English martial artist Scott Adkins (The Bourne Ultimatum;Ninja: Shadow of a Tear) and Thai star Tony Jaa (Ong Bak) are in discussions to join the Kickboxer reboot. The film will be directed by Stephen Fung (Tai Chi Zero) and will star UFCs George St. Pierre, stunt man Alain Moussi, and Dave Bautista (Guardians of the Galaxy). Moussi will star as martial artist Kurt Sloan, who travels to Thailand tolearn kickboxing techniques andavenge his brothers death at the hands ofTong Po (Bautista). Adkins is looking at the role of Kurts older brother, while Jaa has his sights on the Muay Thai master who trains Kurt. Radar Films Ted Field, Dimitri Logothetis, and Nick Celozzi are producing. Mike Weber and Peter Meyer will executive produce. [Deadline]

Rachel Brosnahan (House of Cards) and David Call will star in the indie thriller Americana. Zachary Shedd is writing and directing the film, which is said to be an indie take on the San Francisco-based thrillers from the 70s. Call will play recovering alcoholic and hopeful film editor, Avery Wells, who must investigate the death of his movie star sister (Brosnahan). [The Wrap]

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Mothers Day is coming and to help you choose the perfect way to show your love to mom, Hotels.com recommends top seven SPAs in Bangkok to visit with your mom on Mothers Day.

Mothers day is the perfect time to tell your mom how much you love her and show her how much you appreciate all she does for you. And what better way to celebrate moms special day by treating her to having a truly relaxing day that helps her sooth away tensions and rejuvenate the entire body with premium facial and body treatment, massage and spa.

Hotels.com recommends top seven spas in Bangkok to celebrate Mothers day.

CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La Hotel, Bangkok --- 5 star

Re-energise your 'chi' ,or vital energy, with one of the largest and most luxurious private spa suites in Bangkok, CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La Hotel, Bangkok. Originated from the traditional Chinese philosophy, CHI The Spa helps to restore the balance of mind and body through a variety of treatments include 30 minutes head-to-toe exclusive programmes, ranging from traditional massages, body wraps, facial treatments, hand and foot care, and the special CHI's signature packages.

Rooms at Shangri-La Hotel, Bangkok start at 5,207* THB per room per night.

i.sawan Residential Spa & Club at Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel, Bangkok ---5 star

Embracing the mythical concept of the fifth level of heaven, i.sawan Residential Spa & Club is located on the 5th floor of the Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel. The spa consists of six residential spa cottages, nine and treatment bungalows. The spa packages are based on the principles of purity, energy, harmony and Thai philosophy including the three hours Signature Escape package, the Asian Aromatherapy massage, Age-defying Hydration Facial, Infinite Loving Pedicure and Manicure and much more.

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MIRI: Mention Zumba and almost anyone would give a vigorous nod, indicating how famous the name is, and how it has set young and old twirling to the same workout these days.

In short, Zumba is becoming a household word here and worldwide too, for those who love exercise to keep fit and of course, stay healthy.

Joining the health fad is Gymkhana Club Miri (GCM), where it charges just RM6 per person per session for club members and RM10 for non-members.

The Zumba dance class is held at its multi-purpose hall on Wednesdays and Fridays, with Filipino instructors Joe Michael P Sanguyo and Julito or Lito Ame. To join the class, call GCM at 085-434655.

As Zumba has overtaken aerobics as a fitness workout, one ponders the origin of the Latin-sounding dance.

Beto Perez was an aerobics instructor from Colombia, but found it quite a boring routine. One day, in the 1990s when he went to class, he left his regular aerobics music at home. He looked into his bag, took out some salsa and meringue tapes, popped them into the sound system, and taught the first-ever Zumba class.

He realised that traditional salsa and meringue music with a combination of non-traditional aerobic music was a good mix for a dance workout.

He tried it out and finding the initial success in Columbia, he moved to the US in 2001 where he teamed up with a co-founder Alberto Periman and a childhood friend, Coo Alberto Aghiton.

The trio produced a demo reel and the concept was discovered and licensed by a company Fitness Quest which was established to create a direct marketing campaign and a line of home video.

As Zumba offers different options, its proponents claim that it is safe for all ages. Some classes are aimed at the elderly, to build strength, improve motion and posture, and of course, to socialise.

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