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A significant point of contention has emerged regarding Men In Black 5, a sequel to the beloved franchise that marks a continuation of the storytelling from Men In Black 3. Recent reports indicate that Sony Pictures, the studio behind the franchise, has chosen to remove Jada Pinkett Smith from a major role in the film—a decision that created considerable friction behind the scenes.

Drama at Sony

According to sources, Will Smith reportedly pressured Sony to include Jada Pinkett Smith in the film, even threatening to walk away from his lucrative $100 million contract if his wife was not included. However, Sony's studio executives ultimately opted to exclude her from the project, citing concerns over her previous box office performances and public perception.