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    'Demon Slayer' Knocks Down 'Mortal Kombat' in Another Tight Race at Box Office

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    The big-screen version of the Japanese manga series and the live-action adaptation of the popular video game once again go neck and neck in their second week at the domestic box office.

    May 3, 2021

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    “Demon Slayer the Movie: Mugen Train” claims the throne after defeating “Mortal Kombat” in a tight race at the domestic box office. After losing a close battle on its opening weekend, the big-screen version of the Japanese manga series narrowly beats the live-action adaptation of the popular video game in a neck-and-neck rematch.

    The animated dark fantasy period action film successfully takes over the top spot with approximately $6.4 million on its second weekend. It has accumulated $34.1 million domestically and $394.3 million so far for a worldwide total of $428.4 million after it was first released in Japan in October 2020, becoming the first Japanese film and first anime film to reach the $400M mark in the worldwide box office.

    Back to the domestic chart, “Mortal Kombat” follows close behind as the runner-up with an estimated $6.2 million, bringing its current domestic gross to $34.1 million. Internationally, the movie has brought in $32.8 million for a worldwide total of $66.9 million so far.

    Despite being unchallenged by any newcombers in the first two top spots, “Demon Slayer” and “Mortal Kombat” see significant decrease in ticket sales in their second week. The former drops 69.7%, while the latter is down 73.4% from last week.

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    In the meantime, “Godzilla Vs. Kong” remains steady at No. 3 with additional $2.7 million, only dropping 36.1% from last week. The epic monster showdown movie has grossed $90.3 million domestically so far and crossed the $400 million mark globally.

    At No. 4 is new release “Separation”, a horror film about a young girl who finds solace in her artist father and the ghost of her dead mother. It enters the chart with approximately $1.8 million. Directed by William Brent Bell and starring Rupert Friend, Mamie Gummer and Madeline Brewer among others, it received underwhelming response from critics with an approval rating of 11% on Rotten Tomatoes.

    “Raya and the Last Dragon” rounds up the top five once again in its ninth week, adding an estimated $1.3 million to its domestic tally for a current total of $41.5 million. Internationally, the movie has brought in $59.2 to reach the milestone of $100 million worldwide gross.

    Top 10 of North America Box Office (Apr. 30-May 02, 2021)

    “Demon Slayer the Movie: Mugen Train” – $6.4 million
    “Mortal Kombat” – $6.2 million
    “Godzilla vs Kong” – $2.7 million
    “Separation” – $1.8 million
    “Raya and the Last Dragon” – $1.33 million
    “Nobody” – $1.26 million
    “The Unholy” – $1.065,000
    “Scott Pilgrim vs. the World” 10th Anniversary (2021 Re-release) – $720,000
    “Tom & Jerry” – $515,000
    “Together Together” – $313,051

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      Ryan Reynolds Has Cheeky Response to 'Mortal Kombat 2' Johnny Cage Casting Rumors

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      The ‘Green Lantern’ actor puts together his reactions to fans’ speculation that he will be taking on the role in the sequel and his cellular service provider Mint Mobile beating out its competitors in one tweet.

      Apr 29, 2021

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      Ryan Reynolds has killed two birds with one stone with his latest hilarious tweet. As he has been touted by fans to take on the role of Johnny Cage in “Mortal Kombat 2”, the Canadian-born actor has responded to the news by combining it with his reaction to the success of Mint Mobile.

      In his Wednesday, April 28 tweet, the 44-year-old hunk posted a GIF of his face being edited into Johnny Cage’s image from the video game. The picture suggested that he has just knocked down his foe, with “Mint” and “Big Wireless” written on the video game health bars.

      “What do I do with casting rumors and wireless competitors upset that @usnews just named @Mintmobile 2021’s best cell phone plan?” Reynolds wrote in the caption. He added, “Finish ’em!!”

      Ryan Reynolds responded to rumors linking him to Johnny Cage role in ‘Mortal Kombat 2’.

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      The “Deadpool” star was bragging about Mint Mobile, the cellular service provider company which he co-owns, defeating its competitors on the list of best cell phone plans.

      As for the “Mortal Kombat 2” casting rumors, Reynolds has been a popular pick to play Johnny Cage after the first movie hinted at his appearance in the hypothetical sequel. In the end of the martial arts fantasy film, Lewis Tan’s Cole Young is heading off to Hollywood where he may bump into the movie star.

      Producer Todd Garner has also confirmed Cage’s appearance in the potential sequel and mentioned Reynolds as the kind of actor who might play the character. “Is it a cop out to all of a sudden have Ryan Reynolds – not him, but you know – as the lead felt a little disingenuous to me,” he said when addressing Cage’s exclusion in the first movie. “It’s super easy to bring him in a big, bombastic, fun way in the second. And he deserves that as a character. I love these characters, so we thought hard about it.”

      “Mortal Kombat” has become the latest hit in North America box office following its release last week, debuting at No. 1 on the chart with $23.3 million despite not-so-glowing reviews from critics. The movie exceeded industry expectations with its opening gross and has accumulated $51.1 million worldwide.

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      'Mortal Kombat' and 'Demon Slayer' Exceed Box Office Expectations With Impressive Debuts

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      The live-action adaptation of the popular video game and the big-screen version of the Japanese manga series lead the improving box office with a combined gross of $42 million.

