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‘WWE 2K24’ Unveils Cody Rhodes, Bianca Belair, and Rhea Ripley as Cover Stars

January 22, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Today, 2K announced the much-anticipated WWE® 2K24, the latest installment in the flagship WWE video game franchise. Developed by Visual Concepts, the game is set to release on PlayStation® 5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. The announcement brought a surprise revelation as “The American Nightmare” Cody Rhodes graces the cover of the Standard Edition, while multi-time champions Bianca Belair and Rhea Ripley share the Deluxe Edition cover—a historic first for two women on a dedicated WWE 2K cover. The Forty Years of WrestleMania Edition features original artwork celebrating iconic Superstars and Legends like The Rock, The Undertaker, Hulk Hogan, and “Stone Cold” Steve Austin.

“I’ve been known to keep a checklist of key milestones I want to experience on the path to finishing my story,” said Cody Rhodes. “As an avid gamer, being named WWE 2K cover Superstar is very, very close to the top of that list and I’m very happy to work with the teams at 2K and Visual Concepts to bring that dream to life.”

“This is an incredible milestone in my career and I’m so excited to show the world why WWE 2K24 is a must-have and the EST game for every WWE fan and gamer,” said Bianca Belair.

“I’ve proven myself to be the most dominant competitor to ever hold the WWE Women’s World Championship,” said Rhea Ripley, “Earning the accolade of WWE 2K24 cover Superstar is only fitting, and I’m proud to add it to my list of accomplishments.”

“Fresh off the highest-rated game in franchise history, the WWE 2K development team continues to build on that quality,” said Greg Thomas, President at Visual Concepts. “WWE 2K24 offers more match types, new MyRISE storylines and characters, improvements to gameplay throughout, a 2K Showcase 40 years in the making, and so much more. I’m very proud of the work the team has done to bring this experience to life, and I look forward to seeing players enjoy the game.”

WWE 2K24 promises several franchise advancements, including the 2K Showcase…of the Immortals, a celebration of 40 years of WrestleMania. New match types such as Ambulance and Special Guest Referee, two MyRISE experiences, and a roster of over 200 WWE Superstars and Legends, including Roman Reigns, Becky Lynch, and John Cena, enhance the gaming experience. Improved graphics, animations, and gameplay upgrades contribute to the most visually impressive WWE 2K installment to date.

The Deluxe Edition and Forty Years of WrestleMania Edition are set for worldwide release on March 5, 2024, with the Standard Edition and Standard Cross-Gen Digital Edition following on March 8, 2024.

In addition to the cover stars, WWE 2K24 introduces:

2K Showcase…of the Immortals: Relive iconic moments from 40 years of WrestleMania, playing through monumental events with the distinctive Slingshot Tech for an immersive experience.
Iconic Roster: Featuring WWE Legends like “Stone Cold” Steve Austin and Undertaker alongside current Superstars such as Cody Rhodes, Bianca Belair, and Roman Reigns.
New Match Types and Gameplay Upgrades: Four new match types, including Special Guest Referee and Ambulance Match, along with improved animations and gameplay features.
MyRISE: A unique career mode experience with new storylines, Undisputed (men’s) and Unleashed (women’s), putting players in control of custom-created Superstars.
Universe and Creation Suite: Expanded features in WWE Universe mode and the renowned Creation Suite, providing players with detailed customization options.
MyFACTION: The team-building mode returns with new features, including a direct purchase card market and updated multiplayer experience.

The WWE 2K24 Deluxe Edition and Forty Years of WrestleMania Edition include exclusive bonus content and a Season Pass for post-launch DLC content packs.

Fans can pre-order the game to receive the Nightmare Family Pack, featuring playable Superstars like Cody Rhodes and Dusty Rhodes, among others. Digital pre-orders also include the Standard Edition of WWE 2K23.

Prepare for an immersive WWE gaming experience as 2K delivers its latest installment, promising excitement for fans and gamers alike.

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BET+ Scripted Series Releases Trailer for ‘Perimeter’ From Director of ‘Maxine’s Baby: The Tyler Perry Story’

January 22, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Armani Ortiz, co-director of Maxine’s Baby: The Tyler Perry Story is behind Perimeter, the new original series from BET+ taking viewers on a unique journey of intertwining stories in the 1990s. On deck to star on the series is Ava Mone’t, Tatyana Ali, Donovan Christie Jr., Malcolm Xavier and Wes Montez. Ortiz is writing and directing and with Perimeter set to premiere on the streamer on Feb. 29.

The four episode order set in Atlanta during the 1990s follows the interwoven stories of a Spelman sophomore, a bad boy, a mayoral candidate and others in stories that include Freaknik and the Atlanta Olympics as the major backdrop of the era.

