Anna Sawai Reflects on Missed 'Suicide Squad' Role Due to J-Pop Commitments

The 'Shōgun' star, Anna Sawai, shares her regret over missing the opportunity to audition for 'Suicide Squad' because of her contractual obligations with her J-Pop group, FAKY.

• Anna Sawai was unable to audition for the role of Katana in 'Suicide Squad' due to a binding contract with her J-Pop group, FAKY.
• Sawai expressed admiration for Karen Fukuhara, who eventually played Katana, praising her performance.
• Despite missing out on the role, Sawai has found success in other projects, including her acclaimed role in the series 'Shōgun'.
• The actress discussed the impact of this missed opportunity on her career trajectory during an appearance on The Hollywood Reporter's Awards Chatter podcast.
• Potential future roles for Sawai include characters like Cheshire, Doctor Light, and Lady Shiva, as suggested by industry insiders.

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