In Black Panther 3: Rise of the New King (2024), the story picks up in the aftermath of Wakanda’s tumultuous battle with Namor and the underwater kingdom of Talokan. The teaser opens with sweeping visuals of Wakanda, still majestic but clearly in a state of recovery. Shuri, the brilliant scientist and former Black Panther, is grappling with the immense responsibility of leading the kingdom after the loss of her brother, T’Challa. While she continues to hold the title, the people of Wakanda are whispering about the rise of a new king.
The trailer quickly teases the arrival of a mysterious figure—an outsider with royal blood who challenges Shuri’s rule. The figure is revealed to be T’Chaka’s estranged son, N’Jobu’s unknown child, who has been living in secrecy. Claiming his right to the throne, he seeks to unite the Wakandan throne with a different vision, one that contrasts sharply with Shuri’s scientific leadership. This potential king is shown not only as a warrior but as a charismatic leader, gaining the support of many Wakandans.
There are flashes of tension between the royal family, as M’Baku, Okoye, and Nakia all struggle to decide where their loyalties lie. Wakanda’s vulnerability is further tested when a new, external threat emerges: a shadow organization aiming to exploit Vibranium. Shuri, still conflicted, suits up as the Black Panther, preparing to defend Wakanda once more, but the trailer hints that she may not be alone in wearing the mantle this time.
The teaser ends with a dramatic confrontation between Shuri and the new king on the sacred mountain, their suits powered by Vibranium clashing in a battle for the soul of Wakanda. The final moments show a glimpse of an epic, large-scale war, suggesting that the fate of Wakanda will be decided not just by technology or tradition, but by who can truly unite its people.
