一 | Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson are officially returning to the Hunger Games universe. This marks a major moment for fans of the global blockbuster franchise. The two original leads will reprise their iconic roles as Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark in The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. Lionsgate’s upcoming prequel film is slated to hit theatres on November 20, 2026. Though the studio has kept details under wraps, they are expected to be seen in a flash-forward scene. The franchise’s filmmaker, Francis Lawrence, returns for the film, which adapts Suzanne Collins’ newly released novel of the same name. The story unfolds on the morning of the reaping for the 50th Hunger Games. This is set 24 years before Katniss’ own uprising. The already confirmed cast includes Ralph Fiennes as President Snow, Jesse Plemons as Plutarch Heavensbee, Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Beetee, Kieran Culkin as Caesar Flickerman, and Elle Fanning portraying Effie Trinket. The cast also features Joseph Zada, Glenn Close, McKenna Grace, Maya Hawke and Whitney Peak. Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson are officially set to return as Katniss and Peeta in ‘THE HUNGER GAMES: SUNRISE ON THE REAPING’ pic.twitter.com/tlfSg1252i — Film Updates (@FilmUpdates) December 11, 2025 The original franchise, led by Lawrence, Hutcherson and Liam Hemsworth, became a box-office phenomenon. The film collected over $3.3 billion worldwide across five films. Fans last saw Katniss and Peeta in 2015’s Mockingjay Part 2. The 2015 film closes out their story as a married couple raising children in a post-war Panem. Their surprise return signals a nostalgic bridge between the earlier series and this new chapter. Fans have been waiting for this moment for over a decade. The screenplay is set to be done by Billy Ray. Longtime franchise producers Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson continue their stint through their production banner Color Force. Sunrise on the Reaping follows the 2023 prequel The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, which explored President Snow’s early years. The cast of ‘THE HUNGER GAMES: SUNRISE ON THE REAPING’ includes: • Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss Everdeen• Josh Hutcherson as Peeta Mellark• Joseph Zada as Haymitch Abernathy • Whitney Peak as Lenore Dove Baird• Ralph Fiennes as President Snow• Elle Fanning as… pic.twitter.com/zpQlvK4rqH — Film Updates (@FilmUpdates) December 11, 2025 Jennifer Lawrence recently earned a Golden Globe nomination for Die My Love, while Josh Hutcherson reprises his role in Five Nights at Freddy’s 2. With their comeback, anticipation for the next Hunger Games instalment has surged to greater heights.Also Read: Hunger Games Teaser: A First Look At The Deadly 50th Games。 Ranveer Singh has publicly apologised after criticism erupted over his mimicry of a pivotal scene from Rishab Shetty's Kantara: Chapter 1 during the IFFI 2025 closing ceremony in Goa. The moment drew strong reactions because Rishabh was seated in the audience, and many felt Ranveer’s imitation came across as insensitive, especially after he referred to the daivas as “ghosts.” Social media users quickly called out the act, saying it disrespected cultural beliefs shown in the film. On Tuesday morning, Ranveer addressed the situation through a statement on his Instagram Stories. He clarified that his intention was only to appreciate Rishabh Shetty’s craft, writing, “My intention was to highlight Rishabh's incredible performance in the film. Actor to actor, I know how much it would take to perform that particular scene in the way that he did, for which he has my utmost admiration (sic).” Emphasising his respect for cultural diversity, he added, “I have always deeply respected every culture, tradition and belief in our country. If I've hurt anyone's sentiments, I sincerely apologise.” The controversy began when Ranveer recreated Shetty’s Daiva performance from the film’s climax and praised him directly from the stage. During his bit, he said, "I watched Kantara Chapter 1 in theatres, and Rishab, it was an outstanding performance, especially when the female ghost (Chamundi daiva) enters your body - that shot was amazing." While Rishabh Shetty was seen laughing in the moment, many later pointed out that calling daivas ghosts was inaccurate and disrespectful, as they are considered forest deities. Things escalated when additional footage surfaced showing Rishabh Shetty advising Ranveer not to mimic him, which sparked even more backlash. The moment has now opened a wider conversation about how public figures refer to culturally significant performances on major platforms. Ranveer’s apology continues to circulate online, drawing a mix of understanding and criticism. Rishabh has not issued a formal statement, and Ranveer is preparing for the release of Dhurandhar later this week.Also Read: Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh’s exchange over Ranveer’s Madame Tussauds statues wins hearts。
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