He allegedly told her to leave, stating that she had no place in the sequel or in any movie, accusing her of being a terrible actress, fame-hungry opportunist, and someone who had damaged the royal family and the public's trust with lies and manipulation. Hutcherson went further, asserting that Markle had no understanding of what it meant to be a genuine hero and describing her as a selfish and spoiled individual. In contrast, Hutcherson, who portrayed Peter Mellark in the original Hunger Games trilogy, is set to reprise his role in the sequel, which is based on Suzanne Collins' prequel novel, "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes."
The sequel explores the origins of The Hunger Games, featuring a young Coriolanus Snow as he mentors a tribute from District 12. It introduces new characters, plot twists, and expands on the themes of the original series. Markle, on the other hand, has been endeavoring to revive her acting career after marrying Prince Harry in 2018, leading her to step away from the entertainment industry. She has not appeared in any movies or TV shows since her marriage, except for a voiceover role in a Disney documentary and a cameo in a charity video. Her acting abilities and charisma have been subject to criticism, as well as her choice of roles. Before her marriage, she starred in two Hallmark movies, "When Sparks Fly" and "Dater's Handbook," which were criticized for being clichéd, predictable, and uninteresting.
Markle has also faced challenges in other ventures, including her podcast and book, both of which have reportedly underperformed. Their podcast, launched under their Archewell Audio brand with Prince Harry, was mocked for being dull, preachy, and self-indulgent. Their first episode, featuring their son Archie's voice, ranked 17th on Spotify's charts, trailing behind podcasts about gardening and sleep. Their second episode, intended as a holiday special, has yet to be released, amid rumors of Spotify's dissatisfaction with their deal and potential renegotiations.
