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Florence Pugh Performs Record-Breaking Stunt for Marvel’s Thunderbolts

Pugh's leap from the world’s second-tallest building, Merdeka 118, overcame Marvel Studios' initial safety concerns, setting a bold precedent for actor-driven stunts in blockbuster filmmaking.

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Florence Pugh in 'Thunderbolts*.'
Florence Pugh

Overview

  • Florence Pugh successfully performed a high-risk jump from the 2,722-foot Merdeka 118 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, for the opening sequence of Marvel’s Thunderbolts.
  • Marvel Studios initially resisted allowing the stunt due to insurance concerns, but Pugh's persistent advocacy convinced them to proceed.
  • The stunt, envisioned as both a cinematic spectacle and a promotional strategy, aligns with Marvel’s push for practical effects and record-breaking moments to reignite audience interest.
  • Pugh described the intense mental and physical toll of the feat, including a three-hour recovery nap after completing multiple takes of the jump.
  • Thunderbolts, featuring an ensemble cast of antiheroes, is set to premiere on May 2, 2025, with the daring stunt serving as a key promotional highlight.