Will Smith has made film historical past in Saudi Arabia as Dangerous Boys: Journey or Die has change into the highest-grossing movie within the nation’s historical past.
The fourth installment within the practically 30-year-old Dangerous Boys franchise has been an enormous international hit, grossing virtually $400 million worldwide since its launch in early June.
The movie has additionally damaged all present Saudi Arabia cinema data, surpassing Prime Gun: Maverick to change into the highest-grossing movie within the Persian Gulf state’s historical past with $23 million made on the field workplace to date.
Smith celebrated breaking the document on his Instagram, writing: “WOOOWWW!!! @badboys Journey or Die simply grew to become the BIGGEST film of ALL TIME in Saudi Arabia!! SHUKRAN, LAKUM.”
He additionally posted plenty of behind-the-scenes footage and movies of him and co-star Martin Lawrence on the movie’s press tour within the nation.
“That was spectacular,” the Oscar-winner mentioned in a single clip after leaving the latest screening in Riyadh. “We have now made historical past. First-ever Hollywood premiere in Saudi Arabia. The Dangerous Boys have come and delivered. That is wonderful. Saudi, all love.”
Away from his film success, Will Smith not too long ago introduced that he’s releasing his first album of music in virtually 20 years.
In an interview shared by the Instagram account Black Movie Allies, Smith discusses particulars about his first challenge since 2005’s Misplaced and Discovered.
“Over the previous yr and a half, I’ve been within the studio,” he mentioned. “I’ve a challenge that’s the most private and highly effective music challenge I’ve ever accomplished. The thought of the music is, ‘Dance in your darkest moments.’”
The upcoming challenge is supported by two singles: the uplifting gospel anthem “You Can Make It,” which he carried out ultimately month’s BET Awards, and the Russ-assisted “Work of Artwork.”
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Dangerous Boys: Journey or Die additionally marked Smith’s first music launch since 2020 when he connected with Sean Paul on “Gentle Em Up.”
The dancehall-flavored track discovered The Recent Prince showcasing his agility on the mic with completely different flows whereas reminding listeners that he hasn’t missed a beat for the reason that days of Large Willie Model.
“Again on this bitch like I by no means left / The Satan got here for me, ought to have worn a vest / You thought I misplaced one thing, I ain’t miss a step / You need some previous me? Say much less,” he rapped.
