David Corenswet playfully mocked his Superman co-star Nicholas Hoult by copying one of Hoult’s recent outfits during an outing in New York City on Wednesday. The lighthearted exchange highlights the Nicholas Hoult style rivalry between the two actors, who portray Superman and Lex Luthor respectively in the upcoming James Gunn superhero film.
Corenswet, 32, was spotted in Midtown Manhattan wearing a white tank top, white pants, black boots, and a gray sweater tied around his shoulders—an ensemble nearly identical to one Hoult wore on June 30. The nearly matching looks sparked Corenswet to share a humorous post on Instagram, poking fun at the ongoing style competition.
On-Screen Rivals Extending Rivalry to Fashion
The pair’s playful banter extends beyond their characters’ battles, with Corenswet captioning his Instagram photo,
Dude’s been jacking my style since 1998.
The comment references their shared sense of humor and enjoyment of this friendly rivalry.
Hoult responded to the jest by commenting on the post with twin emojis, signaling their twin-like fashion moment. He also reposted the photos on his Instagram Story accompanied by Rosemary Clooney’s song Sisters, adding several laughing emojis and a skull to emphasize the joke.
Their lighthearted competition has been a recurring theme during the Superman press tour, where Hoult humorously warned audiences not to never trust a super villain after theatrically failing to catch Corenswet in a trust fall exercise. This back-and-forth strengthens their off-screen camaraderie as much as their on-screen rivalry.
Respect and Admiration Behind the Jokes
Speaking with Entertainment Weekly, Corenswet praised Hoult’s presence both on and off camera, calling him a very sweet and gentle man and a
very strong and imposing presence as an actor.
He added,
He has a poise and a confidence that shows up immediately when work begins. That was really helpful, as Superman, having a very believable and imposing villain who you really feel like from day one has your number and knows what you’re up to and already has a strategy to thwart you.
This mutual respect balances their playful jabs, showcasing the professional and personal bond between the two performers as they prepare for the launch of the new Superman film.
Anticipation Builds Ahead of Superman’s July Release
The gentle rivalry spilling into their fashion choices adds a relatable and entertaining dimension to the hype surrounding the movie. Fans can expect to see both Corenswet and Hoult continue this spirited rivalry not only on the big screen but through moments like this in public appearances.
With the film set to hit theaters on July 11, their dynamic both in character and in style is adding another layer of excitement for audiences eagerly awaiting the new chapter in the Superman saga.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Was Nicholas Hoult in Harry Potter?
A. Nicholas Hoult tried out for several major roles in the Harry Potter films but didn’t get any of them, according to IMDb. Although Hoult has been part of other major film series, he shared that he didn’t make it into the first Harry Potter movies.
Q. Are Jennifer Lawrence and Nicholas Hoult still friends?
A. After meeting during the filming of the first movie in the series, Hoult and Lawrence were together for five years. Since breaking up, they have stayed friends.
