First Look at Daniel Kaluuya’s Deleted Black Panther 2 Role (Photo)

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever featured the return of many MCU characters, but the absence of a key Wakandan played by Daniel Kaluuya was apparent. Now, a special look at the scrapped design of Kaluuya's W'Kabi has been revealed via new concept art.

Ahead of Black Panther 2's premiere last year, Kaluuya confirmed that he would not return in the sequel due to scheduling conflicts. The Nope actor shared that he's at peace that he didn't come back, noting that "it's what's best for the story, what's best for the film."

Black Panther 2 director Ryan Coogler explained that W'Kabi is "basically banished," with the sequel addressing his disappearance with "one line that refers to him still being alive."

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