Geraldine Viswanathan Advocates for Inclusive Rom-Com Casting Beyond the Norm

Geraldine Viswanathan Wants Less Sydney Sweeney Glen Powell Style Rom Coms

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Geraldine Viswanathan, a fan of romantic comedies, hopes for more diversity in casting within the genre. In an interview with The Independent on Friday, March 15, the 28-year-old expressed her desire to see a variety of actors in love stories. She stated, "I want to revamp that and just see more diversity in these stories."

The actress expressed her support for the current resurgence of romantic comedies but hopes to see more people of color getting opportunities in the genre. She mentioned that it is uncommon to see a woman of color in such roles, citing the example of the Netflix miniseries "One Day" which she recently watched.

Viswanathan pointed out that while there have been improvements in the industry towards inclusivity, there is still a gap that exists. She expressed her thoughts by saying that although there has been progress, it doesn't feel completely equal yet, especially for women of color in the business.

Geraldine Viswanathan Wants Less Sydney Sweeney Glen Powell Style Rom Coms

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Sweeney, 26, and Powell, 35, starred in the movie Anyone But You, released last year. It was a modern version of William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing and made $200 million globally.

In January, Sweeney, who was also a producer, expressed her gratitude on Instagram. She thanked the fans for their support, saying, “You guys are the best. I truly appreciate all the love you have shown for this film.”

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She added: “Rom coms are back baby!!!!”

Powell hinted that he is open to working with Sweeney again in the future after their successful project together. He praised Sydney for being easy to work with and fun, expressing interest in collaborating on new projects. Powell mentioned to Variety in February that they are actively seeking new opportunities and encouraged sending them scripts for consideration. He added that they have enjoyed the process of reading various scripts and are excited for what the future holds.

Kate Hudson, the iconic star of '90s romantic comedies, recently shared her thoughts on the revival of the genre. During an appearance on The View in January, she mentioned that it can be challenging to convince male actors, who are more inclined towards Marvel-style roles, to take on romantic films.

When asked by cohost Sara Haines how these roles could become more appealing to actors, Hudson emphasized the importance of the scriptwriters. She explained that the key to attracting top male talent lies in the quality of the script.

The actress believes that the key is the writing and the investment made in portraying the story and the directors. She mentioned that classics had talented individuals like Nora Ephron who contributed to the magic. According to her, it all boils down to how studios are willing to invest in these talents.

Editor's P/S:

The article highlights the ongoing need for greater diversity and inclusivity in the romantic comedy genre. Geraldine Viswanathan's call for more representation of actors of color underscores the persistent underrepresentation of diverse voices in these stories. Despite some progress, the industry still falls short in providing equal opportunities for women of color in leading roles.

The article also touches upon the challenges faced in attracting male actors to romantic comedies. Kate Hudson's perspective emphasizes the importance of strong scripts and the need for studios to invest in talented writers. By creating compelling and well-written stories, the industry can make romantic comedies more appealing to a wider range of actors and audiences, ultimately fostering a more equitable and inclusive genre. prioritizing quality writing and investing in diverse voices, studios can create more inclusive and compelling romantic comedies that reflect the true nature of love and relationships.