<p>The trailer for Pedro Pascal's upcoming <em>Star Wars</em> movie, T<em>he Mandalorian &amp; Grogu,</em> has leaked online. The movie is a continuation of the popular <em>The Mandalorian</em> series on Disney+ and follows the adventures of the mercenary Din Djarin and his ward Grogu.</p>
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<p>The leak took place after the trailer was screened at the ongoing Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo, Japan, where they also announced the title of Ryan Gosling's upcoming movie, <em>Star Wars: Starfighter.</em></p>
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<h2>First look at new characters (spoilers ahead)</h2>
<p>The leaked trailer showed footage of Din Djarin taking on a group of stormtroopers in a spaceship. It then cuts to Sigourney Weaver's mystery character, who hires him and Grogu for a new mission. The trailer also gives us our first look at Zeb Orrelios from the animated show Star Wars Rebels and Rotta the Hutt.</p>
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<h2>Weaver shares a few insights</h2>
<p>In a recent interview, Sigourney Weaver shared a few details about her role, saying, &ldquo;I play a wonderful character who is, you know, in a position of authority,&rdquo; she shared. &ldquo;And I have to send the Mandalorian out on a mission to the Outer Rim, where all the bad stuff happens.&rdquo;</p>
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<p>The movie is directed by Jon Favreau and co-written by Favreau and Dave Filoni. The rest of the cast includes Jeremy Allen White and Jonny Coyne.</p>
<p><em>The Mandalorian &amp; Grogu</em> will be hitting the big screen worldwide on May 22, 2026.</p>
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The trailer for Pedro Pascal's upcoming Star Wars movie, The Mandalorian & Grogu, has leaked online. The movie is a continuation of the popular 'The Mandalorian' series.

The trailer for Pedro Pascal's upcoming Star Wars movie, The Mandalorian & Grogu, has leaked online. The movie is a continuation of the popular The Mandalorian series on Disney+ and follows the adventures of the mercenary Din Djarin and his ward Grogu. Also Read: Ryan Gosling's movie set in a galaxy far far away gets a name 'Star Wars: Starfighter' The leak took place after the trailer was screened at the ongoing Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo, Japan, where they also announced the title of Ryan Gosling's upcoming movie, Star Wars: Starfighter. Star Wars: Starfighter comes to theaters on May 28, 2027. #StarWarsCelebration pic.twitter.com/dsbVb3VdBY — Star Wars (@starwars) April 18, 2025 First look at new characters (spoilers ahead) The leaked trailer showed footage of Din Djarin taking on a group of stormtroopers in a spaceship. It then cuts to Sigourney Weaver's mystery character, who hires him and Grogu for a new mission. The trailer also gives us our first look at Zeb Orrelios from the animated show Star Wars Rebels and Rotta the Hutt. Also Read: Anora star Mikey Madison turns down role in Ryan Gosling's Star Wars movie Weaver shares a few insights In a recent interview, Sigourney Weaver shared a few details about her role, saying, “I play a wonderful character who is, you know, in a position of authority,” she shared. “And I have to send the Mandalorian out on a mission to the Outer Rim, where all the bad stuff happens.” Also Read: Killing Eve star Jodie Comer in talks to join Ryan Gosling's Star Wars movie The movie is directed by Jon Favreau and co-written by Favreau and Dave Filoni. The rest of the cast includes Jeremy Allen White and Jonny Coyne. The Mandalorian & Grogu will be hitting the big screen worldwide on May 22, 2026. Also Read: From the Trump presidency to economic tariffs here are 5 predictions for 2025 for The Simpsons that came true.

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<p>Vikram's <em>Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2</em> has gotten an official OTT release date. The movie will be streaming on Amazon Prime Video this April. Directed by S. U. Arun Kumar, the movie underperformed at the box office, grossing ₹65 crores ($7.5 million) against a budget of ₹55 crores ($6.4 million) despite positive reviews.</p>
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<p>It is the 62nd film for Vikram and follows the story of Kaali, a former gangster who finds his quiet life turned upside down when his past catches up with him.</p>
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<h2>Veera Dheera Sooran streaming soon</h2>
<p>The movie will be streaming on Amazon Prime Video on April 24th and will be available in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi. The movie boasts of an ensemble cast that includes S. J. Suryah, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Dushara Vijayan, Maala Parvathi, and Prudhvi Raj.</p>
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<h2>A prequel in the works</h2>
<p>Director S. U. Arun Kumar, who previously helmed the critically acclaimed film <em>Chithha</em>, revealed that the movie had Part 2 in its title because there were plans for a prequel, which explores Kaali's childhood and how he enters a life of crime. However, due to the movie's lacklustre box office performance, it remains to be seen if the planned prequel will go into production.</p>
<p>The movie was initially scheduled to release on 30 January 2025, but was delayed to March 27th, which meant it faced stiff competition from the Malayalam political thriller <em>L2: Empuraan.</em></p>
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Vikram's Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 has gotten an official OTT release date. The movie will be streaming on Amazon Prime Video this April in all major Indian languages.

