Barbie It became one of the biggest hits of all time, thanks to a completely cohesive piece of cinema featuring perfect characters, with Margot Robbie at the center of it all. But according to a recent report, Robbie wasn't the first to be offered the iconic role. Instead, the role was first offered to DC alum Gal Gadot, and the role only went to Margot after she declined.
While Gal Gadot is also known for her acting skills and on-screen charisma, it's hard to imagine anyone in these slasher shoes Barbie Unlike Margot Robbie, who gave one of the best performances of her career in the billion-dollar blockbuster.
As for the fans, they also feel the same way, with many claiming that it was impossible Barbie To reach the heights she has without Margot Robbie in the driving seat.
After news broke of Gadot's decline, many doubted Gadot's ability to portray such a complex character so easily.
Margot Robbie is celebrated by fans as the perfect one Barbie After casting news Gal Gadot
Barbie The massive success is indicative of the impact of the film's cast, which was also recently nominated for the 2024 SAG Awards. But it could have turned into a very different film with Gal Gadot at the helm.
According to the report, after Gal Gadot turned down the role, Greta Gerwig rewrote the film, with Robbie in mind, and produced one of the greatest films ever made in Hollywood, and also an awards favorite.
After learning about the casting news, fans expressed how relieved they were that Gadot did not end up directing the film on social media platforms like X (formerly known as Twitter).
Ultimately, things went well for the film, and Margot Robbie became one of the most sought-after actresses after the film's success. Barbie.
It's hard to say how things would have turned out if Gal Gadot took on the role, but fans don't want to know that anymore.