When Netflix announced that Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece is getting a live adaptation, fans felt skeptical, believing that the series’ popularity was going to take a massive dent because of how live actions are treated. However, when the show was released last year, it took the whole world by surprise, not only for being true to the source material but also for making appropriate changes that added to the whole.
With massive success following the first season, the show is preparing itself for a second season, where Lera Abova and Joe Manganiello join the cast. However, it looks like the streaming platform must consider the decision to cast Jason Momoa in the show as well.
After all, a fan-made video has been circulating around the internet, where the Furious X actor showcases a striking resemblance to Kaido. Thus, continuing with their run of casting the perfect actors for each of its iconic roles.
One Piece Live-Action Might Just Cast Jason Momoa In a Perfect Role
In recent years, Jason Momoa has grown to be one of the biggest names in Hollywood, who has been doing a ton of roles in different genres. Though he is known for his iconic portrayal of Aquaman in the DCEU franchise, he has proved that he can be a menace when it comes to being a villain.
His most recent role was in 2023’s Furious X, where he portrayed the role of Dante Reyes, proving how he can be charming yet strike fear into the hearts of the viewers. While he is expected to return for the role in the 11th film, he might just portray another iconic villain in Oda-Sensei’s magnum opus, and he will be a perfect fit for it.
Like fans know, Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece features a ton of arcs, but none of them comes close to matching the hype that follows in the Wano Country arc. The saga featured a prominent candidate for the position of the best villain, and it’s none other than the Captain of the Beast Pirates, Kaido.
The Yonko’s rise to prominence has been nothing short of spectacular. Additionally, his intriguing ideology and ambition to remain at the top have truly cemented him to be one of the most remarkable characters, who also helped Luffy to awaken his Devil Fruit’s true form.
Recently, a video by a fan (@oscar3d1996) on Instagram has been making waves in the community, where the Strongest Pirate in the World was brought to life by him. The character looked strikingly unreal and displayed an uncanny resemblance to the Dune actor.
This sparked a sensation among the fandom, where they felt that Netflix must watch the video. Followed by advance talks, where they would hire Momoa for the iconic role, when the series would come close to featuring the Wano Country Arc, giving Iñaki Godoy’s Luffy his toughest challenge ever.
Fans Only Want Jason Momoa to Play Kaido
The fanmade video went viral on social media and became a sensation among the fans, who were taken aback by the uncanny similarity between the two. Moreover, they ardently believe that his physique would add to the authenticity of the character.
Thus, everyone started feeling that the Game of Thrones actor might just be the perfect name to play the antagonist in the live-action, and they have made their decision. The fans commented,
@sonu_nadig commented, “Jason is the best actor to play kaido”
@jaws1128 commented, “it’s Jason Mamoa and Josh Brolin”
@faadhil_as commented, “Jason Momoa is that you?”
@xo_weekend069 commented, “Somebody tag Jason mamoa”
@fadilsonx commented, “If Jason Mamoa doesn’t play kaido then nobody else”
@princeo_0 commented, “Bro jason mamoa fits in every buff man role”
Fans believe that Momoa is the right man to play the role, and everyone wants Netflix to cast the actor. However, a number of complex factors such as production dates, availability of the actor, and fees play a major role.
While the actor is the perfect man to portray the role, they must wait to see what the platform has in store for them, as they have not been disappointed with their casting decisions so far.
One Piece Live-Action can be streamed on Netflix.
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