Gal Gadot is currently in final negotiations with Disney to play the role of the evil queen in the live-action version of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
According to a report by Hollywood Reporter, Disney is in the final stages of negotiations with Gal Gadot to play the villainous stepmother in the upcoming live-action adaptation of Snow White. The film is based on the classic 1938 animated movie and Gadot’s character is known for her famous line: “Mirror mirror on the wall, who’s the fairest of them all?” The project has been in development since 2016 and will be directed by Marc Webb, known for his successful films like The Amazing Spider-Man and 500 Days of Summer. The casting of Rachel Zegler, a woman of color, as Snow White caused controversy as it deviates from the traditional depiction of the character in the animated version. However, Zegler’s singing and dancing skills make her a great fit for the musical style that Disney is aiming for.
Gal Gadot’s beauty is deemed a great fit for the role of Evil Queen, according to reviews.
The young actress Rachel Zegler has been announced to play Snow White in Disney’s upcoming adaptation. It can be said that the role of the evil queen in Snow White will be an opportunity for Gal Gadot to explore her acting abilities. Rising to fame from her role in the superhero film Wonder Woman, Gadot has often been typecast in roles of strong women. Playing the villainous queen is expected to be a memorable departure for her. Fans have expressed their excitement upon hearing the news.
Charlize Theron was once dubbed the most seductive Evil Queen of Universal. However, some viewers are concerned that Gal Gadot’s beauty will overshadow Rachel Zegler’s lead role in the upcoming Snow White movie. This phenomenon has often occurred in previous Snow White films. In Mirror Mirror (2012), Julia Roberts played the Queen and her charisma and charm outshone Lily Collins’ portrayal of Snow White. In Snow White and the Huntsman (2012), Charlize Theron brought a more outstanding Evil Queen with looks and allure that surpassed Kristen Stewart’s Snow White. Therefore, fans hope that Disney will give the main character of Snow White a warmer personality in their upcoming live-action version.