Vikram's Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 has gotten an official OTT release date. The movie will be streaming on Amazon Prime Video this April. Directed by S. U. Arun Kumar, the movie underperformed at the box office, grossing ₹65 crores ($7.5 million) against a budget of ₹55 crores ($6.4 million) despite positive reviews. Also Read: The Fantastic Four: First Steps – From The Last of Us to WandaVision, here are 6 Easter eggs from the trailer It is the 62nd film for Vikram and follows the story of Kaali, a former gangster who finds his quiet life turned upside down when his past catches up with him. Also Read: Jaat: FIR against Sunny Deol and Randeep Hooda for 'hurting religious sentiments' Veera Dheera Sooran streaming soon The movie will be streaming on Amazon Prime Video on April 24th and will be available in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi. The movie boasts of an ensemble cast that includes S. J. Suryah, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Dushara Vijayan, Maala Parvathi, and Prudhvi Raj. View this post on Instagram A post shared by prime video IN (@primevideoin) Also Read: Kesari Chapter 2: Akshay Kumar urges fans not to be late and miss out on the movie's powerful opening scene A prequel in the works Director S. U. Arun Kumar, who previously helmed the critically acclaimed film Chithha, revealed that the movie had Part 2 in its title because there were plans for a prequel, which explores Kaali's childhood and how he enters a life of crime. However, due to the movie's lacklustre box office performance, it remains to be seen if the planned prequel will go into production. The movie was initially scheduled to release on 30 January 2025, but was delayed to March 27th, which meant it faced stiff competition from the Malayalam political thriller L2: Empuraan. Also Read: L2: Empuraan: Mohanlal's controversial Malayalam film set to release on OTT on this date

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From The Last of Us to WandaVision, the trailer has quite a few things that are easy to miss, so let’s take a look at six Easter eggs that you may have missed.


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<p><em>Coolie</em> director Lokesh Kanagaraj took to X to share an update on actor Shriram Natarajan's health. Shriram Natarajan, popularly known as Sri, has been at the centre of media speculation after sharing shocking content on his Instagram account, where the actor appears to have lost a lot of weight.</p>
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<p><strong>A celebrated career under scrutiny</strong></p>
<p>Sri is known for his roles in movies like<em> Onaayum Aatukuttiyum</em> and <em>Maanagaram</em>. In his statement, Kanagaraj said, "We would like to inform all well-wishers, friends, and members of the media that Actor Shriram is under expert medical care and is currently taking some time off from social media following his doctor's advice."</p>
<p>The actor made his debut with Balaji Sakthivel&rsquo;s <em>Vazhakku Enn 18/9</em> and rose to fame for his role in Kanagaraj's 2017 action thriller <em>Maanagaram</em>. His last acting role was the 2023 romantic drama <em>Irugapatru.</em></p>
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<h2>Kanagaraj calls for privacy and restraint</h2>
<p>Lokesh Kanagaraj also appealed to everyone to respect Sri's privacy and urged media to avoid speculation, saying, "We kindly request everyone to respect his need for privacy as he focuses on his recovery and well-being. Speculation and misinformation can be extremely distressing, and we urge all media platforms both online and offline to refrain from spreading rumours or unverified updates about his health."</p>
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<p>"We also appeal to media platforms to remove any objectionable content or interviews based on his current condition and to respect his personal space as he focuses on recovery."</p>
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Lokesh Kanagaraj, director of Coolie, recently provided an update on actor Shriram Natarajan's health via X, amid intense media scrutiny over his Instagram posts.

