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50 Cent Joins "Street Fighter" Movie
Yara Sameh Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson is the latest addition to the eclectic cast of "Street Fighter", Legendary Entertainment's feature adaptation of the classic Capcom video game. The call sheet ranges from A-lister Jason Momoa as Blanka to heartthrob Noah Centineo as Ken to country singer Orville Peck as Vega and Andrew Schulz as Dan Hibiki. Joe Anoa'i, aka WWE superstar Roman Reign, and martial artist-actor Andrew Koji (Warrior) are on the roll call as battler Akuma and lead character Ryu, respectively. Callina Liang (Presence) is playing Chun-Li. The rapper turned actor and entrepreneur will play Balrog, a disgraced boxer who is also the bodyguard of the villain. Sources say Jackson is deep into training for the part and will be doing his stunts for the adaptation. Kitao Sakurai (The Eric Andre Show) is directing the feature, which begins production in August in Australia. Legendary is co-developing and co-producing alongside Capcom. While the film's plot remains under wraps, Street Fighter, launched in 1987, is a series of fighting games revolving around intense one-on-one battles between martial artists. The games are often centered around a global fighting tournament organized by M. Bison, the leader of the evil organization Shadaloo. Street Fighter has sold over 55 million units worldwide since its launch, making it one of the most well-known and highest-grossing video game franchises of all time. The Grammy-winning Jackson, who has sold over 30 million albums, is known in Hollywood circles for his TV empire fueled by the various Power series for Starz. His G-Unit Film & Television also produced ABC's For Life and recently completed production on season four of "Black Mafia" Family for Starz, along with season two of the Black Mafia Family docuseries. In 2024, Jackson partnered with Lionsgate to launch 50 Cent Action, a FAST channel that has since been named the No. 1 action channel on Roku and LG FAST platforms. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean
IOL News
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- Entertainment
- IOL News
Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson steps into the ring as Balrog in 'Street Fighter'
Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson will join Jason Momoa and Noah Centineo in "Street Fighter". Image: Instagram. Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson is stepping into the iconic world of "Street Fighter", the live-action adaptation of the popular Capcom video game. The rapper-turned-actor and businessman has been cast as Balrog, a disgraced boxer and bodyguard to the film's villain. Joining Jackson in this star-studded ensemble are WWE superstar Joe Anoa'i, better known as Roman Reigns, who will portray the fearsome battler Akuma and martial artist Andrew Koji, celebrated for his role in "Warrior", taking on the lead character Ryu. Rounding out the cast is Callina Liang, who will play Chun-Li, Jason Momoa as Blanka, heartthrob Noah Centineo as Ken and country singer Orville Peck as Vega. As Jackson prepares for his role as Balrog, online reports indicate that he is fully committed to the character, engaging in extensive training and performing his own stunts. The hip hop mogul, known for his rigorous work ethic, took to Instagram celebrating his new role with the post, 'No Days off, Let's work all roads lead to Shreveport Boom.' Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading The film, directed by Kitao Sakurai of The Eric Andre Show, began production in August in Australia, with the collaboration of Legendary Entertainment and Capcom promising a fresh take on the classic franchise. The details of the film's plot remain tightly under wraps, keeping both diehard fans and newcomers to the franchise guessing. "Street Fighter", originally launched as an arcade game in 1987, quickly ascended to pop culture prestige with the release of "Street Fighter II" in 1991, which revolutionised one-on-one gaming. The latest entry, "Street Fighter 6", debuted in June 2023, garnering acclaim as the best fighting game from the Game Awards. Jackson's thriving Hollywood career includes more than just his comeback to the big screen. He is known for his success as a producer on "Power", and he's also been busy with several projects, including upcoming films like "SkillHouse" and "Free Agents". Meanwhile, "Street Fighter" has attracted attention not only for its casting but also for its potential to rectify the missteps of the past. Fans yearn for a true portrayal of the series after the 1994 adaptation, which starred Jean-Claude Van Damme and was a commercial and critical failure. With an ensemble that features A-listers, hopes are high that this adaptation can encapsulate the spirit and thrill of the franchise. The film is slated for release on March 20, 2026.
