<p>The first look from Todd Phillip's 'Joker: Folie à Deux' is out! The filming of the most anticipated sequel has finally begun, and to make the first day of the filming memorable for the fans,&nbsp;director Todd&nbsp;has shared the first look from&nbsp;the set&nbsp;of the&nbsp;upcoming musical film.<br />
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Taking to his Instagram account, the Oscar-nominated director&nbsp;shared the first eerie look of Joaquin Phoenix as Joker. The picture shows Phoenix as&nbsp;Arthur Flex lying shirtless on a chair seemingly in Arkham Asylum where he has been admitted again. He's looking straight above with a dead expression on his face as the facility man gives him a shave.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Like the first part, it seems like Arthur has again lost a major chunk of his weight to get into the skin of the character. For the 2019 drama, the Oscar-winning actor lost around 52 pounds, and the transformation took a toll on him. The actor revealed later that he developed a `disorder` and became `obsessed` with his new weight, reported E! News, back then.<br />
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Sharing the picture, Tod simply wrote: "Day 1." #joker.&nbsp;<br />
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More details about the plot have not been revealed yet, but as per reports, Arthur has again been admitted to Arkham Asylum,&nbsp;the famous psychiatric hospital of the DC universe. The upcoming film is a musical, and this time Phoenix is not all alone, as he will be joined by Joker's partner in crime&nbsp;Harley Quinn, played by none other than Lady Gaga.<br />
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The film's synopsis reads: "The musical sequel follows Harley Quinn, the Arkham Asylum shrink, who falls in love with her patient Arthur Fleck, aka the Joker."<br />
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The sequel to the 2019 film will also star Harry Lawtey, Jacob Lofland, and Brendan Gleeson. Zazie Beetz will reprise her role from the first film.<br />
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Todd Phillip's directed first film, which recieved rave reviews from the audience and critics alike. The R-rated film raked in a whopping $1 billion at the box office worldwide.<br />
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'Joker: Folie à Deux' will hit the theatres on Oct. 9, 2024.&nbsp;</p>


The first look from Todd Phillip's 'Joker: Folie à Deux' is out! The filming of the most anticipated sequel has finally begun, and to make the first day of the filming memorable for the fans, director Todd has shared the first look from the set of the upcoming musical film.

The first look from Todd Phillip's 'Joker: Folie à Deux' is out! The filming of the most anticipated sequel has finally begun, and to make the first day of the filming memorable for the fans, director Todd has shared the first look from the set of the upcoming musical film. Taking to his Instagram account, the Oscar-nominated director shared the first eerie look of Joaquin Phoenix as Joker. The picture shows Phoenix as Arthur Flex lying shirtless on a chair seemingly in Arkham Asylum where he has been admitted again. He's looking straight above with a dead expression on his face as the facility man gives him a shave. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Todd Phillips (@toddphillips) × Like the first part, it seems like Arthur has again lost a major chunk of his weight to get into the skin of the character. For the 2019 drama, the Oscar-winning actor lost around 52 pounds, and the transformation took a toll on him. The actor revealed later that he developed a `disorder` and became `obsessed` with his new weight, reported E! News, back then. Sharing the picture, Tod simply wrote: "Day 1." #joker. More details about the plot have not been revealed yet, but as per reports, Arthur has again been admitted to Arkham Asylum, the famous psychiatric hospital of the DC universe. The upcoming film is a musical, and this time Phoenix is not all alone, as he will be joined by Joker's partner in crime Harley Quinn, played by none other than Lady Gaga. The film's synopsis reads: "The musical sequel follows Harley Quinn, the Arkham Asylum shrink, who falls in love with her patient Arthur Fleck, aka the Joker." The sequel to the 2019 film will also star Harry Lawtey, Jacob Lofland, and Brendan Gleeson. Zazie Beetz will reprise her role from the first film. Todd Phillip's directed first film, which recieved rave reviews from the audience and critics alike. The R-rated film raked in a whopping $1 billion at the box office worldwide. 'Joker: Folie à Deux' will hit the theatres on Oct. 9, 2024.

First look of Joaquin Phoenix from 'Joker: Folie à Deux’ is out - see pic inside

<p>Hollywood actress Margot Robbie, who is famous for her portrayal of&nbsp;Harley Quin in&nbsp;three films over the past six&nbsp;years, has finally broken her silence over Lady Gaga playing the titular role&nbsp;in 'Joker 2'. In a video interview, the 'Birds of Prey' actress revealed that she is very excited about Gaga stepping into the shoes of Harley Quinn in the upcoming 'Joker' sequel, which is officially titled 'Joker: Folie a Deux'.</p>

<p>“It makes me so happy because I said from the very beginning that all I want is for Harley Quinn to be one of those characters the way…like Macbeth or Batman always gets passed from great actor to great actor,” Robbie told MTV News. “Someone gets to do their Batman, or someone gets to do their Macbeth.”</p>

<p>Robbie continued, “I feel like, in not so many cases, are there female characters – Queen Elizabeth I, but beyond that, which I got to have a crack out as well, which I was honoured to do. I was like, ‘Wow! Cate Blanchett did Queen Elizabeth I. Now I get to.’ It’s such an honour to have built a foundation strong enough that Harley can now be one of those characters that other actors get to have a go at playing. And I think she’ll do something incredible with it.”</p>

<p>Robbie played Harley in 2016's 'Suicide Squad', 2020's 'Birds of Prey' and James Gunn's 'The Suicide Squad'. The actress will feature next in&nbsp;'Babylon', 'Barbie' and 'Asteroid City'.</p>

<p>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-the-lord-of-the-rings-the-rings-of-power-finale-trailer-reveals-sauron-watch-523549" hreflang="en">'Rings of Power' finale trailer reveals Sauron. Watch</a></p>

<p>'Joker: Folie a Deux' will also feature Oscar award winner&nbsp;Joaquin Phoenix&nbsp;along with Zazie Beetz, Brendan Gleeson, Catherine Keener, and Jacob Lofland. The film&nbsp;will premiere in theatres on October 4, 2024.&nbsp;</p>


Hollywood actress Margot Robbie, who is famous for her portrayal of Harley Quin in three films over the past six years, has finally broken her silence over Lady Gaga playing the titular role in 'Joker 2'.

