<p><em>John Wick&nbsp;</em>has finally crossed the billion-dollar mark! The film franchise&nbsp;has crossed a major milestone after the Keanu Reeves-starrer&nbsp;<em>John Wick: Chapter 4 </em>was released in March. The Lionsgate-backed film&nbsp;surpassed the $1 billion mark at the worldwide box office with total collections of $1.011 billion. The franchise has a total&nbsp;of four films, including the latest one, which hit theatres on March 24.</p>

<h3>John Wick: Chapter 4: Box Office Earning</h3>

<p>The fourth film in the series became the highest-grossing film in the series. So far, the movie has collected over $425.8 million at the global box office. Not only this, but the film has also become the sixth-highest-grossing film of 2023.</p>

<p>For the unversed,&nbsp;the fourth and final instalment of the movie was one of the most expensive, with a $100 million price tag. Helmed by Chad Stahelski, <em>John Wick: Chapter 4 </em>starred Hiroyuki Sanada, Donnie Yen, Bill Skarsgard, Laurence Fishburne, Shamier Anderson, Lance Reddick, Rina Sawayama, Scott Adkins, and Ian McShane.</p>

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<p>Reacting to the big milestone, Lionsgate's&nbsp;Joe Drake told Deadline in a statement, "This milestone is a testament to the incredible work of Chad Stahelski and Keanu Reeves, alongside Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee, who have made it their mission to outdo themselves with each successive film in this franchise."</p>

<p>He added further, ''We could not be more grateful to global moviegoers for bringing us to this incredible achievement."</p>

<h3><strong>Box office earnings</strong></h3>

<p>Keanu Reeves-headed films&nbsp;became audience favourites with every new addition.&nbsp;The first film of the action franchise was released in 2014 and raked in $86.1 million. Chapter 2 earned $171.54 million, and the third <em>John Wick chapter, Parabellum,</em> earned $326.7 million.</p>

<h3>John Wick Chapter 5 in the making?</h3>

<p>While <em>John Wick: Chapter 4</em> has been considered the final film of the fan-favourite franchise, however, the rumours about the fifth movie are all over the place. If reports are anything to go by, Lionsgate Films is reportedly planning for the return of Keanu Reeves as John Wick in the franchise's fifth instalment.</p>

<p>In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Drake added, "There’s a will and there’s an openness. And you could certainly interpret that ending in different ways. We’re all going to take a tiny rest here and then scratch at ideas about whether there’s a credible way to get into five. But there’s no guarantee."&nbsp;</p>

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John Wick has finally crossed the billion-dollar mark! The film franchise has crossed a major milestone after the Keanu Reeves-starrer John Wick: Chapter 4 was released in March.

John Wick has finally crossed the billion-dollar mark! The film franchise has crossed a major milestone after the Keanu Reeves-starrer John Wick: Chapter 4 was released in March. The Lionsgate-backed film surpassed the $1 billion mark at the worldwide box office with total collections of $1.011 billion. The franchise has a total of four films, including the latest one, which hit theatres on March 24. John Wick: Chapter 4: Box Office Earning The fourth film in the series became the highest-grossing film in the series. So far, the movie has collected over $425.8 million at the global box office. Not only this, but the film has also become the sixth-highest-grossing film of 2023. For the unversed, the fourth and final instalment of the movie was one of the most expensive, with a $100 million price tag. Helmed by Chad Stahelski, John Wick: Chapter 4 starred Hiroyuki Sanada, Donnie Yen, Bill Skarsgard, Laurence Fishburne, Shamier Anderson, Lance Reddick, Rina Sawayama, Scott Adkins, and Ian McShane. Cate Blanchett reaches Cannes party barefoot to show solidarity with Iranian women| PICS Reacting to the big milestone, Lionsgate's Joe Drake told Deadline in a statement, "This milestone is a testament to the incredible work of Chad Stahelski and Keanu Reeves, alongside Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee, who have made it their mission to outdo themselves with each successive film in this franchise." He added further, ''We could not be more grateful to global moviegoers for bringing us to this incredible achievement." Box office earnings Keanu Reeves-headed films became audience favourites with every new addition. The first film of the action franchise was released in 2014 and raked in $86.1 million. Chapter 2 earned $171.54 million, and the third John Wick chapter, Parabellum, earned $326.7 million. John Wick Chapter 5 in the making? While John Wick: Chapter 4 has been considered the final film of the fan-favourite franchise, however, the rumours about the fifth movie are all over the place. If reports are anything to go by, Lionsgate Films is reportedly planning for the return of Keanu Reeves as John Wick in the franchise's fifth instalment. In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Drake added, "There’s a will and there’s an openness. And you could certainly interpret that ending in different ways. We’re all going to take a tiny rest here and then scratch at ideas about whether there’s a credible way to get into five. But there’s no guarantee." 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.

