<p>Adam Driver, best known for his portrayal of Kylo Ren in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, recently revealed that Disney shut down his ambitious plan for a follow-up film centered on his character, Ben Solo, even though Lucasfilm was completely on board with the project.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In a new interview with The Associated Press, the Oscar-nominated actor shared that he had been in talks about returning to the galaxy far, far away since 2021. “I always was interested in doing another Star Wars,” Driver said. “Kathleen (Kennedy, Lucasfilm president) had reached out. I always said, with a great director and a great story, I’d be there in a second. I loved that character and loved playing him.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/singer-kenny-loggins-slams-trump-for-divisive-unauthorised-use-of-danger-zone-in-viral-ai-clip-white-house-responds-with-trolling-1761023622216"><strong>Singer slams 'unauthorised' use of song in 'King Trump' clip; White House trolls</strong></a></p><h2>A sequel that never saw the light</h2><p>Driver explained that the film, tentatively titled The Hunt for Ben Solo, was conceived as a continuation of The Rise of Skywalker (2019), exploring what might have happened if Ben Solo had survived his redemptive act. To bring the idea to life, Driver collaborated with filmmaker Steven Soderbergh and writer Rebecca Blunt. The two later brought in acclaimed screenwriter Scott Z. Burns to pen what Driver described as “one of the coolest (expletive) scripts I had ever been a part of.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Lucasfilm executives, including Kathleen Kennedy, Carrie Beck, and Dave Filoni, reportedly “loved the idea” and supported its development. However, the enthusiasm hit a roadblock when the project reached Disney’s top leadership.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: &nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/why-tom-holland-can-t-be-the-next-james-bond-here-s-the-real-reason-1761042092897"><strong>Why Tom Holland can’t be the next James Bond? Here's the REAL reason</strong></a></p><h2>Disney execs said no</h2><p>“We took it to Bob Iger and Alan Bergman, and they said no,” Driver recalled. “They didn’t see how Ben Solo was alive. And that was that.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Despite the popular Star Wars tradition of resurrecting major characters, from Emperor Palpatine to Boba Fett and Darth Maul, Disney executives weren’t convinced about bringing Ben Solo back from his apparent death at the end of The Rise of Skywalker.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Soderbergh, who previously worked with Driver on Logan Lucky, expressed his disappointment in a statement to AP, “I really enjoyed making the movie in my head. I’m just sorry the fans won’t get to see it.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/are-ana-de-armas-and-tom-cruise-just-friends-now-reports-reveals-1761045599361"><strong>Are Ana de Armas and Tom Cruise just friends now? Reports reveals</strong></a></p><h2>What could have been</h2><p>The film was envisioned as a character-driven story that returned to the handmade feel and emotional intensity of George Lucas’s original trilogy. According to Driver, the concept would have explored Ben Solo’s path to redemption and the lingering pull between light and dark within him. An arc he felt was left unfinished. “It was really cool,” the Ferrari star added. “But it is no more, so I can finally talk about it.”&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/kim-kardashian-turns-a-year-older-recalling-some-of-her-feisty-moments-that-stirred-controversy-1761037255673"><strong>Kim Kardashian turns 44: Check her feisty moments that stirred controversy</strong></a></p><h2>The future of Star Wars</h2><p>While The Hunt for Ben Solo won’t be joining the Star Wars canon, the franchise is far from dormant. Disney and Lucasfilm are preparing to release The Mandalorian and Grogu on May 22, 2026, followed by Star Wars: Starfighter starring Ryan Gosling in 2027. Other upcoming projects include a Daisy Ridley-led film directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, a James Mangold feature exploring the origins of the Force, and a new trilogy helmed by X-Men filmmaker Simon Kinberg.</p>

Adam Driver, renowned for the role of Kylo Ren in Star Wars, opened up about how Disney dropped his plan for Ben Solo Star Wars sequel. 


