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· Ryan General
Sony adjusts ‘Karate Kid’ movie release to follow ‘Cobra Kai’ finale
Sony has delayed the new “Karate Kid” movie to summer 2025 to have it premiere after the final season of “Cobra Kai.” Key points:
· Ryan General
Netflix’s ‘Cobra Kai’ Called Out for All-White Main Cast
“Cobra Kai” may have received wide acclaim for bringing back the beloved franchise “The Karate Kid,” but it is also being called out for its lack of Asian lead actors. Noticeably white: The new martial arts Netflix series has brought back many of the original films’ leading…
· Bryan Ke
‘Cobra Kai’ to Return to Netflix With Tamlyn Tomita, Yuji Okumoto
Tamlyn Tomita and Yuji Okumoto will return to reprise their roles as Kumiko and Chozen Toguchi, respectively, in Netflix’s “Cobra Kai” season 3, the show’s producers confirmed. Tomita and Okumoto will join Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso, William Zabka as Johnny Lawrence, Martin…
· Bryan Ke
Ralph Macchio defends ‘Karate Kid’ from ‘very white’ criticism
During a recent interview with Stellar Magazine, Ralph Macchio defended the classic 1984 film “The Karate Kid” from critics who have said that the movie has a “very white cast” and “that it didn't dive into the Asian story.” The film, which stars the late Noriyuki “Pat” Morita,…
· Ryan General
Kumail Nanjiani to play DC hero in upcoming series
Kumail Nanjiani, known for his roles in the HBO show “Silicon Valley” and Marvel Studios’ 2021 film “Eternals,” is reportedly set to play the time-traveling superhero Booster Gold in the upcoming DC Universe series, according to “Blue Beetle” star Xolo Maridueña. In the comics,…
· Bryan Ke
Netflix x ‘Roblox’ ‘Nextworld’ game enters early access
Netflix’s virtual theme park on “Roblox,” “Nextworld,” entered early access last week, giving fans the opportunity to interact with their favorite characters from the livestreaming platform’s shows. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Ralph Macchio, Jackie Chan to star in new ‘The Karate Kid’ film
Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan announced they are starring in a new “The Karate Kid” movie, and they are looking for an actor to play the titular role that the former portrayed in the original 1984 film. Big news: Macchio, 62, and Chan, 69, broke the announcement in a video…
· Daniel Anderson
Jason Scott Lee confirms cameo role in ‘Lilo and Stitch’ live-action remake
Jason Scott Lee, who voiced David Kawena in the 2002 animated “Lilo and Stitch” film, has confirmed his involvement in the upcoming live-action remake. The announcement: During an appearance on the “Kyle Meredith With…” podcast, Lee revealed that he will make an appearance as…
· Bryan Ke
Disney still searching for actor to play Lilo in upcoming live-action ‘Lilo and Stitch’
Walt Disney Studios is still searching for a young actor to play Lilo in its upcoming live-action adaptation of “Lilo and Stitch.” According to a casting call first shared in November 2022, Disney is looking for a “precocious Native Hawaiian girl who loves hula, surfing and…
· Daniel Anderson
BLACKPINK, BTS, Joji, Sandra Oh among nominees for 2023 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards
Stars of Asian and Pacific Islander (API) descent – such as BLACKPINK, BTS, Joji and Sandra Oh – are prominent nominees of this year’s Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards (KCAs). The annual awards ceremony, whose winners are determined by Nickelodeon fans and voters from around the…
· Grace Kim
Netflix’s ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ announces Azula, Gran Gran, Kyoshi actors
Netflix is slowly pulling together the cast of its upcoming live-action adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender.” The production announced five new additions, including the iconic roles of Princess Azula and Suki as well as a brand new character. Adding fuel to the fire:…
· Ryan General
Documentary on Iconic Actor Pat Morita Explores His Struggles With Depression
A new documentary on actor Pat Morita seeks to go beyond his iconic role in “The Karate Kid” franchise. “More Than Miyagi: The Pat Morita Story,” directed by Kevin Derek, features the life and career of the beloved Japanese American comedian and actor. Love Project Films has…