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  • ‘Ms. Marvel’: Yasmeen Fletcher Confirms Nakia Will Wear a Hijab in the Disney+ Series

    ‘Ms. Marvel’: Yasmeen Fletcher Confirms Nakia Will Wear a Hijab in the Disney+ Series

    Ms. Marvel still has no release date, but recent rumors are hinting at a February premiere. It’ll introduce the world to Marvel’s first Muslim-American superhero and explore her life in New Jersey. In December of last year, we found out that Yasmeen Fletcher will play Kamala Khan’s best friend Nakia Bahadir. The character famously wears a hijab in the comics and as we still haven’t seen any footage of the character, there was some concern if they’ll stay true to this important cultural aspect. Luckily, we may finally have an answer.

    The actress has taken to Instagram to discuss the recent controversy of the Emmys and its choice of winners. In her comments, a user asked her about the upcoming Disney+ show and if her character Nakia will be wearing a hijab. She gave a direct answer to these concerns and confirms that this character is important to her and the impact she might have with younger viewers.

    It’s great that she confirmed it and is also personally invested in the character’s portrayal. We’re still hoping for some hint at the upcoming series outside of the sizzle reel that was released during Disney’s Investors Day. Here’s hoping we might get our first look at the character in Disney+ Day’s special that was teased earlier today. Marvel Studios has actively explored cultural and political storylines to further expand and showcase the diversity within the franchise that matches its viewers. Shang-Chi proves the success of these projects and they might continue to build upon the franchise’s future.

    Source: Instagram

  • ‘Star Wars: Visions’ Producer Confirms Disney+ Series Isn’t Canon

    ‘Star Wars: Visions’ Producer Confirms Disney+ Series Isn’t Canon

    Marvel Studios and Star Wars are expanding with anthologies this year. While the What if…? series is canon within the franchise’s new multiverse, there were still some questions surrounding Star Wars: Visions. The series is animated by different leading animation studios from Japan, which add their unique style to each episode. The question remained if it might become canon due to some stories even exploring existing characters, such as Boba Fett. Well, luckily we finally have a definite answer from producer Kanako Shirasaki. When asked if the series is canon he gave the following statement in an interview with CNet:

    Not immediately, but it might influence the next generation of creators

    Kanako Shirasaki

    Of course, he does keep the door open slightly, but it does confirm that the stories being told directly within the anthology aren’t an official part of the Star Wars canon for now. His approach is most likely inspired by how Disney expanded the franchise, as they announced that the original Expanded Universe was no longer canon, but used characters, as well as storylines from them as inspiration. So, Shirasaki may simply be highlighting that elements could make a return in future projects.

    Disney+: Star Wars Visions ist Anime mit Starbesetzung - Golem.de

    It’s great that they aren’t restricting themselves with these stories. Each Japanese production company can have fun with the universe. They’ll stay true to the spirit of the original franchise while adding their own spin. It seemed so popular with Lucasfilm they even had a novel written inspired by the Ronin storyline. So, who knows if there’s more heading our way, but for now you can check out our review of the upcoming anthology series.

    Source: CNet

  • Henry Rollins Joins ‘New-Gen’ Marvel Comic Adaptation as Main Antagonist

    Henry Rollins Joins ‘New-Gen’ Marvel Comic Adaptation as Main Antagonist

    It looks like the upcoming animated series based on the New-Gen Marvel comic by J.D. Matonti, Chris Matonti, and Julia Coppola has found its main antagonist. Punk rock musician Henry Rollins, who was part of the Black Flag band, will take on the role of Daedalus. The series focuses on twin brothers, who will be voiced by Finn Wolfhard and his brother Nick, that save the world of New-Gen from a nanotech war.

    How Henry Rollins Is Spending His Time During the Pandemic - Rolling Stone

    He’ll join the talented cast of Lena Headey, Anya Chalotra, and Luke Wilson. Rollins has some experience with animated series, such as starring in the recently released Masters of the Universe: Revelation, The Legend of Korra, and Adventure Time. He’s also appeared in series like Sons of Anarchy and Portlandia. It’ll be interesting to see what he has to offer to the role.

    It’s an interesting series that doesn’t have a specific release date or distributor. The series will be co-written by Eugene Son and has Bardel Entertainment producing. Jetpack Distribution is taking over global rep, but it seems Marvel is not involved in the series. It may hint that the rights to the franchise remained with the creators.