Adam Driver, best known for his portrayal of Kylo Ren in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, recently revealed that Disney shut down his ambitious plan for a follow-up film centered on his character, Ben Solo, even though Lucasfilm was completely on board with the project. In a new interview with The Associated Press, the Oscar-nominated actor shared that he had been in talks about returning to the galaxy far, far away since 2021. “I always was interested in doing another Star Wars,” Driver said. “Kathleen (Kennedy, Lucasfilm president) had reached out. I always said, with a great director and a great story, I’d be there in a second. I loved that character and loved playing him.” Also Read: Singer slams 'unauthorised' use of song in 'King Trump' clip; White House trolls A sequel that never saw the light Driver explained that the film, tentatively titled The Hunt for Ben Solo, was conceived as a continuation of The Rise of Skywalker (2019), exploring what might have happened if Ben Solo had survived his redemptive act. To bring the idea to life, Driver collaborated with filmmaker Steven Soderbergh and writer Rebecca Blunt. The two later brought in acclaimed screenwriter Scott Z. Burns to pen what Driver described as “one of the coolest (expletive) scripts I had ever been a part of.” Lucasfilm executives, including Kathleen Kennedy, Carrie Beck, and Dave Filoni, reportedly “loved the idea” and supported its development. However, the enthusiasm hit a roadblock when the project reached Disney’s top leadership. Also Read: Why Tom Holland can’t be the next James Bond? Here's the REAL reason Disney execs said no “We took it to Bob Iger and Alan Bergman, and they said no,” Driver recalled. “They didn’t see how Ben Solo was alive. And that was that.” Despite the popular Star Wars tradition of resurrecting major characters, from Emperor Palpatine to Boba Fett and Darth Maul, Disney executives weren’t convinced about bringing Ben Solo back from his apparent death at the end of The Rise of Skywalker. Soderbergh, who previously worked with Driver on Logan Lucky, expressed his disappointment in a statement to AP, “I really enjoyed making the movie in my head. I’m just sorry the fans won’t get to see it.” Also Read: Are Ana de Armas and Tom Cruise just friends now? Reports reveals What could have been The film was envisioned as a character-driven story that returned to the handmade feel and emotional intensity of George Lucas’s original trilogy. According to Driver, the concept would have explored Ben Solo’s path to redemption and the lingering pull between light and dark within him. An arc he felt was left unfinished. “It was really cool,” the Ferrari star added. “But it is no more, so I can finally talk about it.” Also Read: Kim Kardashian turns 44: Check her feisty moments that stirred controversy The future of Star Wars While The Hunt for Ben Solo won’t be joining the Star Wars canon, the franchise is far from dormant. Disney and Lucasfilm are preparing to release The Mandalorian and Grogu on May 22, 2026, followed by Star Wars: Starfighter starring Ryan Gosling in 2027. Other upcoming projects include a Daisy Ridley-led film directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, a James Mangold feature exploring the origins of the Force, and a new trilogy helmed by X-Men filmmaker Simon Kinberg.

<p>Adam Driver, renowned for the role of Kylo Ren in Star Wars, opened up about how Disney dropped his plan for Ben Solo Star Wars sequel.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p>

Adam Driver reveals Disney canceled his Ben Solo Star Wars sequel, know why

<p><br>The galaxy far, far away just got a lot closer. Lucasfilm has dropped the first teaser trailer for Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, giving fans a thrilling first look at the next big-screen chapter in the beloved franchise.&nbsp;</p><h2>Din Djarin and Grogu return for a new adventure&nbsp;</h2><p>Directed by Jon Favreau and co-written with longtime Star Wars creative partner Dave Filoni, the film continues the story from Disney+’s hit series The Mandalorian. Pedro Pascal reprises his role as Din Djarin, the armored bounty hunter, alongside his tiny Force-sensitive companion Grogu, fondly known by fans as Baby Yoda. The duo will once again team up to defend the galaxy as remnants of the Empire threaten the fragile peace established by the New Republic.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/oppenheimer-director-christopher-nolan-elected-president-of-directors-guild-of-america-1758438963678"><strong>Christopher Nolan elected President of Directors Guild of America</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to the official reports, “The evil Empire has fallen, and Imperial warlords remain scattered throughout the galaxy. As the fledgling New Republic works to protect everything the Rebellion fought for, they have enlisted the help of legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin and his young apprentice Grogu.”&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/dwayne-johnson-reveals-the-smashing-machine-changed-his-life-know-why-1758528658705"><strong>Dwayne Johnson reveals The Smashing Machine changed his life; Know why</strong></a></p><h2>A star-studded cast and new faces</h2><p>The teaser reunites audiences with familiar favorites while also introducing new characters. Academy Award winner Sigourney Weaver appears as a New Republic officer, while Jeremy Allen White steps into the role of Rotta the Hutt, son of the infamous Jabba. Actor Jonny Coyne also returns as an Imperial warlord. The footage even teases the comeback of Zeb Orrelios from Star Wars Rebels, voiced by Steve Blum.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/angelina-jolie-voices-her-concern-about-freedom-of-speech-in-the-us-amid-jimmy-kimmel-suspension-1758524792643"><strong>Angelina Jolie voices her concern about freedom of speech in the US</strong></a></p><h2>A big-screen experience for a new era</h2><p>This marks the first Star Wars movie to hit theaters since 2019’s The Rise of Skywalker. Favreau, speaking about the transition from streaming to cinema, noted that the project aims to reward longtime fans while also inviting a new generation to experience Star Wars in theaters. He emphasized that Grogu’s popularity makes this story especially appealing for younger audiences, ensuring both scale and heart on the big screen.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/d4vd-case-update-us-singer-dropped-from-spilt-milk-festival-amid-police-investigation-1758518705068"><strong>D4vd case: US Singer dropped from Spilt Milk festival amid police investigation</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The movie is produced by Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy, Filoni, Ian Bryce, and Favreau himself. Ludwig Göransson, who composed the iconic Mandalorian theme, returns to score the film.&nbsp;</p><h2>The Mandalorian and Grogu release date</h2><p>&nbsp;Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu opens exclusively in U.S. theaters on May 22, 2026, and will be available in IMAX. This film will kick off a new wave of theatrical Star Wars projects, with Shawn Levy’s Star Wars: Starfighter already slated for 2027.&nbsp;</p>

