Marvel’s Latest Thunderbolts Trailer Showcases a Thrilling Scene Set in Malaysia
Picture Credits: Hype Malaysia
By Pavethran Batmanathen
On Monday, September 23, Marvel Studios unveiled the highly anticipated first teaser trailer for their upcoming film Thunderbolts. The movie, which stars notable actors such as Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, and David Harbour, is slated for release on May 2, 2025. Once it hits theaters, Thunderbolts will mark the 36th installment in the ever-expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
Sharp-eyed fans who caught the Thunderbolts trailer may have noticed a well-known Malaysian landmark making an appearance. At the 1:04 mark of the video, Florence Pugh’s character, Yelena Belova, is seen standing at Lebuh Ampang in Kuala Lumpur. Behind her, the former Menara HSBC South Tower can be seen dramatically imploding. To Yelena’s right, there’s a clear view of a sign that reads “Kedai Kopi Kong Hoe,” which translates to Kong Hoe Coffeeshop in Malay, adding a distinct local touch to the scene.
A few months back, reports surfaced that Florence Pugh had been spotted filming in Malaysia. The rumors gained momentum when her sister, Arabella Gibbins, shared a photo of herself near the iconic Petronas Towers, tagging Pugh in the post, further fueling speculation.
In an interview with Variety on July 28, Florence Pugh seemingly hinted that she had filmed scenes in Malaysia for the upcoming Marvel movie Thunderbolts. When asked about her most intense stunt in the film, Pugh revealed that it involved leaping from “the second tallest building in the world.” At 678.9 meters tall, Merdeka 118 in Kuala Lumpur currently claims that record.
Thunderbolts picks up from earlier Marvel stories like Black Widow (2021) and the Disney+ series The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. The film will follow a team of mercenaries on a mission, though they soon uncover unexpected and deeper layers to their assignment.
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