Cillian Murphy shows interest in portraying Ken in 'Barbie' sequel; ready for script discussion

Cillian Murphy has been receiving immense acclaim for his compelling portrayal of physicist J Robert Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan's biopic, 'Oppenheimer.' The film, which explores the complex life of the father of the Atomic Bomb, was released on July 21, coinciding with the premiere of Greta Gerwig's 'Barbie,' a lighthearted story revolving around the iconic dolls Barbie and Ken.

During a recent interview with Cinefilos, Cillian was asked about his interest in playing Ken in the film 'Barbie.' In response, the actor expressed enthusiasm, saying, "Sure, yeah! Let's read the script and let's have a conversation. I can't wait to see it. I think it's great for cinema to get all these great movies happening this summer."

While 'Oppenheimer' is based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning biography "American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J Robert Oppenheimer," the star-studded cast also includes Emily Blunt, Robert Downey Jr, Florence Pugh, and Matt Damon in significant roles. On the other hand, 'Barbie' features Margot Robbie as Barbie and Ryan Gosling as Ken, following the dolls on a journey of self-discovery in the real world after facing an existential crisis.

The simultaneous release of 'Barbie' and 'Oppenheimer' has sparked a global trend called "Barbenheimer," capturing the attention of audiences worldwide. Both films have made their mark at the box office, with 'Oppenheimer' performing better in India, while 'Barbie' shines at the US box office.

As these two distinct films offer contrasting cinematic experiences, cinephiles are delighted by the diverse range of movies hitting theaters this summer. With Cillian Murphy's captivating performance in 'Oppenheimer' and the exciting prospect of seeing him as Ken in 'Barbie 2', fans are eagerly anticipating the next wave of cinematic brilliance from the talented actor.