Black Panther Wakanda Forever: Shuri and Okoye’s first looks revealed; fans have mixed reactions

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After being in production for years, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever will release in a matter of months.

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There is much curiosity around the second film, especially since the tragic passing of lead actor Chadwick Boseman in 2020 as viewers have been wondering how Marvel would carry the legacy forward.

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While the trailer is yet to arrive, the first two photos of key characters seems to have arrived, via packaging for a soft drink brand.

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The packaging gives a first look at Black Panther’s sister Shuri, played by Letitia Wright and loyal guard, Okoye (Danai Gurira).

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In the photos, Shuri is clad in a purple suit and with a new haircut, while Okoye sticks to her original appearances that she has made in the last three Marvel films.

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However, fans have mixed reactions to the photos, with some missing Chadwick Boseman and agreeing that no one could fill his shoes.

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