During his early career, Danny Chan Kwok Kwan, actor and Jeet Kune Do practitioner portrayed Bruce Lee in the 50-episode TV series “The Legend of Bruce Lee” (2008) due to his resemblance to him. After his portrayal of the Bruce Lee look-alike goalkeeper in Stephen Chow's “Shaolin Soccer” he became more popular which led him to further playing Lee in the “Ip Man” film series. However, in “Desperado” or “Thug in a Suit” as translated from its Chinese title, he finally has the chance to shine as a leading man.
Set in Taicheng, a made up city somewhere in Southeast Asia, most likely Thailand or Cambodia, this online iQIYI film kicks off with a great action set piece in which the thug in a suit, Zhao Ke, comes to a butchery warehouse alone to rescue his sworn brother Barno. The warehouse is actually a front for drug smuggling and a trap to lure him in.
Set in Taicheng, a made up city somewhere in Southeast Asia, most likely Thailand or Cambodia, this online iQIYI film kicks off with a great action set piece in which the thug in a suit, Zhao Ke, comes to a butchery warehouse alone to rescue his sworn brother Barno. The warehouse is actually a front for drug smuggling and a trap to lure him in.
- 4/17/2024
- by David Chew
- AsianMoviePulse
Mumbai, April 16 (Ians) The Taiwanese film ‘Demon Hunters’, which stars Indian actor Arjan Bajwa, is heading to Cannes Film Festival.
The film is an action-comedy, and its first look will be unveiled at the French Riviera next month. The film is headlined by Arjan Bajwa and Jc Lin.
It is directed by Mei-Juin Chen, who is known for her work on ‘The Gangster’s Daughter’, and has camera handled by veteran cinematographer Tony Cheung. Tony is known for his work on films like ‘Dragon Blade’ and ‘Hidden Strike’ starring Jackie Chan and John Sena.
With a stellar international cast and crew, including Regina Lei and seasoned actor Jack Kao, known as Al Pacino of the South East and Harry Chang from the popular Netflix Series Gatao, the film is set to captivate audiences worldwide.
Arjan Bajwa said: “Being a part of ‘Demon Hunters’ has been an incredible experience. The opportunity...
The film is an action-comedy, and its first look will be unveiled at the French Riviera next month. The film is headlined by Arjan Bajwa and Jc Lin.
It is directed by Mei-Juin Chen, who is known for her work on ‘The Gangster’s Daughter’, and has camera handled by veteran cinematographer Tony Cheung. Tony is known for his work on films like ‘Dragon Blade’ and ‘Hidden Strike’ starring Jackie Chan and John Sena.
With a stellar international cast and crew, including Regina Lei and seasoned actor Jack Kao, known as Al Pacino of the South East and Harry Chang from the popular Netflix Series Gatao, the film is set to captivate audiences worldwide.
Arjan Bajwa said: “Being a part of ‘Demon Hunters’ has been an incredible experience. The opportunity...
- 4/16/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Singers Justin Bieber and Jaden Smith shared a sweet moment over the weekend at Coachella. Bieber and Smith have maintained a friendship since the two collaborated on Bieber’s song “Never Say Never” as teenagers.
Smith, 25, was captured on video hugging Bieber, 30, from behind in a VIP area at the music festival. Bieber then kissed Smith on the cheek before the two engaged in conversation. Since they collaborated in 2010, when Bieber was 16 and Smith was 11, they have maintained a close friendship. “Never Say Never” was featured as the theme song for Smith’s movie The Karate Kid, starring martial artist Jackie Chan.
Bieber’s wife, Hailey Bieber, was spotted at Coachella with him. The couple was seen in the crowd during Lana Del Rey‘s set on opening night. Recently, rumors that the Biebers are going through a divorce have circulated five years after they tied the knot in 2018. The couple denied these claims.
Smith, 25, was captured on video hugging Bieber, 30, from behind in a VIP area at the music festival. Bieber then kissed Smith on the cheek before the two engaged in conversation. Since they collaborated in 2010, when Bieber was 16 and Smith was 11, they have maintained a close friendship. “Never Say Never” was featured as the theme song for Smith’s movie The Karate Kid, starring martial artist Jackie Chan.
Bieber’s wife, Hailey Bieber, was spotted at Coachella with him. The couple was seen in the crowd during Lana Del Rey‘s set on opening night. Recently, rumors that the Biebers are going through a divorce have circulated five years after they tied the knot in 2018. The couple denied these claims.
- 4/16/2024
- by Ann Hoang
- Uinterview
Johnny Depp reunited with director Terry Gilliam on the red carpet of the UK premiere of French filmmaker MaÏwenn’s costume drama Jeanne du Barry on Monday evening.
Depp’s London-based film company In.2 is gearing up to release the Court of Versailles-set tale across the UK from this Friday, April 19.
Gilliam, who directed Depp in Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998) and The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (2009), jokingly ticked Depp off for his late arrival.
“Sorry, it’s too late — the film has started 10 minutes ago,” quipped Gilliam as Depp arrived at the Curzon Mayfair cinema.
He then referred to Depp as the “new Jackie Chan” as the actor enveloped him in a bear hug, seemingly in reference to the fact the star has been working out.
(Watch) Johnny Depp is greeted by Terry Gilliam as he arrives at UK premiere of ‘Jeanne du Barry’ pic.twitter.com/UU...
Depp’s London-based film company In.2 is gearing up to release the Court of Versailles-set tale across the UK from this Friday, April 19.
Gilliam, who directed Depp in Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998) and The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (2009), jokingly ticked Depp off for his late arrival.
“Sorry, it’s too late — the film has started 10 minutes ago,” quipped Gilliam as Depp arrived at the Curzon Mayfair cinema.
He then referred to Depp as the “new Jackie Chan” as the actor enveloped him in a bear hug, seemingly in reference to the fact the star has been working out.
(Watch) Johnny Depp is greeted by Terry Gilliam as he arrives at UK premiere of ‘Jeanne du Barry’ pic.twitter.com/UU...
- 4/15/2024
- by Melanie Goodfellow and Hannah Abraham
- Deadline Film + TV
The Karate Kid franchise has maintained its legacy over the years, and the original film is a cult classic among fans. The success of the first film led to three sequels The Karate Kid Part II, The Karate Kid Part III, and The Next Karate Kid. While the sequels did not receive as well as the original, the 2020 remake of the original starring Jackie Chan was loved by fans.
Ralph Macchio and Pat Morita in 1984’s The Karate Kid
Ralph Macchio, the lead star of the original films returned in the sequel series Cobra Kai, continuing the story of his character Daniel Larusso. Chan and Macchio now coming together for a new Karate Kid film. A recent post from Sony teased the start of production with the reveal of the new logo and one detail proves that the film will have a similarly edgy tone to the Cobra Kai series.
Ralph Macchio and Pat Morita in 1984’s The Karate Kid
Ralph Macchio, the lead star of the original films returned in the sequel series Cobra Kai, continuing the story of his character Daniel Larusso. Chan and Macchio now coming together for a new Karate Kid film. A recent post from Sony teased the start of production with the reveal of the new logo and one detail proves that the film will have a similarly edgy tone to the Cobra Kai series.
- 4/13/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Cobra Kai is an extremely beloved and critically acclaimed series. Having become iconic in its own right, the show has gained a reputation for its ability to entertain its audience in the best of ways. Following its predecessor, the Karate Kid film series, yet putting a twist on the storytelling and characters, the series manages to deliver a completely fresh and interesting perspective.
A still from Cobra Kai Season 2
With its sixth season around the corner, fans have been wondering what can be expected from the final arc of the series. The co-creator, Jon Hurwitz, recently gave an interview where he revealed exactly this.
Suggested“This maybe the end for him – or maybe not”: Cobra Kai Creator is Unsure if 1 Favorite Character Will Return for the Final Season That Will Surely Make Fans Upset
Unfortunately for fans, he also delivered some upsetting news. It would seem that a beloved...
