It’s not unusual for 50 Cent to have a bone to pick with other figures in the entertainment industry, and it appears his latest target is his former girlfriend, Vivica A. Fox. The rapper has become well-known for bringing shows like BMF and Power to audiences at home, but he’s not so pleased to see his ex following in his footsteps with her forthcoming The First Lady of BMF: The Tonesa Welch Story movie on BET+. As HipHopDX notes, the news actually came out via Deadline earlier this month, the New Yorker is just late in sharing his thoughts on the project.
“This should say 263, not BMF, @southwest263,” the “I Get Money” hitmaker wrote on Instagram yesterday (March 30). “ What the f*ck is this man! Vivica ugh, so [you’re] not gonna ever leave me alone hun ?” he then asked, throwing obvious shade at the media personality. Of course, Fox wasn’t the only one to face 50’s wrath. Judge Mathis, who will be executive producing her film, was also a noteworthy part of the rapper’s caption.
Vivica A. Fox’s “BMF” Movie Gets Strong Reaction from 50 Cent
“And what the f*ck is Judge Mathis doing in this mix ? I’m done, I’m done with all you n*ggas LOL,” his post ended. Fans of Fif aren’t exactly finding his message surprising, seeing as he and Fox have publicly feuded on multiple occasions over the years. Just a few years ago, she called the multi-talent out for making “contentious comments about Black women” during a Young Money Radio interview. “He just has such f*ckboy tendencies, you know what I mean?” the 58-year-old said of her ex around that time. Despite what 50 Cent has to say, Fox seems eager to move forward with The First Lady of BMF movie.
From what we know, the project will “chart Welch’s rise from teen mom to drug dealer to earning her prestigious title from federal prosecutors,” as per Deadline. “Dreams and desires, craftiness and creativity, hustle and hard work, Welch tells a harrowing story about riches, remorse, personal responsibility, and redemption set amidst the lavishness and extreme violence of Detroit’s crack era and America’s ‘war on drugs,” a synopsis also notes. Let us know if you’ll be tuning into the movie on BET+ later this year in the comments, and check back tomorrow for more pop culture news updates.
Grant Kirkhope composed the scores for some of the most well-known video games ever, including GoldenEye 007 and Banjo-Kazooie. But his greatest contribution to culture is rhyming “dudes” with “mood” — and he’s OK with that. Kirkhope penned the lyrics to the Donkey Kong 64 intro song “DK Rap,” which Seth Rogen, who voices Donkey Kong in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, called “objectively one of the worst rap songs of all-time.”
In response, Kirkland tweeted, “If you’d told me in ‘97, when I wrote the worst rap track in the history of rap tracks, that it would go on to be in a Mario Bros movie I’d would’ve burst with excitement! Long live the DK Rap!”
If you’d told me in ‘97, when I wrote the worst rap track in the history of rap tracks, that it would go on to be in a Mario Bros movie I’d would’ve burst with excitement! Long live the DK Rap! @Sethrogenhttps://t.co/CtrTr2eb8Z
Rogen discussed his opposite of method acting approach to voicing DK in the Mario movie (let Jeremy Strong voice Diddy Kong). “I was very clear, I don’t do voices,” he told Comic Book. “And if you want me to be in this movie, it’s gonna sound like me and that’s it. And that was the beginning and end of that conversation.” He is the leader of the bunch, after all.
If you’re a big fan of Cardi B and Offset but are too annoyed by Baby Shark (doot-do, do-doot do-doot), we have some mixed news for you. The “Hot S**t” MC just announced via Twitter that her and her family will appear in the upcoming Baby Shark’s Big Movie from Nickelodeon, appearing exclusively on Paramount Plus. Moreover, Cardi, ‘Set, and their kids Kulture and Wave will reportedly join as voice cast members. However, the Bronx MC didn’t offer much details in her post, so maybe there are other surprises in store.
As expected, the comments section filled up with both well wishes and memes (“Cardi shark, do do do do do do” was a popular one). Also, a lot of people wondered whether they will release a song as part of a promotional rollout or soundtrack for the kids flick. Given that their recent McDonald’s deal didn’t involve music, perhaps that’s wishful thinking. Still, it didn’t stop fans from guessing what that collab would even look like. Neither is exactly well-known for their family-friendly hit songs, but they are well-known for being a popular and openly loving family.
