Rahul Kohli says he nonetheless thinks about how he was handed over for Pedro Pascal in the MCU’s The Fantastic Four.

When the solid of subsequent yr’s The Fantastic Four was introduced, lots of people – together with our readers – have been left underwhelmed. One choice that didn’t push a lot curiosity was Pedro Pascal, who was solid as Reed Richards aka Mister Fantastic. We all love Pascal however one does must surprise what someone else may do with the function; and definitely there have been a variety of different names that have been both thought-about or needed it. One in the latter camp is Rahul Kohli, higher recognized for TV work for Mike Flanagan.

Rahul Kohli just lately recalled being handed over for one of many lead roles in The Fantastic Four, saying it represents the place he’s in his profession. “I don’t know if I’m allowed to talk about it but I didn’t get it, is the important thing. But on good days, I see the Constantine. It will flare up once and again. And, I love all of them. On good days, you’re like, ‘Man, I’m wanted!’ People really want to see. You’re the guy that people will shout out for anything.” At the identical time, he added, “On bad days, ‘It’s a reminder that you’re not the guy. You’re not there. These are the roles you’ll never get.’ So, it’s sweet and it’s perspective. It’s how you feel about yourself.”

Rahul Kohli has little or no film expertise however has made his mark on the small display by way of comedian adaptation iZombie, horror collection The Haunting of Bly Manor and The Fall of the House of Usher, and Hulu’s Death and Other Details. No doubt his time is coming however it nonetheless have to be powerful to have misplaced out to a longtime identify comparable to Pedro Pascal.

But a premiere identify is precisely what Marvel wants as they give the impression of being to revive confidence in their fanbase forward of Phase Six, which can launch with The Fantastic Four. Rounding out the titular superheroes are Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm / Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm / Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm / The Thing. Javier Bardem is reportedly in talks to play Galactus.

How do you assume Rahul Kohli would have finished as Reed Richards in The Fantastic Four? Was this a missed alternative from Marvel or is Pedro Pascal a better option? Chime in along with your ideas under.