A still from Cobra Kai Season 2
With its sixth season around the corner, fans have been wondering what can be expected from the final arc of the series. The co-creator, Jon Hurwitz, recently gave an interview where he revealed exactly this.
Suggested“This maybe the end for him – or maybe not”: Cobra Kai Creator is Unsure if 1 Favorite Character Will Return for the Final Season That Will Surely Make Fans Upset
Unfortunately for fans, he also delivered some upsetting news. It would seem that a beloved...
- 4/13/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
The 1990s represented a golden epoch for action cinema. This was the time which saw VHS and its digitized successor DVD introduce a whole new generation of fans to the magic of stars like Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone. And those titans from the ‘80s still claimed big wins, too, at the box office and home media via the likes of Terminator 2: Judgement Day, Demolition Man, and Cliffhanger.
It was also the decade that saw audiences turn out in droves to theaters and rental stores to catch a glimpse of Steven Seagal’s flying fists in movies like Under Siege or Jean-Claude Van Damme and his trademark splits in Timecop; Jackie Chan finally got the larger American fanbase he so richly deserved thanks to the Rush Hour movies while Bruce Willis gave us Die Hard With A Vengeance, the best of all the Die Hard sequels, before pivoting...
It was also the decade that saw audiences turn out in droves to theaters and rental stores to catch a glimpse of Steven Seagal’s flying fists in movies like Under Siege or Jean-Claude Van Damme and his trademark splits in Timecop; Jackie Chan finally got the larger American fanbase he so richly deserved thanks to the Rush Hour movies while Bruce Willis gave us Die Hard With A Vengeance, the best of all the Die Hard sequels, before pivoting...
- 4/11/2024
- by David Crow
- Den of Geek
Rob Lieber, the writer of the latest Karate Kid movie that is currently in production, has signed with UTA for representation in all areas.
The writer was previously at Verve. That agency, however, underwent an internal battle amongst partners that went public, leading to the ouster of one of the founding partners. Several literary clients were caught in the brouhaha’s wake, with UTA picking several of them up in the last month or so. The agency previously signed comics author and screenwriter Brian K. Vaughan and Masters of the Air co-creator Jon Orloff.
Lieber made a name for himself in the studio family space, with producer credits in Sony’s hit live-action/CG hybrid Peter Rabbit as well as Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween, both released in 2018, and Disney’s Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, which starred Steve Carell and Jennifer Garner.
Among his current...
The writer was previously at Verve. That agency, however, underwent an internal battle amongst partners that went public, leading to the ouster of one of the founding partners. Several literary clients were caught in the brouhaha’s wake, with UTA picking several of them up in the last month or so. The agency previously signed comics author and screenwriter Brian K. Vaughan and Masters of the Air co-creator Jon Orloff.
Lieber made a name for himself in the studio family space, with producer credits in Sony’s hit live-action/CG hybrid Peter Rabbit as well as Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween, both released in 2018, and Disney’s Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, which starred Steve Carell and Jennifer Garner.
Among his current...
- 4/10/2024
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The Karate Kid star Jackie Chan recently made a post on his Instagram where he addressed the issue of health rumors.
People were very concerned about him because he was getting old and because of his Grey hair and health went down they thought that maybe he was going through some serious health issues.
Happy 70th Birthday to the Legend Jackie Chan! Instagram
Instagram post where he celebrated his 70th birthday he announced that it is not that his health is going well down. He is always well. It was because he is going to appear in a new movie in which he going through a transition period for the movie character.
So, he has to look old and shabby and his hair appears to be Grey.
Let’s Delve into Jackie Chan’s successful little career throughout he has worked in many notable movies that gave blockbuster success such as Kung Fu Panda 4,...
People were very concerned about him because he was getting old and because of his Grey hair and health went down they thought that maybe he was going through some serious health issues.
Happy 70th Birthday to the Legend Jackie Chan! Instagram
Instagram post where he celebrated his 70th birthday he announced that it is not that his health is going well down. He is always well. It was because he is going to appear in a new movie in which he going through a transition period for the movie character.
So, he has to look old and shabby and his hair appears to be Grey.
Let’s Delve into Jackie Chan’s successful little career throughout he has worked in many notable movies that gave blockbuster success such as Kung Fu Panda 4,...
- 4/10/2024
- by Anjali Rai
- https://dailyresearchplot.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/new-sam
Jackie Chan may have turned 70 just this week but the dude is timeless. He exudes the youth that he had when he broke out in a big way in the ‘70s with movies like Snake in the Eagle’s Shadow, so much so that when he turned up earlier this year with white hair and looking plenty worn – hey, decades of death-defying stunts’ll do that to ya – fans just assumed he was in bad health. But fear not because Jackie Chan is dismissing any notions that he is the frail old man you saw, revealing it was all for a movie.
Jackie Chan took to Instagram this week to address fan concerns, posting, “Not so long ago, a lot of friends saw some recent photos of me on the internet, and they were all concerned about my health. I want to take this opportunity to let everyone know, don’t worry!
Jackie Chan took to Instagram this week to address fan concerns, posting, “Not so long ago, a lot of friends saw some recent photos of me on the internet, and they were all concerned about my health. I want to take this opportunity to let everyone know, don’t worry!
- 4/9/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
Jackie Chan is one of the most renowned actors around in Hollywood at present. The Rush Hour star has been in the industry for nearly six decades, and he is a veteran when it comes to action films, even if he just turned 70 years old.
Chan is a venerated artist, who carved a niche for himself with his unique acrobatic fighting style. Moreover, he is a comedic genius to boot, and it speaks of the wealth of talent he was endowed with. His recent pictures, however, caused a bit of an alarm, but the actor was able to put a lot of anxious minds at rest with his post.
The actor addressed the fan concern about his look (Source: Karate Kid)
Jackie Chan’s look for his new film rang alarm bells
Jackie Chan is a Hollywood legend, having starred in over a hundred films in his career. More surprisingly,...
Chan is a venerated artist, who carved a niche for himself with his unique acrobatic fighting style. Moreover, he is a comedic genius to boot, and it speaks of the wealth of talent he was endowed with. His recent pictures, however, caused a bit of an alarm, but the actor was able to put a lot of anxious minds at rest with his post.
The actor addressed the fan concern about his look (Source: Karate Kid)
Jackie Chan’s look for his new film rang alarm bells
Jackie Chan is a Hollywood legend, having starred in over a hundred films in his career. More surprisingly,...
- 4/9/2024
- by Sreshtha Roychowdhury
- FandomWire
Jackie Chan, who just celebrated his 70th birthday, assured fans he’s in good health after some concerns were raised over a photo that showed him — well, looking like a 70-year-old man.
Of course, Chan is no normal 70-year-old, and he insisted that the recent photos, in which he was sporting white hair and a scraggly white beard, were actually for an upcoming movie.
“Not so long ago, a lot of friends saw some recent photos of me on the internet, and they were all concerned about my health,” Chan wrote on Instagram.
Of course, Chan is no normal 70-year-old, and he insisted that the recent photos, in which he was sporting white hair and a scraggly white beard, were actually for an upcoming movie.
“Not so long ago, a lot of friends saw some recent photos of me on the internet, and they were all concerned about my health,” Chan wrote on Instagram.
- 4/9/2024
- by Jon Blistein
- Rollingstone.com
Jackie Chan Tells Fans “Don’t Worry” After Graying Photo Sparks Health Concerns For ‘Rush Hour’ Star
Jackie Chan has reassured fans that he is in good health after a picture of him with gray hair and a beard sparked concerns for his wellbeing.
The Rush Hour, Shanghai Noon, and Tuxedo star turned 70 over the weekend and marked the occasion with a post on Instagram in which he addressed health fears.
“Not so long ago, a lot of friends saw some recent photos of me on the internet, and they were all concerned about my health,” Chan said.
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“I want to take this opportunity to let everyone know, don’t worry! It’s just a character appearance for my latest movie. The character requires me to have white hair, white beard and look old.”
The viral photos were from an event where Chan was on stage with a microphone. He was wearing glasses and clutching papers.
