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Published 12:38 IST, March 8th 2020

Liam Hemsworth wanted to be 'Thor' but Chris Hemsworth beat him to the role? Details

Liam Hemsworth wanted to play the iconic character of Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe which is now played by Chris Hemsworth. Here is everything about it.

Reported by: Yash Tripathi
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Liam Hemsworth is a popular Hollywood actor known for his impeccable acting in films like 'Isn't It Romantic,' Independence Day: Resurgence and more. The actor has recently been in the news for his separation with ex-wife Miley Cyrus after the couple finalised their divorce a few weeks back. On the professional front, Liam is set to return at the Box Office with his upcoming crime thriller titled Arkansas.

Liam Hemsworth was initially considered for the role of Thor?

Fans find Liam Hemsworth and Chris Hemsworth giving 'brother goals' whenever they see them together. But, in an interview, Liam admitted that he wanted to do the part of Thor in Marvel movies and so had also auditioned for the role alongside his brother. He was considered for the title role in Thor (2011) by the studios, but it ultimately went to his brother, Chris Hemsworth. Reportedly, Chris's personality and his features complemented the character better and so the studios chose the elder brother over the younger one.

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Chris Hemsworth has been playing the part of Thor for a while now. The role has proven to be very fruitful in his career. The actor is going to reprise the role in the upcoming movie Thor: Love And Thunder which going to be filled with a lot of thrill and mystic adventures. Marvel is known for picking up stars who have tried for several roles in Marvel and giving them the roles that they deserve. For instance, Chadwick Boseman auditioned for the role of Drax and now he is seen essaying the character of Black Panther. Similarly, fans are waiting for Liam Hemsworth to soon find his place in the MCU and bring something new on the table.

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Apart from this, Liam Hemsworth is soon going to be seen in a crime thriller, essaying the role of a dying father and husband fighting to stay alive. The web drama is called as the Most Dangerous Game. In the digital show, he is going to be seen in a 24 hours long battle to survive to win $24 million by the end.

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12:38 IST, March 8th 2020