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Glasgow Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Milkshake! Live On Holiday returning to Airdrie this summer
Milkshake! Live On Holiday will be performed at Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday, July 19 at 12pm and 3pm. The show is set to feature iconic characters such as Smurfette, Dora, Pip and Posy, Blue from Blue's Clues & You!, Milo, and Milkshake! Monkey. Read more: Major American pop star coming to OVO Hydro in Glasgow A Milkshake! presenter will lead children along the musical journey full of singing, dancing, and interactive experiences. Tickets cost £17.50 with concessions available for £16.50, and a family ticket for four at £64. A spokesperson said: "Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of Milkshake! Live On Holiday. "Book your tickets today and get ready for an unforgettable family outing!" For more information and to book tickets, call the box office team on 01698 274545 or visit the North Lanarkshire Council culture website.
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Jimmy Kimmel joins Rihanna, John Goodman in 'Smurfs'
Emmy-winning host and comedian Jimmy Kimmel is the latest star to lend his voice to 'Smurfs'. Kimmel, known for his long-running talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live!, brings his comedic voice talent to the ensemble. Emmy-winning host and comedian Jimmy Kimmel is the latest star to lend his voice to 'Smurfs'. Kimmel, known for his long-running talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live!, brings his comedic voice talent to the ensemble. His other animation credits include Paw Patrol: The Movie and The Boss Baby franchise. The live-action animated hybrid film features Rihanna as Smurfette, John Goodman as Papa Smurf, as well as James Corden, Nick Offerman, JP Karliak, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne , Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer , Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd, Xolo Mariduena, Kurt Russell and DJ Marshmello. However, Kimmel's role in 'Smurfs' remains unclear. 'Smurfs' follows Smurfette as she leads her tiny, blue-skinned kin into the real world to save Papa Smurf after he's mysteriously captured by evil wizards. The reboot is directed by Chris Miller, whose credits include "Shrek the Third" and "Puss in Boots." Pam Brady wrote the script, based on the comics created by the Belgian artist known as Peyo, reported Variety. Kimmel has hosted the late night show Jimmy Kimmel Live' for over two decades and also serves as the host of 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Her body cannot endure this level of pain; please help her. Donate For Health Learn More Undo He's also voiced characters in 'Paw Patrol the Movie', 'The Boss Baby' and 'The Boss Baby: Family Business.' In this new, high-energy take on the classic franchise, the Smurfs are bigger, bolder, and bluer than ever before, bursting from their magical world into ours on an epic rescue mission. When Papa Smurf (voiced by John Goodman) is mysteriously kidnapped by evil wizards Razamel and Gargamel, it's up to Smurfette (voiced by global superstar Rihanna) to lead the charge into the real world to bring him back--and save the universe in the process, as per the press release. The film opens in theatres on July 18. 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 .
Black America Web
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Rihanna (Kind Of) Returns To Music With New ‘Smurfs' Song
Source: Taylor Hill / Getty Rihanna fans, rejoice! The wait for new music is finally over (kind of). The music icon and Fenty mogul is lending her voice and vocals to the upcoming Smurfs animated film, and with it comes a brand-new track. Read more and catch the latest trailer inside. As revealed in the newly released trailer, Rihanna stars as Smurfette in the upcoming Smurfs movie, leading an all-star cast that includes John Goodman, James Corden, Sandra Oh, Nick Offerman, and more. The film follows the Smurf Village gang as they travel to the human world to rescue Papa Smurf from the clutches of the villainous Gargamel, voiced by J.P. Karliak. In a delightfully meta teaser, Rihanna is seen donning a blue jacket and blue beads as she records Smurfette's dialogue. She effortlessly blends into the Smurf universe while giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at her dual role as both voice actor and executive producer. Her new song titled 'Friend of Mine' featured in the trailer, is a dreamy, Afrobeats-inspired dance anthem that includes the infectious hook, 'You're looking like a friend of mine.' 'Friend of Mine' is Rihanna's first official release since her 2022 Oscar-nominated ballad 'Lift Me Up' from Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Though it's not a full album or even her original song, the track gives fans a little something to hold them over. She hasn't released music since her LP, Anti, dropped nearly a decade ago in 2016. The Smurfs soundtrack promises even more musical firepower. In addition to Rihanna, South African breakout star Tyla and a collaborative track called 'Higher Love' by DJ Khaled, Cardi B, and DESI TRILL was released earlier this year and are part of the album. Rihanna first announced her involvement in the project at the 2023 CinemaCon, joking about recording in her third trimester. Now pregnant with her third child, she recently confirmed on the Met Gala red carpet that her pregnancy won't stop her from creating music, or perhaps, even shooting music videos. With The Smurfs set to hit theaters July 18, fans can expect a colorful adventure and a much-needed dose of Rihanna's magic, blue-hued and all. The track 'Friend of Mine' drops Friday, May 16. Be sure to pre-save the song with the link here. SEE ALSO Rihanna (Kind Of) Returns To Music With New 'Smurfs' Song was originally published on Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rihanna Returns With Club Banger ‘Friend of Mine'
