Naman Ramachandran Amazon Prime Video and Germany’s Leonine Studios are expanding their existing partnership with a multi-year license agreement.Under the deal, Prime Video gets exclusive second window SVOD-rights for a six-month period to upcoming theatrical feature films and home entertainment titles from Leonine’s slate and also includes non-exclusive SVOD rights to titles from Leonine’s content library.Titles include Keanu Reeves’ “John Wick 4” and its spin-off “Ballerina,” starring Ana de Armas; Channing Tatum’s directorial debut “Dog”; Roland Emmerich’s “Moonfall,” starring Halle Berry; Nicolas Cage action-comedy “The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent”; Guillaume Canet’s “Asterix & Obelix: The Middle Kingdom,” with Gilles Lellouche, Marion Cotillard, Vincent Cassel and soccer star Zlatan Imbrahimović; Jennifer Lopez starrer “Shotgun Wedding”; and Leonine Studios co-production “The School of Magical Animals 2,” the sequel to Germany’s most successful theatrical release of 2021. Leonine Studios CEO Fred Kogel said: “It’s fantastic that we can expand our long-standing partnership with Prime Video by this agreement and achieve another important milestone for our licensing business with premium content.
Lionsgate Exploring 11th Hour Deal for ‘Hustlers’ Studio STX (EXCLUSIVE)
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Matt Donnelly Senior Film WriterLionsgate is in discussions to acquire some or all of STX Entertainment, the seven-year-old company founded by veteran producer Robert Simonds, insiders familiar with the matter told Variety. It’s an 11th hour wrinkle in the studio’s planned sale to a private equity player.Talks began late last year, according to sources, after STX had secured a buyer in The Najafi Companies, an investment firm run by Jahm Najafi, the vice chairman of the Phoenix Suns.
In addition to Lionsgate, several other players are said to be bidding on STX though it’s unclear which suitor is in the lead (or if any substantially exceed Najafi’s offer).A Lionsgate spokesperson declined to comment on the matter. An STX spokesperson had no comment.
At the end of 2021, STX was up against a wall to secure an outright buyer after attempting to sell off its film library — which includes titles like Jennifer Lopez’s “Hustlers,” Gerard Butler’s “Greenland” and the “Bad Moms” franchise — racing against the clock while shouldering some $148 million in debt. Najafi pledged an all-stock deal on Dec.
7, though it included a “go-shop” period of 45 days. This allowed STX to seek maximum value in another buyer with a $4.5 million kill fee, should they break the agreement.
Najafi’s deal was valued at $173 million, the bulk of which comprised of its assumption of all of STX’s debt.While Lionsgate has interest in the company, other sources familiar with the negotiations described Najafi as eager to ensure that it didn’t lose out in its bid for control of the studio and “hesitant to get out of the way,” according to a knowledgable insider.STX is only days away from a February deadline to pay its creditors. Lionsgate would benefit from
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Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck Dance in the Stands at Super Bowl LVI
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck had a blast at Super Bowl LVI! The happy couple was spotted in the stands at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on Sunday, where they were on hand to watch the Los Angeles Rams defeat the Cincinnati Bengals.During the NBC broadcast, cameras panned to the pair, showing Lopez dancing and Affleck nodding his head, clapping and smiling. At one point, Affleck leaned in and said something to Lopez as he gestured to the field.The sighting comes shortly after a source told ET that the pair is «madly in love.»«Jen and Ben are doing great,» the source said.
People love the cameos of Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck dancing at the Super Bowl
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck joined a number of celebrities in the stands at Super Bowl LVI, prompting some viewers to focus more on the couple than the big game. On Sunday, the couple was spotted dancing in the audience at one point while watching the face-off between the Los Angeles Rams and Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium in California.
Super Bowl 2022: Kanye West, Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck and more stars flock to SoFi stadium
Hollywood stars flocked to SoFi Stadium on Sunday to watch the Los Angeles Rams face off against the Cincinnati Bengals, including Kanye West, Ellen Degeneres, Ben Affleck, and Jennifer Lopez among others. In addition, Eminem's daughter Hailie Jade attended Super Bowl LVI in support of her father's halftime performance. Hailie Jade shared snaps from the atmosphere at the big game on her Instagram Story.
