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Preakness Derby winner Napoleon Solo name explained: Why Al Gold chose this name for horse

Preakness Derby winner Napoleon Solo name explained: Why Al Gold chose this name for horse

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Napoleon Solo won the Preakness Derby on Saturday, holding off Iron Honor. It marked the horse’s first victory this year. Napoleon Solo interestingly has a Hollywood connection in his name. Paco Lopez drapes a blanket of Black-eyed Susan flowers over Napoleon Solo after winning the 151st running of the Preakness Stakes horse race. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson) Owner Al Gold named Napoleon Solo after the charming fictional spy from the classic 1960s television series The Man from U.N.C.L.E.. In the recent Guy Ritchie movies, the role was essayed by Henry Cavill. Speaking about the choice of name, Gold acknwoledged the pop culture twist and noted that the name was more fun than porphetic, as per USA Today Network. (This story is being updated) Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

5 South actors who made it to Hollywood: Dhanush, Rajinikanth and more

5 South actors who made it to Hollywood: Dhanush, Rajinikanth and more

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South cinema has been dominating the global platform over the past few years. From bagging nominations and even winning prestigious international awards to getting films screened at globally attended film festivals, South cinema’s foray into intercontinental recognition has been perfectly enviable. In this article, we will take a closer look at some of the highly talented actors from the South film industry who surpassed national boundaries and made it to Hollywood. 5 South Actors who made it to Hollywood Rajinikanth Well, the Thalaiva of Kollywood, Rajinikanth, comes across as one such star who has redefined cinema across many levels. So much so that he became in fact one of the first stars from the South to have been roped in for a Hollywood film. The Vettaiyan star became a part of the 1988 release action adventure film Bloodstone, directed by Dwight H. Little.  It was the only Hollywood film that Rajinikanth ever did and starred Brett Stimely and Anna Nicholas in pivotal roles along with him. The film was later dubbed in Tamil and released …

Trailers of the week: Sonic 3, Napoleon, and Agatha All Along

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This week brought a few noteworthy movie and TV trailers — the big one being Sonic the Hedgehog 3. And while I won’t include them here, you should check out some of the trailers included with our coverage of the most recent Nintendo Direct (shoutout to the Nintendo DS Castlevania games collection). It’s clear that summer is winding down, and so are the big blockbusters. Things will liven up a bit with Beetlejuice Beetlejuice next week, but things are looking quiet for a little bit after that. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 finally brings Sonic’s big nemesis, Shadow, into the mix, played by Keanu Reeves. The trailer only gave a bit of Reeves’ voice but makes up for it with lots of Jim Carrey’s disheveled and depressed Dr. Robotnik and Gerald Robotnik (also played by Carrey). The movie hits theaters on December 25th. Marvel’s Agatha All Along, the Disney Plus series that follows Kathryn Hahn’s WandaVision villain, will begin streaming soon on September 18th. While the show is looking like it’ll have plenty of comedy, this …

Brian Cox Calls Joaquin Phoenix’s Performance In Napoleon “Truly Terrible”; Pokes Fun At His Name, “Wackeen… Wacky”

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Brian Cox Calls Joaquin Phoenix’s Performance In Napoleon “Truly Terrible”; Pokes Fun At His Name, “Wackeen… Wacky” (Photo Credit – Instagram) Succession Star Brian Cox is not one to mince his words. The Veteran Actor, who has played timeless roles, has always made headlines because of his candor. He had feelings about Joaquin Phoenix‘s Napolean portrayal and is letting everyone know. Cox made some shocking revelations and said, “A truly terrible performance by Joaquin Phoenix.” Ouch, but if you think that is harsh, you will be surprised by his statements. Brian played the role of Media Moghul Logan Roy, the patriarch who puts his kids through a game of hoops and leaps to take over the seat of the media conglomerate in the multiple Emmy and Golden Globe-winning series. The actor, the polar opposite of his character, has been known to stir feelings up because of his new statements at a London fest. The actor who previously called out Mel Gibson’s 1985 Braveheart a ‘load of nonsense’ is now sharing his views about Ridley Scott’s …

Succession’s Brian Cox calls Joaquin Phoenix’s Napoleon performance ‘terrible’, says he’d have done a better job | Hollywood

