Sizzling Samachar: Anthony Hopkins gears up for Maserati biopic- A legendary ride begins; John Wick spin-off ‘Ballerina’ faces major reshoots and delays

Sizzling Samachar of the Day - 15th October 2024

Sizzling Samachar of the Day 

Welcome to your daily dose of entertainment on OTTplay, I'm your host Nikhil. News from Hollywood up next.

Anthony Hopkins gears up for Maserati biopic- A legendary ride begins

Brace yourselves for another epic ride! Two-time Oscar winner and Hollywood legend Anthony Hopkins, is gearing up to star in Maserati: The Brothers a biopic revving up under the direction of Bobby Moresco. Set in the world of fast cars and luxury, Hopkins plays a savvy financier who helped spark the iconic Maserati brand. With production set to start in Bologna, this collaboration reunites Moresco and producer Andrea Iervolino, who previously teamed up on Lamborghini. Here’s hoping this biopic gets more traction than their last bumpy ride!

John Wick spin-off ‘Ballerina’ faces major reshoots and delays

Ballerina the highly anticipated John Wick spin-off starring Ana de Armas, has been pushed to June 2025 due to major reshoots led by Chad Stahelski. Originally slated for last summer, Stahelski, the mastermind behind the main John Wick films, stepped in after early cuts by director Len Wiseman missed the mark. The reshoots caused delays in Stahelski's other projects, including his Highlander reboot with Henry Cavill. Fans can expect action-packed mayhem with Keanu Reeves, Ian McShane, and the late Lance Reddick returning!

Venom's final showdown: A new villain, Knull could be here to stay!

Venom: The Last Dance may mark the end of Eddie Brock's story, but it's just the beginning for the terrifying new villain called Knull. Director Kelly Marcel teases that Knull, the god of Symbiotes, won’t be a one-off villain and could pose a long-term threat, hinting at a larger storyline in the Marvel universe. With Knull’s introduction, this may be Venom’s toughest battle yet! Catch the movie in theaters from October 25, 2024. Details of the film’s OTT release haven’t been announced yet. But follow this podcast and we’ll let you know about it very soon.

Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson hit the right note in new musical 'Song Sung Blue'

Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson are belting it out in Song Sung Blue a quirky musical about a couple who turn their love for Neil Diamond into a tribute band sensation. Helmed by Dolemite Is My Name director Craig Brewer, the film follows the real-life rise of Mike and Claire Sardina, who went from unknowns to stage stars with nothing but dreams, talent, and a lot of Neil Diamond. With a cast featuring Michael Imperioli, Fisher Stevens, and Jim Belushi, this musical delight is set to shine. At the moment, however, the release date remains a mystery!

Groovy News: Bruce Campbell confirms 'Evil Dead' animated series still brewing!

Horror legend Bruce Campbell is back! The Evil Dead icon recently confirmed the much-anticipated Evil Dead animated series is in the works, but don’t expect Ash Williams and his chainsaw hand to return to screens anytime soon. While Campbell won’t physically appear, he’s voicing Ash, and the process is creeping along like molasses. Plus, Campbell teased two new Evil Dead films in development. Meanwhile, he’s keeping busy as a small-town sheriff caught in the madness of satanic panic in Hysteria! premiering on Peacock this October 18.

Will 'Slow Horses' get a prequel? Showrunner weighs in!

As Slow Horses wraps up Season 4, fans are buzzing about the possibility of a prequel following the younger days of Gary Oldman’s gruff Jackson Lamb. But hold your horses—showrunner Will Smith isn’t sold on the idea. In a recent interview, Smith revealed he’s hesitant to dive into Lamb’s past, fearing it could ruin the character’s mystique. Besides, who could replace Oldman? Smith jokingly admits that finding a “young Gary Oldman” would be nearly impossible. So, for now, we’ll just have to enjoy the enigmatic Lamb as is. For those who haven’t watched the show, all seasons are currently streaming on Apple TV+.

Keira Knightley’s festive spy thriller ‘Black Doves’ swoops onto Netflix this December

Get ready for a thrilling holiday season as Keira Knightley stars in Black Doves dropping on Netflix on December 5, 2024! Knightley plays Helen Webb, a loving wife and mom with a secret double life as a spy. When her secret lover gets assassinated, Helen dives headfirst into a tangled conspiracy linking London's criminal underworld to global chaos. Packed with action and intrigue, this show features a stellar cast including Ben Whishaw and Sarah Lancashire. The twist? It's already renewed for Season 2—before Season 1 even airs! This holiday season, Christmas lights aren't the only thing that’s lit!

Jim Parsons says “Not Today” to ‘Georgie & Mandy's’ ‘First Marriage’

In a twist that even Sheldon Cooper would find intriguing, Jim Parsons has confirmed he won’t be making a cameo in the upcoming spin-off Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage which hits CBS on October 17, 2024. While reminiscing about his “lightning in a bottle” return in Young Sheldon, Parsons admits that life’s a wild ride, and who knows what the future holds? With his Emmy-winning brain buzzing with new adventures, like his lead role in Just by Looking at Him, fans can still get their Sheldon fix on The Big Bang Theory over on Max! Stay tuned, folks—Parsons may just surprise us!

Well that's all for this episode, until the next time its host Nikhil signing out.

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-Written by Apurva Dutta

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