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<p>No one really knew anything about Priyanka Chopra's role in 'Matrix 4' until the film's Korean poster came out. And, we are so thrilled to learn about the character she's got to play in this &nbsp;popular franchise!</p>

<p><br />
The Instagram page of Warner Brothers Korea has confirmed what fans have speculated all along: Priyanka Chopra is Sati in Keanu Reeves' 'Matrix Resurrections', popularly known as 'Matrix 4', as they released the film's Korean poster today.</p>

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<p><br />
It so happened that on Monday, Warner Brothers Korea took to their Instagram handle and shared the Korean solo posters of the characters from 'The Matrix Resurrections'. While most of the image remained unchanged, some of the text seemed to have undergone some changes.</p>

<p><br />
In Priyanka Chopra's solo shot, the film's title was written in local language, Priyanka's character name featured in red: Sati (사티). If that wasn't enough to confirm all those months of speculations, the caption also featured the hashtag Sati.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Thus, it is confirmed that Priyanka is indeed playing the grown-up avatar of Sati--who has been a prominent character in this trilogy--who sends franchise patriarch Keanu Reeves' Neo into the rabbit hole.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><br />
These theories started to gain popularity when 'The Matrix Resurrections' trailer was first released. Fans were certain that the whole 'Alice in Wonderland' undertone in the trailer was highly suggestive of Priyanka playing a bigger role in Neo's journey. Some thought she could very well be the new Oracle.&nbsp;</p>

<p><br />
In the poster, Priyanka Chopra can be seen in an interesting costume with her hair tied up in ‘space’ buns, thus adding fuel to those theories.&nbsp;</p>

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No one really knew anything about Priyanka Chopra's role in 'Matrix 4' until the film's Korean poster came out. And, we are so thrilled to learn about the character she's got to play in this popular franchise!

No one really knew anything about Priyanka Chopra's role in 'Matrix 4' until the film's Korean poster came out. And, we are so thrilled to learn about the character she's got to play in this popular franchise! The Instagram page of Warner Brothers Korea has confirmed what fans have speculated all along: Priyanka Chopra is Sati in Keanu Reeves' 'Matrix Resurrections', popularly known as 'Matrix 4', as they released the film's Korean poster today. Also read: Barbados declares Rihanna 'national hero' at republic ceremony: Watch It so happened that on Monday, Warner Brothers Korea took to their Instagram handle and shared the Korean solo posters of the characters from 'The Matrix Resurrections'. While most of the image remained unchanged, some of the text seemed to have undergone some changes. In Priyanka Chopra's solo shot, the film's title was written in local language, Priyanka's character name featured in red: Sati (사티). If that wasn't enough to confirm all those months of speculations, the caption also featured the hashtag Sati. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Warner Bros. Korea (@warnerbros.korea) × Thus, it is confirmed that Priyanka is indeed playing the grown-up avatar of Sati--who has been a prominent character in this trilogy--who sends franchise patriarch Keanu Reeves' Neo into the rabbit hole. Also read: Disney wanted to drop expletives from documentary, Beatles refused: Director These theories started to gain popularity when 'The Matrix Resurrections' trailer was first released. Fans were certain that the whole 'Alice in Wonderland' undertone in the trailer was highly suggestive of Priyanka playing a bigger role in Neo's journey. Some thought she could very well be the new Oracle. In the poster, Priyanka Chopra can be seen in an interesting costume with her hair tied up in ‘space’ buns, thus adding fuel to those theories. Also read: Comedian Murray Hill loses 'everything' in fire, receives overwhelming support

