“No one sees and no one gives a sh*t about”: Jason Momoa Surprised With Aquaman 2 Reviews After Amber Heard’s Controversy Nearly Ruined the DCU Movie
After turning the 2018 DC superhero movie Aquaman into a billion-dollar success, Jason Momoa along with the entire crew had high hopes set on the sequel to the film. Turning the titular characters into a global phenomenon, Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom is set to release later this year. Nevertheless, amid the entire Amber Heard controversy, filmmakers had little to no hope for the success of the film.
During a recent interview with Men’s Health, Jason Momoa admitted being completely “baffled” by the reviews, while reflecting on the franchise’s unlikely success. Trying to refrain from putting much pressure or high hopes on Aquaman 2, Momoa detailed his work and effort.
Jason Momoa Reflected Upon Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom
Following the grand tapestry of the 2018 DC superhero movie Aquaman, Jason Momoa along with the entire crew is set to release its sequel later this year. Considering how well the prequel did financially at the global box office, the filmmakers were bound to set high hopes for the 2023 sequel.
However, with Amber Heard playing the role of Mera, amid her controversial defamation trial against Johnny Depp, filmmakers seem to find the success of the film highly unlikely. Reflecting upon the high hopes related to the franchise, Jason Momoa appeared for an interview with Men’s Health to discuss his opinions. “Well, to be perfectly honest, I was absolutely baffled that Aquaman was received so well” Momoa admitted.
Reflecting upon the billion-dollar global success of the prequel, the actor thus mentioned the reason for filmmakers to further have high hopes for the sequel. However, considering the controversies associated with Heard playing Mera, the Game of Thrones actor mentioned, he’s not putting much pressure on Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom.
Jason Momoa’s Feelings About Aquaman 2
Opening up about his honest feelings regarding Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom, Jason Momoa expressed how his DC character has been treated. “Aquaman is probably the hardest character in comic-book history. He’s made fun of and ridiculed, but I tried to give it heart and soul” Momoa explained. Discussing the frustration, and apathy related to the character, the actor mentioned the pressure associated with the sequel.
“I’m proud of it in certain ways. Do I feel pressure for [the sequel] to do well? No. All I can do is give it my all.” Jason Momoa revealed. Trying to do his best and bring out the titular superhero character in Aquaman 2, Momoa admitted being proud of his work. Recalling the grand success of Aquaman (2018), the Dune actor stated, there’s only so much he can do since the success is entirely on the audience. “It’s in a lot of other people’s hands” Momoa mentioned.
Further, Jason Momoa discussed the uncertainty associated with the entertainment business. “I’ve done things that are amazing that no one sees and no one gives a sh*t about. You just don’t know in this business,” he recalled. Thus mentioning his way of working, the actor stated, “I don’t go do things and think, Oh, I’m gonna get $1 billion on this one. I go in and do my best job.”
Highlighting his career and appreciating the role played by the critics and audiences, Jason Momoa expressed his passion for the Aquaman franchise.
Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom is set to debut on 20th December 2023, in your nearest theatres.
Source: Men’s Health
