Iman Vellani, known for her role as the title character in the Disney Plus series Ms. Marvel, will also be reprising the role in The Marvels. However, despite her passionate acting talents, Vellani will not be taking on another acting project.
Vellani's devotion to her character mirrors that of Ms. Marvel's admiration for other Marvel universe heroes. Like her character, Vellani is a true Marvel aficionado. In fact, the series directors have commented on her extensive knowledge of the MCU, even suggesting that it rivals that of Kevin Feige himself. They have even engaged in debates about whether the MCU is set in Earth-616.
Shortly after the release of the comic Fallen Friend: The Death of Ms. Marvel, Marvel made the exciting announcement that the character would be returning in a new series. This marks a significant milestone for Vellani, as it will be her first opportunity to co-write a comic book, a task she admits was even scarier than joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Despite her lack of previous writing experience, Vellani used her love for comics as inspiration, crafting a story that she herself would enjoy reading. She views this opportunity as a chance to create her own fan fiction, all while utilizing the professional tools provided to her.
Some fans have expressed concerns about Ms. Marvel's character being reimagined as a mutant instead of an Inhuman, as depicted in the comics. In response, Vellani is adamant about preserving and honoring the character's Inhuman origins. Both Marvel editorial and Vellani herself value this integral aspect of Kamala's identity and have no intention of changing it. However, the upcoming series will also tackle new themes and challenges, with Kamala having to grapple with embracing an additional label. The resulting story promises to delve into the core themes of identity that have consistently been explored in the Ms. Marvel comics, offering readers a thrilling and mind-bending adventure.
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Fans speculated that when the character's comic book death occurred, it would serve as a means to imbue her MCU counterpart with similar powers upon her inevitable return. Despite retaining her original comic book abilities, Ms. Marvel will undergo a transformation and become a mutant, mirroring her MCU counterpart. This decision has sparked controversy among comic book enthusiasts, yet Vellani's rendition of Ms. Marvel in the comic is anticipated to win over some skeptics.
The release date for Ms. Marvel: The New Mutant #1 is scheduled for August 30, 2023.
Source: Marvel, Entertainment Weekly,
