Michael B. Jordan has confirmed that he will be in Black Panther. In an interview with THR, Jordan confirmed reports that he will co-star in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film. Previous reports said he was in talks to play a villain in the movie, which Ryan Coogler (Creed) is directing.

“I’m super excited, especially to put a different spin on it,” Jordan told the site. “I’m looking forward to working with Ryan once again. It’s gonna be a good time.”

He also said that he’s excited to work with Lupita Nyong’o and Chadwick Boseman, confirming reports that Nyong’o will be playing a role in the movie. Reports had her playing Black Panther’s love interest in the movie. Black Panther will open on February 16th, 2018.