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UPI
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
Neon to release Park Chan-wook's 'No Other Choice'
1 of 5 | Park Chan-wook, seen at the 2023 Golden Globe Awards, directs "No Other Choice." File Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI | License Photo June 26 (UPI) -- Neon announced Thursday it will distribute South Korean director Park Chan-wook's next film, No Other Choice, in North America. Neon re-released Park's original Oldboy in theaters in 2023. No Other Choice is an adaptation of Donald Westlake's 1997 book The Ax. It is the second film adaptation following Costa-Gavras' 2005 French/Dutch film The Axe. Lee Byung-hung of Squid Game fame plays a man laid off by a paper company. In Westlake's book, the man becomes so desperate for work, he stalks his potential replacements. Son Yejin will play his wife. Park Hee-soon, Lee Sung-min, Yeom Hye-ran, Cha Seung-won and Yoo Yeon-seok also star. No Other Choice is in post-production. CJ ENM financed the project; the company also financed Neon's Oscar-winner Parasite. Westlake's other books have been adapted as the films Point Blank, Payback, Parker and more.


The Star
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sylvester Stallone ended 'nasty' feud to make money
When bulked-up 1980s action stars Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone were among the biggest celebrities on the planet, they often liked to bad-mouth each other in the press. 'We hated each other,' Schwarzenegger said last week on Radio Andy, Andy Cohen's SiriusXM show. 'We were attacking each other, and saying nasty things about each other.' But The Terminator star revealed that he and Stallone decided to bury the hatchet for a simple reason. Both entrepreneurial, they saw an opportunity to make a lot of money by working on a movie-related project together. Remember Planet Hollywood? It was a themed restaurant chain filled with movie props and memorabilia. It was launched in New York City in 1991, soon boasted 60 locations worldwide and was known for its famous celebrity backers, who prominently included Schwarzenegger, Stallone and Bruce Willis. In addition to his fame as Conan The Barbarian and the future governor of California, Schwarzenegger, 77, also has long been known as a savvy businessman. Schwarzenegger said he began working with restaurateur Robert Earl, known for expanding the Hard Rock Cafe franchise globally, and film producer Keith Barish to create a new entertainment-themed restaurant chain – one that celebrated Hollywood mythology and glamour. 'And the next thing I know, I get a call from my lawyer, who was also Sly's lawyer, and he said, 'Arnold, is there any kind of room for Sly on Planet Hollywood?'' Schwarzenegger recalled. 'I said, 'That's actually a good idea, because that could bring us together, and I wanted that,' Schwarzenegger said. 'At that point I had grown out of my craziness.' 'So, sure enough, we made it work,' Schwarzenegger said. 'Then Bruce Willis became part of Planet Hollywood, then Whoopi Goldberg became part of Planet Hollywood, then Chuck Norris.' The rivalry between these two self-described 'alpha males' began in January 1977, when both were seated at the same table during the Golden Globe Awards, Stallone told Variety in 2017. After Schwarzenegger received the award for best acting debut for his 1976 film Stay Hungry , he began 'gloating.' Stallone then noticed Schwarzenegger laughing when he lost the best actor for his starring role in Rocky . But Stallone said he got the last laugh when when Rocky won best picture. He also revealed that he picked up a big bowl of flowers and heaved it in Schwarzenegger's direction. 'I went, 'OK, the gauntlet is down,'' Stallone said. 'This began a 10-year battle royale. I mean, we couldn't stand to be in the same galaxy.' But ultimately the feud came to an end, after Stallone said they realised they're both 'the same person.' Unfortunately, the Planet Hollywood glory didn't last too long. Amid financial problems due partly to a reputation for lackluster food, the company filed for bankruptcy in October 1999, and the number of locations began to decline. As of May 2025, though, three Planet Hollywood restaurants and four hotels continue to operate. But Schwarzenegger and Stallone eventually made several movies, including The Expendables 2 in 2012, which also featured Willis and an ensemble of other aging male action stars such as Chuck Norris and Jean-Claude