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Newsweek
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
'Street Fighter' Adaptation Officially Casts 50 Cent, Jason Momoa, More
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors After countless rumors and much speculation, multiple cast members have been confirmed for the highly anticipated film adaptation of the iconic video game franchise "Street Fighter." More Entertainment: 'Ironheart' Early Reviews Are Overwhelmingly One-Sided According to Borys Kit of The Hollywood Reporter, seven actors have been cast in the upcoming film that will be directed by Kitao Sakuri, ranging from well-known musicians like Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson to A-List action stars like Jason Momoa. Here is everyone confirmed to be cast in the film adaptation of "Street Fighter" so far and who they will be playing. ATLANTA, GEORGIA - AUGUST 25: Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson speaks onstage during Day 3 of the 2024 Invest Fest at Georgia World Congress Center on August 25, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. ATLANTA, GEORGIA - AUGUST 25: Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson speaks onstage during Day 3 of the 2024 Invest Fest at Georgia World Congress Center on August 25, 2024 in Atlanta, "50 Cent" Jackson – Balrog Curtis Jackson, more well-known by his moniker 50 Cent, is an actor and Grammy Award-winning rapper who has starred in films like "Get Rich or Die Tryin'" and founded the production company G-Unit Films and Television Inc. Jackson is signed on to play Balrog, a former boxing champion and prize fighter who became the chief enforcer for the film's villain, M. Bison. Jason Momoa – Blanka Jason Momoa is a beloved actor well-known for his performances in blockbuster franchises like "Game of Thrones," "Aquaman," and "Fast & Furious." More Entertainment: 'Spaceballs 2' - Everything We Know So Far Momoa will be playing Blanka, a man-beast from the Amazon Rainforest with green skin that can charge electricity through his body. Joe Anoa'i (Roman Reigns) – Akuma Most well-known as Roman Reigns, Joe Anoa'i is one of the most dominant professional wrestlers in WWE history, having held the Universal Championship for 1,316 days. He is largely considered one of the best modern pro wrestlers. Because of this, it is only fitting that Anoa'i play Akuma, a deadly and fierce warrior dedicated to finding a worthy opponent. Andrew Koji – Ryu Andrew Koji is most well-known for playing Ah Sahm in the Cinemax series "Warrior" as well as Storm Shadow in "Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins" and Yuichi "The Father" Kimura in "Bullet Train." Koji will be taking on the lead role of Ryu, one of the most iconic characters in video game history. Noah Centineo – Ken Noah Centineo began his career on the Disney Channel sitcoms "Austin & Ally" and "Shake It Up." Now, he is most well-known for his performances in "To All the Boys I've Loved Before" and "Black Adam." More Entertainment: Tobey Maguire 'Spider-Man' Trilogy Re-Releasing in Theaters Centineo will be playing Ken Masters, Ryu's arrogant friend/rival from the United States of America. Callina Liang – Chun-Li Callina Liang is an actor most well-known for her performances in Steven Soderbergh's "Presence," "Bad Genius" and "Tell Me Everything." Liang will be playing video game icon Chun-Li, an Interpol agent who is looking to stop Shadaloo, M. Bison's organization, and get revenge for her father. Orville Peck – Vega The second musician in the cast, Orville Peck is a country musician most well-known for wearing a mask and not showing his face in public. This makes him the perfect choice to play Vega, a masked Spaniard obsessed with beauty who fights with a metal claw and a combination of ninjutsu and bullfighting techniques. More Entertainment: 'Lilo & Stitch 2' Already On the Way from Disney Arnold Schwarzenegger Chooses the Worst 'Terminator' Movie For more film and entertainment news, head on over to Newsweek Entertainment.
