Ana de Armas rumoured for Marvel role amid fan speculation over Rogue casting in upcoming MCU saga
The Cuban-Spanish actor rose to prominence in Blade Runner 2049 before starring in Knives Out and No Time To Die. She recently headlined Ballerina, a John Wick spinoff in which she played an assassin raised by the Ruska Roma syndicate.
According to industry insider Daniel Richtman, Armas is 'being eyed' for a significant MCU role. While Marvel Studios has not confirmed the news, many fans believe she could take on the role of Anna Marie, better known as Rogue, one of Marvel Comics' most recognisable mutants.
Disney's 2019 acquisition of 20th Century Fox returned the X-Men film rights to Marvel Studios. While some mutants have already appeared in the MCU, their full introduction is expected in Phase 7, widely thought to be the 'Mutant Saga'.
In the comics, Rogue can absorb the life force, memories, abilities, and superpowers of others through touch. Anna Paquin previously portrayed the character in Fox's X-Men films, but Marvel is expected to cast a new actor for future appearances.
Online reactions have been divided, with many social media users convinced Armas fits the role. One wrote, 'If she can master a Southern accent, that's Rogue, sugah.'
Another commented, 'She will 100% be Rogue.' Meanwhile, others have suggested alternative characters, including Magik, Elektra, X-23, and Kitty Pryde.
Names such as Margaret Qualley, Jenna Ortega, and Keke Palmer have also been mentioned by fans for the role.
For now, Marvel Studios has made no official casting announcements. Until then, speculation continues as audiences await more details on the MCU's integration of the X-Men.
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