Dave Bautista Open to New Marvel Role but Rules Out Returning as Drax

The actor has expressed interest in playing a different character in the Marvel or DC universes after concluding his journey as Drax in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.

Dave Bautista has confirmed he will not reprise his role as Drax the Destroyer, considering the character's story complete after Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
Bautista stated he would only consider playing Drax again if James Gunn, now co-head of DC Studios, were involved—a scenario he acknowledges is highly unlikely.
The actor has reached out to both James Gunn and the Russo Brothers to express his interest in playing a new character in either the Marvel or DC cinematic universes.
Bautista has voiced a desire to take on deeper and more dramatic roles, particularly as an ominous villain, within the superhero genre.
Speculation from fans and media suggests potential roles for Bautista in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, though no official casting decisions have been announced.