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Jamie Foxx’s Family and Friends Ask for Prayers as He Remains Hospitalized

May 3, 2023 by newhiphopnews

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As famed actor/singer Jamie Foxx remains hospitalized after almost a month, his family and close friends are asking the public to keep him in their prayers.

According to a report from TMZ, Foxx remains in the hospital after suffering a “medical emergency” more than three weeks ago, with his inner circle saying that the 55-year-old needs all of the positive energy he can get from well-wishers.

Corrine Foxx, Jaime’s daughter, first announced his hospitalization on April 12, saying that he experienced a “medical complication” but did not specify the nature of the ailment.

“From the Foxx Family. We wanted to share that, my father, Jamie Foxx, experienced a medical complication yesterday,” she said in a statement. “Luckily, due to quick action and great care, he is already on his way to recovery.”

Corrine added, “We know how beloved he is and appreciate your prayers. The family asks for privacy during this time. Much love, the Foxx Family.”

Jamie Foxx was in the middle of filming the action-comedy movie Back in Action in Atlanta at the time he was hospitalized.

The forthcoming film, directed by Seth Gordon and also starring Cameron Diaz, Glenn Close, and Kyle Chandler, is set to be released on Netflix in 2024. Due to Jamie Foxx’s absence, TMZ reported a stunt double and body double had been seen filling in for him.

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‘Guardians of the Galaxy 3’ Director James Gunn Created 600 Versions of the Film for Theaters

May 2, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is ready to launch in movie theaters. Preparing for the next big installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, director James Gunn went all out – creating over 600 versions of the fim for theaters.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Gunn created many versions of the film to fit every type of movie theater configuration.

“It’s definitely the most complex delivery Marvel’s ever done,” Disney’s VP of finishing and stereo Evan Jacobs said. The mutlple versions “give every exhibitor in the United States and in most international territories [the ability to] maximize their screen size for the audience. So wherever you go to see it, you’re gonna see the best version.”

You can see the trailer for the film below.

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Miguel A. Núñez Jr. Reveals ‘Juwanna Mann 2’ is in Development

May 2, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Juwanna Mann will make a return to the court. The original film’s star Miguel A. Núñez Jr. revealed he would reprise the role of Jamal Jefferies, and Juwanna Mann 2 is now in development.

Speaking with TMZ, Núñez Jr. brushed off the questions of if the film could survive in this climate to state the movie is in the works. Núñez Jr. said the development was “complicated,” and it was a great deal of work done to get the story in motion.

“Yes, they are gonna do it,” Núñez Jr. said. “We are doing Juwanna Mann 2. Yeah, I can’t give you the details of it, but you’re right, it was complicated because of issues now, and because of the fact that he was exposed. But, I can’t give away the story, we’re working on that right now.”

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[WATCH] Actor Tyrin Turner Reveals He Tried To Sabotage The Cult Classic ‘Belly’ After Losing Role To DMX

May 1, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Actor Tyrin Turner who appeared in the 1998 cult film “Belly,” recently revealed that he tried to sabotage the movie after director Hype Williams gave his role to DMX. Turner sat down with Dub C and CJ Mac and shared he was promised the lead role of Tommy “Buns” Bundy in the film, but Williams changed his mind and gave it to DMX instead. Turner was instead cast as Big Head Rico and feeling angry and disappointed so he revealed he attempted to bring the film down by delivering an intentionally silly performance.
Ironically, his plan backfired as it had the opposite effect. In the interview, Turner explained that he met Hype Williams and was offered the role of DMX’s character in the movie. However, a few months later, Williams informed Turner that DMX would be taking on the role instead. Feeling irritated and upset, Turner decided to sabotage the movie by playing his character in a ridiculous and over-the-top manner. Despite his intentions, the movie went on to become a cult classic and was a commercial success, raking in $9 million at the box office on a $3 million budget.
Turner’s character, Rico, had a memorable scene where he was sloppily munching on a banana while admitting how he was going to “drop a dime.” Despite Turner’s intentions, this scene became an iconic moment in the movie.
“Belly” was Hype Williams’ directorial debut and starred DMX, Nas, Method Man, and other notable hip hop artists. The movie was released in 1998 and had a successful box office run. A sequel, “Belly 2: Millionaire Boyz Club,” was released in 2006.
Fast forward to the 33:16 mark for the tea.

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Drake and Diddy to Exec Produce French Montana’s Life Story Film ‘FOR KHADIJA,’ Set for Tribeca Festival Premiere

April 28, 2023 by newhiphopnews

French Montana has announced FOR KHADIJA (For His Mother Khadija), which will have its world premiere on June 16 at the Tribeca Film Festival this year.

The film, which will be directed by Mandon Lovett and executive produced by Aubrey “Drake” Graham and Sean “Diddy” Combs, will highlight the sacrifices made by an immigrant woman who left her native country and took various jobs to support her sons in order to make a better life for her family.

The premiere will provide fans with an inside look into Montana’s life, family, upbringing, immigration process, and obstacles he faced in the music industry. A moderated panel discussion with prominent figures from hip-hop, social justice movements, and popular culture will take place before the premiere. Following the movie, French Montana, Triplets Ghetto Kids, and other distinguished guests will do special performances.

