"Lmao what": Internet in shambles as Meryl Streep is reportedly in talks to play Aslan in Greta Gerwig’s ‘Narnia’

After the massive success of Barbie (2024), which grossed nearly $1.5 billion worldwide, Greta Gerwig is all set for her next project - a highly anticipated reboot of the beloved Chronicles of Narnia franchise. As per reports, the film is slated for a November 26, 2026 release. However, some intriguing new developments have just surfaced.

As per sources, Meryl Streep has been rumored to be offered the role of Aslan, the Great Lion, in Greta Gerwig’s Narnia film. Unlike in the original books, where Aslan is male, the character will reportedly be female in this adaptation. The news has taken fans by surprise, sparking mixed reactions online.

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Internet Reacts hilariously to Meryl Streep reportedly voicing Aslan in Greta Gerwig's Narnia reboot

The reports sparked a wave of mixed reactions online, with many netizens sharing their amused takes on the unexpected casting choice.

"Lmao what??" a user on X reacted.

The news has certainly baffled fans, who have grown up with the idea of Aslan, in which the character would be portrayed as a male in both the books and movies. Also, the transition from Liam Neeson's deep, commanding voice tone to Meryl Streep's legendary but vastly different range would be... quite a shift.

"Who’s playing the Ice Queen, Brad Pitt?" joked another user on X.

If Meryl Streep is rumored to be taking on Aslan's character, does that mean Brad Pitt will be playing the White Witch? The user, whose response is mentioned next, seems frustrated by the rumor, but might have just pitched the plot for a surprisingly hilarious comedy.

"The Queen is here" (via @LauPinilla01 / X)

This has been a great moment for Meryl Streep fans, who believe that the Three-time Academy Award winner is so versatile that she could play any role — even Batman! With a record-breaking 21 Oscar nominations, it is safe to say that she is up for the challenge of playing the role of the beloved mythical lion.

"How is this possible? Aslan has a mane," another X user pointed out.

This appears to be a fair concern, with the user being quite confused by the casting choice. Aslan is known in the Narnia universe for his thick, shiny, and magnificent mane. It plays a pivotal role in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, which features a scene where the White Witch chops off Aslan's mane. But in this remake, the question is how will she pull it off if there's no mane to begin with?

"Are they making Aslan female or just giving Meryl a chance to voice act as a dude?" wondered another.

Now that's an interesting question — will this be a complete case of gender-swap or will Gerwig just be having Meryl voice a male character? And if Aslan is indeed reimagined as female, will her name be changed to... Aslady?

The rumored reports of Meryl Streep being approached to voice Aslan in Gerwig's Narnia reboot have certainly left fans divided. It has also sparked a big question among them - what trick does Greta Gerwig have up her sleeve to do justice to the beloved and perhaps one of the greatest film franchises ever?