### Jared Leto, John Mulaney, and Lupita Nyong'o to Star in Searchlight Pictures' "Lunik Heist"

A star-studded cast has been announced for the upcoming film "Lunik Heist," which will be produced by Searchlight Pictures and directed by Kemp Powers. This Cold War-era caper, inspired by a true story, will feature Jared Leto, John Mulaney, and Lupita Nyong'o in leading roles.

The film's narrative, penned by Powers himself, revolves around a daring 1959 mission where the American government attempts to steal a Soviet spacecraft during an expedition in Mexico City. It takes its premise from an article by Jeff Maysh that appeared in the MIT Technology Review.

"We're so thrilled to bring together such an exceptional team," said Matthew Greenfield, the president of Searchlight Pictures. "With the extraordinary talents of Jared, Lupita, and John, led by the visionary Kemp, 'Lunik Heist' is a wild, roller-coaster ride, filled with subterfuge and unlikely heroes."

Jared Leto, an Academy Award winner for his role in "Dallas Buyers Club," is known for his performances in "Blade Runner 2049," "Requiem for a Dream," and "House of Gucci." He will also be seen in the upcoming film "Tron: Ares."

Lupita Nyong'o, who won an Oscar for her performance in "12 Years a Slave," has starred in "Black Panther," "Us," and "The Wild Robot." She made her Broadway debut in "Eclipsed" and is set to appear in the Public Theater's production of "The Twelfth Night."

John Mulaney, a talented comedian and actor, joins the cast to bring his unique charm and wit to the screenplay.

Kemp Powers, an Oscar nominee known for co-directing "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" and writing "One Night in Miami," will both write and direct "Lunik Heist."

Director of Development Zahra Phillips will be overseeing the project for Searchlight Pictures, reporting to the Head of Production and Development DanTram Nguyen.