Hollywood actress Margot Robbie, who is famous for her portrayal of Harley Quin in three films over the past six years, has finally broken her silence over Lady Gaga playing the titular role in 'Joker 2'. In a video interview, the 'Birds of Prey' actress revealed that she is very excited about Gaga stepping into the shoes of Harley Quinn in the upcoming 'Joker' sequel, which is officially titled 'Joker: Folie a Deux'. “It makes me so happy because I said from the very beginning that all I want is for Harley Quinn to be one of those characters the way…like Macbeth or Batman always gets passed from great actor to great actor,” Robbie told MTV News. “Someone gets to do their Batman, or someone gets to do their Macbeth.” Robbie continued, “I feel like, in not so many cases, are there female characters – Queen Elizabeth I, but beyond that, which I got to have a crack out as well, which I was honoured to do. I was like, ‘Wow! Cate Blanchett did Queen Elizabeth I. Now I get to.’ It’s such an honour to have built a foundation strong enough that Harley can now be one of those characters that other actors get to have a go at playing. And I think she’ll do something incredible with it.” Robbie played Harley in 2016's 'Suicide Squad', 2020's 'Birds of Prey' and James Gunn's 'The Suicide Squad'. The actress will feature next in 'Babylon', 'Barbie' and 'Asteroid City'. Also read: 'Rings of Power' finale trailer reveals Sauron. Watch 'Joker: Folie a Deux' will also feature Oscar award winner Joaquin Phoenix along with Zazie Beetz, Brendan Gleeson, Catherine Keener, and Jacob Lofland. The film will premiere in theatres on October 4, 2024.

Margot Robbie reacts to Lady Gaga playing Harley Quinn in 'Joker 2'

<p>The sequel to 2019's megahit 'Joker', titled 'Joker: Folie à Deux', just added another cast member. Catherine Keener, known for movies like 'Capote', 'Get Out' and 'Being John Malkovich', has joined the Todd Phillips directorial. Her role is currently under wraps. She is the fifth confirmed member of the cast. We know the movie will bring back Joaquin Phoenix from the original movie. Joining him is Lady Gaga, reportedly in the role of Harley Quinn, Joker's love interest. The film is said to be a musical, which would be a marked change from the original, which was a dark character study of a man losing his sanity.</p>

<p>Zazie Beetz, who played the role of Sophie Dumond, is also reportedly being eyed to reprise her role. Also confirmed in the cast recently was Brendan Gleeson. His character has also not been revealed yet.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>DC fans have expressed doubt as to how a musical film could follow a dark drama that was 'Joker'. But Beetz says it makes "wonderful" sense.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While speaking to The Hollywood Reporter Beetz said, " I actually think it makes wonderful sense. I wasn’t really surprised by that. Todd [Phillips] has always had a creative approach to the character. I love musicals, and I think of them as the characters are feeling and experiencing so much that they can only sing and dance about it, whether in sorrow or in joy."</p>

<p>Joker' earned more than $1 billion worldwide on a paltry budget of $56 million and also got Phoenix an Oscar, his first.&nbsp;</p>

<p>'Joker: Folie à Deux' will release on October 4, 2024.</p>


The sequel to 2019's megahit 'Joker', titled 'Joker: Folie à Deux', just added another cast member. Catherine Keener, known for movies like 'Capote', 'Get Out' and 'Being John Malkovich', has joined the Todd Phillips directorial.

The sequel to 2019's megahit 'Joker', titled 'Joker: Folie à Deux', just added another cast member. Catherine Keener, known for movies like 'Capote', 'Get Out' and 'Being John Malkovich', has joined the Todd Phillips directorial. Her role is currently under wraps. She is the fifth confirmed member of the cast. We know the movie will bring back Joaquin Phoenix from the original movie. Joining him is Lady Gaga, reportedly in the role of Harley Quinn, Joker's love interest. The film is said to be a musical, which would be a marked change from the original, which was a dark character study of a man losing his sanity. Zazie Beetz, who played the role of Sophie Dumond, is also reportedly being eyed to reprise her role. Also confirmed in the cast recently was Brendan Gleeson. His character has also not been revealed yet. Joker: Folie à Deux 10.04.24 pic.twitter.com/obp7T9lBFL — Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) August 4, 2022 × DC fans have expressed doubt as to how a musical film could follow a dark drama that was 'Joker'. But Beetz says it makes "wonderful" sense. While speaking to The Hollywood Reporter Beetz said, " I actually think it makes wonderful sense. I wasn’t really surprised by that. Todd [Phillips] has always had a creative approach to the character. I love musicals, and I think of them as the characters are feeling and experiencing so much that they can only sing and dance about it, whether in sorrow or in joy." Joker' earned more than $1 billion worldwide on a paltry budget of $56 million and also got Phoenix an Oscar, his first. 'Joker: Folie à Deux' will release on October 4, 2024.

