Israeli actress Gal Gadot forced to stop filming The Runner after pro-Palestine protesters swarm London set

Daily Mail​

01-05-2025

Gal Gadot was said to be fuming after a group of pro-Palestine protesters swarmed the set of her new movie The Runner and interrupted filming.
The Israeli actress, who has been vocal in her support of the war against Hamas, was escorted off set as activists brandishing flags shouted 'stop bombing Palestine ' through a megaphone.
One man was also seen banging a drum to cause maximum disruption to the filming that was taking place by a canal in Camden, north London, on Wednesday.
Police were called in to manage the situation and Gal was reportedly replaced by a body double.
Pictures show around a dozen police officers engaging with protesters on Camden Road. It is unclear if any arrests were made.
The demonstration is likely a blow for Gal who appeared in good spirits when she was first spotted filming The Runner with co-star Damien Lewis last week.
The actress, 39, who previously served in the Israeli Defence Forces, donned a tight blue running jacket and black leggings that showed off her incredible frame.
The look was teamed with bright red trainers, a running bag, and arm pouch.
Her character was seen on a run after dropping her child at school, where she bumped into Damien's character.
Damien, 54, meanwhile cut a suave figure on set as he sported a strong moustache and slicked back hair.
He opted for a black structured coat layered over brown trousers and a matching jumper.
The ensemble was finished with smart black shoes and a pair of black leather gloves.
His character was seen looking suspicious as he walked down the street past the school.
The Runner centres on a high-flying attorney (Gal) who has to race through London to try to save her abducted son.
It is being produced by David Kosse via his new London-based production company Rockwood Pictures.
Gal's outing on Friday follows a string of controversies that have marred her latest Disney film, Snow White, including claims of a feud between her and Rachel Zegler.
While Gal is said to have got on well with Rachel Zegler during filming, it is thought their relationship froze when Rachel started sharing her pro-Palestine views.
One man was also seen banging a drum to cause maximum disruption to the filming that was taking place by a canal in Camden on Wednesday
Meanwhile the remake later hit another snag after Lebanon banned the film from its cinemas nationwide.
The Middle East nation made the move last week because of star Gal, who plays the Evil Queen in the box office bomb.
Gal an Israeli, is on Lebanon's boycott list because of her past service in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and her vocal support for Israel in its war against Hamas.
Lebanon has previously banned other Gal movies including Wonder Woman and Death On The Nile over the star's nationality.