Aespa is all about reinvention.
The four-piece girl group, hailing from Korean label Sm Entertainment, have been ahead of the curve since their 2020 debut. The group debuted with at-the-time revolutionary concept tied to the metaverse, where every member had a corresponding avatar. But now, approaching five years as a group, Karina, Giselle, Winter and Ningning seemingly feel they’ve found the Aespa they’ve always wanted to be.
“I think what people think of Aespa, right now, since maybe 2024-ish, I think that’s where the image that we were thinking from the beginning started to be shown to the people who see us,” Giselle tells The Hollywood Reporter on a Zoom from Sm’s Seoul headquarters.
Building off the success of their 2024 hits “Supernova” and “Whiplash,” Aespa’s latest single, “Dirty Work (Feat. Flo Milli),” is primed to become the group’s latest chart-topping hit. “Dirty Work,” which racked...
The four-piece girl group, hailing from Korean label Sm Entertainment, have been ahead of the curve since their 2020 debut. The group debuted with at-the-time revolutionary concept tied to the metaverse, where every member had a corresponding avatar. But now, approaching five years as a group, Karina, Giselle, Winter and Ningning seemingly feel they’ve found the Aespa they’ve always wanted to be.
“I think what people think of Aespa, right now, since maybe 2024-ish, I think that’s where the image that we were thinking from the beginning started to be shown to the people who see us,” Giselle tells The Hollywood Reporter on a Zoom from Sm’s Seoul headquarters.
Building off the success of their 2024 hits “Supernova” and “Whiplash,” Aespa’s latest single, “Dirty Work (Feat. Flo Milli),” is primed to become the group’s latest chart-topping hit. “Dirty Work,” which racked...
- 6/27/2025
- by Nicole Fell
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The upcoming Monsterverse movie Godzilla X Kong: Supernova is shaping up to be the biggest film in the franchise yet. Originally intended to serve as an exciting conclusion to the franchise, Godzilla vs. Kong (2021) ultimately reinvigorated the series, paving the way for the sequel, Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire. However, one constant complaint that has been levied against the series since 2014, with Gareth Edwards' Godzilla, is a lack of an engaging human narrative to pair with the intense kaiju fights. According to one actor in the upcoming film, that specific complaint will be addressed in Supernova.
In an interview with Ktvu in Oakland, Delroy Lindo, who recently made waves for his performance as Delta Slim in Ryan Coogler's Sinners, talked about his upcoming role in Godzilla X Kong: Supernova. As the actor would tell the news station, it was the production team's dedication to crafting an engaging human character...
In an interview with Ktvu in Oakland, Delroy Lindo, who recently made waves for his performance as Delta Slim in Ryan Coogler's Sinners, talked about his upcoming role in Godzilla X Kong: Supernova. As the actor would tell the news station, it was the production team's dedication to crafting an engaging human character...
- 6/25/2025
- by Ernesto Valenzuela
- MovieWeb
Godzilla X Kong: Supernova star Delroy Lindo provides some perspective on how the next entry in Legendary's Monsterverse could break new ground with its human cast. While very little is known about the plot of Godzilla X Kong: Supernova, the non-Titan cast list has been steadily growing for months now, and it's loaded with renowned stars like Lindo.
In an interview segment with Ktvu in Oakland, Lindo got into his experience on the set of the upcoming third team-up between Godzilla and Kong. He specifically noted his appreciation for the producers from Legendary and Warner Bros. for their vision for the movie:
I appreciated the fact that these producers are equally cognizant of the fact that the human element in these narratives needs to be as strong as possible. And from that standpoint, they worked with me to flesh out the character they wanted me to play...we worked to...
In an interview segment with Ktvu in Oakland, Lindo got into his experience on the set of the upcoming third team-up between Godzilla and Kong. He specifically noted his appreciation for the producers from Legendary and Warner Bros. for their vision for the movie:
I appreciated the fact that these producers are equally cognizant of the fact that the human element in these narratives needs to be as strong as possible. And from that standpoint, they worked with me to flesh out the character they wanted me to play...we worked to...
- 6/25/2025
- by Bill Dubiel
- ScreenRant
Horror film Kazimir won the big prize of Transilvania Pitch Stop, part of the Ro Days industry platform at the Transilvania International Film Festival.
The second feature by Moldovan-born Romanian actor-director Dorian Boguta won the Chainsaw Europe’s postproduction award, offering €25,000 in postproduction services
Lucia Chicoș’ debut feature project Horseshoe won the Tps development award of €5,000 in services from postproduction house Avanpost’s. It was pitched as a bittersweet portrait of a 40 year- old primary school teacher caught between generations, expectations and an unresolved childhood who becomes pregnant and is faced with a tough decision about becoming a mother herself.
The second feature by Moldovan-born Romanian actor-director Dorian Boguta won the Chainsaw Europe’s postproduction award, offering €25,000 in postproduction services
Lucia Chicoș’ debut feature project Horseshoe won the Tps development award of €5,000 in services from postproduction house Avanpost’s. It was pitched as a bittersweet portrait of a 40 year- old primary school teacher caught between generations, expectations and an unresolved childhood who becomes pregnant and is faced with a tough decision about becoming a mother herself.
- 6/23/2025
- ScreenDaily
Spoiler Alert !!!Spoilers ahead for the Elbaph Arc of One Piece!
The revelation that the power of immortality isn’t limited to Imu and the Five Elders, but also the Holy Knights, fans are worried about how the Straw Hats will win this fight. In the latest chapter of One Piece, Gunko regenerated her body like it hadn’t just been blown off. They might be the worst enemies they’ve faced.
However, like for any One Piece antagonist, there has to be a loophole or a weakness. Fans have observed that the Five Elders and the Holy Knights have one power mechanic in common: the Abyss.
They can travel vast distances in the blink of an eye, thanks to this magic circle, but what if that’s not the only power it grants them? Their immortality could be tied to the Abyss if it allows them to leave behind their physical bodies,...
The revelation that the power of immortality isn’t limited to Imu and the Five Elders, but also the Holy Knights, fans are worried about how the Straw Hats will win this fight. In the latest chapter of One Piece, Gunko regenerated her body like it hadn’t just been blown off. They might be the worst enemies they’ve faced.
However, like for any One Piece antagonist, there has to be a loophole or a weakness. Fans have observed that the Five Elders and the Holy Knights have one power mechanic in common: the Abyss.
They can travel vast distances in the blink of an eye, thanks to this magic circle, but what if that’s not the only power it grants them? Their immortality could be tied to the Abyss if it allows them to leave behind their physical bodies,...
- 4/24/2025
- by Bidisha Mitra
- FandomWire
The events of the Elbaph Arc in One Piece have taken a serious turn ever since the God’s Knights executed their plan of kidnapping the giant kids and forcing Elbaph to ally with the World Government. Theories are also flying about a potential traitor who is either supporting the God’s Knights’ plans or had a hand in the current situation of the giant nation.
While many characters in Elbaph perfectly fit the traitor description, the biggest one among them is Jarul, the former co-captain of the Giant Warrior Pirates. As of now, Jarul is the oldest giant in Elbaph, and he has had a history with the accursed prince Loki, who supposedly tried to kill him when he was battling his father for the legendary One Piece Devil Fruit.
There are a few hints that Eiichiro Oda has dropped about Jarul being the traitor, but the biggest one...
While many characters in Elbaph perfectly fit the traitor description, the biggest one among them is Jarul, the former co-captain of the Giant Warrior Pirates. As of now, Jarul is the oldest giant in Elbaph, and he has had a history with the accursed prince Loki, who supposedly tried to kill him when he was battling his father for the legendary One Piece Devil Fruit.
There are a few hints that Eiichiro Oda has dropped about Jarul being the traitor, but the biggest one...
- 4/24/2025
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
No one can disagree that One Piece has some of the strongest characters in anime history. Characters like Kaido can shake entire islands with their power, while legends like Whitebeard can shake the ocean. Among these powerful characters is Luffy, the inheritor of Joyboy’s will and the newest Emperor of the Sea.
Luffy’s Nika Fruit is unstoppable, and his power is unfathomable. One needs to be on the level of an Elder to match the strength of his Fifth Gear. Kyle Phillips, the English Va for Marco, however, seems to think that his character might be able to give Luffy a run for his money. Is this delusion? Or does he make a good point?
Kyle Phillips thinks Marco can give Luffy a tough time Marco prevents the Big Mom Pirates from entering Wano | Credits: Toei Animation
Marco the Phoenix is one of the most formidable fighters in One Piece.
Luffy’s Nika Fruit is unstoppable, and his power is unfathomable. One needs to be on the level of an Elder to match the strength of his Fifth Gear. Kyle Phillips, the English Va for Marco, however, seems to think that his character might be able to give Luffy a run for his money. Is this delusion? Or does he make a good point?
Kyle Phillips thinks Marco can give Luffy a tough time Marco prevents the Big Mom Pirates from entering Wano | Credits: Toei Animation
Marco the Phoenix is one of the most formidable fighters in One Piece.
