Madonna says biopic was shelved after budget dispute
Pop icon Madonna has revealed that her long-planned biographical film was scrapped after a dispute with Universal Pictures over the project’s budget, saying the studio did not share her vision for telling the story of her life.
Speaking in an interview, the singer said she spent two years writing the screenplay and working with producers on budgeting and casting before negotiations with the studio broke down.
“We had a falling out, me and Universal, regarding budget because I needed — I’ve had an extraordinary life. I’ve had a huge life, so I needed a big budget,” Madonna said.
The singer explained that she even proposed moving production to Serbia to reduce costs, but claimed the studio doubted her willingness to remain there for filming. She rejected the suggestion, saying her life story was one of survival rather than luxury.
