Exclusive: London-based sales outfit Rapt Films International has acquired worldwide sales rights to Benjamin Howard’s debut US film Riley and will launch sales at the upcoming Cannes Market.
The pic charts the life of a talented teenage athlete who begins to unravel when his burgeoning queer identity competes against his idea of what it means to be a man. The film stars Jake Holley (Wake) as the titular Dakota Riley. Supporting roles are filled by Colin McCalla), Riley Quinn Scott, Connor Storrie, and Rib Hillis.
Based on writer-director Howard’s real-life experiences as a high-school American football player struggling to come out, Riley is a feature expansion of Howard’s UCLA graduate short film Rendezvous. Howard’s other short film Deviant won a Student Emmy Award in 2019.
Riley originally world premiered at September’s Calgary International Film Festival. Additional festival selections have seen...
The pic charts the life of a talented teenage athlete who begins to unravel when his burgeoning queer identity competes against his idea of what it means to be a man. The film stars Jake Holley (Wake) as the titular Dakota Riley. Supporting roles are filled by Colin McCalla), Riley Quinn Scott, Connor Storrie, and Rib Hillis.
Based on writer-director Howard’s real-life experiences as a high-school American football player struggling to come out, Riley is a feature expansion of Howard’s UCLA graduate short film Rendezvous. Howard’s other short film Deviant won a Student Emmy Award in 2019.
Riley originally world premiered at September’s Calgary International Film Festival. Additional festival selections have seen...
- 5/10/2024
- by Zac Ntim
- Deadline Film + TV
The Great Indian Kapil Show: Paychecks Of Kapil Sharma & Others Go Viral. ( Photo Credit – Twitter )
Ever since Kapil Sharma and his team have been back on Netflix with a new show titled The Great Indian Kapil Show, it has been under scanner. There have been discussions about how it is old wine in a new bottle, while others have been hinting that the show has had an abrupt end.
The first season has even concluded the shoot, and the salaries of all the comedians from the show have now gone viral, with Kapil Sharma earning the highest and Rajeev Thakur earning the lowest.
However, reports claim a staggering difference between the highest-paid artist, Kapil Sharma, and his almost counterpart in the show, Sunil Grover, who has reunited with the team after a long fallout.
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Ever since Kapil Sharma and his team have been back on Netflix with a new show titled The Great Indian Kapil Show, it has been under scanner. There have been discussions about how it is old wine in a new bottle, while others have been hinting that the show has had an abrupt end.
The first season has even concluded the shoot, and the salaries of all the comedians from the show have now gone viral, with Kapil Sharma earning the highest and Rajeev Thakur earning the lowest.
However, reports claim a staggering difference between the highest-paid artist, Kapil Sharma, and his almost counterpart in the show, Sunil Grover, who has reunited with the team after a long fallout.
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- 5/6/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
UK-based sales agent Rapt Films International has acquired international sales rights outside of Australia and New Zealand for Gabriel Carrubba’s debut feature Sunflower.
Sunflower premiered at Sydney Film Festival in June last year, going on to further Australian events including Melbourne the following month.
The semi-autobiographical film follows a teenage boy who struggles to understand and embrace his sexuality as he comes of age in the working-class suburbs of Melbourne. It stars Liam Mollica, alongside Luke J. Morgan, Olivia Fildes, Daniel Halmarick and Elias Anton.
Writer-director Carrubba produced the film alongside Zane Borg for Australia’s Pancake Originals.
Sunflower...
Sunflower premiered at Sydney Film Festival in June last year, going on to further Australian events including Melbourne the following month.
The semi-autobiographical film follows a teenage boy who struggles to understand and embrace his sexuality as he comes of age in the working-class suburbs of Melbourne. It stars Liam Mollica, alongside Luke J. Morgan, Olivia Fildes, Daniel Halmarick and Elias Anton.
Writer-director Carrubba produced the film alongside Zane Borg for Australia’s Pancake Originals.
Sunflower...
- 5/3/2024
- ScreenDaily
Post Malone is feeling even better now that his song with Taylor Swift has officially dropped.
The singer-rapper, featured on Swift’s track “Fortnight” from her 11th studio album The Tortured Poets Department, released Friday, shared some sweet words on their collaboration and friendship.
“It’s once in a lifetime that someone like @taylorswift comes into this world,” Malone wrote. “I am floored by your heart and your mind, and I am beyond honored to have been asked to help you with your journey I love you so much. Thank you Tay.”
The “Sunflower” singer also plays Swift’s ex-lover in the song’s music video, which sees her appear trapped, and him trying to save her at one point. The “Cruel Summer” singer also has matching face tattoos as Malone in one scene.
Swift previously praised Malone for his help on the album’s lead single, writing on social media,...
The singer-rapper, featured on Swift’s track “Fortnight” from her 11th studio album The Tortured Poets Department, released Friday, shared some sweet words on their collaboration and friendship.
“It’s once in a lifetime that someone like @taylorswift comes into this world,” Malone wrote. “I am floored by your heart and your mind, and I am beyond honored to have been asked to help you with your journey I love you so much. Thank you Tay.”
The “Sunflower” singer also plays Swift’s ex-lover in the song’s music video, which sees her appear trapped, and him trying to save her at one point. The “Cruel Summer” singer also has matching face tattoos as Malone in one scene.
Swift previously praised Malone for his help on the album’s lead single, writing on social media,...
- 4/21/2024
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Sunil Grover, who plays the lead in the black comedy ‘Sunflower’, has opened up on his co-star Adah Sharma, saying she is very serious about her work. The season two of the show stars Adah as Rosie, who is a bar dancer.
Speaking about ‘The Kerala Story’ fame actress, Sunil told Ians: “She has beautifully played the character. She is a professional artist, who is deeply immersed in her work.”
“She is very serious about her work, and the hard work and efforts she puts behind her work cannot be seen, it’s done in a very natural manner,” he said.
Apart from ‘Sunflower’, Sunil has been a part of streaming shows like ‘United Kacche’, and ‘Tandav’.
On one thing, he had to unlearn for Ott, Sunil shared: “I think one should keep aside their experience. Sometimes your experience makes your performance boring. You should have a new approach, come as a new artist,...
Speaking about ‘The Kerala Story’ fame actress, Sunil told Ians: “She has beautifully played the character. She is a professional artist, who is deeply immersed in her work.”
“She is very serious about her work, and the hard work and efforts she puts behind her work cannot be seen, it’s done in a very natural manner,” he said.
Apart from ‘Sunflower’, Sunil has been a part of streaming shows like ‘United Kacche’, and ‘Tandav’.
On one thing, he had to unlearn for Ott, Sunil shared: “I think one should keep aside their experience. Sometimes your experience makes your performance boring. You should have a new approach, come as a new artist,...
- 4/1/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Years Before Rekha & Sanjay Dutt’s Linkup Rumors Surfaced, Nargis Called Her A Witch. (Photo Credit – IMDb/Instagram)
Indian actress Rekha ruled the cinema world for years and is considered a legend. On the one hand, she had an illustrious career in showbiz, while on the other, that is, in her personal life, love alluded to the Umrao Jaan star. She has been linked with several actors, and her affair with Amitabh Bachchan is still a hot topic. Her linkups were infamous back in the day, and it once prompted Sanjay Dutt’s mother, Nargis, to pass a controversial statement against the veteran actress.
A few years later, there were rumors about Sanjay and Rekha’s affair, and some even claimed that the duo got married in a secret ceremony. From Akshay Kumar to Shatrughan Sinha, the Silisila actress has been linked with them all. People were left stunned when...
Indian actress Rekha ruled the cinema world for years and is considered a legend. On the one hand, she had an illustrious career in showbiz, while on the other, that is, in her personal life, love alluded to the Umrao Jaan star. She has been linked with several actors, and her affair with Amitabh Bachchan is still a hot topic. Her linkups were infamous back in the day, and it once prompted Sanjay Dutt’s mother, Nargis, to pass a controversial statement against the veteran actress.
A few years later, there were rumors about Sanjay and Rekha’s affair, and some even claimed that the duo got married in a secret ceremony. From Akshay Kumar to Shatrughan Sinha, the Silisila actress has been linked with them all. People were left stunned when...
- 3/18/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Vicky Kaushal, Triptii Dimri, Ammy Virk team up for Bad Newz. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Calling all comedy fans, buckle up because we’ve got news for you – but the good kind! Hold onto your sides for Bad Newz, a laugh-out-loud new film coming straight from Amazon Prime in association with Dharma Productions and Leo Media Collective.