    Source: Deadline, Deadline (Early Casting)

  • ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ to Focus on Gamora and Nebula

    ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ to Focus on Gamora and Nebula

    Even after countless delays, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is still quite a mystery. Director James Gunn has hinted that the story will take a stronger look at Rocket’s secret past that was only briefly given a focus in the first film. Now, it seems there might be a bit more to it as Seth Green, who voices Howard the Duck in the franchise and currently running the What If…? series, revealed that the series will offer a stronger focus on Gamora and Nebula’s story. In the interview with ComicBook.com he shared the following:

    I don’t know if Howard’s a part of it, I haven’t heard anything about that. The only thing I know is that it’s the girls’ story, it’s the sisters’ story, that it’s Gamora and Nebula’s story. So I don’t know if it’s a prequel, or if it comes off in the new timeline that’s splintered post-the Time Heist. Honestly, I don’t know anything about it.

    Seth Green

    It’s a curious statement as it contradicts the focus on Rocket that was teased by the director. Of course, it’s ending a trilogy and might focus on all members. Guardians Vol. 2 was about Peter Quill meeting his father just as much as it was Gamora and Nebula confronting each other. There’s simply a chance that the core of the story, especially considering it’s not the same Gamora from the MCU’s main timeline, is about finding her for Quill and Nebula.

    She now has the chance to take the role her sister did for her when she was lost in the darker side of what their father taught them. In their travels, they may end up getting wrapped up in whatever Rocket’s secret past is. Gunn has always been talented in interweaving multiple storylines that share common themes. We can’t wait to see how this story comes together in 2023.

    Source: ComicBook

  • Seth Green Recorded ‘What If…?’ Long Before ‘Avengers: Endgame’ Even Released in Theaters

    Seth Green Recorded ‘What If…?’ Long Before ‘Avengers: Endgame’ Even Released in Theaters

    We’ve known for a while that Marvel Studios always looked far into the future when it came to their projects. Their CEO Kevin Feige famously talked about having years mapped out. Yet, when Disney+ became an option, their entire gameplan may have taken an interesting shift. Avengers: Endgame was the end of one era and the beginning of another, which wouldn’t see the daylight until 2021 due to the pandemic. Still, we got quite the announcements after the major film for Phase 4 including the animated series titled What If..?. In an exclusive interview with Seth Green, who voices Howard the Duck, ComicBook.com found out he had already recorded quite some time ago.

    Who Is Howard the Duck in 'What If…?' Episode 2? You've Seen Him Before

    He states that he recorded his lines a year before COVID even happened, highlight that “it was before Endgame came out.” As such, he may have already recorded them in February or March of 2019 potentially. He does state he has long forgotten when and shares his love for the comic series that inspired the series. We don’t know how much the pandemic postpone the plans for their first animated project, but it probably had the most flexibility. It doesn’t require any sets to be built and shot on location. Still, it’s curious that he recorded so far in advance as Jeffrey Wright revealed that he did work in his pajamas during the quarantine to prepare for some of the episodes.

    It seems that they scattered out the recordings throughout the years of development. There’s a chance they may have updated a few lines here or there in a similar way to how films do reshoots. Animation takes quite a bit of time and it’s not surprising that they may have had scripts ready long before they even entered the process. It makes you wonder if others’ hows are also underway, as they teased more animation projects are heading our way. Here’s hoping we won’t wait long to find out.

    Source: ComicBook

  • ‘Shang-Chi’ to Release on Disney+ in November to Celebrate Disney+ Day

    ‘Shang-Chi’ to Release on Disney+ in November to Celebrate Disney+ Day

    Shang-Chi has been making headlines as it dominates the box office throughout the last three weeks. Naturally, some have been wondering when we can expect the series to finally premiere on Disney+, as it’s one of the first pandemic films from Disney not to get a simultaneous release. Luckily, it seems the wait isn’t as long as one feared. Disney has unveiled its plans for Novembers’ grand Disney+ Day. The day will feature specials on Star Wars‘ popular bounty hunter and even a glimpse into the MCU’s future. Disney took the opportunity and will also release Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings alongside this special occasion. As such, the film will be available on November 12th for subscribers of the streaming service.

    It’s not the only thing to release on that day, as Jungle Cruise will also be available to all subscribers. It was the last film to release under the Premier Access banner, which is uncertain to return in the future. The box office has been doing better as of late, but Disney might keep it in their back pocket in case the pandemic acts up again. It’s curious they wouldn’t try to also get Free Guy on the service, as it’s also PG-13 and a major theatre-only release this year. Of course, it’s not part of the new 45-release window deal that was made with Shang-Chi, but it’s curious they didn’t try to re-negotiate after its success at the box office. Either way, it’s great that more people get to see one of Marvel Studios’ best origin film.

