While fans are split whether 2021’s Mortal Kombat is truly a new bringing to video game films or not, Warner Bros. sees the movie as a step in the right direction. In one statement from executives, it was shared that the property was one of its “top assets” despite the uncertainty of the series. The film went on to be the most viewed, opening-weekend picture on HBO Max that year.

Additionally, there was other signs more films were to follow the first. In that, Sub Zero actor Joe Taslim already signed on to do multiple films portraying the character. Even more is the talent that was welcomed aboard to pen the story for the anticipated sequel. In that, Moon Knight writer Jeremy Slated would also draft the script for the next Mortal Kombat.

Recently, new information surfaced online revealing that filming for Mortal Kombat II has begun. Liu Kang actor Ludi Lin via Instagram uploaded images from the set revealing that the cameras officially began shooting.

Amongst the surviving cast returning, there is a slew of new additions coming along for Mortal Kombat II. From Deadline, Shao Kahn, Jerrod, Sindel, and Kabal are to all make an appearance in the follow-up. Elsewhere, producer Todd Garner corroborated on reports that Johnny Cage is to make his appearance for the series with Karl Urban to take the role.

As for other Mortal Kombat news, the next entry in the series – Mortal Kombat 1 – is set to release this September. Pre-orders for the new game is now live for standard, Premium, and Kollector’s Edition is now available to pre-purchase. You can read the full report by heading here.

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