Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis, known for their roles in the popular movie Freaky Friday, are reportedly in talks to star in the long-awaited sequel, Freaky Friday 2. The original film, released in 2003, was a remake of the 1976 classic and was a commercial success for Disney, grossing nearly $161 million worldwide.
The potential return of Lohan and Curtis to their iconic daughter and mother roles has generated excitement among fans. The Hollywood Reporter revealed that Nisha Ganatra, known for her work on the Welcome to Chippendales series, has been tapped to direct the sequel for Walt Disney Studios.
Recent career successes for both actresses have further fueled anticipation for the sequel. Jamie Lee Curtis, who reprised her role as Laurie Strode in the Halloween movie series reboot, received critical acclaim and won a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her role in the fantasy comedy Everything Everywhere All at Once.
Lindsay Lohan, best known for her role in Mean Girls, has also been making waves in the industry. She made a cameo appearance in the movie musical version of Mean Girls and currently stars in the Netflix original movie Irish Wish, which has garnered significant viewership on the streaming platform.
The production of Freaky Friday 2 is expected to commence this summer, with fans eagerly awaiting further updates on the project. The original Freaky Friday was based on the best-selling children's book by Mary Rogers, first published in 1972.