Van Damme. Arnold Schwarzenegger is currently starring in the television series FUBAR. Photo: Reuters The two men also have long been known for their conservative politics, though Stallone said he's never identified as a Republican. Meanwhile, Schwarzenegger has long been a registered Republican, though he also has been on the record since 2016 as vehemently opposing Donald Trump and endorsing Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. Stallone did not appear to publicly endorse Trump in the 2024 election. However, following Trump's victory in November, Stallone attended an event at his Mar-a-Lago club, where he praised him as a 'second George Washington' and compared him to his character Rocky Balboa, Variety reported. To thank Stallone for his support, Trump announced that the 'Rocky' star would serve in a new role as 'Special Ambassador to Hollywood,' sharing the title with pro-Trump actors Jon Voight and Mel Gibson. – The Mercury News


UPI
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
'House of David' S2 to release early for Wonder Project subscribers
Stephen Lang arrives for the Golden Globe Awards in 2023. He plays Samuel in "House of David." File Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI | License Photo June 24 (UPI) -- House of David Season 2 will release early for Prime Video users who purchase a new Wonder Project subscription, the streamer announced Tuesday. Wonder Project, which launches in the fall, is aimed at Prime Video's "global faith and values audience," according to a press release. The service will offer subscribers exclusive early access to content such as House of David. The sophomore season also becomes available in the fall, before a wide release on Prime Video at an unspecified date. The subscription will cost $8.99 a month. "Our audience is underserved and craves a destination they can trust with exceptional originals and curated movies and TV shows," said Wonder Project founder Jon Erwin in a statement. "With the new Wonder Project subscription on Prime Video, we will be delivering all of that and more." House of David tells the story of the biblical figure David, "who eventually becomes the most renowned and celebrated king of Israel," according to an official description. Michael Iskander stars.
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GMA Network
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
GMA's Hollywood correspondent Janet R. Nepales featured in ‘The Extraordinary 85: A Compilation of Quezon City's Women of Merit & Excellence in Nation Building'
GMA's Hollywood correspondent Janet Susan R. Nepales has been included in the roster of distinguished women highlighted in the publication, 'The Extraordinary 85: A Compilation of Quezon City's Women of Merit & Excellence in Nation Building.' Nepales, who is the columnist of 'The Hollywood Insider' on GMA News Online, was born and raised in Quezon City. She was the valedictorian at Quezon City High School and at the Morato Elementary School where she graduated. Now based in Los Angeles, Nepales is an award-winning journalist and the first Filipina voting member and Associate of the Golden Globe Awards. She has been a member since 2008 and has held various positions in the association as an officer and board member and became the first Filipina Executive Secretary and Treasurer. She was an executive producer of the Golden Globes for four consecutive years and authored the coffee table book 'FASHION. Filipino. Hollywood. The World.' A Founding Member of the Golden Globe Foundation (GGF), Janet is a member of the Golden Globe Foundation Grant Program Task Force since August 2024. In the same month, she became the first Filipina to be elected to the Golden Globe Advisory Board, of which she is a member. Janet is also a Board Member of the SOHO International Film Festival NYC, the Asian World International Film Festival and is a co-Founder and Board Member of the Manila International Film Festival. She won the Silver Telly Award in The Telly Awards for the I DREAM OF THE PHILIPPINES campaign for the Philippine Airlines and the Miss Filipina International (MFI) in the Travel and Tourism – Promotional Video category in August 2024. Nepales is a University of Santo Tomas (UST) Journalism cum laude graduate who was also managing editor of the university paper, The Varsitarian, and editor-in-chief of the College of Arts & Letters' school magazine, The Flame. Janet was recognized by the Filipina Women's Network (FWN) as one of the '100 Most Influential Filipino Women in the U.S.' in 2012 and one of the '100 Most Influential Filipino Women in the World' in 2013. She is a co-author of the first FWN book entitled DISRUPT: Filipina Women: Proud. Loud. Leading Without A Doubt. She received the President's Lifetime Achievement Award in Journalism from President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. at The Outstanding Filipinos in America (TOFA) Awards held last September 16, 2022, in New York. She is a consistent winner in the Los Angeles Press Club's annual Southern California Journalism Awards and the annual National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards. Nepales was awarded 'Journalist of the Year' by the Filipino American Press Club of California (FAPCCA) in 2022. She was also awarded by the FAPCCA in 2022 the Senate Certificate of Recognition as Journalist/Author by Senator Susan Rubio, 22nd District. Nepales is also a columnist for CHIC Compass Magazine and ManilaUp Magazine. She is married to journalist Ruben V. Nepales with whom she has two daughters – Bianca Nicole and Rafaella Angelica. — LA, GMA Integrated News


Hindustan Times
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Madonna gives fans a sneak peek into her $40 million apartment and luxe wardrobe
Pop icon Madonna has yet again proven why she remains a fashion and culture icon. The 66-year-old musician offered her fans a sneak peek into her $40 million Upper East Side apartment, this time through an Instagram post featuring highlights from her designer wardrobe. Madonna's recent Instagram post celebrates her fashion influence, featuring her stylish attire and a nod to the Berlin brand Saint Sass.(Photo by Angela WEISS / AFP)(AFP) According to a report, the Material Girl singer shared a carousel of images taken in her expensive walk-in closet, giving her followers a glimpse of her eclectic and luxe fashion sense. She captioned the post, 'Life in my bathroom lately! Also. It's important to read the fine print………..IF YOU WANT IT.' Her caption was a reference to a standout pair of tights from Berlin-based label Saint Sass with a Cher quote embroidered, 'Mom, I AM a Rich Man," as reported by US Weekly. Madonna's wardrobe features Saint Sass, Aupen, and other luxury brands The $52 Saint Sass tights were paired by the pop icon with a blue T-shirt and fuzzy slippers, showcasing Madonna's signature mix of couture and casual fashion. Her $100,000 custom Aupen handbag made of crocodile leather was also on exhibit. She accessorized it with a black-and-silver corset dress, tights, and loafers to create a striking ensemble. The German fashion label responded to Madonna's shout-out; they expressed that Madonna wearing their tights was a huge milestone for the 'tiny Berlin brand'. The brand wrote, 'This will be a core memory FOREVER.' Also read: Is Madonna related to Pope Leo XIV? All about her shocking connection to pontiff About Madonna's Upper East Side home Madonna has lately been sharing glimpses of her New York home through her social media. In May, this year, she invited fashion influencer Lyas into her wardrobe for a video tour during which she spoke about the golden era of Paris fashion week in the '90s. She lamented the lack of depth and cultural immersion in modern fashion shows. According to the report, Madonna, who relocated to New York City from Bay City, Michigan, in 1978, now resides in a 13-bedroom mansion that is adorned with framed pictures of herself with former President Barack Obama, her Golden Globe Awards, a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame plaque, and original artwork by Keith Haring and Jean-Michel Basquiat. From fourth-floor walk-ups to fashion royalty, while Madonna's trajectory and reign are unparalleled, it is now completely evident. FAQs Q: Where does Madonna live now? A: Madonna resides in a $40 million mansion on Manhattan's Upper East Side. Q: What brand were Madonna's viral tights? A: Her 'Mom, I Am a Rich Man' tights are by Berlin-based fashion label Saint Sass. Q: How many bedrooms are in Madonna's NYC home? A: The apartment reportedly has 13 bedrooms. Q: What designer bag did Madonna show in her recent Instagram post? A: She was seen with a custom $100,000 crocodile leather bag by Aupen and a Nirvana Deluxe Noir bag from the same brand. Q: What awards and memorabilia are in Madonna's home? A: Her home features Golden Globes, a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame plaque, and a framed photo with Barack Obama.