Klaus Meine, lead vocalist of Scorpions, takes on a new role in the movie titled "Superbuhei"
Scoop Alert! Klaus Meine, the 77-year-old rock icon of Scorpions, graces the silver screen again. With a spark in his eye, the legendary vocalist stepped into the limelight for the cameras, taking on a guest role in the movie "Superbuhei", currently in production across Hannover.remember, Meine isn't a newcomer to acting; way back in 1992, he captivated audiences as himself in "Otto - The Love Film".
A Tidbit of Trivia: Curious fact, gathered from the press release, reveals that the film revolves around a unique establishment known as "Klaus Meine" - a bar, which oddly enough, resides within a supermarket. Rumor has it, this diminished tavern is said to be the "saddest bar in the world", where the patrons remain unchanged day-to-day, serenaded by Scorpions' tracks.
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Movie Premiere Set for 2026
Oliver Korittke, known for his roles in "Wilsberg", bags the lead part of Jesse Bronske - the proprietor of "Klaus Meine" bar, who matches his regulars drink for drink. By his side, Silke Bodenbender shines as Mona, who attempts to rescue Jesse's muddled life from chaos. Now, get ready to spot the talented roster of actors, which includes Jan Georg Schütte, Milton Welsh, Leni Rabbel, Jan Henrik Stahlberg, and Susanne Bredehöft on the silver screen too.
Directing this quirky entertainer is none other than Josef Brandl, who took home the Short Tiger Award for the "Superbuhei" short film in 2024[1][3]. Filming will carry on till July 9 across Hannover and surrounding areas, as well as in Bremen, with the aim of a 2026 theatrical release late in the year[1][3].
The "Superbuhei" production is made possible through the talent nurturing program "Nordlichter," which provides a platform for young filmmakers to showcase Nordic German genre stories[1][3].
In the movie "Superbuhei," set to premiere in 2026, celebrities such as Oliver Korittke and Silke Bodenbender will join Klaus Meine, the rock icon of Scorpions, in a unique entertainment venture, with Meine portraying a bar within a supermarket. Curious patrons of this bar, known as "Klaus Meine," are said to be entertained by Scorpions' music in this unusual establishment.