- 4/24/2025
- by Vamsi Krishna
- FandomWire
Plot: An astronaut (Eiza Gonzalez) wakes up on a distant planet and discovers her entire crew has been killed. Suffering from amnesia, she soon meets a fellow astronaut (Aaron Paul) who says he was part of her team, but she’s unsure whether she can trust him.
Review: Space horror is a reliable sub-genre of the sci-fi universe. Alien is the king of the castle as far as it goes, but the vastness of space is always a good place to set a horror flick, and it’s a genre that I have a particular weakness for. Event Horizon is a favourite of mine, and I even like the not-great ones, like the campy Saturn 3 or The Black Hole. Ash owes a lot to the genre classics, with director Flying Lotus clearly having a deep bench of genre knowledge. However, his influences aren’t limited to film, with many...
Review: Space horror is a reliable sub-genre of the sci-fi universe. Alien is the king of the castle as far as it goes, but the vastness of space is always a good place to set a horror flick, and it’s a genre that I have a particular weakness for. Event Horizon is a favourite of mine, and I even like the not-great ones, like the campy Saturn 3 or The Black Hole. Ash owes a lot to the genre classics, with director Flying Lotus clearly having a deep bench of genre knowledge. However, his influences aren’t limited to film, with many...
- 3/21/2025
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: Mariana di Girolamo, Oscar nominee Tom Waits, Ailín Salas and Paola Giannini are boarding Martin McDonagh’s massive ensemble for Wild Horse Nine, opposite previously announced Sam Rockwell, John Malkovich, Parker Posey and Steve Buscemi.
The dark comedic drama, which we first told you about, reunites McDonagh with Searchlight Pictures, Blueprint Pictures, and Film4, following their recent collaboration on 9x Academy Award nominated The Banshees of Inisherin, with Graham Broadbent, Pete Czernin and Anita Overland producing.
Chilean film, theatre and television actress di Girolamo starred in Pablo Larraín’s critically acclaimed Ema opposite Gael García Bernal, which gained her international recognition, as well as Kill The Jockey which premiered in Official Competition at the Venice Film Festival. She previously appeared in television series such as La Jauría and El Reino.
Waits reteams with McDonagh and Rockwell following their collaboration on Seven Psychopaths. His previous film credits also include Licorice Pizza,...
The dark comedic drama, which we first told you about, reunites McDonagh with Searchlight Pictures, Blueprint Pictures, and Film4, following their recent collaboration on 9x Academy Award nominated The Banshees of Inisherin, with Graham Broadbent, Pete Czernin and Anita Overland producing.
Chilean film, theatre and television actress di Girolamo starred in Pablo Larraín’s critically acclaimed Ema opposite Gael García Bernal, which gained her international recognition, as well as Kill The Jockey which premiered in Official Competition at the Venice Film Festival. She previously appeared in television series such as La Jauría and El Reino.
Waits reteams with McDonagh and Rockwell following their collaboration on Seven Psychopaths. His previous film credits also include Licorice Pizza,...
- 3/18/2025
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Nova Twins have announced their third album, Parasites & Butterflies, out August 29th, and released the new single “Soprano.”
The UK duo of Amy Love and Georgia South called the new song “a celebration of the power of women, especially when we unite.”
“The industry often pits women against each other, and women’s voices are silenced worldwide,” they stated via a press release. “But we are still shouting from the rooftops! This song aims to empower, encourage connection, and promote friendship, spreading ‘boss energy’ and lifting each other up.”
The track melds nu-metal rap verses with a chorus and bridges that branch into synthy hyperpop and pop R&b, showcasing Nova Twins’ varied sonic palette and a deliberate contrast in styles — reflecting the theme of the album. It marks the second single from Parasites & Butterflies following the release of “Monsters” in January.
“Parasites & Butterflies is about the bridge between chaos and beauty,...
The UK duo of Amy Love and Georgia South called the new song “a celebration of the power of women, especially when we unite.”
“The industry often pits women against each other, and women’s voices are silenced worldwide,” they stated via a press release. “But we are still shouting from the rooftops! This song aims to empower, encourage connection, and promote friendship, spreading ‘boss energy’ and lifting each other up.”
The track melds nu-metal rap verses with a chorus and bridges that branch into synthy hyperpop and pop R&b, showcasing Nova Twins’ varied sonic palette and a deliberate contrast in styles — reflecting the theme of the album. It marks the second single from Parasites & Butterflies following the release of “Monsters” in January.
“Parasites & Butterflies is about the bridge between chaos and beauty,...
- 3/10/2025
- by Jon Hadusek
- Consequence - Music
Australian pop star Kylie Minogue is heading to North America for her world tour dates. Minogue’s 2025 concerts began on February 15 at the Rac Arena in her homeland, Australia. She will continue to make stops in Japan and Thailand (among others) until the international leg concludes in the Philippines on March 17. >Get Deals On Kylie Minogue Concert Tickets Now!
The North American leg of the tour, set to kick off on March 29 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, will see Minogue make stops in cities across the continent, with shows in Chicago, Washington D.C., Orlando, Vancouver, New York and more. The tour is fixed to conclude in Los Angeles on May 2 at Crypto.com Arena.
The 13-track album Tension II, a follow-up to the September 2023 album, Tension, features collaborations with many impressive artists, such as Tove Lo, Sia, Diplo, Orville Peck, The Blessed Madonna and Bebe Rexha.
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The North American leg of the tour, set to kick off on March 29 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, will see Minogue make stops in cities across the continent, with shows in Chicago, Washington D.C., Orlando, Vancouver, New York and more. The tour is fixed to conclude in Los Angeles on May 2 at Crypto.com Arena.
The 13-track album Tension II, a follow-up to the September 2023 album, Tension, features collaborations with many impressive artists, such as Tove Lo, Sia, Diplo, Orville Peck, The Blessed Madonna and Bebe Rexha.
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- 3/10/2025
- by UInterview
- Uinterview
Receiving 4.5 out of 5 from our reviewer Erica Vilkus Cara set Pigeon Shine FrightFest on fire last year at its sold out performance. Directed by Hayden Hewitt this gore-filled psychological horror is now avalible for everyone to enjoy so we caught up with the man behind the amazing movie.
Starring Elle O’Hara as the eponymous Cara – a young woman whose world is spiralling out of control. Haunted by her traumatic past, she lives with a mentally unstable roommate and struggles with a failed career as an online sex worker. Her father is unable to communicate, while her well-meaning mother offers little support. But above all, Cara is consumed by a terrifying belief that there’s a conspiracy to send her back to the harrowing institution.
With James Dreyfus, Laurence R. Harvey Michaela Longden, Julie Hannan and Johnny Vivash this jaw-dropping feature debut by writer-director Hewitt demands to be seen.
Below Hayden...
Starring Elle O’Hara as the eponymous Cara – a young woman whose world is spiralling out of control. Haunted by her traumatic past, she lives with a mentally unstable roommate and struggles with a failed career as an online sex worker. Her father is unable to communicate, while her well-meaning mother offers little support. But above all, Cara is consumed by a terrifying belief that there’s a conspiracy to send her back to the harrowing institution.
With James Dreyfus, Laurence R. Harvey Michaela Longden, Julie Hannan and Johnny Vivash this jaw-dropping feature debut by writer-director Hewitt demands to be seen.
Below Hayden...
- 2/19/2025
- by Alex Humphrey
- Love Horror
Kylie Minogue is kicking off her tour!
The “Love at First Sight” icon began her highly anticipated Tension Tour on Saturday (February 15) at the Rac Arena in Perth, Australia.
The tour will travel across Australia, Asia, North America, Europe, England, and South America over the bulk of 2025, and marks her first time touring in many cities worldwide.
Keep reading to find out more…
The show features a combination of hits from Kylie‘s catalog, as well as deeper selections from her latest studio albums Disco and Tension, and some of her latest collaborations.
To buy official tickets, click here.
Can’t find seats at the date you’re looking for? Try resale sites, including Stubhub.com and Vividseats.com.
2025 Tension Tour Set List
Lights, Camera, Action
Get Outta My Way
What Do I Have To Do?
Come Into My World (Abbey Road Version)
Good As Gone
Spinning Around
On a...
The “Love at First Sight” icon began her highly anticipated Tension Tour on Saturday (February 15) at the Rac Arena in Perth, Australia.
The tour will travel across Australia, Asia, North America, Europe, England, and South America over the bulk of 2025, and marks her first time touring in many cities worldwide.
Keep reading to find out more…
The show features a combination of hits from Kylie‘s catalog, as well as deeper selections from her latest studio albums Disco and Tension, and some of her latest collaborations.
To buy official tickets, click here.
Can’t find seats at the date you’re looking for? Try resale sites, including Stubhub.com and Vividseats.com.
2025 Tension Tour Set List
Lights, Camera, Action
Get Outta My Way
What Do I Have To Do?
Come Into My World (Abbey Road Version)
Good As Gone
Spinning Around
On a...
- 2/16/2025
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Lisa’s Enchanting Belle Look! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Lisa is making her acting debut with The White Lotus season 3, and at the premiere, she exuded gorgeousness in a yellow gown. We are here to decode her look. Read on!
