Countless theories about Benedict Wong's role as Kublai Khanand how he is not coming back for "Marco Polo" Season 3 is on the rise. Some predict that it is due to the actor's busy schedule, or some says he demands higher pay for his role, which causes the delayed production. It is also confirmed that the series has yet renewed for season 3.
Sources have reported that since Benedict Wong won't be able to pursue his role on the upcoming "Marco Polo" Season 3, Hundred Eyes, reprised by Tom Wu will become the new protagonist in the wake of Kublai Khan's death.
All these speculations will come into fruition if Wong might not continue in the series. Christian Times reported that the actor is currently doing his commitment to the Marvel Cinematic Universe film "Doctor Strange."
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However, Christian Today suggests that Wong is now suffering from poor health at his old age. His role in "Marco Polo" Season 3 played the second main character in the series, next to Lorenzo Richelmy.
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Meanwhile, returning casts for "Marco Polo" Season 3 namely Orus reprised by Leonard Wu is rumored to be included in the spinoffs. Orus was the son of Kaidu played by Rick Yune, he also has a sister named Khutulon.
Wong's departure in "Marco Polo" Season 3 is yet finalize, but it is also said that he is also negotiating for a higher salary to continue portraying Kublai Khan's role in the series. There was no confirmation yet from Netflix that the series will renew for season 3.
