Academy Award-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o has responded to criticism, including from tech mogul Elon Musk, regarding her casting in Christopher Nolan's upcoming film, The Odyssey.

• Lupita Nyong’o will play both Helen of Troy and her sister Clytemnestra in the film, set for release on July 17, 2026.
• Critics, including Elon Musk and conservative commentator Matt Walsh, accused Hollywood of "race-swapping," alleging politically motivated casting choices.
• Nyong'o dismissed the backlash, stating, "You can’t perform beauty," and emphasizing the mythological nature of the story and the director's artistic vision.