AceShowbiz - Recent rumors have stirred excitement among fans of the iconic doll, suggesting that a sequel to the vastly successful "Barbie" movie is on the horizon. According to a new report, "Barbie 2" is officially in development, boasting the return of powerhouse duo Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach. However, representatives for Gerwig, Baumbach, and Warner Bros. have promptly dismissed these claims.

The initial "Barbie" movie not only captivated worldwide audiences, generating an impressive $1.4 billion in global box office revenue, but it also garnered critical acclaim with 8 Oscar nominations and even clinched a win. Given this monumental success, talk of a sequel seemed almost inevitable.

Greta Gerwig, who co-wrote and directed the first film, has expressed in the past that she would consider making a sequel if the right story emerged.

The recent buzz suggested that she had indeed found a fitting storyline, concocted in collaboration with her co-writer and real-life partner, Noah Baumbach. The Hollywood Reporter claimed that this dynamic duo "have been swept up in an undertow and hatched an idea for the sequel, having already brought it to Warner Bros."

Nevertheless, this report was quickly refuted. "There is no legitimacy to this reporting," stated a representative for Greta and Noah. A Warner Bros. representative echoed this sentiment, stating, "THR's reporting is inaccurate."

For now, details regarding the sequel's potential storyline remain undisclosed, and given the strong denials from official reps, it seems fans might have to wait longer for any concrete news. Until then, the mystery surrounding the future of "Barbie" remains unsolved.