Yahya Abdul-Mateen II recently shared a photo of himself relaxing ahead of the upcoming shoot forAquaman and the Lost Kingdom. The long-awaitedAquaman 2, a sequel to the highest-grossing DC Comics adaptation ever made, will commence filming in July.
James Wan’sAquaman 2will see Jason Momoa, Willem Dafoe, and Patrick Wilson reprise their roles from the original film. Meanwhile, Amber Heard is returning to play Mera despite numerous reports stating that she would not be brought back. Pilou Asbaek, who notably played the villainous Euron Greyjoy onGame of Thrones,was cast in a mystery role. While details on the upcoming blockbuster have been kept under wraps, Momoa revealed that he helped develop the script with his writing partner.
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Abdul-Mateen II, who notably received anEmmy Award for his work in HBO’sWatchmen,posted a photo of himself on a bed with a binder open. The caption said, “Aquaman 2,” and Abdul-Mateen II set the location to London, which has been the rumored shooting place for the DC blockbuster. While the fast-rising star played a minor role in the first film, Abdul-Mateen II’s David Kane/Black Manta is expected to be one of the main villains inAquaman 2. The actor previously stated that he hopes Black Manta’s wit and comedic side will be showcased in the sequel.
Created by Bob Haney and Nick Cardy,Black Manta debutedin 1967’sAquaman#35. In the comics, the supervillain was an expert in mechanical engineering and military tactics, and he also possessed superhuman stamina and strength. In the mid-credits scene of 2018’sAquaman, Randall Park’s Dr. David Shin rescued Kane from the sea. The character holds a vendetta against Aquaman because the Justice League member refused to save his father’s life. Wan recently confirmed thatAquaman 2will premiere exclusively in theatres and not on a streaming platform.
Abdul-Mateen II, who is coming off performances inThe Trial of the Chicago 7andUs, is set to appear in theCandymanreboot, Michael Bay’sAmbulance, and theDwayne Johnson-produced action filmEmergency Contact. The 34-year-old star will also appear in the untitled fourthMatrixfilm.The newest installment in the iconic franchise is being directed by Lana Wachowski and will see Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss reprise their roles as Neo and Trinity. Jada Pinkett Smith, who played Niobe in the second and third films, is also returning.The Matrix 4comes 18 years afterThe Matrix RevolutionsandThe Matrix Reloaded, and 22 years after the first film was released.
Later this year, Abdul-Mateen II will start filming George Miller’sMad Maxspinoff filmFuriosaalongside Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth. The highly-anticipated film will explore Furiosa’s origins. Miller stated that the 2023 blockbuster will take place over several years and won’t featureFury Roadstar Charlize Theron.
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdomis scheduled to be released in theatres on August 03, 2025.
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