You can see the trailer for the film below.

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[WATCH] Denzel Washington Takes on the Italian Mob in ‘The Equalizer 3’ Trailer

April 26, 2023 by newhiphopnews

All Robert McCall wanted to do was move to Italy and live a peaceful, retired life. But no, the local mafia had to come and disturb his and the community’s peace. That is the plot of The Equalizer 3, starring Denzel Washington and directed by Antoine Fuqua.

The film is the fifth collaboration between Fuqua and Washington but makes for the reconnection of the Man on Fire star and that film’s co-star Dakota Fanning.

You can see the trailer for the film below.

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[WATCH] Hulu Drops Trailer For Remake Of ‘White Men Can’t Jump’ Starring Jack Harlow

April 21, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Last summer, Kentucky rap wunderkind Jack Harlow pulled up to the set of the White Men Can’t Jump reboot, which will star the “First Class” rapper and Migos front man Quavo. The wait is finally over and Hulu has finally released the first trailer of the basketball hustle story that originally starred Wesley Snipes and Woody Harrelson in 1992.

This hilarious comedy boasts of two streets ballers Billy Hoyle (Woody Harrelson) and Sidney Deane (Wesley Snipes), who vicariously met when Deane was hustled on the court by Hoyle simply because he was a white boy who could handle the rock.

The star-studded cast that includes Vince Staples, Teyana Taylor, Laura Harrier, and the late Lance Reddick, with Kenya Barris as a co-writer on the film and DJ Drama scoring the flick’s soundtrack.

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Jonathan Majors Says Driver and Nightclub Footage Will Prove His Innocence in Domestic Violence Case

April 20, 2023 by newhiphopnews

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Jonathan Majors and his team are working overtime in an effort to clear his name after being arrested for domestic violence in March.

Majors’ attorney Priya Chaudhry filed court docs stating the man driving the actor and the alleged victim would testify in support of Majors and “she was attempting to steal his phone.” TMZ notes The driver reportedly would testify that he didn’t strike the alleged victim nor “raised his voice.” The driver also states the woman was seen “hitting, scratching, and attacking” the actor before he asked for the car to be stopped.

The woman stated her injuries included a broken finger and a laceration, but video from inside a nightclub later the same day proves the injuries were not that serious. In addition, the woman reportedly got drunk in the nightclub and used the hand she stated was injured.

The woman allegedly also text majors with threats of suicide and blaming him for infidelity. After her night of clubbing, the woman arrived at Majors’s home after 3 a.m. and called 32 times, leaving behind angry text messages. Majors returned home to find the woman in his bed and had thrown up, leading to his 911 call. Majors’ attorney says body camera footage will show officers coaching her to say he grabbed her by the throat.

Jonathan Majors is headed for court on May 8 for his domestic violence case. A new report from Variety states multiple victims of abuse by Majors are now cooperating with the Manhattan district attorney’s office following the actor’s March arrest.

The news of more victims coming to speak against Majors follows being dropped by his public relations and management firms earlier this week.

The troubles for Majors began on March 25 when Majors was arrested in the Chelsea neighborhood for strangulation, assault and harassment. His attorney, Priya Chaudhry, stated she is “confident that he will be fully exonerated.” Chaudhry’s husband is currently working for Majors in crisis management.

In addition to his firms, Majors will be replaced in numerous films and campaigns. It was noted Majors would step down from the Gotham Film and Media Institute and Sidney Poitier Intitiative. Other projects that may be in jeopardy are Avengers movies, which would be a $20 million per film venture, projects with Will Smith and Spike Lee, a role as Dennis Rodman, and a collaborative effort with Disney, which the company planned to push Majors as a Best Actor candidate.

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Jonathan Majors Dropped From Three Projects, Including Otis Redding Biopic

April 20, 2023 by newhiphopnews

The Jonathan Majors fallout continues. Following being ousted from his management and public relation firms, and no longer attending the Met Gala with Valentino, the actor has been dropped from three new projects.

According to Deadline, studios in Hollywood are now apprehensive about working with the actor, leading to Majors’ dismissal from the film The Man in My Basement, an ad campaign for the Texas Rangers, and an unannounced Otis Redding biopic.

For The Man in My Basement, Majors was set to star and executive produce the film under his Tall Street Productions imprint. Protagonist Pictures are currently searching for Majors’ replacement. The movie tells the story of Charles Blakey, a man living in Sag Harbor who rents out the basement of his ancestral home for $50,000 to a European man for the summer, leading to a chaotic path of race, history, and the root of all evil. Majors was set to star opposite of William Dafoe.

Last week, Marvel insider Jeff Snieder revealed that Majors, who is currently planned to be a key component of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, could be replaced, citing Majors’ team and Marvel aligned with a plan for handling the issue.

One of the names floating as an option is Snowfall’s Damson Idris.

“Even though there hasn’t been any movement on the Jonathan Majors front, I’ve heard that’s the kind of actor, who, like, if Jonathan Majors got the boot as Kang, someone like Damson Idris is the type of the person that [Marvel] may look at to replace him if that, in fact, happens,” said Sneider.

The next edition in the MCU is Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, set for release on May 5, 2023.

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