The Rush Hour, Shanghai Noon, and Tuxedo star turned 70 over the weekend and marked the occasion with a post on Instagram in which he addressed health fears.
“Not so long ago, a lot of friends saw some recent photos of me on the internet, and they were all concerned about my health,” Chan said.
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A post shared by Jackie Chan 成龍 (@jackiechan)
“I want to take this opportunity to let everyone know, don’t worry! It’s just a character appearance for my latest movie. The character requires me to have white hair, white beard and look old.”
The viral photos were from an event where Chan was on stage with a microphone. He was wearing glasses and clutching papers.
- 4/9/2024
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
Jackie Chan is clearing the air regarding his health.
The Karate Kid star turned 70 years old on Monday (April 8). Fans have recently taken notice that Jackie looks much older and have raised concerns about the actor.
In response, Jackie took to Instagram on Monday to commemorate his 70th birthday and to reassure fans that everything is fine.
Keep reading to find out more…
He shared a slideshow of photos of himself on movie sets over the years. Jackie addressed his newly aged appearance in the caption.
“Not so long ago, a lot of friends saw some recent photos of me on the internet, and they were all concerned about my health,” he wrote. “I want to take this opportunity to let everyone know, don’t worry! It’s just a character appearance for my latest movie. The character requires me to have white hair, white beard and look old.”
Jackie...
The Karate Kid star turned 70 years old on Monday (April 8). Fans have recently taken notice that Jackie looks much older and have raised concerns about the actor.
In response, Jackie took to Instagram on Monday to commemorate his 70th birthday and to reassure fans that everything is fine.
Keep reading to find out more…
He shared a slideshow of photos of himself on movie sets over the years. Jackie addressed his newly aged appearance in the caption.
“Not so long ago, a lot of friends saw some recent photos of me on the internet, and they were all concerned about my health,” he wrote. “I want to take this opportunity to let everyone know, don’t worry! It’s just a character appearance for my latest movie. The character requires me to have white hair, white beard and look old.”
Jackie...
- 4/9/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Jackie Chan reassured fans he is healthy as can be in a recent Instagram post, explaining that he currently looks much older than he is because of his role in an upcoming movie.
“Not so long ago, a lot of friends saw some recent photos of me on the internet, and they were all concerned about my health,” Chan, who turned 70 on Monday, wrote. “I want to take this opportunity to let everyone know, don’t worry! It’s just a character appearance for my latest movie. The character requires me to have white hair, white beard and look old.”
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Chan’s post also included a reflection on his platinum birthday, along with a series of throwback photos of his illustrious career. “Even before today, many friends have been reminding me: ‘Jackie, it’s going to be your 70th birthday!
“Not so long ago, a lot of friends saw some recent photos of me on the internet, and they were all concerned about my health,” Chan, who turned 70 on Monday, wrote. “I want to take this opportunity to let everyone know, don’t worry! It’s just a character appearance for my latest movie. The character requires me to have white hair, white beard and look old.”
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A post shared by Jackie Chan 成龍 (@jackiechan)
Chan’s post also included a reflection on his platinum birthday, along with a series of throwback photos of his illustrious career. “Even before today, many friends have been reminding me: ‘Jackie, it’s going to be your 70th birthday!
- 4/8/2024
- by Zoe G Phillips
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Jackie Chan marked his 70th birthday on April 7 by telling people not to worry about his health after some photos of the acting icon looking old with grey hair circulated online recently and sparked concern among his fans. Chan wrote in an Instagram post that any photo of him looking much older than 70 is just him in character for a new movie.
“Not so long ago, a lot of friends saw some recent photos of me on the internet, and they were all concerned about my health,” Chan wrote in the caption. “I want to take this opportunity to let everyone know, don’t worry! It’s just a character appearance for my latest movie. The character requires me to have white hair, white beard and look old.”
“Over the years, I’ve always been willing to try new things for a movie, no matter if it’s a challenging...
“Not so long ago, a lot of friends saw some recent photos of me on the internet, and they were all concerned about my health,” Chan wrote in the caption. “I want to take this opportunity to let everyone know, don’t worry! It’s just a character appearance for my latest movie. The character requires me to have white hair, white beard and look old.”
“Over the years, I’ve always been willing to try new things for a movie, no matter if it’s a challenging...
- 4/8/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
It is very hard to believe but Jackie Chan has officially reached his 70s. The cinema legend recently celebrated his 70th Birthday on the 7th of April. On the occasion, he shared an emotional note for his friends and fans on social media where he discussed how it feels to be in the 70s. Following that, the Rush Hour fame also addressed his viral white hair photos in his long post.
Jackie Chan in The Drunken Master
Recently, the entire pop culture world became a little melancholic to spot Jackie Chan with white hair and an old look in some viral photos. Although it is not unnatural for a 70-year-old, the fans could not hold their emotions. However, Chan clarified in his post that the fans need not be concerned about his health as the look is for his latest project.
What did Jackie Chan say about his white hair photos?...
Jackie Chan in The Drunken Master
Recently, the entire pop culture world became a little melancholic to spot Jackie Chan with white hair and an old look in some viral photos. Although it is not unnatural for a 70-year-old, the fans could not hold their emotions. However, Chan clarified in his post that the fans need not be concerned about his health as the look is for his latest project.
What did Jackie Chan say about his white hair photos?...
- 4/8/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Kung Fu Panda Franchise Ranked As Per Budget: The 4th Installment Has The Lowest Budget In The Lot ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
The Kung Fu Panda franchise released their fourth installment last month, and it is doing quite well at the box office. It has recently crossed an important milestone. The animated film franchise has been a tremendous commercial success, and people love seeing their adorable Po the Panda fight bad guys on the big screen. It takes a lot to bring to life the characters on screen. Let us take a look at the budget of the four films here.
The first film in the franchise came out in 2008, and the movie has earned more than $2 billion globally. Jack Black voices the giant panda, and the ensemble cast includes Angelina Jolie as Master Tigress, Seth Rogan as Master Mantis, Lucy Liu voices Master Crane, Dustin Hoffman as Master Shifu, Jackie Chan...
The Kung Fu Panda franchise released their fourth installment last month, and it is doing quite well at the box office. It has recently crossed an important milestone. The animated film franchise has been a tremendous commercial success, and people love seeing their adorable Po the Panda fight bad guys on the big screen. It takes a lot to bring to life the characters on screen. Let us take a look at the budget of the four films here.
The first film in the franchise came out in 2008, and the movie has earned more than $2 billion globally. Jack Black voices the giant panda, and the ensemble cast includes Angelina Jolie as Master Tigress, Seth Rogan as Master Mantis, Lucy Liu voices Master Crane, Dustin Hoffman as Master Shifu, Jackie Chan...
- 4/8/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
The official Twitter account of Netflix revealed the main trailer of the upcoming City Hunter live-action film featuring the theme song Get Wild Continual by Tm Network on April 8, 2024.
Newly announced cast includes:
Tetta Sugimoto as Akitaka Ito Ayame Misaki as Tsukino Seta Takaya Sakoda as Kunio Konno
Other cast include:
Ryohei Suzuki as Ryo Saeba Misato Morita as Kaori Makimura Masanobu Ando as Hideyuki Makimura Fumino Kimura as Detective Saeko Nogami
City Hunter Live-Action Film is set to release worldwide on Netflix on April 25, 2024.
Netflix is producing this live-action and describes it as, “a modern-day updated version of the manga, set in the bustling streets of Shinjuku”.
The live-action will be directed by Yuichi Sato. Tatsuro Mishima will be in charge of the script, and Yoshihide Otomo will be composing the music for the film.
The franchise had spawned a media franchise consisting of numerous adaptations and spin-offs from several countries.
Newly announced cast includes:
Tetta Sugimoto as Akitaka Ito Ayame Misaki as Tsukino Seta Takaya Sakoda as Kunio Konno
Other cast include:
Ryohei Suzuki as Ryo Saeba Misato Morita as Kaori Makimura Masanobu Ando as Hideyuki Makimura Fumino Kimura as Detective Saeko Nogami
City Hunter Live-Action Film is set to release worldwide on Netflix on April 25, 2024.
