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Lady Gaga Brings Music and Mayhem in Joker Sequel Trailer, YouTube Places Viewer Discretion Warning

Lady Gaga dazzles in the first trailer for the Joker sequel, mixing music, dance, and a hint of madness. The singer takes on the role of a new Harley Quinn opposite Joaquin Phoenix‘s Joker in ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’, directed by Todd Phillips.
The trailer hints at a new narrative where Gaga’s Harley Quinn and Phoenix’s Joker meet and fall for each other inside Arkham Asylum before embarking on a chaotic escape, blending their love with a musical partnership.
Director Todd Phillips confirms that while the film isn’t a musical per se, music plays a crucial role throughout the storyline, emphasizing its importance as an element of the movie.
In one intriguing scene, Harley Quinn is depicted as either a patient or a psychiatrist at Arkham Asylum, suggesting a fresh perspective on her character’s origins and relationship with Joker.
Music takes center stage as the pair morph into ‘Joker & Harley,’ performing together on a TV show in a glamorous display that echoes classic Hollywood musicals.
Notably, the trailer features a rendition of ‘What the World Needs Now Is Love,’ underscoring the musical undertones that drive the narrative forward.
Comedian Steve Coogan makes a cameo, adding a comedic touch to the storyline, invoking memories of his iconic character Alan Partridge with an amusing one-liner.
The trailer escalates into scenes of chaos and mayhem, culminating in a poignant moment where Harley visits Joker in prison, hinting at a deeper connection and the unveiling of the true identities behind their facades.
YouTube recently added a viewer discretion warning to the ‘Joker 2’ trailer, cautioning about potential self-harm or suicide themes following a specific gesture made by Lady Gaga’s character in the clip.