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Avengers Endgame Overtakes Avatar As Top Box Office Movie of All Time

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Chris Hemsworth as Thor in Avengers: Endgame

Avatar’s 10-year reign as the world’s highest-grossing film has ended.

On Sunday, Marvel’s Avengers: Endgame crossed $2.7902bn (£2.23bn) at the box office, pushing it over the $2.7897bn earned by James Cameron’s sci-fi epic.

Marvel chief Kevin Feige hailed the achievement at Comic-Con in San Diego this weekend, although it was still officially $500,000 short at the time.

In the UK, however, the film can only claim fifth place on the all-time box office chart.

Star Wars; The Force Awakens is still the country’s top-earning movie, after taking £123.2m at the box office in 2015.

It is followed by two Bond movies, Skyfall and Spectre, and Avatar, which is £3m ahead of Endgame’s current tally of £91m.

Zoe Saldana and Sam Worthington in Avatar
Three more Avatar sequels are in the works

The Force Awakens is also the box office champion in North America, meaning Endgame’s record-breaking haul was down to a strong international showing.

The film, which starred Robert Downey Jr as Iron Man, Scarlett Johansson as Black Widow and Chris Hemsworth as Thor, collected $629m in China, $105m in South Korea and $85m in Brazil.

Disney boss Alan Horn said fans had taken the film to “historic heights”.

All-time box office chart
Film Box office (billions)
1) Avengers: Endgame (2019) $2.790
2) Avatar (2009) $2.789
3) Titanic (1997) $2.187
4) Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015) $2.068
5) Avengers: Infinity War (2018) $2.048
6) Jurassic World (2015) $1.671
7) Marvel’s The Avengers (2012) $1.518
8) Furious 7 (2015) $1.516
9) Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015) $1.405
10) Black Panther (2018) $1.346

Avengers: Endgame has not just been a success at the box office – it has also drawn widespread critical acclaim.

Reviews when it was released spawned descriptions such as “glorious”, “irresistible”, “intensely satisfying” and “masterful”.

Its score on reviews aggregator Rotten Tomatoes is over 90%.

Disney bought Marvel Studios in 2009 and recently completed its acquisition of Fox, which owned the rights to Avatar.

That means the “House of Mouse” is now home to seven of the top 10 highest-grossing films of all time – including all four Avengers films.

Marvel announced its next 10 superhero movies, with seven due in 2021 alone, at Comic Con in San Diego this weekend.

What are the numbers?

Avengers: Endgame has set numerous box office records already – including the biggest global opening of all time at $1.22bn when it was released in April, breaking the record of 2018’s Avengers: Infinity War.

An Avengers: Endgame re-release with added footage at the end of June, and the recent release of Spider-Man: Far from Home, helped give Endgame a box-office boost.

It finally surpassed the $2.9bn mark on Sunday – but box-office figures are not adjusted for inflation and Avatar would still be ahead if they were.

Even then, though, James Cameron’s ecological allegory wouldn’t be the top dog. Film historians estimate that Gone With the Wind still has a case for being the most successful film of all time.

According to the Guinness Book of Records, its inflation-adjusted box office takings would be $3.44 billion (£2.7bn).

What’s it all about?

Endgame is the 22nd offering in the Marvel Studios superhero franchise and the fourth in the blockbuster Avengers series.

Film experts say fans embracing the Avengers characters has helped create a worldwide phenomenon.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) franchise began with Iron Man in 2008.

Most of the storylines in the Marvel movies since then have had objects called Infinity Stones playing a significant role.

Pats on the back from the bosses

Kevin Feige slipped out congratulations at Comic Con as he announced a bumper crop of 10 new superhero movies.

He admitted it would be “a matter of days” before Endgame became “the biggest film in history” and that “if you adjust for inflation, [James Cameron] still holds the title”.

But he added to a large ovation: “But for right now today in Hall H, thanks to you, Avengers: Endgame is the biggest film of all time.”

Alan Horn said in a statement: “Huge congratulations to the Marvel Studios and Walt Disney Studios teams, and thank you to the fans around the world who lifted Avengers: Endgame to these historic heights.”

Actor Chris Hemsworth – aka Thor – said on Instagram: “Thank you to all the fans around the world that lifted Avengers Endgame to historic heights making it the top grossing film of all time!”

Avatar 2 has a current release date of December 2021.

