Disney’s Live-Action 'Snow White' Faces Criticism Ahead of Release

The remake, starring Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot, has drawn backlash over casting, creative decisions, and marketing challenges as ticket sales open for its March 21 debut.

Disney’s live-action 'Snow White,' which features Rachel Zegler as Snow White and Gal Gadot as the Evil Queen, is set to release on March 21, 2025.
The film has faced significant criticism online, including backlash over casting choices, the portrayal of the Seven Dwarves, and comments made by lead actress Rachel Zegler about the original 1937 film.
A recently released trailer, showcasing musical elements and interactions between Snow White and the Evil Queen, has received mixed reactions, with low viewership and a high dislike-to-like ratio on YouTube.
Box office projections for the film’s opening weekend have dropped to an estimated $48–58 million domestically, significantly lower than initial forecasts and past Disney live-action remakes.
Disney has limited press events and promotional efforts for the film, reportedly to mitigate potential negative reactions and controversies surrounding the project.