Melissa McCarthy Dives Deep into Her Role as Ursula in Upcoming 'Little Mermaid' Adaptation

Melissa McCarthy is set to make a splash in the upcoming live-action adaptation of Disney's "The Little Mermaid," in which she will portray the iconic villain Ursula. In a recent interview with Forbes, the actress opened up about her approach to the character and the challenges and rewards of playing such an iconic role.

According to McCarthy, one of the key aspects of her portrayal of Ursula was understanding the character's motivations and backstory. Rather than simply playing her as a one-dimensional villain, McCarthy sought to explore the complex emotions and experiences that shaped Ursula's personality and actions.

"I started to love her," McCarthy said of Ursula. "I started to understand her more, and that was really exciting to me, to take this character that people know and love and maybe flip it on its head a little bit."

McCarthy also discussed the physical transformation required for the role, which involved extensive makeup and prosthetics to create Ursula's distinctive appearance. Despite the challenges of the process, McCarthy expressed enthusiasm for the opportunity to inhabit such a distinctive and memorable character.

"I think any time you get to play something that's not like yourself, it's really freeing," McCarthy said. "It's a chance to completely step out of your own skin and be someone else for a while."

The upcoming "Little Mermaid" adaptation has generated significant buzz and anticipation among fans of the original animated film, and McCarthy's portrayal of Ursula is widely seen as one of the most anticipated aspects of the new version. With her talent, dedication, and deep understanding of the character, McCarthy is sure to make a splash in the role and bring new depth and complexity to one of Disney's most iconic villains.