Simu Liu in talks to star in live-action movie ‘Barbie’

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Warner Bros Barbie doll film is a project that has been started and stopped many times over the years. However, it seems that things are quickly picking up as a big star is in talks to enter the pink plastic world of the famous doll.

According to an exclusive report published by The Hollywood Reporter Simu Liu is in talks to join the cast. Simu Liu, best known for his recent role in Marvel’s hit blockbuster Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings and his role in the series sitcom Kim’s Convenience, will join several other big names associated with the project. Shang-Chi is one of the highest-grossing films of the pandemic era, grossing $432 million globally, so companies are no doubt hoping that Liu’s star power will help. Barbie doll movie.

Margot Robbie, known for her roles in Suicide Squad and Once upon a time in Hollywood, will play the lead role in the movie. It is said that she will take on the role of a typical plastic doll. Robbie will also produce the film through her production company LuckyChap. Robbie Brenner from Mattel Films and David Heyman will co-produce the film.

Along with Robbie, two other big names are currently attached to the project. Heartthrob Ryan Gosling, a post-doll movie expert Lars and the Real Girl, was set aside to play Ken, Barbie’s sometimes boyfriend. Additionally, America Ferrera has joined the cast with a currently unknown role.

However, the most fascinating thing about Barbie doll film is the writing group. Greta Gerwig, best known for her role as a 2017 Oscar-nominated screenwriter and director Orange beetle and her performance in Frances Ha and Wiener-Dog, teamed up with her boyfriend and longtime collaborator, Noah Baumbach, who is best known for the 2019 film marriage story, to write scripts. Currently, there is very little information about this conspiracy. However, the talent involved suggests it will be something special. Totally unlike any toy the audience has ever seen.

Present, Barbie doll The film has no official release date. However, now that the actors are being announced, we can expect an update on the film’s expected schedule soon.