WARNER BROS. KOREA

In an unexpected turn of events, actor Ryan Gosling has canceled his scheduled trip to promote the highly-anticipated film "Barbie," citing "inevitable circumstances." However, his co-star Margot Robbie arrived in Korea on Saturday, continuing with the planned promotional activities.

Gosling and Robbie, along with director Greta Gerwig and actor America Ferrera, were set to visit Korea as part of a promotional tour for "Barbie." The tour aimed to engage with local fans and the press, generating excitement around the upcoming release.

Warner Bros. Korea, the local distributor of the U.S. film, did not provide further details regarding Gosling's cancellation. However, they expressed hopes for future opportunities, stating, "Ryan Gosling is hoping to meet with you through another opportunity" in a press release.

Despite Gosling's absence, Warner Bros. Korea assured that other promotional events would proceed as scheduled. A pop-up store dedicated to "Barbie" opened in Hannam-dong, central Seoul, on Saturday and will remain open until July 31, offering fans a unique experience related to the film.

"Barbie" is a live-action adaptation of Mattel's iconic fashion doll franchise. The story follows Barbie, portrayed by Robbie, and Ken, played by Gosling, as they embark on an adventure from Barbie Land to the real world.

While an exact domestic release date for the film in July has yet to be announced, the anticipation surrounding "Barbie" remains high among fans and industry insiders alike. As the promotional tour unfolds, Margot Robbie's presence in Korea will undoubtedly generate excitement and further intrigue surrounding this highly-anticipated film.

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Kang In sig, insig6622@naver.com