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Time of India
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'It doesn't affect me': Sonakshi Sinha on not returning for ‘Son of Sardaar 2'
(Image Credits: Instagram) While fans of the film 'Son of Sardaar' may be upset over Sonakshi Sinha not being cast in the sequel, the actress does not seem to be having any issue with this exclusion. The actress, who starred alongside Ajay Devgn , Sanjay Dutt , and Juhi Chawla in the Ashwni Dhir directorial, said that being excluded from the sequel was 'normal' and insisted that she holds 'no regrets'. Speaking to IANS, Sonakshi explained that she understands how the industry works. 'It's understandable that the story would be something else. The characters would not be the same. And that's completely fair,' she said, adding that casting decisions like these are part of the process. The actress, known for her roles in films like 'Akira' and 'Lootera', emphasized that she has worked in the industry long enough to accept such changes gracefully, calling it 'a small thing, not a big deal. ' What's Happening in the Sequel? The sequel, officially titled 'The Return of the Sardaar', stars Ajay and Mrunal Thakur in the lead roles, with Sanjay Dutt returning as Don. Sanjay Mishra will step into a role initially planned for Vijay Raaz, replacing the character originally played by Ravi Kishan in the first film. Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora, the new installment is set to release on July 25. Ajay recently shared a poster featuring himself in a turban on Instagram, writing, 'The Return of the Sardaar #SOS2 in cinemas near you on 25th July. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Eat 1 Teaspoon Every Night, See What Happens A Week Later [Video] getfittoday Undo #SardaarIsBack #SonOfSardaar2.' A Big Box Office Clash Ahead 'The Return of the Sardaar' is set to clash at the box office with 'Param Sundari', starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor. Despite the absence of Sonakshi in the sequel, fans of the franchise can expect the same comedic energy and action that made the original a crowd-puller in 2012.
Forbes
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Live-Action ‘Akira' Leaves Warner Bros. After Decades In Production Hell
'Akira' is now up for grabs as to its live-action rights. After decades of multiple people trying to get a live-action Akira off the ground, the rights have reverted back to Kodansha. I mean, I started covering this live-action adaptation back in 2015, and almost every year after that, new people were attached to write or direct the movie. During that time, I even managed to interview Katsuhiro Otomo, who wrote the original manga and directed the seminal 1988 anime adaptation. In that interview, Otomo revealed that he had final sign-off on the live-action scenario. So if Otomo didn't like the scenario, it meant the movie didn't get made. My guess is that Otomo has blocked every live-action scenario to date, and that's why Warner Bros. has let the live-action rights revert back to Kodansha. It's also likely that whoever takes the option on the live-action rights to Akira will still have to get past Otomo on its scenario. Honestly, if that's the case, then as long as Otomo is around, I doubt we will ever see a live-action adaptation. FEATURED | Frase ByForbes™ Unscramble The Anagram To Reveal The Phrase Pinpoint By Linkedin Guess The Category Queens By Linkedin Crown Each Region Crossclimb By Linkedin Unlock A Trivia Ladder To be honest, I am entirely fine with that. I mean, people have been joking about how terrible an American film of Akira would be since 2008. Hollywood still doesn't really get manga and anime, let alone video games. Akira is one of those cultural heirlooms that should be treated with the respect it deserves, and Hollywood's never been big on giving any kind of respect to Japanese creative talent. In any case, Akira's live-action rights are now back with Kodansha, and it will be interesting to see who will pick it up next, as no doubt Otomo will be just as strict with them as he has been with everyone else. In the meantime, feel free to check out my Blu-ray review of the anime, which you should absolutely watch if you haven't done so already. Follow me on X, Facebook and YouTube. I also manage Mecha Damashii and am currently featured in the Giant Robots exhibition currently touring Japan.
Yahoo
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Akira: Taika Waititi's Live-Action Movie Gets Disappointing Update
Taika Waititi's live-action movie has received a disappointing update courtesy of a new report from THR. According to a new report from THR, the Akira live-action movie at Warner Bros. Discovery is officially not happening. The movie studio has reportedly let go of the movie rights, reverting them back to Kodansha, the manga publisher that originally released Katsuhiro Otomo's story in 1982. THR's report mentions that producers and other talent have already begun 'lining up' to try and attach themselves to the property for future pitches. As for Waititi's long-in-development movie, this means the project is likely fully over with. Akira's movie development has been a long and extremely complicated one. Warner Bros. picked up the rights to the incredibly popular manga in 2002, and originally had Stephen Norrington (Blade) attached as a director. That began two decades of what THR describes as development hell, with writers and directors like Garry Whitta, Mark Fergus, Hawk Otsby, Steve Kloves, and more all attached at one point or another. In 2017, Waititi was announced to be writing and directing a movie based on the manga. This project even received a 2021 release date and was in the process of casting, according to THR. However, Waititi became too busy with other projects, and never recommitted to the project. Originally released in 1982, Akira tells the story of a post-apocalyptic and futuristic 'Neo-Tokyo,' and centers on Shotaro Kaneda, a gang leader, the militant revolutionary Kei, and more. The manga received an animated film in 1988, which is often heralded as one of the greatest films ever made and something that helped make anime as a whole a pop culture staple, although it does deviate heavily from the source material. (Source: The Hollywood Reporter) The post Akira: Taika Waititi's Live-Action Movie Gets Disappointing Update appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
India.com
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Sonakshi Sinha breaks silence on not being part of 'Son of Sardaar 2': 'It's a small...'
