In a recent conversation, Gal Gadot shared her thoughts on a potential role for Margot Robbie. The talented actress expressed her belief that Robbie would be an excellent choice to portray Barbie in a live-action adaptation of the beloved doll. Gadot, who is slated to star in the upcoming Barbie film under the direction of Greta Gerwig, didn’t hesitate to commend Robbie’s exceptional abilities and striking beauty. While it remains uncertain whether Robbie will embrace the suggestion, the evident mutual regard and admiration between the two actresses is undeniable.
When it comes to imagining someone else taking on the legendary character of Barbie, it’s quite challenging. However, Margot Robbie had a unique perspective as she initially saw Gal Gadot as the ideal choice for the role.
In a recent interview with Flaut magazine, Gal Gadot, aged 38, shared her admiration and praise for Margot Robbie. Published on August 11th, the interview focused on Gadot being the top choice for the lead role in the much-anticipated Barbie movie, as expressed by Robbie. Gadot warmly spoke about Robbie, describing her as a person you’d instantly want to befriend and someone who brings immense talent and qualities to the table. The kind words from Robbie deeply touched Gadot, who couldn’t contain her excitement for both Robbie and the upcoming Barbie movie. While Gadot won’t be portraying Barbie herself, her unique persona became an inspiration for the casting directors and Robbie during their search for the ideal actors to portray each doll character in the enchanting world of BarbieLand.
Actress Margot Robbie, who holds the role of executive producer for the upcoming Barbie film, praised Gal Gadot by comparing her to the embodiment of “Barbie energy.” Despite Gadot’s exquisite beauty being the obvious attention grabber, Robbie firmly believes that it is Gadot’s genuine kindness and boundless enthusiasm that make her an ideal fit for the role. At first, Robbie didn’t even consider playing the lead character herself, until the renowned director Greta Gerwig joined the project. While Robbie expressed her enthusiasm for producing the film, she also emphasized her contentment in allowing others to take on the acting responsibilities.
Greta had already imagined the sight of Robbie confidently strutting in those one-of-a-kind pink heels. Initially unsure, Robbie hesitated when Greta brought up the idea. However, Greta persisted, going the extra mile and crafting an extraordinary role specifically tailored for Robbie. Deeply grateful, Robbie appreciates Greta’s unwavering support and invaluable contribution.
Robbie and the movie crew had initially envisioned Ryan Gosling to play the character of Ken in their film. Gosling’s name was already included in the script, alongside Margot Robbie and Barbie’s names. However, Robbie mentioned that it wasn’t an easy task to convince Gosling to take on the role, as he expressed hesitancy in committing. In spite of this hurdle, the filmmakers persevered and managed to convince Gosling to join the cast. Robbie, on the other hand, had concerns about the portrayal of Barbie in the movie. She wanted to ensure that the film was self-aware and showcased a more varied representation of individuals, as opposed to the typical stereotype of a flawless, blonde woman. To fulfill this goal, Robbie enlisted other talented actresses to join the cast, such as Issa Rae, who takes on the role of President Barbie, Alexandra Shipp portraying Writer Barbie, and Hari Nef as Doctor Barbie.
