Edgar Ramirez, 'Star Trek 2' Villain? 'Carlos' Star Latest Leader

That was fast. Under 48 several hours after it absolutely was states Benicio Del Toro was out since the primary villain in 'Star Trek 2,' Variety reviews that J.J. Abrams has switched his focus on Edgar Ramirez. The 'Carlos' star might play Khan inside the 'Trek' follow-up, due in May of 2013. Per Variety, Ramirez might be the brand new leader, with Jordi Molla ('Bad Boys 2,' 'Blow') inside the mix too. The 34-year-old actor will apparently test for your role over Skype (technology!) together with a choice may be created by Abrams as soon as the weekend. Despite the fact that Khan Noonien Singh wasn't Hispanic inside the 'Star Trek' world, the villain is forever mounted on Mexican-born actor Ricardo Montalban. Ramirez (who was simply born in Venezuela) and Molla (who was simply born in the united states) lead anyone to believe that the gossips and rumblings of Khan being the 'Star Trek' villain are true. Either in situation -- developing! Stay up-to-date to determine which continues with that certain. [via Variety] Follow Moviefone on Twitter Like Moviefone on Facebook