Black Panther 3 Rumors Address Casting of Denzel Washington and Potential T’Challa Recast

Producer Nate Moore and actress Lupita Nyong’o comment on speculation about Denzel Washington’s involvement and the future of T’Challa in the Marvel sequel.

Marvel producer Nate Moore confirmed that discussions about Denzel Washington joining Black Panther 3 are in very early stages, as Ryan Coogler has not yet finalized the film’s creative direction.
Denzel Washington previously revealed in November 2024 that Coogler was writing a role for him in the upcoming Black Panther sequel, but no official casting decisions have been made.
Lupita Nyong’o, who plays Nakia, stated she does not concern herself with speculation, emphasizing that she awaits official updates from Ryan Coogler regarding the film's direction.
Reports of Marvel considering a recast for T’Challa, previously portrayed by the late Chadwick Boseman, have been denied by producer Nate Moore, who described the film as still being in early development.
Black Panther 3 has no announced release date yet, with Ryan Coogler currently focused on completing his upcoming film, Sinners, which is set to release this April.