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There are several theories floating around regarding her exclusion:
Creative Direction Shift: Marvel appears to be realigning its focus, possibly aiming to rekindle the core male audience that traditionally powered their blockbuster success, especially post- Endgame.
Box Office Performance: Despite its initial billion-dollar opening, The Marvels, the last film featuring Larson, underperformed dramatically—grossing only around $26 million worldwide against a $270 million budget. Such figures undoubtedly influence Marvel’s casting and storyline decisions.