Yes, Rachel Zegler was in Shazam: Fury of The Gods as she played the role of Anthea.
Rachel Anne Zegler, born on May 3, 2001, is a renowned American actress. Her breakthrough came when she made her cinematic debut as María in Steven Spielberg's musical rendition of West Side Story (2021), earning her the prestigious Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical. Following this, she took on the role of Anthea in the superhero blockbuster Shazam! Fury of the Gods (2023).
In 2018, Zegler was cast as María in Spielberg's West Side Story. The film was released in December 2021 and was a critical and commercial success. Zegler's performance was praised by critics, with many calling her a breakout star. Zegler has several upcoming projects, including the films Snow White, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, and Spellbound. She is also set to star in the Disney+ series The Electric State.
What was Shazam 2 about?
Shazam! Fury of the Gods serves as the follow-up to Shazam! and marks the twelfth installment in the DC Extended Universe, pitting the Shazam family against the malevolent offspring of Atlas. Two years post Thaddeus Sivana's downfall, Hespera and Kalypso, two of Atlas's Titan daughters, infiltrate Athens' Acropolis Museum to steal the Wizard's fractured staff. They compel him, captive in the Gods' Realm, to mend and reactivate it.
In Philadelphia, Billy Batson and his foster siblings, the "Shazamily," rescue citizens on the crumbling Benjamin Franklin Bridge, drawing criticism for the destruction caused. Their bonds weaken as they mature, with Mary resenting her secret superhero life hindering her college dreams. Billy fears aging out of the foster system. A dream prompts them to investigate the Daughters, while Freddy loses powers and Anne, his crush, is their sister.
Hespera and Kalypso seize Freddy's powers, Anne's true identity revealed. They encase the city in an impenetrable dome, demanding revenge for their father's death. The Shazamily drafts a negotiation letter using a sentient pen in the Rock of Eternity. Hespera fights them during a meeting, Pedro losing powers. Hespera's capture ends in escape and theft of the Golden Apple, the Tree of Life's seed. Freddy, the Wizard, and Anthea try escaping the Gods' Realm. They steal the Apple, but Hespera reclaims it.
The Daughters disagree over the Apple's use. Freddy is revealed but retakes powers, and a showdown reveals their secret to foster parents. Kalypso plants the Tree, spawning monsters. Billy, disheartened, confronts Kalypso, while the Shazamily fights the creatures. Billy overloads the staff, sacrificing himself to end the threat. Hespera acknowledges his heroism before her demise.
Anthea takes the family to the Gods' Realm for Billy's burial. Diana Prince restores the staff, resurrects Billy, and revives the Gods' Realm. Billy revives his siblings' powers, and they rebuild their home. Anthea and the Wizard remain on Earth.
What role did Rachel Zegler play in Shazam 2?
Rachel Zegler played Anthea in Shazam! Fury of the Gods. Anthea is the youngest of the Daughters of Atlas, three ancient goddesses seeking to reclaim the power Shazam stole from their father. Zegler's character is rebellious, impulsive, and fiercely loyal to her sisters.
Zegler's performance in Shazam! Fury of the Gods was praised by critics, with many noting her comedic timing and screen presence. The film also marked Zegler's second significant film role, following her breakthrough performance as María in Steven Spielberg's West Side Story.
Zegler is a rising star in the entertainment industry and her role in Shazam! Fury of the Gods is sure to help her career continue to grow.
FAQs
A. Rachel Zegler is 23 years old.
A. Shazam 2 made $125 million against a $100 million budget, proving to be a box-office disaster.
A. The IMDb rating of Shazam 2 is 6/10.
