Daniel Kaluuya did not return to Black Panther 2 as he had difficulties due to his scheduling conflicts.
"Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" is a 2022 superhero movie based on the Marvel Comics character. Serving as a sequel to Black Panther and Avengers: Endgame, it's the thirtieth installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Directed and written by Ryan Coogler, the film features Letitia Wright as Shuri/Black Panther, Lupita Nyong'o as Nakia, Danai Gurira as Okoye, and more.
Who is Daniel Kaluuya?
Born in London's Camden Town in 1989, Kaluuya realized his artistic vocation early. Having played smaller roles in film and television, his remarkable talent was already shining forth by around the mid-2010s.
He broke out in Denis Villeneuve's Sicario with Emily Blunt and Josh Brolin, demonstrating his range. Yet, it was Jordan Peele's horror thriller Get Out that brought him fame. Playing Chris Washington who gets caught up in disturbing developments at his partner’s family estate, Kaluuya delivered a riveting performance. It immediately earned him bona fide celebrity status, with Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations and the BAFTA Rising Star award.
After that, Kaluuya's career soared. He effortlessly moved between Hollywood's biggest hits, such as Marvel Studios 'Black Panther, and searing biopics like Judas and the Black Messiah in which he portrayed Fred Hampton with dazzling brilliance. This portrayal landed him a second Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor.
Apart from acting, Kaluuya has also dipped his toes into directing with the short Two Single Beds.
What was Black Panther 2 about?
The follow-up to Black Panther is entitled Wakanda Forever, in which beloved leader Queen Ramonda, Shuri, M'Baku, and Okoye struggle to mourn for their lost king in a future held by the worst of all possible uncertainties. Wakanda faces international pressure through threats from other superpowers for its advanced technology. This is the story of a people trying to secure Wakanda's independence from international greed and geopolitical jockeying.
Another key is the arrival of Namor, king of Talokan underwater land. First introduced as a villain, his reasons and complex connection with Wakanda add depth and interest to the movie. The film further explores the interface between Wakanda's highly developed technology and its long history. The relationship between tradition and modernization is discussed as Shuri's scientific talents drive Wakandan tech to the limit.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is a moving, pulse-pounding piece of cinema that forces us to consider some deep matters: grief and legacy, global politics, technological evolution, and cultural identity. It is an intimate homage to Chadwick Boseman, as well as a way of preparing fans for the next chapter in Black Panther's story.
FAQs
A. Daniel Kaluuya is 34 years old.
A. The IMDb rating of Black Panther 2 is 6.7.
A. Black Panther 2’s runtime is 2 hours 41 minutes.
