests in Shanghai International Film Festival
China's e-commerce giant Alibaba has signed a strategic partnership deal with the Shanghai International Film Festival.
It's the latest step in a bid to boost its entertainment presence.
Alibaba spent over $3 billion in the entertainment industry last year, with potential acquisitions in Hollywood, but has yet to make a major move there.
Founder and executive chairman Jack Ma hopes to become a major player internationally and described Alibaba as "the biggest entertainment company in the world."
According to Ding Li, deputy general manager of the Shanghai International Film Festival, the deal aims to integrate the platform advantages of Alibaba to assist newcomers in the industries, support interactions with film enthusiasts and explore the future of the film industry.
The deal is also a sign of the growth of the film festival circuit in China, as the Shanghai Film Festival, running from June 13 to 21, competes with the growing presence of the Beijing International Film Festival, which takes place in April.
Psy's 'Father' tops Chinese music chart
"Gangnam Style" star Psy has topped a Chinese online music chart with his hit "Father."
Psy re-recorded the song in Chinese and released it on the QQ Music site, taking first place on the sites popularity chart since its release last week.
So far "Father" has been streamed almost two million times on the website. The popularity chart is based on the changes in the number of streams each week on QQ.
The original version of "Father," which was released in Korea in 2005, was popular for its heartfelt lyrics illustrating a father's sacrifice for the family.
The Chinese version features piano arrangements by renowned Chinese concert pianist Lang Lang. It was first introduced during the 2015 QQ Music Awards, where Psy was awarded with the "Most Influential Global Artist Award."
Pittbull playing in Beijing tomorrow
US rapper Pitbull is heading to China, as part of his 2015 world tour.
Pitbull, who played at the opening ceremony of the 2014 FIFA World Cup with Jennifer Lopez, will be performing chart-topping hits such as 'I Know You Want Me' and 'Don't Stop the Party,' to Chinese and international fans.
This is the 'Timber' rapper's second tour in China, he was in Beijing only two years ago.
Pitbull's career began in 2002, when he performed with US rapper Lil Jon. The following year, his song, Oye, was used in the film 2 Fast 2 Furious.
His first stop will be Beijing tomorrow night at the Mastercard Centre, then Shanghai and Guangzhou.
BBC Chief Receives Death Threat over Jeremy Clarkson Sacking
BBC chief Tony Hall is receiving around-the-clock protection after he was sent a death threat linked to his sacking of "Top Gear" presenter Jeremy Clarkson.
Hall, received an email containing the threat. London's police service said it appeared to have been sent from outside the U.K.
Hall decided last week not to renew Clarkson's contract, after the "Top Gear" host allegedly attacked the show's producer.
In a statement Hall said: "For me a line has been crossed. There cannot be one rule for one and one rule for another dictated by either rank, or public relations and commercial considerations."
Since the alleged attack, 'Top Gear,' with an estimated audience at more than 350 million in 214 territories worldwide, has been taken off air.
Filming for 'Pirates 5' halts after Depp reportedly checks in for rehab
Pirates of the Caribbean' star Johnny Depp is reportedly undergoing rehab in the U.S. for alcohol related issues.
And production of the movie's fifth installment has been put on hold as everyone awaits Depp's return to Australia.
Up to 200 workers of the $250 million blockbuster have been stood down, as they all wait for their lead star's recovery.
The 51-year-old actor, who portrays pirate Captain Jack Sparrow in the popular franchise, flew back to the U.S. earlier this month to undergo surgery to his right hand after injuring himself while on the Gold Coast.
But Depp's prolonged absence has fuelled rumours he is now undergoing treatment for alcohol issues, at an "at home rehab" under the care of his sister and personal assistant.
With only 14 weeks of filming to go, the crew has been told work on 'Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales' could recommence on April 15.
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