Marvel has a history of getting its stars into shape before their big movie roles. Chris Hemsworth is more muscle than man. The internet made a big deal of it when Kumail Nanjiani, who previously was known mostly for his comedic roles, got ripped to shreds to a part in Eternals.
And now, Benedict Cumberbatch is following suit and gotten swole for his role in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse, which is coming around the corner. An image of him pumping iron without his shirt on is making its rounds on the internet. You can see it here.
Sherlock got buff, everyone.
Buff Benedict Cumberbatch stars in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
It’s interesting to see Cumberbatch in particular putting on muscle to play Doctor Strange, since the part usually only requires him to wear flowing robes that mostly hide his body. Is this an indication that Doctor Strange will strip down for the sequel?
It could be, although it’s also possible that Cumberbatch is just getting into shape so he can participate in the movie’s stunts. That’s why Jacob Batalon (Ned Leeds) decided to lose weight for Spider-Man: No Way Home, although he didn’t bare any skin in the movie.
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness comes out on May 6, 2022.
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