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Yahoo
3 days ago
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Jenna Bush Hager Plays Matchmaker for 2 Famous Actors—Live on Air
Jenna Bush Hager Plays Matchmaker for 2 Famous Actors—Live on Air originally appeared on Parade. Jenna Bush Hager played matchmaker when she tried to set up comedian Matt Rogers and actor Jonathan Groff on The Today Show. Rogers, 35, began his week-long stint as Bush Hager's guest host on Today With Jenna & Friends during the Monday, August 4, episode, where a clip of his and Bowen Yang's recent appearance on Hot Ones Versus was shared. During the game, Yang, 34, asked Rogers to name his "biggest current celebrity crush.' While Rogers had the option to eat a hot wing instead of answer the question, he instead chose to give his honest answer. 'Jonathan Groff, I've always been interested,' he said during the game. 'I think we should have a drink.' After the clip was shared, Rogers jokingly said, 'You can't elevate it like this because now it's gonna become a real thing." However, Bush Hager, 43, encouraged Rogers to "shoot your shot." She then pointed out that one of the most beloved couples in Hollywood started with someone making a public comment about being interested. 'Remember when Travis Kelce asked Taylor Swift out via a friendship bracelet?' she said. Parade Daily🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 'So you think this is the gay version of that?' Rogers quipped, which led Bush Hager to enthusiastically respond, "Yes!" Bush Hager then asked if Rogers had heard from Groff, 40, since the Hot Ones video dropped, though the podcast host said he was likely 'busy' with his leading role in the Broadway musical Just in Time. 'Don't do this, don't have him run out,' Rogers said as he jokingly looked around the studio. 'He needs vocal rest.' Groff may not have been waiting to surprise Rogers, though Bush Hager made it clear that he always has an open invitation on the show. 'I love setting people up, please let me do this,' she said. '[Jonathan], you're invited here anytime this week or next. It'd be so fun, I think you guys would be perfect together.' 'This is too much,' Rogers said before adding, 'I will say this, like I said on Hot Ones, I'm interested in a drink. I think it could be fun,' he said. 'But also, whatever. I can't be on television doing this. And the thing is, it's live. And that's why this is must-see TV.' Bush Hager made a final attempt to set the stars up by encouraging Groff to 'slide into' Rogers' DMs, though Rogers pointed out that the Hamilton star isn't on social media. Jenna Bush Hager Plays Matchmaker for 2 Famous Actors—Live on Air first appeared on Parade on Aug 4, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Aug 4, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
ABC News
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- ABC News
A Nice Indian Boy is a tender queer rom-com starring Deadpool's Karan Soni and Jonathan Groff
There's not a drop of cynicism to be found in A Nice Indian Boy, which puts a queer twist on rom-com tropes for a fun and ultra-romantic film with a surprising tenderness that sneaks up on you. What: An all-in rom-com about a gay Indian doctor opening up to love, executive produced by Mindy Kaling. Starring: Karan Soni, Jonathan Groff, Harish Patel, Zarna Garg Directed by: Roshan Sethi Where: In cinemas now Likely to make you feel: Giddy and ready for a big romantic gesture A soft-spoken, handsome gay doctor, Naveen (Karan Soni; Deadpool) is a romantic who longs for a Hindu wedding like his sister Arundhathi's (Sunita Mani), a grand, colourful celebration that opens the film. Sitting glum on the dancefloor's sidelines, he nods politely as aunties and uncles tell him he's next, while wondering what it would look like for him to bring home a nice Indian boy of his own. Where the siblings' parents (Zarna Garg, Harish Patel) continually prod Arundhathi to get married and have kids, they actively avoid discussing Naveen's love life. As he narrates, "They know I'm gay, they just haven't seen me be gay" — and he's decided that's the best way forward, rather than confront any awkwardness. This discomfort sits undisturbed for years. After the wedding, A Nice Indian Boy zips forward six years, with Naveen now in his early 30s and having avoided serious dating, therefore never having to introduce a man to his family. Until Jay (Jonathan Groff; Frozen, Hamilton) enters. He's a cute photographer who asks Naveen