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SZA and Keke Palmer Buddy Comedy Adds All Star Line Up of Lil Rel Howery, Katt Williams And More From Issa Rae And TriStar

July 30, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Watch out, Keke Palmer and SZA’s upcoming buddy comedy has expanded its star-studded cast and they aren’t playing with this lineup.

Above the line, the untitled film, is produced by Sony’s TriStar Pictures and MACRO Film Studios, lead by Issa Rae as a producer, with “Rap Sh!t” showrunner Syreeta Singleton as the writer and Lawrence Lamont directing. Sounds like they’re about to have great creative chemistry on this one.

Get this, Deadline Hollywood reports that the cast now includes Lil Rel Howery, Katt Williams, Janelle James, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Maude Apatow, and Keyla Monterroso Mejia. Joshua Neal, Patrick Cage, and Aziza Scott have also come on board this intriguing ensemble.

Despite the lineup, the plot details remain closely guarded but promises to be a goodie, with laughs and surprises.

The project originated from the CoCre lab at Sony Pictures, a collaboration between ColorCreative and Sony aimed at identifying and nurturing emerging, diverse screenwriters to develop their first studio feature based on original concepts. That is exactly what the industry needs. Original ideas from upcoming filmmakers who are diverse. Period.

As previously stated in earlier Deadline reporting: “The project came together from the CoCre lab at Sony Pictures with plot details being kept under wraps. The lab was a previous pact between ColorCreative and Columbia Pictures to source and incubate emerging, diverse screenwriters to develop and write their first studio feature based on original ideas.”

Who’s who is making this one as mentioned Rae and Sara Diya Rastogi are producing through Hoorae, with Deniese Davis producing through ColorCreative. Charles D. King, James Lopez, and Poppy Hanks are producing via Macro Film Studios, while Keke and Sharon Palmer are executive producers through Big Boss. Singleton is serving as co-producer.

We’re just curious to see SZA acting under the bright lights with all these amazing actors from what’s bound to be a great script. Good for her!

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Phaedra Parks Poised for Triumphant Return to’Real Housewives of Atlanta’ After Six Year Absence

July 29, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Phaedra Parks is making her return to “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” after a six-year hiatus. The TV personality announced her comeback to the Bravo reality series on Instagram on Monday.

In her surprising post on the Gram, Parks shared a top tier pic of herself stepping off a jet plane while holding a peach in her left hand, symbolizing her return to the show. Well, we see you Phaedra. Period.

Here’s how Ms. Parks captioned the big announcement: ”You called. I answered #RHOA #S16,” Parks captioned the photo.

Let’s take ya’ll back , Parks initially joined “RHOA” in its third season in 2010 and remained a cast member until the end of Season 9 in 2017. During her time away from “Housewives,” she appeared on Bravo’s “Married to Medicine,” starring in the show’s milestone 10th season alongside Jackie Walters, Simone Whitmore, Toya Bush-Harris, and Heavenly Kimes.

Her triumphant return to “RHOA” comes in tumultuous times for the arguably one the top reality dramas on the small screen. After the recent departures of cast members Kandi Burruss and Kenya Moore, she steps in to a lot of bad blood and thick air, if you get the drift.

Bravo, is still leading the way with docudramas, and RHOA is currently filming its 16th season/ Announced in May the newest season will see the return of cast members Porsha Williams, Shamea Morton Mwangi, and Drew Sidora who will be joined by newcomers Brittany Eady, Angela Oakley, and Kelli Ferrell as full-time peach holders. Congrats on the promotions for the full-timers, let’s hope they bring the heat that Kenya undoubtedly left when she got the axe.

Oh and get this, former “RHOA” personality Cynthia Bailey will return as an official friend of the group. We need some of her confidence back on-air. We don’t know about ya’ll but we’re psyched for this new season. Welcome back Phaedra.

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Kordell Beckham, Brother to NFL Star Odell Beckham Jr. Just Won ‘Love Island’ USA

July 27, 2024 by newhiphopnews

“Love Island USA” has crowned its latest champions. One of them is related to pretty famous athlete. Bet you didn’t have that on your bingo card.

