Snow White Star Has Cheeky Response To Ralph Fiennes Hunger Games Prequel Casting

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Summary

  • Ralph Fiennes cast as President Snow in Hunger Games prequel.
  • Actress Rachel Zegler humorously reacts to Fiennes’ casting.
  • Some fans prefer Kiefer Sutherland as President Snow.

Title “The Hunger Games: Dawn of the Reaping” has selected an actor for the role of President Snow in the upcoming sequel, which has garnered a humorous and clever reaction from one of its previous stars.

Progress is being made in the casting for the upcoming “Hunger Games” prequel, with Joseph Zada recently announced to play the young Haymitch Abernathy in “Sunrise on the Reaping.” He’ll be joined by Whitney Peak, who will portray his character Lenore Dove Baird. Jesse Plemons is also part of the prequel and will take on the role of Plutarch Heavensbee. Most recently, Lionsgate and “The Hunger Games” have confirmed that Ralph Fiennes will play President Snow in the prequel. This casting choice has drawn a playful reaction from an actress known for her role as Snow White.

Rachel Zegler, known for her role as Lucy Gray Baird in “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes“, was quick to comment on Instagram about the news, writing “Not my movie ex playing Voldemort“. This refers to her character’s past romantic connections with a younger Snow and Fiennes’ famous role as Lord Voldemort in the “Harry Potter” series. Her comment sparked laughter among other social media users, with one quipping that she “dodged a bullet”. However, some fans have a different opinion about Fiennes’ casting. They believe that Lionsgate should have given the role to Kiefer Sutherland as he resembles Donald Sutherland, who played President Snow in the previous “Hunger Games” films.

In the story, Zegler’s character Lucy Gray plays a substantial role in Snow’s life. She is a representative from District 12, admired for her enchanting voice and charisma. As part of the nomadic musical group called Covey, she employs allure, wisdom, and stage presence to navigate the lethal arena. Unlike Katniss Everdeen, Lucy Gray relies on charm, intelligence, and performance to survive. Snow was tasked with mentoring her, and he was captivated by her beauty, quick-wit, and independence. They developed a romantic relationship, but Lucy Gray maintained emotional detachment, sensing his controlling nature.

Lucy Gray triumphed in the 10th Hunger Games, yet their bond weakened after Snow murdered one of her friends. Fearing she would expose him, he pursued her and shot her. Her fate remains uncertain, as neither the book nor the movie provides a definitive answer about whether she survived the gunshot or not, since her body was never found to confirm her death. Readers are left to speculate and interpret if Lucy Gray lived on or perished after the shooting.

Zegler’s reaction to Fiennes playing a role in “The Hunger Games” was surprising and undeniably amusing. The humor stemmed from the fact that her response wasn’t what people anticipated. Furthermore, it showcases her humor and intellect as the characters from different fictional worlds share common themes. Indeed, both Voldemort and Snow possess authoritarian and controlling traits. Moreover, these chilling characters excel in psychological manipulation, using people’s fears and weaknesses to accomplish their objectives.

As a passionate movie enthusiast, I must admit that the casting of Fiennes for this role has stirred a mix of reactions among fans, with some praising it and others yearning for someone else in the role. However, there’s no denying that Fiennes has consistently demonstrated his prowess when it comes to embodying intricate villains. His portrayal of Lord Voldemort in the Harry Potter film series is a testament to this, and he also left an indelible mark as the chilling Amon Göth in Schindler’s List, a performance that even earned him an Oscar nomination. With his ability to portray cold, calculating characters with captivating charm, Fiennes seems to embody Snow perfectly.

The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping will hit theaters on November 20, 2026.

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2025-05-19 19:05