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After a decade, the highest-grossing film in the DC Extended Universe, Aquaman, is set to return with a new installment, featuring the comeback of almost all key faces from the first installment.
How will this return bring about an impressive new look for one of the most dazzling casts in the DC cinematic universe?
Jason Momoa - Aquaman
In the first installment, Jason Momoa's portrayal of Aquaman - Arthur Curry left a lasting impression on audiences with his muscular, rugged appearance. The film depicted Aquaman's journey from childhood to becoming a mature, powerful man, embracing the destiny of a king, a superhero. Jason Momoa perfectly embodied the Aquaman persona.
Moreover, the depiction of the 'king of the sea' with his impressive suit and the iconic trident of Aquaman also resonated strongly with audiences.
In the new installment, 'Aquaman' will still return with the regal image of a king. In the revealed images, Jason Momoa's Aquaman even appears more rugged after 5 years.
A new suit for Aquaman has also been unveiled right from the start of filming, promising an even more interesting transformation for the character.
But what excites audiences the most about Aquaman after 5 years is... the image of him as a diaper-changing dad. In the trailers revealed, the mighty king of the seas also has to deal with the responsibilities of fatherhood, bringing a completely new aspect to this character.
Patrick Wilson - Orm
In the first installment, Patrick Wilson appeared as the king Orm - the one standing at both ends of the battlefield of Aquaman, aiming to rule the throne of Atlantis. Wilson portrayed the essence, determination, and power of the antagonist Orm to perfection.
After the events of the first installment, Orm was defeated in the battle with Aquaman and imprisoned. However, in the second installment, Orm will return and continue to play a key role in the film alongside Aquaman's brother. No longer a villain, Orm will have a humorous, intriguing love-hate relationship with his younger brother Aquaman.
No longer portraying the image of a warrior king, Patrick Wilson brings a much more approachable, 'righteous' Orm compared to the first installment, promising to captivate audiences with a fresh allure.
Amber Heard
Appearing in the first installment, Amber Heard's portrayal of the red-haired Mera captivated audiences with her arguably 'flawless' beauty. Her beautiful face, fair skin, and fiery figure helped Amber Heard bring to the screen one of the most beloved female leads in the DC universe, garnering much praise at the time.
According to reports, Amber Heard will still appear in the new installment as Mera. However, the character's appearance and screen time in the new installment are being kept under wraps.
Nicole Kidman
In Aquaman, Australian actress Nicole Kidman portrays Atlanna, the queen of the sea. She has a love affair with a lighthouse keeper, subsequently giving birth to Arthur Curry - Aquaman. Kidman's beautiful appearance as Atlanna, with her golden hair, also became a topic of discussion and praise upon the release of Aquaman.
In the teaser trailer for the upcoming Aquaman sequel, Nicole Kidman only makes brief appearances. However, Kidman will still play a crucial role that cannot be replaced in the storyline of Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom.
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II
From a supporting character in the first installment, Yahya Abdul Mateen-II's Black Manta will become the main antagonist of the second installment. Black Manta harbors a grudge against Aquaman after his father's death, once allied with Orm for revenge but failed.
Through the revealed images in the trailer, Black Manta will return with a more powerful, menacing image, worthy of becoming Aquaman's counterpart. Finding the Black Trident possessing dark power, Black Manta's ruthless ambition makes him even more powerful and terrifying. Black Manta's vendetta will force the 'king of the sea' to do everything to protect his family.
AQUAMAN AND THE LOST KINGDOM - Vietnamese title: AQUAMAN VÀ VƯƠNG QUỐC THẤT LẠC - scheduled to release on 12/22/2023 in various formats including 2D, 3D, IMAX 3D, 4DX, Screen X.
