Sizzling Samachar: 'Acapulco' renewed for season 4 on Apple TV+; Chris Pine takes on his first Italian-language role in 'The Kidnapping of Arabella'

Welcome to another episode of your daily entertainment news podcast, I'm your host Nikhil. Hollywood news first.

'Acapulco' renewed for season 4 on Apple TV+

First up, it's time to head back to sunny Mexico with Apple TV+'s hit bilingual comedy Acapulco! The show, starring the brilliant Eugenio Derbez, has just been renewed for a fourth season after smashing it with Season 3. If you haven't caught up, now's your chance! The show, which follows Máximo Gallardo’s rise from rags to riches in the hotel biz, is certified fresh on Rotten Tomatoes with a 95% score—yeah, you heard that right! So it’s hardly surprising that Season 4 is in the works and is set to hit our screens in 2025. We’re sure that the upcoming season is going to be packed with laughs and heartfelt moments. Don't forget, the first three seasons are streaming on Apple TV+ right now, so if you haven’t watched it yet, get bingeing now!

Chris Pine takes on his first Italian-language role in 'The Kidnapping of Arabella'

Now, let's jet off to Italy, where none other than Chris Pine is making his Italian-language debut in The Kidnapping of Arabella. This new dramedy, directed by Carolina Cavalli, is shrouded in mystery, with Pine’s role being kept tightly under wraps. But he'll be starring alongside the talented Benedetta Porcaroli, who wowed us in Immaculate. Filming is kicking off in northern Italy, and while we don't have a release date just yet, this one's definitely worth keeping on your radar.

Johnny Flynn stars in new survival-thriller 'A Prayer for the Dying'

Switching gears to something a bit more intense, Johnny Flynn is set to star in the survival-thriller A Prayer for the Dying. Directed by Dara Van Dusen and based on Stewart O’Nan’s gripping novel, Flynn plays Jacob Hansen, a sheriff in 1870 Wisconsin, faced with a tough choice between saving his family or his entire town after a natural disaster. The legendary John C. Reilley joins Flynn as the town doctor, promising a powerful tale of survival and redemption. Filming is currently underway in Slovakia, but like the other projects, no release date just yet—so you just have to stay tuned for more updates!

Joel McHale joins 'Yellowjackets' season 3 cast

Showtime's hit series Yellowjackets is adding a touch of Community in its upcoming Season 3 with Joel McHale set to join the cast as a guest star. Known for his comedic chops, McHale’s role in Yellowjackets remains under wraps, leaving fans eagerly anticipating how he will fit into the show's dark and thrilling narrative. Yellowjackets, a blend of survival horror, coming-of-age drama, and dark comedy, follows the survivors of a 1996 plane crash as they grapple with their haunting past. Season 3 is expected to debut in 2025, while Seasons 1 and 2 are available to stream on Netflix.

Bad Bunny joins star-studded cast of Darren Aronofsky's ‘Caught Stealing’ alongside Zoë Kravitz and Austin Butler

And just when you thought things couldn't get any more star-studded, Bad Bunny is joining the cast of Darren Aronofsky’s upcoming crime thriller, Caught Stealing. He'll be teaming up with Zoë Kravitz and Austin Butler in this Sony Pictures film that dives deep into the gritty underworld of 1990s New York. While Bad Bunny’s role is still under wraps, you can bet it's going to be a show-stopper. This Latin superstar is making waves in Hollywood, and we can't wait to see what he brings to the table.

Aamir Khan and Lokesh Kanagaraj in talks for a Cameo in Rajinikanth's ‘Coolie’

Finally, for all you Bollywood buffs, we've got some thrilling gossip! Aamir Khan and director Lokesh Kanagaraj are in talks for a potential cameo in Rajinikanth's upcoming action flick, Coolie. Imagine that—Aamir Khan and Rajinikanth sharing the screen for the first time! Plus, there's chatter about a standalone project between Aamir and Lokesh. If this collab happens, it'll be a cinematic moment for the ages. Rajinikanth’s Coolie is already shaping up to be a blockbuster, with a stellar cast including Shruti Haasan and music by the one and only Anirudh Ravichander. Stay tuned, because this one’s going to be epic!

Well that's  all we got for this episode, until the next it's your host Nikhil signing out.

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