Netflix is producing this live-action and describes it as, “a modern-day updated version of the manga, set in the bustling streets of Shinjuku”.
The live-action will be directed by Yuichi Sato. Tatsuro Mishima will be in charge of the script, and Yoshihide Otomo will be composing the music for the film.
The franchise had spawned a media franchise consisting of numerous adaptations and spin-offs from several countries.
- 4/8/2024
- by Ami Nazru
- AnimeHunch
For many around the world, there’s one name at the top of the action totem pole: Jackie Chan, and today marks his 70th birthday.
If you only know him as a goofy martial arts comedian from the Rush Hour and Shanghai Noon series, then consider this a wake up call. Because when Jackie did things His way on his home turf, he churned out some of the best action movies you’ll ever see.
Many would point to Drunken Master II as Jackie’s magnum opus. Fair enough, that is an all-timer, but for an example of his best modern day martial arts action, mixed in with some crime drama and his signature comedy, one of his absolute best outings is 1985’s Police Story.
In the 1970s, Jackie Chan soared to fame internationally once he was finally able to break out of the shadow of Bruce Lee. When Chan...
If you only know him as a goofy martial arts comedian from the Rush Hour and Shanghai Noon series, then consider this a wake up call. Because when Jackie did things His way on his home turf, he churned out some of the best action movies you’ll ever see.
Many would point to Drunken Master II as Jackie’s magnum opus. Fair enough, that is an all-timer, but for an example of his best modern day martial arts action, mixed in with some crime drama and his signature comedy, one of his absolute best outings is 1985’s Police Story.
In the 1970s, Jackie Chan soared to fame internationally once he was finally able to break out of the shadow of Bruce Lee. When Chan...
- 4/7/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Disha Patani’s Birthday Wishes for Jackie Chan: Actress Disha Patani, known for her roles in Bollywood hits like “Baaghi” and “M.S. Dhoni,” extends warm wishes to her co-star Jackie Chan on his 70th birthday.
Celebratory Instagram Stories
Taking to her Instagram stories on April 7, Disha shares endearing pictures of the international icon. One snapshot captures their camaraderie during the filming of “Kung Fu Yoga,” set against a stunning mountain backdrop.
Heartfelt Messages
In the images, Disha sports a green jacket while Jackie Chan rocks a blue hoodie, exuding charm and warmth. She affectionately calls him a ‘superhero’ and a ‘living legend,’ expressing admiration for his timeless charisma and talent.
Memorable Throwback Moments
Sharing an old photo of Jackie Chan, Disha emphasizes his irreplaceable presence in the industry, accompanied by heartfelt emojis. The actress’s gesture reflects the enduring bond formed during their collaboration, resonating with fans worldwide.
A...
Celebratory Instagram Stories
Taking to her Instagram stories on April 7, Disha shares endearing pictures of the international icon. One snapshot captures their camaraderie during the filming of “Kung Fu Yoga,” set against a stunning mountain backdrop.
Heartfelt Messages
In the images, Disha sports a green jacket while Jackie Chan rocks a blue hoodie, exuding charm and warmth. She affectionately calls him a ‘superhero’ and a ‘living legend,’ expressing admiration for his timeless charisma and talent.
Memorable Throwback Moments
Sharing an old photo of Jackie Chan, Disha emphasizes his irreplaceable presence in the industry, accompanied by heartfelt emojis. The actress’s gesture reflects the enduring bond formed during their collaboration, resonating with fans worldwide.
A...
- 4/7/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
A few months ago, I wrote an article listing ten movies that – despite being well known – were difficult to find (legally) on any streaming service or even on disc. Those titles ranged from Ron Howard’s Cocoon to movies like Dawn of the Dead (the original). In the comments, many of our readers chimed in with their two cents on films they’ve found difficult to find over the years, so here are a few more challenging-to-find flicks, some of which may surprise you.
Panic Room:
The fact that David Fincher’s Panic Room has never been issued on Blu-ray blows me away. It’s been announced a few times, but a physical release never seems to happen (although you can stream it in HD pretty easily). What gives? You’d think the fact that it has Fincher’s name on it, and stars Jodie Foster, Kristen Stewart, Forest Whitaker,...
Panic Room:
The fact that David Fincher’s Panic Room has never been issued on Blu-ray blows me away. It’s been announced a few times, but a physical release never seems to happen (although you can stream it in HD pretty easily). What gives? You’d think the fact that it has Fincher’s name on it, and stars Jodie Foster, Kristen Stewart, Forest Whitaker,...
- 4/6/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
Sony’s Karate Kid legacy sequel, starring Ben Wang, Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan, has started filming in Montreal, Canada, after a delay caused by by the SAG-AFTRA strikes.
Wang, best known for American Born Chinese, leads the new instalment, taking place on the US east coast, as a teen from China who finds two tough but wise mentors in Chan and Macchio.
UK director Jonathan Entwistle, whose credits include Netflix’s I Am Not Okay With This and The End of the F***ing World, posted a photo on Instagram confirming filming had begun. He directs from a screenplay by Rob Lieber.
Wang, best known for American Born Chinese, leads the new instalment, taking place on the US east coast, as a teen from China who finds two tough but wise mentors in Chan and Macchio.
UK director Jonathan Entwistle, whose credits include Netflix’s I Am Not Okay With This and The End of the F***ing World, posted a photo on Instagram confirming filming had begun. He directs from a screenplay by Rob Lieber.
- 4/5/2024
- ScreenDaily
Sony’s Karate Kid legacy sequel, starring Ben Wang, Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan, has started filming in Montreal, Canada, after a delay caused by by the SAG-AFTRA strikes.
Wang, best known for American Born Chinese, leads the new instalment, taking place on the US east coast, as a teen from China who finds two tough but wise mentors in Chan and Macchio.
UK director Jonathan Entwistle, whose credits include Netflix’s I Am Not Okay With This and The End of the F***ing World, posted a photo on Instagram confirming filming had begun. He directs from a screenplay by Rob Lieber.
Wang, best known for American Born Chinese, leads the new instalment, taking place on the US east coast, as a teen from China who finds two tough but wise mentors in Chan and Macchio.
UK director Jonathan Entwistle, whose credits include Netflix’s I Am Not Okay With This and The End of the F***ing World, posted a photo on Instagram confirming filming had begun. He directs from a screenplay by Rob Lieber.
- 4/5/2024
- ScreenDaily
Kung Fu Hustle
Kung Fu superstar Sammo Hung will deliver a masterclass on May 4 as part of the 12th Singapore Chinese Film Festival. He will also attend a mini-retrospective of his films. Hung studied under Peking Opera master Yu Jim Yuen at a young age and was the “big brother”’ to the China Drama Academy’s performance troupe known as the Seven Little Fortunes, whose members included Jackie Chan, Yuen Biao, Yuen Wah, Yuen Qiu and Corey Yuen. He starred in “Painted Faces” (1988), which was based on his time in the Seven Little Fortunes.
Hung’s career as an actor, action choreographer, director and producer spans some 60 years. His acting credits include action comedies “Dirty Tiger, Crazy Frog” and “Odd Couple,” paranormal horror comedies “Encounters of the Spooky Kind” and “The Dead and the Deadly,” comedy film series “Lucky Stars” and gangster action film “Shanghai, Shanghai.” In 1982, Hung won the...
Kung Fu superstar Sammo Hung will deliver a masterclass on May 4 as part of the 12th Singapore Chinese Film Festival. He will also attend a mini-retrospective of his films. Hung studied under Peking Opera master Yu Jim Yuen at a young age and was the “big brother”’ to the China Drama Academy’s performance troupe known as the Seven Little Fortunes, whose members included Jackie Chan, Yuen Biao, Yuen Wah, Yuen Qiu and Corey Yuen. He starred in “Painted Faces” (1988), which was based on his time in the Seven Little Fortunes.
