Rockstar in the Making: Nick Jonas Tapped as Potential Paul Stanley in Upcoming Kiss Biopic
Actor Nick Jonas set to portray KISS frontman Paul Stanley in an upcoming biopic.
Gear up for an electrifying transformation! Rumor has it that Nick Jonas, erstwhile Disney heartthrob, is in the running to breathe life into the iconic character, Paul Stanley, in the upcoming biopic "Shout It Out Loud." Slated to hit the screens in late 2025, this rock-based extravaganza revolves around the legendary band Kiss and their meteoric rise to fame in the 1970s.
Should Nick Jonas snag the role, this could well be the most daring challenge of his acting career to date. According to industry insider "Deadline," Jonas is in advanced negotiations for this coveted role. Notably, he'll be taking on the demanding task of recreating Stanley's unmistakable, impassioned vocal style.
Bearing impressive musical credentials, the 32-year-old Jonas rose to fame with the pop quartet Jonas Brothers and graced the stage in various Broadway productions like "Les Misérables," "Hairspray," and "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying." On the acting front, he showcased his martial arts prowess in the mixed martial arts series "Kingdom."
The Search for Gene Simmons' Doppelgänger
Controversy surrounds the casting of another Kiss legend – Gene Simmons. Reports suggest that the team behind "Shout It Out Loud" is yet to find a suitable actor for this role. Kiss veterans Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, and their manager Doc McGhee are producing the film, which is bound to regale us with the captivating tale of the band's journey to superstardom, with an emphasis on Stanley and Simmons' triumphant makeup designs.
For over four decades, Kiss has left an indelible mark on rock music, selling more than 100 million albums worldwide. They earned their place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2014, and their anthems like "Rock and Roll All Nite" continue to resonate with fans across generations. With the film's release on the horizon, the anticipation mounts to witness the breathtaking retelling of Kiss's history.
[1] - Entertainment Weekly: "Kiss Biopic 'Shout It Out Loud' in the Works with Studio Canvas"[2] - Billboard: "Kiss Biopic in Development from Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley at StudioCanal"
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Prepare to be enthralled as the hunt for Gene Simmons' doppelgänger continues, while Nick Jonas moves closer to embodying the electrifying Paul Stanley in the upcoming biopic "Shout It Out Loud". This anticipated film, set to release in late 2025, promises a rock-filled, captivating journey through the legendary band Kiss's rise to fame, with a focus on the bold makeup designs of Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley.
Dive into the world of movies-and-tv and keep an eye out on Entertainment Weekly and Billboard for updates on this highly-anticipated Rockstar biopic!
