James Gunn, the head of DC Studios, is known for frequently casting his friends in his films. Now, an actress from Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy franchise has confirmed discussions with Gunn about a role in the upcoming DC Universe.

The DC Universe aims to launch a successful shared cinematic universe, learning from the missteps of the previous DC Extended Universe (DCEU). While the DCEU had some box office successes, it suffered from inconsistencies and studio interference. Gunn, known for his Guardians of the Galaxy films, hopes to steer the DCU towards greater cohesion and success, potentially bringing familiar faces along.

Pom Klementieff, who played Mantis in Guardians of the Galaxy, recently confirmed conversations with Gunn about a specific DC role during San Antonio's Superhero Comic Con. While she remained tight-lipped about details, she emphasized that Gunn has a particular character in mind.

Gunn's practice of casting familiar faces, including his brother and wife, has drawn criticism from some. However, others argue that this is a common practice among filmmakers. Ultimately, whether Klementieff's casting is successful will depend on her performance.

Guardians of the Galaxy films are available on Disney+.