One Thunderbolts Character Got a Major Upgrade From Their Last Marvel Appearance

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In the upcoming Marvel movie, Thunderbolts, we find out about the changes in Hannah John-Kamen’s character Ava Starr/Ghost since her last appearance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The film introduces a group of antiheroes, including Ghost from Ant-Man and Wasp. Although she was the villain in that movie due to her unstable molecular condition, her struggle for a cure put her at odds with Ant-Man and Wasp. Now, Ghost is on a path toward redemption within Thunderbolts, and part of this transformation involves an upgrade to her outfit. John-Kamen recently shared her thoughts about what fans might anticipate from Ghost’s updated costume.

In a recent interview with Fandango for the movie “Thunderbolts,” Hannah John-Kamen revealed that Ghost now has a fresh outfit. This new ensemble, which she affectionately dubbed “Gertrude,” was something she shared during the conversation. Additionally, she delved into the process behind creating a history for Ghost’s suit, Gertrude.

Indeed, she hails from Berlin, and the haunting tune that accompanies her superhero garb is none other than ‘Du hast’ by Rammstein. As for my character, Ghost, it’s a stark contrast to the usual vulnerability you might expect. She’s not trembling or fearful of her own mortality. Instead, she exudes an unyielding control, much like Michelle Pfeiffer’s character, Janet. This newfound strength, this healing power, is what makes her more formidable than ever, a dangerous force to be reckoned with.

In the upcoming film “Thunderbolts,” another cast member, previously seen as Sebastian Stan’s character Bucky Barnes in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), will undergo a visual change. Unlike the dramatic transformation Ghost experienced, this alteration is less noticeable. Fans last encountered Bucky Barnes in the Disney+ series “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier,” where he was sporting short hair. However, as trailers and TV spots for “Thunderbolts” have shown, Bucky will once again be seen with his long hair, a hairstyle fans also caught a glimpse of during his cameo in “Captain America: Brave New World.

Initial estimates for the box office earnings of Thunderbolts* suggest it will follow a pattern similar to recent Marvel releases – not particularly impressive. The anticipated domestic opening weekend earnings for Thunderbolts* are around $63-$77 million, with a “target number” of $70 million. This opening would be considered relatively weak for a Marvel Cinematic Universe film.

*Note: Please replace ‘Thunderbolts*‘ with the actual name of the movie to ensure clarity.

The forecast positions “Thunderbolts” as a release following “Captain America: Brave New World,” which earned $88.8 million in its first three days and surpassed $100 million over the extended Presidents’ Day weekend. Interestingly, the projected earnings of $70 million fall below the opening weekends of three Marvel movies that debuted during the COVID-19 pandemic: “Black Widow” ($80.3 million), “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” ($75.3 million), and “Eternals” ($71.2 million).

Despite seemingly discouraging box office predictions, initial screenings of the upcoming movie Thunderbolts have garnered positive responses. A Reddit user reportedly attended a screening close to Burbank a few weeks back, and commented that viewers were quite impressed by the anti-hero team-up. They appreciated the character growth, team dynamics, and creative portrayal of the Sentry/Void storyline (portrayed by Lewis Pullman).

In a concluding act for Phase Five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the film titled “Thunderbolts” brings back many familiar faces for “Avengers: Doomsday.” The ensemble cast of the “Avengers movie” was unveiled during a live broadcast spanning over five hours. Members of the “Thunderbolts” team humorously shared their thoughts on how the announcement transpired.

Florence Pugh expressed her astonishment when she found out the event had been going on for a prolonged period, saying to Fandango, “I couldn’t believe it kept happening, so I went to make a cup of tea and thought, ‘I can take a quick break.’ But it was still ongoing. Incredible! So many renowned actors! David Harbour also shared his nervous excitement during the event. ‘It just wouldn’t stop, and then it would pause for a while. I kept thinking, ‘Okay, I get it, Paul Rudd is in this movie; am I in this movie too?’ Eventually, I was thrilled to see my name appear. It was near the end of the list. I was like [makes an anxious face],” Harbour explained, causing Pugh to laugh.

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2025-04-15 21:40