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Robert Downey Jr. is set to return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Doctor Doom, replacing Jonathan Majors' Kang. This casting decision has sparked controversy, with Downey reportedly earning over $80 million. Majors expressed heartbreak over losing the role.

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In a recent turn of events within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), actor Jonathan Majors has expressed his heartbreak over losing the role of Kang the Conqueror to Robert Downey Jr., who has been cast as the infamous villain Doctor Doom. Reports surfaced that Downey will reprise his iconic role in the MCU, previously characterized by his portrayal of Iron Man, while also taking on the new persona of Doctor Doom—one of Marvel’s most complex villains. This casting news has sparked significant chatter among fans and critics alike regarding the implications of this crossover and how it might impact the overarching storyline of the MCU.

Jonathan Majors, who initially brought Kang the Conqueror to life in "Loki" and "Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania," had been gearing up for future projects involving this character. His reaction to the news of Downey's entrance into the MCU as Doctor Doom showed a mix of disappointment and admiration for Downey's legacy in the franchise. Majors conveyed that while he respects the integral role Downey has played in the MCU, the situation leaves him feeling dejected, especially as it marks a significant change in direction for a character he believed would be pivotal in upcoming Marvel phases.

The decision was received with mixed reviews, with some celebrating the return of Downey and the prospects of a new narrative involving Doctor Doom, while others expressed concern about the potential overshadowing of new talents, like Majors. The merging of these iconic characters could potentially set the stage for explosive new storylines, but it also poses questions about the future of Kang and Majors’ role within the Marvel universe.

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