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  • Chris Pratt and Charlie Day Return in “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie,” Opening in PH Cinemas April 4

    Chris Pratt and Charlie Day Return in “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie,” Opening in PH Cinemas April 4

    The Beloved Brothers Launch Their Biggest Adventure Yet

    The world’s most famous gaming siblings are ready for another exciting and heartwarming journey. Mario and Luigi return to the big screen in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, with Chris Pratt and Charlie Day once again voicing the iconic brothers.

    Rejoining the cast are Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach, Jack Black as Bowser, and Keegan-Michael Key as Toad. Adding fresh energy to the story is Brie Larson, who voices Rosalina, a beloved character making her long-awaited big-screen debut.

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    This time, the adventure expands far beyond the Mushroom Kingdom, sending the heroes into dazzling galaxies filled with new allies, familiar faces, and unexpected threats.

    A Mystery From Peach’s Past Sparks a Galactic Mission

    After settling into their new lives in the Mushroom Kingdom, Mario and Luigi soon find themselves pulled into another mission. A mysterious call for help leads them to uncover secrets connected to Princess Peach’s past.

    What begins as a simple investigation quickly turns into a high-stakes cosmic adventure. The brothers are propelled beyond their home world and into strange new realms scattered across the galaxy.

    Along the way, they reunite with trusted friends, meet surprising new allies, and confront a powerful enemy that threatens the peace of multiple worlds.

    Watch the Final Trailer

    Chris Pratt Reflects on Mario’s Heroic Spirit

    For Chris Pratt, stepping back into Mario’s role was an exciting opportunity to bring the beloved character’s determination and optimism to life once again.

    Pratt believes Mario’s true strength lies in his unwavering belief in himself and the people he loves.

    “He is a little guy, but he never gives up,” Pratt says. “He is unstoppable because he believes in himself. He is not boastful; he just shows up for the people he cares about. I love his relationships with his brother, his family and with Peach. No challenge is too big for him, and that is what makes him heroic.”

    The film’s strong focus on brotherhood also resonated deeply with Pratt, who grew up playing the games alongside his own sibling.

    “My brother and I grew up playing the Super Mario games together,” Pratt says. “The film captures something true about having siblings. You know each other your whole life. You go through everything together. Some relationships are fleeting, but siblings are for life. It means a lot to be able to bring that to the screen. When we were kids, my brother always got to play as Mario. Now I finally get my turn.”

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    Charlie Day on Luigi’s Courage and Charm

    Charlie Day was equally excited to revisit Luigi, a character known for balancing fear with loyalty and bravery.

    “Luigi has that underdog sensibility,” Day says. “With Mario, you get the classic hero who runs toward danger to save the day. With Luigi, you have the guy who says, ‘I want to save the day, but I also do not want to get hurt,’ and I think that makes him relatable.”

    Despite his hesitation, Luigi’s devotion to his brother drives him forward.

    “His innocence is something you root for, because he loves his brother enough to follow him anywhere.”

    The actor also reflected on the emotional connection many fans have with the Mario universe.

    “I have a son who is fourteen now, and watching this movie, I became emotional remembering how much joy these games gave me as a kid,” Day says. “I would play with my sister and my friends, and we would get lost in this world. Both through the movie and through watching my son discover gaming on his own brings me back to that time. That is the power of this world.”

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    Coming to Philippine Cinemas This April

    Prepare for a stellar new chapter as The Super Mario Galaxy Movie arrives in Philippine cinemas on Black Saturday, April 4.

    Tickets are now available. Fans can visit their local cinemas or check theater websites for showtimes and booking details.

    Stay updated by following Universal Pictures PH on Facebook, @UniversalPicturesPH on Instagram and @UniversalPicsPH on TikTok

  • 8 Other Platformer Games to Play If You Love Super Mario

    Nintendo’s Super Mario is one of the biggest video game icons (if not the biggest) out there, and it definitely has survived the test of time. After all, the platformer has been around since the ’80s and continues to thrive as Nintendo continues to be innovative with its gameplay while preserving certain elements that everyone loved about the franchise.

    If you’ve played most of the classic Super Mario games out there and are looking for some alternatives before a new game from the franchise arrives, then this list is for you! We’ve listed down eight video games to play if you love Super Mario!

    Shovel Knight

    Available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch

    Released in 2014, Shovel Knight is an action-adventure indie game with an 8-bit retro aesthetic. In this game, you play the eponymous Shovel Knight who wields the Shovel Blade– a weapon he can use for digging and battles. Your quest as the Shovel Knight is to defeat the evil Enchantress and find his lost beloved.

    Hollow Knight

    Available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch

    Here’s another platformer knight to check out. Hollow Knight takes you to Hallownest, a ruined kingdom full of twisting caverns, ancient cities, and bizarre insects. As you progress, you get to develop more power, speed, and spells as the story unfolds. Befriend bugs, battle dangerous monsters, and face over 30 bosses in this charming, haunting, and ultimately fun-to-play indie game.

    Cuphead

    Available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch

    Now a Netflix show, Cuphead is a run-and-gun platform game that gained great popularity because of its eye-popping visuals that are based on classic cartoons from the 1930s. In this game, you play as Cuphead or Mugman as they traverse strange and whimsical worlds in their quest to pay their debt back to the Devil. Aside from the visuals, Cuphead also delivers a fun and challenging gameplay that would engage many players for hours.

    Rayman Series

    Available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and other platforms

    From Ubisoft, Rayman is another popular character when it comes to platform games. The common denominator of every Rayman game is its vibrant world filled with interesting foes and allies, and of course, the hero who has floating body parts and can literally throw a punch to defeat enemies and save the world!

    Braid

    Available on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox

    Braid is a platformer with a time-twisting spin. In this puzzle platformer, you play a character clad in a suit who has the ability to manipulate time in unusual ways, allowing the player to undo their death, dodge enemies in slow motion, and see alternate realities in-game! Much like Super Mario, you need to journey across different worlds to rescue an abducted princess and save the day.

    Little Big Planet 3

    Available on PlayStation

    The Little Big Planet franchise is like the Super Mario of PlayStation. Embark on a quest with Sackboy and his friends across the creativity-powered planet Bunkum. Use the special abilities of OddSock, Swoop, and Toggle to solve puzzles and discover the many surprises hidden in their unexplored world.

    Celeste

    Available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch

    Celeste is a pixel platformer that delivers fun gameplay with beautiful environments and a compelling story to boot. Play as Madeline and embark on a journey to the top of Celeste Mountain, facing its perils and her inner demons and uncovering the mountain’s secrets along the way.

    Super Meat Boy

    Available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch

    Super Meat Boy is the platformer for hardcore gamers, given its ruthless difficulty. Play as the titular piece of meat as he tries to rescue his girlfriend from an evil fetus in a jar. Control Meat Boy across dangerous platforms filled with buzz saws, needles, and other deadly contraptions in over 300 levels sprinkled with epic boss fights.

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