Coolie director Lokesh Kanagaraj took to X to share an update on actor Shriram Natarajan's health. Shriram Natarajan, popularly known as Sri, has been at the centre of media speculation after sharing shocking content on his Instagram account, where the actor appears to have lost a lot of weight. Also Read: Ryan Gosling's movie set in a galaxy far far away gets a name 'Star Wars: Starfighter' A celebrated career under scrutiny Sri is known for his roles in movies like Onaayum Aatukuttiyum and Maanagaram. In his statement, Kanagaraj said, "We would like to inform all well-wishers, friends, and members of the media that Actor Shriram is under expert medical care and is currently taking some time off from social media following his doctor's advice." The actor made his debut with Balaji Sakthivel’s Vazhakku Enn 18/9 and rose to fame for his role in Kanagaraj's 2017 action thriller Maanagaram. His last acting role was the 2023 romantic drama Irugapatru. Also Read: Actor Haley Joel Osment charged with cocaine possession and possible six-month jail time Kanagaraj calls for privacy and restraint Lokesh Kanagaraj also appealed to everyone to respect Sri's privacy and urged media to avoid speculation, saying, "We kindly request everyone to respect his need for privacy as he focuses on his recovery and well-being. Speculation and misinformation can be extremely distressing, and we urge all media platforms both online and offline to refrain from spreading rumours or unverified updates about his health." pic.twitter.com/KAx4QxH7uF — Lokesh Kanagaraj (@Dir_Lokesh) April 18, 2025 Also Read: L2: Empuraan: Mohanlal's controversial Malayalam film set to release on OTT on this date "We also appeal to media platforms to remove any objectionable content or interviews based on his current condition and to respect his personal space as he focuses on recovery." Also Read: Kesari Chapter 2: Akshay Kumar urges fans not to be late and miss out on the movie's powerful opening scene

Coolie director Lokesh Kanagaraj shares update on actor Shriram Natarajan health

<p>Mohanlal's controversial Malayalam film <em>L2: Empuraan</em> has gotten an official OTT release date. Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, <em>Empuraan</em> has achieved blockbuster status despite backlash from the BJP and right-wing groups for its portrayal of the 2002 Gujarat riots.</p>
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<p>Following the uproar, the film underwent a voluntary re-edit. The movie's release has also attracted scrutiny from authorities. Both producer Antony Perumbavoor and director Prithviraj received notices from the Income Tax Department, and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided the offices of co-producer Gokulam Gopalan.</p>
<h2>Empurran set for OTT release</h2>
<p>The movie is a sequel to the 2019 political thriller <em>Lucifer</em> and is the second entry in a planned trilogy. The movie has grossed over 265 crores ($30 million) worldwide since its release in March and is currently the second highest-grossing movie of 2025 behind Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava, and the highest-grossing Malayalam movie of all time.</p>
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<p>Mohanlal took to X to announce that the Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada versions of the movie will be streaming from April 24 on JioHotstar.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">L2: Empuraan will be streaming from 24 April only on JioHotstar. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Empuraan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Empuraan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/JioHotstar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#JioHotstar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EmpuraanOnJioHotstar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EmpuraanOnJioHotstar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PrithvirajSukumaran?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PrithvirajSukumaran</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MalayalamCinema?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MalayalamCinema</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Mollywood?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Mollywood</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EmpuraanMovie?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EmpuraanMovie</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Lucifer2?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Lucifer2</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EmpuraanL2?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EmpuraanL2</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/L2E?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#L2E</a> <a href="https://t.co/ABTh6suEnZ">pic.twitter.com/ABTh6suEnZ</a></p>
&mdash; Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) <a href="https://twitter.com/Mohanlal/status/1912851359558226109?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 17, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<h2>What is L2: Empuraan about?</h2>
<p>Set five years after the events of <em>Lucifer</em>, the film follows Khureshi Ab'raam, also known as Stephen Nedumpally, who operates an international crime syndicate. When betrayal strikes, he is forced to return home, setting the stage for a gripping narrative filled with action and drama.</p>
<p>The film features an ensemble cast that includes Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Tovino Thomas, Indrajith Sukumaran, Manju Warrier, Saniya Iyappan, Saikumar, Baiju Santhosh, Fazil, and Sachin Khedekar.</p>
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Mohanlal's controversial Malayalam film L2: Empuraan has gotten an official OTT release date. The movie is directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran and is the sequel to Lucifer.

Mohanlal's controversial Malayalam film L2: Empuraan has gotten an official OTT release date. Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, Empuraan has achieved blockbuster status despite backlash from the BJP and right-wing groups for its portrayal of the 2002 Gujarat riots. Also Read: L2: Empuraan box office collection: Mohanlal's film beats Manjummel Boys, becomes highest-grossing Malayalam movie Following the uproar, the film underwent a voluntary re-edit. The movie's release has also attracted scrutiny from authorities. Both producer Antony Perumbavoor and director Prithviraj received notices from the Income Tax Department, and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided the offices of co-producer Gokulam Gopalan. Empurran set for OTT release The movie is a sequel to the 2019 political thriller Lucifer and is the second entry in a planned trilogy. The movie has grossed over 265 crores ($30 million) worldwide since its release in March and is currently the second highest-grossing movie of 2025 behind Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava, and the highest-grossing Malayalam movie of all time. Also Read: L2 Empuraan: Director Prithviraj Sukumaran served notice by the Income Tax department Mohanlal took to X to announce that the Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada versions of the movie will be streaming from April 24 on JioHotstar. L2: Empuraan will be streaming from 24 April only on JioHotstar. #Empuraan #JioHotstar #EmpuraanOnJioHotstar #PrithvirajSukumaran #MalayalamCinema #Mollywood #EmpuraanMovie #Lucifer2 #EmpuraanL2 #L2E pic.twitter.com/ABTh6suEnZ — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) April 17, 2025 Also Read: L2: Empuraan director Prithviraj shares a 'sneak peak' as movie becomes second highest grosser of 2025 What is L2: Empuraan about? Set five years after the events of Lucifer, the film follows Khureshi Ab'raam, also known as Stephen Nedumpally, who operates an international crime syndicate. When betrayal strikes, he is forced to return home, setting the stage for a gripping narrative filled with action and drama. The film features an ensemble cast that includes Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Tovino Thomas, Indrajith Sukumaran, Manju Warrier, Saniya Iyappan, Saikumar, Baiju Santhosh, Fazil, and Sachin Khedekar. Also Read: Ryan Gosling's movie set in a galaxy far far away gets a name 'Star Wars: Starfighter'

