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For many years, Apu Nahasapeemapetilon was the most visible South Asian character on American TV. However, his portrayal often relied on a strong accent and the stereotype of a convenience store owner, which many found overly simplistic and harmful. A documentary later revealed how this reinforced negative stereotypes for Indian Americans over multiple generations. Facing criticism, the actor who voiced Apu eventually stopped playing the role, and the character has since been featured much less often to avoid continued controversy.

Ryan Coogler recently shared on the Happy Sad Confused podcast that although using the Kraven character was considered, the studio decided against it.

The film centers on Angelo Doyle, a highly-trained hitman played by Dempsey, who starts developing early-onset Alzheimer’s. As his memory fades, he begins to rediscover his morality. He joins forces with Dutch, a chef and friend played by Imperioli, whose restaurant secretly serves as a base for criminal operations. Together, they must safeguard Angelo’s family from a significant threat.

Four longtime friends finally take the girls’ trip they’ve always dreamed of, heading to Italy with their book club. What starts as a relaxing vacation quickly turns into an unforgettable adventure as secrets come out and plans go awry. The movie brings back the beloved original cast, including Diane Keaton and Jane Fonda, and will be available to stream on December 30th.