AceShowbiz - Emma Corrin, 28, known for their phenomenal performance in "The Crown", has ventured into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, taking on the role of the supervillain Cassandra Nova in "Deadpool & Wolverine". This notable casting has piqued fans' interest, especially since it marks Corrin's debut in an action-packed superhero film.

In a recent video interview with British GQ, Corrin revealed the surprising details behind their preparation for the role. Despite their eagerness to undergo a major physical transformation with the help of a personal trainer, the studio had other plans.

"This is funny because I did ask if I could have a personal trainer and they said no," Corrin shared. "They said I don't have to undergo any physical training. I was so ready to undergo a huge transformation but they were like, 'That's absolutely not required of you. Please stand down.' I tried."

Comic book enthusiasts know Cassandra Nova as the evil twin sister of Professor Charles Xavier, adding layers of complexity to the storyline. Just how Corrin's character will influence the plot remains under wraps. Ryan Reynolds and director Shawn Levy had a unique vision for this antagonist, drawing inspiration from Christoph Waltz's disarmingly polite yet menacing character, Hans Landa, in Quentin Tarantino's "Inglourious Basterds".

Corrin described the villain as "disarmingly polite and nice and unaffected, and it's really creepy... Ryan and Shawn pitched this idea, which I was totally on board with: 'We want this villain to not be a villain in the sense that you expect them to be. We want you to be so endeared by her, so charmed by her, and just when you think that maybe she's totally seen into your soul and you are going to be best friends for life, you're dead.' "

The casting process for Corrin began when Levy saw them perform in a London stage adaptation of Virginia Woolf's "Orlando". Corrin admitted that they were not initially well-versed in the Marvel Universe. "Hands up, I'm not a Marvel person," Corrin confessed. "I've watched Spider-Man and Black Panther. I was like, 'Look, you're gonna have to debrief me into this.' It's such an intricate world. There's so much to it, it's an absolute mind-f**k."

Although initially overwhelmed, Corrin eventually embraced the Marvel fandom. "I really understand why it means as much as it does to so many people," they said. "It's a phenomenon, and I feel really lucky to be part of it. Especially Deadpool, because I love the fact that it's self-aware and critical of its own inner workings."

Fans won't have to wait long to see Corrin embody this enigmatic villain, as "Deadpool & Wolverine" is slated to hit theaters on July 26. With a star-studded cast and an intriguing storyline, this film is one to watch out for.