There has still not been any confirmation about Anne Hathaway being part of the film, originally set to star Amy Schumer.

Los Angeles: Amy Schumer says Anne Hathaway would be "perfect" for the role of Barbie.

Schumer was originally attached to star in the Sony movie but she dropped out of the project in March over "scheduling conflicts".

Now in an Instagram post, the 36-year-old comedienne gave her best wishes to Hathaway, who is currently in negotiations to come on board the movie.

"Hathaway smathaway jkjk she's perfect!! Can't wait to see it," she wrote.

Director Alethea Jones is in talks to direct the film, which is currently aiming June 29, 2018, release date.