The popular South Korean pop star and rapper Lisa is marking her debut in an American series called The White Lotus Season 3. Lalisa, a.k.a. Lisa, started her career as a singer with the K-pop girl band Blackpink, which consists of Jennie, Jisoo, and Rose. She has won many hearts as a performer and a K-pop idol; now, it’s time for her to shine as an actress.
Two of the Blackpink members – Jisoo and Jennie- have already showcased their talent in the acting industry. While Jisoo has done two K-dramas and is also in talks for a few upcoming projects, Jennie was seen in the movie The Idol featuring Lily Rose-Depp and The Weeknd.
Lisa is making her acting debut with The White Lotus season 3, and at the premiere, she exuded gorgeousness in a yellow gown. We are here to decode her look. Read on!
The popular South Korean pop star and rapper Lisa is marking her debut in an American series called The White Lotus Season 3. Lalisa, a.k.a. Lisa, started her career as a singer with the K-pop girl band Blackpink, which consists of Jennie, Jisoo, and Rose. She has won many hearts as a performer and a K-pop idol; now, it’s time for her to shine as an actress.
Two of the Blackpink members – Jisoo and Jennie- have already showcased their talent in the acting industry. While Jisoo has done two K-dramas and is also in talks for a few upcoming projects, Jennie was seen in the movie The Idol featuring Lily Rose-Depp and The Weeknd.
- 2/13/2025
- by Ankita Mukherjee
- KoiMoi
aespa is delivering all their aenergy!
The 4-piece K-pop girl group performed their 2024-25 aespa Live Tour – Synk : Parallel Line on Tuesday (February 11) at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.
Together, the troupe delivered countless hits from their catalog throughout the night, including “Drama,” “Black Mamba,” “Whiplash,” “Next Level” and “Armaggedon,” as well as a solo section where Giselle, Karina, Ningning and Winter shined on their own.
The group will next perform on February 15 in Chicago. Click here for all tour dates and ticket info! Can’t find seats for the city you want? Try resale sites like Stubhub.com or Vividseats.com.
Check out photos and the setlist from the night inside…
Keep reading to find out more…
Aespa Setlist:
Drama
Black Mamba
Salty & Sweet
Supernova
Mine
Die Trying
Flights, Not Feelings
Better Things
Dopamine (Giselle Solo)
Up (Karina Solo)
Bored! (Ningning Solo)
Spark (Winter Solo)
Spicy...
The 4-piece K-pop girl group performed their 2024-25 aespa Live Tour – Synk : Parallel Line on Tuesday (February 11) at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.
Together, the troupe delivered countless hits from their catalog throughout the night, including “Drama,” “Black Mamba,” “Whiplash,” “Next Level” and “Armaggedon,” as well as a solo section where Giselle, Karina, Ningning and Winter shined on their own.
The group will next perform on February 15 in Chicago. Click here for all tour dates and ticket info! Can’t find seats for the city you want? Try resale sites like Stubhub.com or Vividseats.com.
Check out photos and the setlist from the night inside…
Keep reading to find out more…
Aespa Setlist:
Drama
Black Mamba
Salty & Sweet
Supernova
Mine
Die Trying
Flights, Not Feelings
Better Things
Dopamine (Giselle Solo)
Up (Karina Solo)
Bored! (Ningning Solo)
Spark (Winter Solo)
Spicy...
- 2/12/2025
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Bigbang’s G-Dragon announces dates for 2025 world tour Übermensch ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Bigbang’s G-Dragon has recently resumed his full-fledged activities, focusing on further solidifying his legendary career. Following his solo comeback back in October 2024, his fans have been eagerly waiting for a full-length album, which is now confirmed to arrive on February 25. Following the release, the K-pop icon is set to embark on his first-ever solo world tour in almost 8 years.
Back on February 6, G-Dragon generated a lot of buzz with the announcement of Übermensch, his upcoming world tour. The first post was dropped on that day, raising excitement for dates and other details.
Bigbang’s G-Dragon Unveils Dates for Upcoming World Tour
On February 12, through his social media accounts, the Bigbang member announced that he would kick off the tour with concerts in South Korea on March 29 and 30. He will perform at the Goyang Stadium, and Coupang Play...
Bigbang’s G-Dragon has recently resumed his full-fledged activities, focusing on further solidifying his legendary career. Following his solo comeback back in October 2024, his fans have been eagerly waiting for a full-length album, which is now confirmed to arrive on February 25. Following the release, the K-pop icon is set to embark on his first-ever solo world tour in almost 8 years.
Back on February 6, G-Dragon generated a lot of buzz with the announcement of Übermensch, his upcoming world tour. The first post was dropped on that day, raising excitement for dates and other details.
Bigbang’s G-Dragon Unveils Dates for Upcoming World Tour
On February 12, through his social media accounts, the Bigbang member announced that he would kick off the tour with concerts in South Korea on March 29 and 30. He will perform at the Goyang Stadium, and Coupang Play...
- 2/12/2025
- by Moupriya Banerjee
- KoiMoi
Iu Zeze Controversy Explained! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
In one of Iu’s songs, she was accused of s*xualising a five-year-old protagonist. It had created a lot of buzz all around. Read on to know what had happened.
Almost over 40 years ago, a Brazilian novel was first published, which became a highly sought-after read after the South Korean pop star Iu was allegedly accused of using the five-year-old protagonist in one of her songs and over-s*xualising it. José Mauro de Vasconcelos first published the book My Sweet Orange Tree in Portuguese in 1968 and in English in 1970. The story is set in Rio de Janeiro and follows the life of a boy named Zeze. As he gets into mischief, he gets mistreated by people.
Although the book has stopped being printed, it became one of the most searched titles after controversy sparked over the pop star’s song Zeze, which...
In one of Iu’s songs, she was accused of s*xualising a five-year-old protagonist. It had created a lot of buzz all around. Read on to know what had happened.
Almost over 40 years ago, a Brazilian novel was first published, which became a highly sought-after read after the South Korean pop star Iu was allegedly accused of using the five-year-old protagonist in one of her songs and over-s*xualising it. José Mauro de Vasconcelos first published the book My Sweet Orange Tree in Portuguese in 1968 and in English in 1970. The story is set in Rio de Janeiro and follows the life of a boy named Zeze. As he gets into mischief, he gets mistreated by people.
Although the book has stopped being printed, it became one of the most searched titles after controversy sparked over the pop star’s song Zeze, which...
- 2/12/2025
- by Ankita Mukherjee
- KoiMoi
T.O.P Denies Bigbang Reunion ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
After people slammed singer-cum-actor T.O.P for rejoining his group Bigbang, he addressed the speculations and denied all the rumors. Read ahead.
Recently, many news reports claimed that Squid Game 2 actor T.O.P. (Choi Seung-Hyun) might rejoin his band Bigbang. The reports further stated that Bigbang has added T.O.P. ’s name and photo to their official YouTube channel. When people noticed that on his Instagram account, he put his stage name (T.O.P.) in front of his name, it fueled the speculations even more.
Netizens started to lash out at the actor for doing such a thing, while some claimed these were false rumors and that his name has always been on Bigbang’s official channel. A few even mentioned that he had no intention to rejoin the group. In his interview for Netflix’s Squid Game, the...
After people slammed singer-cum-actor T.O.P for rejoining his group Bigbang, he addressed the speculations and denied all the rumors. Read ahead.
Recently, many news reports claimed that Squid Game 2 actor T.O.P. (Choi Seung-Hyun) might rejoin his band Bigbang. The reports further stated that Bigbang has added T.O.P. ’s name and photo to their official YouTube channel. When people noticed that on his Instagram account, he put his stage name (T.O.P.) in front of his name, it fueled the speculations even more.
Netizens started to lash out at the actor for doing such a thing, while some claimed these were false rumors and that his name has always been on Bigbang’s official channel. A few even mentioned that he had no intention to rejoin the group. In his interview for Netflix’s Squid Game, the...
- 2/12/2025
- by Ankita Mukherjee
- KoiMoi
Son Ye Jin Aiming for Mask Girl Director’s Next Project (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Son Ye Jin, globally recognized for her role in Crash Landing on You, is now gearing up for her next big project. As per the latest update, she has been offered an exciting lead role in a new thriller drama that will be helmed by the director of Mask Girl. Jo Yu Ri, best known for her Squid Game 2 role is reportedly in talks for this drama as well.
According to Korean media outlet Xports News, Son Ye Jin has received an offer to star in Variety (literal title). The drama’s production company Cj Enm confirmed, “We did offer the role to Son Ye Jin, but as the project is still in its early stages, nothing has been finalized yet.” The production added that details about the broadcasting plans and casting are yet to be determined.
Son Ye Jin, globally recognized for her role in Crash Landing on You, is now gearing up for her next big project. As per the latest update, she has been offered an exciting lead role in a new thriller drama that will be helmed by the director of Mask Girl. Jo Yu Ri, best known for her Squid Game 2 role is reportedly in talks for this drama as well.
According to Korean media outlet Xports News, Son Ye Jin has received an offer to star in Variety (literal title). The drama’s production company Cj Enm confirmed, “We did offer the role to Son Ye Jin, but as the project is still in its early stages, nothing has been finalized yet.” The production added that details about the broadcasting plans and casting are yet to be determined.
