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Trump Jokes About "Two Stars" as Melania's Documentary Hits Box Office

President Donald Trump publicly praised the box office success of First Lady Melania Trump's documentary, 'Melania,' during a public event. He joked about the domestic challenges of having "two stars" in the same family, citing the film's strong opening. The documentary, which offers a glimpse into her life before the 2025 inauguration, was backed by a significant studio deal and marketing campaign. Despite a strong debut, the film's box office earnings have seen a sharp decline in subsequent weeks.

Key Points: Trump Praises Melania's Documentary, Jokes of Family "Stars"

  • Documentary earned $7.04M opening weekend
  • Trump humorously calls it "trouble" having two stars
  • Film backed by major Amazon MGM deal
  • Box office has since declined sharply
  • Melania launched her own production company
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US President Donald Trump praises First Lady Melania Trump's documentary, jokes about having "two stars" in one family

President Trump comments on First Lady Melania Trump's successful documentary 'Melania,' humorously noting the challenge of having "two stars" in one family.

"I always say it's trouble, because I always say there's not room in one family for two stars. - Donald Trump"

Washington DC, February 21

US President Donald Trump praised First Lady Melania Trump's documentary 'Melania' for its box office success, while joking about the challenges of having "two stars" in one family, according to People.

Speaking with reporters at his Board of Peace event in Washington, D.C. President Trump highlighted the documentary's strong opening, which earned USD 7.04 million during its first weekend. "She has a very successful movie out right now, like number one. Can you believe this?" he said.

Trump added humorously, "Big movie star. I always say it's trouble, because I always say there's not room in one family for two stars. I told her that we can't have two stars in one family... The theaters are all packed. Women, especially, they go back, and they see it two or three times, four times," as quoted by People.

Melania premiered at the newly rebranded Kennedy Center on Thursday, January 29, ahead of its global theatrical release on Friday, January 30.

The film, backed by a USD 40 million deal with Amazon MGM Studios and a USD 35 million marketing campaign, shows selective glimpses of the first lady's life in the weeks leading up to President Trump's second inauguration in January 2025, according to People.

Melania, 55, who also served as an executive producer, held a private first viewing at the White House on January 24, while protests were taking place in Minneapolis over the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol. She called the screening "a historic moment." Writing on X on January 25, she said, "I am deeply humbled to have been surrounded by an inspiring room of friends, family, and cultural iconoclasts at the White House last night. Each of these individuals brought their unique vision to the world, making a lasting impression." She added, "Our personal stories endure time and serve as a reminder of our mutual obligation to one another. It was an honor to present my new film, MELANIA, ahead of its global launch."

Despite a strong debut, the documentary's box office has since dropped sharply. According to IMDbPro, the third weekend saw a 62 per cent decline compared to the previous week, with 'Melania' grossing USD 15.4 million to date.

The documentary's release was preceded by Melania's announcement in November of her new production company, Muse Films. Senior adviser and agent Marc Beckman told People magazine that Muse Films will continue producing lifestyle content for film and television, focusing on areas like fashion, art, music, sports, entertainment, technology, family, health, and wellness, according to People.

- ANI

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Rohit P
$40 million deal and $35 million marketing? That's over 600 crore rupees! Imagine if that kind of money was invested in documentaries about Indian culture or social issues here. The scale of spending in Hollywood is always mind-boggling.
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Arjun K
The timing feels a bit off. Holding a lavish White House screening while there were protests over a serious incident? As public figures, sensitivity to the national mood is important, whether in the US or India. The comment about "two stars" is typical Trump humour, but the context matters more.
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Sarah B
As an expat living in Delhi, this feels like peak American celebrity politics. Back home, we're used to it, but seeing it from here, it's quite a spectacle. The focus on personal brand over policy is stark. I hope Muse Films produces something with more substance.
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Karthik V
The business side is impressive—launching a production company is a smart move for life after the White House. In India, we don't usually see political spouses become entrepreneurs so publicly after their term. Maybe that will change! Wishing her success with Muse Films.
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Meera T
"Women go back and see it two or three times" – that claim seems exaggerated, no? 😅 The 62% drop tells the real story. It's okay for a documentary to have a niche audience. Not everything needs to be a blockbuster. Simplicity often connects better.

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