This side-splitting production from Leo Media Collective reunites the dream team behind the box office smash Good Newwz, which tickled audiences with the comedic chemistry of Kareena Kapoor Khan, Akshay Kumar, Diljit Dosanjh, and Kiara Advani.
But this time, Bad Newz brings a fresh comedic trio to the table! Gear up to see the versatile Vicky Kaushal reunite with director Anand Tiwari, the mind behind the critically acclaimed Love Per Square Foot (2018). Their first collaboration was a hit, and with Tiwari’s talent for weaving witty narratives, we can expect Bad Newz to be comedic gold.
Calling all comedy fans, buckle up because we’ve got news for you – but the good kind! Hold onto your sides for Bad Newz, a laugh-out-loud new film coming straight from Amazon Prime in association with Dharma Productions and Leo Media Collective.
This side-splitting production from Leo Media Collective reunites the dream team behind the box office smash Good Newwz, which tickled audiences with the comedic chemistry of Kareena Kapoor Khan, Akshay Kumar, Diljit Dosanjh, and Kiara Advani.
But this time, Bad Newz brings a fresh comedic trio to the table! Gear up to see the versatile Vicky Kaushal reunite with director Anand Tiwari, the mind behind the critically acclaimed Love Per Square Foot (2018). Their first collaboration was a hit, and with Tiwari’s talent for weaving witty narratives, we can expect Bad Newz to be comedic gold.
- 3/18/2024
- by Koimoi.com Team
- KoiMoi
Perfect Match” Season 2. (Photo Credit – IMDb) Synopsis
In its sophomore iteration, “Perfect Match” on Netflix heralds the reunion of previous contenders from renowned dating spectacles such as Love Is Blind, The Ultimatum, and Too Hot to Handle. Under the guidance of host Nick Lachey, participants embark on a journey replete with trials aimed at uncovering enduring romantic connections within a competitive, yet inherently romantic, milieu.
Plot
Contestants from various dating programs are whisked away to a beach retreat where they engage in challenges designed to assess compatibility. Couples become matchmakers for others as connections form, adding a competitive edge. The series incorporates entertaining games and activities while set in an idyllic sandy location.
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In its sophomore iteration, “Perfect Match” on Netflix heralds the reunion of previous contenders from renowned dating spectacles such as Love Is Blind, The Ultimatum, and Too Hot to Handle. Under the guidance of host Nick Lachey, participants embark on a journey replete with trials aimed at uncovering enduring romantic connections within a competitive, yet inherently romantic, milieu.
Plot
Contestants from various dating programs are whisked away to a beach retreat where they engage in challenges designed to assess compatibility. Couples become matchmakers for others as connections form, adding a competitive edge. The series incorporates entertaining games and activities while set in an idyllic sandy location.
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- 3/18/2024
- by Hari P N
- KoiMoi
Ranvir Shorey recalls his fallout with Mahesh Bhatt and Pooja Bhatt. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
In the often-glossy world of Bollywood, Ranvir Shorey stands out as a beacon of unfiltered honesty. Unafraid to speak his truth, he navigates the industry on his own terms, even when it comes at a cost.
Sparking fresh conversation within the industry, Ranvir Shorey has again made headlines with his candid remarks. In a recent interview with Ani, the ‘Sunflower’ actor revisited a past relationship and a simmering feud, making some pointed accusations.
Shorey, known for his outspoken nature, didn’t shy away from addressing a complex situation. He revealed, “I had great regard for Mr. Bhatt (Mahesh Bhatt) till the fiasco happened when I was seeing his daughter (Pooja Bhatt).” However, things took a turn, leading him to believe that his respect “was being used to manipulate me.” He described the situation as “very duplicitous behaviour going on.
In the often-glossy world of Bollywood, Ranvir Shorey stands out as a beacon of unfiltered honesty. Unafraid to speak his truth, he navigates the industry on his own terms, even when it comes at a cost.
Sparking fresh conversation within the industry, Ranvir Shorey has again made headlines with his candid remarks. In a recent interview with Ani, the ‘Sunflower’ actor revisited a past relationship and a simmering feud, making some pointed accusations.
Shorey, known for his outspoken nature, didn’t shy away from addressing a complex situation. He revealed, “I had great regard for Mr. Bhatt (Mahesh Bhatt) till the fiasco happened when I was seeing his daughter (Pooja Bhatt).” However, things took a turn, leading him to believe that his respect “was being used to manipulate me.” He described the situation as “very duplicitous behaviour going on.
- 3/18/2024
- by Nikita Wagh
- KoiMoi
Briston Maroney made an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! this week to perform the song “Body” from his latest album, Ultrapure.
Taking the stage alongside his band, Maroney delivered an impassioned rendition of the song, singing the chorus’ refrain “Someday, my body will be just a body” in all of its anthemic glory. For the climax, he stepped back to let his guitar do the talking, laying down a chaotic slide guitar solo over the band’s energetic groove. Watch a video of the performance below.
Ultrapure arrived this past September and is the second full-length release from Maroney. His debut album, Sunflower, premiered in 2021, featuring the Manchester Orchestra co-penned song, “Bottle Rocket.” In 2022, he shared the singles “Paradise” and “Harvard,” and last year, he opened for Noah Kahan.
Up next, Maroney has tour dates of his own coming up, including stops in cities like San Francisco, Seattle, Vancouver, and more.
Taking the stage alongside his band, Maroney delivered an impassioned rendition of the song, singing the chorus’ refrain “Someday, my body will be just a body” in all of its anthemic glory. For the climax, he stepped back to let his guitar do the talking, laying down a chaotic slide guitar solo over the band’s energetic groove. Watch a video of the performance below.
Ultrapure arrived this past September and is the second full-length release from Maroney. His debut album, Sunflower, premiered in 2021, featuring the Manchester Orchestra co-penned song, “Bottle Rocket.” In 2022, he shared the singles “Paradise” and “Harvard,” and last year, he opened for Noah Kahan.
Up next, Maroney has tour dates of his own coming up, including stops in cities like San Francisco, Seattle, Vancouver, and more.
- 3/17/2024
- by Jo Vito
- Consequence - Music
Ahead of International Women’s Day on March 8, ‘The Kerala Story’ actress Adah Sharma says she considers herself fortunate to be a woman in the film industry because women are being given “such powerful roles”. Talking on the occasion of International Women’s Day, Adah said: “I feel very fortunate to be a woman in this day and age.”
Adah made her Bollywood debut in 2008 with the successful Hindi horror film ‘1920’ . She was then doing high-octane action in the ‘Commando’ franchise. It was last year, however, when she gained a national following with her performance in Vipul Amritlal Shah’s ‘The Kerala Story’.
Now, she is all set to showcase her acting chops in the upcoming film ‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’, which is based on Maoist insurgency in the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh. Her ever-expanding filmography is proof that she is here and means serious business when it comes to content.
Adah made her Bollywood debut in 2008 with the successful Hindi horror film ‘1920’ . She was then doing high-octane action in the ‘Commando’ franchise. It was last year, however, when she gained a national following with her performance in Vipul Amritlal Shah’s ‘The Kerala Story’.
Now, she is all set to showcase her acting chops in the upcoming film ‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’, which is based on Maoist insurgency in the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh. Her ever-expanding filmography is proof that she is here and means serious business when it comes to content.
- 3/7/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Kapil Sharma’s Net Worth 1150% Higher Than Sunil Grover (Photo Credit –Instagram)
Kapil Sharma and Sunil Grover are friends! That should be the biggest patch-up on Indian Television after Ekta Kapoor and Smriti Irani’s patch decades ago. Now that Kapil and Sunil are back, they will run a comedy show along with their team that includes Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, and Rajeev Nigam, along with the special woman Archana Puran Singh. The new comedy show is titled The Great Indian Kapil Show.
In a funny teaser of the show, someone says that the budget of the show has increased since Sunil has come on board, and this left us wondering about the net worths of these comedian-turned-actors turned superstars.
However, you’ll be surprised to know that the showrunner Kapil Sharma‘s net worth is 1150% higher than Sunflower 2 actor Sunil Grover. This difference is despite the fact that Sunil...
Kapil Sharma and Sunil Grover are friends! That should be the biggest patch-up on Indian Television after Ekta Kapoor and Smriti Irani’s patch decades ago. Now that Kapil and Sunil are back, they will run a comedy show along with their team that includes Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, and Rajeev Nigam, along with the special woman Archana Puran Singh. The new comedy show is titled The Great Indian Kapil Show.
