The Marvel Cinematic Universe appears ready to return to Wakanda.
Marvel Studios has not officially confirmed that a third film in the Black Pantherfranchise is in the works, but actor Denzel Washington on Tuesday indicated that there is, and that he will have a role.
Speaking to the Today show on Australia’s Channel 9 as part of a Gladiator II press junket, Washington said that director Ryan Coogler is writing a part for him in the next Black Panther film.
When asked about his future plans, Washington said that “at this point in my career, I’m only interested in working with the best, I don’t know how many more films I will make, probably not that many. I want to do things that I haven’t done.”
Who Could Denzel Washington Play in 'Black Panther 3'?
NFD has broken down the three potential characters Washington could play in the third installment of the Black Panther franchise:
The Shadow King: Known as Amahl Farouk, the Shadow King is a powerful telepathic mutant who could make a great antagonist in Wakanda.Washington could bring this complex villain to life, challenging Wakanda on both a physical and metaphysical level.
Achebe: A brilliant yet unhinged adversary from the Black Panther comics, Achebe is a master manipulator with a tragic backstory. Washington could create a compelling portrayal of this villain, bringing intelligence and dark charisma to the role.
Bashenga, the First Black Panther: Washington could play Bashenga, the legendary warrior who first united Wakanda and became the original Black Panther. His portrayal could expand the lore of Wakanda, showing audiences the origins of the Black Panther mantle.
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