Home » Entertainment » Page 244

Entertainment

WazupnaijaNaija Entertainment  blogs & ForumsEntertainment

‘Stranger Things 5’ 2-Hour Series Finale Will Be A Movie Theater Experience

Netflix announced that the Duffer Brothers' 2-hour series finale for Stranger Things 5, titled The Rightside Up, will be released in movie theaters on Dec.31.

Diddy Had Knife Pressed To His Throat By Fellow Inmate

Sean "Diddy" Combs has been held for over 13 months at the infamous Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn.

Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier Busted For Gambling

NBA player Terry Rozier and head coach Chauncey Billups were arrested by federal agents in connecction to gambling investigations on Thursday morning.

Kevin Gates’ Ex-Wife Demands He Coughs Up $70K Per Month In Spousal And Child Support

Kevin Gates always says, "I don't get tired", but after seeing how much money his ex-wife wants, he just might be exhausted.

Lauryn Hill Announces “Artist In Residence” Canadian Dates

SummaryLauryn Hill announced an eight-city Canadian tour dubbed her “Artist In Residence” engagementThe intimate tour kicks off November 19 in Winnipeg and ends December 19 in OttawaTickets go on general sale on October 24, with $2 from each ticket benefiting the MLH fundLauryn Hill is heading to Canada for what she calls her “Artist In Residence” engagement.The eight-city tour kicks off November 19 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, followed by stops in Vancouver BC, Hamilton, ON, Montreal QC, Calgary and Edmonton, AB and two last shows in Toronto and Ottawa on December 16 and 19. The engagement will mark her first live performance since Essence Festival in early July.Check out the full list of dates below. Ticket pre-sale is open on October 22 followed by the general sale on October 24. $2 USD from ...

‘The Apothecary Diaries’ Returns for Season 3 in Spring 2026

SummaryThe Apothecary Diaries confirms Season 3, airing in split cours from October 2026 to spring 2027.An original anime film has also been announced, featuring Norihiro Naganuma as director and will premiere in December 2026.The Apothecary Diarieshas officially confirmed a third season and an original anime film, expanding the popular adaptation of Natsu Hyuuga’s light novel series. The official announcement revealed that Season 3 will air in split cours, with the first part debuting in October 2026 and the second scheduled for spring 2027.Produced by OLM and TOHO Animation, the anime has steadily grown in acclaim since its debut in fall 2023, followed by a second season in winter 2025, each spanning 24 episodes. The series, which follows the sharp-witted apothecary Maomao as she navigat...

Watch the First Trailer for ‘Breaking Bad’ Creator’s New Series ‘Pluribus’

SummaryVince Gilligan's new series, Pluribus, starring Rhea Seehorn, premieres on Apple TV on November 7The dark sci-fi series follows Carol, "the most miserable person on Earth," who must save the world from an epidemic of forced happinessThe two-season show is the Breaking Bad creator's first project outside that universeApple TV has debuted the official trailer for Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan’s Pluribus, starring Better Call Saul staple Rhea Seehorn.Despite Gilligan and Seehorn’s involvement in the Breaking Bad universe, Pluribus is actually not part of that world. Instead, the series sees Seehorn as Carol who is described as “the most miserable person on Earth.” Her job? “[S]ave the world from happiness.”The trailer itself doesn’t share any further details, except for suggestio...

Is Short-Term Nostalgia Profit Worth Killing Hollywood’s Biggest Franchises?

When considering the films you've seen this year, would any of these come to mind: the live-action Lilo & Stitch, Jurassic World Rebirth, Captain America: Brave New World, the live-action How to Train Your Dragon and Snow White, Freakier Friday, and the recently released Tron: Ares?All of these movies were only released in the past 10 months, yet each one carries a profound sense of familiarity because they're either based on iconic comic series, classic Disney cartoons, or popular film IPs that have endured for decades. This trend highlights 2025 as a pivotal year in cinematic history, marking the undeniable peak of Hollywood's reliance on "nostalgia bait,” attempting to gain viewership by tempting them with characters, settings, or franchises from their childhood.The reason this stra...

‘Stranger Things’ Season 5 Finale To Reportedly Hit Theaters on New Year’s Eve

SummaryThe two-hour Stranger Things Season 5 finale is reportedly planned for a rare theatrical debut in the US on New Year’s EveThe Duffer Brothers pushed for the big-screen event to create a communal viewing experience and ensure high-quality sound and pictureThe finale will drop day-and-date on Netflix at 8 p.m. EST, concluding a rollout that starts November 26Stranger Things is reportedly eyeing a rare big-screen bow for a Netflix series finale.Reports claim the two-hour Season 5 capper is planned to screen in US theaters on New Year’s Eve, day-and-date with Netflix. International theatrical plans remain unclear; early chatter centers on the US, with potential for additional territories to materialize if demand surges. AMC Theatres is expected to be a key partner, with additional chain...

‘The Sopranos’ Creator David Chase Is Working on a New HBO Series About MKUltra

SummaryThe Sopranos creator David Chase is developing an HBO thriller series titled Project: MKUltraThe series will focus on Sidney Gottlieb, the chemist and spymaster who headed the CIA's controversial MKUltra programThe show will be a supernatural drama based on John Lisle’s book, Project Mind Control: Sidney Gottlieb, the CIA, and the Tragedy of MKULTRADavid Chase, creator of The Sopranos, is developing an HBO thriller series based on the CIA’s controversial MKUltra program.THR reports that if Project: MKUltra receives the green light, Chase’s return to HBO will focus on Sidney Gottlieb, the chemist and spymaster who headed the project for the agency. HBO describes the show as “a dramatic thriller centered on the infamous chemist and spymaster Sidney Gottlieb, often known as The Black S...

Netflix Dissects Eddie Murphy’s Legacy in New Documentary ‘Being Eddie’

SummaryNetflix dropped the trailer for Being Eddie, an Angus Wall-directed documentary on comedian and actor Eddie MurphyThe film explores Murphy's nearly 50-year career, explosive charisma, and unique path that avoided Hollywood's pitfallsIt features interviews with comedy legends and colleagues, including Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock, and Jamie FoxxNetflix has dropped the trailer for Being Eddie, the Angus Wall-directed documentary film focusing on legendary comedian and actor Eddie Murphy. The docu chronicles his journey to success, the longevity of his career and becoming a family man — all the while ensuring he doesn’t entertain the pitfalls of Hollywood.In addition to interviews with Murphy himself, colleagues and friends such as Arsenio Hall, Brian Grazer, Chris Rock, Dave Chappelle, ...

NFL Stands by Bad Bunny Halftime Show

SummaryNFL Commissioner Roger Goodell confirmed that Bad Bunny will headline the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show despite facing political criticismGoodell defended the decision by citing the Puerto Rican artist’s global popularity and the league's goal to create an "exciting and united moment"The commissioner stated the NFL is not considering dropping the performer, prioritizing cultural impact and entertainment valueNFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has firmly shut down demands to change the Super Bowl Halftime Show, reiterating that Bad Bunnywill headline the 2026 event despite public criticism from conservative figures. The Commissioner’s defense emphasizes the artist’s global appeal and the league’s confidence in delivering a unifying cultural spectacle.Speaking at the NFL’s fall owners mee...