Lady Gaga Plays Harley Quinn, First Look at 'JOKER: FOLIE A DEUX' Film - Watched 167 Million Times in One Day

JOKER: FOLIE A DEUX is set in the dark and mysterious city of Gotham. Returning in the role of Joker, Joaquin Phoenix is accompanied by Lady Gaga, who portrays Harley Quinn, a psychiatrist who becomes infatuated with Joker and later becomes involved in his crimes.

The main focus of this film is the collaboration between Phoenix and Gaga, two stars with incredible acting talent. Gaga, who has impressed audiences in A STAR IS BORN, is anticipated to bring a fresh and deep interpretation to the character of Harley Quinn.

In the previous sequel, the focus was solely on the main character Joker, but in this sequel, he will share the screen with Harleen Quinzel or Harley Quinn, portrayed by Lady Gaga. The first trailer for JOKER: FOLIE À DEUX also depicts the current life of Arthur Fleck, who is now a patient at Arkham Asylum. This is where Arthur will first interact with the character of Harley Quinn.

In addition to Joaquin Phoenix, Zazie Beetz, Leigh Gill, and Sharon Washington, several other actors are also planned to return in JOKER: FOLIE A DEUX. In addition, there are some new additions to the cast, including Lady Gaga who will portray Harley Quinn, but their roles in the film have not been officially announced.

The released first look features stunning visuals with the distinctive aesthetics of the first film. The meticulously designed costume and makeup make Lady Gaga's portrayal of Harley Quinn look perfect. Her strong and colorful character promises a performance that will leave a deep impression on the audience.

According to Variety, the trailer for JOKER: FOLIE A DEUX has achieved Warner Bros' biggest launch in recent years, surpassing the success of BARBIE, which grossed $1.4 billion or equivalent to Rp 22.7 trillion in global box office and earned the title of the highest-grossing film in 2023.

Directed by Todd Phillips, JOKER: FOLIE A DEUX is anticipated to replicate the success of its predecessor, which grossed over $1 billion or equivalent to Rp 16.1 trillion in 2019. Unlike the previous film, JOKER: FOLIE A DEUX will feature a musical genre with 15 cover songs, including those by Judy Garland and Burt Bacharach.

With a combination of an intriguing story, stunning visuals, and strong performances by the cast, JOKER: FOLIE A DEUX is predicted to be one of the most memorable films of 2024. The anticipation to see Lady Gaga's interpretation of the character Harley Quinn and the dynamics between Phoenix, who portrays the Joker, is very high. This film is scheduled to be released on October 4, 2024.