Lady Gaga has been causing quite the commotion in New York City as she films her latest project, the highly anticipated Joker: Folie à Deux.
One scene, in particular, has captured the attention of fans worldwide as the 37-year-old singer-actress spread some love on set.
Lady Gaga filming Joker: Folie a Deux in New York City on March 26, 2023 (Credit: Jose Perez / INSTARimages / Cover Images)
During a scene outside the Supreme Court building, Gaga, who plays the passionate lover of the notorious Batman villain, stopped in front of a woman holding a newspaper featuring the Joker and her character, Dr. Harleen Frances Quinzel, with the headline “Crazy in Love.”
In a moment of pure spontaneity, Gaga put her hands on the woman’s face and planted a full-on kiss on her, capturing the attention of bystanders and onlookers alike.
Lady Gaga kissing a woman on set while filming Joker: Folie a Deux in New York City on March 26, 2023 (Credit: Jose Perez / INSTARimages / Cover Images)
Gaga was dressed in a red, white, and blue flowery ensemble, paired with a vintage 1960s crushed dark blue velvet coat with black faux fur trim and black harlequin stockings with a hole in one knee.
Lady Gaga wearing a crushed blue velvet coat over a floral-printed dress with black harlequin stockings and pointy-toe heels while filming Joker: Folie a Deux (Credit: Jose Perez / INSTARimages / Cover Images)
Her hair was tied back in a half ponytail, revealing her dark roots, and her makeup was kept minimal to maintain the character’s edgy appeal.
She completed her ensemble and carried a Kilner Goods upcycled 70s-inspired chevron color-block leather hobo bag, adding a touch of bohemian chic to her look.
Lady Gaga carrying a leather hobo bag to complete her ensemble while filming Joker: Folie a Deux (Credit: Jose Perez / INSTARimages / Cover Images)
On set with Gaga was her co-star Joaquin Phoenix, who donned the Joker’s trademark red and white outfit and makeup, standing to the left of Quinn, watching as the scene unfolded.
Earlier this week, the first set of photographs from the film surfaced online, showcasing Gaga’s striking costume and clown makeup for the movie.
Lady Gaga filming Joker: Folie a Deux at the NYC City Hall on March 24, 2023 (Credit: Janet Mayer / Startraksphoto / Cover Images)
Sporting a scarlet jacket, diamond-print blouse, black skirt, and ankle-length Charles Jourdan Cecil boots paired with geometric-patterned Emilio Cavallini Losanges tights, Gaga looked every bit the part of the alluring Harley Quinn.
A crowd of actors posing as protesters filled the location for the filming of Joker: Folie a Deux at the NYC City Hall (Credit: Janet Mayer / Startraksphoto / Cover Images)
She was spotted standing in the crowd while Gotham police officers attempted to lead her outside the building. Alongside Gaga, protesters could be seen holding signs that read “Free Joker,” “Justice 4 Joker,” “Joker Marry Me,” and “No Justice Not Guilty Not Joking.”
After the shooting, the actress layered her outfit with a dark blue jacket to stay warm from the chilly weather.
Lady Gaga kept herself warm with a dark blue jacket after filming wrapped for the day (Credit: Janet Mayer / Startraksphoto / Cover Images)
Gaga is no stranger to the world of acting, having garnered critical acclaim for her roles in A Star Is Born in 2018 and House of Gucci in 2021.
Now, she takes on the challenge of portraying the beloved yet dangerous Harley Quinn, following in the footsteps of Margot Robbie‘s portrayal in previous DC films, including Suicide Squad and Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey.
Lady Gaga in full costume and clown makeup while filming Joker: Folie a Deux in New York City on March 24, 2023 (Credit: Janet Mayer / Startraksphoto / Cover Images)
Todd Phillips shared on his Instagram account the first close-up look at Phoenix and Gaga in Joker: Folie a Deux on Valentine’s Day. They were locked in a romantic embrace in the official image posted by the 52-year-old director.
The original Joker was a box office success, grossing over $1 billion worldwide and becoming the highest-earning R-rated movie ever. It also won two Academy Awards in 2020: Phoenix for Best Actor and Hildur Gunadóttir for Best Original Score.
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As the hype for Joker: Folie à Deux continues to build, fans eagerly anticipate its release in theaters on October 9, 2024.
The film promises to be a thrilling and complex exploration of both Harley and the Joker’s perspectives, with the plot focusing on their music therapy sessions in Arkham Asylum.