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The preview of “Karate Kid: Legends” showcases significant shifts in the standard format for the “Karate Kid” series. In this new installment, “Karate Kid: Legends”, original character Daniel LaRusso, played by Ralph Macchio, encounters Mr. Han, portrayed by Jackie Chan. Unlike previous films, “Karate Kid: Legends” links the primary “Karate Kid” series with the 2010 remake by bringing these two martial arts legends together. The storyline will primarily revolve around Daniel LaRusso and Mr. Han mentoring Li (Ben Wang), a young student of kung fu under Mr. Han’s tutelage.

Initially, Deadpool wasn’t synonymous with blockbuster success; in fact, Tim Miller, who directed the first movie in the Deadpool trilogy, was surprisingly underpaid for the project. During an interview with Steve Weintraub from Collider at CCXP in São Paulo, Brazil, Miller disclosed that he earned a six-figure salary. Remarkably, the 2016 film ultimately grossed over $780 million globally, making Miller’s earnings seem insignificant in comparison.

The film Iron Man didn’t merely initiate the trend of cinematic universes in contemporary movie-making; it also breathed new life into the post-credit scene tradition. This technique had been around for quite some time prior to Tony Stark revealing his identity as Iron Man, as films like The Muppet Movie, Airplane!, and Space Jam (to name a few) have shown. Nevertheless, Iron Man made it commonplace to hint at sequels and additional adventures in Marvel superhero movies by way of post-credit scenes. From then on, viewers would eagerly wait after any Marvel adaptation to catch a sneak peek of a small sequence – often featuring a final joke or a preview of upcoming films – hidden within the credits.

The popular manga “Jujutsu Kaisen” recently concluded in Japan with its final volume, marking the end of this beloved series. Its creator delivered a poignant farewell note to fans that left many feeling emotional. The conclusion of “Jujutsu Kaisen” occurred this Fall and generated quite a mixed reaction from followers. Some felt it ended abruptly, leaving numerous questions unanswered, which is a common trait for a series known for setting up intriguing plotlines but later failing to develop them further. It appears that Akutami was cognizant of the criticism leveled against the series in this regard.

Actor Manny Jacinto, known for his role in “The Acolyte”, shared that three seasons of the Star Wars series were initially planned before it was ultimately cancelled. During a panel at Fan Expo moderated by Collider, Jacinto spoke about his time in the galaxy far, far away. Discussing “The Acolyte” – which was terminated after one season – Jacinto offered some insights into showrunner Leslye Headland’s plans for the series, explaining what her initial concept was for the show.

2025 promises an exciting year for “My Hero Academia” fans, as we’re on the verge of witnessing the full TV anime debut of its spinoff series, “My Hero Academia: Vigilantes,” next spring. To build anticipation, glimpses of characters like Crawler, Pop Step, and Knuckleduster have been unveiled. Meanwhile, the main TV anime series is set to return for its eighth and final season in fall 2025. The prequel spinoff series will surely add another layer to the rich history of “My Hero Academia,” with its unique cast of dynamic heroes taking center stage.