'Hellboy' Reboot: Daniel Dae Kim in Negotiations to Replace Ed Skrein | THR News

Daniel Dae Kim is in talks to join the Hellboy reboot as Major Ben Daimio, a role vacated by Ed Screen after backlash over whitewashing. Daimio is a Japanese American character who transforms into a jaguar. Kim, known for his roles in Lost and Hawaii 5 O, left CBS due to a salary dispute. The Hellboy reboot, directed by Neil Marshall, is set for a 2018 release. The casting change highlights the importance of cultural representation in media.

What role will Daniel Dae Kim play in the Hellboy reboot?

What was the reason for Ed Skrein stepping down from the role of Major Ben Daimio?

How does the character Major Ben Daimio transform, and under what circumstances?

What significance does Daniel Dae Kim's casting hold in terms of representation?

What led to Daniel Dae Kim's departure from Hawaii 5-0?