Barbie 2 is officially in the works, with early reports indicating that the sequel to the 2023 blockbuster hit is in the "early stages" of development. The original Barbie movie, directed by Greta Gerwig, hit cinemas in July 2023, on the same date as Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer. This led to the viral "Barbenheimer" trend, with audiences flocking to theaters to watch both films back-to-back.

Despite the fierce competition, it was Barbie that emerged as the more successful of the two, grossing over $1.4 billion at the global box office. The movie’s success, coupled with its cultural impact, has paved the way for the highly anticipated sequel, making Barbie 2 one of the most exciting projects to look forward to in the coming years.