Jonathan Majors, the actor set to play Kang the Conqueror in the upcoming Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, has recently spoken out about the abysmal reviews the film has been receiving from critics. Despite not having been released yet, early reactions to the newest installment in the Ant-Man franchise have been mostly negative, with some calling it one of the worst Marvel movies to date. Majors, however, seems undeterred by the negative buzz, stating that he is excited for audiences to see the film.
In a recent interview with Collider, Majors addressed the mixed reaction to the film, saying, “I think that’s par for the course in this day and age. Everyone has a take, and that’s what keeps the conversation going.” He went on to express his enthusiasm for his role as Kang, a notorious Marvel villain who has been teased as the main antagonist of Quantumania, saying, “I’m just excited for people to see the new directions that this story is taking.”
Majors has been generating a lot of buzz in the entertainment world lately, with his recent performance in the critically acclaimed HBO series Lovecraft Country earning him widespread praise. His casting as Kang in Quantumania has only added to the anticipation for the film, which is set to explore the mysterious and complex world of the quantum realm.
Despite the lukewarm reception to early footage and leaked information about the film, Majors seems to have confidence in director Peyton Reed and the overall vision for the project. “I think Peyton [Reed] is doing an incredible job of leading this thing into a new direction, and I’m just excited to be a part of it,” he said.
One factor that may be contributing to the negative reviews of Quantumania is the high expectations set by its predecessors. The first Ant-Man film was a surprise hit back in 2015, charming audiences with its humor and inventive action sequences. Its 2018 sequel, Ant-Man and the Wasp, was similarly well-received, with many praising its female-led cast and lighthearted tone. However, with the Marvel Cinematic Universe now comprising over two dozen films, it can be difficult for the franchise to continue to innovate and surprise audiences.
Despite the inevitable comparisons to its predecessors, Majors seems optimistic that Quantumania will bring something new and exciting to the table. “It’s definitely going to be different from what audiences have seen before,” he teased in the Collider interview. “I think people are really going to be blown away by it.”
It remains to be seen whether Majors’ confidence in the film will prove to be well-founded, but one thing is certain: his portrayal of Kang is sure to be a highlight of the movie. The character, who is known for his time-traveling abilities and megalomaniacal tendencies, is a formidable opponent for Ant-Man and the Wasp, and is sure to create plenty of tension and excitement.
As for the critical reaction to the film, Majors seems unconcerned. “At the end of the day, it’s all subjective,” he said. “What people like and what they don’t like is totally up to them.” He went on to emphasize the importance of creating art and telling stories that resonate with audiences, saying, “We’re all just trying to make something that people enjoy and connect with.”
Regardless of how Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania ultimately performs at the box office or with critics, it’s clear that Jonathan Majors is excited to be a part of the ever-expanding Marvel universe. His talent and charisma have already made him a rising star in Hollywood, and his performance as Kang is sure to cement his status as one of the most exciting actors of his generation. Ultimately, whether or not Quantumania lives up to its predecessors or the hype surrounding it, it’s clear that Majors is someone to watch in the years to come.