The rumor mill is churning faster than Cerebro on full power! Following a wave of fan enthusiasm, actor Anirudh Pisharody has publicly expressed his interest in taking on the iconic role of Nightcrawler in Marvel Studios’ upcoming X-Men reboot. Could this be the start of something truly special for mutant fans?
The Mutant Mania Continues
While the cast list for Marvel’s X-Men flick is still being assembled, the already announced stars are generating serious buzz. At D23 earlier this year, Inde Navarrette was revealed as Rogue, Maya Boyd as Storm, Christopher Abbott as Professor X, and Adam Driver as Mister Sinister. But with so many beloved characters yet to be cast, speculation is running wild.
One key role that remains unconfirmed is Nightcrawler. While Alan Cumming delivered a memorable performance in previous X-Men films, the upcoming reboot offers a chance for a fresh take on the teleporting mutant. Enter Anirudh Pisharody, an Indian-American actor known for his roles in Never Have I Ever and 9-1-1. His versatility and undeniable charisma make him a strong contender.
On August 23rd, Pisharody responded to a fan’s tweet featuring a side-by-side comparison of the actor and comic book panels of Nightcrawler. His reply? A simple yet powerful “So, so down,” accompanied by a devil face emoji and a tag for Marvel Studios. The internet exploded.
Fan Frenzy & Future Possibilities
The comments section is now a virtual town hall meeting, with fans passionately advocating for Pisharody to be cast. Many are directly tagging Kevin Feige on various platforms, hoping to get the attention of the man who holds the keys to the MCU. Others are playfully suggesting he might be destined for another iconic role: Prince Naveen in Disney’s upcoming live-action Princess and the Frog remake .
One fan wrote, “Yes, make your move!” Another jokingly added, “I would be down if you could master a German accent.” A third simply stated, “Role assigned to you already. Remember me when it happens…” The enthusiasm is palpable.
Pisharody isn’t the only actor generating buzz for a potential X-Men role. Agnez Mo, known for her role in Reacher, has also publicly expressed interest in playing Psylocke . Other confirmed cast members include Samara Weaving as Emma Frost (a casting choice that many are already praising) and Kit Connor as Cyclops .
With Avengers: Doomsday on the horizon, expect more details about the new generation of X-Men to emerge in the coming months. For those eager to learn more, Sadie Sink recently shared insights into her “mysterious” role in Spider-Man: Brand New Day and how she feels now that her big secret is out in the open .
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Source: IGN
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