Kim Kardashian leaves fans divided as reality TV star plans to produce and star in comedy 'The 5th Wheel'
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Reality TV star and businesswoman Kim Kardashian's announcement of her upcoming film, 'The 5th Wheel', has elicited mixed reactions among her fanbase.
The news of her role in the female-driven comedy has sparked excitement in some quarters while others are already expressing skepticism.
Kim Kardashian to star in and produce film
The reality TV star, aged 43, is all set to star in and produce the feature film 'The 5th Wheel', according to Deadline.
The movie, currently in the pitching phase across different studios, is being scripted by Paula Pell, known for her work in 'Wine Country', and Janine Brito from 'Girls5Eva'.
Deadline reported that several studios are in a bidding war for the film, highlighting Kim's active involvement in presenting the project during meetings, thus attracting the studios' interest.
Kim Kardashian will star in and produce an upcoming comedy film titled ‘The 5th Wheel,’ Deadline reports. pic.twitter.com/PpN6crgAau
— Pop Base (@PopBase) November 19, 2023
Pell, who is also taking on a producing role, boasts a background from 'Saturday Night Live' and collaborations with Tina Fey in '30 Rock', along with working alongside Amy Poehler and Judd Apatow.
Meanwhile, this project marks Brito's return since her appearance in 'Wine Country', a comedy featuring Fey and Poehler, in which Pell also starred.
Kim Kardashian's big screen debut ignites debate on internet
The news sparked discussions on social media, particularly on X (formerly Twitter), with some questioning Kim's comedic timing and suitability for such a role.
One user wrote, "Oh she's not letting go of that her billionaire status.. ikdr!."
Oh she's not letting go of that her billionaire status.. ikdr!
— Pappy Bear🐻. (@OnikaPwesh) November 19, 2023
Another added, "We are so ready for kim’s acting era ! she gonna eat."
"Here we go again, the kardashian factor," commented one.
One replied, "Kim is so deep in her bag. increasing that billionaire net worth status."
kim is so deep in her bag. increasing that billionaire net worth status 👏 pic.twitter.com/QWeQSvSh9n
— that girl. (@prettygirlxclub) November 19, 2023
From reality TV fame to diverse screen ventures
Exploring Kim Kardashian's acting portfolio, the media personality gained fame through reality TV shows like 'Keeping Up With The Kardashians' and the ongoing series 'The Kardashians'.
She recently appeared in FX's 'American Horror Story: Delicate' and lent her voice to two 'Paw Patrol' films.
Additionally, she made an impression on 'Saturday Night Live' in 2022 with a humorous monologue filled with self-aware jokes.
Amid her reality TV success, Kim has also dabbled in other acting ventures.
Before her reality TV career, she had a role in a 'Fall Out Boy' music video and starred in the 2008 film 'Disaster Movie', a project she later admitted she found 'mortifying' and couldn't bear to watch during her appearance on the ABC game show 'Big Fan'.
Kim Kardashian's intention to be part of a comedy film has polarized opinions among fans, casting a spotlight on her varied acting experiences, from successes to ventures that she herself admits were less than ideal.