New Actress Biopics & Castings
Key Questions
What role has FKA Twigs been cast in for an upcoming biopic?
FKA Twigs will play jazz icon Josephine Baker in a new untitled biopic from StudioCanal. This marks her first leading film role after appearing in Mother Mary.
Which actress is attached to a Helen of Troy project directed by Christopher Nolan?
Lupita Nyong’o has been cast as Helen in Nolan’s adaptation of The Odyssey. Alec Baldwin publicly defended the casting choice against online criticism.
What biopics or films is Priyanka Chopra developing?
Priyanka Chopra is attached to an Amri biopic as well as a film set in Varanasi. These projects expand her work in both acting and producing.
Is FKA Twigs’ Josephine Baker biopic her first major acting lead?
Yes, it is her first leading role in a feature film. The project follows her supporting part in Mother Mary.
How has the casting of Lupita Nyong’o in The Odyssey been received?
The casting has sparked discussion online, prompting Alec Baldwin to publicly support Nyong’o. The film is an upcoming Christopher Nolan project.
FKA Twigs leads Josephine Baker biopic after Mother Mary; Priyanka Chopra Amri biopic + Varanasi film; Lupita Nyong’o Helen in Nolan Odyssey.