After months of swirling rumours and uncertainty, the highly anticipated Madonna biopic is officially back on track. Julia Garner, the actress tipped to portray the Queen of Pop, has broken her silence to confirm the project is in active development.
Speaking to Daily Mail at a recent event, the Emmy-winning Ozark star provided a much-needed update for fans. Garner confirmed that while the project has faced its share of delays, it is very much alive, with Madonna herself deeply involved in the creative process.
A Passion Project Driven by the Icon Herself
Garner revealed that the Material Girl star is not just a namesake producer but is the driving force behind the film. "It's happening," Garner stated. "It's been a long process, obviously, and for good reason. Madonna is meticulously curating this herself—she's writing it, she's directing it. She wants it to be perfect, and that takes time."
This first-hand involvement from Madonna suggests the film will be an intimate and authorised portrait, delving into her meteoric rise to fame, her countless reinventions, and her enduring impact on music, fashion, and culture over four decades.
Why The Delay?
The project was initially put on hold in early 2023 due to Madonna's massive Celebration World Tour, which dominated her schedule for over a year. Garner's comments confirm that the tour was the primary reason for the pause, but work has now resumed behind the scenes.
This aligns with reports that Madonna and Garner have been workshopping the script and choreography, ensuring an authentic portrayal that does justice to the icon's legacy. The film is set to be distributed by Universal Pictures, though a firm release date has yet to be announced.
Garner's 'Absolute Honour'
For Julia Garner, landing the role after a gruelling and highly publicised audition process involving intense singing and dance calls is the opportunity of a lifetime. "It's an absolute honour to be working with her," she expressed. "It's a dream project, and we are all committed to getting it right."
Her casting signals a deep commitment to authenticity, with Garner expected to perform Madonna's iconic hits and master her distinctive mannerisms and vocal cadence.
With the confirmation that the biopic is in active development, the anticipation is set to build once more for what promises to be one of the most revealing and spectacular music biopics ever made.
