“No one ever really says anything to you on the set”: Kang Actor Jonathan Majors Says His Co-Stars Were Afraid of Him on His MCU Debut With Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania

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Marvel Cinematic Universe’s recent creation, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, has been released this week. One of the most exciting debuts in the movie is Jonathan Majors’ portrayal of Kang the Conqueror, an iconic villain. In a recent interview with The Project, Jonathan Majors and Paul Rudd shared their experience playing Kang and Ant-Man.

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Jonathan Majors with Paul Rudd
Jonathan Majors with Paul Rudd

The Fun of Playing Kang

In a recent interview with The Project, Jonathan Majors spoke about his experience playing Kang. When asked if playing the baddie of MCU was fun, Majors expressed that it certainly was an exciting and fun experience. He revealed that the character had no inhibitions, and he could do anything he wanted to get what he desired.

“yeah, absolutely. No holds barred and you can do what you want, when you want to get what you want, so that’s a lot of fun.”

Jonathan Majors as Kang
Jonathan Majors as Kang

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Majors jokingly added that everyone was afraid of him and his character, which is why they kept their distance and never said anything to him and his character which gave him freedom.

“no one ever really says anything to you on set because they are afraid. Which gives you a lot of freedom. So, yeah, it’s a good time”
Jonathan Majors joked that his co-stars were afraid of him. He explained that everyone saw him as Kang, the biggest villain in the MCU at the moment. His comments add to the excitement surrounding the character and the film’s release. Fans cannot wait to see how Kang’s story unfolds in the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

The Underestimated Ant-Man

During the interview, Paul Rudd, who plays Ant-Man in the movie, was asked if he still felt that his character was underestimated. In response, Rudd acknowledged Majors’ talent and the tough role he was playing. He also humorously mentioned that no one would overestimate him and his abilities standing next to Majors. Paul said-

“I don’t think anyone would overestimate me and my abilities standing next to this guy [Jonathan Majors] and how tough he is and also the role he is playing.”

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Kang the Conqueror has been one of the most anticipated debuts in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and Jonathan Majors’ performance did not disappoint. He brought the character to life on the big screen, and fans are excited to see how he fits into the future of the MCU. Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania is sure to be a thrilling addition to the franchise.

Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania

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Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania is out in theatres, and Jonathan Majors’ portrayal of Kang the Conqueror has been a standout performance. The film promises to be an action-packed addition to the MCU, and fans are eager to see how it all unfolds.

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