“How could you keep this from me?”: The Marvels Kept Iman Vellani in the Dark for One Major Scene to Avoid Another Tom Holland Debacle

Iman Vellani was kept in the dark about a crucial scene in The Marvels to prevent a Tom Holland-style spoiler incident.

“How could you keep this from me?”: The Marvels Kept Iman Vellani in the Dark for One Major Scene to Avoid Another Tom Holland Debacle

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  • Iman Vellani was deliberately concealed from a crucial post-credits scene in The Marvels.
  • Iman Vellani revealed that the scene featuring Teyonah Parris' Monica Rambeau in the X-Men universe was strategically shot.
  • The move was made to avoid past spoilers that impacted movie experiences, as seen with incidents involving Tom Holland.
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In the ever-evolving Marvel Cinematic Universe, the art of secrecy takes center stage, weaving a tapestry of cinematic wonder. Iman Vellani, the rising star embodying Kamala Khan in The Marvels, found herself amid deliberate concealment.

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Iman Vellani as Kamala Khan/Ms. Marvel
Iman Vellani as Kamala Khan

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The strategy is reminiscent of past spoiler mishaps akin to Tom Holland. It aims to safeguard a vital scene, cloaked in mystery, until its cinematic unveiling. 

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Iman Vellani Was Kept Unaware Of The Marvels Post-Credits Scene

Iman Vellani as Ms. Marvel
Iman Vellani as Ms. Marvel. Credit: Marvel Studios

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In the intricate tapestry of Marvel Studios’ confidential maneuvers, Iman Vellani, the formidable talent embodies Kamala Khan in The Marvels. She found herself intentionally kept in the shadows regarding a pivotal post-credits scene.

This scene, a game-changer in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), introduced iconic characters, reshaping the landscape of the franchise. Vellani recently shared insights into the behind-the-scenes orchestration of this revelation.

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In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, she unveiled that the scene featuring Teyonah Parris’ Monica Rambeau in the X-Men universe was strategically shot. This happened during the film’s principal photography.

Even as a devoted MCU enthusiast. The 21-year-old confessed that the studio successfully concealed specific details from her, leading to an unexpected and exhilarating surprise. She stated,

“I knew they shot it, but I was expecting to see something else. And lo and behold, they kept the secret even from me. I literally jumped and had a heart attack on my bed when I watched it for the first time. I literally texted every single person we worked with, and I was like, ‘How could you keep this from me?’ But at least I got to experience it as a fan, which was so cool.”

The commitment to preserving the enchantment of storytelling is evident. A deliberate move to avoid the pitfalls of past spoilers that marred movie experiences, exemplified by incidents involving Tom Holland.

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Tom Holland Frequently Revealed Marvel Movie Spoilers Unintentionally

Tom Holland in Spiderman: No Way Home
Tom Holland in Spiderman: No Way Home

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In the Marvel Studios world, Holland, renowned for his charismatic Spider-Man portrayal, unwittingly earned the moniker of Spoiler King. Amidst his accolades, from rescuing Spider-Man to orchestrating the Sony-Marvel deal, Holland’s inadvertent talent for spoilers stands out.

While credited for numerous achievements, being the official Spoiler King is a title he’d rather disown. Yet, regardless of the magnitude of his blunders, they’ve morphed into iconic moments.

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Holland, revealing his fate in Infinity War on Jimmy Kimmel Live! showcases his unstoppable tendency to divulge studio-guarded secrets.

During an Avengers: Infinity War promotion of the show, the cast, including Robert Downey Jr., Pom Klementieff, Zoe Saldana, and Paul Bettany, discussed the studio’s strategy of issuing fake scripts to thwart leaks. They humorously highlighted Holland’s spoiler tendencies, ensuring he’s never left alone for interviews. 

Despite these precautions, Holland animatedly shared his suspicion of reading “fake scripts”, inadvertently unveiling Spidey’s space-bound destiny. Another leak, involving Benedict Cumberbatch and discussions about the Quantum Realm, hinted at Endgame’s plot.

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Though Cumberbatch attempted to downplay it, sharp MCU fans deduced that the Quantum Realm teased in Ant-Man would play a pivotal role in undoing Thanos’ Snap. This unintentional trend has seamlessly integrated into the humorous and expected fabric of Holland’s public engagements.

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Written by Muskan Chaudhary

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Muskan Chaudhary, Junior Content Writer at Fandom wire. Having completed her degree in Commerce, she has written over 500 articles spanning FandomWire and Animated Times in the pop culture. She is dedicated to bring the latest and informative content from the entertainment world, thus expanding her knowledge in the field. Apart from her contributions to FandamWire, she has a keen interest in video games, sketching and playing tennis.