Karen Gillan reassures fans about revealing 'Jumanji' costume

When the first official photo from the upcoming reboot of Jumanji hit the Internet -- which will star The Rock, Kevin Hart, Jack Black and Karen Gillan -- fans noticed something a little off with Gillan's costume.

Some pointed out that Gillan's character was wearing a significantly revealing and sexualized outfit, especially compared to her male co-stars. But in a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Gillan explained that the photo doesn't tell the full story.

“I’ve experienced something similar when I worked on Doctor Who and there was such an uproar about my costume when that was first revealed, so I thought it was happening all over again,” she told THR.

Early photos of Gillan on Doctor Who -- where she played companion Amy Pond from 2010-2013 -- showed her in a British police uniform with a very short skirt, which drew criticism. In the actual show it was revealed she wasn't a police officer but rather a "kiss-o-gram."

Gillan went on to say that the Jumanji costume also has a deeper meaning.

“But I have to say, I’d never take on a role that was truly gratuitous for no reason." she said. "There’s a really valid reason why she’s wearing that. My character is really not happy about it!”

The film is set to hit theaters Dec. 22.