How big a fan are you of Jack Sparrow? Is your fandom crazy enough to build a chocolate statue of him? A chef from India, who has always been fascinated by the character which was played by Johnny Depp, has prepared a chocolate statue of Jack Sparrow. WION's Samarpita Das brings you more details.

The Jack Sparrow chocolate statue that won gold at India's culinary festival

For a terminally ill 11-year-old boy named Kori, Hollywood star Johnny Depp turned into a Santa and fulfilled his wish, days before Christmas. The actor dressed as his iconic character&nbsp;Captain Jack Sparrow and sent a beautiful, heartfelt message to his superfan, who has undergone two unsuccessful heart transplants but decided he did not want to face the ordeal of a third.

The doctors and his family, who hails from Derbyshire, do not know how long he will live. And, when Depp got to know about the same, he decided to do his best to one of Kori's last wishes, which was to speak to his idol Captain Jack Sparrow. The actor's response has won hearts across the internet.

Kori, who recently set up a YouTube channel called&nbsp;'Kraken the Box', shared a clip of&nbsp;Depp in his famous pirate gear.&nbsp;The video showed the actor sending a special message to Kori.

"I wish you the best of luck. I am your number one fan, Captain Kori. All the respect and love mate," said Depp. He also said that he would be encouraging his friends to follow Kori's channel.

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Kori's subscribers also include Hollywood star and wrestler Dwayne 'The Rock'&nbsp;Johnson.

Kori's mum Pixi revealed that Depp's&nbsp;message was&nbsp;arranged through the Make A Wish charity. And, that the was "amazing" and had lifted her son's spirits at a devastating time for the family.

Pixi also revealed that surgeons gave Kori, who was born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, a new heart in 2018 but his body rejected&nbsp;the organ. He then underwent a second transplant in January 2021&nbsp;but after a traumatic and painful procedure, his body again rejected&nbsp;the heart. Now, after long discussions with his parents and medical team, he has decided not to go through with another transplant.

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For a terminally ill 11-year-old boy named Kori, Hollywood star Johnny Depp turned into a Santa and fulfilled his wish, days before Christmas. The actor dressed as his iconic character Captain Jack Sparrow and sent a beautiful, heartfelt message to his superfan, who has undergone two unsuccessful heart transplants but decided he did not want to face the ordeal of a third.

For a terminally ill 11-year-old boy named Kori, Hollywood star Johnny Depp turned into a Santa and fulfilled his wish, days before Christmas. The actor dressed as his iconic character Captain Jack Sparrow and sent a beautiful, heartfelt message to his superfan, who has undergone two unsuccessful heart transplants but decided he did not want to face the ordeal of a third. The doctors and his family, who hails from Derbyshire, do not know how long he will live. And, when Depp got to know about the same, he decided to do his best to one of Kori's last wishes, which was to speak to his idol Captain Jack Sparrow. The actor's response has won hearts across the internet. Kori, who recently set up a YouTube channel called 'Kraken the Box', shared a clip of Depp in his famous pirate gear. The video showed the actor sending a special message to Kori. "I wish you the best of luck. I am your number one fan, Captain Kori. All the respect and love mate," said Depp. He also said that he would be encouraging his friends to follow Kori's channel. Also read: Stephen 'tWitch' Boss died by suicide, autopsy report confirms Kori's subscribers also include Hollywood star and wrestler Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson. Kori's mum Pixi revealed that Depp's message was arranged through the Make A Wish charity. And, that the was "amazing" and had lifted her son's spirits at a devastating time for the family. Pixi also revealed that surgeons gave Kori, who was born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, a new heart in 2018 but his body rejected the organ. He then underwent a second transplant in January 2021 but after a traumatic and painful procedure, his body again rejected the heart. Now, after long discussions with his parents and medical team, he has decided not to go through with another transplant. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Johnny Depp turns Jack Sparrow to send heartfelt message to terminally ill boy

Ever since <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-johnny-depp-focused-on-future-after-winning-trial-against-amber-heard-reports-492005">Johnny Depp</a> won the defamation case against his ex-wife Amber Heard, there have been reports, mostly unconfirmed, of him making a grand return to the movies, even franchises like 'Pirates of the Caribbean'.&nbsp;

Over the last couple of days, rumours<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/johnny-depp-to-return-as-captain-jack-sparrow-after-disney-offers-usd-301-million-deal-492086"> suggested</a> that he will reprise the role of Jack Sparrow in the uber-popular, multi-billion earning fantasy adventure film franchise.

