Amber Heard Denies Leaving Aquaman 2 Because Of Her Case With Johnny Depp

JAKARTA - Actress Amber Heard has denied leaving the production of Aquaman 2. This issue began to emerge since her case with Johnny Depp was brought to court in 2019.

An online petition also asked Amber Heard to leave Aquaman 2 which is due to be produced in 2021. Reportedly, the petition was initiated by Johnny Depp fans and received millions of signatures.

However, citing his most recent interview with Entertainment Weekly on Friday, November 13, Heard stated he would not be leaving production on the film.

“I am very enthusiastic about the love and appreciation of the fans for Aquaman and Mera (Amber Heard's character) so that means we will return. I can't wait to shoot, "he said.

“Rumors and paid campaigns have no effect because they have no basis in the real world. Only fans can make Aquaman and Aquaman 2 happen. I'm excited to start (production) next year. "

Johnny Depp lost his lawsuit against The Sun media and editor Dan Wootton after calling Depp a wife beater (wife beater).

After losing, Depp was asked by Warner Bros. to leave the production of the third Fantastic Beasts film which was in the process of filming. Even though he had only recorded one scene, Johnny Depp received all the fees written in the contract.

On the other hand, actor Mads Mikkelsen is expected to play Gellert Grindelwald replacing Depp.

As for Amber Heard, in addition to preparing for the shooting of Aquaman 2, she also starred in the adaptation of Stephen King's novel entitled The Stand.