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Sizzling Samachar: ‘Planet of the Apes’ Saga continues with a new sequel slated for 2027; Greta Lee joins Willem Dafoe in ‘Late Fame’ after Sandra Hüller exits due to scheduling conflicts

Sizzling Samachar of the Day - 25th October 2024

Sizzling Samachar: ‘Planet of the Apes’ Saga continues with a new sequel slated for 2027; Greta Lee joins Willem Dafoe in ‘Late Fame’ after Sandra Hüller exits due to scheduling conflicts

Sizzling Samachar of the Day 

Last Updated: 09.30 PM, Oct 25, 2024

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Welcome to another episode of Sizzling Samachar, I'm your host Nikhil. News from Hollywood up next.

‘The Housemaid’: Sydney Sweeney and Brandon Sklenar uncover dark secrets in twisted thriller

Sydney Sweeney and Brandon Sklenar are here to give you chills in The Housemaid, based on Freida McFadden’s bestselling thriller! Picture this: Sweeney plays Millie, a woman trying to turn her life around, who lands a gig as a live-in maid for the very posh Winchesters. But this isn’t just another day in luxury—things take a dark turn when she uncovers dangerous secrets! With Amanda Seyfried as the mysterious Nina and Sklenar as Andrew, this Paul Feig directorial is set to deliver all the thrills.

‘Crime 101’: Chris Hemsworth and ‘Top Gun’s’ Monica Barbaro team up for a high-stakes heist

It’s time for some high stakes heist action! Picture this: Chris Hemsworth, Top Gun’s Monica Barbaro, and a heist along the Pacific Coast! We’re already stoked about this one! Directed by Bart Layton, Crime 101 has Hemsworth playing a savvy jewel thief pulling together his ultimate score. Add Marvel buddy Mark Ruffalo, plus Barry Keoghan and Halle Berry, and this heist movie is stacked with talent. With Hemsworth also starring as a live-action Prince Charming, you’re in for back-to-back blockbusters from the Aussie star.

‘Planet of the Apes’ Saga continues with a new sequel slated for 2027

Big news for Planet of the Apes fans! After Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes smashed it at the box office, earning nearly $400 million, 20th Century Studios is back with another sequel, aiming for a 2027 release. Expect Owen Teague’s Noa and Freya Allan’s Nova/Mae to take centre stage, with Wes Ball of Maze Runner fame once again at the helm. If you love a good human-versus-ape showdown, this will be a must-watch!

Greta Lee joins Willem Dafoe in ‘Late Fame’ after Sandra Hüller exits due to scheduling conflicts

In a last-minute casting shake-up, Greta Lee steps in to replace Sandra Hüller in Late Fame, where she’ll star opposite the legendary Willem Dafoe. Lee takes on the role of Gloria, an actress who turns Dafoe’s poet character’s life upside down. With Kent Jones directing and a rich story based on Arthur Schnitzler’s novel, this January shoot promises to pack plenty of drama. Meanwhile you can always catch Lee in Past Lives, streaming now on OTTplay.

Ritchson runs wild in new action flick

Action fans, you’re in for a treat! It’s confirmed that Alan Ritchson will star in Runner, a high-speed thriller where he plays a courier racing against time to deliver a life-saving organ. Naturally, there’s a crime boss intent on causing chaos, making this a true nail-biter. Directed by Scott Waugh of Need for Speed fame, this promises all the thrills—and explosions. With Reacher Season 3 and War Machine on his plate, Ritchson is showing no signs of slowing down.

‘Good Omens’ season 3 shortened amid controversy with creator Neil Gaiman

Fans of Good Omens, brace yourselves for an unexpected finale! After controversy surrounding creator Neil Gaiman, Prime Video will wrap the beloved series with a single 90-minute episode. Starring Michael Sheen and David Tennant, this celestial showdown might leave fans wanting more, but it’s the end of the road. Catch seasons 1 and 2 on Prime Video while you can!

A fiery ‘Wuthering Heights’ spin with Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi heats up at Warner Bros.

And finally, it’s official—Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi are set to bring Wuthering Heights to life in a fresh, modern adaptation directed by Emerald Fennell (of Promising Young Woman fame). Robbie’s LuckyChap Entertainment and Warner Bros. are on board, promising all the passion, heartbreak, and revenge of Brontë’s original. A theatrical release is on the cards, so dust off your Brontë novels and prepare for a stormy ride!

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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