      Apr 26, 2021

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      The movie industry is slowly, but surely rebounding. After “Godzilla Vs. Kong” record-breaking debut gave away a hope of recovery in the business, this time “Mortal Kombat” and “Demon Slayer the Movie: Mugen Train” took the charge to boost the North American box office.

      Both movies exceeded industry’s estimates to lead the chart with an impressive combined gross of approximately $42 million, doubling their pre-opening estimates. The live-action adaptation of the popular video game tops the rank with an estimated $22.5 million opening gross, while the big-screen version of the Japanese manga series trails close behind at No. 2 with an estimated $19.5 million.

      “Mortal Kombat”, which is an R-rated martial arts film, added $27.6 million from international markets, bringing its worldwide cumulative total to $50.1 million. As for the animated dark fantasy period action film, it’s a box-office juggernaut overseas, accumulating $388.2 million internationally for a current global total of $407.7 million.

      “Godzilla Vs. Kong” is forced to step down two ranks to No. 3 after three weeks leading the chart. The epic monster showdown movie added an estimated $4.2 million, bringing its current total domestic gross to $86.6 million.

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      Bob Odenkirk’s “Nobody” also takes the plunge from No. 2 to No. 4 with an estimated addition of $1.9 million to its domestic gross. Meanwhile, “Raya and the Last Dragon” falls one place to round out the top five with approximately $1.7 million.

      The only other newcomer this week is indie film “Together Together”. The R-rated quirkie dramatic comedy debuts at No. 8 with approximately $522,440. All together, the total revenues will come to around $55 million, which is 25 percent better than any weekend since theater closures began last year.

      Next week, a number of movies such as “The Father”, “Promising Young Woman” and “Judas and the Black Messiah” are expected to see a significant surge in their weekly revenues following their Oscar wins on Sunday night, April 25.

      Top 10 of North America Box Office (Apr. 23-25, 2021)

      “Mortal Kombat” – $22.5 million
      “Demon Slayer the Movie: Mugen Train” – $19.5 million
      “Godzilla vs Kong” – $4.2 million
      “Nobody” – $1.9 million
      “Raya and the Last Dragon” – $1.7 million
      “The Unholy” – $1.4 million
      “Tom & Jerry” – $650,000
      “Together Together” – $522,440
      “The Girl Who Believes in Miracles” – $336,957
      “The Courier” – $264,175

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      First Red-Band Trailer of 'Mortal Kombat' Previews Bloody and Brutal Fights

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      The age-restricted sneak peek also introduces the fighters in the mighty martial competition, Sonya Blade, Jax, Kano, Liu Kang and Kung Lao in addition to the lead character, Cole Young.

      Feb 19, 2021
      AceShowbiz – The first official trailer for “Mortal Kombat” is here for fans’ viewing pleasure. Making its way out online, the age-restricted sneak peek is basked in bloody glory as it offers a glimpse at the brutal fights between the protagonists and the baddies.
      The video features familiar characters, including Sonya Blade (Jessica McNamee), Kano (Josh Lawson), Jackson “Jax” Briggs (Mehcad Brooks), Liu Kang (Ludi Lin) and Kung Lao (Max Huang), in addition to introducing the new lead, Cole Young, who is portrayed by Lewis Tan. The video hints that Cole is unaware of his heritage or why Outworld’s Emperor Shang Tsung has sent his best warrior, Sub-Zero, an otherworldly Cryomancer, to hunt Cole down.
      “Fearing for his family’s safety,” the washed-up mixed martial arts fighter “goes in search of Sonya Blade at the direction of Jax, a Special Forces Major who bears the same strange dragon marking Cole was born with,” the official synopsis reads. “Soon, he finds himself at the temple of Lord Raiden, an Elder God and the protector of Earthrealm, who grants sanctuary to those who bear the mark.”
      The synopsis goes on describing, “Here, Cole trains with experienced warriors Liu Kang, Kung Lao, and rogue mercenary Kano, as he prepares to stand with Earth’s greatest champions against the enemies of Outworld in a high stakes battle for the universe. But will Cole be pushed hard enough to unlock his arcana — the immense power from within his soul — in time to save not only his family, but to stop Outworld once and for all?”

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      Joe Taslim (“Star Trek Beyond”) is cast as Bi-Han and Sub-Zero, with Chin Han (“Skyscraper”) as Shang Tsung. Also supporting the cast are Tadanobu Asano as Lord Raiden, Hiroyuki Sanada as Hanzo Hasashi and Scorpion, Sisi Stringer as Mileena, Matilda Kimber as Emily Young, and Laura Brent as Allison Young.
      “Mortal Kombat” is a live-action adaptation of the popular video game franchise of the same name. The upcoming movie is the third film being developed in the franchise, after the second film, “Mortal Kombat: Annihilation” (1997), ended up as a critical and commercial failure.
      Simon McQuoid serves behind the lens for the upcoming movie, with James Wan among the producers alongside Todd Garner, McQuoid and E. Bennett Walsh. Greg Russo and Dave Callaham penned the script. The movie is set to be released in theaters and on the HBO Max streaming service on April 16.

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