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Sony Exec’s Shocking Slur Surfaces in Blake Lively Set Feud
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— Jan 21, 2026
Long-simmering tensions behind the scenes of the 2024 film “It Ends With Us” spilled into public view this week as newly unsealed court testimony revealed the language a top Sony Pictures executive used while the…
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Ridley Scott in talks to direct Treasure Island
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— Jul 23, 2026
Ridley Scott and Hugh Jackman are in talks with Sony Pictures to develop a new Treasure Island adaptation, with Jack Thorne penning the screenplay and Scott directing, as Sony moves quickly after 20th Century passed on the project. The collaboration would mark Scott’s 31st feature and continue his relationship with Sony, though a release date has not yet been set and negotiations are ongoing.
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Wheel of Fortune suspends longtime announcer Jim Thornton amid investigation
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— Sep 2, 2026
Jim Thornton, the longtime Wheel of Fortune announcer since 2011, has been suspended by Sony Pictures Television Studios and the show is recasting while a thorough investigation into reported allegations proceeds. Reports describe a May incident on a commercial flight in which a passenger alerted crew and law enforcement met Thornton at Los Angeles International Airport, though Sony has not disclosed specifics.
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Marcus Bell
Sony recasting so quickly makes it seem like they already know more than they're letting on publicly. Guess we'll find out eventually.
Jackie Chan Seeks Casting Call Submission Videos to Find the Next Star of New ‘Karate Kid’ Movie
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— Nov 22, 2023
Jackie Chan released a video casting call for Sony Pictures Entertainment to find the star for a new “Karate Kid” movie. Ralph Macchio will be co-starring with Chan and stood by his side in the video on Tuesday…
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Inflation Jumps Higher In Final Report Before Midterm Elections
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JioStar reports India rights for The Hundred 2026
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— Jul 21, 2026
JioStar has secured exclusive linear and digital rights in India for The Hundred 2026 from Sony Pictures Networks India, with all 68 matches streaming on JioHotstar and Star Sports Network. The six edition begins July 21 at The Oval with a women’s double-header, and the season features rebranded franchises such as MI London and SunRisers Leeds alongside marquee international and Indian players.
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AP Top 25 College Football Teams
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College football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.
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Kovert Creative Hires Mallory Morehead Pritzl
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— Jul 20, 2026
Mallory Morehead Pritzl has joined Kovert Creative to lead the entertainment PR team in Los Angeles, overseeing communications for programming-focused clients such as Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Paper Kite Productions, and SmartLess Media, and coordinating across Bloomberg Media and Spotify. She brings about 15 years of experience from Sony Pictures Television, Amazon MGM Studios, Fox, and NBC, and Kovert emphasizes her deep industry connections as a fit for their roster of high-profile talents and brands.
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Ramayana Part 1 Not Filmed; Global Two-Phase Release
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— Jul 23, 2026
Sony Pictures will handle international distribution for Ramayana outside India, with Dharma Productions releasing it domestically; the multi-language epic from Prime Focus Studios, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, stars Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, and Sai Pallavi, and features Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman on the score with VFX by DNEG. The project packs a global rollout, including an IMAX-friendly presentation and a trailer at San Diego Comic-Con, as it aims for a worldwide release around Diwali and to extend the Ramayana story to diverse audiences.
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