Oscar-nominee Timothee Chalamet has given several captivating performances throughout his Hollywood career and has established himself as one of the most talented actors of his generation. And seems like his fans are now wishing to see the actor taking the screen as a superhero. Fans have been anticipating the cast of the movies under James Gunn’s new DCU, which also includes a Batman project titled The Brave and the Bold.
While the studio has not said much about its cast and its plot, there have been assumptions that the movie could feature Nightwing alongside the DC superhero. And fans are looking forward to seeing the Dune star in the upcoming Batman movie.
Fans Wish to See Timothee Chalamet as Nightwing in DCU
After giving spectacular performances in Dune and Little Women, fans now want to see the 27-year-old actor Timothee Chalamet as a superhero in DC Universe. Following James Gunn’s plans for a Batman movie under the new DCU, fans have been anticipating seeing the actor as the DC superhero.
Several fans arts have shared a glimpse of Chalamet as Dick Grayson, aka Nightwing. They show him donning the emblematic attire and assuming the mantle of the crime-fighting superhero in Gunn’s new superhero lineup in the first chapter of the cinematic universe. Fans expect him to feature in DC’s The Brave and The Bold, which will follow Batman and his son, Damian Wayne.
The possible appearance of Nightwing has been fueled by the potential presence of the Bat-family in the movie. While the studio has not officially confirmed anything regarding the character or actor’s presence, rumors on social media have started taking high. However, the industry insider, Daniel Richman recently debunked such rumors on Twitter.
Industry Insider Debunked Nightwing Casting Rumor
Following fan casting of Timothee Chalamet in the DCU, rumors have started roaming on social media about the actor’s potential casting in the superhero franchise. Fans have shared their excitement to see Tom Holland’s great friend joining the longtime rival of his superhero franchise.
Several fan arts have depicted him as Nightwing, but a new rumor recently started circulating on Twitter, stating that the Wonka star is rumored to star as Robin in the upcoming Batman movie. While his fans seem excited with the news, industry insider, Daniel Richtman, has debunked the rumor with a tweet, saying, “No. Not True. Fake News.”
The release date of The Brave and the Bold has not been revealed yet.
Source: Daniel Richtman via Twitter
