Gal Gadot brought back the 1960s in a retro chic swimsuit shoot
Over the weekend, Gal Gadot shared a retro-inspired swimsuit photoshoot on her Instagram, giving off major 1960s vibes. The 37-year-old Wonder Woman actress goofily stuck out her tongue in some of the black and white snapshots, showcasing her stunningly long legs in a dark one-piece that highlighted her slender figure. Posing confidently in a backyard setting, she elegantly styled her hair in a towel. In addition to her fashion ventures, Gal has a new project in the works – a remake of Alfred Hitchcock’s romantic thriller “To Catch A Thief.” The original film, starring Cary Grant and Grace Kelly, was based on a novel by David Dodge. This isn’t the first time Gal has ventured into the world of classic Hollywood, and it seems like she’s embracing the nostalgia with style and grace.
She is set to star in and produce an upcoming film centered around Cleopatra, a role that has sparked criticism due to her being Caucasian. Gal, an Israeli who has served in her country’s armed forces as required by law, will be portraying the renowned Egyptian queen. Despite Cleopatra’s Greek heritage, the casting of white actresses in the role has led to accusations of ‘whitewashing’. In a recent interview on BBC Arabic, Gal responded to the backlash by stating, “If we’re going to stay true to historical accuracy, Cleopatra was Macedonian.”
The journey to stardom: Gal Gadot’s casting has previously sparked debate with Wonder Woman, as her military service in the Israel Defense Forces stirred up political controversy.
The famous international film star, who is also involved as a co-producer on the project, expressed her desire to find a Macedonian actress suitable for the role of Cleopatra. However, no one fit the bill, leading her to take on the iconic role herself due to her strong passion for the character. She emphasized her respect for Cleopatra as a historic figure and expressed her intent to celebrate her legacy in the film. Gal also encouraged other filmmakers to take on the challenge of creating their own interpretations of the Cleopatra story, confident in her own vision for the project.