Hung’s career as an actor, action choreographer, director and producer spans some 60 years. His acting credits include action comedies “Dirty Tiger, Crazy Frog” and “Odd Couple,” paranormal horror comedies “Encounters of the Spooky Kind” and “The Dead and the Deadly,” comedy film series “Lucky Stars” and gangster action film “Shanghai, Shanghai.” In 1982, Hung won the...
- 4/5/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
The bridge between Indian and American action cinema has unfortunately yet to be built. There are throughlines between the two industries, that's for sure; recently, Siddharth Anand's “Fighter” borrowed the luscious aesthetics and jingoistic tone of the “Top Gun” franchise, and the work of Lokesh Kanagaraj wouldn't quite be the way it is without his trusty, robust list of North American favorites. But there has yet to be a film that solidly unifies the nations with an equal balance of what makes each industries' take on high-octane thrills so heady. That is perhaps until now, with Dev Patel's American-produced, Mumbai-set one-man-army action-extravaganza “Monkey Man” that pounds its chest onto screens around the world with unparalleled levels of energy, swagger and savagery.
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Patel is Kid, a bottom-of-the-ladder bare-knuckle brawler who has gained a reputation as a fall...
- 4/5/2024
- by Simon Ramshaw
- AsianMoviePulse
Ninjas have never been out of vogue but between last year’s Turtles animated feature “Mutant Mayhem” and the recently-released Netflix series “House of Ninjas,” it’s fair to say they’re having a moment.
Not that your average “Ninjago” fan (average age 6-8) would care about whether or not ninjas are in vogue. Since launching simultaneously as a show and product 13 years ago, the Lego-originated IP has spawned 16 seasons, 235 episodes, a 2017 feature film starring Jackie Chan, theme park attractions and, of course, plenty of toys.
In 2023 “Ninjago” was semi-rebooted under a fresh title “Ninjago: Dragons Rising,” which introduced new characters and story arcs. In part the change came about because the “Ninjago” universe was so vast there was no easy access point for a new generation of kids. “There’s so much material, it’s our longest running show,” says Asa Tait, head of production at Lego’s...
Not that your average “Ninjago” fan (average age 6-8) would care about whether or not ninjas are in vogue. Since launching simultaneously as a show and product 13 years ago, the Lego-originated IP has spawned 16 seasons, 235 episodes, a 2017 feature film starring Jackie Chan, theme park attractions and, of course, plenty of toys.
In 2023 “Ninjago” was semi-rebooted under a fresh title “Ninjago: Dragons Rising,” which introduced new characters and story arcs. In part the change came about because the “Ninjago” universe was so vast there was no easy access point for a new generation of kids. “There’s so much material, it’s our longest running show,” says Asa Tait, head of production at Lego’s...
- 4/4/2024
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
It’s been 40 years since the initial release of Ralph Macchio’s The Karate Kid in 1984, and still, the franchise is going strong with various sequels and even television series like Cobra Kai. Now, Sony has announced a new and untitled Karate Kid movie, starring Jackie Chan, on its way to hit the theatres in 2024.
Jackie Chan and Jaden Smith in Karate Kid (2010)
According to reports, Jackie Chan’s Karate Kid movie is supposedly set to release on December 13, this year. While production is currently going on, as Sony promised to return to the original franchise with this upcoming movie, the release date still seems unachievable. The production company might have to reschedule the alleged date of release.
Reported Cast and Storyline for the Upcoming Karate Kid
Following in the footsteps of Ralph Macchio’s Daniel Larusso from the 1984 original The Karate Kid movie, the world witnessed a renewed iteration...
Jackie Chan and Jaden Smith in Karate Kid (2010)
According to reports, Jackie Chan’s Karate Kid movie is supposedly set to release on December 13, this year. While production is currently going on, as Sony promised to return to the original franchise with this upcoming movie, the release date still seems unachievable. The production company might have to reschedule the alleged date of release.
Reported Cast and Storyline for the Upcoming Karate Kid
Following in the footsteps of Ralph Macchio’s Daniel Larusso from the 1984 original The Karate Kid movie, the world witnessed a renewed iteration...
- 4/3/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Trypanophobia means fear of needles or Injections. Imagine your favorite celebrities, the ones you see on TV or in movies. Now, did you know that some of them have a fear of Injections? Yes, it’s true! This fear is called Trypanophobia.
So, while these stars may be brave on screen, these celebrities can feel a bit nervous when dealing with injections or needles.
Thus, it’s a reminder that even our favorite stars have some unique fears. Here in this article, we will discuss some celebrities who are scared of needles or Injections. So, if you are curious to know about celebrities having Trypanophobiathen keep reading this article till the end.
Also Read: Celebrities Who Have Cynophobia (Fear of Dogs)?
Celebrities Having Trypanophobia(Fear Of Needles Or Injections)! 1. Jackie Chan People
Jackie Chan, a multi-talented individual from Hong Kong, is not only an actor, director, writer, and producer but...
So, while these stars may be brave on screen, these celebrities can feel a bit nervous when dealing with injections or needles.
Thus, it’s a reminder that even our favorite stars have some unique fears. Here in this article, we will discuss some celebrities who are scared of needles or Injections. So, if you are curious to know about celebrities having Trypanophobiathen keep reading this article till the end.
Also Read: Celebrities Who Have Cynophobia (Fear of Dogs)?
Celebrities Having Trypanophobia(Fear Of Needles Or Injections)! 1. Jackie Chan People
Jackie Chan, a multi-talented individual from Hong Kong, is not only an actor, director, writer, and producer but...
- 4/3/2024
- by Om Prakash Kaushal
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The Karate Kid, a 1984 classic film, has remained a cornerstone of pop culture for nearly 40 years. The coming-of-age story follows Daniel Larusso, a young boy bullied by a vicious karate gang, who seeks guidance from an unlikely mentor – Mr. Miyagi, the gentle apartment maintenance man.
Pat Morita and Ralph Macchio in a still from The Karate Kid series
The story of Mr. Miyagi is deeply tragic. He was an immigrant who fought in World War II, and his wife and child died due to problems during childbirth in an American internment camp. However, the casting of Pat Morita, the actor who brought Mr. Miyagi to life, almost never happened due to a surprising reason.
Karate Kid‘s Pat Morita Casting Hanged in Balance Pat Morita as Mr. Miyagi in The Karate Kid
Even though Pat Morita’s portrayal of Mr. Miyagi in The Karate Kid is now legendary, there was...
Pat Morita and Ralph Macchio in a still from The Karate Kid series
The story of Mr. Miyagi is deeply tragic. He was an immigrant who fought in World War II, and his wife and child died due to problems during childbirth in an American internment camp. However, the casting of Pat Morita, the actor who brought Mr. Miyagi to life, almost never happened due to a surprising reason.
Karate Kid‘s Pat Morita Casting Hanged in Balance Pat Morita as Mr. Miyagi in The Karate Kid
Even though Pat Morita’s portrayal of Mr. Miyagi in The Karate Kid is now legendary, there was...
- 4/3/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
No one, including Warner Bros, was prepared for how successful “The Matrix” would be when it hit theaters on March 31, 1999. Only the second film by the Wachowski siblings (their first being the low-budget indie “Bound”), it would go on the be the fourth highest grossing film of the year, and a cultural phenomenon that became part of our lexicon.
The movie’s success would also mark a number of shifts happening in the industry. The diverse approach to casting by the Wachowskis, and their casting directors Mali Finn and Shauna Wolifson, took in building their ensemble helped redefine who could be an American action star, as Hollywood was desperate to move away from its already stale reliance on brawny white males, whose bulging muscles justified their physical prowess. The Wachowskis’ philosophy-inspired script helped usher in an era of narrative gravity and complexity in how studios approached the world-building storytelling of studio IP.
The movie’s success would also mark a number of shifts happening in the industry. The diverse approach to casting by the Wachowskis, and their casting directors Mali Finn and Shauna Wolifson, took in building their ensemble helped redefine who could be an American action star, as Hollywood was desperate to move away from its already stale reliance on brawny white males, whose bulging muscles justified their physical prowess. The Wachowskis’ philosophy-inspired script helped usher in an era of narrative gravity and complexity in how studios approached the world-building storytelling of studio IP.
