New Star Wars Film Stirs Controversy Amid Calls for Greater Diversity

Director Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy's upcoming film focusing on Rey ignites debate, with Elon Musk supporting potential shareholder lawsuit against Disney.

Director Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy is set to direct a new Star Wars film focusing on the character Rey, sparking controversy among the fanbase.
Obaid-Chinoy's comments about enjoying making men uncomfortable and the need for a woman to shape a Star Wars story have fueled the debate.
Elon Musk has shown support for a potential class-action lawsuit against Disney, Lucasfilm's parent company, over the hiring of Obaid-Chinoy.
Obaid-Chinoy's film is part of a broader discussion about representation and diversity in the Star Wars franchise.
Despite the controversy, Obaid-Chinoy, a two-time Oscar winner, remains committed to the project.