Cardi B Announces Her Family’s Role In Baby Shark’s Big Movie
Happy to announce that me & my family will be in the BABY SHARKS BIG MOVIE!!!! pic.twitter.com/AP65hll5Ro
For example, the couple recently shared a video of them in bed together, cuddling and laughing with each other. As Offset planted kisses on Cardi B, she started to sing a song that got them cracking up. Furthermore, they’ve shown a lot of love to their kids, four-year-old Kulture and one-year-old Wave, on social media. Regardless of how good the Baby Shark movie is, it will at least make for an interesting pop culture venture for the family. Who knows, maybe their performance ends up blowing the other voice actors out of the water.
Meanwhile, their McDonald’s commercial also gave a sweet glimpse into their relationship. “He a simple man,” Cardi B said of his boo while detailing his typical order. In addition, Offset made it clear that it’s important to share during meals, which is always a hot debate with couples. “If it’s mine, it’s hers,” he said of the fries in their combo meal. Maybe their appearance in Baby Shark’s Big Movie will bring some other wholesome moments to the fold. Regardless, stick around on HNHH for the latest on Cardi B and Offset.
I hope you’re not tired of doing the “Seaweed Sway” yet, because Baby Shark’s Big Movie is coming to Paramount + and Sharki B — aka Cardi B — is coming along for the ride. Naturally, Cardi will reprise her Baby Shark’s Big Show! character along with her husband Offshark (Offset), and daughter Kulture Shark (Kulture). And hey, since they’ve got a new aquatically-named rugrat running around, it looks like Wave is also included in the cast list.
Cardi excitedly shared the news on Twitter, writing, “Happy to announce that me & my family will be in the BABY SHARKS BIG MOVIE!!!!!” Included in the casting announcement are other stars like Ashley Tisdale, Lance Bass (whose name is already the perfect fish pun), K-pop band Enhypen, Saturday Night Live regulars Ego Nwodim and Chloe Fineman, and comedian Aparna Nancherla.
Happy to announce that me & my family will be in the BABY SHARKS BIG MOVIE!!!! pic.twitter.com/AP65hll5Ro
Cardi, Offset, and Kulture first guest-starred on Baby Shark’s Big Show! last spring, when they appeared as animated, brightly-colored versions of themselves to perform a new song by Cardi, “The Seaweed Sway.” The titular protagnist danced with Sharki B and her family during a concert in the episode, showing off the accompanying dance. Fun fact: In Korea, where Baby Shark originates, Sharki B is played by K-pop star CL.
The movie will follow Baby Shark and his family as they move to Chomp City, the big city of sharks. Not only will Baby Shark be forced to adjust to life without his best friend William nearby, but he’ll also encounter an evil pop starfish who plans to steal his gift of song in order to dominate all underwater music. Baby Shark has to embark on a mission to break her spell to restore harmony to the seas.
Baby Shark’s Big Movie is set for release during the holiday season.
As the fourth anniversary of the Safdie Brothers’ Uncut Gems approaches, film fanatics are raving over an exciting tidbit of gossip from within the industry. After tapping The Weeknd to play himself in their Adam Sandler-led thriller, the creatives may be working with yet another recording artist in their upcoming project – Megan Thee Stallion. According to Deadline, the Houston-born rap diva may be joining the cast, alongside the Grown Ups star, who many are eager to see work with the Safdies once again.
Many of the project’s details remain under wraps at this time, though we do know it’s been produced for Netflix and will take place “in the world of sports memorabilia.” Safdie siblings Josh and Benny wrote the screenplay, which has incredibly high expectations following the sweeping (albeit snubbed) sensation that was Uncut Gems. While Thee Stallion is best known for her tantalizing twerking and braggadocious bars, this rumoured upcoming role certainly won’t be her first venture into acting.
Megan Thee Stallion’s Acting Resume Continues to Grow
Megan Thee Stallion performs onstage during the 2022 iHeartRadio Music Festival at T-Mobile Arena on September 24, 2022, in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Denise Truscello/Getty Images for iHeartRadio)
In the world of television, she’s previously appeared in Disney+’s She-Hulk: Attorney at Law, as well as the STARZ stripper drama, P-Valley. In addition to that, we’ve also seen Thee Stallion alongside industry veterans like Christina Hendricks and Matthew Lillard in NBC’s Good Girls. As far as films go, the world is anxiously awaiting the “Hot Girl Summer” hitmaker’s theatrical debut in A24’s upcoming musical comedy, F*cking Identical Twins. Other famous faces in the cast include Nathan Lane, Bowen Yang, and Megan Mullaly.
