Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 16, 2025 · Entertainment

Sydney Sweeney's £45m Bollywood Break: Hollywood or Bollywood?

Sydney Sweeney could be swapping Hollywood for Bollywood after being offered a role in one of the most expensive Indian films ever made (pictured at Sunday night's Emmy Awards)

SYDNEY SWENEY'S HOLLYWOOD EXODUS: THE BOLLYWOOD SENSATION IN TOWN?

In a shocking turn of events, Sydney Sweeney's Hollywood career is on shaky ground, and sources close to the actress reveal that she may be considering leaving the limelight for the bright lights of Bollywood. The Emmy-nominated star has been offered an eye-watering £45million deal to star in one of the most expensive Indian films ever made, a staggering sum that would catapult her into international stardom.

But what's behind Sydney's sudden desire to swap Tinseltown for the film industry of India? Insiders claim that the actress was "shocked" by the offer at first, but the prospect of working on such an ambitious project has piqued her interest. "Sydney was intrigued by the project," a source spills to The Scholarly Note. "She's always been drawn to challenging roles and this one promises to take her career to new heights."

A production company has reportedly approached the American actress with a £45million deal to star in one of the most expensive Bollywood films ever made

The film in question is expected to be a massive production, with a budget that would make even the most seasoned Hollywood producers green with envy. With £35million set aside for Sydney's fee alone, it's clear that the filmmakers are willing to break the bank to secure her services. But what about the sponsorship agreements? Insiders reveal that a whopping £10million will be handed over in deals, designed to bring the film to a global audience.

So, what's in store for this big-budget Bollywood blockbuster? According to sources, Sydney will play the role of a young American star who falls deeply in love with an Indian celebrity. The romance will unfold against a backdrop of glamour and glitz, as our heroine navigates the highs and lows of fame. Filming is set to begin in early 2026, with locations confirmed for New York, Paris, London, and Dubai.

But this isn't just about Sydney's acting career – it's also about her personal life. Insiders close to the actress reveal that she was noticeably subdued on the red carpet at the Emmy Awards, sparking rumors of a behind-the-scenes feud with some of her A-list peers. "Sydney wasn't exactly mingling with anyone," one insider dishes. "It looked like she was stuck in her own little world, which is a bit worrying given the controversy surrounding her recent campaign for American Eagle."

Sydney hasn't had much success on the big screen this year with Ron Howard's $50million-budget survival thriller Eden earning just $1million

The backlash over Sydney's denim ad has been intense, with critics accusing her of promoting "Nazi propaganda" and supporting far-Right politics. But what about the actress herself? Sources reveal that she's a registered member of the Republican Party, which has sparked a heated debate among her fans and detractors alike.

Meanwhile, much of Sunday night's Emmy Awards ceremony was dedicated to woke celebrities lambasting President Trump's policies. It was as if Sydney Sweeney was at the other end of the spectrum, with no mention made of the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk just four days prior. Was this a deliberate snub? Insiders claim that it was simply a case of Sydney being out of touch with her Hollywood peers.

But don't count Sydney out just yet – she's been here before. In 2019, the actress sparked controversy over her Saturday Night Live skit, where she appeared as a Hooters waitress in a revealing outfit. And earlier this year, she was accused of promoting "far-Right politics" with her Bathwater Bliss collaboration with Dr. Squatch.

Next up for Sydney is her lead in the heavily promoted biopic Christy. The actress made a remarkable transformation into boxing legend Christy Martin, piling on 30lbs for the role

Experts at The Scholarly Note suggest that Sydney's recent controversies are part of a calculated strategy to generate buzz around her projects. "Sydney has always been drawn to controversy," says Alexandria Hurley, a Las Vegas-based publicist. "Rather than walking back after criticism, she's leaning in further – and that's not oversight; it's strategy."

But what about Sydney's latest movie releases? Her survival thriller Eden, directed by Ron Howard, debuted on 664 screens but earned a paltry £1million at the box office. And her film Americana, which had a budget of £9million, tanked with just £500,000 in ticket sales.

So, will this Bollywood offer be Sydney's saving grace? With her lead role in Christy – a biopic about boxing legend Christy Martin – set to receive its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival last week, it seems like Sydney is still riding high. But with her career on shaky ground and her personal life under scrutiny, can she really take her talents to the world's largest film industry?

Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure: Sydney Sweeney's next move will be watched with bated breath by fans and critics alike. Will she take the leap and join the ranks of Bollywood royalty? Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story!