L2: Empuraan: Mohanlal's controversial Malayalam film set to release on OTT on this date

<p>Ryan Gosling&rsquo;s much-anticipated <em>Star Wars</em> film, directed by <em>Deadpool &amp; Wolverine</em> helmer Shawn Levy, finally has a name and release date. Officially announced in 2022, the movie will be titled <em>Star Wars: Starfighter</em> and is slated for a global release on May 28, 2027.</p>
<p>It will be a standalone adventure set after the events of <em>Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker</em>, with Gosling taking on the role of a Jedi Knight.</p>
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<h2>A standalone story with heart and adventure</h2>
<p>Speaking at the Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo, Gosling shared his excitement: &ldquo;The reality is that this script is just so good. It has such a great story with great and original characters. It&rsquo;s filled with so much heart and adventure, and there just really is not a more perfect filmmaker for this particular story than Shawn.&rdquo;</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Star Wars: Starfighter comes to theaters on May 28, 2027. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/StarWarsCelebration?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#StarWarsCelebration</a> <a href="https://t.co/dsbVb3VdBY">pic.twitter.com/dsbVb3VdBY</a></p>
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<p>Gosling is rumoured to portray a Jedi who is training a new Padawan while being pursued by two villains, likely a Sith master and apprentice duo. The film is expected to have a more modest budget than previous franchise entries.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/killing-eve-star-jodie-comer-in-talks-to-join-ryan-goslings-star-wars-movie-8931897">Killing Eve star Jodie Comer in talks to join Ryan Gosling's Star Wars movie</a></strong></p>
<h2>Shawn Levy promises fresh take</h2>
<p>Director Shawn Levy, who joined Gosling on stage, revealed more about the direction of the film. &ldquo;This is a standalone. It&rsquo;s not a prequel, not a sequel. It&rsquo;s a new adventure. It&rsquo;s set in a period of time that we haven&rsquo;t seen explored yet,&rdquo; he explained.</p>
<p><em>Star Wars: Starfighter</em> will be released worldwide on May 28, 2027.</p>
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Ryan Gosling’s much-anticipated Star Wars film, directed by Deadpool & Wolverine helmer Shawn Levy, finally has a name, Star Wars: Starfighter, and release date.

Ryan Gosling’s much-anticipated Star Wars film, directed by Deadpool & Wolverine helmer Shawn Levy, finally has a name and release date. Officially announced in 2022, the movie will be titled Star Wars: Starfighter and is slated for a global release on May 28, 2027. It will be a standalone adventure set after the events of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, with Gosling taking on the role of a Jedi Knight. Also Read: Anora star Mikey Madison turns down role in Ryan Gosling's Star Wars movie A standalone story with heart and adventure Speaking at the Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo, Gosling shared his excitement: “The reality is that this script is just so good. It has such a great story with great and original characters. It’s filled with so much heart and adventure, and there just really is not a more perfect filmmaker for this particular story than Shawn.” Also Read: Kesari Chapter 2: Akshay Kumar urges fans not to be late and miss out on the movie's powerful opening scene Star Wars: Starfighter comes to theaters on May 28, 2027. #StarWarsCelebration pic.twitter.com/dsbVb3VdBY — Star Wars (@starwars) April 18, 2025 Gosling is rumoured to portray a Jedi who is training a new Padawan while being pursued by two villains, likely a Sith master and apprentice duo. The film is expected to have a more modest budget than previous franchise entries. Also Read: Killing Eve star Jodie Comer in talks to join Ryan Gosling's Star Wars movie Shawn Levy promises fresh take Director Shawn Levy, who joined Gosling on stage, revealed more about the direction of the film. “This is a standalone. It’s not a prequel, not a sequel. It’s a new adventure. It’s set in a period of time that we haven’t seen explored yet,” he explained. Star Wars: Starfighter will be released worldwide on May 28, 2027. Also Read: Actor Haley Joel Osment charged with cocaine possession and possible six-month jail time

Ryan Gosling's movie set in a galaxy far far away gets a name 'Star Wars: Starfighter'

Uncover six critically lauded films with devoted followings that never received the sequels fans longed for. Discover what made these movies stand out in cinema history.

