The MCU’s Next Black Panther Has Never Been Clearer, And Fans Are All In

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A recent photo circulating online has sparked excitement among Marvel fans about who might play Black Panther next. Following the tragic death of Chadwick Boseman in 2020, it was uncertain what the future held for the character. While Letitia Wright’s Shuri took on the role in 2022’s Wakanda Forever, fans have been debating whether she’ll continue as Black Panther long-term, or if Marvel will eventually choose a new actor to play T’Challa.

Damson Idris, the star of the F1 series, is frequently mentioned as a potential replacement for the Black Panther role, and he hasn’t denied the speculation. Recently, he appeared with Black Panther actress Angela Bassett at the Vogue World Hollywood event, further fueling the rumors and exciting fans.

Angela Bassett’s recent appearance with a 34-year-old actor has fueled speculation about who will take over the role of Black Panther. Many fans believe this signals the start of casting for the new film, especially since Bassett and others around her were dressed in clothing reminiscent of Wakanda.

Damson Idris posed for another picture with Basset and other celebrities at the Vogue World Hollywood event. Joining them were fellow Marvel Cinematic Universe stars like Laura Harrier, Jeff Goldblum, Elizabeth Debicki, and Danai Gurira.

I’ve been scrolling through social media, and the reaction to the new image is overwhelmingly positive. Fans are really rallying behind the actor as a potential successor to Chadwick Boseman’s iconic role. It’s heartwarming to see so much support – I saw comments like “Welcome home, T’Challa!” and simply, “My king.” It’s clear people are eager to embrace whoever steps into those shoes next.

Idris Elba has said he’d be open to playing Black Panther in the Marvel Cinematic Universe if offered the role, stating he would accept if asked.

Letitia Wright will reprise her role as Black Panther in the upcoming 2026 film, Avengers: Doomsday. She first took on the role at the end of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Marvel Studios is also reportedly developing a Black Panther 3, which is expected to be released after Avengers: Secret Wars.

How Could Marvel Make a Black Panther Recast Work?

Following Chadwick Boseman’s death, there’s been a lot of discussion about how to continue the Black Panther character in the MCU. Passing the mantle to Shuri, his sister within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, allows the character to live on.

Despite the loss of Chadwick Boseman, fans have continued to speculate about whether Marvel will eventually replace him as T’Challa in their superhero films. While it seems improbable, considering the studio’s ability to explore alternate realities, it doesn’t completely rule out the possibility of Idris Elba taking on the role of Black Panther.

Many Marvel fans believe the actor might portray an older version of T’Challa’s son, who briefly appeared after the credits of Wakanda Forever. This new character, also named T’Challa (T’Challa II), could be a fitting tribute to Chadwick Boseman and his iconic role.

As a huge Marvel fan, I’ve been thinking about how they could realistically age Prince T’Challa to look like Idris Elba, and I think a Multiverse storyline is the perfect way to do it. Imagine a scenario where the young T’Challa gets pulled through some kind of rift during the Avengers: Doomsday events, and then reappears as an adult in Secret Wars. It’s a clever way to explain the age difference and bring Elba into the role organically.

If Marvel Studios decides to introduce Idris Elba into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, portraying the son of Chadwick Boseman’s character seems like the most fitting approach.

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2025-10-28 17:36