Actor Ben Wang, who gained recognition through Karate Kid: Legends, is reportedly among the performers being considered for an important role in Marvel Studios’ upcoming X-Men reboot. The actor is said to be in the running to portray Iceman, also known as Bobby Drake, one of the well-known characters from the Marvel universe.
Several Actors Considered for Iceman
Ben Wang is reportedly one of several actors who have taken part in auditions for the role. Other names linked to the casting process include Gabriel LaBelle, Jackson Kelly and Rhenzy Feliz.
However, Marvel has not officially confirmed who will play Iceman. The casting process is still being discussed, and the final decision remains awaited.
Who Is Ben Wang?
Ben Wang is a Chinese-American actor born in Beijing who grew up in Minnesota. He gained attention for his performance in the Disney+ series American Born Chinese and later appeared in the 2024 Mean Girls film.
He also played Li Fong in Karate Kid: Legends, sharing the screen with Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio. His upcoming project includes The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping.
A New Generation of X-Men
If selected, Wang would take on a character previously portrayed by Shawn Ashmore in the earlier live-action X-Men films. Iceman is known for his ability to create and control ice, making him an important member of the mutant superhero team.
The upcoming reboot is expected to introduce a fresh generation of mutant characters into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Wang’s reported involvement has therefore attracted attention among superhero film fans.
