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Timothée Chalamet Shatters 45-Year-Old Box Office Record

With the success of 'Wonka' and 'Dune: Part Two,' the actor surpasses John Travolta's historic achievement.

  • Timothée Chalamet has become the first actor in over four decades to star in the top two domestic-grossing films over a span of eight months, breaking a record previously held by John Travolta.
  • Chalamet's recent hits, 'Wonka' and 'Dune: Part Two,' have collectively grossed over $1 billion in ticket sales, showcasing his box office appeal beyond superhero franchises.
  • 'Wonka,' a musical fantasy that serves as a prequel to 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,' has been praised for Chalamet's performance and its presentation, grossing over $630 million worldwide.
  • 'Dune: Part Two' continues the sci-fi saga with Chalamet reprising his role as Paul Atreides, amassing over $400 million in just over two weeks of its release.
  • Chalamet is currently filming 'A Complete Unknown,' a biopic on Bob Dylan's early years, further solidifying his status as one of Hollywood's leading actors.
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