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Mar. 25, 2022
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was confirmed to have wrapped filming in Puerto Rico.
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Mar. 13, 2022
Dominique Thorne confirmed that she wrapped filming scenes as Riri Williams for 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.'
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Feb. 27, 2022
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was rumored to film in Puerto Rico for scenes that may take place in Haiti.
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Jan. 15, 2022
Letitia Wright was reported to have resolved issues caused by her anti-vax views and vaccination status which had prevented her from traveling from the U.K. to the U.S. to resume filming for 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.'
(The Hollywood Reporter)
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Jan. 15, 2022
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever's production delays were reported to not impact the sequel's current November 2022 release date.
(The Hollywood Reporter)
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Jan. 14, 2022
Letitia Wright was confirmed to have returned to the set of 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' after recovering from injuries.
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Dec. 30, 2021
Marvel was rumored to be considering The Weeknd, Doja Cat, Stormzy, and more for the 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' soundtrack.
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Dec. 14, 2021
Chadwick Boseman's brother said that he believes Boseman would have wanted the role of MCU's T'Challa to be recast.
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Dec. 10, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was reported to resume filming in January 2022 with Letitia Wright as Shuri.
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Nov. 19, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was confirmed to pause production until January 2022.
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Nov. 10, 2021
Letitia Wright's return to the set of 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was reported to be in jeopardy due to her unvaccinated status.
(The Hollywood Reporter)
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Nov. 05, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was reported to resume production in early 2022.
(The Hollywood Reporter)
Nov. 05, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was reported to halt production due to Letitia Wright's injury.
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Oct. 19, 2021
Nate Moore shared that 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever's recent delay "just gives [Marvel Studios] more time to get it right."
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Aug. 31, 2021
Letitia Wright was rumored to sign a long-term Marvel contract to play Shuri in multiple projects after 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.'
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Aug. 26, 2021
A high-quality behind-the-scenes still of Dominique Thorne's Riri Williams from the set of 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was revealed.
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Aug. 25, 2021
New set photos of Danai Gurira and Letitia Wright from the set of 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' were revealed.
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Aug. 24, 2021
The first set photo of Dominique Thorne from the set of 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was revealed.
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Jul. 27, 2021
A video from the set of 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was leaked, and it teases a return to the iconic throne room from the first film.
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Jul. 19, 2021
Winston Duke expressed that it "was very emotional" to read the script of ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ and that everyone involved was "a bit of a family now and [they] grieve together."
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Jul. 13, 2021
Kevin Feige confirmed that he was “looking to Ryan Coogler for guidance” as they discussed “continuing the legacy of Wakanda and continuing with that storyline.”
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Jul. 08, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was rumored to shoot scenes around and possibly inside the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge.
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Jul. 08, 2021
Angela Bassett revealed that "there have been about five incarnations of the script" for 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.'
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Jul. 08, 2021
Angela Bassett said that "a lot of things had to be shifted" for 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' since August 2020, but praised director Ryan Coogler and writer Joe Robert Cole's talents, noting she has full faith they will deliver a worthy follow-up.
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Jun. 30, 2021
Kevin Feige confirmed that production for 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' has already begun in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Jun. 29, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was rumored to shoot scenes in Worcester, Massachusetts in Summer 2021.
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Jun. 24, 2021
Anthony Mackie teased that the preparations for 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' are "driving everybody ragged."
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May. 04, 2021
Michael B. Jordan said that he would return to the MCU "if it's the right thing and it's impactful and if [he could add something to it. "
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May. 03, 2021
The official title of the 'Black Panther' sequel was confirmed to be 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.'
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Apr. 30, 2021
Michael B. Jordan said that he can't confirm nor deny if he will return in 'Black Panther 2.'
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Apr. 16, 2021
Ryan Coogler revealed that the production for 'Black Panther 2' will not be leaving Georgia despite the recent backlash to the Georgian “Election Integrity Act of 2021.”