on a date after a series of serendipitous meetings, including during a moment of prayer at a Hindu temple. A free-spirited artist, Jay isn't exactly the model man to win Naveen's parents' approval, least of all because he's white — surely a non-negotiable for his status-anxious parents? But Jay is the film's unconventional Nice Indian Boy — an orphan raised by Indian parents. It's a slightly clunky backstory, but one that sits as awkwardly as Jay does in Indian culture, especially now that his adoptee parents are dead. Jay's cultural heritage is A Nice Indian Boy's most evident twist — on the surface, it's otherwise a fairly straightforward rom-com, with no pretence. There's the second-act fight, the grand romantic gesture, the sassy best friend (Peter S. Kim) and the sappy happy ending, all to tell a story about how love can cut through social mores and cultural expectations. They're well-worn tropes but done well, and there's something to be said for showing how familiar a queer man of colour's love story can be to audiences who rarely get to see them. But what makes A Nice Indian Boy more interesting — and surprisingly affecting — is Naveen's relationship to both his queerness and family. Unable to reconcile the two parts of him, he's self-defensively retreated from both, severing himself from his family and Jay. Despite their instant chemistry, the two are at odds. Jay is forthcoming, free and outgoing; Naveen is guarded and self-conscious, though sweet. Take their first date, a screening of Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ), a romantic Bollywood classic so beloved that it has played daily for 30 years in a Mumbai cinema. Swept away afterwards, Jay breaks out into song on the street while Naveen winces, arms folded — somewhat entranced, but not showing it at all. "I think a lot of people find Bollywood a little much," Jay says. "But I think it's because we're all a little embarrassed by the bigness of love." Naveen is one of those people, struggling to move their relationship forward, or sabotaging it in strange ways, like neglecting to tell his family that Jay is white before they meet. Eager to be let into their son's life, his parents try to be accommodating the best they can. "We think it's wonderful you're white," mum Megha deadpans. Other attempts to bridge the distance are wonderfully specific, well-studied jokes, such as the stoic dad, Archit, silently watching For The Love of DILFs. Connection is embarrassing and awkward, but everyone except Naveen is trying. In someone else, Naveen would be a frustrating character, but Karan Soni carries the weight of his clashing shame around sexuality and culture well. You might be frustrated by Naveen but you always understand him, thanks to Soni's vulnerable performance. He gestures towards darkness that the script doesn't spell out. That discomfort within himself is present in a slouched, self-defeated shoulder or a slight nervousness but, at the same time, that never bogs down the film's zippy pace — if anything, it makes you more invested in the promise of his classic rom-com happy-ever-after. And while Jay is perhaps a little too understanding and nice as a character, Groff glows with warmth, and the couple have a naturalness to their relationship. As Naveen's parents, Garg and Patel also make small moments, such as a cooking scene or even a smile, resonate as gestures of goodwill. Subtle choices from Sethi and veteran cinematographer Amy Vincent add depth, too. The film is bright and inviting as a whole, somewhat nondescript, but moments — a shift to steadicam after Jay and Naveen's first fight, the unresolved tension shaking the scene as Naveen tries to avoid talking further — show thoughtfulness. Overall, A Nice Indian Boy bleeds tenderness, which makes sense once you learn that Sethi is a queer Indian-American filmmaker (and doctor!) married to Soni, and that the two have been trying to get this film off the ground for years. Adapted from a 2014 play by the same name, A Nice Indian Boy only found funding when Groff, the film's sole white actor, signed on. It's a shame to think that this story might not have been made, and all the more clear why its romantic gestures and speeches (which throw back to DDLJ) have so much heft to them. Embracing tropes in full force, A Nice Indian Boy isn't embarrassed by its earnestness as Sethi and the film's cast run with the chance to tell this story, and give it their all. By the time Naveen does the same, you'll be completely enamoured too.
