In a casting move that has fans buzzing with excitement, acclaimed actress Kathryn Hahn is reportedly in early talks to portray the iconic villain Mother Gothel in Walt Disney Pictures' upcoming live-action adaptation of the beloved animated film, 'Tangled'. This news, confirmed by entertainment industry bible Variety, suggests Hahn may soon trade the chaos of the Marvel Cinematic Universe for a magical tower.
From Marvel Witch to Disney Villain
Kathryn Hahn, who left a massive impression on audiences worldwide with her scene-stealing performance as the witch Agatha Harkness in Marvel's 'WandaVision' and the upcoming series 'Agatha All Along', is now in negotiations for another formidable magical role. While no official deal has been signed yet, her potential casting would see her join the already announced leads: Teagan Croft as the long-haired heroine Rapunzel and Milo Manheim as the charming rogue Flynn Rider.
In the original 2010 animated classic, Mother Gothel serves as the primary antagonist. She is the vain and manipulative witch who kidnaps the infant princess Rapunzel, imprisoning her in a secluded tower. Gothel's sinister motive is to secretly use Rapunzel's magical, golden hair to maintain her own youth and beauty indefinitely.
Fan Frenzy Over Perfect Casting
The mere whisper of Hahn's involvement has ignited a firestorm of positive reactions across social media platforms. Fans are overwhelmingly endorsing the choice, calling it inspired and perfect casting.
One enthusiastic fan declared on X (formerly Twitter), "I need Kathryn Hahn to be cast as Mother GOTHEL IMMEDIATELY." Another simply stated, "Kathryn Hahn's casting as Mother Gothel is literally perfect." The sentiment of her innate suitability for the role was echoed by others, with one writing, "Girl, it's gonna be AMAZING! Kathryn Hahn as Mother Gothel… that woman was born for this role."
Many pointed to her proven ability to shift between charming and chilling in an instant—a key trait for Mother Gothel. A fan highlighted this, saying, "i need to make a gif of this to show the doubters EXACTLY why kathryn hahn is perfect for the role... because the switch from normal to absolutely sinister in this scene was insane." The collective excitement was summed up by another who celebrated, "the kathryn hahn fandom and KATHRYN HAHN FANDOM ONLY did THAT."
What This Means for Disney's 'Tangled'
If the deal is finalized, Kathryn Hahn's involvement would bring a significant dose of star power and proven acting chops to the live-action 'Tangled' project. Her recent success in the superhero genre demonstrates her ability to command complex, morally ambiguous characters with both humour and menace—a combination ideal for bringing Mother Gothel to life. The project is currently in its early development stages, but this potential casting has already generated tremendous online buzz and anticipation for Disney's next fairy-tale reimagining.
