LOS ANGELES – Tom Holland has indicated that his journey as Spider-Man may continue beyond his fourth standalone film, saying he is happy to keep portraying the beloved Marvel superhero for as long as the opportunity remains.

Speaking at the Los Angeles premiere of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Holland reflected on his decade-long association with the character and described the experience as the greatest gift of his career.

“There’s a family here at Marvel and Sony,” Holland said while speaking to The Hollywood Reporter. He added that working with the same creative team over the past 10 years has created a strong sense of collaboration and friendship.

According to the actor, every Spider-Man premiere still feels special despite having played Peter Parker for a decade.

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Tom Holland’s future

When asked about his future as the web-slinger, Holland smiled and said he would continue playing Spider-Man “for as long as they’ll have me,” adding that the film’s success could determine what comes next.

The latest film takes place four years after the events of Spider-Man: No Way Home, with Peter Parker continuing to protect New York City after the world forgot his identity. However, the story introduces an unexpected evolution of his powers, creating fresh challenges for the superhero.

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The premiere also marked the release of the first audience reactions, with the film expected to become one of the year’s biggest box office releases alongside The Odyssey, another major production starring Holland and Zendaya.

Clash with The Odyssey

Earlier, Holland revealed that he personally requested Sony Pictures chairman Tom Rothman to postpone production of Spider-Man: Brand New Day because its filming schedule clashed with Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey.

Rothman said Sony agreed because it recognised the rare opportunity for Holland to work with Nolan, adding that the success of one major film ultimately benefits another by encouraging more people to visit cinemas.

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Director Destin Daniel Cretton also praised Holland’s professionalism, saying the actor arrived on set highly motivated after completing work with Nolan. He noted that Holland’s work ethic, passion and willingness to make bold creative choices helped strengthen the production from the beginning.

With strong early expectations surrounding Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Holland’s latest comments suggest that audiences may not have seen the last of his version of Peter Parker.

Key points:

• Tom Holland said he is willing to continue playing Spider-Man for as long as audiences and studios want him.
• The actor made the comments at the Spider-Man: Brand New Day premiere in Los Angeles.
• Holland reflected on spending a decade portraying Peter Parker in the Marvel franchise.
• The film is set four years after the events of Spider-Man: No Way Home.
• Sony delayed filming so Holland could first complete Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey.
• Director Destin Daniel Cretton praised Holland’s dedication after working with Nolan.
• Spider-Man: Brand New Day is expected to be among the biggest box office releases of the year.

ISLAMABAD – Instagram is taking action against videos recorded with Meta smart glasses that show creators harassing or exploiting strangers in public. 

The crackdown focuses on disruptive prank videos targeting service workers, as well as “pickup” videos where women or other strangers are filmed without knowing. Instagram head Adam Mosseri confirmed the policy change via Instagram Stories. 

“Instagram will remove content in which creators secretly record, harass, and upload footage of people,” Mosseri said. Meta’s existing community guidelines already prohibit bullying and harassment across Instagram, Facebook, and Threads. 

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Prank Videos Targeting Workers and Strangers 

Videos filmed using Meta smart glasses have become increasingly common on Instagram Reels and TikTok. Some creators use the glasses to secretly record themselves performing pranks on cashiers, fast-food employees, and other service workers. 

One viral example involved spraying a candle in a Walmart store with fart spray and asking employees or customers to smell it. Other videos show creators entering stores, behaving disruptively, and deliberately provoking reactions from staff and the public. 

Pickup Videos Also Face Removal 

Instagram is also targeting pickup videos filmed via smart glasses. In these videos, creators approach women in gyms, shops, or public spaces while recording from a first-person perspective. 

While some interactions remain friendly, the person being approached often does not immediately know they are being filmed. 

Business Insider reported that Instagram deactivated two major pickup-artist accounts that relied on smart glasses, each with more than a million followers. A Meta spokesperson confirmed the removals were for violating harassment rules, though the company did not disclose how many videos had been deleted. 

Recording Lights Can Be Hard to Notice 

Meta smart glasses feature a white indicator light that flashes while recording photos or videos. While the light is meant to alert nearby people, it can be difficult to see in bright outdoor conditions. Some users have even modified older glasses to cover or disable the light. 

Meta Strengthens Protections 

Meta’s second-generation smart glasses now automatically disable the camera if the system detects that the recording light has been covered. The company is expanding this protection to stop recording if the light is damaged. 

Users cannot record until the light is fully operational. Meta also removes ads, posts, and Marketplace listings promoting services that modify the recording indicator. Accounts offering these services may be banned, and legal action may follow. 

Ongoing Privacy Concerns 

Meta glasses have drawn criticism for enabling first-person recording without holding a phone or traditional camera. Prank and pickup videos have heightened concerns about privacy and appropriate behaviour in public. 

The glasses have even been given an offensive nickname online due to fears of unwanted recordings. Instagram’s crackdown does not prevent people from filming in public. Instead, it targets creators who use footage to harass, embarrass, or exploit others. 

Meta has not clarified how it will identify all violating videos or whether new rules specifically for smart glasses content will be introduced. 

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KARACHI – Disney has unveiled the first official trailer for Avengers: Doomsday, offering Marvel fans their clearest look yet at Robert Downey Jr.’s transformation into the iconic villain Doctor Doom. The highly anticipated superhero film is scheduled to arrive in theatres on December 18 and marks another major chapter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

The trailer, which was previously shown exclusively during CinemaCon earlier this year, features Downey wearing Doctor Doom’s signature mask for the first time on screen. The Oscar-winning actor previously portrayed Tony Stark, better known as Iron Man, making his return to Marvel in a completely different role.

Chris Hemsworth’s Thor delivers one of the trailer’s most significant moments as he warns the assembled heroes about the looming threat.

“Put aside your petty squabbles. Presume nothing except this: If you return, you will return as brothers and sisters,” Thor says. “Mark my words: We are going to need a miracle.”

The footage also includes a surprise appearance by Chris Evans. In one scene, Evans catches Thor off guard by wielding Thor’s legendary hammer, prompting Hemsworth’s character to respond, “It’s not possible.”

Marvel had previously released teaser footage showcasing characters including Black Panther, Captain America, Thor and Cyclops from the X-Men. However, Downey’s full appearance as Doctor Doom remained hidden until the release of the official trailer.

The director of Avengers: Doomsday

Avengers: Doomsday is directed by Joe Russo and Anthony Russo from a screenplay written by Michael Waldron and Stephen McFeely. The filmmaking duo return to the MCU for the first time since directing Avengers: Endgame, which became one of the highest-grossing films in cinema history.

Speaking during CinemaCon, Joe Russo described Doctor Doom as one of Marvel’s most layered characters.

“He’s not simply a villain — he’s one of the most complex Marvel characters. He’s always three moves ahead.”

Downey also reflected on his return to the franchise during the event.

“I couldn’t have imagined reuniting with this amazing team — let alone as a new character.”

The newly released trailer sets the stage for what could become one of Marvel Studios’ biggest cinematic events, bringing together an extensive lineup of superheroes against one of the franchise’s most formidable villains.

Key points

• Disney has released the first official trailer for Avengers: Doomsday.
• Robert Downey Jr. appears for the first time as Doctor Doom wearing the iconic mask.
• The film is scheduled to arrive in cinemas on December 18.
• Chris Hemsworth’s Thor warns Earth’s heroes that they will need a miracle to stop Doctor Doom.
• Chris Evans makes a surprise appearance in the trailer.
• Joe and Anthony Russo return to direct their first MCU film since Avengers: Endgame.