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Mint
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
'Leave me out of it': Mahershala Ali jokes about Marvels Blade Reboot delay
Washington, DC [US], July 7 (ANI): The discussions and delays surrounding Marvel's 'Blade Reboot' have not only annoyed its fans but also some celebrities. Mahershala Ali is one of them. While appearing on Vogue's 'Off the Cuff' alongside his 'Jurassic World Rebirth' co-stars Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey, Ali dodged the question when Bailey asked how many Marvel films they've both starred in, reported Variety. "Leave me out of it. That's a Scarlett question," Ali joked, as quoted by Variety. "Well, there's one that we're very excited about," Bailey quipped back, referencing Ali's long-delayed 'Blade' reboot. Although the feature comic book adaptation about the daywalking vampire hunter has been in production limbo for the past six years, Ali recently told Variety he remains ready to take on the titular role. "Call Marvel," Ali said at the New York premiere of "Jurassic World Rebirth." "I'm ready. Let them know I'm ready," as quoted by Variety. First announced in 2019, 'Blade' has experienced a revolving door of actors and directors, with Marvel unable to get the film off the ground. Despite the ongoing issues, Marvel CEO Kevin Feige said at D23 Brazil 2024 that the comic book titan is "committed" to bringing "Blade" back to the big screen. "We love the character. We love Mahershala's take on him. And rest assured: whenever we change direction with a project or are still figuring out how it fits into our schedule, we let the audience know. You're all up to date on what's happening. But I can tell you that the character will indeed make it to the MCU," Feige said as quoted by Variety. It was recently revealed that Ryan Coolger's 'Sinners' featured costumes originally intended for 'Blade,' but went unused after the Marvel production hit a roadblock, hinting at another example of the movie's long delay. Marvel first confirmed the Blade reboot with Ali back in 2019, according to Deadline. (ANI)
Vogue
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue
Jurassic World Rebirth Stars Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey, and Mahershala Ali Talk Secret Fears, Skincare, and Sitcoms in the Latest Edition of Off the Cuff
Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey may have taken on some fairly intense roles in the new Jurassic World Rebirth, but they're all laughs and good-natured teasing when they get together for a slightly silly, hopefully stress-busting round of Q&As as part of Vogue's Off the Cuff series. In case you're under the impression that stars of this caliber have no fears, don't be fooled: Ali is terrified of mice to the degree that 'New York is hard for me' (although, as Bailey and Johansson wisely note, those are mostly rats!), while Bailey is…afraid of chiffon? Once it's time to talk skincare, we learn that Johansson uses all her own skincare products (likely thing for her to do), while Ali is devoted to rosehip oil and Bailey is a fan of hyaluronic acid—and the occasional facial. And as for the shows they loved growing up? Johansson was a big fan of Nick at Nite, particularly savorings its reruns of I Love Lucy, Rhoda and Taxi, while Ali was into Diff'rent Strokes, Good Times, and Thirtysomething and Bailey's tween Fridays included The Simpsons, Robot Wars, and an Australian soap called Heartbreak High. From flossing (Bailey's very proud of his battery-powered water flosser) to what they'd do if they could swap bodies for one day (Bailey swears he'd 'put on a Black Widow wig, take all my clothes off, and lie in Times Square' if he were turned into Johansson, while Johansson would be 'so excited to be tall' if she were turned into Ali), no topic is off-limits for this tremendous trio. Watch the full video for yourself for proof. Director: Gabrielle Reich Editor: Sara Rao Producer: Chase Lewis Associate Producer: Lea Donenberg Production Assistant: Erica Palmieri Production Coordinator: Tanía Jones Production Manager: Kristen Helmick Line Producer: Natasha Soto-Albors Assistant Editor: Billy Ward Post Production Coordinator: Holly Frew Supervising Editor: Kameron Key Post Production Supervisor: Alexa Deutsch Talent Manager: Phoebe Dishner Associate Director, Video Talent: Meredith Judkins Executive Producer: Rahel Gebreyes Senior Director, Digital Video: Romy van den Broeke Senior Director, Programming: Linda Gittleson VP, Video Programming: Thespena Guatieri Special Thanks: Glass Engine
The Print
01-07-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Pakistan & North Korea are the 2 countries involved in Nuclear proliferation, says Israeli envoy to India