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<p>Actor Brendan Gleeson will be seen sharing screen space with Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga in 'Joker: Folie a Deux'.The update has been shared by Variety.</p>

<p>Todd Phillips, who directed Phoenix to an Oscar in 2019's 'Joker', returns as director. But whereas the first film played like a comic book riff on Martin Scorsese's 'Taxi Driver', the follow-up is a musical, albeit more in the vein of 'A Star is Born' than 'West Side Story' or 'Singing in the Rain.'</p>

<p>Also Read:<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-%E2%80%98joker-2-receives-126-million-in-tax-credits-from-the-state-of-california-509520">&nbsp;‘Joker 2' receives $12.6 million in tax credits from the state of California</a></strong></p>

<p>Warner Bros. and DC are backing the sequel. Production is expected to get underway this December. It is also unknown who Gleeson will be playing.</p>

<p>The first film brought in $335.4 million domestically and globally it is the highest-grossing R-rated movie ever at $1.07 billion. Joker won two Oscars: Best Actor for star Joaquin Phoenix and Original Music Score for Hildur Gudnadottir. The movie was nominated for 11 Oscars including Best Picture and Phillips for Best Director, Deadline reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Zazie Beetz, who played the role of Sophie Dumond, is also reportedly being eyed to reprise her role. She spoke to THR about the project and said it makes 'wonderful' sense for the film to be a musical.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She said, "I actually think it makes wonderful sense. I wasn’t really surprised by that. Todd [Phillips] has always had a creative approach to the character. I love musicals, and I think of them as the characters are feeling and experiencing so much that they can only sing and dance about it, whether in sorrow or in joy.</p>


Actor Brendan Gleeson will be seen sharing screen space with Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga in 'Joker: Folie a Deux'.The update has been shared by Variety. Todd Phillips, who directed Phoenix to an Oscar in 2019's 'Joker', returns as director.

Actor Brendan Gleeson will be seen sharing screen space with Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga in 'Joker: Folie a Deux'.The update has been shared by Variety. Todd Phillips, who directed Phoenix to an Oscar in 2019's 'Joker', returns as director. But whereas the first film played like a comic book riff on Martin Scorsese's 'Taxi Driver', the follow-up is a musical, albeit more in the vein of 'A Star is Born' than 'West Side Story' or 'Singing in the Rain.' Also Read: ‘Joker 2' receives $12.6 million in tax credits from the state of California Warner Bros. and DC are backing the sequel. Production is expected to get underway this December. It is also unknown who Gleeson will be playing. The first film brought in $335.4 million domestically and globally it is the highest-grossing R-rated movie ever at $1.07 billion. Joker won two Oscars: Best Actor for star Joaquin Phoenix and Original Music Score for Hildur Gudnadottir. The movie was nominated for 11 Oscars including Best Picture and Phillips for Best Director, Deadline reported. Zazie Beetz, who played the role of Sophie Dumond, is also reportedly being eyed to reprise her role. She spoke to THR about the project and said it makes 'wonderful' sense for the film to be a musical. She said, "I actually think it makes wonderful sense. I wasn’t really surprised by that. Todd [Phillips] has always had a creative approach to the character. I love musicals, and I think of them as the characters are feeling and experiencing so much that they can only sing and dance about it, whether in sorrow or in joy.

'Joker 2': Brendan Gleeson joins Joaquin Phoenix, Lady Gaga's DC movie

<p>Todd Phillips' 'Joker: Folie à Deux' and Sofia Coppola's untitled next film are among those upcoming Hollywood projects that have received tax credits from the government of California. While the former received $12.6 million, the latter got $19.6 million. The original 'Joker', released in 2019, was shot in New York. But the sequel will be filmed in Los Angeles. A total amount of $93.7 million was awarded to 18 projects. Netflix alone was given $37.1 million. The state's grants are aimed to stop jobs from fleeing to other states and countries. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The sequel to 'Joker' was not confirmed until May last year and earlier Phoenix had expressed doubts as to whether there will be one. The story of the original film ended pretty definitively and there were no loose ends.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>'Joker: Folie à Deux' brings back Joaquin Phoenix and also stars Lady Gaga (reportedly as Harley Quinn) and the film is said to be a musical. DC fans have expressed doubt as to how a musical film could follow a dark drama that was 'Joker'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Zazie Beetz, who played the role of Sophie Dumond, is also reportedly being eyed to reprise her role. She spoke to THR about the project and said it makes 'wonderful' sense for the film to be a musical.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She said, " I actually think it makes wonderful sense. I wasn’t really surprised by that. Todd [Phillips] has always had a creative approach to the character. I love musicals, and I think of them as the characters are feeling and experiencing so much that they can only sing and dance about it, whether in sorrow or in joy."</p>

<p>Joker' earned more than $1 billion worldwide on a paltry budget of $56 million and also got Phoenix an Oscar, his first.&nbsp;</p>

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Todd Phillips' 'Joker: Folie à Deux' and Sofia Coppola's untitled next film are among those upcoming Hollywood projects that have received tax credits from the government of California.