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Apr. 15, 2021
The working title for 'Black Panther 2' was rumored to be Summer Break.
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Mar. 31, 2021
Ryan Coogler said that “it would be harder for me to stop” production of 'Black Panther 2' than to continue with it, and that to do otherwise would be disrespectful to the late Chadwick Boseman.
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Mar. 29, 2021
Anthony Mackie said that he believes that Chadwick Boseman wouldn't want Black Panther to be recast in the MCU.
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Mar. 09, 2021
Kevin Feige said that the studio is continuing to focus on “being honest in [their] storytelling,” and this is “something that Chad [Boseman] and Ryan Coogler” always want them to lead the charge on for ‘Black Panther 2.’
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Feb. 01, 2021
Ryan Coogler was confirmed to have joined the crew of the untitled 'Wakanda' Disney+ series as a writer.
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Feb. 01, 2021
A Disney+ series revolving around a drama based in the Kingdom of Wakanda was confirmed to be in development at Marvel Studios.
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Jan. 26, 2021
Ryan Coogler revealed that he will be using 'Black Panther's 500-page Bible as "a big reference point for (them) to come back to for when (they) had questions" during the upcoming production of 'Black Panther 2.'
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Sep. 02, 2020
'Black Panther 2's production was reported to be scheduled to start in March 2021 prior to Chadwick Boseman's death.
(The Hollywood Reporter)
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Sep. 02, 2020
Disney was reported to be focused on respecting and paying tribute to the late Chadwick Boseman rather than on planning 'Black Panther 2.'
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Feb. 14, 2020
'Black Panther 2' was rumored to be planning to begin production in March 2021 in Australia.
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Nov. 06, 2019
Daniel Kaluuya said he was unsure if he'll reprise his role as W'Kabi in 'Black Panther 2.'
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Oct. 01, 2019
Ryan Coogler was confirmed to be "just beginning the process of outlining the story" of 'Black Panther 2.'
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Aug. 23, 2019
'Black Panther 2's' yet-to-be-revealed name was confirmed to have a subtitle.
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Jun. 27, 2019
'Black Panther 2's' story was confirmed to be in the process of being outlined by Ryan Coogler.
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Nov. 06, 2018
Ryan Coogler said that he and Marvel Studios want to "focus on trying to make something that has some type of meaning" with 'Black Panther 2.'
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Oct. 11, 2018
'Black Panther 2' was reported to be eyeing to begin production in late 2019 or early 2020.
(The Hollywood Reporter)
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Mar. 09, 2018
Kevin Feige said Marvel Studios has "ideas and a pretty solid direction on where we want to head" with 'Black Panther 2.'
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Sep. 07, 2021
Ludwig Göransson was confirmed to have joined the crew of 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' as composer.
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Jul. 01, 2021
Autumn Durald was rumored to have joined the crew of 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' as a cinematographer.
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Jan. 26, 2021
Hannah Beachler was confirmed to have joined the crew of 'Black Panther 2' as the film's production designer.
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Aug. 08, 2020
Rachel Morrison said there may be scheduling issues that will prevent her from returning as cinematographer for 'Black Panther 2.'
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Aug. 23, 2019
Ryan Coogler was confirmed as writer and director of 'Black Panther 2.'
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Oct. 11, 2018
Ryan Coogler was reported to be signed on as writer and director of 'Black Panther 2.'
(The Hollywood Reporter)
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Feb. 05, 2018
Alan Horn confirmed that Disney "certainly want" Ryan Coogler to return as the director for 'Black Panther 2.'
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Mar. 24, 2022
Danny Sapani said it was "just amazing" to return as M’Kathu the Border Tribe leader in 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,' saying "it’s just an incredible story and an incredible film."
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Feb. 16, 2022
Danny Sapani was confirmed to have joined the cast of 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' as Tribal Council elder M'Kathu.
