Gosling's Ken Doll Takes the Internet by Storm with Off-the-Charts Kenergy

Audiences are enamored with Ryan Gosling's depiction of Ken in the Barbie movie. Gosling will be starring alongside Margot Robbie and a talented ensemble cast in Greta Gerwig's upcoming film, which centers around Mattel's iconic line of dolls. Gosling's version of Ken is just one of many iterations of the doll that will be featured in the movie, with other actors like Simu Liu, Ncuti Gatwa, Kingsley Ben-Adir, and John Cena set to play different variations of the character.

Since the release of Barbie's official trailer, social media has been buzzing with fans sharing their opinions on the movie. Once again, Gosling's portrayal of Ken has stood out, with viewers praising his chemistry with Robbie's Barbie and his amusing mugshot. Despite initial skepticism, many are now applauding the casting choice. Here are some tweets that show just how much audiences are loving Ken's character:

With his previous success in dramatic roles, Gosling's casting as Ken in Barbie came as a surprise to many. However, as behind-the-scenes footage of Gosling and Robbie in costume surfaced, support for his portrayal began to grow. As the film's official promotion began, trailers highlighted Ken's endearing qualities of being naive and absent-minded but ultimately good-hearted, cementing him as one of the most anticipated characters in the movie.

Despite appearing to be a cheerful companion to Barbie in her journey into the real world, Ken has a darker side, according to Gosling. At the start of the film, Ken is going through a difficult time in his life, which is juxtaposed with his generally upbeat demeanor. Additionally, he is engaged in a fierce rivalry with Liu's Ken, as seen in the first Barbie trailer. The fact that Gosling has contributed a song to the Barbie soundtrack suggests that Ken will have his own emotional journey and play a crucial role in the story.

Gosling's portrayal of Ken has been one of the highlights of Barbie's marketing, and the latest trailer has only served to increase excitement for his performance in Gerwig's film. Audiences were already eager to see Gosling's take on the character, but the new footage of Ken in the real world has left fans clamoring for more glimpses of his interactions with everyday people. Despite the film featuring an impressive ensemble cast, it is clear that Gosling's Ken has captured the hearts of viewers around the world.

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