Damson Idris Poses With Black Panther Actor, Fuels Casting Speculation

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Rumors are swirling about the future of Wakanda and who might take on the role of Black Panther. Though Marvel hasn’t confirmed anything, fans are excited after seeing Damson Idris with Angela Bassett at a recent Vogue event, leading many to believe he could be cast as T’Challa.

Marvel fans double down on Damson Idris as the new Black Panther

Photos online reveal Idris Elba in a black suit standing with Angela Bassett, who is dressed as Queen Ramonda in a stunning purple gown and elaborate gold headdress. They were photographed on a brightly lit runway, with enthusiastic crowds, photographers, and performers wearing bold red and purple outfits surrounding them.

Social media users speculated that Damson Idris might be the next actor to play T’Challa, referring to recent appearances as a possible ‘soft launch’ of his casting.

A popular caption referencing T’Challa has quickly gained over 1.5 million views online. Photos of Angela Bassett and Idris Elba, dressed in both suits and traditional clothing while backstage, have also surfaced, leading fans to speculate that Marvel Studios may be hinting at something new.

The conversation started because people have been speculating about who will play Black Panther after Chadwick Boseman’s death, with some suggesting Marvel might recast the role. Reports surfaced that Idris Elba had been in discussions with Marvel, but he previously made a lighthearted comment online about declining several high-profile roles, including James Bond, a film alongside Daniel Day-Lewis, and a biopic about Eddie Murphy.

During a TV interview with Entertainment Weekly, Idris Elba was asked if he’d discussed potentially playing Black Panther. He gave a playful “yes and no” answer, but ultimately said he would accept the role if offered it.

Rumors indicate Marvel’s next film could center around Toussaint, the young Prince T’Challa who appeared in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Director Ryan Coogler has expressed his desire for stories about Wakanda to continue being told for many years to come.

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2025-10-28 08:26