Xolo Maridueña says he returns to the DC universe with a role connected to the upcoming “Superman” sequel, “Man of Tomorrow,” after receiving a surprise call from DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn. Maridueña adds that he was initially unsure whether his character, Blue Beetle, would come back following his 2023 film debut. He says he learned about the comeback while he was traveling in Japan and that “nobody knew anything” at the time.
Across outlets, Maridueña’s remarks focus on uncertainty around how directly Blue Beetle will be involved in the sequel. ComingSoon.net reports that when asked about suiting up again as Blue Beetle for “Man of Tomorrow,” he responds in a way that leaves details open for interpretation. Variety similarly highlights that the actor did not expect a return until Gunn contacted him, portraying the news as unexpected and positioning his comments as a sign of his excitement rather than a clear confirmation of the character’s appearance.
Both sources agree that Gunn’s call is the key event that changes Maridueña’s expectations and sets up his involvement in the forthcoming Superman story.
