The Spider-Man spinoff featuring Bad Bunny as El Muerto is said to be considering former WWE star, Sasha Banks, for a role. The film, which was recently delayed due to the strike by the Writers Guild of America, has yet to begin the official casting process.
Sony's joint announcement with singer and actor Bad Bunny about plans for an El Muerto film, based on one of the lesser-known Spider-Man characters, left many fans wondering about the character's identity. El Muerto is a Mexican wrestler who inherits a powerful mask from his father, granting him super strength and resilience. He crosses paths with Spider-Man when he is tasked with defeating and unmasking another masked warrior as part of a life-threatening ritual. Fans have shown enthusiasm for the project, viewing Bad Bunny as a suitable choice for the lead role.
While there is still progress to be made on the project, Sony appears to have made another strong casting decision. Following the appointment of Jonas Cuaron as the director of El Muerto last year, it has been reported that former WWE star and recently debuted actress Mercedes Varnado, also known as Sasha Banks, is being considered for an undisclosed role in the project. This news was revealed by a source in contact with The Hollywood Reporter, who shared the information during their coverage of the film's removal from Sony's release schedule, where it was originally slated for a January 2024 premiere.
Varnado's acting skills were recently showcased in her role as Koska Reeves in The Mandalorian, where she portrayed a loyal companion to Bo-Katan Kryze. Her performance has received praise from both fans and critics, making her a desirable addition to the cast of El Muerto. It will be interesting to see her on-screen chemistry with Bad Bunny, as they have never worked together before, despite Bad Bunny's significant involvement with WWE, including being featured as a pre-order bonus in WWE 2K franchise's latest installment.
Sasha Banks, known for her successful persona in women's wrestling, is highly regarded by fans who even advocated for her to be the cover star of WWE 2K22. With her involvement in The Mandalorian and the significant overlap between professional wrestling, Star Wars, and Marvel Comics fan bases, Varnado's addition to the Sony project is expected to be well-received. Her strong presence and appealing demeanor will undoubtedly attract viewers, even those who are not familiar with her previous work.
Varnado is highly anticipated to eagerly embrace the chance of being involved in yet another potential project. Given the positive outcome, enthusiasts can eagerly await her official confirmation of the role, mirroring Bad Bunny's excitement upon joining the Spider-Man spinoff. Sony is currently in the process of developing El Muerto.
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
