Kim Kardashian Says She’ll Need ‘Less Botox for More Emotion’ as a Movie Actress but Won’t ‘Be Gaining 500 Lbs. for a Role’. Kim Kardashian is charting new territory in her career with an unexpected leap into the world of film. The reality TV star, entrepreneur, and social media mogul revealed her latest venture during the June 20 episode of The Kardashians: she has sold a comedy movie to Netflix. The film, titled The Fifth Wheel, is set to star Kardashian herself, who is also taking on a producing role.
The journey to this new milestone began with Kardashian pitching the movie alongside writers Paula Pell and Janine Brito. Despite her nerves about presenting a movie idea to studios for the first time, the project quickly garnered significant interest. “Everyone called within 20 minutes with offers,” Kardashian recounted, expressing both surprise and excitement at the response from five different studios.
The Fifth Wheel is described as a blend of The Hangover, Bridesmaids, and First Wives Club, promising a mix of humor and heartfelt moments. While Kardashian was thrilled by the positive reception, she also felt the pressure mounting. “The offers they’re bringing my way, I’m like, ‘You think I can do that? I can’t do that,'” she admitted. “Now the pressure’s on because I’m like, ‘Oh s—, this is happening.'”
In a candid moment during the episode, Kardashian acknowledged the challenges of balancing her new responsibilities. “I can do a movie a year, I’ve got about 10 years where I still look good, so that’s all I’ve got in me and then I’ll take some time off,” she joked. Despite her light-hearted tone, it’s clear she is committed to making this new venture a success.
“I feel like you need less Botox for more emotion and I don’t have it. I’m not gonna be gaining 500 lbs. for a role… that’s not where I need to be,” she quipped.
Kardashian’s foray into film follows her recent acting endeavors, including a role in the 2023 season of American Horror Story: Delicate. Portraying Siobhan, an entertainment publicist, she demonstrated her acting chops alongside Emma Roberts. This marked her first significant acting role in over a decade, beyond cameo appearances and voice roles in projects like Paw Patrol.
Reflecting on her new path, Kardashian expressed a mix of excitement and apprehension. “I’m really nervous about it ’cause I have to f—ing deliver. It’s such a challenge for me and I want to welcome a challenge,” she said. This sentiment echoes her earlier statement at the 2023 Met Gala, where she revealed she had taken acting lessons in preparation for her role in American Horror Story. “I think it’s really fun to step outside of your comfort zone and try something new and grow,” she shared.
Despite the hurdles, Kardashian remains determined to make her mark in the film industry. “I wasn’t planning on this career and was like, I’m not gonna get ahead of myself here,” she said. “I’m really nervous about it ’cause I have to f—ing deliver. It’s such a challenge for me and I want to welcome a challenge, and I’m like, every year I want to do something that makes me so uncomfortable that I really have to challenge myself.”
As Kardashian steps into this new role, her fans and critics alike will be watching closely to see how she navigates the demands of producing and starring in her own film. With The Fifth Wheel set to bring her unique blend of humor and business acumen to the big screen, it’s clear that Kardashian is ready to take on Hollywood, one challenge at a time.
