"Hollywood’s “What If” multiverse is always fascinating" - Internet divided as Lucy Hale reveals she auditioned for 'The Substance'

Hollywood's long-standing "what if" discussions were rekindled when Lucy Hale recently disclosed in an interview that she tried out for The Substance. The disclosure has generated online debate about how the movie may have turned out differently if Hale had been cast. After Hale revealed this in an interview conducted by BuzzFeed Celeb, the internet went on a spiral; a user commented, "Hollywood’s “What If” multiverse is always fascinating."

In the interview, she also revealed a bunch of auditions she appeared for, namely Pitch Perfect, Hannah Montana, Hairspray, Fifty Shades of Grey, and many more. In the interview, while playing with pups, she recollected her Hannah Montana audition experience, describing how, at the age of 14, she participated in the H.M. audition in Tennessee.

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The Internet's Reaction to What If...Lucy Hale got the part in The Substance

Online discussions of Lucy Hale's audition for The Substance were conflicting. The internet was divided, with one side arguing she could have pulled it off brilliantly while another believed the current casting was perfect. This started a "What If" debate.

A user summed up the intrigue by commenting,

"Hollywood’s “What If” multiverse is always fascinating."

Other users also chimed in with another user, commenting that she believed that her personal experiences would have influenced the movie.

"That's fascinating! Lucy Hale's audition for The Substance aligns perfectly with her recent transparency about her sobriety journey. It’s interesting to see how her personal experiences might connect with the film’s themes of transformation and beauty standards."

while supporters of Hale believed that she could have pulled it off,

"Margaret was perfect but Lucy would have eaten this up too"-one stated

"Wait… imagine if she got the role??"-asked another

However, not everyone was convinced by Hale, another user commented,

"Sorry but I don’t see her playing that character. Ijbol"

"I don't think she's fit for the role"-another user said

"margaret was the best choice, it was good that she played Margaret"-added a third user.

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More about Lucy Hale

Her journey of growth and sobriety

Lucy Hale has gained attention for her personal journey in addition to her professional career. She talked candidly about her three years sober during an interview on Today With Jenna & Friends, stressing the value of being genuine. She stated that sharing her story let her connect with others, saying,

“I just wanted to show up as myself.”

The show's guest host is Dwayne Wade, who is hosting from the 10th to the 14th of this month. He commended Hale for her candor. He made comparisons between her story and his own recovery from kidney cancer. Wade praised Hale for using her position to encourage others, saying,

“People say it’s bravery, and I told you off camera—I think what you’re doing is brave as well.”

Current movie: F*** Marry K*ll

Lucy Hale is presently appearing in the comedy thriller F Marry K*ll, which combines dating app culture, murder, and true crime. Eva Vaughn, the girl she plays in the movie, has to figure out which of her three dates is a serial murderer. According to director Laura Murphy, the movie plays on genuine anxieties about internet dating.

“How many times have we joked before a date, ‘Hope he’s not a serial killer!’”

The movie, which is now showing in a few theaters and online, has won accolades for its distinctive fusion of tension and comedy. Lucy Hale's fans are excited to see her in another thriller movie after her appearance on Pretty Little Liars.