When Disney announced that they will be doing a live-action adaptation of the beloved classic 'Beauty and the Beast', the entire world rejoiced. Fans even got more excited when it was announced that 'Harry Potter' star Emma Watson will be cast as Belle. Now, rumors are circulating that Ryan Gosling might just be given the coveted role of the Beast.
Should Ryan Gosling accept the role as Beast, this might well be a match made in heaven. Fans would certainly love to see Emma Watson acting alongside Ryan Gosling in the Bill Condon directed film.
Tracking Board reported that Ryan is Disney's top choice to play the role of the Beast. While Ryan has yet to voice his opinion on the matter, fans all over the world are already voicing their excitement over all forms of social media everywhere.
'The Notebook' actor is also notorious for "turning down major studio roles". He is set to star in Paramount's "The Big Shot" opposite 'The Dark Knight' actor Christian Bale. This very well may lead to a "conflict in schedule."
Emma Watson, on the other hand is very excited to play the role of Belle. After rumors have been circulating that Emma will be playing Belle, the actress has officially confirmed that she has snagged the role.
"I'm finally able to tell you... that I will be playing Belle in Disney's new live-action Beauty and the Beast! It was such a big part of my growing up, it almost feels surreal that I'll get to dance to 'Be Our Guest' and sing 'Something There'. My six year old self is on the ceiling - heart bursting. Time to start some singing lessons. I can't wait for you to see it. Emma xx" the actress wrote on her Twitter.
The 'Beauty and the Beast' project is just part of Disney's current streak of producing live-action adaptations of their beloved classic animations, Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland for one and this year's upcoming Cinderella.
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