Left in Limbo: 6 great Hollywood movies that deserved a sequel

<p>Some movies don't just tell a great story. They leave the audience wanting more. These movies set the stage to build on it, be it through great world-building, amazing characters or hints at larger and more interesting plots in the background.</p>
<p>But whether it was poor marketing, being ahead of their time or simply not connecting with the audience when they were released, these movies did not do well enough at the box office and never got the chance to continue to explore the interesting world they set up.</p>
<p>So let's take a look at six movies that, despite having critical acclaim and a cult following, never got the chance to live up to their obvious potential and got left in limbo.</p>
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<p>Here are six great Hollywood movies that deserve a sequel.</p>
<h2>Dredd (2012)</h2>
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<p>This adaptation of the Judge Dredd comics came out just when the superhero genre was hitting its stride. The movie is a brilliant homage to the comics and captures the dark and gritty tone of the source material.</p>
<p>This was backed up by well-choreographed and stylish action set pieces, and a terrific performance by Karl Urban was critically praised at the time of release, but it underperformed at the box office and hopes for a sequel were squashed.</p>
<h2>RocknRolla (2008)</h2>
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<p>This crime comedy had all the chaos and swagger fans expected from a Guy Ritchie movie, along with sharp writing and a plot that gets you guessing with its twists and turns, including an ensemble star cast. The movie even teased a sequel in its climax but alas, the movie bombed at the box office, and despite the director's and fans' enthusiasm, a sequel never materialised.</p>
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<h2>Rise of the Guardians (2012)</h2>
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<p>This animated movie based on the books by William Joyce followed the adventures of Santa Claus, the Tooth Fairy, the Easter Bunny, the Sandman and Jack Frost as they try and stop the evil Pitch Black from engulfing the world in darkness. The movie had a great voice cast, was a commercial and critical hit, and had all the potential to be a beloved franchise, but a sequel never got made.</p>
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<h2>Master and Commander (2003)</h2>
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<p>The movie was based on the books by Patrick O'Brian and was critically acclaimed at the time of its release. The movie had an amazing cast led by a great performance from Russell Crowe and showcased the beauty and constant danger of early sea voyages. Unfortunately, it failed at the box office, and this led the studio to drop plans for a sequel.</p>
<h2>Dungeons &amp; Dragons: Honour Among Thieves (2023)</h2>
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<p>The movie has a fun adventure set in the rich and fantastical world of the beloved tabletop game and received praise from critics and audiences for its humour, writing and great performances. Despite this, the movie ended up underperforming at the box office and it never got the sequel it deserved.</p>
<h2>The Nice Guys (2016)</h2>
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<p>This brilliant comedy about a stumbling private detective and a stoic enforcer set in the 1970s balanced noir with slapstick comedy thanks to its great writing and incredible chemistry between its two leads, Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe. The movie was a critical hit and garnered a cult following, but it ended up bombing at the box office and the planned sequel was dropped.</p>
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Discover six movie gems that, despite acclaim and dedicated fans, remain in limbo, never fully realising the success their potential promised.

