NDTV Movies reported that Ian McKellen dropped a first‑look image/video of his appearance as Gandalf for the upcoming project The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum. The excerpt confirms he is returning as Gandalf for the film.
Why it matters
Fans of McKellen will see him reprise his iconic Gandalf role in a new Lord of the Rings project.
Key facts
- NDTV Movies headline states Ian McKellen dropped a first look as Gandalf for The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum.
- The excerpt notes McKellen returns as Gandalf for the project.
- The project is titled The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum.
Evidence
Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet.
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