In a funny teaser of the show, someone says that the budget of the show has increased since Sunil has come on board, and this left us wondering about the net worths of these comedian-turned-actors turned superstars.
However, you’ll be surprised to know that the showrunner Kapil Sharma‘s net worth is 1150% higher than Sunflower 2 actor Sunil Grover. This difference is despite the fact that Sunil...
- 2/29/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
March 2024 Ott Releases Seem To Be An Interesting LineUp (Photo Credit – Facebook/Youtube/IMDb)
It is an altogether new month, and we have it all planned for you. This month, Hindi films and web series have a lot on their plate to offer, and this platter is too tempting to miss. Right from drama to comedy and thriller to fantasy, you name it, and March 2024 Ott releases have it.
While there is a list of freshly baked web series, the star attraction of this month is Sara Ali Khan’s Ae Watan Mere Watan, a Dharmatic Entertainment film, which is a Netflix original and is dropping on the Ott giant later this month.
On the other hand, a few star releases this year are finally dropping on Ott platforms, including Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone‘s Fighter to Teja Sajja’s HanuMan.
Trending Article 370 Star Yami Gautam’s Films Ranked:...
It is an altogether new month, and we have it all planned for you. This month, Hindi films and web series have a lot on their plate to offer, and this platter is too tempting to miss. Right from drama to comedy and thriller to fantasy, you name it, and March 2024 Ott releases have it.
While there is a list of freshly baked web series, the star attraction of this month is Sara Ali Khan’s Ae Watan Mere Watan, a Dharmatic Entertainment film, which is a Netflix original and is dropping on the Ott giant later this month.
On the other hand, a few star releases this year are finally dropping on Ott platforms, including Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone‘s Fighter to Teja Sajja’s HanuMan.
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- 2/29/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Mumbai, Feb 15 (Ians) The makers of Sunil Grover-starrer ‘Sunflower’ on Thursday unveiled the riveting trailer of the second season of the crime comedy, offering a tantalising glimpse into the intriguing world of Sunflower, a middle-class housing society in Mumbai teeming with quirky characters.
Sunil, reprising his role as the enigmatic Sonu Singh, once again infuses humour and mystery while Adah Sharma adds her charm as Rosie Mehta to the already stellar cast.
The 2 minute 30 second trailer begins from where we left off–police duo Dg and Tambe, portrayed by Ranvir Shorey and Girish Kulkarni respectively, continue their relentless hunt for Mr Kapoor’s murderer.
As seen in the trailer, the new season will witness the most loved murder suspect coming back, Ahuja’s (played by Mukul Chadda) confession and Rosie’s entry into Sunflower society.
Rosie is a captivating bar dancer, who has inherited Kapoor’s (Ashwin Kaushal) penthouse,...
Sunil, reprising his role as the enigmatic Sonu Singh, once again infuses humour and mystery while Adah Sharma adds her charm as Rosie Mehta to the already stellar cast.
The 2 minute 30 second trailer begins from where we left off–police duo Dg and Tambe, portrayed by Ranvir Shorey and Girish Kulkarni respectively, continue their relentless hunt for Mr Kapoor’s murderer.
As seen in the trailer, the new season will witness the most loved murder suspect coming back, Ahuja’s (played by Mukul Chadda) confession and Rosie’s entry into Sunflower society.
Rosie is a captivating bar dancer, who has inherited Kapoor’s (Ashwin Kaushal) penthouse,...
- 2/15/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Brian Wilson is finally set to release his 1970s era country album featuring the vocals of former Beach Boys manager Fred Vail. Titled Cows in the Pasture, the long-lost album is slated to see the light of day sometime in 2025, according to a new feature in Rolling Stone.
As the story goes, Wilson presented Vail with the concept for the project in 1970 despite the manager not having formal training. “I said to him, ‘Have you written any country songs?'” Vail told Rolling Stone. “And he said, ‘Well, no.’ I said, ‘Do you have any idea who you’d like to use as musicians?’ He said, ‘Well, no. I’ve only worked with the Wrecking Crew for the most part. You find the songs. You select the musicians. We’ll go into Wally Heider’s Studio. We’ll start working on the album.'”
From there, Wilson and Vail started...
As the story goes, Wilson presented Vail with the concept for the project in 1970 despite the manager not having formal training. “I said to him, ‘Have you written any country songs?'” Vail told Rolling Stone. “And he said, ‘Well, no.’ I said, ‘Do you have any idea who you’d like to use as musicians?’ He said, ‘Well, no. I’ve only worked with the Wrecking Crew for the most part. You find the songs. You select the musicians. We’ll go into Wally Heider’s Studio. We’ll start working on the album.'”
From there, Wilson and Vail started...
- 2/13/2024
- by Eddie Fu
- Consequence - Music
Prepare for an emotional rollercoaster in the upcoming episode of “1000-Lb. Sisters” as Season 5, Episode 9, titled “Sunflower,” airs at 9:00 Pm on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, on TLC. In this heartfelt reality series, viewers have been following the journey of Amy and Tammy Slaton as they navigate the challenges of weight loss and life’s ups and downs.
In “Sunflower,” Amy is burdened with shame over her behavior during her Florida trip and is determined to make amends. However, she is worried that her sister Amanda won’t accept her apology, setting the stage for emotional confrontations and soul-searching moments.
Meanwhile, Tammy receives devastating news that shakes her world to its core. In this trying time, her family rallies together to provide unwavering support and comfort, showcasing the unbreakable bonds that tie them together.
As the Slaton sisters face their individual struggles and come to terms with their past actions, “1000-Lb. Sisters...
In “Sunflower,” Amy is burdened with shame over her behavior during her Florida trip and is determined to make amends. However, she is worried that her sister Amanda won’t accept her apology, setting the stage for emotional confrontations and soul-searching moments.
Meanwhile, Tammy receives devastating news that shakes her world to its core. In this trying time, her family rallies together to provide unwavering support and comfort, showcasing the unbreakable bonds that tie them together.
As the Slaton sisters face their individual struggles and come to terms with their past actions, “1000-Lb. Sisters...
- 1/30/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
No one would make a better choice to helm the soundtrack to Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse than Metro Boomin, the trap whiz with albums like Not All Heroes Wear Capes and Heroes & Villains in his discography. Part of a recent renaissance for blockbuster soundtracks (Kendrick Lamar and Beyoncé respectively curated the music for Black Panther and The Lion King of late), this latest lends new meaning to the term “spider verse,” with plenty of web-slinging bars from Offset, A$AP Rocky, 21 Savage, Future and an equally superpowered cast of melodic rappers of the moment.
- 6/2/2023
- by Miles Marshall Lewis
- Rollingstone.com
Brooklyn’s best – Spider-Man himself – returns to theaters on June 2 with the release of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. The sequel to the critically adored animated film Into the Spider-Verse, the new film once again follows the Miles Morales version of the webhead as he deals with the trials of balancing adolescence and adulthood with some interdimensional travel in between.
Related Here's Where You Can Stream Every 'Spider-Man' And 'Venom' Movie Online 'Into The Spider-Verse' (a Great Movie) Just Sent 'Sunflower' (a Great Song) to...
Related Here's Where You Can Stream Every 'Spider-Man' And 'Venom' Movie Online 'Into The Spider-Verse' (a Great Movie) Just Sent 'Sunflower' (a Great Song) to...
- 5/30/2023
- by Christopher Cruz
- Rollingstone.com
Mumbai, May 20 (Ians) From ‘Sunflower’ Season 2, ‘Tarla’ and ‘Haddi’ and many more have been included into the expansive line-up of titles for streaming portal ZEE5.
It also features originals in Hindi and regional languages, sequels of cult-favourite series, big-ticket direct to digital releases, blockbuster post-theatrical launches and intriguing docu-series.
For the slate, ZEE5 has partnered with creators such as Dharma Productions, Salman Khan Films, Guneet Monga’s Sikhya Entertainment, Bhanushali Studios, The Viral Fever (Tvf), Goldie Behl’s Rose Audio Visuals, Applause Entertainment, Sudhir Mishra, Vikas Bahl, Vivek Agnihotri, and Nagraj Manjule.
Bringing a bouquet of genres, the much-awaited line-up features sequels of prominent original series like ‘Sunflower’ S2, ‘Taj: Reign of Revenge’, Tvf’s ‘Humorously Yours’ S3 and ‘Aam Aadmi Family’ S4, ‘The Kashmir Files’, ‘Unreported’, ‘Duranga S2’, ‘Mithya S2’, ‘The Broken News’ S2, ‘Gyarah Gyarah (11:11)’, Sudhir Mishra’s ‘Crime Beat’.
