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Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Butterfly trailer: BTS J-Hope's 'What If…' sets the tone for Daniel Dae Kim's new spy series; ARMY reacts
A shadowy past… a deadly mission… and a BTS soundtrack no one saw coming. In the newly released trailer for Butterfly, Daniel Dae Kim steps into the role of a hunted ex-CIA agent. But while the premise promises high-stakes drama, what really grabbed fans was the background music: J-Hope's introspective track What If…, setting the tone for the action-packed Amazon Prime Video series. The suspense of the drama unfolds with moody visuals and sharp cuts - all while J-Hope's What If… pulses in the background, lending emotional weight to the espionage thriller. What If…: A perfect match Far from being just another pop song placement, What If… dives into duality - J-Hope vs. Jung Hoseok, idol vs. human. He questions what remains if fame, fortune, and stage lights fade. That theme of identity and loss of control is mirrored in David Jung's character, whose own past decisions return to haunt him. Second chances don't come twice. Butterfly premieres August 13. Released as part of J-Hope's Jack in the Box album, the track is raw, vulnerable, and philosophical - everything you'd expect from a story about fractured trust, family, and life on the run. From Hobipalooza to Hollywood This trailer drop comes just a day after J-Hope headlined Lollapalooza Berlin on Sunday (July 13), performing a powerhouse 21-song set in 90 minutes before 60,000 fans. The event, dubbed 'Hobipalooza' by ARMY, cemented his global presence as a soloist. Now, hearing his music score a major Amazon series marks yet another milestone - this time, in film and TV. ARMY's reaction It didn't take long for fans to recognize the familiar beat. ARMY flooded social media with praise, noting how perfectly the song's message aligned with the show's psychological undertones. For many, it was another reminder that BTS' influence stretches far beyond the stage. Love the use of 'What if' by #JHOPE #제이홉 from his Jack in the Box album! I'll be watching this when it's released. Looks good. Perfect track for the trailer. Will I check out this because J-hope's music is in the trailer?!? Yes, yes I will. (Also trailer looks great!) Ok, you know what? Amazon Prime and j-hope partnership was a match made on heaven, knew it since Hope On The Street docuseries. Definitely gonna watch Butterfly cause it looks fun and j-hope's song fits so perfectly as bgm I hear JHope's What If! Is it officially part of the soundtrack?! 🔥🔥🔥 Butterfly: All you need to know Premiere date: August 13, 2025 Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video Episodes: 6 (all released at once) Created by: Ken Woodruff & Steph Cha Executive producer: Daniel Dae Kim Cast: Daniel Dae Kim, Reina Hardesty, Piper Perabo, Park Hae-soo, Kim Tae-hee, Charles Parnell, Kim Ji-hoon, Sean Dulake, Nayoon Kim, Sung Dong-il, and Lee Il-hwa. Butterfly: What's the story? This series is a deeply personal tale of betrayal, loyalty, and survival. Adapted from the 2015 graphic novel by Arash Amel and Marguerite Bennett, Butterfly centers on David Jung (Daniel Dae Kim), a former top-tier U.S. intelligence agent living in quiet exile in South Korea. But his peace is shattered when his past catches up with him, and he becomes the target of Rebecca — a deadly young assassin with ties not only to a shadowy organization, but to Jung himself. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
IDF Admits ‘ERROR' As Israeli Missile Bleeds Gaza Kids Collecting Water
Epstein Files Fallout: Trump WARNS His 'Friends' After MAGA Base Revolts | 'LET BONDI DO HER JOB!' U.S. President Donald Trump likened the newly released Epstein Files to the disputed Steele dossier and accused Democrats — namely Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, Joe Biden, former FBI Director James Comey, and ex-CIA chief John Brennan — of engineering them as a political hit. Trump defended Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel, asserting they're being unfairly targeted by MAGA critics. He labelled the files as a 'deep-state' creation, questioning why Democrats didn't leak them earlier if they held damaging information for the GOP. Watch. 7.0K views | 19 hours ago
India.com
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
7 Hollywood Spy Thriller Movies To Watch
