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As Will Smith prepares to return to the big screen with his latest addition to the iconic action-packedBad Boysfranchise, behind-the-scenes footage fromBad Boys 4makes its way on social media. Thrilling fans with adrenaline-pumping stunts and explosive moments, the video sparks discussions surrounding the movie.
However, alongside Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah’sBad Boys 4, the behind-the-scenes video simultaneously reignited discussions surrounding the filmmakers’ other project. Witnessing the mesmerizing scenes, fans couldn’t help but wonder why Warner Bros decided to cancel the DC flick Batgirl, helmed by the same directing duo.
Fans Can’t Take Their Eyes off ofBad Boys 4Behind-The-Scenes Footage
WithWill Smithset to grace the theaters on August 01, 2025, with his latest addition to theBad Boysfranchise, since his 2022 Oscar slap, several set images and behind-the-scenes videos have made their way online. However, among all, one BTS footage that mesmerized fans the most is the action-packed sequence fromBad Boys 4.
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From directors Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, the adrenaline-pumping action sequence with Will Smith holding a gun inBad Boys: Ride or Dievideo created a significant buzz on social media. Shared byDiscussingFilm, the video showing Smith carrying the camera attached to his body to offered a videogame like effect, garnered praise on behalf of the filmmaking duo as well as the actors involved.
As the explosive scene left fans in awe, theBad Boys 4behind-the-scenes video also reignited conversations surroundingAdil El Arbiand Bilall Fallah’s scrapped DC movie –Batgirl. Amid the excitement, fans couldn’t help but wonder about Warner Bros’ decision to cancel a DC movie helmed by the same directing duo.
The Video Made Fans Wonder About the Directing Duo’s Scrapped DC Movie
Considering the electrifying energy evident in Will Smith’sBad Boys: Ride or Diefootage, fans have reignited discussions around the filmmaking prowess of directors Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah. Wondering whyWarner Bros decided to shelveBatgirldespite the superhero film being completely finished, fans raised eyebrows.
John Cena’s Coyote vs Acme Suffers the Same Fate as Leslie Grace’s Batgirl
As perEsquirereports, starringLeslie Graceas Barbara Gordon/Batgirl, Michael Keaton as Batman, and Brendan Fraser in the villainous role of Firefly,Batgirlwas all set to release in theaters when Warner Bros. surprisingly wiped the movie off the slate. Originally set to hit Max in 2022, the $90M film was reportedly written off during a financial shakeup at Warner Bros.
I refuse to believe Batgirl was unwatchable these guys know what they’re doing. Anyways I loved the previous and can’t wait for this one
— Eddie (@OHMYDIAZ)July 15, 2025
So why couldn’t batgirl get released??
— Draven (@DravenReacts)June 13, 2025
https://twitter.com/greatjobgood/status/1798132953274544474
Adil and Billal also made some cool ass camera work in MsMarvel too. They are really talented which makes me question DCU new boss’s comments about Batgirl being bad.https://t.co/3n0qUibHGp
— Juriel (@cinemalova)June 07, 2025
Co-ChairmanPeter Safranlater revealed toDeadlinethat heagreed with Warner Bros.and believed thatBatgirlwas not “releasable”. Stating that if the film was released, it would affect DC and those involved in the project, Safran admitted scrapping the movie forever. However, lead actress Leslie Grace didn’t agree with Safran’s opinion, for she toldVariety,
The film that I got to see—the scenes that were there—was incredible. There was definitely potential for a good film, in my opinion. Maybe we’ll get to see clips of it later on.
Well, now, after witnessing Adil El Arbi andBilall Fallah’s genuinely impressive works in Will Smith’sBad Boys 4, fans truly side with Leslie Grace, as they believe Warner Bros may have missed out on a potential blockbuster.
Bad Boys 4will hit the theaters on July 17, 2025.
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Krittika Mukherjee is a Senior Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on films, TV shows, and celebrity news with over 3,000 articles published. With an educational background in Journalism, and a keen interest in filmmaking, Krittika blends factual precision with creative flair, when crafting her editorials, or dissecting fan theories.Her coverage often includes news and analyses of critically acclaimed films, celebrity news, and franchises like the Wizarding World, LOTR, DC, and MCU—particularly Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, Superheroes, and fan theories. As a Wizarding World aficionado, Krittika has spent countless hours exploring hidden backstories, unadapted book moments, spells, and trivias surrounding J.K. Rowling’s lore.An imaginative writer with a way with words, Krittika has worked as an entertainment journalist for the past two years and a web content writer for a year. She brought her experience and expertise to FandomWire to pursue her desire for sipping coffee while dissecting films and tracking celebrity drama.