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Jan. 20, 2022
Michael B. Jordan teased a potential comeback for Erik Killmonger after 'Black Panther,' saying "Who knows? But as we all know, Marvel has their plans."
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Nov. 07, 2021
Lake Bell was rumored to have joined the cast of 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' in an unknown role.
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Aug. 19, 2021
Dominique Thorne was confirmed to have joined the cast of 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' as Riri Williams a.k.a. Ironheart.
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Aug. 02, 2021
Mabel Cadena was rumored to have joined the cast of 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' as Namora.
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Jul. 21, 2021
Michaela Coel was reported to have joined the cast of ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ in an unknown role.
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Jul. 21, 2021
Michaela Coel was reported to have joined the cast of ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ in an unknown role.
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Jul. 19, 2021
Winston Duke confirmed that he will return as M’Baku in ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.’
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Jun. 07, 2021
Tenoch Huerta was rumored to be playing Namor the Submariner in 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.'
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Jun. 02, 2021
Sterling K. Brown revealed that he would be honored to return as N'Jobu in 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.'
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May. 27, 2021
Danai Gurira was reported to return as Okoye in an unspecified "origin spinoff series" premiering on Disney+.
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May. 14, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was rumored to be casting actors to play mercenary and diplomat roles in the film.
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Mar. 17, 2021
Martin Freeman was confirmed to have joined the cast of 'Black Panther 2' as Everett Ross.
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Feb. 13, 2021
'Black Panther 2' was rumored to be casting for two Mayan, indigenous characters named "Zyanya" and "Cadmael."
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Dec. 11, 2020
Marvel Studios confirmed they would not recast the role of T'Challa after Chadwick Boseman's passing.
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Aug. 29, 2020
Black Panther actor Chadwick Boseman passed away due to colon cancer.
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Jul. 07, 2020
Janelle Monae said she has expressed interest to Ryan Coogler in being cast in 'Black Panther 2.'
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Mar. 05, 2020
Winston Duke said he wants to reprise his role as M'Baku in 'Black Panther 2.'
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Aug. 16, 2019
Martin Freeman said he will likely return as Everett Ross in 'Black Panther 2.'
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Jul. 20, 2019
Danai Gurira said that she will reprise her role as Okoye in 'Black Panther 2.'
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Nov. 08, 2018
Letitia Wright was reported to reprise her role as Shuri in 'Black Panther 2.'
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Oct. 18, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever's release was confirmed to have moved to November 11, 2022.
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Dec. 11, 2020
The release date of 'Black Panther 2' was confirmed to have moved to July 8, 2022.
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Dec. 11, 2020
'Black Panther 2' was confirmed to have moved to July 8, 2022.
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Apr. 23, 2018
The release of 'Black Panther 2' was said to be dependent on director Ryan Coogler returning.
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Mar. 21, 2022
Angela Bassett claimed that 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' will top its predecessor.
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Mar. 19, 2022
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was rumored to feature a flashback sequence set in the 1500s-1600s during the European colonization of the Americas.
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Mar. 14, 2022
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was rumored to feature Riri Williams' Ironheart suit.
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Feb. 12, 2022
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was confirmed to feature underwater scenes.
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Jan. 15, 2022
Doctor Doom's "presence" in 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was rumored to be very minor if he does appear.
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Jan. 15, 2022
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was rumored to set up the MCU's Namor franchise in a similar manner to how 'Captain America: Civil War' laid the groundwork for Black Panther.
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Jan. 14, 2022
Winston Duke was reported to have an expanded role as M'Baku in 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.'
(The Hollywood Reporter)
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Dec. 29, 2021
Danai Gurira's Okoye was rumored to have an LGBTQ+ relationship in 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.'
(Daniel Richtman)
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Dec. 11, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever's ending was rumored to be rewritten due to the controversy surrounding Letitia Wright.
