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The Future of the MCU: Gender Swaps, Box Office Woes, and Fan Reactions
Five years ago, Marvel Studios' chief Kevin Feige made a bold prediction about the evolution of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). He stated that there would come a time when female heroes outnumbered male heroes, a vision that has seemingly come to fruition as the MCU continues to diversify its characters and storylines. While some fans and critics have debated whether this gender balance is a positive shift or a cinematic misstep, the current state of the franchise suggests that Marvel has doubled down on its inclusive approach—even amidst some significant setbacks.