Amidst the buzz surrounding the upcoming DC movie sequel Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, one name that has been the center of attention is Amber Heard. The actress, who portrays the character of Mera in the DC Extended Universe, has found herself embroiled in controversy and speculation about her role in Aquaman 2.
During the highly publicized legal battle between Amber Heard and Johnny Depp, rumors started to circulate that Heard’s role in the Aquaman franchise was being reduced or even eliminated. Heard herself claimed that scenes depicting action and conflict between her character and another were removed from the script, significantly diminishing her role. However, Walter Hamada’s testimony contradicted these claims, stating that Heard’s role was determined during the early stages of script development and remained consistent throughout.
One newly revealed aspect surrounding Amber Heard’s role in Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom is the alleged intervention by Elon Musk, her former boyfriend. According to Variety, Musk and his attorney sent a strongly worded letter to Warner Bros., threatening severe consequences if Heard was not retained for the sequel. This development reportedly influenced the studio’s decision not to fire Heard, despite the previous discussions about recasting her role.
Per the report:
Ultimately, the studio never pulled the trigger on firing Heard because her former boyfriend, Elon Musk, had one of his litigators send a “scorched-earth letter to Warner Bros. threatening to burn the house down” if the actress wasn’t brought back for a sequel, says a source familiar with the behind-the-scenes battle. Warner Bros. caved and moved forward with Heard. (Musk did not respond to a request for comment.)
The behind the scenes drama of Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom has captured the attention of fans and the media alike. It is clear that the controversy has left an indelible mark on the production and reception of the movie.
As the release date approaches, audiences will have the opportunity to judge the film for themselves and form their own opinions on the matter when Aquaman 2 hits theaters on December 20th.