But one of the actor's representatives denied the rumour while speaking to NBC News. "This is made up," they said.&nbsp;

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Earlier, reports had said that the actor had been offered $301 million to make a comeback and that Disney, the studio behind the franchise, had also apologised to the actor.&nbsp;

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Entertainment portal Poptopic.com quoted a Disney source who apparently said, "Disney is very interested in patching up their relationship with Johnny Depp. They reached out to the actor prior to his defamation trial against Amber Heard and asked whether he would be interested in returning for another 'Pirates' film or two."

But it was not to be. Disney fired Depp after Amber Heard, with whom Depp was married wrote an op-ed piece in the Washington Post, detailing her physical and mental abuse without naming Depp. It was that piece which led Depp to sue her for defamation. The verdict was favourable to Depp, who the jury promised $10 million in damages. Depp also stated that he will never work with Disney during the trial.

Depp first played Jack Sparrow in Gore Verbinski's 'Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl'. He reprised the role in four more films, helping the franchise gross upwards of $4.5 billion on a budget of $1.2-$1.3 billion. 
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Ever since Johnny Depp won the defamation case against his ex-wife Amber Heard, there have been reports, mostly unconfirmed, of him making a grand return to the movies, even franchises like 'Pirates of the Caribbean'.

Ever since Johnny Depp won the defamation case against his ex-wife Amber Heard, there have been reports, mostly unconfirmed, of him making a grand return to the movies, even franchises like 'Pirates of the Caribbean'. Over the last couple of days, rumours suggested that he will reprise the role of Jack Sparrow in the uber-popular, multi-billion earning fantasy adventure film franchise. But one of the actor's representatives denied the rumour while speaking to NBC News. "This is made up," they said. Also Read: 'Thor Love and Thunder': Chris Hemsworth signals the superhero's end with emotional new video. Watch Earlier, reports had said that the actor had been offered $301 million to make a comeback and that Disney, the studio behind the franchise, had also apologised to the actor. Entertainment portal Poptopic.com quoted a Disney source who apparently said, "Disney is very interested in patching up their relationship with Johnny Depp. They reached out to the actor prior to his defamation trial against Amber Heard and asked whether he would be interested in returning for another 'Pirates' film or two." But it was not to be. Disney fired Depp after Amber Heard, with whom Depp was married wrote an op-ed piece in the Washington Post, detailing her physical and mental abuse without naming Depp. It was that piece which led Depp to sue her for defamation. The verdict was favourable to Depp, who the jury promised $10 million in damages. Depp also stated that he will never work with Disney during the trial. Depp first played Jack Sparrow in Gore Verbinski's 'Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl'. He reprised the role in four more films, helping the franchise gross upwards of $4.5 billion on a budget of $1.2-$1.3 billion.

Johnny Depp's rep reveals the truth about his rumoured 'Pirates of the Caribbean' return

It's an end of an era. Johnny Depp will no longer be seen in any of 'Pirates Of The Carribean'&nbsp; films. The man, who made his character Jack Sparrow a cult figure, has been dropped from the next film by the makers.&nbsp; 
 
The news comes when Disney Studios is planning a major reboot for the franchise, reported &nbsp;dailymail.co.uk.

Depp, 55, was the major lead in five movies over the past 15 years.

The original script writer of the franchise, Stuart Beattie, was the first to publicly confirm that Disney Studios appears to be ditching the star as they rework the entire franchise.