Some movies don't just tell a great story. They leave the audience wanting more. These movies set the stage to build on it, be it through great world-building, amazing characters or hints at larger and more interesting plots in the background. But whether it was poor marketing, being ahead of their time or simply not connecting with the audience when they were released, these movies did not do well enough at the box office and never got the chance to continue to explore the interesting world they set up. So let's take a look at six movies that, despite having critical acclaim and a cult following, never got the chance to live up to their obvious potential and got left in limbo. Also Read: One and Done: Short-lived TV series that became cult hits Here are six great Hollywood movies that deserve a sequel. Dredd (2012) Dredd (2012) Photograph: (X/RelianceEnt) This adaptation of the Judge Dredd comics came out just when the superhero genre was hitting its stride. The movie is a brilliant homage to the comics and captures the dark and gritty tone of the source material. This was backed up by well-choreographed and stylish action set pieces, and a terrific performance by Karl Urban was critically praised at the time of release, but it underperformed at the box office and hopes for a sequel were squashed. RocknRolla (2008) RocknRolla (2008) Photograph: (X/wbpictures) This crime comedy had all the chaos and swagger fans expected from a Guy Ritchie movie, along with sharp writing and a plot that gets you guessing with its twists and turns, including an ensemble star cast. The movie even teased a sequel in its climax but alas, the movie bombed at the box office, and despite the director's and fans' enthusiasm, a sequel never materialised. Also Read: Casting close calls: Last-minute castings that made movie history Rise of the Guardians (2012) Rise of the Guardians (2012) Photograph: (X/DreamWorks) This animated movie based on the books by William Joyce followed the adventures of Santa Claus, the Tooth Fairy, the Easter Bunny, the Sandman and Jack Frost as they try and stop the evil Pitch Black from engulfing the world in darkness. The movie had a great voice cast, was a commercial and critical hit, and had all the potential to be a beloved franchise, but a sequel never got made. Also Read: Dead inside from the office grind?: These 6 movies movies are the cure Master and Commander (2003) Master and Commander (2003) Photograph: (X/20thcentury) The movie was based on the books by Patrick O'Brian and was critically acclaimed at the time of its release. The movie had an amazing cast led by a great performance from Russell Crowe and showcased the beauty and constant danger of early sea voyages. Unfortunately, it failed at the box office, and this led the studio to drop plans for a sequel. Dungeons & Dragons: Honour Among Thieves (2023) Dungeons & Dragons: Honour Among Thieves (2023) Photograph: (X/ParamountPics) The movie has a fun adventure set in the rich and fantastical world of the beloved tabletop game and received praise from critics and audiences for its humour, writing and great performances. Despite this, the movie ended up underperforming at the box office and it never got the sequel it deserved. The Nice Guys (2016) The Nice Guys (2016) Photograph: (X/wbpictures) This brilliant comedy about a stumbling private detective and a stoic enforcer set in the 1970s balanced noir with slapstick comedy thanks to its great writing and incredible chemistry between its two leads, Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe. The movie was a critical hit and garnered a cult following, but it ended up bombing at the box office and the planned sequel was dropped. Also Read: From must-watch to mess: TV shows that fell apart after season one

<p>Sunny Deol has confirmed that <em>Jaat 2,</em> a sequel to his recently released mass action movie <em>Jaat</em>, is in the works with Gopichand Malineni returning to direct. <em>Jaat</em> has grossed over ₹70.4 crores ($8.2 million) worldwide despite mixed reviews.</p>
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<p>Sunny Deol shared the news via Instagram and posted a poster for the movie along with the caption: "#Jaat on to a New Mission! #Jaat2".</p>
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<h2>Jaat regains momentum at the box office</h2>
<p>The movie, produced by Mythri Movie Makers, has a reported budget of ₹100 crores ($11.6 million) and has regained some of its box office momentum despite stiff competition from Ajith's Good Bad and Ugly, which has grossed over ₹180 crores ($21.4 million) worldwide.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/JAAT?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#JAAT</a> enters its blockbuster second week ❤&zwj;🔥<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/JAAT?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#JAAT</a> KA POWER - collects 70.4 CRORES+ DOMESTIC GBOC in 7 days 💥💥<br><br>Book your tickets for the MASS FEAST now!<br>▶️ <a href="https://t.co/sQCbjZ51Z6">https://t.co/sQCbjZ51Z6</a><br><br>Starring Action Superstar <a href="https://twitter.com/iamsunnydeol?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@iamsunnydeol</a><br>Directed by <a href="https://twitter.com/megopichand?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@megopichand</a><br>Produced by <a href="https://twitter.com/MythriOfficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MythriOfficial</a>&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/QizuMJg5mt">pic.twitter.com/QizuMJg5mt</a></p>
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<p>Jaat is the first Bollywood film directed by Telugu director Gopichand Malineni, known for movies like <em>Crack, Don Seenu, Winner</em>, and <em>Bodyguard</em>. In the movie, Sunny Deol plays the role of Baldev Pratap Singh, who comes to the aid of a small village being terrorised by a local crime lord, Muthuvel Karikalan, played by Randeep Hooda.</p>
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<h2>A star-studded supporting cast</h2>
<p>The cinematography for the film is helmed by Rishi Punjabi, editing by National Award winner Naveen Nooli, and music composed by National Award winner Thaman S. The supporting cast of the movie includes Saiyami Kher, Regina Cassandra, Jagapathi Babu, Ramya Krishnan, and Vineet Kumar Singh.</p>
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Sunny Deol has confirmed that Jaat 2, a sequel to his recently released mass action movie Jaat, is in the works with Gopichand Malineni returning to direct.

