At the tender age of 26, having just secured an Oscar for Best Actress and skyrocketed to Hollywood elite status, what does one do next? Definitely not leap into a Star Wars production, at least if Mikey Madison's rumored blueprint aligns with whispers emanating from within the Star Wars camp. According to reliable sources at both TheWrap and Variety, the Anora sensation was courted for a lead role in Shawn Levy's upcoming Star Wars film. This cinematic venture, poised to commence production shortly after casting concludes, promises to be a standalone feature highlighting Ryan Gosling's talents.
While the exact reasons for Madison's reported decline of the offer remain shrouded in secrecy, one can't help but ponder what she seeks in her next endeavor. Perhaps she's cautious of the infamous "Oscar Curse," which has historically haunted the personal and professional lives of fellow Academy Award winners (think Halle Berry, Mercedes Ruehl, Roberto Benigni, Mo'Nique, F. Murray Abraham, and Marcia Gay Harden).
Details about this new Star Wars film are scarce, save for the fact that it veers away from the Skywalker Saga. Scriptwriting duties fall to Jonathan Tropper (This Is Where I Leave You, The Adam Project), while Shawn Levy (director of This Is Where I Leave You, The Adam Project, and Deadpool & Wolverine) will helm the project. Speculation suggests that the movie could follow in the footsteps of The Mandalorian and Grogu to the silver screen.
As for Madison, her quest for a suitable follow-up project remains ongoing, filled with anticipation and promise.
