Will Smith not returning for Suicide Squad sequel

Will Smith will not be returning for the sequel of Will Smith will not be returning for the sequel of  his 2016 DC-Warner Bros film Suicide Squad.  The 50-year-old actor, who played Deadshot in the David Ayer-directed film, exited the sequel due to scheduling issues. His departure from the project was amicable, reported Variety. The sequel, which is being branded as a relaunch, will be directed by James Gunn. The film would mark Gunn’s return to the director’s chair after Disney sacked him from Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol 3 last July. The Warner Bros film is slated to be released in August 2021. (PTI)