Frenemies Forever? Reynolds Shuts Down Wolverine Casting Rumors, Praises Jackman
In a hilarious turn of events, Ryan Reynolds has reignited the friendly feud (or is it a love-hate bromance?) with Hugh Jackman. During a recent interview promoting his upcoming movie with Jackman, ‘Deadpool & Wolverine,’ Reynolds shut down any speculation about him taking over the Wolverine mantle.
Reynolds, known for his sharp wit and internet trolling skills, has a long-standing “rivalry” with Jackman, often poking fun at the actor’s portrayal of Wolverine. However, during a Berlin fan event for their new film, Reynolds surprised everyone with a heartfelt tribute to his co-star.
“There’s Only One Wolverine” When asked about the possibility of him ever playing Wolverine, Reynolds declared, “There’s only been one Wolverine, the reason is no one can do it except [Hugh Jackman].” He went on to praise Jackman’s dedication to the character, stating, “The fact that he said ‘yes’ and that he wanted to do this was…well”—here, Reynolds playfully inserted a signature Deadpool quip—”it was probably the greatest Christmas miracle since, well, since you guys invented Santa Claus.”
Despite the speculation, there’s no indication that Hugh Jackman is ready to hang up his Wolverine claws anytime soon. In fact, ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ sees the two characters teaming up for an adventure, much to the delight of fans. Whether this is a one-time reunion or the beginning of a beautiful (and violent) partnership remains to be seen.
So, is this the end of the Wolverine casting rumours? Probably not. But one thing’s for sure: Reynolds’ comments have sparked a hilarious debate online and solidified the undeniable chemistry between him and Jackman. With ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ hitting theatres soon, fans can prepare for a laugh-out-loud adventure (and maybe a few winks to the audience about the whole Wolverine casting situation).