- 3/31/2024
- by Chris O'Falt
- Indiewire
There's an entire generation of movie lovers who first encountered Jackie Chan in the "Rush Hour" films. The actor, director and stuntsman didn't have a huge love for the franchise at the time, perhaps because they barely scratched the surface of what he was capable of as a choreographer. Still, his buddy cop films hold a special place in the hearts of countless action fans, and his rapport with co-star Chris Tucker isn't half bad, either.
The "Rush Hour" trilogy hasn't aged the best in the intervening years, thanks in part to its director, Brett Ratner, who was accused of sexual misconduct in 2017. The film's "East meets West" humor would also never fly today, making the franchise something of a time capsule for irreverent, 2000s humor. Still, we could never get enough of Chan and Tucker — that's why we're all still holding out for that potential "Rush Hour 4." While...
The "Rush Hour" trilogy hasn't aged the best in the intervening years, thanks in part to its director, Brett Ratner, who was accused of sexual misconduct in 2017. The film's "East meets West" humor would also never fly today, making the franchise something of a time capsule for irreverent, 2000s humor. Still, we could never get enough of Chan and Tucker — that's why we're all still holding out for that potential "Rush Hour 4." While...
- 3/31/2024
- by Lyvie Scott
- Slash Film
The year 2024 may be one of those years when the film industry is offering us some of the most hyped and exciting films in a while. But the upcoming Monkey Man, which stars Oscar Award-nominated actor Dev Patel, has been by far one of the most highly-anticipated films of the year.
In fact, since the trailer of the star’s upcoming directorial debut dropped, fans have been comparing the movie to that of films from the John Wick franchise, which in itself is a huge achievement.
A still from Monkey Man
But reaching this milestone was not an easy task by a very long shot, especially when the film was on the brink of being thrown into the trashcan. Recently, Patel revealed that the producers of the film were almost pulling out at the last second, which made him improvise and use crew members as extras while reusing several props on set.
In fact, since the trailer of the star’s upcoming directorial debut dropped, fans have been comparing the movie to that of films from the John Wick franchise, which in itself is a huge achievement.
A still from Monkey Man
But reaching this milestone was not an easy task by a very long shot, especially when the film was on the brink of being thrown into the trashcan. Recently, Patel revealed that the producers of the film were almost pulling out at the last second, which made him improvise and use crew members as extras while reusing several props on set.
- 3/30/2024
- by Deepak Bisht
- FandomWire
Deadline reports a new sports documentary is being planned for kickboxing champion and martial arts movie star Benny “The Jet” Urquidez. The names associated with the production almost seems like a bingo announcer called out randomly drawn names from my favorite childhood movies. Keanu Reeves, who himself is no stranger to the martial arts world and action genre, has partnered with Fisher Stevens, who is known for projects like Short Circuit 1 & 2 and Hackers, to produce the documentary on Urquidez, whom I’ve talked about before on my Dragons Forever retrospective.
The documentary, which is titled The Jet, is currently in production with the Emmy-nominated sports documentary editor turned filmmaker, Jennifer Tiexiera, directing the film. Tiexiera has most recently also directed a three-part series for HBO called Unveiled: Surviving La Luz del Mundo, which has also recently been nominated for an Emmy in the catagory of Outstanding Crime and Justice Documentary.
The documentary, which is titled The Jet, is currently in production with the Emmy-nominated sports documentary editor turned filmmaker, Jennifer Tiexiera, directing the film. Tiexiera has most recently also directed a three-part series for HBO called Unveiled: Surviving La Luz del Mundo, which has also recently been nominated for an Emmy in the catagory of Outstanding Crime and Justice Documentary.
- 3/28/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: Action megastar Keanu Reeves has partnered with Academy Award winner Fisher Stevens to co-produce a documentary on the life story of Benny “The Jet” Urquidez, the iconic athlete who introduced mixed martial arts to the world.
Titled The Jet, the film is currently in production under the direction of Emmy-nominated sports documentary editor turned filmmaker Jennifer Tiexiera. Its financiers are Chris Quintos Cathcart and Tyler Boehm of the newly formed Unapologetic Projects, a company dedicated to working with underrepresented creators. Maura Anderson and Zak Kilberg of Stevens’ recently launched production company Highly Flammable will also serve as producers along with John Scalise and his Faya Project. Nancy Weisler, Brian Maya and Chris Quintos Cathcart & Tyler Boehm of Unapologetic serve as executive producers on the project slated for release in 2025.
Nicknamed for his explosive spinning back kick, Sensei Benny “The Jet” Urquidez had a profound impact on martial arts in mainstream culture,...
Titled The Jet, the film is currently in production under the direction of Emmy-nominated sports documentary editor turned filmmaker Jennifer Tiexiera. Its financiers are Chris Quintos Cathcart and Tyler Boehm of the newly formed Unapologetic Projects, a company dedicated to working with underrepresented creators. Maura Anderson and Zak Kilberg of Stevens’ recently launched production company Highly Flammable will also serve as producers along with John Scalise and his Faya Project. Nancy Weisler, Brian Maya and Chris Quintos Cathcart & Tyler Boehm of Unapologetic serve as executive producers on the project slated for release in 2025.
Nicknamed for his explosive spinning back kick, Sensei Benny “The Jet” Urquidez had a profound impact on martial arts in mainstream culture,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Cecilia Han stars as the worried mother in the Donnie Yen rescue thriller Polar Rescue. Courtesy of Well Go USA
I’ve been a big Donnie Yen fan for years. This martial artist/actor has been a mainstay of Chinese action movies – comedic and dramatic – for decades. For Western audiences, he may be best known for his appearances in several films about China’s legendary real-life hero Ip Man. Besides Yen’s fighting skills, he invariably projects the calm integrity of a Gary Cooper. His latest high-profile role on our screens was the blind, yet super-lethal, and highly-principled assassin co-star in John Wick 4.
Donnie is now over 60. So, like Jackie Chan, his time as a credible action hero may be waning. Preparing for the next phase of his career is the only reason I can imagine for his producing and starring in this rather uninspired family drama, Polar Rescue (a...
I’ve been a big Donnie Yen fan for years. This martial artist/actor has been a mainstay of Chinese action movies – comedic and dramatic – for decades. For Western audiences, he may be best known for his appearances in several films about China’s legendary real-life hero Ip Man. Besides Yen’s fighting skills, he invariably projects the calm integrity of a Gary Cooper. His latest high-profile role on our screens was the blind, yet super-lethal, and highly-principled assassin co-star in John Wick 4.
Donnie is now over 60. So, like Jackie Chan, his time as a credible action hero may be waning. Preparing for the next phase of his career is the only reason I can imagine for his producing and starring in this rather uninspired family drama, Polar Rescue (a...
- 3/26/2024
- by Mark Glass
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Kung Fu Panda 4 At The Worldwide Box Office: Crosses The Milestone Of $250 Million In Third Weekend!
Kung Fu Panda 4 Box Office Numbers Are Impressive Even After 3 Weeks Attains This Amazing Milestone! ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
Po returns with his goofiness and is tasked by Master Shifu to train further and become the spiritual leader of the Valley of Peace in Kung Fu Panda 4. Jack Black mesmerized the audience with his fantastic voice acting, and the results showed at the film’s box office as it reached a significant milestone. Directed by Mike Mitchell, it was released earlier this month.
This is the fourth installment in this franchise, and the third part was released in 2016. The martial arts animated comedy films have entertained the audience, especially the young ones, since 2008. Hollywood stars like Angelina Jolie, Jackie Chan, Lucy Liu, and others have been a part of the franchise. Jolie voiced the character of Tigress. The franchise is over $2 billion now, thanks to the 4th installment’s impressive earnings.
Po returns with his goofiness and is tasked by Master Shifu to train further and become the spiritual leader of the Valley of Peace in Kung Fu Panda 4. Jack Black mesmerized the audience with his fantastic voice acting, and the results showed at the film’s box office as it reached a significant milestone. Directed by Mike Mitchell, it was released earlier this month.
