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Buzz Feed
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Gen Z AAPI Actors And Their Iconic Roles
Once again, I hope we're all having a wonderful AAPI Heritage Month. As you can probably tell, I'm having a grand ol' time celebrating all things Asian and Pacific Islander, and you should be, too. And what better way to celebrate Heritage Month than to take a look at some of the incredible young talent in Hollywood that our communities should be proud of. We have a long way to go when it comes to representation on screen, but these Gen Z actors are totally paving the way. Here's a look at some of the most iconic up-and-coming young AAPI actors in the industry right now, and where you might know them from. Be sure to keep an eye on them in the future. 1. Gordon Comier — Aang, Avatar: The Last Airbender Gordon's mother is of Filipino descent. 2. Maitreyi Ramakrishnan — Devi, Never Have I Ever Maitreyi is Sri Lankan Tamil. 3. KJ Apa — Archie Andrews, Riverdale KJ, which stands for Keneti James, is of Samoan descent on his father's side. His dad is also a matai or chief of his village in Samoa. 4. Auli'i Cravalho — Moana, Moana Auli'i is of Native Hawaiian, Chinese, Puerto Rican, Portuguese, and Irish descent. 5. Anna Cathcart — Kitty Song Covey, XO, Kitty Anna identifies as half Chinese and half Irish. 6. Aryan Simhadri — Grover Underwood, Percy Jackson and the Olympians Aryan is Indian American. 7. Iman Vellani — Kamala Khan, Ms. Marvel Iman is Sindhi Pakistani. 8. Dallas Liu — Zuko, ATLA Dallas is of Chinese descent. 9. Megan Suri — Aneesa, Never Have I Ever Megan is Punjabi Indian. 10. Ben Wang — Li Fong, Karate Kid: Legends Ben is of Chinese descent. 11. Ashley Liao — Clemensia Dovecote, The Hunger Games: Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes Ashley is Taiwanese. Check out more AAPI-centered content by exploring how BuzzFeed celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! Of course, the content doesn't end after May. Follow BuzzFeed's A*Pop on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube to keep up with our latest AAPI content year-round.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Why final battle in Anime Is almost never about the fight
Credits: SlashFilm In many beloved anime, the ending is far more about heart and story than about who throws the hardest punch. In fact, anime endings often serve as 'the crescendo of emotion, the culmination of journeys, and the punctuation mark on storytelling'. Creators frequently design final battles as a collision of feelings and beliefs. Masashi Kishimoto, the creator of Naruto , deliberately made Naruto's last duel with Sasuke 'about emotion, not flashy ninja powers'. He rejected bigger explosions in favor of a raw fistfight where two friends finally settle their complicated feelings. The final result is an emotional climax, rather than any other eye-catching fight scene. Beyond the physical fight: Emotions and ideals Final confrontations often reflect characters' innermost struggles and values. For example, in Avatar: The Last Airbender the ultimate fight between Aang and Fire Lord Ozai isn't just about bending elements—it's a moral test. Aang must 'confront his own inner demons and find a path to victory that doesn't compromise his values'. He faces a choice: avenge or forgive? The tension comes from his beliefs, not just his bending skills. Similarly, My Hero Academia treats its final war as 'not just a battle — it's the emotional conclusion of everything My Hero Academia has built'. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Deku's final attack in that climax is described as 'as much an emotional release' as it is destructive force. It's the weight of all Deku's growth and sacrifices that makes the scene powerful. Even when heroes face villains toe-to-toe, the stakes are often symbolic. In Cowboy Bebop , Spike Spiegel's last duel with his nemesis Vicious isn't scored by punches landed but by the confrontation with his own past. One analysis notes Spike's 'final confrontation with his past brings closure to his enigmatic character'. The fight isn't just physical; it's Spike finally coming to terms with old losses and regrets. In Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood , the Elric brothers' final battle ties up years of sacrifice and truth. They confront horrible secrets and learn that 'the bonds of brotherhood can overcome even the greatest of trials'. The winning moment is as much about understanding and unity as it is about defeating the villain. Iconic Showdowns that Tell a Story Credits: Sportskeeda Across anime history, many finales are remembered for their heart. In Naruto Shippuden , after years of fighting and friendship, Naruto and Sasuke end with both losing an arm – a symbolic choice by Kishimoto to highlight emotion over spectacle. The visual shock of the injury underlines the personal cost of their reconciliation. In Attack on Titan 's final season, the epic battle against the Rumbling gives way to a private moment between Armin and Eren. Their last conversation – two old friends finally explaining themselves – is deeply moving. It's even noted that this 'was the last conversation that both friends were going to have,' providing a painful but necessary closure. This scene isn't about any giant Titan blows; it's about understanding and forgiveness. Even in worlds of superpowers and magic, the true victory often lies in what is resolved. These finales 'transcend mere storytelling, offering profound insights into love, loss, and the human condition'. Whether it's a hero choosing peace over vengeance, friends reconciling, or the defeat of hatred itself, the final encounter amplifies the series' themes. Fans may remember the visual flashes of a battle, but they keep long in their hearts the tears, smiles, and revelations that come at the end. Ultimately, anime's last fights resonate because they conclude characters' journeys – not just by settling scores, but by settling souls. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Business Upturn
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
