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After four long years,Bladeis finally seeing some sort of movement. Many do not believe that it’s been so long since Marvel Studios got the fans hyped up about aBladereboot with Mahershala Ali. But its journey so far has been anything but smooth sailing. They’ve gone through directors and writers left and right. And just when it seemed like things were back on track, another curveball seemed to be waiting just around the corner, now, they’re hunting for yet another writer to give the script a makeover.
And amidst all of this, they want a new mystery villain in the mix, though fans are still in the dark about who they have in mind particularly. Fans started to speculate, andThe Boysactor seemed to fit the bill.
MCU’sBladeis in Search for Its Main Villain!
Reports by insider Daniel Richtmanindicate that Marvel is actively searching for a male villain to opposeMahershala Ali’s character in theBladereboot. This has sparked speculation about the project’s direction and who might be suitable for the role.
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Furthermore, fans are clamoring forAntony Starr, known for his role inThe Boys,to join the cast, particularly if Marvel is indeed seeking someone to portray Dracula.
Antony Starr’s knack for bringing depth and menace to his roles makes him perfect for this part. Fans think he’d be a great fit for Dracula here is what they have to say,
Anthony Starr as Draculapic.twitter.com/xXN6zSV58U
— Ame (@JesusCuapi91540)June 10, 2025
Anthony Starr as Dracula or Deacon Frost
— PoloandJays82 (@PolonJays82)June 10, 2025
waiting antony starr as vlad dracula moodpic.twitter.com/8FyBOQN0oF
— ☁️ (@thinkerantony)Jun 11, 2025
actually i realized i need antony starr as vlad dracula, fucking so muchpic.twitter.com/YJQSC4gWEQ
— ☁️ (@thinkerantony)July 31, 2025
The project is still in its very early stages, and amidst all the chaos, fans are holding out hope that it will ultimately lead to positive outcomes. For now, all they can do is wait patiently.
What Happened to Mia Goth? Is She Still in the Movie?
In the midst of the buzz surrounding the new casting, questions have arisen about the whereabouts ofMia Goth. After a standout year in 2022 with memorable performances inX and Pearl,Goth was set to star inBlade.
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While details about the plot remain a mystery, speculation was rife about Goth possibly portraying Lilith, rumored to be the film’s villain. Daniel Richtman, the inside scooper, previously hinted on hisPatreon(viaThe Direct) in May 2023 that Goth would indeed be playing Lilith. However, with the revelation of the recent updates, fans are confused. As perRolling Stone,a background actor from the filmMaXXXinefiled a lawsuit against Mia Goth, alleging that she purposefully kicked him in the head during a scene they were filming last April.
Here is what they have to say about the situation,
What happened to Mia Goth? Was she fired bc of what happened on the MaXXXine set?
— Micheal Darnell (@mdarnell1942)July 01, 2025
So is Lilith not a villian in thsi anymore
— ☆ANNA MARIE☆ (@hakajima)July 27, 2025
I guess Mia goth dropped out lol
— Terry🧸 (@TerryStiger1)Jun 02, 2025
Wasn’t Mia goth whatever female gonna be the villain in the film
— Joseph Ventura (@JosephV81056668)June 08, 2025
https://twitter.com/gusfreakmenn/status/1795616991086309847
Although Marvel has not released any official statements regarding the actress’s departure, amidst the chaos, there’s a prevailing notion that both Lilith and Dracula might make an appearance, considering Lilith is Dracula’s daughter.
Nonetheless, the project seems to be in a state of flux, and it might take a while for everything to come together. Fans are hopeful that despite the uncertainties, the end result will be worth the wait.
Blade is currently set to hit theaters on June 21, 2025
Sampurna Banerjee
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Sampurna Banerjee is an Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, and she’s written over 1,700 articles! She covers everything from celebrity news to the latest superhero buzz, streaming shows, and fan theories. If it’s trending in pop culture, Sampurna’s probably already on it.When she’s not working, you’ll probably find her rewatching The Office (again), getting into debates about Marvel’s timeline, or diving deep into Christopher Nolan movies for the hundredth time. She’s not just writing about entertainment, she’s living it.
