Florence Pugh Begged Marvel to Let Her Jump Off a Building

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During an interview for her upcoming film Thunderbolts*, Florence Pugh expressed her desire to perform a daring stunt herself as Black Widow/Yelena, involving jumping from the world’s second tallest building. She persistently emailed Marvel Studios about this, but they eventually decided against it due to complex insurance issues and safety concerns regarding the Merdeka 118 building in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, which stands at approximately 2,722 feet. However, with such a thrilling stunt potentially leading to future Oscar nominations, one can understand Marvel’s hesitation.

In my perspective, Kevin, I was more than just persuading – I was strategizing like a grandmaster in a game of 4D chess when I emailed you about the studio’s jump. It wasn’t merely about marketing; it was about creating a buzz that would make headlines! As I shared my thoughts on our press tour journey, I passionately emphasized, ‘We have to do this!’

I envisioned us breaking not one, but three different Guinness World Records with three powerful women. The thought of heights didn’t scare me; instead, they intrigued me and added a thrill to the experience. However, that day was unlike any other – it required an unparalleled level of mental control that felt like a superpower!

Following each round, I needed to recharge with a 3-hour nap. While many use this excuse for a midday snooze, the exhaustion I felt after each attempt was far more intense.

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2025-04-15 09:53