New Delhi: Two countries are involved in the global proliferation of weapons of mass destruction—Pakistan and North Korea—said Reuven Azar, Israel's ambassador to India at ThePrint's Off the Cuff Monday. Azar added that Iran, which had openly promised to transfer such weapons to non-state actors, led to Israel's military strikes against Tehran's nuclear programme. 'Look, you were asking before about what if Iran becomes nuclear. Most of the nuclear countries I know are not proliferating weapons of mass destruction. I know two of them that have been doing that. One of them is North Korea. The second is Pakistan, right? What if you had a country that actually already was planning to transfer a nuclear bomb to the Houthis?' Azar said, while in conversation with Shekhar Gupta, ThePrint's Editor-in-Chief. The Israeli ambassador added: 'This is intelligence that our prime minister exposed only last week. They were planning to transfer a nuclear bomb to the Houthis. Can you imagine that? Yeah, because they are non-state actors. They are non-state actors with more than half a state with them. So this is complicated.' Azar pointed out that Iran, while a member of the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), was seeking to build a bomb, with the goal of 'exterminating' Israel in 2027, through the use of 'missile barrages' and a ground invasion from the 'North and the South'. However, the Israeli ambassador claimed that Hamas launched its attacks on Israel on 7 October 2023, foiling Tehran's plan. 'What is interesting to see is that Hamas actually foiled the Iranian plan. And there was a document published about two weeks ago that our intelligence caught from Hamas archives, which showed the leader of Hamas was apologising to [Hassan] Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah, for attacking Israel without coordinating [with] it. This was on the 7th of October,' said Azar. The strategic situation in West Asia Hamas' attacks had a cascading effect on Iran's security calculus. Tehran, which had painstakingly built a number of proxy forces to surround Israel, was on the back foot, especially following the degrading of Hezbollah's capabilities in Lebanon, by Israel. This led to a perception of 'vulnerability' within Iran, that led it to enrich uranium at very high rates, as it sought to go nuclear with its ballistic missiles, the Israeli ambassador explained in building the context to Tel Aviv's strategy in the past weeks. In the early hours of 13 June, the Israeli military launched Operation Rising Lion—military strikes targeting Iran's nuclear facilities and key personnel. Within the first few days, a number of senior Iranian military officials and nuclear scientists were killed. Roughly a week later, the US joined Tel Aviv, with its own Operation Midnight Hammer, that struck three Iranian nuclear facilities—Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan. US President Donald J. Trump has asserted that the American strikes have 'completely obliterated' Iran's nuclear ambitions. Azar made it clear that Israel's operation had the blessings of the American administration from the beginning. 'The Americans told us, okay, give us 60 days, we'll try to negotiate with the Iranians. But if they don't comply with our demands, go ahead. Not only that, they planned this with us. So on day 61, we attacked. We dealt with two threats that were threats to eliminate our country, to annihilate us. One was the nuclear military threat, and the second, the ballistic missile threat,' Azar said. At the time, Iran was negotiating a deal with the US for its nuclear programme, with the fifth round of talks set to be held on 15 June in Oman. However, following the strikes, Iran pulled out of the deal. The conflict ended after 12 days, with both Tel Aviv and Tehran agreeing to a ceasefire. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had in an address to the Iranians, called for its people to rise up against the current administration. However, Azar clarified that 'regime change' was never a part of Tel Aviv's strategy during Operation Rising Lion. 'Nobody was planning to invade Iran or to take care of a nation of 100 million people. And therefore, as a democracy (Israel), which, you know, is accountable to its people, which actually has a conscription army, we are not in the business of, you know, dragging our people to endless wars to change the political landscape in other countries,' said Azar. The Israeli ambassador added: 'We are not capable of doing it. We don't have the will, okay? So we concentrated on these two goals (ending the nuclear programme and ballistic threat). And of course, you know, I would be very happy if there would be a regime change in Iran, but it depends on the Iranian people.' (Edited by Viny Mishra) Also read: Has Tel Aviv sought US aid to strike Iran's nuclear mountain? What Israeli envoy to India had to say
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Off the Cuff and dancing like no one's watching
DES MOINES, Iowa — Two longtime friends, letting loose and laughing hard. From high school dance floors to weekend shenanigans, Ed Wilson and Keith Murphy swap stories, share memories, and don't hold back. One's dancing like nobody's watching, the other's got the video to prove it. It's unfiltered, funny, and just what you'd expect from two guys who've known each other this long. Hit play—you'll feel like you're right there with them. Past Episodes: Off the Cuff and dancing like no one's watching Off the Cuff and at the first concert w/ Ed & Murph Off the Cuff and on the tee with Ed and Murph Off the Cuff with Ed & Murph: Out to eat with the (adult)kids Off the Cuff with Ed & Murph: What's up with Drake Relays weather? Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Off the Cuff and on the tee with Ed and Murph
DES MOINES, Iowa — Keith Murphy and Ed Wilson talk about their experiences getting out and taking in a round of golf. It's not always easy to chase your mistakes around the course, but Keith and Ed enjoy it the most with friends and family. Previous Off the Cuff Episodes: Off the Cuff and on the tee with Ed and Murph Off the Cuff with Ed & Murph: Out to eat with the (adult)kids Off the Cuff with Ed & Murph: What's up with Drake Relays weather? Off the Cuff with Ed & Murph: Ed's new ride Off the Cuff with Ed & Murph: In the ring with Colin Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
