Dua Lipa, the chart-topping British sensation, is setting her sights on a new frontier in her career: Hollywood. Following her recent successes in films like 2024’s Argylle and the blockbuster hit Barbie in 2023, the 28-year-old singer is eyeing a collaboration with none other than the legendary Oscar-winning director Pedro Almodovar.
In a recent interview with Spanish news website El Espanol, Dua expressed her admiration for Almodovar’s work and her desire to become one of his iconic “Almodovar girls.” These leading ladies, as affectionately dubbed in Spain, are the backbone of Almodovar’s films, known for their strength, complexity, and unwavering authenticity.
Dua emphasized how Almodovar’s films empower women to be unapologetically themselves, portraying female protagonists with depth, nuance, and layers. She highlighted Almodovar’s unique ability to showcase the full spectrum of women’s experiences, blending humor, emotion, and drama seamlessly.
Almodovar, whose illustrious career spans decades, has a knack for crafting stories that resonate with audiences worldwide. From his breakthrough film Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown to recent hits like Parallel Mothers, starring frequent collaborator Penelope Cruz, Almodovar has consistently pushed boundaries and challenged conventions.
While Dua awaits her opportunity to work with the Spanish auteur, Almodovar is gearing up for his feature-length English-language debut, The Room Next Door. Starring luminaries Tilda Swinton and Julianne Moore, the film explores the complex dynamics between a mother and daughter, promising another captivating addition to Almodovar’s illustrious filmography.
For Almodovar aficionados, The Room Next Door holds considerable anticipation, as the director’s signature blend of wit, poignancy, and visual flair is poised to captivate audiences once again. With Sony Pictures Classics on board for distribution, the film’s release date remains eagerly awaited.
As Dua Lipa continues her meteoric rise in both the music and film industries, her aspirations to work with cinematic visionaries like Pedro Almodovar serve as a testament to her versatility and ambition. Whether on stage or on screen, Dua’s star continues to shine bright, leaving fans eagerly anticipating her next move in the ever-evolving world of entertainment.