    Source: Walt Disney, Twitter

  • Disney+ Day ‘Star Wars’ Special Only to Focus on Boba Fett, No Word on Future Entries

    Disney+ Day ‘Star Wars’ Special Only to Focus on Boba Fett, No Word on Future Entries

    We are long awaiting the first look at The Book of Boba Fett. Not only is it the first spin-off of the popular The Mandalorian series, but it’s also the grand return of a much-beloved character in the limelight. It’s currently slated to get a December release, but there still hasn’t been any confirmation or showcase of that. When the announcement dropped that we are getting a special Disney+ Day, we expected some announcements for future installments. Seems like Star Wars might have every different special planned.

    As announced by Disney, the MCU will get a special look at the past and future of the franchise. Star Wars is getting a different one, as it’ll celebrate “the origins and legacy of Star Wars’ legendary bounty hunter, Boba Fett.” If we don’t get a trailer by then, this might be our first official look at the spin-off. Still, it’s curious they aren’t mentioning anything of the other series that are currently in development.

    Disney+’s website does mention first look sand new trailers, but it’s odd they wouldn’t state that there’ll be more to see from Star Wars other disney+ series. While only a few are in development, it’s the perfect time to tease the future or offer an update on The Mandalorian‘s third season, which’s production start seems to get pushed back more and more.

    Source: Walt Disney

  • Disney+ Day to Feature a Special Look into the MCU’s Future

    Disney+ Day to Feature a Special Look into the MCU’s Future

    It looks like the future is bright for Disney+, as they just revealed the line-up for disney+ Day. Initially, we assumed it might be a digital-only event showcasing what the future has in store alongside some new trailers, but it looks like we can expect a very different approach. They took to Twitter to unveil that the day will include a special lineup that will only be available on the streaming service and it includes a Marvel Special look. It’ll act as “a special celebrating the Marvel Cinematic Universe on Diseny+ with an exciting look towards the future.”

    https://twitter.com/disneyplus/status/1440394415965491200

    It’s an interesting approach, as it seems inspired by the Expanding the Future special that was released on the platform back when it had its initial launch. The strategy might also be a way to pull in people to check out this special look directly into the service, which might be a sneaky way to get some additional subscribers.

    Of course, it won’t be the only special on the platform, as they are also teasing a special look for Star Wars. It might be our first look at the various series that are currently in development. We’ll hopefully also get a confirmation for Ms. Marvel‘s release date, as recent rumors are pointing to a February release.

    Source: Twitter, Walt Disney

  • RUMOR: ‘Ms.Marvel’ Eying February Release

    RUMOR: ‘Ms.Marvel’ Eying February Release

    Ms. Marvel is set to make her highly anticipated debut in the upcoming eponymous solo series. The series was initially planned to release at some point in 2021 but with Hawkeye occupying the rest of the year, it looks as if Ms.Marvel could be shifting into an early 2022 release date.

    It seems Ms.Marvel has an intended window of release in the new year, as a new rumor from VFX artist Amit Chaudhari is saying the series is set to release in February. Obviously, this has yet to be confirmed by any official source but with Disney+ day coming up in November, we can most likely expect some sort of announcement. This news would line up well with what we previously heard about the series moving to 2022.

    A February release may be the most likely scenario when you take into mind that Hawkeye wraps up its six-episode run around the end of the year. A February release would give enough time for Hawkeye to wrap up its run and not feel overshadowed by Ms. Marvel’s impending release and the press coverage that will surround the series in the coming days of its debut.

    SOURCE: Amit Chaudhari via ComicBook

  • New ‘THE BOYS’ Set Photo Reveals a Big Season 3 Spoiler

    New ‘THE BOYS’ Set Photo Reveals a Big Season 3 Spoiler

    Ryan Butcher, the son of Homelander and Becca Butcher, is the first naturally born “Supe” in the world of Amazon’s The Boys. And while fans were rightfully worried that he’d turn out to be a sadistic lunatic like his father, his love for his mother seemed to keep him on the up and up…until it didn’t. The Season 2 finale saw Ryan accidentally kill his Mom while trying to save her from Stormfront. Following the accident, Billy Butcher scooped up Ryan and took him away leaving us to wonder how the young man will be impacted by the incident and what’s next for him. If this set photo from Season 3 is any indication, we can guess that Ryan isn’t going to be in hiding from dear old Dad for too long.

    As you can see, Ryan’s abilities are on full display in public near a sign of Homelander. It’s unclear what triggered Ryan’s decision to levitate, but it’ll be sure to capture the attention of Homelander, who was last seen pleasuring himself on the rooftop while overlooking the city. Season 2 went poorly for Homelander and cranking one out while saying “I can do whatever I want” doesn’t seem to indicate he’s in a good place mentally. His fantasies began to merge with reality as the season went on and it won’t be long before he’s totally unhinged. Could Butcher be training Ryan to take on his Dad? Is Ryan the only one who could truly stop Homelander? We can’t wait for Season 3 to get some answers.