DWTS – Derek Lands A Movie Role & More Media On Tony, Maks, Cheryl, And Mark!
Let’s get right to it. Our top news story of the Day via Allkpop and Pure Derek Hough: Derek has landed a role in a new dancing movie called “Cobu 3D”. He will be starring with South Korean singer BoA. Here are some details…
BoA will be starring alongside Derek Hough, the champion of America’s hit reality show, ”Dancing with the Stars“. The two stars play the role of dancers who grew up in vastly different environments, and so they knock heads when they first meet at an underground New York club. Although they start off as fierce rivals, they eventually fall into a ‘Romeo and Juliet’ type of love.
Duane Adler (who’s known for his work with “Save the Last Dance” and “Step Up“) will be directing the film, and it’s being co-produced by Robert Cort, CJ Entertainment, and SM Entertainment.
“COBU 3D” aims to escape from the standard dance movies that focus on battles instead of delivering a solid storyline. The film will shed light on a beautiful love story, as well as spotlighting a variety of dance styles including tap, hip hop, and swing.
The movie is scheduled for an early 2012 release, and CJ Entertainment will be distributing it in Korea, China, and Japan. Lionsgate International will be the international sales agent, and they’re planning to begin pre-sales at the Berlin International Film Festival this February.
UPDATE (thanks to Lisa G and Heidi):: Sadly this means, Derek Hough won’t be returning for Season 12 on Dancing With The Stars. Conrad Green, executive producer for DWTS, has made this statement to Access Hollyood.
“Dancing” executive producer Conrad Green told Access they expect Derek to return to the ballroom later this year.
“We wish Derek the best as he takes time off from ‘Dancing with the Stars’ to pursue his film career and look forward to having him return to the show in the Fall,” Conrad said in a statement to Access.
BoA is pictured below in case some of you may not know who she is. More on her and her career at this link.
This is going to be fun especially for us dance movie freaks! Congradulations Derek! You can see him on the set working in this tweet.
Me and Tab working on new film with Duane Adler (writer/director) and staring Derek Hough (DWTS) and @BoA_1105 (As http://twitpic.com/3u31cs
— Napoleon and Tabitha (@NAPPYTABS) January 28, 2011
Tony has landed a fun role in a new episode of “Are We There Yet” too. Jason Palmer tweeted a picture of the two which you can see below.
@tonydovolani rehearsing the Salsa on stage with Essence Atkins and Alfonso Ribeiro –> http://www.twitpic.com/3tza0q
— Jason M. Palmer (@jasonmpalmer) January 28, 2011
Wow, to our pros this year. They’ve had big off seasons. Same with Maks who as you know is currently filming The Bachelor in the Ukraine. Special thanks to a resident and native of Russia named Marina (via tweeters @ScibblerNY and @FLLottodreamer), we have a full English translation of Maks’ new interview from the Ukraine that we reported to you earlier. You can read it in full >>>HERE. I thought this quote was interesting. I’m dying to know, how this will effect his role on DWTS,…that is if there is one this Season?
Q: As far as I know, the indispensable condition for you is to marry after the project…
MC: No! The main thing, I need to propose: all comes to an end with a betrothal (engagement)… Whether there will be a real wedding depends on me. It happens, people change/disagree. Perhaps when I learn more about this girl, she will change, be another person. Or me. But I wouldn’t want that to happen. My decision is serious. You know, I love clever, intellectual women. It is not interesting to me to only communicate on topics of shoes, socks and glasses. Nice to talk about politics, sports, art… Then the relationship will be comfortable.
Q: Is there a marriage contract to sign?
MC: Yes, I gather. But I wouldn’t want to disclose these legal details.
Not only has Cheryl revealed how much being molested hurt her, she also has revealed how hurt she was when a tabloid published photos of her looking heavier. Here is a take from People. Be sure to pick up the new issue which hits new stands today if you’d like to read more.
Secretly, however, the two-time Dancing champ, 26, was devastated, and tried everything from nearly starving herself (“Couldn’t do it,” she says) to diet pills (“Nasty – I felt anxious and shaky).”
Ultimately, the weight came off gradually, thanks to her rigorous dance schedule and a focus on eating plenty of vegetables, avoiding preservatives, and allowing for occasional splurges.
“I love carbs and I love chips,” she says. “I’m not going to deprive myself – but instead of eating potato chips I’ll eat Triscuits or low-fat Cheez-Its.”
Lastly, we have a couple of interviews to share with Mark promoting his new album “HurtLoveBox”. The interview below was taken after his concert at the Hard Rock Cafe in Washington D.C..