Depp, who has been dogged by personal dramas over the past four years, saw his last outing as Jack Sparrow in 'Dead Men Tell No Tales', which became the lowest performing movie of the franchise.&nbsp;

Speaking to DailyMailTV at an event recently, Beattie confirmed on camera that the reboot meant that Depp was out as Sparrow.

Nodding when it was suggested that Depp was out, he said: "I think he`s had a great run. Obviously, he`s made that character his own and it`s become the character he`s most famous for now.

"And kids all over the world love him as that character. So I think it`s been great for him, it`s been great for us, so I`m just very, very happy about it."

Beattie feels no matter what Depp does next in his career, his Hollywood career high point will be defined by Sparrow and amassing more than $4 billion from the movies.

He said: "I think Jack Sparrow will be his legacy. It`s the only character he has played five times, it`s the character he dresses up in to visit children in hospitals, it`s what he`ll be remembered for."

It's an end of an era. Johnny Depp will no longer be seen in any of 'Pirates Of The Carribean' films. The man, who made his character Jack Sparrow a cult figure, has been dropped from the next film by the makers.

It's an end of an era. Johnny Depp will no longer be seen in any of 'Pirates Of The Carribean' films. The man, who made his character Jack Sparrow a cult figure, has been dropped from the next film by the makers. The news comes when Disney Studios is planning a major reboot for the franchise, reported dailymail.co.uk. Depp, 55, was the major lead in five movies over the past 15 years. The original script writer of the franchise, Stuart Beattie, was the first to publicly confirm that Disney Studios appears to be ditching the star as they rework the entire franchise. Depp, who has been dogged by personal dramas over the past four years, saw his last outing as Jack Sparrow in 'Dead Men Tell No Tales', which became the lowest performing movie of the franchise. Speaking to DailyMailTV at an event recently, Beattie confirmed on camera that the reboot meant that Depp was out as Sparrow. Nodding when it was suggested that Depp was out, he said: "I think he`s had a great run. Obviously, he`s made that character his own and it`s become the character he`s most famous for now. "And kids all over the world love him as that character. So I think it`s been great for him, it`s been great for us, so I`m just very, very happy about it." Beattie feels no matter what Depp does next in his career, his Hollywood career high point will be defined by Sparrow and amassing more than $4 billion from the movies. He said: "I think Jack Sparrow will be his legacy. It`s the only character he has played five times, it`s the character he dresses up in to visit children in hospitals, it`s what he`ll be remembered for."

Goodbye Jack Sparrow? Johnny Depp ceases to be part of 'Pirates Of the Caribbean' franchise

Johnny Depp is back as Captain Jack Sparrow with Pirates Of The Caribbean: Salazar&rsquo;s Revenge, six years after his last outing. The film also marks the entry of Oscar winner, Javier Bardem, as the main antagonist, Captain Salazar. This film also marks the return of Orlando Bloom after missing out in the previous part. The film is directed by Norwegian director duo of Joachim R&oslash;nning and Espen Sandberg and is titled Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tale in US and Pirates Of The Caribbean: Salazar&rsquo;s Revenge in India and a few other countries.

What&rsquo;s It About

In order to free his father (Will Turner) from the curse, Henry Turner decides to hunt the &lsquo;Trident of Poseidon&rsquo; which most believe doesn&rsquo;t exist. Helping him in his voyage is Carina Smythe and Captain Jack Sparrow. On their trail are Captain Barbossa, British Navy and the army of the undead, headed by Captain Salazar, who has a score to settle with Captain Jack Sparrow.

What&rsquo;s Hot

You know there is something wrong with a film when you enjoy a new character&rsquo;s antics more than that of the iconic Captain Jack Sparrow. New entrant to the franchise, Javier Bardem as the undead Captain Salazar is the pick of the lot, closely followed by Geoffrey Rush&rsquo;s Captain Hector Barbossa.

