Latest news with #Galactus
Mint
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Vanessa Kirby debuts baby bump at Fantastic Four premiere in Mexico, expecting first child with partner Paul Rabil
Vanessa Kirby, known for her roles in 'The Crown' and 'Mission: Impossible', surprised fans on Saturday when she revealed she is expecting her first child with partner, Paul Rabil. Reports in December 2024 suggested the Vanessa and Paul were engaged, though they have not confirmed the news publicly. Kirby is expecting the baby with her partner, Paul Rabil, a former professional lacrosse player from Maryland. Rabil's background in sport began early, encouraged by his parents Allan and Jean Anne Rabil. He went on to have a successful career in both the Major League Lacrosse and National Lacrosse League, and played for Johns Hopkins University during college. In 'Fantastic Four: The First Steps', Kirby plays Sue Storm, also known as the Invisible Woman. In a fitting twist, her character is also pregnant in the film. This crossover of reel and real life left fans amazed. The announcement came during a photocall for 'Fantastic Four: The First Steps' in Mexico, where Kirby appeared in a sleeveless, shimmering green gown. The gown featured a mock turtle neckline and geometric patterns that echoed her character's superhero costume in the film. One wrote online, 'Is Vanessa Kirby really pregnant or is this just part of the campaign?' Others were quick to point out the clever coincidence, calling the promotional tour 'insane' in the best way. 'Fantastic Four: The First Steps' also stars Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. It is scheduled to release on July 25, 2025. In the film, the Fantastic Four must protect their 1960s-inspired retro-futuristic world from the planet-devouring cosmic being Galactus. Apart from the main cast, the film also features Ralph Ineson, Julia Garner, Natasha Lyonne, and others.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kevin Feige on The Fantastic Four - First Steps: It's the perfect time to launch into a new era
After Captain America and the Thunderbolts, it is now time for a new band of heroes to rise and save the day. The Fantastic Four are all set for take off in First Steps. Marvel's first family, who was teased in the post-credit scene of The Thunderbolts, are all set to take over the big screens this July. For Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige , the return of Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm was more than just a comic-book plotline; it was a deeply personal and creative opportunity. In a statement, Feige said, 'When Disney bought Fox, it was really an unexpected dream come true. It came at the perfect time, to help us launch into a new era. They are Marvel's First Family, and I really wanted to do them justice.' ssociation with the Fantastic Four goes back more than two decades, having worked on the early 2000s films directed by Tim Story. Reflecting on those versions, he acknowledged the limitations of the time: 'There was still a bit of fear of being silly.' Now, he says, the creative team is embracing everything that makes the team iconic — including their colourful tone and larger-than-life villains. Among the most talked-about changes is the commitment to a more comic-accurate version of Galactus. 'In another time, some might consider the notion of somebody with a big, angular helmet walking through a city goofy,' Feige said. 'I consider it awesome.' The film is touted to unleash the full spectrum of their appeal, from their '60s retro-future aesthetic and groovy cosmic vibes to, crucially, a comic-accurate portrayal of their most formidable foe, Galactus. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Feige says, 'In another time, some might consider the notion of somebody with a big, angular helmet walking through a city goofy. I consider it awesome.' Directed by Matt Shakman , The Fantastic Four: First Steps will introduce the MCU versions of the characters, with Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing. The team faces off against Galactus, played by Ralph Ineson , and his Herald, the Silver Surfer, portrayed by Julia Garner. Set against a retro-futuristic backdrop, the film blends cosmic spectacle with intimate family dynamics, as the team is forced to balance heroism with their personal relationships in the face of Earth's destruction. The Fantastic Four: First Steps is all set to release on July 25, 2025 in India in English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Digital Trends
3 days ago
- Business
- Digital Trends
Time for Marvel to worry? Fantastic Four: First Steps test screening garners mixed results
Marvel heads into Phase Six with The Fantastic Four: First Steps. The studio's immediate future is riding on the critical and financial success of the film as the MCU moves into Phase Six. If the first test screenings are a sign of what's to come, Marvel might be worried. In a rare move, Marvel publicly test-screened The Fantastic Four: First Steps nearly two months before its July debut. According to Jeff Sneider, the results were mixed. Recommended Videos In a recent edition of The InSneider newsletter, Sneider's source gave First Steps a mediocre review. 'My source called it both 'mid' and 'meh,' and 'not that bad, but not that good, either,' Sneider wrote. 'More concerningly, they said it featured weak character development and bad CGI, though the latter issue will certainly be addressed over the next month.' Sneider's other source, who has not seen the finished film, described the film as a 'mess' and a 'huge problem movie.' These troublesome feelings likely led to Marvel running a test screening. On the positive side, Ralph Ineson as the villainous Galactus received high praise. 'It sounds like Ralph Ineson's Galactus went over well with the crowd last night, which is encouraging, seeing as how Marvel has had a villain problem of late,' Sneider said. Because Marvel conducted a test screening nearly eight weeks in advance of Fantastic Four's release date, the studio has time to fix some of the so-called problems, including the CGI. The Fantastic Four: First Steps welcomes Marvel's First Family into the MCU. The titular group includes Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing. Ineson voices Galactus, while Julia Garner portrays Shalla-Bal/Silver Surfer. Paul Walter Hauser, John Malkovich, Natasha Lyonne, and Sarah Niles also star. Matt Shakman directs First Steps. Shakman produced and directed the Disney+ series WandaVision. After the disappointing returns of Captain America: Brave New World, Marvel bounced back with positive acclaim for Thunderbolts*. The Fantastic Four is the final Marvel movie of 2025. With Avengers: Doomsday moving to December 2026, the next MCU movie after First Steps will be Spider-Man: Brand New Day in July 2026. The Fantastic Four: First Steps opens in theaters on July 25.