Star Wars fans assemble! Lucasfilm has released the first teaser trailer of The Mandalorian and Grogu. Set to release next year, the film will impress fans with a star-studded cast. 


The galaxy far, far away just got a lot closer. Lucasfilm has dropped the first teaser trailer for Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, giving fans a thrilling first look at the next big-screen chapter in the beloved franchise. Din Djarin and Grogu return for a new adventure Directed by Jon Favreau and co-written with longtime Star Wars creative partner Dave Filoni, the film continues the story from Disney+’s hit series The Mandalorian. Pedro Pascal reprises his role as Din Djarin, the armored bounty hunter, alongside his tiny Force-sensitive companion Grogu, fondly known by fans as Baby Yoda. The duo will once again team up to defend the galaxy as remnants of the Empire threaten the fragile peace established by the New Republic. Also Read: Christopher Nolan elected President of Directors Guild of America

<p>Star Wars fans assemble! Lucasfilm has released the first teaser trailer of The Mandalorian and Grogu. Set to release next year, the film will impress fans with a star-studded cast.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p>

Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu first trailer unveiled, release date confirmed

<p>Hollywood actor Riz Ahmed has established himself as one of the renowned stars after being part of renowned films including The Reluctant Fundamentalist, Four Lions, and Jason Bourne, among others. The British actor recently revealed that he was hospitalised during the filming of Star Wars prequel after he experienced a health scare.</p><h2>Details revealed by Riz Ahmed about his facing a health scare</h2><p>In an interaction with <i>Penn Badgley's Pdcrushed podcast</i>, Riz Ahmed shared how he felt something within while filming Rogue One. He stated, "It was like building myself up from scratch. It was super scary and intense and quite prolonged, actually. I always think that when you're brought to your knees, you're halfway towards praying, when something is taken away from you, you become even more acutely aware of everything you have".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/selena-gomez-s-stunning-pearl-bachelorette-outfit-here-s-the-cost-1756549482930"><strong>Selena Gomez’s stunning pearl-bachelorette outfit: Here’s the cost</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"And on a bodily level, on a health level, you realise like, you don't control anything, man. You don't control a single thing. You don't even control your body. Most strangely, I never felt more grateful, more at peace, more content than when I felt like I was going to lose my whole life", said Riz Ahmed.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/baaghi-4-trailer-tiger-shroff-returns-in-high-end-action-franchise-battles-villain-sanjay-dutt-1756536958485"><strong>Baaghi 4 trailer: Tiger Shroff returns in action franchise, battles Sanjay Dutt</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For the unversed, Rogue One is the prequel film of Star Wars, which was released in 2016 and was helmed by Gareth Edwards. Riz Ahmed played the role of Bodhi Rook: A former Imperial cargo pilot who defects to the rebels under the influence of Galen Erso. It stars Felicity Jones, Diego Luna, Ben Mendelsohn, Donnie Yen, Mads Mikkelsen, Alan Tudyk, Jiang Wen, and Forest Whitaker.</p><h2>All about Riz Ahmed</h2><p>Riz Ahmed had his breakout role in Nightcrawler (2014), which led to roles in the 2016 big-budget films Jason Bourne and Rogue One. For starring as a young man accused of murder in the HBO miniseries <i>The Night Of</i> (2016).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/bigg-boss-19-gaurav-khanna-on-farhana-s-re-entry-every-person-needs-a-chance-1756538005074"><strong>Bigg Boss 19: Gaurav Khanna on Farhana's re-entry: 'Every person needs a chance'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In addition, he is also a rapper and a member of the <i>Swet Shop Boys</i>, and has earned critical acclaim with the hip hop albums <i>Microscope and Cashmere</i>, and commercial success featuring in the Billboard 200 chart-topping Hamilton Mixtape, with his song "<i>Immigrants </i>(We Get the Job Done)".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ahaan-panday-on-debut-with-saiyaara-blockbuster-success-and-struggle-i-was-entirely-delusional-1756535441792"><strong>Ahaan Panday on debut with Saiyaara and struggle: 'I was entirely delusional'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Riz Ahmed's notable works in films include <i>Black Gold, Trishna, Rage, The Road to Guantanamo, Nightcrawler, Una, City of Tiny Lights, and The Sisters Brothers</i>, among others. He has bagged several accolades, including the Academy, Independent Spirit, and Primetime Emmy, among others.&nbsp;</p>

