The Bear actor, Ayo Edebiri, is rumored to take the iconic character of Storm in Marvel’s X-Men Reboot. Marvel production is still in search of the perfect cast for this iconic character, who was previously played by Halle Berry.
After the Disney and Fox merger, Marvel Studios is set to explore the X-Men characters in a brand new light. As fans await any official announcement, rumors are flocking around on the internet.
Since the news spread that Edebiri would play the character Storm, fans have been skeptical of the choice. They are eyeing someone else.
Ayo Edebiri will reportedly play the X-Men mutant Storm
Since Marvel is in constant search for the X-Men reboot cast, reports from a social media page claim that Ayo Edebiri will play Storm. Although the internet news page @MyTimeToShineH first claimed the news, fans are unsure as the page has a history of inaccurate news. However, it created a lot of buzz on the internet.
Storm is undoubtedly one of the most powerful mutants in the X-Men universe. She has a powerful aura that instills fear in her enemies. Edebiri has to step up her game to bring that character alive.
On another note, this is not the first time Edebiri was selected for a Marvel cast. In 2023, the Golden Globe-winning actress had almost joined Marvel’s Thunderbolts. She dropped out of the project due to a scheduling clash. Geraldine Viswanathan took that role.
She first collaborated with Marvel in the animated superhero sequel Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, voicing Glory Grant. She has also voiced another animated character Envy in Pixar’s Inside Out 2.
On the contrary, in mid-2023 the actor shared in an interview with ComicBook.com that she is not a good fit for Storm. The actor was interested in appearing in Marvel films, involving X-Men characters, but she has some self-doubt–
As a big X-Men kid, I feel like there’s I don’t know…I don’t think I’m cool enough to play Storm.
It further fuels doubt about her casting. Although nothing is officially confirmed.
Marvel fans are eyeing someone else instead of Ayo Edebiri
The fan community has clear preferences, they are eyeing for some other actors with powerful aura.
Known as Ororo Munroe, Storm has descended from a long line of African witch-priestesses. She can control the weather and atmosphere. Storm speaks for peace and equal rights, has a godlike power, and a trembling voice that strikes fear.
While fans love The Bear actor, they are indifferent to accepting her as Storm. Fans on Twitter are saying that Storm needs to be imposing; she is not a good fit for the character.
Marvel fans are debating who would be the perfect fit to play the X-Men mutant. They have a few favorites, and Dewanda Wise is one of them.
Jurassic World: Dominion actor Dewanda Wise is one of the fan-favorite choices for Storm. However, some claimed that she is too old for the character as Marvel is seeking young actors for the X-Men cast.
Wicked star Cynthia Arivo, who recently graced the screen playing Elphaba, has expressed her desire to play Storm. She made a bold claim that Fox X-Men missed the chance to portray how “grand” her character is. Hopefully, Marvel will be on the right path to portray Storm well.
While the casting decision is still unconfirmed, fans must support whoever is chosen. Edebiri, with her Emmy-winning talent, has the potential to surprise us all. However, until an official announcement is made, the discussion about who truly embodies Storm continues.
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