Bollywood actress Sonakshi Sinha, who starred opposite Ajay Devgn in the 2012 hit ' Son of Sardaar ,' addressed her absence from the upcoming sequel, 'Son of Sardaar 2.' Speaking to IANS, the Akira actress explained that such casting decisions are a normal part of the industry and nothing to dwell on. Talking about not being part of the next instalment, Sonakshi said that the story is likely to take a different direction, with new characters, and she completely respects that. 'It's understandable that the story would be something else. The characters would not be the same. And that's completely fair,' she remarked. Sinha shared that she has grown to understand the dynamics of filmmaking. 'I think as a professional. We've worked in the industry for so many years. We understand all these things. It's a small thing, not a big deal. It doesn't affect me at all.' 'Son of Sardaar,' directed by Ashwni Dhir, starred Sonakshi in the lead role alongside Ajay Devgn, Sanjay Dutt and Juhi Chawla. The romantic comedy, a remake of 2010 Telugu film Maryada Ramanna, it was released on 13 November 2012. The upcoming sequel stars Ajay and Mrunal Thakur in the lead roles. Helmed by Vijay Kumar Arora, the upcoming installment comes almost 12 years after the original Son of Sardaar. The sequel is set for a box-office clash with 'Param Sundari', starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor. On June 19, Ajay Devgn took to Instagram to announce the release date of Son of Sardaar 2,' officially titled 'The Return of the Sardaar.' Sharing a new poster featuring him wearing a turban, he wrote 'The Return of the Sardaar #SOS2 in cinemas near you on 25th July. #SardaarIsBack #SonOfSardaar2' @mrunalthakur @officialjiostudios @devgnfilms @ In the upcoming sequel, backed by Jio Studios, Devgn Films, and T-Series, Sanjay Dutt is set to reprise his role as Don, while Sanjay Mishra will step into a role that was initially planned for Vijay Raaz, originally played by Ravi Kishan in the first film.
News18
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Sonakshi Sinha Reacts To Not Being Part Of Son of Sardaar 2: 'Not A Big Deal'
Sonakshi Sinha explained that such casting decisions are a normal part of the industry and nothing to dwell on. Bollywood actress Sonakshi Sinha, who starred opposite Ajay Devgn in the 2012 hit 'Son of Sardaar,' addressed her absence from the upcoming sequel, Son of Sardaar 2. Speaking to IANS, the Akira actress explained that such casting decisions are a normal part of the industry and nothing to dwell on. Talking about not being part of the next installment, Sonakshi said that the story is likely to take a different direction, with new characters, and she completely respects that. 'It's understandable that the story would be something else. The characters would not be the same. And that's completely fair," she remarked. Sinha shared that she has grown to understand the dynamics of filmmaking. 'I think as a professional. We've worked in the industry for so many years. We understand all these things. It's a small thing, not a big deal. It doesn't affect me at all." Son of Sardaar, directed by Ashwni Dhir, starred Sonakshi in the lead role alongside Ajay Devgn, Sanjay Dutt and Juhi Chawla. The romantic comedy, a remake of 2010 Telugu film Maryada Ramanna, was released on 13 November 2012. The upcoming sequel stars Ajay and Mrunal Thakur in the lead roles. Helmed by Vijay Kumar Arora, the upcoming installment comes almost 12 years after the original Son of Sardaar. The sequel is set for a box-office clash with 'Param Sundari", starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor. On June 19, Ajay Devgn took to Instagram to announce the release date of Son of Sardaar 2,' officially titled 'The Return of the Sardaar.' Sharing a new poster featuring him wearing a turban, he wrote, 'The Return of the Sardaar #SOS2 in cinemas near you on 25th July. #SardaarIsBack #SonOfSardaar2" @mrunalthakur @officialjiostudios @devgnfilms @ In the upcoming sequel, backed by Jio Studios, Devgn Films, and T-Series, Sanjay Dutt is set to reprise his role as Don, while Sanjay Mishra will step into a role that was initially planned for Vijay Raaz, originally played by Ravi Kishan in the first film. First Published:
