All posts tagged: Stuntman

Will Smith recalls near-death experience while scuba diving at the North Pole, getting stuck in a storm at -37 C: ‘Where’s my stuntman?’ | Hollywood News

Will Smith recalls near-death experience while scuba diving at the North Pole, getting stuck in a storm at -37 C: ‘Where’s my stuntman?’ | Hollywood News

Actor Will Smith is currently out on the town promoting his new show Pole to Pole, in which he goes on expeditions with environmentalists and scientists all over the world. Despite the recent controversies surrounding him, the actor seems to be devoting all his attention to this new project. However, in a recent interview, Smith revealed that this zeal almost got him killed while he was exploring the North Pole with a group of scientists. The King Richard actor went on The Tonight Show to promote Pole to Pole and talk about some of the experiences he had while filming it. Fallon asked him about the toughest expeditions that were attempted during the show, and Smith was quick to recall his time shooting on both the South Pole and North Pole. The actor revealed that apart from the location of the expedition, he is mostly kept in the dark about what lies ahead, something which caught him by surprise while scaling an ice wall in the South Pole. ALSO READ: Brooklyn Beckham’s father-in-law built an …

Marvel REVEALS the release date of Wonder Man starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II

Marvel REVEALS the release date of Wonder Man starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II

Marvel’s Wonder Man, starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, premieres globally soon. Marvel fans, get ready to mark your calendars. Dive in to find out the release date and more about Wonder Man. The much-awaited Wonder Man series is preparing for its global premiere on January 27, 2026, presenting a new hero to the expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe. Featuring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II in the lead role, the series offers an exciting mix of Hollywood glamour and superhero mystery. For Indian viewers, Wonder Man will be available solely on JioHotstar, positioning it as one of the most anticipated MCU launches of 2026. Superhero who was once a stuntman The story is based on Simon Williams, a Hollywood stuntman and aspiring actor whose life transforms completely after he gains superhuman powers. Set against the glamorous yet ruthless backdrop of Los Angeles, the story shows fame, failure, ambition, and identity. In Marvel Comics, Wonder Man is recognised for his intricate character, struggling between confidence and self-doubt. His first live-action role signifies a critical contribution to the MCU, merging Hollywood …

Tiger Shroff hugs stuntman who falls across glass wall during Baaghi 4 shoot

Tiger Shroff hugs stuntman who falls across glass wall during Baaghi 4 shoot

A video from the sets of Tiger Shroff`s upcoming film Baaghi 4 is doing the rounds on social media. The video reflects Shroff`s act of kindness while helping a stuntman get up back on his feet after suffering an impactful fall. The stuntman was flung through a fake glass wall by Tiger Shroff in the scene. In the clip, Tiger pushes a stuntman across a fake glass wall for a shot. He pauses for a few seconds, smokes with swag and rushes to his aide the moment the scene cuts. “One of the most challenging jobs is def that of a stuntman in our industry #respect,” wrote Tiger, while posting the video. Check it out here:           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Tigerian (@tigerjackishrofffan) New poster of Baaghi 4 While sharing his fierce look from the film, he added a heartfelt caption, expressing his gratitude to the Baaghi makers for giving him the opportunity to play …

The Fast Saga Filmmakers Were Hit With  Million Fine After Vin Diesel Stuntman Joe Watts’ Life-Changing Accident

The Fast Saga Filmmakers Were Hit With $1 Million Fine After Vin Diesel Stuntman Joe Watts’ Life-Changing Accident

Here’s Why F9: The Fast Saga Creators Were Sued By Vin Diesel Stuntman Joe Watts (Photo Credit – Instagram) The Fast & Furious franchise is all about high-speed thrills, but one F9 stunt went dangerously off track. Back in 2019, stuntman Joe Watts suffered a near-fatal fall on set, leaving him with brain damage and a broken skull. Years later, the fallout hit hard, and filmmakers were fined $1M for major safety failures. Watts, a veteran stunt performer (Solo: A Star Wars Story, Game of Thrones), stood in for Vin Diesel when things went south. A safety wire malfunction sent him flying over a balcony, slamming onto concrete from over 20 feet. The UK’s Health and Safety Executive (HSE) led the prosecution, calling him “fortunate to be alive.” His injuries were severe. His attorneys confirmed he would never return to stunt work, saying, “If he is able to work, he will suffer a permanent handicap on the labor market.” The court also learned that the stunt was altered at the last minute – originally, Watts …

The Fall Guy Stuntman Breaks World Record With Over 8 Cannon Car Rolls

Published By: Dishya Sharma Last Updated: March 14, 2024, 18:23 IST The Fall Guy will premiere theatrically on May 3 in India. (Photo Credits: YouTube) The film’s stuntman Logan Holladay flawlessly executed eight and a half cannon rolls in a breathtaking video. David Leitch’s upcoming film The Fall Guy has achieved a significant milestone. Starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt in the lead, the film’s stuntman Logan Holladay was presented with a Guinness World Record in the category of the most cannon rolls in a car. He took up the responsibility of performing the driving stunts for Ryan Gosling. The Fall Guy is a movie adaptation of the hit 1980s CBS drama, bearing the same title. The film is infused with high-octane action sequences, mind-blowing explosions and death-defying stunts overseen by Logan Holladay. The Fall Guy will premiere theatrically on May 3 in India. On March 13, Universal Pictures and 87North revealed that Logan Holladay broke a Guinness World Record during the film’s production, reported Comicbook. He set the benchmark for the highest number of …

