Ryan Coogler makes a major casting splash at Comic-Con, tapping the breakout actor to star as an adult Prince T’Challa II in the upcoming threequel.
The kingdom of Wakanda is officially ready for its next chapter. At a surprise San Diego Comic-Con presentation, visionary filmmaker Ryan Coogler shook up the cinematic universe by announcing that breakout star David Jonsson will lead Black Panther 3 as an adult Prince T’Challa II.
Following the emotional legacy left by the late Chadwick Boseman, the upcoming threequel is shaping up to be a powerful coming-of-age story for the young royal heir. Grab Tha Bootleg and A.T.L. N.E.W.S. have the full breakdown on what this massive Hollywood casting means for the future of the franchise, complete with release details and what to expect when the saga returns to theaters.
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