After a lengthy wait, Farhan Akhtar’s first look from Ms Marvel has finally been released. The first episode of the Disney+ show, which follows a Pakistani-origin girl in the United States who gains superpowers, premiered on Wednesday, June 8. Meanwhile, Disney+ Hotstar teased the first look of Farhan from the programme in a teaser.
Farhan is seen in the teaser wearing a robe with yellow and red hues. He also has a full-grown beard and hair that is mid-shoulder length. His character is seen teaching wisdom to Kamala Khan, played by Iman Vellani. “What you seek is seeking you,” he says, which is repeated in the next scene. The Weeknd’s song Blinding Lights was used in the new video, which also featured the young superhero in action sequences and busting some dance moves in an ethnic attire.
Farhan’s fans were overjoyed to see him in the Marvel series after such a long absence. As one person put it, “”Damn, finally,” one person said, while another added, “Man!!!” Finally, you were shown on television. I was dreading the start of the series. Kamala is one of my all-time favourite characters.” “Can’t wait to see you,” wrote a third.
The rest of Farhan’s character’s details have remained a mystery. Ms Marvel writer-producer Sana Amanat told ETimes about it when questioned about it “I can’t disclose much about Farhan Akhtar’s character, but I will say that it is fantastic! We adore Farhan, and it’s a thrilling prospect.”
Farhan had conveyed his gratitude to the show’s creators in a tweet a day before the premiere of the first episode. He penned, “This article is dedicated to the creators, directors, and all those who worked behind and in front of the camera to make Ms Marvel what it is. It’s in honour of Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, who guided me through the project during my days of work on it. It’s a Marvel fan’s appreciation. I’m honoured to be a part of their mindful diversity. This event is a celebration of diversity, and it will undoubtedly provide joy and self-identity pride to millions of young Indian girls and boys.”
Ms Marvel follows Kamala Khan, an Avengers fan who realises she, too, possesses superhuman abilities. She is the first Muslim teen superhero in Marvel’s history. The show’s debut episode was launched on June 8, and subsequent episodes will be released on a weekly basis.
