Following the monumental success of "Barbie," directed by Greta Gerwig, Margot Robbie, the film's leading star and co-producer, is poised to receive an impressive payout of nearly $50 million, combining her salary and a percentage share from the global box office revenue.
This accomplishment solidifies "Barbie" as one of the top-grossing films of the year and marks a significant milestone in the history of Warner Bros.
In addition to her starring role as Barbie, Robbie actively contributed to the film's production through her company, LuckyChap Entertainment.
Robbie, who co-founded the production company in 2014 with her husband Tom Ackerley and friends Sophia Kerr and Josey McNamara, has been instrumental in bringing various projects to fruition, including "Birds of Prey" (2020), "Beautiful Vengeance" (2020), and the Netflix series "Things to Clean."
The massive success of "Barbie" has propelled it to become a cultural phenomenon, grossing a staggering $1.2 billion worldwide. This outstanding achievement has not only solidified its place as one of the highest-grossing films of the year but has also made Greta Gerwig, the film's director and co-writer, the first woman to helm a solo project surpassing the $1 billion mark. Reports suggest that Gerwig may receive additional compensation for this remarkable feat. According to IMDb, the film's budget was approximately $100 million.
As "Barbie" continues to captivate audiences in Uruguayan theaters, its narrative delving into the existential crisis of the iconic Mattel doll, the film has also secured its position as the second highest-grossing release from Warner Bros. in the United States, with the top spot held by "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Part 2)."