When ‘Deadpool’ Ryan Reynolds Was Prescribed Stuntman By His Doctor & Realized Being Thrown Onto Cement Wasn’t Hilarious: “It F*cking Hurts”

‘Deadpool’ Ryan Reynolds Once Reflected On Doing Stunts As He Ages (Picture Credit: IMDb) Ryan Reynolds is gearing up for the release of Deadpool & Wolverine once again, which is an action-packed superhero movie, and the actor might have dreaded coming back for it at least once. A few years back, Ryan spoke about having difficulty doing stunts as he ages. The actors suffer several injuries while filming action sequences; some can even be life-threatening. Ryan was no different; his Deadpool movies are r-rated with much action. This time, the fun will be double with his real-life pal Hugh Jackman joining the franchise and returning as Wolverine. Besides the stunts they are required to perform for the movies, the actors also have to undergo rigorous training sessions in the gym. It is tough to lead the life of an action star. The efficient and skilled stunt performers are blessings for them as they perform those incredible sequences. Still, some cases exist when the actors are needed to perform them. In an interview with Variety, Ryan …

Ek tha Tiger director Kabir Khan mourns stuntman Conrad Palmisano`s demise

While the Tiger franchise enjoys a solid high, with the threequel titled Tiger 3 experiencing a highly successful run in theaters, ending the dry spell in Salman Khan’s filmography marked by multiple duds until then, there is sad news for the franchise and the fandom at large. The stuntman of Ek Tha Tiger, Conrad Palmisano, has passed away today. Breaking the news to the Indian audience is the director of the first part of the franchise, Kabir Khan. Kabir Khan, on his official Instagram handle, shared a picture featuring them all on the sets of Ek Tha Tiger. The photo includes him with Conrad Palmisano and Katrina Kaif, engrossed in setting up a scene. While sharing the post, Kabir Khan shared a heartfelt note as he mourns stuntman Conrad Palmisano`s demise, Kabir Khan wrote “RIP my friend, Conrad Palmisano (red heart) Thank you for giving us that fabulous action in Ek Tha Tiger. I will miss you…” fans have been dropping their condolences to the family of the deceased and Kabir Khan.        …

Hrithik Roshan thanks his ‘one man’ army Vikram Vedha stuntman on birthday | Bollywood

Actor Hrithik Roshan on Thursday wrote a warm post for his stunt double Mansoor Ali Khan on the occasion of his birthday. The actor treated fans to their photo from a film set and called him his ‘one man’ army. The two have been working for more than ten years now. Also read: Hrithik Roshan’s Vikram Vedha stuntman looks eerily similar to Sushant Singh Rajput Hrithik Roshan’s stuntman Mansoor Ali Khan had gone viral as Sushant Singh Rajput’s lookalike. The photo featured Hrithik and Mansoor posing next to each other in similar black jackets. Some injury marks were also seen on their forehead as a part of the makeup for the film scene. The photo is most likely clicked while filming an action scene. Hrithik Roshan with his stuntman Mansoor Ali Khan. Sharing the photo, Hrithik wrote, “Here’s to @mansoor_a_khan13! Know this brilliant man since a little more than a decade now and I’ve been left spellbound by his dedication and hardwork ever since. Thank you for being my one man support team on and …

Hrithik Roshan’s Vikram Vedha stuntman reminds fans of Sushant Singh Rajput | Bollywood

Hrithik Roshan is seen posing with a stuntman named Mansoor Ali Khan on the set of his film Vikram Vedha (2022) in an old photo. On Thursday, a paparazzo shared the throwback photo on Instagram leaving fans of late Sushant Singh Rajput mindblown as they called Hrithik’s stuntman a ‘replica of SSR (Sushant Singh Rajput)’. Fans could not get over Mansoor’s uncanny resemblance to Sushant, and flooded the comments section of the paparazzo’s post with comments about the late actor, who died in 2020. Also read: Hrithik Roshan admits to box office failure of Vikram Vedha, says he ‘should learn from this’ The photo featured Hrithik Roshan and Mansoor in identical black shirts and trousers as they filmed for Vikram Vedha. Fans said Mansoor looked just like a xerox copy of Sushant, only with messy long hair and a beard. A fan commented, “Oh my God, replica of SSR (Sushant Singh Rajput).” Another one wrote, “Stuntman resembles SSR.” Another fan commented, “The fact that he looks like SSR, also his name is Mansoor, Sushant’s character’s …

I call myself a stuntman first: Akshay Kumar

The 14th season of Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) is set to come to a close soon. The final week begins with Akshay Kumar joined by Prakash Singh, former DG, BSF, and DGP UP & DGP Assam, Patron of Indian Police Foundation, on the hot seat. Talking about how the Khiladi Kumar does dangerous stunts without opting for a body double, actor-host Amitabh Bachchan recalled a film in which Kumar played his son. “Amitji shared that for a scene in which Akshay’s character has to set himself on fire, he refused to use a duplicate and did the stunt himself. Amitji had to watch Akshay from a distance, but couldn’t due to the dangerous stunt,” reveals a source. On the episode, Bachchan took the opportunity to ask Kumar how he manages to perform such risky stunts. Kumar replied, “I don’t call myself an actor first, I call myself a stuntman. I have been doing this all my life, and this is possible due to the martial art training and the sports I have played in my …