Here’s official description from BET+:

In Atlanta, in the 1990’s a complex web of personal stories unfolds. Paige, a promising Spelman sophomore, veers off her path to success when she falls for a “bad boy” just before the pivotal “Freaknik” event. Adulthood disrupts their lives, pulling Paige, her long-term boyfriend Malcolm, and newcomer Romeo into a series of challenges. Amidst Atlanta’s global Olympic spotlight, eventual mayor Robert Dawn’s rise to power comes at the price of personal sacrifices and moral dilemmas. These interconnected stories set off a transformative chain reaction in the city, echoing Dante’s words: “The road to hell is paved with good intentions.”

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WATCH: Jennifer Lopez Unveils ‘This Is Me…Now: A Love Story’

January 18, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Jennifer Lopez is set to embark on an unprecedented musical journey with her latest project, This Is Me…Now: A Love Story.

Unlike anything she has done before, the album and love story delve into Lopez’s evolution, emphasizing the themes of love and self-love.

Directed by Grammy-winner Dave Meyers, known for his work with top artists like Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, and Kendrick Lamar, the project boasts an all-star cast featuring Fat Joe, Trevor Noah, Post Malone, Sofia Vergara, and more.

The first single from the upcoming album, “Can’t Get Enough,” dropped on Jan. 10th, accompanied by a captivating music video on YouTube. Fans can mark Feb. 16th on their calendars, as both the album This is Me…Now and the cinematic love story will be globally streamed on Prime Video, promising an immersive and unique experience for Lopez enthusiasts.

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Hollywood Editor Arrested for Child Cruelty After Vicious Video Goes Viral

January 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

News reports have confirmed that a Hollywood editor is under fire following his arrest for child cruelty charges. The recent charges have already gotten the well-known editor kicked off of a significant Amazon Prime show with more repercussions eminent for the troubled man behind the cam.

39-year-old Christopher Charkowski was arrested in Los Angeles County last week on a felony charge of willful cruelty to a child causing possible injury or death after a video that allegedly shows Charkowski brutalizing a child inside of a home, which allegedly occurred in June 2022.

The video shows who is presumably Charkowski punching a young toddler boy before throwing him down onto the couch. While the relationship between the adult and child is unclear, law enforcement deemed there was sufficient reason to connect Charkowski to the incident.

Charkowski has a background in post-production for major TV shows, including his recent work on “Jury Duty,” which gained attention and was nominated at the Golden Globes. Charkowski also previously worked on Bravo’s “Below Deck Mediterranean” before production for that show ended almost two years ago.

Charkowski has been since released on bail, but is due back in court i na little more than a month.

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[WATCH]Shannon Sharpe Responds To Criticism Over Katt Williams Interview

January 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Katt Williams Says Harvey Weinstein Offered Him Oral Sex

Shannon Sharpe recently admitted he was offended over criticism that he was starstruck during his interview with Katt Williams instead of asking important follow-up questions.

Katt’s infamous interview on the Club Shay Shay podcast went viral last week, but social media users criticized Shannon’s interviewing skills.

One viewer tweeted (then deleted):

“Shannon Sharpe’s poor interview skills make me feel like he is just not an active listener at all because he left soooooo much on the table with Katt. Interviewing (like journalism) is a skill and it sucks how we’ve minimized its importance over time.”

“I never said I was a journalist,” Shannon told former NFL star Chad Johnson during the “Nightcap” podcast on Thursday. “Follow up question with what?”

Shannon claimed Katt’s appearance was simply a “conversation” between friends.

“If you listened in my intro, I said… the person that’s coming by for conversation and a drink. I’m a conversationalist.”

Shannon continued: “I never professed to be a journalist. I’m an entertainer. If you want hard-hitting questions, ’60 Minutes’ is the platform for you. ‘Dateline.’ ’48 Hours.’ Go to Lester Holt.”

However, social media users argued a good conversationalist requires listening skills and Shannon struggled.

The Club Shay Shay episode racked up over 36 million views in 4 days.

Thoughts?

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Joey Bada$$ Reacts To Surprising Demise in ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’

January 5, 2024 by newhiphopnews

As reported on Shadow and Act … Oh, wait SPOILER ALERT … Cool? Carrying on. So basically, a body was rolling unceremoniously down a hill on Friday’s episode of Power Book III: Raising Kanan. And if that’s what we think it is, then rapper turned-actor Joey Bada$$ is done for in the series.

This past weekend, the artist who plays the role of Kadeem “Unique” Mathis posted a caption that read “Unique Forever.” Whelp, take that for what you will.

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ICYMI, on the last episode of Power Book III: Raising Kanan, it got tense between Bada$$’s character and his bro, Ronnie, played by Grantham Coleman. This seemingly led to Unique’s demise.

“Unique is the younger brother of Ronnie, so I feel like this is the first time that people can see Unique [excited about something],” Joey Bada$$ told Shadow and Act in an interview (which you can view in full above) ahead of the season’s premiere. “You see the excitement in Unique. You almost see his inner child a little bit, like, ‘Wow, Ronnie’s home. My big brother.’ And you get to see a little more vulnerability from Unique this season, which I think adds a very interesting layer.”

To Power fans, Unique was a big-time drug lord but had a softer side as the love interest of Patina Miller’s character Raquel Thomas.