In other news, now that she’s officially back outside following a hiatus after Tory Lanez’s trial, Megan Thee Stallion is preparing for her first performance of the year on Friday (March 31). The concert will mark her first time taking to the stage in Houston in several years, and 1501’s Carl Crawford sent out a surprisingly warm welcome letter ahead of her concert. Read what the label head had to say here, and let us know if you’re excited about the Safdie brother’s upcoming movie in the comments.
It’s become a bit of a tradition for Josh and Benny Safdie to cast singers and rappers in their movies. In 2017’s Good Time, it was Necro. For 2019’s Uncut Gems, the Weeknd did cocaine in a bathroom with Julia Fox.
The brothers haven’t announced a title for their next film, but we do know it will star Adam Sandler (casual reminder that he deserved an Oscar for Uncut Gems) and, in the rapper-turned-actor role, Megan Thee Stallion.
Megan Thee Stallion now in talks to star alongside their Uncut Gems collaborator Adam Sandler, according to multiple sources… Specifics as to the plot, and even the title of the new film remain tightly under wraps, though Sandler recently confirmed its setting in the world of sports memorabilia. The Safdies will direct from their own script and also serve as producers on the pic, which is gearing up for production this summer.
Sandler recently revealed that the movie should begin shooting in the summer. “I love those guys,” he said about working with the Safdies. “I know we’re going to dedicate ourselves into working our asses off and making sure it’s as good as it can be, and I know that takes a lot of time.” As for Megan Thee Stallion, she will make her big-screen debut in A24’s R-rated musical F*cking Identical Twins from Borat director Larry Charles. She will, presumably, not twerk with She-Hulk again.
As a cinephile, you may have encountered multiple films, but none quite as remarkable as that of John Singleton. This African-American director, producer, and screenwriter made an impression on Hollywood and movie lovers worldwide. Singleton co-conceived the FX drug drama Snowfall to immense critical acclaim. He also helmed individual Billions, Empire, and American Crime Story episodes. Additionally, throughout his career, Singleton directed a total of nine films.
Mourning broke out among filmgoers in April 2019 with the passing of the acclaimed filmmaker. When he was 24, Singleton had already achieved a great honor—a nomination for Best Director at the Academy Awards in 1991. It made him the youngest person ever nominated for the award. He truly left an indelible mark on cinema. From his early endeavors to his ultimate works, we’ll examine Singleton’s career and provide an understanding of what makes each feature film a must-see—or a pass. If you are a devoted Singleton enthusiast or just exploring your next picks for movie evenings, we’ve got you taken care of.
9. Abduction (2011)
Stepping out of his wheelhouse, Singleton created a conspiracy story. Yet, the outcome was far from what he had anticipated. Taylor Lautner, famed for his Twilight saga, plays Nathan Hapner, a youth with an uncomfortable suspicion that he is living someone else’s life. Unfortunately, many critics deemed the screenplay unacceptable, and Singleton himself didn’t even craft it.
8. 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003)
An ex-cop, Brian O’Conner (Paul Walker), moves from Los Angeles to Miami for a fresh start. He soon immerses himself in the world of street racing, becoming friends with Tej (Chris “Ludacris” Bridges) and Suki (Devon Aoki). But his days suddenly turn when the FBI captures him, demanding he enters a deal. Partnering with Roman Pearce (Tyrese), Brian embarks on the dangerous task of bringing down a notorious drug lord.
7. Poetic Justice (1993)
In the sorrowful aftermath of her boyfriend’s murder, Justice, a hairdresser (Janet Jackson), uses poetry to cope with her grief. Stranded without her car, she and her friend Iesha (Regina King)—along with Iesha’s postal worker boyfriend Chicago (Joe Torry) and his colleague Lucky (Tupac Shakur)—travel to Oakland to attend a convention. Justice must confront the idea of opening her heart again when she finds herself drawn to Lucky. Raw and captivating, Poetic Justice gives us a unique insight into a dilemma that often goes unseen. John Singleton brings together violence, humor, anger, romance, and poetry in one remarkable package.
6. Higher Learning (1994)
Stylish and clever, Singleton artfully wove together the multitude of social strata within college campuses, showcasing their complex blend of intertwining desire for integration and separatism. Malik, disregarding academics, hopes to utilize his sports expertise to survive college. But Fudge, who has an extended stay at the university, befriends Malik and pushes him to consider life from alternate perspectives. Laurence Fishburne stars as Professor Phipps—a strict educator wishing for Malik’s academic achievement. Tyra Banks also appears in her role as Deja, Malik’s girlfriend.