Sunny Deol has confirmed that Jaat 2, a sequel to his recently released mass action movie Jaat, is in the works with Gopichand Malineni returning to direct. Jaat has grossed over ₹70.4 crores ($8.2 million) worldwide despite mixed reviews. Also Read: Sunny Deol’s Jaat called out by Punjabi-Christian community. Decoding the controversial Church scene Sunny Deol shared the news via Instagram and posted a poster for the movie along with the caption: "#Jaat on to a New Mission! #Jaat2". View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sunny Deol (@iamsunnydeol) Jaat regains momentum at the box office The movie, produced by Mythri Movie Makers, has a reported budget of ₹100 crores ($11.6 million) and has regained some of its box office momentum despite stiff competition from Ajith's Good Bad and Ugly, which has grossed over ₹180 crores ($21.4 million) worldwide. #JAAT enters its blockbuster second week ❤‍🔥#JAAT KA POWER - collects 70.4 CRORES+ DOMESTIC GBOC in 7 days 💥💥 Book your tickets for the MASS FEAST now! ▶️ https://t.co/sQCbjZ51Z6 Starring Action Superstar @iamsunnydeol Directed by @megopichand Produced by @MythriOfficial… pic.twitter.com/QizuMJg5mt — Mythri Movie Makers (@MythriOfficial) April 17, 2025 Also Read: Actor Shine Tom Chacko faces formal complaint from Vincy Aloshious over drug allegations Jaat is the first Bollywood film directed by Telugu director Gopichand Malineni, known for movies like Crack, Don Seenu, Winner, and Bodyguard. In the movie, Sunny Deol plays the role of Baldev Pratap Singh, who comes to the aid of a small village being terrorised by a local crime lord, Muthuvel Karikalan, played by Randeep Hooda. Also Read: Anora star Mikey Madison turns down role in Ryan Gosling's Star Wars movie A star-studded supporting cast The cinematography for the film is helmed by Rishi Punjabi, editing by National Award winner Naveen Nooli, and music composed by National Award winner Thaman S. The supporting cast of the movie includes Saiyami Kher, Regina Cassandra, Jagapathi Babu, Ramya Krishnan, and Vineet Kumar Singh. Also Read: Ajith's Good Bad Ugly overtakes Salman Khan's Sikandar at the box office with Rs 1800 million global haul

Sunny Deol confirms Jaat 2 with director Gopichand Malineni as movie crosses Rs 700 million worldwide

<p>Actress Mikey Madison, who won the Oscar for Best Actress for her role in <em>Anora</em> at the 2025 Academy Awards, has reportedly turned down a leading role in Ryan Gosling and director Shawn Levy's upcoming Star Wars movie. The project was first announced in 2022.</p>
<p>According to a report by <em>Variety</em>, Madison was offered a role in the movie but the actress declined the offer. The film is reported to go into production soon and has recently added <em>Killing Eve </em>actress Jodie Comer to its cast.</p>
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<h2>A standalone Star Wars story&nbsp;</h2>
<p>The movie is reported to be a standalone entry in the Star Wars universe and will have a more modest budget compared to the other entries in the franchise.</p>
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<p>A recent leak claimed that the film will be set before the events of <em>Star Wars: A New Hope</em> and will feature Ryan Gosling as a Jedi Master mentoring a young Padawan while on the run from the Empire. There is also speculation that the movie will mark the live-action debut of Cameron Monaghan&rsquo;s character, Cal Kestis.</p>
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<h2>Cal Kestis rumoured for live-action debut</h2>
<p>Cal Kestis is a Jedi Knight from the popular <em>Jedi Survivor</em> video games and is reportedly set to appear in an upcoming live-action Disney+ series. However, it is currently unknown if the show will adapt the plot of the games or follow an original story.</p>
<p>As for Ryan Gosling&rsquo;s project, Levy is co-writing the movie with Jonathan Tropper. The film does not yet have an official release date.</p>
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Mikey Madison, star of the Oscar-winning Anora, has reportedly turned down a leading role in Ryan Gosling and director Shawn Levy's upcoming Star Wars movie.

Actress Mikey Madison, who won the Oscar for Best Actress for her role in Anora at the 2025 Academy Awards, has reportedly turned down a leading role in Ryan Gosling and director Shawn Levy's upcoming Star Wars movie. The project was first announced in 2022. According to a report by Variety, Madison was offered a role in the movie but the actress declined the offer. The film is reported to go into production soon and has recently added Killing Eve actress Jodie Comer to its cast. Also Read: Killing Eve star Jodie Comer in talks to join Ryan Gosling's Star Wars movie A standalone Star Wars story The movie is reported to be a standalone entry in the Star Wars universe and will have a more modest budget compared to the other entries in the franchise. Also Read: Andor showrunner credits Pedro Pascal's The Mandalorian for getting the show off the ground A recent leak claimed that the film will be set before the events of Star Wars: A New Hope and will feature Ryan Gosling as a Jedi Master mentoring a young Padawan while on the run from the Empire. There is also speculation that the movie will mark the live-action debut of Cameron Monaghan’s character, Cal Kestis. Also Read: Leaked: Plot details emerge for Ryan Gosling's Star Wars movie with Shawn Levy Cal Kestis rumoured for live-action debut Cal Kestis is a Jedi Knight from the popular Jedi Survivor video games and is reportedly set to appear in an upcoming live-action Disney+ series. However, it is currently unknown if the show will adapt the plot of the games or follow an original story. As for Ryan Gosling’s project, Levy is co-writing the movie with Jonathan Tropper. The film does not yet have an official release date. Also Read: Citadel: Amazon cancels Varun Dhawan and Samantha Ruth Prabhu's spy thriller Honey Bunny