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Twitter is calling Succession star Brian Cox a ‘hater’ after his latest comments against Joaquin Phoenix. The actor thought he’d have done a better job in Ridley Scott’s Napoleon, which released last year, than Joaquin did. (Also read: Joker: Folie à Deux trailer – Lady Gaga’s Harley Quinn joins Joaquin Phoenix’s frenzy. Watch) Joaquin Phoenix’s Napolean performance did not impress Brian Cox. ‘Whackeen Phoenix’ Speaking at HistFest on Wednesday, Brian called Joaquin’s act ‘terrible’. “Terrible. It’s terrible. A truly terrible performance by Joaquin Phoenix. It really is appalling. I don’t know what he was thinking. I think it’s totally his fault and I don’t think Ridley Scott helps him. I would have played it a lot better than Joaquin Phoenix, I tell you that. You can say it’s good drama. No – it’s lies.” Yikes! HT launches Crick-it, a one stop destination to catch Cricket, anytime, anywhere. Explore now! He also gave Joaquin a mean name. “I think he’s well named. Joaquin…whackeen… whacky. It’s a sort of whacky performance.” Twitter reacts Fans of Joaquin have …

Maamla Legal Hai, Sunflower Season 2, Shōgun and More: New OTT Releases for Weekend Binge-Watch

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For this week’s new OTT release recommendations, we have a comic courtroom drama, a murder mystery, historical sagas, and a crime documentary. First is Netflix’s Ravi Kishan starrer Maamla Legal Hai set in the District Court of Patparganj where bizarre cases come up. Given that the show is based on true incidents, it serves as an interesting peek into our legal framework. Next in line is Sunil Grover’s Sunflower Season 2, which introduces new characters to add more suspense and layer to the plot. Grover was largely praised for his work in the first season. Next in line is Disney+ Hotstar’s Shōgun, which will take you to feudal Japan of the 17th century where an English sailor finds himself ship-wrecked. Another brilliant pick could be Ridley Scott’s Napoleon, where Joaquin Phoenix takes on the role of the eponymous French emperor. Since the film has been nominated for Oscars for visual effects, production design and costume design, it is safe to assume that it’ll be a visual delight. Napoleon, which was first released in theatres in …

Sydney Sweeney’s Film Leaves Behind Killers Of The Flower Moon, Napoleon & Others To Achieve This Feat!

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Anyone But You Achieves At Major Milestone At Domestic Box Office! (Picture Credit: IMDb) Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell starrer Anyone But You may have opened up to mixed reviews by the critics, but the audience is loving it! The romantic comedy has completed over a month at the box office but is still adding numbers. Will Gluck’s directorial has now achieved a massive milestone in its domestic market and left behind biggies like Napoleon and Killers Of The Flower Moon. Scroll below for all the details! There were multiple options at the domestic box office during Christmas 2023. Anyone But You started slow but remained steady despite competition from Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom, Migration, and The Iron Claw, among many others. Made on a budget of $25 million, we recently informed you that the film has turned out to be a sleeper hit. Anyone But You Domestic Box Office As per a report by Variety, Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell starrer has accumulated a solid gross by the end of the sixth weekend. …

US Box Office: Salaar impresses, Dunki disappoints; Aquaman 2 surpasses $100M | Hollywood

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Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom is leading the box office after facing a sluggish start and disappointing preview numbers. Meanwhile, Timothee Chalamet’s portrayal of a young Willy Wonka continues to charm families, immersing audiences in chocolate rivers and whimsical wonder. Globally, Prabhas’ action epic Salaar delivers a series of adrenaline-pumping stunts. On the flip side, Paw Patrol and Napoleon are right on track. According to studio estimates on Sunday, the superhero sequel from DC and Warner Bros., starring Jason Momoa, generated around $28.1 million in its initial three days of release across 3,706 locations in North America. Aquaman 2, Dunki Aquaman 2 US box office collection DC’s Christmas box office launch, which debuted in 3,040 theaters on Thursday, grossed $4.5 million in previews. The movie, which stars Amber Heard, Nicole Kidman, Patrick Wilson, and other actors, made about $40.9 million worldwide on Friday. According to studio estimates released on Sunday, the superhero sequel from DC and Warner Bros., starring Jason Momoa, made an estimated $28.1 million in its first three days of release across 3,706 …