Todd Phillips' 'Joker: Folie à Deux' and Sofia Coppola's untitled next film are among those upcoming Hollywood projects that have received tax credits from the government of California. While the former received $12.6 million, the latter got $19.6 million. The original 'Joker', released in 2019, was shot in New York. But the sequel will be filmed in Los Angeles. A total amount of $93.7 million was awarded to 18 projects. Netflix alone was given $37.1 million. The state's grants are aimed to stop jobs from fleeing to other states and countries. The sequel to 'Joker' was not confirmed until May last year and earlier Phoenix had expressed doubts as to whether there will be one. The story of the original film ended pretty definitively and there were no loose ends. Joker: Folie à Deux 10.04.24 pic.twitter.com/obp7T9lBFL — Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) August 4, 2022 × 'Joker: Folie à Deux' brings back Joaquin Phoenix and also stars Lady Gaga (reportedly as Harley Quinn) and the film is said to be a musical. DC fans have expressed doubt as to how a musical film could follow a dark drama that was 'Joker'. Zazie Beetz, who played the role of Sophie Dumond, is also reportedly being eyed to reprise her role. She spoke to THR about the project and said it makes 'wonderful' sense for the film to be a musical. She said, " I actually think it makes wonderful sense. I wasn’t really surprised by that. Todd [Phillips] has always had a creative approach to the character. I love musicals, and I think of them as the characters are feeling and experiencing so much that they can only sing and dance about it, whether in sorrow or in joy." Joker' earned more than $1 billion worldwide on a paltry budget of $56 million and also got Phoenix an Oscar, his first. 'Joker: Folie à Deux' will release on October 4, 2024.

‘Joker 2' receives $12.6 million in tax credits from the state of California

<p>'Guardians of the Galaxy' and 'The Suicide Squad' director James Gunn has spoken about Lady Gaga's casting in 'Joker: Folie à Deux', the sequel to 2019's 'Joker'. While Gaga is expected to portray Harley Quinn, supervillain and Joker's paramour in the film that brings back Joaquin Phoenix, there is no confirmation yet. The film, which director Todd Phillips also returns to helm, is said to be a musical, which does appear to make some sort of sense now that Gaga is here. Gaga is already an acclaimed singer but we know from 'A Star is Born' that she can act very well too. But still, it is hard to imagine Joker and Harley in a musical as something like that has not been done even in comics.</p>

<p>Gunn was recently asked about his thoughts on the film. He responded, "I'm really interested to see what Todd Phillips cooks up. I met Lady Gaga once and she was really nice, so I'm always rooting for nice people to do well."</p>

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<p>The sequel to 'Joker' was not confirmed until May last year and earlier Phoenix had expressed doubts as to whether there will be one. The story of the original film ended pretty definitively and there were no loose ends.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Zazie Beetz, who played the role of Sophie Dumond, is also reportedly being eyed to reprise her role. She spoke to THR about the project and said it makes 'wonderful' sense for the film to be a musical.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She said, " I actually think it makes wonderful sense. I wasn’t really surprised by that. Todd [Phillips] has always had a creative approach to the character. I love musicals, and I think of them as the characters are feeling and experiencing so much that they can only sing and dance about it, whether in sorrow or in joy."</p>

<p>Joker' earned more than $1 billion worldwide on a paltry budget of $56 million and also got Phoenix an Oscar, his first.&nbsp;</p>

<p>'Joker: Folie à Deux' will release on October 4, 2024.</p>


'Guardians of the Galaxy' and 'The Suicide Squad' director James Gunn has spoken about Lady Gaga's casting in 'Joker: Folie à Deux', the sequel to 2019's 'Joker'.

'Guardians of the Galaxy' and 'The Suicide Squad' director James Gunn has spoken about Lady Gaga's casting in 'Joker: Folie à Deux', the sequel to 2019's 'Joker'. While Gaga is expected to portray Harley Quinn, supervillain and Joker's paramour in the film that brings back Joaquin Phoenix, there is no confirmation yet. The film, which director Todd Phillips also returns to helm, is said to be a musical, which does appear to make some sort of sense now that Gaga is here. Gaga is already an acclaimed singer but we know from 'A Star is Born' that she can act very well too. But still, it is hard to imagine Joker and Harley in a musical as something like that has not been done even in comics. Gunn was recently asked about his thoughts on the film. He responded, "I'm really interested to see what Todd Phillips cooks up. I met Lady Gaga once and she was really nice, so I'm always rooting for nice people to do well." Also Read: Zazie Beetz: 'Joker 2' being a musical makes wonderful sense The sequel to 'Joker' was not confirmed until May last year and earlier Phoenix had expressed doubts as to whether there will be one. The story of the original film ended pretty definitively and there were no loose ends. Joker: Folie à Deux 10.04.24 pic.twitter.com/obp7T9lBFL — Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) August 4, 2022 × Zazie Beetz, who played the role of Sophie Dumond, is also reportedly being eyed to reprise her role. She spoke to THR about the project and said it makes 'wonderful' sense for the film to be a musical. She said, " I actually think it makes wonderful sense. I wasn’t really surprised by that. Todd [Phillips] has always had a creative approach to the character. I love musicals, and I think of them as the characters are feeling and experiencing so much that they can only sing and dance about it, whether in sorrow or in joy." Joker' earned more than $1 billion worldwide on a paltry budget of $56 million and also got Phoenix an Oscar, his first. 'Joker: Folie à Deux' will release on October 4, 2024.

