Glen Powell BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.
Glen Powell is making headlines this week for multiple reasons. According to Extra and Collider, his long-awaited turn as *Ben Richards* in Edgar Wright’s *The Running Man* is days away from global release, drawing major attention not only for its relentless action and big box office projections—Box Office Pro suggests $40-50 million opening—but also because Powell personally called Arnold Schwarzenegger to get his blessing on the remake. Arnold has been supportive and is even set to see an early screening. Powell emphasized how the film is more faithful to the original Stephen King novel and shared the intense training required for the grueling role, joking that surviving the shoot was a crucible of its own.
The star’s career momentum is undeniable. Coming off 2022’s *Top Gun: Maverick* and subsequent hits like *Twisters* and *Anyone But You*, Powell has rapidly become Hollywood’s next blockbuster anchor, drawing comparisons to Tom Cruise. His charm is being credited with reviving projects and even setting new benchmarks for box office resilience in a challenging year for Stephen King adaptations. In interviews with outlets like Screen Rant, he’s cited as a pivotal factor in audience turnouts and long box office legs.
On the entrepreneurial front, Powell’s Smash Kitchen brand is making waves this week with the announcement of a major expansion. As revealed in both AOL and Entrepreneur, Smash Kitchen is rolling out a full lineup of cooking oils and sprays—organic avocado, olive, and coconut—building on Powell’s mantra of making affordable, healthy pantry staples mainstream. The actor is hands-on, test-driving every product, and his partners Sean Kane and Sameer Mehta confirm Powell aims to revolutionize American pantries by blending wellness, flavor, and cost-accessibility. This move comes after getting Smash Kitchen’s condiments on Walmart shelves nationwide.
In the industry rumor mill, Powell has once again quashed speculation about joining the superhero ranks in Marvel or DC. In candid interviews with Collider and CBR, he made clear he’s not chasing any caped crusader roles, preferring grounded, relatable characters. While fan casting abounds—from Nova to Green Lantern—Powell says he’s more drawn to ordinary men facing extraordinary odds.
Meanwhile, Powell’s producing role on the Texas Chainsaw Massacre reboot was clarified this week. As confirmed by The News and IMDb, the actor is not starring, but is producing the reboot, promising fans he’ll do justice to the horror classic with director JT Mollner. This public correction ended weeks of speculation about his potential lead role.
On the public appearance front, Powell is gearing up to host *SNL* for the first time, an experience he describes as a top bucket list item for his entire family. He’s admitted to feeling good nerves and is looking forward to bringing his signature playfulness to the stage.
Social media is buzzing with support and anticipation for *The Running Man* premiere, Powell’s SNL debut, and the new Smash Kitchen products. Fans and brands alike are amplifying Powell’s posts and interviews, while industry insiders spotlight his role in shaping both Hollywood and the wellness market.
Long-term, these developments mark Powell’s transformation from reliable ensemble player to genuine leading man with diverse influence—across cinema, business, and pop culture.
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