From MartinGuitar, Mark discusses his musical influences, the new album, and Chelsie. Much more at the link.
Who would you consider some of your biggest musical influences?
MB: I have a wide range. Growing up, there was a lot of flamenco played in my house. I love Paco de Lucía and the Gypsy Kings. So it was that kind of stuff. I’m a huge Eric Clapton fan. I think today—nowadays—I would say that John Mayer is kind of someone I really look up to, and I love his music. I love Stevie Ray Vaughn, as well… Jimi Hendrix, Kurt Cobain, so yeah, all those kind of guys.When you first started performing, did you play a lot of cover songs, or has it always been an original thing for you?
MB: I think my first gig, I remember, was at a place called the Rugby Club in Guildford, England, and we played about half and half. It was about half our own songs and then we did some covers as well. So usually, the set was about six originals and six covers as well.
Have a sweet weekend All!! More soon! 😉 xxx
Congratulations Derek! I’m sure your fans will support you! I can’t wait for this movie to come out! I’m a sucker for dance flicks. One of my favorites is “Take the Lead”. Awesome AWESOME movie!
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Hey Vogue, did you catch the article from Access Hollywood saying Derek Hough is not returning for Season 12?
That article came out after this post, Lisa – I just posted it on PDH. I kinda figured he was out for Season 12, but the original article really wasn’t clear on that at all. AH has a statement from Conrad that they wish Derek well and expect him back in the fall.
Well, if he is REALLY following in the footsteps of Julianne, I won’t hold my breath on that. 🙂 I do get the feeling from Derek, though, that he thinks he can do it all. And maybe he can.
Thanks Guys! I just “updated” the post above with this news and credited you. I am so happy for Derek but, sad he won’t be returning this Season. Some fans in the past have remarked they hoped Derek wouldn’t dance to give their favorite dancer a chance to win. But, I’ve never thought that was the right attitude. I have other favorite dancers, but, I wouldn’t want them to win unless they deserved it and with all the best dancers present. Derek worked hard for every bit of the wins he’s had so far too and it was deserving. He’ll be missed. The show won’t be the same. Anyway, I am happy for him. Here’s to Cobo 3D. I will be in the theatre for sure on it’s release day.
Derek did work hard with who he was given as partners. He really did provide amazing dances on DWTS and his wins and recognition through DWTS is well deserved. He will be missed in season 12.
Do you think he will do a couple of pro numbers when he’s free? I hope so!
Hey just wanted to let you guys know–just saw that Louis is participating in TwitChange. Voting starts in a couple of hours. Erin Andrews & Eliza Dushku are also participating. I think those are the only DWTS related people I saw, but I just glanced over the list. Thought it might make an interesting blog post!
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Okay there are a few more-just went and looked again. Also participating:
Carrie Ann Inaba
Kurt Warner
Warren Sapp
Mark Cuban
As much as we all agree Derek is an amazing part of the show, I am glad to see him further his career as well. Hopefully he will be around for season 13 🙂 and hopefully they get an equally as good pro to replace him (jonathan roberts).
Thei nterview with mark was awesome as well.
Great job bloggers! There’s more going on when the show is off the air! Actually, I’d like to see some new pros-they need a larger base to draw from.
What about Pasha and/or Anya from SYTYCD fame? They have a lot of fans and they have danced on DWTS before. I think people would enjoy seeing them as pros on the show.
I’m so excited and happy for Derek on his new Lead Role in Cobu 3D. What an excellent platform to showcase his charisma, showmanship skills, talents and abilities. I’ve always hoped to see him on the big screen and/or Broadway. Derek is an exciting performer who ignites the dance floor every time he hits it and the Lead Actress, BoA Kwon, Top Recording Artist, seems to be a great performer as well. This should be good! Nice storyline, exciting dance styles, I’m excited to see it!
So good to see his amazing talents and skills recognized and shown on this level. He’s such an inspiration and is an amazing choreographer, performer and teacher who deserves so much credit for the great job that he has done with “all” of his partners. He helped them to exceed their own expectations as well as the expectations of others. No matter what challenges or insecurities they presented, he was able to help them produce some great performances and that says a lot!!
Again, I’m very happy for “you” Derek in case he reads this and it’s been a “JOY” watching him perform every week. I will miss his brilliance, charisma, joy, smile, and his fun and dorky ways!
Good Luck & Congratulations Derek!!-Like Vogue, I will definitely be at the theater when your show opens!-Can’t wait to see it!
Master pimper Mark. He never, ever quits. Best of luck to Derek in his new film role.