Express Tribune
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Roman Reigns cast as Akuma in upcoming live-action Street Fighter movie
WWE superstar Roman Reigns is stepping into the world of video game cinema with his latest role as Akuma in the live-action Street Fighter film. According to a report by The Hollywood Reporter, Reigns joins a growing cast in Legendary Entertainment's reboot of the iconic fighting game franchise. While the film's plot remains under wraps, the casting news comes alongside confirmation that rapper 50 Cent (Curtis Jackson) is also set to appear, reportedly playing the role of Balrog. The new Street Fighter adaptation continues to build hype with its star-studded lineup, which already includes Andrew Koji as Ryu, Noah Centineo as Ken, Callina Liang as Chun-Li, and Jason Momoa rumored to portray Blanka. Reigns, who has been off WWE television since his character was written out by a faction involving Seth Rollins, Bron Breakker, and Paul Heyman on the RAW after WrestleMania 41, now turns his focus to the big screen. Taking on the role of Akuma—a powerful, red-haired martial artist known for his dark techniques—marks a bold new chapter in Reigns' entertainment career. The film is being developed by Legendary in partnership with Capcom, and it is expected to lean heavily into the iconic Street Fighter II characters and storyline. Directed by Kitao Sakurai, best known for The Eric Andre Show, the film was initially slated for a March 2026 release but has since been delayed. As production ramps up, fans of both pro wrestling and classic fighting games are eager to see how Roman Reigns brings the fierce Akuma to life on screen.
Express Tribune
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Jason Momoa, Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, Roman Reigns in talks for new 'Street Fighter' film
Jason Momoa, Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo and Roman Reigns are in early talks to star in the upcoming Street Fighter movie from Legendary Entertainment and Capcom. The project, based on the iconic video game franchise, will be directed by Kitao Sakurai, known for The Eric Andre Show. The cast has not yet been finalised, but these early negotiations suggest a high-profile lineup for the adaptation. Legendary is co-developing and co-producing the film with Capcom, ensuring the involvement of the game's original creators. Street Fighter, first launched in 1987, became a genre-defining series with the release of Street Fighter II in 1991, introducing unique characters and styles to competitive fighting games. Its latest instalment, Street Fighter 6, released in 2023, won best fighting game at the Game Awards. Previous film adaptations include the 1994 Street Fighter starring Jean-Claude Van Damme and 2009's Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li. The new adaptation follows a wave of successful video game films including The Super Mario Bros. Movie and the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise.
The Independent
08-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Eric Andre opens up about being ‘intimidated' by Madonna after bizarre onstage interaction
Comedian Eric Andre has claimed he was 'intimidated' after Madonna sent him a DM following a bizarre onstage interaction between the pair. In March 2024, Andre made a guest appearance at the pop superstar's concert at the Kia Forum Stadium in Los Angeles as part of her Celebration Tour. The 42-year-old, best known for his offbeat parody talk show The Eric Andre Show, took part in the 'Vogue' section of the show where he had to score various dancers out of 10. After being inspired to get involved with the dancing himself, Andre chose to drop his trousers and expose his bare backside to the shocked audience which Madonna found hilarious. Speaking about the incident on Jimmy Kimmel Live (7 April), Andre claimed that 'Madonna has a bit of a crush on me' and that she 'slid into my DMs'. Kimmel asked him to share what the popstar had sent him but Andre remained coy: 'I don't want to put her on front street but there was a little bit of chemistry between was some flirtation.' When asked if he acted on this potential relationship Andre admitted: 'I'm way too intimidated by Madonna. That's the queen of pop. You can't just waltz in there and start 'schtooping' Madonna. You've gotta come in there with roses, you've gotta play Boyz II Men and you've gotta drip chocolate needs to be romanced. She slept with 2Pac and Basquiat – you've gotta bring your A-game.' Kimmel asked if he was interested to which he said he was and added: 'My sister called me and she was like: 'You need to get with Madonna and I'm not taking no for an answer' and she hung up on me. That's a true story but I'm too shy.' It comes after Andre expressed his regret over turning down Kieran Culkin's Oscar-winning role in Jesse Eisenberg's A Real Pain. Culkin, 42, who played Eisenberg's outspoken on-screen cousin, Benji Kaplan, in the dark comedy-drama, won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor at the March ceremony. However, according to André, it could've been him. 'Two years ago, Jesse Eisenberg called me … offered me the [ A Real Pain ] role that Kieran Culkin got the Oscar for,' the 2 Broke Girls alum, 42, recalled on Andrew Santino's Whiskey Ginger podcast. He said he declined the role after reading the script because the movie seemed 'miserable and not in my lane.' 'I was like, 'To go to Poland for six weeks and shoot a movie where we're just babbling about the Holocaust, seems like a bummer,'' André explained.
