STAR WARS: EPISODE IX Is Reportedly Looking To Cast A "Younger Charlize Theron" For A Supporting Role
We have some details on a new female supporting character that'll be making her way to the galaxy far, far away for J.J. Abrams' Star Wars: Episode IX. Check out the casting breakdown after the jump...
We've already reported on several new cast members that'll be joining J.J. Abrams' currently shooting Star Wars: Episode IX, but it looks like the production is still searching for a few more recruits.
That Hashtag Show has brought us word on a new female supporting character referred to as KARINA, who is described as "a younger Charlize Theron with street smarts and a sharp wit.” The studio is said to be looking for an actress 27-35 of any ethnicity with “a good sense of humor, solid comedic timing and a strong voice.”
Could this "Karina" turn out to be an established Expanded Universe/Legends character? There's been a lot of speculation that Mara Jade might be making an appearance, but we haven't had anything solid to go on yet.
In addition, THS reckons Lupita Nyong’o’s Maz Kanata will definitely return for Episode IX, but whether she'll have a substantial role or just a quick cameo like she did in The Last Jedi remains to be seen.
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