ICYMI, Love Island USA contestants Kordell Beckham and Serena Page emerged victorious on Sunday, securing the $100,000 prize after being voted the fan-favorite couple of the season. That name sound familiar? That’s because Kordell’s older brother, is NFL star Odell Beckham Jr., who expressed his approval of the new couple.

During the July 18 episode, he FaceTimed in to Love Island USA to congratulate the couple and offer his blessing.

Get this, Odell, who has been following the season closely, was introduced to Serena during the call and noted the instant connection between her and Kordell. He reminisced about their matching green outfits when they first arrived on the island, saying:

“The green and green, boom! Y’all just got matched together. I felt that, I’m telling you.”

As you would expect, Odell Jr. shared that he had been receiving constant messages about his “lil bro” from people eager to know his thoughts on the show. He found the attention amusing and praised Serena, calling her a “great partner” for Kordell.

Reflecting on love, here’s how Odell commented on the subject:

“Love is the most powerful thing that we have. Nothing better than just laughing with your person. I just feel like life’s all about enjoying the moments.”

The football star added he extended an invitation to Hard Rock Stadium. “I don’t know how hot it is down there, but Miami’s kind of hot so y’all get ready to come to these games,” he told the couple.

Miami could be a convenient meeting spot for Kordell and Serena, who plan to split their winnings. That’s sweet of them to play nice with the money.

Both hail from Houston, though Kordell, an aircraft fueler, currently resides in Dallas, while Serena, a media planner, is based in Los Angeles.

What’s even sweeter, Kordell expressed his delight at his brother’s enthusiasm for his new relationship. “My brother is very supportive,” he shared with E! News. “We talk damn near every day.”

Super cute. Hopefully it lasts.

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WATCH: ‘City of God: The Fight Rages On’ Trailer; HBO Sequel Series to Iconic 2002 Brazilian Film

July 26, 2024 by newhiphopnews

HBO has unveiled the official trailer for “City of God: The Fight Rages On”, a highly anticipated sequel series to the acclaimed 2002 Brazilian film “City of God.”

Full stop, ya’ll remember the movie “City of God.” The film was dark, thrilling and gave an elevated, dramatized look into the gritty life within the Brazilian favelas.

Some consider “City of God” a cinematic masterpiece. Let that sit there.

Get this, HBO is setting the six-episode series is set twenty years after the events of the original film and brings back beloved characters like Rocket (Wilson), Berenice, Bradock, Cinthia, Barbantinho, and Melonhead. The series will use flashbacks, featuring excerpts from the original film, to delve into the memories and emotional journeys of the protagonists.

Here’s the description from HBO:

CITY OF GOD: THE FIGHT RAGES ON is an adapted continuation of the literary work of Paulo Lins and will tell the story of its characters taking as a starting point the work of the photographer Buscapé. The plot unfolds in the early 2000s when the release of a young drug dealer from prison puts Cidade de Deus back into dispute. Residents find themselves trapped between drug traffickers, militias and public authorities, but the need to escape this cycle makes the community unite to face the oppressor.

Let’s get into the cast that includes returning actors Alexandre Rodrigues, Roberta Rodrigues, Thiago Martins, Sabrina Rosa, Kiko Marques, Edson Oliveira, and newcomers Andréia Horta, Marcos Palmeira, Eli Ferreira, Luellem de Castro, Jefferson Brasil, Otávio Linhares, Rafael Lozano, Leandro Daniel, and Luiz Bertazzo. It also features debuting talents from Rio de Janeiro communities like Cidade de Deus, Vidigal, and Mangueira.

Behind the camera the series is produced by O2 Filmes, “City of God: The Fight Rages On” is directed by Aly Muritiba, who also co-writes the series with Sérgio Machado, Renata Di Carmo, Armando Praça, Estevão Ribeiro, and Rodrigo Felha. Bruno Costa serves as the second director, with Mariano Cesar, Anouk Aaron, and Mônica Albuquerque as executive producers for Warner Bros. Discovery.

