With Ezra Bridger confirmed to be played by Eman Esfandi in Star Wars: Ahsoka, formerly rumored actor and Aladdin star Mena Massoud has weighed in on the situation, confirming there was never any significant momentum on the opportunity. Rumors of Massoud’s casting came in 2021, with the actor himself then going on to share social media posts that offered teases that his casting was a likelihood. Given the nature of secrecy around Star Wars projects, as well as Massoud’s interest in the role, his only reactions to casting reports were deflecting and coy, with him now addressing he never progressed from the initial casting stage. Star Wars: Ahsoka is expected to premiere on Disney+ next year.
Glad the rumors will stop now. Never really had a fair shot at it unfortunately (1 self-tape months ago) but just wasn’t meant for me I guess. Can’t deny the dude looks exactly like Ezra. Hope it’s done justice!
