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The 2023Barbie moviebecame a cultural movement worldwide. The Margot Robbie starrer created several records and won various accolades. The world was taken by the Barbenheimer storm and no one could resist.
Ryan Gosling’s Ken became a vital part of the movie. The actor’s phenomenal performance charmed the viewers who couldn’t help but croon toI’m Just Ken. Recently, an inside source revealed that the actor has been pushing for a sequel and is allegedly seeking a bigger paycheck.
Possible sequel for one of 2023’s biggest movies
Greta Gerwig‘sBarbieswept the audience off their feet in 2023, the movie starred exceptional actors and won several accolades. The movie helped launchMargot Robbie’s career to new heights, but there was one actor no one could take their eyes off.
Ryan Goslingportrayed Ken in the film, who is generally considered an accessory to the classic doll. However,The Fall Guyactor won over the audience with his charismatic performance.
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Accorder to an insider source fromLife & Style, Gosling has been allegedly pushing for a possible sequel of the 2023 film. The actor’s popularity skyrocketed after his role as Ken and the source claimed he wanted to bank off it.
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Ryan understands just how integral Ken became to the film’s popularity. He knows the impact he had on audiences and is making it clear the sequel won’t be the same without him.
However, the source revealed another possible news related to the potential sequel. According to the claims, theLa La Landstar allegedly asked for an increased salary for his participation in the second movie.
According toKOIMOI,the movie made $1.4 billion worldwide, the first movie by a female director to cross $1 billion. The report stated Robbie was paid a salary of $12.5 million.
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Her production company also owned the IP, so she raked in almost $50 million considering the film’s success. On the other hand, Gosling was paid a massive sum of $12.5 million.
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ThoughThe Nice Guysactor may be allegedly ready for a sequel, no official news has been released. According toVariety, the director will say yes to the project the day she discovers a worthwhile script.
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If I find the undertow, then we get it. If I don’t find an undertow, there’s no more.
She spoke at the West Hollywood Edition on 31 July 2025 while being praised as one of Time’s Women of the Year. The filmmaker expressed her love for the movie, stating she had a wonderful time with the actors.
Warner Bros’ co-chairperson and CEO of Warner Bros Motion Picture Group,Pam Abdyalso revealed her thoughts on the subject. Abdy assuredBBCthat the studio is willing to work on a sequel but the final decision lies with Gerwig.
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Barbieis currently available to watch on Max.
Shruti Pathak
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An entertainment writer with a passion for storytelling that transcends genres, Shruti Pathak is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Arts in English. She is also a devoted poetry enthusiast, exploring the beauty of language and emotion through verse. Obsessed with the show Friends, a self-proclaimed swiftie, and inspired by classical literature these are just some characteristics that describe the novice writer. Newly joining FandomWire as an intern writer, she hopes to share her thoughts while sharpening her writing skills on various entertainment topics.
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