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Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Smurfs OTT release: Where and when to expect the animated comedy drama online
Smurfs OTT release: Smurfs, which hit the screens on July 18, has created a buzz among fans with its inherently amusing storyline and intriguing trailer. The animated film, which is a reboot of the live-action The Smurfs film series, is backed by Paramount Pictures. This means that the audience can expect it to premiere on Paramount+, the banner's streaming service, after its run in theatres. The official release date is yet to be announced. However, Paramount movies usually premiere on OTT two months after their release. Going by this, Smurfs is likely to be on the platform by mid-September Smurfs plot and cast explored In the 2025 animated film Smurfs, Smurfette (voiced by Rihanna) takes charge when Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is taken captive by the villainous duo of Gargamel and Razamel. Joined by the quirky newbie No Name Smurf (James Corden), she leads the Smurfs on an epic quest across Paris, Munich, and the Australian Outback. During this magical journey, Smurftette and her allies face magical threats and form unlikely alliances. They also realise the importance of unity and teamwork. Directed by Chris Miller and written by Pam Brady, Smurfs also stars Sandra Oh, Dan Levy, Octavia Spencer, Nick Offerman, and Maya Erskine in key voice roles. It is a reboot of The Smurfs film saga. The franchise includes The Smurfs (2011), The Smurfs 2 (2013), Smurfs: The Lost Village (2017), Smurfs review Smurfs has failed to impress critics. The comedy drama holds an underwhelming score of 21% on Rotten Tomatoes, a review aggregator website, based on 70 reviews. 'Antic and zany without being particularly fun, this incarnation of Smurfs just isn't the smurfest tool in the shed,' reads the critics' consensus. This has affected its commercial performance. Smurfs box office performance Shot on a budget of $ 58 million, Smurfs had the potential to emerge as a money spinner. This, however, has not happened. It has made $2.9 million so far and failed to click with the audience. It faces competition from last week's release Superman globally. In India, Saiyaara (released this Friday) has emerged as the top choice of the audience.
Pink Villa
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Smurfs Day 1 India Box Office: Paramount's animated flick voiced by Rihanna takes a tepid Rs 40 lakh net start
Smurfs, directed by Chris Miller, and voiced by Rihanna, James Corden, John Goodman and others, opened to low numbers at the India box office. The film managed to collect only Rs 40 lakh net on its first day and the long term prospects of the film also seem bleak too, as the initial word of mouth is unfavourable. Smurfs Used To Once Be A Very Big Box Office Franchise Smurfs, as a franchise, is past its prime. In its hay days, its film The Smurfs (2011) managed to gross around USD 570 million globally. Everything looked great for the franchise in terms of anticipation and excitement. The Smurfs 2 (2013) was also a bonafied blockbuster, grossing little under USD 400 million globally. The major downturn came with Smurfs: The Lost Village (2017), which although emerged a hit at the box office, grossed half of what its predicessor did. This should have been a red signal for the makers of Smurfs, to be cautious about what they put out next. Smurfs Looks To Gross Less Than The Underperforming Smurfs: The Lost Village Worldwide The new Smurfs movie looks to be doing significantly less than The Lost Village did. The promotions of the film were low key, suggesting that the makers were perhaps underconfident about their movie. Also, with Pixar's Elio sealing a disastrous fate despite positive reviews, the makers of Smurfs must've thought it would be best to not go all out with the marketing. Smurfs Shall Observe Slight Growth In India On Saturday Smurfs shall see a slight growth on Saturday in India. The growth on Saturday is customary for all films, regardless of the word of mouth. In its lifetime, the animated film shall be lucky to be doing Rs 3 crore net. Paramount shall be observing the box office performance very closely. The dull initials should be a wake up call for the makers. They either need to rebrand the franchise or try mixing it up with the other animated franchises for better long term prospects. Smurfs In Theatres Smurfs plays in theatres. You can book your tickets now. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates.
