Entering the Marvel Cinematic Universe is a huge step for any actor, and with the reputation the franchise has, it is not surprising that many young and upcoming actors are looking to make their big break in the industry here. Marvel has been creating new and exciting projects to move the franchise along after Avengers: Endgame. One of those projects happens to be the series, Ms. Marvel. Captain Marvel made her long-awaited debut in 2019 and this extension of the “Marvel” universe should be a must-watch for any MCU fan.
The show follows a young girl named Kamala, played by Iman Vellani, who feels like she does not fit in, like an outsider. With her undying love for superheroes in full force, Kamala is shocked to see herself acquire the powers she has long admired and the task of becoming a hero herself. This new generation of Marvel heroes is like a breath of fresh air. With the new film, The Marvels coming to the big screen later this year, let’s check out the cast of Ms. Marvel and where you may have seen the cast before.
Iman Vellani
At just 20 years old, the star of Ms. Marvel, Iman Vellani, has taken the Marvel entertainment world by storm. As much as MCU loves to bring in every big-name actor into its cinematic universe like a weird rite of passage, the introduction of new and upcoming talent is just as refreshing for the franchise.
Vellani makes her acting debut as the star of Ms. Marvel and she could not be more perfect. Although we don’t get material prior to the release of the Marvel series, it is time to look out for the future projects including The Marvels, Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, and Avengers: Secret Wars.
Yasmeen Fletcher
With such a young cast of breakout actors and actresses, it is wild that so many of them have been able to pull of such fantastic performances with seemingly little experience. Yasmeen Fletcher plays Nakia Bahadir in Ms. Marvel. However, prior to the 2022 series, Fletcher had roles in other projects including the comedic indie film Ham on Rye in 2019, the Disney Channel film Upside-Down Magic in 2020, as well as the 2021 film Let Us In.
Matt Lintz
Even in such a short span of time in the business for this young actor, Matt Lintz‘s role as Bruno definitely did its job. Lintz has a very impressive resume as an actor. If he looked a little familiar to you when you watch Ms. Marvel for the first time, here’s why. Lintz is probably best known for his role as Henry in the hit AMC show The Walking Dead as well as in films like Pixels in 2015 and 2011’s A Cinderella Story: Once Upon a Song starring Lucy Hale.
Mehwish Hayat
Mehwish Hayat is a Pakistani actress who plays Aisha in Ms. Marvel. Every project could use a seasoned professional to keep everything tied together, and Hayat has the credentials for it. With her specialty in TV and Urdu films, you may have seen Hayat in the 2017 romcom Punjab Nahi Jaungi as Amal, in the 2016 romance film Actor in Law, or even in her film debut as Marina in 2015’s Jawani Phir Nahi Ani.
Fawad Khan
Fawad Khan is a highly decorated Pakistani actor, writer, producer, and singer that graced our screens as Hasan in Ms. Marvel. Prior to his role in the MCU, Khan made his acting debut in the 2001 sitcom Jutt and Bond. Since then, he has also played parts in other projects including the romance series Zindagi Gulzar Hai, the drama Humsafar, and 2022’s action film The Legend of Maula Jatt.
Mohan Kapoor
Culture and representation are obviously important messages in this series and having diversity in the cast is the first step in that. Mohan Kapoor is an Indian actor who works mostly in Hindi entertainment. He played Dr. Anand Malhotra in the drama Savitri Devi College & Hospital, Abhay Bhatnagar in 2021’s Squad, and of course, Yusuf Khan in Ms. Marvel.
Rish Shah
Rish Shah plays Kamran in the Marvel series. Although a young actor in the beginning of his career still, you might recognize him from his other projects. He has appeared in the 2022 film Do Revenge, starred as Varun in the romantic comedy India Sweets and Spices, and plays Jay Farrow in the Netflix thriller series Obsession.
Laurel Marsden
Laurel Marsden is just one of the rising young stars to come from Ms. Marvel. The show, much like any Marvel project, can act like a stepping stone in an actor’s career. Marsden plays Zoe Zimmer in the series and Kara in the 2020 thriller series Survive. If you are curious about her more recent projects, Marsden stars as Amy in the new horror film The Pope’s Exorcist.
Alysia Reiner
Alysia Reiner is an actress that many of us recognize. When she appeared as Sadie in Ms. Marvel, we knew that we knew her from somewhere. From her role as Natalie Figueroa in the iconic Netflix drama series Orange is the New Black to her starring role as Tina in comedy film Egg, Reiner is the kind of actress that really understands an assignment. Also in her resume are The Vicious Kind in 2009, 2016’s Equity, and So Cold the River in 2022.
Farhan Akhtar
Farhan Akhtar is an Indian actor and Hindi film star. In Ms. Marvel, he plays the character Waleed. Akhtar is a seasoned actor, writer, producer, and director that has a filmography to back up his talents. With countless projects in his back pocket to pull experience from, Akhtar is a face you might have recognized before if you are familiar with Hindi films and entertainment. Some of those projects include Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara where he plays Imraan, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag where he stars as Milkha, and in Toofan as Ajju.
Zenobia Shroff
Zenobia Shroff is a wonderful actress to recognize. She plays Muneeba Khan in Ms. Marvel. However, you might also recognize her as Sharmeen in the romantic comedy The Big Sick, Rita’s mom in the 2021 romcom 7 Days, and even as Roxanne in the 2008 film Little Zizou.
This story originally appeared on Movieweb
