Robert Downey Jr., the iconic actor behind Iron Man, expressed his willingness to don the suit in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) once again. In a candid interview with Esquire Magazine, he stated, “It’s too integral a part of my DNA. That role chose me.” “And look, I always say, never, ever bet against Kevin Feige. It is a losing bet. He’s the house. He will always win.”
This statement underscores the deep connection Downey Jr. has with Tony Stark, a character that he has imbued with a unique blend of wit and charisma, resonating with fans worldwide. The actor said he is open to revisiting the role. It launched him back into superstardom. “Happily,” he declared, acknowledging the deep connection he feels with Tony Stark.
Robert Downey Jr says he would ‘happily’ return to the MCU as Iron Man
“It’s too integral a part of my DNA. That role chose me. And look, I always say, Never, ever bet against Kevin Feige. It is a losing bet. He’s the house. He will always win”
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In the end, a great deal of the credit for the success of the MCU belongs to Kevin Feige, the man who engineered the entire interconnected endeavor. Downey Jr.‘s trust in Feige is without a doubt to be trusted— “Never, ever bet against Kevin Feige. It is a losing bet. He’s the house. He will always win.” reversed the role when time and circumstances seemed like the right pieces, and Feige convicted Downey Jr. and they produced a winning combination.
Stark’s latest appearance was indeed the last major big screen film, others did not appear on camera anymore. Millions of fans hope that Stark will make an unforgettable comeback although Downey Jr.’s Avenger’s journey again affirmed the memories of Iron Man, which have iconicity in the years to come.
Outside of the MCU, Downey Jr. has recently won an Oscar for his role in ‘Oppenheimer’ and a compelling performance of the businessman turned government official, Lewis Strauss. Projects like ‘The Sympathizer’ on Apple TV and the long-delayed ‘Sherlock 3’ will certainly keep fans excited for his upcoming projects.
Whether it’s the genius billionaire or the quirky detective, Robert Downey Jr. amazes fans all around the globe and makes rounds of applause with a quiet soundtrack to his phenomenal career. The rumors of his possible return as Iron Man have certainly made global fans happy, and the industry hopeful.