Direct to digital movies Manoj Bajpayee’s...
It also features originals in Hindi and regional languages, sequels of cult-favourite series, big-ticket direct to digital releases, blockbuster post-theatrical launches and intriguing docu-series.
For the slate, ZEE5 has partnered with creators such as Dharma Productions, Salman Khan Films, Guneet Monga’s Sikhya Entertainment, Bhanushali Studios, The Viral Fever (Tvf), Goldie Behl’s Rose Audio Visuals, Applause Entertainment, Sudhir Mishra, Vikas Bahl, Vivek Agnihotri, and Nagraj Manjule.
Bringing a bouquet of genres, the much-awaited line-up features sequels of prominent original series like ‘Sunflower’ S2, ‘Taj: Reign of Revenge’, Tvf’s ‘Humorously Yours’ S3 and ‘Aam Aadmi Family’ S4, ‘The Kashmir Files’, ‘Unreported’, ‘Duranga S2’, ‘Mithya S2’, ‘The Broken News’ S2, ‘Gyarah Gyarah (11:11)’, Sudhir Mishra’s ‘Crime Beat’.
Direct to digital movies Manoj Bajpayee’s...
- 5/20/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
South Asian focused streamer ZEE5 has unveiled a 111-strong 2023 slate on the occasion of its fifth anniversary.
The lineup is across the Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Bangla, Punjabi and Marathi languages. The content is from top producers including Dharma Productions, Salman Khan Films, Oscar winner Guneet Monga’s Sikhya Entertainment, Bhanushali Studios, The Viral Fever, Applause Entertainment, Rose Audio Visuals, Vikas Bahl, Vivek Agnihotri, Nagraj Manjule and Sudhir Mishra.
A-list performers in the shows and films include Manoj Bajpayee, Pankaj Tripathi, Huma Qureshi, Arya, Parambrata Chatterjee, Vijay Sethupathi, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Radhika Apte.
Titles revealed so far include films and series including Manoj Bajpayee’s “Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai”; Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s “Haddi” and “Love is Blind,” Pankaj Tripathi’s “Kadak Singh”; Huma Qureshi’s “Tarla”; Sunny Deol’s “Gadar 2”; Vetrimaaran and Vijay Sethupathi’s “Viduthalai – Part 1”; Arya’s “Kathar Basha Endra Muthuramalingam”; Nagraj Manjule...
The lineup is across the Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Bangla, Punjabi and Marathi languages. The content is from top producers including Dharma Productions, Salman Khan Films, Oscar winner Guneet Monga’s Sikhya Entertainment, Bhanushali Studios, The Viral Fever, Applause Entertainment, Rose Audio Visuals, Vikas Bahl, Vivek Agnihotri, Nagraj Manjule and Sudhir Mishra.
A-list performers in the shows and films include Manoj Bajpayee, Pankaj Tripathi, Huma Qureshi, Arya, Parambrata Chatterjee, Vijay Sethupathi, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Radhika Apte.
Titles revealed so far include films and series including Manoj Bajpayee’s “Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai”; Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s “Haddi” and “Love is Blind,” Pankaj Tripathi’s “Kadak Singh”; Huma Qureshi’s “Tarla”; Sunny Deol’s “Gadar 2”; Vetrimaaran and Vijay Sethupathi’s “Viduthalai – Part 1”; Arya’s “Kathar Basha Endra Muthuramalingam”; Nagraj Manjule...
- 5/19/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Isabel May, whose previous credits include Alexa & Katie, Let’s Scare Julie, Run Hide Fight, I Want You Back, and the Yellowstone prequel series 1883, has signed on to join Jurnee Smollett (Birds of Prey) in the thriller Sunflower, which is set to mark the feature directorial debut of writer Misha Green.
Green and Smollett previously worked together on the TV shows Underground and Lovecraft Country. Green created Underground with Joe Pokaski and developed Lovecraft Country from the Matt Ruff novel. Her first directing credit was on an episode of Lovecraft Country.
After spending more than a decade in development hell, Sunflower is finally moving forward at Lionsgate. The screenplay Green wrote for the film was so highly regarded that it was on the Black List back in 2008. The story follows two young women who are held hostage in a prison-like farmhouse by a deranged college professor. As they struggle to survive,...
Green and Smollett previously worked together on the TV shows Underground and Lovecraft Country. Green created Underground with Joe Pokaski and developed Lovecraft Country from the Matt Ruff novel. Her first directing credit was on an episode of Lovecraft Country.
After spending more than a decade in development hell, Sunflower is finally moving forward at Lionsgate. The screenplay Green wrote for the film was so highly regarded that it was on the Black List back in 2008. The story follows two young women who are held hostage in a prison-like farmhouse by a deranged college professor. As they struggle to survive,...
- 5/16/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
“Lovecraft Country” creator Misha Green will be making her feature directorial debut with Lionsgate’s Sunflower, and Deadline brings us some more casting news this week.
Jurnee Smollett (“Lovecraft Country”) will re-team with Misha Green and star in the film, we previously learned, and Isabel May (“1883”) has now also joined the cast.
In Sunflower, two women struggle to escape from a deranged college professor who holds them hostage on a remote sunflower farm.
Green wrote the script and will also produce alongside Craig J. Flores.
“Everyone at our studio was completely drawn in by the way Misha, Jurnee, and the ‘Lovecraft Country’ team worked so confidently to create a compelling genre series – then subverted the genre and reinvented it through a new lens,” said Nathan Kahane, President of Lionsgate Motion Picture Group. “That’s the opportunity with Sunflower. The screenplay is unique, thrilling, and flat-out scary. It’s going...
Jurnee Smollett (“Lovecraft Country”) will re-team with Misha Green and star in the film, we previously learned, and Isabel May (“1883”) has now also joined the cast.
In Sunflower, two women struggle to escape from a deranged college professor who holds them hostage on a remote sunflower farm.
Green wrote the script and will also produce alongside Craig J. Flores.
“Everyone at our studio was completely drawn in by the way Misha, Jurnee, and the ‘Lovecraft Country’ team worked so confidently to create a compelling genre series – then subverted the genre and reinvented it through a new lens,” said Nathan Kahane, President of Lionsgate Motion Picture Group. “That’s the opportunity with Sunflower. The screenplay is unique, thrilling, and flat-out scary. It’s going...
- 5/15/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Exclusive: 1883 breakout Isabel May is set to star opposite Jurnee Smollett in the thriller Sunflower, which Misha Green is directing for Lionsgate, in her feature debut.
In the film, which the studio is fast-tracking for production, two women struggle to escape from a deranged college professor who holds them hostage on a remote sunflower farm.
Green wrote the script and will produce alongside Craig Flores, with Meredith Wieck and Aaron Edmonds overseeing the project for Lionsgate. The deal was negotiated for the studio by Dan Freedman.
Best known for her role as Elsa Dutton in Paramount+’s Yellowstone prequel series 1883 created by Taylor Sheridan, May currently reprises the part as narrator of Sheridan’s follow-up Western drama 1923, which was renewed for a second season earlier this year. The actress otherwise best known for starring opposite Paris Berelc in the Netflix sitcom Alexa & Katie has also previously been...
In the film, which the studio is fast-tracking for production, two women struggle to escape from a deranged college professor who holds them hostage on a remote sunflower farm.
Green wrote the script and will produce alongside Craig Flores, with Meredith Wieck and Aaron Edmonds overseeing the project for Lionsgate. The deal was negotiated for the studio by Dan Freedman.
Best known for her role as Elsa Dutton in Paramount+’s Yellowstone prequel series 1883 created by Taylor Sheridan, May currently reprises the part as narrator of Sheridan’s follow-up Western drama 1923, which was renewed for a second season earlier this year. The actress otherwise best known for starring opposite Paris Berelc in the Netflix sitcom Alexa & Katie has also previously been...
- 5/15/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Alison Oliver (Saltburn), Jurnee Smollett (Lovecraft Country), Marc Maron (To Leslie) and Odessa Young (The Staircase) have closed deals to join The Order, the crime thriller to be directed for Stuart Ford’s AGC Studios by Justin Kurzel, which is heading into production on Wednesday.
No specifics as to roles of the new cast members have been disclosed, but they join an ensemble that Jude Law, Nicholas Hoult and Tye Sheridan will lead, as previously announced.
