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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Seth Rogen says his audition for 'Gigli' "would end" his career today
Actor and comedian Seth Rogen recalled the last time he auditioned for a role in 'Gigli' that would have ended his career. Actor and comedian Seth Rogen recalled the last time he auditioned for a role in 'Gigli' that would have ended his career. 'Gigli' is a 2003 American romantic comedy crime film written, co-produced, and directed by Martin Brest, and starring Ben Affleck , Jennifer Lopez , Justin Bartha , Al Pacino, Christopher Walken, and Lainie Kazan. Seth Rogen opened up about his audition for 2003's Gigli and why he's glad the tape of his work is seemingly gone. Rogen auditioned for the role of a "boy with a cognitive disability" in the Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez film. The part ultimately went to Justin Bartha and the film became a notorious critical and commercial flop, reported People. He appeared on the recent episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live! and shared, "It has been a long time," adding, "And man, honestly thank God it was mostly physical VHS tapes and stuff like that that was being used when I was auditioning for things, because the things I auditioned for, in retrospect, if they were out there in the world, it would end my career very, very fast, I believe," reported People. "Well, there's a movie called Gigli ... that stars Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez and in the film, they're assassins or something like that," he said. The 2003 romantic crime drama was a notorious critical and commercial flop. "In Gigli, they're assassins who are sent to watch over a boy who -- and this was not the words they used at the time - but had a cognitive disability, let's say," Rogen continued. "And so I, as an aspiring young actor ... I auditioned for this boy with a cognitive disability and I don't think the script was written in what, by today's standards, would be the most sensitive portrayal of a boy with a cognitive disability," reported People. Rogen, who at the time had starred in the TV series Freaks and Geeks and Undeclared, also said that he "didn't get a lot of auditions," and he knew the movie was being helmed by "great director," Martin Brest, who had done Beverly Hills Cop and and Midnight Run. "I don't think I wore a helmet into the audition itself, but it was at play," Rogen said. "And I'm tempted to do an impression of what I did, but I can't even do it! I can't! That's how bad it was! It's so bad I dare not even portray what I did in this audition, because I went for it. I saw myself at the Oscars." "And truthfully if that tape was out in the world today, this would be the last interview you ever saw me do, other than my apology tour," he said. The role Rogen auditioned for, Brian, was ultimately played by Justin Bartha. The A.V. Club wrote in a 2021 article in which they revisited Gigli, "Pretty much everything about the depiction of Brian's disability falls into the 'oh no' category," reported People.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Seth Rogen eyes Vin Diesel for 'The Studio' season 2
Seth Rogen , the co-creator and star of the hit series ' The Studio ,' has expressed his desire to have Vin Diesel join the show's second season. In a recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Rogen discussed the show's renewal and his enthusiasm for potential guest stars. 'The Studio' has already made a significant impact with its first season, featuring many celebrity cameos, including Charlize Theron, Martin Scorsese, and Zac Efron. The show revolves around Matt Remick, a studio head, and Rogen's character plays a central role in the series. When asked about potential guest stars for season two, Rogen mentioned Vin Diesel as one of the actors he would love to work with. "I think Vin Diesel would be very funny and fun to work with, mostly because if you think about it, he's only in those Fast & Furious movies," Rogen said, as quoted by The Hollywood Reporter. He added that seeing Diesel outside of his iconic role as Dominic Toretto would be exciting, given his strong association with the franchise. Rogen took the opportunity to extend an invitation to Diesel directly during the interview, joking about Diesel's alleged habit of watching Jimmy Kimmel Live! regularly. "I assume you're watching this as you do every night. I assume you're watching it while driving like a 65 Pontiac. If you would please consider, maybe we can organise a Zoom -- and I'll capture your baldness on a hard drive," Rogen said, as quoted by The Hollywood Reporter. With the show's renewal for a second season, fans can expect more celebrity cameos and engaging storylines.
