Black Widow Introduces First Mutant in the MCU

Marvel’s Black Widow has released globally in theaters as well as Dinsey Plus Premier Access. However, the Indian release for the much-anticipated Marvel movie isn’t announced yet.

Black Widow star Olivier Richters revealed on Instagram that his character, Ursa Major, is the first mutant in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Richters said, “After two years I can finally tell who my character is as stated on IMDB and Credits: Ursa Major: mutant that appears in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (SWIPE photos). Ursa is part of the Winter Guard, noted for being ‘Russia’s answer to the Avengers.’ His power transforms him into an incredible bear, transcending The Hulk in size. Ursa appears many times in the comics fighting Wolverine and The Hulk. When production on set told me who I really was in Black Widow I let some tears of joy in my hotel room, because my movie dream became true: being a official comic super Hero. I can only hope Marvel will bring back Ursa in full form.”

Richters also explained why Wanda isn’t a mutant in the MCU. He said, “Wanda is one of the most powerful mutants, too, with the ability to manipulate reality itself. For the MCU, however, she received her powers through experiments by Hydra using the Infinity stones that would later populate Thanos’ golden glove. Therefor holding the argument that she was not the first mutant in MCU. Just to avoid discussion and endless comments I have edited the claim for being the first mutant in MCU.”

As Disney has acquired Fox back in 2018, fans can expect to see even more mutants in the MCU, with X-Men. Although Marvel Studios hasn’t announced any X-Men projects yet, it could be planning a movie or a series. Considering the secrecy in Marvel, we may not hear about an X-Men project until it begins casting. With X-Men characters, Marvel’s ever-expanding roster will become even bigger.

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