RTÉ News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
SOS please! Rihanna's Smurfs outing is 50 shades of blue
Grammy winner Rihanna heads a star-studded cast in this nostalgic reimagining of an '80s cartoon classic that never finds its rhythm. After two underwhelming live-action/CGI hybrids - The Smurfs (2011) and The Smurfs 2 (2013) - failed to charm audiences, Sony and Columbia Pictures went back to basics with 2017's fully animated Smurfs: The Lost Village. Though visually more faithful to the original comics, it didn't spark the franchise revival fans hoped for. Seeking a fresh direction, The Peyo Company - the Belgian guardian of the Smurfs legacy - handed the reins to Paramount Pictures for a brand-new reboot. The change in studio and style does little to help director Chris Miller's (Puss in Boots, Shrek the Third) CGI iteration of the blue mushroom-dwellers, which buckles under the weight of its own ambition. Screenwriter Pam Brady's (South Park) script takes aim at fantasy tropes with a familiar premise: evil wizards, once again obsessed with world domination, who kidnap Papa Smurf (voiced by John Goodman) in an effort to unlock the secrets of an ancient magical book. With their leader gone, the responsibility of launching a rescue mission falls to Smurfette (voiced by Rihanna, who also serves as a producer). She's joined by a team of familiar faces: the strong and dependable Hefty Smurf (Alex Winter), the ever-anxious Worry Smurf (Billie Lourd), and the flamboyantly self-absorbed Vanity Smurf (Maya Erskine), each perfectly embodying their names. Then there's No Name, a Smurf voiced by James Corden, who's deep in the throes of an identity crisis. Unlike his companions, he has no defining trait, no clear purpose, not even a gimmick, making him oddly the most relatable of them all. The film's overcrowded subplots jet-set from Paris to Australia and beyond, while its jarring mix of CGI, traditional animation, and Claymation results in a visually chaotic and disjointed jumble. The story quickly becomes tangled and unnecessarily complex. It's confusing for adults, and downright baffling for kids. The characters, despite the star power of Nick Offerman, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh and Jimmy Kimmel, never get beyond shallow caricatures. The one saving grace? Daniel Pemberton's energetic score and Rihanna's catchy song Friend of Mine, which will have your little ones dancing down the aisles. By the credits, you'll be channeling your inner Grumpy Smurf - frustrated, disappointed, and wondering why this reboot couldn't smurf its way to better.
Bangkok Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Bangkok Post
New movies out this week: July 17-23
New releases that hit cinemas in Thailand this week. Karate Kid: Legends Directed by Jonathan Entwistle. Who's in it? Jackie Chan, Ben Wang and Joshua Jackson. What's it about? After kung fu prodigy Li Fong relocates to New York City, he attracts unwanted attention from a local karate champion and embarks on a journey to enter the ultimate karate competition with the help of Mr. Han and Daniel LaRusso. Why watch it? Ralph Macchio was 63 at the time of this film's release, 12 years older than Pat Morita was when "The Karate Kid' (1984) was released. Smurfs Directed by Chris Miller. Who's in it? Natasha Lyonne, Hannah Waddingham and Kurt Russell. What's it about? When Papa Smurf is taken by evil wizards Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette leads the Smurfs on a mission to the real world to save him. Why watch it? During release, all Smurfs movies from the 21st century have had Smurfette voiced by a famous singer in The Smurfs (2011) and its sequel The Smurfs 2 (2013), she is voiced by Katy Perry, in Smurfs: The Lost Village (2017), she is voiced by Demi Lovato, and in this movie, she is voiced by Rihanna. Directed by Phawat Panangkasiri. Who's in it? Nek Naruepol, Toomtam Yuttana, Surapol Thongduang and Kan Tasana. What's it about? Tragedy strikes when, during a sacred ritual, Chai suffers a horrifying death. Rumour spreads among his mor lam troupe that his death was caused by a violation of the sacred rite known as 'Khai Aor'. Troupe member Ken begins to suspect there may be more to Chai's death and sets out to uncover the truth. Why watch it? The truth is hidden beneath layers of belief and faith. Directed by Kim Soo-jin. Who's in it? Lee Sun-bin, Han Soo-a and Kim Min-Seok. What's it about? A woman with a hearing impairment who is haunted by sounds linked to her sister's disappearance and the presence of a malevolent spirit. It leads to a dark secret and the revelation of a mysterious entity. Why watch it? Kim Soo-jin's feature film debut. Directed by Abhilash Chandra and Syafiq Yusof. Who's in it? Sharnaaz Ahmad, Syafiq Kyle and Shukri Yahaya. What's it about? A group of close-knit men working in an 'elite security' organization