Tom Hiddleston, the beloved face of the God of Mischief, is officially back in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Unsurprisingly, fans across the globe couldn’t be more thrilled. After the emotional and symbolic ending of ‘Loki’ season 2, many believed Hiddleston had gracefully taken his final bow as the trickster god.
However, Marvel Studios had other plans. In a surprise announcement that lit the internet on fire, Hiddleston was confirmed as part of the cast for ‘Avengers: Doomsday.’ Now, the actor has finally broken his silence.
Tom Hiddleston Is Very Excited About Loki’s MCU Comeback
In an exclusive interview with TikTok creator Max Balegde, Tom Hiddleston opened up about what it’s been like to keep the secret for so long. The actor also shared his feelings on returning to the MCU, and what fans might expect from Loki’s next chapter. “Very, very excited! It’s really remarkable that I can talk about it because I’m mostly in a position of knowing and not being able to say anything! It’s strange.”
“You have to be just very disciplined about carrying this secret around. But it’s been an extraordinary chapter of my life playing Loki, and it’s not over yet,” Hiddleston shared with a smile. His “it’s not over yet” was enough to excite fans. For over a decade, Hiddleston has portrayed Loki perfectly. So, his return in ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ not only reignites excitement for the upcoming Phase 6 film but also raises a lot of questions about the future of the multiverse.
Loki’s Endless Loop Of Death And Resurrection Makes Him Essential For ‘Avengers: Doomsday’
It almost seems like a running joke at this point. Loki has died (or appeared to die) more times than most characters in the MCU. However, in true Loki fashion, he always finds a way back. But it was the events of ‘Loki’ seasons 1 and 2 that cemented this version of the trickster as something entirely new. He became not just a survivor but a protector.
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In the climactic finale of season 2, ‘Loki’ sacrifices everything to weave himself into the very fabric of the multiverse. No longer just the God of Mischief, he becomes the “God of Stories,” a cosmic entity overseeing infinite timelines. This transformation was poetic and profound. It gave Loki the heroic arc that once seemed impossible for him.
And now, with Hiddleston’s return in ‘Avengers: Doomsday’, that arc continues in ways fans can only begin to imagine. Given Loki’s current role as the keeper of time, his involvement in a multiversal event like Doomsday is not only fitting, it’s essential. Additionally, Hiddleston’s comments suggest more than just a cameo or short appearance.
With nearly 30 cast members announced for ‘Doomsday’, the full roster still remains under wraps. Given Marvel’s love for surprises, fans are already speculating that other long-dead or retired characters may appear. From Chris Evans’ aged Captain America to Scarlett Johansson’s Black Widow, speculations have been at an all-time high.
