Iman Vellani inMs. Marvel.Photo: Marvel StudiosThere’s a new superhero in town.On March 15, Disney+ shared the first trailer forits anticipated new series,Ms. Marvel, which centers around the MCU’s first on-screen Muslim superhero.The trailer introduces Kamala Khan, a Muslim American teenager from Jersey City who looks up to Captain Marvel (Brie Larson).Slated to take on the iconic character is newcomer Iman Vellani, who was originallyannounced to star in September 2020.Not only does it mark Vellani’s first-ever onscreen role, but she is alreadyset to star in another big MCU projectnext year. (Hint: it has to do with Captain Marvel!)As you get ready to dive into the next big MCU adventure, here’s everything you need to know about the show and its central superhero.Who is Ms. Marvel?Marvel StudiosMs. Marvel is the superhero alias of Kamala Khan, a Muslim American teenager from Jersey City who is a megafan of Captain Marvel. Kamala spends most of her life feeling like she doesn’t fit in until she makes the fascinating discovery that she has superpowers just like the heroes she looks up to.In the comics, Kamala is later revealed to be an Inhuman, “a race of humans descended from genetically-enhanced forebears who can manifest powers when exposed to a substance known as the Terrigen Mists,“perEntertainment Weekly.What are Ms. Marvel’s powers?Marvel StudiosAsEWnotes, in the comics, Kamala has superpowers similar to those of Ant-Man in that she can change the size of her body. She can also change the size of just one part of her body, including making a huge fist.However, the trailer seems to tease that Ms. Marvel’s powers will slightly differ in the live-action adaptation. Instead, Kamala’s powers are more similar to Doctor Strange’s, in that she is seen manipulating energy into blasts, forcefields, and stepping stones.How does Ms. Marvel connect to Captain Marvel?Marvel/ EverettIn the comics, Kamala actually assumes the mantle of Ms. Marvel from Carol Danvers.Danvers was originally referred to as Ms. Marvelwhen she first got powers in 1977, but she later becomes known as Captain Marvel.In the comics, Captain Marvel acts as a mentor for Ms. Marvel, and the two work together on several different projects over time.Who’s in the cast ofMs. Marvel?In addition to Vellani in the titular role, the cast also includes Aramis Knight, Saagar Shaikh, Rish Shah, Zenobia Shroff, Mohan Kapur, Matt Lintz, Yasmeen Fletcher, Laith Nakli, Azhar Usman, Travina Springer, and Nimra Bucha. Their specific roles have not yet been confirmed.When doesMs. Marvelpremiere?Marvel StudiosThe six-episodeseries starts streaming on June 8on Disney+. Given the rollout for previous Marvel series, it’s likely that new episodes will drop weekly.Will Ms. Marvel be inThe Marvelsmovie?Brie Larson, Teyonah Parris and Zawe Ashton.Getty (3)Thankfully, this isn’t the last we’ll see of Ms. Marvel. The character is slated to appear in the upcomingCaptain Marvelsequel titledThe Marvels. The film, which is set to release in early 2023,will star Khan as Ms. Marvel, Larson as Captain Marvel, Teyonah Parris asMonica Rambeau, andZawe Ashtoninan undisclosed role.
Iman Vellani inMs. Marvel.Photo: Marvel Studios
There’s a new superhero in town.On March 15, Disney+ shared the first trailer forits anticipated new series,Ms. Marvel, which centers around the MCU’s first on-screen Muslim superhero.The trailer introduces Kamala Khan, a Muslim American teenager from Jersey City who looks up to Captain Marvel (Brie Larson).Slated to take on the iconic character is newcomer Iman Vellani, who was originallyannounced to star in September 2020.Not only does it mark Vellani’s first-ever onscreen role, but she is alreadyset to star in another big MCU projectnext year. (Hint: it has to do with Captain Marvel!)As you get ready to dive into the next big MCU adventure, here’s everything you need to know about the show and its central superhero.Who is Ms. Marvel?Marvel StudiosMs. Marvel is the superhero alias of Kamala Khan, a Muslim American teenager from Jersey City who is a megafan of Captain Marvel. Kamala spends most of her life feeling like she doesn’t fit in until she makes the fascinating discovery that she has superpowers just like the heroes she looks up to.In the comics, Kamala is later revealed to be an Inhuman, “a race of humans descended from genetically-enhanced forebears who can manifest powers when exposed to a substance known as the Terrigen Mists,“perEntertainment Weekly.What are Ms. Marvel’s powers?Marvel StudiosAsEWnotes, in the comics, Kamala has superpowers similar to those of Ant-Man in that she can change the size of her body. She can also change the size of just one part of her body, including