- 2/11/2025
- by Moupriya Banerjee
- KoiMoi
Which Korean celebrities will be discharged from the military in 2025? (Photo Credit – Instagram)
As we all know, South Korea’s military service is mandatory for every male citizen between the age group of 18 to 35 for 18 to 21 months, and it doesn’t spare the celebrities. Women can volunteer as well, but it is not required. We have often seen our favorite male celebs go Mia from the public front to serve their military services. From Gong Yoo to Hyun Bin, popular South Korean actors have also taken part in the military service.
Currently, many other celebs are also serving their military phase, and 2025 will see a bunch of people getting discharged after finishing their service. They are all set to return to their showbiz world soon. Before that happens, we have listed below the major names who are returning for K-pop and K-drama fans.
Monsta X’s Kihyun and Hyungwon
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As we all know, South Korea’s military service is mandatory for every male citizen between the age group of 18 to 35 for 18 to 21 months, and it doesn’t spare the celebrities. Women can volunteer as well, but it is not required. We have often seen our favorite male celebs go Mia from the public front to serve their military services. From Gong Yoo to Hyun Bin, popular South Korean actors have also taken part in the military service.
Currently, many other celebs are also serving their military phase, and 2025 will see a bunch of people getting discharged after finishing their service. They are all set to return to their showbiz world soon. Before that happens, we have listed below the major names who are returning for K-pop and K-drama fans.
Monsta X’s Kihyun and Hyungwon
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- 2/11/2025
- by Ankita Mukherjee
- KoiMoi
Jun Ji-Hyun Tax Investigation (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Jun Ji-Hyun was allegedly accused of a fine after the National Tax Service’s two-year-old tax investigation. Now, her agency has finally clarified why the actress paid the money.
South Korean actress Jun Ji-Hyun, popularly known for her projects like The Legend of the Blue Sea and My Love from North Star, was once accused of paying a tax fine after a two-year-old report surfaced everywhere. It suggested that the actress spent a lot of money following an intensive tax investigation by the National Tax Service, which created quite a frenzy online.
Now, her agency, Ieum Hashtag, has stepped forward to clarify all the doubts and speculations about the actress’ acceptable payment and explain why she had to pay what she had to pay. They issued an official statement urging everyone to stop spreading false allegations against the actress.
Trending Song Hye-Kyo & Gong Yoo...
Jun Ji-Hyun was allegedly accused of a fine after the National Tax Service’s two-year-old tax investigation. Now, her agency has finally clarified why the actress paid the money.
South Korean actress Jun Ji-Hyun, popularly known for her projects like The Legend of the Blue Sea and My Love from North Star, was once accused of paying a tax fine after a two-year-old report surfaced everywhere. It suggested that the actress spent a lot of money following an intensive tax investigation by the National Tax Service, which created quite a frenzy online.
Now, her agency, Ieum Hashtag, has stepped forward to clarify all the doubts and speculations about the actress’ acceptable payment and explain why she had to pay what she had to pay. They issued an official statement urging everyone to stop spreading false allegations against the actress.
Trending Song Hye-Kyo & Gong Yoo...
- 2/11/2025
- by Ankita Mukherjee
- KoiMoi
Park Bo-Young, Kim Hee-Won (Photo Credit – Instagram/YouTube)
In a recent interview, Park Bo-Young talked about her dating rumors with actor-director Kim Hee-Won.
Popular South Korean actress Park Bo-Young allegedly got involved in a dating rumor with actor-director Kim Hee-Won five years ago. The7is had affected not only their friendship but all their extended working profile. In 2020, an online Korean community spotted them together enjoying some time at a cafe, which fueled the dating speculations more.
The situation worsened, so the cafe owner had to step up to clarify the rumors. In an interview with a media outlet, the owner accepted his mistake and explained that he circulated the CCTV image to show off a little and shared those pictures without the celebs’ consent. He had further expressed his guilt and regret. In a recent conversation on ‘Fairy Jaehyung’s YouTube channel, Bo-Young talked about it after firmly denying those speculations back then.
In a recent interview, Park Bo-Young talked about her dating rumors with actor-director Kim Hee-Won.
Popular South Korean actress Park Bo-Young allegedly got involved in a dating rumor with actor-director Kim Hee-Won five years ago. The7is had affected not only their friendship but all their extended working profile. In 2020, an online Korean community spotted them together enjoying some time at a cafe, which fueled the dating speculations more.
The situation worsened, so the cafe owner had to step up to clarify the rumors. In an interview with a media outlet, the owner accepted his mistake and explained that he circulated the CCTV image to show off a little and shared those pictures without the celebs’ consent. He had further expressed his guilt and regret. In a recent conversation on ‘Fairy Jaehyung’s YouTube channel, Bo-Young talked about it after firmly denying those speculations back then.
- 2/11/2025
- by Ankita Mukherjee
- KoiMoi
Lisa’s Historic Spotify Debut! (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Blackpink’s Lisa is making waves online with her new song ‘Born Again,’ Now she has become the ‘biggest debut’ on Global Spotify 2025, surpassing The Weeknd’s ‘Cry For Me.’
Lisa has made a name for herself outside her identity as a Blackpink member in the global music industry. The Thai rapper, singer, and songwriter has been garnering appreciation for her new song, ‘Born Again,’ featuring Doja Cat and Raye. Her music has been officially credited with over 6.26 million streams on its Spotify debut, and the songstress received praise from professional critics. Her fans are over the moon.
While Jennie and Jisoo, the two Blackpink members, have already marked their presence in the acting industry, another has joined their bandwagon. Lalisa is making her acting debut with HBO’s The White Lotus season 3, and already it has been buzzing everywhere. Not only...
Blackpink’s Lisa is making waves online with her new song ‘Born Again,’ Now she has become the ‘biggest debut’ on Global Spotify 2025, surpassing The Weeknd’s ‘Cry For Me.’
Lisa has made a name for herself outside her identity as a Blackpink member in the global music industry. The Thai rapper, singer, and songwriter has been garnering appreciation for her new song, ‘Born Again,’ featuring Doja Cat and Raye. Her music has been officially credited with over 6.26 million streams on its Spotify debut, and the songstress received praise from professional critics. Her fans are over the moon.
While Jennie and Jisoo, the two Blackpink members, have already marked their presence in the acting industry, another has joined their bandwagon. Lalisa is making her acting debut with HBO’s The White Lotus season 3, and already it has been buzzing everywhere. Not only...
- 2/11/2025
- by Ankita Mukherjee
- KoiMoi
Iu’s Best K-Dramas (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Iu is gearing up for her upcoming drama, ‘When Life Gives You Tangerines’ But before its release, watch these 4 K-dramas to know her worth as an actress. Read further.
Lee Ji-Eun, known by her stage name Iu, is a singer-songwriter and actress. In 2007, she signed with Loen Entertainment and debuted as a singer with the EP Lost and Found at the age of fifteen. After that, she continued to explore more areas in the entertainment industry. As a musician, she started writing songs and starring in her music videos. She also tried acting and won millions of hearts.
She has a unique presence and charm on-screen. The singer can easily hold one’s attention for a long time with her performance, and time and again, she has proved her versatility. After a long break from the small screens, she is all set for...
Iu is gearing up for her upcoming drama, ‘When Life Gives You Tangerines’ But before its release, watch these 4 K-dramas to know her worth as an actress. Read further.
Lee Ji-Eun, known by her stage name Iu, is a singer-songwriter and actress. In 2007, she signed with Loen Entertainment and debuted as a singer with the EP Lost and Found at the age of fifteen. After that, she continued to explore more areas in the entertainment industry. As a musician, she started writing songs and starring in her music videos. She also tried acting and won millions of hearts.
She has a unique presence and charm on-screen. The singer can easily hold one’s attention for a long time with her performance, and time and again, she has proved her versatility. After a long break from the small screens, she is all set for...
- 2/11/2025
- by Ankita Mukherjee
- KoiMoi
Song Hye-Kyo & Gong Yoo join forces for upcoming K-Drama ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Show Business (working title which was previously named as Slowly but Intensely) is an upcoming new K-drama. It created quite a buzz when the two big Korean stars – Gong Yoo and Song Hye-Kyo joined the project as the lead cast, and fans went gaga thinking about how their on-screen chemistry will pan out. Now, the main star cast has been confirmed apart from them and has been reported. This drama will definitely generate a massive anticipation from the audience.
Written by Noh Hee-Kyung, popularly known for his works such as ‘It’s Okay, That’s Love’, ‘That Winter, The Wind Blows’, ‘Our Blues’, and more. The storyline of the upcoming project, ‘Show Business’ is set in the 1960s and 1980s, and the plot tells a realistic story of the people from entertainment industry, revolving around the people’s...
Show Business (working title which was previously named as Slowly but Intensely) is an upcoming new K-drama. It created quite a buzz when the two big Korean stars – Gong Yoo and Song Hye-Kyo joined the project as the lead cast, and fans went gaga thinking about how their on-screen chemistry will pan out. Now, the main star cast has been confirmed apart from them and has been reported. This drama will definitely generate a massive anticipation from the audience.
