Get Ready for a Next-Level Mortal Kombat: Producer Announces Filming Start & Exciting Sequel Improvements!

After completing the selection of its fighting cast, producer Todd Garner has revealed the start of filming for Mortal Kombat 2. The upcoming installment of the video game adaptation franchise is shrouded in secrecy regarding its plot details, but it is anticipated that the fighters from Earthrealm will once again participate in the eponymous fighting tournament to prevent Shang Tsung and the forces of Outworld from launching an invasion. Following the success of the first film's theatrical release and its record-breaking debut on HBO Max, development for Mortal Kombat 2 received official approval in January 2022, almost a year later.

Over two years since the original film hit theaters, Todd Garner took to Twitter to share the exciting news of Mortal Kombat 2 commencing production in Australia. Garner not only expressed his enthusiasm for what lies ahead in the sequel but also reassured fans that the creative team has taken into account their feedback and made significant improvements to address the flaws of the 2021 reboot. See Garner's post below:

How Mortal Kombat 2 Can Improve The 2021 Reboot Movie

The 2021 Mortal Kombat reboot movie garnered a much more positive response from fans of the source video game compared to the Paul W.S. Anderson-helmed adaptation released nearly 30 years prior. The film's R-rated approach to the intense and violent fighting central to its storyline resonated well with audiences. Moreover, the performances of Josh Lawson as Kano, Joe Taslim as Sub-Zero, and Hiroyuki Sanada as Scorpion were widely praised for their spot-on casting choices.

However, despite these commendable aspects, the script and storyline of 2021's Mortal Kombat faced criticism from fans of the games. Many expressed disappointment over the absence of the actual tournament in the narrative. Greg Russo, the original writer who will be replaced by Jeremy Slater for Mortal Kombat 2, had previously outlined his plans for a trilogy. According to Russo, the first movie would introduce the characters, the second would focus on the tournament, and the third would delve into events taking place afterwards.

Audiences are highly anticipating the improvement of Lewis Tan's character, Cole Young, in Mortal Kombat 2. Cole, who was introduced as Scorpion's descendant and the only original hero in the first movie, has received feedback from fans. With both Slater and Garner acknowledging this feedback, it is expected that Cole's storyline will be enhanced. However, considering the introduction of new characters in the sequel, there is a possibility that Cole's role may become less prominent.