What happens to T’Challa in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever?

Naturally, many fans have been wondering how new sequel Black Panther: Wakanda Forever would pay tribute to the late star, and what role his character King T'Challa would play in the movie.

Now that the film has been released, we have the answer to that question – and you can find out everything you need to know below.

What happens to T’Challa in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever?

The film opens with a scene explaining that T'Challa is suffering from an illness that has left him in a critical condition.

We see Shuri (Letitia Wright) praying that a miracle cure can be found, with the King's sister heard saying: "Please allow me to heal my brother of this illness and I will never question you again."

Unfortunately, T'Challa dies while she’s in the lab, meaning she never gets the chance to say goodbye.

The nature of T'Challa's illness is never revealed, with a news report referring to it only as an "undisclosed illness”, but Shuri later mentions that her brother “suffered in silence” for a long time before coming to her for help.

So, it seems that T’Challa knew that he was sick for some time but didn’t want the information to be public - something which touchingly mirrors Boseman's own experiences in real life.

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is released in UK cinemas on Friday 11th November 2022. Check out more of our Film coverage and visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide for more to watch.

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