Exciting news for ‘Star Wars‘ fans as Brendan Wayne, one of the actors involved in ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu,’ confirms the return of Pedro Pascal as Din Djarin, ensuring that the iconic character will continue to be portrayed by the talented actor.
Despite swirling rumors suggesting Pascal’s departure from the franchise, the actor himself expressed his commitment to the role, affirming his dedication to ‘Star Wars‘ as long as there are stories to tell. Pascal even shared the announcement of the film on his Instagram, indicating his continued involvement in the beloved series.
In an interview with ScreenRant, Wayne dismissed speculations about Pascal’s availability, emphasizing Lucasfilm’s efforts to accommodate the star’s schedule. He assured fans, stating, “Of course. Everyone’s so busy about it. It’s like, how about we just focus on the movie? It’s silly. Is he busy? Does he have a bunch of projects? Of course. Will they work around his schedule? Yes.”
While Pascal has lent his voice to Din Djarin throughout the series, the character’s physical presence on set has been minimal, given the necessity for another actor to don the armor. However, Pascal’s portrayal has been integral to bringing depth and emotion to the character, even with limited on-screen appearances.
Production for ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu‘ is set to commence in 2024, with an anticipated release date in 2026. Amidst other exciting projects in the ‘Star Wars‘ universe, including the ‘New Jedi Order‘ movie and the revival of ‘Rogue Squadron,’ fans can eagerly anticipate the continuation of Din Djarin’s journey alongside the adorable Grogu.
