Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot Forced to Play the Perfect Sisters Despite Their Ongoing Feud

The highly anticipated Hollywood premiere of Disney’s live-action Snow White took place on Saturday night at the El Capitan Theater. But while the red carpet was meant to be a celebration of the film’s release, all eyes were on the leading ladies—Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot—who were forced to put on a united front despite ongoing rumors of a deepening rift.

For months, speculation has swirled about tensions between the two actresses, fueled by contrasting political views and the storm of controversies surrounding the “woke” Snow White remake. Yet, as the cameras flashed and the cast gathered for photos, both Zegler and Gadot painted on bright smiles, working hard to convince the world that all was well.

Rachel Zegler, 23, who stars as Snow White, arrived at the premiere looking radiant, her cheerful demeanor masking the whispers of backstage drama. The West Side Story actress recently broke her silence on the criticism surrounding the film, but her focus at the event was on maintaining appearances rather than addressing the elephant in the room.

Standing beside her was Wonder Woman star Gal Gadot, 39, who takes on the role of the Evil Queen in the film. While both actresses managed to keep up their polished red carpet act, the tension between them was undeniable.

Their body language was scrutinized by onlookers, with some noting that while they stood side by side, their interactions seemed distant and rehearsed.

Accompanied by the film’s producer, Marc E. Platt, the two women posed for a brief photo session before quickly moving along, minimizing their time together in front of the cameras. Despite their best efforts to project harmony, their forced smiles did little to dispel the ongoing speculation.

Reports of a feud between Zegler and Gadot have circulated for weeks, with sources pointing to their starkly different perspectives on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. In the lead-up to the film’s release, tensions allegedly grew, with the two stars clashing behind closed doors.

Gal Gadot, an Israeli actress and former IDF soldier, has been vocal about her stance on political issues, while Zegler’s opinions have reportedly contrasted sharply. While neither actress has publicly addressed their rumored disagreement, insiders claim their relationship has been strained, making their red carpet reunion all the more awkward.

Compounding the issue is the controversy surrounding Snow White itself. From backlash over its progressive themes to criticism of Disney’s reimagining of the classic tale, the film has struggled to win over audiences even before its release.

The premiere’s “scaled-back” nature further hinted at the studio’s attempts to minimize media attention on the swirling drama.

Despite their alleged differences, both actresses knew that professionalism demanded a show of unity. For Disney, the last thing the studio needed was more negative press, and a very public feud between the film’s two biggest stars would have only added fuel to the fire.

On the surface, Zegler and Gadot executed their roles flawlessly, flashing their smiles and standing side by side as if they were the best of friends. But their careful avoidance of prolonged interaction and their reserved body language told a different story—one that suggested they were merely tolerating each other for the sake of the cameras.

Industry insiders believe that this tension is unlikely to fade anytime soon, especially if the film underperforms at the box office. With Snow White set to hit theaters on March 21, its success—or failure—could determine how much longer Zegler and Gadot will have to endure sharing the spotlight.

With the premiere now behind them, the real test begins: Will audiences embrace the live-action remake, or will it suffer the same fate as many of Disney’s recent reboots? More importantly, will Zegler and Gadot continue to keep up the charade, or will the rift between them eventually surface in a way that can no longer be ignored?

One thing is certain—no amount of forced smiles can hide the reality of a fractured relationship. Whether they like it or not, Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot will have to continue playing nice, at least until Snow White has run its course in theaters.

Until then, the world will be watching, waiting for any sign that the carefully maintained illusion of friendship has cracked.