Jon M. Chu is shutting down the rumors.
Following reviews that the Depraved director will likely be helming the movie adaptation of Britney Spears‘ memoir The Lady in Me, Jon spoke out on social media concerning rampant rumors surrounding casting.
Final summer time, Common Footage reportedly acquired the rights to the guide, and the Depraved director, together with producer Marc Platt, will likely be creating the guide into a movie.
Over the weekend, a tweet went viral primarily based on a Life & Fashion article, which instructed Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter and Millie Bobby Brown are battling for the position of the “Maintain It In opposition to Me” celebrity.
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“None of that is true,” Jon responded.
“Sounds thrilling however haven’t had one dialog about casting this film but. We’re manner too early in growth. Sorry 🤷🏻.”
That being mentioned, one of many aforementioned stars did say she would “love” to play the position.
One other actress responded to followers casting her within the position.
Earlier in 2025, the director supplied an replace about the place issues at present stand with the film.
None of that is true. Sounds thrilling however haven’t had one dialog about casting this film but. We’re manner too early in growth. Sorry 🤷🏻
— Jon M. Chu (@jonmchu) March 23, 2025