There is something about Javier Bardem. Every time he appears on screen you are left awestruck, even if he&rsquo;s a mere spectator. He owns the screen the way very few can. The Spanish dialect he adapts for his character of the &lsquo;Pirate Killer&rsquo; is the film&rsquo;s highlight and speaks volumes about his talent. Of course his character is helped by some brilliant special effects.&nbsp;

Geoffrey Rush as Captain Barbossa, the main antagonist of the first part and since then an unlikely ally of Captain Jack Sparrow, is spot on. His character in this one feels like an extension of this month&rsquo;s initial release Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2&rsquo;s fan favourite Yondu.&nbsp;

Kaya Scodelario as Carina Smythe is breathtakingly beautiful and an able performer. She is very easy on eyes from the first scene till the last. If they are planning to reboot the film next then Brenton Thwaites as Will Turner&rsquo;s son Henry Turner is a good bet to take it forward.

Jack Sparrow&rsquo;s crew, toplined by Kevin McNally as Gibbs, provide ample amount of humour. In fact there were only a few good laughs in the film, one being &lsquo;the public execution&rsquo; scene.

Special Effects by Lucas Films is one of the best in recent times and may get the film an Oscar Nomination. Film has a high usage of background score and it helps in a big way, however, the iconic Jack Sparrow theme was underused.

Having said that, the film scores most in the cinematography department, for which we have Paul Cameron to thank. Besides that, there are fun action scenes, particularly the climax of the film which looks extremely beautiful and is bound to give you an adrenaline rush. In fact it saves the film from being a major disappointment.

What&rsquo;s Not

You know a ship is in danger if its Captain is incompetent. That&rsquo;s where lies the problem of this film. It breaks my heart to see the legendary Captain Jack Sparrow, played by Johnny Depp, becoming a caricature of itself. It felt like Depp was sleepwalking through the film. There was just no effort on his part. His half-hearted and disinterested performance makes the film a rather unpleasant watch. And it was not just his performance but the character he plays, too, had nothing to do in the film. His was probably the most unimportant and irrelevant character in the film even though he was made to be the main lead.

Even in earlier films, Jack Sparrow has always been this clumsy, goof ball but he always had a flair of smartness that helped him have the last laugh even against the biggest of his enemies. But here not once did he seem like a hero (except for a five minute flashback scene as Young Jack Sparrow), every damn time he is saved by either Henry Turner, Captain Barbossa or his own crew, and in fact the &lsquo;Trident Hunt&rsquo; in the film is headed by Carina Smythe. So what exactly was he doing in the film? I have absolutely no idea. His was a hollow, soul-less character and served no purpose whatsoever to the film&rsquo;s plotline. Captain Jack Sparrow had no relevance to the story at all. Period.

Storywise, the film had no novelty factor, with multiple sub-plots that tend to get confusing after a point. The pace was so slow at times, that even at an odd 129 minutes of its runtime, it might exhaust you.

What To Do

In my opinion Jack Sparrow shouldn&rsquo;t have returned as this was an insult to his legend. After watching the film, my reaction was similar to that of Henry Turner, when he sees Sparrow for the first time &ndash; disappointed. Watch the film solely for the majestic Javier Bardem and his performance as the undead Captain Salazar. In fact it won&rsquo;t be wrong to call the &lsquo;lifeless&rsquo; Captain Salazar, as the &lsquo;life&rsquo; of the film. I give it a generous 2.5 stars, half extra for Bardem and that well executed, resounding climax.

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<h3>Rating: 2.5 out of 5</h3>

