Will Ariana Grande Play Britney in The Woman in Me Biopic?
Will Ariana Grande Play Britney in The Woman in Me Biopic?
Ariana Grande continues to prove she is much more than a talented singer, as the “Thank U, Next” star wowed critics as Glinda in the movie adaptation of Wicked.
After securing her first Oscar nomination for the role, many suspect she will continue to showcase her acting skills in various roles, and the upcoming Britney Spears biopic The Woman in Me could be a perfect choice.
While many names are circulating, many fan and media outlets believe the multi-talented star could scoop the role.
Keep reading to learn if Ariana Grande is likely to play Britney in The Woman in Me.
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A Gifted Actress and Impersonator
Ariana Grande’s Academy Award nomination is a confirmation of her acting ability, as she showcased her comedic timing, vulnerability, and vocal versatility as Glinda in Wicked.
The former Disney star proved during her guest appearance on Saturday Night Live that she is a gifted impersonator, as she slid into the shoes of Celine Dion and Jennifer Coolidge with ease.
Plus, she has proved she can imitate the “Drive Me Crazy” singer, as she gave a strong impression of Britney during her opening SNL monologue.
Thanks to her versatile acting and impersonation skills, she could potentially be a wise choice to play the role of Britney Spears.
As they are both former child stars, Ariana Grande could sympathize with Britney Spears’s life story more than other actresses vying for the role.
Jon M. Chu’s Involvement
Jon M. Chu has signed on to direct The Woman in Me, which increases the likelihood of Ariana Grande being cast in the role.
The Wicked director was blown away by her performance as Glinda, and he might have every confidence in her to wow as Britney Spears in the upcoming biopic.
With Chu at the helm of the project, it might be enough to convince Grande to accept the role and showcase a different side to her acting talents.
Strong Competition for the Role
Of course, Ariana Grande isn’t the only world-famous actress in the mix to play Britney Spears.
Many talented stars have thrown their hat into the ring, meaning the “One Last Time” singer might face tough competition if she wants the role.
For instance, Millie Bobby Brown has been vocal about wanting to play Britney.The Stranger Things actress has expressed her love for the pop icon during various interviews, stating it would be “the absolute honor of my life.”
When asked about her bucket list of acting jobs during a 2022 interview on The Drew Barrymore Show, Millie replied, “I want to play a real person. I think for me, Britney. I think her story resonates with me. Growing up in the public eye. Watching videos of her, watching interviews of her when she was younger.”
However, Sydney Sweeney is the favorite to land the award due to her resemblance to the singer and superb acting skills.
Other talented blonde bombshells are in the running to play the singer, too, such as Sabrina Carpenter, Tate McRae, Emma Roberts, and Elle Fanning.
Britney Spears is reportedly heavily involved in the casting process, which has reportedly been happening for many months. You will need to wait to find out who she and Jon M. Chu choose to portray the pop icon.
