United News of Bangladesh

Robert Pattinson has expressed his reluctance to portray an older version of Batman as the long-awaited sequel faces further delays.  The actor, who starred in Matt Reeves’ 2022 blockbuster “The Batman”, recently discussed the sequel’s status while speaking with his “Mickey 17” co-star Naomi Ackie for Hero magazine, according to The Hollywood Reporter.  When asked if he would be reprising his role soon, Pattinson joked, “I bloody hope so. I started as young Batman, and I’ll be an old Batman by the time the sequel comes out.”  The Twilight star, now 38, added, “I’m old—but healthier. I think I’ve actually reversed my biological age a little.”  DC Studios faces uncertainty with Batman franchise, Penguin series The sequel has been in development for some time, with production set to begin in late 2025. After multiple delays, it is now scheduled for release in October 2027.  While it is not part of James Gunn and Peter Safran’s restructured DC Universe, Gunn explained that the postponement was due to Reeves refining the script.  “Matt is dedicated to making the best film possible, and no one can predict how long writing will take,” Gunn stated on Threads last December. He added that once the script is finalised, major films require about two years for pre-production, filming, and post-production.  Despite disappointing some fans, Gunn defended the delay, saying, “A five-year gap or more is quite common for sequels.”  Following its 2022 release, “The Batman” was both a critical and commercial success, grossing over $772 million worldwide.

A person working on “The Batman” production has tested positive for COVID-19, forcing the authorities concerned to suspend UK shoot.