Daily Mail
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Netflix series could be saved six years on from axing
A legendary Netflix series could be saved as the lead star gave a promising update about a streaming comeback after meeting with the director - a full six years on from its controversial axing Psychological crime thriller Mindhunter hit the streaming service back in 2017 and went on to air 19 episodes across two seasons, before wrapping up in 2019. 'In the late 1970s two FBI agents expand criminal science by delving into the psychology of murder and getting uneasily close to all-too-real monsters,' the Netflix synopsis reads. The popular programme, created by Joe Penhall, stars the likes of Jonathan Groff, 40, Holt McCallany, 61, Anna Torv, 46, and Hannah Gross, 34. In a recent chat with CBR , Holt - who played Bill Tench in the series - has teased that it could indeed be making a return. He said: 'So look, you know, I had a meeting with David Fincher in his office a few months ago, and he said to me that there is a chance that it may come back as three two-hour movies, but I think it's just a chance. 'I know there are writers that are working, but you know, David has to be happy with scripts.' He added: 'And I felt very fortunate and privileged to have gotten to do that show at all. 'So I think that in terms of dates and logistics, it could all be worked out, but it has to do, you know, with David really having the time and the inclination and being happy, you know, with the material. 'And, you know, that's a big question mark.' It comes after Netflix fans were left furious back in April after it was claimed that Mindhunter wouldn't see another season because 'it's too expensive'. In an interview with Le Journal du Dimanche back in 2023, David previously asserted that there wouldn't be another season of the beloved show. He said: 'I'm very proud of the first two seasons. 'But it's a particularly expensive show, and in Netflix's eyes, we didn't attract a large enough audience to justify such an investment. 'I don't blame them; they took risks to launch the series, gave me the means to do what I dreamed of with Mank, and they allowed me to venture down new paths with The Killer. 'It's a chance to be able to work with people capable of daring. 'The day our desires are no longer the same, we will have to be honest about parting ways.' David's quote resurfaced on X recently and left some fans disappointed by the news. One commented: 'Y'all filmed in two rooms and a parking lot, where did the budget go.' 'One of the best series.' 'Sell it to Apple TV please I love that show.' 'This is why I stopped watching shows. All of them end up getting cancelled because they become too expensive.' 'Such a shame too, because it was one of the better things to come out of Netflix for a long while.' ''Didn't attract an audience' when it's literally one of the best Netflix show to have ever been made.' 'I knew this, I actually let go of my Netflix subscription when I realised it wasn't coming back. [Expletive] me off. One of the better crime shows I've watched.' Mindhunter is available to stream on Netflix now.
Daily Mail
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Legendary Netflix series could be SAVED as lead star gives promising update about comeback after meeting with director - six years on from controversial axing
A legendary Netflix series could be saved as the lead star gave a promising update about a streaming comeback after meeting with the director - a full six years on from its controversial axing Psychological crime thriller Mindhunter hit the streaming service back in 2017 and went on to air 19 episodes across two seasons, before wrapping up in 2019. 'In the late 1970s two FBI agents expand criminal science by delving into the psychology of murder and getting uneasily close to all-too-real monsters,' the Netflix synopsis reads. The popular programme, created by Joe Penhall, stars the likes of Jonathan Groff, 40, Holt McCallany, 61, Anna Torv, 46, and Hannah Gross, 34. In a recent chat with CBR, Holt - who played Bill Tench in the series - has teased that it could indeed be making a return. He said: 'So look, you know, I had a meeting with David Fincher in his office a few months ago, and he said to me that there is a chance that it may come back as three two-hour movies, but I think it's just a chance. Psychological crime thriller Mindhunter hit the streaming service back in 2017 and went on to air 19 episodes across two seasons, before wrapping up in 2019 Holt said: 'So look, you know, I had a meeting with David Fincher (pictured) in his office a few months ago, and he said to me that there is a chance that it may come back as three two-hour movies, but I think it's just a chance' 'I know there are writers that are working, but you know, David has to be happy with scripts.' He added: 'And I felt very fortunate and privileged to have gotten to do that show at all. 'I would love it if it were to return. 'I think, like I said, you know, he gave me a little bit of hope when I had that meeting with him, but the sun, the moon, and the stars would all have to align. 'The good news is that we're at Netflix with The Waterfront, and those movies would also be for Netflix. 'So I think that in terms of dates and logistics, it could all be worked out, but it has to do, you know, with David really having the time and the inclination and being happy, you know, with the material. 'And, you know, that's a big question mark.' It comes after Netflix fans were left furious back in April after it was claimed that Mindhunter wouldn't see another season because 'it's too expensive'. In an interview with Le Journal du Dimanche back in 2023, David previously asserted that there wouldn't be another season of the beloved show. He said: 'I'm very proud of the first two seasons. 'But it's a particularly expensive show, and in Netflix's eyes, we didn't attract a large enough audience to justify such an investment. 'I don't blame them; they took risks to launch the series, gave me the means to do what I dreamed of with Mank, and they allowed me to venture down new paths with The Killer. 'It's a chance to be able to work with people capable of daring. 'The day our desires are no longer the same, we will have to be honest about parting ways.' David's quote resurfaced on X recently and left some fans disappointed by the news. One commented: 'Y'all filmed in two rooms and a parking lot, where did the budget go.' David's quote resurfaced on X recently and left some fans disappointed by the news who took to social media to share their thoughts 'One of the best series.' 'Sell it to Apple TV please I love that show.' 'This is why I stopped watching shows. All of them end up getting cancelled because they become too expensive.' 'Such a shame too, because it was one of the better things to come out of Netflix for a long while.' ''Didn't attract an audience' when it's literally one of the best Netflix show to have ever been made.' 'I knew this, I actually let go of my Netflix subscription when I realised it wasn't coming back. S*** p***** me off. One of the better crime shows I've watched.' Mindhunter is available to stream on Netflix now.
