As new glimpses and interviews emerge, anticipation for the romantic comedy film Barbie continues to steadily grow. In a recent interview, Ryan Gosling, set to portray Ken alongside Oscar nominee Margot Robbie, shared a captivating detail about his character. The continuous flow of updates and revelations is steadily fueling the mounting excitement surrounding the movie.
In the highly anticipated live-action Barbie movie, directed by Greta Gerwig, details on Ryan Gosling’s character are still under wraps. The actor has hinted that Ken will be grappling with personal challenges. In a playful manner, Gosling humorously commented that the trials and tribulations of Ken life may even surpass those of his character in the film Gray Man.
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Ryan Gosling Explains His Character In Barbie
Now, Ryan Gosling has offered a sneak peek into the film by sharing behind-the-scenes clips from the set. The actor has provided insights into his character Ken and has revealed intriguing details about the film’s storyline. Fans eagerly await further updates as the project continues to unfold.
“Ken’s got no money, he’s got no job, he’s got no car, he’s got no house. He’s going through some stuff,” Gosling to Variety. “Ken life is even harder than the ‘Gray Man’ life, I think.” While talking about the plot of the movie, “It’s not what you think it is, unless it is. And then you know what it is, but I don’t think that’s what you think it is. Wait, what are we talking about?”
During his introduction to the character of Ken, Ryan Gosling expressed a sense of personal identification, humorously stating that he felt as though this role was something he had been destined for his entire life. He playfully remarked that he “felt seen” upon taking on the iconic character. Gosling’s connection with Ken adds an extra layer of enthusiasm to his involvement in the film. “Finally, it’s happening. This has been coming my whole life,” he said.
Ryan Gosling Believes Characters Like Ken Go Unnoticed
Ryan Gosling shared that he experienced a sense of self-recognition while portraying Ken in the film. He expressed his belief that many individuals who identify with the character of Ken will also feel a sense of resonance when they watch the movie. Gosling playfully emphasized the importance of representing Kens, as they often go overlooked, and expressed his determination to bring their stories to life on the screen.
“I felt like I was seeing myself,” he said. “I think a lot of Kens will feel seen when they see this. Gotta do it for the Kens. Nobody plays with the Kens.”
Under the directorial guidance of Greta Gerwig, the highly anticipated film, scheduled for release on July 21, 2023, boasts an ensemble of esteemed actors. Margot Robbie takes on the lead role as Barbie, accompanied by a star-studded cast including America Ferrera, Issa Rae, Emma Mackey, Ncuti Gatwa, Emerald Fennell, Hari Nef, Simu Liu, and Kate McKinnon.
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