providing protection for powerful men and organised crime leaders is tested when betrayal lurks within the brotherhood. Why watch it? Chandra's directorial debut. Saint Oniisan the Movie: Holy Men vs Akuma Gundan (Saint Young Men: Holy Men Vs Demon Army) Directed by Yûichi Fukuda. Who's in it? Shôta Sometani, Ken'ichi Matsuyama and Tatsuya Fujiwara. What's it about? There are saints living in Tokyo, Japan: Buddha the Enlightened One, and Jesus, Son of God. After successfully bringing the previous century to a close, the two share an apartment in Tachikawa while enjoying some well-earned time off down on Earth. Buddha pinches pennies like a typical neighborhood housewife, while Jesus is prone to making impulse buys. Why watch it? Starting in May 2024, the producers announced more information on the movie on the 23rd of every month until the film's release. The 23rd was chosen as a pun on "Onii-san" ("ni" and "san" are the Japanese words for "2" and "3", the O is left out). Premieres on July 18 Shiranai Kanojo (My Beloved Stranger) Directed by Takahiro Miki. Who's in it? Jun Fubuki, Kenta Kiritani and Wan Marui. What's it about? Riku Kanbayashi and Minami Maezono fell in love with each other in college and got married. Later, Riku became a bestselling novelist thanks to Minami's support, however, Minami's dream of becoming a singer remained unfulfilled. One day, their relationship hits the breaking point after a thoughtless remark from Riku, leading to a huge fight. The next morning, Riku wakes up to find Minami gone. As he goes to his publisher, he realizes that the famous author he thought he was has been reduced to a mere editor at a literary magazine. Meanwhile, the city is buzzing with the presence of a talented singer-songwriter named Minami Maezono-someone Riku has never even met before. Why watch it? For the soundtrack. Saiyaara Directed by Mohit Suri. Who's in it? Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday. What's it about? A young couple's intense relationship spirals through passionate moments and devastating setbacks as they fight to keep their love alive. Why watch it? Debut of Pada. Premieres on July 19 Me Roboco The Movie Directed by Akitarô Daichi. Who's in it? The voices of Shigeru Chiba, Erina Gotô and Sae Hiratsuka. What's it about? A time when every household owns cute maid robots known as OrderMaids. Average grade-schooler Bondo dreams of having his very own robot. Why watch it? A Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Shuhei Miyazaki. It has been serialised in Shueisha's 'Weekly Shōnen Jump' since July 2020. Who's in it? Ayase and Lilas Ikuta. What's it about? A concert film for Japanese band Yoasobi's 2024 concert tour "Cho-genjitsu Dome Live". The final date of the show in Tokyo Dome was filmed for this movie. Why watch it?
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Superman box office collection Day 6: James Gunn's superhero flick crosses Rs 33.6 crore in India; soars past $270 million globally
James Gunn 's Superman has continued its steady box office run in India, however, it has faced a minor dip in weekday earnings. On Wednesday, the film added an estimated Rs 2.02 crore to its domestic tally, taking the total India net collection to approximately Rs 33.62 crore across all languages. Indian box office performance After an impressive Rs 26 crore over its debut weekend, the film saw a dip in numbers on Monday, earning just around Rs 2.6 crore. However, the film has managed to keep a steady pace, earning an estimated Rs 3 crore and Rs 2.02 crore on Tuesday and Wednesday, respectively. International box office performance The superhero film now has its sights set on another strong weekend at the box office. The movie is keeping hopes alive for a solid second weekend. At the international box office, Superman, which debut with a collection of $125 million in North America, earned an estimated $12.9 million on Monday and followed it up with an estimated $17.1 million on Tuesday, thus taking the crown as the biggest first Tuesday of 2025 so far. With these numbers, the North American total has surged to $155 million in just 5 days, on track to hit $175+ million by the end of the first week. Globally, the David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan starrer has now grossed over $270 million, with approximately $115 million from overseas markets. The film is expected to cross the $300 million milestone before its first week wraps up. Box office clash According to reports, trade analysts predict that Superman will fly to the top and retain the No. 1 spot at the global box office over its second weekend, with earnings estimated between $55 million and $62 million. The film will face some competition from the Hollywood kiddie film 'The Smurfs'. It will only face-off with a new superhero release on July 25 with the debut of The Fantastic Four: First Steps.
