Sizzling Samachar of the Day

Salman Khan and Kamal Haasan team up for Atlee's next big action film

Episode Summary

First up, Bollywood is pulling out the big guns! Salman Khan and Kamal Haasan are teaming up for director Atlee’s next big action-packed blockbuster. Filming starts in January 2025, but the buzz behind the scenes is already on. Just imagine, Salman’s larger-than-life charisma paired with Kamal’s legendary talent—it’s going to be an explosive ride! Salman is also busy filming Sikandar for an Eid 2025 release. So can this killer duo live up to the hype? Only time will tell!

Episode Transcription

OTTplay Sizzling Samachar of the Day - 4th September 2024

Welcome to another episode of your daily entertainment news podcast, I'm your host Nikhil. Bollywood news up next 

Salman Khan and Kamal Haasan team up for Atlee's next big action filmFirst up, Bollywood is pulling out the big guns! Salman Khan and Kamal Haasan are teaming up  for director Atlee’s next big action-packed blockbuster. Filming starts in January 2025, but the  buzz behind the scenes is already on. Just imagine, Salman’s larger-than-life charisma paired  with Kamal’s legendary talent—it’s going to be an explosive ride! Salman is also busy filming  Sikandar for an Eid 2025 release. So can this killer duo live up to the hype? Only time will tell!

Phoebe Dynevor joins Zac Efron in A24's celebrity thriller 'Famous'

Things are heating up at A24! Phoebe Dynevor, fresh off her Bridgerton fame, is teaming up  with Zac Efron for a thriller that promises to take celebrity obsession to a whole new level. Efron  will be doing double duty, playing both a Hollywood star and his own crazed fan. Yes, you read  that right—things are going to get weird. With the story adapted from Blake Crouch’s bestselling  novel and Dynevor’s growing knack for thrillers, Famous is shaping up to be one wild ride!

Marvel and 'Ted Lasso' stars team up for alien road trip in 'Hello Out There'

Aliens, road trips, and Marvel magic—what’s not to love? Chloe Bennet and Phil Dunster are  hitting the open road in Hello Out There, a sci-fi thriller that’ll make you rethink your next New  Mexico getaway. Bennet plays a journalist diving into Area 51 secrets with her cousin Rex,  portrayed by Dunster. But trust me, this trip isn’t just about probing the unknown; it’s about  discovering more than what’s out there. Directed by Otis Blum, it’s part conspiracy, part road  trip, and all intrigue. No release date yet, but trust me, it’ll be worth the wait!

Kathy Bates brings a new twist to 'Matlock' in upcoming CBS legal drama

On to some courtroom drama, and we’ve got a classic reboot! The iconic Kathy Bates is  stepping into the role of Matlock in CBS’s fresh take on the legal drama. At 75, Bates is proving  that age is just a number as she transforms her “invisibility” into a legal superpower. The new  series, launching on September 22, 2024, promises sharp legal wit and some surprise verdicts.  Streaming on CBS and Paramount+, you can’t afford to miss this one!

Josh Brolin eyed for key role in James Gunn's DC Universe 'Lanterns' series

And in the world of superheroes, it looks like Josh Brolin could be heading over to the DC  Universe! Rumours are swirling that James Gunn and Peter Safran want Brolin to play Hal  Jordan in the upcoming Lanterns series. Think True Detective, but set in space with Green.

Season 2 of ‘The Recruit’ to have fewer episodes, new cast members announced

Next up, The Recruit fans, get ready for some changes! Season 2 is shaking things up with  Fewer episodes and new faces. Rumour has it the show could trim down to just six episodes, but  with the action moving to South Korea and plenty of internal CIA drama, it’s sure to pack a  punch. And with Teo Yoo joining as a crafty South Korean agent, things are going to get even  more interesting! Buckle up, this spy dramedy is just getting started!

Fahadh Faasil is poised to star in Imtiaz Ali's 10th directorial venture

Big news from Bollywood again! Fahadh Faasil is rumoured to be starring in Imtiaz Ali’s next  directorial venture. Ali’s known for his heartfelt love stories, and Fahadh’s acting prowess could  make this a match made in cinema heaven. Production kicks off in early 2025, so keep your  eyes peeled for what could be the next big Bollywood sensation!

Amy Adams embraces canine transformation in 'Nightbitch' trailer

Ever feel like you’re turning into your dog? Well, Amy Adams does—literally! The trailer for  Nightbitch is out, and it’s equal parts bizarre and brilliant. Adams plays a former artist who thinks  she’s morphing into a canine, delivering a hilarious yet creepy performance. The film, based on  Rachel Yoder’s novel, also stars Scoot McNairy and Zoë Chao. It’s set to premiere at TIFF and  hit theaters on December 6, 2024. Curious? So are we!

Ellen DeGeneres announces final stand-up special for Netflix

And finally, a grand exit from comedy royalty—Ellen DeGeneres is returning to Netflix for one  last stand-up special! Titled Ellen DeGeneres: For Your Approval, this is her big farewell to the  world of stand-up, and she’s taking on everything from post-showbiz life to the controversies  that have followed her. Mark your calendars for September 24, 2024, because this one’s going  to be unmissable!

Well that's all we got for this episode , until the next one it's your host Nikhil signing out.