Camila Mendes and Nicholas Galitzine Joke About Bizarre Outfit Choice in 'Masters of the Universe'

Although Mendes and Galitzine joked about their costumes, both pointed out that their outfits were comfortable to wear. Mendes added that her costume felt like soft leather. Meanwhile, Galitzine wore a loincloth and harnesses to play his character, He-Man.

As for the white outfit, it was likely designed as a nod to Teela’s classic look, which features a white costume with armor layered on top. Directed by Travis Knight, Masters of the Universe will kick off a new chapter in the franchise. It will follow He-Man, who will reunite with Teela as they fight to protect their world, Eternia, against danger. 

While fighting in a white outfit may not have been easy, for Mendes, playing Teela was the fulfillment of a long-time dream

Camilla Mendes talks about playing Teela

Camila Mendes revealed that Masters of the Universe fulfilled her lifelong dream of starring in a superhero movie. The actress plays Teela, a warrior in the movie. In conversation with PEOPLE, Mendes opened up about her excitement to join a franchise that has remained largely untouched in live-action for decades. 

"But it was really cool to enter this world that sort of has been untouched for a really long time, especially in the live-action space," she said. "And it was really cool to be able to bring these dormant characters to life again."

She revealed that this was the role she had wanted most since landing her breakthrough role in Riverdale. Mendes described the audition process as challenging but said her chemistry with co-star Nicholas Galitzine helped her land the role. If the first glimpse is any indication, plenty of intriguing action can be expected in Masters of the Universe