Gal Gadot, the Jewish beauty crowned as Miss Israel 2004, has now become a Hollywood sensation and is famously known for her captivating smile. Her stunning portrayal of Wonder Woman in the DC Comics world has earned her the titles of “Hollywood blockbuster star” and “Wonder Woman”. Vietnamese fans have affectionately dubbed her as “big sister” or “great mom”. As a key member of the Justice League, she stands alongside renowned superheroes like Batman, Superman, Aquaman, and The Flash. Gal Gadot’s portrayal of Wonder Woman has not only made her the first female superhero to have her own movie but also marked her first leading role in a Hollywood blockbuster.
In 2004, Gal Gadot won the Miss Israel beauty pageant. Despite her striking beauty, she is also known for her stubbornness. Hailing from Rosh HaAyin, Gal’s family has roots in four countries – Poland, Austria, Germany, and the Czech Republic – and her grandparents were Holocaust survivors. As a child, she dreamed of becoming a lawyer, but at age 18, a beauty expert spotted her and encouraged her to compete in the Miss Israel contest. Gal initially only entered to gain experience, but was shocked to win the crown. She went on to represent Israel in the Miss Universe pageant, where she intentionally rebelled against the dress code to avoid winning again. This tactic worked and she missed the Top 15. After her pageant days, Gal Gadot spent two years serving in the Israeli army, believing that it was her duty as a citizen to serve her country.
Gal Gadot, who spent two years in the army and continued to study law to follow her dream of becoming a lawyer, began her career as a model for magazines and on the catwalk. Her stunning looks caught the attention of the casting expert for the movie 007 – Quantum of Solace, who considered her for the role of Bond Girl alongside actor Daniel Craig. However, she lost the role to Ukrainian beauty Olga Kurylenko. This setback pushed Gal to pursue acting seriously and she eventually landed a spot in Hollywood’s Fast Furious 4 alongside Vin Diesel. Her first appearance on screen as a beautiful woman in a t-shirt without a bra next to a supercar caused a stir and made the directors curious about the identity of this unknown beauty. In Fast Five, Gal’s character Gisele’s famous scene where she takes off her scarf and dons a purple bikini became one of the most memorable moments in the entire Fast Furious series. After starring in three episodes of the blockbuster racing series, Gal Gadot, born in 1984 and a former Miss Israel, officially became the new face of Hollywood and is considered the hottest beauty in the industry with many new opportunities in store.
Gal Gadot was met with opposition from fans when DC chose her to play Wonder Woman due to her model-like body and small breasts, which differed from the comic book and original television depictions. However, Gal’s intelligence and talent have proven her to be the perfect fit for the role. In Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, her entrance as Wonder Woman received praise for being the highlight of an otherwise criticized film. In this solo film, Gal brings luxury and charisma to the character, while also portraying her innocent and curious side. Despite being a Hollywood star, she remains a classic type of woman.
Gal Gadot prioritizes her family over attending extravagant parties in Hollywood when she is not filming. She has been happily married to businessman Yaron Varsano, ten years her senior, since 2008 and they have two beautiful daughters. The origin story of Wonder Woman, who was originally Princess Diana of the Amazons and trained as a warrior on a paradise island, was brought to life by female director Patty Jenkins. Despite having not directed a blockbuster in over a decade, Jenkins successfully infused feminist themes and emotional depth into the superhero film. She also seamlessly integrated Greek mythology elements and carefully crafted the love story between Diana and British pilot Steve.
Patty, the female director, is giving instructions to Gal Gadot as they work on Wonder Woman. The character’s humor is a result of witty and realistic dialogue that lightens the mood in the midst of the film’s intense World War II setting. Although the climax could use some improvement, Patty Jenkins effectively balances all the elements to produce a highly entertaining blockbuster. After the less-than-stellar performances of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and Suicide Squad, DC has finally found a positive new direction with Wonder Woman, which is considered the best installment of the DC Cinematic Universe (minus Christopher Nolan’s previous The Dark Knight trilogy). While most summer blockbusters feel like they’re just recycling old tricks, Wonder Woman shines as a well-crafted piece that will surely satisfy large audiences, especially DC fans. Later this year, fans will get to see the “foolish sister” once again as she joins forces with the Justice Squad in the highly anticipated blockbuster, Justice League.