This is the fourth installment in this franchise, and the third part was released in 2016. The martial arts animated comedy films have entertained the audience, especially the young ones, since 2008. Hollywood stars like Angelina Jolie, Jackie Chan, Lucy Liu, and others have been a part of the franchise. Jolie voiced the character of Tigress. The franchise is over $2 billion now, thanks to the 4th installment’s impressive earnings.
- 3/26/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Eiichiro Oda, the creator of One Piece, and Masashi Kishimoto the creator of Naruto have been serving the anime community for a long time. Both of these creators are legends in the anime world and have established and influenced many other anime and manga creators over the years with their masterpieces.
Naruto and One Piece
While Kishimoto’s masterpiece has shifted to its sequel, Oda’s magnum opus is still going strong for more than 1000 episodes and 1100+ manga chapters. Although initially, Oda and Kishimoto had fierce competition between them, they also became good friends later on in their lives.
So much so, that they even used references from each other’s works for their own mangas and openly accepted it. Both Oda and Kishimoto have stated that they loved the works of the other and Oda even mentioned his favorite characters from Naruto. While two of them are Rock Lee and Might Guy,...
Naruto and One Piece
While Kishimoto’s masterpiece has shifted to its sequel, Oda’s magnum opus is still going strong for more than 1000 episodes and 1100+ manga chapters. Although initially, Oda and Kishimoto had fierce competition between them, they also became good friends later on in their lives.
So much so, that they even used references from each other’s works for their own mangas and openly accepted it. Both Oda and Kishimoto have stated that they loved the works of the other and Oda even mentioned his favorite characters from Naruto. While two of them are Rock Lee and Might Guy,...
- 3/23/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Gone are the days. Several Hollywood celebrities have walked a long road to get where they are now. But they have been sensational even at the beginning of their career. A recent video compiling the faces of celebrities created a vibe that will take fans on a nostalgic ride.
Angelina Jolie in 1996 movie Mojave Moon
Jackie Chan, Keanu Reeves, and Angelina Jolie alongside Leonardo DiCaprio, Jim Carrey, and several others have looked naturally unique if we go back to the old videos of the stars. Of course, their charm is still intact, but the innocence and free young spirit in their faces exhibit how time flies.
Jackie Chan, Keanu Reeves, Angelina Jolie, and Several Star Shines From The Past
Keanu Reeves in My Own Private Idaho (1991)
In a recent post, a compilation video by the popular X handle, Historic Vids, which Dwayne Johnson also follows, takes fans on a ride to nostalgia.
Angelina Jolie in 1996 movie Mojave Moon
Jackie Chan, Keanu Reeves, and Angelina Jolie alongside Leonardo DiCaprio, Jim Carrey, and several others have looked naturally unique if we go back to the old videos of the stars. Of course, their charm is still intact, but the innocence and free young spirit in their faces exhibit how time flies.
Jackie Chan, Keanu Reeves, Angelina Jolie, and Several Star Shines From The Past
Keanu Reeves in My Own Private Idaho (1991)
In a recent post, a compilation video by the popular X handle, Historic Vids, which Dwayne Johnson also follows, takes fans on a ride to nostalgia.
- 3/23/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
DreamWorks Animation’s much-awaited sequel Kung Fu Panda 4 is expected to hit a major milestone not only at the box office but in the franchise’s history as well. The film debuted with an impressive domestic ticket sales, making it the second-biggest opening for the Kung Fu Panda film series.
Kung Fu Panda 4
It’s also considered an amazing feat as the movie only opened so far on selected international markets. Indeed, the massive opening is only a preview of the film’s apparent success in the next few weeks.
Kung Fu Panda 4 Proves The Franchise Is Very Much Alive With An Impressive Box-Office Earning
Kung Fu Panda 4
A post from Hollywood Handle revealed that Jack Black’s latest sequel crossed $200 million at the worldwide box office. The movie, with a reported budget of $85 million, is already gaining profit even though it only started rolling in cinemas two weeks ago.
Kung Fu Panda 4
It’s also considered an amazing feat as the movie only opened so far on selected international markets. Indeed, the massive opening is only a preview of the film’s apparent success in the next few weeks.
Kung Fu Panda 4 Proves The Franchise Is Very Much Alive With An Impressive Box-Office Earning
Kung Fu Panda 4
A post from Hollywood Handle revealed that Jack Black’s latest sequel crossed $200 million at the worldwide box office. The movie, with a reported budget of $85 million, is already gaining profit even though it only started rolling in cinemas two weeks ago.
- 3/22/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Will Smith has been a leading man in Hollywood for almost 30 years now, and the actor is not slowing down in coming up with new projects. The actor has starred in highly successful franchises like Men in Black, and Bad Boys. He has also been part of many acclaimed films in his career and won an Oscar for his role in 2021’s King Richard.
Will Smith as Richard Williams in King Richard
In addition to films, Smith also ventured into the world of gaming last year, endorsing the survival zombie apocalypse game Undawn, where he plays the lead character. The game was launched last year, and unfortunately, it has turned out to be a huge disaster.
Relatively Unknown Will Smith Game Undawn Reportedly Flopped Big Time Will Smith played the character Trey Jones in the game Undawn
Last year in May, Will Smith endorsed Tencent’s zombie apocalypse game Undawn.
Will Smith as Richard Williams in King Richard
In addition to films, Smith also ventured into the world of gaming last year, endorsing the survival zombie apocalypse game Undawn, where he plays the lead character. The game was launched last year, and unfortunately, it has turned out to be a huge disaster.
Relatively Unknown Will Smith Game Undawn Reportedly Flopped Big Time Will Smith played the character Trey Jones in the game Undawn
Last year in May, Will Smith endorsed Tencent’s zombie apocalypse game Undawn.
- 3/22/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
We all know Godzilla as the King of the Monsters and one of the most powerful terrors that ever hit the mainland. But you should never judge a book by its cover because the kaiju took a brief hiatus from destroying city centers to stomp into an entirely new role: Tokyo police chief…although the gig only lasted one day.
That’s right, Godzilla put his fire-breathing, skyscraper-leveling ways to the side so he could educate the people of Tokyo on – ready for this? – road safety, which is awfully ironic considering just how many roadways and bridges have been utterly destroyed by his invasions. According to Australia’s 7News, Godzilla is “one of several Japanese characters chosen to raise public awareness about staying safe in Tokyo’s busy traffic.” As such, footage shows the legendary character on stage in front of a crowd and moving through the streets of Tokyo,...
That’s right, Godzilla put his fire-breathing, skyscraper-leveling ways to the side so he could educate the people of Tokyo on – ready for this? – road safety, which is awfully ironic considering just how many roadways and bridges have been utterly destroyed by his invasions. According to Australia’s 7News, Godzilla is “one of several Japanese characters chosen to raise public awareness about staying safe in Tokyo’s busy traffic.” As such, footage shows the legendary character on stage in front of a crowd and moving through the streets of Tokyo,...
- 3/21/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
Oscar-winning actor Will Smith has given some incredible performances throughout his career. He has showcased his acting prowess through a range of roles spanning drama, comedy, and action. Despite his considerable talent, the actor has lost several big opportunities, particularly due to his personal preferences, one of which also includes the 1998 hit buddy action comedy film Rush Hour.
Will Smith in King Richard
Starring Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker, the film became a massive success, solidifying Chan’s status as a Hollywood star. However, before Tucker was cast as the street-smart LAPD Detective, Smith was offered the role but opted not to pursue it.
Will Smith Was Offered the Role of Carter in Rush Hour
It’s hard to envision anyone other than Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker in the iconic buddy cop franchise of Rush Hour. Fans still cherish the lively antics and unparalleled chemistry between the comedic duo in the original film,...
Will Smith in King Richard
Starring Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker, the film became a massive success, solidifying Chan’s status as a Hollywood star. However, before Tucker was cast as the street-smart LAPD Detective, Smith was offered the role but opted not to pursue it.