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Druppythekid Set to release New Two-Track Pack

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Nigerian emerging artist Druppythekid is set to release his new two-track pack, No Love and LA LA LA (Serenade), on November 13, 2026, delivering a message of ambition, self-belief, and defiance in the face of criticism.

Originally from Kwara State and based in Lagos, Druppythekid developed a love for rap, hip-hop, and pop music as a teenager. Introduced to poetry in high school, he found a natural connection between words and rap, eventually joining a rap group before exploring music production at university. After graduation, he began rapping over his own beats, turning his passion into a growing musical pursuit.

On “No Love,” Druppythekid speaks to the determination required to chase dreams despite doubt and opposition. “LA LA LA (Serenade)” takes a more unapologetic approach, dismissing the opinions of those who never believed in him.

Together, the two records reflect one central message: keep pursuing your vision and never let the opinions of others define your journey.

No Love and LA LA LA (Serenade) arrive on major digital streaming platforms on November 13, 2026.

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Who Is Chinwe Zoe? The Nigerian Gospel Singer Behind “Undeniable

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Chinwe Zoe, a Nigerian gospel singer and songwriter, began recording music in December 2025 after years of singing in church and at home. Less than a year later, she has released three singles, including “Chinwendum”, featuring gospel singer Frank Edwards, “Undeniable” and “Jesus Don Win”, her October 2026 release produced by Masterkraft.

For Zoe, the decision to record was connected to a personal experience that changed how she viewed her life and faith. She has described it as a near-death experience that left her with a renewed sense of gratitude. “In that moment, when I thought it was over, God showed me mercy,” she said. “He gave me victory. And that victory was too loud to keep inside.”

Her debut, “Chinwendum”, was released in December 2025 with Frank Edwards featured on the record. She followed it with “Undeniable” on May 7, 2026. The song’s official video has recorded more than 460,000 views on YouTube. In October, she released “Jesus Don Win”, produced by Masterkraft, with a video directed by Avalon Okpe.

Zoe’s approach to songwriting draws on personal experiences and scripture. She has said that she does not begin the process by searching for a melody, but by waiting for a message that she can develop into a song. She describes a process in which an experience or scripture stays with her until it takes musical form. The melody follows, and she hums it before committing anything to writing.

Her guiding principle is that a gospel song should be accessible to listeners while remaining suitable for congregational worship. “It should be simple enough for a child to sing and strong enough for a choir to carry,” she said.

Zoe has identified CeCe Winans, Nathaniel Bassey and Dunsin Oyekan among the musicians whose work has influenced her. She sings in English and Igbo, and occasionally in Pidgin, drawing on the worship tradition in her musical expression.

“Every song I sing comes from a place I have lived,” she said. “My pain taught me how to worship, my joy taught me how to praise.”

Her music has also begun attracting an online audience. Her YouTube channel has recorded more than 627,000 views across nine videos, while her Spotify monthly listeners have been reported at approximately 6,500. Her Audiomack profile is verified. Zoe records under her own imprint, H2 Records, with distribution through ONErpm. She made her first public performance at the 2026 Annual Virtuous Women Network conference in Enugu, where she performed “Undeniable”.

Outside music, she has spoken about her interest in soul winning and described it as connected to her musical work. She has also said that she wants her songs to encourage listeners facing difficult circumstances. “I want my songs to shift mindsets from worry to worship,” she said. “Whenever anxiety comes, whenever life tries to make you feel small, I want you to hear my sound in your spirit and declare victory over your life.”

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N8TAN Announces ‘UPRISING EP’ — A Story of Rising From the Streets to the Top

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Nigerian artist N8TAN is set to unveil his highly anticipated ‘UPRISING EP’, a body of work that chronicles his journey from the streets to the heights of his musical ambition.

Built around themes of struggle, resilience, ambition, survival, and triumph, UPRISING captures the realities of an artist determined to turn adversity into momentum. The project reflects N8TAN’s experiences, the challenges that shaped him, and the relentless drive that continues to push him forward.

More than a collection of songs, UPRISING is presented as a story of transformation—from navigating the streets and confronting uncertainty to finding purpose, embracing growth, and rising toward the top.

With its blend of raw storytelling, infectious energy, and personal perspective, the EP offers listeners an intimate look into N8TAN’s world while reinforcing his determination to carve out his own place in the music industry.

‘UPRISING EP’ is a statement of elevation: a reminder that where you start does not have to determine where you finish.

As N8TAN continues to build his musical identity, UPRISING marks another significant chapter in his journey—and an invitation for listeners to rise with him.

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