Lady Gaga Talks Joker 2’s Mixed Reception and Future Projects
Lady Gaga has finally opened up about the mixed reception of Joker: Folie à Deux and its underwhelming performance at the box office. Despite high expectations, the sequel to Joker (2019) faced a more tepid response from audiences and critics alike. Co-starring Joaquin Phoenix, the film had a tough time replicating the success of its predecessor, with box office numbers falling short of projections.
Lady Gaga on the Reception of Joker: Folie à Deux
In a recent interview with Elle, Lady Gaga addressed the challenges of being an artist, particularly when projects don’t land as expected. She reflected on the reception of Joker: Folie à Deux, acknowledging that it’s a natural part of the artistic process for not everyone to connect with a film. “People just sometimes don’t like some things. It’s that simple,” Lady Gaga said matter-of-factly. “And I think to be an artist, you have to be willing for people to sometimes not like it.”
Despite the film’s underperformance, Lady Gaga emphasized the importance of perseverance. She explained that artists must be able to keep moving forward, even when their work doesn’t connect with the audience in the way they envisioned. “You keep going even if something didn’t connect in the way that you intended. When that makes its way into your life, that can be hard to get control of. It’s part of the mayhem,” she shared. This candid insight into her mindset highlights the resilience required in the entertainment industry, especially in the face of disappointment.
Although Joker: Folie à Deux didn’t reach the level of success its creators hoped for, Lady Gaga remains focused on her future endeavors, including her upcoming album, Mayhem. In fact, her new album could be seen as a personal reflection of the struggles and challenges she has faced, both professionally and personally. “I feel some embarrassment and that’s a very vulnerable thing to share,” she confessed. “But I think through making this album, I was able to really love myself through all of that.”
Embracing Vulnerability Through Her New Album Mayhem
Lady Gaga went on to explain that creating Mayhem was a way for her to confront her past experiences and embrace her true self. “Confronting the music was a way of confronting some of the things I’ve been through, and going, ‘It’s okay that that’s who you are,’ and celebrating it about myself instead of trying to pretend it’s not real.”
The album Mayhem is set to feature 14 songs, including previously released tracks like Disease and Die With a Smile. As Lady Gaga navigates the ups and downs of her career, Mayhem will serve as a personal and creative expression of everything she has gone through.
In the meantime, Joker: Folie à Deux continues to be a psychological thriller that has captured the attention of audiences for its dark themes and unique take on the Joker character. Directed by Todd Phillips, the film stars Joaquin Phoenix reprising his role as the iconic villain, with Lady Gaga playing his love interest, Lee Quinzel. Alongside Phoenix and Gaga, the film features an ensemble cast including Zazie Beetz, Leigh Gill, Brendan Gleeson, Catherine Keener, Steve Coogan, and Harry Lawtey.
Lady Gaga’s resilience and openness about the ups and downs of her career are inspiring. As fans look forward to her new album Mayhem and her future projects, it’s clear that she will continue to embrace every part of her journey. What do you think of Lady Gaga’s candid comments about Joker 2 and her upcoming album? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
Source – Hindustan Times
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