Cillian Murphy Enthusiastically Confirms Willingness to Play Ken in Barbie 2
While Cillian seems ready for Barbie 2, there are reports suggesting that there is no sequel currently in the pipeline.
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00:00 Actor Cillian Murphy is on cloud nine as his latest movie, Oppenheimer, directed by Christopher
00:05 Nolan, gathers ravishing reviews for his outstanding performance.
00:09 The film has been receiving appreciation but it also faced a box office clash with Margaret
00:14 Robbie and Ryan Gosling's Barbie, which is racking in significant earnings.
00:20 In a recent interview with Semifinalists, the talented actor was asked about the possibility
00:25 of playing Ken in Barbie 2, to which he replied, "Would I play a Ken in Barbie 2?
00:29 Sure, yeah, let's read the script, let's have a conversation.
00:33 I can't wait to see it."
00:35 While Cillian seems ready for Barbie 2, there are reports suggesting that there is no sequel
00:40 currently in the pipeline.
00:42 Greta, the director of Barbie, shared with Entertainment Tonight earlier this month,
00:46 "Honestly, I'm just focused on getting this one out and crossing all my fingers and
00:51 toes, and then we'll see what happens after that."
00:55 Robert Barbie and Oppenheimer have been performing exceptionally well at the box office.
00:59 However, Barbie surpassed Oppenheimer in the US box office, while in India, Oppenheimer
01:05 takes the lead.
01:07 Oppenheimer has been widely praised for its powerful narrative and Cillian Murphy's
01:11 captivating portrayal of the central character.
01:14 The movie delves into the intriguing life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the brilliant scientist
01:20 who played a pivotal role in the development of the atomic bomb.
01:24 On the other hand, Barbie has proven to be massive hit, captivating audiences with its
01:28 charm and compiling storyline.
01:31 The film's success has raised speculations about the potential for a sequel, with fans
01:35 eagerly awaiting further updates.
01:39 the box office.
01:45 (upbeat music)