Marvels newest superhero is undergoing round-the-clock training for the role of billionaire warrior-monk Iron Fist, aka Daniel Rand.
Years later, he returns to New York to fight crime.
FINN JONES: I love the character.
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What really drew me was the character and the story.
I really enjoy how hes a superhero with a real heart but has spiritual elements as well.
Theres a contradiction in those elements thats going to be really fun to play.
Youre in preproduction in New York.
Have they let you try on a costume yet?
At the moment Im in the physical preparation for the role.
And in evenings Ive been doing meditation classes and learning buddhist philosophies.
That sounds like so much fun.
Ive always dreamed of a role that bridged spiritual discipline and badass superhero.
This is the kind of role Ive been waiting for for a long time.
Now that its happened, its like a dream come true.
I remember when it was announced that Gwendoline Christie was cast inThe Force Awakens.
She said the first call she got was from you and you were just screaming and happy for her.
So its great to see somebody whos been so supportive of others get such a cool role.
Actually, Gwen reacted exactly the same when I got this.
She called and was like, Lots of emojis!
Lots of really positive vibe emojis!