Ice Cube was nominated for an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture for his act as Fudge. Fishburne was also honored with the same recognition. Veteran film critic Roger Ebert applauded Singleton’s eye for detail.
5. Four Brothers (2005)
Four Brothers experienced success at the box office, grossing roughly $92 million with a budget of only $30 million. Additionally, critical reception praised the chemistry shared between the four leading stars. The movie was captivated by ultra-violent scenes that generated vigilantism and meandered through multiple underdeveloped themes. In the film, the brothers took a few moments to evoke nostalgia, then quickly launched into a fervent quest for vengeance. Although prospects for a sequel were originally in the works, ultimately, nothing materialized.
4. Shaft (2000)
John Shaft is a determined New York City detective played by Samuel L. Jackson. Shaft sets out to seek justice for the racially motivated murder of Walter Wade Jr., son of a powerful real estate magnate. In true Singleton fashion, there is more to Shaft than simply a murder investigation. It serves as an indictment of the inequities of society’s legal system, which too often favors the privileged few. The amazing cast, including Vanessa Williams, Jeffrey Wright, Toni Collette, and Mekhi Phifer, brings the story to life.
3. Baby Boy (2001)
In 2001, Baby Boy brought a compelling look at Jody’s (Tyrese Gibson) journey as he grappled with becoming an adult. Singleton insisted on realism instead of the hollow promises politicians and newsmakers often turn to in order to avoid unrest. Rather than following clichés about the life of a 20-year-old African American, Singleton crafted a sensitive and perceptive interpretation that subverted expectations.
2. Rosewood (1997)
The town of Rosewood, Florida, was the tragic setting for an incident in the early 1920s. Racial tensions had been reaching a fever pitch, and the town’s African American population became the target of white supremacists from a nearby area. Suspecting that a Black man had assaulted a white woman, they took swift and brutal action by burning Rosewood to the ground. Director John Singleton captures this inhumanity in his film, Rosewood, packing an emotional punch and delivering a powerful message about racial violence. With an all-star cast boasting Ving Rhames, Jon Voight, and Don Cheadle, the movie is a tour de force that leaves audiences shaken by its raw intensity.
1. Boyz N The Hood (1991)
Well-crafted Boyz N the Hood provides an unrivaled glimpse into the lives of a group of friends coming of age in a marginalized community. With its soaring fluency and dramatic shooting, it’s a vivid portrait of life among violence—where people are accustomed to the sound of gunshots echoing in the air and helicopters hovering above. Acclaimed for its emotive direction and screenplay, it earned Singleton two Academy Award nominations. One was for Best Director and the other for Best Original Screenplay.
Last weekend, West claimed on Instagram, “Watching Jonah Hill in 21 Jump Street made me like Jewish people again.” He continued, “No one should take anger against one or two individuals and transform that into hatred towards millions of innocent people. No Christian can be labeled antisemite knowing Jesus is Jew. Thank you Jonah Hill I love you.”
Cue Seth Rogen’s famous laughter.
Rogen was promoting the forthcoming The Super Mario Bros. Moviewith CinemaBlend when he was asked about Hill and 21 Jump Street magically making West “like Jewish people again,” which, to be clear, is not a viable approach against antisemitism. Rogen roared his distinctive laugh before saying, “You know what? [Hill] can have it. Happy to be left out of that one. But you know what? Good! Cured!”
Rogen added, “They should send that movie around the world — let everyone watch it! I wrote some jokes for that movie, so I feel slight ownership.”
Last December, Rogen poked fun at Kim Kardashian after she didn’t show at The Hollywood Reporter‘s Women In Entertainment breakfast (as noted by Page Six).
“Are we going to talk about how Kim Kardashian didn’t show up? Is that going to happen?” Rogen said at the podium. “I’ll say this … I have seen every episode of Keeping Up With The Kardashians. I know she is not doing something more important than this. I’ve seen 100,000 hours of her. She’s never done something more important than this. This would be the climax of the show.”
And Rogen subtly snuck in a perceived jab at West, “She’s probably dealing with a lot right now.”
Kardashian and West reportedly finalized their divorce last November, per People, and Kardashian has been open about how “f*cking hard” it is to co-parent with West.
