Will Smith consoled Batgirl directors following the film's cancellation

Actor Will Smith had reached out to filmmakers Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, who also directed the actor in Bad Boys for Life after they learned that Warner Bros. Discovery shelved their Batgirl film as part of their cost-cutting measure.

In an interview with Variety, El Arbi revealed that Smith offered some comfort in the wake of the film's cancellation. "It was two days after the wedding, and Will Smith was there. He was like, 'What's happening? Oh my God.' And he said, 'Really, don't worry about it. Just one tip. Don't go on social media.'"

Warner Bros announced the decision to scrap Batgirl in August 2022, though the filming was completed. Responding to the news, El Arbi and Fallah said in a statement that they "are saddened and shocked by the news." The film's lead actor Leslie Grace hailed the cast and crew for the efforts they put into making the film.