From Batman to bartender: Robert Pattinson trades spotlight for bar duty in Vogue series

Robert Pattinson is serving more than just screen presence these days. In a collaboration with Vogue for its series A Toast to Cinema, the actor stepped behind the bar to celebrate his latest film, The Drama. which is already doing well at the box office, stars Pattinson alongside Zendaya.

Being part of such a long-standing legacy, he explained, came with pressure. “You don’t want to ruin it,” he said, noting how the character connects generations. According to him, there is something almost timeless about Batman, something both older and younger audiences instantly understand.

The actor also recalled his experience wearing the batsuit. The shift, he said, was immediate. The moment he stepped onto set in costume, people around him began to act differently, more cautious, slightly intimidated, and careful to stay out of the way, Pattinson recalled. Laughing, he described the experience as surreal, even comparing it to “climbing Everest”.

Looking even further back, Pattinson discussed Twilight, the franchise that first made him a global name. With a hint of nostalgia, he admitted he envies his younger self, adding that if were offered the same role today, he is not sure he could perform it in the same way.

As The Drama continues to make its mark, Pattinson's appearance on the Vogue series adds another layer to his evolving image, proving he can hold attention just as easily behind a bar as he does on screen.