Rosario Dawson & Senator Cory Booker Call It Quits After 3 Years Of Dating
Rosario Dawson and Cory Booker are no longer an item!
Shakira and Lele Pons look like sisters in a throwback photo
Lele Pons, you probably know that Shakira means the world to her. Self-described as one of the Colombian singer’s die-hard fans, Pons took to social media to share a throwback photo of the moment they met back in 2018.“Shakira and Me.
Super Bowl's halftime performers face questions from media
Super Bowl halftime show. The hip-hop icons are to talk about their set at a midday news conference.The five music icons will perform at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
Jennifer Lopez’s Kids: Everything To Know About Her Twins Emme Max
Jennifer Lopez, 52, has worn many hats in the entertainment industry, including actress, singer, dancer, producer, clothing designer and perfumer — but no title means more to her than “mom.” The Bronx native is the mother to twins Max and Emme, 13, with her ex-husband Marc Anthony, 53. Find out everything you need to know about the teenagers here.
Maluma Shares Why 'Marry Me' With Jennifer Lopez Was the Perfect Movie to Make His Acting Debut (Exclusive)
Maluma is in good company as he makes his feature film acting debut in. The 28-year-old Colombian superstar co-stars alongside Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson in the upcoming rom-com, out Friday. While chatting with ET's Nischelle Turner, Maluma shared why was the perfect first film."[It's] pretty surreal, that's the right word, pretty surreal.
Jennifer Lopez Ben Affleck Share A Sweet Kiss At ‘Marry Me’ Premiere In LA — Photos
Marry me, Jennifer Lopez? Perhaps the movie star’s beau Ben Affleck hasn’t popped the question just yet, but things are looking up for the couple who were photographed at Jennifer’s Marry Me Los Angeles movie premiere getting pretty cozy! J.Lo wore a gorgeous bridal-style white mini-dress, with long sleeves, lace detail, and an adorable shortened train that flipped out in the back. The “Let’s Get Loud” singer paired her dress with a silver clutch embroidered with white flowers and silver strappy pumps which also featured a flower-like details on the toe.
Jennifer Lopez Says She's 'Super Happy' as Ben Affleck Supports Her at 'Marry Me' Premiere (Exclusive)
Jennifer Lopez was all smiles at the premiere of her latest romantic comedy, .ET's Nischelle Turner spoke to Lopez, who attended the Los Angeles premiere Tuesday night with her boyfriend, Ben Affleck, by her side, where she couldn't help but gush about how happy she is with their rekindled romance.«It's a great date night. We're super happy,» Lopez gushed. «What can I tell you? We're just having a good time.»In the film, out Friday, Lopez plays pop superstar Kat Valdez, whose highly publicized wedding is nearly called off when she finds out her fiancé, played by Maluma, has been cheating on her.
Ben Affleck Picks Up Jennifer Lopez from the Studio After a Long Day of Work (Photos)
Ben Affleck showed up to escort his girlfriend Jennifer Lopez home after her long day of work!
Lionsgate Quarterly Revenue Up, Losses Widen, Starz Global Streaming Subs At 19.7M
Lionsgate posted revenue of $885 million for its fiscal third quarter ended in Dec., up from $836 million a year ago but below Wall Street forecasts of just under $1 billion. A net loss of 20 cents, a shares was in line. The stock is off about 5% in late trading.
Jennifer Lopez Sports Crop-Top for Trip to the Recording Studio
Jennifer Lopez is getting to work!
Jennifer Lopez Rocks A Crop Top To Music Studio With Ben Affleck Son Max, 13 — Photos
Jennifer Lopez, 52, sizzled in a cropped sweater. The “Jenny From The Block” singer sported the cream knit number with a pair of same color sweatpants as she arrived at a music studio via a black SUV on Saturday, Jan. 29. Her highlighted hair was blown out to perfection for the outing, which possibly could have been for a shoot. The rest of her look included her go-to hoop earrings, a gold bracelet, and various rings.