Marvel Studios’ Black Panther: Wakanda Forever hits theaters around the world this week, and fans are thrilled with Angela Bassett’s performance. The actress entered the MCU in 2018 as Queen Ramonda of Wakanda and mother of Chadwick Boseman’s King T’Challa and Letitia Wright’s Princess Shuri.
Bassett reprized his role in the sequel, this time taking on a bigger role after King T’Challa was absent from the film following Boseman’s tragic passing in 2020. The official trailer alone showcased his emotional scenes. which created a buzz on social networks. Fans speculated that her performance could win an Oscar.
RELATED: “It’s worth continuing after we’re all gone”: Black Panther 3 already being discussed between Ryan Coogler and Kevin Feige despite not having recast King T’Challa
Black Panther 2’s Angela Bassett Talks Oscar Nomination Rumors
In his interview with Variety, Angela Bassett spoke about the rumors circulating regarding her performance and a pending Oscar award. She’s clearly surprised and honored, but the actress clarified things:
“You don’t do these kinds of projects for the rewards. I appreciate the buzz on it because I know it’s not really from those big superhero movie franchises.”
Based on her statement, she doesn’t expect any rewards because let’s face it, actors don’t usually join superhero movies to earn prestigious accolades. But, seeing her deliver an exemplary performance, fans campaigned for her Oscar nomination.
This isn’t the first time an MCU movie has been nominated for an Oscar. Black Panther was named Best Picture, and this could be the first time a Marvel cast member will have the honor of receiving an award for their performance in a superhero movie.
RELATED: ‘It was really traumatic’: Marvel Studios reportedly downplayed Black Panther star Letitia Wright’s serious injuries after actress nearly halted production over controversial views
Fans are praising Angela Bassett for her Oscar-worthy performance
Early scouting reviews have given fans the assurance of witnessing another epic hit show from Marvel Studios, and with it comes the exceptional delivery of the cast. Bassett has been well-liked by the other cast members, so it’s not impossible for her to win an award.
Fan reactions to Black Panther: Wakanda ForeverThe world premiere of lives up to early reviews. All we see now is a bright future for a Marvel movie to receive another top accolade. Check out what fans have to say on Twitter:
Omg Wakanda Forever was so good. Please return all prizes to Ms. Angela Bassett now.
— Virago-A-Go-Go at the polls🖖🏻🍩♓🐟🐇😷🕎💉💉💉💉 (@ViragoX) November 10, 2022
After watching Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, I hope Angela Bassett gets an Oscar. I thought the UN scene did it, but the dialogue scene in the throne room did it for me. She deserves an Oscar for that speech she gave to ______. Best Phase 4 movie and definitely top 5 MCU overall. pic.twitter.com/FZV2lp8aa6
— doja moo (@imacowigomoo) November 11, 2022
Angela Bassett’s performance as Queen Ramonda was worthy of an Oscar. #Wakandaforever pic.twitter.com/tgfj6L126G
— ❤️THE SCARLET RED❤️ (@THESCARLETRED1) November 11, 2022
Wow. I am speechless.
Ryan Coogler and company have done the impossible. The acting is out of this world. Angela Bassett – OSCAR WORTHY. This film is about heartbreak, revenge and much more. All emotions. I love that movie.
LONG LIVE KING X #WAKANDAFOREVER pic.twitter.com/vZzzPE1dlo
— Michael Bish (@MichaelBish_) November 11, 2022
Angela Bassett better get her Oscar.
That’s all I know!
#WakandaForever pic.twitter.com/OeKSiG10RK— MBali 💫 (@TheJessieWoo) November 11, 2022
The level of effort and hard work the cast and crew have put into bringing the long-awaited sequel to Black Panther to life will hopefully pay off at the box office. Cast members expressed their dedication to the film in honor of Boseman and his efforts to make this franchise possible.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is now playing in theaters around the world.
RELATED: ‘He didn’t care how long’: Letitia Wright reveals Chadwick Boseman didn’t like Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Script Being So Long