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Nov. 15, 2021
Nate Moore confirmed that fans "will not see T'Challa in the MCU 616 universe" following Chadwick Boseman's death.
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Nov. 08, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was rumored to introduce T'Challa and Nakia's son.
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Nov. 04, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was rumored to include a nighttime scene involving "military, CIA, and ship crew-type" characters.
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Oct. 14, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was reported to include a scene involving a small backyard party.
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Sep. 23, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was rumored to feature a scene in a Mexican village.
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Sep. 20, 2021
Angela Bassett teased that 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' is in good hands with Ryan Coogler at the helm, saying that the director and writer Joe Robert Cole are going to "bring it."
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Aug. 31, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was rumored to be a "double-hander" since it will feature both Dominique Thorne's Ironheart and Shuri together.
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Aug. 30, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was confirmed to showcase a car chase featuring Shuri and Okoye.
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Aug. 26, 2021
Martin Freeman was confirmed to sport a beard in his scenes for 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.'
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Aug. 24, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was rumored to feature an underwater crime scene.
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Aug. 21, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was confirmed to feature a chase scene between a sports car and a motorcycle.
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Aug. 17, 2021
Kevin Feige mentioned how much Chadwick Boseman loved the new version of T'Challa in 'What If...?' and even wanted to get "just some of that voice" into 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.'
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Aug. 03, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was rumored to feature Riri Williams a.k.a. Ironheart.
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Jul. 28, 2021
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' was rumored to include a translated reference to the passing of T'Challa.
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Jun. 30, 2021
Kevin Feige teased that the cast and crew of 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' are working towards making a film that would make the late Chadwick Boseman proud.
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May. 12, 2021
Martin Freeman teased that fans are in for something truly special in 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.'
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May. 12, 2021
Martin Freeman claimed that the plot of 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' is "odd at parts," but director Ryan Coogler kept telling him that it is going to work.
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Apr. 29, 2021
Lupita Nyong'o confirmed that Ryan Coogler has "reshaped" 'Black Panther 2' in light of Chadwick Boseman's passing.
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Apr. 06, 2021
Lupita Nyong'o revealed that the plan of 'Black Panther 2' director Ryan Coogler "very much honors [Chadwick Boseman] and his legacy."
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Mar. 31, 2021
Ryan Coogler said that Chadwick Boseman "wouldn't have wanted us to stop [Black Panther 2]" after his passing.
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Mar. 17, 2021
Martin Freeman admitted that he "still [doesn't] know what [Black Panther 2] is going to look like" without the late Chadwick Boseman.
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Mar. 11, 2021
Ryan Coogler admitted that it's "difficult to have perspective on something while you’re going through it" while calling Chadwick Boseman's passing "one of the more profound things that (he's) ever gone through.”
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Mar. 03, 2021
Lupita Nyong’o said that 'Black Panther 2' director Ryan Coogler "has some really, really exciting ideas" for the sequel.
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Feb. 08, 2021
Michael B. Jordan admitted that he can't "say too much" about his possible return in 'Black Panther 2,' but he would return if given the chance.
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Jan. 27, 2021
Michael B. Jordan said that he is willing to return as Killmonger in 'Black Panther 2.'
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Jan. 11, 2021
Kevin Feige said that 'Black Panther 2' "was always about furthering the mythology and the inspiration of Wakanda."
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Dec. 11, 2020
Kevin Feige said 'Black Panther 2' will "continue to explore the world of Wakanda and all of the rich and varied characters introduced in the first film."
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Nov. 20, 2020
Letitia Wright's Shuri was reported to "take on a more prominent role" in 'Black Panther 2.'
(The Hollywood Reporter)
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Nov. 13, 2020
Marvel Studios Executive Vice President Victoria Alonso said that 'Black Panther 2' will not create a digital double for Chadwick Boseman.
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Nov. 27, 2019
'Black Panther 2' was rumored to feature Doctor Doom as a villain.
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