'Don't Worry Darling' Drama Staged? Nick Kroll Hints at Involvement With Film Rumors
Comedian Nick Kroll wades in on the "Don't Worry Darling" film gossip and takes credit for this controversial Harry Styles moment.
"Don't Worry Darling" is a psychological thriller film that recently premiered on September 23. The film stars Florence Pugh, Harry Styles, Chris Pine, Gemma Chan, Nick Kroll, and more.
Notably, "Don't Worry Darling" has been the subject of controversial headlines even during its production phase. The unending gossip includes Shia Labeouf's firing incident, an alleged screaming match between director Olivia Wilde and lead star Florence Pugh, and more.
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It Was Nick Kroll All Along
However, in a recent episode of "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon", Nick Kroll talked about his experience of starring in Olivia Wilde's film and waded in comedically about the endless rumors surrounding them. The 44-year proceeds to joke about taking credit for gaining attention in the film.
"So, if you haven't seen it yet, it's like a thriller. And I think the less you know about the movie going in the better, so that when you're watching it it's all new and surprising." Nick Kroll comedically explained. "So I decided, 'Let's create a lot of buzz around the film. But not about the film itself, right?'"
Nick Kroll 'Spitgate' Mastermind
Nick Kroll acknowledges one of the controversial gossip concerning co-stars Harry Styles and Chris Pine. Recently, a video of Harry Styles on his way to sit next to Chris Pine made rounds on social media as the "One Direction" alum seemingly spit on Pine before taking his seat. However, a representative for the "Star Trek" actor confirms that Harry did not do the deed, and alludes to the claim as "the result of an odd online illusion".
Despite the rumor getting debunked, that doesn't stop comedian Nick Kroll from clowning his co-stars about the controversial moment. The 44-year-old actor jokingly refers to himself as the "puppeteer" of the gossip.
"I'm the puppeteer," Kroll joked. "So I was like, 'Hey Harry, you know what would be a great idea? When you walk into the premiere in Venice, spit on Chris Pine.' And he was like, 'Got it.' But then he was like, 'I don't know if that's going to work.' So then I was like, 'You know what? Maybe you should just, you know, give me a kiss.' And then I asked him to spit in my mouth and he wouldn't do it."
Kroll referenced his spontaneous kiss with Harry Styles during the International Venice Film Festival. Despite the rumors, "Don't Worry Darling" proved its success by securing the top spot at the U.S. box office during its first weekend premiere.