Avatar The Last Airbender Season 2: Release date speculation, cast and plot details – Everything we know so far
By Aman Shukla Published on May 21, 2025, 18:00 IST Last updated May 21, 2025, 11:06 IST The live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender took the world by storm with its debut season on Netflix, reintroducing fans to Aang's journey in a visually stunning format. After its massive success, Netflix confirmed that Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2 is on the way, alongside a third season to complete Aang's epic saga. Here's everything we know so far about Season 2, including release date speculation, cast updates, plot details, and what fans can expect from the next chapter. When Will Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2 Release on Netflix? While Netflix has not announced an official release date for Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2, speculation points to an early 2026 premiere. Filming for Season 2 wrapped in May 2025, with production for Season 3 already underway. Based on typical post-production timelines for high-budget series like this, which involve extensive visual effects, editing, and sound design, a release in early 2026 seems plausible. Some sources suggest a potential window between January and March 2026, though delays could push it to mid-2026. Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2 Expected Cast The core cast from Season 1 is expected to return, with Gordon Cormier reprising his role as Aang, the young Avatar destined to master all four elements. Alongside him, fans can anticipate the return of: Kiawentiio as Katara, the waterbender from the Southern Water Tribe Ian Ousley as Sokka, Katara's witty and strategic brother Dallas Liu as Prince Zuko, the conflicted Fire Nation prince Paul Sun-Hyung Lee as Uncle Iroh, Zuko's wise mentor Elizabeth Yu as Azula, Zuko's cunning sister Daniel Dae Kim as Fire Lord Ozai, the primary antagonist Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2 Potential Plot Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2 is expected to follow the storyline of the animated series' Book Two: Earth. Aang, now aware of his role as the Avatar, will continue his journey to master the four elements—water, earth, fire, and air—to defeat Fire Lord Ozai and restore balance to the world. Season 2 will likely focus on Aang's quest to learn earthbending, with Toph Beifong playing a central role as his teacher. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Geek Culture
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Culture
Paramount Delays The Last Airbender And Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Sequels
Fans hoping to catch The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender on the big screen will have to wait a little longer — Paramount Pictures has pushed the animated sequel's release from 30 January to 9 October 2026. The highly anticipated film will feature the voices of household names Dave Bautista, Steven Yeun, and Eric Nam. Picking up years after the original series, which followed then-12-year-old Aang — a long-lost Avatar who learned to master the elements and save the globe from the ruthless Fire Nation, the sequel promises to bring Aang's next adventure to life, with Lauren Montgomery in the director's chair. It's not the only shake-up on the calendar. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem 2 is also sliding back — originally set for 9 October 2026, your favourite green-shelled heroes will now return a year later on 17 September 2027. The sequel, produced by Point Grey Pictures and helmed by Jeff Rowe, will be joined by a two-season 'Tales of The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' series on Paramount+ to tide fans over. But it's not all doom and gloom — Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie is moving up, now set to hit theatres a week earlier, on 24 July 2026. The star-studded voice cast includes Jameela Jamil, Terry Crews, Paris Hilton, Snoop Dogg, Bill Nye, and more, with familiar pups Rubble, Zuma, and the gang ready for another dino-sized adventure. Everything changed when his parents bought him a PlayStation 2 for Christmas. Since then, he's been hooked on all things esports, video games, and music. If he's not livestreaming his shenanigans, he's probably out taking mirror-selfies with his friends, vigorously debating over the Internet's Meme of the Year.
Engadget
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Engadget
The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender gets hit with its second delay
When the world needed him most, he got delayed once again. Paramount Pictures announced the second delay for The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender , the upcoming movie that follows the journey of Aang and Team Avatar after the events of the beloved animated series that was released in 2005. Instead of January 30, 2026, the new film will make its way to movie theaters on October 9, 2026, as first reported by Variety . Paramount Pictures didn't provide a reason for the delay, but this setback follows a previous postponing that bumped it from its original release date on October 10, 2025. However, there are no changes to the already-announced cast and crew, which includes Dave Bautista, Steven Yuen and Eric Nam, with Lauren Montgomery and William Mata as co-directors. This delay could be good news, though. Paramount Pictures also revealed that it's pushing back the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem 2 sequel from its October 9, 2026 opening date to September 17, 2027. This move frees up the slot for The Legend of Aang to make a fall release, which could attract more attention than being premiered in January. To keep us from breaking out the pitchforks, the film studio at least revealed the new logo for the film on its Instagram. If you're itching for Avatar content, Netflix renewed its live-action version of Avatar: The Last Airbender for two more seasons, the next of which is expected to release in early 2026. If you're only interested in new material, the next avatar is expected to make her debut in 2027 in a series titled Avatar: Seven Havens .