Revealed! Priyanka Chopra is Sati in 'Matrix 4', Korean poster of the film confirms

<p>Sci-fi franchise 'The Matrix' will return for a fourth film with Keanu Reeves reprising his role as kung fu-kicking, shades-wearing hero Neo, studio Warner Bros said Tuesday.<br />
<br />
Lana Wachowski will helm the project, returning to write, direct and produce the latest installment of the hugely popular series about humans trapped in a virtual reality by machines, which has netted more than $1.6 billion worldwide.<br />
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"We could not be more excited to be re-entering 'The Matrix' with Lana," studio chairman Toby Emmerich said in a statement sent to AFP.<br />
<br />
"Lana is a true visionary -- a singular and original creative filmmaker," he added.<br />
<br />
Lana and her sister Lilly -- who were formerly known as the Wachowski brothers, Andy and Larry, before switching gender -- directed the original trilogy.<br />
<br />
Warner Bros did not specify if the new film would be a direct sequel, saying only that it was "set in the world of 'The Matrix'," and did not give a release date.<br />
<br />
The original films followed a band of rebels who battled intelligent machines in a future where humans are enslaved within the Matrix -- a virtual reality that resembles the contemporary world.<br />
<br />
Reeves' Neo was a hero on a mission to save mankind.<br />
<br />
The dark fantasy featured a mix of pseudo-eastern philosophy and Western mythology, spectacular fight scenes and lavish special effects.<br />
<br />
"Many of the ideas Lilly and I explored 20 years ago about our reality are even more relevant now," said Lana Wachowski.<br />
<br />
"I'm very happy to have these characters back in my life and grateful for another chance to work with my brilliant friends."<br />
<br />
Carrie-Anne Moss will also return to her role as Trinity, the studio said Tuesday.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
The original film turns 20 this year, with special screenings planned in the US later this month.<br />
<br />
The third film in the series, 'The Matrix Revolutions'&nbsp;(2003), was the first film to be released simultaneously around the world at the same hour.<br />
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Sci-fi franchise 'The Matrix' will return for a fourth film with Keanu Reeves reprising his role as kung fu-kicking, shades-wearing hero Neo, studio Warner Bros said Tuesday.

Sci-fi franchise 'The Matrix' will return for a fourth film with Keanu Reeves reprising his role as kung fu-kicking, shades-wearing hero Neo, studio Warner Bros said Tuesday. Lana Wachowski will helm the project, returning to write, direct and produce the latest installment of the hugely popular series about humans trapped in a virtual reality by machines, which has netted more than $1.6 billion worldwide. "We could not be more excited to be re-entering 'The Matrix' with Lana," studio chairman Toby Emmerich said in a statement sent to AFP. "Lana is a true visionary -- a singular and original creative filmmaker," he added. Lana and her sister Lilly -- who were formerly known as the Wachowski brothers, Andy and Larry, before switching gender -- directed the original trilogy. Warner Bros did not specify if the new film would be a direct sequel, saying only that it was "set in the world of 'The Matrix'," and did not give a release date. The original films followed a band of rebels who battled intelligent machines in a future where humans are enslaved within the Matrix -- a virtual reality that resembles the contemporary world. Reeves' Neo was a hero on a mission to save mankind. The dark fantasy featured a mix of pseudo-eastern philosophy and Western mythology, spectacular fight scenes and lavish special effects. "Many of the ideas Lilly and I explored 20 years ago about our reality are even more relevant now," said Lana Wachowski. "I'm very happy to have these characters back in my life and grateful for another chance to work with my brilliant friends." Carrie-Anne Moss will also return to her role as Trinity, the studio said Tuesday. The original film turns 20 this year, with special screenings planned in the US later this month. The third film in the series, 'The Matrix Revolutions' (2003), was the first film to be released simultaneously around the world at the same hour.

'Matrix 4' announced with Keanu Reeves to return as Neo