Based on Kevin Flynn and Gary Gerhardt’s book The Silent Brotherhood, which chronicles the escalating crimes of the titular white supremacist domestic terror group, the film is set in 1983 amongst the series of increasingly violent bank robberies, counterfeiting operations and armored car heists that frightened communities throughout the Pacific Northwest. As baffled law enforcement agents scrambled for answers, a lone FBI agent (Law), stationed in the sleepy, picturesque town of Coeur d’Alene,...
No specifics as to roles of the new cast members have been disclosed, but they join an ensemble that Jude Law, Nicholas Hoult and Tye Sheridan will lead, as previously announced.
Based on Kevin Flynn and Gary Gerhardt’s book The Silent Brotherhood, which chronicles the escalating crimes of the titular white supremacist domestic terror group, the film is set in 1983 amongst the series of increasingly violent bank robberies, counterfeiting operations and armored car heists that frightened communities throughout the Pacific Northwest. As baffled law enforcement agents scrambled for answers, a lone FBI agent (Law), stationed in the sleepy, picturesque town of Coeur d’Alene,...
- 5/8/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Participating in the Goes to Cannes initiative for the very first time, Australia’s Queer Screen Mardi Gras Film Festival has unveiled titles selected for its works-in-progress showcase: Four feature films and one documentary.
“It is the first time that Goes to Cannes has a partner from Australia and it’s also the first time when we have a festival dedicated to LGBTQ films and content. It’s also a part of our impACT initiative, which supports diversity, inclusion and sustainability in the film industry,” observes Guillaume Esmiol, executive director at Marché du Film.
Fawzia Mirza’s “The Queen of My Dreams” and Poppy Stockell’s dark comedy-drama “Triple Oh!” – “about a mismatched pair of queer ambulance paramedics who get hands-on with life, death, and each other,” teases the director – will be presented, as well as “Sunflower” by Gabriel Carrubba.
“For me, the mood of the film is sensual. It’s tender,...
“It is the first time that Goes to Cannes has a partner from Australia and it’s also the first time when we have a festival dedicated to LGBTQ films and content. It’s also a part of our impACT initiative, which supports diversity, inclusion and sustainability in the film industry,” observes Guillaume Esmiol, executive director at Marché du Film.
Fawzia Mirza’s “The Queen of My Dreams” and Poppy Stockell’s dark comedy-drama “Triple Oh!” – “about a mismatched pair of queer ambulance paramedics who get hands-on with life, death, and each other,” teases the director – will be presented, as well as “Sunflower” by Gabriel Carrubba.
“For me, the mood of the film is sensual. It’s tender,...
- 5/5/2023
- by Marta Balaga
- Variety Film + TV
Post Malone is this year’s recipient of a distinguished songwriting award.
On June 15, the “Sunflower” singer will receive the 2023 Hal David Starlight Award, an honour for gifted young songwriters making a significant impact in the music industry with their original songs.
On Thursday, the Songwriters Hall of Fame announced that Malone, 27, will receive the award at the 52nd Annual Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Dinner, which will take place this summer at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City.
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“Over the last few years I have had the pleasure of watching Posty become one of the biggest artists in the world and he’s done it by writing phenomenal songs,” Shof Chairman, Nile Rodgers, said in a statement. “Way before Post Malone was a superstar, he was a great songwriter, and this is his...
On June 15, the “Sunflower” singer will receive the 2023 Hal David Starlight Award, an honour for gifted young songwriters making a significant impact in the music industry with their original songs.
On Thursday, the Songwriters Hall of Fame announced that Malone, 27, will receive the award at the 52nd Annual Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Dinner, which will take place this summer at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City.
Read More: Mariah Carey, Neptunes, Annie Lennox In Songwriters Hall Of Fame
“Over the last few years I have had the pleasure of watching Posty become one of the biggest artists in the world and he’s done it by writing phenomenal songs,” Shof Chairman, Nile Rodgers, said in a statement. “Way before Post Malone was a superstar, he was a great songwriter, and this is his...
- 5/5/2023
- by Melissa Romualdi
- ET Canada
Post Malone has always ricocheted between genres, but his new single “Chemical” — which he co-wrote with Andrew Watt, Billy Walsh, and Louis Bell — takes the rap-rocker all the way into upbeat, sentimental pop. Watch the video above.
This isn’t the first time Post has looked on the bright side of life. His last single, which peaked at number-three on the Billboard Hot 100, was literally called “I Like You (A Happier Song).” And while “Chemical” has a sunny sound, it still tackles darker material with lyrics about being trapped in a toxic relationship: “You break me, then I break my rules / Last time was the last time too / It’s f*cked up, I know, but I’m still / Outside of the party smoking in the car with you.”
SEEWhy Boygenius (‘The Record’) could be dark horse Grammy contenders for Album of the Year
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This isn’t the first time Post has looked on the bright side of life. His last single, which peaked at number-three on the Billboard Hot 100, was literally called “I Like You (A Happier Song).” And while “Chemical” has a sunny sound, it still tackles darker material with lyrics about being trapped in a toxic relationship: “You break me, then I break my rules / Last time was the last time too / It’s f*cked up, I know, but I’m still / Outside of the party smoking in the car with you.”
SEEWhy Boygenius (‘The Record’) could be dark horse Grammy contenders for Album of the Year
Co-writer and co-producer Watt won the...
- 4/14/2023
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
CinemaTheatre, television and film actor Sameer Khakhar, who is remembered for his performance as Khopdi in the TV serial Nukkad, passed away in Mumbai.Sameer Khakhar: Twitter/FilmHistoryPicVeteran theatre, television and film actor Sameer Khakhar, who is remembered for his performance as Khopdi in the television serial Nukkad, passed away in Mumbai on Wednesday, March 15. He was 70. A family member said that Khakhar was ailing for long and succumbed to multiple organ failure at a private hospital in Mumbai. His funeral will happen later on Wednesday at the Vazira Naka Crematorium in Borivali West. Khakhar is best known for his role of an alcoholic named Khopdi in the popular comedy show Nukkad directed by Kundan Shah and Saeed Akhtar Mirza that was telecast on Doordarshan in 1986-1987. The actor also played big and small roles in over 40 Hindi films, as well as several Gujarati plays and nearly half a dozen television serials including Naya Nukkad,...
- 3/15/2023
- by AjayR
- The News Minute
Mumbai, March 15 (Ians) Veteran theatre, television and film actor Sameer Khakhar – who is remembered for his rib-tickler performance as ‘Khopdi’ in the teleserial ‘Nukkad’ passed away here on Wednesday. He was 70.
A family member said that Khakhar was ailing for long and succumbed to multiple organ failure at a private hospital in Borivali suburb early today.
His funeral is scheduled later today at the Vaziranaka Crematorium in Borivali west.
Blessed with a roly-poly personality, large eyes on a roundish face, Khakhar is best known for his role of a drunkard in the popular comedy-serial, ‘Nukkad’ directed by Kundan Shah-Saeed Mirza that was telecast on Doordarshan in 1986-1987.
He also played big and small roles in over 40 Bollywood films, Gujarati theatre plays, half a dozen teleserials including ‘Naya Nukkad’ and the latest a web-series ‘Sunflower’ (2021), working with the top directors and actors of the day.
–Ians
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A family member said that Khakhar was ailing for long and succumbed to multiple organ failure at a private hospital in Borivali suburb early today.
His funeral is scheduled later today at the Vaziranaka Crematorium in Borivali west.
Blessed with a roly-poly personality, large eyes on a roundish face, Khakhar is best known for his role of a drunkard in the popular comedy-serial, ‘Nukkad’ directed by Kundan Shah-Saeed Mirza that was telecast on Doordarshan in 1986-1987.
He also played big and small roles in over 40 Bollywood films, Gujarati theatre plays, half a dozen teleserials including ‘Naya Nukkad’ and the latest a web-series ‘Sunflower’ (2021), working with the top directors and actors of the day.
–Ians
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- 3/15/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Misha Green has had some bad luck recently. She was showrunner on the HBO series Lovecraft Country, which didn’t get the second season she had planned out. Then she was hired to write and make her feature directorial debut on a sequel to the 2018 Tomb Raider reboot, a project that fell apart when MGM lost the rights to the property and Amazon picked them up. But Green has also had some good luck recently. Last month, it was announced that she will be making her feature directorial debut on a thriller called Sunflower, based on a script she first wrote 15 years ago. Now Deadline has broken the news that Green will also be writing and direct a sci-fi “terror tale” called I Am Not Alone, with Oscar-winner Jessica Chastain (The Eyes of Tammy Faye) attached to star in the film.
Deadline reports that the rights to the project, which...
Deadline reports that the rights to the project, which...