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Kevin Feige Says Fantastic Four In MCU Is A 'Dream Come True', Teases Galactus And More
Last Updated: Kevin Feige calls bringing Fantastic Four into the MCU a 'dream come true' and vows a comic-accurate, thrilling take on Marvel's First Family. Marvel Studios is gearing up for one of its most anticipated launches The Fantastic Four: First Steps, releasing on July 25, 2025, in India in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. For Kevin Feige, President of Marvel Studios, this project is more than just another chapter in the MCU, it's personal. The return of Marvel's First Family—Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm—became possible after Disney's acquisition of 20th Century Fox. Reflecting on the game-changing deal, Feige shared, 'When Disney bought Fox, it was really an unexpected dream come true. It came at the perfect time, to help us launch into a new era. They are Marvel's First Family, and I really wanted to do them justice." Feige, who worked on earlier Fantastic Four adaptations in the 2000s, recalled the creative limitations of that era. 'There was still a bit of fear of being silly," he admitted. But times have changed, and Feige is ready to embrace everything that makes the Fantastic Four iconic—from their retro-futuristic 1960s vibe to their legendary villains. This time, Marvel plans to give fans a comic-accurate version of Galactus, the planet-devouring cosmic force. 'In another time, some might consider the notion of somebody with a big, angular helmet walking through a city goofy," Feige said. 'I consider it awesome." The Fantastic Four: First Steps introduces a fresh cast with Pedro Pascal as Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as The Thing. They're up against a powerful threat: Galactus (played by Ralph Ineson) and his Herald, the Silver Surfer (Julia Garner). As the family battles to save Earth, the stakes grow deeply personal, forcing them to rely not just on their powers, but their bond. Directed by Matt Shakman, and produced by Feige with executive producers Louis D'Esposito, Grant Curtis, and Tim Lewis, this new take on the Fantastic Four promises to balance emotional depth with blockbuster spectacle. First Published: May 31, 2025, 02:56 IST
Geek Tyrant
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Ralph Ineson On Whether His THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS Villain Galactus is Evil; Calls Him "A God, Of Sorts" — GeekTyrant
Fans are gearing up for the introduction of the Fantastic Four to the MCU in the upcoming film, The Fantastic Four: First Steps . The movie looks amazing, and it will be cool to finally get a really good quality story about these characters, and immerse them in the world that's already established in the current Marvel landscape. With these heroes, we are also getting a new super villain that is arguably the biggest and baddest we've seen so far. In the upcoming copy of Empire Magazine, set to hit shelves next week, the cover story focuses on the film's villain, Galactus, who is being portrayed by actor Ralph Ineson, heralded by Julia Garner's Silver Surfer. They will go up against Mr. Fantastic (Pedro Pascal), the Invisible Woman (Vanessa Kirby), the Human Torch (Joseph Quinn) and The Thing (Ebon Moss-Bachrach). Galactus is described as 'a humongous, 14-billion-year-old, planet-devouring cosmic vampire,' as director Matt Shakman puts it, and Marvel boss Kevin Feige has long, long wanted to tell. 'The coming of Galactus is one of the greatest comic-book stories ever written,' he told the outlet. For Ineson, getting into the headspace of Galactus was all about going big. 'He's a cosmic force. He's a god, of sorts,' the actor – still beloved by fans of The Office for playing the detestable 'Finchy' – explains. That meant driving through the tunnels of Mont Blanc, 'just imagining that as his windpipe and his trachea,' he says. 'I also went to a lot of tall buildings. We went to a wedding at the top of the Gherkin building in London, and I spent most of the afternoon just staring out, ruminating. I got in trouble with my wife — she was like, 'You've got to say hello to the bride and groom at some point!'' Still, is Galactus really a bad guy? The people of the Fantastic Four's Earth might think so – though really, he's just a big, planet-eating guy, simply doing what a big, planet-eating guy does. For Ineson, he's played worse people. 'I don't think Galactus is evil,' he says. 'But Finchy's a proper cunt.' We only have less than two months to wait before seeing his reign of destruction on the big screen, and I can't wait! The Fantastic Four: First Steps hits theatres on July 25, 2025.