Zee Media Bureau Jul 10, 2025 When skilled CIA operative Court Gentry (codename 'Sierra Six') uncovers dark agency secrets, he becomes the target of a global manhunt led by unhinged ex-CIA mercenary Lloyd Hansen Salt (2010) is an action-thriller starring Angelina Jolie as Evelyn Salt, a CIA officer accused of being a Russian sleeper spy. The Kingsman franchise is a series of stylish British spy action films created by Matthew Vaughn, based on the comic books The Secret Service by Mark Millar and Dave Gibbons. The Mission: Impossible film franchise is a series of American action spy movies based on the 1966 television series of the same name. The films follow Ethan Hunt, a highly skilled secret agent played by Tom Cruise, who works for the Impossible Mission Force (IMF), a covert government agency tasked with handling dangerous global threats. In Tenet, a secret agent learns to reverse time to stop a future global catastrophe, battling a villain who can communicate with the future. Time flows forward and backward in a high-stakes sci-fi thriller. Set in the 1960s at the height of the Cold War, The Man from U.N.C.L.E. follows CIA agent Napoleon Solo and KGB operative Illya Kuryakin, who are forced to team up on a mission to stop a mysterious criminal organization from using nuclear weapons to disrupt the fragile balance of power Read Next Story
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Trump says Brennan and Comey may 'Pay a Price' as FBI investigates false statements in Russia probe
Trump reacted to reports that John Brennan, ex-CIA Director and James Comey, ex-FBI Director are being investigated. The allegation is that Brennan and Comey may have lied to Congress during the Russia investigation, according to the reports. The investigation started because former CIA Director John Ratcliffe sent possible evidence of wrongdoing to the FBI. Trump said, "I know nothing about it other than what I read today,' as reported by Associated Press. Trump says Brennan and Comey were dishonest Trump also said, 'They're crooked as hell and maybe they have to pay a price for that.' He called both Brennan and Comey 'very dishonest' and 'bad people.' John Ratcliffe, who is a former intelligence chief, released a report last week criticizing intelligence officials for rushing the Russia probe, as per the reports. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Walmart Cameras Captured These Hilarious 20 Photos Undo ALSO READ: Groq eyes $6 billion valuation after $1.5 billion Saudi AI chip deal The report said the Intelligence Community Assessment was based on just one source that said Putin wanted Trump to win in 2016. But Ratcliffe's report didn't say the CIA's conclusions were wrong—just that the process was rushed and political, according to the report by Associated Press. Live Events Ratcliffe also said agency leaders created a 'politically charged environment' around something vital to democracy. John Brennan responded on MSNBC, saying neither the CIA nor DOJ had contacted him about any investigation, as stated by the reports. Brennan responds and calls probe political Brennan said it's 'hard to believe' they're still talking about the 2016 election this many years later. He called the situation a 'sad and tragic example' of how national security and intelligence are still being politicized, as per the report by Associated Press. ALSO READ: Trump-Linked weather privatization plan raises ethics concerns as commerce chief Lutnick faces scrutiny Brennan also accused people of sacrificing their decency to keep doing Trump's political bidding. In 2023, Special Counsel John Durham said the FBI's reason for starting the Trump-Russia probe was 'seriously flawed', as per the reports. However, Durham didn't file major charges or prove Trump's claim of a huge crime. The FBI gave no comment when asked about the new investigation. The DOJ didn't respond to media questions either. James Comey could not be reached for comment, according to the report by Axios. FAQs Q1. Why are Brennan and Comey being investigated? They are being investigated for possibly lying to Congress during the Trump-Russia probe. Q2. What did Trump say about the investigation? Trump called Brennan and Comey dishonest and said they might "have to pay a price."
Business Recorder
10-07-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
FBI opens criminal probe into ex-FBI, CIA directors
WASHINGTON: The FBI has opened a criminal investigation into its former director James Comey and ex-CIA chief John Brennan, two prominent critics of President Donald Trump, US media reported. Fox News Digital said the probe involved 'potential wrongdoing' related to the investigation into claims of Russian interference in the 2016 election won by Trump and alleged false statements made to Congress. CIA director John Ratcliffe, a Trump appointee, had referred 'evidence of wrongdoing by Brennan' to FBI director Kash Patel, another Trump appointee, for potential prosecution, Fox News Digital said, citing Justice Department sources.