Jack Sparrow's character has almost no relevance in the new film's narrative

Johnny Depp is back as Captain Jack Sparrow with Pirates Of The Caribbean: Salazar’s Revenge, six years after his last outing. The film also marks the entry of Oscar winner, Javier Bardem, as the main antagonist, Captain Salazar. This film also marks the return of Orlando Bloom after missing out in the previous part. The film is directed by Norwegian director duo of Joachim Rønning and Espen Sandberg and is titled Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tale in US and Pirates Of The Caribbean: Salazar’s Revenge in India and a few other countries. What’s It About In order to free his father (Will Turner) from the curse, Henry Turner decides to hunt the ‘Trident of Poseidon’ which most believe doesn’t exist. Helping him in his voyage is Carina Smythe and Captain Jack Sparrow. On their trail are Captain Barbossa, British Navy and the army of the undead, headed by Captain Salazar, who has a score to settle with Captain Jack Sparrow. What’s Hot You know there is something wrong with a film when you enjoy a new character’s antics more than that of the iconic Captain Jack Sparrow. New entrant to the franchise, Javier Bardem as the undead Captain Salazar is the pick of the lot, closely followed by Geoffrey Rush’s Captain Hector Barbossa. There is something about Javier Bardem. Every time he appears on screen you are left awestruck, even if he’s a mere spectator. He owns the screen the way very few can. The Spanish dialect he adapts for his character of the ‘Pirate Killer’ is the film’s highlight and speaks volumes about his talent. Of course his character is helped by some brilliant special effects. Geoffrey Rush as Captain Barbossa, the main antagonist of the first part and since then an unlikely ally of Captain Jack Sparrow, is spot on. His character in this one feels like an extension of this month’s initial release Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2’s fan favourite Yondu. Kaya Scodelario as Carina Smythe is breathtakingly beautiful and an able performer. She is very easy on eyes from the first scene till the last. If they are planning to reboot the film next then Brenton Thwaites as Will Turner’s son Henry Turner is a good bet to take it forward. Jack Sparrow’s crew, toplined by Kevin McNally as Gibbs, provide ample amount of humour. In fact there were only a few good laughs in the film, one being ‘the public execution’ scene. Special Effects by Lucas Films is one of the best in recent times and may get the film an Oscar Nomination. Film has a high usage of background score and it helps in a big way, however, the iconic Jack Sparrow theme was underused. Having said that, the film scores most in the cinematography department, for which we have Paul Cameron to thank. Besides that, there are fun action scenes, particularly the climax of the film which looks extremely beautiful and is bound to give you an adrenaline rush. In fact it saves the film from being a major disappointment. What’s Not You know a ship is in danger if its Captain is incompetent. That’s where lies the problem of this film. It breaks my heart to see the legendary Captain Jack Sparrow, played by Johnny Depp, becoming a caricature of itself. It felt like Depp was sleepwalking through the film. There was just no effort on his part. His half-hearted and disinterested performance makes the film a rather unpleasant watch. And it was not just his performance but the character he plays, too, had nothing to do in the film. His was probably the most unimportant and irrelevant character in the film even though he was made to be the main lead. Even in earlier films, Jack Sparrow has always been this clumsy, goof ball but he always had a flair of smartness that helped him have the last laugh even against the biggest of his enemies. But here not once did he seem like a hero (except for a five minute flashback scene as Young Jack Sparrow), every damn time he is saved by either Henry Turner, Captain Barbossa or his own crew, and in fact the ‘Trident Hunt’ in the film is headed by Carina Smythe. So what exactly was he doing in the film? I have absolutely no idea. His was a hollow, soul-less character and served no purpose whatsoever to the film’s plotline. Captain Jack Sparrow had no relevance to the story at all. Period. Storywise, the film had no novelty factor, with multiple sub-plots that tend to get confusing after a point. The pace was so slow at times, that even at an odd 129 minutes of its runtime, it might exhaust you. What To Do In my opinion Jack Sparrow shouldn’t have returned as this was an insult to his legend. After watching the film, my reaction was similar to that of Henry Turner, when he sees Sparrow for the first time – disappointed. Watch the film solely for the majestic Javier Bardem and his performance as the undead Captain Salazar. In fact it won’t be wrong to call the ‘lifeless’ Captain Salazar, as the ‘life’ of the film. I give it a generous 2.5 stars, half extra for Bardem and that well executed, resounding climax. Rating: 2.5 out of 5

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Goodbye Jack Sparrow? Johnny Depp ceases to be part of 'Pirates Of the Caribbean' franchise

Pirates Of The Caribbean 5 movie review: Johnny Depp?s fails to impress as Jack Sparrow but Javier Bardem breathes life into the film