Yahoo
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Quotes of the Week: Tonys, Resident Alien, Criminal Minds and More
It's grilling season, so we've cooked up another Quotes of the Week column. In the list below — which features our picks for TV's most memorable sound bites of the past seven days — you'll find nearly a dozen shows represented, including Next Gen NYC, The Snake, and Criminal Minds: Evolution. More from TVLine Quotes of the Week: I May Destroy You, Greenleaf, Yellowstone and More Quotes of the Week: Stargirl, Blindspot, Penny Dreadful, S.H.I.E.L.D. and More Quotes of the Week: The Twilight Zone, Search Party, Yellowstone and More Also featured in this week's roundup: Jimmy Kimmel comments on Trump's recent attendance at the Kennedy Center's production of Les Misérables, Stephen Colbert marks this moment in history and Dakota Johnson admits her Madame Web shortcomings in Hot Ones. Plus, we've got doubles doses of the 78th Annual Tony Awards, Resident Alien and Gordon Ramsay's Secret Service. Scroll through the list below to see all of our picks for the week, then hit the comments and tell us if we missed any of your faves! (With contributions from Nick Caruso, Matt Webb Mitovich, Kimberly Roots and Ryan Schwartz) 'The balcony's also the best and safest place to see Jonathan Groff sing… without getting spit on, if that's not your thing. So please welcome a man who makes everyone wet: From Just in Time, as Bobby Darrin, my friend, the incredible, Jonathan Groff.' Host Cynthia Erivo introduces a live performance in the cheekiest manner possible '… and if there are any queer people watching tonight, Happy Pride!' Best director winner Michael Arden knows his audience 'I think I deserve an Oscar for that performance…. I will push you in front of a moving truck to win $100,000.' Kethryn sheds no tears over faking tears while choosing the first elimination 'I'm sharing in the experience with you, and I'm no superhero. I feel it all the same.' 'I'm also not a superhero. Tried, failed.' Self-deprecating Dakota Johnson knows Madame Web wasn't up to snuff 'Could you help me check my body for any Grey trackers or inhibitors? This monkey body will not bend to let me see all of my nooks and crannies!' 'Keep your nooks to yourself!' A paranoid Harry (Alan Tudyk) strips down for Asta (Sara Tomko) and D'arcy (Alice Wetterlund), much to their major shock and dismay 'Don't you die on me! Not before I finish betraying you!' Harry (Tudyk) feels at least a little bit sad and guilty when Bruce (voiced by Jinkx Monsoon) meets his unfortunate end 'Let's do a guilt trip speed round, OK? Did you compromise SOAR, my gorgeous app I spent years building? Yeah. Did you plant kill kits all over the country, which forced me to go back to work at the FBI, completely trashing my self-care routine? Yeah. Did you absolutely funkify my workspace at Quantico — so hard, in fact, that I set off the fire alarm at the FBI twice trying to sage away your olfactory evils…?' 'Uh… yes, to all of that?' Garcia (Kirsten Vangsness) recaps Voit's not-so-greatest hits 'Now, as we speak, Trump has sent thousands of troops into downtown L.A. to quell what historians will remember as the Battle of That Video of a Burning Waymo Car They Kept Showing on Cable News.' 'There's more filler in that crab cake than in Simon Cowell's left cheek.' Gordon Ramsay fires a shot at Fox's previous reality-TV titan 'That crab was from Vietnam! And then we jump over to China to get the lump crab meat, via Ecuador for the shrimp. It's like the United Nations of Shellfish!' Gordon Ramsay marvels at the origins of the seafood from a restaurant sitting on Chesapeake Bay 'Brooks asked, 'How do you deal with the backlash?' I literally ignore it. When I see a hate comment, I don't even read it. I just delete them. I don't block them. That's going to lower my following count.' Gia, daughter of Real Housewives of New Jersey's Teresa Giudice, shares her secrets to living in the reality-TV limelight 'Trump going to see Les Misérables right now is like Kanye going to Fiddler on the Roof.' Best of TVLine Young Sheldon Easter Eggs: Every Nod to The Big Bang Theory (and Every Future Reveal) Across 7 Seasons Weirdest TV Crossovers: Always Sunny Meets Abbott, Family Guy vs. Simpsons, Nine-Nine Recruits New Girl and More ER Turns 30: See the Original County General Crew, Then and Now