James Gunn opens up about 'Joker 2': Really interested to see what Todd Phillips cooks up

<p>Zazie Beetz, who played the role of Sophie Dumond in Todd Phillips' 2019 R-Rated DC movie 'Joker' is being eyed to reprise her role in the sequel, titled 'Joker: Folie à Deux'. The news was reported by Variety. 'Joker', which starred Joaquin Phoenix in the role of the titular Clown Prince of Crime, had Arthur Fleck, the real name of Joker in the movie, fantasising about a relationship with Sophie and even imagines a date with her, in which she returns his feelings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The sequel brings back Phoenix and also stars Lady Gaga (reportedly as Harley Quinn) and the film is said to be a musical. DC fans have expressed doubt as to how a musical film could follow a dark drama that was 'Joker'. But Beetz says it makes "wonderful" sense.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>While speaking to The Hollywood Reporter Beetz said, " I actually think it makes wonderful sense. I wasn’t really surprised by that. Todd [Phillips] has always had a creative approach to the character. I love musicals, and I think of them as the characters are feeling and experiencing so much that they can only sing and dance about it, whether in sorrow or in joy."</p>

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<p>She added, "And I can actually see that within myself as well, because singing and dancing is quite a cathartic experience for me. I was going through a really, really difficult time at one point in my life, and I just started dancing and crying by myself. And that was an expression that matched where I was at that moment. And so I can see Arthur, who is feeling and experiencing so much, dancing and singing about it. He’s the Joker, so I think it makes sense to me."</p>

<p>'Joker' earned more than $1 billion worldwide and also got Phoenix an Oscar, his first.&nbsp;</p>

<p>'Joker: Folie à Deux' will release on October 4, 2024.</p>


Zazie Beetz, who played the role of Sophie Dumond in Todd Phillips' 2019 R-Rated DC movie 'Joker' is being eyed to reprise her role in the sequel, titled 'Joker: Folie à Deux'.

Zazie Beetz, who played the role of Sophie Dumond in Todd Phillips' 2019 R-Rated DC movie 'Joker' is being eyed to reprise her role in the sequel, titled 'Joker: Folie à Deux'. The news was reported by Variety. 'Joker', which starred Joaquin Phoenix in the role of the titular Clown Prince of Crime, had Arthur Fleck, the real name of Joker in the movie, fantasising about a relationship with Sophie and even imagines a date with her, in which she returns his feelings. The sequel brings back Phoenix and also stars Lady Gaga (reportedly as Harley Quinn) and the film is said to be a musical. DC fans have expressed doubt as to how a musical film could follow a dark drama that was 'Joker'. But Beetz says it makes "wonderful" sense. Also Read: Joaquin Phoenix's 'Joker 2' to release on this date While speaking to The Hollywood Reporter Beetz said, " I actually think it makes wonderful sense. I wasn’t really surprised by that. Todd [Phillips] has always had a creative approach to the character. I love musicals, and I think of them as the characters are feeling and experiencing so much that they can only sing and dance about it, whether in sorrow or in joy." Joker: Folie à Deux 10.04.24 pic.twitter.com/obp7T9lBFL — Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) August 4, 2022 × She added, "And I can actually see that within myself as well, because singing and dancing is quite a cathartic experience for me. I was going through a really, really difficult time at one point in my life, and I just started dancing and crying by myself. And that was an expression that matched where I was at that moment. And so I can see Arthur, who is feeling and experiencing so much, dancing and singing about it. He’s the Joker, so I think it makes sense to me." 'Joker' earned more than $1 billion worldwide and also got Phoenix an Oscar, his first. 'Joker: Folie à Deux' will release on October 4, 2024.

Zazie Beetz: 'Joker 2' being a musical makes wonderful sense

<p>Pop star and actress Lady Gaga appeared to confirm her casting in the upcoming motion picture sequel to the Oscar-winning psychological thriller 'Joker' on Thursday by posting a musical teaser on Twitter.</p>

<p>The musical clip depicts silhouettes dancing together to the tune of the song "Cheek to Cheek", originally written by Irving Berlin in 1935 for the Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers movie Top Hat, with the names Phoenix and Gaga flashing on the screen.&nbsp;</p>

<p>'Joker: Folie a Deux', which will see Joaquin Phoenix reprise his role as the titular character, is set for release in theatres on Oct. 4, 2024.</p>

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<p>Phoenix had first played the role in the 2019 film "Joker", which earned him the Academy Award for best actor, depicted an origin story for the arch enemy of DC Comics` superhero Batman.</p>

<p>No further details about the sequel have been immediately made available by Warner Bros. But Hollywood trade publication Variety has reported the new production will be a musical with Lady Gaga expected to play Joker`s co-conspirator, Harley Quinn.</p>

<p>If confirmed, Lady Gaga will be the newest in a long line of actresses who have played or voiced the iconic character of Harley Quinn. Most recently, Margot Robbie played the role of the `Crime Queen of Gotham City` in the 2020 film "Birds of Prey" and in "The Suicide Squad" the following year.</p>

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<p>It is unclear if Robbie will continue as Harley Quinn. However, the Joker movies featuring Phoenix are set in a separate cinematic universe, which would likely mean Robbie can still reprise her role as the iconic villain in any future movies.</p>

<p>Folie à deux is a rare psychiatric syndrome also known as shared psychosis, likely hinting at the traditionally co-dependent relationship between Joker and Harley Quinn.</p>


Pop star and actress Lady Gaga appeared to confirm her casting in the upcoming motion picture sequel to the Oscar-winning psychological thriller 'Joker' on Thursday by posting a musical teaser on Twitter.

