Director Jon M. Chu has stated that he is not yet considering casting for the upcoming Britney Spears biopic, emphasizing that the project will not move forward on talent selection until the story is fully finalized. The filmmaker, known for his work on "Wicked," confirmed that while production has not begun, he has already reviewed portions of the script written by Liz Meriwether.
In a recent interview, Chu praised Meriwether's work on the project, noting that the writer is "doing many beautiful things." He described his experience with the material as "incredible," adding that he has received glimpses of her progress on the screenplay.
Despite the positive assessment of the writing, Chu remains firm on the development timeline. He explicitly stated that he is "not even thinking about casting" at this stage, indicating a priority to secure a solid narrative foundation before engaging with actors for the title role.
The approach reflects a common strategy in high-profile biographical films, where directors often delay casting decisions to ensure that the character's arc and the film's thematic direction are clearly defined. By locking the story first, Chu aims to align the eventual performance with the specific vision established by Meriwether's script.
While no official release date or production start date was provided in the statement, the comments suggest that the project is in an active development phase focused on script refinement rather than pre-production logistics.
<small>Source: Variety — read the original story there.</small>
