Dua Lipa Joins A24's Upcoming Comedy 'Peaked'

The pop superstar expands her acting repertoire alongside an ensemble cast featuring Laura Dern, Emma Mackey and Connor Storrie

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  • Grammy-winning artist Dua Lipa has officially joined the cast of the upcoming A24 comedy Peaked
  • Directed by Molly Gordon the film follows two former high school bullies attending their ten-year reunion
  • Production for the highly anticipated cinematic project is currently scheduled to begin in April

A24 is officially expanding the cast of Peaked, bringing Grammy-winning pop star Dua Lipa into the fold for its upcoming ensemble comedy. Directed by Molly Gordon, the cinematic project continues the musician’s steady transition into Hollywood following her recent appearances in major blockbuster films.

Written by Allie Levitan, the film’s narrative centers around a ten-year high school reunion. The plot follows two former classmates, renowned for tormenting their peers, as they desperately attempt to relive their glory days. While character details for Lipa’s specific role remain strictly under wraps, her addition brings massive star power to an already stacked roster of on-screen talent.

The pop superstar joins a heavy-hitting ensemble cast that includes Oscar winner Laura Dern, Emma Mackey, Connor Storrie, and Simone Ashley. Additional cast members rounding out the project feature Levon Hawke, Amy Sedaris, Gabby Windey, and Alex Consani. A24 is financing and producing the feature alongside David Hinojosa, Zach Nutman, and Gordon. With production officially slated to kick off next month, the ensemble comedy stands as one of the independent studio’s most highly anticipated upcoming releases.

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