Pop star and actress Lady Gaga appeared to confirm her casting in the upcoming motion picture sequel to the Oscar-winning psychological thriller 'Joker' on Thursday by posting a musical teaser on Twitter. The musical clip depicts silhouettes dancing together to the tune of the song "Cheek to Cheek", originally written by Irving Berlin in 1935 for the Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers movie Top Hat, with the names Phoenix and Gaga flashing on the screen. 'Joker: Folie a Deux', which will see Joaquin Phoenix reprise his role as the titular character, is set for release in theatres on Oct. 4, 2024. Joker: Folie à Deux 10.04.24 pic.twitter.com/obp7T9lBFL — Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) August 4, 2022 × Phoenix had first played the role in the 2019 film "Joker", which earned him the Academy Award for best actor, depicted an origin story for the arch enemy of DC Comics` superhero Batman. No further details about the sequel have been immediately made available by Warner Bros. But Hollywood trade publication Variety has reported the new production will be a musical with Lady Gaga expected to play Joker`s co-conspirator, Harley Quinn. If confirmed, Lady Gaga will be the newest in a long line of actresses who have played or voiced the iconic character of Harley Quinn. Most recently, Margot Robbie played the role of the `Crime Queen of Gotham City` in the 2020 film "Birds of Prey" and in "The Suicide Squad" the following year. Also Read: Joaquin Phoenix's 'Joker 2' to release on this date It is unclear if Robbie will continue as Harley Quinn. However, the Joker movies featuring Phoenix are set in a separate cinematic universe, which would likely mean Robbie can still reprise her role as the iconic villain in any future movies. Folie à deux is a rare psychiatric syndrome also known as shared psychosis, likely hinting at the traditionally co-dependent relationship between Joker and Harley Quinn.

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<p>Makers of the upcoming musical crime thriller 'Joker: Folie a Deux', starring Hollywood Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix have announced the release date of their film.&nbsp;</p>

<p>`Joker: Folie a Deux` is all set to hit the theatres on October 4, 2024. According to Variety, the sequel, which sees the return of Joaquin Phoenix as Batman's titular archenemy, will debut on the big screen exactly five years after the first film was released.</p>

<p>The follow-up to 2019`s blockbuster <strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/joker-review-joaquin-phoenix-is-terrific-in-an-extremely-disturbing-film-253248">'Joker' </a></strong>will be a musical, with Lady Gaga expected to play the Clown Prince of Crime`s co-conspirator Harley Quinn.</p>

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<p>Helmed by Todd Phillips, the plot details of 'Joker: Folie a Deux' are under tight wraps. The title of the film means shared delusional disorder and hints at how Arthur`s villainy might be embraced by the residents of the fictional Gotham City.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The first part of the film garnered more than $1 billion worldwide and was declared a blockbuster, reported Variety. 'Joker' earned 12 Oscar nominations for best director, best picture, and best-adapted screenplay. Phoenix bagged the best actor Oscar.</p>

<p>'Joker' depicted the life of struggling comedian Arthur Fleck (Phoenix) who is reframed into an anti-hero, taking the name of Joker. Warner Bros, the studio behind 'Joker' recently shelved the much-awaited film 'Batgirl' despite being nearly completed, and will not release on theatres or HBO Max. &nbsp;</p>

<p>'Joker' was supposed to be a standalone film, but after the R-rated tentpole generated more than $1 billion globally and earned Phoenix an Oscar, a sequel was preordained. Naturally, the actor is asking for big bucks to reprise his sinister role as Arthur Fleck; Phoenix`s paycheck for 'Folie a Deux' will be $20 million, Variety reported.</p>


Makers of the upcoming musical crime thriller 'Joker: Folie a Deux', starring Hollywood Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix have announced the release date of their film.

Makers of the upcoming musical crime thriller 'Joker: Folie a Deux', starring Hollywood Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix have announced the release date of their film. `Joker: Folie a Deux` is all set to hit the theatres on October 4, 2024. According to Variety, the sequel, which sees the return of Joaquin Phoenix as Batman's titular archenemy, will debut on the big screen exactly five years after the first film was released. The follow-up to 2019`s blockbuster 'Joker' will be a musical, with Lady Gaga expected to play the Clown Prince of Crime`s co-conspirator Harley Quinn. Helmed by Todd Phillips, the plot details of 'Joker: Folie a Deux' are under tight wraps. The title of the film means shared delusional disorder and hints at how Arthur`s villainy might be embraced by the residents of the fictional Gotham City. The first part of the film garnered more than $1 billion worldwide and was declared a blockbuster, reported Variety. 'Joker' earned 12 Oscar nominations for best director, best picture, and best-adapted screenplay. Phoenix bagged the best actor Oscar. 'Joker' depicted the life of struggling comedian Arthur Fleck (Phoenix) who is reframed into an anti-hero, taking the name of Joker. Warner Bros, the studio behind 'Joker' recently shelved the much-awaited film 'Batgirl' despite being nearly completed, and will not release on theatres or HBO Max. 'Joker' was supposed to be a standalone film, but after the R-rated tentpole generated more than $1 billion globally and earned Phoenix an Oscar, a sequel was preordained. Naturally, the actor is asking for big bucks to reprise his sinister role as Arthur Fleck; Phoenix`s paycheck for 'Folie a Deux' will be $20 million, Variety reported.