“City of God: The Fight Rages On” is on deck to premiere on Sunday, August 25, at 8 p.m. on HBO Latino and will also be available for streaming on Max.

Check out the the trailer below:

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Tessa Thompson Set to Star and Executive Produce ‘His & Hers’ a Murder Mystery Series for Netflix

July 25, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Tessa Thompson has her next television project on deck. The “Creed” star is set to star in and executive produce a new thriller series for Netflix, adapted from Alice Feeney’s 2020 novel “His & Hers.”

If you haven’t read the book, the thrilling series centers on a woman who was once a successful journalist but is drawn back into investigative work due to a murder. Unlike the book, which is set in London, the series will be based in Atlanta, aligning with the trend of Hollywood productions moving to Georgia. Atlanta as the backdrop of a murder mystery? You have our full attention!

Check out the official synopsis:

“Set in the sweltering heat of Atlanta, Anna [Thompson] lives in haunting reculsivity, fading away from her friends and career as a journalist. But when she overhears about a murder in Dahlonega–the sleepy town where she grew up–Anna is snapped back to life, pouncing on the case and searching for answers. Detective Jack Harper is strangely suspicious of her involvement, chasing her into the crosshairs of his own investigation. There are two sides to every story: his and hers, which means someone is always lying.”

“I am beyond elated to be collaborating with a filmmaker I have long admired and an incredible team to make a fresh offering in a genre that I can never get enough of,” Thompson shared with Netflix’s Tudum. “From the second I heard what Will was imagining doing with Alice Feeney’s brilliant book, to the moment I visited the town where our story is set, I was hooked.”

We’re elated too. I mean these crime shows are all the rave right now.

Leading the charge behind the camera is Dee Johnson, known for “Nashville” and “Fellow Travelers”, who will serve as showrunner and write alongside “Ozark” creator Bill Dubuque. Executive producers include Jessica Chastain, Kelly Carmichael, Kishori Rajan, Kristen Campo, and Thompson. William Olroyd will write and direct the first episode.

This sounds like a goodie. We’re hoping to hear more soon! Stay tuned.

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Lil Rel Howery Champions Weight Loss Journey and Denies Using The Big ‘O’

July 24, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Gotta love a feel good story about wellness and that holds true with Lil Rel Howery proudly sharing his weight loss journey. The thing is many are “fans” are speculating his amazing transformation is due to the use of Ozempic. First off, so what and why is that a bad thing even if it was true? It isn’t if you believe Howery but so what if people use the big “O.” Sad that Ozempic shaming is a thing. People will find any reason to be miserable.

Anwway, on July 22, the Chicago native posted a photo on Instagram from the red carpet premiere of his new film, “Harold and the Purple Crayon.” The image showcased a noticeably slimmer and leaner Howery. In his post, Rel explained his truth which was a dedication to health over the past five years has led him to feel and look the best he ever has. He attributed his success to quitting drinking, adopting a healthier diet, and improving his spiritual and emotional well-being.

“Whatever you do, please do it for yourself, and if you can, don’t take shortcuts. Really put the work in. This is all just straight hard work, nothing else, and that’s the honest to God truth,” Rel wrote. “Let me be an example of truly putting in the work. Also, please go see our new movie “Harold and the Purple Crayon” on August 2nd in theaters everywhere. #MovieMakingRel #RelTheUpgrade #ProudOfMe.”

But fans being fans or haters, however you want to classify them, quickly flooded the comment section with mixed reactions to his transformation. Many applauded his commitment and found inspiration in his journey.

One commenter joked, “Boy, you look like your own lil brother. [lmao] Good work G.” Another praised, “Your skin has a glow to it! The change from within is showing all over you! You look blessed, you look GOOD! This is MOTIVATION!”

Hollywood friends were congratulatory including Ludacris, Vic Mensa, Ava DuVernay, Terry Crews, and Tina Knowles to name a few.

Some skeptics accused Rel of lying about his weight loss and using Ozempic instead. Comments ranged from, “Why can’t people tell the truth about how they lost weight,” to, “Damn crack is one hell of a drug,” and “This guy done got on Ozempic.”

