As a cinephile eagerly anticipating the release of ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day‘, I couldn’t help but feel a thrill upon catching wind of a fresh set photograph that has sparked quite a buzz among fans. The image hints at the potential introduction of a previously unmentioned or rumored villain, one that hasn’t graced our screens before – a tantalizing prospect indeed!
The picture displays a metal plaque affixed to a car’s side, boasting a vibrant red and blue insignia depicting the outline of an angry cat’s head.
No, it’s not the Thundercats.
Who is the mysterious villain?
Fans of Marvel comics swiftly recognized the design as being reminiscent of Puma, a versatile antihero and at times nemesis of Spider-Man who debuted in issue 256 of The Amazing Spider-Man back in 1984.
Renowned for his extraordinary power, agility, and acute senses, the character known as Puma, originally named Thomas Fireheart, frequently finds himself in ethically ambiguous situations – occasionally clashing with Spider-Man but also lending a hand on occasion.
The bold, cartoonish depiction of a fierce big-cat and its intimidating posture appears to align with Puma’s comics-inspired style, causing some viewers to speculate that the emblem might be associated with a mercenary group or business connected to him in the movie.
In the comic books, Thomas Fireheart is a character of Native American heritage who eventually takes over as both owner and CEO of a corporation. Therefore, in the movie, it’s reasonable to assume that the vehicle used might be connected to Fireheart’s business, although we can’t definitively say if it’s specifically a tank or not.
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Fits the Brand New Day Villain Trend
If the theory is correct, Puma would join an already crowded lineup of street-level threats.
In simpler terms, Michael Mando reprises his role as Scorpion, hinting at a complete armor donning, Jon Bernthal’s Punisher has been seen filming, and there are whispers that Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk may show up in a confrontational capacity.
Other names tied to the project include Lady Chameleon, Tombstone, Boomerang, and Tarantula.
Introducing Puma into the tale could introduce an unexpected element, a character who may initially appear to be an adversary for Spider-Man, yet under certain conditions could switch sides and become an ally instead.
In a surprising turn of events, Spider-Man and The Punisher initially clash with The Hulk, but later join forces to confront the real antagonist of the movie.
Release Info
The upcoming movie titled “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” helmed by Destin Daniel Cretton, features Tom Holland, Zendaya, Jacob Batalon, Jon Bernthal, Mark Ruffalo, Michael Mando, Sadie Sink, and Liza Colón-Zayas. This new Spiderman adventure is set to premiere in cinemas on July 31, 2026.
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2025-08-13 01:31