Barbie Back For More? Gerwig Hints at 'Barbie 2'

The live-action ‘Barbie’ film, directed by Greta Gerwig and starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, has become a cultural phenomenon. The movie praised for its witty script and feminist themes, has already grossed over $400 million in a short time. With its success, speculation about a potential sequel has naturally arisen.

A ‘Barbie 2’ without Margot Robbie seems unlikely. However, the story could potentially focus on any number of Barbie characters. The film's ending leaves room for creative exploration of how Robbie's character might be incorporated into a new narrative. 

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Perhaps she would return to the fantastical world of Barbie Land, or maybe more Barbies would arrive in the real world. The possibilities are vast.

While not officially confirmed, Robbie hasn't shut down the idea entirely. She acknowledges the various directions a sequel could take but emphasises focusing on the present success of the film. Ryan Gosling, who stole hearts as Ken, expressed his enthusiasm for returning, stating his willingness to collaborate with Gerwig and Robbie on any project.

The ‘Barbie’ craze has captivated audiences. Even Cillian Murphy, starring in the upcoming ‘Oppenheimer’, has shown openness to playing Ken in a potential sequel. He expressed interest in reading the script and discussing the possibility.

With the immense popularity of the first film, the summer movie season has undoubtedly been infused with ‘Barbenheimer’ mania. Whether a sequel materialises remains to be seen, but the prospect of further adventures in Barbie's world has certainly captured the imagination of fans and industry figures alike.

-Sushmita Sarkar