Here’s how Rel responded on the Gram … On July 24 with a video addressing his detractors. He firmly denied using Ozempic and emphasized that his weight loss was achieved naturally. “I’m on that Godzempic, Happyzempic, Hardworkzempic, PurposeZempic, and just plain Truthzempic,” he captioned the clip. “I’m grateful and glad I said yes to God’s assignment on my life and friends still here and gone that kept it 100 with me… #BlessedAndHighlyFavored.”

Whatever. Ozempic or not, and Howery makes it clear it is not, people need to live their truth and worry about their own wellness instead of attacking someone else’s. Period.

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WATCH: ‘Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist’ Trailer Starring Kevin Hart in Limited Series Based on True Story

July 24, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Get this, ”Fight Night” is adapted from the acclaimed iHeart true-crime podcast of the same name. It delves into the real events that took place in Atlanta on October 26, 1970. Will Packer, who produced the podcast, also serves as an executive producer for the series.

Kevin Hart plays Chicken Man, a hustler striving to make his mark among elite Black mafia members, gangsters, and powerful figures not just in Georgia but nationwide. He throws an afterparty to celebrate the historic fight between Muhammad Ali and Jerry Quarry, marking Ali’s return to boxing after being banned for refusing military draft. FYI, that was a big deal back then.

We won’t say to much but the party takes a disastrous turn when attendees are robbed in what is known as Atlanta’s most audacious underworld heist, with Chicken Man suspected of masterminding the plot. He must then work to prove his innocence as law enforcement seeks to bring justice to the victims.

Don Cheadle plays Detective J.D. Hudson, who faces the complex challenge of investigating the heist, especially since some victims are also criminals. That’s a good role for Cheadle, he has played a great cop or federal agent in several roles in the past.

So the podcast that inspired the limited series, first aired back in 2020, and provides the storyline:

“On October 26, 1970, Muhammad Ali triumphantly returned to boxing in Atlanta, Georgia. But the next morning, national headlines featured one of the biggest heists in history. At the center was a hustler named ‘Chicken Man.’ Fans arrived in Rolls Royces from New York City, wearing vibrant fur coats and diamonds. They entered the arena with engraved invitations, cheering when the first-round bell rang, minus two empty seats. After the fight, many top Black mafia leaders headed to Chicken Man’s house for a celebration, only to be met by sawed-off shotguns. On FIGHT NIGHT, J.D. Hudson, one of Atlanta’s first Black detectives, who helped lead Ali into the ring, was assigned to the robbery investigation by the police chief the next day. When asked years later, ‘When did the investigation end?’ J.D. replied, ‘When everybody was dead.’”

Behind the camera are Shaye Ogbonna and Jason Horwitch who serve as creators and showrunners. Executive producers include Bryan Smiley and Mike Stein for Kevin Hart’s Hartbeat, Will Packer and Sabrina Wind for Will Packer Media, and Conal Byrne, Will Pearson, and Carrie Lieberman for iHeartPodcasts, alongside Jeff Keating, Lars Jacobson, Hart, and Packer.

Watch the trailer for “Fight Night” here.

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50 Cent Posts Pic With Drake; Teases They’re “Brainstorming” Potential Hollywood Collab

July 22, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Recently G-Unit honcho 50 Cent created a stir as he’s known to do with recent pics alongside Drake in Toronto, posted on July 21. The Queens rapper turned television producer of the huge “Power” franchise, hinted at some sort of collab between the two living legends.

Here’s what 50 posted:

“Brain [brain emoji] storming last night me and @champagnepapi gonna get the [camera emoji] rolling biggest ting on your TV GLG,” wrote the 49-year-old. “GreenLightGang” signals that the collaborative effort would likely be on the silver screen.

Mind you, Drake posted the pic on his IG stories, so the vibes were mutual.

Comments got active and some were shunning 50 for the pic, Dot fans, obviously. While others understand why two heavyweights might consider partnering up.

Listen, love them or hate them they both are giants from music to other media including Hollywood.

50 is a real force from acting with big names to executive producing the aforementioned “Power” series and all the spinoffs, prequels and more.