J Dilla left an imprint on rap that will never fade away. The crispy drums he used influenced people like Kanye West. Years later, he birthed the new generation of lo-fi producers. The Donutsproducer’s influence continues to be heard in hip-hop nearly 15 years after his tragic passing. His collaborators and friends have shared his story and kept his legacy alive. However, for new fans who’ve yet to fully comprehend his genius, Hulu and FX are releasing a documentary titled, The Legacy Of J Dilla.
The upcoming documentary will make its debut on FX on April 7th at 10 p.m. Afterward, Hulu will upload it to their platform to stream on the same day. The New York Times will present the upcoming doc, which they describe as “an intimate portrait” of Dilla’s life and legacy. The documentary also includes exclusive access to his family. The Legacy Of J Dilla will certainly become a must-watch for hip-hop heads. It’s no doubt that it’ll explore his life and legacy in a way that hasn’t been done before.
The Legacy Of J Dilla Drops On April 7th
‘The Legacy of J Dilla’ original documentary is coming to FX / Hulu on April 7th, courtesy of the New York Times.
The documentary, which has been directed and produced by Christopher Frierson and Esther Dere, will include contributions from Dilla’s family and the unfortunate circumstances surrounding his estate and legacy following his 2006 death. “I’m a Detroiter, and I’m a fighter,” his mother, Maureen Yancey, says. “I will stay in there, and I will fight. I won’t let anybody put my son down, what I do for him down, because I’m here to lift up his music, his legacy.”
In addition to his forthcoming documentary, Questlove also has a documentary in the works based on the Welcome To Detroitartist. Dilla Time is described as “part biography, part musicology, and part musical meditation,” based on the 2022 biography, Dilla Time: The Life and Afterlife of J Dilla, The Hip Hop Producer Who Reinvented Rhythm by Dan Charnas. “J Dilla was our teacher. And what he taught us was how to feel rhythm in a way we had never felt before,” Quest said. “I’m so honored to be a part of bringing his story to the world through this documentary.”
Jonah Hill has been in the news quite a bit over the past few days thanks to a recent declaration from the likes of Kanye West. As many of you already know, Kanye took to Instagram where he shared his love for Hill. Overall, his post was meant to be a redemption arc of sorts. Within the post, Ye said that Jonah’s performance in 21 Jump Streetmade him love Jewish people again. Although, no one was truly buying this post. It felt pretty maniacal and smarter fans saw right through it. However, it still got a ton of eyeballs.
“Watching Jonah Hill in 21 Jump street made me like Jewish people again,” Ye wrote. “No one should take anger against one or two individuals and transform that into hatred towards millions of innocent people. No Christian can be labeled antisemite knowing Jesus is Jew. Thank you Jonah Hill I love you.” Regardless of the message here, it’s clear that Kanye got everyone’s attention again. It also got the attention of Jonah Hill, who must be feeling pretty weird about the whole thing.
According to TMZ, Hill was actually spotted outside of a restaurant in Santa Monica recently. While leaving the spot, Jonah Hill was greeted by all sorts of cameras and paparazzi. Subsequently, Hill was asked about Kanye’s post and what he thought about all of it. Instead of answering, Hill just kept it moving as he wanted to leave the area. Overall, you cannot blame him for taking the high road here. After all, what are you even supposed to say in this situation?
Whether or not this will have fans on Ye’s side again, remains to be seen. However, it does not feel like that is going to be the case. In the months prior to this, he was hanging out with known white supremacists. Additionally, he was saying some truly hurtful things, all while siding with Adolf Hitler and the Nazis. It was a ridiculous and hateful display that ruined his legacy for a lot of people. Let us know what you think about all of this, in the comments down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world.
What the f*ck is this man! 
Vivica ugh, so [you’re] not gonna ever leave me alone hun 
?” he then asked, throwing obvious shade at the media personality. Of course, Fox wasn’t the only one to face 50’s wrath. Judge Mathis, who will be executive producing her film, was also a noteworthy part of the rapper’s caption.
? I’m done, I’m done with all you n*ggas LOL,” his post ended. Fans of Fif aren’t exactly finding his message surprising, seeing as he and Fox have publicly feuded on multiple occasions over the years. Just a few years ago, she called the multi-talent out for making “contentious comments about Black women” during a Young Money Radio interview. “He just has such f*ckboy tendencies, you know what I mean?” the 58-year-old said of her ex around that time. Despite what 50 Cent has to say, Fox seems eager to move forward with The First Lady of BMF movie. 
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: From our interview with Seth Rogen for “The Super Mario Bros. Movie”)