The rift appears to stem from political differences, particularly concerning the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Zegler, a vocal advocate for the “Free Palestine” movement, stands in opposition to Gadot, who is Israeli and has publicly supported efforts related to hostages in the region. This discord has fueled online trolling, particularly regarding Zegler’s casting as the iconic character, as well as her criticisms of the original animated film, which she described as “outdated” and problematic for its portrayal of relationships.
