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Sizzling Samachar: Karl Glusman joins Edgar Wright’s Stephen King flick ‘The Running Man’; Dwayne Johnson and J.J. Abrams join forces for mysterious new film

Sizzling Samachar of the Day - 17th October 2024

Sizzling Samachar: Karl Glusman joins Edgar Wright’s Stephen King flick ‘The Running Man’; Dwayne Johnson and J.J. Abrams join forces for mysterious new film

Sizzling Samachar of the Day 

Last Updated: 11.42 PM, Oct 17, 2024

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

David Corenswet scores big in NFL biopic ‘Mr. Irrelevant’ after Superman win

First up, David Corenswet is trading in his cape for cleats! That’s right, fresh off his big win as Superman, Corenswet is now tackling the role of John Tuggle, the NFL’s final draft pick of 1983, in a brand-new biopic called Mr. Irrelevant. Directed by Superman mastermind Jonathan Levine, with a script from Emmy-nominated Nick Santora, this one promises to be an emotional touchdown. Produced by Skydance Sports, it’s sure to pull on the heartstrings of football fans and Corenswet devotees alike. Who knew the Man of Steel could also be Mr. Irrelevant?

Sony and Mattel team up for a ‘View-Master’ movie—yes, really

Now, hold onto your seats for this next one—because Sony and Mattel are teaming up for a View-Master movie. Yes, you heard that right! Remember that little toy we all loved, the one with the 3D reels? Well, it’s getting the Hollywood treatment! The producers behind The Pursuit of Happyness are on board, and after Barbie's box office smash, Mattel is ready to spin more childhood memories into cinematic gold. Rumour has it Masters of the Universe and Hot Wheels are up next. Could your old toy collection be the next big blockbuster? Tune in to this podcast for more on this.

Karl Glusman joins Edgar Wright’s Stephen King flick ‘The Running Man’

Karl Glusman fans, we’ve got some news! He’s just signed on for Edgar Wright’s The Running Man, an intense new adaptation of Stephen King’s dystopian novel. Unlike the 80s version, this one's going dark, gritty, and much closer to the book. Glusman joins a stellar cast with Glen Powell and Katy O'Brian. Expect a lethal game show where survival is the only goal. Mark your calendars—it’s coming just in time for Thanksgiving 2025. Turkey and dystopia, anyone?

Dwayne Johnson and J.J. Abrams join forces for mysterious new film

And speaking of team-ups, Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and J.J. Abrams are joining forces for an exciting, top-secret project. We don’t know much yet, but with Ready Player One's Zak Penn on the script, rumours are swirling that it's going to be a supernatural thriller. Maybe The Rock is about to go paranormal? Either way, we’re stoked to find out what transpires from this killer colab.

‘Twisters’ and ‘The Acolyte’ stars lead rom-com ‘Love Language’

Switching gears now to something a bit lighter—Chloë Grace Moretz, Anthony Ramos, and Billie Lourd are all signed on for the new rom-com Love Language. The film kicks off shooting in Chicago this month, and though the plot’s still under wraps, it’s sure to bring laughs and romance with a cast like that. Keep your popcorn handy, folks!

Richard Gere and Michael Fassbender spy on us in ‘The Agency’

Next, we have big news for those who love a good spy drama. Hollywood veteran Richard Gere and Michael Fassbender are teaming up in The Agency, which releases soon on Paramount+. Fassbender’s a rogue agent, and Gere is the CIA boss in this thrilling conspiracy. Throw in Joe Wright as director and George Clooney producing, and you’ve got all the makings of a must-watch. Looks like fall’s about to get seriously sneaky!

Mason Dye joins final season of ‘The Boys’ as a mysterious new Supe

If you’re a fan of The Boys—hold onto your capes because Mason Dye is joining the final season as a mysterious new Supe called Bombsight. The last season is gearing up for an explosive finale, with Daveed Diggs and Jensen Ackles returning for even more chaos. We don’t know much about Bombsight yet, but one thing's for sure: it’s going to be a wild ride.

Why Sheldon isn’t part of ‘Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage’

Finally, if you’re a Big Bang Theory or Young Sheldon fan, you might be wondering why Sheldon won’t be making an appearance in the new Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage as reported recently. Co-creator Steve Holland says the show’s carving out its own path, focusing on Georgie and Mandy’s life after their whirlwind wedding. No Sheldon in sight—unless the story absolutely calls for it. But don’t worry, you’ll still get plenty of family cameos. Don’t forget to catch the premiere of this much-awaited spin-off on 17th October!

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

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-Written by Apurva Dutta

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