Hollywood actor Riz Ahmed recently revealed how intense it was when he experienced a health scare while he was filming for the Star Wars prequel. He is best known for his roles in Venom and Sound of Metal, among others. 

Hollywood actor Riz Ahmed has established himself as one of the renowned stars after being part of renowned films including The Reluctant Fundamentalist, Four Lions, and Jason Bourne, among others. The British actor recently revealed that he was hospitalised during the filming of Star Wars prequel after he experienced a health scare. Details revealed by Riz Ahmed about his facing a health scare In an interaction with Penn Badgley's Pdcrushed podcast, Riz Ahmed shared how he felt something within while filming Rogue One. He stated, "It was like building myself up from scratch. It was super scary and intense and quite prolonged, actually. I always think that when you're brought to your knees, you're halfway towards praying, when something is taken away from you, you become even more acutely aware of everything you have". Also Read: Selena Gomez’s stunning pearl-bachelorette outfit: Here’s the cost "And on a bodily level, on a health level, you realise like, you don't control anything, man. You don't control a single thing. You don't even control your body. Most strangely, I never felt more grateful, more at peace, more content than when I felt like I was going to lose my whole life", said Riz Ahmed. Also Read: Baaghi 4 trailer: Tiger Shroff returns in action franchise, battles Sanjay Dutt For the unversed, Rogue One is the prequel film of Star Wars, which was released in 2016 and was helmed by Gareth Edwards. Riz Ahmed played the role of Bodhi Rook: A former Imperial cargo pilot who defects to the rebels under the influence of Galen Erso. It stars Felicity Jones, Diego Luna, Ben Mendelsohn, Donnie Yen, Mads Mikkelsen, Alan Tudyk, Jiang Wen, and Forest Whitaker. All about Riz Ahmed Riz Ahmed had his breakout role in Nightcrawler (2014), which led to roles in the 2016 big-budget films Jason Bourne and Rogue One. For starring as a young man accused of murder in the HBO miniseries The Night Of (2016). Also Read: Bigg Boss 19: Gaurav Khanna on Farhana's re-entry: 'Every person needs a chance' In addition, he is also a rapper and a member of the Swet Shop Boys, and has earned critical acclaim with the hip hop albums Microscope and Cashmere, and commercial success featuring in the Billboard 200 chart-topping Hamilton Mixtape, with his song "Immigrants (We Get the Job Done)". Also Read: Ahaan Panday on debut with Saiyaara and struggle: 'I was entirely delusional' Riz Ahmed's notable works in films include Black Gold, Trishna, Rage, The Road to Guantanamo, Nightcrawler, Una, City of Tiny Lights, and The Sisters Brothers, among others. He has bagged several accolades, including the Academy, Independent Spirit, and Primetime Emmy, among others.

<p>Hollywood actor Riz Ahmed recently revealed how intense it was when he experienced a health scare while he was filming for the Star Wars prequel. He is best known for his roles in Venom and Sound of Metal, among others.&nbsp;</p>

Venom actor Riz Ahmed reveals facing something 'silent' and 'intense' while filming Star Wars prequel

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