“Despite these two characters having moments of wanting to tear each other’s heads off, I think there was always an undeniable chemistry between them,” Joey Bada$$ recalled. “Viewers can definitely expect to see that chemistry explored a little bit and I think it plays on this new layer of Unique’s vulnerability. I think it’ll be interesting to see what happens between Unique and Raq.”

To give you a refresher, Power Book III: Raising Kanan was created by Sascha Penn. This marks the third spinoff series in the Power franchise. Played by MeKai Curtis, it tells the story of Kanan Stark’s younger years rising in the illicit drug business during the 90s. What a time to be alive. Joey Bada$$ has been in the series as Unique since the beginning of 2021 and was one of the original cast members … Damn. RIP, Unique.

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‘The Color Purple’ Remake Triumphs at the Christmas Day Box Office

December 27, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Taraji P. Henson, H.E.R. Fantasia, Halle Bailey & More to Star in 'Bold New Tape' of 'The Color Purple'

In a heartwarming twist, the remake of “The Color Purple” emerged as the holiday season’s cinematic darling, claiming the top spot at the box office on Christmas Day. Starring the dynamic trio of Danielle Brooks, Fantasia Barrino, and Taraji P. Henson, the movie seamlessly blended the cherished storyline with the enchanting elements of song and dance, leaving audiences captivated and emotionally moved.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the musical adaptation, produced by the formidable duo Oprah Winfrey and Steven Spielberg, raked in an impressive $18.1 million from 3,142 theaters on Monday. This remarkable performance marks the second-best showing ever for a movie opening on Christmas Day and the best since 2009.

The stellar cast, featuring Fantasia Barrino, Taraji P. Henson, Danielle Brooks, and Colman Domingo, brought Blitz Bazawule’s visionary retelling of Alice Walker’s beloved novel to life. The narrative, originally adapted from the Tony-winning Broadway show, retained its integrity while introducing the powerful dimensions of music and choreography, creating a truly brilliant cinematic experience.

The Hollywood Reporter notes that the record for the biggest Christmas Day opening still belongs to 2009’s “Sherlock Holmes,” which earned $24.6 million (not adjusted for inflation). However, “The Color Purple” remake’s triumphant performance underscores its undeniable impact on audiences during the festive season.

The blend of nostalgia, exceptional performances, and the infusion of musical elements contributed to the film’s success. The enchanting retelling of this timeless story serves as a testament to the enduring power of Alice Walker’s narrative and the creative prowess of the team behind this modern cinematic masterpiece.

As viewers flocked to theaters on Christmas Day, “The Color Purple” remake not only captivated the hearts of those familiar with the classic but also introduced a new generation to the beauty and resilience embedded in the narrative. The movie’s success serves as a heartening conclusion to the year, bringing much-needed cheer to the holiday box office.

For those who haven’t yet experienced the magic of this musical adaptation, “The Color Purple” promises an emotional and visually stunning journey, ensuring that Alice Walker’s timeless tale continues to resonate and inspire audiences across generations.

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[WATCH] Trailer For Western Thriller ‘The Night They Came Home’ Slated For Theaters In Jamuary

December 18, 2023 by newhiphopnews

THE NIGHT THEY CAME HOME western thriller chronicles the ruthless exploits of the Rufus Buck Gang, a group of outlaws who clashed with the Indian Territory of Middle America at the tail end of the 19th century. The combined force of local lawmen and Indian police aim to take down a coldhearted band of fugitives with vengeance on their minds.

The thriller features an ensemble cast starring newcomer, Charlie N. Townsend as Rufus Buck, Danny Trejo (Machete), Brian Austin Green (Beverly Hills, 90210), Robert Carradine (Revenge of the Nerds), Tim Abell (Butch vs. Sundance), Jesse Kove (On Wings of Eagles), Kelsey Reinhardt (Run The Race).

THE NIGHT THEY CAME HOME In Theaters, On Demand and Digital January 12, 2024

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John Legend Releases New Single “Don’t Need To Sleep” From Documentary ‘We Dare To Dream’

December 15, 2023 by newhiphopnews

John Legend is Joined by Muni Long for New Song and Video "Honey"

Multiplatinum, 12-time Grammy® Award-winner John Legend shares a new single entitled “Don’t Need To Sleep” out today via Republic Records. It soars as a standout from the We Dare To Dream Soundtrack available on all DSPs. Executive produced by EGOT® superstar Legend and Academy® Award winner Angelina Jolie, the acclaimed 2023 Tribeca Festival selection and refugee sports documentary, We Dare To Dream, is now streaming exclusively on Peacock.

Legend notably co-wrote “Don’t Need To Sleep” with Justin Tranter and Oak Felder—who also produced the song. On the track, soft strings unspool underneath striking and soulful verses punctuated by piano. It culminates on the climactic chorus as he reminds, “Don’t need to sleep to dream.”

Be on the lookout for a powerful music video to accompany the song soon.

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