Marvel’s Vision Series Set to Revive a Forgotten Villain from the Iron Man Franchise
In an exciting twist for Marvel fans, The Vision, portrayed by Paul Bettany, is gearing up for his own series on Disney+ slated for 2026. The character last made his appearance soaring off towards an uncertain fate at the conclusion of “WandaVision.” As anticipation builds, comparisons to the success of the previous Marvel series, “Agatha All Along,” are inevitable.
What’s generating significant buzz among fans is the confirmed return of Ultron, the cold and formidable robot originally played by James Spader, who created The Vision. But that’s not all—Deadline has revealed the return of another character that might catch many off guard: Raza Hamidmi al-Wazar. This character, played by Faran Tahir, first appeared in the groundbreaking “Iron Man” film, which launched the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
You might have expected cameos from more prominent foes like Jeff Bridges’ Obadiah Stane or Mickey Rourke’s Ivan Vanko, but Raza, a lesser-known yet crucial player in Iron Man’s origin, is back. Remember, it was Raza and his band, the Ten Rings, who captured Tony Stark in Afghanistan, setting off a chain of events that ultimately led to the creation of the Iron Man armor.
While Raza was presumed dead after being paralyzed in “Iron Man,” there’s still room for his character to reemerge. As he famously stated in the film, acquiring Iron Man technology could grant them dominance—a vision that may still be alive. What role could he possibly play against The Vision?
Tahir’s casting also brings an interesting background to the table. With roots in Pakistan, he comes from a lineage of artists; his father, Naeem, is an actor, and his mother, Yasmeen, is a prominent radio host. The actor has enjoyed various roles, including a standout performance as Captain Robau in the 2009 “Star Trek,” indicating that he has the talent to bring complexity to the role of Raza.
In a broader context, Iron Man’s storylines have often reflected significant societal themes, with the original comic setting taking place during the Cold War. The shift from Vietnam to Afghanistan in the film adaptation marked a critical update to the character’s origin and storyline.
As we await the premiere of The Vision series on Disney+, one thing is certain: the Marvel universe continues to evolve, bringing back characters that shaped its history while introducing new dynamics. Keep an eye on this space, as Raza’s return could lead to unexpected twists in The Vision storyline.
