Rachel Zegler has found herself at the center of an online storm following the underwhelming performance of Disney’s “Snow White” remake. The highly anticipated film, which came with a hefty $250 million budget, only managed to pull in $43 million on its opening weekend domestically, according to Fortune. This poor showing has led many to question both Disney’s decision-making and Zegler’s casting as the iconic princess.
Directed by Marc Webb, the film’s international earnings brought in an additional $44.3 million, culminating in a global launch of $87.3 million. Despite these figures, the film has struggled visibly, with social media buzzing with images and videos of near-empty theaters screening “Snow White.” Critics have not held back, pointing fingers at Disney’s strategy, and Zegler has borne the brunt of much of this frustration.
Zegler, only 23, has faced numerous controversies since being cast in the beloved role. Previous comments she made disparaging the original 1937 film have only fueled the fire, leading fans to express their displeasure online. Such criticism reached new heights when an old clip of Zegler surfaced. In the video, she confidently claimed, “People will wait in line to see my films.” The clip quickly went viral, with commentators branding her comments as overly optimistic given the movie’s poor reception.
Social media has seen a wave of responses, with many detractors not mincing their words. One critic harshly stated, “Welcome back to reality princess.. Snow White was a complete flop,” underlining the film’s disappointing performance. The reception highlights the challenges modern reimaginings of classic tales face, particularly when they fail to capture the magic of their predecessors.
This story certainly adds another layer to the ongoing discourse about Hollywood’s inclination to remake timeless classics. Your thoughts? Do you believe the classics should be left untouched, or do you enjoy seeing new takes on old favorites? Share your opinions in the comments below and engage with fellow Disney fans!
Source: Arya Vaishnavi
