Faran Tahir set to return as his Iron Man character in an upcoming Marvel TV series

Pakistani-American actor Faran Tahir is set to reprise his iconic role as Raza from Iron Man in Marvel’s upcoming television series Vision Quest for Disney+. This exciting news, confirmed by Deadline, has sparked enthusiasm among fans eager to see the villainous leader of the Ten Rings return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

Raza, portrayed by Tahir, is the leader of the terrorist organization Ten Rings, which played a pivotal role in the events of Iron Man, attempting to kill Tony Stark and catalyzing his transformation into the superhero. Tahir’s return marks a significant moment for Marvel, as it brings back a character not seen since the franchise’s first film in 2008.

Although specific plot details remain under wraps, Deadline reported that Vision Quest, a spin-off of WandaVision, has been in development since 2022 and officially received a green light in May. The series will follow Vision (played by Paul Bettany) as he embarks on a journey to regain his memory and humanity. Fans last saw Vision in WandaVision (2021) after his tragic death in Avengers: Infinity War (2018) at the hands of Thanos.

Beyond his Marvel work, Faran Tahir has built an impressive career in both Pakistani and international entertainment industries. Recently, he starred in major Pakistani films, including Umro Ayyar, Rawalpindi Express, and Inspector Jamshed. On the global stage, he has appeared in acclaimed films such as Paper Flowers, The Martial Artist, and The Window.

Tahir has also made his mark on stage, delivering a powerful performance in the Broadway adaptation of Khaled Hosseini’s The Kite Runner. With his dynamic presence on both screen and stage, Tahir’s return to the MCU in Vision Quest promises to be an unforgettable experience for Marvel fans.