Written by Noh Hee-Kyung, popularly known for his works such as ‘It’s Okay, That’s Love’, ‘That Winter, The Wind Blows’, ‘Our Blues’, and more. The storyline of the upcoming project, ‘Show Business’ is set in the 1960s and 1980s, and the plot tells a realistic story of the people from entertainment industry, revolving around the people’s...
- 2/10/2025
- by Ankita Mukherjee
- KoiMoi
Stray Kids Reaches YouTube Landmark With God’s Menu ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Stray Kids continues to solidify their global stardom. Known for their energetic stage presence and power-injecting songs, the group once again proved why they are helmed as the “4th generation K-pop leaders.” Their chart-topping song God’s Menu has amassed a whopping 500 million views on YouTube.
Stray Kids’ Music Video For God’s Menu Earns 500 Million Views
According to the latest update, on February 9, around 9 Pm Kst, the music video for God’s Menu exceeded the 500 million milestone. Currently, it has accumulated 500,177,030 views on the platform.
Released on June 17, 2020, the song took a little over four years and seven months to reach this remarkable landmark. God’s Menu is also Stray Kids’ first-ever music video to amass 500 million views.
Trending Blackpink’s Jisoo Faces Criticism Over Zombie Drama Newtopia Performance: “Acting Is Really Not It”
Are Iu & Lee Jong-Suk Heading For A Break-Up?...
Stray Kids continues to solidify their global stardom. Known for their energetic stage presence and power-injecting songs, the group once again proved why they are helmed as the “4th generation K-pop leaders.” Their chart-topping song God’s Menu has amassed a whopping 500 million views on YouTube.
Stray Kids’ Music Video For God’s Menu Earns 500 Million Views
According to the latest update, on February 9, around 9 Pm Kst, the music video for God’s Menu exceeded the 500 million milestone. Currently, it has accumulated 500,177,030 views on the platform.
Released on June 17, 2020, the song took a little over four years and seven months to reach this remarkable landmark. God’s Menu is also Stray Kids’ first-ever music video to amass 500 million views.
Trending Blackpink’s Jisoo Faces Criticism Over Zombie Drama Newtopia Performance: “Acting Is Really Not It”
Are Iu & Lee Jong-Suk Heading For A Break-Up?...
- 2/10/2025
- by Moupriya Banerjee
- KoiMoi
Beg For My Juice
Trace and I have had another wild month on Horror Queers. We kicked off 2025 with a look at Sophia Takal’s examination of toxic friendships in Into the Dark: “New Year, New You” (listen), then crossed off Quentin Tarantino’s half of the Grindhouse double feature with a discussion of Death Proof (listen). After tackling George Waggner’s 1941 classic The Wolf Man (listen) to tie in to Leigh Whannell’s new film, we’re sucking the juice out of our very first Frank Henenlotter film with 1988’s Brain Damage.
In the film, Brian (Rick Hearst) discovers a parasite named Aylmer (voiced by John Zacherle) has attached itself to his brain stem. Brian becomes addicted to the psychedelic euphoria Aylmer’s blue “juice” gives him, but in return, the slug demands to be fed human victims.
As his (ex) girlfriend Barbara (Jennifer Lowry) and brother Mike (Gordon MacDonald...
Trace and I have had another wild month on Horror Queers. We kicked off 2025 with a look at Sophia Takal’s examination of toxic friendships in Into the Dark: “New Year, New You” (listen), then crossed off Quentin Tarantino’s half of the Grindhouse double feature with a discussion of Death Proof (listen). After tackling George Waggner’s 1941 classic The Wolf Man (listen) to tie in to Leigh Whannell’s new film, we’re sucking the juice out of our very first Frank Henenlotter film with 1988’s Brain Damage.
In the film, Brian (Rick Hearst) discovers a parasite named Aylmer (voiced by John Zacherle) has attached itself to his brain stem. Brian becomes addicted to the psychedelic euphoria Aylmer’s blue “juice” gives him, but in return, the slug demands to be fed human victims.
As his (ex) girlfriend Barbara (Jennifer Lowry) and brother Mike (Gordon MacDonald...
- 1/27/2025
- by Joe Lipsett
- bloody-disgusting.com
Nova Twins — the dynamic UK duo comprised of Amy Love and Georgia South — have returned with an anthemic new single titled “Monsters.”
As of now, “Monsters” is a stand-alone single, with a press release touting the song as the start of a “bold new chapter” for the band. The duo earned high praise for their 2022 album, Supernova, including here at Consequence, where they were named our 2022 Rookie of the Year.
“’Monsters’ is about awakening to and understanding your mental health,” stated Nova Twins. “Growing up, we often look outward, absorbing what life throws at us. Over time, the good and bad experiences start to settle. Before learning to navigate these feelings, you may face self-loathing, anxiety and a fear of who you’ve become.”
The band continued, “Confronting these emotions, breathing through them, and opening up to someone can help. Many people struggle with mental health, and this song aims...
As of now, “Monsters” is a stand-alone single, with a press release touting the song as the start of a “bold new chapter” for the band. The duo earned high praise for their 2022 album, Supernova, including here at Consequence, where they were named our 2022 Rookie of the Year.
“’Monsters’ is about awakening to and understanding your mental health,” stated Nova Twins. “Growing up, we often look outward, absorbing what life throws at us. Over time, the good and bad experiences start to settle. Before learning to navigate these feelings, you may face self-loathing, anxiety and a fear of who you’ve become.”
The band continued, “Confronting these emotions, breathing through them, and opening up to someone can help. Many people struggle with mental health, and this song aims...
- 1/21/2025
- by Spencer Kaufman
- Consequence - Music
Fog fetish.
After concluding 2024 with a look at toxic friendships in Into the Dark: “New Year, New You” (listen) and kicking off 2025 by concluding the Grindhouse double feature that we started last summer with a look at Quentin Tarantino’s Death Proof (listen) we’re heading back to the world of Universal Monsters in George Waggner‘s 1941 classic The Wolf Man.
In The Wolf Man, Larry Talbot (Lon Chaney Jr.) returns to Wales to reconcile with his father (Claude Rains) after his brother’s death. While there, he puts the moves on Gwen (Evelyn Ankers), the shopkeeper of a nearby antique shop. The night after he purchases a silver walking cane from Gwen, Larry is attacked and bitten by a vicious wolf, which he then kills. Larry eventually learns that the wolf he killed was, in fact, a man (Bela Lugosi), and that Larry has now inherited a curse...
After concluding 2024 with a look at toxic friendships in Into the Dark: “New Year, New You” (listen) and kicking off 2025 by concluding the Grindhouse double feature that we started last summer with a look at Quentin Tarantino’s Death Proof (listen) we’re heading back to the world of Universal Monsters in George Waggner‘s 1941 classic The Wolf Man.
In The Wolf Man, Larry Talbot (Lon Chaney Jr.) returns to Wales to reconcile with his father (Claude Rains) after his brother’s death. While there, he puts the moves on Gwen (Evelyn Ankers), the shopkeeper of a nearby antique shop. The night after he purchases a silver walking cane from Gwen, Larry is attacked and bitten by a vicious wolf, which he then kills. Larry eventually learns that the wolf he killed was, in fact, a man (Bela Lugosi), and that Larry has now inherited a curse...
- 1/21/2025
- by Trace Thurman
- bloody-disgusting.com
Star Trek never showed the full aftermath of one of the franchise's greatest tragedies that profoundly affected Ambassador Spock (Leonard Nimoy) and Admiral Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart). Although there have been several major disasters throughout Star Trek's vast timeline, few cataclysmic events were as devastating as the Romulan supernova that took place in 2387. Starfleet mounted a massive rescue effort upon learning of the supernova, but the rescue armada was mostly destroyed when rogue synths attacked the Utopia Planitia shipyards on Mars. Starfleet then called off the rescue effort and went on the defensive.
Introduced in Star Trek: The Original Series, the Romulans have long been enemies of the United Federation of Planets, and the devastating Romulan supernova altered the balance of power in Star Trek's galaxy. A disaster like this should have affected everyone in the Beta Quadrant, the Federation, and neighboring star systems, but the Romulan supernova...
Introduced in Star Trek: The Original Series, the Romulans have long been enemies of the United Federation of Planets, and the devastating Romulan supernova altered the balance of power in Star Trek's galaxy. A disaster like this should have affected everyone in the Beta Quadrant, the Federation, and neighboring star systems, but the Romulan supernova...
- 1/17/2025
- by Rachel Hulshult
- ScreenRant
Butterfly Blues.
After closing out December with a look at Damien Leone’s Terrifier 3 (listen) and Sophia Takal’s Into the Dark entry “New Year, New You” (listen), we’re kicking off 2025 with a bang by concluding the Grindhouse double feature that we started last summer with Planet Terror (listen) and finally making our way to Quentin Tarantino‘s Death Proof (2007)!
In Death Proof, two separate groups of women are stalked by a vicious serial killer named Stuntman Mike (Kurt Russell), who uses his “death proof” car to execute his murderous plans.
Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get a new episode every Wednesday. You can subscribe on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, iHeartRadio, SoundCloud, TuneIn, Amazon Music, and RSS.
