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Among the many summer releases scheduled for 2024, Marvel’sDeadpool and Wolverineis one of the most awaited films that fans will eagerly be looking forward to seeing. Apart from the two A-list superstars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman who will set the screens on fire, the film has also been widely discussed for the other characters who are expected to be part of the ensemble.
The Marvel flick has recently got a lot of hype for the potential involvement of pop star Taylor Swift in the role of Dazzler. While director Shawn Levy added even more intrigue to this speculation through his comments, the other big news coming in is the casting ofHarry Potterstar Natalia Tena who will play a pivotal role in the film.
Natalia Tena Will Reportedly Portray X-23 InDeadpool 3
Deadpool 3which is officially going by titleDeadpool and Wolverine, will probably be the summer blockbuster that most Marvel buffs are desperately waiting for. The film which has been in the making for a while, was plagued by scheduling problems owing to the Actors Strike, which has further added to its hype ahead of its release in July.
Expectedly, the two superstars namelyRyan Reynoldsand Hugh Jackman who play the titular characters, will be the biggest motivating factors to watch the film. Apart from their presence, the movie has also been teasing viewers regarding the involvement of various other superheroes from the franchise including a number ofX-Mencharacters.
One of the speculations that has been causing a massive flutter on social media is the rumored entry of mega-pop starTaylor Swiftas the mutant Dazzler. Director Shawn Levy also seemed to be playing along with these speculations when he added more fuel to the fire with his comments on Swift’s involvement toEntertainment Tonight.
“That is hardly confirmed nor denied in this interview. What can I say? I think intrigue is fun.”
While Levy’s playful responses are making fans scratch their heads even more, a big piece of information that has reportedly been confirmed regardingDeadpool 3is the casting ofNatalia Tenawho is a recognizable face for her roles in theHarry Potterfilms andGame Of Thrones.
“It’s not trying to copycat anything”: Shawn Levy’s Comments for ‘Deadpool 3’ is Actually Good News for Fans Wanting More Hugh Jackman in the Movie
The British actor and musician who played Nymphadora Tonks in the J.K.Rowling adaptations, is set to portray the older version of Laura Kinney and a variant of her avatar X-23 in the Marvel film, according to a report inNexus Point News.
This information comes a few months after industry insider Daniel Richtman first broke the news about Tena’s potential presence in a Marvel project through his Patreon handle (viaNexus Point News).
X-23 was first seen in Jackman’sLoganand was played by young star Dafne Keen whose performance became a big hit with fans. While many Marvel connoisseurs are wondering if Keen could also be part ofDeadpool 3, the article states that sources have indicated the possibility of the actor reprising her role in the film.
This means that there is a definite chance of seeing both variants of X-23 on screen. In addition, if the Taylor Swift rumors turn out to be true, there is nothing stoppingDeadpool 3from ruling the box office this summer.
Deadpool 3Trailer Reveals ThatX-Men’sPyro Is Back
Deadpool 3has been creating major hype by making fans fervently speculate on which important characters from the Marvel franchise could be part of the narrative.The trailer of the filmwhich was released during Super Bowl Sunday with its official titleDeadpool and Wolverine, revealed the presence of a pivotal character from theX-Menfranchise.
While the trailer expectedly gave nothing away in terms of the story, hawk-eyed fans were treated to a fleeting glimpse ofX-Menvillain Pyro played by Aaron Stanford who was earlier part of 2003’sX2and 2006’sX-Men: The Last Stand.
The hot-headed mutant’s presence could indicate that he may be one of the members of The Resistance that Reynolds’ character could lock horns with in the film. But Stanford who returns to reprise the role, teased audiences a few days before the trailer drop by playing his cards close to his chest.
“I wouldn’t get my hopes up”: X-Men ‘97 Director Asks Fans to Temper Expectations for One Mutant Villain Who’s Set to Appear in Deadpool 3
In an interview withThe Directduring the promotion of his new filmFinestkind, Stanford was asked if he would be interested in playing Pyro in the MCU. The actor was cleverly non-committal at the time and revealed nothing by saying,
“I’d have to think about it. You know, it’s a character that, I’ve been there and done that. I quite enjoyed it. And I still have many, many fond memories and a lot of lasting friendships from those experiences… I don’t know, man. It’s an intriguing question. I would have to consider it.”
While Pyro’s presence has already been confirmed through the trailer, the nature of his role has still not been elaborated upon by the franchise.
Deadpool and Wolverinewill be released in theaters on July 26th, 2024.
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Sharanya Sankar, Writer for FandomwireHaving completed her Masters degree in Journalism and Mass Communication, Sharanya has a solid foundation in writing which is also one of her passions. She has worked previously with Book My show for a couple of years where she gained experience reviewing films and writing feature articles. Sharanya’s articles on film and pop culture have also been published on Film Companion, a popular film-based website. Apart from movies and pop culture, her interests include music and sports. She has contributed over 650 articles to Fandomwire so far.
