In the world of cinema, the choice of actors can mean the difference between a successful film and one that goes unnoticed. In the case of Barbie, director Greta Gerwig succeeded by casting Ryan Gosling as Ken, the iconic doll’s eternal companion. Gosling not only captivated the audience with his performance, but also won the hearts of his colleagues, especially Nkuti Gatwa.
Ryan Gosling: the charming Barbie Ken who charmed even her colleagues
Although Margot Robbie was a natural choice for the lead role in the film, Ryan Gosling was the first person to come to mind when thinking about the star cast of Barbie. After the release of the Warner Bros. Pictures and Greta Gerwig must have been extremely pleased to stick with that first idea, as the actor and his character were among the most valuable elements of the entire film.
However, for Nkuti Gatwa, working with Ryan Gosling proved to be a challenge, not because of the Oscar-nominated actor’s demeanor, but because of his striking looks. In an interview with Elle magazine, the Sex Education star admitted that she was sometimes lost in Gosling’s blue eyes:
“The first month on the set, I was so nervous that I almost didn’t say a word. There was a moment when I was talking to Greta, I turned around and saw Ryan Gosling in front of me. His eyes were so bright blue that I was… lost. I was fascinated by her eyes.”
In the film, Gatwa plays one of several Kens from Barbieland, who later joins Ken Gosling in an attempt to turn the female-dominated pink world into something more like the real world, following Barbie on an offbeat adventure.
It can be seen that Ryan Gosling not only captivated the audience with his impeccable game, but also had a magical effect on his colleagues on the set. His presence and captivating eyes made the Barbie experience all the more memorable for everyone who had the honor of sharing the set with him.