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Lupita to feature in Black Panther sequel set to begin filming in 2021

L-R: Cynthia Erivo, Letitia with Chadwick in 2018 and Lupita Nyong'o.

The sequel to Black Panther will start filming in 2021, one year after the shock death of iconic original star Chadwick Boseman. The Hollywood Reporter has stated the sequel will commence filming in July 2021 – with cameras expected to roll for six months while the blockbuster is filmed. Original writer and director, Ryan Coogler, is expected to return for the follow up to the 2018 film – with stars Letitia Wright, Lupita Nyong’o, Winston Duke and Angela Bassett also expected to return.

Meanwhile, Narcos: Mexico star Tenoch Huerta is reported to be joining the cast as the villain of the billion-dollar film franchise.

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