See - Sada Elbalad
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
50 Cent to Headline Morocco's Mawazine Festival 2025
Yara Sameh The annual Mawazine Festival in Rabat, Morocco will feature several high-profile artists for its June 2025 edition, including the iconic American rapper Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson. Running from June 20 to 28, the festival—held under the High Patronage of HM King Mohammed VI—will take over Rabat and neighboring Salé, offering fans nine days of live music from across the globe. Organizers from Maroc Cultures announced the initial lineup on social media, promising a 'high-quality program filled with surprises.' 50 Cent will perform on June 21 at the OLM Souissi stage, a major venue known for hosting top international acts. The iconic rapper won't be the internationally renowned artist commanding the stage at this year's festival. Headliners for this edition include renowned artists such as Will Smith, Becky G, Kid Cudi, Wizkid, Salif Keita, Julian Marley, and the K-pop group aespa. The festival also highlights African artists such as Yemi Alade, Cheikh Lô, Etuk Ubong, and ElGrandeToto, reflecting the continent's rich musical heritage. With over 90% of concerts offering free access, Mawazine continues to promote cultural openness and accessibility to music for all. Arabic music will be highlighted with performances by Egyptian artists Sherine, Mohamed Hamaki, Ruby, Carmen Soliman, Tamer Ashour, Lebanese stars Wael Jassar, Ragheb Alama, and more. The Mawazine Festival is a major music event in Morocco, drawing large crowds and international attention to the country's music scene. The festival is known for bringing some of the biggest names in the industry every year, with acts like Mariah Carey, and Alicia Keys. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean News 3 Killed in Shooting Attack in Thailand
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Lionsgate & DirecTV Launch Lionsgate Collection Premium Channel
EXCLUSIVE: Lionsgate and DirecTV are firing up Lionsgate Collection, a premium channel for the latter's subscribers which will draw upon the studio's 20,000-plus title film and TV library. The channel will launch in the coming weeks providing DirecTV viewers access to such Lionsgate produced series as Weeds and Nurse Jackie in addition to movies like Now You See Me, The Expendables, and more. Lionsgate reported record annual library revenue of $956 million last month. It's these types of bespoke proprietary channels which allow the conglom to continue monetizing the library in new ways. More from Deadline Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson's Action Channel Launches In UK: "This Is Big - I've Got A Huge Audience Out Here" Glenn Close & Billy Porter Join Cast Of Lionsgate's 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise On The Reaping' - CineEurope Why 'Ballerina' Didn't Leap Into The Rafters With $25M Opening - Sunday AM Box Office Update 'Lionsgate is a powerhouse of bold storytelling and unforgettable entertainment, and this is a unique opportunity to work together on an exclusive curated channel that highlights the best titles in their vast collection,' said Amy Leifer, chief advertising sales officer at DirecTV. 'Together we have an extraordinary opportunity to connect brands with premium storytelling and passionate viewers in powerful new ways.' 'We're pleased to join with DirecTV in a first-of-its-kind partnership to launch Lionsgate Collection, a proprietary channel drawing upon our vast film & television library to deliver premium content across DirecTV's entire suite of platforms,' said Jim Packer, President of Lionsgate's Worldwide Television Distribution Group. 'By combining world-class content with DirecTV's advertising expertise and market clout, this is an important step forward in executing our strategy of unlocking the full value of our library with bespoke offerings that touch every part of the media ecosystem.' This collaboration with Lionsgate expands their relationship that started with launching a number of FAST channels like 50 Cent Action and MovieSphere. It also epitomizes DirecTV's FAST strategy of prioritizing quality, curation, and premium content that gives consumers access to unique entertainment programming and brands access to highly engaged audiences. At more than 125 FAST channels and counting, MyFree DirecTV curates the greatest hits of the fast-evolving and often-overwhelming world of FAST, offering premium content at no extra cost since its debut last Nov. 15. Best of Deadline 'Bachelor in Paradise' Cast Announcement: See Who Is Headed To The Beach For Season 10 2025 TV Series Renewals: Photo Gallery 2025 TV Cancellations: Photo Gallery