Episode 316: Death Proof (2007)
Grab your belts and hop on the roof of that car because we’re discussing our very first Quentin Tarantino film in 2007’s pseudo-slasher/exploitation film Death Proof.
After closing out December with a look at Damien Leone’s Terrifier 3 (listen) and Sophia Takal’s Into the Dark entry “New Year, New You” (listen), we’re kicking off 2025 with a bang by concluding the Grindhouse double feature that we started last summer with Planet Terror (listen) and finally making our way to Quentin Tarantino‘s Death Proof (2007)!
In Death Proof, two separate groups of women are stalked by a vicious serial killer named Stuntman Mike (Kurt Russell), who uses his “death proof” car to execute his murderous plans.
Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get a new episode every Wednesday. You can subscribe on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, iHeartRadio, SoundCloud, TuneIn, Amazon Music, and RSS.
Episode 316: Death Proof (2007)
Grab your belts and hop on the roof of that car because we’re discussing our very first Quentin Tarantino film in 2007’s pseudo-slasher/exploitation film Death Proof.
- 1/14/2025
- by Trace Thurman
- bloody-disgusting.com
Stanley Tucci is falling on Marvel’s shield amid the cinephile discord.
The actor told Variety that his small role in 2011 tentpole Marvel film “Captain America: The First Avenger” was one of his most beloved experiences.
“You also have the fun big movies that you do,” Tucci said of balancing indies with blockbusters. “I loved ‘Captain America: The First Avenger,’ it was one of the greatest roles and jobs I’ve ever had. I was there for three weeks and had a wonderful time, and I also loved playing that character.”
However, Tucci quipped that he was originally “insulted” by his casting as a much older character.
“I was cast as a 70-year-old man at the age of 50, so that was disturbing,” he said, “but that’s all right; I was flattered and insulted at the same time … You have to mix it up, as they say.”
Tucci also reflected on his smaller films,...
The actor told Variety that his small role in 2011 tentpole Marvel film “Captain America: The First Avenger” was one of his most beloved experiences.
“You also have the fun big movies that you do,” Tucci said of balancing indies with blockbusters. “I loved ‘Captain America: The First Avenger,’ it was one of the greatest roles and jobs I’ve ever had. I was there for three weeks and had a wonderful time, and I also loved playing that character.”
However, Tucci quipped that he was originally “insulted” by his casting as a much older character.
“I was cast as a 70-year-old man at the age of 50, so that was disturbing,” he said, “but that’s all right; I was flattered and insulted at the same time … You have to mix it up, as they say.”
Tucci also reflected on his smaller films,...
- 1/14/2025
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Stanley Tucci has described 'Captain America: The First Avenger' as one of the greatest parts of his career.The 64-year-old actor played scientist Abraham Erskine in the 2011 Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) picture and considers it to be one of his most memorable roles.Stanley told Variety: "I loved 'Captain America: The First Avenger', it was one of the greatest roles and jobs I've ever had."I was there for three weeks and had a wonderful time, and I also loved playing that character. I was cast as a 70-year-old man at the age of 50, so that was disturbing, but that's all right; I was flattered and insulted at the same time... You have to mix it up, as they say."Tucci's latest role is alongside Ralph Fiennes and John Lithgow in the political thriller 'Conclave' and he has been surprised by the broad appeal...
- 1/14/2025
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
Veteran actor Stanley Tucci is enjoying more success with his latest role in the acclaimed movie Conclave. However, Marvel Cinematic Universe fans may still remember him fondly from his role in Captain America: The First Avenger in 2011.
Per Variety, Tucci took a moment to reflect on his time spent playing Abraham Erskine in the first Captain America movie. He first commented on appearing Harry Macqueen's indie movie Supernova, noting how he felt "sad" for the director after the "extraordinary" film didn't get the awards recognition it deserved. Getting overlooked is something that often happens with more independent films, though Tucci also knows what it's like to feature in big-budget blockbusters in the vein of the McU's superhero movies. While Tucci still feels that his MCU role is one of the best jobs he's ever had, he also admits it was "disturbing" to be cast as a character 20 years older than his real age.
Per Variety, Tucci took a moment to reflect on his time spent playing Abraham Erskine in the first Captain America movie. He first commented on appearing Harry Macqueen's indie movie Supernova, noting how he felt "sad" for the director after the "extraordinary" film didn't get the awards recognition it deserved. Getting overlooked is something that often happens with more independent films, though Tucci also knows what it's like to feature in big-budget blockbusters in the vein of the McU's superhero movies. While Tucci still feels that his MCU role is one of the best jobs he's ever had, he also admits it was "disturbing" to be cast as a character 20 years older than his real age.
- 1/14/2025
- by Jeremy Dick
- CBR
It’s been 15 years since Stanley Tucci picked up his first Oscar nomination for “The Lovely Bones”; now, the character actor is back in the awards conversation, with his remarkable turn as a liberal cardinal being eyed to become the new pope in the Edward Berger’s “Conclave.”
Distributed by Focus Features, the film tells a fictionalized story about the pope selection process as secrets and alliances are exposed within the Catholic Church, reuniting Tucci with veteran actors Ralph Fiennes and Isabella Rossellini.
But it marks his first time working with Berger, who helmed the German-language war film “All Quiet on the Western Front,” which netted four Oscars. Tucci describes Berger as a “very straightforward” director, who “has very specific ideas about what to do” without being dogmatic.
Variety had the opportunity to chat with Tucci about the multigenerational appeal of his old school thriller, how he bounces back and...
Distributed by Focus Features, the film tells a fictionalized story about the pope selection process as secrets and alliances are exposed within the Catholic Church, reuniting Tucci with veteran actors Ralph Fiennes and Isabella Rossellini.
But it marks his first time working with Berger, who helmed the German-language war film “All Quiet on the Western Front,” which netted four Oscars. Tucci describes Berger as a “very straightforward” director, who “has very specific ideas about what to do” without being dogmatic.
Variety had the opportunity to chat with Tucci about the multigenerational appeal of his old school thriller, how he bounces back and...
- 1/13/2025
- by Matt Minton
- Variety Film + TV
#Manifesting
After spending December revisiting Joel Schumacher’s 2004 version of The Phantom of the Opera (listen), Bette Davis’ Hush…Hush, Sweet Charlotte (listen) and Damien Leone’s Terrifier 3 (listen), Trace and I rang in 2025 with a look back at Sophia Takal‘s Into The Dark entry, New Year, New You (2018), co-written with Adam Gaines.
In the Hulu film, Alexis (Suki Waterhouse) joins friends Kayla (Kirby Howell-Baptiste), Chloe (Melissa Bergland) and social media influencer Danielle (Carly Chaikin) to ring in the new year.
But Alexis has ulterior motives for attending this year’s festivities. She blames Danielle for her facial disfigurement, resents her for her fame, and has a devious plan to exact revenge. The party quickly turns into a hostage situation with Kayla and Chloe forced to pick sides as the other two work out their issues in an escalating series of verbal and physical spats.
Will Alexis get her revenge?...
After spending December revisiting Joel Schumacher’s 2004 version of The Phantom of the Opera (listen), Bette Davis’ Hush…Hush, Sweet Charlotte (listen) and Damien Leone’s Terrifier 3 (listen), Trace and I rang in 2025 with a look back at Sophia Takal‘s Into The Dark entry, New Year, New You (2018), co-written with Adam Gaines.
In the Hulu film, Alexis (Suki Waterhouse) joins friends Kayla (Kirby Howell-Baptiste), Chloe (Melissa Bergland) and social media influencer Danielle (Carly Chaikin) to ring in the new year.
But Alexis has ulterior motives for attending this year’s festivities. She blames Danielle for her facial disfigurement, resents her for her fame, and has a devious plan to exact revenge. The party quickly turns into a hostage situation with Kayla and Chloe forced to pick sides as the other two work out their issues in an escalating series of verbal and physical spats.
Will Alexis get her revenge?...
- 1/6/2025
- by Joe Lipsett
- bloody-disgusting.com
This story contains spoilers for the Nov. 19 episode of “Dancing With the Stars”
In Tuesday night’s episode of “Dancing With the Stars,” each of the five remaining couples performed one ballroom dance and one Latin dance but only four earned enough points and votes to go on to next week’s finale… at least that’s how the show usually works.
The elimination came down to the two Olympic athletes: Ilona Maher and Stephen Nedoroscik… but, in a repeat of Season 32, no one was sent home before the finale. Which means all five couples will be competing in the finale.
Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson earned their first perfect score for a Foxtrot to “I Won’t Dance” by Erin Boheme. The beaming “Bachelor” star said, “Never got one of those before. Feels really good!” Derek Hough raved, “Fred Astaire is high-fiving you right now,” and dubbed it “one...
In Tuesday night’s episode of “Dancing With the Stars,” each of the five remaining couples performed one ballroom dance and one Latin dance but only four earned enough points and votes to go on to next week’s finale… at least that’s how the show usually works.
The elimination came down to the two Olympic athletes: Ilona Maher and Stephen Nedoroscik… but, in a repeat of Season 32, no one was sent home before the finale. Which means all five couples will be competing in the finale.
Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson earned their first perfect score for a Foxtrot to “I Won’t Dance” by Erin Boheme. The beaming “Bachelor” star said, “Never got one of those before. Feels really good!” Derek Hough raved, “Fred Astaire is high-fiving you right now,” and dubbed it “one...
- 11/20/2024
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
“Tape,” a Hong Kong remake of Richard Linklater’s iconic 2001 psychological thriller film of the same title, is heading for the American Film Market and theatrical release in its adopted territory. In anticipation of those steps, the producers are unreeling a “Tape” trailer.
“Tape” explores the fallout from a traumatic event at a high school graduation party, forcing the three former friends to confront their past in a story that delves into themes of power, manipulation, and the subjective nature of truth. The remake transposes the story from the U.S. to Hong Kong, a region that has yet to fully reckon with the #MeToo movement, while adapting to today’s technology-dependent age.
The new film is directed by banker turned film producer and director Bizhan Tong. It stars Kenny Kwan, Selena Lee (“Queen of News”) and Adam Pak (“A Guilty Conscience”) in roles originally portrayed by Robert Sean Leonard,...
“Tape” explores the fallout from a traumatic event at a high school graduation party, forcing the three former friends to confront their past in a story that delves into themes of power, manipulation, and the subjective nature of truth. The remake transposes the story from the U.S. to Hong Kong, a region that has yet to fully reckon with the #MeToo movement, while adapting to today’s technology-dependent age.
The new film is directed by banker turned film producer and director Bizhan Tong. It stars Kenny Kwan, Selena Lee (“Queen of News”) and Adam Pak (“A Guilty Conscience”) in roles originally portrayed by Robert Sean Leonard,...
- 11/5/2024
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
Stanley Tucci recently opened up about the unexpected challenges he faced in his acting career after his acclaimed role in The Devil Wears Prada.
Despite the film’s immense success, Tucci, now 63, revealed in a Vanity Fair interview that finding work afterward was difficult.
“After The Devil Wears Prada, I couldn’t get a job, and I didn’t quite understand that, but that’s just the way it was. So I went and did stuff that I didn’t necessarily want to do, but I did it,” Tucci shared while promoting his latest project, Conclave.
Reflecting on His Career
Under the direction of editor Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep), he portrayed magazine art director Nigel Kipling in Prada, who assisted the lead heroine Andrea Sachs (Anne Hathaway) in navigating the fast-paced fashion world.
The David Frankel-directed film was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $326 million globally and earning...
Despite the film’s immense success, Tucci, now 63, revealed in a Vanity Fair interview that finding work afterward was difficult.
“After The Devil Wears Prada, I couldn’t get a job, and I didn’t quite understand that, but that’s just the way it was. So I went and did stuff that I didn’t necessarily want to do, but I did it,” Tucci shared while promoting his latest project, Conclave.
Reflecting on His Career
Under the direction of editor Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep), he portrayed magazine art director Nigel Kipling in Prada, who assisted the lead heroine Andrea Sachs (Anne Hathaway) in navigating the fast-paced fashion world.
The David Frankel-directed film was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $326 million globally and earning...
- 10/27/2024
- by Chijioke Chukwuemeka
- Celebrating The Soaps
Ever since Stanley Tucci earned his Actor’s Equity card in 1982, the man has left his mark on many forms of entertainment, collecting an array of showbiz nominations and trophies along the way. In 1996, he earned his first Emmy nomination for his supporting role on ABC’s “Murder One” as the twisted millionaire businessman Richard Cross who was suspected of murder. He would go on to claim three Emmy Awards for acting roles: as a lead actor in a miniseries or movie for his 1998 is role as newspaper columnist Walter Winchell in HBO’s “Winchell”; as a comedy guest actor on the USA Network detective series “Monk” in 2006; and as an executive producer of the 2016 short-form variety series “Park Bench With Steve Buscemi.”
He would be part of the SAG film ensemble win for 2015’s “Spotlight” and claimed his lone Oscar nomination for his supporting role as a killer of...
He would be part of the SAG film ensemble win for 2015’s “Spotlight” and claimed his lone Oscar nomination for his supporting role as a killer of...
- 10/24/2024
- by Susan Wloszczyna, Chris Beachum and Misty Holland
- Gold Derby
Legendary rock band Oasis announced that after a 15-year feud between the two brothers, they have settled their differences and plan to embark on a 2025 North American tour.
Seven stadium dates in North America are set for next summer, with shows in Toronto, New Jersey, Chicago, Mexico City and Los Angeles, and various sources have reported that the band is also expected to tour outside of the continent later in the year. Celebrated rock group Cage the Elephant will open for the Britpop duo.
Brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher formed Oasis in 1991, and the band went on to produce some of the most prominent songs of the 90s. To this day, their hit ‘Wonderwall’ is the quintessential song men use to demonstrate their acoustic guitar skills, usually at parties or on dates.
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To announce the tour,...
Seven stadium dates in North America are set for next summer, with shows in Toronto, New Jersey, Chicago, Mexico City and Los Angeles, and various sources have reported that the band is also expected to tour outside of the continent later in the year. Celebrated rock group Cage the Elephant will open for the Britpop duo.
Brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher formed Oasis in 1991, and the band went on to produce some of the most prominent songs of the 90s. To this day, their hit ‘Wonderwall’ is the quintessential song men use to demonstrate their acoustic guitar skills, usually at parties or on dates.
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To announce the tour,...
- 10/21/2024
- by Baila Eve Zisman
- Uinterview
Netflix’s upcoming sci-fi adventure The Electric State adapts a much-loved art book by Simon Stalenhag. Or does it? We weigh up what counts as an adaptation.
Does Netflix read YouTube comments? If so, it’s a wonder what it makes of the 2,200 (and counting) responses beneath the debut trailer for its upcoming movie, The Electric State. They’re not what you’d call enthusiastic.
“It’s literally an art book,” reads one. “How did they make it look so wrong.”
“The tone looks nothing like the book whatsoever,” reads another. “I loved the hopeless, lonely, and dystopian feel of the source material.”
It’s churlish to judge a film too harshly based on its marketing, of course, but watching the 147-second promo for Netflix’s upcoming, (reported) $320m sci-fi adventure raises a number of questions. Most pressingly: why option Swedish artist and author Simon Stalenhag’s graphic novel of...
Does Netflix read YouTube comments? If so, it’s a wonder what it makes of the 2,200 (and counting) responses beneath the debut trailer for its upcoming movie, The Electric State. They’re not what you’d call enthusiastic.
“It’s literally an art book,” reads one. “How did they make it look so wrong.”
“The tone looks nothing like the book whatsoever,” reads another. “I loved the hopeless, lonely, and dystopian feel of the source material.”
It’s churlish to judge a film too harshly based on its marketing, of course, but watching the 147-second promo for Netflix’s upcoming, (reported) $320m sci-fi adventure raises a number of questions. Most pressingly: why option Swedish artist and author Simon Stalenhag’s graphic novel of...
- 10/18/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
The 2024 Mama Awards are coming soon!
The K-pop awards ceremony will kick off in the United States for the first time in its history before taking place in Japan in November.
The album/song eligibility period runs from October 1 2023 through September 30, 2024. The albums, songs and artists are assessed based on a holistic evaluation of global music data and a panel of specialists.
This year, there’s also a new category: Best Choreography.
This year’s ceremony, presented by Visa, will kick off at the Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on November 21, and will be held at the Kyocera Dome Osaka in Japan over two days from November 22 to 23. The show will also be broadcast worldwide including global digital platforms.
Tickets go on sale Friday, October 22 at 4 p.m. via Ticketmaster.
Keep reading to see the nominations…
2024 Mama Awards Nominations
Best New Male Artist
82Major
All(H)Ours...
The K-pop awards ceremony will kick off in the United States for the first time in its history before taking place in Japan in November.
The album/song eligibility period runs from October 1 2023 through September 30, 2024. The albums, songs and artists are assessed based on a holistic evaluation of global music data and a panel of specialists.
This year, there’s also a new category: Best Choreography.
This year’s ceremony, presented by Visa, will kick off at the Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on November 21, and will be held at the Kyocera Dome Osaka in Japan over two days from November 22 to 23. The show will also be broadcast worldwide including global digital platforms.
Tickets go on sale Friday, October 22 at 4 p.m. via Ticketmaster.
Keep reading to see the nominations…
2024 Mama Awards Nominations
Best New Male Artist
82Major
All(H)Ours...
- 10/14/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
With the advent of new Star Trek streaming shows came Star Trek: Picard, a sequel series to Star Trek: The Next Generation that focused on Patrick Stewart's Admiral Jean-Luc Picard long after Tng ended. After first announcing Picard as a new Star Trek show in August 2018, followed by a year of production, Star Trek: Picard's first season dropped on Paramount+ (then CBS All Access) in January 2020. The second and third seasons of Star Trek: Picard were filmed back-to-back to accommodate the schedules of the cast and crew, and released in 2022 and 2023, respectively.
