Neither has she done any physical training to prepare for the 2018 Marvel film just yet.

Not surprising, however, is that Nyong’o is excited to get to work on both films.

NYONG’O: Rian!

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I haven’t worked with him yet; I’ve yet to shoot.

That’s in my future.

As forBlack Panther, we at least have some comic book precedent for her characterNakia.

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Image via Rian Johnson

Chosen as a child by her tribal elders to be one of the “Adored Ones,” a.k.a.

Dora Milaje, Nakia spent three years training before being presented to King T’Challa as a teenager.

Here’s what she had to say about the Marvel film:

How excited are you forBlack Panther?

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Image via Marvel Comics

NYONG’O: I am so excited.

I can’t wait to kick ass and learn all sorts of cool things that my body can do.

It’s gonna be fun, and the cast.

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