Anora star Mikey Madison turns down role in Ryan Gosling's Star Wars movie

<p>Malayalam actress Vincy Aloshious, who recently made headlines after she alleged in an Instagram video that actor Shine Tom Chacko used drugs on the sets of their upcoming film <em>Soothravakyam</em>, has now filed a formal complaint against the actor.</p>
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<p>Vincy Aloshious is known for her roles in Nayika <em>Nayakan, Vikruthi</em> and <em>Rekha</em>, for which she won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress and the Filmfare Award for Best Actress &ndash; Malayalam. Shine Tom Chacko is known for his performances in movies like <em>Kannur Squad, Beast</em>, and <em>Good Bad Ugly</em>.</p>
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<h2>Complaint filed with film bodies</h2>
<p>According to a report by <em>Twenty Four News</em>, the actress has filed complaints with various Malayalam film bodies, including the Kerala Film Chamber's Internal Complaints Committee and the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA).</p>
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<p>While the actress did not name Shine Tom Chacko in her Instagram video, her formal complaint does. In the email filed with AMMA, Vincy states that Shine Tom Chacko misbehaved while filming and appeared to be under the influence. She also claims to have seen the actor spitting out a white powdery substance on set.</p>
<h2>Shine Tom Chacko's previous controversies</h2>
<p>This is not the first time Shine Tom Chacko has been involved in a drug-related controversy. In January 2015, the actor, along with four women, was arrested for allegedly possessing narcotics. A case under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act was registered against him, but he was acquitted of all charges in 2025.</p>
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<p>AMMA has formed a three-member committee to look into the allegations, and the Excise Department of Kochi has begun a preliminary inquiry. However, they have clarified that a formal case will only be registered if the actress files a written complaint.</p>
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Malayalam actress Vincy Aloshious has filed a formal complaint against her co-star Shine Tom Chacko for alleged drug use and misbehaviour on the sets of Soothravakyam.

Malayalam actress Vincy Aloshious, who recently made headlines after she alleged in an Instagram video that actor Shine Tom Chacko used drugs on the sets of their upcoming film Soothravakyam, has now filed a formal complaint against the actor. Also Read: Ajith's Good Bad Ugly overtakes Salman Khan's Sikandar at the box office with Rs 1800 million global haul Vincy Aloshious is known for her roles in Nayika Nayakan, Vikruthi and Rekha, for which she won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress and the Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Malayalam. Shine Tom Chacko is known for his performances in movies like Kannur Squad, Beast, and Good Bad Ugly. View this post on Instagram A post shared by vincy_sony_aloshious (@iam_win.c) Complaint filed with film bodies According to a report by Twenty Four News, the actress has filed complaints with various Malayalam film bodies, including the Kerala Film Chamber's Internal Complaints Committee and the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA). Also Read: The Sixth Sense actor Haley Joel Osment arrested for public intoxication While the actress did not name Shine Tom Chacko in her Instagram video, her formal complaint does. In the email filed with AMMA, Vincy states that Shine Tom Chacko misbehaved while filming and appeared to be under the influence. She also claims to have seen the actor spitting out a white powdery substance on set. Shine Tom Chacko's previous controversies This is not the first time Shine Tom Chacko has been involved in a drug-related controversy. In January 2015, the actor, along with four women, was arrested for allegedly possessing narcotics. A case under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act was registered against him, but he was acquitted of all charges in 2025. Also Read: Sunny Deol’s Jaat called out by Punjabi-Christian community. Decoding the controversial Church scene AMMA has formed a three-member committee to look into the allegations, and the Excise Department of Kochi has begun a preliminary inquiry. However, they have clarified that a formal case will only be registered if the actress files a written complaint. Also Read: Citadel: Amazon cancels Varun Dhawan and Samantha Ruth Prabhu's spy thriller Honey Bunny

Actor Shine Tom Chacko faces formal complaint from Vincy Aloshious over drug allegations

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