Because Patrick Stewart and other Star Trek actors in Star Trek: Picard's first season had clearly aged, it could be assumed that the same amount of time had passed for the characters and the real world alike, but that wasn't quite the case. Although 18 years had passed between audiences' last contact with Captain Jean-Luc Picard...
Because Patrick Stewart and other Star Trek actors in Star Trek: Picard's first season had clearly aged, it could be assumed that the same amount of time had passed for the characters and the real world alike, but that wasn't quite the case. Although 18 years had passed between audiences' last contact with Captain Jean-Luc Picard...
- 10/9/2024
- by Jen Watson
- ScreenRant
Jeremy Strong recently told the Los Angeles Times that “it’s absolutely valid” to criticize straight actors for playing gay characters, although he also strongly believes that it’s an actor’s job “to render something that is not necessarily your native habitat.” Strong stars as Donald Trump’s mentor Roy Cohn in “The Apprentice.”
“Yes, it’s absolutely valid,” Strong said about the criticism. “I’m sort of old fashioned, maybe, in the belief that, fundamentally, it’s [about] a person’s artistry, and that great artists, historically, have been able to, as it were, change the stamp of their nature. That’s your job as an actor. The task, in a way, is to render something that is not necessarily your native habitat.”
“While I don’t think that it’s necessary [for gay roles to be played by gay performers], I think that it would be good if that were given more weight,” Strong added.
The debate...
“Yes, it’s absolutely valid,” Strong said about the criticism. “I’m sort of old fashioned, maybe, in the belief that, fundamentally, it’s [about] a person’s artistry, and that great artists, historically, have been able to, as it were, change the stamp of their nature. That’s your job as an actor. The task, in a way, is to render something that is not necessarily your native habitat.”
“While I don’t think that it’s necessary [for gay roles to be played by gay performers], I think that it would be good if that were given more weight,” Strong added.
The debate...
- 10/8/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
A Star Trek fan theory may solve Star Trek: Picard's mystery of what happened to the USS Enterprise-e, which Captain Worf (Michael Dorn) claims was not his fault. Star Trek: Picard season 3, episode 9, "Vox," saw the cast of Star Trek: The Next Generation come aboard the rebuilt USS Enterprise-d. En route to the Enterprise's dock at the Fleet Museum, however, Worf's Tng friends teased him about the fate of the Enterprise-e, and the Klingon insisted, "That was not my fault." What happened to the Enterprise-e remains an open question Star Trek: Picard left behind.
The Sovereign Class USS Enterprise-e was launched in 2373 prior to Star Trek: First Contact. Captain Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart) commanded the Enterprise-e in three Star Trek: The Next Generation movies, including First Contact, Star Trek: Insurrection, and Star Trek: Nemesis. Star Trek: Picard season 1 revealed that Captain Picard received a promotion to Admiral in 2381 to...
The Sovereign Class USS Enterprise-e was launched in 2373 prior to Star Trek: First Contact. Captain Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart) commanded the Enterprise-e in three Star Trek: The Next Generation movies, including First Contact, Star Trek: Insurrection, and Star Trek: Nemesis. Star Trek: Picard season 1 revealed that Captain Picard received a promotion to Admiral in 2381 to...
- 10/8/2024
- by John Orquiola
- ScreenRant
Warning: contains spoilers for Star Trek: Defiant #19!
Star Trek has rewritten what fans thought they knew about the Romulan Supernovaby making it completely the Romulans fault. One of the most pivotal events in Star Treks 24th century, the Romulan Supernova permanently shifted the balance of power in the galaxy. Currently, Star Trek: Defiant is building towards this monumental occurrence. Issue 19 throws a curveball at fans by showing Romulan hubris, leading to their downfall.
The Romulans made their debut in the first season of Star Trek, in the episode titled "Balance of Terror."
Star Trek: Defiant #19 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. The issue opens with a text piece of a Romulan intelligence briefing. Originating during the Dominion War, the piece paints a bleak picture, and suggests a wild plan: that the Romulans create a cloak so massive it could hide their entire star system. Romulan scientists proceed with the plan,...
Star Trek has rewritten what fans thought they knew about the Romulan Supernovaby making it completely the Romulans fault. One of the most pivotal events in Star Treks 24th century, the Romulan Supernova permanently shifted the balance of power in the galaxy. Currently, Star Trek: Defiant is building towards this monumental occurrence. Issue 19 throws a curveball at fans by showing Romulan hubris, leading to their downfall.
The Romulans made their debut in the first season of Star Trek, in the episode titled "Balance of Terror."
Star Trek: Defiant #19 is written by Christopher Cantwell and drawn by Angel Unzueta. The issue opens with a text piece of a Romulan intelligence briefing. Originating during the Dominion War, the piece paints a bleak picture, and suggests a wild plan: that the Romulans create a cloak so massive it could hide their entire star system. Romulan scientists proceed with the plan,...
- 10/7/2024
- by Shaun Corley
- ScreenRant
Amazon‘s plan to grow its live shopping empire now includes a new game show. The retail giant has announced Buy It Now, which will apply the signature format of Shark Tank to the world of ecommerce.
Like Shark Tank, Amazon’s Buy It Now will feature a rotating cast of judges. Mainstream celebs, including actor Gwyneth Paltrow and designer Christian Siriano, will join Amazon execs to evaluate pitches from independent entrepreneurs. A studio audience will also be on hand to weigh the presented products. Actor and comedian J.B. Smoove (of Curb Your Enthusiasm fame) will serve as the emcee.
The winner of each episode of Buy It Now will receive $20,000, but the game show has plenty more to offer its contestants beyond a simple cash prize. Finalists will be featured on a Buy It Now page on the Amazon website, where their products will benefit from added visibility.
Amazon...
Like Shark Tank, Amazon’s Buy It Now will feature a rotating cast of judges. Mainstream celebs, including actor Gwyneth Paltrow and designer Christian Siriano, will join Amazon execs to evaluate pitches from independent entrepreneurs. A studio audience will also be on hand to weigh the presented products. Actor and comedian J.B. Smoove (of Curb Your Enthusiasm fame) will serve as the emcee.
The winner of each episode of Buy It Now will receive $20,000, but the game show has plenty more to offer its contestants beyond a simple cash prize. Finalists will be featured on a Buy It Now page on the Amazon website, where their products will benefit from added visibility.
Amazon...
- 9/26/2024
- by Sam Gutelle
- Tubefilter.com
K-pop group aespa are officially bringing their “Synk: Parallel Line Tour” to North America in early 2025. This will mark Karina, Giselle, Winter, and Ningning’s first time touring the US since their 2023 trek. Following shows in the US, Canada, and Mexico, they’ll head over to Europe and the UK.
Get your tickets to the newly announced dates of aespa’s 2025 tour here and read on for more details, including how to get pre-sale tickets and score seats to sold-out shows.
Get aespa Tickets Here
What Is aespa’s 2025 Tour?
The 2025 leg of the “Synk: Parallel Line Tour” kicks off in Seattle in January and will take the rising girl group down the West Coast to Oakland and Los Angeles before a visit to Mexico City. They’ll then work their way up the East Coast, dip into Canada to play Toronto, and will wrap the North American dates with...
Get your tickets to the newly announced dates of aespa’s 2025 tour here and read on for more details, including how to get pre-sale tickets and score seats to sold-out shows.
Get aespa Tickets Here
What Is aespa’s 2025 Tour?
The 2025 leg of the “Synk: Parallel Line Tour” kicks off in Seattle in January and will take the rising girl group down the West Coast to Oakland and Los Angeles before a visit to Mexico City. They’ll then work their way up the East Coast, dip into Canada to play Toronto, and will wrap the North American dates with...
- 9/26/2024
- by Mary Siroky
- Consequence - Music
Grimes is teaming up with aespa!
The 36-year-old musician issued a remix of the K-pop girl group’s single “Supernova” on Friday (September 20).
The original track a “perfect all-kill” in K-pop, a music chart achievement in South Korea where a song simultaneously reaches No. 1 on the real-time, daily, and weekly components of iChart, and won at major music shows and topped the weekly chart for 15 consecutive weeks.
The song is featured on the group’s debut album, Armageddon – The 1st Album, and the remix is part of a 6-track remix EP called iScreaM Vol. 33 Supernova / Armageddon Remixes.
Grimes explained why she did the remix in a post.
Keep reading to find out more…
“I normally don’t do remixes but I could not resist messing with this accapella even tho the original production on this song is undefeatable,” Grimes said. “I went back to cyber twee for this and even...
The 36-year-old musician issued a remix of the K-pop girl group’s single “Supernova” on Friday (September 20).
The original track a “perfect all-kill” in K-pop, a music chart achievement in South Korea where a song simultaneously reaches No. 1 on the real-time, daily, and weekly components of iChart, and won at major music shows and topped the weekly chart for 15 consecutive weeks.
The song is featured on the group’s debut album, Armageddon – The 1st Album, and the remix is part of a 6-track remix EP called iScreaM Vol. 33 Supernova / Armageddon Remixes.
Grimes explained why she did the remix in a post.
Keep reading to find out more…
“I normally don’t do remixes but I could not resist messing with this accapella even tho the original production on this song is undefeatable,” Grimes said. “I went back to cyber twee for this and even...
- 9/20/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
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