Will Smith Was Offered the Role of Carter in Rush Hour
It’s hard to envision anyone other than Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker in the iconic buddy cop franchise of Rush Hour. Fans still cherish the lively antics and unparalleled chemistry between the comedic duo in the original film,...
- 3/21/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Debuting in 1993, Late Night with Conan O’Brien witnessed many iconic bits and gas, but arguably the best creation to emerge from the show was Triumph the Insult Comic Dog. Puppeteered by Robert Smigel, which made its first appearance in 1997, the cigar-chomping dog is rude and crude to everyone and everything, but most importantly, he’s devastatingly funny.
From attacking Star Wars fans to Bon Jovi, it doesn’t matter who you are, Triumph roasts everyone equally, and unluckily, even the Late Night Host wasn’t immune from his insults.
Conan O’Brien Recalls Being Destroyed by Triumph
Late Night Host Conan O’Brien
Speaking with Jon Bon Jovi, who had firsthand experience of facing Triumph’s insults, Conan O’Brien looks back on being left mentally and physically scarred by the Insult Dog. During one of the episodes of the Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend podcast, the acclaimed host found...
From attacking Star Wars fans to Bon Jovi, it doesn’t matter who you are, Triumph roasts everyone equally, and unluckily, even the Late Night Host wasn’t immune from his insults.
Conan O’Brien Recalls Being Destroyed by Triumph
Late Night Host Conan O’Brien
Speaking with Jon Bon Jovi, who had firsthand experience of facing Triumph’s insults, Conan O’Brien looks back on being left mentally and physically scarred by the Insult Dog. During one of the episodes of the Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend podcast, the acclaimed host found...
- 3/20/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Jackie Chan has made a lot of successful movies both in his homeland and in the international arena. With the hundreds of projects under his belt, some were not well-received by the audience. One of the action star’s most popular Hollywood films is Disney’s Around the World in 80 Days.
Around the World in 80 Days (2004)
It was helmed as a reboot of the highly acclaimed 1956 version and an adaptation of Jules Verne’s 1873 novel. Apart from Chan, the film starred Steve Coogan and Cecile de France.
Around the World in 80 Days Was A Gigantic Mess
While the title sounds really exciting, Around the World in 80 Days was a critical and commercial flop. It only earned over $72 million worldwide against a production budget of $110 million, which means it lost a profit of at least $38 million. This seems not a really large amount, but the negative reviews...
Around the World in 80 Days (2004)
It was helmed as a reboot of the highly acclaimed 1956 version and an adaptation of Jules Verne’s 1873 novel. Apart from Chan, the film starred Steve Coogan and Cecile de France.
Around the World in 80 Days Was A Gigantic Mess
While the title sounds really exciting, Around the World in 80 Days was a critical and commercial flop. It only earned over $72 million worldwide against a production budget of $110 million, which means it lost a profit of at least $38 million. This seems not a really large amount, but the negative reviews...
- 3/20/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Jackie Chan is a legend, the actor has forged his career mastering the genre of action comedy making his way into Hollywood. However, the actor also has faced certain roadblocks in some of his movies as they were not so impressive both at the box office and critical perspective.
Jackie Chan’s The Medallion
It is hard to walk past bumpy roads, Chan’s The Medallion faced a similar fate but it was primarily due to the director, Gordon Chan failing to recognize one fatal mistake. So, despite Chan being on board, the movie met with fatal doom.
The Reason Why Jackie Chan’s The Medallion Failed
Jackie Chan in The Medallion
Jackie Chan is certainly one of the greatest action stars currently working in the industry. The actor started his acting journey in the 1960s and appeared in over 150 films in his illustrious career with his celebrated titles including Who Am I?...
Jackie Chan’s The Medallion
It is hard to walk past bumpy roads, Chan’s The Medallion faced a similar fate but it was primarily due to the director, Gordon Chan failing to recognize one fatal mistake. So, despite Chan being on board, the movie met with fatal doom.
The Reason Why Jackie Chan’s The Medallion Failed
Jackie Chan in The Medallion
Jackie Chan is certainly one of the greatest action stars currently working in the industry. The actor started his acting journey in the 1960s and appeared in over 150 films in his illustrious career with his celebrated titles including Who Am I?...
- 3/20/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
When Cobra Kai returns to Netflix for its sixth and final season, the Karate Kid spinoff plans to expand the Miyagiverse significantly. The teen-focused drama Crane kicked martial arts action fans in the face in 2018, building on the Karate Kid legacy started by Ralph Macchio (Daniel Larusso), William Zabka (Johnny Lawrence), and Pat Morita (Mr. Miyagi). With every season, Cobra Kai has grown through fan-service casting, interpersonal drama, and hard-hitting action. No one could have predicted the Miyagiverse would expand the way it has because of Cobra Kai, and now the show’s co-creator, Jon Hurwitz, says fans can expect Season 6 to explore the franchise in exciting ways like never before!
In a thread on Twitter/X, Hurwitz assured fans the final season of the series delivers big surprises, in-depth character flashbacks, and plot elements that expand the Miyagiverse.
“Season 6 expands the ‘Karate Kid/Cobra Kai’ universe more than the first 5 seasons combined.
In a thread on Twitter/X, Hurwitz assured fans the final season of the series delivers big surprises, in-depth character flashbacks, and plot elements that expand the Miyagiverse.
“Season 6 expands the ‘Karate Kid/Cobra Kai’ universe more than the first 5 seasons combined.
- 3/19/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Last week, Ke Huy Quan’s upcoming action film With Love announced that it has set a release date for February 7, 2025. The movie comes from Universal and 87North Productions. While the plot details have yet to be revealed, it has been announced that With Love is written by Luke Passmore and was based on an original script by Josh Stoddard & Matthew Murray. Former stunt performer and coordinator Jonathan Eusebio steps up as the director after having done second-unit directing on films like Violent Night, Deadpool 2, Black Panther, John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, and Obi-Wan Kenobi.
87North’s David Leitch and Kelly McCormick are currently promoting The Fall Guy, which stars Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, and the film is getting massive praise. The producing couple spoke with Collider recently to talk about their latest project as well as their excitement about working on With Love with Quan. When inquired...
87North’s David Leitch and Kelly McCormick are currently promoting The Fall Guy, which stars Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, and the film is getting massive praise. The producing couple spoke with Collider recently to talk about their latest project as well as their excitement about working on With Love with Quan. When inquired...
- 3/18/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
What are the best action movies of all time? It’s a controversial question, isn’t it? Any time any publication or site puts out a new list of what they consider the greatest action movies of all time, it can’t help but generate a ton of controversy. Nevertheless, we here at JoBlo have decided to throw our hats into the ring with a list we really hope generates some nostalgia among our viewers but also encourages them to seek out the movies on this list that they may not have seen. But first, some may wonder where superhero movies are on this list. Given how broad that genre is, we decided to stick to old-school action, so we have left them off the list, as they deserve their own ranking. There are also a few absences from the list, notably some Jackie Chan films, with those to follow in another planned list,...
- 3/17/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
Kung Fu Panda is one of the best animated franchises that captivated the interest of audiences of all ages and backgrounds. The intriguing idea of talking animals giving their best to learn the art of Kung Fu made it more exciting. With the franchise centered around the protagonist Po Ping, a giant panda who went through several tribulations to learn lessons that inspired many, it surely gained a special place in fans’ hearts.
Po in Kung Fu Panda 4
While the idea of talking animals clinched our attention, the franchise never explained the lack of humans. However, a psychotic fan theory reveals the existence of humans in an animal-dominated society.
Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness Hinted at Human Existence!
Given that the Kung Fu Panda universe has also every possible animal existing, many might wonder why humans are the only kind missing from the world. However, a Reddit user shared...
Po in Kung Fu Panda 4
While the idea of talking animals clinched our attention, the franchise never explained the lack of humans. However, a psychotic fan theory reveals the existence of humans in an animal-dominated society.
Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness Hinted at Human Existence!
Given that the Kung Fu Panda universe has also every possible animal existing, many might wonder why humans are the only kind missing from the world. However, a Reddit user shared...
- 3/17/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
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