Lady Gaga could be in “Joker 2

Lady Gaga is reportedly preparing to return to the big screen. The singer would be approached to play alongside Joaquin Phoenix in a sequel to Joker.

According to Deadline, the 36-year-old star would play Harley Quinn, the psychiatrist who treats the Joker at Arkham Asylum. She would fall in love with the criminal and become his sidekick.

Director Todd Phillips revealed last week part of the script planned for Joker: Madness for two. Few other details have leaked, but according to The Hollywood Reporter, the new film would be a musical, an art form in whichLady Gaga excels.

Lady Gaga confirmed her acting talent in the lead role of A Star is Born in 2018, for which she was nominated for an Oscar. She recurred with another strong performance in House of Gucci in 2021.

Joker, released in 2019, has grossed over $1 billion worldwide. Joaquin Phoenix, who has not yet confirmed his participation in the second installment but is reportedly interested in taking part, won the Best Actor award at the Oscars for the role.