Drake is the executive producer of HBO’s “Euphoria” series, considered one of the biggest shows at Warner and stars Zendaya.

Together, who knows what they can come up with in Hollywood.

And when it comes to 50 Cent trolling as he’s been known to do, this could be one big misdirection but one thing he’s usually serious about is his Hollywood endeavors.

Exciting times for the possibilities no matter what you have in your playlist, “Not Like Us,” “Family Matters,” or 50 Cent’s greatest hits. Take your pick.

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Watch: New Trailer For ‘Bel-Air’ Season 3 Teases a Familiar Face From Original ‘Fresh Prince’

July 20, 2024 by newhiphopnews

“Bel-Air” is returning for its third season, promising more drama, intrigue – all that good stuff. In the season three trailer, Joseph Marcell, best known for his role as Geoffrey, the smart mouthed butler who waited on the Banks family in the original ’90s sitcom “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.” Well, we didn’t have that on our bingo card.

Get this, Marcell’s new role in “Bel-Air” is being kept close to the vest.

But showrunner Carla Banks-Waddles hinted to The Wrap that Marcell is playing a “mysterious member of the Banks family’s past.” A ha.

Now onto the trailer, Marcell’s mysterious character delivers a cryptic line to Will (Jabari Banks): “There’s always going to be a price — that’s on you.” Whether the news is good or bad, it’s left for interpretation.

At least we do know the main cast will return for Season Three, including Jabari Banks (Will), Adrian Holmes (Phillip Banks), Cassandra Freeman (Vivian Banks), Olly Sholotan (Carlton Banks), Coco Jones (Hilary Banks), Akira Akbar (Ashley Banks), Jimmy Akingbola (Geoffrey), Jordan L. Jones (Jazz), and Simone Joy Jones (Lisa). Guest stars Joseph Marcell and Karrueche Tran also appear in the new season.

Reflecting on bringing Marcell onto the show, Banks-Waddles shared the logistical challenges due to his schedule and residence in London.

She went on to explain, “We had a couple of ideas, but we weren’t sure on availability and storyline, and he’s the one that made sense. It was even tough for him because he doesn’t live here; he lives in London. He’s very much a working actor, does plays, was in the middle of a play, so just getting him here to L.A. for the availability was a feat. We weren’t even sure that was going to work out. So we had a couple of ideas for ways to get some O.G. cast in, and he was at the top of that list.”

Sounds like a nice bit of nostalgia adding Marcell. We’ll see how it all goes down when “Bel-Air” premieres on Peacock,Thursday, August 15.

Check out the new trailer here:

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Aaron Pierre Joins the Cast of Hit Apple TV+ Series ‘The Morning Show’

July 18, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Genius: MLK/X Star Aaron Pierre is reportedly joining the hit Apple TV+ series “The Morning Show” as reported by Deadline Hollywood.

Pierre who played Malcom X is coming onto to what is now the fourth season of what many consider a critically acclaimed series set in the world of a high profile national news morning show within a legacy media powerhouse.

Get this, reports say Pierre is poised to play Miles, “an acclaimed visual artist who moves through the circles of the New York elite.” Not much more was said about his role, or how his new character will connect with the existing cast but with such great writing, he’s sure to make noise in a good way.

In addition to Pierre, actors Jeremy Irons and Marion Cotillard are coming into the fold. Two amazing actors from the feature film world.

Returning are main cast members including Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, Nicole Beharie, Greta Lee, Billy Crudup, Mark Duplass, Karen Pittman and Nestor Carbonell.

Here is the synopsis for ‘The Morning Show’ from Apple TV+

2024 nominee for 16 Emmy® Awards, including Outstanding Drama Series. Pull back the curtain on early morning TV. This unapologetically candid drama looks at the modern workplace through the lens of the people who help America wake up.

Back to the cast, Beharie was acclaimed for her performance as newly upped morning show anchor Christina Hunter, who went head to head with racist boss Cybil Richards. For fans of the series, Beharie was a fan favorite and hopefully she will have more fireworks in store for season 4.

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