First Glimpse of Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man Sparks Excitement
Fans of the iconic hero can finally get a sneak peek at Nicholas Galitzine stepping into the legendary role of He-Man in the upcoming Masters of the Universe film. The production has recently wrapped filming, and the first official image has been shared, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the actor in costume.
Teasing Mystique: A Shadowed Reveal
On June 15, the film’s official social media channels posted a new photo showing Galitzine dressed as He-Man. The shot captures him from behind, cloaked in shadows to maintain an air of mystery surrounding the character. The accompanying caption confirmed that filming had concluded and included a heartfelt message from Galitzine himself.
Actor’s Reflection on the Role
In his statement, Galitzine expressed his pride and gratitude for the opportunity to portray both Prince Adam of Eternia and his alter ego, He-Man. He said, “That’s a wrap on Masters of the Universe. It has been an honor to take on the responsibility of playing Adam and He-Man. It’s been the role of a lifetime, and I’ve dedicated everything to it. I’m incredibly proud of the movie we’ve created. Thanks to our amazing cast and crew for all your hard work.”
Intense Preparation for an Epic Role
Galitzine clearly invested a great deal of effort into preparing for this physically demanding role. Back in January, he shared details about his rigorous training regimen, revealing, “I’m eating around 4,000 calories a day, but the physical work I’m doing is intense. By the end of the day, I’m often surprisingly hungry.”
Role Details and Cast Highlights
In the film, Galitzine stars as Prince Adam and his heroic alter ego, He-Man. The project boasts a star-studded cast, including Camila Mendes, Allison Brie, Jared Leto, and Idris Elba. The movie is directed by Travis Knight, known for Bumblebee, with a screenplay by Chris Butler, who also wrote for ParaNorman. Fans can look forward to its theatrical release next summer.
Additional Information
Image credit: Nicholas Galitzine/Instagram.
Lex Briscuso is a film and television critic and freelance entertainment writer. Follow her on Twitter at @nikonamerica for more updates on this exciting project.
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