Disney’s Live-Action ‘Snow White’ Faces Backlash Once Again Over Racher Zegler’s Political Comments

As a gamer with a heart for movies and a keen interest in behind-the-scenes drama, I find myself constantly intrigued by Hollywood’s latest twists and turns. The upcoming Snow White live-action remake, starring Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot, has been quite the rollercoaster ride, with its share of controversies that have left fans scratching their heads.


Disney has been delighting in transforming its cherished animated movies into live-action productions, which many are familiar with. Some of these adaptations, like The Jungle Book, Beauty and the Beast, and The Lion King, were massive successes, but others were considered flops that few, not even Disney, care to revisit. At the same time, the company continues to develop live-action remakes of the same stories, regardless of fan opinion.

The upcoming “Snow White” film featuring Rachel Zegler in the lead role has stirred up quite a bit of controversy. It’s received criticism on various fronts such as casting choices, impressive visual effects, and its portrayal of the Dwarves. As is often the case with movies, there have also been detractors who claim it leans too much towards being “woke”.

Currently, a fresh wave of discussion has surfaced, as Rachel Zegler’s latest tweets have sparked debate among fans, suggesting that her professional bond with her co-star, Gal Gadot, may not be ideal according to some interpretations. This has been met with disapproval by certain fans.

Hey there fellow gaming enthusiasts! In my last update, I shared that Gal Gadot will be the main baddie in the upcoming movie. On the other hand, Rachel Zegler seems to be putting a lot of focus on the musical aspect of Snow White’s tale, as she’s no stranger to these kinds of productions. It’s still uncertain if Gal Gadot will join her in the singing department.

Meanwhile, the audience’s response to the movie continues to be a puzzle given all the debates it has sparked, leading to certain adjustments in the final version. However, these debates persist, and the latest one was ignited by Zegler herself, as some viewers suspect she may be criticizing or teasing her co-star, Gal Gadot, through this tweet:

and always remember, free palestine.

— rachel zegler (she/her/hers) (@rachelzegler) August 12, 2024

I’ve just shared a tweet echoing Zegler’s sentiments following the launch of the Snow White trailer. Her initial message, which I’ve reported earlier, read: “I love you all so much! Thank you for the love and for 120 million views on our trailer in just 24 hours! What a whirlwind. I’m right in the middle of rehearsals for Romeo + Juliet, so I’ll sign off for now.” However, unexpectedly, she made a comment related to Palestine, and some fans feel this was an unwarranted critique towards Gadot.

Great choice @Disney.

— Ian Haworth (@ighaworth) August 13, 2024

Disney employs an intriguing marketing approach for Snow White, with Israeli actress Gal Gadot and American actress Rachel Zegler in key roles. This casting decision may potentially antagonize both those who are critical of Israel and those who support it, raising the question: is there a way to also turn off undecided viewers?

— Uri Kurlianchik (@VerminusM) August 13, 2024

Nothing less classy than shitting on your far superior costar.

— Eve Barlow (@Eve_Barlow) August 13, 2024

Rather than refusing the opportunity to act alongside Gal Gadot, she chose to post trivial criticisms on social media instead. Also, despite having been given her breakthrough role by Spielberg, she opted to share public jabs at her fellow cast member, rather than focusing on her commitment and professionalism.

— Isaac de Castro (@isaacdecastrog) August 13, 2024

In a playful manner, Rachel Zegler appears to be good-naturedly teasing her highly acclaimed and stunning Snow White co-star Gal Gadot.

It seems Disney is persistently selecting actors not entirely aligned with their brand image. Instead of showcasing the film, they seem to be inadvertently causing embarrassment towards themselves and the studio.

— Joel M. Petlin (@Joelmpetlin) August 13, 2024

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2024-08-15 15:14