'Thor: Ragnarok' rumors: Loki to manipulate Hulk, separate him from Bruce Banner

(Facebook/Avengers)Rumor has it that Loki will manipulate Hulk in "Thor: Ragnarok."

Although Doctor Strange's (Benedict Cumberbatch) inclusion in "Thor: Ragnarok" is just a speculation at this point in time, the same thing cannot be said about Hulk's (Mark Ruffalo) participation in the movie as it has already been confirmed that the green-colored giant Marvel superhero will be part of the movie. However, according to the latest reports, the Hulk will be manipulated by Loki (Tom Hiddleston), which will result in his duel with Thor (Chris Hemsworth).

It was back in May this year when it was announced that Hulk will be part of the upcoming "Thor: Ragnarok" movie. Shortly after his inclusion was announced, rumors claiming that the said movie will incorporate some of Marvel comic book's "Planet Hulk" elements in it also surfaced, which means that the character will have a good amount of exposure in the movie. However, according to the latest reports, while it's true that "Thor: Ragnarok" will be a "buddy movie" for Hulk and Thor, part of the plot will involve the two clashing against each other because of Loki.

Rumors claim that the problem will begin when Hulk has already set foot on Asgard. While he in his Bruce Banner form, allegedly, Loki will grab the opportunity to separate the giant green superhero from his alter ego, resulting in Bruce Banner and Hulk as separate characters. As the mind of Bruce Banner is no longer with Hulk, it is said that it will be easier for Loki to manipulate him. It is at this point when Thor steps in to control the raging Hulk and the action between the two superheroes begins.

It is also said that because Hulk is on the loose, he will kill anybody who comes his way, including his former alter ego, Bruce Banner. Nonetheless, it is also alleged that the solution lies in Bruce Banner himself who will figure out how his other self can break away from Loki's manipulation.

While there is no denying that the said plot is nothing short of exciting, at this point in time, it is an unconfirmed piece of information and can only be proven true or otherwise when "Thor: Ragnarok" arrives in theaters in November next year.

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