According to Deadline, Michelle Yeoh, star of Crazy Rich Asians and Star Trek Discovery, will play scientist Dr. Karina Mogue in James Cameron's upcoming Avatar movies.
"Throughout her career, Michelle has always created unique and memorable characters. I look forward to working with Michelle to do the same thing on the Avatar sequels," said Cameron.
The news was announced on the official Avatar social channels.
See the announcement below!
? Casting announcement!
Michelle Yeoh has been cast in the Avatar sequels as scientist Dr. Karina Mogue. Join us in welcoming her to the #AvatarFamily! ? pic.twitter.com/etd61R2tBw - Avatar (@officialavatar) April 15, 2019
Yeoh will be seen in Last Christmas, from director Paul Feig, and Joe Carnahan's sci-fi action film, Boss Level.
Read the original story on Deadline.
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