Updated on: 29 July, 2024 02:10 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has been a breeding ground for iconic characters and unforgettable storylines. While many superheroes have bid their farewells, the allure of the MCU seems irresistible for some of its biggest stars. From unexpected villains to returning fan favourites, here’s a look at actors who have or will make their grand comebacks.
1. Robert Downey Jr.
Best known for his charismatic portrayal of Tony Stark/Iron Man, Robert Downey Jr. is set to make a surprising return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. However, fans shouldn’t expect him to reprise his role as the beloved billionaire playboy. Instead, Downey Jr. will be stepping into the shoes of the formidable Dr. Victor Von Doom in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. This unexpected casting choice has sent shockwaves through the MCU fandom, and anticipation is building for his villainous turn.
2. Scarlett Johansson
Scarlett Johansson's Black Widow was a pivotal character in the Avengers saga, and her solo film was a commercial and critical success. While it seemed like the end of her MCU journey, recent reports suggest otherwise. Johansson is reportedly involved in a top-secret Marvel project, the nature of which remains shrouded in mystery. Whether it's a live-action movie, a TV series, or even an animated project, fans are eagerly awaiting more details.
3. Hugh Jackman
Hugh Jackman's portrayal of Wolverine is considered one of the greatest comic book character adaptations of all time. After a heartfelt farewell in Logan, Jackman seemed adamant about not returning to the role. However, the cinematic universe often has unexpected twists, and Jackman indeed reprised his iconic character in Deadpool and Wolverine. As the actor himself admitted, "For Deadpool and Wolverine to come back together. I swear to you, when I said I was done, I really thought I was done. But in the back of my head, ever since I saw Deadpool 1, I was like, 'Those two characters together.' I knew it; I knew the fans wanted it ever since I put on the claws. People talked about these two. So, that had always been there, but I just knew."
4. Chris Evans
Captain America, played by Chris Evans, had a seemingly definitive ending in Avengers: Endgame. The character rode off into the sunset as an elderly Steve Rogers, seemingly closing the chapter on his MCU story. However, recent rumours suggest that Evans might make a cameo appearance in Avengers: Secret Wars. While details are scarce, the possibility of seeing the iconic character one more time has excited fans worldwide.
