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  • Culpa Tuya takes over the world, smashing Prime Video records!

    Culpa Tuya takes over the world, smashing Prime Video records!

    MUMBAI: Prime Video is rewriting the record books, and Culpa Tuya is at the centre of this cinematic revolution. This Spanish young-adult blockbuster didn’t just arrive—it took over, becoming the most-watched international original on Prime Video at launch. Who knew that a sequel from Mercedes Ron’s best-selling Culpables trilogy could ignite such a global frenzy?

    Since its release on 27 December 2024, the film has topped charts in over 170 countries, including Spain, France, Italy, Germany, Brazil, and Mexico—even securing a top three spot in the U.S. and U.K.. That’s right—90 per cent of streams came from outside Spain, proving that language barriers are no match for a gripping love story and some serious drama.

    So, what’s the secret? A sizzling narrative, characters you can’t help but root for, and the kind of suspense that keeps you glued to the screen. One thing is clear: Culpa Tuya isn’t just a movie—it’s a global movement.

    Prime Video also unveiled its top 10 most-watched non-English language international originals of 2024, spotlighting a year of record-breaking international hits. Seven different countries landed on the list, reflecting the platform’s commitment to global storytelling.

    Top 10 non-English language international originals on Prime Video in 2024 (Based on performance outside their country of origin in the first 4 weeks of launch):

    1. Culpa Tuya (Movie, Spain)

    2.  Apocalypse Z: The Beginning of the End (Movie, Spain)

    3.  Maxton Hall: The World Between Us (Series, Germany)

    4.  Citadel: Diana (Series, Italy)

    5.  Citadel: Honey Bunny (Series, India)

    6.  Red Queen (Series, Spain)

    7.  Marry My Husband (Series, Korea)

    8.  No Gain No Love (Series, Korea)

    9.  Betty La Fea, The Story Continues (Series, Colombia)

    10.  Like A Dragon: Yakuza (Series, Japan)

    The young-adult genre ruled 2024, with Culpa Tuya and Maxton Hall: The World Between Us leading the charge. Korean dramas also made waves, proving that audiences crave emotionally rich, binge-worthy content. Meanwhile, Spanish-language titles accounted for four out of the Top 10 spots, reinforcing the global appeal of Spanish storytelling.

    “It’s been a landmark year for International Originals on Prime Video, as customers increasingly embrace stories from across the world,” said Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios VP – international originals, James Farrell. “Our success proves that great storytelling transcends language and geography.”

    Prime Video’s international originals didn’t just travel well—they shattered records in their home countries. Among the biggest hits:

     .  Mirzapur, Season 3 (India) – The most-watched show on Prime Video India at launch

     .  Oshi No Ko (Japan) – The biggest debut for a Japanese Original

     . Who Killed Him? (Mexico) – Mexico’s most-watched title of all time

     . The Park Maniac (Brazil) – The top Brazilian Original ever

     . Nahir (Argentina) – The most-viewed title in Argentina’s history

    Prime Video is doubling down on global storytelling with a lineup of sequels, new seasons, and adaptations of beloved franchises. Fans can look forward to:

     . Culpa Nuestra (Spain) – The next installment in the Culpables trilogy

     . My Fault: London (UK) – A UK-based spin-off of the franchise

      . Maxton Hall: The World Between Us – Season 2 (Germany)

     . Red Queen – Season 2 (Spain)

     . Betty La Fea, The Story Continues – Season 2 (Colombia)

     . Superboys of Malegaon (India) – A highly anticipated new Indian series

    “We’re thrilled to see Culpa Tuya resonate with audiences worldwide, breaking records and setting new benchmarks,” said Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios head of movies & scripted TV, María Contreras. “The appetite for great international storytelling has never been stronger, and we’re committed to bringing even more compelling stories to our global audience.”

    With Prime Video’s International Originals smashing records across continents, 2025 is set to unleash even bigger cinematic waves. Who needs subtitles when a great story speaks every language? One thing is clear: the future of entertainment is borderless.

  • Carmen Maura gets Lifetime Award at San Sebastian Filmfest

    Carmen Maura gets Lifetime Award at San Sebastian Filmfest

    NEW DELHI: Actress Carmen Maura has been presented with the Donostia Award at the 61st San Sebastian Film Festival.

     

    The event which was held in Spain presented pays tributes to the ones with an outstanding professional careers in Spanish cinema in the last few decades.

     

    The actress received her lifetime achievement award during the out-of-competition Official Selection presentation of her latest participation, Las brujas de Zugarramurdi directed by Álex de la Iglesia.

     

    Las brujas de Zugarramurdi is a delirious frenetic comedy featuring three desperate men who hold up a gold-buyers shop in the Puerta del Sol and then make a madcap getaway heading for Disneyland accompanied by the son of one of them. However, at the French border, they fall into the hands of some Basque witches who keep up the age-old custom of practising witchcraft and making fun of men. The film is the third time that Carmen Maura has worked with Álex de la Iglesia after her performances in La comunidad (Common Wealth, 2000), which won the actress the Silver Shell at the San Sebastián Film Festival, and 800 balas (800 Bullets, 2002). The cast of the film is completed by Hugo Silva, Mario Casas, Jaime Ordó?ez, Macarena Gómez, Carolina Bang and Terele Pávez.

     

    Maura was born in Madrid and started out as an actress in the theatre and small roles on television & films. She shot to fame thanks to the programme on TVE, Esta noche, directed by Fernando García Tola.

     

    Among the numerous acknowledgements that she has received throughout her career,  Maura has won four Goya Awards (for Mujeres al borde de un ataque de nervios, ?Ay Carmela!, La comunidad and Volver), the Best Actress Award at the Cannes Film Festival (for Volver), the Best Actress Award at the Venice Film Festival (for Mujeres al borde de un ataque de nervios), a nomination for the César for Best Actress (for Le bonheur est dans le pré),  a César Award for Best Supporting Actress (for Les femmes du 6?me étage) and two European Film Academy Awards (for Mujeres al borde de un ataque de nervios and ?Ay, Carmela!). She has also received the Film Academy Gold Medal, the Gold Medal for Merit in Fine Arts and the Knight of Honour Medal of the Order of Arts and Letters of France.

    The San Sebastian Festival commenced on 20 September with the opening gala at the Kursaal Auditorium presented by the actors Cayetana Guillén Cuervo and Unax Ugalde.