making a huge fist.However, the trailer seems to tease that Ms. Marvel’s powers will slightly differ in the live-action adaptation. Instead, Kamala’s powers are more similar to Doctor Strange’s, in that she is seen manipulating energy into blasts, forcefields, and stepping stones.How does Ms. Marvel connect to Captain Marvel?Marvel/ EverettIn the comics, Kamala actually assumes the mantle of Ms. Marvel from Carol Danvers.Danvers was originally referred to as Ms. Marvelwhen she first got powers in 1977, but she later becomes known as Captain Marvel.In the comics, Captain Marvel acts as a mentor for Ms. Marvel, and the two work together on several different projects over time.Who’s in the cast ofMs. Marvel?In addition to Vellani in the titular role, the cast also includes Aramis Knight, Saagar Shaikh, Rish Shah, Zenobia Shroff, Mohan Kapur, Matt Lintz, Yasmeen Fletcher, Laith Nakli, Azhar Usman, Travina Springer, and Nimra Bucha. Their specific roles have not yet been confirmed.When doesMs. Marvelpremiere?Marvel StudiosThe six-episodeseries starts streaming on June 8on Disney+. Given the rollout for previous Marvel series, it’s likely that new episodes will drop weekly.Will Ms. Marvel be inThe Marvelsmovie?Brie Larson, Teyonah Parris and Zawe Ashton.Getty (3)Thankfully, this isn’t the last we’ll see of Ms. Marvel. The character is slated to appear in the upcomingCaptain Marvelsequel titledThe Marvels. The film, which is set to release in early 2023,will star Khan as Ms. Marvel, Larson as Captain Marvel, Teyonah Parris asMonica Rambeau, andZawe Ashtoninan undisclosed role.
There’s a new superhero in town.
On March 15, Disney+ shared the first trailer forits anticipated new series,Ms. Marvel, which centers around the MCU’s first on-screen Muslim superhero.
The trailer introduces Kamala Khan, a Muslim American teenager from Jersey City who looks up to Captain Marvel (Brie Larson).
Slated to take on the iconic character is newcomer Iman Vellani, who was originallyannounced to star in September 2020.
Not only does it mark Vellani’s first-ever onscreen role, but she is alreadyset to star in another big MCU projectnext year. (Hint: it has to do with Captain Marvel!)
As you get ready to dive into the next big MCU adventure, here’s everything you need to know about the show and its central superhero.
Who is Ms. Marvel?
Marvel Studios
Ms. Marvel is the superhero alias of Kamala Khan, a Muslim American teenager from Jersey City who is a megafan of Captain Marvel. Kamala spends most of her life feeling like she doesn’t fit in until she makes the fascinating discovery that she has superpowers just like the heroes she looks up to.
In the comics, Kamala is later revealed to be an Inhuman, “a race of humans descended from genetically-enhanced forebears who can manifest powers when exposed to a substance known as the Terrigen Mists,“perEntertainment Weekly.
What are Ms. Marvel’s powers?
AsEWnotes, in the comics, Kamala has superpowers similar to those of Ant-Man in that she can change the size of her body. She can also change the size of just one part of her body, including making a huge fist.
However, the trailer seems to tease that Ms. Marvel’s powers will slightly differ in the live-action adaptation. Instead, Kamala’s powers are more similar to Doctor Strange’s, in that she is seen manipulating energy into blasts, forcefields, and stepping stones.
How does Ms. Marvel connect to Captain Marvel?
Marvel/ Everett
In the comics, Kamala actually assumes the mantle of Ms. Marvel from Carol Danvers.Danvers was originally referred to as Ms. Marvelwhen she first got powers in 1977, but she later becomes known as Captain Marvel.
In the comics, Captain Marvel acts as a mentor for Ms. Marvel, and the two work together on several different projects over time.
Who’s in the cast ofMs. Marvel?
In addition to Vellani in the titular role, the cast also includes Aramis Knight, Saagar Shaikh, Rish Shah, Zenobia Shroff, Mohan Kapur, Matt Lintz, Yasmeen Fletcher, Laith Nakli, Azhar Usman, Travina Springer, and Nimra Bucha. Their specific roles have not yet been confirmed.
When doesMs. Marvelpremiere?
The six-episodeseries starts streaming on June 8on Disney+. Given the rollout for previous Marvel series, it’s likely that new episodes will drop weekly.
Will Ms. Marvel be inThe Marvelsmovie?
Brie Larson, Teyonah Parris and Zawe Ashton.Getty (3)
Thankfully, this isn’t the last we’ll see of Ms. Marvel. The character is slated to appear in the upcomingCaptain Marvelsequel titledThe Marvels. The film, which is set to release in early 2023,will star Khan as Ms. Marvel, Larson as Captain Marvel, Teyonah Parris asMonica Rambeau, andZawe Ashtoninan undisclosed role.
source: people.com