Joaquin Phoenix's 'Joker 2' to release on this date

<p>American singer Lady Gaga is in early talks to join `Joker: Folie a Deux,` a musical sequel to director Todd Phillips` 2019 blockbuster, as Joker`s partner-in-crime, Harley Quinn.</p>

<p>According to Varitey, after Phillips posted the screenplay cover on Instagram on June 7, rumours that Harley Quinn will star in the film began to circulate. The subtitle, Folie a Deux, refers to a shared delusional disease, and Quinn, a character first introduced for `Batman: The Animated Series` in the early 1990s, has been Joker`s only actual partner - aside from Batman.</p>

<p>Making `Joker 2` a musical is another brave move by Phillips, who reframed the Dark Knight`s number one villain as a loner anti-hero and hit gold at the movie office (with $1 billion in worldwide grosses) and the Oscars (with 12 nominations and two wins) when he did so. Joaquin Phoenix won the best actor for his portrayal of the Joker, aka Arthur Fleck; he`s poised to reprise his role, though his contract hasn`t been finalised yet.</p>

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<p>All other information about `Folie a Deux` has been kept under wraps, so it`s unclear whether Gaga will also contribute music to the project, although it`s a fair guess that she will. Phillips collaborated with Gaga as one of the producers on the 2018 film `A Star Is Born,` which earned Gaga an Oscar nomination for best actress and an Oscar victory for original song.</p>

<p>Bradley Cooper, the star and director of that film, was also a producer on `Joker,` but it`s unknown how much of a role he`ll have in `Folie a Deux.`</p>

<p>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/britney-spears-made-sam-asghari-sign-iron-clad-prenup-before-marriage-487984" hreflang="en">Britney Spears made Sam Asghari sign 'iron-clad' prenup before marriage</a></p>

<p>For Warner Bros., Harley Quinn has proven to be a long-lasting character. Margot Robbie has performed the part three times, in 2016`s `Suicide Squad," 2020`s "Birds of Prey,` and 2021`s `The Suicide Squad,` and Kaley Cuoco voices the character on HBO`s `Harley Quinn,` which will air Season 3 later this year, as reported by Variety.</p>

<p>Phillips` `Joker` films, on the other hand, live in their own fictional universe from the rest of DC`s offerings, much as how Robert Pattinson`s `The Batman` can coexist with Michael Keaton`s version of the character, who will appear in 2023`s `The Flash.`</p>


American singer Lady Gaga is in early talks to join `Joker: Folie a Deux,` a musical sequel to director Todd Phillips` 2019 blockbuster, as Joker`s partner-in-crime, Harley Quinn.

American singer Lady Gaga is in early talks to join `Joker: Folie a Deux,` a musical sequel to director Todd Phillips` 2019 blockbuster, as Joker`s partner-in-crime, Harley Quinn. According to Varitey, after Phillips posted the screenplay cover on Instagram on June 7, rumours that Harley Quinn will star in the film began to circulate. The subtitle, Folie a Deux, refers to a shared delusional disease, and Quinn, a character first introduced for `Batman: The Animated Series` in the early 1990s, has been Joker`s only actual partner - aside from Batman. Making `Joker 2` a musical is another brave move by Phillips, who reframed the Dark Knight`s number one villain as a loner anti-hero and hit gold at the movie office (with $1 billion in worldwide grosses) and the Oscars (with 12 nominations and two wins) when he did so. Joaquin Phoenix won the best actor for his portrayal of the Joker, aka Arthur Fleck; he`s poised to reprise his role, though his contract hasn`t been finalised yet. Also read: Hollywood celebs sign open letter to urge filmmakers to ‘model gun safety’ in movies All other information about `Folie a Deux` has been kept under wraps, so it`s unclear whether Gaga will also contribute music to the project, although it`s a fair guess that she will. Phillips collaborated with Gaga as one of the producers on the 2018 film `A Star Is Born,` which earned Gaga an Oscar nomination for best actress and an Oscar victory for original song. Bradley Cooper, the star and director of that film, was also a producer on `Joker,` but it`s unknown how much of a role he`ll have in `Folie a Deux.` Also read: Britney Spears made Sam Asghari sign 'iron-clad' prenup before marriage For Warner Bros., Harley Quinn has proven to be a long-lasting character. Margot Robbie has performed the part three times, in 2016`s `Suicide Squad," 2020`s "Birds of Prey,` and 2021`s `The Suicide Squad,` and Kaley Cuoco voices the character on HBO`s `Harley Quinn,` which will air Season 3 later this year, as reported by Variety. Phillips` `Joker` films, on the other hand, live in their own fictional universe from the rest of DC`s offerings, much as how Robert Pattinson`s `The Batman` can coexist with Michael Keaton`s version of the character, who will appear in 2023`s `The Flash.`

Lady Gaga in early negotiations to play Harley Quinn in 'Joker 2'

<p>Announcing a sequel to the 2019 hit film ‘Joker', American&nbsp;director Todd Phillips on Wednesday took to Instagram to confirm the news that the film is officially happening. He also revealed that he was moving ahead with the script, along with disclosing the title of the sequel- ‘Joker: Folie a Deux’.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the Instagram post, Phillips shared a cover page for the script co-written with Scott Silver, with whom he collaborated on the first film. Phillip’s post also features actor Joaquin Phoenix, who can be seen reading the script of ‘Joker 2’, with a cigarette in his mouth.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Phillips met with former film chief of Warner Bros, Toby Emmerich, after the release of ‘Joker’ to discuss a probable sequel, wrote Variety. Meanwhile, ‘Joker: Folie a Deux’ plot details have been kept under tight wraps.&nbsp;The title ‘Folie a Deux’ which means "shared delusional disorder," hints at how Arthur’s villainy might be embraced by the residents of the fictional Gotham City.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/emma-stone-shoots-down-comparison-between-cruella-and-joker-374942">Emma Stone shoots down comparison between 'Cruella' and 'Joker'</a></p>

