Edgar Ramirez Next Up for 'Star Trek 2' Villain Role?

J.J. Abrams apparently has his sights set on a new main villain for the Star Trek sequel now that Beniciio Del Toro snubbed the project for a bigger paycheck.  Variety reported earlier today that actor Edgar Ramirez from the popular mini-series Carlos is now the front-runner to land the lead baddie role in the Untitled Star Trek sequel.  If Ramirez is hired, he'll join fellow newcomers Alice Eve and Peter Weller (Robocop) as the new faces in a cast largely comprised of returning actors from the first film.

The constant rumor surrounding the new Star Trek is whichever actor signs on to play the villain will be portraying the character of Khan, made famous by the late Ricardo Montalban on the original Star Trek series and in Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan.  A rumor that has been flatly denied by Abrams in recent days, which comes as no surprise considering we don't know anything about the characters Eve and Weller will play, other than them being described as significant roles.

I know next to nothing about Ramirez and can only remember previously seeing him in The Bourne Ultimatum.  I do appreciate it when studios show interest in lesser known actors for big tentpole movies like Star Trek, and sincerely hope Ramirez delivers an unforgettable performance that makes Benicio full of jealous rage for his decision to pass on the role.

Do you guys like Edgar Ramirez for the unspecified bad guy role?     

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He was freakin' awesome in Vantage Point!