- 3/13/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Director Misha Green won’t be tackling “Tomb Raider 2” next but is instead focusing on an older original thriller project that she co-wrote with Craig J. Flores. A new report from Deadline reveals that Green will be directing “Sunflower” and will see actress Jurnee Smollett (“Spiderhead“) taking a lead role in the new thriller. As per the logline, the Lionsgate pic will focus on “two women struggle to escape from a deranged college professor who holds them hostage on a remote sunflower farm.” However, it’s a mystery who will take on this key character of the villainous college professor that is keeping these folks captive on this isolated farm but certainly sounds like a meaty part to fill.
Continue reading ‘Sunflower’: Director Misha Green & Jurnee Smollett Reunite For New Lionsgate Thriller at The Playlist.
Continue reading ‘Sunflower’: Director Misha Green & Jurnee Smollett Reunite For New Lionsgate Thriller at The Playlist.
- 2/1/2023
- by Christopher Marc
- The Playlist
Misha Green has been wanting to make a thriller called Sunflower for a long time… and after spending more than a decade in development hell, the project is finally moving forward at Lionsgate! Green had been attached to make her feature directorial debut on a Tomb Raider film starring Alicia Vikander, but that fell apart when MGM lost the rights to the Tomb Raider franchise. So Green has now shifted over to making her feature directorial debut on Sunflower – and she has cast Jurnee Smollett (Birds of Prey) in the lead role.
Green and Smollett previously worked together on the TV shows Underground and Lovecraft Country. Green created Underground with Joe Pokaski and developed Lovecraft Country from the Matt Ruff novel. Her first directing credit was on an episode of Lovecraft Country.
The screenplay Green wrote for Sunflower was so highly regarded that it was on the Black List back...
Green and Smollett previously worked together on the TV shows Underground and Lovecraft Country. Green created Underground with Joe Pokaski and developed Lovecraft Country from the Matt Ruff novel. Her first directing credit was on an episode of Lovecraft Country.
The screenplay Green wrote for Sunflower was so highly regarded that it was on the Black List back...
- 2/1/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Indian production house Reliance Entertainment, best known in the streaming space for Netflix’s “Sacred Games,” has 10 shows greenlit for development and four in production.
The company, which is a producer on Steven Spielberg’s “The Fabelmans,” entered the streaming space in 2018 and produced 13 shows in five years. These include “Ghoul” and “Family Tandoncies” for Netflix; “Black Widows” and “Sunflower” for ZEE5; “Masoom” for Disney+ Hotstar and “Dr. Arora” for SonyLIV.
Currently in the works for 2023 are Rohit Shetty’s “Indian Police Force,” revolving around a Delhi police officer, and Vikramaditya Motwane’s Bollywood saga “Jubilee,” both for Amazon’s Prime Video service.
Season 2 of Vikas Bahl’s “Sunflower,” a murder mystery starring Sunil Grover, is in preproduction. An untitled series from “A Dirty Picture” filmmaker Milan Luthria is in post.
Also in the works is a crime thriller from “Paan Singh Tomar” filmmaker Tigmanshu Dhulia. “Mirzapur” director Gurmmeet Singh,...
The company, which is a producer on Steven Spielberg’s “The Fabelmans,” entered the streaming space in 2018 and produced 13 shows in five years. These include “Ghoul” and “Family Tandoncies” for Netflix; “Black Widows” and “Sunflower” for ZEE5; “Masoom” for Disney+ Hotstar and “Dr. Arora” for SonyLIV.
Currently in the works for 2023 are Rohit Shetty’s “Indian Police Force,” revolving around a Delhi police officer, and Vikramaditya Motwane’s Bollywood saga “Jubilee,” both for Amazon’s Prime Video service.
Season 2 of Vikas Bahl’s “Sunflower,” a murder mystery starring Sunil Grover, is in preproduction. An untitled series from “A Dirty Picture” filmmaker Milan Luthria is in post.
Also in the works is a crime thriller from “Paan Singh Tomar” filmmaker Tigmanshu Dhulia. “Mirzapur” director Gurmmeet Singh,...
- 2/1/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Lovecraft Country creator Misha Green is set to make her feature directorial debut with Sunflower, a thriller for Lionsgate set to star Jurnee Smollett.
Green will write and helm the film about two women struggling to escape from a deranged college professor who holds them hostage on a remote sunflower farm. Green and Craig Flores will produce the project unveiled by Nathan Kahane, president of the Lionsgate Motion Picture Group, which is eyeing a summer start for production.
Besides the HBO series Lovecraft Country, Green’s upcoming credits include writing and producing the feature film The Mother for Netflix. Recent credits for Smollett include Birds of Prey, the Joseph Kosinski sci-fi film Spiderhead, and Lou, which she executive produced on and starred in opposite Allison Janney.
Sunflower reunites Smollett and Green after they worked together on the series Underground and then Lovecraft Country. The latter received 18 Emmy nominations, including nods...
Green will write and helm the film about two women struggling to escape from a deranged college professor who holds them hostage on a remote sunflower farm. Green and Craig Flores will produce the project unveiled by Nathan Kahane, president of the Lionsgate Motion Picture Group, which is eyeing a summer start for production.
Besides the HBO series Lovecraft Country, Green’s upcoming credits include writing and producing the feature film The Mother for Netflix. Recent credits for Smollett include Birds of Prey, the Joseph Kosinski sci-fi film Spiderhead, and Lou, which she executive produced on and starred in opposite Allison Janney.
Sunflower reunites Smollett and Green after they worked together on the series Underground and then Lovecraft Country. The latter received 18 Emmy nominations, including nods...
- 1/31/2023
- by Etan Vlessing
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
“Lovecraft Country” creator Misha Green will be making her feature directorial debut with Lionsgate’s upcoming thriller Sunflower, Deadline has exclusively reported this afternoon.
Jurnee Smollett (“Lovecraft Country”) will re-team with Misha Green and star in the film.
In Sunflower, two women struggle to escape from a deranged college professor who holds them hostage on a remote sunflower farm.
Green wrote the script and will also produce alongside Craig J. Flores.
“Everyone at our studio was completely drawn in by the way Misha, Jurnee, and the ‘Lovecraft Country’ team worked so confidently to create a compelling genre series – then subverted the genre and reinvented it through a new lens,” said Nathan Kahane, President of Lionsgate Motion Picture Group. “That’s the opportunity with Sunflower. The screenplay is unique, thrilling, and flat-out scary. It’s going to make a hell of a movie.”
Green added, “Sunflower was the first script I...
Jurnee Smollett (“Lovecraft Country”) will re-team with Misha Green and star in the film.
In Sunflower, two women struggle to escape from a deranged college professor who holds them hostage on a remote sunflower farm.
Green wrote the script and will also produce alongside Craig J. Flores.
“Everyone at our studio was completely drawn in by the way Misha, Jurnee, and the ‘Lovecraft Country’ team worked so confidently to create a compelling genre series – then subverted the genre and reinvented it through a new lens,” said Nathan Kahane, President of Lionsgate Motion Picture Group. “That’s the opportunity with Sunflower. The screenplay is unique, thrilling, and flat-out scary. It’s going to make a hell of a movie.”
Green added, “Sunflower was the first script I...
- 1/31/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
‘Lovecraft Country’ Reunion: Misha Green to Direct Jurnee Smollett in Lionsgate Thriller ‘Sunflower’
Misha Green and Jurnee Smollett will embark on their third collaboration with Green’s feature directorial debut, “Sunflower.”
The Lionsgate film has been described as a thriller about two women who attempt to escape from a remote sunflower farm, where they are being held hostage by a deranged college professor.
Green will write and direct, as well as produce along with Craig Flores. Production is slated to begin this summer.
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“’Sunflower’ was the first script I sold when I landed in Hollywood, and now having the opportunity to make it my first feature directorial outing feels like kismet,” said Green in a statement. “I couldn’t have hoped for better partners and collaborators than Nathan, the Lionsgate team, Craig, and Jurnee to help me shepherd it to the big screen.”
“Everyone at our studio was...
The Lionsgate film has been described as a thriller about two women who attempt to escape from a remote sunflower farm, where they are being held hostage by a deranged college professor.
Green will write and direct, as well as produce along with Craig Flores. Production is slated to begin this summer.
Also Read:
Dylan Sprouse and Mason Gooding to Star in Patrick Lussier’s Actioner ‘Aftermath’
“’Sunflower’ was the first script I sold when I landed in Hollywood, and now having the opportunity to make it my first feature directorial outing feels like kismet,” said Green in a statement. “I couldn’t have hoped for better partners and collaborators than Nathan, the Lionsgate team, Craig, and Jurnee to help me shepherd it to the big screen.”
