Published 13:50 IST, March 20th 2020
Robert Downey Jr to return as Iron Man post 'Dolittle' failure?
Robert Downey Jr has reportedly taken a decision after the failure of his film Dolittle at the box office that he is going to return as Iron Man in the MCU.
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According to media reports, Robert Downey Jr has agreed to receive a pay-cut to make a comeback to Marvel Cinematic Universe. Robert Downey Jr has reportedly taken this decision after his n-MCU film after a long time, Dolittle failed to do wonders at box office. Reportedly, actor also has two or conditions for returning as Iron Man to Marvel Cinematic Universe.
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Robert Downey Jr has some conditions to play 'Iron Man' again
If media sources are to be believed, Robert Downey Jr wishes to collaborate again with his co-star Gwyneth Paltrow along with his protege Tom Holland. Robert Downey Jr first starred as Iron Man in 2008 film of same name. However, much to disappointment of die-hard MCU fans, Robert Downey Jr's character Iron Man was killed in 2019 film Avengers: Endgame.
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According to media reports, Robert Downey Jr's cameo as Iron Man in film, Black Widow is 'all but guaranteed'. film Black Widow which stars Scarlet Johansson in lead role was removed recently from Disney's release schedule due to terrifying outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic.
Reportedly, film is a prequel and showcases events that took place before Captain America: Civil War and events that took place after Captain America: Winter Soldier.
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Robert Downey Jr's Dolittle failed to work wonders at box office
Talking about Robert Downey Jr starrer Dolittle, film did t do quite as well at box office as was expected. Dolittle witnessed some production troubles too. Robert Downey Jr-starrer film reportedly garnered USD 200 million worldwide along with budget of USD 175 million.
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Dolittle was also being extremely dependent on its China release which was unfortunately called off due to outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic. According to media reports, failure of Dolittle has affected decision making of Iron Man actor who is open to accepting less amount of money for his films. Robert had gone on to make around more than USD 50 million for final Avengers movie.
13:50 IST, March 20th 2020