KATHMANDU: Marvel enthusiasts, buckle up for the next blockbuster installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe! Marvel Studios officially revealed ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ this week, with an amazing roster of 26 legendary superheroes.

The excitement has skyrocketed, especially with the confirmation that Robert Downey Jr. will be returning to the MCU as Iron Man! The studio has revealed the full cast for this highly anticipated film, set to hit theaters in May 2026. Production is set to begin this week, and the announcement was made via Instagram Live on Wednesday, sending shockwaves across the fandom.

Returning to their legendary roles, Chris Hemsworth will once again wield Mjölnir as Thor, while Anthony Mackie takes on the mantle of Captain America. The film will also feature Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes, Paul Rudd as Ant-Man, and Tom Hiddleston reprising his cult classic character in Loki. And the biggest one? The X-Men are finally joining the Avengers!
Five X-Men characters have been said to be featured in Avengers: Doomsday in a huge MCU crossover moment, as per news. If the film follows the Marvel Comics storyline, Robert Downey Jr.’s return could take an unexpected turn—he might just be the most dangerous supervillain of them all!

Adding even more firepower, Vanessa Kirby, who is set to portray Sue Storm (Invisible Woman) in this July’s Fantastic Four: First Steps, is confirmed to be part of Avengers: Doomsday. Joining her is Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards (Mr. Fantastic). Fans will also see characters from Shang-Chi, Black Panther, and Thunderbolts making an appearance.

However, there’s one downside that has left fans slightly disappointed. While Avengers: Doomsday boasts an epic cast, some major names are missing—including Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine, Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool, and even Tom Holland’s Spider-Man! Their absence has raised speculation, but given Marvel’s track record, are there still going to be some surprises up their sleeves?
With Avengers: Doomsday being the fifth installment in the Avengers franchise, and the first since Avengers: Endgame in 2019, anticipation couldn’t be higher. One thing is certain—the MCU is building towards something legend!