New claims suggest Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, the director of the Rey Star Wars movie, was fired.

Here is where those rumors came from and if they’re true.

The latestStar Warsgossip claimsDisneyfiredSharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, the director ofDaisy Ridley’suntitledRey Skywalker movie; but are these rumors true?

Daisy Ridley and Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy

The video also claimed Obaid-Chinoy was removed from additional Lucasfilm andDisney+projects that have yet to be announced.

If anything, there is more evidence suggesting that the film is well underway at the studio.

I think its a really fantastic exploration of the Star Wars world.

Rey Skywalker, Star Wars

Its a really cool way of taking the story on in a bit of a different direction.

It is also worth noting that the development of Daisy Ridley’s Rey Skywalker movie has not been drama-free.

But that’s not all.

Daisy Ridley’s Upcoming Star Wars Movie: When Will Rey’s Next Film Release?

Lucasfilm needs to not only be committed and supportive of its talent but also quality products.

The untitled Daisy Ridley Star Wars movie is currently expected to debut May 22, 2026.

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