“Everyone at our studio was...
- 1/31/2023
- by Harper Lambert
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Misha Green will reteam with her Underground and Lovecraft Country star Jurnee Smollett for the Lionsgate thriller Sunflower. Green will direct off a script she wrote and produce with Craig J. Flores.
In Sunflower, two women struggle to escape from a deranged college professor who holds them hostage on a remote sunflower farm.
Sunflower will be Green and Smollett’s next project, and the studio is eyeing a summer start for production.
Smollett and Green first worked together on the critically acclaimed WGN series Underground before reuniting for their ten-episode HBO limited series Lovecraft Country, which counted 18 Emmy nominations, including nods for Smollett’s performance, Green’s writing, and Outstanding Drama Series, while Smollett was nominated for Emmy, NAACP and SAG Awards for her performance.
“Everyone at our studio was completely drawn in by the way Misha, Jurnee, and the ‘Lovecraft Country’ team worked so confidently to create a...
In Sunflower, two women struggle to escape from a deranged college professor who holds them hostage on a remote sunflower farm.
Sunflower will be Green and Smollett’s next project, and the studio is eyeing a summer start for production.
Smollett and Green first worked together on the critically acclaimed WGN series Underground before reuniting for their ten-episode HBO limited series Lovecraft Country, which counted 18 Emmy nominations, including nods for Smollett’s performance, Green’s writing, and Outstanding Drama Series, while Smollett was nominated for Emmy, NAACP and SAG Awards for her performance.
“Everyone at our studio was completely drawn in by the way Misha, Jurnee, and the ‘Lovecraft Country’ team worked so confidently to create a...
- 1/31/2023
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Lee Soojung’s short non-fiction movie “News Feed On My…” is one of twelve short anti-war movies from the first part of the campaign “Against The War, In The Name Of Cinema” started by the New Asian Filmmakers Collective. As such, the campaign is a great example of film activism.
News Feed On My… is streaming on
CathayPlay
The short is comprised of close shots of the director’s Facebook newsfeed opened on her phone and her finger swiping through the constant ballast of news about the Russian invasion of Ukraine. In the background, we see a newspaper, never read or even touched.
In its brief runtime of only six minutes, Soojung’s movie manages to touch upon many things that became apparent in the first days after the Russian army invaded Ukraine. One of them is the sad fact that up until that point, the country was largely unknown,...
News Feed On My… is streaming on
CathayPlay
The short is comprised of close shots of the director’s Facebook newsfeed opened on her phone and her finger swiping through the constant ballast of news about the Russian invasion of Ukraine. In the background, we see a newspaper, never read or even touched.
In its brief runtime of only six minutes, Soojung’s movie manages to touch upon many things that became apparent in the first days after the Russian army invaded Ukraine. One of them is the sad fact that up until that point, the country was largely unknown,...
- 3/27/2022
- by Martin Lukanov
- AsianMoviePulse
Sony Pictures Animation pulled the curtain back on its follow-up to “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” on Saturday, unveiling the first footage of the upcoming animated sequel. The teaser caps off with the reveal of the title “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,” along with a surprise subtitle “Part One,” suggesting that more “Spider-Verse” sequels are on the way.
The new footage picks up where the first “Spider-Verse” left off, showing Miles Morales (voiced by Shameik Moore) relaxing in his bed while listening to Post Malone and Swae Lee’s “Sunflower.” After being contacted by Gwen Stacy a.k.a. Spider-Gwen (Hailee Steinfeld) from an alternate dimension, the two exit Morales’ bedroom window. The teaser climaxes with footage of Morales as Spider-Man swinging through cities and portals, showcasing the sequel’s eye-popping animation style.
The first look comes after a series of teasers from the “Spider-Verse” team on Twitter. Earlier on Saturday, producer...
The new footage picks up where the first “Spider-Verse” left off, showing Miles Morales (voiced by Shameik Moore) relaxing in his bed while listening to Post Malone and Swae Lee’s “Sunflower.” After being contacted by Gwen Stacy a.k.a. Spider-Gwen (Hailee Steinfeld) from an alternate dimension, the two exit Morales’ bedroom window. The teaser climaxes with footage of Morales as Spider-Man swinging through cities and portals, showcasing the sequel’s eye-popping animation style.
The first look comes after a series of teasers from the “Spider-Verse” team on Twitter. Earlier on Saturday, producer...
- 12/5/2021
- by J. Kim Murphy
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Grammy winners Roddy Ricch (“The Box”), Ella Mai (“Boo’d Up”) and Macy Gray (“I Try”) have signed on to star in the animated feature, Sneaks, with five-time nominee Swae Lee (“Sunflower”) and NBA superstar Chris Paul also joining the cast.
As previously announced, Oscar nominee Laurence Fishburne will also lend his voice and produce, with multi-platinum and Grammy-winning producer and artist Mustard serving as the film’s executive music producer.
The feature from Lengi Studios and Fishburne’s Cinema Gypsy Productions centers on a pair of misplaced sneakers that end up lost in New York City and must find a way to get back to their “sole mates.” With the help of a charming oxford (Mai), an elegant stiletto (Gray), and a gifted young athlete (Lee), they must band together to thwart the evil Collector (Fishburne) and the mysterious Forger (Ricch).
Paul will play himself, hosting a Met...
As previously announced, Oscar nominee Laurence Fishburne will also lend his voice and produce, with multi-platinum and Grammy-winning producer and artist Mustard serving as the film’s executive music producer.
The feature from Lengi Studios and Fishburne’s Cinema Gypsy Productions centers on a pair of misplaced sneakers that end up lost in New York City and must find a way to get back to their “sole mates.” With the help of a charming oxford (Mai), an elegant stiletto (Gray), and a gifted young athlete (Lee), they must band together to thwart the evil Collector (Fishburne) and the mysterious Forger (Ricch).
Paul will play himself, hosting a Met...
- 10/27/2021
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
24kGoldn’s guitar-laced, melodic hip-hop defies a single genre, so it makes sense that his favorite songs are as eclectic as his own music. The 20-year-old rapper submitted his ballot for Rolling Stone’s new 500 Greatest Songs of All Time rankings, voting for a healthy mix of post-2000s hip-hop and R&b with the occasional soul classic and pop anthem. Goldn — real name Golden Landis Von Jones — was one of more than 250 artists, journalists, and industry figures to participate in the new list.
Goldn described his Number One song,...
Goldn described his Number One song,...
- 9/22/2021
- by Ethan Millman
- Rollingstone.com
When you play a song on major streaming platforms, money doesn’t just zoom straight into an artist’s pocket. But what if it did? That’s how payments are designed to work on Audius, a platform built on a blockchain — yes, the same technological network that NFTs run on.
And this three-year-old San Francisco-based company that employs fewer than 40 crypto-crazed people has officially piqued the interest of some of music’s biggest power players. Later today (September 16th), Audius will announce a $5 million round of strategic funding led by major music celebrities,...
And this three-year-old San Francisco-based company that employs fewer than 40 crypto-crazed people has officially piqued the interest of some of music’s biggest power players. Later today (September 16th), Audius will announce a $5 million round of strategic funding led by major music celebrities,...
- 9/16/2021
- by Samantha Hissong
- Rollingstone.com
By 1969, the Beach Boys were in a rough place commercially. The brilliant Pet Sounds, years away from gaining the cult following it would eventually accrue, was a commercial dud. Radio had moved on to heavier rock and soul. The Summer of Love and Monterey Pop came and went without the participation of the band who gave the world “Good Vibrations.” Woodstock was happening as these thirtysomethings were figuring out the next move.
Their dilemma was embodied in the single they put out that year: the A side, a Brian Wilson song called “Break Away,...
Their dilemma was embodied in the single they put out that year: the A side, a Brian Wilson song called “Break Away,...
- 8/31/2021
- by Joe Gross
- Rollingstone.com
The Beach Boys will explore the fertile era that yielded Sunflower and Surf’s Up in a new series of featurettes tied to the release of Feel Flows – The Sunflower & Surf’s Up Sessions box set.
The first in the series of three videos premiered Thursday, with “Feel Flows Chapter 1: I See Love” focusing on 1970’s Sunflower. The video features rare and unreleased photos and video of the Beach Boys, including performance clips, studio footage, and archival interviews with Brian Wilson, Mike Love, Bruce Johnston, Carl Wilson, and Al Jardine.