Hindustan Times
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Seth Rogen wants Vin Diesel to feature in 'The Studio 2': He will be fun to work with
Los Angeles, Actor-comedian Seth Rogen says he wants Vin Diesel to join the upcoming comedy series "The Studio 2". Seth Rogen wants Vin Diesel to feature in 'The Studio 2': He will be fun to work with The first season of the hit Apple TV series released on March 26, starring Rogen alongside Kathryn Hahn and Chase Sui Wonders. The renewal of the series for another season was announced in May. When asked about the actors Rogen would want to have in the show, the actor took the name of Diesel, adding there are many with whom he would want to collaborate. "There's a lot of actors I would love to work with, and some specifically who I think, you know, their personas are funny to explore. I think Vin Diesel would be very funny and fun to work with, mostly because if you think about it, he's only in those 'Fast & Furious' movies," he said at Jimmy Kimmel Live!. The 43-year-old actor noted some audiences know Diesel mostly for his "Fast & Furious" character, Dominic Toretto. "For most of the people's lifetime who are in their 20s now, he's only ever been Dominic Toretto, ever. So to see him outside of Dominic Toretto to me, would be very exciting," he added. Host of the show, Jimmy Kimmel, jokingly added that Diesel is the regular viewer of the show, following which, Rogen decided to pitch the project to the actor through the episode. "I assume you're watching this as you do every night. I assume you're watching it while driving like a 65 Pontiac. If you would please consider, maybe we can organize a Zoom — and I'll capture your baldness on a hard drive," he said. Directed by Rogen and Evan Goldberg, "The Studio" was created by the actor alongside Goldberg, Peter Huyck, Alex Gregory and Frida Perez. It comprised 10 episodes. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
Mint
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Seth Rogen eyes Vin Diesel for The Studio season 2
Washington [US], June 22 (ANI): Seth Rogen, the co-creator and star of the hit Apple TV plus series 'The Studio,' has expressed his desire to have Vin Diesel join the show's second season. In a recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Rogen discussed the show's renewal and his enthusiasm for potential guest stars. 'The Studio' has already made a significant impact with its first season, featuring many celebrity cameos, including Charlize Theron, Martin Scorsese, and Zac Efron. The show revolves around Matt Remick, a studio head, and Rogen's character plays a central role in the series. When asked about potential guest stars for season two, Rogen mentioned Vin Diesel as one of the actors he would love to work with. "I think Vin Diesel would be very funny and fun to work with, mostly because if you think about it, he's only in those Fast & Furious movies," Rogen said, as quoted by The Hollywood Reporter. He added that seeing Diesel outside of his iconic role as Dominic Toretto would be exciting, given his strong association with the franchise. Rogen took the opportunity to extend an invitation to Diesel directly during the interview, joking about Diesel's alleged habit of watching Jimmy Kimmel Live! regularly. "I assume you're watching this as you do every night. I assume you're watching it while driving like a 65 Pontiac. If you would please consider, maybe we can organise a Zoom -- and I'll capture your baldness on a hard drive," Rogen said, as quoted by The Hollywood Reporter. With the show's renewal for a second season, fans can expect more celebrity cameos and engaging storylines. (ANI)
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Seth Rogen reveals why his 'Gigli' audition tape could have ruined his career
Seth Rogen , known for his comedic roles and successful career spanning over two decades, recently shared an amusing and humbling recollection of an audition from over twenty years ago. Appearing on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Rogen opened up about his experience auditioning for the 2003 romantic comedy 'Gigli', a film that would later become infamous for being the launchpad for the Bennifer era. In a candid interview, Rogen recalled his time as an "aspiring young actor" in the early 2000s, when he sought the role of Brian, a mentally challenged hostage. Ultimately, the part went to actor Justin Bartha , but Rogen's audition experience would become a lasting memory for him. "It has been a long time," Rogen remarked, reflecting on the audition, adding, "And thank god it was mostly physical VHS tapes and stuff like that that was being used when I was auditioning for things. Because the things I auditioned for, in retrospect, if they were out there in the world, they would end my career very, very fast, I believe," as quoted by Deadline. He explained that the script for 'Gigli' was not exactly a beacon of sensitivity when it came to portraying a character with a cognitive disability, especially by today's standards. Rogen humorously admitted that his take on the role was far from respectful, revealing that his interpretation would likely spark outrage if ever exposed to the public today. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Rogen recounted how eager he was to impress the film's esteemed director, Martin Brest, and the star-studded cast. "I wanted to leave an impression," he said, adding that his overzealous attempt to stand out might have gone a bit too far. "I don't think I wore a helmet into the audition itself, but it was at play," he said, referencing how far he might have gone to embody the role. "And I'm tempted to do an impression of what I did, but I can't even do it. I can't. That's how bad it was. It's so bad. I dare not even portray what I did in this audition. Because I went for it. I saw myself at the Oscars," he said, as quoted by Deadline. Acknowledging just how cringeworthy the audition was, Rogen felt dread at the thought of that VHS tape ever being released. "Truthfully, if that tape was out [in] the world today, this would be the last interview you ever saw me do," he said, adding, "Other than, like, my apology tour. Please, if you have it, burn it. Please sell it to me. I will buy it," as quoted by Deadline.
