Disney’s live-action Snow White remake, scheduled for March 21, 2025, is entangled in off-screen drama. The differing political views of stars Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot pro-Palestine versus pro-Israel overshadow the fairytale directed by Marc Webb.
Zegler, 23, playing Snow White, and Gadot, 39, as the Evil Queen, reportedly share “nothing in common,” per PEOPLE sources. Zegler’s vocal Palestine support contrasts with Gadot’s Israel advocacy, fueling tension. “Gal’s annoyed by the drama,” an insider said, noting their lack of friendship.
Inside ‘Snow White’ movie controversy as Disney ‘doesn’t know what to do’ with outspoken star Rachel Zegler https://t.co/IlCXtvkdj8 pic.twitter.com/AzsXmhBj7T
— Page Six (@PageSix) March 13, 2025The Snow White drama has disrupted Disney’s rollout. The March 15 LA premiere skips traditional press to dodge political questions, mirroring The Flash’s restricted access amid Ezra Miller’s issues. Zegler’s Gaza stance and Gadot’s IDF past, criticized by BDS, drive the cautious approach.
Disney is hosting a Hollywood premiere of “Snow White” on March 15, but the red carpet will not include the dozens of media outlets usually invited by Disney to interview the cast and creatives at its premieres.
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— Variety (@Variety) March 11, 2025BDS targets Gadot, calling for a boycott over her “genocidal” Israel support. Online, Gadot faces flak, while Zegler’s Palestine comments draw accusations of politicizing a kids’ film. Her team debunked a rumor of Gadot snubbing a Palestinian Oscar doc.
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Despite the Snow White drama, projections estimate a $50-56 million opening, hoping to match Cinderella’s $67 million. Zegler’s Spain performance replaces a UK premiere, reflecting a fractured campaign as Disney navigates this real-world rift.
