Imagine trying to convince a teenager to do anything, let alone star in one of the most anticipated movies of the decade. That’s exactly what Chris Hemsworth faced when his daughter, India, needed a little extra motivation to film her scenes in Avengers: Doomsday. But here’s where it gets controversial: did Hemsworth cross a line by bribing his own daughter, or was it just a clever parenting move to get the job done? Let’s dive in.
Published on February 11, 2026, by Anthony Lund, a seasoned entertainment journalist and self-proclaimed child of the 80s, this story sheds light on the behind-the-scenes challenges of filmmaking—even when it involves a Hollywood A-lister and his family. Lund, a senior news writer and editor at MovieWeb, brings his 20 years of industry experience to the table, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of family and film.
Chris Hemsworth, known for his role as Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), found himself in a familiar yet tricky situation when his daughter, India Rose Hemsworth, joined him on set for Avengers: Doomsday. Having previously starred alongside her dad in Thor: Love and Thunder (2022), India, now 13, wasn’t exactly thrilled to return to the spotlight. During an appearance on The View, Hemsworth shared the hilarious and relatable struggle of working with a teenager.
‘She’s now 13, so she’s a teenager,’ Hemsworth explained. ‘She walks on set and she’s like, “Ugh, how long is this gonna take?” I was like, “We haven’t even started!”’ And this is the part most people miss: even celebrity parents deal with the same teenage attitude the rest of us face.
After just one take, India was already asking, ‘Are we done?’ Her ‘angsty, sort of teenage attitude’ made her eager to leave the set, leaving Hemsworth with no choice but to resort to bribery. ‘I had to bribe her to come onto set,’ he admitted. ‘She’s like, “I’m not coming! I’m not even getting paid! What am I even doing here?” And I go, “You are getting paid.” She goes, “Really? You didn’t tell me that.”’
Hemsworth tried to explain that her earnings would go into a fund until she turned 18, but India wasn’t having it. Eventually, a compromise was reached. India, an avid motorbike enthusiast, asked if her earnings could cover the cost of a motorbike she had her eye on. Hemsworth’s response? ‘You possibly could.’ And with that, the deal was sealed.
Adding to the chaos, India was set to attend a Billie Eilish concert that evening and was convinced they’d miss it. Talk about a high-stakes situation! But here’s the real question: was Hemsworth’s bribery a clever parenting hack or a slippery slope? Let us know in the comments!
Shifting gears, Avengers: Doomsday promises to be the MCU event of the year, bringing together heroes from all corners of the franchise. After years of multiverse storylines that left fans wanting more, this film aims to deliver in a big way. Not only will it feature current MCU heroes, but it will also see the return of original X-Men stars like Ian McKellen, Patrick Stewart, and James Marsden. Add in The Fantastic Four, Thunderbolts, Wakandans, Steve Rogers, and Robert Downey Jr.’s highly anticipated debut as Doctor Doom, and you’ve got a recipe for box office gold.
But here’s the catch: Avengers: Doomsday is just the first half of the story. The saga concludes in 2027 with Avengers: Secret Wars, a film that will need to surpass even Avengers: Endgame in ambition. Can the Russo brothers pull off another masterpiece, or will the pressure be too much? Share your predictions below!
Directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, with a screenplay by Stephen McFeely, Michael Waldron, Jack Kirby, and Stan Lee, Avengers: Doomsday is set to hit theaters on December 18, 2026. Mark your calendars, because the beginning of the end of the Multiverse Saga is almost here. The clock is ticking—are you ready?
