Joker’s Back, and He’s Not Alone: New Photos Spark Excitement for Folie à Deux. Joker 2: First Look at Joaquin Phoenix & Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn.
Washington DC: Excitement is brewing as the creators of the highly anticipated musical thriller sequel ‘Joker: Folie a Deux’ have unveiled fresh glimpses of the movie’s leading stars Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga.
DC Comics took to Instagram to share a series of captivating snapshots, accompanied by the caption, “Feeling the love #JokerFolieADeux 10.4.24”
In the first image, Phoenix, portraying his character Joker, shares a moment with Gaga, who embodies Harley Quinn, albeit she gazes elsewhere. The duo appears to be under the spotlight, likely on stage.
Moving on to the second photo, the on-screen pair shares a tender moment, separated by bars. Phoenix occupies one side while Gaga occupies the other.
The third snapshot captures Gaga and Phoenix dancing atop a rooftop. Gaga is adorned in a wedding gown while Phoenix is sharply dressed.
While specific plot details for ‘Joker 2’ remain undisclosed, sources describe it as a dramatic narrative infused with musical elements, unfolding in and around Arkham Asylum. The ensemble cast includes returning ‘Joker’ star Zazie Beetz alongside newcomers Brendan Gleeson, Catherine Keener, Jacob Lofland, and Harry Lawtey.
The original ‘Joker’ stirred both controversy and acclaim upon its 2019 release, amassing over USD 1 billion globally and earning the title of the highest-grossing R-rated film in box office history. Garnering 11 Oscar nominations, including best picture, the film secured Phoenix the coveted best actor accolade.
With ‘Joker 2’ slated as the sole DC comic book blockbuster of 2024, expectations are soaring, buoyed by the triumph of its predecessor and the inclusion of the illustrious Lady Gaga, as per reports from Variety.
