Thescreescore – While Greta Gerwig’s involvement in a Barbie sequel remains shrouded in mystery, America Ferrera, star of the acclaimed survival drama The Lost Bus, has unveiled a captivating vision for Barbie 2, complete with a surprising casting choice. Speaking at the Toronto International Film Festival, Ferrera, when prompted about the possibility of a sequel, playfully suggested that the stellar cast would patiently await Gerwig’s lead, given her current commitments to the Chronicles of Narnia reboot. However, the conversation took a delightful turn when the topic shifted to a potential role for her The Lost Bus co-star, Matthew McConaughey. Ferrera enthusiastically declared McConaughey the perfect "King of Kens," a proposition that McConaughey himself playfully endorsed, even suggesting a catchy theme song, "Capital K Ken."
The original Barbie film’s staggering $1.44 billion box office success makes a sequel a seemingly inevitable prospect for Warner Bros. However, Gerwig’s deep involvement in the Narnia franchise, spanning at least two films, casts a shadow of uncertainty over the timeline for Barbie 2. Her commitments extend well beyond the 2026 release of The Magician’s Nephew, leaving the future of a Barbie sequel hanging in the balance.
Our take? McConaughey’s casting as King Ken wouldn’t be a stretch. The original film showcased numerous A-list cameos, seamlessly integrating them into the vibrant world of Barbie Land. McConaughey’s signature laid-back charm would provide a hilarious counterpoint to Ryan Gosling’s earnest Ken, potentially igniting a comedic rivalry worthy of the big screen. A "Capital K Ken" song? Pure cinematic gold. But with Gerwig’s schedule currently packed, whether this intriguing vision will ever become reality remains to be seen. The wait, however, is certainly making for some exciting speculation.
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