Gal Gadot Cast as Malevolent Monarch in Upcoming ‘Snow White’ Reimagining

Gal Gadot is close to signing a deal with Disney to portray the wicked queen in the upcoming live-action adaptation of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

As per a report from Hollywood Reporter, Disney is currently in the last stages of talks with Gal Gadot to portray the evil stepmother in the forthcoming live-action retelling of Snow White. Drawing inspiration from the classic 1938 animated film, Gadot’s character is renowned for her iconic line: “Mirror mirror on the wall, who’s the most beautiful of them all?” The long-awaited project, in the works since 2016, will be helmed by Marc Webb, the renowned director behind hits like The Amazing Spider-Man and 500 Days of Summer. Casting Rachel Zegler, a person of color, as Snow White sparked debate due to the departure from the traditional portrayal in the animated film. However, Zegler’s impressive singing and dancing abilities make her an ideal match for the musical direction that Disney is envisioning.

Reviews have praised Gal Gadot’s stunning looks as perfectly suitable for the character of the Evil Queen.

The news has just been revealed that Rachel Zegler, a young actress, will be taking on the iconic role of Snow White in Disney’s new adaptation. And it seems like Gal Gadot could be stepping into the shoes of the evil queen – a role that may allow her to showcase her acting range. Known for her portrayal of strong female characters, Gadot has gained popularity for her role in Wonder Woman. Taking on a villainous role like the queen is sure to be a fresh and exciting challenge for her. Fans are definitely buzzing with anticipation upon hearing this exciting announcement.

Charlize Theron was once hailed as the ultimate Evil Queen in Universal’s Snow White adaptation. However, there are concerns among viewers that Gal Gadot’s beauty may steal the spotlight from Rachel Zegler’s portrayal of Snow White in the upcoming film. This is a recurring issue in previous Snow White adaptations, such as in Mirror Mirror (2012) where Julia Roberts’ Queen stole the show from Lily Collins’ Snow White with her charisma. Similarly, in Snow White and the Huntsman (2012), Charlize Theron’s captivating Evil Queen overshadowed Kristen Stewart’s Snow White. Fans are hoping that Disney will give Snow White a more endearing personality in their live-action version to balance out the allure of the Evil Queen.