Florence Pugh Revealed as Yelena Belova in Thunderbolts

Florence Pugh's Yelena Belova will debut a striking new hairstyle in Marvel's upcoming film 'Thunderbolts', as revealed at Disney's D23 Expo, drawing comparisons to Natasha Romanoff's look in 'Avengers: Infinity War'. The film, set to be released on May 2, 2025, features Pugh alongside a star-studded cast, including David Harbour and Sebastian Stan, who praised her performance as the standout in the film. Pugh expressed gratitude for the support from her colleagues, emphasizing the importance of their recognition in boosting her confidence. The 'Thunderbolts' film promises to explore complex relationships among its characters, with a narrative centered around antiheroes and supervillains. The project has been moved up in the release schedule following Hollywood strikes, indicating Marvel's ongoing commitment to its cinematic slate despite delays. Fans eagerly await the film, which marks Pugh's third appearance as Belova in the MCU, following her roles in 'Black Widow' and 'Hawkeye'.