Rihanna has dropped a new single, 'Friend of Mine.' The upbeat, Afrobeats-inspired dance track was written for forthcoming animated movie Smurfs, in which the singer voices Smurfette. A video for the song sees Rihanna approaching the Smurfs' village with a giant flower as an umbrella. As she goes inside, it transitions to animation and the small blue creatures dance along to the lively track—with some pretty impressive moves. The club-ready single marks Rihanna's first new music since 2022's 'Lift Me Up,' recorded for the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever soundtrack. More from Rolling Stone Rihanna Is Dropping Her First Song in 3 Years for 'Smurfs' Soundtrack A$AP Rocky Gets Criminal Case Record Sealed After Acquittal Rihanna Reveals She's Pregnant With Third Child at Met Gala 'Friend of Mine' will appear on the Smurfs soundtrack, along with DJ Khaled, Cardi B, and Desi Trill's 'Higher Love,' which dropped in February. The soundtrack is set for release on June 13 via Roc Nation Distribution and will also feature a new song from Tyla. Smurfs hits theaters on July 18. The official synopsis notes, 'When Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette (Rihanna) leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him. With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe.' Other voice actors include James Corden, Nick Offerman, JP Karliak, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña, Marshmello, and Kurt Russell. Rihanna notably hasn't dropped an album since 2016's Anti. The singer last provided a real update on her potential next album in February, saying she was 'feeling really optimistic' about the music she had been working on. 'This feels right,' she said. 'It feels like it digs right into where I need to be, and I want this. This body needs to come out, and I'm ready to go there. This is becoming my new freedom, because when I'm in the studio, I know that my time away from my kids is to blossom something that hasn't been watered in eight years. I've been in the studio the whole eight years. But it didn't hit me. I was searching for it.' She continued, 'I went through phases of what I wanted to do. 'This kind of album, not that album.' I know it's not going to be anything that anybody expects. And it's not going to be commercial or radio digestible. It's going to be where my artistry deserves to be right now. I feel like I've finally cracked it, girl!' Best of Rolling Stone The 50 Greatest Eminem Songs All 274 of Taylor Swift's Songs, Ranked The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time
Forbes
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Rihanna Returns With ‘Smurfs' Song ‘Friend Of Mine'
Rihanna Getty Images Grammy-winning superstar and billionaire beauty mogul Rihanna has been teasing her long-awaited ninth studio album for nearly a decade. In the years since the release of her 2016 album Anti, the Barbadian hitmaker has split her time between her business ventures and occasional music releases like the PartyNextDoor collab 'Believe It' and the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever soundtrack entry 'Lift Me Up." Now, three years later after 'Lift Me Up,' Rihanna is back with another film soundtrack release: 'Friend of Mine' from the forthcoming animated movie Smurfs. On the new song, Rihanna, who voices protagonist Smurfette in the new flick, trades the traditional pop and R&B sounds fans have come to expect for an up-tempo club track. 'Just met you tonight, but you feel like a friend of mine / Feel like a friend of mine, feel like a friend of mine / Feel like a friend of mine, feel like a friend of mine / How can so familiar be so brand new?' she sings. As for what's next for her musically, Rihanna told Harper's Bazaar in February that she's reached a breakthrough for the long-awaited R9. 'I think music is my freedom,' she said. "I just came to that realization. I just cracked the code on what I really want to do for my next body of work. I am actually feeling really good about this. I know I kept saying this over the years.' '[I'm] feeling really optimistic. This feels right. It feels like it digs right into where I need to be, and I want this. This body needs to come out, and I'm ready to go there," she added. 'This is becoming my new freedom, because when I'm in the studio, I know that my time away from my kids is to blossom something that hasn't been watered in eight years." She admitted she waffled on what sounds to go with for her next LP, resolving that it won't resemble the radio-ready music of her dominating run in the 2000s and 2010s. 'I know it's not going to be anything that anybody expects. And it's not going to be commercial or radio digestible. It's going to be where my artistry deserves to be right now,' she said. "I feel like I've finally cracked it.' Smurfs is in theaters July 18.