The first in the series of three videos premiered Thursday, with “Feel Flows Chapter 1: I See Love” focusing on 1970’s Sunflower. The video features rare and unreleased photos and video of the Beach Boys, including performance clips, studio footage, and archival interviews with Brian Wilson, Mike Love, Bruce Johnston, Carl Wilson, and Al Jardine.
- 8/19/2021
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
ZEE5 Global, the largest Ott platform for South-Asian content, has received a warm response to its ZEE5 Original web series Sunflower. The innovative series stars Sunil Grover in a new screen avatar alongside a stellar ensemble cast that has been winning over audiences and critics alike.
Sunflower is the story of a middle-class housing society in Mumbai called “Sunflower”, home to a plethora of quirky characters. From thrill, comedy and drama centred around the characters with their relatable stories, everything revolving around the housing society takes you on a roller-coaster ride that is keeping viewers hooked.
Along with Sunil Grover as Sonu Singh, the eight-episode web series also features Ranvir Shorey as Inspector Digendra, his team-mate Girish Kulkarni as Inspector Tambe, Ashish Vidyarthi as Dilip Iyer, Mukul Chadda as Mr. Ahuja, Radha Bhatt as his wife Mrs. Ahuja joined by Ashwin Kaushal as Raj Kapoor, Shonali Nagrani as Mrs. Raj Kapoor and Saloni Khanna,...
Sunflower is the story of a middle-class housing society in Mumbai called “Sunflower”, home to a plethora of quirky characters. From thrill, comedy and drama centred around the characters with their relatable stories, everything revolving around the housing society takes you on a roller-coaster ride that is keeping viewers hooked.
Along with Sunil Grover as Sonu Singh, the eight-episode web series also features Ranvir Shorey as Inspector Digendra, his team-mate Girish Kulkarni as Inspector Tambe, Ashish Vidyarthi as Dilip Iyer, Mukul Chadda as Mr. Ahuja, Radha Bhatt as his wife Mrs. Ahuja joined by Ashwin Kaushal as Raj Kapoor, Shonali Nagrani as Mrs. Raj Kapoor and Saloni Khanna,...
- 6/30/2021
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
He doesn't have to try too hard. His audience can't hold back a chuckle when he doles out a mere one liner or tiny twist of expression. Sunil Grover makes comedy seem like a cakewalk.
"I think I am lucky. I am lucky that people laugh at what I say. So, there is nothing else to it. We all have to do our work and create our jokes, and how to render it and how to approach it. I love it. Maybe the love for it makes it work sometimes," said Sunil.
The 43-year-old funnyman gained the spotlight for his portrayals of Gutthi, Dr Mashoor Gulati and Rinku Devi on television.
He has also featured in films such as "Bharata, "Gabbar Is Back", "Patakha" and "Baaghi", among many others.
"I love what I do and that is a tool. This is something which is not imposed. I can't do anything else.
"I think I am lucky. I am lucky that people laugh at what I say. So, there is nothing else to it. We all have to do our work and create our jokes, and how to render it and how to approach it. I love it. Maybe the love for it makes it work sometimes," said Sunil.
The 43-year-old funnyman gained the spotlight for his portrayals of Gutthi, Dr Mashoor Gulati and Rinku Devi on television.
He has also featured in films such as "Bharata, "Gabbar Is Back", "Patakha" and "Baaghi", among many others.
"I love what I do and that is a tool. This is something which is not imposed. I can't do anything else.
- 6/14/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
The Sunflower web series review is here. The crime-thriller comedy series is created and written by Vikas Bahl. Directed by Vikas Bahl with Rahul Sengupta as the co-director. Sunflower is produced by Reliance Entertainment and Good Co. The crime-thriller comedy series stars actor-comedian Sunil Grover in the lead along with Ranvir Shorey, Girish Kulkarni, Shonali Nagrani, Mukul Chadha, Sonal Jha and Ashish Vidyarthi in pivotal roles.
Ott Web Series Sunflower Review
Shuttling between a murder mystery and a quirky social commentary, Vikas Bahl’s Sunflower is a cool vivid and wittingly wicked series that further clarifies the difference between fact and reality.
Filled with metaphor at paces, the title Sunflower is the name of a reputed society in the Mumbai metropolis.
The society comprises of interesting characters that include a righteous Hindi chemistry teacher Mr. Ahuja (Mukul Chaddha), a rich arrogant neighbour Mr. Kapoor (Ashwin Kaushal), a flagbearer of moral...
Ott Web Series Sunflower Review
Shuttling between a murder mystery and a quirky social commentary, Vikas Bahl’s Sunflower is a cool vivid and wittingly wicked series that further clarifies the difference between fact and reality.
Filled with metaphor at paces, the title Sunflower is the name of a reputed society in the Mumbai metropolis.
The society comprises of interesting characters that include a righteous Hindi chemistry teacher Mr. Ahuja (Mukul Chaddha), a rich arrogant neighbour Mr. Kapoor (Ashwin Kaushal), a flagbearer of moral...
- 6/11/2021
- by Vishal Verma
- GlamSham
Actor Ranvir Shorey, who is playing a pivotal role in the upcoming web series "Sunflower", says that Sunil Grover is an exciting actor to work with.
"After I got the narration for 'Sunflower' I asked who is playing Sonu and I was told that Sunil will be doing it. I was readily excited to be part of the story then.
"It is a murder mystery and working with Sunil was such a delight. He is really a talented actor who is getting all the deserving chance now. He started with comedy so his journey was different. But really, Sunil is a very good actor," revealed Ranvir.
The story of the show revolves around a murder that happens at a housing society named Sunflower and the investigation that follows.
Ranvir plays a police inspector in the show while Sunil is Sonu, one of the residents.
Ranvir has appeared in...
"After I got the narration for 'Sunflower' I asked who is playing Sonu and I was told that Sunil will be doing it. I was readily excited to be part of the story then.
"It is a murder mystery and working with Sunil was such a delight. He is really a talented actor who is getting all the deserving chance now. He started with comedy so his journey was different. But really, Sunil is a very good actor," revealed Ranvir.
The story of the show revolves around a murder that happens at a housing society named Sunflower and the investigation that follows.
Ranvir plays a police inspector in the show while Sunil is Sonu, one of the residents.
Ranvir has appeared in...
- 6/10/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Actor-comedian Sunil Grover currently awaits the release of the crime comedy web series "Sunflower". He feels the show should keep viewers on the edge and also guessing over what's going to happen next.
"The genre is absolutely high drama. We all love a good psychological thriller. We love being on the edge and 'Sunflower' would keep you guessing over what's taking place next," he says.
"It should keep you hooked to the end and it's wholesome entertainment. It's about a (housing) society and a murder mystery with an insane cast," Grover adds.
He parts with a message of safety amidst the pandemic: "Let's get vaccinated and keep to the protocols. We have to keep safe and look after our near and dear ones."
"Sunflower, created by Vikas Bahl, will be out on June 11.
"The genre is absolutely high drama. We all love a good psychological thriller. We love being on the edge and 'Sunflower' would keep you guessing over what's taking place next," he says.
"It should keep you hooked to the end and it's wholesome entertainment. It's about a (housing) society and a murder mystery with an insane cast," Grover adds.
He parts with a message of safety amidst the pandemic: "Let's get vaccinated and keep to the protocols. We have to keep safe and look after our near and dear ones."
"Sunflower, created by Vikas Bahl, will be out on June 11.
- 6/9/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Actor Mukul Chadda plays a pivotal role in the upcoming web series "Sunflower", a quirky murder mystery set in a housing society. He shares anecdotes of weird rules that often exist in housing societies of the city.
Recalling early memories of searching for a rented apartment when he came to Mumbai, Mukesh says after a point it became a game in his mind as to what weird rule he would get to hear from the next housing society.
"There are housing societies where dogs are not allowed, bachelors are not allowed. In one society I was told by the landlord that they do not encourage any Bollywood members in the society and so, as I am an actor, they wouldn't give the apartment to me. I walked out of another housing society because of their discriminatory attitude towards a specific religious group. Although they had nothing against me, if a...
Recalling early memories of searching for a rented apartment when he came to Mumbai, Mukesh says after a point it became a game in his mind as to what weird rule he would get to hear from the next housing society.
"There are housing societies where dogs are not allowed, bachelors are not allowed. In one society I was told by the landlord that they do not encourage any Bollywood members in the society and so, as I am an actor, they wouldn't give the apartment to me. I walked out of another housing society because of their discriminatory attitude towards a specific religious group. Although they had nothing against me, if a...
- 6/4/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
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