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Paul Mescal Cast as Paul McCartney in Beatles Biopic, Says Ridley Scott

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Story by Scoop Harrison
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Ridley Scott taps rising star Paul Mescal to play the legendary Paul McCartney in a highly anticipated Beatles biopic, setting tinseltown abuzz.
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  • According to director Ridley Scott, the 28-year-old Mescal perfectly captures McCartney's youthful charisma and musical genius, making him the ideal choice for the coveted role.
  • With the script still under wraps, industry insiders are buzzing about the potential for this biopic to deliver a fresh, authentic take on the Fab Four's origin story and meteoric rise to fame.
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Paul Mescal, Paul McCartney, Ridley Scott, Beatles biopic
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