Rockin' It Up: Nick Jonas Steps into the KISS Biopic as Paul Stanley
Showcasing KISS icon Paul Stanley in his role - Man recognized as Kiss co-founder and lead guitarist, Paul Stanley.
Wanna rock and roll all night? So does Nick Jonas (32), who might be diving headfirst into one helluva career challenge yet. Word's out from the pages of industry rag "Deadline" that this former Disney star's in deep talks for the main gig in "Shout It Out Loud" - a KISS biopic focusing on the monumental 70s origins of the legendary rock band.
If the talks go south of heaven, Jonas'll slip into the silver platform boots of Paul Stanley (73), a band frontman who marked the music scene with spectacular stage performances and makeup that left a fiery, indelible signature. Production's set to kick off towards the end of 2025.
Aiming High with Paul Stanley's Iconic Vocals
Buckle up, 'cause Jonas's got his sights set on the throaty, uncanny vocals of Stanley. But he ain't just gonna coast; he's gunning for authenticity. With his roots in pop group Jonas Brothers and a bundle of Broadway roles, including "Les Misérables," "Hairspray," and "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying," he's got a strong foundation for tackling Stanley's powerful, distinctive sound. And if you've ever watched him slug it out in the MMA series "Kingdom," you know he ain't scared of a challenge.
A Million-Buck Production in the Making
"Shout It Out Loud" has been brewing for years now, with KISS members Gene Simmons (75) and Paul Stanley, alongside their manager Doc McGhee (75), at the helm. Just who's gonna slip into Simmons' tights, though? That's a question yet unanswered.
Just like KISS with over 100 million albums under their gold-studded belts, this rock band's one of the most influential in the history of rock 'n' roll—not to mention their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2014. Hits like "Rock and Roll All Nite" resounded through generations, and this film's set to spill the beans on the real faces behind the makeup.
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- Paul Stanley
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In the upcoming KISS biopic, "Shout It Out Loud," Nick Jonas is set to portray Paul Stanley, delving into the band's iconic 1970s era and its groundbreaking origin story, slated for filming at the end of 2025. Nick Jonas, aiming for authenticity, is eager to emulate Paul Stanley's powerful, distinctive vocals that have marked him as one of rock's most influential performers.
