Denzel Washington attends the ‘Gladiator II’ Paris Special Screening at Pathé Palace on November 10, 2024 in Paris, France | Photo Credit: Christy Sparrow

Denzel Washington is ready to join in black panther Universe. The legendary actor is currently promoting his role in Ridley Scott’s upcoming film gladiator 2revealed that he will appear in black panther 3Director Ryan Coogler wrote a role especially for him.

During an interview obtained by deadlineThe two-time Academy Award winner was asked about any concerns he has about his career, especially his involvement in blockbuster films. gladiator 2Washington responded candidly, saying that at this stage of his career, his focus is on working with top-tier filmmakers and finding roles that challenge him in new ways.

“At this stage of my career, I’m only interested in working with the best. I don’t know how many more films I’m going to make, maybe not that many. I want to do things that I haven’t done.” Done,” Washington said. He continued to share his upcoming projects, revealing that he’ll be playing Othello at age 70, playing Hannibal, and even starring in a future film from director Steve McQueen. Will also cooperate with.

However, this was his comment black panther 3 Which attracted the most attention. Washington said, “After that, Ryan Coogler is writing a part for me in the next Black Panther. After that I am going to do a film. othelloAfter that, I’m going to King Lear. After that I will retire.”

Washington ended the statement with a smile and a peace sign, signaling his eventual retirement after these major projects. At present, very little information has been revealed about Disha. black panther 3which will follow massive success Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022).

second film in black panther The series grossed over US$850 million globally, a major milestone for the franchise in the wake of the tragic death of original lead actor Chadwick Boseman. Although the story of the third installment is under wraps, Washington’s announcement has raised excitement among fans, who are curious to see how the actor will fit into it black panther World.

It would also mark a reunion between Washington and Coogler, who previously worked together on the critically acclaimed film Fruitvale Station (2013). Meanwhile, Washington is set to return to theaters this Friday gladiator 2Behind which his collaboration with director Ridley Scott continues American Gangster (2007). Washington also reunited with director Spike Lee this year high and lowA new English language version of Akira Kurosawa’s 1963 thriller is set to be released by A24.