Rachel Zegler, known for her role as Snow White in Disney’s live-action adaptation, is reportedly in discussions to portray Princess Jasmine in a new live-stage adaptation of “Aladdin.” This news has sparked significant interest, especially considering Zegler’s recent involvement in Disney’s live-action projects.
The casting of Princess Jasmine has been a topic of discussion among audiences. In the 2019 live-action “Aladdin,” Naomi Scott portrayed the character, delivering a performance that garnered praise for her singing abilities. However, some viewers felt that the portrayal lacked depth, leading to a mixed reception. This sentiment has been echoed in various discussions, including those on Reddit.
Rachel Zegler’s potential casting aligns with Disney’s trend of casting established actresses in iconic roles. Her performance as Snow White has already positioned her as a prominent figure in Disney’s live-action adaptations. Additionally, fan casting platforms have long suggested Zegler for roles like Princess Jasmine, highlighting audience enthusiasm for her in this part.
It’s important to note that while fan suggestions are influential, official casting decisions are made by production teams based on various factors, including the actor’s suitability for the role and their availability. As of now, no official announcements have been made regarding Rachel Zegler’s involvement in the “Aladdin” stage adaptation.
Ariana DeBose deletes Instagram post seemingly criticising Rachel Zegler amid ‘Snow White’ drama
Ariana DeBose deleted an Instagram post quoting criticism of ‘West Side Story’ co-star Rachel Zegler after backlash.
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Ariana DeBose has deleted an Instagram post after quoting criticism aimed at her West Side Story co-star Rachel Zegler. The post, which cited a statement made by Jonah Platt, son of Zegler’s Snow White producer Marc Platt, described Zegler’s “narcissism” as “not something to be coddled or encouraged.”
The quote was originally in response to Zegler’s social media activity, in which she posted “and always remember, free Palestine” following the release of the Snow White trailer.
Jonah Platt claimed her political statement distracted from the film’s promotion and hurt its box office potential. He wrote, “She hijacked the conversation for her own immature desires at the risk of all the colleagues and crew and blue collar workers who depend on that movie to be successful.”
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After reposting the quote on her Instagram story, DeBose faced immediate backlash. She later deleted the post and issued a clarification, writing, “I post quotes all the time and thought this one was meaningful. Will fully cop to the fact that I did not do any research on where this quote came from, nor did I know of the connection until it was pointed out to me.”
DeBose stressed she had “no intention of inserting myself into a news cycle,” and added, “This is not the first time I’ve posted about dealing with narcissism before and it probably won’t be the last, but next time I’ll be sure to clarify its origins first.”
The two actresses first worked together on Steven Spielberg’s 2021 West Side Story, a film that launched Zegler’s career and earned DeBose an Academy Award. Both stars continue to pursue high-profile projects despite growing scrutiny over their public and political statements.