<p>The famous and crazy Harley Quinn, who is Joker’s partner in crime, might also be a part of the sequel. However, these are just speculations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For the unversed, Todd’s film ‘Joker’ depicted the life of Arthur Fleck, a struggling and failed comedian, played by Joaquin Phoenix, who is reframed as an anti-hero. He gradually adopts the characteristics of a DC villain, taking the name Joker and inflicting horrific acts of violence.</p>

<p>The film garnered positive reviews from both audiences and critics and earned more than 1 billion dollars worldwide. The film was declared a blockbuster.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/joker-review-joaquin-phoenix-is-terrific-in-an-extremely-disturbing-film-253248">'Joker' review: Joaquin Phoenix is terrific in an extremely disturbing film</a></p>

<p>‘Joker’ earned 12 Oscar nominations for best director, best picture, and best-adapted screenplay. Actor Joaquin Phoenix bagged the best actor award. The film also won a Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It also starred Zazie Beetz and Robert De Niro.</p>

<p><em>(With agency inputs)</em></p>


Announcing a sequel to the 2019 hit film ‘Joker', American director Todd Phillips on Wednesday took to Instagram to confirm the news that the film is officially happening.

Announcing a sequel to the 2019 hit film ‘Joker', American director Todd Phillips on Wednesday took to Instagram to confirm the news that the film is officially happening. He also revealed that he was moving ahead with the script, along with disclosing the title of the sequel- ‘Joker: Folie a Deux’. In the Instagram post, Phillips shared a cover page for the script co-written with Scott Silver, with whom he collaborated on the first film. Phillip’s post also features actor Joaquin Phoenix, who can be seen reading the script of ‘Joker 2’, with a cigarette in his mouth. Take a look:- View this post on Instagram A post shared by Todd Phillips (@toddphillips) × Phillips met with former film chief of Warner Bros, Toby Emmerich, after the release of ‘Joker’ to discuss a probable sequel, wrote Variety. Meanwhile, ‘Joker: Folie a Deux’ plot details have been kept under tight wraps. The title ‘Folie a Deux’ which means "shared delusional disorder," hints at how Arthur’s villainy might be embraced by the residents of the fictional Gotham City. Also Read: Emma Stone shoots down comparison between 'Cruella' and 'Joker' The famous and crazy Harley Quinn, who is Joker’s partner in crime, might also be a part of the sequel. However, these are just speculations. For the unversed, Todd’s film ‘Joker’ depicted the life of Arthur Fleck, a struggling and failed comedian, played by Joaquin Phoenix, who is reframed as an anti-hero. He gradually adopts the characteristics of a DC villain, taking the name Joker and inflicting horrific acts of violence. The film garnered positive reviews from both audiences and critics and earned more than 1 billion dollars worldwide. The film was declared a blockbuster. Also Read: 'Joker' review: Joaquin Phoenix is terrific in an extremely disturbing film ‘Joker’ earned 12 Oscar nominations for best director, best picture, and best-adapted screenplay. Actor Joaquin Phoenix bagged the best actor award. The film also won a Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival. It also starred Zazie Beetz and Robert De Niro. (With agency inputs)

Joaquin Phoenix's 'Joker' to get a sequel, director Todd Phillips confirms

<p>After Todd Philips’ ‘Joker’ became the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/critics-applaud-joaquin-phoenix-starrer-joker-as-it-premieres-at-venice-film-festival-247134">most critically acclaimed film</a> of the year and highest-grossing R-rated film of all time with more than<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/joker-expected-to-cross-1-billion-global-box-office-milestone-262513"> $1 billion in the box office</a>, there are talks for a sequel. It's India numbers are also great as it is <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/joker-is-now-the-biggest-dc-comics-character-based-film-of-all-time-in-india-258672">biggest DC comics character based film</a> of all-time in the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Talks of a sequel have been in the news ever since the film 'Joker'&nbsp;was discussed at almost every film festival this year and there is a buzz of the film making it the Oscars in the top categories, including best film and best actor.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Now, according to a report in the Hollywood Reporter, a sequel is most likely getting formalised as the makers are in a final-stage discussion process. The report asserts that the director-actor duo is “likely to reteam”. How excited are we if this news?&nbsp;</p>

<p>Reportedly, the director will write the screenplay to the 'Joker' sequel along with co-writer Scott Silver, with whom he worked on the original’s script.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, DC is going to get a fresh lease of life with the caped crusader Batman already being shot by Matt Reeves, with Robert Pattinson in the lead.</p>


After Todd Philips’ ‘Joker’ became the most critically acclaimed film of the year and highest-grossing R-rated film of all time with more than $1 billion in the box office, there are talks for a sequel.

After Todd Philips’ ‘Joker’ became the most critically acclaimed film of the year and highest-grossing R-rated film of all time with more than $1 billion in the box office, there are talks for a sequel. It's India numbers are also great as it is biggest DC comics character based film of all-time in the country. Talks of a sequel have been in the news ever since the film 'Joker' was discussed at almost every film festival this year and there is a buzz of the film making it the Oscars in the top categories, including best film and best actor. Now, according to a report in the Hollywood Reporter, a sequel is most likely getting formalised as the makers are in a final-stage discussion process. The report asserts that the director-actor duo is “likely to reteam”. How excited are we if this news? Reportedly, the director will write the screenplay to the 'Joker' sequel along with co-writer Scott Silver, with whom he worked on the original’s script. Meanwhile, DC is going to get a fresh lease of life with the caped crusader Batman already being shot by Matt Reeves, with Robert Pattinson in the lead.

Todd Philips, Joaquin Phoenix likely to reunite for 'Joker' sequel

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