Jonathan Majors reveals his Kang journey
Jonathan Majors, renowned for his memorable portrayal in “The Last Black Man in San Francisco,” experienced a pivotal turning point in his Marvel journey. In a significant twist, he departed from his initial encounter with the studio.
However, fate intervened when he crossed paths with casting director Sarah Finn, ultimately leading him to embody the formidable character of Kang the Conqueror in “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.” Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige commends Majors for his extraordinary performance, establishing him as the most triumphant antagonist in Marvel’s storied history.
Jonathan Majors make surprise revelation
During a recent interview with Vanity Fair, Majors unveiled an unexpected revelation: his promising Marvel journey was on the verge of termination before it even commenced. As he reflected upon his initial encounters with the renowned studio, Majors openly confessed…“I walked out of my Marvel general [meeting].”
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Having recently graduated from drama school, Majors found himself feeling uneasy amidst the bustling atmosphere of the meeting, prompting him to make the decision to leave. However, just as he was about to exit the premises, casting director Sarah Finn intercepted him for a conversation.
Little did Majors know that this exchange would prove to be a turning point in his career, as he would be approached for the role of Kang three years later. Majors now stands unwavering in his commitment to the character, recognizing the cohesive vision laid out by Marvel.
Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige attributed the studio’s interest in Majors to his remarkable performance in “The Last Black Man in San Francisco.”
His portrayal of Kang in “Quantumania” has garnered immense acclaim, with Feige himself revealing to Entertainment Weekly, “In the early days of ‘Quantumania’ [test screenings], Jonathan started to make a significant impact… He has tested higher than any other villain we’ve had in any of our friends and family screenings.”
The introduction of Kang took place in the Disney+ series “Loki,” with Majors taking on the role of a variant of the character distinct from the one slated to appear in “Quantumania.”
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