Xolo Maridueña, known for his role in the hit TV show Cobra Kai, recently sat down for an interview to discuss his upcoming lead role in the superhero film Blue Beetle. The film, which is part of the DC Comics universe expansion from Warner Bros., has been highly anticipated by fans.
Maridueña expressed his recognition of the pressure that comes with leading a superhero movie and the importance of a successful adaptation. He acknowledged that Blue Beetle is one of the first films to be released under the new leadership of James Gunn and Peter Safran. With this change in leadership, the film is expected to deviate from the dark and serious tone of previous DC films and embrace a more comic book-like tone.
In Blue Beetle, Maridueña plays the character Jaime Reyes, who is the first major Latino superhero depicted on-screen. He appreciates the significance of representing a Latino superhero but emphasizes that the film cannot encompass every Latino experience.
The actor revealed that his interest in the Blue Beetle character began before he even wanted to be an actor. He was inspired by the character’s appearance in the Young Justice TV show. Maridueña was pleasantly surprised when he learned that he had secured the role and had to keep it a secret until the official announcement.
Preparing for the role of Blue Beetle was a challenge for Maridueña. He had to undergo extensive training and gain weight, which he found more demanding than his training for Cobra Kai. Reflecting on his time on Cobra Kai, Maridueña expressed gratitude for the growth he has experienced as an actor.
Looking ahead, Maridueña imagines potential future appearances of Blue Beetle in the new DC universe, including team-ups with major superheroes. He hopes to continue his acting career and challenge himself with new roles. The actor feels fortunate to have people who believe in his potential and is excited for what the future holds.
Fans eagerly await the release of Blue Beetle, eagerly anticipating Maridueña’s portrayal of this groundbreaking Latino superhero.
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