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Giant’ Opens in UK Cinemas as Prince Naseem Hamed Disputes Its Portrayal

Hamed rejects the film as largely fictional, vowing to present his own account in a forthcoming documentary.

Overview

  • The biopic, written and directed by Rowan Athale, stars Amir El‑Masry as Hamed with Pierce Brosnan as trainer Brendan Ingle and carries an executive producer credit for Sylvester Stallone.
  • Hamed says he had no input in the production and claims most of the story is fabricated, calling out its depiction of his split with Ingle.
  • He says he plans a documentary series to tell his version of events, describing discussions involving Mark Wahlberg and outlining broader projects to revisit his career.
  • Early reviews range from praise for Brosnan and El‑Masry to critiques of the film’s focus and boxing sequences, reflecting a mixed critical reception.
  • The movie centers on Hamed’s long relationship with Ingle and their financial rift, with coverage highlighting reports of a roughly 25% earnings arrangement; Ingle died in 2018.