Marvel's Doctor Strange 2 Gets Banned In Saudi Arabia
As the Marvel Cinematic Universe enters a brand new chapter, the superhero franchise is pushing for more representation in Phase 4. Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings introduced a stacked Asian cast, while Eternals delivered powerful performances from its diverse group of heroes. On top of racial equality, the MCU is also leaning towards LGBTQ+ representation. Eternals pushed the diverse group to the forefront by showcasing Phastos' love for his husband Ben through an on-screen kiss, marking the first time for a Marvel movie. ADVERTISEMENT However, the inclusion of Phastos' on-screen kiss with his husband led to a ban on Eternals in several middle countries, mainly due to Disney holding its ground not to censor the aforementioned scene. Now, another Marvel sequel has fallen victim to the ban in the Middle East for the same LGBTQ issue. No Doctor Strange 2 in Saudi Arabia The Hollywood Reporter shared that Doctor Strange in the ...