Hugh Grant's casting as an Oompa Loompa in the upcoming Wonka film has sparked controversy, with some arguing it takes away opportunities from actors with dwarfism. Others believe Grant's casting is a refreshing departure from typecasting and challenges stereotypes, but this may limit opportunities for actors with dwarfism in other roles. The debate surrounding the casting decision highlights the need for Hollywood to create more diverse and inclusive opportunities for actors with dwarfism.

Wonka director Paul King sent Hugh Grant a naked image of an Oompa Loompa which had his children "a little alarmed," the actor shares. Starring Timothée Chalamet in the titular role, the upcoming prequel film provides an origin story for Willy Wonka focusing on his early days as an eccentric chocolatier. The Wonka cast also includes Hugh Grant as an Oompa-Loompa named Lofty, which reunites the actor with his Paddington 2 director Paul King, though the...