Actor Sharad Kelkar, who is known for his roles in films like Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior and Har Har Mahadev, has joined the Marvel family as the voice of Wolverine in the Hindi version of the podcast series Marvel’s Wastelanders: Wolverine. The fourth season of the podcast series, which is Audible’s first collaboration with Marvel, will premiere on March 13, 2024.
The plot of Marvel’s Wastelanders: Wolverine
The podcast series is set in a dystopian future where super villains have won and killed all the superheroes. The Red Skull has taken over the United States and a broken Wolverine roams the streets in guilt and self-loathing. He meets Sofia, a young mutant who needs his help to reach the former X-Men Kitty Pryde and Rachel Summers. Along the way, they face enemies like Crossbones, Red Skull, and Cyclops, and uncover a terrible truth that could destroy Wolverine.
The podcast series is based on the comic book series Old Man Logan by Mark Millar and Steve McNiven. It was written and directed by Jenny Turner Hall, with sound design by Michael Odmark and Daniel Brunell, and original music by Rhett Miller and John Burdick. The English version of the podcast series was launched in June 2021 and featured actors like Richard Armitage, Vanessa Williams, and Bill Irwin.
The cast of the Hindi version of Marvel’s Wastelanders: Wolverine
The Hindi version of the podcast series features a stellar cast of actors who have lent their voices to the iconic characters of Marvel. Sharad Kelkar voices Wolverine, the mutant with adamantium claws and healing factor. Mithila Palkar voices Sofia, the young mutant who accompanies Wolverine on his journey. Neelam Kothari voices Jean Grey, the powerful telepath and telekinetic who is Wolverine’s love interest. Aadil Khan voices Captain America, the patriotic super soldier who was killed by the Red Skull. Vijay Vikram Singh voices Professor X, the leader of the X-Men and the mentor of Wolverine. Chandan Roy Sanyal voices Crossbones, the ruthless mercenary and the right-hand man of the Red Skull. Aalekh Sangal voices Red Skull, the Nazi war criminal and the dictator of the United States. Chetanya Adib voices Cyclops, the former X-Man who betrayed his team and joined the Red Skull. Abish Mathew voices Kevin, the son of Wolverine and Jean Grey. Sachin Kumbhar voices Bucky, the former sidekick of Captain America and the ally of Wolverine.
The reaction of Sharad Kelkar and the fans
Sharad Kelkar, who has previously dubbed for Prabhas in the Baahubali films and is going to dub for him in Adipurush too, expressed his excitement and gratitude for being a part of the Marvel family. He said, “I have always been a fan of Marvel and Wolverine is one of my favourite characters. It is an honour and a privilege to voice him in the Hindi version of Marvel’s Wastelanders: Wolverine. I hope the fans will enjoy listening to the podcast series as much as I enjoyed working on it.”
The fans of Sharad Kelkar and Marvel have also shown their enthusiasm and support for the podcast series on social media. They have praised Sharad Kelkar’s voice and performance as Wolverine and have expressed their eagerness to listen to the podcast series. Some of the comments are:
- “Sharad Kelkar is the perfect choice for Wolverine. He has the voice, the attitude, and the charisma. Can’t wait to hear him as Logan.”
- “Marvel’s Wastelanders: Wolverine is going to be awesome. Sharad Kelkar and Mithila Palkar are amazing actors and I’m sure they will do justice to the characters.”
- “I’m so happy that Sharad Kelkar is voicing Wolverine. He is one of my favourite actors and I love his voice. He is the best thing that happened to Marvel.”
- “Marvel’s Wastelanders: Wolverine is the podcast series I didn’t know I needed. Sharad Kelkar as Wolverine is a dream come true. I’m ready to listen to him on repeat.”
The podcast series will be released simultaneously in French, German, Hindi, Italian and Japanese in the respective countries as a global audio event. The Hindi version of the podcast series will have six seasons and will be available on Audible.
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